Saturday, October 22, 2011

Young Soloists Awards 2012-2013

VSA Arts
818 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 800-933-8721
Fax: 202-429-0868
Email: info@vsarts.org
http://www.vsarts.org

Purpose of award: To award promising young musicians with disabilities with scholarship funds and a chance to perform in Washington, DC, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be instrumentalists or vocalists no older than 25 years of age and have physical or mental disabilities that limit one or more of their major life activities. Applicants need to include audio or videocassette recordings of three musical selections along with a one-page biography explaining why they feel they should be selected for the award. Awards are based on technique, tone, intonation, rhythm and interpretation from the taped performances.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Samuel Huntington Public Service Award 2012-2013

Massachusetts Electric Company
Samuel Huntington Fund
Attn: Amy F. Stacy
25 Research Drive
Westborough, MA 01582

Phone: 508-389-3390
Fax:
Email: amy.stacy@us.ngrid.com
http://www.nationalgridus.com

Purpose of award: To provide money for graduating college seniors to pursue public service anywhere in the world.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating college seniors and should submit applications, cover sheets, proposals, budgets, transcripts, resumes, and three recommendation letters.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Illustrators of the Future 2012-2013

L. Ron Hubbard
P.O. Box 3190
Los Angeles, CA 90078

Phone:
Fax:
Email: contests@authorservicesinc.com
http://www.writersofthefuture.com

Purpose of award: To discover deserving amateur aspiring illustrators.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must not have published more than three black-and-white story illustrations or more than one color painting in national media. Applicants must also submit three original illustrations done in a black-and-white medium in three different themes.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$4,000.
Number of awards: 3 awards are given quarterly with a grand prize awarded annually.
Deadline: December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30.
How to apply: There is no application form.

3 Percent Scholarships 2012-2013

New Mexico Higher Education Department 1068 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505

Phone: 800-279-9777
Fax: 505-476-6511
Email: heather.romero@state.nm.us
http://hed.state.nm.us

Purpose of award: To support New Mexico undergraduate and graduate students to attend postsecondary institutions in New Mexico.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students who attend public postsecondary institutions in New Mexico. Each participating college or university has its own eligibility requirements.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to full tuition and fees.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your financial aid office.

Academic Challenge Scholarship 2012-2013

Arkansas Department of Higher Education
114 East Capitol
Little Rock, AR 72201-3818

Phone: 501-371-2050
Fax: 501-371-2001
Email: finaid@adhe.arknet.edu
http://www.arkansashighered.com

Purpose of award: To encourage Arkansas high school graduates to enroll in Arkansas colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating Arkansas high school seniors who meet academic minimum standards and income requirements.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2.25
Amount: Up to $3,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available through your high school counselor.

Academic Excellence Scholarship 2012-2013

State of Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board P.O. Box 7885
Madison, WI 53707

Phone: 608-267-2206
Fax: 608-267-2808
Email: heabmail@heab.state.wi.us
http://heab.state.wi.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Wisconsin students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Wisconsin high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time at an eligible Wisconsin college or university. The award is given to the student with the highest GPA in each public and private Wisconsin high school.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,250-Full tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Academic Scholars Program 2012-2014

Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education 655 Research Parkway, Suite 200
Oklahoma City, OK 73104

Phone: 800-858-1840
Fax: 405-225-9230
Email: studentinfo@osrhe.edu
http://www.okhighered.org

Purpose of award: To assist students in attending Oklahoma colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants can qualify for the program by being Oklahoma or out-of-state students who are named National Merit Scholars, National Merit Finalists or U.S. Presidential Scholars, by being Oklahoma residents who score above the 99.5 percentile on the SAT or ACT or by being nominated by a public college or institution. Applicants must attend an Oklahoma college or university.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Full tuition.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from your high school guidance counselor, by telephone request and online.

Academic Scholarship Program 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Ohio high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Ohio high school seniors who plan to attend full-time an Ohio undergraduate institution and who meet academic requirements. The award is given to at least one student from each participating high school.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 23.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Jessica King Scholarship 2012-2013

Association for International Practical Training (AIPT) 10400 Little Patuxent Parkway
Suite 250
Columbia, MD 21044-3519

Phone: 410-997-2200
Fax: 410-992-3924
Email: aipt@aipt.org
http://www.aipt.org

Purpose of award: To help students in the international hospitality field.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old, have a degree in the hospitality industry or be currently employed for at least one year in the hospitality industry and be fluent in the host country's language. Applicants must also have been offered an overseas position and be participating in an AIPT-sponsored program. The scholarship is based on merit.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email.

Access College Early Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To support Nebraska high school students who are enrolled in early college courses.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate financial need through proof of participation in government aid programs or documentation of recent family hardships.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program 2012-2013

Florida Department of Education Office of Student Financial Assistance 1940 N. Monroe Street
Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759

Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@f1doe.org
http://www.f1oridastudentfinancialaid.org

Purpose of award: To help undergraduate students from Florida who want to attend Florida private colleges or universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Florida residents for at least a year and first-time undergraduate students enrolled in degree programs (except theology or divinity degrees). Applicants must meet Florida's general state aid eligibility requirements. Participating institutions determine application procedures, deadlines and student eligibility.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the financial aid office at eligible Florida colleges and universities.

Ada Mucklestone Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Illinois
P.O. Box 2910
Bloomington, IL 61702

Phone: 309-663-9366
Fax:
Email: webmaster@illegion.org
http://www.illegion.org/scholarship.html

Purpose of award: To provide financial aid to students who are children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of veterans who are eligible for membership in the American Legion.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be residents of Illinois who are in their senior year of high school or who have graduated but have not previously attended college. They must be children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of Armed Forces veterans who served during American Legion eligibility dates.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $800-$1,200.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available by mail.

Adult Part-Time Grant 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist financially needy, independent undergraduates who have been out of high school for at least two years.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Michigan residents enrolled at a participating public or independent degree-granting Michigan college or university on a part-time basis. Applicants must be able to show financial need and not be in default on an educational loan. This award is distributed through each participating college.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: For detailed information and application procedures contact the college or university financial aid office.

Agenda for Delaware Women Trailblazer Scholarship 2012-2013

Delaware Higher Education Commission Carvel State Office Building, 5th Floor 820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801

Phone: 800-292-7935
Fax: 302-577-6765
Email: dhec@doe.k12.de.us
http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/

Purpose of award: To support female Delaware undergraduate students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legal residents of Delaware who will enroll in a public or private nonprofit college in Delaware as an undergraduate with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Based 50 percent on financial need and 50 percent on community and school activities, vision, participation and leadership.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: April 12.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Agnes M. Lindsay Scholarship 2012-2013

Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance 454 Broadway
Suite 200
Revere, MA02151

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

Purpose of award: To provide assistance to Massachusetts students who are from rural parts of the state, demonstrate financial need and attend a Massachusetts public institution of higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be permanent Massachusetts residents for at least one year before the beginning of the academic year. Applicants must also be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by phone.

