The following categories are based on the MAIN requirement OR purposeinstitution of the scholarship Please note that there can be additional requirements Undergraduate status is required for some scholarships Please read scholarships carefully and visit the provided websites or contact the program Categories are in alphabetical order

GPA Altura Credit Union The Altura Credit Union Foundation awards monetary scholarships to Riverside County High School seniors pursuing a college education Scholarships are available from three separate funds each of which has a different criteria Students applying for any of the Altura Credit Union Foundation scholarships need to fill out only one application Students should highlight their academic achievement community serviceextracurricular activities financial need and personal characterleadership qualities Deadline for entry March 11 httpwwwthecommunityfoundationnet AHPE Corporate Scholarship Contact Association of Hispanic Professionals for Education PO Box 340 Fullerton CA 92634 (714) 278-2288 Fax (714) 449-4195 Eligibility Initial applicants possess distinct career goals and potential and have at least a 30 GPA with 30 semester units or 45 quarter units of college or university work and display a commitment to community service Final applicants will be required to appear for a personal interview in the LA area Award $500-$700 Deadline March 15 httpwwwscholarshipsforhispanicscomwhats-new Burger King Scholars Contact Scholarship America One Scholarship Way Saint Peter MN 56082 Win a $50000 $25000 $5000 or $1000 scholarship Eligibility High School seniors 250 GPA or higher be a resident of US Canada or Puerto Rico and pursing a full-time college education (please see website for additional eligibility information) Also please see website for requirements specific to Burger King employees and their children Apply online Deadline Application period opens Nov 15 and closes Jan 10

httpwwwbkmclamorefoundationorgWhatWeDoScholarsProgram

California Coast Credit Union Scholarships for College-Bound High School Seniors

We are pleased to offer the James L McPhetersacirceurordquoCalifornia Coast Credit Union High School

Scholarship Program Three scholarships one of $1000 and two of $500 each will be awarded to

college-bound high school seniors in San Diego County andor Riverside County

Scholarship Eligibility

You or your parent grandparent or guardian is a California Coast Credit Union member

Your cumulative high school GPA is at least 30 on a 40 scale

Youve been accepted by or plan to attend an accredited college or university on a full-time basis

Application deadline is Thursday March 31

httpswwwcalcoastcuorgpromosscholarshipaspx Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Contact Shirley Kennedy Keller AASA PO Box 9338 Arlington VA 22219 email communityaffairsdiscoverfinancialaidcom Eligibility Applicant must be a high school junior have a cumulative grade point average for the 9th and 10th grade years only of a least 30 on a 40 scale and be enrolled in an accredited public or private high school in the US Award State$2500 National $25000 (9 awards given out for each) Deadline January 12 httpwwwaasaorgdiscoverhtm

Friar Tux Scholarship Friar Tux Scholarships are awarded to students based on scholarship community service and financial need Students must plan to attend a four year college Deadline for scholarship is April 15 httpwwwfriartuxcomscholarshipsjsp Harvard University Contact 617-495-7581 Harvard University is offering free tuition to families of HONOR STUDENTS and their income is less than $125000 per year Please visit website or call for complete requirements and information wwwfaofasharvardedc

Justicia en Diversidad Scholarship Fund Scholarship For High School Students Interested in Law Contact Pablo Tagre La Alianza at Harvard Law School Cambridge MA 02138 (617) 495-4606 e-mail ptagrelawharvardedu Eligibility Must have a cumulative 25 GPA on a 40 scale Student must be from a high school in the United States Must be planning to attend a 4-year US college full-time next year Award $5000 Deadline March 25 httphlsorgscomalianza KFC Colonelrsquos Scholars Contact KFC Scholars Program PO Box 4030 Iowa City Iowa 52243-4030 1-866-KFC-7240 KFC Colonelrsquos Scholars is looking for high school seniors with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Scholarrsquos Program Awards are up to $20000 for tuition fees textbooks room and board Eligibility Minimum high school cumulative GPA of 275 enroll is public college or university within their state of legal residence plan to pursue a BA degree be a US citizen or permanent resident and demonstrate financial need Deadline December 1 to February 8 wwwkfcscholarsorg Kodak Scholarship

Contact Michael Alvarado Eastman Kodak Company TELACU 5400 East Olympic Blvd Ste 300 (323) 721-1655 email telacutelacucom Eligibility Full time undergraduate students with a minimum 30 GPA majoring in chemistry or engineering and who demonstrate financial need Applicants must be US citizens whose permanent residence is in the city of Los Angeles Bell Gardens Montebello Monterey Park or City of Commerce Award $10000 Deadline January

httpwwwtelacucom

Loyola Marymount Academic Scholarship

Contact LMU 7900 Loyola Blvd Los Angeles CA 90045 (310) 338-2753 Eligibility Applicant must

have at least a 37 GPA and a 1350 SAT score with a verbal score and a math score above 650 Award $20000 (5000 for 4 years) Deadline February 1st

httpwwwlmuedufinancialaid

National Co-op Scholarship Program Contact Danielle_perryumledu 600 Suffolk Street Lowell MA 01854 978-934-1868 OR 978-934-1870 155 merit scholarships will be awarded totaling $4million Eligibility have a cumulative GPA of 35 or better on a 40 scale Complete all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions listed (see website for more information) Deadline February 15 early submission is strongly encouraged wwwco-opedu

Presidential Scholarship Loyola Marymount University

Contact LMU 7900 Loyola Blvd Los Angeles CA 90045 (310)338-2753 Eligibility Applicant must have at least a 37 GPA and a 1350 SAT score with a verbal score and a math score above 650 Award $68000 (17000 per year for 4 years) Deadline February 1

httpwwwlmuedu

Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Students across the country work hard to earn top marks they dream of the college theyll attend and the education theyll receive Unfortunately many of those students canrsquot afford to get the education of their dreams We want these students to reach their full potential To help them accomplish this our network of US Chapters along with RMHC Global offer scholarships to students in financial need who have demonstrated academic achievement leadership and community involvement Since 1985 more than $44 million in scholarships have been awarded Deadline January 27 httprmhcorgwhat-we-dormhc-u-s-scholarships Samuel Fletcher Tapman Scholarship

Contact Ping Wai American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 1801 Alexander Bell Drive Reston VA 20191 (800) 548-2723 Eligibility High school freshman sophomore or junior in an ASCE student chapter and also a national member in good standing at the time of the award Award $1500 Deadline February 1st

httpwwwasceorg SMART Science Mathematics amp Research for Transformation Contact smartaseeorg The Science Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be gainfully employed upon degree completion Cash awards are paid at a rate of $25000-$41000 Eligibility a US citizen at time of application 18 years of age or older as of August 1 able to participate in summer internships at DoD laboratories willing to accept post-graduate employment with the DoD a student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 30 on a 40 scale (as calculated by the SMART application) and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in one of the disciplines listed on the About SMART page Please see website to fill out application and for additional information Deadline December 15

Tuskegee Airmen INC

Contact Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Fund 1501 Lee Highway--Suite 130 Arlington VA 22209-1109 (703) 522-8590 email hgtai1tuskegeeairmenorg Eligibility Graduating high school senior accepted by participating colleges and universities Must be in financial need and maintain a 30 GPA Award $1500 Deadline February 1st

httpwwwtuskegeeairmenorg Youth Opportunities Foundation Scholarships Contact Felix Castro PO Box 45762 Los Angeles CA 90045 (310) 670-7664 Fax (310) 670-5238 Eligibility Applicant must be a graduating high school senior with an exceptional high school career Applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 20 and a SAT score of at least 1100 For an application send a self-addressed stamped business size envelope to Youth opportunities Foundation Applicants must be California residents planning to attend college Award Varies Deadline March 31 contact for more information

