Domo Scholarship for Business Management - $2,500

About the scholarship

For the 2013 academic year, Domo will provide two scholarships of $2,500 each for college students who are studying business management and who show an interest in analytics.

Here’s why:

Gartner Research says that over the next four years, “a total of 6 million jobs in the U.S. will be generated by the information economy.” Accenture and SAS research also state that in 2012, “nearly three in four (72%) business in the US were planning to increase their spending on analytics—even as many other budgets were squeezed.” However, Gartner’s research also suggests that only about one-third of global demand for new big data-related jobs will actually be met.

While pundits are accrediting the gap to IT departments and pivot table experts, Domo believes there will be a huge demand for mid-level and senior managers with hands-on experience accessing and applying data-driven insights to better manage their business.

 Deadline: August 1, 2013

Website:  http://www.domo.com/

Application: https://domo.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_1zaOsVBXCPXydr7

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Excerpt from the article: 4 Overlooked Ways to Pay for College, by Katy Hopkins

Full article here:  http://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/2011/07/07/4-overlooked-ways-to-pay-for-college?page=2

Explore last-minute options: If you are beginning college this fall, don't assume it's too late to find scholarships, SimpleTuition's Walker says. Use these next few weeks to scour the Internet, community listings, and your high school's counseling office for any last-minute sources of aid or scholarship money that went unused in the traditional school year award period. Other scholarships have deadlines throughout the calendar year. In an online scholarship search, specify what state you live in to help you find local results, Walker recommends.

Students can also use the Web to find summer contests, such as the one being held through July on Mangan's site, MyDebtStory.com. In an effort to create a community of financial aid users, the newly launched Web site is offering $5,000 to the highest user-rated video of how to pay for college. If you have other tips not listed, the site welcomes video success stories of students who have mastered the financial aid process, too.

Though these types of contests won't garner money for the majority of students who enter, the process can at least be informative—and possibly therapeutic, Ben Mangan notes."We've found that people sometimes feel hopeless about this," he says. "The simple act of sharing their story and knowing they're not alone gives them a sense of relief from the burden they feel in carrying the education debt."

Rosa Parks Civil Liberties Scholarship

The Council on American Islamic Relations’ (CAIR) annual Rosa Parks Civil Liberties Scholarship honors the life and work of civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations is now accepting applications for our 2013 Rosa Parks Civil Liberties Scholarship. Applicants must submit their application, a resume, one letter of recommendation, and an original essay answering the prompt in the guidelines by no later than August 1, 2013. The recipient will recieve a $1000 scholarship on stage at the 19th annual national fundraising banquet.

More information and application: http://www.cair.com/scholarship.html

 

$1,000 Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship

The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is a merit-based program that helps students fulfill their dreams of a higher education. The scholarship is named for Gen and Kelly Tanabe, best-selling authors on education, whose generous donations fund this program.

Eligibility

9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate student including adult students. Legal resident of the U.S. Currently in school or planning to start school within the next 12 months.

Deadline: July 31, 2013

Selection & Award

Winners are chosen by committee, which bases its decision primarily on the submitted personal statement. The first place award is a $1,000 scholarship. The award can be used for tuition, room and board, required fees or any educational expense.

More info and application:  http://www.genkellyscholarship.com/


 

Women's Scholarship from SR Education Group

Submission Deadline: 07/31/2013

SR Education Group is awarding a need-based scholarship of $2000 to female college students. SR Education Group understands that raising the funds necessary for an education can be difficult. As a result, they would like to lend a hand.

To provide their judges with a true understanding of each applicant, he or she must answer three open-ended, personal, and thought-provoking questions. The students whose responses are the most persuasive, compelling, and well-written, as judged by their panel, will be considered finalists.

SR Education Group’s mission is to be the most authoritative online resource to help students choose the best school for their career aspirations and budget

More info and application: http://www.sreducationgroup.org/scholarships/womens-scholarship

Womenetics Advancing Aspirations Global Scholarship

The future of women’s empowerment worldwide lies in the hands of today's students. The Advancing Aspirations Global Scholarships (AAGS) are designed to engage young people in pressing women's issues and to connect students who are interested in the global advancement of women with thought leaders in impactful roles.

