National Scholarships
The following is a comprehensive list of national scholarships in alphabetical order.
1. ALL-INK.COM COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
All-Ink.com
CONTACT: P.O. Box 50868, Provo, UT 84605
PHONE: (888) 567-6511
FAX: (801) 794-0124
EMAIL: scholarship@all-ink.com
WEBSITE: www.all-ink.com/scholarship.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Five awards between $500-$2000
DEADLINE: December 31
ELIGIBILITY: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Open to high school seniors and above. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Must submit two essays. Applications must be submitted online
2. AIA/AAF MINORITY/DISADVANTAGED SCHOLARSHIP
American Architectural Foundation
CONTACT: Mary Felber, 1735 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20006
PHONE: (202) 626-7318
FAX: (202) 626-7420
EMAIL: mfelber@archfoundation.org
WEBSITE: www.archfoundation.org/scholarships/index.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 20 awards at $500-$2500
DEADLINE: Early December
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and college freshmen. Must be studying or plan to study architecture. Must be entering a NAAB-accredited architecture program. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by a guidance counselor or person aware of student's interest in architecture.
3. AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
American Chemical Society
CONTACT: Robert J. Hughes, 1155 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036
PHONE: (800) 227-5558 ext. 6250
FAX: (202) 776-8003
EMAIL: r_hughes@acs.org
WEBSITE: www.chemistry.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Maximum of $3000
DEADLINE: February 15
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African American, Hispanic, and American Indian students. U.S. citizen or permanent residents only. Must be a graduating senior or current undergraduate student. Must be an undergraduate majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or other chemically related fields. Also open to community college freshman majoring in a two-year chemical technology program. Merit and need based.
4. AMERICAN FOREIGN SERVICE ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST
American Foreign Service Association
CONTACT: Perri Green, 2101 E Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037
PHONE: (800) 704-AFSA
FAX: (202) 338-6820
EMAIL: member@afsa.or
WEBSITE: www.afsa.org/essaycontest/rules.cfm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: One award of $2500, one of $1250, and one of $750
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens or permanent residents only. Must be a high school student. Must be a high school student in the U.S. or in U.S. territories, or must be a U.S. citizen overseas. Must submit an essay on diplomacy. Merit based.
5. AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Foundation for the Blind
CONTACT: Julie Tucker, 11 Penn Plaza Suite 300, New York, NY 10001
PHONE: (212) 502-7661
FAX: (212) 502-7771
EMAIL: juliet@afb.net
WEBSITE: www.afb.org/info_document_view.asp?DocumentID=1842
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: April 30
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be accepted into college. Must be legally blind and be able to submit evidence of legal blindness. Must submit proof of acceptance at college or university. Merit and need based.
6. AMERICAN HOTEL FOUNDATION - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Hotel Foundation
CONTACT: Michelle Poinelli, 1201 New York Avenue, NW # 600, Washington, DC 20005-3931
PHONE: (202) 289-3181
FAX: (202) 289-3199
EMAIL: mpoinelli@ahlef.org
WEBSITE: www.ahlf.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: One of the scholarships is designated for minority students. Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in hospitality management. Merit based.
7. AMERICAN INDIAN COLLEGE FUND - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Indian College Fund
CONTACT: 8333 Greenwood Boulevard, Denver, CO 80221
PHONE: (303) 426-8900
FAX: (303) 426-1200
EMAIL: scholarships@collegefund.org
WEBSITE: www.collegefund.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Must be American Indian. Must be enrolled in an Indian tribe. Must be enrolled at one of the 32 official tribal colleges.
8. AMERICAN INDIAN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING SOCIETY - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Indian Science and Engineering Society
CONTACT: Scholarship Coordinator, P.O. Box 9828, Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828
PHONE: (505) 765-1052
FAX: (505) 765-5608
EMAIL: scholarship@aises.orgWEBSITE:www.aises.org/highered/scholarships/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Must be American Indian/Alaskan Native. Must be an undergraduate or graduate student. Must be majoring in engineering, science, medicine, math, or environmental studies. Must be an AISES member. Merit based.
9. AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
CONTACT: 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036-8775
PHONE: (212) 596-6200
FAX: (212) 596-6213
WEBSITE: www.aicpa.org/nolimits/become/ships/AICPA.htm#accountemp
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Some of the scholarships are designated for minority students or women. Must be studying accounting and planning to become a CPA. Merit and need based.
10. AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
CONTACT: 3 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5991
PHONE: (212) 591-7634
FAX: (212) 591-8890
EMAIL: awards@aiche.org
WEBSITE: www.aiche.org/students/studentawards/stulist.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Some of the scholarships are designated for minority students. Must be studying or intending to study chemical engineering. Merit and need based.