Aid for Part-Time Study 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist part-time undergraduate students at New York State institutions.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must meet income eligibility requirements, be enrolled for at least 3 but less than 12 semester hours per semester or at least 4 but less than 8 semester hours per quarter in an eligible undergraduate program, be New York State residents and be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens. Tuition charges must exceed $100 per year, and once payments begin, students must maintain a C average.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the financial aid office to receive an APTS application.

Alabama Student Grant Program 2012-2013

State of Alabama
Commission on Higher Education 100 N. Union Street
P.O. Box 302000
Montgomery, AL 36130

Phone: 334-242-1998
Fax: 334-242-0268
Email:
http://www.ache.state.al.us

Purpose of award: To assist Alabama residents planning to attend colleges in the state.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Alabama residents attending or planning to attend Birmingham-Southern College, Concordia College, Faulkner University, Huntingdon College, Judson College, Miles College, Oakwood College, Samford University, Selma University, Southeastern Bible College, Southern Vocational College, Spring Hill College, Stillman College or the University of Mobile.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,200.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the college financial aid office.

Albert H. Hix. W8AH Memorial Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To provide scholarship assistance to amateur radio operators who are from the West Virginia Section or Roanoke Division or who are attending school in the West Virginia section.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must hold a General Class or higher Amateur Radio License and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Albert M. Lappin Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist the education of needy and worthy children of American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary members.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores who are average or better students. They must be the son or daughter of a veteran and enrolling or enrolled in a post-secondary school in Kansas. A parent must have been a member of the Kansas American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary for the previous three years. In addition, the children of deceased parents are eligible if the parent was a paid member at the time of death. Applicants must submit a 1040 income statement, documentation of parent's veteran status, three letters of recommendation, with only one from a teacher, an essay on the topic of "Why I Want to Go to College" and a high school transcript. Applicants must maintain a C average in college and verify enrollment at the start of each semester.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Program 2012-2013

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 50625
Minneapolis, MN 55405

Phone: 651-769-1757
Fax: 651-459-8371
Email:
http://www.joefrancis.com

Purpose of award: To provide barber and cosmetology students with financial aid.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be sponsored by one of the following: a fully accredited, recognized barber or cosmetology school, a licensed salon owner or manager, a full-service distributor or a member of the International Chain Association, Beauty and Barber Supply Institute, Cosmetology Advancement Foundation or National Cosmetology Association. Applicants must be actively enrolled in cosmetology school or planning to enroll during or after the award month of August. Judging is based on financial need, motivation and character.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June l.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Albert Yanni Scholarship Program 2012-2013

West Virginia Department of Education
Building 6, Room 243
1900 Kanawha Boulevard E. Charleston, WV 25305

Phone: 304-558-3897
Fax:
Email: gcoulson@access.k12.wv.us
http://wvde.state.wv.us

Purpose of award: To provide incentives and encouragement for career and technical students to pursue higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be public high school seniors in West Virginia who rank in the top quarter of their class or have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must have completed four or more units in a single technical concentration, have no final semester grades below a C and plan to pursue higher education in a career field related to their technical concentration.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Albuquerque ARC/Toby Cross Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to amateur radio operators.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be New Mexico residents who hold an amateur radio license. They should be candidates for undergraduate degrees.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Alert Scholarship 2012-2013

Alert Magazine
P.O. Box 4833
Boise, ID 83711

Phone: 208-375-7911
Fax: 208-376-0770
Email:
http://www.alertmagazine.org

Purpose of award: To promote the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse.
Eligibility requirements: Scholarships are awarded for the best editorials on the prevention of drug and alcohol abuse. Winning editorials will be published in Alert Magazine. Applicants must be high school students between the ages of 18 and 19 and residents of Colorado, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington or Wyoming.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Ongoing.
How to apply: No application necessary.

American Association of Japanese University Women Scholarship Program 2012-2013

American Association of Japanese University Women Sumiko Takase
511 0 Llano Drive
Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Phone: 818-703-0208
Fax:
Email: scholarship@aajuw.org
http://www.aajuw.org/Scholarship.htm

Purpose of award: To support female students who demonstrate leadership and facilitate cultural relationships.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be starting their junior year or higher at a California school. They must be able to attend the awards ceremony in Los Angeles at their own expense. Students must also submit an essay showing- how their studies will contribute to leadership or to the relationship between the United States and Japan.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: September 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Essay Contest Scholarship 2012-2013

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Illinois
P.O. Box 2910
Bloomington, IL 61702

Phone: 309-663-9366
Fax:
Email: webmaster@illegion.org
http://www.illegion.orglscholarship.html

Purpose of award: To award outstanding 500-word essays written on assigned topics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an Illinois school in grades eight to twelve.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $75.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 2.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Unit or Auxiliary.

American Indian Endowed Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To help students who have ties to the Native American community and have financial need pay for higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have financial need according to a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), be residents of Washington state and enroll full-time as an undergraduate or graduate in an eligible program.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Justice Essay Scholarship 2012-2013

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
1809 7th Avenue # 1500
Seattle, WA 98101-1328

Phone: 206-464-1011
Fax: 206-464-0703
Email: wstla@wscla.org
http://www.wscla.org

Purpose of award: To promote awareness of the role that the civil justice system plays in society through an essay contest.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be attending high school in the state of Washington and must subsequently attend college in order to receive the scholarship. Essays must be four to five pages and be on the given topic on advocacy in the American justice system.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$3,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: March 21.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Savings Bank Scholarship Program 2012-2013

Hawaii Community Foundation - Scholarships
1164 Bishop Street
Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813

Phone: 888-731-3863
Fax:
Email: scholarships@hcf-hawaii.org
http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To assist Hawaii high school graduates with college expenses at state schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be entering college freshmen and demonstrate scholastic aptitude, leadership, financial need and character. Four scholarships are awarded, one for the University of Hawaii College System, one for Chaminade University of Honolulu, one for Brigham Young University-Hawaii Campus and one for Hawaii Pacific University. Applicants must be full-time students and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. The award is renewable and includes an offer of a paid internship.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 4. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available at any American Savings Branch.

Americanism and Government Test Program 2012-2013

American Legion, Department of Wisconsin
2930 American Legion Drive
P.O. Box 388
Portage, WI 53901

Phone: 608-745-1090
Fax: 608-745-0179
Email: info@wilegion.org
http://www.wilegion.org

Purpose of award: To award outstanding performance on the Americanism and Government Test, a 50-question examination based on state and federal government and history.
Eligibility requirements: Participants must be enrolled in a Wisconsin high school and in their sophomore, junior or senior year.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $500.
Number of awards: 32.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting your local principal, teacher or guidance counselor.

