Scholarships for Students

Ford Trucks/Built Ford Tough FFA Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:11:00.000-07:00

National FFA Organization P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960

Phone: 317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
Email: scholarships@ffa.org
http://www.ffa.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are members of the FFA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. Students only need to complete the online application one time to be considered for all FFA-administered scholarships. The application requires information about the students' activities and a 1,000-word essay. Awards may be used for books, supplies, tuition, fees and room and board. Applicants must obtain a signature from a local Ford dealer.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 705.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Foundation Scholars Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:10:00.002-07:00

United Methodist Church
Office of Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 340007 .
Nashville, TN 37203

Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org

Purpose of award: To support students attending a United Methodist¬related school.
Eligibility requirements: Applications and nominations will be accepted for candidates who have been active members of the UMC for at least one year and who will be enrolled in full-time study at a two- or four-year United Methodist-related school, college or university. A scholarship will be given to an applicant of each grade level at each school.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 420.
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications may be obtained from your UM-related institution.

Foundation Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:10:00.001-07:00

Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation
Attn.: Undergraduate Scholarship Application 8740 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone: 888-526-1870 x119
Fax: 317-876-1925
Email: cthoennes@kappaalphatheta.org
http://www.kappaalphatheta.org

Purpose of award: To provide merit-based scholarships for undergraduate, graduate and alumna Kappa Alpha Theta members.
Eligibility requirements: The award is based on academics, fraternity activities, campus and community activities and references.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:09:00.002-07:00

Knights of Columbus
Department of Scholarships
P.O. Box 1670
New Haven, CT 06507

Phone: 203-752-4000
Fax:
Email: info@kofc.org
http://www.kofc.org

Purpose of award: To provide aid to members or the children of members of the Knights of Columbus.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members or the children of current or deceased members of the Knights of Columbus or, in some cases, be members of the Columbian Squires. Applicants must be entering their freshmen year at a U.S. Catholic college.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 62. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail.

Gaston/Nolle Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:09:00.001-07:00

Alpha Chi
Harding University Box 12249 915 E. Market Avenue
Searcy, AR 72149-2249

Phone: 800-477-4225
Fax: 501-279-4589
Email: dorgan@harding.edu
http://www.harding.edu/alphachi/scholarships.htm

Purpose of award: To assist Alpha Chi members who are entering their senior year of undergraduate study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of Alpha Chi who are enrolled full-time in a bachelor's degree program.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500-$2,500.
Number of awards: 12.
Deadline: February 22.
How to apply: Application requirements are available online, and applicants must be nominated by the faculty sponsor.

GCSAA Legacy Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:08:00.002-07:00

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Foundation GCSM Career Development Department
GCSM Scholars Competition
1421 Research Park Drive
Lawrence, KS 66049

Phone: 800-472-7878
Fax:
Email: infobox@gcsaa.org
http://www.gcsaa.org

Purpose of award: To support the children and grandchildren of GCSM members.
Eligibility requirements: The applicants' parents or grandparents must have been GCSM members for five or more consecutive years. Applicants must also be full-time college students or high school seniors already accepted into a postsecondary school.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting Pam Smith, 800-472-7878, x3678.

GEICO Life Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:08:00.001-07:00

Golden Key National Honour Society Scholarship Program Administrators Golden Key Scholarships/Awards
P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202-3737

Phone: 800-377-2401
Fax:
Email: scholarships@goldenkey.org
http://www.goldenkey.org

Purpose of award: To support undergraduate students who balance family, career or other life commitments with pursuing a degree.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of Golden Key, be enrolled in a baccalaureate program and have completed at least 12 hours at the time of application. The award is based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities and family and/or career commitments.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

General Conference Women's Ministries Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:07:00.002-07:00

General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists Women's Ministries 12501 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Phone: 301-680-6672
Fax: 301-680-6600
Email: womensministries@gc.adventist.org
http://wm.gc.adventist.org

Purpose of award: To support female Seventh-day Adventists who are pursuing Christian education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be women who are planning to study at a Seventh-day Adventist college in their division. Students in their final two years of study will be given preference. Applicants must show financial need, academic achievement and willingness to serve the Lord.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from Women's Ministries Directors in each division.

Girl Scout Achievement Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:07:00.001-07:00

American Legion Auxiliary
777 North Meridian Street
Third Floor
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1420

Phone: 317-955-3845
Fax: 317-955-3884
Email: alahq@legion-aux.org
http://www.legion-aux.org

Purpose of award: To reward Girl Scout Gold Award winners.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Cadet or Senior Girl Scouts who have received the Girls Scout Gold Award, be active members of their religious institution and have received the appropriate religious emblem, and demonstrate citizenship. Applicants must submit four letters of recommendation from Religious Institution, school, community and scouting.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 11.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Future Teacher Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:06:00.002-07:00

Journalism Education Association Future Teacher Scholarship Kansas State University
103 Kedzie Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506

Phone: 330-672-8297
Fax:
Email: cbowen@kent.edu
http://www.jea.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for upper-level or master's students who intend to teach scholastic journalism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be education majors focusing on learning to teach scholastic journalism at the secondary school level.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Application information is available online.

Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics and Allied Workers Memorial Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:06:00.001-07:00

Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics and Allied Workers International Union
608 E. Baltimore Pike P.O. Box 607
Media, PA 19063

Phone: 610-565-5051
Fax: 610-565-0983
Email: gmpiu@ix.netcom.com
http://www.gmpiu.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to the children of members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be children, step-children or legally-adopted children of Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics and Allied Workers members.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request or by contacting your local union office.

Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:05:00.001-07:00

Golden Key National Honour Society
Scholarship Program Administrators
Golden Key Scholarships/Awards
P.O. Box 23737
Nashville, TN 37202-3737

Phone: 800-377-2401
Fax:
Email: scholarships@goldenkey.org
http://www.goldenkey.org

Purpose of award: To support Golden Key members' graduate studies at accredited universities in the U.S. or abroad.
Eligibility requirements: Applicant must be a Golden Key member. Selection is based on academic achievement, involvement in Golden Key and extracurricular activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 12.
Deadline: January 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Grange Insurance Group Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:04:00.002-07:00

Grange Insurance Association
Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 21089
Seattle, WA 98111-3089

Phone: 800-247-2643
Fax:
Email:
http://www.grange.com

Purpose of award: To help those associated with Grange Insurance Group.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current Grange Insurance Group (GIG) policyholders (or children or grandchildren of GIG policyholders) in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington or Wyoming; Grange members (or children or grandchildren of Grange 'members) or children or grandchildren of current GIG employees and residents in California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming. Applicants can apply for scholarships in either academic or vocational studies. Three of the awards will be for students wishing to pursue vocational studies and 22 will be for academic studies. The top scoring student in each category receives $1,500 and each additional winner receives $1000. Scholarships may be used toward a certificate or degree in a recognized profession or vocation, including community colleges, business colleges and technical institutes, as well as institutions offering an academic degree program. Vocational scholarships are intended for use at community colleges, technical or business schools or other institutions that offer vocational training which does not lead to a two- or four-year academic degree. Selection is based on academic achievement and essays.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 25.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Guy and Gloria Muto Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:04:00.001-07:00