11. AMERICAN METEOROLOGICAL SOCIETY INDUSTRY MINORITY SCHOLARSHIPS
American Meteorological Society
CONTACT: Donna Fernandez, 45 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108-3693
PHONE: (617) 227-2426 ext. 246
EMAIL: dfernand@ametsoc.org
WEBSITE: www.ametsoc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $3000 for 2 years
DEADLINE: February
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic, African or Native American U.S. citizens only. Must be entering freshman year of college. Must be pursuing a career in atmospheric, oceanic, or hydrologic sciences. Merit based.
12. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MINORITY UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN PHYSICS
American Physical Society
CONTACT: One Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740-3844
PHONE: (301) 209-3232
FAX: (301) 209-0865
EMAIL: education@aps.org
WEBSITE: www.aps.org/educ/com/scholars/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $2000
DEADLINE: First Friday in February
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African American, Hispanic American, or Native American students. U.S. citizens or permanent residents only. Open to high school seniors, college freshmen and sophomores. Must be studying physics.
13. ASSOCIATION FOR WOMEN IN PHYSICS UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS
Association for Women in Science
CONTACT: Barbara Filner, 1200 New York Avenue Suite 650, Washington, DC 20005
PHONE: (202) 326-8940
FAX: (202) 326-8960
EMAIL: awisedfd@awis.org
WEBSITE: www.awis.org/ed_foundation.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $100-$1000
DEADLINE: January 17
ELIGIBILITY: Open to women only. U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Must have minimum 3.75 GPA and SAT of at least 1200 or an ACT score of 25. Must have plans to do research or teach. Eligible fields include behavioral, life, and physical sciences and engineering. Merit and need based.
14. L. RON HUBBARD'S WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS OF THE FUTURE AWARD
Author Services, Inc.
CONTACT: P.O. Box 1630, Los Angeles, CA 90078
PHONE: (323) 466-3310
EMAIL: contests@authorservicesinc.com
WEBSITE: www.ronthewriter.org/page110.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: October 1, January 1, April 1, July 1
REQUIREMENTS: Writers' entries must be original works in English. Entries must be works of prose and up to 17,000 words in length. Entries must be science fiction, fantasy or horror with fantastic elements. Illustrators must submit three black-and white illustrations in science fiction or fantasy. Merit based.
15. ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
AXA Achievement
CONTACT: Scholarship Management Services, 1505 Riverview Road P.O. Box 297, Saint Peter, MN 56082
PHONE: (800) 537-4180
EMAIL: axaachievement@csfa.org
WEBSITE: www.axa-achievement.com/leadpage.php
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 62 between $10,000 and $25,000 each
DEADLINE: December 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Must demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in an activity in school, community, or workplace. Must be recommended by an adult professional who can attest to the student's achievement. Merit based. Only the first 10,000 applications received before the deadline will be considered.
16. AYN RAND INSTITUTE - VARIOUS ESSAY CONTESTS
Ayn Rand Institute
CONTACT: P.O. Box 57044, Irvine, CA 92619-7044
PHONE: (949) 222-6550
FAX: (949) 222-6558
EMAIL: essay@aynrand.org
WEBSITE: www.aynrand.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Awards range from $30 to $10,000
DEADLINE: March 18
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school and college students. Must submit an essay on an assigned topic on the works of Ayn Rand. Merit based.
17. THE GLORIA BARRON PRIZE FOR YOUNG HEROES
Barron Prize Foundation
CONTACT: Barbara Ann Richman, P.O. Box 17, Boulder, CO 80306-0017
PHONE: (970) 875-1448
FAX: (970) 875-1451
EMAIL: ba_richman@barronprize.org
WEBSITE: www.barronprize.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Several at $2000 each
DEADLINE: April 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. and Canadian citizens only. Must be between the ages of 8 and 18. Must have shown leadership and courage in public service to people and the planet. Must be nominated by an adult. Merit based.
18. CRYSTAL GREEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Blood Assurance Foundation
CONTACT: 700 East Third Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403
PHONE: (800) 962-0628
FAX: (423) 752-8460
EMAIL: lak@bloodassurance.org
WEBSITE: www.bloodassurance.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Eight at $1000 each
DEADLINE: April 15
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors. Applicants will be judged on academic performance, community involvement, and a marketing plan for a blood drive. Must have a B average and at least a 20 on the ACT, and 1100 on the SAT. Blood donors will be given special consideration. Merit and need based.
19. BURGER KING SCHOLARS
Burger King
CONTACT: Scholarship Management Services, 1505 Riverview Road P.O. Box 297, Saint Peter, MN 56082-0480
PHONE: (305) 378-3535
EMAIL: bk@csfa.org
WEBSITE: www.burgerking.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 2000 awards at $1000
DEADLINE: December 15
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and work at least 15 hours per week. Must participate community service. Applicants can be, but do not need to be Burger King employees. Merit and need based. Must be nominated by school or employer.
