American Legion, Department of Vermont P.O. Box 396
126 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05601
Phone: 802-223-7131
Fax: 802-223-0318
Email: alvthq@verizon.net
http://www.legionvthq.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: $100-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from district representatives.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Valedictorial Program Tuition Waiver Program 2012-2013
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 comprehensive financial aid to Massachusetts valedictorians.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be designated as a valedictorian by a public or private high school in the state of Massachusetts, and they must be residents of the state for at least one year prior to the beginning of the school year. Students must enroll in a Massachusetts public college and meet individual requirements for the program imposed by the school. They cannot owe refunds on previous financial aid or have any defaulted government loans.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
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 comprehensive financial aid to Massachusetts valedictorians.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be designated as a valedictorian by a public or private high school in the state of Massachusetts, and they must be residents of the state for at least one year prior to the beginning of the school year. Students must enroll in a Massachusetts public college and meet individual requirements for the program imposed by the school. They cannot owe refunds on previous financial aid or have any defaulted government loans.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
Vincent L. Hawkinson Scholarship for Peace and Justice 2012-2013
Vincent L. Hawkinson Foundation for Peace and Justice 324 Harvard Street S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: 612-331-8125
Fax:
Email: info@graceattheu.org
http://www.graceattheu.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who share the ideals of the Rev. Vincent L. Hawkinson, a leader of Grace University Lutheran Church for more than 30 years.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must advocate peace, reside in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota. South Dakota or Wisconsin and attend an interview in Minneapolis and fall awards ceremony.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by sending a self-addressed, stamp envelope, by email or online.
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: 612-331-8125
Fax:
Email: info@graceattheu.org
http://www.graceattheu.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who share the ideals of the Rev. Vincent L. Hawkinson, a leader of Grace University Lutheran Church for more than 30 years.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must advocate peace, reside in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota. South Dakota or Wisconsin and attend an interview in Minneapolis and fall awards ceremony.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by sending a self-addressed, stamp envelope, by email or online.
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Scholarships Program Coordinator
The Gregor Building
716 West Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 800-245-3321
Fax: 512-276-8187
Email: memberservices@acfe.com
http://www.cfenet.com
Purpose of award: To support the college education of accounting and criminal justice students who may become Certified Fraud Examiners in the future.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students with a declared major or minor in criminal justice or accounting. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, with at least one from a Certified Fraud Examiner or local CFE Chapter and must write an essay on why they deserve the scholarship and how fraud awareness will help their career
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scholarships Program Coordinator
The Gregor Building
716 West Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 800-245-3321
Fax: 512-276-8187
Email: memberservices@acfe.com
http://www.cfenet.com
Purpose of award: To support the college education of accounting and criminal justice students who may become Certified Fraud Examiners in the future.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students with a declared major or minor in criminal justice or accounting. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, with at least one from a Certified Fraud Examiner or local CFE Chapter and must write an essay on why they deserve the scholarship and how fraud awareness will help their career
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 20.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Veterans Tuition Awards 2012-2013
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 veterans in obtaining higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be veterans from New York State who have been honorably discharged and served in Indochina between December 22, 1961 and May 7,1975, the Persian Gulf on or after August 2, 1990 or Afghanistan on or after September 11, 2001. Applicants must also have applied for the Tuition Assistant Program if studying full-time, and the Federal Pell Grant whether studying full-time or part-time, unless enrolled in a vocational training program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available from your institution's financial aid office or by phone from HESC.
Albany, NY 12255
Phone: 888-697-4372
Fax:
Email:
http://www.hesc.com
Purpose of award: To assist veterans in obtaining higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be veterans from New York State who have been honorably discharged and served in Indochina between December 22, 1961 and May 7,1975, the Persian Gulf on or after August 2, 1990 or Afghanistan on or after September 11, 2001. Applicants must also have applied for the Tuition Assistant Program if studying full-time, and the Federal Pell Grant whether studying full-time or part-time, unless enrolled in a vocational training program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available from your institution's financial aid office or by phone from HESC.
Virginia High School League Achievement Award 2012-2013
Virginia High School League Foundation 1642 State Farm Boulevard Charlottesville, VA 22911
Phone: 434-977-8475
Fax: 434-977-5943
Email: ktilley@vhsl.org
http://www.vhsl.org
Purpose of award: To support students who have made outstanding achievements in sports, academics or courageousness.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be from a Virginia high school in Group A, AA or AAA. Applicants must show participation in VHSL activities and other school or community activities. They must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phone: 434-977-8475
Fax: 434-977-5943
Email: ktilley@vhsl.org
http://www.vhsl.org
Purpose of award: To support students who have made outstanding achievements in sports, academics or courageousness.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be from a Virginia high school in Group A, AA or AAA. Applicants must show participation in VHSL activities and other school or community activities. They must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Virginia Guaranteed Assistance Program 2012-2013
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 provide a financial incentive for economically disadvantaged students to consider attending college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have graduated from a Virginia high school with at least a 2.5 GPA, and they must be enrolled full-time in a two-year or four-year college in the state. Students must be classified as dependents. Preference will be given to students with the greatest financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
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 provide a financial incentive for economically disadvantaged students to consider attending college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have graduated from a Virginia high school with at least a 2.5 GPA, and they must be enrolled full-time in a two-year or four-year college in the state. Students must be classified as dependents. Preference will be given to students with the greatest financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
Virginia Commonwealth Award Program 2012-2013
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 Virginia students with financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Undergraduate applicants must be admitted to a Virginia public two- or four-year college or university, be enrolled at least half-time, be residents of Virginia, be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and demonstrate financial need. Graduate applicants must be enrolled full-time in an eligible Virginia graduate degree program.
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: Contact your financial aid office.
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 Virginia students with financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Undergraduate applicants must be admitted to a Virginia public two- or four-year college or university, be enrolled at least half-time, be residents of Virginia, be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and demonstrate financial need. Graduate applicants must be enrolled full-time in an eligible Virginia graduate degree program.
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: Contact your financial aid office.
Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant Program (VTAG) 2012-2013
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 Virginia students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Virginia residents and enrolled full-time as undergraduate, graduate or professional students in an eligible private Virginia institution.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$2,600.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online or contact your financial aid office.
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 Virginia students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Virginia residents and enrolled full-time as undergraduate, graduate or professional students in an eligible private Virginia institution.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$2,600.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online or contact your financial aid office.
Virginia High School League Charles E. Savedge Journalism Scholarship 2012-2013
Virginia High School League Foundation
1642 State Farm Boulevard
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Phone: 434-977-8475
Fax: 434-977-5943
Email: ktilley@vhsl.org
http://www.vhsl.org .
Purpose of award: To support student journalists in Virginia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of a high school newspaper, yearbook or other publication. Students must be in their senior year and have plans to study journalism in college.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1642 State Farm Boulevard
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Phone: 434-977-8475
Fax: 434-977-5943
Email: ktilley@vhsl.org
http://www.vhsl.org .
Purpose of award: To support student journalists in Virginia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of a high school newspaper, yearbook or other publication. Students must be in their senior year and have plans to study journalism in college.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Vocational Rehabilitation Program 2012-2013
College Foundation of North Carolina
P.O. Box 41966
Raleigh, NC 27629-1966
Phone: 866-234-6400
Fax: 919-821-3139
Email: programinformation@cfnc.org
http://www.cfnc.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students with mental and physical disabilities that hinder their ability to obtain employment.
Eligibility requirements: The program provides assistance with counseling, job placement and some support services that is not based on financial need. Need is considered for assistance with tuition and fees, transportation and books.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,428.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from your local Vocational Rehabilitation Office or by mail or phone. The website for the office is www.dhhs.state.nc.us/docs/divinfo/dvr.htm.
P.O. Box 41966
Raleigh, NC 27629-1966
Phone: 866-234-6400
Fax: 919-821-3139
Email: programinformation@cfnc.org
http://www.cfnc.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students with mental and physical disabilities that hinder their ability to obtain employment.
Eligibility requirements: The program provides assistance with counseling, job placement and some support services that is not based on financial need. Need is considered for assistance with tuition and fees, transportation and books.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,428.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from your local Vocational Rehabilitation Office or by mail or phone. The website for the office is www.dhhs.state.nc.us/docs/divinfo/dvr.htm.
Washington College Bound Scholarship 2012-2013
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 provide an incentive for students and their families who might not consider college due to financial concerns.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Washington students in the seventh or eighth grades who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and they must sign a pledge to participate in the program. The student's family income must be 65 percent or less of the state's median income when he or she graduates high school, and his or her GPA must be 2.0 or higher, in order for him or her to receive the scholarship.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: Tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 provide an incentive for students and their families who might not consider college due to financial concerns.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Washington students in the seventh or eighth grades who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and they must sign a pledge to participate in the program. The student's family income must be 65 percent or less of the state's median income when he or she graduates high school, and his or her GPA must be 2.0 or higher, in order for him or her to receive the scholarship.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: Tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Wachovia Citizenship Scholarship 2012-2013
Virginia Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218
Phone: 804-225-3349
Fax: 804-371-2456
Email: joseph.wharff@doe.virginia.gov
http://www.pen.k12.va.us
Purpose of award: To assist high school seniors in paying for higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors at Virginia High School League A, M, or AAA schools. Students must demonstrate outstanding citizenship.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone at (434) 977- 8475.
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218
Phone: 804-225-3349
Fax: 804-371-2456
Email: joseph.wharff@doe.virginia.gov
http://www.pen.k12.va.us
Purpose of award: To assist high school seniors in paying for higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors at Virginia High School League A, M, or AAA schools. Students must demonstrate outstanding citizenship.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone at (434) 977- 8475.
W.P. Black Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
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 aid West Virginia students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of West Virginia who are full-time students, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, have a minimum ACT score of 20, be of good moral character and demonstrate significant financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 114. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 aid West Virginia students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of West Virginia who are full-time students, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, have a minimum ACT score of 20, be of good moral character and demonstrate significant financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 114. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Roiling Stone Annual College Journalism Competition 2012-2013
Rolling Stone
College Journalism Competition
1290 Avenue of the Americas, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10104
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.rollingstone.com
Purpose of award: To reward outstanding college journalism in the fields of entertainment reporting, feature writing and essays and criticism.
Eligibility requirements: Awards are available in the categories of entertainment reporting, feature writing and essays and criticism. Applicants must submit a piece published between June 1 and May 30 of the current school year in a college student newspaper or magazine. Applicants must have been full- or part-time students at the time the entries were published. Only one entry is allowed per category, but students may submit to more than one category. Each entry must be submitted separately with a completed entry form, and the submitted piece must be a tearsheet from the magazine or newspaper with the date of publication shown.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
College Journalism Competition
1290 Avenue of the Americas, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10104
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.rollingstone.com
Purpose of award: To reward outstanding college journalism in the fields of entertainment reporting, feature writing and essays and criticism.
