Russel Grant

Sertoma Communicative Disorders Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:17:00.001-07:00

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

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

Purpose of award: 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

2011-10-13T05:17:00.000-07:00

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.

National Sculpture Society Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:16:00.001-07:00

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

Siemens Competition In Math, Science and Technology 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:16:00.000-07:00

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.

SPE General Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:15:00.002-07:00

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.

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Undergraduate Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:15:00.001-07:00

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.

Small Cash Grant Program 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:15:00.000-07:00

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.

SPS Leadership Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:14:00.001-07:00

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.

SPIE Student Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:14:00.000-07:00

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.

Stoye and Storer Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:13:00.002-07:00

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.

STEEL Engineering Education Link Initiative 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:13:00.001-07:00

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

Stan Beck Fellowship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:13:00.000-07:00

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.

Student Poster Session Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:12:00.001-07:00

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.

Student Design Competition 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:12:00.000-07:00

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.

National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:11:00.000-07:00

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.

Student Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:10:00.001-07:00

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.

Student Research Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:10:00.000-07:00

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.

Ted Neward Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:09:00.002-07:00

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.

Surgical Technology Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:09:00.001-07:00

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.

Student Travel Contingency Grants 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:09:00.000-07:00

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.

The SCTE Cascade Range Chapter - Telecommunications Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:08:00.000-07:00

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.

Thermoset Division/James I. MacKenzie Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:07:00.001-07:00

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.

Thermoforming Division Memorial Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:07:00.000-07:00

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.

Thomas R. Camp Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:06:00.001-07:00

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.

Thomas M. Stetson Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:06:00.000-07:00

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.

Thompson Delmar Learning Student Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:05:00.001-07:00

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.

National Ten Minute Play Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:05:00.000-07:00

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 .

Travel Grants 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:04:00.001-07:00

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.

Tilford Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:04:00.000-07:00

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.

Tylenol Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:03:00.001-07:00

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.

Trimmer Foundation Student Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:03:00.000-07:00

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.

Undergraduate Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:02:00.001-07:00

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.

Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:02:00.000-07:00

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.

Undergraduate Student Research Grants 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:01:00.000-07:00

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.

Undergraduate Summer Student Research Assistantship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T05:00:00.001-07:00

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.

Undergraduate Student Summer Research Fellowships 2012-2103

2011-10-13T05:00:00.000-07:00

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 support full-time summer study for undergraduate students in the laboratory of an established researcher.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate program, and faculty sponsor must be an active member of APS. Fellowships are awarded to students pursuing a career as a basic research scientist.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 3.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Writers Association Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T04:59:00.001-07:00

National Writers Association Foundation 10940 S. Parker Road #508
Parker, CO 80134

Phone: 303-841-0246
Fax: 303-841-2607
Email: contests@nationalwriters.com
http://www.nationalwriters.com

Purpose of award: To assist future writers with their education.
Eligibility requirements: Scholarships are awarded solely on a merit basis. Applicants interested in pursuing further education in writing are given preference. Scholarship applications are reviewed from October 1 to December 31 annually.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Challenge Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-13T04:59:00.000-07:00

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Foundation 1885 Bob Johnson Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone: 800-815-6826
Fax: 719-632-6367
Email: nsca@nsca-lift.org
http://www.nsca-lift.org

Purpose of award: To support NSCA members pursuing studies related to strength and conditioning.
Eligibility requirements: : Applicants must be NSCA members for one year before applying and be pursuing careers in strength and conditioning. Students must submit an essay detailing their course of study, career goals and financial need. Applications are evaluated based on grades, courses, experience, honors, recommendations and involvement in the community and with NSCA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available with membership.

United Parcel Service Scholarship for Female Students 2012-2013

2011-10-13T04:58:00.000-07:00

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 help female undergraduate engineering students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time female students at an institution in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, majoring in industrial engineering or its equivalent 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.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.4
Amount: $4,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Nomination forms are available online.

Vertical Flight Foundation Engineering Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-13T04:57:00.000-07:00

Vertical Flight Foundation 217 N. Washington Street Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-6777
Fax: 703-739-9279
Email: staff@vtol.org
http://www.vtol.org

Purpose of award: The Vertical Flight Foundation was founded to support the education in rotorcraft and vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students at accredited schools of engineering and submit a transcript with an academic endorsement from a professor or dean. Applicants need not be members of AHS.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dorothy Harris Endowed Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:50:00.000-07:00

Women's Sports Foundation
Eisenhower Park
1899 Hempstead Turnpike, Suite 400 East Meadow, NY 11554

Phone: 800-227-3988
Fax: 516-542-4716
Email: info@Womenssportsfoundation.org
http://www.womenssportsfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support female students who are majoring in physical education, sport management, sport psychology or sport sociology.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be enrolled full-time in a graduate program. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 3l.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