U.S. Bank and Discover have partnered with Womenetics to encourage future leaders to think critically about the business issues affecting women today by offering $22,000 in scholarship funds. The prize money is intended to finance education, travel or other opportunities that may lead to further understanding of these important global issues.

Ten students will be selected to win a combined total of $22,000 in scholarships and grand prize winners will receive an expense-paid trip to attend the Womenetics Global Women's Initiative conference in Atlanta or Chicago this fall.

Grand Prize (2): $5,000 in scholarship funds and an expense-paid trip to attend the Global Women's Initiative (GWI) conference and a VIP reception with featured speakers and other top business, academic, nonprofit and policy leaders the evening before the event.

• The US Bank Prize grand prize winner attend the Atlanta GWI on Sept. 25 
• The Discover Prize grand prize winner will attend the Chicago GWI on Nov. 13 

Runners-up (8): The eight remaining finalists will each receive $1,500 in scholarship funds and an expense paid trip to attend the Global Women's Initiative conference and a VIP Reception with featured speakers and other top business, academic, nonprofit and policy leaders the evening before the event.

• Four US Bank Prize winners will attend the Atlanta GWI on September 25 
• Four Discover Prize winners will attend the Chicago GWI on Nov. 13 

You may enter both the U.S. Bank and Discover Prizes only once; however, if selected for one prize, you are automatically ineligible for the other.

Deadline for entry: Friday, July 26, by 11:59 p.m. EST

All finalists will be notified via email on Sept. 3, 2013. Grand prize winners will be announced at the Global Women's Initiative conferences.

More info:  http://womenetics.com/2013-advancing-aspirations-global-scholarship


 

Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship

EDUCATION SUPPORT AWARD APPLICATIONS

In 2013, the Foundation will offer five Education Support Awards of up to $3000 each to assist low-income women with children who are pursuing education or training. Education Support Awards may be used for direct school expenses or for living expenses while you are enrolled in an educational program. Awardees are notified by phone or email. Shortly after recipient notification, the list of awardees is posted to their site. (Please note: The Foundation will contact awardees only.)

 DEADLINE: AUGUST 1, 2013

Applicant Criteria:

• must be a woman, at least 17 years of age 
• must be a mother, with minor children
• must be enrolled in a skills training, ESL, or GED program; or pursuing a technical/vocational degree,  an associate's degree, a first bachelor's degree, or a professional/master's/doctoral degree. 
• must be enrolled in an accredited program during the 2013-2014 academic year 
• must be low-income (annual family income less than $18,000 for a family of 2; less than $24,000 for  a family of 3; less than $27,000 for a family of 4) 

For more info and application: http://www.patsyminkfoundation.org/edsupport.html

 

 

Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest

Platt Family Scholarship Prize Essay Contest:

Topic for 2013 – "Lincoln and Gettysburg: Expectations, Reactions, Consecrations"

2013 is the 150th anniversary of both the Battle of Gettysburg, and of Lincoln's most famous speech there. Why do these events resonate so much with Americans today? What was it about either the battle or the speech that made them timeless?

The scholarship essay contest is designed for students who are FULL TIME, undergraduate students in an AMERICAN COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY during the Spring 2013 semester. The July 31 deadline is designed to give these students time to finish their essays, if need be, after final exams.

1st Prize $1500 | 2nd Prize $750 | 3rd Prize $500

For more info: http://www.thelincolnforum.org/scholarship-essay-contest.php


 

The most expensive colleges in America

When it comes to higher education, tuition isn't the only price to pay. When all costs are taken into account, these are the 20 priciest schools in the nation. 

The analysis by Business Insider ranks the all-in cost of attending college -- not just tuition, but also books, room and board, fees, and late night pizzas. 