Arizona Private Postsecondary Education Student Financial Assistance Program (PFAP) 2012-2013

Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education
2020 N. Central Avenue, Suite 550
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Phone: 602-258-2435
Fax: 602-258-2483
Email: judi@azhighered.org
http://www.azhighered.org

Purpose of award: To assist Arizona students earning baccalaureate degrees at private postsecondary schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Arizona attending a licensed and accredited private postsecondary institution.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Ongoing.
How to apply: Applications are available through your school's financial aid office.

Joe Perdue Scholarship 2012-2013

Club Foundation
1733 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-739-9500
Fax: 703-739-0124
Email: schaverr@clubfoundation.org
http://www.clubfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support students pursuing careers in private club management.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be pursuing managerial careers in the private club industry, have completed their freshman year of college, have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be enrolled full-time for the following year. An essay and letters of recommendation are also required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 13.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Arkansas Oratorical Contest 2012-2013

American Legion, Department of Arkansas Department Oratorical Chairman, Roger Lacy P.O. Box 3280
Little Rock, AR 72203

Phone: 501-375-1104
Fax: 501-375-4236
Email: alegion@swbell.net
http://www.arlegion.org/Oratorical.html

Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship 2012-2013

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund
614 E. Emma, Suite 119
Springdale, AR 72764

Phone: 479-927-1402
Fax: 479-751-1110
Email:
http://www.aspsf.org

Purpose of award: To help single parents attain a post-secondary education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be low-income Arkansas residents who are single parents with custody of a child who is a minor. Applicants must not have a four-year degree.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from the ASPSF affiliate in your county.

Arkansas Student Assistance Grant Program 2012-2013

Arkansas Department of Higher Education
114 East Capitol
Little Rock, AR 72201-3818

Phone: 501-371-2050
Fax: 501-371-2001
Email: finaid@adhe.arknet.edu
http://www.arkansashighered.com

Purpose of award: To help Arkansas students in need.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as a paper application, a renewal application or an electronic application. They must be eligible for a Pell Grant and meet the other general eligibility requirements for federal financial aid programs. They also must be attending a college within the state full-time. Awards are made on a first come, first served basis.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $600.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: The FAFSA is available online at http://www.fafsa. ed.gov or by mail.

Art Scholarship 2012-2013

Liberty Graphics
P.O. Box 5
44 Main Street Liberty, ME 04949

Phone: 207-589-4596
Fax: 207-589-4415
Email: jay@lgtees.com
http://www.lgtees.com

Purpose of award: To encourage exploration and expression through traditional visual mediums.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be seniors at a Maine high school, be legal residents of Maine and major in art. Students must submit artwork, usually with a theme of Maine and the outdoors.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available from your high school guidance counselor or on the Liberty Graphics website beginning in late February or early March of each year.

Aspire Award 2012-2013

Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation 404 James Robertson Parkway
Suite 1510, Parkway Towers
Nashville, TN 37243

Phone: 800-342-1663
Fax: 615-741-6101
Email: tsac.aidinfo@state.tn.us
http://www.collegepaystn.com

Purpose of award: To provide supplemental support to recipients of the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be entering freshmen with a minimum ACT score of 21, minimum SAT score of 980 or minimum 3.0 GPA. Home-schooled applicants must have a minimum ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 980. GED applicants must have a minimum GED score of525 and minimum ACT score of21 or SAT score of980. Independent students or the parents of dependent students must have an adjusted gross income under $36,000.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: September 1.
How to apply: Applications are available through completion of the FAFSA.

Boccalaureate Scholarship 2012-2013

Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation 7607 Eastmark Drive, Suite 101
College Station, TX 77840

Phone: 979-845-1213
Fax: 979-845-6495
Email: texas4hfoundation@ag.tamu.edu
http://www.texas4hfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support Texas 4-H members who are planning to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be high school seniors who have actively participated in a Texas 4-H program during at least part of the year. They must have formally applied to a Texas college or university, and they must meet the school's admission requirements. Applicants must have a score of at least 1350 on the SAT or 19 on the ACT. Students must provide information about their 4- H achievements, financial need, community service participation and leadership skills.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500-$15,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Bach Organ and Keyboard Music Scholarship 2012-2013

Rhode Island Foundation One Union Station Providence, RI 02903

Phone: 401-274-4564
Fax: 401-331-8085
Email: libbym@rifoundation.org
http://www.rifoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support music majors who are studying keyboard instruments.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of the state of Rhode Island. Students must be currently enrolled in a college music program, and they must show financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: June 9.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Barking Foundation Grants and Scholarships 2012-2013

Barking Foundation
P.O. Box 855
Bangor, ME 04401

Phone: 207-990-2910
Fax: 207-990-2975
Email: info@barkingfoundation.org
http://www.barkingfoundation.org

Purpose of award: To financially assist residents of Maine with their post-secondary education goals.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Maine and have demonstrated financial need. There is no minimum GPA requirement for first-time applicants, but to reapply, recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: 50. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Printable applications are available online, but applications must be mailed.

Benjamin Franklin/Edith Green Scholarship 2012-2014

Oregon Student Assistance Commission
1500 Valley River Drive
Suite 100
Eugene, OR 97401

Phone: 541-687-7400
Fax: 541-687-7414
Email: awardinfo@mercury.osac.state.or.us
http://www.osac.state.or.us

Purpose of award: To assist Oregon high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating Oregon high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year public Oregon college.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

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Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Louisiana 2012-2013

Louisiana Department of Education P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804

Phone: 877-453-2721
Fax: 225-342-0193
Email:
http://www.doe.state.la.us

Purpose of award: To provide financial support to students who have demonstrated academic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students or GED recipients who are Louisiana residents and U.S. citizens. They must have a GPA of at least 3.5 and score above 23 on the ACT or above 970 on the SAT. GED recipients should have a score above 620. Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 124. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from high school guidance counselors and GED

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Maine 2012-2013

Maine Education Assistance Division Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) 5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332

Phone: 800-228-3734
Fax: 207-623-0095
Email: education@famemaine.com
http://www.famemaine.com

Purpose of award: To provide support to high-achieving high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors. Home-schooled seniors are eligible if they submit GED scores and high school transcripts, if available. Applicants must be Maine residents who have demonstrated academic achievement and participation in community service activities. They must submit an essay and ACT or SAT scores.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Maryland 2012-2013

Maryland State Department of Education William Cappe
200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Phone:
Fax:
Email: wcappe@msde.state.md.us
http://www.msde.state.md.us

