| Title | Requirements | Contact Info | Due Date |
| The theme of the current
essay contest is "Do you consider yourself a global citizen? Why or
why not?". Ages 15 - 29 Amount: $150 - $250 |
YouthActionNet
Program Manager International Youth Foundation 32 South Street, Suite 500 Baltimore, MD 21202 1-410-951-1500 yan-info@youthactionnet.org www.youthactionnet.org |
2/2/2006 |
|
| For Black, Hispanic or Native
American students who plan to major in physics. Must be U.S. citizen
or permanent resident. Amount: $2,000 |
APS
Minorities Scholarship Program The American Physical Society One Physics Ellipse College Park, MD 20740-3844 301-209-3232 www.aps.org/educ/com/ |
2/3/2006 |
|
| For high school Seniors
in a 14 county area of Southeast Texas who are served by the Bluebonnet
Electric Cooperative. 3.0 GPA. Amount: Not listed |
Download
application at: www.bluebonnetelectric.coop/community/youthactivities.shtml Bluebonnet Scholarship of Excellence Scholarship Coordinator PO Box 240 Giddings, Texas 78942 979.542.3151 info@bluebonnetelectric.coop |
2/3/2006 |
|
| A competition for young
composers of classical music. Amount: $500 - $5,000 |
BMI
Student Composer Awards 320 W. 57th Street New York, NY 10019 classical@bmi.com http://bmifoundation.org |
2/3/2006 |
|
| For high school seniors
planning on attending post-secondary programs in any construction industry
related field. Amount: $1,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.constructmyfuture.com/students.html E-mail: nhallada@aem.org (866) AEM-0442 |
2/3/2006 |
|
| Be a high school senior
who lives within a 75-mile radius of Dallas and is interested in pursuing
a career in Sports Broadcast Journalism. Amount: $2,000 |
For
more information, contact the Dallas Mavericks at 214)747-MAVS or write: Mark Holtz Memorial Sports Broadcast Journalism Scholarship Dallas Mavericks 2909 Taylor Street Dallas, TX 75226 www.nba.com/mavericks (click on "Community" then "Community Corner") |
2/3/2006 |
|
| High school senior of Hispanic
heritage. Citizen or permanent resident. Available to students in 12
major Metropolitan areas. Check web site for more information. The paper
application form for the Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards is currently
available at participating Subway restaurants in the 12 regions. Amount: $2,000 - $5,000 |
Hispanic
Heritage Youth Awards 2600 Virginia Ave. NW Suite 406 Washington, DC 20037-1905 Phone: (202) 861-9797 clarissa@hispanicheritage.org www.hispanicheritageawards.org (click on "Youth Awards") |
2/3/2006 |
|
| Submit an original essay
of no more than 500 words which present a solution to the ethical dilemma
listed on website. Contest is open to all students, not just JA students.
Amount: $5,000 |
Submit
essay online at: http://studentcenter.ja.org |
2/3/2006 |
|
| Various scholarships for
students who have participated in USTA and other organized youth tennis
programs. Amount: $500 - $15,000 |
Print
application from website: www.usta.com (click on "Tennis and Education
Foundation") foundation@usta.com |
2/3/2006 |
|
| Student must be claimed
as a dependent of U.S. government foreign service employee (active,
retired, deceased or separated). Amount: $1,000 - $3,000 |
Scholarship
Director American Foreign Service Association 2101 E. St. NW Washington, DC 20037 (202) 944-5504 dec@afsa.org www.afsa.org (click on "Students") |
2/6/2006 |
|
| Must be a member of the
NASA Federal Credit Union in his or her own right. Must have achieved
at least a "C" average in high school. Essay required. Amount: $3,000 - $7,000 |
NASA
Federal Credit Union P.O. Box 1588 Bowie, MD 20717 1-888-NASA-FCU www.nasafcu.com/l2.aspx?ci=142 |
2/6/2006 |
|
| HIGH SCHOOL ESSAY: “What
Makes A Texas Hero?” Amount: $1,000 |
To
apply online or receive more information, see website at: www.celebratetexas.org Celebrate Texas 3005 S. Lamar, D-109 Box 360 Austin, Texas, 78704 celebr8@texas.net |
2/8/2006 |
|
| Open to all high school
students who plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic
or hydrologic sciences. U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Amount: $2,000 - $3,000 |
American
Meteorological Society Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship 45 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108-3693 www.ametsoc.org 617-227-2426 |
2/10/2006 |
|
| For Hispanic, native American
and black students who intend to pursue careers in atmospheric or related
oceanic and hydrologic sciences. Amount: $3,000 for two years |
American
Meteorological Society Attn: Minority Scholarships 45 Beacon St. Boston, MA 02108 (617) 227-2426 www.ametsoc.org |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Seniors enrolled in a Catholic
school with a 3.0 (B) GPA. Amount: $1,000 |
Bernard
C. Harris Scholarship 2500 Westchester, Suite 400 Purchase, NY 10577 scholarship@harrisconnect.com www.bcharrispub.com/scholarship |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Scholarship applicant must
be a member of Credit Union of Texas. U.S. citizen. "B" average or better.