Eligibility requirements: Awards are available in the categories of entertainment reporting, feature writing and essays and criticism. Applicants must submit a piece published between June 1 and May 30 of the current school year in a college student newspaper or magazine. Applicants must have been full- or part-time students at the time the entries were published. Only one entry is allowed per category, but students may submit to more than one category. Each entry must be submitted separately with a completed entry form, and the submitted piece must be a tearsheet from the magazine or newspaper with the date of publication shown.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Washington State Achievers Program 2012-2013
College Success Foundation
1605 NW Sammamish Road
Suite 100
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: 425-416-2000
Fax: 425-416-2001
Email: info@collegesuccessfoundation.org
http://www.collegesuccessfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students in high schools serving large low-income populations in Washington state, encouraging these high schools to raise efforts to improve academic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a junior or senior in high school at a foundation-designated Achievers high school in Washington state, have a family income that is in the lowest 35 percent of Washington state's family income level, and plan to enroll in a Washington public or independent college for at least two years of their college education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at the selected high schools and on the Washington Education Foundation's website at http://www. waedfoundation.org.
1605 NW Sammamish Road
Suite 100
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: 425-416-2000
Fax: 425-416-2001
Email: info@collegesuccessfoundation.org
http://www.collegesuccessfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to students in high schools serving large low-income populations in Washington state, encouraging these high schools to raise efforts to improve academic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a junior or senior in high school at a foundation-designated Achievers high school in Washington state, have a family income that is in the lowest 35 percent of Washington state's family income level, and plan to enroll in a Washington public or independent college for at least two years of their college education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at the selected high schools and on the Washington Education Foundation's website at http://www. waedfoundation.org.
Washington Scholars Grant Program 2012-2013
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 assist Washington high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Washington high school seniors planning to enroll in an eligible Washington college or university. Selection is based on academic achievements, leadership and community activities.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Students are nominated by their high schools.
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 assist Washington high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Washington high school seniors planning to enroll in an eligible Washington college or university. Selection is based on academic achievements, leadership and community activities.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Students are nominated by their high schools.
Washington Oratorical Contest 2012-2013
American Legion, Department of Washington P.O. Box 3917
Lacey, WA 98509
Phone: 360-491-4373
Fax: 360-491-7442
Email: americanismchairman@americanism-alwa.org
http://www.americanism-alwa.org
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: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Application information is available online.
Lacey, WA 98509
Phone: 360-491-4373
Fax: 360-491-7442
Email: americanismchairman@americanism-alwa.org
http://www.americanism-alwa.org
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: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Application information is available online.
Wilder- Naifeh Technical Skills Grant 2012-2013
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation
404 James Robertson Parkway
Suite 1510, Parkway Towers
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: 800-342-1663
Fax: 615-741-6101
Email: tsac.aidinfo@state.tn.us
http://www.collegepaystn.com
Purpose of award: To support students enrolled in Tennessee Technology Centers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants cannot be prior recipients of the . Wilder-Naifeh Grant or the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship. Students must be Tennessee residents for at least one year prior to the beginning of the school term. A list of Tennessee Technology Centers is available online.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications are available through completion of the FAFSA.
404 James Robertson Parkway
Suite 1510, Parkway Towers
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: 800-342-1663
Fax: 615-741-6101
Email: tsac.aidinfo@state.tn.us
http://www.collegepaystn.com
Purpose of award: To support students enrolled in Tennessee Technology Centers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants cannot be prior recipients of the . Wilder-Naifeh Grant or the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship. Students must be Tennessee residents for at least one year prior to the beginning of the school term. A list of Tennessee Technology Centers is available online.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications are available through completion of the FAFSA.
Washington State PTA Financial Grant 2012-2013
Washington State PTA
2003 65th Avenue West
Tacoma, WA 98466-6215
Phone: 253-565-2153
Fax:
Email: wapta@wastatepta.org
http://www.wastatepta.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to graduates of Washington public high schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must meet maximum household income requirements and be entering their freshman year of college. Academic performance and community service are also considered.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
2003 65th Avenue West
Tacoma, WA 98466-6215
Phone: 253-565-2153
Fax:
Email: wapta@wastatepta.org
http://www.wastatepta.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to graduates of Washington public high schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must meet maximum household income requirements and be entering their freshman year of college. Academic performance and community service are also considered.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
William D. Squires Scholarship 2012-2013
William D. Squires Educational Foundation
p. O. Box 2940
Jupiter, FL 33468-2940
Phone: 561-741-7751
Fax:
Email: wmdsquires@comcast.net
http://www.wmd-squires-foundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to needy Ohio students with specific career goals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Ohio high school seniors with demonstrated financial need who have specific career goals and are highly motivated. They must plan to enroll in a degree, diploma or certificate program at an accredited college or university, and they must have a minimum GPA of 3.2.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 12. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 5.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
p. O. Box 2940
Jupiter, FL 33468-2940
Phone: 561-741-7751
Fax:
Email: wmdsquires@comcast.net
http://www.wmd-squires-foundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to needy Ohio students with specific career goals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Ohio high school seniors with demonstrated financial need who have specific career goals and are highly motivated. They must plan to enroll in a degree, diploma or certificate program at an accredited college or university, and they must have a minimum GPA of 3.2.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 12. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 5.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
William A. and Vinnie E. Dexter Scholarship 2012-2013
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@communityfoundation.org
http://www.communityfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To help graduating high school seniors in western Massachusetts.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must plan to attend college part¬-time or full-time. Application forms, transcripts and Student Aid Reports (from completing the FAFSA) are required.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online and by phone.
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115
Phone: 413-732-2858
Fax: 413-733-8565
Email: scholar@communityfoundation.org
http://www.communityfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To help graduating high school seniors in western Massachusetts.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must plan to attend college part¬-time or full-time. Application forms, transcripts and Student Aid Reports (from completing the FAFSA) are required.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online and by phone.
William P. Willis Scholarship Program 2012-2013
Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education
655 Research Parkway, Suite 200
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Phone: 800-858-1840
Fax: 405-225-9230
Email: studentinfo@osrhe.edu
http://www.okhighered.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to low-income students attending institutions in the Oklahoma State system.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Oklahoma residents who are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program at an Oklahoma State System institution. They must also meet low-income criteria.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to full tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Students must be nominated by their college's president.
655 Research Parkway, Suite 200
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Phone: 800-858-1840
Fax: 405-225-9230
Email: studentinfo@osrhe.edu
http://www.okhighered.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to low-income students attending institutions in the Oklahoma State system.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Oklahoma residents who are enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program at an Oklahoma State System institution. They must also meet low-income criteria.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to full tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Students must be nominated by their college's president.
William l. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access Grant 2012-2013
Florida Department of Education Office of Student Financial Assistance 1940 N. Monroe Street
Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@fldoe.org
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Purpose of award: Provides monetary assistance to Florida undergraduate college students enrolled at eligible, private, non-profit Florida schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend an eligible private, nonprofit Florida college or university, be Florida residents and not be in default on any state or federal grant, loan or scholarship. Requirements vary by institution.
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.
Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@fldoe.org
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Purpose of award: Provides monetary assistance to Florida undergraduate college students enrolled at eligible, private, non-profit Florida schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend an eligible private, nonprofit Florida college or university, be Florida residents and not be in default on any state or federal grant, loan or scholarship. Requirements vary by institution.
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.
Wisconsin National Guard Scholarships 2012-2013
Department of Military Affairs
WING-SBF
P.O. Box 14587
Madison, WI 53708-14587
Phone: 800-292-9464
Fax: 608-242-3154
Email: education@wi.ngb.army.mil
http://www.wisconsinguard.com
Purpose of award: To help Wisconsin National Guard members with their education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Wisconsin National Guard enlisted members and warrant officers in good standing who do not have a bachelor's degree. Recipients may use the grant at any campus of the University of Wisconsin System, a public institution of higher education under the Minnesota-Wisconsin student reciprocity agreement, or an accredited institution of higher education in Wisconsin.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
WING-SBF
P.O. Box 14587
Madison, WI 53708-14587
Phone: 800-292-9464
Fax: 608-242-3154
Email: education@wi.ngb.army.mil
http://www.wisconsinguard.com
Purpose of award: To help Wisconsin National Guard members with their education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Wisconsin National Guard enlisted members and warrant officers in good standing who do not have a bachelor's degree. Recipients may use the grant at any campus of the University of Wisconsin System, a public institution of higher education under the Minnesota-Wisconsin student reciprocity agreement, or an accredited institution of higher education in Wisconsin.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Schwan's Food Service Scholarship 2012-2013
Child Nutrition Foundation
Scholarship Committee
700 S. Washington Street, Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-739-3900
Fax:
Email: jcurtis@schoolnutrition.org
http://www.schoolnutrition.org
Purpose of award: To support those entering the school foodservice industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants or parents of applicants must be School Nutrition Association members for at least one year and be pursuing a field of study related to school foodservice.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Tuition, fees and books.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Ap.ril15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scholarship Committee
700 S. Washington Street, Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-739-3900
Fax:
Email: jcurtis@schoolnutrition.org
http://www.schoolnutrition.org
Purpose of award: To support those entering the school foodservice industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants or parents of applicants must be School Nutrition Association members for at least one year and be pursuing a field of study related to school foodservice.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Tuition, fees and books.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Ap.ril15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Wisconsin Foundation for Independent Colleges Scholarship 2012-2013
Wisconsin Foundation for Independent Colleges 4425 North Port Washington Road
Suite 402
Glendale, WI 53212
Phone: 414-273-5980
Fax:
Email: wfic@wficweb.org
http://www.wficweb.org
Purpose of award: To support students who are attending private colleges in Wisconsin.
Eligibility requirements: Students must meet various college-specific requirements for each scholarship including residency, GPA and area of study.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
Suite 402
Glendale, WI 53212
Phone: 414-273-5980
Fax:
Email: wfic@wficweb.org
http://www.wficweb.org
Purpose of award: To support students who are attending private colleges in Wisconsin.
Eligibility requirements: Students must meet various college-specific requirements for each scholarship including residency, GPA and area of study.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.