Purpose of award: To recognize student achievement and scholastic excellence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who are Maryland residents and in the top 1 percent of their class. They must be admitted full-time to a post-secondary school, excluding military academies.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$1,500.
Number of awards: 129.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applicants must be nominated by school officials.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Massachusetts 2012-2013

Massachusetts Department of Education 350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148

Phone: 781-338-6304
Fax:
Email: steixeira@doe.mass.edu
http://www.doe.mass.edu

Purpose of award: To reward academic achievement in high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or be earning the equivalent of a high school diploma. They must be Massachusetts residents, having lived in the state at least one year prior to beginning college. Applicants must apply to or be accepted at an accredited post-secondary institution. They must have a GPA of at least 3.5, and the scholarship committee will consider school activities, leadership, community service, employment, awards and honors.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are sent to schools, and schools must nominate students.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Michigan 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Michigan high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Michigan residents, high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Each Michigan high school principal may nominate one outstanding senior.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Minnesota 2012-2013

Minnesota Higher Education Services Office 1450 Energy Park Drive Suite 350
Saint Paul, MN 55108

Phone: 651-642-0567
Fax: 651-642-0675
Email: info@heso.state.mn.us
http://www.mheso.state.mn.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Minnesota high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Minnesota residents, high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 125. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March.
How to apply: Minnesota Department of Children, Families, & Learning, sends out the nomination information in January. Applicants apply through their high school and should contact their principal or counselor for application forms.

Pat Roberts Intelligence Scholars Program for Intelligence Analysts 2012-2013

National Security Agency (NSA)
9800 Savage Road, Suite 6779
Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755-6779

Phone: 410-854-4725
Fax:
Email:
http://www.nsa.gov/careers/

Purpose of award: To support students who plan to work in intelligence analysis.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be college juniors who are pursuing the following specialties related to intelligence work: regional studies (Middle East, South, East or Central Asia); topical studies (terrorism, proliferation or related sciences, international banking and finance or telecommunications and information systems networks) and disciplines (intelligence analysis, philosophy or international relations). Familiarity with foreign languages, particularly Arabic, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, Hindi, Korean, Pashto, Urdu or a Central Asian language is preferred. Applicants studying social network analysis, library science or geographic information systems may also be considered. Recipients are expected to become full-time employees of NSA's Intelligence Analysis Development Program after graduation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $25,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Mississippi 2012-2013

Mississippi Department of Education P.O. Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205

Phone: 601-359-3513
Fax:
Email: webhelp@mde.k12.ms.us
http://www.mde.k12.ms.us

Purpose of award: To recognize and promote academic excellence and achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of Mississippi and U.S. citizens or permanent residents. They must be graduating high school seniors or have earned their GED during the application year and have applied or been accepted to a post-secondary school. Applications must include ACT or SAT scores, high school transcript or GED test results, extracurricular activities, leadership activities, honors and awards and a one-page essay .
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,100-$1,500.
Number of awards: 70-75. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Missouri 2012-2013

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education P.O. Box 480
Jefferson City, MO 65102

Phone: 573-751-1668
Fax: 573-751-8613
Email: webreplyqualtrr@dese.mo.gov
http://www.dese.mo.gov

Purpose of award: To recognize and promote academic excellence and achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Missouri high school graduates or GED recipients. They must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants must be in the top 10 percent of their class and score above the 90th percentile on the ACT.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Montana 2012-2013

Montana Department of Education
The Montana Office of Public Instruction P.O. Box 202501
Helena, MT 59620

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.opi.state.mt.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Montana high school seniors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Montana residents, high school seniors and have a GPA of at least 3.6 in a college preparatory curriculum, and a cumulative score of 1380 on the SAT or 30 on the ACT.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.6
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March.
How to apply: Applications are available at your high school counseling office or online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Nebraska 2012-2013

Nebraska Department of Education 301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE 68509

Phone: 402-471-2295
Fax:
Email: mardi.north@nde.ne.gov
http://www.nde.state.ne.us

Purpose of award: To honor academic excellence and potential.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Nebraska residents who are graduating from high school or receiving a GED with a minimum ACT score of 30. They must be U.S. citizens, nationals or permanent residents. Applicants must have applied or been accepted to a post¬secondary school, planning to attend full-time. They must fulfill all Selective Service requirements and not be in default on any student loans.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,500.
Number of awards: 40. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Nevada 2012-2013

Nevada Department of Education 700 E. Fifth Street
Carson City, NY 89701

Phone: 775-687-9200
Fax: 775-687-9101
Email:
http://www.nde.state.nv.us

Purpose of award: To recognize and promote excellence and achievement among Nevada students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legal residents of the State of Nevada, be Nevada High School Scholars Program recipients and be accepted into an institution of higher education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 60. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - New Hampshire 2012-2013

New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission 3 Barrell Court
Suite 300
Concord, NH 03301

Phone: 603-271-2555 x352
Fax: 603-271-2696
Email: jknapp@pec.state.nh.us
http://www.state.nh.us/postsecondary/

Purpose of award: To assist exceptional New Hampshire students in postsecondary study.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be New Hampshire residents, U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens and high school seniors who plan to be full-time college students.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: First Friday in April.
How to apply: Contact the New Hampshire Department of Education for more information and an application.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - New Jersey 2012-2013

State of New Jersey Department of Education P.O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ 08625

Phone: 609-292-4469
Fax:
Email:
http://www.state.nj.us/education

Purpose of award: To reward academic achievement in graduating seniors and GED recipients.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be New Jersey residents who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Scholarships are awarded based on merit and are renewable for four years of undergraduate study.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from the department of education and school officials.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - New Mexico 2012-2013

New Mexico Public Education Department 300 Don Gaspar
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Phone: 505-827-5800
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ped.state.nm.us

Purpose of award: To recognize the educational accomplishments of outstanding students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be New Mexico residents who are graduating high school seniors or who have received a GED. They must have a GPA of at least 3.5 and score higher than 1220 on the SAT or higher than 27 on the ACT.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 44. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from school officials and the public education department.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - New York 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding New York State high school graduates
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors, New York residents, plan to attend an institution of higher education and have a minimum high school average of 95 or GED of 31 0 and minimum SAT score of 1250.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.7
Amount: Up to $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - North Carolina 2012-2013

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Center for Recruitment and Retention
Division of Human Resource Management, Department of Public Instruction
301 N. Wilmington Street Wilmington, NC 27601

Phone: 919-807-3300
Fax: 919-807-3362
Email: scholars@dpi.state.nc.us
http://www.ncpublicschools.org

Purpose of award: To assist academically outstanding North Carolina high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be legal North Carolina residents, graduate from a North Carolina high school, have a minimum SAT score of 900 and a minimum 3.0 GPA and be accepted to an approved postsecondary institution in the U.S.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 160. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February.
How to apply: Students must be nominated by their schools. Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Pi Sigma Alpha Washington Internship Scholarships 2012-2013