Specific to a Degree Field or University

American Institute of Architects Foundation

Contact Mary Felber 1735 New York Ave NW Washington DC 20006 (202) 626-7511 email mfelberarchfoundationorg Eligibility High school seniors junior college or technical school students transferring to a professional program in architecture Undergraduate students in their final two years and graduate students pursuing their masters degree in engineering Award $2500 Deadline January 31st

httpwwwarchfoundationorg

American Institute for Real Estate Appraisers

Contact Olivia Carreon 875 N Michigan Ave Chicago IL 60611 (312) 335-4100 Eligibility Sophomore Students interested in pursuing a career in real estate and economics Contact for additional requirements and for an application Award $3000-graduate $2000-undergraduate Deadline March 15

httpwwwappraisalinstituteorg American Nuclear Society

Contact Tony Bishop John and Muriel Landis Scholarship American Nuclear Society Scholarship Committee 555 N Kensington Ave LaGrange Park IL 60526 (708) 352-6611 email outreachansorg Eligibility Undergraduate and graduate students interested in nuclear science and technology careers Minorities and women are encouraged to apply Award Contact for Details Deadline February 1st

httpwwwansorg

American Nuclear Society (ANS) Undergraduate Scholarships

Contact Joann Hollensteiner American Nuclear Society Scholarship Committee 555 Kensington Ave LaGrange Park IL 60525 (708) 352-6611 email outreachansorg Eligibility Completed a minimum of two academic years in a four-year nuclear engineering program and must be a US citizen or permanent resident Award $1000-4000 Deadline February 1st

httpwwwansorg Buick Achievers Scholarship Program Applications are now open for the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program Are there students you know who are dedicated both in and out of the classroom Those who drive positive change in their communities We want to celebrate these lives by helping to make college dreams a reality Dont miss this opportunity Help us find and reach the Buick Achievers Deadline February 28 httpwwwbuickachieverscom

California Congress of Parents and Teachers Inc

Contact Larita Wade 930 Georgia St Los Angeles CA 90015 (213) 620-1100 ext100 e-mail grantscaptaorg Eligibility Students entering or attending a 4-year college in CA and majoring in an agricultural related field Maximum award amount $5000 Deadline March 15 and November 30

Contact for more information

California Farm Bureau Scholarship

Contact 2300 River Plaza Dr Sacramento CA 95833 (916) 516-5520 Eligibility This scholarship is for undergraduates and high school graduates wishing to pursue a degree in Agriculture or Home Economics Applicants must be a resident of California Award $1800-$5000 Deadline March 1

California-Hawaii Elks Association Vocational Grant Contact dianefarrensmsncom 951-696-8099 The program is open to any prospective applicant residing in California or Hawaii who is an American Citizen planning to pursue an eligible vocationaltechnical (voctech) course above and supplemental to high school or preparatory school level A high school diploma or equivalent is not required Eligibility The program is open to male and female applicants and will be judged on an equal basis While graduating high school seniors may apply it is not limited to high school students It is open to all prospective students who require training or retraining to compete in the workplace The Vocational Grant is for one year only with an option to renew for one additional year The Grant may be used for tuition and fees room and board (only if living on campus) and books and supplies It may be used only for usual and required costs of applicants planned course of study Deadline applications must be filed with the Temecula Elks Lodge Scholarship Chairman no later than three months after first receiving the application httpwwwchea-elksorgvocationalgranthtml

Civitan International Foundation

Contact PO Box 2102 Birmingham AL 35201 (205)591-8910 Fax (205)592-2307 e-mail civitancivitanorg Eligibility High school seniors and undergraduates in their final year Applicants must be pursuing a career in higher education special education vocational education health care services and the teaching of social studies Award $1000 Deadline March 1

httpwwwcivitanorg

Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship

Contact Datatel Scholars Foundation 4375 Fair Lakes Court Fairfax VA 22033 (800) 486-4332 Fax (703) 968-4625 e-mail scholarsdatatelcom Eligibility Undergraduate and graduate students planning to attend or are currently attending a Datatel Client college or university or who work at a Datatel non-education Client site and will attend any college or university during the upcoming year You must write an essay that summarizes you educational goals and objectives and indicate the difference a Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship would make in your life and to those around you Award $700-$7000 Deadline February

Call or write for more information

DA Weber Scholarship Fund

Contact California Teachers Association PO Box 921 Burlingame CA 94011 (650) 697-1400 Fax (650) 568-7383 Eligibility Scholarships are available to members for credential degree or graduate programs in order to receive funds scholarship recipients will be required to show proof

of registration in an approved credential or degree program Award $2000 Deadline August 15 DeVry Inc Scholarship Program

FordEEOC Endowed Scholarship Program

California State Polytechnic University Pomona Contact Crystal Steele 3801 W Temple ave Pomona CA 91768 (909) 869-3703 Eligibility Applicants must have at least a 25 cumulative GPA and be enrolled full time at California State Polytechnic University Pomona In addition preference will be given to Ford employee or spouses and children of Ford employees The scholarship is merit based and can be rewarded up to three times Award $1000 Deadline February 15

Fund for American Studies

Contact The Fund for American Studies 1706 New Hampshire Avenue NW Washington DC 20009 (800) 741-6964 Fax (202) 986-0390 e-mail infortfasorg Eligibility Undergraduate preference is given to sophomores and juniors majoring in Political Science Economics and Journalism Annual 8-week summer institute at Georgetown University offering courses internships foreign policy lectures media dialogue series site briefings and career days Write for details Award varies Deadline March 31

Harold W Rosenthal Fellowship

Contact 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC 20036 email kencolburncornelledu Eligibility College senior or graduate student in Political Science Government Service or Foreign Affairs Must be recommended by dean and a US citizen Write for complete details Description Fellowship provides an opportunity for a student to spend a summer working in the office of a member of Congress or Executive branch on foreign affairs and government service issues Selected fellows will also receive preferential treatment for a European community 3-5 week travel study Award $1800 stipend Deadline February 9

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Harry S Truman Scholarship Foundation

Contact Amy Hertel 712 Jackson Place NW Washington DC 20006 (202) 395-4831 Fax (202) 395-6995 Eligibility Undergraduate prospective junior in the fields of public service and government Must have a 30 minimum GPA Must be a US citizen or legal resident Preference given to students planning to attend graduate school and a career in government Award up to $3000 senior year renewable for 4 years $30000 total for graduate studies Deadline February 1st

Insurance Information Institute

Contact Jayna Neagle 110 William Street New York NY 10038 (212) 669-9200 Eligibility Internship Students who have an interest in and some knowledge of the insurance business are encouraged to apply Award Contact for Details Deadline January

JesuitMarymount Academic Scholarship Contact Tammy Jones One LMU Drive Los Angeles CA 90045 (310) 338-2793 Eligibility Outstanding students who graduate from a Marymount Secondary School Award $12500 per year Deadline February 1 httpwwwlumedufinancialaid

National Science Teachers Association

Contact NSTA 1840 Wilson Boulevard Arlington VA 22201-3000 USA (703) 243-7100 Eligibility High school students who create and build an original working device powered by one or more