20. CALGON TMA SCHOLARSHIP
Calgon
CONTACT: c/o Maddenmedia, 1650 East Ft. Lowell Road Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85719
WEBSITE: www.takemeaway.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$7000
DEADLINE: February 14
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. U.S. residents. Open to enrolled college students. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Submissions will be judged on student's academic performance, extracurricular activity, and essay response. Must be at least 18 years old, enrolled and matriculating at a college/university. Merit based.
21. RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM
CAP Charitable Foundation
CONTACT: Fran Hardey, 1160 Pepsi Place Suite 206, Charlottesville, VA 22901
PHONE: (434) 964-1588
FAX: (434) 964-1589
EMAIL: franh@ronbrown.org
WEBSITE: www.ronbrown.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 10 at $10,000 over 4 years
DEADLINE: January 9
ELIGIBILITY: Open to African American students only. U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service. Merit based.
22. CARPE DIEM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Carpe Diem Foundation of Illinois
CONTACT: Gordon Levine, P.O. Box 3194, Chicago, IL 60690-3194
EMAIL: glevine@carpediemfoundation.org
WEBSITE: www.carpediemfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Several awards between $2500 and $5000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior or current undergraduate. Must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service. Priority is given to students whose parents are or who have been employed in public service. Merit based. Do not have to be an Illinois resident.
23. A. PATRICK CHARNON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Center for Educational Solutions
CONTACT: Box 208, San Francisco, CA 94104-0208
PHONE: (925) 934-7304
EMAIL: scholarship@cesresources.org
WEBSITE: www.cesresources.org/charnon.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500
DEADLINE: April 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be admitted or enrolled in college. Must be a college student in good academic standing who values tolerance, compassion, and respect for all people in their communities. Student must have demonstrated commitment to these values by their actions. Merit based. Only the first 500 complete applications will be accepted
24. CHAPEL OF FOUR CHAPLAINS ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST
Chapel of Four Chaplains
CONTACT: 1201 Constitution Avenue Philadelphia Naval Business Center, Building 649, Philadelphia, PA 19112
PHONE: (215) 218-1943
FAX: (215) 218-1949
EMAIL: chapel@fourchaplains.org
WEBSITE: www.fourchaplains.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $300-$1000
DEADLINE: November 8
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must submit an essay on an assigned topic. Merit based.
25. CHAPEL OF THE FOUR CHAPLAINS NATIONAL ART CONTEST
Chapel of Four Chaplains
CONTACT: 1201 Constitution Avenue Philadelphia Naval Business Center, Building 649, Philadelphia, PA 19112
PHONE: (215) 218-1943
FAX: (215) 218-1949
EMAIL: chapel@fourchaplains.org
WEBSITE: www.fourchaplains.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$1000
DEADLINE: December 6
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Student artists are encouraged to capture the spirit of the theme in whatever manner they wish, through representational, stylized, or abstract means of expression. Merit based.
26. CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) DIVISION OF HOMELAND MINISTRIES - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Division of Homeland Ministries
CONTACT: P.O. Box 1986, Indianapolis, IN 46206
PHONE: (888) 346-2631
EMAIL: homelandministries@dhm.disciples.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Some scholarships are designated for women and nontraditional students. Various criteria. Merit and need based.
27. CHRISTOPHERS POSTER CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Christophers
CONTACT: 12 East 48th Street, New York, NY 10017
PHONE: (212) 759-4050
FAX: (212) 838-5073
EMAIL: mail@christophers.org
WEBSITE: www.christophers.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $100-$1000
DEADLINE: January 24
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school student. Must submit a poster with the theme "You can make a difference." Merit based.
28. DAUGHTERS OF THE CINCINNATI SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Daughters of the Cincinnati
CONTACT: 122 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10022
PHONE: (212) 319-6915
WEBSITE: http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/cincinnati/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000 to $3000
DEADLINE: March 15
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Must be a daughter of a commissioned officer in the U.S. Military. Merit and need based.
29. DECA - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Distributive Education Clubs of America
CONTACT: Kathy Onion, 1908 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191
PHONE: (703) 860-5000
FAX: (703) 860-4013
EMAIL: Kathy_Onion@deca.org
WEBSITE: www.deca.org/scholarships/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
REQUIREMENTS: Must be a DECA member. Check website for specific requirements. Merit based.
30. EDUCATION IS FREEDOM NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Education is Freedom
CONTACT: c/o 7-Eleven, Inc. 2711 North Haskell Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204
PHONE: (866) 343-3382
WEBSITE: www.educationisfreedom.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies, ranging from $500-$5000
DEADLINE: March 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior or high school graduate. Must have a good record of academic achievement, work history, and community service. Must be under the age of 24. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Merit
and need based. Renewable for up to three years.
31. GLOBAL CITIZEN AWARD
EF Tours
CONTACT: 1 Education Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
PHONE: (617) 619-1300
FAX: (617) 619-1001
EMAIL: marisa.talbot@ef.co
WEBSITE: www.eftours.com/public/learn/GlobalCitizen/
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 12 for a 10-day European Tour and scholarship award
DEADLINE: February 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents only. Must be a high school senior. Must write an essay and be nominated by your school.