WSTLA President's Scholarship 2012-2013
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
1809 7th Avenue # 1500
Seattle, WA 98101-1328
Phone: 206-464-1011
Fax: 206-464-0703
Email: wstla@wstla.org
http://www.wstla.org
Purpose of award: To provide assistance to needy Washington students who have overcome challenges.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Washington state who are attending high school at the time of application and have achieved advanced placement toward a degree. They must have financial need, and they must have overcome a disability, handicap or similar challenge. They must plan to use their education to help people.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 21.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1809 7th Avenue # 1500
Seattle, WA 98101-1328
Phone: 206-464-1011
Fax: 206-464-0703
Email: wstla@wstla.org
http://www.wstla.org
Purpose of award: To provide assistance to needy Washington students who have overcome challenges.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Washington state who are attending high school at the time of application and have achieved advanced placement toward a degree. They must have financial need, and they must have overcome a disability, handicap or similar challenge. They must plan to use their education to help people.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 21.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Wisconsin Oratorical Contest 2012-2013
American Legion, Department of Wisconsin 2930 American Legion Drive
P.O. Box 388
Portage, WI 53901
Phone: 608-745-1090
Fax: 608-745-0179
Email: info@wilegion.org
http://www.wilegion.org
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: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 3.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Post.
P.O. Box 388
Portage, WI 53901
Phone: 608-745-1090
Fax: 608-745-0179
Email: info@wilegion.org
http://www.wilegion.org
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: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 3.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Post.
Eugene C. Beach Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
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 outstanding academic achievement and leadership within the chapter, campus and community.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $400.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 outstanding academic achievement and leadership within the chapter, campus and community.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $400.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Zagunis Student Leader Scholarship 2012-2013
National Association for Campus Activities
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212
Phone: 803-732-6222
Fax: 803-749-1047
Email: info@naca.org
http://www.naca.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to student leaders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold a significant campus leadership position, demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities and make significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering. Students must attend school in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia or Western Pennsylvania.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
13 Harbison Way
Columbia, SC 29212
Phone: 803-732-6222
Fax: 803-749-1047
Email: info@naca.org
http://www.naca.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to student leaders.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold a significant campus leadership position, demonstrate significant leadership skills and abilities and make significant contributions through on- or off-campus volunteering. Students must attend school in Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia or Western Pennsylvania.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
You've Got a Friend In Pennsylvania Scholarship 2012-2013
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 support Pennsylvania students who are involved in amateur radio.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an amateur radio license in General Class or higher and an active American Radio Relay League membership.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Newington, CT 06111
Phone: 860-594-0397
Fax: 860-594-0259
Email: foundation@arrl.org
http://www.arrl.org
Purpose of award: To support Pennsylvania students who are involved in amateur radio.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an amateur radio license in General Class or higher and an active American Radio Relay League membership.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scripps Howard Top Ten Scholarship 2012-2013
Scripps Howard Foundation
Top Ten Scholarship
P.O. Box 5380 Cincinnati, OH 45201
Phone: 513-977-3035
Fax: 513-977-3800
Email: vlmartin@scripps.com
http://www.scripps.com
Purpose of award: To recognize the top journalism students in the country.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants are nominated by their college and must be full-time college students entering their junior or senior year and studying journalism. Selection is based on academic achievement, commitment to a career journalism and essay.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by request.
Top Ten Scholarship
P.O. Box 5380 Cincinnati, OH 45201
Phone: 513-977-3035
Fax: 513-977-3800
Email: vlmartin@scripps.com
http://www.scripps.com
Purpose of award: To recognize the top journalism students in the country.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants are nominated by their college and must be full-time college students entering their junior or senior year and studying journalism. Selection is based on academic achievement, commitment to a career journalism and essay.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 10.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by request.
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013
Cystic Fibrosis Scholarship Foundation
1555 Sherman Avenue #116
Evanston, IL 60201
Phone: 847-328-0127
Fax: 847-328-0127
Email: mkbcfsf@aol.com
http://www.cfscholarship.org
Purpose of award: To aid to students with cystic fibrosis.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college undergraduates who have cystic fibrosis. Recipients are chosen on the basis of academic achievement, leadership skills and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 8.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1555 Sherman Avenue #116
Evanston, IL 60201
Phone: 847-328-0127
Fax: 847-328-0127
Email: mkbcfsf@aol.com
http://www.cfscholarship.org
Purpose of award: To aid to students with cystic fibrosis.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college undergraduates who have cystic fibrosis. Recipients are chosen on the basis of academic achievement, leadership skills and financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 8.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Sheryl A. Horak Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Explorers Learning for Life
P.O. Box 152079
Irving, TX 75015
Phone: 972-580-2433
Fax: 972-580-2137
Email: pchesrnu@lflmail.org
http://www.learningforlife.org/exploring
Purpose of award: To support students who are pursuing careers in law enforcement.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be in their senior year of high school, and they must be members of a Law Enforcement Explorer post. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and an essay.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 152079
Irving, TX 75015
Phone: 972-580-2433
Fax: 972-580-2137
Email: pchesrnu@lflmail.org
http://www.learningforlife.org/exploring
Purpose of award: To support students who are pursuing careers in law enforcement.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be in their senior year of high school, and they must be members of a Law Enforcement Explorer post. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and an essay.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SEMA Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Specialty Equipment Market Association 1575 S. Valley Vista Drive
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Phone: 909-396-0289
Fax: 909-860-0184
Email: education@sema.org
http://www.sema.org
Purpose of award: To support the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must show financial need, have a minimum 2.0 GPA, pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket or related field and be U.S. citizens. For the scholarship that is a minimum of $1,500: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a four-year degree or graduate level program at a college and complete a minimum of 60 hours credit or be juniors or seniors at the time of scholarship application. For the $1,000 scholarship: Applicants can also be in a two-year community college or vocational-technical program and have completed a minimum of 30 hours of credit or be sophomores at the time of the scholarship application.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $1,000-$1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Phone: 909-396-0289
Fax: 909-860-0184
Email: education@sema.org
http://www.sema.org
Purpose of award: To support the education of students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must show financial need, have a minimum 2.0 GPA, pursue a career in the automotive aftermarket or related field and be U.S. citizens. For the scholarship that is a minimum of $1,500: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a four-year degree or graduate level program at a college and complete a minimum of 60 hours credit or be juniors or seniors at the time of scholarship application. For the $1,000 scholarship: Applicants can also be in a two-year community college or vocational-technical program and have completed a minimum of 30 hours of credit or be sophomores at the time of the scholarship application.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $1,000-$1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Shields-Gillespie Scholarship 2012-2013
American Orff-Schulwerk Association (AOSA) P.O. Box 391089
Cleveland, OH 44139-8089
Phone: 440-543-5366
Fax:
Email: info@aosa.org
http://www.aosa.org
Purpose of award: To assist pre-K and kindergarten teachers with program funding, including instruments and training.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a member of AOSA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have lived in the United States for the past five years. Programs should focus on music/movement learning.
Target applicant: 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 for AOSA members.
Cleveland, OH 44139-8089
Phone: 440-543-5366
Fax:
Email: info@aosa.org
http://www.aosa.org
Purpose of award: To assist pre-K and kindergarten teachers with program funding, including instruments and training.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a member of AOSA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have lived in the United States for the past five years. Programs should focus on music/movement learning.
Target applicant: 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 for AOSA members.
AMCA Music Scholarship 2012-2013
Associated Male Choruses of America Robert H. Torborg, Scholarship Chair P.O. Box 342
Cold Spring, MN 56320
Phone: 320-685-3848
Fax:
Email: scholarship@amcofa.net
http://www.amcofa.net
Purpose of award: To promote the study of chorus and music studies in college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students obtaining their bachelor's degree in a music-related field (with preference given to voice or choral concentrations) and be sponsored by a chorus of the Associated Male Choruses of America. Applicants must submit references and a personal letter.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March l.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by contacting your local AMCA chorus.
Cold Spring, MN 56320
Phone: 320-685-3848
Fax:
Email: scholarship@amcofa.net
http://www.amcofa.net
Purpose of award: To promote the study of chorus and music studies in college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students obtaining their bachelor's degree in a music-related field (with preference given to voice or choral concentrations) and be sponsored by a chorus of the Associated Male Choruses of America. Applicants must submit references and a personal letter.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March l.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by contacting your local AMCA chorus.
SLA Scholarship 2012-2013
Special Libraries Association 331 S. Patrick Street Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-647-4900
Fax: 703-647-4901
Email: sla@sla.org
http://www.sla.org
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue careers in special librarianship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college graduates or college seniors with an interest in special librarianship who are admitted by a recognized library school or information science program and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to SLA members and those who show an interest in special library work.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phone: 703-647-4900
Fax: 703-647-4901
Email: sla@sla.org
http://www.sla.org
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue careers in special librarianship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college graduates or college seniors with an interest in special librarianship who are admitted by a recognized library school or information science program and demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to SLA members and those who show an interest in special library work.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $6,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SPS Future Teacher Scholarship 2012-2013
Society of Physics Students
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301-209-3007
Fax: 301-209-0839
Email: sps@aip.org
http://www.spsnational.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships to physics majors who are participating in a teacher education program and who intend to pursue a career in physics education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of SPS and intend to pursue a career in teaching physics. Students must be undergraduate physics majors, at least in their junior year of study at the time of application.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or from chapter advisors.
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301-209-3007
Fax: 301-209-0839
Email: sps@aip.org
http://www.spsnational.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships to physics majors who are participating in a teacher education program and who intend to pursue a career in physics education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of SPS and intend to pursue a career in teaching physics. Students must be undergraduate physics majors, at least in their junior year of study at the time of application.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online or from chapter advisors.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Composites Division/Harold Giles Scholarship 2012-2013
Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid undergraduate and graduate students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid undergraduate and graduate students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Collins Scholarship 2012-2013
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 fund graduate and post-doctoral study in the prevention and cure of autism.
Eligibility requirements: ASA members must submit nominations, and preference is given to students who are ASA members. Accomplishments must have been achieved within the previous year.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 14.
How to apply: Applications available online.
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 fund graduate and post-doctoral study in the prevention and cure of autism.
Eligibility requirements: ASA members must submit nominations, and preference is given to students who are ASA members. Accomplishments must have been achieved within the previous year.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 14.
How to apply: Applications available online.
D.W. Simpson Actuarial Science Scholarship 2012-2013
D.W. Simpson and Company
1800 Larchmont Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613
Phone: 800-837-8338
Fax: 312-951-8386
Email: actuaries@dwsimpson.com
http://www.dwsimpson.com/scholar.htrnl
Purpose of award: To assist college students interested in an actuarial science career.
Eligibility requirements: Eligible students must be college seniors majoring in actuarial science who are eligible to work in the U.S. and have taken and passed a minimum of one actuarial examination.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 30 and October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1800 Larchmont Avenue
Chicago, IL 60613
Phone: 800-837-8338
Fax: 312-951-8386
Email: actuaries@dwsimpson.com
http://www.dwsimpson.com/scholar.htrnl
Purpose of award: To assist college students interested in an actuarial science career.