See website for Credit Union locations. Amount: $2,500 |
To
download applicaton, go to website at: www.cuoftexas.org Credit Union of Texas P.O. Box 517028 Dallas, TX 75251-7028 marketing@cuoftexas.org 972-301-1824 |
2/10/2006 |
|
| High school seniors in Collin,
Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Rockwall, Parker and Tarrant counties
are eligible to be nominated. Amount: $2,000 |
TACT/Community
Services The Dallas Morning News P.O. Box 655237 Dallas, Texas 75265-5237 (214) 977-7256 http://tact.dallasnews.com/ |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Parent must work full time
for a company that provides services to pharmaceutical, chemical, nutritional
and related companies. Company must be a DECAT member. Amount: $10,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.dcat.org DCAT One Washington Blvd. Suite #7 Robbinsville, NJ 08691 1-800-640-DCAT |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Graduating senior currently
attending high school in the United States and will be the first in
family to go to college. Will be evaluated on academic achievement (grade
point average of 3.0 or higher), financial need, leadership and participation
in school and community activities. Amount: $2,500 for 4 years. |
For
more information, see website at: www.scholarshipamerica.org/drivefuture |
2/10/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizen and resident
of the State of Texas. Top 15% of class. Strong background in science
and will study in the healthcare field. Have demonstrated excellent
moral character and are members of a Judeo-Christian faith. Amount: Not listed |
Applications
are available to high school counselors from: San Antonio Area Foundation George Wray Memorial Scholarship 110 Broadway, Suite 230 San Antonio, Texas 78205 210/225-2243 info@saafdn.org |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Must have received the Girls
Scout Gold Award. Must be an active member of her religious institution
and must have received the appropriate religious emblem, Cadet or Senior
Scout level. Amount: $1,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.legion-aux.org American Legion Auxiliary 777 North Meridian Street, Third Floor Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 (317) 955-3845 alahq@legion-aux.org |
2/10/2006 |
|
| Must be a child or legal
dependent of a U.S. public or private school employee. "B" average GPA Scholarships also available for employees of Horace Mann Insurance Company. Amount: $5,000 - $10,000 |
Access
the Horace Mann website at: www.horacemann.com. |
2/11/2006 |
|
| 3.0 GPA. Academic achievement.
Essay required. Completed applications must be submitted to a local
Tuskegee Airmen chapter Amount: $1,500 - $5,000 |
Tuskegee
Airmen National Scholarship Fund P.O. Box 78967 Los Angeles, CA 90016 tai@tuskegeeairmen.org http://tuskegeeairmen.org |
2/11/2006 |
|
| For grades K - 12. Essay topic: "Fear or Hope? Which is more powerful, fear or hope?" Amount: Merchandise and prize money. |
For
more information, see webpage at: www.philosophyslam.org Kids Philosophy Slam P.O. Box 406 Lanesboro, MN 55949 info@philosophyslam.org |
2/14/2006 |
|
| Be a bisexual, transgender,
lesbian or gay student. Scholarships also available through local chapters.
Check website for information about chapters in your area. Amount: $1,000 |
PFLAG
National Scholarship Program 1726 M Street, NW Suite 400 Washington, DC 20036 202.467.8180 info@pflag.org www.pflag.org |
2/14/2006 |
|
| Any high school senior planning
to major in agriculture and who has participated in high school agriculture
education, 4-H or an agricultural organization are eligible to apply.
In addition, the applicant or their parents must be currently purchasing
products from an authorized Accelerated Genetics' representative. Amount: Four scholarships of $500 |
Accelerated
Genetics E10890 Penny Lane Baraboo, WI 53913 1-800-451-9275 info@accelgen.com www.acceleratedgenetics.net |
2/15/2006 |
|
| 7th through 12th grade.
Topic - "Growing our energy: alternative fuels from agriculture" Amount: $100 - $1,000 |
Ag
Day Essay Contest 1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy. Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64116 www.hpj.com/agdayessay |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Various scholarships for
students seeking a career in the aircraft electronics and aviation maintenance
industry. Amount: $1,000 - $22,000 |
Aircraft
Electronics Association Educational Foundation 4217 S. Hocker Independence, MO 64005 (816) 373-6565 E-mail - info@aea.net www.aea.net (click on "Training and Education") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Available to first-time
incoming college students of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity.
U.S. citizen or permanent resident. 2.7 GPA Amount: $2,000 |
Asian
& Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) 1628 16th Street, NW - Suite 400 Washington, DC 20009 (202) 986-6892 or 1-866-756-7857 info@apiasf.org www.apiasf.org |
2/15/2006 |
|
| For dependents of associates
who have been employed by Bank of America for at least one year. Dependents
of deceased, disabled or retired associates also are eligible. Amount: $500 - $5,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.bankofamerica.com/foundation (click
on "Associate Programs") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Scholarship recipients are
selected based on community service and academic achievement. Amount: $1,000 - $25,000 |
Apply
online at: www.bestbuy.com (click on "Community Relations") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Available in communities
served by Cargill, Inc. Other scholarships available for sons and daughters
of Cargill employees. Amount: $1,000 |
For
more information, contact: Cargill Community Relations (888) 476-9332 Cargill@ffa.org www.cargill.com/about/citizenship/scholarships.htm |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Must have been a member
of Catholic Aid Association for at least two years. Entering a Catholic
or state college or university. Amount: $500 for Catholic universities, $300 for state universities. |
Catholic
Aid Association 3499 Lexington Ave. N. St. Paul, MN 55126 1-800-568-6670 caa@catholicaid.com www.catholicaid.com |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Must have a member of family
actively engaged in production agriculture. Have an average or above
average academic record and plan a career in agriculture. Amount: $1,500 |
National
FFA Organization Scholarship Office P.O. Box 68960 Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960 317-802-6060 scholarships@ffa.org www.monsanto.com (click on "Our Pledge") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Must be citizen or permanent
resident of Canada or United States. Each school may nominate only one
student. Essay: "How has a person in your community inspired you to live life as a global citizen?" Amount: Expense paid trip to Europe |
EF
Educational Tours 60 Bloor St. West, Suite 405 Toronto, ON M4W 3B8 1-800-387-1460 www.eftours.ca (click on "Students/Parents") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Various scholarships available
for current members of FFA. Must be U.S. citizen. Amount: Varies |
Obtain
information online at: www.ffa.org scholarships@ffa.org |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Must be pursuing an approved
program in food/science technology. Strong academics in high school.
