Saturday, January 31, 2015

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


American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship

American Legion Auxiliary (ALA)

This scholarship is for high school seniors who are children, step-children, grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, or great-step-grandchildren of veterans who served in the armed forces during eligibility dates for membership in the American Legion (see application). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have completed 50 hours of volunteer service within the community, verified in writing by the receipt organization(s). Scholarships will be awarded based on character and leadership, essay and application, financial need, and scholarship.

Award: $2500-$3500

Deadline: March 1, 2015


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

American Chemical Society, Chemistry for Life ®

The Generation Google Scholarship

The Generation Google Scholarship was established to help aspiring computer scientists excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for the 2015-2016 school year. As part of the scholarship, current high school seniors who are entering their first year of university in 2015-2016 will be required to attend Google’s Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI) in the summer of 2015. Current undergraduate or graduate students will be invited to attend the Google Scholars’ Retreat in the summer of 2015.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: March 5, 2015

More info: https://www.google.com/edu/scholarships/the-generation-google-scholarship/

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Scholarships for Military Children

Fisher House Foundation

This scholarship is for dependent unmarried children of active duty US military personnel, reserve/guard and retired military members, or survivors of service members who died while on active duty or survivors of individuals who died while receiving retired pay from the military. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be younger than 23, have a 3.0 unweighted GPA, and be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree program at an accredited US college/university in fall 2015. Students attending a community or junior college must be enrolled in a program of studies designed to allow them to transfer directly into a four-year program. Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are currently enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) database and that they have a current dependent military ID card. Applicants who receive an appointment to one of the US Military Academies (or affiliated preparatory schools) or are awarded a full scholarship at any accredited US post-secondary institution are not eligible for this scholarship. Students who have already earned an undergraduate degree or are enrolled in a graduate program are not eligible. Finally, Dependent children of NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), Public Health Service, other federal or military related agencies or activities, or DoD civilian employees are not eligible, unless their parent meets the military requirements stated above. The goal of this scholarship program is to award at least one scholarship per commissary location that receives applications from eligible students.

Award: $1500

Deadline: Feb 13, 2015

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

CORE Que Llueva Cafe Scholarship

Chicano Organizing and Research in Education (CORE)

This scholarship is for undocumented students of Chicano/Latino descent. An undocumented student is defined as someone who was born outside of the United States but lives here without legal permission of the federal government. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be graduating from high school or receiving their GED and enrolling for the first time in an accredited college or university in the United States or Puerto Rico for the 2015-2016 academic year. Current college students who have already graduated high school or received their GED will not be considered. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and academic potential and promise.

Award: $500

Deadline: Feb. 28, 2015

More info: http://www.ca-core.org/que_llueva_cafe_scholarship_program

NAWIC Founders' Undergraduate Scholarship

National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Foundation

This scholarship is for students who are currently enrolled in a construction-related degree program at a school in the United States. To qualify, applicants must have at least one term remaining in a course of study leading to a degree or an associate's degree in a construction-related field. Applicants must be enrolled full-time, have a 3.0 GPA or higher, and desire a career in a construction-related field.

Award: $500-$2500

Deadline: Feb. 28, 2015

More info: http://www.nawic.org/nawic/nfsf.asp

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GreenPal Business Scholarship

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled in a college of business with a 3.0 or higher GPA. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate high ambition and desire to be an entrepreneur or business owner. Applicants must have declared a major in business and attend an accredited, nonprofit, two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school in the United States.

Award: $2000

Deadline: Feb. 28, 2015

More info: http://www.yourgreenpal.com/scholarship

Congressional Black Caucus Spouses General Mills Health Scholarship

This scholarship is for students who are preparing to pursue or are currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in medicine, engineering, technology, nutrition, or other health-related studies. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be full-time students in good academic standing at an accredited college or university, have a minimum 2.75 GPA, exhibit leadership ability, and participate in community service activities.