A. Harry Passow Classroom Teacher Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:49:00.000-07:00

National Association for Gifted Children 1707 L Street NW
Suite 550
Chair, Awards Committee' Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 202-785-4268
Fax: 202-785-4248
Email: nagc@nagc.org
http://www.nagc.org

Purpose of award: To award excellent teachers of gifted students of grades K-12.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be teachers of gifted students of grades K-12 and be continuing their education. Applicants must also have been members of NAGC for at least one year. Selection is based on commitment to teaching as shown by reviews from students, parents, principal and peers and admission into a graduate or certification program in gifted education.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AAA Traffic Safety Poster Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:48:00.002-07:00

AAA
1000 AAA Drive Heathrow, FL 32746

Phone: 407-444-8000
Fax:
Email: aaatravelchallenge@national.aaa.com
http://www.aaa.com/TraveiChailenge/

Purpose of award: To encourage students to make posters promoting traffic safety.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be in kindergarten through eighth grade. There are three grade-level divisions: K-grade 2, grades 3-5 and grades 6-8. Students must use one of twenty slogans. Entries are judged on originality, presentation, visual impact and relationship to traffic safety. The winning posters will be reproduced in catalogs. There are grand, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and judge's level winners. Local AAA club representatives can provide additional information.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000-$25,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: January 16.
How to apply: Applications are available at local AAA clubs.

Scholarship Drawing 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:48:00.001-07:00

College Answer
12061 Bluemont Way Reston, VA 20190

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.collegeanswer.com

Purpose of award: To help students pay for college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants may be high school, undergraduate or graduate students and must register on the CollegeAnswer website. Each month one registered user is selected in a random drawing to receive the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1 per month.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Register at the website to enter.

Armenian Educational Foundation Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:48:00.000-07:00

Armenian Educational Foundation Inc. 600 W Broadway
Suite 130
Glendale, CA 91204

Phone: 818-242-4154
Fax:
Email: aef@aefweb.org
http://www.aefweb.org

Purpose of award: To support Armenian students throughout the world.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be of Armenian descent either on their mother's side, father's side or both. Selection is based on academic performance and financial need. Applicants must be at least college sophomores or graduate students who attend the colleges or universities listed on the website.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October 8.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AFSA National Essay Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:47:00.001-07:00

American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) 210 1 East Street NW
Washington, DC 20037

Phone: 202-944-5504
Fax: 202-338-6820
Email: dec@afsa.org
http://www.afsa.org/essaycontest

Purpose of award: To support students interested in writing an essay on foreign service.
Eligibility requirements: Students must attend a public, private, parochial school, home school or participate in a high school correspondence program in any of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or U.S. territories or must be U.S. citizens attending schools overseas. Students whose parents are members of the United States Foreign Service or have served on the Advisory Committee are not eligible. The current award is $2,500 to the student, $500 to his/her school and all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC, for the winner and parents.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: The registration form is available online.

Academic Competitiveness Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:47:00.000-07:00

Federal Student Aid
U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202

Phone: 800-433-3243
Fax:
Email:
http://studentaid.ed.gov

Purpose of award: To help students who have finished a rigorous secondary school program of study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time Florida students eligible for Federal Pell Grants who have enrolled or been accepted by a two- or four-year degree-granting institution of higher education. The grants are available to students for the first and second years of college with up to $750 for the first year and up to $1,300 for the second year. Second year students must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,300.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the program for more information.

All-Ink Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:46:00.001-07:00

All-Ink.corn
1460 N. Main Street Suite 2
Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Phone: 888-567-6511
Fax: 801-794-0124
Email: csp@all-ink.com
http://www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx

Purpose of award: To help students who want to pursue higher educational goals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents who are enrolled in or plan to attend an accredited college or university. Students must be high school seniors, college students or graduate students. To be considered, a student must have a 2.5 GPA or better, must complete an online application and write a pair of 50 to 200 word essays about what they hope to accomplish after they complete their college degree and about who their greatest influence has been.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $5000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Akademos / TextbookX.com Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:46:00.000-07:00

Akademos
TextbookX.com
25 Van Zant Street
Norwalk, CT 06855

Phone: 203-866-0190
Fax: 203-866-0199
Email:
http://www.textbookx.com

Purpose of award: To support students who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an essay based on the provided topic and that references at least one book. Students must be U.S. citizens or legal residents and undergraduate or graduate students attending a U.S. college of university.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:45:00.002-07:00

American Fire Sprinkler Association 12750 Merit Drive
Suite 350
Dallas, TX 75251

Phone: 214-349-5965
Fax: 214-343-8898
Email: afsainfo@firesprinkler.org
http://www.afsascholarship.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to high school seniors and introduce them to the fire sprinkler industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S. college, university or certified trade school. Students must read the "Fire Sprinkler Essay" available online and then take an online quiz. Applicants receive one entry in the scholarship drawing for each question answered correctly.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 10. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Darts Organization Memorial Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:45:00.001-07:00