Eligibility requirements: Eligible students must be college seniors majoring in actuarial science who are eligible to work in the U.S. and have taken and passed a minimum of one actuarial examination.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 30 and October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Corrosion Division Morris Cohen Graduate Student Award 2012-2013
Electrochemical Society
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To recognize graduate research in corrosion science and/or engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students who have completed all the requirements for their degrees within two years prior to the nomination deadline. Nomination may be made by the applicant's research supervisor or someone familiar with the applicant's research work. A summary of the applicant's master's or Ph.D. research work, reports, memberships and involvement with scientific societies, awards, an academic record and reprints of publications are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Application materials are listed online.
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To recognize graduate research in corrosion science and/or engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students who have completed all the requirements for their degrees within two years prior to the nomination deadline. Nomination may be made by the applicant's research supervisor or someone familiar with the applicant's research work. A summary of the applicant's master's or Ph.D. research work, reports, memberships and involvement with scientific societies, awards, an academic record and reprints of publications are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Application materials are listed online.
Continuing Education Award 2012-2013
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) Foundation
2920 Brandywine Road Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30341
Phone: 770-455-7757
Fax: 770-455-7271
Email: ann@aaohn.org
http://www.aaohn.org
Purpose of award: To support the continuing education of occupational and environmental health professionals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be employed in the field of occupational and environmental health nursing and demonstrate an interest in occupational and environmental health. A narrative, a letter of support from the employer and material describing the continuing education activity are required. This scholarship is for continuing education activities not tuition for an academic program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 13.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
2920 Brandywine Road Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30341
Phone: 770-455-7757
Fax: 770-455-7271
Email: ann@aaohn.org
http://www.aaohn.org
Purpose of award: To support the continuing education of occupational and environmental health professionals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be employed in the field of occupational and environmental health nursing and demonstrate an interest in occupational and environmental health. A narrative, a letter of support from the employer and material describing the continuing education activity are required. This scholarship is for continuing education activities not tuition for an academic program.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 13.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Edna Meudt Memorial Award and the Florence Kahn Memorial Award 2012-2013
National Federation of State Poetry Societies
NFSPS College/University-Level Competition
N. Colwell Snell
P.O. Box 520698
Salt Lake City, UT 84152
Phone: 801-484-3113
Fax:
Email: SBSenior@juno.com
http://www.nfsps.com
Purpose of award: To recognize the importance of poetry on the nation's culture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants can be college students at any level.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
NFSPS College/University-Level Competition
N. Colwell Snell
P.O. Box 520698
Salt Lake City, UT 84152
Phone: 801-484-3113
Fax:
Email: SBSenior@juno.com
http://www.nfsps.com
Purpose of award: To recognize the importance of poetry on the nation's culture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants can be college students at any level.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Dade-Behring/Coordinating Council on the Clinical Laboratory Workforce Scholarship 2012-2013
American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
6701 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 300
Bethesda, MD 20817
Phone: 301-657-2768
Fax: 301-657-2909
Email: ascls@ascls.org
http://www.ascls.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in the second year of a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLTIMLT) program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLTIMLT) program and planning to complete their final year of study by the end of the following August. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 50.
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
6701 Democracy Boulevard, Suite 300
Bethesda, MD 20817
Phone: 301-657-2768
Fax: 301-657-2909
Email: ascls@ascls.org
http://www.ascls.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in the second year of a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLTIMLT) program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a NAACLS-accredited Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLTIMLT) program and planning to complete their final year of study by the end of the following August. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 50.
Deadline: October 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
David Arver Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.
Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship 2012-2013
National Air Transportation Foundation Meisinger Scholarship 4226 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
Phone: 703-845-9000
Fax: 703-845-8176
Email:
http://www.nata.aero
Purpose of award: To provide an annual flight training scholarship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an aviation program with a B or better GPA and be a resident of Kansas, Missouri or Illinois. Students should be recommended by an aviation professional; independent applications are also considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday in November.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Alexandria, VA 22302
Phone: 703-845-9000
Fax: 703-845-8176
Email:
http://www.nata.aero
Purpose of award: To provide an annual flight training scholarship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an aviation program with a B or better GPA and be a resident of Kansas, Missouri or Illinois. Students should be recommended by an aviation professional; independent applications are also considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday in November.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Delta Faucet Company Scholarships 2012-2013
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association P.O. Box 6808
Falls Church, VA 22040
Phone: 800-533-7694
Fax: 703-237-7442
Email: naphcc@naphcc.org
http://www.phccweb.org
Purpose of award: To elevate the technical and business competence of the plumbing-heating-cooling (p-h-c) industry by awarding scholarships to students who are enrolled in a p-h-c-related major.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students who currently are or will be enrolled in a p-h-c-related major at an accredited four-year college or university or two-year technical college, community college or trade school. Applicants must be sponsored by an active member of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association who has maintained that status for at least the two-year period prior to the date of the application.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by email or phone.
Falls Church, VA 22040
Phone: 800-533-7694
Fax: 703-237-7442
Email: naphcc@naphcc.org
http://www.phccweb.org
Purpose of award: To elevate the technical and business competence of the plumbing-heating-cooling (p-h-c) industry by awarding scholarships to students who are enrolled in a p-h-c-related major.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be students who currently are or will be enrolled in a p-h-c-related major at an accredited four-year college or university or two-year technical college, community college or trade school. Applicants must be sponsored by an active member of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association who has maintained that status for at least the two-year period prior to the date of the application.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 6.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by email or phone.
David S. Bruce Awards for Excellence In Undergraduate Research 2012-2013
American Physiological Society
Education Office
9650 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20814-3991
Phone: 301-634-7787
Fax: 301-634-7241
Email: education@the-aps.org
http://www.the-aps.org
Purpose of award: To award undergraduate students for excellence in experimental biology research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate at time of application and at time of meeting. Students must be first authors of the abstract and must be working with an APS member who will confirm the authorship. Applicants must submit a one-page paper discussing research and career plans and an abstract to be reviewed by a committee at the annual Experimental Biology meeting.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Education Office
9650 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20814-3991
Phone: 301-634-7787
Fax: 301-634-7241
Email: education@the-aps.org
http://www.the-aps.org
Purpose of award: To award undergraduate students for excellence in experimental biology research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate at time of application and at time of meeting. Students must be first authors of the abstract and must be working with an APS member who will confirm the authorship. Applicants must submit a one-page paper discussing research and career plans and an abstract to be reviewed by a committee at the annual Experimental Biology meeting.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Don King Student Fellowship 2012-2013
Huntington's Disease Society of America
505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 800-345-4372
Fax: 212-239-3430
Email: rgraze@hdsa.org
http://www.hdsa.org
Purpose of award: To sponsor Huntington's Disease research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current undergraduate life science or pre-medical students or first-year medical students attending accredited institutions in the United States where HDSA sponsors HD research. Recipients will conduct full-time research for 10 weeks. A letter of support and project plan are required. The award is based on academic achievement, scientific merit of the project and the relevancy to HD.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email, by mail or online.
505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 800-345-4372
Fax: 212-239-3430
Email: rgraze@hdsa.org
http://www.hdsa.org
Purpose of award: To sponsor Huntington's Disease research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be current undergraduate life science or pre-medical students or first-year medical students attending accredited institutions in the United States where HDSA sponsors HD research. Recipients will conduct full-time research for 10 weeks. A letter of support and project plan are required. The award is based on academic achievement, scientific merit of the project and the relevancy to HD.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email, by mail or online.
Doctoral Scholars Forgivable Loan Program 2012-2013
Society of Automotive Engineers
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096
Phone: 724-776-4841
Fax: 724-776-5760
Email: connie@sae.org
http://www.sae.org
Purpose of award: To provide funding to assist promising engineering graduate students to pursue careers in teaching at the college level.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an engineering program and have been admitted to a doctoral program with the purpose of teaching engineering at the college level. Selection is based on scholastic achievement, desire to teach, interest in mobility technology and support of the SAE Collegiate Chapter Faculty advisor.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096
Phone: 724-776-4841
Fax: 724-776-5760
Email: connie@sae.org
http://www.sae.org
Purpose of award: To provide funding to assist promising engineering graduate students to pursue careers in teaching at the college level.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an engineering program and have been admitted to a doctoral program with the purpose of teaching engineering at the college level. Selection is based on scholastic achievement, desire to teach, interest in mobility technology and support of the SAE Collegiate Chapter Faculty advisor.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Denny Lydic Scholarship 2012-2013
Transportation Clubs International Scholarships Attn.: Bill Blair
Zimmer Worldwide Logistics 15710 JFK Boulevard Houston, TX 77032
Phone: 877-858-8627
Fax:
Email: bblair@zimmerworldwide.com
http://www.transportationclubsinternational.com
Purpose of award: To support students in the field of transportation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning in a vocational or degree program in the fields of transportation, logistics or traffic management. The awards are based upon scholastic ability, potential, professional interest and character. Financial need is also considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Zimmer Worldwide Logistics 15710 JFK Boulevard Houston, TX 77032
Phone: 877-858-8627
Fax:
Email: bblair@zimmerworldwide.com
http://www.transportationclubsinternational.com
Purpose of award: To support students in the field of transportation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning in a vocational or degree program in the fields of transportation, logistics or traffic management. The awards are based upon scholastic ability, potential, professional interest and character. Financial need is also considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Donald F. and Mildred Topp Othmer Foundation 2012-2013
American Institute of Chemical Engineers - (AIChE) 3 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-591-7634
Fax: 212-591-8890
Email: awards@aiche.org
http://www.aiche.org
Purpose of award: To support AIChE student members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of an AIChE Student Chapter or Chemical Engineering Club. Applicants must be nominated by their student chapter advisors. Awards are presented on the basis of academic achievement and involvement in student chapter activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 15.
Deadline: May 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-591-7634
Fax: 212-591-8890
Email: awards@aiche.org
http://www.aiche.org
Purpose of award: To support AIChE student members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of an AIChE Student Chapter or Chemical Engineering Club. Applicants must be nominated by their student chapter advisors. Awards are presented on the basis of academic achievement and involvement in student chapter activities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 15.