Pi Sigma Alpha
The Washington Center
2301 M Street NW; Fifth Floor Washington, DC 20037-1427

Phone:
Fax:
Email: info@twc.edu
http://www.apsanet.org/ -psa/

Purpose of award: To provide Pi Sigma Alpha members with scholarships to participate in summer or fall term internships in Washington, DC.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must belong to Pi Sigma Alpha and be nominated by their local chapter. The award is for a political science internship is based on academic achievement and service to the organization.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: April 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - North Dakota 2012-2013

North Dakota Department of Public Instruction 600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept. 201
Floors 9, 10, and 11
Bismarck, ND 58505

Phone: 701-328-2260
Fax: 701-328-2461
Email:
http://www.dpi.state.nd.us

Purpose of award: To recognize outstanding academic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be North Dakota residents who are graduating seniors or have earned a GED. Academic achievement, potential for future academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement and community service will all be considered in awarding the scholarship.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Late April.
How to apply: Applications are available from school officials and the department of public instruction.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Ohio 2012-2013

Ohio Department of Education 25 S. Front Street
Columbus, OH 43128

Phone: 614-466-4590
Fax:
Email: contact.center@ode.state.oh.us
http://www.ode.state.oh.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Ohio high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Ohio high school seniors who plan to attend an accredited U.S. undergraduate college or university. This award is given to at least one student in each of Ohio's congressional districts. Selection is based on academic achievement and participation in leadership activities.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Second Friday in March.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Oklahoma 2012-2013

Oklahoma State Department of Education Professional Services Division
Oliver Hodge Building
2500 North Lincoln Boulevard Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Phone: 405-521-2808
Fax:
Email: studentinfo@osrhe.edu
http://www.okhighered.org

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Oklahoma high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors who are outstanding academically, U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, legal residents of Oklahoma, plan to attend full-time an institution of higher education and meet academic requirements.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Oregon 2012-2013

Oregon Student Assistance Commission 1500 Valley River Drive
Suite 100
Eugene, OR 97401

Phone: 541-687-7400
Fax: 541-687-7414
Email: awardinfo@mercury.osac.state.or.us
http://www.osac.state.or.us

Purpose of award: To assist Oregon high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Oregon high school seniors, have a minimum 3.85 GPA or minimum GED score of 325 and have a minimum SAT score of 1300 or ACT score of 29.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.85
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Pennsylvania 2012-2013

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency P.O. Box 8114
Harrisburg, PA 17105

Phone: 800-692-7392
Fax:
Email:
http://www.pheaa.org

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Pennsylvania high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors, Pennsylvania residents, accepted for enrollment at an eligible institution of higher education and U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants must also rank in the top 5 percent of their class, have a minimum 3.5 GPA and have a minimum SAT score of 1150, ACT score of 25 or GED score of 355.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available through your high school counselor or by written request.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Rhode Island 2012-2013

Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education 255 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903

Phone: 401-222-4600
Fax:
Email:
http://www.ridoe.net

Purpose of award: To reward high scholastic achievement.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors or GED recipients who are residents of Rhode Island and U.S. citizens. The scholarship is awarded based on academic achievements and the student's potential for continued achievement in post-secondary education.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and from school officials.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - South Carolina 2012-2013

South Carolina Department of Education Beth Cope, Education Associate
Suite 701
1429 Senate Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Phone: 803-734-8116
Fax: 803-734-8701
Email: info@ed.sc.gov
http://www.ed.sc.gov

Purpose of award: To help outstanding high school seniors pursue higher education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating seniors in a South Carolina high school. Public, private and home-schooled students are eligible. Applicants must have a score of at least 1300 on the SAT or a score of at least 29 on the ACT and a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 96. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Schools and home-school associations select applicants.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - South Dakota 2012-2013

South Dakota Department of Education and Cultural Affairs 700 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD 57501

Phone: 605-773-3426
Fax:
Email:
http://doe.sd.gov

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding South Dakota high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be South Dakota high school seniors who plan to attend full-time an eligible institution of higher education, meet course requirements, have a minimum 3.5 GPA and have a minimum ACT score of 24.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Tennessee 2012-2013

Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation 404 James Robertson Parkway
Suite 1510, Parkway Towers
Nashville, TN 37243

Phone: 800-342-1663
Fax: 615-741-6101
Email: tsac.aidinfo@state.tn.us
http://www.collegepaystn.com

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Tennessee high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, be Tennessee residents, be graduating high school seniors or GED recipients and have a minimum 3.5 GPA and minimum ACT score of 24.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Texas 2012-2013

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board P.O. Box 12788
Austin, TX 78711

Phone: 512-427-6101
Fax: 512-427-6127
Email:
http://www.collegefortexans.com

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Texas high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are Texas residents, graduating high school seniors or GED recipients and be nominated by their school.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Pierre and Patricia Bikai Fellowship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To help graduate students in an archaeological project at the American Center of Oriental Research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduate students. The fellowship includes room and board at ACOR and $400 a month and may be combined with the Harrell and Groot fellowships. The fellowship does not support field work or travel. Recipients must live at the ACOR center in Jordan from June of one year to May of the next.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400 plus room and board.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Utah 2012-2013

Utah State Office of Education 250 East 500 South
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT 84114

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us

Purpose of award: To recognize graduating seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in Utah or have an equivalent certificate of graduation. They must be accepted at a post-secondary institution and be planning to attend full-time. Applicants must show evidence of outstanding academic achievement, including a GPA of at least 3.7 and an ACT score of 25 or higher. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3.7
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Virginia 2012-2013

Virginia Department of Education P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA 23218

Phone: 804-225-3349
Fax: 804-371-2456
Email: joseph.wharff@doe.virginia.gov
http://www.pen.k12.va.us

Purpose of award: To assist Virginia high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Virginia residents, high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Washington 2012-2013

Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Old Capitol Building
P.O. Box 47200
Olympia, WA 98504

Phone: 360-725-6000
Fax:
Email:
http://www.k12.wa.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Washington high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, Washington residents, high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - West Virginia 2012-2013

West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission 10 18 Kanawha Boulevard, East
Fifth Floor
Charleston, WV 25301

Phone: 304-558-2101
Fax: 304-558-5719
Email:
http://www.hepc.wvnet.edu

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding West Virginia high school students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be West Virginia residents, be high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Contact your high school guidance counselor.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Wisconsin 2012-2013

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 125 S. Webster Street
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI 53707

Phone: 800-441-4563
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dpi.state.wi.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Wisconsin students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be Wisconsin residents, be high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Third week in February.
How to apply: Applicants are nominated by their high schools.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program - Wyoming 2012-2013

Wyoming Department of Education 2300 Capitol Avenue Hathaway Building, 2nd Floor Cheyenne, WY 82002

Phone: 307-777-7675
Fax: 307-777-6234
Email:
http://www.k12.wy.us

Purpose of award: To assist outstanding Wyoming students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, be Wyoming residents, be high school seniors and demonstrate academic excellence.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Individual applications are NOT available from the Wyoming Department of Education. Contact your high school guidance counselor for an application.

Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To assist the children of members of the Kansas American Legion or American Legion Auxiliary.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores who ale enrolling or enrolled in an approved post-secondary school. They also must be average or better students who are the children of veterans. The children of deceased parents are also eligible if the parent was a paid member at the time of death. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, with at least one from a teacher, an essay on "Why I Want to Go to College," a 1040 income statement, documentation of parent's veteran status and a certified high school transcript.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,500.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Rosemary and Nellie Ebrie Foundation 2012-2013

Hawaii Department of Education (DOE)
900 Fort Street Mall
Suite 1300
Honolulu, HI 96813

Phone: 808-566-5570
Fax:
Email: hern@hawaii.edu
http://doe.k12.hi.us

Purpose of award: To assist college and graduate students who have Hawaiian ancestry or were born or have been a long-time residents of the Island.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of the Island of Hawaii and be of Hawaiian or part-Hawaiian ancestry. Applicants must also submit a four-sheet application and financial form, personal statement, recommendations and transcript.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

Rosewood Family Scholarship Program 2012-2013

Florida Department of Education
Office of Student Financial Assistance
. 1940 N. Monroe Street Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759

Phone: 888-827-2004
Fax: 850-245-9667
Email: osfa@fldoe.org
http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

Purpose of award: To help minority students especially direct descendants of Rosewood families.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time, undergraduate minority students (Black, Hispanic, Asian, Pacific Islander, American Indian or Alaskan native) who attend state universities, public community colleges or public postsecondary vocational-technical schools. Direct descendants of Rosewood families affected by the incidents of January, 1923 receive preference. The descendants must provide family information on the Florida Financial Aid Application.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 25. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applicants must submit the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Applications online by April 1. Florida residents must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online by May 15. Non-residents must submit the FAFSA in time to receive th

Professional Scholarships 2012-2013

Insurance Scholarship Foundation of America, P.O. Box 866
Hendersonville, NC 28793-0866

Phone: 828-890-3328
Fax: 828-891-2667
Email: billie@inssfa.org
http://www.inssfa.org

Purpose of award: To promote excellence in the insurance industry by helping in the education of its employees.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have been employed in the industry for at least three years, must be NAIW member for a minimum of three years, must have the CPIW/M designation, demonstrated active involvement in NAIW leadership activities, and engaged in a course of study designed to improve knowledge and skills in performing employment responsibilities.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 1, August 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Ruth Ann Johnson Fund 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance to West Virginia residents who are interested in pursuing a college education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be residents of West Virginia, be full-time students (12 credit hours) and possess good moral character and proven academic achievement.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 39. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: February 17.
How to apply: Applications are available online or by emailing shoover@ tgkvf.org.

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Vinyl Plastics Division Scholarship 2012-2013

Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804

Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org

Purpose of award: To aid students who plan to enter the vinyl plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students pursuing a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Preference is given to applicants with experience in the vinyl industry. Financial need is considered.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

W. Malcolm Harding Scholarship. Philip F. French Scholarship and Owen Hallberg Scholarship 2012-2013

National Council of Farmer Cooperatives
50 F Street NW
Suite 900
Washington, DC 20001

Phone: 202-626-8700
Fax: 202-626-8722
Email:
http://www.ncfc.org

Purpose of award: To aid students in the pursuit of education on farmer cooperative topics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be nominated by their college or university department or local cooperative, and have an interest in the cooperative form of business. In addition, four undergraduate awards of $200 each will be awarded to junior and senior students of a college or university, or second year students of junior colleges or technical institute. Papers must be submitted through a college or university instructor.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $200-$1,000.
Number of awards: 7.
Deadline: April 1 and June 1.
How to apply: Applications will be mailed upon receipt of nomination forms.

Wilhelm-Frankowski Scholarship 2012-2013

American Medical Women's Association
211 N. Union Street, Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
http://www.amwa-doc.org

Purpose of award: To recognize women in the medical community and to encourage medical pursuits for young women.
Eligibility requirements: The award is meant to support students who contribute to their medical communities.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the organization for more information.

William J. Locklin Scholarship 2012-2013

Landscape Architecture Foundation
818 18rh Street NW
Suite 810
Washington, DC 20006

Phone: 202-331-7070
Fax: 202-331-7079
Email: scholarships@lafoundation.org
http://www.laprofession.org

Purpose of award: To recognize the importance of 24-hour lighting in landscape design.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must submit an essay describing their design project as well as visual samples of it and a letter of recommendation from a professor.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.

William Park Woodside Founder's Scholarship 2012-2013

ASM International Foundation
9639 Kinsman Road
Materials Park, OH 44073-0002

Phone: 440-338-5151
Fax: 440-338-4634
Email: crhayes@asminternational.org
http://www.asminternational.org

Purpose of award: To support students who follow the spirit of ASM International.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be student members of ASM International, major in metallurgy or materials science engineering and be juniors or seniors at a North American university that has a bachelor's degree program in science and engineering. Applications, personal statements, transcripts, two recommendation forms, photographs and financial aid officers' contact information are required. The award is based on academics, interest in the metallurgy/materials engineering field, character and financial need. The award is for one year of full tuition up to $10,000.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Women's Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To encourage women to enter the field of strength and conditioning.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be women age 17 and older who have been accepted by an accredited institution for a graduate degree in strength and conditioning. Applicants must be NSCA members and plan to pursue careers in strength and conditioning. A cover letter of application, application form, resume, transcript, three letters of recommendation and essay are required. The award is based on grades, strength and conditioning experience, NSCA involvement, awards, community involvement, essay and recommendations.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Application materials are described online.