American Darts Organization 230 N. Crescent Way
Suite K
Anaheim, CA 92801

Phone: 714-254-0212
Fax: 714-254-0214
Email: adooffice@aol.com
http://www.adodarts.com

Purpose of award: To support participants in the American Darts Organization Youth Playoff Program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be ADO members, and they must have been at least quarter-finalists in the ADO Youth Playoff Program. Students must be under 21 years old on December 1 of the year in which they intend to start school. They must be enrolled or accepted in a degree-granting program on a full-time basis with at least a 2.0 GPA.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: 2
Amount: $500-$1,500.
Number of awards: 8.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Financial Need Scholars 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:45:00.000-07:00

Alpha Kappa Alpha
5656 S. Stony Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60637

Phone: 800-653-6528
Fax: 773-947-0277
Email: akaeaf@akaeaf.net
http://www.akaeaf.org

Purpose of award: To assist undergraduate and graduate students who have overcome hardships to achieve educational goals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be studying full-time at the sophomore level or higher at an accredited institution and have a GPA of2.5 or higher. Students must also demonstrate leadership, volunteer, civic or academic service.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $750-$1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15 for college students, August 15 for graduate students.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Legion Baseball Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:44:00.001-07:00

American Legion Baseball
700 N. Pennsylvania Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Phone: 317-630-1369
Fax:
Email: baseball@legion.org
http://www.baseball.legion.org

Purpose of award: To award scholarships to members of American Legion-affiliated baseball teams.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors and be nominated by a head coach or team manager. One player per department (state) will be selected. Nominations should be sent to the local Department Headquarters. Scholarships may be used to further education at any accredited college, university or other institution of higher education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 51.
Deadline: July 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AALL Educational Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:44:00.000-07:00

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

Phone: 312-939-4764
Fax: 312-431-1097
Email: scholarships@aall.org
http://www.aa1lnet.org

Purpose of award: To encourage students to pursue careers as law librarians.
Eligibility requirements: There are five levels of awards: 1. Library Degree for Law School Graduates, awarded to a law school graduate with law library experience pursuing a degree at an accredited library school. 2. library School Graduates Attending Law School, awarded to a library school graduate pursuing a degree at an accredited law school who has law library experience and no more than 36 semester credit hours left before obtaining the law degree. 3. Library Degree for Non¬-Law School Graduates, awarded to a college graduate with law library experience who-is seeking a degree involving law librarianship courses at an accredited library school. 4. Library School Graduates Seeking A Non-Law Degree, awarded to library school graduates who are seeking degrees in fields other than law. 5. Law Librarians in Continuing Education Courses, awarded to law librarians with a degree from an accredited library or law school who are continuing their education. Preference is given to AALL members, but a non-member can apply. All applicants must intend to have careers as law librarians. There must be financial need for awards 1-4.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by mail with a self¬addressed, stamped envelope, by fax, by phone or by email.

Barbara Wiedner and Dorothy Vandercook Memorial Peace Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:43:00.001-07:00

Grandmothers for Peace International
Wiedner and Vandercook MSF
c/o Leal Portis, President
301 Redbud Way
Nevada, CA 95949

Phone: 530-265-3887
Fax:
Email: portis.leal@gmail.com
http://www.grandmothersforpeace.org

Purpose of award: To reward students who have exhibited their commitment to peace and justice through volunteer work and have plans to help create a more peaceful and just world.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen and provide an autobiography of activities relating to nuclear disarmament, conflict resolution or community service and describe their plans for contributing to a healthy planet. Applicants must also provide information on community activities and include two letters of recommendation.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250-$500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AWSEF Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:43:00.000-07:00

American Water Ski Educational Foundation (AWSEF) 1251 Holy Cow Road
Polk City, FL 33868-8200

Phone: 863-324-2472
Fax:
Email: info@Waterskihalloffame.com
http://www.waterskihalloffame.com

Purpose of award: To support those involved in USA WATER SKI.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduates at a two- or four-year college as incoming sophomores to incoming seniors. Applicants must also be active members of USA WATER SKI all divisions: AWSA-ABC-AKA-WSDA-NSSA-NCWSA-NCWSRA¬USAWB-HYD. Students should submit applications, two reference letters, essays and transcripts.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 6. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Blogging for Progress 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:42:00.002-07:00

ProgressiveU.org

Phone:
Fax:
Email: info@progressiveu.org
http://www.progressiveu.org

Purpose of award: To support students who contribute to the online dialogue for students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must attend any regionally or nationally affiliated college, university or vocational school. Winners are selected based on points awarded for each blog entry and comment accepted for posting to the website and for each read of a participant's blog entry by members or visitors.
Target applicant: College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Students must register online.

