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African American Jewish Coalition for Justice Minority Scholarship
The AAJCJ Minority Scholarship Fund wants to help provide access to higher education for minority students who wish to pursue a career that will enable them to work for social and economic justice. Preference will be extended to students who (a) may benefit from culturally sensitive or competent education, or who have previously faced challenges due to cultural or linguistic barriers; (b) students who are pursuing studies that will enable them to work for the benefit of others (e.g., those planning to enter education, human services, public advocacy, religious work, etc.); and (c) students who demonstrate, through writing a short essay, that they have a high potential for success. While it is not required, preference is also given to students who will be attending school in the State of Washington and will be available to appear periodically at Coalition events. Students are invited to apply for renewable scholarships of up to $1,500 annually, with one-third paid out at the beginning of each quarter (provided that the student has successfully completed the prior quarter). The application process will include a short, written essay followed by an interview with the AAJCJ Scholarship Review Committee. Unless the deadline is extended by the Committee, all application materials must be submitted by June 30th for the academic year that begins in the fall. Generally, two scholarships will be granted each year. For more contact Don Armstrong, Chairperson, at 206-323-0974, or email inquires to darmstrong@jfsseattle.org.
Ambassadorial Scholarships
This is the prestigious "Rotary" organization scholarship for students who can speak another language and want to study abroad in the "host" country of that language. Award amounts are from $10,000 to $23,000 for a 3-month to full-year of study abroad. You should have completed at least two years of college work. Additional information may be obtained by visiting:
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/index.html
American Chemical Society
The American Chemical Society Scholars Program will award approximately 100 scholarships to minority (African-American, Hispanic, Native American, etc.) undergraduate students interested in four-year degrees in chemical sciences; those interested in transferring from two-year colleges to four-year colleges to pursue chemical science degrees; and to two-year students intending to pursue degrees in chemical technology. High school seniors who will be entering college are also eligible. Applications are available at http://chemistry.org/scholars or in the Financial Aid office.
Deadline: March 1, Annually.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
This program awards up to $12,000 in financial assistance to students who have earned a master's degree or completed at least three years of full-time employment in accounting. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need, academic achievement, and recommendations or references. The program is for applicants attending or planning to attend school full-time who have applied to or been accepted into a doctoral degree program with a concentration in accounting. Minimum GPA is 3.0. Applicants agree not to accept responsibility for teaching more than one course as a teaching assistant or to work more than one-quarter-time as a research assistant.
Fellowships for Minority Doctoral Students
1211 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036-8775
(212) 596-6270
www.aicpa.org
Amount: Up to $12,000
Deadline: April 1, annually.
American Society of Women Accountants Seattle Chapter
This scholarship is for part-time of full-time students, pursuing either an associate of applied science, bachelor's, or master's degree in accounting or an equivalent designated post-baccalaureate certificate of accounting at an accredited community college, college, university, or professional school of accounting located in Washington state. Student must have completed a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours within four weeks of the application deadline and also maintained a minimum grade point average of 2.05 overall and 3.0 in accounting. The annual amounts awarded each year range from $1,000-$5,000 per student. For more details and to view the scholarship applications, visit the website: www.aswaseattle.org. Applications must be received by May 15, annually.
American Welding Society Scholarships
The American Welding Society is now accepting applications for their vast array of scholarship opportunities. The AWS offers more scholarships than can easily be listed. You can pick up a list of the scholarships and the applications at the Financial Aid office or they can be downloaded from www.aws.org. Application deadlines vary by type of scholarship.
Ana Maria Arias Scholarship
The Ana Maria Arias scholarship is available to students who have declared a journalism major. Interested students should contact:
Amy Hinojosa at 202-833-0060
or write to:
MANA
A National Latina Organization
1146 19th St NW Suite 70
Washington, DC 20036
DEADLINE: On-going scholarship
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Bob and Eleanor Grant Trust
This scholarship is offered to first-generation college students interested in professional careers in science, especially natural and environmental sciences, and social sciences with an environmental focus. It can offer up to $15,000 per year for students entering the second year of a two-year college or who will have attained junior status at a four-year college. Applications can be picked up in the Financial Aid office or online at www.bandegranttrust.org. Deadline for applications is April 1, annually.
BrainTrack.com Scholarships
Scholarships are offered to students in four different majors: Business Administration, Computer Science, Elementary Education, and Nursing. The scholarships are awarded two times a year, awarding $1,000 for a best essay entry and $500 for runner-up. A link to each application can be found on their website http://www.braintrack.com. Deadlines are November 1 and and March 1, annually.