 By Kelly Holland CNBC 

The top 20, in descending order of cost for one year, are:

1. New York University, $61,977

2. Harvey Mudd College, $61,760

3. Bard College, $61,446

4. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, $60,779

5. Sarah Lawrence College, $60,656

6. Wesleyan University, $60,214

7. Dartmouth College, $60,201

8. University of Chicago, $60,039

9. Bard College at Simon's Rock, $60,003

10. Trinity College, $59,860

11. Johns Hopkins University, $59,802

12. Fordham University, $59,802

13. Carnegie Mellon University, $59,632

14. University of Southern California, $59,615

15. Occidental College, $59,592

16. Scripps College, $59,570

17. Oberlin College, $59,474

18. Haverford College, $59,446

19. Pitzer College, $59,416

20. Northwestern University, $54,389

Read the full article: http://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/latest.aspx?post=0c02c096-78f0-4947-a776-d44f6761d7f6

5 Tips for First-Generation College Students

By Will Geiger 

As a first-generation college student, I know that the admissions process can be a treacherous affair. Students who have siblings or parents who have already navigated the road to and through college have easy access to information that first-generation students don’t. So I’ve put together some advice for my fellow trailblazers (like you) to help level the playing field.

Here are five tips to keep in mind as you continue your college search:

1. Look beyond sticker price

The sticker price of a college and the actual cost of attending that school are not the same thing.  Many schools (especially the pricey private schools) set aside large amounts of money for need-based financial aid.  In some cases, these seemingly unrealistic schools ($60,000+ price tag) can be quite affordable.  A good question to ask admissions offices is: does your school meet 100% of demonstrated need? If so, these institutions will meet the gap of tuition between what your family can afford and what the government says you can contribute.  The Net Price Calculator is a fantastic tool that is on every college’s website—it is effective for showing you the actual cost of college for you and your family.

 

2. Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing

One of the most stressful parts of senior year is the chatter about what everyone else is doing—who is applying early, who is going where, etc.  Do not listen to any of this.  Worry about yourself and put your best foot forward.  Nothing good comes of comparing yourself to others.  This is a stressful time for students, so why make it more stressful?

 

3. Cast your net wide

Similar to tip #1, don’t be afraid to explore!  Do not necessarily let geography (or cost) dictate where you apply.  The Internet makes it easier than ever to research all sorts of schools.  College is a wonderful time to live in a different part of the country (or different part of the world), so take advantage of it!  If you are unable to visit, many college and universities have travel grants (essentially mini scholarships for travel expenses) available for first-generation students to help fund their college visit, including transportation to the school and flights!

 

4. Start early (and stay organized)

Don’t let deadlines and applications creep up on you.  Yes, in many cases, applications are not due until the year 2014!  However, once senior year starts, you will be bombarded with your toughest course load, extracurricular activities, athletics, part-time jobs, etc.  Before you know it, you will be on your winter break and deadlines will be right around the corner.  Creating a simple spreadsheet can be an easy an effective way for keeping track of your progress and deadlines.

 

5. Have someone else read your essay

The personal essay is a very important part of the application.  It is an opportunity for the admissions office to learn about who you are as a person, so you will want to take full advantage of that opportunity!  Proofreading can do wonders—if you can, ask a teacher, counselor, parent, sibling, etc. to look over it for you.  Even if everything is technically sound, it can be useful to get another person’s perspective or interpretation of your essay.

Will Geiger is a Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College and the co-founder of Scholarships360.org.  Follow him on Twitter @wmgeiger

Click here for article: http://www.collegegreenlight.com/blog/5-tips-for-first-generation-college-students/

New Voices Young Writers Competition

This writing competition is for students worldwide, attending public, private, or home schools, between the ages of 11 and 18. There are three categories: short story (fiction), poetry, and essay (non-fiction). Entries may be written specifically for the competition or may be works submitted from school assignments.

The entry period for the 2014 New Voices Young Writers Competition will open on November 1, 2013. No entry fee!!!

Your entry can be something you've written for a school assignment or especially for the competition. Only one prize package will be awarded to each winning entry. In case of multiple authors, the entrant whose name and contact information appears on the entry form will receive the prize package.

Prizes vary from year to year, ranging from eBook readers or PDAs, gift certificates, and cash prizes. Winners are chosen from the Junior and Senior Divisions in each category (Essay, Poetry, and Short Story)

More info:  http://newvoicesyoungwriters.com/nvyw-competition/how-to-enter.html

Writers or Illustators of the Future Contest

NEW WRITERS! L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future Contest.