Duracell batteries Must be a US citizen or legal resident Award $1000 Deadline February 1st

httpwwwnstaorg

National Society of Accountants

Contact Susan Noell 1010 North Fairfax Street Alexandria VA 22314 (703) 549-6400 Fax (703) 549-2984 e-mail jhemphillnsacctorg Eligibility Undergraduate students majoring in accounting Open to students in 2 or 4-year schools 4-year school students may apply for their 3rd and 4th year only Award $500-$1000 Deadline March 10

httpwwwnsacctorg

National Space Club Goddard Scholarship

Eligibility Undergraduate juniors and seniors who plan to specialize in aerospace science and technology (must be a US Citizen) Send a self-addressed stamped envelope in September Award $10000 Deadline January 8

httpwwwspacecluborgprogramsgoddardhtml

NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award Contact NFIB yef 1201 F Street NW Suite 200 Washington DC 20004 yefnfiborg The NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards program was established to raise awareness among the nations youth of the critical role that private enterprise and entrepreneurship play in the building of America Since 2003 the NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation has awarded 2095 scholarships to graduating high school seniors totaling $2382000 Eligibility NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards are open to any graduating high school senior entering their freshman year at an accredited (not for profit) two- or four-year university college or vocationaltechnical institute Applicants MUST be running their own small business in order to be considered for an award Please see website for additional information Deadline December 15 wwwnfibcomyea Phi Delta Kappa International Contact Phi Delta Kappa International 408 N Union St PO Box 789 Bloomington IA 47402 (800) 766-1156 Email scholarshipspdkintlorg Eligibility Must show interest in pursuing a career within the field of education Students will be asked to submit an application and have a 30 or above GPA Award $1500 Deadline February 1

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Please email for more information

Riverside Sheriffrsquos Association

Riverside Sheriffsrsquo Association established a scholarship program to assist membersrsquo children and students attending high school in Riverside County California who plan to continue education in college Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited four-year institution of the students choice in the United States Deadline April 30

httpwwwrcdsaorg

Scripps Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

University of California San Diego Contact Adell Bynum Office of Graduate Studies La Jolla CA 92093-0003 (858) 534-3550 e-mail abynumucsdedu Eligibility Open to undergraduates focusing in Marine Science Award $2500 Stipend Deadline March 3

httpwwwucsdedu SMART Science Mathematics amp Research for Transformation Contact smartaseeorg The Science Mathematics And Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program is an opportunity for students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines to receive a full scholarship and be gainfully employed upon degree completion Cash awards are paid at a rate of $25000-$41000 Eligibility a US citizen at time of application 18 years of age or older as of August 1 able to participate in summer internships at DoD laboratories willing to accept post-graduate employment with the DoD a student in good standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 30 on a 40 scale (as calculated by the SMART application) and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in one of the disciplines listed on the About SMART page Please see website to fill out application and for additional information Deadline December 15

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Scholarship Program

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Scholarship Program is designed to offer local government and planning experience that students can use to develop long-term career goals The Scholarship will provide a $2000 scholarship award for seven high school or community college students from the SCAG region and a two-week externship with a local government planning agency Recipients will also have an opportunity to meet with their local government representatives and practicing planners to discuss the importance of urban planning and a future career in public service Deadline March 9

httpwwwscagcagovscholarship

State Farm Companies FoundationInsurance

Contact Nancy LynnOne State Farm Plaza Bloomington IL 61710-0001 (309) 766-2039 for Fellowship (309)766 2311 for Internship e-mail infostatefarmcom Eligibility Internship Minority students in a business related field The program is designed to give students a realistic view of advertising by putting them in actual working situations Fellowship Junior or senior undergraduate in business related fields Computer Science Pre-Law or Mathematics Must be nominated by dean or department head US citizen Write for details Award $2000 -$3000 Deadline February

httpwwwstatefarmcom

Summer Fellowships in Math Science and Engineering

Contact Website below Opportunities for promising science mathematics and engineering majors intent on attending graduate school Eligibility contact the website for more details Award $3000 stipend Deadline January

httpwwwcurorg The Earl Warren Legal Training Inc Contact 99 Hudson St Suite 1600 New York NY 10012-2897 (212) 965-2202 Eligibility US

citizens who are entering first year of full-time study at an accredited law school demonstrate interest in civil rights and community service excellence in academic record complete application three letters of recommendation an essay and demonstration of their unconditional acceptance into a full-time law Award $3000 renewable Deadline March 15 httpwwwnaacpldforgscholarships

The Editing Program

Maynard Institute for Journalism Education 1211 Preservation Park Way Oakland CA 94612 (510) 891-9202 wwwmaynardijeorg e-mail mijemaynardijeorg Open to journalists focusing in print media Deadline February 20

Call or write for more information

UCR MEChA Scholarship The MEChA Alumni Association has established a scholarship fund to recognize the academic and community achievement of students who promote ldquoChicanismordquo a concept that ldquointegrates self-awareness with cultural identity [and includes all] those who acknowledge and work toward the betterment of La Razardquo The MEChA Alumni Association awards five scholarships of $500 each to multiple types of students including high school and transfer students planning on attending UCR those currently enrolled at UCR and different types of students who identify as AB 540 as well Each applicant must meet specific GPA and other requirements Deadline Friday February 24 no later than 500 pm in the Chicano Student Programs office Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted httpcspucreduprogramsPagesscholarshipsaspx William B Ruggles Right To Work Scholarship

Contact Kathy Jones National Right To Work Committee William B Ruggles Scholarship 8001 Braddock Road Springfield VA 22160 (703) 321-9606 Eligibility Scholarships are available for students majoring in journalism Applicants must submit a 500-word essay which demonstrates their understanding of the Right To Work principle Write to the address listed for complete details Award $2000 Deadline March 31

contact for more information

EthnicMinorityWomen AND Religion Related Scholarships

American Bar Foundation Contact Summer Research Fellowships for Minority and Undergraduates 750 N Lake Shore DR Chicago IL 60611 (312) 988-6500 Fax (312) 988-6579 email infoabfnorg Eligibility Fellowship Applicants are invited from junior students of African Mexican Native American or Puerto Rican heritage Must be US citizen or legal resident Scholarships for sophomore and junior academic majors in social sciences or humanities Award $350010weeks Deadline March 1

httpwwwabf-sociolegalorg

American Chemical Society The American Chemical Society (ACS) Scholars Program is now accepting applications from African-American HispanicLatino and Native American students who are pursuing or intend to

pursue bachelorrsquos degrees in chemistry biochemistry chemical engineering chemical technology or related majors Renewable awards of $1000 to $5000 per year are given to qualified high school seniors community college students and college freshmen sophomores or juniors The awards are based on academic standing and financial need Deadline March 1 httpportalacsorgportalacscorgcontent_nfpb=trueamp_pageLabel=PP_TRANSITIONMAINampnode_id=1234ampuse_sec=falseampsec_url_var=region1amp__uuid=41dd2dcf-3caf-4be3-b9fb-7b1cfe97b3f8

