Choctaw Nation Higher Education and Grant Program

These scholarships are for students of Choctaw descent pursuing a college or university education. To qualify for these scholarships, applicants must have CDIB and tribal membership cards, and be able to show Choctaw descent. Applicants must be attending an accredited college or university working part- or full-time working towards a minimum of an associate's degree. Vocational technical schools, certificate programs, and correspondence courses are ineligible.

Award: $400-$2000

Deadline:  Oct. 1, 2014

More info: http://www.choctawnation.com/services/education/higher-education-and-grant-program/

IAPMO Scholarship Essay Contest

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)

This scholarship is for current high school seniors and students enrolled or accepted as full-time students in an accredited technical school, community college, trade school, four-year accredited college or university, or an apprentice program. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must write an essay of 800 to 1600 words on the following topic: "How is the planet's energy future tied to the innovation and skill of the plumbing and mechanical industry?"

Award: $500-$1000

Deadline: May 1, 2014

More info:  http://www.iapmo.org/pages/essaycontest.aspx