Yanmar/SAE Scholarship 2012-2013

Society of Automotive Engineers
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096

Phone: 724-776-4841
Fax: 724-776-5760
Email: connie@sae.org
http://www.sae.org

Purpose of award: This scholarship is sponsored by the SAE Foundation and the Yanmar Diesel America Corporation.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be entering their senior year of undergraduate engineering or enrolled in a postgraduate engineering or related science program. Applicants must also pursue a course of study or research related to the conservation of energy in transportation, agriculture and construction and power generation.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Youth Activity Grant 2012-2013

Explorers Club
46 E. 70th Street
New York, NY 10021

Phone: 212-628-8383
Fax: 212-288-4449
Email: youth@explorers.org
http://www.explorers.org

Purpose of award: To provide grants for high school and college students to research the natural sciences through field research.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must provide a three-page explanation of their project, be high school or college students and be U.S. residents. The grants allow students to conduct field research in the natural sciences under the supervision of a qualified scientist or institution.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$1,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NFMC Claire Ulrich Whitehurst (Flanagan) Plano Award 2012-2013

National Federation of Music Clubs (Miami, FL) Claier-Frances Whitehurst
3360 SW 18th Street
Miami, FL 33145

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

Purpose of award: To support young piano players.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school sophomores, juniors or seniors, and members of the National Federation of Music Clubs and must submit taped piano solo performances.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $750.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February l.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Youth Incentive Award 2012-2013

Coleopterists Society
Dr. David G. Furth, Entomology, NHB, MRC 165 P.O. Box 37012
Smithsonian institution
Washington, DC 20013-7012

Phone: 202-633-0990
Fax: 202-786-2894
Email: furthd@si.edu
http://www.coleopsoc.org

Purpose of award: To recognize young people studying beetles
Eligibility requirements: Applicants should be coleopterists in grades 7-12 and submit individual proposals such as field collecting trips to conduct beetle species inventories or diversity studies, attending workshops or visiting entomology or natural history museums for training and projects on beetles, studying beetle biology, etc. Students are strongly encouraged to find an adult advisor (i.e., teacher, youth group leader, parent) to provide guidance in the proposal development, but the proposal must be written by the applicant. The Coleopterists Society can help establish contacts between applicants and professional coleoprerists, The award is based on creativity, educational benefit to the applicant, scientific merit, feasibility and budget. There are two winners: one for grades 7-9 and one for grades 10-12.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: November 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Allied Health Care Professional Scholarship Program 2012-2013

Illinois Department of Public Health 535 W. Jefferson Street
Springfield, IL 62761

Phone: 217-782-4977
Fax: 217-782-3987
Email: dph.mailus@illinois.gov
http://www.idph.state.il.us

Purpose of award: To encourage more nurse practitioners, physician assistants and certified nurse midwives to set up practices in rural areas of Illinois.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited Illinois school to become a nurse practitioner, physician assistant or certified nurse midwife. Students must demonstrate financial need, and they may be full-time or part-time students as long as part-time students are enrolled for at least a third of the hours required to be a full-time student. Scholarship recipients agree to set up their practice in designated shortage areas after graduation.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $7,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Allied Healthcare Scholarship Program 2012-2013

California Health and Welfare Agency - Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Health Professions Education Foundation 818 K Street, Room 210
Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: 916-324-6500
Fax: 916-324-6585
Email: hpef@oshpd.state.ca.us
http://www.healthprofessions.ca.gov

Purpose of award: To increase the number of allied healthcare professional working in medically underserved areas of California.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in a California community college or university and be studying one of the following programs: medical imaging, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory care, social work, pharmacy and diagnostic medical sonography, pharmacy technician, medical laboratory technologist, surgical technician or ultrasound technician. Those selected will complete a one-year service contract or work volunteer hours in a medically underserved area of California. Financial need, work experience, academic achievement and community involvement are considered. Preference is given to those who expect to graduate within two years of application.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March, September
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California $1 ,000 Scholarships 2012-2013

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California 401 Van Ness Avenue
Room 113
San Francisco, CA 94102

Phone: 415-861-5092
Fax: 415-861-8365
Email: calegionaux@calegionaux.org
http://www.calegionaux.org

Purpose of award: To provide support to the children of U.S. Armed Forces members.
Eligibility requirements: One of applicants' parents must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces during an eligible period. Applicants must be California resident high school seniors or graduates who have had to postpone school due to health or financial reasons and plan to attend a California college or university. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 5.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California $2,000 Scholarships 2012-2013

American Legion Auxiliary, Department of California 401 Van Ness Avenue
Room 113
San Francisco, CA 94102

Phone: 415-861-5092
Fax: 415-861-8365
Email: calegionaux@calegionaux.org
http://www.calegionaux.org

Purpose of award: To provide support to children of U.S. Armed Forces members.
Eligibility requirements: One of applicants' parents must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces during an eligible period. Applicants must attend a California college or university, be California resident high school seniors or graduates who have not begun college because of illness or need and demonstrate need.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: March 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Antonio Cirino Memorial Art Education Fellowship 2012-2013

Rhode Island Foundation One Union Station Providence, RI 02903

Phone: 401-274-4564
Fax: 401-331-8085
Email: libbyrn@rifoundation.org
http://www.rifoundation.org

Purpose of award: To support Rhode Island students who are pursuing careers in art education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate an interest in learning about and practicing art. Preference will be given to visual artists. Students must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a master's or doctoral program that will lead to a career in art education
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: 8-10. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: May 16.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship Program 2012-2013

California Health and Welfare Agency - Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Health Professions Education Foundation 818 K Street, Room 210
Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: 916-324-6500
Fax: 916-324-6585
Email: hpef@oshpd.state.ca.us
http://www.healthprofessions.ca.gov

Purpose of award: To increase the number of registered nurses working in medically underserved areas of California.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be California residents enrolled in an associate degree nursing program at a California school, agree to pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing within five years and be fluent in a language other than English. Financial need, work experience, community involvement and academic achievement are considered. Preference is given to those who will graduate within two years and to those who plan to remain in a medically underserved area past the service time required. Recipients must sign a two-year service contract to work in a medically underserved area as an RN.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $8,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March, September.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

AWA Scholarships 2012-2013

Association for Women in Architecture 22815 Frampton Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501-5304

Phone: 310-534-8466
Fax: 310-257-6885
Email: scholarship@awa-la.org
http://www.awa-la.org

Purpose of award: To support women studying architecture.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be female residents of California or attend a California school and must be enrolled in one of the following majors: architecture, landscape architecture, urban and/or land planning, interior design, environmental design, architectural rendering and illustrating, civil, electrical, mechanical or structural engineering. Applicants must also have completed a minimum of 18 units in their major by the application due date. The award is based on grades, personal statement, financial need, recommendations and submitted materials. Applicants must be able to go to Los Angeles for interviews. Applications, two recommendation letters, transcripts, financial statements, personal statements and self-addressed stamped envelopes are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 27.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Bachelor of Science Nursing Scholarship Program 2012-2013

California Health and Welfare Agency - Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development
Health Professions Education Foundation 818 K Street, Room 210
Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: 916-324-6500
Fax: 916-324-6585
Email: hpef@oshpd.state.ca.us
http://www.healthprofessions.ca.gov