Must attend an approved university with a program in food and science
technology. (See website for list of universities) Amount: $1,000 - $1,500 |
Institute
of Food Technologists Program Administrator - Scholarship Department 525 W. Van Buren, Ste. 1000 Chicago, IL 60607 312-782-8424 . Email: info@ift.org www.ift.org (click on "Education") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Must be a high school senior
with a 3.0 GPA with a significant hearing loss who is in mainstreamed
classes. U.S. citizen. Amount: $2,500 |
Minnie
Pearl Scholarship Program The EAR Foundation 955 Woodland St. Nashville, TN 37203 Phone Toll Free (voice/TDD): 1-800-545-HEAR Phone (voice/TDD): 615-627-2724 info@earfoundation.org www.earfoundation.org (click on "Education") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| High school seniors who
are planning to participate in college cooperative education. Must attend
participating institutions listed on website. Amount: $5,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.co-op.edu National Commission for Cooperative Education 360 Huntington Ave., 384 CP Boston, MA 02115 (617) 373-3770 ncce@neu.edu |
2/15/2006 |
|
| High school senior. National
Farmers Union member with academic achievement. Amount: $2,000 |
National
Farmers Union Foundation 5619 DCT Parkway, Suite 300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111-3136 jennifer.luitjens@nfu.org 800-347-1961, ext. 2529 www.nfu.org (click on "Education") |
2/15/2006 |
|
| For students interested
in pursuing journalism as a career. 3.0 GPA. Amount: $2,000 - $5,000 |
Application
must be sent to State Director. For more information, see website at:
www.jea.org (click on "Awards and Contests") Journalism Education Association Kansas State University 103 Kedzie Hall Manhattan, Kan. 66506-1505 1-866-532-5532 jea@spub.ksu.edu |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Student journalists who
have worked in student media for two or more years. 3.75 grade point
average on a 4.0 scale. Amount: $1,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.studentpress.org/nspa/contests.html#honorroll |
2/15/2006 |
|
| To receive information,
you must register online at: www.promguide.com Amount: Up to $1,000 |
To
receive information, you must register online at: www.promguide.com Prom Guide P.O. Box 4508 Clearwater, FL 33758 pgm@promguide.com 800-775-5701 Amount: Up to $1,000 |
2/15/2006 |
|
| Scholarships are available
for national DECA members. Requirements and deadlines vary with specific
scholarships. Amount: $500 - $1,500 |
National
DECA 1908 Association Dr. Reston, VA 20191 (703) 860-5000 decainc@aol.com www.deca.org |
2/17/2006 |
|
| Must be actively participating
in 4-H youth development program. Will attend a Texas College or University. Amount: Not listed |
For
more information, see website at: http://texas4-h.tamu.edu E-mail: texas4-hscholarships@tamu.edu |
2/17/2006 |
|
| Student must be a graduating
senior from a Texas high school or equivalent there of and be accepted
in an agricultural related field at a Texas College or University. Amount: $500 |
Texas
CattleWomen/Pat Grote Memorial Scholarship 115 South 7th Street Canadian, Texas 79014 (806) 323-6397 www.texascattlewomen.org/TCWscholarships.htm |
2/18/2006 |
|
| The Vegetarian Resource
Group will award scholarships to graduating high school students who
have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and communities. Amount: $5,000 |
The
Vegetarian Resource Group P.O. Box 1463 Baltimore, MD 21203 410-366-8343 vrg@vrg.org www.vrg.org |
2/20/2006 |
|
| Student born of Czech parentage,
able to identify and communicate with the Czech community, demonstrate
academic ability and financial need. U.S. citizen. Amount: 3 scholarships of $1,000 |
Czech
Cultural Center Houston 4920 San Jacinto Houston, TX 77004 713-528-2060 czech@czechcenter.org www.czechcenter.org |
2/21/2006 |
|
| Unmarried children (under
the age of 23) of active duty, Reserve/Guard and retired military personnel
may apply for a Scholarship for Military Children. All applicants must
be citizens of the United States. 3.0 GPA. Amount:$1,500 |
All
applications should be sent to local commissaries. See web site for
list. For questions about the Scholarships for Military Children application, please call Scholarship Managers at (856) 573-9400 or email Scholarship Managers at militaryscholar@scholarshipmanagers.com. |
2/22/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be a son
or daughter of a Formost Farms member. Must have interest in continuing
education in an agricultural field. Amount: $2,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.foremostfarms.com (800) 362-9196, ext. 8798 E-mail: communications@foremostfarms.com |
2/24/2006 |
|
| For girls ages 12 - 18 who
demonstrate budding entrepreneurship, are taking the first steps toward
financial independence and are making a difference in their schools
or community. Must be nominated by someone other than applicant. Amount: $1,000 - $10,000 |
See
website for nomination form at: www.guardianlife.com (Click on "Women's
Channel) The Guardian Life Insurance Company 7 Hanover Square Mailstop 25-E New York, NY 10004 diana_acevedo@glic.com |
2/24/2006 |
|
| Scholarships can be awarded
to any volunteer who is age 21 or younger and has volunteered for a
minimum of 100 hours at a VA medical center during the previous calendar
year. Amount: Not listed |
Download
the Youth Essay form at: www.dav.org/volunteers/jesse_brown_scholarship.html For more information, contact your local Disabled American Veterans chapter or write: Disabled American Veterans National Service and Legislative Headquarters Voluntary Services Department 807 Maine Ave. S.W. Washington, DC 20024 |
2/27/2006 |
|
| Grades 9-12. Entrants must
participate in athletics and wish to pursue their sport(s)in college. Amount: $1,000 |
Enter
online at: www.sportstoschool.com/scholarship.html SportsToSchool PO Box 6071 Middletown, RI 02842 info@sportstoschool.com 401-849-2639 |
2/27/2006 |
|
| In an essay of 600 - 2000
words, share your thoughts on the Middle East's new civil rights movement.