Deadline: May 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Donald Burnside Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
AOPA Air Safety Foundation
421 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-695-2000
Fax: 301-695-2375
Email: aopahq@aopa.org
http://www.aopa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in non-engineering aviation programs
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors or seniors and have at least one semester or quarter to be completed, have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be enrolled in a baccalaureate level, non¬engineering aviation degree program at a four-year institution. Applicants must also submit an essay on a topic provided on the website.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
421 Aviation Way
Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-695-2000
Fax: 301-695-2375
Email: aopahq@aopa.org
http://www.aopa.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in non-engineering aviation programs
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors or seniors and have at least one semester or quarter to be completed, have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be enrolled in a baccalaureate level, non¬engineering aviation degree program at a four-year institution. Applicants must also submit an essay on a topic provided on the website.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
FFTA Scholarship Competition 2012-2013
Flexographic Technical Association
900 Marconi Avenue
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Phone: 631-737-6020
Fax: 631-737-6813
Email: education@flexography.org
http://www.flexography.org
Purpose of award: To advance the state of the flexographic industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate interest in a career in f1exography and must be high school seniors with plans to attend a post-secondary institution or be presently enrolled at a post-secondary institution offering a course of study in f1exography. Applicants must exhibit exemplary performance in their studies, particularly in the area of graphic communications and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 19. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 11.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
900 Marconi Avenue
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Phone: 631-737-6020
Fax: 631-737-6813
Email: education@flexography.org
http://www.flexography.org
Purpose of award: To advance the state of the flexographic industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate interest in a career in f1exography and must be high school seniors with plans to attend a post-secondary institution or be presently enrolled at a post-secondary institution offering a course of study in f1exography. Applicants must exhibit exemplary performance in their studies, particularly in the area of graphic communications and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 19. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 11.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Dorothy Budnek Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
American Radiological Nurses Association
7794 Grow Drive
Pensacola, FL 32514
Phone: 866-486-2762
Fax: 850-484-8762
Email: arna@puetzamc.com
http://www.arna.net
Purpose of award: To help ARNA members continue their nursing education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of the American Radiological Nurses Association for three years, have a current nursing license and be enrolled in an approved academic program. Students should submit the application, a statement of purpose, two recommendation letters, a transcript which shows a minimum 2.5 GPA, a statement of financial support and a copy of the nursing license.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
7794 Grow Drive
Pensacola, FL 32514
Phone: 866-486-2762
Fax: 850-484-8762
Email: arna@puetzamc.com
http://www.arna.net
Purpose of award: To help ARNA members continue their nursing education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active members of the American Radiological Nurses Association for three years, have a current nursing license and be enrolled in an approved academic program. Students should submit the application, a statement of purpose, two recommendation letters, a transcript which shows a minimum 2.5 GPA, a statement of financial support and a copy of the nursing license.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Dutch and Ginger Arver Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in avionics or aircraft repair.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information
4217 South Hocker
Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in avionics or aircraft repair.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information
Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Award 2012-2013
American Vacuum Society
120 Wall Street, 32nd Floor
New York, NY 10005-3993
Phone: 212-248-0200
Fax: 212-248-0245
Email: angela@avs.org
http://www.avs.org
Purpose of award: To recognize excellence in continuing graduate studies in the sciences and technologies related to AVS.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students in an accredited academic institution. An application, summary of research, letters of recommendation and transcript are required. The award is based on achievement in research and academic record. The top five student nominees are invited to present talks on their research to the trustees at the international symposium. The trustees then select one recipient for the Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Award. The award covers travel expenses to the symposium.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
120 Wall Street, 32nd Floor
New York, NY 10005-3993
Phone: 212-248-0200
Fax: 212-248-0245
Email: angela@avs.org
http://www.avs.org
Purpose of award: To recognize excellence in continuing graduate studies in the sciences and technologies related to AVS.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students in an accredited academic institution. An application, summary of research, letters of recommendation and transcript are required. The award is based on achievement in research and academic record. The top five student nominees are invited to present talks on their research to the trustees at the international symposium. The trustees then select one recipient for the Dorothy M. and Earl S. Hoffman Award. The award covers travel expenses to the symposium.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
E.J. Sierieja Memorial Fellowship 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award graduate students pursuing advanced studies in the area of transportation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students, majoring in transportation and active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need. Preference is given to students focusing on rail transportation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award graduate students pursuing advanced studies in the area of transportation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time graduate students, majoring in transportation and active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need. Preference is given to students focusing on rail transportation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
Dwight D. Gardner Scholarship 2012-2013
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award undergraduate members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students . enrolled in a college in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, major in industrial engineering and be active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
3577 Parkway Lane
Suite 200
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone: 800-494-0460
Fax: 770-441-3295
Email: bcameron@iienet.org
http://www.iienet.org/studentcenter
Purpose of award: To award undergraduate members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students . enrolled in a college in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, major in industrial engineering and be active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.
ENA Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship 2012-2013
Emergency Nurses Association
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: To promote research and education in emergency care.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing baccalaureate degrees in nursing and must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying. Selection is based on application, statement of goals, references and transcript.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 7.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
915 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Phone: 847-460-4100
Fax: 847-460-4004
Email: foundation@ena.org
http://www.ena.org
Purpose of award: To promote research and education in emergency care.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nurses pursuing baccalaureate degrees in nursing and must have been ENA members for at least 12 months before applying. Selection is based on application, statement of goals, references and transcript.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 7.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Nursing Scholarship Fund 2012-2013
American Legion
Attn.: Americanism and Children and Youth Division P.O. Box 1055
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Phone: 317-630-1249
Fax: 317-630-1369
Email: acy@legion.org
http://www.legion.org
Purpose of award: To assist registered nurses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must plan to be employed full¬time in hospitals, clinics or health departments in a position related to lung and respiratory control.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Attn.: Americanism and Children and Youth Division P.O. Box 1055
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Phone: 317-630-1249
Fax: 317-630-1369
Email: acy@legion.org
http://www.legion.org
Purpose of award: To assist registered nurses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must plan to be employed full¬time in hospitals, clinics or health departments in a position related to lung and respiratory control.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.
Eugene S. Kropf Scholarship 2012-2013
University Aviation Association (UAA)
3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830
Phone: 334-844-2434
Fax: 334-844-2432
Email:
http://www.uaa.aero
Purpose of award: To support students studying an aviation-related curriculum.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled in an aviation-related curriculum at a UAA member college or university. Students must have a 3.0 GPA and write a 250-word paper on how they can improve aviation education.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830
Phone: 334-844-2434
Fax: 334-844-2432
Email:
http://www.uaa.aero
Purpose of award: To support students studying an aviation-related curriculum.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled in an aviation-related curriculum at a UAA member college or university. Students must have a 3.0 GPA and write a 250-word paper on how they can improve aviation education.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Engineering Undergraduate Award 2012-2013
American Society for Nondestructive Testing
1711 Arlingate Lane
P.O. Box28518
Columbus, OH 43228
Phone: 800-222-2768
Fax: 614-274-6899
Email: sthomas@asnt.org
http://www.asnt.org
Purpose of award: To support students studying nondestructive testing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in an engineering program of an accredited university and specialize in nondestructive testing (NDT). A nominating letter, transcript, three letters of recommendation and an essay describing the role of NDT/NDE in their career are required.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1711 Arlingate Lane
P.O. Box28518
Columbus, OH 43228
Phone: 800-222-2768
Fax: 614-274-6899
Email: sthomas@asnt.org
http://www.asnt.org
Purpose of award: To support students studying nondestructive testing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in an engineering program of an accredited university and specialize in nondestructive testing (NDT). A nominating letter, transcript, three letters of recommendation and an essay describing the role of NDT/NDE in their career are required.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Film and Fiction Scholarships 2012-2013
Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason Universiry 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 promising young filmmakers and writers with an interest in classical liberal ideas and their contemporary application.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in filmmaking, fiction writing or playwriting. Applicants must also have a demonstrated interest in classical liberal ideas and must show their commitment to their profession through desire, motivation and creative abiliry.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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 promising young filmmakers and writers with an interest in classical liberal ideas and their contemporary application.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in filmmaking, fiction writing or playwriting. Applicants must also have a demonstrated interest in classical liberal ideas and must show their commitment to their profession through desire, motivation and creative abiliry.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
F.W. Beichley Scholarship 2012-2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program. Selection is based on leadership, scholastic ability, potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession and financial need. The scholarship is only applicable for study in the junior or senior year.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program. Selection is based on leadership, scholastic ability, potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession and financial need. The scholarship is only applicable for study in the junior or senior year.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Foundation tor Surgical Technology Advanced Education/Medical Mission Scholarship 2012-2013
Association of Surgical Technologists
6 W. Dry Creek Circle
Littleton. CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrer@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To help practitioners with continuing education or medical missionary work.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active AST members. document the educational program or mission program and provide two recommendation letters.
Target applicant: 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.
6 W. Dry Creek Circle
Littleton. CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrer@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To help practitioners with continuing education or medical missionary work.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be active AST members. document the educational program or mission program and provide two recommendation letters.
Target applicant: 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.
FIRST Scholarship 2012-2013
Floriculture Industry Research and Scholarship Trust P.O. Box 280
East Lansing. MI 48826
Phone: 517-333-4617
Fax: 517-333-4494
Email: scholarship@firstinfloriculture.org
http://endowment.org
Purpose of award: To promote the floriculture industry by assisting qualified students with education expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school senior. college undergraduate. vocational or graduate students pursuing a horticulture-related field. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA or outstanding extracurricular activities and be U.S. citizens or residents or Canadian citizens.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500-$2.000.
Number of awards: 25.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
East Lansing. MI 48826
Phone: 517-333-4617
Fax: 517-333-4494
Email: scholarship@firstinfloriculture.org
http://endowment.org
Purpose of award: To promote the floriculture industry by assisting qualified students with education expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school senior. college undergraduate. vocational or graduate students pursuing a horticulture-related field. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA or outstanding extracurricular activities and be U.S. citizens or residents or Canadian citizens.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500-$2.000.
