GFOA Scholarships

Scholarships are open to students studying public administration, governmental accounting, finance, political science, economics or business administration. Multiple scholarships available with different requirements. See website for details.

Award: Varies

Deadline: Feb. 19, 2016

More info: http://www.gfoa.org/about-gfoa/student-opportunities/scholarships-full-and-part-time-students

Association of Government Accountants Scholarships

Association of Government Accountants (AGA)

These scholarships are for members of the Association of Government Accountants. To qualify for these scholarships, applicants must be pursuing full- or part-time study in accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, finance, information technology, public administration, or a related field. Scholarships are available for rising college freshmen, current undergraduates, and graduate students. All applicants must have a 3.0 GPA.

Award: $1,500 - $3,000

Deadline: April 17, 2015

More info: https://www.agacgfm.org/Membership/Awards---Recognition-%281%29.aspx

Tribal Business Management Scholarship

Catching the Dream

This scholarship is for students majoring in business, finance, management, economics, banking, hotel management, and related fields who plan to work in economic development for tribes. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be at least one-quarter American Indian and be enrolled members of a US tribe that is federally recognized, state-recognized, or terminated. Applicants must have high GPA and test scores and be enrolled in an accredited US college/university on a full-time basis.

Award: $500-$5000

Deadline: Sept. 15, 2014

More info: http://www.catchingthedream.org/Scholarship.htm

CFA Institute 11 September Memorial Scholarship Program

This scholarship is for victims who were permanently disabled as a direct result of the September 11th attacks, and dependent children, spouses, and domestic partners of those who died or were permanently disabled as a direct result of the September 11th attacks. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be planning to enroll or already enrolled in part- or full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the upcoming academic year. Applicants must be planning to pursue a degree in finance, economics, accounting, or business ethics. Scholarships are awarded based on academic record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, statement of goals and aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances, and an outside appraisal. Financial need must be demonstrated for the student to receive an award.

Award: $25,000

Deadline: June 15, 2014

Young Patriots Essay Contest

This contest is for high school students. To qualify, applicants must submit an essay on the topic, "According to the four required readings, what policy changes should the government pursue in order to best foster economic prosperity?”

The Young Patriots Essay Contest is designed to challenge high school students to creatively solve problems in the realm of public policy through the art of writing. They assign a controversial topic each year and only THREE winners are chosen out of hundreds of essay submissions.  

Deadline: December 31, 2013

Award: $2,000 - $5,000

More info:  http://debate-central.ncpa.org/yp14/

Women In Defense HORIZONS Scholarship - $500 – $12,000

Through the HORIZONS Scholarship, established in 1988, Women In Defense encourages women to pursue careers related to the national security and defense interests of the United States and to provide development opportunities to women already working in national security and defense fields. The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to further educational objectives of women who are U.S. citizens either employed or planning careers in defense or national security areas. (This is not law enforcement or criminal justice.) The amount of the awards varies each year.

A panel of judges, composed of WID members, considers applications and makes awards once each year. WID is in a key position to shape the future defense and national security workforce. WID leaders and members encourage the study of professions related to science, technology, education, and math that support national security professionals.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria. No exceptions will be considered.

1. Be currently enrolled at an accredited university or college, either full-time or part- time.
2. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible; undergraduates must have attained at least junior level status (60 credits).
3. Demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or defense.
4. Demonstrate financial need.
5. Have a minimum grade point average of 3.25.
6. Be a woman.
7. Be a citizen of the United States.

Recipients of past awards may apply for future financial assistance.

Fields of Study

Focus of the scholarship is on the following preferred fields of study: security studies, military history, government relations, engineering, computer science, cyber security, physics, mathematics, business (as it relates to national security or defense), law (as it relates to national security or defense), international relations, political science, and economics. Others will be considered if the applicant can successfully demonstrate relevance to a career in the areas of national security or defense.

Selection Criteria

Awards will be based on academic achievement, participation in defense and national security activities, field of study, work experience, statements of objectives, recommendations, and financial need. Awards are made without regard to race, creed, color, or religion. Women In Defense reserves the right to revise, suspend or discontinue this program without notice.

Deadline, Application, Notification

Completed applications, essays, recommendations and transcripts must be received no later than JULY 1. Send application packages to: WID HORIZONS, 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 400, Arlington, VA 22201-3061.

Applicant is responsible for making sure all materials arrive to meet the deadline.

More info: http://wid.ndia.org/horizon/Pages/default.aspx