American Geological Institute Minority Geoscience Scholarship

Contact Marilyn Suiter 4220 King Street Alexandria VA 22302 (703) 379-2480 Eligibility Must be Black Hispanic or Native American Full-time undergraduate and graduate minorities with a good academic record under-represented in Geoscience and exhibit financial need Must be a US citizen Award Up to $1000 Deadline March 10

httpwwwagiweborg American Institute of ArchitectsAmerican Architectural Foundation Minority Disadvantaged Scholarship Program Contact Scholarship Programs 1735 New York Ave NW Washington DC 20006-5292 (202) 626-7511 Fax (202) 626-7420 email mfelberarchfoundationorg Eligibility High school senior technical schoolcommunity college students transferring to a National Architectural Accrediting Board school of Architecture or college freshman entering or attending a program leading to a bachelors or masters degree in architecture are eligible to be nominated must be nominated by an individual familiar with the students interest and potential to be an architect Award $500-$2500 Deadline Nominations in December Applications in mid-January httpwwwarchfoundationorg American Nuclear Society Contact Tony Bishop John and Muriel Landis Scholarship American Nuclear Society Scholarship Committee 555 N Kensington Ave LaGrange Park IL 60526 (708) 352-6611 email outreachansorg Eligibility Undergraduate and graduate students interested in nuclear science and technology careers Minorities and women are encouraged to apply Award Contact for Details Deadline February 1

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httpwwwansorg American Physical Society The Contact One Physics Ellipse College Park MD 20740-3844 (301) 209-3200 Fax (301) 209-0865 Eligibility Black Hispanic or Native American US citizens with a physics interest Must be a high school senior college freshman or sophomore Award $2000 Deadline February 14 httpwwwapsorg American Physical Society The Contact One Physics Ellepse College Park MD 20740-3844 (301) 209-3200 Fax (301) 209-0865 Eligibility Black Hispanic or Native American US citizens with a physics interest Must be a high school senior college freshman or sophomore Award $2000 Deadline February 15 httpwwwapsorg American Society for Microbiology Undergraduate Fellowship Contact Education Board American Society for Microbiology 1752 N Street NW Washington DC

20036 (202) 942-9283 Fax (202) 942-9329 email ellowships_careerinformationasmusaorg Eligibility Applicant must be a minority undergraduate that has taken introduction courses in biology or chemistry The student must not be graduating before the conclusion of the program in the summer Further preferred criteria include lab research experience and an interest in obtaining a doctorate degree Award $4500 for expenses Deadline February 1

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httpwwwasmorg Andersen Consulting Scholarship Program for Minorities Contact Andersen Consulting Foundation co Citizens Scholarship Foundation of America 1505 Riverview Road PO Box 297 St Peter MN 56082 (507) 931-0425 Eligibility This scholarship is open to African-Americans Hispanic Americans and Native Americans who are enrolled in their third year of undergraduate study Applicants must have a 30 GPA and be majoring in engineering computer science informations systems (including accounting business computers management and related fields) or decision or management sciences US citizenship is required although persons under asylum and refugees are also eligible to apply Award $2500 Renewable Deadline January Please call or write for more information

Arthur Anderson Scholarship Program for Minorities

Contact 33 West Monroe St Chicago IL 60603 (312) 507-3402 Fax (312) 507-6748 Eligibility African American Hispanic or Native American accounting major Applicant must display excellence in academics leadership work experience and participation in community activities Award $2500-$4000 Deadline January 30

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Please call for more information

Asian Pacific Community Fund ndash Verizon Scholarship Award Program The Asian Pacific Community Fund partners with Verizon to financially assist students in their pursuit of higher education as they face the challenge of significantly rising costs of obtaining a college degree These awards will support those who excel academically are leaders amongst their peers and are making a positive impact in their communities Deadline March 30 httpwwwapcforgindexphpwhat-we-doscholarship-fund

Booker T Washington Scholarships

Contact National FFA Organization Attn Scholarship Office 6060 FFA Drive PO Box 68960 Indianapolis IN 4626 (317) 802-4321 Fax (317) 802-5321 e-mail aboutffaffaorg Eligibility This program is open to graduating high school seniors or high school graduates preparing to enroll in their first year of college education applicant must be a minority FFA member interested in pursuing a degree in agriculture The following ethnic groups may apply African-Americans Asian-Americans or Pacific Islanders Hispanics Alaska Natives or American Indians They may be residents of any state Puerto Rico the US Virgin Islands or the District of Columbia Award One $10000 and three $5000 scholarships are awarded Deadline February 15

httpwwwffaorg

Breakthrough to Nursing Scholarships for Ethnic People of Color

Contact National Student Nurses Association 45 Main Street Suite 606 Brooklyn NY 11201 (212) 581-2368 Fax (718) 210-0710 email nsnansnaorg or ornsnaorg Eligibility Scholarships available to African-Americans Hispanics Asian Americans and Polynesian undergraduate students who are enrolled in nursing or pre-nursing programs at a state-approved institution No funds can be used for graduate nursing programs Award $1000-$2000 (13-15 awarded each year) Deadline January

httpwwwnsnaorg Call Me Mister Contact 800-640-2657 This scholarship is offered by four historical black colleges in South Carolina which include Benedict College Chaflin University Morris College and South Carolina State University Eligibility black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE Please see website or contact for detailed eligibility requirements and information wwwcallmemisterclemsoneduindexhtl

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Higher Education Program

Contact Drawer 1210 Durant Oklahoma 74702-1210 (800) 522-6170 Fax (580) 924-1267 Eligibility Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood showing Choctaw decent attend accredited college or university within United States Award $800 (grant)-$1000 (scholarship) Deadline March 15

httpwwwchoctawnationcom

Chicano Organizing and Research in Education (CORE)- Fourth Annual Que Llueva Cafeacute Scholarship Contact For more info please email the CORE Scholarship Committee Chair Jaime L Del Razo at jdelrazoca-coreorg Eligibility Applicants must be or will be a high schoolGED graduate who will enroll for the first time in an accredited college or university in the US or Puerto Rico This Scholarship was founded with the intent of providing a direct response to what is an unfair immigration system that continues to deprive aspiring new scholars from continuing their education in the only country they have ever known the US Open to all US states including Puerto Rico Deadline February 24 wwwca-coreorg CSUF TELACU Scholarship program Contact California State University Fullerton Scholarship Coordinator PO Box 6804 Fullerton CA 92634-6804 (714) 278-3125 Eligibility Mexican Puerto Rican Cuban Caribbean Central or South American applicants may be either first time freshmen or continuing students but must have a minimum high school or college GPA of 25 and must display evidence of school and community activities This program is co-funded by the California State University Fullerton Hispanic Scholarship Program TELACU Scholarship program and the California State University Scholarship Program Students must live in the following areas in order to qualify for this program Unincorporated East Los Angeles Bell Gardens Commerce Huntington park Montebello Monterrey Park South Gate City of Los Angeles Award $500-$3000 Deadline March 13 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award