Billy Welu Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:42:00.001-07:00

United States Bowling Congress 5301 S. 76th Street
Greendale, WI 53129

Phone: 800-514-2695 x3168
Fax:
Email: smart@bowl.com
http://www.bowl.com/scholarships

Purpose of award: To recognize exemplary qualities in amateur bowlers who are in college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be amateur bowlers who are currently attending college. They must have a 2.5 or higher GPA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Best Buy Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:42:00.000-07:00

Best Buy Children's Foundation 7601 Penn Avenue S.
Richfield, MN 55423

Phone: 612-292-6397
Fax:
Email: bestbuy@scholarshipamerica.org
http://www.bbycommunications.com/crnew/scholarships. asp

Purpose of award: To assist students in obtaining a higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating seniors residing in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, live within 75 miles of a Best Buy store, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and have community service or work experience.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1.500-$10,000.
Number of awards: 1,551.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Students may apply online only.

Bonner Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:41:00.001-07:00

Bonner Foundation
10 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone: 609-924-6663
Fax: 609-683-4626
Email: info@bonner.org
http://www.bonner.org

Purpose of award: To award four-year community service scholarships to students planning to attend one of 27 participating colleges.
Eligibility requirements: Students must complete annual service requirements as stipulated by the organization. Awards are geared toward students demonstrating significant financial need. Scholarship recipients are named Bonner Scholars.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 1,500.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the admission office at each participating school to request an application.

Bob Warnicke Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:41:00.000-07:00

National Bicycle League (NBL)
3958 Brown Park Drive
Suite D
Hilliard, OH 43026

Phone: 614-777-1625
Fax: 614-777-1680
Email: administration@nbl.org
http://www.nbl.org

Purpose of award: To help students who have participated in BMX racing events.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members, have a current NBL competition license or officials license and have participated in BMX racing events for at least a year. Students must also be high school graduates and plan to or currently attend a postsecondary institution full- or part-time.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies .
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by mail or by phone.

CBC Spouses Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:40:00.001-07:00

CBC Spouses Program
1720 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 800-784-2577
Fax: 202-775-0773
Email: info@cbcfinc.org
http://www.cbcfinc.org

Purpose of award: To provide tuition assistance to students in congressional districts of members of the Congressional Black Caucus.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors, college students or graduate students, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, reside or attend school in a congressional district represented by a Congressional Black Caucus Member and submit a financial statement to determine financial need. Applicants for the performing arts scholarship in particular must be 21 years of age. This is an equal opportunity scholarship program, which considers applicants solely on qualifications and ability without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online and should be submitted to the local selection committee as listed online, not the CBCF office.

BRICK Award 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:40:00.000-07:00

Do Something
24-32 Union Square East 4th Floor
New York, NY 10003

Phone: 212-254-2390
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dosomething.org

Purpose of award: To award scholarships and community grants to young social entrepreneurs who make a measurable difference in their communities.
Eligibility requirements: Young community leaders up to age 25 may apply. Emphasis on those who take a leadership role in creating a positive, lasting impact on the community. Focus areas include health, environment and community building.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $25,000.
Number of awards: 9.
Deadline: October 25.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:39:00.001-07:00

Central Intelligence Agency
Office of Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20505

Phone: 703-482-0623
Fax: 703-482-1739
Email:
http://www.cia.gov

Purpose of award: To encourage students to pursue careers with the CIA.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students or college sophomores. High school students must have an SAT score of 1000 or higher or an ACT score of 21 or higher, while all applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, defined as a household income of less than $70,000 for a family of four or $80,000 for a family of five or more. They must meet all criteria for regular CIA employees, including security checks and medical examinations. Applicants must commit to a work experience each summer during college and agree to CIA employment for at least 1.5 times the length of their CIA-sponsored scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Annual salary including benefits and up to $18,000 for tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: There is no application form; applicants may submit a resume online.

ABA Essay and Writing Competitions 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:39:00.000-07:00

American Bar Association
321 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: 312-988-5000

Phone:
Fax:
Email: abalsd@abanet.org
http://www.abanet.org/lsd/

Purpose of award: To support and recognize achievement among law students .
Eligibility requirements: The ABA sponsors a variety of essay and writing competitions for law students. Each is centered on a specific legal topic. Topics include: affordable housing and community, community development law, law and aging, antitrust, business law, criminal justice, dispute resolution, entertainment and sports law, family law, health care, labor and employment, liability, education, public contracts, real estate, tort and insurance and children.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications and specific deadlines for each competition are available online.