Number of awards: 25.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Fellowship Award 2012-2013
Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation 675 Third Avenue, 25th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-455-0520
Fax: 212-455-0529
Email: awards@drcrf.org
http://www.drcrf.org
Purpose of award: To support the training of postdoctoral scientists as they start their research careers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have completed one or more of the following degrees or its equivalent: M.D., Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.D.S. or D.V.M. Applicants should submit an application cover sheet, sponsor's biographical sketch, CY, degree certificate, letter, research proposal, summary of research form, up to three reprints of work and four letters of reference. This is a three-year award with various deadlines and funding. The research must be conducted at a university. hospital or research institution. International candidates may apply to do their research only in the United States.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $174.000 over three years.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-455-0520
Fax: 212-455-0529
Email: awards@drcrf.org
http://www.drcrf.org
Purpose of award: To support the training of postdoctoral scientists as they start their research careers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have completed one or more of the following degrees or its equivalent: M.D., Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.D.S. or D.V.M. Applicants should submit an application cover sheet, sponsor's biographical sketch, CY, degree certificate, letter, research proposal, summary of research form, up to three reprints of work and four letters of reference. This is a three-year award with various deadlines and funding. The research must be conducted at a university. hospital or research institution. International candidates may apply to do their research only in the United States.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $174.000 over three years.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Frank and Brennie Morgan Prize for Outstanding Research In Mathematics by an Undergraduate Student 2012-2013
American Mathematical Society
Dr. Martha J. Siegel, MAA Secretary Mathematics Department, Towson University Stephens Hall 302, 8000 York Road
Towson, MD 21252
Phone: 410-704-2980
Fax:
Email: siegel@towson.edu
http://www.ams.org
Purpose of award: Awarded to an undergraduate student (or students who have collaborated) for research in the field of mathematics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students at colleges or universities in the United States or its possessions, Canada and Mexico. Students must be nominated.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Nomination information is available by email. Questions should be directed to Dr. Martha J. Siegel at the address above. Nominations and submissions should be sent to: Morgan Prize Committee, c/o Robert J. Daverman, American Mathematical Society, 312D Ayr
Dr. Martha J. Siegel, MAA Secretary Mathematics Department, Towson University Stephens Hall 302, 8000 York Road
Towson, MD 21252
Phone: 410-704-2980
Fax:
Email: siegel@towson.edu
http://www.ams.org
Purpose of award: Awarded to an undergraduate student (or students who have collaborated) for research in the field of mathematics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students at colleges or universities in the United States or its possessions, Canada and Mexico. Students must be nominated.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Nomination information is available by email. Questions should be directed to Dr. Martha J. Siegel at the address above. Nominations and submissions should be sent to: Morgan Prize Committee, c/o Robert J. Daverman, American Mathematical Society, 312D Ayr
Foundation for Surgical Technology Student Scholarship 2012-2013
Association of Surgical Technologists 6 W. Dry Creek Circle
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrey@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To help surgical technology students in CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a surgical technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Applicants must also demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Applications, transcripts and an instructor evaluation are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrey@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To help surgical technology students in CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a surgical technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Applicants must also demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Applications, transcripts and an instructor evaluation are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Freshman and Sophomore Scholarships 2012-2013
Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)
525 W. Van Buren
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: 312-782-8424
Fax:
Email: ejplummer@ift.org
http://www.ift.org
Purpose of award: To help young food scientists who plan to work in industry, government and academia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants for the freshman scholarships must be academically outstanding high school graduates or seniors who will enter college for the first time in an approved program in food science/technology. The deadline is February 15. Applicants for the sophomore scholarships must be academically outstanding college freshman with a minimum 2.5 GPA in an approved program in food science/technology. The deadline is March 1. All candidates must submit applications, transcripts and a recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 46.
Deadline: February 15 for the freshman scholarships and March 1 for sophomore scholarships.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
525 W. Van Buren
Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: 312-782-8424
Fax:
Email: ejplummer@ift.org
http://www.ift.org
Purpose of award: To help young food scientists who plan to work in industry, government and academia.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants for the freshman scholarships must be academically outstanding high school graduates or seniors who will enter college for the first time in an approved program in food science/technology. The deadline is February 15. Applicants for the sophomore scholarships must be academically outstanding college freshman with a minimum 2.5 GPA in an approved program in food science/technology. The deadline is March 1. All candidates must submit applications, transcripts and a recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 46.
Deadline: February 15 for the freshman scholarships and March 1 for sophomore scholarships.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Frank and Dorothy Miller ASME Auxiliary Scholarships 2012-2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, be North American residents and U.S. citizens and demonstrate character and integrity.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, be North American residents and U.S. citizens and demonstrate character and integrity.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Garland Duncan Scholarships 2012-2013
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Three Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, have strong academic performance and be college juniors or seniors. Selection is based on character, integrity, leadership, scholastic ability, potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession and financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-843-2763
Fax: 973-882-1717
Email: infocentral@asme.org
http://www.asme.org
Purpose of award: To support mechanical engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ASME student members, be enrolled in an eligible accredited mechanical engineering baccalaureate program, have strong academic performance and be college juniors or seniors. Selection is based on character, integrity, leadership, scholastic ability, potential contribution to the mechanical engineering profession and financial need.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Gaige Fund Award 2012-2013
American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists Maureen Donnelly, Secretary
Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Phone: 305-348-1235
Fax: 305-348-1986
Email: asih@fiu.edu
http://www.asih.org
Purpose of award: To support young herpetologists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of ASIH and studying for an advanced degree. The award may be used for museum or laboratory study, travel, fieldwork, or other activities that will enhance their careers and their contributions to the science of herpetology. Both merit and need will be considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email or written request.
Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Phone: 305-348-1235
Fax: 305-348-1986
Email: asih@fiu.edu
http://www.asih.org
Purpose of award: To support young herpetologists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of ASIH and studying for an advanced degree. The award may be used for museum or laboratory study, travel, fieldwork, or other activities that will enhance their careers and their contributions to the science of herpetology. Both merit and need will be considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email or written request.
Garmin Scholarship 2012-2013
Aircraft Electronics Association 4217 South Hocker Independence, MO 64055
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net
Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
GEF Resource Center Scholarships 2012-2013
Gravure Education Foundation
1200-A Scottsville Road
Rochester, NY 14624
Phone: 315-589-8879
Fax: 585-436-7689
Email: lwshatch@gaa.org
http://www.gaa.org
Purpose of award: To award scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in printing, graphic arts or graphic communications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled at one of the following GEF Learning Resource Centers: Arizona State Universiry, California Polytechnic State Universiry, Clemson Universiry, Murray State Universiry, Rochester Institute of Technology, Universiry of Wisconsin - Stout or Western Michigan Universiry.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
1200-A Scottsville Road
Rochester, NY 14624
Phone: 315-589-8879
Fax: 585-436-7689
Email: lwshatch@gaa.org
http://www.gaa.org
Purpose of award: To award scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in printing, graphic arts or graphic communications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled at one of the following GEF Learning Resource Centers: Arizona State Universiry, California Polytechnic State Universiry, Clemson Universiry, Murray State Universiry, Rochester Institute of Technology, Universiry of Wisconsin - Stout or Western Michigan Universiry.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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Sertoma Communicative Disorders Scholarship 2012-2013
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: To fund graduate students of audiology and speech-language pathology in the U.S., Canada or Mexico.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be citizens and/or permanent residents of the U.S. and its territories, Canada or Mexico. Applicants must also be full-time students accepted into a graduate level program in speech language pathology and/or audiology at a college in the U.S. or Canada recognized by ASHA's Council and have a minimum 3.2 overall GPA in all undergraduate and graduate-level courses.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 30.
Deadline: March 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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: To fund graduate students of audiology and speech-language pathology in the U.S., Canada or Mexico.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be citizens and/or permanent residents of the U.S. and its territories, Canada or Mexico. Applicants must also be full-time students accepted into a graduate level program in speech language pathology and/or audiology at a college in the U.S. or Canada recognized by ASHA's Council and have a minimum 3.2 overall GPA in all undergraduate and graduate-level courses.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.2
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 30.
Deadline: March 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SemiZone E-Learning Fellowships 2012-2013
Electrochemical Society
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To provide training for ECS members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be Electrochemical Society (ECS) student members, ECS members who are currently unemployed or in job transition, ECS members who are full-time employees of academic and other non-profit institutions, retired professionals or industry members under the age of 30 and interested in SemiZone distance-learning courses.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the organization for application information.
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To provide training for ECS members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be Electrochemical Society (ECS) student members, ECS members who are currently unemployed or in job transition, ECS members who are full-time employees of academic and other non-profit institutions, retired professionals or industry members under the age of 30 and interested in SemiZone distance-learning courses.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the organization for application information.
National Sculpture Society Scholarship 2012-2013
National Sculpture Society
237 Park Avenue
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-764-5645
Fax:
Email: nss1893@aol.com
http://www.nationalsculpture.org
Purpose of award: To award scholarships to students of figurative or representative sculpture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must provide brief biographies and an explanation of their background in sculpture and photographs of their sculpture work and demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Mar 30
How to apply: Applications are available online
237 Park Avenue
Ground Floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-764-5645
Fax:
Email: nss1893@aol.com
http://www.nationalsculpture.org
Purpose of award: To award scholarships to students of figurative or representative sculpture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must provide brief biographies and an explanation of their background in sculpture and photographs of their sculpture work and demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Mar 30
How to apply: Applications are available online
Siemens Competition In Math, Science and Technology 2012-2013
Siemens Foundation
170 Wood Avenue South Iselin, NJ 08330
Phone: 877-822-5233
Fax: 732-603-5890
Email: foundation.us@siemens.com
http://www.siemens-foundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide high school students an opportunity to meet other students interested in math, science and technology and to provide monetary assistance with college expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Students must submit research reports either individually or in teams of two or three members. Individual applicants must be high school seniors, but members of a team submission do not. Projects may be scientific research, technological inventions or mathematical theories.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
170 Wood Avenue South Iselin, NJ 08330
Phone: 877-822-5233
Fax: 732-603-5890
Email: foundation.us@siemens.com
http://www.siemens-foundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide high school students an opportunity to meet other students interested in math, science and technology and to provide monetary assistance with college expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Students must submit research reports either individually or in teams of two or three members. Individual applicants must be high school seniors, but members of a team submission do not. Projects may be scientific research, technological inventions or mathematical theories.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SPE General Scholarships 2012-2013
Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have demonstrated or expressed an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a demonstrated or expressed interest in the plastics industry and be majoring in or taking courses that would lead to a career in the plastics industry. Applicants must be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered for most scholarships.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: 10-12. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have demonstrated or expressed an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a demonstrated or expressed interest in the plastics industry and be majoring in or taking courses that would lead to a career in the plastics industry. Applicants must be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered for most scholarships.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: 10-12. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Undergraduate Scholarships 2012-2013
Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
601 Pavonia Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Phone: 201-798-4800
Fax: 201-798-4975
Email: efaustino@sname.org
http://www.sname.org
Purpose of award: To assist college juniors and seniors who are studying marine industry fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian college juniors and seniors who are members of the SNAME and are working towards degrees in naval architecture, marine engineering, ocean engineering or marine industry related areas fields.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by email.
601 Pavonia Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306
Phone: 201-798-4800
Fax: 201-798-4975
Email: efaustino@sname.org
http://www.sname.org
Purpose of award: To assist college juniors and seniors who are studying marine industry fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian college juniors and seniors who are members of the SNAME and are working towards degrees in naval architecture, marine engineering, ocean engineering or marine industry related areas fields.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by email.