Guy and Gloria Muto Memorial Scholarship Foundation Inc.
P.O. Box 60159
Sacramento, CA 95860

Phone:
Fax:
Email: ggmuto@aol.com
http://www.ggmuto.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for pool and spa industry employees and their immediate families.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants or their immediate family must have been employed full-time in the pool and spa industry for at least one year. Students must have the endorsement of an officer of a chapter of a recognized pool and spa association. Scholarships may be used for college, graduate school, trade school or vocational education.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

HANA Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:03:00.002-07:00

United Methodist Church
Office of Loans and Scholarships P.O. Box 340007
Nashville, TN 37203

Phone: 615-340-7344
Fax: 615-340-7367
Email: umscholar@gbhem.org
http://www.gbhem.org

Purpose of award: To support students in the United Methodist Church who are of Hispanic, Asian, Native American or Pacific Island parentage.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be in at least their junior year of college or in graduate school, and they must have at least a 2.85 GPA. They must have been members of the United Methodist Church for at least three years. Students must plan to take on leadership roles in their church and ethnic communities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.85
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Harold Davis Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:03:00.001-07:00

National FFA Organization
P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960

Phone: 317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
Email: scholarships@ffa.org
http://www.ffa.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students who have livestock backgrounds and are seeking degrees in animal science, agricultural education and agribusiness.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. Students only need to complete the online application one time to be considered for all FFA-administered scholarships. The application requires information about the students' activities and a 1,000-word essay. Awards may be used for books, supplies, tuition, fees and room and board.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Harry C. Bates Merit Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:02:00.004-07:00

International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) Education Department
1776 Eye Street NW
Washington, DC 2006

Phone: 888-880-8222 x3111
Fax:
Email: askbac@bacweb.org
http://www.bacweb.org

Purpose of award: To award scholarships to the children of BAC members.
Eligibility requirements: U.S. applicants must be the children of a member, living or deceased, of BAC and among the semifinalists in the PSAT/NMSQT.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $800-$2,000.
Number of awards: 3. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: For U.S. students: There is no application. NMSQT semi-finalists should notify their local BAC office. The application for Canadian students is available online.

Himmel Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:02:00.003-07:00

Circle K International
3636 Woodview Trace
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.circlek.org

Purpose of award: This scholarship is in memory of Harry S. Himmel, deceased President Emeritus of the Kiwanis International Foundation. Recipients should demonstrate dedication and leadership within the organization.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Key Club or Circle K members who appear on the international roster, are currently enrolled in college or are college-bound and have completed 100 service hours with the organization. Key Club members must have also held an elected officer position within the organization.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Horace Mann Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:02:00.001-07:00

Horace Mann Insurance Companies
1 Horace Mann Plaza
Springfield, IL 62715

Phone: 800-999-1030
Fax:
Email:
http://www.horacemann.com

Purpose of award: To help the families of public school teachers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors whose parents are U.S. public or private education employees and have at least a "B" average and a minimum ACT score of23 or SAT score of 1100. Students are asked to submit an essay, transcript, list of activities and honors and two letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: 26.
Deadline: February 12.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Howard Coughlin Memorial Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:01:00.001-07:00

Office and Professional Employees International Union
1660 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-393-4464
Fax:
Email:
http://www.opeiu.org

Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to OPEIU members and their children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must either be a members of OPEIU in good standing, or the children, stepchildren or legally adopted children of an OPEIU member in good standing or associate members. Applicants must also be either high school seniors or high school graduates entering a college, university or a recognized technical or vocational post-secondary school as full-time students. Part-time scholarships are defined as a minimum of three credits and no more than two courses. Selection is based on transcripts, high school class rank, and SAT/ACT scores or evidence of an equivalent exam by a recognized technical or vocational post-secondary school.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 18 (12 full-time, 6 part-time).
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Gary Yoshimura Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:00:00.002-07:00

Public Relations Student Society of America 33 Maiden Lane
1lth Floor
New York, NY 10038

Phone: 212-460-1474
Fax: 212-995-0757
Email: prssa@prsa.org
http://www.prssa.org

Purpose of award: To assist public relations students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be PRSSA members with a minimum 3.0 GPA in the pursuit of higher education in the public relations field. Applicants must submit an essay on personal or professional challenges and a statement on financial need.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,400.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Imagine America II 2012-2013

2011-10-28T01:00:00.001-07:00

Imagine America Foundation
1101 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 901
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-336-6724
Fax: 202-408-8102
Email: kerryt@career.org
http://www.imagine-america.org

Purpose of award: To help Imagine America scholarship recipients.
Eligibility requirements: Students do not apply for these scholarships and must be nominated by a participating career college. Applicants must also be adult students currently attending career colleges in the United States and Puerto Rico, have been an Imagine America (high school) scholarship recipient, have a 95 percent or higher attendance record and obtain a written recommendation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Scholarship for Members 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:59:00.002-07:00

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 9000 Machinists Place
Room 117
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Phone: 301-967-4500
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iamaw.org

Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM).
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have two years of continuous good standing membership and must be working for a company under contract with the IAM. Applicants may be entering college or vocational/technical school as a freshman or at a higher level with some college credits already completed. Grades, attitude, references, test scores, activities and participation in local lodge are considered in selecting scholarship recipients.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday of February.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Scholarship for Members' Children 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:59:00.001-07:00

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers 9000 Machinists Place
Room 117
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Phone: 301-967-4500
Fax:
Email:
http://www.iamaw.org

Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to children of the members of the IAM.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants' parent member must have two years of continuous good standing membership, and applicants must be in their senior year of high school. Selection is based on grades, attitude, references, test scores and activities outside of school.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday of February.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:58:00.002-07:00

International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots 700 Maritime Boulevard
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090

Phone: 410-850-8700
Fax:
Email:
http://www.bridgedeck.com

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to the children of members of the MMP.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the children of an eligible offshore active or deceased member or eligible pensioner of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots. Recipients are chosen on the basis of high school records, extracurricular activities, SAT scores, character and leadership.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 6. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: November 30.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Isabella M. Gillen Memorial Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:58:00.001-07:00

Aviation Boatswain Mates Association (ABMA)
Scholarship Chairman
Lanny Vines
144 CR 1515
Alba, TX 75410