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Education-Portal.com Scholarships
These awards are designed for students who are pursuing either an Associate or Bachelor degree within a given subject matter. Applicants are reviewed by a selection committee and a top applicant is chosen for each award after the April 1 deadline. Undergraduate, Graduate, and Distance Learning Academic scholarships being offered are listed below by specific degree. Undergraduate Academic Awards are offered for Computer Science and C.P.E, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement, Liberal Arts and General Studies, and Architecture and Drafting. Graduate Academic Awards are offered for Business Administration, Engineering, Nursing and Health Administration, and Public Administration and Public Policy. Distance Learning Academic Awards are being offered for Undergraduate Distance Learning and Graduate Level Distance Learning. For scholarship information and application visit the Education-Portal.com website http://education-portal.com/. Deadline for the applications is April 1, annually.
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Gilman International Scholarship Program for Study Abroad
This award is open to all US undergraduates in good academic standing, and who meet all the criteria. Applicants selected as award recipients will receive up to $5,000 that can be used towards study abroad program expenses. For criteria information and the online application please logon to http://www.iie.org/gilman or write to:
Gilman International Scholarship
520 Post Oak Blvd, Ste. 740
Houston, TX 77027
Gonzaga University Transfer Opportunity Scholarship
New transfer students will be selected each year to receive a $3000 per year scholarship for up to three years. Applicants must be transfer students from other colleges who will be sophomores or juniors upon enrollment at Gonzaga (minimum of 46 quarter or 31 semester credits earned at the time of application) and intend to pursue a Bachelor of Arts, Sciences, Business Administration or Education degree full-time. Application guidelines include submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the upcoming academic year and list Gonzaga as a school choice, apply for admission to Gonzaga by March 1 for fall or November 1 for spring. Applications can be picked up in the Financial Aid office at CBC. Deadline is April 1 for fall or November 15 for spring, annually.
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Horse Heaven Wine Growers Scholarship
The Horse Heaven Wine Growers are pleased to be able to offer a $1,500 scholarship to a student pursuing studies in viticulture and/or enology. The scholarship is available to high school graduates planning to enroll in a Washington state college or university or in the WSU two-year Vit/Enol Certification program; current students planning to study viticulture and enology and/or areas pertinent to the wine industry; and are a resident of Benton, Yakima, or Klickitat counties. Applications along with additional eligibility criteria are available at the Financial Aid office. Applications must be postmarked by November 30, annually.
Howard Preston Scholarship Award
The Columbia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers invites applications for the Howard Preston Scholarship Award. The purpose of the scholarship is to promote excellence and professionalism in the field of Civil Engineering. Student eligibility requirements are: Be enrolled in Civil Engineering with a minimum of junior status or be a graduate student in Civil Engineering in a ABET accredited college or university in the United States of America and be a US citizen. Applicants must also have parents residing in or have graduated from a high school located within the following Columbia Section boundaries of Washington: Counties of Yakima, Klickitat, Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, and Columbia or Oregon: Counties of Morrow, Umatilla, Union, and Wallowa or have been residents of one of the counties listed above for at least two years, and have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or equivalent. Scholarships to be awarded will range from $1,000 to $2,000. Applications can be picked up in the Hawk Central office. All application materials must be received no later than June 1, 2013.
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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Approximately 100 scholarships will be awarded. All academic fields will be considered. For more information, visit the following website:
http://www.jackierobinson.org
Amount: $6,000 (per year)
Deadline: March 30, annually.
John Farmer Scholarship
The Washington Wine Industry Foundation is pleased to be offering six scholarships ($2,000, $1,000, and four $500) to be awarded to students pursuing studies in viticulture and or enology and with financial need. The scholarship was established by the family and friends of John Farmer, a prominent and very much respected and loved wine grape grower.
The scholarship is available to high school graduates planning to enroll in a Washington state college, university, or in the WSU two-year Vit/Enol Certification program. The application is also available to current students already enrolled in area planning to study in viticulture and enology and/or areas pertinent to the wine industry. Preference will be given to those with financial need. Applications along with additional eligibility criteria are available at the Financial Aid office. Applications must be postmarked by November 30, annually.
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Lowrider Magazine Scholarship Fund
Scholarships are awarded to Hispanic students. Students must submit a personal profile consisting of name, address, phone number, Social Security Number, age, ethnic background, and college major; a photograph; a one-page essay outlining their financial situation; official, sealed transcripts demonstrating that the applicant is a college sophomore, junior, or senior with at least a 3.0 GPA; two letters of recommendation; and a two page essay. For additional information, please write to:
Lowrider Magazine Scholarship Fund
PO Box 6930
Fullerton, CA. 92834
(714) 213-1000
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 31, Annually.
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Mal Def
Applications are accepted from Hispanic law school students or students pursuing a graduate or professional degree in communications who have demonstrated service to the Hispanic community and who intend to pursue a career serving that community.