Contact 121 Steuart Street San Francisco CA 94105 415-512-6437 dillerteenawardsfjcforg This award celebrates Jewish teens who have demonstrated remarkable leadership and are actively engages in projects which embody the values of Tikkun Olam (repair of the world) Up to 5 recipients will be awarded $36000 for their college education or to further implement their vision for making the world a better place Eligibility Jewish teens who are residents of California and are ages 13-19 at the time of nomination Teens may self-nominate but family members are excluded Funded by the Helen Diller Family Foundation Deadline January 6 wwwjewishfedorgteenawards Ellen Masin Persina Scholarship Contact National Press Club Attn General Manager Office 529 14th Street NW Washinton DC 20045 (202) 662-7500 Eligibility This scholarship is open to minority high school seniors who have been accepted to college and plan to pursue a career in journalism Applicants must demonstrate an ongoing interest in journalism through work in high school andor other media submit a one page essay on why they want to pursue a career in journalism and have at least a 275 GPA in high school Award $5000 Deadline March 1 httpwwwpressorg Ethnic Minority Bachelors Scholarships Contact Oncology Nursing Foundation 501 Holiday Drive Pittsburgh PA 15220 (412) 921-6565 email memberonsorg Eligibility The candidate must be a registered nurse with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to cancer nursing The applicant must also be enrolled in an undergraduate nursing program at an NLN-accredited school of nursing (the nursing program must have application to oncology nursing) have a current license to practice as a registered nurse and be of an ethnic minority group Past recipients of a bachelors scholarship from the Oncology Nursing Foundation are not eligible for an award Award $2000 Deadline February httpwwwonsorg George M Brooker Collegiate Scholarship For Minorities Institute of Real Estate Management Foundation Contact Brooker Scholarship 430 N Michigan Avenue Chicago IL 60611-8775 (312)329-6008 Fax (312) 410-7908 Eligibility Real-estate and related majors graduate and undergraduate minority students entering careers in real estate and specifically real estate management upon graduation must have declared major in real estate or related field must have completed two courses in real estate or indicate intent to complete such minimum 30 GPA requirement recommendation letters themed essay and official transcript Award $1000 for undergraduates and $2500 for graduate students Deadline March 31 Please contact for more details GilletteNational Urban League Scholarship for Minority Students Contact Director of Education 120 Wall St Fl 8 New York NY 10005 (212) 558-5300 Eligibility Minority undergraduate students who are in the top 25 of their class and will be entering their junior year Applicants must be preparing for a career in engineering sales marketing manufacturing operations finance and business administration Applicants must be US citizens Award $1000 Deadline January 15

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httpwwwnulorgscholarshipshtml Hispanic College Fund Contact Hispanic College Fund Inc 1301 K Street NW Suite 450A West Washington DC 20005 (800) 644-4223 Eligibility Accepted or enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at

an accredited institution of higher education with a declared majorconcentration in business be in good academic standing at 30 GPA have financial need US citizenship must be Hispanic or Hispanic Decent Award $500-$5000 Deadline March 15 httpwwwhispanicfundorg Kell-Munoz Education Fellowship Contact Mei Mah Program Coordinator Education Department Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum 2 East 91st Street New York NY 10128 (212) 849-8380 e-mail educhsiedu Eligibility Applicants must be of LatinoHispanic descent currently enrolled in a degree-granting post-graduate program have graduated from a post-graduate program in the six months prior to the start date Award Contact for details Deadline March 1 httpwwwsiedundm Latin American Educational Foundation Contact Scholarship Selection committee 561 Santa Fe Drive Denver CA (303) 446-0541 Fax (303) 446-0526 e-mail laefuswestnet Eligibility US citizens of Spanish ancestry who will attend a college or a university Award Contact for details Deadline March 1 httpwwwlaeforg Leonard Perryman Scholarship Contact Mickey Sayden United Methodist Communications PO Box 320 Nashville TN 37202-0320 (615) 742-5400 Eligibility Open to ethnic minority students with either junior or senior status Community college students that will transfer to a university as a junior are eligible Award is only for students studying journalism or mass communications Award Varies Deadline March 15 httpwwwumcomorg Loyola Marymount University Contact One LMU Drive Suite 4114 Los Angeles CA 90045-2659 (310) 338-4565 Fax (310) 338-5970 Eligibility Latinoa entering freshman Award $42000 (105004years) Deadline February 1

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Mexican-American Alumni Association Scholarship Contact Etelvina de la Torre Director One LMU Drive University Hall Suite 2800 Los Angeles CA 90045 (310) 338-5878 Fax (310) 338-4544 Eligibility Awarded to undergraduate Latino students on the basis of academic achievement involvement in the community and financial need Must apply for federal state and university financial aid Open to Chicanoa and Latinoa students of all majors Award $1500-$5000 Deadline February 16 Please call or write for more information Microsoft Minority Scholarship Contact College Relations One Microsoft Way Redmond WA 98052-6399 email resumemicrosoftcom Eligibility African-American Hispanic or Native American sophomores or junior pursuing studies in computer science or related disciplines in math a minority full-time undergraduate pursuing environmental careers at historically Black collegeuniversity 30 GPA and goal statement also needed Award FULL tuition and fees monthly stipend summer internship after first year Deadline January 15

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httpwwwmicrosoftcomcollegescholarships Minority Geoscience Undergraduate Scholarship Contact American Geological Institute Attn Director AGI Minority Geoscience Scholarships 4220 King Street Alexandria VA 22302 (703) 379-2480 Eligibility Applicants must be geoscience

majors (or a related field) who are US citizens and members of the following underrepresented ethnic minority groups African-Americans Hispanics and Native Americans (American Indians Eskimos Hawaiians and Samoans) Related geoscience fields include geology geophysics hydrology meteorology physical oceanography planetary geology and earth-science education Award Up to $10000 per year Deadline March 1 httpwwwagiweborg Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship Contact Scholarship Committee Government Finance Officers Association 203 N LaSalle St Suite 2700 Chicago IL 60601-1210 (312) 977-9700 Fax (312) 977-4806 Eligibility This program is open to upper division and graduate students who are enrolled full-time and preparing for a career in public finance Applicants must be members of a minority group citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada and able to provide a letter of intent from the dean of their school Selection is based on career plans academic record plan of study letters of recommendation and grade point average Financial need is not considered Award $5000 stipend DeadlineFebruary httpwwwgfoaorg

National Association of Hispanic Journalists NHSF Scholarship Committee

Contact Lizette Jenness send a SASE 1000 National Press Bldg Washington DC 20045 1-888-346-NAHJ e-mail mreyesnahjorg Eligibility For high school seniors undergraduates or graduate students majoring in journalism Must be pursuing a career in communications Award $1000-$2000 Deadline March 30

httpwwwnahjorg National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Ford Motor Company Fellows Program Internship Contact Lourdes Ferrer Deputy Director of Constituency Services NALEO Education Fund 500 Citadel Drive Suite 120 Los Angeles CA 90040 (323) 720-1932 ext 127 e-mail lferrernaleoorg Eligibility Applicants must be Latino a minimum of 21 years of age in their senior year and plan to graduate in May or June have completed their baccalaureate degree or are attending graduate school Applicants must reside in the following states or regions California Florida Illinois Michigan Texas Puerto Rico the Northeast or the Southwest Award intensive six-week program in Washington DC in policymaking For further details contact NALEO Deadline March 7 httpwwwnaleoorg Newhouse Scholarship Program Contact 529 14th St NW Washington DC 20045-2001 suite 1000 email nahjnahjorg Eligibility Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in broadcast print and photo-journalism High school seniors are also encouraged to apply Award $1000 Deadline January 28

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httpwwwnahjorg Proctor and Gamble Company Contact Barbara Hoffman Summer Research Program Miami Valley Laboratories PO Box 398707 Cincinnati OH 45239-8707 (513) 983-1100 Eligibility Internship Minority students Program provides opportunity for industrial research and product development Award Salary and travel expenses Deadline March 1

httpwwwpgcom Ruben Salazar Memorial Scholarship Contact 529 14th St NW Washington DC 20045-2001 suite 1000 email nahjnahjorg Eligibility Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in broadcast print and photo-journalism High school seniors are also encouraged to apply Award $1000 Deadline January 28