Must be 25 yrs. old or younger. Amount: $500 - $2,000 |
Submit
essay online at: www.hamsaweb.org |
2/28/2006 |
|
| 2.5 GPA. Completed 50 hours
of active community service within the last 12 months. Amount: $1,000 - $3,000 |
Scholarship
Administrator 100 Black Men of America 141 Auburn Avenue Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 688-5100 TEL (800) 598-3411 TOLL FREE www.100blackmen.org (click on "Education") |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Entrants must be a female,
18 years of age or older as of June 23, 2006, and a legal resident of
the United States. 3.0 GPA. Must answer required essay questions. Amount: $500 - $5,000 |
Enter
online only at: www.takemeaway.com (click on "TMA Scholarship") |
2/28/2006 |
|
| High school students who
work in a team to create a television commercial targeted to middle
school students to warn them about the dangers of alcohol use. Amount: $500 - $3,000 |
Courageous
Persuaders 520 West Big Beaver Road Troy, Michigan 48084 katherinemaggi@MSN.COM courage@mccann.com 248-526-6700 www.couragefirst.com/ |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Students should identify
a current political topic of interest and produce a short (up to ten
minute) video documentary which creatively explores an issue while integrating
C-SPAN programming. Grades 6-12 Amount: $250 - $3,000 |
C-SPAN
"StudentCam" Video Competition c/o C-SPAN Classroom 400 N. Capitol St., NW Suite 650 Washington, DC 20001 www.c-spanclassroom.org |
2/28/2006 |
|
| To recognize the individual
accomplishments of young people (ages 8 - 16) whose personal actions
have significantly improved the environment. Amount: Cash prizes up to $500 |
For
more information, see website at: www.actionfornature.org/eco-hero/index.html
Action For Nature 2269 Chestnut Street, #263 San Francisco, CA, 94123, USA Tel: 415-421-2640 Email: awards@actionfornature.org |
2/28/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizen, national,
or qualified non-citizen. Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time
student for the 2005-2006 academic year at an accredited, 4-year undergraduate
institution. From a disadvantaged background. 3.5 GPA or top 5% of class. Amount: Up to $20,000 |
Apply
online at: http://ugsp.info.nih.gov |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Be a registered, active
member of a Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, or Explorer Post. Have
received the Eagle Scout Award. Be an active member of a synagogue and
must have received the Ner Tamid or Etz Chaim religious emblems. Amount: $1,000 |
National
Jewish Committee on Scouting 1325 Walnut Hill Lane PO Box 152079 Irving TX 75015-2079. www.jewishscouting.org ( Click on "Awards") |
2/28/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizens of Italian
descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent) Amount: $4,000 - $25,000 |
Sons
of Italy Foundation National Leadership Grant Competition 219 E St., NE Washington, DC 20002 202-547-5106 scholarships@osia.org www.osia.org |
2/28/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizen or permanent
resident. The Internet Scholarship Program is exclusively for high school
seniors graduating in the 2005-2006 school year. Winners will be selected
at random. Amount: 30 scholarships of $1,000 |
The
only way to apply is online at www.usbank.com (click on " Student Loans") 1-800-242-1200 |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Various scholarships offered
by the US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce. Must be of Asian or Pacific Heritage Amount: Up to $5,000 |
US
Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce 1329 18th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 202-296-5221 administrator@uspaacc.com www.uspaacc.com (click on "USPAACC Programs" |
2/28/2006 |
|
| High school senior. Judging
criteria will include grades, honors, leadership and how nominees apply
their intellectual skills beyond the classroom. Must be nominated by
teacher or advisor. Amount: $2,500 |
For
more information, see website at: http://www.usatoday.com/news/front.htm (click on "Academic and Teacher AllStars") allstars@usatoday.com 703-854-5890 |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Applicants must have a ViewPoint
Bank account in good standing to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.