Hispanic Scholarship Program
634 S. Spring Street, 11th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213)629-2512
www.maldef.org or http://www.maldef.org/leadership/scholarships/index.html
Amount: $2,000 to $6,000
Deadline: June 30, annually.
MoroccoTours.org Business Scholarship
In light of the need for cross cultural understanding and development, Morocco Tours would like to offer a scholarship to students in need of financial assistance in undergraduate or graduate college programs. Students must be interested in pursuing bachelor- or master-level degrees related to business and have a desire to apply their learning in North Africa or the Middle East. The scholarship amount is $1,000 for one year, and applicants may reapply for one additional year. Applications can be found at their website www.moroccotours.org/moroccotours-org-business-scholarship. Deadline for applications is January 1, annually.
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National Association of Hispanic Journalist
Scholarships are awarded to Hispanic students majoring in, or demonstrating a strong interest in, print or broadcast journalism. Additional qualifications vary by program. For additional information, write to:
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Scholarship Committee
193 National Press Building
Washington, DC 20045-2100
(202) 662-7145
www.nahj.org
Amount: varies by program
National Collegiate Athletic Association
This program is for minority students who intend to pursue a career in intercollegiate athletics. Twenty scholarships are awarded to graduate students on the basis of academic achievement. Additional information and application materials may be obtained by writing to:
National Collegiate Athletic Association
Ethnic Minority Enhancement Program
P.O. Box 6222
Indianapolis, IN 46206-6222
(317) 917-6222 www.ncaa.org
Amount: $1,400/month
Deadline: February 15, Annually.
National Council of Jewish Woman
The Seattle Section of the National Council of Jewish Women offers partial tuition scholarships for Jewish students. Scholarships may be used for undergraduate study at an accredited Washington state public or private college, university, technical/vocational school, or job retraining program. Students must be Washington state residents. Students may apply for the scholarship on an annual basis. Scholarships will be granted by a committee after review of the student’s application, tax returns, essay, and personal interview. Interviews for finalists will be held in summer 2013. More information and application materials are available at www.ncjwseattle.org. Applications must be postmarked by the deadline of May 31, 2013.
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Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Opportunities
The Scholarship Programs Department administers and coordinates the Society's major scholarship initiatives and provides members with up-to-date scholarship information. Visit: Scholarship Programs for complete information on numerous scholarships through Phi Theta Kappa.
The Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Listing is a directory of four-year and senior-level institutions which offer scholarships exclusively for Society members. There are more than 600 institutions in 50 states, the District of Columbia and Canada which offer $36 million in scholarships to qualifying Society members. See a list of institutions offering transfer scholarships in your state. To get the most up-to-date information on transfer scholarship opportunities, please visit http://scholarships.ptk.org.
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Rotary Foundation
Through the Rotary Foundation's Educational Programs, Rotary members worldwide strive to promote international understanding and relations between people of different nations. Since 1947, The Rotary Foundation has sponsored over 35,000 "ambassadors of goodwill" to study or teach in another country. Applications are now being accepted for the following scholarships and grants:
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships - This program provides Academic Year, Multi-Year, and Cultural scholarships to study abroad. Recipients are expected to be outstanding ambassadors of goodwill to the people of their host country through appearances before Rotary clubs and districts, civic organizations and other forums. After study is completed, scholars share their experiences with the people of their home countries and with local Rotarians who sponsored their scholarships.
Rotary World Peace Scholarships - This program offers annually 70 Rotary World Peace Scholarships for two-year master's degree or certificate programs in international relations, peace studies and conflict resolution at one of seven Rotary Centers for International Studies located at prestigious universities around the globe. For more information go to http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational.
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The SALLIEMAE Fund
Sallie Mae awarded over $2.3 million this fall to help students all over the country go to college. To find out how you can apply for scholarships next year, view a list of last year’s recipients, or order free financial aid resources go to http://www.salliemaefund.org.
Silme Domingo & Gene Viernes Scholarship in Labor Studies
The Harry Bridges Center for Labor Science is happy to announce the third annual $5,500 scholarship for students entering the University of Washington. To apply, a student must verify they have financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), provide a brief written statement explaining their commitment to the study of labor, provide a letter of support from a teacher or community member, and provide up to date contact information. For more information about this scholarship, visit http://depts.washington.edu/pcls/resources-domingo-viernes.html. Application deadline is May 20, 2013.
Society of Women Engineers
This scholarship is for female minority students studying computer science or engineering who are attending or planning to attend an institution that is SWE approved or has an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology program. Awards are based on academic achievement and leadership experience or potential. For applications, write to:
Rockwell International Corp. Scholarships
120 Wall Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10005-3902
(212) 509-9577
www.swe.org
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: February 1, Annually..
Soroptimist International of Pasco-Kennewick Fellowship Award
This award provides opportunity for women established in business or one of the professions, conducts her business or profession competently and according to ethical standards, holds a bachelor's or master's degree, and presents a plan of worthwhile postgraduate study leading to an advanced degree.