Coca-Cola Scholars Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:38:00.002-07:00

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
P.O. Box 442
Atlanta, GA 30301

Phone: 800-306-2653
Fax:
Email: questions@coca-colascholars.org
http://www.coca-colascholars.org

Purpose of award: Begun in 1986 to celebrate the Coca-Cola Centennial, the program is designed to contribute to the nation's future and to assist a wide range of students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors in the U.S. and must use the awards at an accredited U.S. college or university. Selection is based on character, personal merit and commitment. Merit is shown through leadership, academic achievement, and motivation to serve and succeed.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $4,000-$20,000.
Number of awards: 250. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: October 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CKSF Movie Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:38:00.001-07:00

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 reward students and parents for movie knowledge.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school or college students or their parents and complete the free online registration. The contest is based on a series of short multiple choice quizzes about a movie. Participants receive 500 points for each correct answer and lose one point for each second taken to finish a question. The top 25 percent of the highest scoring students in the first quiz will be automatically entered into a second quiz round. The highest scoring student at the end of the second quiz wins the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $250.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applicants must complete the free online registration.

CKSF Intern Challenge 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:38:00.000-07:00

CKSF Intern Challenge
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 high school and college students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must register online with CKSF and complete quizzes on various topics. 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
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

College Prep Scholarship for High School Juniors 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:37:00.001-07:00

QuestBridge
P.O. Box 20054
Stanford, CA 94309

Phone: 888-275-2054
Fax: 650-653-2516
Email:
http://www.questbridge.org

Purpose of award: To award high school juniors based on academic merit and financial need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit essays and transcripts. Scholarship packages include one of the following: tuition and room and board for attending the summer school programs of Harvard, Stanford or Yale; SAT prep courses and materials or a computer. Assistance may also include expenses to visit colleges.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 500.
Deadline: May 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Coca-Cola Two-Year College Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:37:00.000-07:00

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
P.O. Box 442
Atlanta, GA 30301

Phone: 800-306-2653
Fax:
Email: questions@coca-colascholars.org
http://www.coca-colascholars.org

Purpose of award: To recognize students enrolled in two-year programs for their academic achievement and community service.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants/nominees should be first- or second-year post-secondary students who intend to complete their education at a two-year degree school. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, but may NOT be children of Coca-Cola employees. Students must have maintained a 2.5 GPA and performed 100+ hours of community service within the 12 months previous to application. Applicants must be planning to enroll in at least two courses at a two-year institution.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

College Prowler Essay Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:36:00.000-07:00

College Prowler Inc.
5001 Baum Boulevard
Suite 750
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Phone: 800-290-2682
Fax: 412-697-1396
Email: scholarship@collegeprowler.com
http://www.collegeprowler.com

Purpose of award: To award students for their advice on entering college.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school sophomores, juniors or seniors or college freshmen or recent transfer students. Students must write essays based on the topics stated on the website. There are monthly and annual winners.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Ongoing.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CollegeNET Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:31:00.000-07:00

CollegeNET Scholarship Review Committee 805 SW Broadway
Suite 1600
Portland, OR 97205

Phone: 503-973-5200
Fax: 503-973-5252
Email: scholarship@collegenet.com
http://www.collegenet.com

Purpose of award: To assist college applicants.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must sign up at the website and visit and participate in forums. Recipients are determined by votes on the website.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$4,000.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: February 24.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Abe Schechter Graduate Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:30:00.001-07:00

Radio and Television News Directors Association
1600 K Street NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-659-6510
Fax: 202-223-4007
Email: rtnda@rtrida.org
http://www.rtnda.org

Purpose of award: To honor professional achievements in electronic journalism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time or incoming. graduate students. Applicants may be enrolled in any major as long as their career intent is television or radio news. Applicants may only apply for one RTNDA scholarship.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 3.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

College Week Live. com Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:30:00.000-07:00

Scholarship Experts

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx

Purpose of award: To encourage students to apply for scholarships and to participate in an online college fair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students in the 9th to 12th grade and legal U.S. residents. In addition to completing the online scholarship application, students must also participate in an online college fair.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 24.
How to apply: Applicants must complete the scholarship application at www.scholarshipexperts.com/showApp.htx?appId=10240&src=rules and participate in the College WeekLive.com college fair.