Phone:
Fax:
Email: secretary@abma-usn.org
http://www.abma-usn.org

Purpose of award: To support family members of ABMA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the spouses or dependent children of ABMA members who have paid dues for at least two years. In addition to the application, applicants must write a letter stating their professional goals and how they plan to reach them.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

IUE-CWA International Paul Jennings Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:57:00.002-07:00

IUE-CWA
1275 K Street NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-513-6300
Fax: 202-513-6357
Email:
http://www.iue-cwa.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for the children and grandchildren of local IUE-CWA union elected officials.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the children or grandchildren of IUE-CWA members who are now or have been local union elected officials. Applicants must also be accepted for admission or already enrolled as full-time students at an accredited college, university, nursing school or technical school offering college credit courses. All study must be completed at the undergraduate level. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in equality, improving the quality of life of others and community service. Applicants will also be evaluated on character, leadership and a desire to improve.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

J. Robert Ashcroft National Youth Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:57:00.001-07:00

Assemblies of God
1445 N. Boonville Avenue Springfield, MO 65802

Phone: 417-862-2781
Fax:
Email: colleges@ag.org
http://www.ag.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to college-bound seniors who attend Assemblies of God churches.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who attend an Assemblies of God church, either in the United States or abroad as dependents of Assemblies of God missionaries or chaplains. Applicants must also attend an institution of higher learning that is endorsed by the Assemblies of God the fall immediately following their high school graduation.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

J. Walker Field Endowed Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:56:00.002-07:00

Circle K International
3636 Woodview Trace
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.circlek.org

Purpose of award: The scholarship is in memory of J. Walker Field, a former Kiwanis governor and dedicated Circle K supporter who allowed no obstacle to stand between him and his Circle K'ers, The recipient should demonstrate similar commitment to the organization.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Circle K members who appear on the international roster, are currently enrolled in college and have completed 100 service hours with the organization.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

James C. Borel FFA Leaders Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:56:00.001-07:00

National FFA Organization
P.O. Box 68960
6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960

Phone: 317-802-6060
Fax: 317-802-6051
Email: scholarships@ffa.org
http://www.ffa.org

Purpose of award: To support FFA officers who are studying agriculture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current FFA members and high school seniors or college students planning to enroll or currently enrolled full-time. They must have served as a chapter, state or national FFA officer, and preference will be given to students who have demonstrated leadership skills. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 GPA, and they must show proof of community service participation. Students only need to complete the online application one time to be considered for all FFA-administered scholarships. The application requires information about the students' activities and a 1,000-word essay. Awards may be used for books, supplies, tuition, fees and room and board.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

George A. Strait Minority Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:55:00.002-07:00

American Association of Law Libraries
53 W. Jackson Boulevard
Suite 940
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: 312-939-4764
Fax: 312-431-1097
Email: scholarships@aall.org
http://www.aallnet.org

Purpose of award: To encourage minorities to enter careers as law librarians.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a member of a minority group as defined by U.S. government rules, degree candidates in an accredited library or law school, and intend to pursue a career as law librarians. Law library experience is preferred. Applicants must also have financial need and have at least one quarter or semester left after the scholarship is given.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by mail with a self¬addressed, stamped envelope, by fax, by phone or by email.

John A. Courson Top Scholar Award 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:55:00.001-07:00

Tau Kappa Epsilon Educational Foundation
8645 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www. tkefoundation.org

Purpose of award: To recognize academic achievement in members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be initiated Tau Kappa Epsilon members in good standing and full-time students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must include a statement describing how they have benefited from TKE membership and demonstrate leadership on their campus, in their community and in their chapter.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

John H. Lyons, Sr., Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:54:00.002-07:00

Iron Workers, International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing
1750 New York Avenue NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 203-383-4000
Fax: 202-638-4856
Email:
http://www.ironworkers.org

Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to the children of members of the Iron Workers Union.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the children, stepchildren or adopted children of an active member of the Iron Workers who has had five or more years of continuous membership. Children of deceased members who were in members in good standing at the time of their death are also eligible. Applicants must also be in their senior year of high school and rank in the upper half of their graduating classes. Selection is based on academic record, SAT/ACT scores, extracurricular activities, references, leadership and citizenship.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

John Kelly Labor Studies Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:54:00.001-07:00

Office and Professional Employees International Union
1660 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-393-4464
Fax:
Email:
http://www.opeiu.org

Purpose of award: To offer scholarships to OPEIU members and associate members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of OPEIU in good standing or associate members, and applicants must be either undergraduate or graduate students in one of the following areas of study: labor studies, industrial relations, social sciences or a related field. The selections shall be based on recommendations of an academic scholarship committee.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone or written request.

John L. Dales Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:53:00.002-07:00

Screen Actors Guild Foundation
5757 Wilshire Boulevard
7th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Phone: 323-549-6708
Fax: 323-549-6710
Email: dlloyd@sag.org
http://www.sagfoundation.org/index.shtml

Purpose of award: To award scholarships to the families of the SAG.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the Screen Actors Guild or children of members. Members applying for a scholarship must have been members of the Guild for five years; however, the parent of an applicant must have been a member for ten years. Members must have a lifetime earnings of at least $30,000, earned in the guild's jurisdiction, while parents of an applicant must have lifetime earnings of at least $60,000, earned in the guild's jurisdiction. Applicants must be either students accepted by an accredited institution of higher learning or students already enrolled for at least 12 credit hours per quarter or semester at such an institution. Recipients will be chosen based upon SAT scores, high school/college academic record, a statement of family income and an essay of not less' than 250 words.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

John Sarrin Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:53:00.001-07:00

Society of Friends (Quakers)
Attn.: Dinah Geiger
2757 South 1050 East
Indianapolis, IN 46231

Phone: 765-962-7573
Fax: 765-966-1293
Email: info@usfwi.org
http://www.usfwi.org

Purpose of award: To support the education of ministers, missionaries, the children of ministers and other Friends who aspire to full-time Christian service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must belong to the Society of Friends. They must be committed to staying drug and alcohol free, and they must agree to never join the armed forces of any country. Students must possess good moral character in order to receive and keep the scholarship.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Jones-Laurence Award for Scholastic Achievement 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:51:00.000-07:00

Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE)
Dave Sandell '
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Foundation Scholarships 1856 Sheridan Road
Evanston, IL 60201

Phone: 800-233-1856 x234
Fax: 847-475-2250
Email: dsandell@sae.net
http://www.sae.net

Purpose of award: To improve scholarship among active Sigma Alpha Epsilon members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon in good standing and either must have junior standing or higher or must be pursuing full-time graduate study. This award is merit-based, with an emphasis on combining academic excellence, leadership, service and campus involvement. Applicants are nominated by their chapters and have a minimum 3.9 GPA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.9
Amount: $1,000-$3,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 28.
How to apply: Contact the coordinator of educational programs and services.