32. EXECUTIVE WOMEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Executive Women International
CONTACT: 515 South 700 East Suite 2A, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
PHONE: (801) 355-2800
FAX: (801) 355-2852
EMAIL: ewi@executivewomen.org
WEBSITE: www.executivewomen.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $10,000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Open to high school juniors. Interest in business or any professional field. Only one student per high school may apply. You must live with 50 miles of a participating chapter to qualify. Check national office for local chapters; contact your local chapter for application procedures.
33. FAMILY, COMMUNITY, AND CAREER LEADERS OF AMERICA - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Family, Community, and Career Leaders of America
CONTACT: 1910 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191
PHONE: (703) 476-4900
WEBSITE: www.fcclainc.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must be a FCCLA member and meet various other requirements. Merit based.
34. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Future Farmers of America
CONTACT: 6060 FFA Drive P.O. Box 68960, Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
PHONE: (317) 802-6060
FAX: (317) 802-6061
EMAIL: scholarships@ffa.org
WEBSITE: www.ffa.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Many scholarships at various amounts.
DEADLINE: February 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be a member of FFA. Applicants should have an interest in agricultural fields.
35. GIRL SCOUTS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.
CONTACT: 420 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10018-2798
PHONE: (800) 478-7248
EMAIL: jfg@girlscouts.org
WEBSITE: www.girlscouts.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be a Girl Scout. Requirements vary for each scholarship.
36. GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada
CONTACT: 180 North Michigan Avenue Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60601-1210
PHONE: (312) 977-9700
FAX: (312) 977-4806
WEBSITE: www.gfoa.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Some of the scholarships are designated for minority students. Must be preparing for a career in government finance.
37. GUARDIAN'S GIRLS GOING PLACES
Guardian Life Insurance
CONTACT: Attn: Girls Going Places, H-25-E 7 Hanover Square, New York, NY 10004
PHONE: (866) 425-4542
EMAIL: diana_acevedo@glic.com
WEBSITE: www.glic.com/wc/index.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 15 between $1000 and $10,000
DEADLINE: February 28
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be between the ages of 12 and 16. Must demonstrate steps towards financial independence and budding entrepreneurship. Merit based. Must be nominated by an adult.
38. HBCU MINORITY STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
HBCU-CENTAL.COM
CONTACT: 7846 Grandlin Park Court, Blacklick, OH 43004
EMAIL: director@hbcu-central.com
WEBSITE: www.hbcu-central.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: May 1
ELIGIBILITY: A large majority of the scholarships will be awarded to minority and female candidates. U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and current undergraduates. Must be enrolled in or attending a Historically Black College/University. Merit and need based.
39. HISPANIC DESIGNERS – VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Hispanic Designers Inc.
CONTACT: 1101 30th Street, NW Suite 500, Washington, DC 20007
PHONE: (202) 337-9636
FAX: (202) 337-9635
EMAIL: HispDesign@aol.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500-$5000
DEADLINE: August 30
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic students. Open to college students. Must be enrolled in accredited fashion design school or other accredited institution for a program in a related field.
40. HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
CONTACT: 55 Second Street Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94105
PHONE: (877) 473-4636
FAX: (415) 808-2302
EMAIL: info@hsf.net
WEBSITE: www.hsf.net/scholarship/highschool.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$2500
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic students. Must be a high school senior. Must be of Hispanic heritage (one parent fully Hispanic or both parents half Hispanic). Must have a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0. Students may only apply to one Hispanic Scholarship Fund Nationwide scholarship program per academic year.
41. HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE ESSAY CONTEST
Holocaust Remembrance Project
CONTACT: Thomas E. Holocombe, 400 North Ashley Drive Suite 2050, Tampa, FL 33602
PHONE: (866) 452-2737
EMAIL: tholcomb@hklaw.com
WEBSITE: www.holocaust.hklaw.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $100-$5000
DEADLINE: April 30
ELIGIBILITY: Open to citizens of the U.S. and Mexico. Open to high school students, age 19 and under. Must submit an essay on the Holocaust. Merit based.
42. HORACE MANN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Horace Mann
CONTACT: One Horace Mann Plaza, Springfield, IL 62715
PHONE: (800) 999-1030
WEBSITE: www.horacemann.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 31 awards between $1000 and $20,000
DEADLINE: February 12
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors. Must be a child of a public school employee. Must have a B average, at least 23 ACT or 1100 on the SAT.
43. HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Horatio Alger Association
CONTACT: 99 Canal Center Plaza, Alexandria, VA 22314
PHONE: (703) 684-9444
FAX: (703) 684-9445
EMAIL: association@horatioalger.com
WEBSITE: www.horatioalger.com/scholarships
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 100 at $10,000 each
DEADLINE: October 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only (or be in the process of obtaining citizenship). Must be a high school senior. Must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA and be involved with community activities. Must demonstrate critical financial need. Merit and need based.