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httpwwwnahjorg Salvadoran-American Leadership amp Educational Fund Contact Mayra Soriano 1625 W Olympic Blvd Suite 706 Los Angeles Ca 90015 (213) 480-1052 email infosaleforg Eligibility Applicants must be Salvadoran Central American or other of other Latino background and live in Los Angeles Students must have at least a 25 GPA and a history of community service and involvement High school seniors undergraduate and graduate students may apply Award $500-$2500 Deadline January ndash June httpwwwsaleforg SEALASKA Heritage Foundation Scholarship Contact Sealaska Heritage Foundation One Sealaska Plaza Suite 400 Juneau Alaska 99801-1276 (907) 586-9170 Fax (907) 586-9293 scholarshipssealaskacom Eligibility Shareholder one quarter Alaska Native or direct descendents Award Contact for details Deadline March 1 Please contact for more details SHELL Legislative Internship Program

Contact 1122 W Washington Blvd 3rd Floor LA CA 90015 (213) 747-7606 Fax (213) 747-7664 Eligibility Undergraduate college student of a 2- or 4-year institution and resident of AZ CA CO FL IL NM NY or TX of Latino origin Need no attend college in these states Participants are offered a summer internship to work for a state or federal elected official Must demonstrate leadership potential and possess a sense of commitment to the Latinoa community Must be a US citizen or legal resident of Latinoa origin Award $1500 Deadline March 23

httpwwwnaleoorg Society of Women Engineers Program Contact National Office 230 E Ohio Street Chicago IL 60611-3265 (312) 596-5223 Fax (312) 457-2180 email hqsweorg Eligibility The minimum GPA is 3540 for freshman applicants and 3040 for sophomore junior senior amp graduate applicants Open to women majoring in engineering incoming freshman admitted to a SWE approved school For additional information and an application please send a self addressed stamped envelope Award $5000 renewable Deadline February 1

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httpwwwsweorg Summer Associates Program Contact The Greenlining Institute Hydee Diaz 785 Market St Third Floor San Francisco CA 94103 (415) 284-7200 Eligibility Open to Minorities Graduates interested in public affairs Award $1600month for living expenses and $150month for transportation expenses Deadline February httpwwwgreenliningorg Summer Undergraduate Program In Engineering Research at Berkeley Contact Marie Mayne 312 McLaughlin Hall Berkeley CA 94720-5900 (510) 642-1734

Eligibility Open to underrepresented students focusing in Civil Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Award $3500 stipend and $600 traveling allowance Deadline February 13 httpwwwcoeberkeleyeducuessuperb Summer Undergraduate Research Program in Science and Engineering (SURPRISE) University of California Davis Contact Annie J King University of California Davis College of Agricultural Davis CA 95616 (530) 752-8533 Eligibility Open to disadvantaged students focusing in agricultural environmental biological resource and physical sciences Award $2000 Deadline March 1 httpwwwucdavisedu Syracuse University School of Architecture Contact Mark Robbins Dean School of Architecture 201 Slocum Hall Syracuse NY 13244-1250 315-443-2256 This scholarship is for young men and women of color interested in pursuing a 5 year Professional degree in architecture Please contact or visit website for a complete list of requirements wwwsoasyreduindexphp

The Minority Advertising Intern Program Contact Rhonda Jackman 666 Third Ave New York NY 10017 (212) 682-2500 Eligibility Minority undergraduate and graduate college students who have an interest in the field of communications The program gives students a realistic view of what advertising is about by placing them in working environments Award $250 a week Deadline January 28

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Please Call for more information University of California Irvine Contact Garcia Bockman Office of Graduate Studies University of California Irvine 120 Administration Building Irvine CA 92697-3180 (949) 824-9096 Eligibility Undergraduate minority students Gain research experience by working with faculty in area of interest Award $1500tuition + expenses Deadline February 15 httpwwwuciedu Wake Forest University Contact Derrick S Boone PhD Associate Professor of Marketing Rm 3139 Worrell Professional Center Babock Graduate School of Management- Wake Forest University Winston Salem N C 27109-8738 Derrickboonembawfuedu 866-925-3622 Eligibility Opportunity for minority students to attend MBA program for free Please visit website or contact for details wwwwfuedu

Women on the Move (WOM) Contact Jaclyn Jones-WOM Chairperson jaclynsjonesroadrunnercom Unity Fellowship Social Justice Ministry (UFSJM) WOM 3540 South North Shore Drive Ontario CA 91761 WOM is a progressive womenrsquos organization located in the Inland Empire that gives two $500 scholarships through our Lavender Scholars Scholarship Program to lesbian gay bisexual transgender and questioning seniors Eligibility Scholarship is available for LGBTQ seniors their allies or seniors who have LGBTQ parents These seniors must be pursuing a post-secondary education are in need of financial assistance and must have a 30 GPA Please visit website for more information and to fill out application Deadline February 1 httpwwwlavenderscholarsorgaboutushtm

Military Family Scholarships Air Force Aid Society Grant Contact Dory Larkin Educational Department 1745 Jefferson Davis Hwy 202 Arlington VA 22202 (800) 429-9475 Fax (703) 607-3064 e-mail dvosbrugafas Eligibility Dependent children of either an active duty deceased or retired officer from the Air Force Grant is based on financial aid and a minimum 20 GPA Beginning with 2001-2002 academic year sons and daughters of full-time active duty AGR serving Title 32 and retired reservists with 20 qualifying years are eligible Award $1500 renewable up to 5 years Deadline March 12 httpwwwafasorg Military Scholarships (link for a variety of military scholarships)

Reserve Officer Training Corps

Army If you are planning on attending a four-year college and are interested in receiving a tuition scholarship along with some of the best leadership training available Army ROTC may be right for you FOUR-YEAR SCHOLARSHIP The high school Four-Year Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program Contact your high school academic advisor or Campus Military Science department for more information To qualify you must

Be a US citizen

Be between the ages of 17 and 26

Have a high school CGPA of at least 250

Have a high school diploma or equivalent

Score minimum of 920 on the SAT (mathverbal) or 19 on the ACT

Meet physical standards

Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (US Army Reserve or Army National Guard)

httpwwwgoarmycomrotchigh_school_studentsjsp

Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps

Air Force

The Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Program provides 3- and 4-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors The application process is the same for each type

httpwwwafrotccomscholarshipshsscholtypesphp

United States Army Emergency Relief Scholarship

Contact 200 Stovall Street Alexandria VA 22332 (703) 428-0000 Fax (703) 325-7183 e-mail aeraerhqorg Eligibility Unmarried dependent children of members of the army Must be a US citizen and not yet 22 years of age on June 1st of the school year that begins the following September Award $2000 Deadline March 1

Wings of America This scholarship is for children whose parents serve or have served in the Navy in an Aviation command (squadron naval air station carrier etc Please visit website for a complete list of details and eligibility requirements Students must first fill out pre-qualification form (first time applicant only) and Application (available October 1

st) Deadline for pre-qualification form

(first time applicant only) is March 1st

Completed application deadline is April 1st

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Scholarships for Children of Specific Employees