JWV Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:50:00.001-07:00

Jewish War Veterans of the USA 1811 R Street NW Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-265-6280
Fax: 202-234-5662
Email: jwv@jwv.org
http://www.jwv.org

Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for descendents of members of the Jewish War Veterans of the USA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be direct descendents of a JWV member in good standing. Candidates must also have been accepted to an accredited college, university or nursing school, be in the upper 25 percent of their class and be active in activities at school and within the Jewish community.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 3.
How to apply: Applications are available online and should be submitted by the applicant's school to the department commander in the local post.

Kenneth L. Duke, Sr., Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-28T00:49:00.001-07:00

Tau Kappa Epsilon Educational Foundation
8645 Founders Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone: 317-872-6533
Fax: 317-875-8353
Email: tef@tke.org
http://www.tkefoundation.org

Purpose of award: To award a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon for academic achievement and outstanding leadership within the chapter, campus or community.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $300.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AG Bell College Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:27:00.001-07:00

Alexander Graham Bell Association
Manager, AG Bell Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs 3417 Volta Place NW
Washington, DC 20007

Phone: 202-337-5220
Fax: 202-337-8314
Email: info@agbell.org
http://www.agbell.org

Purpose of award: To recognize students with moderate to profound hearing loss who have academically excelled.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have moderate to profound hearing loss since birth or before learning to speak With a hearing loss of 60 dB or greater. Students must use spoken communication as their primary means of communicating and be enrolled in an accredited mainstream university. The TTY phone number is 202-337-5221.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 20.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Council of the Blind Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:26:00.002-07:00

American Council of the Blind
Scholarship Program
1155 15th Street NW
Suite 1004
Washington, DC 20005

Phone: 202-467-5081
Fax:
Email:
http://www.acb.org

Purpose of award: To reward outstanding blind students.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be legally blind in both eyes and admitted full-time to a post-secondary academic or vocational program. A minimum GPA of3.3 is required, except in extenuating circumstances. Students who work full-time and attend school part-time may apply for the John Hebner Memorial Scholarship. Scholarship recipients are expected to attend a national convention if they are over 18.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online and by phone.

Ann and Matt Harbison Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:26:00.001-07:00

P. Buckley Moss Society
20 Stoneridge Drive, Suite 102 Waynesboro, VA 22980

Phone: 540-943-5678
Fax: 540-949-8408
Email: sociery@mosssociety.org
http:/ /www.mosssociety.org

Purpose of award: This scholarship recognizes the persistence. and dedication to academic or extracurricular pursuits of students With a learning disability.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nominated by a P. Buckley Moss Society member, have a language-related learning difference and pursue a post-secondary education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Anne Ford Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:25:00.004-07:00

National Center for Learning Disabilities
381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401
New York, NY 10016-8806

Phone: 888-575-7373
Fax: 212-545-9665
Email: afscholarship@ncld.org
http://www.ncld.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students with learning disabilities who plan to pursue undergraduate degrees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who :u-e academically successful in public or private secondary schools and With an identified learning disability. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

International Order of Alhambra Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:25:00.003-07:00

International Order of Alhambra
4200 Leeds Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229

Phone: 410-242-0660
Fax: 410-536-5729
Email: hq@orderalhambra.org
http://www.orderalhambra.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who wish to become special education teachers or to those who give care to the permanently disabled.
Eligibility requirements: One of the purposes of the organization is to provide assistance, education and residences to the developmentally disabled.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the organization for more information.

Award of Excellence Asthma Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:25:00.001-07:00

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology 555 E. Wells Street
Suite 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823

Phone: 414-272-6071
Fax:
Email: info@aaaai.org
http://www.aaaai.org

Purpose of award: The AAAAI provides college scholarships to graduating high school seniors with asthma to recognize their achievements in a wide variety of areas, including academic and extracurricular.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be asthmatic students who will attend college or an accredited technical school within three years of graduating from high school.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 23.
Deadline: January 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Career Incentive Award 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:24:00.001-07:00

Lighthouse International
111 E. 59th Street
New York, NY 10022

Phone: 212-821-9200
Fax: 212-821-9707
Email: info@lighthouse.org
http://www.lighthouse.org

Purpose of award: To assist blind or partially-sighted collegiate or college-bound students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be blind or have low vision capabilities in one of four categories: college-bound high school student, undergraduate college student, undergraduate student returning to college at least 10 years after high school or graduate student.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone, fax or email to kboyle@lighthouse.org.

Chair Scholars Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:23:00.002-07:00

Chair Scholars Foundation, Inc.
16101 Carencia Lane
Odessa, FL 33556-3278

Phone: 813-920-1981
Fax: 813-920-7661
Email: chairscholars@tampabay.rr.com
http://www.chairscholars.org

Purpose of award: To allow financially disadvantaged, physically challenged students a chance to obtain a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be significantly physically challenged (although not necessarily in a wheelchair), demonstrate severe financial need (such that they could not attend college without financial aid), and have at least a B+ average in previous scholastic work. Applicants must also be under age 21 and be high school seniors or college freshmen with previous community contributions. Applicants must submit applications, parents'/guardians' tax returns, test scores, photos, three recommendations, and transcripts.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.33
Amount: $3,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 15 to 20. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 21.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Challenge Met Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:23:00.001-07:00

American Radio Relay League Foundation 225 Main Street
Newington, CT 06111

Phone: 860-594-0397
Fax: 860-594-0259
Email: foundation@arrl.org
http://www.arrl.org

Purpose of award: To provide assistance to amateur radio operators with learning disabilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be licensed amateur radio operators who are accepted to or enrolled in a two- or four-year college, technical school or university. Preference is given to students with documented learning disabilities who are putting forth effort.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CRS Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:22:00.002-07:00

Christian Record Services Melisa Welch
4444 S. 52nd Street Lincoln, NE 68516-1302

Phone: 402-488-0981
Fax: 402-488-7582
Email: info@christianrecord.org
http://www.christianrecord.org

Purpose of award: To assist legally blind youths in obtaining a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legally blind and intend to attend undergraduate institutions to gain independence and self sufficiency. Applicants should submit application forms and character reference forms.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Deaf Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:22:00.001-07:00

National Fraternal Society of the Deaf 1118 S. Sixth Street
Springfield, IL 62703

Phone: 217-789-7429
Fax: 217-789-7489
Email: thefrat@nfsd.com
http://www.nfsd.com

Purpose of award: To award scholarships to members of the NFSD.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the NFSD for one full year and be in a post-secondary program or preparing to enter one as a full-time student.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Requests for applications are available online.