Curt Greene Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:29:00.002-07:00

Harness Horse Youth Foundation
16575 Carey Road
Westfield, IN 46074

Phone: 317-867-5877
Fax: 317-867-5896
Email: ellen@hhyf.org
http://www.hhyf.org

Purpose of award: To support students who are interested in harness racing.
Eligibility requirements: Students must demonstrate financial need, and they must be at least in their senior year of high school. Applicants must submit an essay and two letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Cultural Ambassadorial Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:29:00.001-07:00

Rotary International
One Rotary Center
1560 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

Phone: 847-866-3000
Fax: 847-328-8554
Email: scholarshipinquiries@rotaryintl.org
http://www.rotary.org

Purpose of award: The scholarships aims to improve international understanding while encouraging friendly relations between people in different countries.
Eligibility requirements: Students must have completed at least two years of college, including at least one year of college-level study of the focus language. Ideal candidates will have excellent leadership skills, demonstrate academic or vocational success, display a commitment to community service and be willing to fulfill their obligations to Rotary according to the terms of the scholarship. Applicants must be citizens of a country containing Rotary clubs, and applications can only be made through a local Rotary club. Rotarians, direct family members of Rotarians and employees or Rotary International or a Rotary district are not eligible for scholarships.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies by Rotary district.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CrossLites Scholarship Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:29:00.000-07:00

CrossLites

Phone:
Fax:
Email: crosslites@gmail.com
http://crosslites.com/scholarship.aspx

Purpose of award: To encourage students to learn about Dr. Charles Parker.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school, undergraduate or graduate students. There are no minimum GPA, SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE or any other test score requirements. Students must write a reflective essay of 400 to 600 words based on one of Dr. Charles Parker's quotes or messages, which are listed on the website. There are winners for the high school, undergraduate and graduate school levels. Selection is based on the judges' score (10 percent) and votes from website visitors (90 percent).
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $300-$1,500.
Number of awards: 9.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dell Scholars Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:28:00.001-07:00

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation P.O. Box 163867
Austin, TX 78716

Phone: 512-329-0799
Fax:
Email: act@dellscholars.org
http://www.msdf.org

Purpose of award: To support underprivileged high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be participants in an approved college readiness program, and they must have at least a 2.4 GPA. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in the fall directly after graduation. Students must also be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need. Selection is based on "individual determination to succeed," future goals, hardships that have been overcome, self motivation and financial need.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: 2.4
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:28:00.000-07:00

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund
P.O. Box 7307
New York, NY 10116

Phone:
Fax:
Email: information@davisputter.org
http://www.davisputter.org

Purpose of award: To assist students who are both academically capable and who aid the progressive movement for peace and justice both on campus and in their communities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students who participate in the progressive movement, acting in the interests of issues such as expansion of civil rights and international solidarity, among others. Applicants must also have demonstrated financial need as well as a solid academic record.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $6,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Dixie Boys Baseball Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:26:00.001-07:00

Dixie Boys Baseball
P.O. Box 8263
Dothan, AL 36304

Phone: 334-793-3331
Fax: 334-793-3331
Email: jjones29@sw.rr.com
http://www.dixie.org

Purpose of award: To help high school seniors who have participated in a franchised Dixie Boys Baseball Inc. program.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must plan to pursue undergraduate studies at a college or university. An application, financial statement, two recommendation letters, proof of baseball participation, transcript and essay are required. Selection is based on class rankings, strong school and community leadership and financial need. Programs are located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 11.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-11T20:26:00.000-07:00

Discover Card
c/o American Association of School Administrators 801 N. Quincy Street
Suite 700
Arlington, VA 22203

Phone: 703-528-0700
Fax: 703-841-1543
Email: tributeaward@aasa.org
http://www.discoverfinancial.com

Purpose of award: To recognize high school juniors for their accomplishments beyond academics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school juniors at an accredited U.S. high school and have a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA for their 9th and 10th grades. Applicants must also show accomplishments in three of the four following areas: Special Talents, Leadership, Obstacles Overcome and Community Service.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Amount: $2,500-$25,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January.
How to apply: Requests for applications are available online.

AI Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship and Conference Program

2011-10-10T17:58:00.000-07:00

Freedom Forum
1101 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22209

Phone: 703-284-2814
Fax: 703-284-3529
Email: freespirit@freedomforum.org
http://www.freedomforum.org/freespirit

Purpose of award: To provide assistance to students who meet the criteria of being a "free spirit."
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in journalism and who are "free spirits," defined as those who "dream, dare and do."
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$50,000
Number of awards: 102.
Deadline: October 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Italian American. Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:57:00.000-07:00

National Italian American Foundation 1860 19th Street NW
Washington; DC 20009

Phone: 202-387-0600
Fax: 202-387-0800
Email: scholarships@niaf.org
http://www.niaf.org

Purpose of award: To support Italian American students and students of any ethnic background studying Italian language or studies.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must either be Italian American students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement or be students from any ethnic background majoring or minoring in Italian language, Italian studies. Italian American studies or a related field and demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Applicants must also plan to be or currently be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education, have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be U.S. citizens or .permanent residents.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Sculpture Society Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:56:00.002-07:00