Opportunity for new and amateur writers of new short stories or novelettes of science fiction or fantasy. No entry fee is required. Entrants retain all publication rights.

All awards are adjudicated by professional writers only.

Prizes every three months: $1,000, $750, $500, Annual Grand Prize: $5,000 additional!

If you have not read the contest rules, please click here before submitting: Contest rules

OR 

NEW ILLUSTRATORS! L. Ron Hubbard's Illustrators of the Future Contest.

Opportunity for new science fiction and fantasy artists worldwide. No entry fee is required. Entrants retain all publication rights.

All judging by professional artists only.

$1,500 in prizes each quarter. Quarterly winners compete for $5,000 additional annual prize!

If you have not read the contest rules, please click here before submitting: Contest rules

Deadline Sept. 30, 2013

More info: http://www.writersofthefuture.com/contest

Healthcare Jobs for Low-Income Pima County Residents Info

Information sessions for college assistance program

Information sessions for low-income Pima County residents who are interested in jobs in the health care industry are being held at 9:30 a.m. every Friday at the Rio Nuevo One-Stop Career Center, 340 N. Commerce Park Loop.

Attending an information session is the first step to participating in the Pima Community College Pathways to Healthcare Program. The program provides assistance with tuition, fees, books and other support needs as well as opportunities to earn a college certificate or degree for a variety of jobs in the medical field.

The program is funded by a Health Profession Opportunity Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To be eligible to participate in the program, a person must be at or below 70 percent of the Lower Living Income Standards set by the U.S. Department of Labor or receiving nutritional or financial assistance from the Arizona Department of Economic Security. For more information, click here.

College Fair with Raul Grijalva!

College Fair with Raul Grijalva! September 21st from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Join Congressman Raul M. Grijalva in cooperation with colleges and universities from across the country to present students with post-secondary opportunities. Attending institutions will present select students with acceptance letters and scholarship awards. Location: El Pueblo Neighborhood Center 101 W. Irvington Tucson, Arizona. This event is free and open to the public. More info below:

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StraightForward Media's Nursing School Scholarship program - $500

This scholarship is for students who are pursuing post-secondary education in nursing. StraightForward Media is the only private company that offers four scholarships a year exclusively to nursing students.

Nursing school is becoming a very popular destination for those choosing their first career, as well as those looking to take their job in the medical profession to another level. Nurses are in higher demand than ever, and wages are excellent.

Award: $500. Deadline: July 14, 2013

More info: http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarship/nursing/

Women in Service to Our Communities Scholarship - $500

This scholarship is for undergraduate and graduate students who are actively involved in community service. To apply, applicants must submit a community service resume highlighting service they have volunteered and a 300-word essay responding to the question: "Please briefly describe an important economic, environmental, or social issue facing communities today. For the issue you have chosen, and based on your service experience and school studies, please describe how an individual can help address this issue."

Deadline: July 15, 2013     Award: $500

More info: http://www.womeninservice.org/index.html

Richard R. Tufenkian Scholarship - $2500

This scholarship is for Armenian undergraduate college students. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a father and/or mother and/or grandparent of Armenian origin. Applicants must attend an accredited United States university or college as full-time undergraduate students in fall 2013, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate financial need. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a one-page, double-spaced essay on a given topic and include a reference letter attesting to their Armenian community service.

Deadline: July 31, 2013     Award: $ 2,500



More info: http://www.aefweb.org/aefscholarships.php

“My Mentor Was Me” Scholarship Video Challenge - $1000

To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a video between one and three minutes in length that identifies and describes the impact a mentor has had on their pursuit of success and the importance of mentor-mentee relationships.

Deadline: July 31, 2013     Award: $1,000

Who can apply? High-school seniors and college students (undergraduate & graduate) pursuing a degree at an accredited college in the United States in the Fall of 2013 are encouraged to apply.

Videos will be rated and ranked by a panel of judges on the basis of originality, creativity, and quality of reflection + the number of "likes". The winner will be notified on September 1, 2013. The winning video will be published on this site

More info: http://www.mymentorwasme-challenge.com/

Arizona Student Financial Aid Programs

The Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education (ACPE) is committed to expanding access and increasing success in postsecondary education for Arizonans. This website provides a user friendly one-stop resource to all state grants, scholarships and forgivable loans.