Eden Services Charles H. Hoens, Jr., Scholars Program 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:21:00.004-07:00

Autism Society of America
7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300 Bethesda, MD 20814-3067

Phone: 800-328-8476
Fax:
Email: chapters@autism-society.org
http://www.autism-society.org

Purpose of award: To assist an autistic student in completing a post¬secondary program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have autism and be accepted into an accredited post-secondary educational or vocational program. Nominations must be made by members of the ASA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 14.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Educator of Tomorrow Award 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:21:00.003-07:00

National Federation of the Blind
Anil Lewis
1800 Johnston Street Baltimore, MD 21230

Phone: 404-371-1000
Fax:
Email: scholarships@nfb.org
http://www.nfb.org

Purpose of award: To assist legally blind education students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legally blind, full-time post-secondary students pursuing a career in education at any level. Academic excellence, financial need and community service involvement will be considered. Applicants must submit a personal letter, letters of recommendation, transcripts, a letter from a Federation state president or designee and test score reports for high school seniors.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Eric Dostie Memorial College Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:21:00.001-07:00

NuFACTOR
41093 County Center Drive Temecula, CA 92591

Phone: 800-323-6832
Fax: 951-296-2565
Email:
http://www.kelleycom.com

Purpose of award: To assist students who suffer from hemophilia or related bleeding disorders, as well as their immediate families.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be individuals with hemophilia or related to said individuals, enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university and demonstrate academic achievement, financial need and a history of community service.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available after November 1 by telephone or mail.

Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:20:00.000-07:00

Ethel Louise Armstrong Foundation 2460 N. Lake Avenue, PMB #128 Altadena, CA 91001

Phone: 626-398-8840
Fax:
Email: executivedirector@ela.org
http://www.ela.org

Purpose of award: To promote the inclusion of people with disabilities and to expand the opportunities of female graduate students with disabilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female with a physical disability, active in a disability organization, currently enrolled in or applying to a graduate school in the U.S. and willing to work with the foundation on future research work.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Summer Graduate Research Fellowships 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:19:00.002-07:00

Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University 3301 N. Fairfax Drive
Suite 440
Arlington, VA 22201

Phone: 800-697-8799
Fax: 703-993-4890
Email: ihs@gmu.edu
http://www.theihs.org

Purpose of award: To support graduate students who are interested in scholarly research in the classical liberal tradition.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students in areas related to the classical liberal tradition and should be focusing on a discrete writing project. Selection is based on resume, GRE or LSAT scores and graduate transcripts, writing sample and research proposal and bibliography for thesis chapter or publishable paper.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000 + travel allowance.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

James F. Connolly LexisNexis Academic and Library Solutions Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:19:00.001-07:00

American Association of Law Libraries
53 W. Jackson Boulevard
Suite 940
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: 312-939-4764
Fax: 312-431-1097
Email: scholarships@aall.org
http://www.aallnet.org

Purpose of award: To support a librarian interested in becoming a law librarian.
Eligibility requirements: Preference will be given to librarians who are interested in government documents. Applicants must be library school graduates with experience working in a law library who intend to obtain a degree at an accredited law school and have careers as law librarians. Applicants should have no more than 36 semester credit hours left before qualifying for the degree and should have financial need.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by mail with a self¬addressed, stamped envelope, by fax, by phone and by email.

Ferdinand Torres Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:18:00.002-07:00

American Foundation for the Blind Scholarship Committee 11 Penn Plaza
Suite 300
New York, NY 10001

Phone: 800-232-5463
Fax: 212-502-7771
Email: afbinfo@afb.net
http://www.afb.org

Purpose of award: The foundation addresses the issues of literacy, independent living, employment and access for visually impaired Americans.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time, post-secondary students with proof of legal blindness. Students must reside in the U.S. and provide evidence of economic need. Preference is given to applicants living in the New York metropolitan area and new immigrants to the U.S. Applicants must submit applications, essays, transcripts, enrollment letters, and two recommendation letters.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Hemophilia Resources of America 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:18:00.001-07:00

Hemophilia Resources of America
Attn.: Scholarships 4
45 Route 46 East, Suite 609 P.O. Box 2011
Pine Brook, NJ 07058

Phone: 973-276-0254
Fax: 973-276-0998
Email: mscudiery@hrahemo.com
http://www.hrahemo.com

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to individuals living with hemophilia or von Willebrand disease, or their children.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have either hemophilia or von Willebrand disease or be the child of an individual with one of these two diseases. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need, as well as a record of academic excellence and community service.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 20.
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by calling 800- 549-2654.

Immune Deficiency Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:17:00.000-07:00

Immune Deficiency Foundation
40 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Suite 308
Towson, MD 21204

Phone: 800-296-4433
Fax:
Email: idf@primaryimmune.org
http://www.primaryimmune.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students afflicted with a primary immune deficiency disease.
Eligibility requirements: Applicant must have been admitted or must currently be enrolled in an accredited college or university as an undergraduate student. Applicants must also have demonstrated financial need and a record of community involvement.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by email or by telephone.

Karen D. Carsel Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:07:00.003-07:00

American Foundation for the Blind Scholarship Committee 11 Penn Plaza
Suite 300
New York, NY 10001

Phone: 800-232-5463
Fax: 212-502-7771
Email: afbinfo@afb.net
http://www.afb.org

Purpose of award: The foundation addresses the issues of literacy, independent living, employment and access for visually impaired Americans.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students who are legally blind and can present evidence of financial need. Students must submit applications, transcripts, enrollment letters, proof of U.S. citizenship, proof of legal blindness, two letters of recommendation and a typed statement describing educational and personal goals, work experience, extracurricular activities and how the scholarship funds will be used.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Lilly Reintegration Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:07:00.001-07:00

Lilly Reintegration Programs
PMB 327
310 Busse Highway Park Ridge, IL 60068

Phone: 800-809-8202
Fax:
Email: lillyscholarships@reintegration.com
http://www.reintegration.com

Purpose of award: To provide aid to students with schizophrenia or similar disorders who are seeking to advance themselves academically and vocationally.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophreniform, schizoaffective disorder or bipolar disorder, be undergoing medical treatment for their disease(s) and be involved in other rehabilitative efforts, such as working part-time or volunteering with a civic organization.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by phone, mail or email.