Award: $2500

Deadline: Feb. 28, 2015

More info: http://www.cbcfinc.org/cbcs-cheerios

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Students

Aspen Institute

This fellowship is for graduate and undergraduate minority students from underrepresented communities of color. To qualify, applicants should have an excellent academic record and the following: demonstrated interest or experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and the social sector; excellent research and writing skills; demonstrated financial need; and US citizenship or permanent residency. Students must be able to work as interns for 12-15 weeks in the Washington, DC office of the Aspen institute during the academic semester in which the fellowship is awarded. Fall and Spring interns will work part-time (15-20 hours per week) and Summer interns will be full-time). A fellowship stipend of approximately $2,000 will be awarded to the fall and spring intern and approximately $4,000 to the summer intern.

Award: $2000-$4000

Deadline: Feb. 27, 2015

More info: http://www.aspeninstitute.org/policy-work/nonprofit-philanthropy/leadership-initiatives/hearst

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Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

This scholarship is for high school seniors, high school graduates, and current post-secondary undergraduate students who plan to enroll full-time in an undergraduate program at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Puerto Rico for the entire upcoming academic year. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must plan to major in a course of study that focuses on engineering/technology or select design- and business-related areas of study. Eligible majors include Automotive Technology, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plastics/Polymer Engineering, Software Engineering, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, Transportation Design, Accounting, Business Administration, Ergonomics, Finance, Industrial Hygiene, International Business, Labor & Industrial Relations, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Mathematics, Occupational Health & Safety, Production Management, Statistics, and Supply Chain/Logistics. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries while using these areas of study. Applicants must be US citizens and have permanent residence in the United States. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic achievement; financial need; and participation and leadership in community and school activities, work experience, and interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industry. Special consideration will be given to first-generation college students, women, minorities, and military veterans or dependents of military personnel. Scholarship applications must be submitted online; the program opens for applications in early January.

Award: $2000-$25000

Deadline: Feb. 27, 2015

More info: http://www.buickachievers.com/

LAGRANT Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship

This scholarship is for African Americans, Asians, Pacific Islanders, Hispanics, American Indians, and Alaska Natives who are current college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or non-graduating seniors. To qualify, applicants must be full-time students majoring in a field of study that has an emphasis on public relations, marketing, or advertising; or they must minor in communications with a desire to pursue a career in public relations, marketing, or advertising. Applicants must have at least one year to complete their degree from the time the scholarships are awarded and have a minimum 2.75 GPA.

Award: $2500

Deadline: Feb. 27, 2015

More info: http://www.lagrantfoundation.org/Undergraduate%20Scholarships

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Spirit of Anne Frank Scholarship Award

Anne Frank Center USA

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who have proven themselves as exceptional leaders in their communities, exhibited in their desire and drive to combat intolerance, prejudice, and injustice. It is strongly recommended that applicants read "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank. To qualify, applicants must plan to attend a US college and be US residents and US citizens.

Award: $5000-$10000

Deadline: Feb. 27, 2015

More info: http://annefrank.com/about-the-awards/

John Lennon Scholarship

This scholarship competition is for songwriters and composers who are current students or alumnus/alumni of a college or university in the United States. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have reached their 17th birthday as of February 27, 2015, and be less than 25 years of age as of that date. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a song with words and/or lyrics written by the applicant(s) either as a sole or joint author/composer. See website for complete details.

Award: $5000-$10000

Deadline: Feb. 27, 2015

More info: http://bmifoundation.org/programs/info/john_lennon_scholarships

GEICO Achievement Award

This award is for full-time college sophomores and juniors attending an accredited four-year school. To qualify, applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) and be majoring in business, computer science, mathematics, or a related program. Awards are given based on evidence of leadership on campus or within the community. International students are eligible as long as they are attending school in the United States.

Award: $2500

Award: March 2, 2015

More info: http://careers.geico.com/careers/students-and-grads/achievement-awards/

GEICO

Dwight F. Davis Memorial Scholarship

United States Tennis Association (USTA) 

This scholarship is for high school seniors who are actively involved in an organized community tennis program. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be entering their first year of undergraduate work as a full-time student in a two-year or four-year college or university program. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need and strong involvement in extracurricular activities, course work, and community service. In addition to annual updates to USTA Serves, scholarship recipients are required to stay in contact with the family of the scholarship honoree.