Purpose of award: To increase the number of professional nurses practicing in medically underserved areas of California by assisting nursing students attending California schools.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be attending a California undergraduate nursing program and be fluent in a language other than English. Financial need, work experience, academic achievement and community involvement are considered. A two-year service agreement to work in a medically underserved area of California is required. Preference is given to those who expect to graduate within two years and to those who plan to remain in a medically underserved area after the service agreement has expired.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March, September.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

BI-LO Minority Scholarship Program 2012-2013

BI-LO Corporation
P.O. Box 1465
Taylors, SC 29687

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

Purpose of award: To support minority high school students who might be interested in a career at the BI-LO company.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be minority high school seniors who plan to enroll as freshmen at Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College, North Carolina A&T State University and South Carolina State University. Applicants must agree to participate in the BI-LO Cooperative Education Program for one semester in the summer following their sophomore year. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, minimum SAT score of 900 and be interested in pursuing a career in the food retail industry, which may include accounting, business management, marketing, distribution management, communications, pharmacy, human resources, information systems, advertising and finance.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

NFMC Wendell Irish Viola Award 2012-2013

National Federation of Music Clubs (AR)
Dr. George Keck
421 Cherry Street
Arkadelphia, AR 71923

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

Purpose of award: To recognize musically talented students.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be between the ages of 12 and 18 and must be Individual-Junior Special members or Active Junior Club members of the National Federation of Music Clubs. Applicants must enter in their state of residence by submitting a taped performance.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 4.
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

California Community Service Scholarship Program 2012-2013

National Medical Fellowships Inc. California Community Service Scholarship
The Chancery Building 564 Market Street Suite 209
San Francisco, CA 94104

Phone: 415-397-2526
Fax: 415-397-2556
Email: info@nmfonline.org
http://www.nmfonline.org

Purpose of award: To allow minority students to participate in research or community-based clinical training to promote health issues of medically underserved communities in California.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be African American, mainland Puerto Rican, Mexican American, Native Hawaiian, Alaska Native or American Indian second- or third-year students at California medical schools. The award is for the third or fourth year of medical school and is based on commitment to practice in California, interest in community-based primary care, academic performance, leadership and financial need. Recommendation letters, applications, statements, transcripts, financial aid documents and essays are required.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $7,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Career Advancement Program Tuition Waiver 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To support Massachusetts public school teachers in the first three years of teaching.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must pass all three pans of the Massachusetts Teachers Test. They must be teaching at a Massachusetts public school in the same year that the award is used and they must be residents of the state. Applicants must also enroll in graduate courses at one of the nine Massachusetts State College campuses or the University of Massachusetts.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.

Carl W. Christiansen Scholarship 2012-2013

Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants 45 Royal Little Drive
Providence, RI 02904

Phone: 401-331-5720
Fax: 401-454-5780
Email: rmancini@riscpa.org
http://www.riscpa.org

Purpose of award: To support Rhode Island students who are pursuing careers in public accounting.
Eligibility requirements: Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit a short essay and a letter of recommendation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CCNMA Scholarships 2012-2013

California Chicano News Media Association USC Annenberg School of Journalism
One California Plaza
300 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 3950 Los Angeles, CA 90071-3175

Phone: 213-437-4408
Fax: 213-437-4423
Email: ccmainfo@ccnma.org
http://www.ccnma.org

Purpose of award: To support Latino students with career goals in journalism.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be Latino and either California residents or be attending California schools. While the students' degree does not have to be in journalism, they muse demonstrate plans to pursue a career in journalism. An interview and autobiographical essay are required. Awards are based also on financial need, academic achievement and a civic responsibility.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 3.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Charles McDaniel Teacher Scholarship 2012-2013

Georgia Student Finance Commission
2082 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084

Phone: 800-505-4732
Fax: 770-724-9089
Email: support@gacollege411.org
http://www.gacollege411.org

Purpose of award: To support students in Georgia pursuing a degree in teaching.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time juniors or seniors at a public Georgia college or university. They must be admitted to their school's college or department of education and have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. Applicants must be legal residents of Georgia, have graduated from a Georgia high school, be U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens, be in compliance with Selective Service requirements and not be in default on student financial aid. Eligible colleges and universities can nominate one student each year.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3.25
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: July 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from college education departments.

Cheryl A. Ruggiero Scholarship 2012-2013

Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants 45 Royal Little Drive
Providence, RI 02904

Phone: 401-331-5720
Fax: 401-454-5780
Email: rmancini@riscpa.org
http://www.riscpa.org

Purpose of award: To support female students who are pursuing careers in public accounting.
Eligibility requirements: Students must be residents of the state of Rhode Island, and they must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit a short essay and a letter of recommendation.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Chesapeake Urology Associates Scholarship 2012-2013

Central Scholarship Bureau
1700 Reisterstown Road
Suite 220
Baltimore, MD 21208-2903

Phone: 410-415-5558
Fax: 410-415-5501
Email: info@centralsb.org
http://www.centralsb.org

Purpose of award: To assist full-time Maryland undergraduate students pursuing a degree in pre-medicine, pre-nursing and ancillary health fields.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, have a minimum 2.0 GPA and meet specified income requirements. The awards are based on commitment to the medical field, financial need and academic excellence. An application form, budget form, school bill, transcript, Student Aid Report, school financial aid award letter and essay are required.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 3.
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Child Care Provider Scholarship 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To encourage and support students to enter the field of childhood development or early childhood education.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants and their parents must be legal residents of the state of Maryland, Applicants must enroll at a two- or four-year Maryland college or university as a full-time or part-time degree-seeking undergraduate. Applicants must enter a child development program or an early childhood education program. Applicants must also sign a promissory note agreeing to provide child care services in Maryland at the rate of one year for each year of the award.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$2,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: June 15.
How to apply: Complete and file a Child Care Provider Scholarship application.

Collaborative Teachers Tuition Waiver 2012-2013

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

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

Purpose of award: To provide graduate school tuition waivers for Massachusetts teachers who become student teacher mentors.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be public school teachers living and working in the state of Massachusetts. They must also agree to mentor a student teacher from a state college or university in their own classroom, and they must be planning to attend graduate school at one of the nine campuses of Massachusetts State College or the University of Massachusetts.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available at college financial aid offices.

Community Scholarship Fund 2012-2013

Hawaii Department of Education (DOE)
900 Fort Street Mall
Suite 1300
Honolulu, HI 96813

Phone: 808-566-5570
Fax:
Email: hern@hawaii.edu
http://doe.k12.hi.us

Purpose of award: To assist college and graduate students majoring in arts, education, humanities or social science.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must demonstrate accomplishment, motivation, initiative, vision and intention to work in Hawaii and major in the arts, education, humanities or social science. Applicants must also submit a four-page application and financial form, a personal statement, transcript and recommendations.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by written request.