High school Senior. U.S. citizen or permanent resident. 3.0 GPA. Check website to see bank locations. Amount: $4,000 |
ATTN:
Donations Administrator 1309 W. 15th Street Plano, TX 75075 www.viewpointbank.com (click on "About Us) |
2/28/2006 |
|
| The Youth Foundation Grant
is available to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and plan to
attend an accredited 4-year United States college of university. Must
have a B or better grade average and demonstrate financial need. December
1st is the deadline to receive a Request for Application Form Amount: $2,500 - $4,000 |
Youth
Foundation 36 West 44th Street New York, New York 10036 Phone: 212-840-6291 E-mail: YouthFdn@aol.com http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/youthfdn/ |
2/28/2006 |
|
| Essay on "Beekeeping" required.
Contest is open to active 4-H Club members only. All entries must be
sent to State organizations. State deadlines vary. Amount: $50 - $250 |
For
more information, contact state chapters at: www.abfnet.org 4-H Beekeeping Essay Contest Foundation for The Preservation of Honey Bees, Inc. P.O. Box 1337 Jesup, GA 31598-1337 (912) 427-4233 info@abfnet.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be a member of the
A+FCU or be an immediate family member of an A+FCU member. Planning
to attend, a Texas college or university. Austin area resident. Amount: $1,000 |
Scholarship
Committee A+ Federal Credit Union P. O. Box 14867 Austin, TX 78761-4867 800-252-8148 www.aplusfcu.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| For African-American, Hispanic
and American Indian students. Must major in chemical sciences including
chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry and chemical technology. Amount: $3,000 |
American
Chemical Society Scholars Program 1155 16th St., N.W. Washington, DC 20036 scholars@acs.org. www.chemistry.org/scholars 1-800-227-5538 Ext. 6250 |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Student must be a legal
dependent of a person who is employed by a company that is a member
of the ACMA or ICPA(International Cast Polymer). Amount: $2,000 |
The
Scholars Award 1010 North Glebe Road Suite 450 Arlington, VA 22201 info@acmanet.org www.acmanet.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Various scholarships offered
by the American Legion Auxiliary. Amount: $1,000 - $2,500 |
Access
the American Legion Auxiliary web site for more information: www.legion-aux.org
All scholarships will be turned in to the local American Legion Post. |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be an active member
of a Boy Scout Troop and have received the Eagle Scout Award. Amount: $2,500 - $10,000 |
The
American Legion P.O. Box 1055 Indianapolis, IN 46206 (317)630-1202 www.legion.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| For students who will major
in music in college. Amount: $1,000 - $1,200 |
For
more information, see website at: www.amcofa.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be a son,
daughter, stepchild, legally adopted child or grandchild of an active
or deceased member of the American Postal Workers Union. Amount: Five awards of $4,000 |
E.C.
Hallbeck Memorial Scholarship Program American Postal Workers Union 1300 L Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20005 www.apwu.org/dept/sec-treas/stscholarships.htm |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be children,
stepchildren or legally adopted children of Army soldiers on active
duty, retired or deceased while on active duty or after retirement.
Unmarried and under the age of 22. Amount: Not listed |
Army
Emergency Relief MG James Ursano Scholarship Fund 200 Stovall St. Rm 5N13 Alexandria, VA 22332-0060 703-428-0035 Education@aerhq.org Can apply online at: www.aerhq.org "click on "Education Programs") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| To recognize and reward
students who have an interest in pursuing an engineering career and
have been active on FIRST teams. Amount: $5,000 |
For
more information and scholarship application, see website at: www.usfirst.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Essay contest for seven
Central Texas school districts served by the Barton Springs/Edwards
Aquifer Conservation District. Amount: $1,500 |
See
web site for more information: www.bseacd.org (click on "Education Programs") Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District 1124 Regal Row Austin, Texas 78748 512/282-8441 bseacd@bseacd.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| A resident of the state
of Texas, have an "85" grade average and enroll in a college in the
family and consumer science department. Must have been an active member
of a chapter of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America for
at least two years. Amount: $1,000 per semester for 8 semesters. |
Family,
Career and Community Leaders of America 3530 Bee Caves Rd. Suite 101 Austin, TX 78746 www.texasfccla.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| High school senior planning
to enroll in a two- or four-year livestock or agronomy-related curriculum
in the fall following high school graduation; demonstrate leadership
and academic performance; and write an essay describing why he or she
is interested in an agricultural career. Amount: $1,000 |
Careers
in Agriculture MS408 P.O. Box 64089 St. Paul, MN 55164-0089 1-800-535-4635 www.agriliance.com (Click on "Careers)" |
3/1/2006 |
|
| High school Senior who is
a Catholic Life Insurance member. 3.0 GPA. Amount: $1,000 |
Catholic
Life Insurance Communications Dept. PO Box 659527 San Antonio TX 78265-9527 (800) 292-2548 www.cliu.com (click on "Living Benefits") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must have a "significant"
physical challenge. "B" average in high school. Essay required. Amount: $3,000 - $5,000 per year |
ChairScholars
Foundation, Inc. 16101 Carencia Lane Odessa, Florida 33556-3278 (813)920-2737 info@chairscholars.org www.chairscholars.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| For Latino students who
have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their
communities. There is no GPA or major requirement. Amount: $1,000 - $2,500 |
CHCI
Scholarship Awards 911 2nd St. Washington, DC 20002 1-800-EXCEL-DC www.chci.org (click on "Education Center") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be a high school senior
and have participated in a Dixie Youth Baseball Program when twelve
years of age or younger. Check website to see which states participate
in the Dixie Youth Baseball Program. Amount: $2,000 |
Dixie
Youth Baseball, Inc. P.O. Box 877 Marshall, Texas 75671 (903) 927-2255 www.dixie.org (click on "Dixie Youth Baseball") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must have been
diagnosed with a food allergy — an immune system reaction to a food
protein (excluding intolerances or Celiac Sprue) — by a physician. Amount: $1,500 |
The
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network 11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160 Fairfax, VA 22033 (800) 929-4040 www.fankids.org/FANTeen/index.html |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Graduating high school senior