Award: $2500

Deadline: Feb. 21, 2015

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

USTA Serves, The National Charitable Foundation of the USTA

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

The Christophers' Poster Contest for High School Students

This contest is for students in grades nine through twelve. To apply, applicants must create an original poster that interprets the theme "You Can Make a Difference," and illustrates the idea that one person can change the world for the better. Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality, and artistic merit.

Award: $100-$1000

Deadline: Feb. 21, 2015

More info: http://www.christophers.org/page.aspx?pid=274

Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship

This scholarship is for US high school seniors who are graduating from high school in the spring of 2015. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be vegetarians and have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit an essay addressing all the topics listed on the website.

Award: $5000-$10000

Deadline: Feb. 20, 2015

More info: http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm

Michael Yasick ADHD Scholarship by Shire

This scholarship is for students who have been diagnosed with ADHD and who are under the care of a licensed health provider. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be accepted to or enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, accredited trade/technical/vocational school, or other eligible educational institution. Applicants must be legal residents of the fifty United States or the District of Columbia.

Award: $2000

Deadline: Feb. 18, 2015

More info: http://www.shireadhdscholarship.com/us/default.aspx

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is for students with a parent/legal guardian who has or had a full-time career in the financial services industry who must be presently employed with five years of experience or no longer employed in the field but had ten years of experience. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be graduating high school seniors enrolling as full-time, first-year students in a bachelor's degree program at an accredited US college or university. Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, rank in the top 20% of their class, and demonstrate financial need. They must also be US citizens or permanent residents.

Award: $12,500

Deadline: Feb 18, 2015

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

GAR Memorial Foundation

Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest

The Gallery Collection

To apply for this scholarship, applicants must create and submit a photo, artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card. Designs should be appropriate for business and consumer use. This scholarship is open to all high school, college, and university students enrolled in any diploma- or degree-awarding program. To qualify, applicants must be legal residents of the fifty United States, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the US Virgin Islands, or Puerto Rico. International students who have a student visa to attend school in the United States are considered legal residents and are also eligible, as are members of the US armed forces. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older at the time of entry and be younger than 35 years of age.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: Feb. 18, 2015

More info: http://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm

Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

Tall Clubs International (TCI) 

This scholarship is for students who will be attending their first year of college in fall 2015. To qualify, applicants must meet the TCI height requirement minimums of 5'10" for women and 6'2" for men. Applicants also must be under 21 years of age.

Award: $1000

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2015

More info: http://tall.org/tci-acts/scholarships-2/

Tall Clubs International

RiSE Scholarship

This scholarship is for current college-bound high school seniors who have a documented learning disability (a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD alone does not qualify). To qualify, applicants must be planning on attending an accredited college or university, have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be US citizens.

Award: $2500

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2015

More info: http://risescholarshipfoundation.org/

Rise Scholarship Foundation

American Indian Services Scholarship

American Indian Services (AIS)

This scholarship is for Native American students who are enrolled in a university, junior college, or technical college. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.25, be of at least 1/4 Northern-Native American blood, and be undergraduate students with no more than 150 semester credits or 210 quarter credits. Applicants may be full- or part-time students and must be able to supply a certificate of Indian blood/proof of Indian heritage and their tribal affiliation.

Award: tuition help

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2015

More info: https://secure.mytechsupport.com/~ais/students_application.html

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award

This scholarship is for minority graduating high school seniors. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have achieved a minimum 1000 SAT score (1500 three-score) or an ACT composite score of 22. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States and be US citizens. Applicants must not possess a degree from a two- or four-year college when applying for the scholarship. Applicants must demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, financial need, and leadership potential.

Award: $7500

Deadline: Feb. 15, 2015

More info: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/general-applicants.php

The Jackie Robinson Foundation