Marion Huber Learning Through Listening Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:06:00.002-07:00

Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic 20 Roszel Road
Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone: 866-RFBD-585
Fax: 609-520-7990
Email: custserv@rfbd.org
http://www.rfbd.org

Purpose of award: To assist learning-disabled high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate leadership skills, scholarship and a desire to help others and attend a two- or four-year college or vocational school. Students must have a specific learning disability and be registered with RFB&D for at least one year prior to the application deadline.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000-$6,000.
Number of awards: 9.
Deadline: February 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:06:00.001-07:00

Orange County Community Foundation 30 Corporate Park, Suite 410
Irvine, CA 92606

Phone: 949-553-4202
Fax: 949-553-4211
Email: rho@oc-cf.org
http://www.oc-cf.org

Purpose of award: To support those who have been affected by leukemia as they pursue an education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or current college students who are leukemia patients and/or are the children of non-surviving leukemia patients. Applicants must be full¬time students with a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrate financial need. They must submit an essay describing how leukemia has impacted their life, a doctor's note verifying the leukemia diagnosis and two letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Minnie Pearl Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:05:00.004-07:00

EAR Foundation
P.O. Box 330867
Nashville, TN 37203

Phone: 800-545-HEAR
Fax: 615-627-2728
Email: info@earfoundation.org
http://www.earfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To help integrate hearing impaired persons into mainstream society through education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA and be accepted to a college, university or technical school and be planning to attend full-time. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens, be mainstreamed hearing impaired students and have significant bilateral hearing impairment.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Federation of the Blind Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:05:00.003-07:00

National Federation of the Blind
Anil Lewis
1800 Johnston Street Baltimore, MD 21230

Phone: 404-371-1000
Fax:
Email: scholarships@nfb.org
http://www.nfb.org

Purpose of award: The National Federation of the Blind offers thirty scholarships to exceptional blind scholars.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legally blind and pursue a full-time postsecondary study in the following semester in the U.S. One scholarship may be given to a part-time student. There are no additional restrictions for most of the scholarships. However, a few require study in certain fields and the Michael and Marie Marucci Scholarship requires competence in a foreign language. Awards are based on academic excellence, community service and financial need. Applicants must participate in the entire NFB national convention and in all scheduled scholarship program activities.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000-$12,000.
Number of awards: 30.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NFMC Hinda Honigman Award for the Blind 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:05:00.001-07:00

National Federation of Music Clubs (NC)
Regina Einig
864 Schoolhouse Road Carbondale, IL 62902-7928

Phone: 618-549-5082
Fax: 317-638-0503
Email: reinig@siu.edu
http://www.nfmc-music.org

Purpose of award: To support blind instrumentalists or vocalists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 25, be an instrumentalist or vocalist and submit an affidavit from an ophthalmologist stating that they are blind. Applicants must also be affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $350-$650.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

James J. Hill Research Grants 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:04:00.002-07:00

James J. Hill Research Library
80 W. Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102

Phone: 651-265-5500
Fax:
Email: manuscripts@jjhill.org
http://www.jjhill.org

Purpose of award: To assist scholars whose research requires them to use the business information manuscript collections at the Hill Library.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college or university professors, independent scholars, or Ph. D. candidates who are working on their dissertations. Applications must include a research proposal, projected budget and three letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email, phone or online at http://www.jjhill.org/History/grancprogram.html.

Optimist International Communications Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-22T03:04:00.001-07:00

Optimist International 4494 Lindell Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63108

Phone: 314-371-6000
Fax: 314-371-6006
Email: programs@optimist.org
http://www.optimist.org

Purpose of award: To reward students based on their communications performance.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students up to grade 12 in the U.S. and Canada, to CEGEP in Quebec and to grade 13 in the Caribbean who are recognized by their schools as deaf or hard of hearing.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September.
How to apply: Contact your local Optimist Club.

Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:56:00.004-07:00

Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award
c/o The Eden Communications Group 515 Valley Street
Suite 200
Maplewood, NJ 07040

Phone: 800-292-7373
Fax:
Email: czoppi@edencomgroup.com
http://www.epilepsy-scholarship.com

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding students who demonstrate how they have overcome the challenge of epilepsy in their lives.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college undergraduates currently under a physician's care for epilepsy, demonstrate achievement in academic and extracurricular activities and submit verification of academic status and two letters of recommendation. Selection is made by a panel of judges composed of opinion leaders in the fields of medicine and education.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 16.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert Guthrie PKU Scholarship and Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:56:00.003-07:00

National PKU News
6869 Woodlawn Avenue NE #116 Seattle, WA 98115-5469

Phone:
Fax:
Email: schuett@pkunews.org
http://www.pkunews.org

Purpose of award: In honor of the doctor who created the newborn screening test for PKU, the scholarship gives support to bright students living with PKU.
Eligibility requirements: Students must have PKU, follow the diet and attend an accredited school. Financial need is considered along with academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail.

Sara Conlon Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:56:00.001-07:00

Foundation for Exceptional Children
1110 N. Glebe Road
Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201

Phone: 800-224-6830
Fax:
Email: yesican@cec.sped.org
http://www.cec.sped.org

Purpose of award: To help disabled students who major in special education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in two- or four-year undergraduate college programs or vocational, technical or fine arts training programs. Students should submit the application form, transcript, three letters of recommendation, goals statement, statement verifying disability and statement verifying financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

SBAA Four-Year Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:55:00.001-07:00

Spina Bifida Association of America
4590 MacArthur Boulevard NW
Suite 250
Washington, DC 20017

Phone: 800-621-3141
Fax: 202-944-3295
Email: sbaa@sbaa.org
http://www.sbaa.org

Purpose of award: To create opportunities for high school students with spina bifida to attend a four-year college that is otherwise outside of the applicants' financial reach.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have spina bifida with a statement of disability from a physician, be high school juniors or entering seniors at the time of application and show financial need by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Awards are based on academic record, financial need, work history, community service, leadership and commitment to personal goals.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Scholarships for Survivors 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:54:00.002-07:00

Patient Advocate Foundation
Ruth Anne Reed, Vice President of Special Programs 700 Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Suite 200
Newport News, VA 23606

Phone: 800-532-5274
Fax: 757-873-8999
Email: help@patientadvocate.org
http://www.patientadvocate.org

Purpose of award: This group of scholarships seeks to assist students whose educations have been delayed due to life-threatening illness.
Eligibility requirements: Eligible students must be survivors of life-threatening diseases. If awarded a scholarship, the student must maintain a 3.0 GPA, be enrolled full time, and perform 20 hours of community service each year.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 8. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

School Age Financial Aid Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:54:00.001-07:00

Alexander Graham Bell Association
Manager, AG Bell Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs 3417 Volta Place NW
Washington. DC 20007

Phone: 202-337-5220
Fax: 202-337-8314
Email: info@agbell.org
http://www.agbell.org

Purpose of award: To assist students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students with pre-lingual hearing loss between the ages of 6 and 21 who are enrolled in parochial, independent or private schools.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online .