American Postal Workers UnionAFL-CIO

Contact Juliette Cobb 1300 L Street NW Washington DC 20005 (202) 842-4200 (202) 842-8500 Eligibility High School seniors who are dependent children of American Postal Workers Union members Award $1000 renewable for 4 years Deadline March 1

httpwwwapwuorg

Burger King Scholars Contact Scholarship America One Scholarship Way Saint Peter MN 56082 Win a $50000 $25000 $5000 or $1000 scholarship Eligibility High School seniors 250 GPA or higher be a resident of US Canada or Puerto Rico and pursing a full-time college education (please see website for additional eligibility information) Also please see website for requirements specific to Burger King employees and their children Apply online Deadline Application period opens Nov 15 and closes Jan 10 httphaveityourwayfoundationorgbksp_scholarship_eligibilityhtml

California Congress of Parents and Teachers Inc

Contact Larita Wade 930 Georgia St Los Angeles CA 90015 (213) 620-1100 ext100 e-mail grantscaptaorg Eligibility Students entering or attending a 4-year college in CA and majoring in an agricultural related field Maximum award amount $5000 Deadline March 15 and November 30

Contact for more information

California Newspaper Carrier Foundation

Contact 1010 Hurley Way Suite 300 Sacramento CA 95825 Eligibility Applicant must be (or a child of) a Newspaper carrierdelivery person that resides in California This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors only with high academic achievement Award $2000 Deadline

March 1

Please write for more information California Wine Grape Growers Foundation Contact 1325 J Street Suite 1560 Sacramento CA 95814 1-800-241-1800 For US or CSU Four year programs At least two 4-year $8000 scholarships available For California Community Colleges at least four 2-year $2000 scholarships available Eligibility Be related to someone who is a California vineyard employee or wine grape grower Deadline April 2 (must be postmarked by this date) wwwcawgorgcwggf Christermon Foundation Contact Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program 9 Orchard Road 100 Lake Forest CA 92630 One Year - Non Recurring Scholarships range from $2000 to $5000 Eligibility Applicant Qualifies as California High School Senior who will attend a four year university beginning Fall or California Community College student transferring to a four-year university with a 30 GPA amp Junior Year status beginning Fall All applications are screened by an outside source for verification of the following Applicantrsquos Parent or Grandparent is employed full time with a company or individual holding a valid California liquorbeerwine license Licensees include hotels restaurants wholesale groceryretail grocerdrug storesconvenience storeswineriesbreweries airlines etc etc etc Employment by Student or other family member DOES NOT qualify High School applicant participates in athletics andor performing arts during BOTH 11th amp 12th grades Applicant demonstrates outstanding community citizenship as evidenced by student written essay Ineligible are students planning to attend a two-year school and those currently enrolled in a four-year collegeuniversity prior to Fall APPLICATION AVAILABLE exclusively ONLINE 7-30-11 until 2-01-12 at christermoncom CLICK the Scholarship link amp follow instructions FILL OUT application on line PRINT IT SIGN IT ATTACH required supporting documentation and MAIL the packet to us postmarked no later than 2112 Deadline February 1 wwwchristermoncom

Disability Illness Scholarships California-Hawaii Elks Major Project Inc-Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities Contact dianefarrensmsncom 951-696-8099 Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities has increased from five scholarships of $1000 to twenty to thirty scholarships of $1000 to $2000 each Scholarship recipients may reapply each year If qualified they can receive up to a total of four years of assistance Eligibility Individuals applying must be a United States citizen and a resident of California or Hawaii have a physical impairment neurological impairment visual impairment hearing impairment andor speech-language disorder and be a senior in high school a high school graduate or have passed the General Educational Development (GED) Examination or the California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) The applications must be Please visit website for more information and to apply Deadline March 15 (applications are endorsed by Lodge scholarship chairmen then student forwards completed packet to California-Hawaii Elks Major Project Inc by deadline) httpchea-elksorguspsdhtml Foundation for Exceptional Children Stanley E Jackson Scholarship Contact 1110 N Glebe Road Suite 300 Arlington VA 22201 Eligibility Disabled and member of ethnic minority evidence of financial need anticipating enrollment for the first time in full-time post-

secondary education or training Award $1000 Deadline February 1st

httpwwwfree-4ucomstanley_e__jackson_scholarship_for_handicapped-giftedhtm Komen College Scholarship program Contact This program is administered for Susan G Komen for the Cure by International Scholarship and Tuition Services Inc (ISTS) Please send all inquiries to contactusapplyistscom and include Susan G Komen for the Cure Scholarship Program in the subject line Thank you for your interest in the Susan G Komen for the Cure College Scholarship Program In 2001 Komen established the college scholarship program to help students who would find attending college to be a significant financial burden due to the loss of a parent or guardian to breast cancer or their own breast cancer diagnosis at age 25 or younger The award is a generous scholarship of $10000 a year for up to four years to attend a state university in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree Scholarship recipients are selected based on scholastic achievement community service financial need and demonstrated leadership potential Eligibility Must have lost a parentguardian to breast cancer OR Must be a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at 25 years or younger Must be a high school senior college freshman sophomore or junior Must plan to attend a state-supported college or university in the state where they permanently reside (students in Washington DC can attend state-supported schools in Maryland or Virginia) Must have a high school andor college GPA of 28 on a 40 scale Must be no older than 25 years old by May Must be a US citizen or documented permanent resident of the US (or US Territory) Never at any time have been subject to any disciplinary action by any institution or entity including but not limited to any educational or law enforcement agency Must be a driven advocate for breast cancer education and research who is able to complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service per semester Deadline November 15 wwwkomenorgscholarship

Community Service Leadership Bank of America Student Leaders Program the Bank of America Student Leaders Program has recognized more than 1600 high school juniors and seniors identified as exemplary young people with a passion for improving their communities The program helps students gain a greater understanding of how nonprofits create impact in the community and helps develop them as the next generation of community leaders through two components A summer eight-week paid internship with selected nonprofit organizations designed to provide opportunities for the students to develop and apply leadership skills through hands-on work experience while raising their awareness of community issues addressed by their Host Organization A week-long all-expense paid Student Leadership Summit in Washington DC Conducted in partnership with the Close Up Foundation the Summit introduces students to aspects of civic social and business leadership and provides them with knowledge and skills they will use throughout their life to create positive community change Deadline January 25 httpwwwbankofamericacomneistudentleaders Best Buy Scholarship The Best Buy Scholarship is for students that hit the books and help their communities Deadline February 15 httpswwwat15com Dorothy Vandercook Peace Scholarship

Contact Wiedner amp Vandercook MSF co Leal Portis Chairperson 301 Redbud Way Nevada City Ca 95959 (530) 272-6018 Eligibility Applicant must be a high school senior or college freshman with a background in community involvement The student must also include hisher plan for contributing to a healthy planet and two letters of recommendation Award $250-$500 Deadline March 1 httpwwwgrandmothersforpeaceorg Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contact Elks National Foundation Inc 2750 N Lakeview Avenue Chicago IL 606-14-2256 scholarshipelksorg The Elks National Foundation provides more than $364 million in college scholarships each year through its three scholarship programs The application process and deadlines vary for each program All applications must go through a local Elks Lodge before reaching the Elks National Foundation office Contact your high school counselor for more information or your local Elks Lodge 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1000 per year to $15000 per year for graduating high school seniors based on financial need leadership and scholarship Eligibility Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks College students are not eligible to apply Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed permanent legal resident status does not qualify Male and female students compete separately Deadline December 2 httpwwwelksorgENFscholars Future Leaders of America