44. IMATION COMPUTER ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
Imation
CONTACT: One Imation Place, Oakdale, MN 55128
PHONE: (888) 466-3456
FAX: (888) 704-4200
EMAIL: communityrelations@imation.com
WEBSITE: www.imation.com/computerarts
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 25 awards at $1000 each
DEADLINE: December 13
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school student. Original computer art must be submitted. Applicants must be nominated by high school. Merit based. Applications are only accepted online.
45. INSTITUTES FOR BRAND LEADERSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Institute for Brand Leadership
EMAIL: brandpower@instituteforbrandleadership.org
WEBSITE: www.instituteforbrandleadership.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 3 prizes from $500 to $3000
DEADLINE: October 15
REQUIREMENTS: Must submit an essay about brands. Merit based. Entries only accepted via email.
46. CINTAS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Institute of International Education
CONTACT: 809 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017
PHONE: (212) 984-5565
EMAIL: cintas@iie.org
WEBSITE: www.iie.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 3 awards at $10,000 each
DEADLINE: April 1
REQUIREMENTS: Open to artists who are of Cuban citizenship or direct lineage but do not reside in Cuba, working in the fields of architecture, music composition, visual arts and photography, and literature. Merit based.
45. INVERNESS "IS ALL EARS" CONTEST
Inverness Corporation
CONTACT: 17-10 Willow Street, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
PHONE: (201) 794-3400
EMAIL: service@invernesscorp.com
WEBSITE: www.invernesscorp.com/contest
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Three awards between $1000 and $5000
DEADLINE: February 28
ELIGIBILITY: Must be in high school. Must write 150-word essay on the following topic: If you had the ear of any special person, famous or not, what would you tell them and why? Must be 14-19 years old to enter. Merit based.
46. JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Jackie Robinson Foundation
CONTACT: 3 West 35th Street, 11th floor, New York, NY 10001
PHONE: (212) 290-8600
FAX: (212) 290-8081
EMAIL: requests@jackierobinson.org
WEBSITE: www.jackierobinson.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $6000, renewable
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to minority students only. U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Must demonstrate leadership potential and interest in community. Must have an SAT score of at least 900 or an ACT score of at least 23. Merit and need based.
47. PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY CONTEST
John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library
CONTACT: Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
PHONE: (617) 929-1204
EMAIL: profiles@nara.gov
WEBSITE: www.jfkcontest.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Seven awards from $500-$3000
DEADLINE: Early January
ELIGIBILITY: Must be in high school. Must be in grades 9-12 in the U.S., U.S. territories, or a U.S. citizen attending school overseas. Must submit an essay on the meaning of political courage. Merit based.
48. JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Junior Achievement, Inc.
CONTACT: One Education Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
PHONE: (719) 540-8000
FAX: (719) 540-6299
EMAIL: trowley@ja.org
WEBSITE: www.ja.org/programs/programs_schol.shtml
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
REQUIREMENTS: Must be a participant in Junior Achievement programs. Some local JA organizations offer scholarships as well; contact your local chapter for more information.
49. "MY TURN" ESSAY COMPETITION
Kaplan/Newsweek
CONTACT: 888 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10106
PHONE: (800) KAPTEST
EMAIL: katy_roy@kaplan.com
WEBSITE: www.kaptest.com/essay/index.jhtml
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Ten awards of up to $5000
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens or residents. Must be in high school. Must be a high school student planning to attend college. Submit a 500-1000-word personal essay on a topic of your choice. Merit based.
50. KARLA SCHERER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Karla Scherer Foundation
CONTACT: 737 North Michigan Avenue Suite 2330, Chicago, IL 60611
WEBSITE: http://comnet.org/kschererf
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Approximately 25 awards
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. High school seniors and above. Must be majoring in finance or economics with plans for a corporate business career in the private sector. Merit and need based.
51. LADIES AUXILIARY TO THE VFW - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW
CONTACT: 406 West 34th Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
PHONE: (816) 561-8655
FAX: (816) 931-4753
EMAIL: info@ladiesauxvfw.com
WEBSITE: www.ladiesauxvfw.com/scholarships.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Various criteria for each scholarship and award.
52. LAGRANT FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Lagrant Communications
CONTACT: 555 South Flower Street Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90017-2300
PHONE: (323) 469-8680
FAX: (323) 469-8683
WEBSITE: www.lagrantfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 10 at $5000
DEADLINE: March 31
ELIGIBILITY: Open to minority students. U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and undergraduate students. Open to public relations, marketing, or advertising majors. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Merit and need based.