Sertoma Hearing Impaired Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:53:00.001-07:00

Sertoma International
1912 E. Meyer Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64132

Phone: 816-333-8300
Fax: 816-333-4320
Email: infosertoma@sertoma.org
http://www.sertoma.org

Purpose of award: The organization's focus is to concentrate on communicative disorders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be entering or continuing as full-time undergraduates in the U.S. or Canada, show proof that they have a clinically significant (40dB) bilateral hearing loss and have a minimum 3.2 GPA for all high school and college courses.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

The Vera Yip Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:52:00.003-07:00

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults
4725 Dorsey Hall Drive, Suite A
Ellicott City, MD 21042

Phone: 410-964-0202
Fax:
Email: scholarship@ulmanfund.org
http://www.ulmanfund.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are cancer survivors and students whose parents have been afflicted with cancer.
Eligibility requirements: Students must show financial need, community service participation, personal or family medical hardship, commitment to education and career goals and how they have used their experience to help others.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 10.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Jennifer C. Groot Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:52:00.001-07:00

American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) 656 Beacon Street, 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02215

Phone: 617-353-6571
Fax: 617-353-6575
Email: acor@bu.edu
http://www.bu.edulacor

Purpose of award: To assist students with expenses on an archaeological project.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students with little or no archaeological field experience. Recipients will travel to Jordan for the project.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online but must be submitted by mail.

TPA Scholarship Trust for the Deaf and Near Deaf 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:51:00.001-07:00

TPA Scholarship Trust for the Deaf and Near Deaf 3755 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108

Phone: 314-371-0533
Fax: 314-371-0537
Email: support@tpahq.org
http://www.travelersprotectiveasn.com

Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to children and adults who are deaf or hearing impaired and who need assistance in obtaining mechanical devices, treatment or specialized education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must suffer from deafness or hearing impairment.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

William and Dorothy Ferrell Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-22T02:50:00.000-07:00

Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired
1703 N. Beauregard Street Suite 440
Alexandria, VA 22311

Phone: 877-493-2708
Fax: 703-671-6391
Email:
http://www.aerbvi.org

Purpose of award: To assist visually-impaired students who plan to assist others who are visually impaired.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legally blind, with a vision of 20/200 or less in the best eye or 20 degrees or less in the visual field. Applicants must also study in college or a similar institution and must be in the field of services for the blind or visually impaired. Scholarships are only awarded in the even numbered years.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by phone request.

Part Time-Grant program 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:35:00.001-07:00

Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance 454 Broadway
Suite 200
Revere, MA 02151

Phone: 617-727-9420
Fax: 617-727-0667
Email: osfa@osfa.mass.edu
http://www.osfa.mass.edu

Purpose of award: To provide need-based financial assistance to part-time students seeking an undergraduate degree or certificate.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be permanent legal residents of Massachusetts for at least one year prior to the start of the academic year for which the grant is awarded. Applicants must be enrolled for at least six but fewer than twelve undergraduate credits per academic term in an eligible undergraduate degree program or eligible certificate program. Applicant must not have previously earned a baccalaureate or professional degree. Applicants must show financial aid need.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $200-full cost of tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Part-Time Assistance Program 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:34:00.002-07:00

State Council of Higher Education for Virginia 101 N. 14th Street
James Monroe Building
Richmond, VA 23219

Phone: 804-225-2600
Fax: 804-225-2604
Email: communications@schev.edu
http://www.schev.edu

Purpose of award: To assist part-time Virginia students with financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend a school in Virginia's Community College System part-time (three to five hours), be Virginia residents and demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to the cost of tuition and fees.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.

Part-Time Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:34:00.001-07:00

Maryland Higher Education Commission Office of Student Financial Assistance 839 Bestgate Road, Suite 400
Annapolis, MD 21401

Phone: 800-974-1024
Fax: 410-260-3200
Email: osfamail@mhec.state.md.us
http://www.mhec.state.md.us/

Purpose of award: To assist part-time, degree-seeking undergraduates or students who are simultaneously enrolled in a secondary school and an institution of higher education.
Eligibility requirements: All applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and legal residents of the state of Maryland. Part-time applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and contact the financial aid office of the college attending and request to be considered for the Part-Time Grant. Dually enrolled students must contact the college financial aid office to determine the specific application process. This award is based on financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $200-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Complete the FAFSA and contact the financial aid office.

Part-Time Grant Program 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:33:00.002-07:00

State Student Assistance Commission of Indiana 150 W. Market Street
Suite 500
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Phone: 888-528-4719
Fax: 317-232-3260
Email: grants@ssaci.state.in.us
http://www.in.gov/ssaci/

Purpose of award: To help part-time Indiana students pursue higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates taking at least 6 but not more than 12 credit hours per term at eligible institutions. This is a need-based award.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Otto M. Stanfield Legal Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:33:00.001-07:00

Unitarian Universalist Association
25 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108

Phone: 617-742-2100
Fax:
Email: info@uua.org
http://www.uua.org

Purpose of award: To help Unitarian Universalist students entering or attending law school.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be planning to attend or currently attending law school at the graduate level. The award is based on activity with Unitarian Universalism and financial need. Applicants should submit transcripts and recommendations.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Part-Time Grants 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:32:00.002-07:00

Vermont Student Assistance Corporation
10 E. Allen Street .
P.O. Box 2000
Winooski, VT 05404

Phone: 888-253-4819
Fax: 802-654-3798
Email: info@vsac.org
http://www.vsac.org

Purpose of award: To assist Vermont part-time students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Vermont residents enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate degree, diploma or certificate program and take fewer than 12 credits per semester.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.

Part-Time Student Instructional Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:32:00.001-07:00

Ohio Board of Regents
State Grants and Scholarships Department P.O. Box 182452
Columbus, OH 43128

Phone: 888-833-1133
Fax: 614-752-5903
Email:
http://regents.ohio.gov

Purpose of award: To assist part-time Ohio undergraduate students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Ohio residents who attend an eligible Ohio public or private university part-time and who have financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.

Part-Time Tuition Aid Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:31:00.000-07:00

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority P.O. Box 540
Trenton, NJ 08625

Phone: 800-792-8670
Fax:
Email: clientservices@hesaa.org
http://www.hesaa.org

Purpose of award: To support part-time students who are attending county colleges in New Jersey.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of New Jersey for at least 12 months prior to college enrollment. They cannot have any previous degrees or defaulted student loans. Students must be enrolled in 6-11 credits per semester at an approved New Jersey county college, and they cannot be majoring in theology or divinity.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available through completion of the FAFSA.