The State of Arizona has several programs available for eligible Arizona resident students to help meet the costs of higher education. All programs require that students have a current and valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file.  Go to: http://www.azgrants.gov/AZGrants2009/index.html Check out the websites below:  http://www.pay4collegearizona.gov/Pay4CollegeArizona/index.html http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ http://www.collegegoalsunday.com/cgs/ http://www.sopdigitaledition.com/arizonacollege/#/1/

Pima Community College Scholarships & Grants

PCC helps you achieve your dreams through scholarships and grants. Unlike loans, scholarships or grants never have to be paid back. Performance-based scholarships not only assist with your financial needs, they are a reward for your hard work and distinguish you as an outstanding student. Here are some of your grant and scholarship options:

More info: http://www.pima.edu/paying-for-school/scholarships-grants/index.html

PCC Foundation Scholarships

Many scholarships are available through the PCC Foundation. Some are general scholarships, while others are based on program of study or merit. Although due dates for individual scholarships vary, applications for the majority of the scholarships are available in the spring of each year.

Adelante Program

The Adelante program is a performance-based award program that provides selected, eligible Latino male students with financial support and specialized student services.

All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship

All Arizona Academic Team Scholarships are available to qualified students from each PCC campus.  Applications are generally accepted October - November.

Chancellor's Recognition Scholarship

The Chancellor's Recognition Scholarship is awarded to well-rounded graduating high school students from Pima County. If you have shown academic competency and made contributions in several aspects of academic and civic life you may be eligible. The deadline for 2013-2014 applications is April 26, 2013. 

Pima Book Scholarships

Pima Book Scholarships, funded by the Follett Bookstore, are available to help qualified PCC students purchase textbooks. If you have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or a minimum score of 550 on the GED, you may be eligible. The application period for 2013-2014 is March 4 - May 31, 2013.

PCC Student Grants Program

The PCC Student Grants Program provides full or partial tuition and fees, or a textbook stipend to qualified, selected applicants. You must apply and meet the qualifications to be eligible to compete for these grants.

Aztec Activity Grant

If you are a qualified student who also performs community service or volunteer work, or participates in student life activities, you may be eligible for the Aztec Activity Grant. The deadline for 2013-2014 applications is May 31, 2013.

Pima Opportunity Grant

The Pima Opportunity Grant may be available to you if you are a qualified student with a specific level of financial need.

Other Scholarships

Scholarship funds are also available through community groups, organizations and companies outside of PCC. The financial aid office receives information periodically about available scholarships in the community. Check with a campus Student Services Center for the latest available information. Other sources of information on scholarships and financial aid are available at campus libraries and public libraries. Ask a librarian for assistance in finding these references. You may also find financial aid resources online.

NOTE: If you should receive scholarship money from outside PCC and receive scholarship funds directly, you must notify their financial aid office.

Watch Out for Scholarship Scams
Every year there are a few scholarship search "scams" that imitate legitimate search companies, foundations and sponsors. These companies may request money for their services, advertise that they "guarantee" results or ask for inappropriate personal information such as your bank or Social Security number. Beware of anyone who requests money for scholarship search services. To learn more visit Scholarship Scams.

UNCF Scholarship Programs

The UNCF Program Services Department manages various scholarship programs. Each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the on-line application process. As many of the UNCF scholarships require that the scholarship recipient apply for Federal Student Aid, it is recommended that applicants complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Get in-depth information on federal student aid programs and applying for financial aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

If you are a student attending a UNCF-member college or university, it is highly recommended that you also complete the UNCF general scholarship application. Once a student completes the application, the information will be used to match you to many of the specific programs administered by UNCF. The general application, however, does not apply to scholarship programs that require a separate application.

UNCF Scholarship Applications are closed for the 2012/13 academic year. Opportunities for the 2013/14 academic year will be available beginning August 1, 2013.

More info: http://www.uncf.org/sections/ForStudents/SS_Scholarships/scholarships.asp