A first place winner will receive $2,000. Applications can be picked up in the Financial Aid office. Application deadline is January 15, annually.
Soroptimist International of Pasco-Kennewick Helen Cox Business Award
This award was established by Helen Cox, a dynamic woman who had been a Soroptimist for more than 50 years. She wanted to encourage, promote, and provide an educational award to a woman currently pursuing an undergraduate degree and accepted into a business or business-related major with a junior or senior standing. Criteria for the Helen Cox scholarship is an exceptional woman accepted into a business or accounting-related major who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and presents a plan to maximize her career potential. A first place winner at $2,000 will be selected. Applications can be picked up in the Financial Aid office. Application deadline is January 15, annually.
Stanwood-Camano AAUW Scholarship
This scholarship offers three $2,500 scholarships to local students. To be eligible, students must be residents of the Arlington/Stanwood/Camano Island area or they must be past graduates of Stanwood, Lincoln Hill, Lakewood, or Arlington High Schools. In addition, students must have completed at least two years of college or university by June 2010 and have verifiable plans to continue upper-division of graduate work at an accredited four-year college or university in the fall of 2010. Additional requirements are listed on the application form, available via email at aauwscholarship@msn.com or on the web at http://www.s-caf.org. For more information, contact us via email at aauwscholarship@msn.com or call 360-387-7558. Applications must be submitted before April 30, annually.
S.W. (Bill) Preston Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by Preston Premium Wines and Preston Vineyards through the Washington Wine Industry Foundation. It is a rotating annual $3,000 scholarship awarded one year to a student enrolled or planning to enroll in the viticulture program at a Washington college or university; and the subsequent year to a student enrolled or planning to enroll in the enology program at a Washington college or university. Selection basis will include academic merit, leadership abilities, and interest in the study of viticulture or enology. The application must include a 500-word essay explaining why you should receive the scholarship, two letters of reference, and official school transcripts. Applications can be picked up in the Financial Aid office. Deadline for the application is November 30, annually.
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Ten-Year $10K Scholarship
The Ten-Year $10K Scholarship is sponsoring the Ten-Year $10K Scholarship. Any current college or graduate student—or anyone who will be enrolled in 2008—is eligible for this scholarship. Students will receive one entry by registering at www.studentloannetwork.com/10k.
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University of Washington Do-It
College Funding Strategies for Students with Disabilities. Visit this website for lists of scholarships: http://www.washington.edu/doit/Brochures/Academics/financial-aid.html
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Walter J. Clore Scholarship
The Walter J. Clore Scholarship was established in 1997 by the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers in honor of Dr. Clore’s grape research and lifetime achievements in the field of viticulture and enology. During the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, while a researcher at the Washington State University Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center, Dr. Clore worked with the pioneer grape growers in the state of Washington to foster the rebirth of the wine industry. The Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers, through the Washington Wine Industry Foundation, is offering $500 - $2,000 scholarships(s) to be awarded to student(s) interested in the studies of viticulture and/or enology. For specific guidelines and applications logon to www.wawgg.org or pick them at the Financial Aid office.
Washington State Employees Credit Union Scholarship
Washington State Employees Credit Union is pleased to offer financial assistance to students pursuing a higher education. WSECU will award 20 $2,000 scholarships to students attending a four-year or graduate school in the fall of 2011 and seven $1,000 scholarships to students seeking a two-year or vocational degree or certificate. Applicants must be WSECU members, must attend school full-time, and the degree sought must be the first of its type (first bachelor's, first master's). Scholarship applications will be available in early January online at www.wsecu.org. Applications must be postmarked on or before March 7, annually. NOTE: This scholarship is offered annually, however dates may vary. Please check their website for current open and close dates.
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Western Washington University Global Ambassadors Scholarship
Reflecting Western's desire to recognize, reward, and connect outstanding international transfer students with an enriched campus experience, the new Global Ambassadors Scholarship is being announced. All international students who are transferring directly from a Washington state community college with a transferable associates degree fall quarter 2009 or later will receive the Global Ambassadors scholarship provided they meet the eligibility criteria. Detailed information is available at www.admissions.wwu.edu/globalambassadors.
WSU Transfer Physics Scholarship
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Washington State University announces the availability of transfer scholarships, which cover the cost of in-state tuition. These scholarships are for one semester and are intended for transfer students who plan to major in physics or astronomy. The awards will be made on the basis of merit.
To apply, complete the application form and obtain two letters of recommendation, one from your physics instructor, and the second from another science or math instructor. Applications are available in the Financial Aid office and online at www.physics.wsu.edu/Scholarships.htm. Check online for specific deadlines as scholarships are available for both spring and fall semesters.
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