Passport to College Promise Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:30:00.004-07:00

Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board
917 Lakeridge Way
P.O. Box 43430
Olympia, WA 98504

Phone: 360-753-7850
Fax: 360-753-6243
Email: info@hecb.wa.gov
http://www.hecb.wa.gov

Purpose of award: To encourage students who have been in foster care to get ready for college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have spent one year or more in foster care since their 16th birthdays, be Washington residents who will enroll at least half-time in an eligible college by their 21st birthdays, not have earned a bachelor's degree and not be seeking a degree in theology.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Paul and Grace Rhudy Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:30:00.003-07:00

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
1600 Huntington Square
900 Lee Street, East
Charleston, WV 25301

Phone: 304-346-3620
Fax: 304-346-3640
Email: tgkvf@tgkvf.org
http://www.tgkvf.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to West Virginia residents who are interested in pursuing a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of West Virginia, be full-time students (12 credit hours) and possess good moral character and proven academic achievement.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online at http://www.tgkvf. org/scholar.htm or by email at shoover@tgkvf.org.

Paul Flaherty Athletic Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:30:00.001-07:00

American Legion, Department of Kansas
1314 SW Topeka Boulevard
Topeka, KS 66612

Phone: 785-232-9315
Fax: 785-232-1399
Email:
http://www.ksamlegion.org

Purpose of award: To support student athletes.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores and have participated in high school athletics. Students must be average or better students and submit three letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a coach, a high school transcript, a 1040 income statement and an essay on the topic, "Why I Want to Go to College."
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: July 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Pennsylvania Oratorical Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:29:00.003-07:00

American Legion, Department of Pennsylvania
P.O. Box 2324
Harrisburg, PA 17105

Phone: 717-730-9100
Fax: 717-975-2836
Email: hq@pa-legion.com
http://www.pa-legion.com

Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000-$7,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: January 13.
How to apply: Applications are available from school coordinators and online.

Performance Award 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:29:00.001-07:00

Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance P.O. Box 91202
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9202

Phone: 800-259-5626 x1012
Fax: 225-922-0790
Email: custserv@osfa.la.gov
http://www.osfa.state.la.us

Purpose of award: To aid Louisiana student residents.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Louisiana residents, U.S. citizens, apply during their senior year in high school, use the award at a Louisiana college or university, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a minimum ACT score of 23 or an equivalent SAT I score.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Tuition plus $400.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: The application is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). ACT or SAT I scores must also be reported.

Postsecondary Access Student Scholarship (PASS) 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:28:00.002-07:00

Office of Scholarships and Grants, Bureau of Student Financial Assistance
P.O. Box 30462 Lansing, MI 48909

Phone: 888-4-GRANTS
Fax:
Email: treasscholgrant@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid

Purpose of award: To assist Michigan students in meeting the cost of tuition and fees in pursuit of an associate's degree at a Michigan community college, college or university.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents and enrolled in a program leading to an associate degree. Applicants must have scored at level 1 or level 2 on the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) tests in reading, writing, mathematics, and science. Applicants must also be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. Applicants who meet all criteria except for the MEAP test level requirement are eligible for the PASS award for one year and may receive continued aid if satisfactory academic progress is maintained.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 21 or March 2l.
How to apply: File a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Postsecondary Education Award Program (PEAP) 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:28:00.001-07:00

Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education P.O. Box 95005
Lincoln, NE 68509

Phone: 402-471-2847
Fax: 402-471-2886
Email: ritchie.morrow@ccpe.ne.gov
http://www.ccpe.state.ne.us

Purpose of award: To assist students (including out-of-state students) in attending a Nebraska college or university.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a Nebraska college and qualify for a federal Pell grant. Applicants apply for the grant through their specific college or university.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Overseas Press Club Foundation Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:27:00.001-07:00

Overseas Press Club Foundation
40 W 45 Street
New York, NY 10036

Phone: 212-626-9220
Fax: 212-626-9210
Email: foundation@opcofamerica.org
http://www.opcofamerica.org

Purpose of award: To encourage undergraduate and graduate students attending American colleges and universities to pursue careers as foreign correspondents.
Eligibility requirements: Scholarships are open to undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in a career as a foreign correspondent. Eligible students must be attending American colleges or universities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 11.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

PROMISE Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:26:00.002-07:00

PROMISE Scholarship Program
1018 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Suite 700
Charleston, WV 25301

Phone: 877-WV-PROMISE
Fax: 304-558-3264
Email: morgenstern@hepc.wvnet.edu
http://www.promisescholarships.org

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding West Virginia high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be West Virginia residents planning to attend an eligible West Virginia public or private college or university, graduate with a minimum 3.0 GPA and have a minimum ACT score of21 or SAT score of 1000.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 31 for PROMISE application and March 1 for FAFSA.
How to apply: Applications are available online. Applicants must also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Putnam Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:26:00.001-07:00

Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts 1500 Main Street
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115

Phone: 413-732-2858
Fax: 413-733-8565
Email: scholar@communiryfoundation.org
http://www.communiryfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To help African-American and Latino students who live in western Massachusetts and Hartford County in Connecticut.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend a U.S. college or university part-time or full-time. Application forms, transcripts and Student Aid Reports are required. Selection is based on financial need and academic merit. A pastoral letter of reference from any denomination is highly recommended.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 7.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online and by phone.

R. Ray Singleton Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:25:00.002-07:00

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation 1600 Huntington Square
900 Lee Street, East
Charleston, WV 25301

Phone: 304-346-3620
Fax: 304-346-3640
Email: tgkvf@tgkvf.org
http://www.tgkvf.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to residents of Kanawha, Boone, Clay, Putnam, Lincoln and Fayette counties in West Virginia who are interested in pursuing a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students and possess good moral character as well as proven academic achievement.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 5. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online at http://www.tgkvf. org/scholar.htm or via email at shooverts'rgkvf.org.

Regents Award for Children of Veterans 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:25:00.001-07:00

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) 99 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12255

Phone: 888-697-4372
Fax:
Email:
http://www.hesc.com

Purpose of award: To assist students whose parents served in the Armed Forces during times of war or national emergency.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a parent who served in the United States Armed Forces during the Persian Gulf. Vietnam or Korean Conflicts, World War I or II or as a Merchant Seaman during World War II. The parent must be or have been a resident of New York State and have died or suffered a disability of 40 percent or more as a result of service, been classified as missing in action or been a prisoner of war. Students with a parent who has received the expeditionary medal for participation in operations in Lebanon, Grenada or Panama and students born with spina bifida whose parent is a Vietnam Veteran are also eligible.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $450.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone.

Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-19T05:24:00.002-07:00

NYS Education Department, Bureau of HEOP/VATEA/Scholarships Education Building Addition
Room 1071
Albany, NY 12234

Phone: 518-486-1319
Fax:
Email:
http://www.hesc.com

Purpose of award: To assist students in professional programs who are New York residents.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be New York State residents and study at an eligible professional program in New York State. Priority is given to students who are economically disadvantaged and members of a minority group. Recipients must work as a licensed professional for one year for each year of payment received in New York State.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.