Small Cash Grant Program 2012-2013
American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) P.O. Box 1536
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To help engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a student, certified, regular, registered or associate member of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) or be high school seniors in the last five months of the academic year who will be enrolled in an engineering technology curriculum no later than six months following the selection for the award. Students must have passing grades in their present curriculum and submit transcripts and a recommendation letter.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $100.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Brandon, MS 39043
Phone: 601-824-8991
Fax:
Email: general-manager@ascet.org
http://www.ascet.org
Purpose of award: To help engineering technology students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be a student, certified, regular, registered or associate member of the American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) or be high school seniors in the last five months of the academic year who will be enrolled in an engineering technology curriculum no later than six months following the selection for the award. Students must have passing grades in their present curriculum and submit transcripts and a recommendation letter.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $100.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
SPS Leadership Scholarships 2012-2013
Society of Physics Students
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301-209-3007
Fax: 301-209-0839
Email: sps@aip.org
http://www.spsnational.org
Purpose of award: To further the study of physics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates at least in their junior year, physics majors and active members of SPS.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 21.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from SPS Chapter Advisors.
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740
Phone: 301-209-3007
Fax: 301-209-0839
Email: sps@aip.org
http://www.spsnational.org
Purpose of award: To further the study of physics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates at least in their junior year, physics majors and active members of SPS.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 21.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from SPS Chapter Advisors.
SPIE Student Scholarships 2012-2013
International Society for Optical Engineering P.O. Box 10
Bellingham, WA 98227
Phone: 360-676-3290
Fax: 360-647-1445
Email: education@spie.org
http://www.spie.org
Purpose of award: To promote students who have potential to contribute to the field of optics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school, undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time in programs in the field of optics, optical science and engineering. Students must be members of SPIE, although they may submit a membership application along with the scholarship application. Applicants must also submit two sealed letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Bellingham, WA 98227
Phone: 360-676-3290
Fax: 360-647-1445
Email: education@spie.org
http://www.spie.org
Purpose of award: To promote students who have potential to contribute to the field of optics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school, undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time in programs in the field of optics, optical science and engineering. Students must be members of SPIE, although they may submit a membership application along with the scholarship application. Applicants must also submit two sealed letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Stoye and Storer Awards 2012-2013
American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists Maureen Donnelly, Secretary
Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Phone: 305-348-1235
Fax: 305-348-1986
Email: asih@fiu.edu
http://www.asih.org
Purpose of award: To recognize the best oral and poster presentations in categories related to ichthyology and herpetology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the sole authors and presenters of their projects, be members of ASIH, be full-time students or have completed a thesis or dissertation defense during the previous 12 months. Presentations are judged by introduction, methods, data analysis and interpretation, conclusions, presentation and visual aids.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July.
How to apply: Applications are available by request.
Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
Phone: 305-348-1235
Fax: 305-348-1986
Email: asih@fiu.edu
http://www.asih.org
Purpose of award: To recognize the best oral and poster presentations in categories related to ichthyology and herpetology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be the sole authors and presenters of their projects, be members of ASIH, be full-time students or have completed a thesis or dissertation defense during the previous 12 months. Presentations are judged by introduction, methods, data analysis and interpretation, conclusions, presentation and visual aids.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: July.
How to apply: Applications are available by request.
STEEL Engineering Education Link Initiative 2012-2013
Iron and Steel Society
Attn.: Lori Wharrey
AIST Foundation
186 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086
Phone: 724-776-6040 x621
Fax: 724-776-1880
Email: lwharrey@aist.org
http://www.aistfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To increase the number of students studying engineering and pursuing careers in the iron and steel industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be juniors in an accredited North American university with a minimum GPA of3.0, and they must demonstrate interest in the iron and steel industry. They must also be eligible for and commit to a summer internship at a steel company in the country in which they are studying.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 10. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online. Questions about this specific scholarship may be directed to blakshmi@steel.org or 202- 452-7143
Attn.: Lori Wharrey
AIST Foundation
186 Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086
Phone: 724-776-6040 x621
Fax: 724-776-1880
Email: lwharrey@aist.org
http://www.aistfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To increase the number of students studying engineering and pursuing careers in the iron and steel industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be juniors in an accredited North American university with a minimum GPA of3.0, and they must demonstrate interest in the iron and steel industry. They must also be eligible for and commit to a summer internship at a steel company in the country in which they are studying.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 10. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online. Questions about this specific scholarship may be directed to blakshmi@steel.org or 202- 452-7143
Stan Beck Fellowship 2012-2013
Entomological Society of America 10001 Derekwood Lane
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To support college or graduate students in entomology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students in entomology who demonstrate need based on physical limitations, or economic, minority or environmental conditions.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To support college or graduate students in entomology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students in entomology who demonstrate need based on physical limitations, or economic, minority or environmental conditions.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: July 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Student Poster Session Awards 2012-2013
Electrochemical Society
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To award students for work related to fields of interest to ECS.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing degrees at any college or university and prepare an abstract on work performed. The applicants must also prepare a poster to present at the society meeting where they will be judged. Two awards are in the categories of electrochemical science and technology and solid-state science and technology.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application materials are described online.
65 S. Main Street, Building D Pennington, NJ 08534-2839
Phone: 609-737-1902
Fax: 609-737-2743
Email: awards@electrochem.org
http://www.electrochem.org
Purpose of award: To award students for work related to fields of interest to ECS.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing degrees at any college or university and prepare an abstract on work performed. The applicants must also prepare a poster to present at the society meeting where they will be judged. Two awards are in the categories of electrochemical science and technology and solid-state science and technology.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application materials are described online.
Student Design Competition 2012-2013
Society of American Registered Architects P.O. Box 280
Newport, TN 37822
Phone: 888-385-7272
Fax: 423-487-0365
Email: cathiemoscato@sara-national.org
http://www.sara-national.org
Purpose of award: To support architecture students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may be attending accredited architectural schools, be undergraduate students in a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in an architecture program or be graduate students in a Master of Architecture program in pursuit of a first professional degree. Students must secure the sponsorship of a faculty member.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$6,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: September 1 for registration form.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.
Newport, TN 37822
Phone: 888-385-7272
Fax: 423-487-0365
Email: cathiemoscato@sara-national.org
http://www.sara-national.org
Purpose of award: To support architecture students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may be attending accredited architectural schools, be undergraduate students in a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in an architecture program or be graduate students in a Master of Architecture program in pursuit of a first professional degree. Students must secure the sponsorship of a faculty member.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$6,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: September 1 for registration form.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.
National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships 2012-2013
Institute of International-Education
809 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-883-8200
Fax: 212-984-5452
Email: gilman@iie.org
http://www.iie.org
Purpose of award: To provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to study abroad in countries vital to future American security interests.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must prove that they have a serious interest in 'pursuing academic study in a foreign country. Applicants must also be well-versed •in foreign languages and be willing to commit up to a year living overseas.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500-$6,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies
How to apply: Applications are available online.
809 United Nations Plaza
New York, NY 10017
Phone: 212-883-8200
Fax: 212-984-5452
Email: gilman@iie.org
http://www.iie.org
Purpose of award: To provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to study abroad in countries vital to future American security interests.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must prove that they have a serious interest in 'pursuing academic study in a foreign country. Applicants must also be well-versed •in foreign languages and be willing to commit up to a year living overseas.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500-$6,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Student Scholarships 2012-2013
American Association of Women Dentists 216 W. Jackson Boulevard
Suite 625
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 800-920-2293
Fax:
Email: nfo@womendentists.org
http://www.aawd.org
Purpose of award: To support women in dentistry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sophomore or juniors in dental school, demonstrate financial need and be members of the American Association of Women Dentists.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: August 1.
How to apply: Applications are online.
Suite 625
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 800-920-2293
Fax:
Email: nfo@womendentists.org
http://www.aawd.org
Purpose of award: To support women in dentistry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sophomore or juniors in dental school, demonstrate financial need and be members of the American Association of Women Dentists.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: August 1.
How to apply: Applications are online.