Contact Mary Mitchell Orange County HEEF Scholarship Program Orange County community Foundation 2801 Business Center Dr Suite 100 Irvine CA 92612 (949) 553-4202 Eligibility Awarded to graduating seniors who have demonstrated community leadership by volunteering at least 30 hours at a community based non-profit organization Award $1000 Deadline February 1

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Please call number listed for more information

GE- Ronald Reagan Foundation Scholarship Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program This program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership drive integrity and citizenship with $10000 renewable scholarships (up to $40000 per recipient) Please visit the Ronald Reagan Foundation website for additional information and eligibility requirements Deadline February 17

httpwwwreaganfoundationorgGE-RFScholarshipsaspx

Los Angeles Junior Chamber of Commerce Award

Contact Nancy Takata LAJCC 350 South Bixel St Suite 100 Los Angeles CA 90017 (213) 989-2159 Fax (213) 580-1490 e-mail ntakatalajccorg Eligibility The LA Junior Chamber of Commerce is awarding students that have made either contributions to their community andor school through volunteer efforts andor positions of leadership Participation in a competitive activity in a sport or art is also required Please see the website above for the application procedures Award $2000 10-20 scholarships available Check website for details Deadline March 17

httpwwwlajccorg

No Snap Judgments Local high school students can compete for a $2000 college scholarship award by submitting an entry in the No Snap Judgments Essay Contest Essays will be written and submitted online to encourage students to look beyond first impressions and discover how our commonalities outweigh our differences Through the lens of The Addams Family Musical performing at the Pantages Theater in June the No Snap Judgments program empowers us to engage others with openness respect and acceptanceStudents will enter their essays online before the entry deadline of June 3 at wwwtwcmediacomnosnapjudgments

Other Scholarships

US Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard Scholarship Packet - Scholarships arranged by deadline httproybal-allardhousegovUploadedFiles2010-2011_Paying_For_College-2pdf

Scholarship Search Engine

httpwwwacademicinvestcom

ACSA Region XIX High School Scholarships

Great News Three high school senior student scholarships of $1000 each are available to children and grandchildren of ACSA Region XIX members Applications are due by Friday March 9

httpwwwrcoeusregionxixtoolsscholarshipapp2011-12doc

Ebell of Los AngelesCharles N Flint Scholarship Fund The

Contact Shirley Taylor Haizlip Scholarship Chair 743 Lucerne Blvd Los Angeles CA 90005-3707 (323) 931-1277 ext131 e-mail ebelllaartnetnet Eligibility Must be a local area undergraduate resident enrolled in a LA County university or college Award $2000 Deadline March 31 It may vary please contact

httpwwwebelllacom Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship Contact email Infomensafoundationorg Voicemail 800-66-MENSA Phone 817-607-5577 Fax 817-649-5232 Eligibility Open to all students (must write a 550 word essay) Request an application at local chapter chapter information is available online Awards varies Deadline January 15

wwwmensafoundationorg

California Association of Collectors The Educational Scholarship Foundation was founded in 2005 by the California Association of

Collectors (CAC) The scholarship requires a simple one-page application and an essay on The Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Financial Credit During Your College Years The scholarship is available to any California high school senior for their use at any accredited college university or trade school Deadline Entries must be postmarked by January 16 httpcacesforgpdfs20112011-2012_cacesf_rules_and20_applicationpdf

DELTA THETA CHI SORORITY Requirements call for call for the applicant to reside in the United States a high scholastic average evidence of financial need currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college and an application form with attachments as specified by the National Executive Council These

scholarships are awarded annually to students of promise and distinction Deadline February 1 httpwwwdeltathetachiorgNational_Scholarshiphtml MATTERS OF LIFE amp DEATH SCHOLARSHIP WRITING CONTEST The goals of the Matters of Life amp Death Scholarship Writing Contest are to expose students to the issues surrounding aid in dying and to financially assist college‐bound scholars This contest is

designed to help students develop awareness of issues surrounding end‐of‐life decision‐making

The contest is open to California high school students in grades 11 and 12 during the academic year who are college‐bound Deadline April 16

httpwwwcompassionandchoicesncaorgessayphp

Mervyns Local Hero Scholarship

Contact Scholars Management Srvc CSFA 1505 Riverview Road PO BOX 297 StPeters MN

56082 Eligibility High School senior demonstrates academic excellence and extracurricular

activities Must be a resident of the following states AZ CA CO ID LO MI MN NV NM OK OR

TX UT WA Award $1000-$10000 Deadline February 1 - July 31st

Please Contact for more details

RadioTV News Director Association Foundation Scholarship

Contact Scholarship Coordinator 1000 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington DC 20036 Eligibility

This open to undergraduate students who have completed at least one full year of school Part of

the application process includes sending a videotape and a letter Please send a self-addressed

stamped envelope to the address above for more information Award Varies Deadline March

Ronald Reagan College Leaders Program

Contact Jeff Hollingsworth The Phillips Foundation 1 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington

DC 20001 Suite 620 (202) 250-3887 email jhollingsworthphillipscom Eligibility Must be a

sophomore or junior enrolled as a fulltime student in a 4 year university or college in good

academic standing and must provide a written narrative (must be a US citizen) Award $1000

$2500 $5000 or $7500 Deadline January 15th

httpwwwthephillipsfoundationorg Scholarshipscom Contact Kevin N Ladd- Vice President 847-432-1700 x111 knlscholarshipscom

Scholarshipscom 473 Central Avenue Highland Park Illinois 60035 Start Your Free Scholarship Search Today In just a few minutes you could find tens of thousands of dollars in free college scholarship money and get recruited by schools across the country Spend a little time save a lot of money and attend the college that is the best fit for you wwwscholarshipscom

Summer Academic Research Internship (SARI)

Contact Coordinator Affirmative Action University of California Santa Barbara Graduate Division

Santa Barbara Ca 93106-2070 (805) 893-8000 Eligibility Contact for details Award Stipend and

housing Deadline February 1st

httpwwwucsbedu Trustee Scholarship Contact Tammy Jones Loyola Marymount University 7900 Loyola Blvd Los Angeles Ca 90045 (310) 338-2753 Eligibility Open to entering freshman Award Full four years paid tuition Deadline February (contact for details) httpwwwlmuedu University of California Los Angeles Contact Hariet Moss Summer Research for Minority Undergraduates Graduate Affirmative Affairs Office 1248 Murphy Hall Los Angeles CA 90095-1544 (310) 825-2469 Eligibility Eight-week summer program open to upper-division undergraduates Opportunity to work closely with faculty in all fields regular seminars Must have a 28 GPA Award $1600 + tuition Deadline February

Please call for more information

Wal-Mart Foundation Contact Karen Thompson Assistant Director Bentonville AR 72716-8071 (800) 530-9925 Eligibility Graduating high school seniors residing in Wal-Mart Stores service area Award Contact for Details Deadline February 1

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httpwwwWalmartfoundationorg Visine Students with Vision Scholarship The first annual VISINE

reg STUDENTS WITH VISIONtrade Scholarship Program is offering one-time

$5000 scholarships to students who have demonstrated a clear vision or goal for their future High school seniors and current college students with a minimum GPA of 28 may submit an online application beginning February 15 The deadline to apply is April 16

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