who receives their local telecommunications service from a current NTCA
(National Telecommunications Cooperative Association) member and be
from a rural area. Applicant must express an interest to work in a rural
community following graduation. "C" grade point average. Amount: $2,500 |
For
more information, see website at: www.frs.org Foundation for Rural Service 4121 Wilson Blvd. Tenth Floor Arlington, VA 22203 703-351-2026 |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicants must write autobiography
of their activities relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament
issues and conflict resolution. Amount: $500 |
Scholarship
Chairperson Wiedner & Vandercook M.S.F. 16335 Patricia Way Grass Valley, CA 95949 (530) 273-6018 hopione@sbcglobal.net www.grandmothersforpeace.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Daughter or son (natural
or adopted) of a BAC member (active, retired, or deceased) in good standing,
and a U.S. citizen. High school junior, who will take or has taken the
standardized “PSAT” exam in your junior year. Amount: $2,000 per year |
The
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers 1776 Eye Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20006 askbac@bacweb.org 1-888-880-8222 www.bacweb.org (click on "Member Benefits", then "Education") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be a JACL
member. Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 |
Japanese
American Citizens League National Scholarship Awards 1765 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA 94115 (415) 921-5225 E-mail: jacl@jacl.org www.jacl.org (click on "Programs") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Write an original essay
on topic of student's choice that shares an opinion, experience or personal
feeling. Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 |
Kaplan/Newsweek
"My Turn" Essay Competition 1440 BROADWAY, 9th Floor New York, NY 10018 www.newsweekeducation.com |
3/1/2006 |
|
| The Helen Pearson Scholarship
is an award presented annually to an outstanding individual involved
in, or wishing to pursue study in the field of perinatal health care.
Amount: $1,500 |
THE
HELEN PEARSON SCHOLARSHIP March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation 8131 LBJ Freeway, Suite 115 Dallas, Texas 75251 Phone: 972-669-3463 klittlejohn@marchofdimes.com www.modnt.org/ntprograms.htm |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be son or daughter
of current or former United States Marines or United States Navy Corpsmen Amount: Not specified |
Marine
Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 3008 Princeton, NJ 08543-3008 mcsf@marine-scholars.org www.marine-scholars.org 1-800-292-7777 |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Awarded annually to a high
school senior from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an
ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college or university.
U.S. Citizen Amount: $5,000 |
NSPE 1420 King Street Alexandria, VA 22314 703-684-2800 http://nspe.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be currently employed
by McDonald's for at least 4 months and work at least 15 hrs. a week. Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 |
For
rules and application, go to : mcdonalds.com (Select Country, then "Good
Works", then "Community". |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Educational assistance program
for under-age-24, children of MOAA members, and children of active-duty,
Reserve, National Guard, or retired enlisted military personnel. Amount: Varies |
MOAA 201 N. Washington St. Alexandria, VA 22314 (800) 234-6622 (MOAA) edassist@moaa.org www.moaa.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Open to employees or family
members of employees of NAMTA members companies. Amount: $2,500 |
National
Art Materials Trade Association 15806 Brookway Dr. Suite 300 Huntersville, NC 28078 704-892-6244 scholarship@namta.org www.namta.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizen, 3.0 GPA. Must
be referred by a NANBPWC club member. Amount: $1,000 |
To
obtain application, write the Association between November 1 and December
31. Student must enclose a self addressed stamp envelope. NANBPWC 1806 New Hampshire Ave. NW Washington, DC 20009-3208 202-483-4206 nanbpwc@aol.com www.nanbpwc.org (click on "Programs") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Essay contest is open to
students in all states. If parents are members of the United States
Foreign Service, you are NOT eligible. Amount: $750 - $2,500 |
National
High School Essay Contest American Foreign Service Association 2101 E. St., N.W. Washington, DC 20037 202-944-5504 perrigreen@aol.com www.afsa.org/student.cfm |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Italian American students
who demonstrate outstanding potential and high academic achievement
or students of any ethnic background who are majoring or minoring in
the Italian language or Italian American studies. 3.25 GPA Amount: $2,500 - $10,000 |
NIAF 1860 19th Street NW Washington, DC 20009 202-387-0600 scholarships@niaf.org www.niaf.org (click on "NIAF Programs") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Submit poster that will
challenge the use of violent, drug-addicted, starved, surgically-enhanced
images of women and to fight against the industries that profit from
women’s dissatisfaction with their bodies. Amount: $200 |
National
Organization for Women Foundation 1100 H Street, NW, Third Floor Washington, D.C. 20005 www.nowfoundation.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be U.S. citizen. 3.0
GPA. Be a dependent or direct descendant of a person who is or has honorably
served in a U.S. sea service. Preference will be given to science and
engineering majors. Amount: $2,500 |
The
Navy League Foundation 2300 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, Virginia 22201-3308 800.356.5760 www.navyleague.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| For dependent of active
or veteran of Navy or Marines. Must have 2.0 GPA. Scholarships and interest-free
loans available. Amount: $2,000 - $3,000 |
NMCRS
Education Division 875 North Randolph Street, Suite 225 Arlington VA 22203-1977 703-696-4960 education@hq.nmcrs.org www.nmcrs.org (click on "Services") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be high school
senior and a dependent of a business owner who employs fewer than 20
people, owns at least 10% of the stock or capital in the business, and
is active in the day-to-day operations of the business. Amount: $500 - $4,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.smallbizpros.com/sbp/schp.htm E-mail: scholarship@smallbizpros.com |
3/1/2006 |
|
| The Parke-Davis Scholarship
Program administers 16 scholarships annually for high school seniors
with epilepsy. Applicants must be currently under a physician's care
for treatment of epilepsy and must be taking anti-epileptic medication.