National Literature Scholarship - Siddhartha

2011-10-10T17:56:00.001-07:00

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 interested in literature.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must register online with CKSF. Students must read "Siddhartha' by Herman Hesse and take four online quizzes about the novel. 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
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 26.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Latin Exam Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:56:00.000-07:00

National Latin Exam
University of Mary Washington
1301 College Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Phone: 888-378-7721
Fax:
Email: nle@umw.edu
http://www.nle.org

Purpose of award: To reward students for their Latin proficiency.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be gold medal winners in Latin III-N Prose, III-IV Poetry or Latin V-VI on the National Latin Exam. Applicants must be high school seniors who agree to take at least one Latin or classical Greek each semester during their first year of college. A classics in translation course does not count.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 21. Scholarship maybe renewable.
Deadline: September 15.
How to apply: Applications are mailed to eligible students. Renewal applications are available online.

Nido Qubein Scholarship 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:55:00.001-07:00

National Speakers Association
1500 S. Priest Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281

Phone: 480-968-2552
Fax: 480-968-0911
Email:
http://www.nsaspeaker.org

Purpose of award: To encourage study in the field of professional speaking.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students majoring or minoring in speech. Selection is based on application, essay, recommendation and college transcript.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.

NFMC Lynn Freeman Olson Composition Awards

2011-10-10T17:55:00.000-07:00

National Federation of Music Clubs Olson Awards James Schnars
6550 Shoreline Drive Suite 7505
St. Petersburg, FL 33708

Phone: 317-638-4003
Fax: 317-638-0503
Email: info@nfmc-music.org
http://www.nfmc-music.org

Purpose of award: To support student composers.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be at least in grade 7 and no older than age 25. Three awards are given, one for each category: intermediate (grades 7 to 9), high school (grades 10 to 12) and advanced (high school graduates through age 25). Applicants must be members of the National Federation of Music Clubs and must submit an original piano composition to be judged. This biennial award is given in odd numbered years.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Optimist International Essay Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:54:00.001-07:00

Optimist International
4494 Lindell Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108

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

Purpose of award: To reward students based on their essay-writing skills.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be under 19 years of age as of December 31 of the current school year and application must be made through a local Optimist Club. The essay topic is, "I want to make a difference because ... » Applicants compete at the club, district and international level. - District winners receive a $650 scholarship, and three international winners receive prizes up to'$6,OOO. Scoring is based on organization, vocabulary and style, grammar and punctuation, neatness and adherence to the contest rules.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $650-$6,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 28.
How to apply: Contact your local Optimist Club.

NJCL Scholarships 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:54:00.000-07:00

National Junior Classical League 1122 Oak Street North
Fargo, ND 58102

Phone: 513-529-7741
Fax: 513-529-7742
Email: administrator@njcl.org
http://www.njcl.org

Purpose of award: To support students studying the classics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be NJCL members in good standing, entering college the upcoming year, and studying the classics. Special consideration is given to those planning to teach Latin, Greek or classical humanities. Selection is based on financial need, JCL service, academics and recommendations.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1000-$2,000.
Number of awards: 8.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by written request.

Prize In Ethics Essay Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:53:00.001-07:00

Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity
555 Madison Avenue, 20th Floor
New York, NY 10022

Phone: 212-490-7788
Fax: 212-490-6006
Email: info@eliewieselfoundation.org
http://www.eliewieselfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To promote the thought and discussion of ethics and their place in education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be registered full-time juniors and seniors at accredited colleges and universities in the U.S. Students must write an essay dealing with ethics and have a faculty sponsor review their essay and sign the entry form.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$5,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: December 7.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Patriot's Pen Youth ESSOY Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:53:00.000-07:00

Veterans of Foreign Wars
406 W. 34th Street
Kansas City, MO 64111

Phone: 816-756-3390
Fax: 816-968-1149
Email: info@vfw.org
http://www.vfw.org

Purpose of award: To give students in grades 6 through 8 an opportunity to write essays that express their views on democracy.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled as a 6th, 7th or 8th grader in a public, private or parochial school in the U.S., its territories .or possessions. Home-schooled students and dependents of U.S. military Of civilian personnel in overseas schools may also apply. Foreign exchange students and former applicants who placed in the national finals are ineligible. Students must submit essays based on an annual theme to their local VFW posts. If an essay is picked to advance, . the entry is judged at the District (regional) level, then the Department (state) level and finally at the National level. Essays are judged 30 percent on knowledge of the theme, 35 percent on development of the theme and 35 percent on clarity.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by contacting the local VFW office. Entries must be turned into the local VFW office. Contact information for these offices can be found online or by calling the VFW National Programs headquarters at 816-968-1117.