Student Research Scholarships 2012-2013
Bat Conservation International
Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 162603
Austin, TX 78716
Phone: 512-327-9721
Fax: 512-327-9724
Email: grants@batcon.org
http://www.batcon.org
Purpose of award: To support students who will contribute to our knowledge about bats.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students and submit a research proposal that addresses a specific area of bat conservation. The application form provides several potential research topics.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Scholarship Program
P.O. Box 162603
Austin, TX 78716
Phone: 512-327-9721
Fax: 512-327-9724
Email: grants@batcon.org
http://www.batcon.org
Purpose of award: To support students who will contribute to our knowledge about bats.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students and submit a research proposal that addresses a specific area of bat conservation. The application form provides several potential research topics.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Ted Neward Scholarship 2012-2013
Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Surgical Technology Scholarships 2012-2013
Foundation for Surgical Technology
6 West Dry Creek Circle
Suite 200
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 888-627-8018
Email:
http://www.ffst.org
Purpose of award: To offer assistance to those who seek a career in surgical technology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a surgical technology program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Both academic ability and financial need must be demonstrated.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
6 West Dry Creek Circle
Suite 200
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 888-627-8018
Email:
http://www.ffst.org
Purpose of award: To offer assistance to those who seek a career in surgical technology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a surgical technology program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. Both academic ability and financial need must be demonstrated.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Student Travel Contingency Grants 2012-2013
International Society for Optical Engineering
P.O. Box 10
Bellingham, WA 98227
Phone: 360-676-3290
Fax: 360-647-1445
Email: education@spie.org
http://www.spie.org
Purpose of award: To assist students who need support to travel to present at a SPIE meeting.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be presenting an accepted paper at a SPIE-sponsored meeting and not have any other way of supporting their travel. Applicants must be full-time students who are not full-time employees in industry, government or academia. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation and a written statement of support from the chair of the SPIE-sponsored meeting.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: 10 weeks prior to the start of meeting.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 10
Bellingham, WA 98227
Phone: 360-676-3290
Fax: 360-647-1445
Email: education@spie.org
http://www.spie.org
Purpose of award: To assist students who need support to travel to present at a SPIE meeting.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be presenting an accepted paper at a SPIE-sponsored meeting and not have any other way of supporting their travel. Applicants must be full-time students who are not full-time employees in industry, government or academia. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation and a written statement of support from the chair of the SPIE-sponsored meeting.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: 10 weeks prior to the start of meeting.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
The SCTE Cascade Range Chapter - Telecommunications Scholarship 2012-2013
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 290361
Davie, FL 33329-0361
Phone: 954-262-8553
Fax:
Email: info@cksf.org
http://www.cksf.org
Purpose of award: To support students who are pursuing careers in telecommunications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must register online with CKSF. Students must take online quizzes featuring questions on common knowledge. The student with the most points from correct answers and the shortest time that it takes to answer the questions wins the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 22.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
P.O. Box 290361
Davie, FL 33329-0361
Phone: 954-262-8553
Fax:
Email: info@cksf.org
http://www.cksf.org
Purpose of award: To support students who are pursuing careers in telecommunications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must register online with CKSF. Students must take online quizzes featuring questions on common knowledge. The student with the most points from correct answers and the shortest time that it takes to answer the questions wins the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 22.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Thermoset Division/James I. MacKenzie Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013
Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry and have experience in the thermoset industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an interest in the plastics industry and major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry. Applicants must also have experience in the thermoset industry, such as courses taken, research conducted or jobs held.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1-2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry and have experience in the thermoset industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have an interest in the plastics industry and major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry. Applicants must also have experience in the thermoset industry, such as courses taken, research conducted or jobs held.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1-2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Thermoforming Division Memorial Scholarships 2012-2013
Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Applicants must have experience in the thermoforming industry, such as courses taken, research conducted or jobs held.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org
Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Applicants must have experience in the thermoforming industry, such as courses taken, research conducted or jobs held.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Thomas R. Camp Scholarship 2012-2013
American Water Works Association
6666 W. Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235-3098
Phone: 303-347-6201
Fax: 303-795-7603
Email: swheeler@awwa.org
http://www.awwa.org
Purpose of award: To support students conducting applied research in the drinking water field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must pursue graduate degrees at an institution of higher education in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Mexico or the U.S. This is awarded to doctoral students in even years and master's students in odd years. Applicants must submit applications, resumes, transcripts, GRE scores, three recommendation letters, statements and research plans. The award is based on academics and leadership.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
6666 W. Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235-3098
Phone: 303-347-6201
Fax: 303-795-7603
Email: swheeler@awwa.org
http://www.awwa.org
Purpose of award: To support students conducting applied research in the drinking water field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must pursue graduate degrees at an institution of higher education in Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Mexico or the U.S. This is awarded to doctoral students in even years and master's students in odd years. Applicants must submit applications, resumes, transcripts, GRE scores, three recommendation letters, statements and research plans. The award is based on academics and leadership.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Thomas M. Stetson Scholarship 2012-2013
American Ground Water Trust
16 Centre Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-228-5444
Fax: 603-228-6557
Email:
http://www.agwt.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for high school seniors pursuing careers in a ground water-related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors with intentions to pursue a career in ground water-related field. Applicants must attend a college or university located west of the Mississippi River.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
16 Centre Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-228-5444
Fax: 603-228-6557
Email:
http://www.agwt.org
Purpose of award: To provide scholarships for high school seniors pursuing careers in a ground water-related field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors with intentions to pursue a career in ground water-related field. Applicants must attend a college or university located west of the Mississippi River.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Thompson Delmar Learning Student Scholarship 2012-2013
Association of Surgical Technologists 6 W. Dry Creek Circle
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800- 637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrey@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To support surgical technology students.
Eligibility requirements: The award is based on academic achievement and writing skills. Applicants must plan to attend or currently attend a CAAHEP-accredited program. Applications and progress reports are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Littleton, CO 80120
Phone: 800- 637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrey@ast.org
http://www.ast.org
Purpose of award: To support surgical technology students.
Eligibility requirements: The award is based on academic achievement and writing skills. Applicants must plan to attend or currently attend a CAAHEP-accredited program. Applications and progress reports are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
National Ten Minute Play Contest 2012-2013
Actors Theatre of Louisville
National Ten Minute Play Contest
316 W. Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202-4218
Phone: 502-584-1265
Fax:
Email:
http://www.actorstheatre.org
Purpose of award: To identify emerging playwrights.
Eligibility requirements: Each playwright may only submit one script no more than 10 pages in length that has not been previously submitted.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: No application is necessary .
National Ten Minute Play Contest
316 W. Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202-4218
Phone: 502-584-1265
Fax:
Email:
http://www.actorstheatre.org
Purpose of award: To identify emerging playwrights.
Eligibility requirements: Each playwright may only submit one script no more than 10 pages in length that has not been previously submitted.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 1.
How to apply: No application is necessary .
Travel Grants 2012-2013
Geological Society of America Program Officer
Grants, Awards and Recognition P.O. Box 9140
Boulder, CO 80301-9140
Phone: 303-357-1028
Fax: 303-357-1070
Email: awards@geosociety.org
http://www.geosociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide undergraduate and graduate students with grants to travel to GSA section meetings and to the GSA annual meeting.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of GSA. Each regional section has its own application process.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application information for each region is available online.
Grants, Awards and Recognition P.O. Box 9140
Boulder, CO 80301-9140
Phone: 303-357-1028
Fax: 303-357-1070
Email: awards@geosociety.org
http://www.geosociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide undergraduate and graduate students with grants to travel to GSA section meetings and to the GSA annual meeting.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of GSA. Each regional section has its own application process.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application information for each region is available online.
Tilford Fund 2012-2013
Association of Engineering Geologists Foundation Tilford Fund NRT Scholarship Committee
70 Forest Lane
Placitas, NM 87043
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aegfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance for field studies in engineering geology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the Association of Engineering Geologists who are college or graduate students. Applicants are chosen on the basis of scholarship, ability, participation and potential for contributions to the profession.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
70 Forest Lane
Placitas, NM 87043
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.aegfoundation.org
Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance for field studies in engineering geology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of the Association of Engineering Geologists who are college or graduate students. Applicants are chosen on the basis of scholarship, ability, participation and potential for contributions to the profession.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Tylenol Scholarship 2012-2013
Tylenol
Phone: 877-895-3665
Fax:
Email:
http://www.tylenolscholarship.com
Purpose of award: Each year Tylenol gives away $250,000 in scholarships to college and graduate students pursuing careers in healthcare.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must major or intend to major in a health care-related area.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 120.
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Phone: 877-895-3665
Fax:
Email:
http://www.tylenolscholarship.com
Purpose of award: Each year Tylenol gives away $250,000 in scholarships to college and graduate students pursuing careers in healthcare.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must major or intend to major in a health care-related area.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 120.
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Trimmer Foundation Student Scholarships 2012-2013
Associated Builders and Contractors
Trimmer Education Foundation
4250 N. Fairfax Drive
9th Floor
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703-812-2000
Fax:
Email: studentchapters@abc.org
http://www.abc.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in construction-related degree programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a construction¬related program and must be current active members in the student chapter program or be employed by an ABC firm.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.85
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Late May/early June.
How to apply: Applications are available by email request.
Trimmer Education Foundation
4250 N. Fairfax Drive
9th Floor
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703-812-2000
Fax:
Email: studentchapters@abc.org
http://www.abc.org
Purpose of award: To assist students in construction-related degree programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a construction¬related program and must be current active members in the student chapter program or be employed by an ABC firm.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.85
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Late May/early June.
How to apply: Applications are available by email request.
Undergraduate Scholarship 2012-2013
Entomological Society of America
10001 Derekwood Lane
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To help students enter the field of entomology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been enrolled in the previous fall as undergraduate students in entomology, zoology, biology or a related science at a college or university and must have accumulated a minimum of 30 credits at the time the award is presented in August. Students must have completed at least one course in entomology or a project in entomology.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
10001 Derekwood Lane
Suite 100
Lanham, MD 20706
Phone: 301-731-4535
Fax: 301-731-4538
Email: esa@entsoc.org
http://www.entsoc.org
Purpose of award: To help students enter the field of entomology.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been enrolled in the previous fall as undergraduate students in entomology, zoology, biology or a related science at a college or university and must have accumulated a minimum of 30 credits at the time the award is presented in August. Students must have completed at least one course in entomology or a project in entomology.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry 2012-2013
Iota Sigma Pi (ISP) ND
Professor Kathryn A. Thomasson, Iota Sigma Pi Director for Student Awards
University of North Dakota, Department of Chemistry P.O. Box 9024
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9024
Phone: 701-777-3199
Fax: 701-777-2331
Email: kthomasson@chem.und.edu
http://www.iotasigmapi.info
Purpose of award: To award female undergraduate students for excellence in the field of chemistry study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female senior chemistry students at an accredited four-year college or university and be nominated by a member of the faculty.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Professor Kathryn A. Thomasson, Iota Sigma Pi Director for Student Awards
University of North Dakota, Department of Chemistry P.O. Box 9024
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9024
Phone: 701-777-3199
Fax: 701-777-2331
Email: kthomasson@chem.und.edu
http://www.iotasigmapi.info
Purpose of award: To award female undergraduate students for excellence in the field of chemistry study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female senior chemistry students at an accredited four-year college or university and be nominated by a member of the faculty.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Undergraduate Student Research Grants 2012-2013
Geological Society of America
Program Officer
Grants, Awards and Recognition P.O. Box 9140
Boulder, CO 80301-9140
Phone: 303-357-1028
Fax: 303-357-1070
Email: awards@geosociety.org
http://www.geosociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide research grants to undergraduate students studying geology who are members of GSA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of GSA and attend school in one of the following GSA sections: Northeastern, North-Central or Southeastern. Each section has a separate application process.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application instructions for each region are available online.
Program Officer
Grants, Awards and Recognition P.O. Box 9140
Boulder, CO 80301-9140
Phone: 303-357-1028
Fax: 303-357-1070
Email: awards@geosociety.org
http://www.geosociety.org
Purpose of award: To provide research grants to undergraduate students studying geology who are members of GSA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of GSA and attend school in one of the following GSA sections: Northeastern, North-Central or Southeastern. Each section has a separate application process.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application instructions for each region are available online.
Undergraduate Summer Student Research Assistantship 2012-2013
National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) NRAO Headquarters
520 Edgemont Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Phone: 434-296-0211
Fax: 434-296-0278
Email: info@nrao.edu
http://www.nrao.edu
Purpose of award: To allow students to perform astronomical research at National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) sites.
Eligibility requirements: Depending on the specific program, applicants must be either undergraduates or graduating college seniors. Recipients work on-site for 10 to 12 weeks, beginning in late Mayor early June.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $425 per week stipend.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 23.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
520 Edgemont Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Phone: 434-296-0211
Fax: 434-296-0278
Email: info@nrao.edu
http://www.nrao.edu
Purpose of award: To allow students to perform astronomical research at National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) sites.
Eligibility requirements: Depending on the specific program, applicants must be either undergraduates or graduating college seniors. Recipients work on-site for 10 to 12 weeks, beginning in late Mayor early June.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $425 per week stipend.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 23.
How to apply: Applications are available online.
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