Amount: $3,000 |
For
more information contact: Jeffrey Tarnoff, Parke-Davis Epilepsy Scholarship Program c/o IntraMed 1633 Broadway, 25th Floor New York, NY 10019 or call 1-800 AWARD-PD or (212) 827-6547 Email: info@epilepsy-scholarship.org www.neads.ca/en/norc/funding/page38.php |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Offered by EAA Aviation
Foundation. Must major in engineering, math or related field. Other
scholarships available in aviation areas. Amount: $5,000 |
EAA
Scholarship Department P.O. 3086 Oshkosh, WI 54903-3086 920-426-6815 scholarships@eaa.org www.eaa.org (Click on "Aviation Education") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Be a minority high school
senior who is interested in a career in journalism. Have a 2.75 or better GPA. Amount: $20,000 |
General
Manager's Office National Press Club 529 14th Street N.W. Washington, DC 20045 http://www.npcpress.org/programs/awards.cfm |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Open to students of all
ages who are underprivileged and/or have been socially marginalized
– principally by reason of sexual orientation. Amount: Tuition, books, room and board, and living expenses |
The
Point Foundation Box 565 Genoa, NV 89411 866-33-POINT info@thepointfoundation.org www.thepointfoundation.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Students who are interested
in a career in graphic communications and will enroll full time in a
two or four year college program. Amount: $1,000 - $1,500 |
Print
and Graphics Scholarship Foundation 200 Deer Run Road Sewickley, PA 15143-2600 412-741-6860 E-mail: pgsf@piagatf.org http://www.gain.net/employment/scholarships/annual.html |
3/1/2006 |
|
| High school Juniors and
Seniors who excel in academics, chess play and sportsmanship. Must be
a United States Chess Federation member. Amount: $200 - $2,000 |
United
States Chess Federation Attn: Scholastic Department PO Box 3967 Crossville, TN 38557 931-787-1234 Ext. 128 clubs@uschess.org www.uschess.org/scholastic |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Ages 14 - 19. In an essay
of 1000 - 1,500 words, share your view on the following topic: "Racial,
ethnic or religious profiling makes the world secure." Amount: $250 - $1,000 |
The
Sikh Coalition - Essay Competition P.O. Box 7038 Olympia, WA 98501-7038 essay@sikhcoalition.org www.sikhcoalition.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Applicant must be active,
dues-paying members of both SkillsUSA and NTHS. Must be recommended
by SkillsUSA or NTHS advisor. Scholarship will be awarded at the SkillsUSA
National Leadership Conference. Amount: $1,000 |
For
more information and other available scholarships, visit website at
: www.skillsusa.org/scholarships.html |
3/1/2006 |
|
| High school senior. Entrants
are required to write a brief essay on a subject that relates to language
and supports SPELL's main objectives. Amount: $200 - $1,000 |
An
entry form can be obtained by writing to: SPELL P.O. Box 321 Braselton, GA 30517 www.spellorg.com |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be a daughter of granddaughter
of a career warrant officer or commissioned officer who is currently
on active duty or retired from the United States Army. 3.0 GPA. Amount: $1,000 |
Society
of Daughters of the U. S. Army 11804 Grey Birch Place Reston, VA 20191All Request must include a self-addressed envelope. www.odedodea.edu/students/dusa.htm |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Any American, 18 years or
older, who would like to further his/her interest in Norwegian heritage.
Amount: $250 - $3,000 |
Sons
of Norway Headquarters 1455 W. Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408-2666 Toll-free:1-800-945-8851 foundation@sofn.com www.sofn.com/aboutus/Foundation/GrantsScholarships.html |
3/1/2006 |
|
| An economically disadvantaged
student who is a Texas resident and has a minimum GPA of 3.0. SAT -
850, ACT - 21. Must major in civil engineering or computer science and
agree to work for the Department of Transportation for two years after
graduation. Amount: Maximum - $6,000 per year |
Texas
Department of Transportation Conditional Grant Program Human Resources Division 125 E. 11th St. Austin, TX 78701-2483 1-866-554-4330 www.dot.state.tx.us (Click on "Customer Service") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| This scholarship is available
for dependents of TTPOA members. Amount: $500 |
TTPOA
- Les Early Memorial Scholarship Shannon Couch P.O. Box 1819 Abilene, TX 79604 www.ttpoa.org (click on "About TTPOA") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Members of TSA who are graduating
Seniors and plan to teach Technology Education or major in a Technology
related field. Amount: $1,000 - $1,500 |
TX
TSA c/o Karen Ripperger 6413 Hinsdale Dr. Amarillo, TX 79109 (830) 357-2238 texastsa@texastsa.org www.texastsa.org (click on "Applications") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must show financial need.