53. LULAC NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
League of United Latin American Citizens
CONTACT: 2000 L Street NW Suite 610, Washington, DC 20036
PHONE: (202) 833-6130
EMAIL: LNESCAward@aol.com
WEBSITE: www.lulac.org/Programs/Scholar.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic students. U.S. citizens or legal residents. Open to high school seniors and current undergraduates. There are various requirements for each scholarship. Merit and need based.
54. MEXICAN AMERICAN GROCERS ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Mexican American Grocers Association
CONTACT: 405 North San Fernadno Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031
PHONE: (323) 227-1565
FAX: (213) 227-6935
WEBSITE: www.buscapique.com/latinusa/buscafile/oeste/maga.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: July 31
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic students. Must be a current undergraduate. Must be preparing for a career in sales, merchandising, and marketing in the grocery industry. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Merit and need based.
55. NATIONAL ALLIANCE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
National Alliance for Excellence, Inc.
CONTACT: 1070-H, Highway 34 #205, Matawan, NJ 07747
PHONE: (732) 765-1730
EMAIL: info@excellence.org
WEBSITE: www.excellence.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$5000
DEADLINE: June 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and above. Various requirements in the areas of academics, technological innovation, visual arts, performing arts. Merit based.
56. RUBÉN SALAZAR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
CONTACT: 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20045-2001
PHONE: (888) 346-NAHJ
FAX: (202) 662-7144
EMAIL: nahj@nahj.org
WEBSITE: www.nahj.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Last Friday in January
ELIGIBILITY: Open to Hispanic students. Open to high school seniors and above. Must show a strong commitment to the field of journalism and an awareness of issues of the Latino community. Merit and need based.
57. THE FREEDOM FORUM-NCAA SPORTS-JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
National Collegiate Athletic Association
CONTACT: The NCAA Leadership Advisory Board, P.O. Box 6222, Indianapolis, IN 46206-6222
PHONE: (317) 917-6477
WEBSITE: www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Eight at $3000 each
DEADLINE: December 13
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school junior. Must have career goals in sports journalism and major in journalism or have experience in campus sports journalism. Merit based.
58. NFIB FREE ENTERPRISE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
CONTACT: 1201 F Street NW, Suite 201, Washington, DC 20004
PHONE: (800) NFIB-NOW
WEBSITE: www.NFIBEducationFoundation.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 100 at $1000 each
DEADLINE: March 31
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit and initiative. Must be nominated by a NFIB member. Merit based.
59. NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
National Institutes of Health
CONTACT: Office of Loan Repayment and Scholarship, 2 Center Drive MSC 0230, Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
PHONE: (800) 528-7689
FAX: (301) 480-3123
EMAIL: ugsp@nih.gov
WEBSITE: http://ugsp.info.nih.gov
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 15 at $20,000 each
DEADLINE: February 28
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or a qualified non-citizen. Open to high school seniors and above. Must be committed to a career in biomedical, behavioral, or social science health-related research. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA or be in the top 5 percent of her/his class. Must have "exceptional financial need" (EFN), as defined by the Federal Government. Merit and need based.
60. NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
National Urban League
CONTACT: 120 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005
PHONE: (212) 558-5300 FAX: (212) 344-5332
EMAIL: info@nul.org
WEBSITE: www.nul.org/caaa/scholarship/school_guidebook.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
REQUIREMENTS: Various criteria for each scholarship and award.
61. INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN PILOTS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Ninety Nines, International Association of Women Pilots
CONTACT: 4300 Amelia Earhart Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73159
PHONE: (800) 994-1929
FAX: (405) 685-7985
EMAIL: ihq99s@cs.com
WEBSITE: www.ninety-nines.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Scholarships for female pilots, various other criteria.
62. SWACKHAMER PEACE ESSAY CONTEST
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
CONTACT: PMB 121 1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 1, Santa Barbara, CA 93108-2794
PHONE: (805) 965-3443
FAX: (805) 568-0466
EMAIL: education@napf.org
WEBSITE: www.wagingpeace.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: One award at $1500, one at $1000, one at $500
DEADLINE: June 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school student. Must submit a 1500 word essay on peace. Merit based.
63. ORGANIZATION OF CHINESE AMERICANS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Organization of Chinese Americans
CONTACT: 1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 601, Washington, DC 20036
PHONE: (202) 223-5500
FAX: (202) 296-0540
EMAIL: OCA@ocanatl.org
WEBSITE: www.ocanatl.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Asian Pacific Americans only. Some scholarships are designated for women only. Various requirements.
64. OUTSTANDING STUDENTS OF AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP
Outstanding Students of America
CONTACT: 3047 Sagefield Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
PHONE: (205) 344-6322
EMAIL: info@outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
WEBSITE: www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000
DEADLINE: October 15
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Emphasis on community and school involvement. Merit based.
65. SIGNET CLASSIC STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Signet Classic
CONTACT: 375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
PHONE: (212) 366-2377
EMAIL: academic@us.penguingroup.com
WEBSITE: www.penguinputnam.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Five at $1000 each
DEADLINE: April 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. residents. Open to high school juniors and seniors. Must submit an essay on an assigned competition book. Essay must be submitted by a high school English teacher on behalf of the student. Merit based.
66. NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST ON AMERICAN VALUES
Skirball Institute
CONTACT: 11835 West Olympic Boulevard, Suite 820, Los Angeles, CA 90064
PHONE: (310) 575-9700
FAX: (310) 575-9709
EMAIL: skirball@skirballinstitute.org
WEBSITE: www.skirballinstitute.org/essay/essayrules.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $100-$5000
DEADLINE: March 13
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school sophomore, junior, or senior. Must submit an essay on an assigned topic about American values. Merit based.
67. SOCIETY OF EXPLORATION GEOPHYSICISTS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Society of Exploration Geophysicists
CONTACT: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 702740, Tulsa, OK 74170-2740
PHONE: (918) 497-5500 FAX: (918) 497-5557
WEBSITE: www.seg.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior or above. Must have an interest in physics, math, or geology. Must be planning acareer in exploration geophysics. Merit and need based.
68. SOCIETY OF HISPANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
CONTACT: 3900 Whiteside Street, Los Angeles, CA 90063
PHONE: (323) 415-9600
FAX: (323) 415-7038
EMAIL: kathy@shpefoundation.org
WEBSITE: www.shpefoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: May 15
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students. Open to engineering and science students. Merit and need based.
69. DALE E. FRIDELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
StraightForward Media
CONTACT: ATTN: Scholarship Committee 8088 N. 110th Drive, Peoria, AZ 85345
PHONE: (877) GO-FORWARD
FAX: (623) 266-3964
EMAIL: info@straightforwardmedia.com
WEBSITE: www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarship.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500
DEADLINE: April 30
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors and current undergraduates. Must submit an essay demonstrating an exceptional work ethic and a commitment to excellence.
70. TARGET ALL AROUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Target
CONTACT: Scholarship Management Services, 1505 Riverview Road P.O. Box 480, Saint Peter, MN 56082-0480
PHONE: (800) 316-6142
WEBSITE: www.target.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $10,000
DEADLINE: November 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to legal U.S. residents. Open to high school seniors and above. The main consideration is volunteer hours in the community. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Merit based.
71. THIRD WAVE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG WOMEN
Third Wave Foundation
CONTACT: 511 West 25th Street Suite 301, New York, NY 10001
PHONE: (212) 675-0700 FAX: (212)-255-6653
EMAIL: info@thirdwavefoundation.org
WEBSITE: www.thirdwavefoundation.org/programs/scholarships.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $500 to $5000
DEADLINE: April 1, October 1
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors and above. Must be age 30 or under and be accepted or enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education. Should perform civic, community, or cultural work that shows a commitment to social justice.
Merit and need based.
72. THURGOOD MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP FUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
CONTACT: 60 East 42nd Street, New York, NY 10165
PHONE: (212) 573-8888
FAX: (212) 573-8497
EMAIL: studentinfo@tmsf.org
WEBSITE: www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Up to $2200 each semester
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Open to high school seniors and above. Must have a GPA of at least 3.0, SATs of at least 1100, ACT of at least 25. Must be accepted at a participating historically Black public college/university. Should be recommended by their high school as academically exceptional or outstanding in the creative and performing arts. Merit based. Applicants should obtain an application from the TMSF Scholarship Coordinator.
73. TOYOTA COMMUNITY SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Toyota
CONTACT: Scholarship and Recognition Programs, ETS, Rosedale Road MS 86D, Princeton, NJ 08541
PHONE: (212) 715-7486
WEBSITE: www.toyota.com/about/community/education/scholars.html
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $10,000-$20,000
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a high school senior. Must demonstrate academic excellence and community service. Must be nominated by high school. The nominee must have initiated or be actively involved in a service program that addresses a school or community need. Merit based.
74. TRANSPORTATION CLUBS INTERNATIONAL - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Transportation Clubs International
CONTACT: Gay Fielding, 7031 Manchester Street, New Orleans, LA 70126
EMAIL: GCFIELDIN@cs.com
WEBSITE: www.transportationclubsinternational.com
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: April 30
REQUIREMENTS: Must be pursuing a degree in transportation, logistics or traffic management, or related fields. The awards will be based upon scholastic ability, potential, professional interest, and character. Merit and need based.
75. NATIONAL PEACE ESSAY CONTEST
U.S. Institute of Peace
CONTACT: 1200 17th Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036
PHONE: (202) 429-3854
FAX: (202) 429-6063
EMAIL: essay_contest@usip.org
WEBSITE: www.usip.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$10,000
DEADLINE: Mid-January
ELIGIBILITY: U.S citizens only. Must be a high school student. Must submit an essay on peace. Must be sponsored by a school or community group. Merit based.
76. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
United Methodist Church Board of Higher Education and Ministry
CONTACT: P.O. Box 340007, Nashville, TN 37203-0007
PHONE: (615) 340-7344
FAX: (615) 340-7367
EMAIL: umscholar@gbhem.org
WEBSITE: www.gbhem.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
ELIGIBILITY: Some scholarships are designated for minority students. U.S citizens or permanent residents only. Must be a member of the United Methodist Church. Minimum GPA of 2.5.
77. UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
United Negro College Fund
CONTACT: 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, P.O. Box 10444, Fairfax, VA 22031
PHONE: (800) 331-2244
WEBSITE: www.uncf.org/scholarship/general.asp
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
REQUIREMENTS: Various requirements for each scholarship. Must demonstrate unmet financial need. Open to students attending a UNCF member college or university and other historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and majority institutions. Merit and need based.
78. ACCESS TO EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS
USA Funds
CONTACT: Scholarship Management Services, 1505 Riverview Road P.O. Box 297, Saint Peter, MN 56082
PHONE: (800) 537-4180
EMAIL: scholarship@usafunds.org
WEBSITE: www.usafunds.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $750 for half time students, $1500 for full time students
DEADLINE: March 15
ELIGIBILITY: U.S citizens or eligible non-citizens. Open to high school seniors and above. Awards are based on academic performance, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, career goals, and unusual personal circumstances. Up to 50 percent of awards will be targeted to applicants who are members of an ethnic minority group or have a documented physical disability. Merit and need based.
79. VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Veterans of Foreign Wars
CONTACT: 406 West 34th Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
PHONE: (816) 756-3390
FAX: (816) 968-1149
EMAIL: harmer@vfw.org
WEBSITE: www.vfw.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: Varies
REQUIREMENTS: Various criteria for each scholarship and award.
80. WASHINGTON CROSSING FOUNDATION ANNUAL NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Washington Crossing Foundation
CONTACT: Eugene C. Fish, Vice Chairman, P.O. Box 503, Levittown, PA 19058-0503
PHONE: (215) 949-8841
WEBSITE: www.gwcf.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1000-$5000
DEADLINE: January 1
ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Award based on school/community activities and an essay. Merit based.
81. WHIRLY GIRLS - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Whirly Girls, Inc.
CONTACT: 7 Hastings Lane, Williamsburg, VA 23188-7300
PHONE: (757) 564-7864
FAX: (650) 323-3840
EMAIL: scholarships@whirlygirls.org
WEBSITE: www.whirlygirls.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: November 1
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Must be possess a helicopter pilot's license. Merit and need based.
82. WOMEN MARINES ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Women Marines Association
CONTACT: P.O. Box 10128, Moreno Valley, CA 92552
WEBSITE: www.womenmarines.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500
DEADLINE: March 31
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. Open to high school seniors or above. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5, ACT of 25, SAT of 1100. Must be sponsored by a member of the Women's Marine Corps Association. Must have served or be serving in the Marines or be related to a Marine, or have completed two years of a JROTC program.
83. LINDA RIDDLE/SGMA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Women's Sports Foundation
CONTACT: Donna Lopiano, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow, NY 11554
PHONE: (800) 227-3988
FAX: (516) 542-4716
EMAIL: wosport@aol.com
WEBSITE: www.womenssportsfoundation.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $1500
DEADLINE: December 1
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. U.S. citizens or permanent residents only. Open to high school seniors. Applicants must have participated on an officially recognized high school athletic team and have a cumulative 3.5 GPA. Merit and need based
84. WOMEN'S WESTERN GOLF FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Women's Western Golf Foundation
CONTACT: 393 Ramsay Road, Deerfield, IL 60015
EMAIL: cocomc2000@attbi.com
WEBSITE: www.wwga.org/scholarship_info.htm
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: 18-20 awards at $2000 each, renewable
DEADLINE: March 1
ELIGIBILITY: Women only. U.S. citizens only. Must be a high school senior. Candidates will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, excellence of character and an involvement in the sport of golf. Skill or excellence in the sport of golf is not a criterion. Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Merit and need based.
85. WORLD STUDIO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
World Studio Foundation
CONTACT: 200 Varick Street, Suite 507, New York, NY 10014
PHONE: (212) 366-1317 ext. 18
FAX: (212) 807-0024
EMAIL: scholarships@worldstudio.org
WEBSITE: www.worldstudio.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: $100-$5000
DEADLINE: February 14
ELIGIBILITY: Open to high school seniors and above. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the fine or commercial arts, design or architecture and plan to enter a career in the creative professions. Must have a GPA of 2.0. Though not a requirement, minority status is a significant factor. Merit and need based.
86. ZETA PHI BETA - VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
EMAIL: scholarship@ZPhiBNEF.org
WEBSITE: www.zphibnef.org
NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND AMOUNT: Varies
DEADLINE: February 1
ELIGIBILITY: African American women only. Open to high school seniors and above. Various requirements. Merit and need based.