Allstudentloan.org College Scholarship Program for Business Students 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:52:00.001-07:00

All Student Loan Corporation
HS Scholarship Program
6701 Center Drive
Suite 500
Los Angeles, CA 90045-1547

Phone: 888-271-9721
Fax: 310-979-4714
Email: faoss@allstudendoan.org
http://www.allstudentloan.org

Purpose of award: To reward members of business-related student organizations.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or post-secondary students who are active members of one of these vocational student organizations: Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL), Business Professionals of America (BPA) or DECA for the current academic year. They must be enrolled in post-secondary institutions that participate in the Federal Family Education Loan Program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

GNC Nutritional Research Grant 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:52:00.000-07:00

National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Foundation 1885 Bob Johnson Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Phone: 800-815-6826
Fax: 719-632-6367
Email: nsca@nsca-lift.org
http://www.nsca-Iift.org

Purpose of award: To fund nutrition-based research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be NSCA members for one year before applying and pursuing careers in strength and conditioning. Students must also plan a research project that falls within the mission of the NSCA and submit a proposal describing the rationale, purpose and methods of the planned research. Applications are evaluated based on grades, courses, experience, honors, recommendations and involvement in the communiry and with NSCA.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 1
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available with membership.

Scholarship Program for Young Pianists 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:51:00.001-07:00

Chopin Foundation of the United States, Inc.
1440 79th Street Causeway
Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141

Phone: 305-868-0624
Fax: 305-865-5150
Email: info@chopin.org
http://www.chopin.org

Purpose of award: To support pianists to prepare and qualify for the American National Chopin Piano Competition.
Eligibility requirements: The program is available .to any qualified American pianists age 14 to 17 who are enrolled In secondary or undergraduate institutions as full-time students. Applicants also must study music and major in piano. They must submit applications, statements of career goals, two references, audio tapes, and $25 fees.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online .

Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship Program 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:51:00.000-07:00

Rotary International
One Rotary Center
1560 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

Phone: 847-866-3000
Fax: 847-328-8554
Email: scholarshipinquiries@rotaryincl.org
http://www.rotary.org

Purpose of award: To further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be citizens of a country in which there are Rotary clubs and have completed at least two years of college-level' coursework or equivalent professional experience before starting their scholarship studies. Initial applications are made through local clubs. Students must be proficient in the language of the proposed host country.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: As early as March for club deadlines.
How to apply: Applications are available through your local Rotary club or online.

Signet Classic Student Scholarship Essay Contest 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:50:00.001-07:00

Penguin Group (USA)
Academic Marketing Department Signet Classic Student Scholarship 375 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://us.penguingroup.com/ static/html/ services-academic/ essayhome.html

Purpose of award: To reward high school students for their essays on literature.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school juniors or seniors or equivalent home schooled students and write an essay on one of four selected topics based on a piece of literature. Each English teacher may only submit one junior and one senior essay. Selection is based on style, content, grammar and originality.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: English teachers submit entries.

Scholarships to Oslo International Summer School 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:50:00.000-07:00

Sons of Norway
1455 W. Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408

Phone: 800-945-8851
Fax: 612-827-0658
Email:
http://www.sofn.com

Purpose of award: To give financial support to students who attend Oslo International Summer School.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants who are admitted to Oslo International Summer School and who are Sons of Norway members or children or grandchildren of current members are eligible. Selection is based on financial need, essay, GPA and letters of recommendation. Extra consideration is given to students who are members of Sons of Norway.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Student Academy Awards 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:49:00.001-07:00

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences 8949 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Phone: 310-247-3000
Fax:
Email: rmiller@oscars.org
http://www.oscars.org

Purpose of award: To support student filmmakers with no previous professional experience who are enrolled as full-time students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students at an accredited U.S. college, university, film school or art school. Films must be made as a part of a school curriculum in the categories of alternative, animation, documentary or narrative. Entries must have been completed after April 1 of the previous year. In case of graduation or other departure from a program, a film may be submitted up to one year from that date. All entries must be submitted on DVD-R format. Selection is based on originality, entertainment, production quality and resourcefulness.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 3 per category.
Deadline: April 2.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Stella Blum Research Grant for 2012-2013

2011-10-10T17:49:00.000-07:00

Costume Society of America (CSA)
Ann Wass
5903 60th Avenue Riverdale, MD 20737

Phone: 800-272-9447
Fax: 908-359-7619
Email: national.oflice@costumesocietyamerica.com
http://www.costumesocietyamerica.com

Purpose of award: To support a CSA student member working in the field of North American costume.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be accepted into an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited university for the time during which the grant would apply, conduct a research project in the area of North American costume and be members of the Costume Society of America (CSA) in good standing. Applications are judged according to significance of topic, feasibility, time frame, methodology, bibliography, budget, applicants' qualifications and how the research might further the field of costumes.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000 plus a travel component of up to $500 to attend National Symposium.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email or phone.