U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Amount: $1,500 |
For
more information, see website at: www.usafunds.org (800) 537-4180. scholarship@usafunds.org |
3/1/2006 |
|
| For students of Mexican-American
descent who are legal residents of Texas. Award based on scholastic
ability, financial need, motivation and community service. Amount: $300 - $4,000 |
Vikki
Carr Scholarship Foundation P.O. Box 780968 San Antonio, Texas 78278 www.vcsf.net |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Female, U.S. Citizen, financial
need and involvement in a golf program. Amount: $2,000 |
For
more information, see website at: www.wwga.org E-mail: cocomc2000@comcast.net |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Must be the son, daughter,
or spouse of a working ranch cowboy. 3.0 GPA Amount: $500 - $2,500 |
Working
Ranch Cowboys Association P. O. Box 7765 Amarillo, TX 79114 (806) 374-9722 wrca@arn.net www.wrca.org (click on "Foundation") |
3/1/2006 |
|
| Prizes are awarded to students
whose essays best promote the humane treatment of animals in the United
States. Amount: $100 - $500 |
Download
the official entry form at: www.hennet.org Humane Education Network P.O. Box 7434 Menlo Park, CA 94026 650-854-8921 www.hennet.org/essay.html |
3/2/2006 |
|
| Athletic excellence, academic
performance, leadership and community service. Applicants may also be
asked to describe how drinking milk has become part of their life and
training regime. Amount: $7,500 |
SCHOLAR
ATHLETE MILK MUSTACHE OF THE YEAR c/o USA TODAY 7950 Jones Branch Dr. McLean, VA 22108-0905 Apply online at: www.whymilk.com |
3/3/2006 |
|
| U.S. citizen or permanent
resident. Must have at least a 2.75 GPA and have completed the SAT or
ACT. Amount: $2,000 - $15,000 |
National
Alliance for Scholastic Achievement Attention: Selection Committee 540 Hidden Valley Pkwy. #106-220 Corona, CA 92879 www.eee.org/bus/nasa/ |
3/4/2006 |
|
| For high school students
- grades 9-12 Essay topic: “The African American in Texas: Past and Present” Amount: $1,000 - $2,500 |
The
Barbara Jordan Historical Essay Competition The University of Texas at Austin P.O. Box N Austin, TX 78713-8914 (512)232-7599 deb_duval@mail.utexas.edu www.utexas.edu/world/barbarajordan |
3/6/2006 |
|
| For sons and daughters of
active duty, retired, retired reserve and deceased Air Force members. Amount: $2,000 |
AIR
FORCE AID SOCIETY EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DEPARTMENT 241 18th STREET SOUTH, SUITE 202 ARLINGTON, VA 22202-3409 1-800-769-8951 www.afas.org (click on "Education Programs") |
3/10/2006 |
|
| Applicants should be committed
to field of journalism, sensitive to Asian American issues as demonstrated
by community involvement, journalistic ability and financial need Amount: $2,000 - $5,000 |
Scholarship
Committee Asian American Journalist Association 1182 Market St. Suite 320 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 346-2051 E-mail - programs@aaja.org www.aaja.org |
3/10/2006 |
|
| Two page essay (approximately
500 words). Essay topic, rules, and online application available on
website. Amount: $200 - $15,000 |
For
more information, see website at: http://teacher.scholastic.com/lessonplans/expositorywriting/ |
3/10/2006 |
|
| For 11th and 12 grade. Essay
Topic: "Describe an event or experience that had a positive influence
on the way that you approach financial management. Outline the most
helpful thing you learned and describe how it led to the development
of specific skills." Amount: $200 - $15,000 |
To
download application, go to website at: http://teacher.scholastic.com/lessonplans/expositorywriting/index.htm Scholarship Contest c/o Scholastic, Inc. PO Box 713 New York, NY 10013-0711 |
3/10/2006 |
|
| Texas high school seniors
must have competed in a competitive livestock and/or agricultural events
held at the State Fair of Texas in Fair Park, Dallas, TX. Amount: $1,000 |
State
Fair of Texas Scholarship Coordinator 825 W 11th Street - Box 133 Austin TX 78701 carolyn@ask-scott.com www.bigtex.com |
3/11/2006 |
|
| Scholarships will be awarded
to youths who have aged out of the foster care system on the basis of
academic excellence and need. 3.0 GPA Amount: $5,000 - $10,000 |
Love
Our Children USA Att: Darko Rapotez Memorial Scholarship Fund 220 East 57th Street, 9th Floor – Suite G New York NY 10022 – 2820 info@loveourchildrenusa.org www.loveourchildrenusa.org |
3/13/2006 |
|
| U.S. Citizen; graduating
from a Texas high school no later than June 2006; a cumulative grade
point average of 3.0 or higher (out of a possible 4.0); planning to
attend a Texas college or university. Amount: $1,000 |