Birmingham Architectural Foundation Scholarship Program

The Birmingham Architectural Foundation awards scholarships to eligible and deserving students in the following categories:

1. High school students entering freshman year of an accredited architecture program

2. College students entering the first year of an accredited architecture program (students may be transferring from a junior or technical college program, or may be enrolled in an architecture program that commences after the freshman year)

3. College students continuing in an accredited B Arch or M Arch program

4. Post-graduate students entering the first year of an accredited M Arch program

Eligibility
All eligible programs must be accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (complete

American Society of Civil Engineers

2011 Scholarship

Eligibility:

1. Must attend a civil engineering program at an Alabama University/College that is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology - Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).

2. Is in a position to accept the scholarship in year awarded.

3. Is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.

4. Must be a high school graduating senior entering freshman year of college.

5. Must complete this application by the deadline and submit all the required information on this

application form. Additional pages will not be considered.

To be accepted for judging, all applications must be submitted electronically or April 2, 2011 to:
postmarked by 

Susan Goertz

2220 Vanessa Dr

Birmingham, AL 35242-4430

205-991-5519

sgoertz@mindspring.com

Click HERE for application.

Love,
Fran

American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship

The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is a professional organization of African Americans in the energy industry.  Through its Scholarship Program, AABE seeks to help increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields.  By doing so, we help our nation address a critical need and a challenge to our future economic vitality in the world market. 

Eligibility          

Candidates for an AABE scholarship must meet the following eligibility criteria:

                                

· Have, minimally, an overall “B” academic average and a “B” average in mathematics and science courses(3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale).

· Be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges/universities.

· Plan to major in business, engineering, technology, mathematics or physical science fields.

· Demonstrate financial need, if selected as a candidate for the National Scholarship process.

· Be a member of one of the underrepresented minority groups (African American, Hispanic or Native American) in the sciences and related areas of technology.

Awards

The Birmingham Chapter of AABE will award its Premier Scholarship in the amount of $5,000.  The top winner’s application is forwarded to compete for a Southeast Regional Award of $3,000 (The Southeast Region is one of six AABE Regions).  Additionally, a Premier Award of $5,000 is given annually to the candidate who is judged to demonstrate the most outstanding achievement and promise.  National Awards are made to the students upon presentation of proof of enrollment at an accredited college or university.  Distribution of local chapter awards are made at the discretion of the local chapter upon proof of enrollment at an accredited college or university. 

The Application Package

Consideration will be given only to candidates submitting complete application packages which include: (1) a completed AABE application form (copies are acceptable); (2) a high school transcript; (3) official proof of ACT or SAT scores; (4) two letters of reference; (5) parent(s)/ guardian(s) please provide one of the following official verifications of income:  copy of a signed Previous Year’s tax return or a verified FAFSA form; and (6) a completed checklist.  Please redact Social Security Numbers from any documents.

 In lieu of mailing, complete application packages may also be scanned and emailed (by the due date) to the following email address:  apjuett@southernco.com or jennefer.whisenhunt@elpaso.com .

NOTE:  Files larger than 2.5 MB may need to be zipped or reduced to ensure delivery.

Love,

Fran

Complete application packages MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN MARCH 11, 2011 and submitted to the local AABE Chapter listed below.  Applications returned to the AABE National Office or the National Scholarship Committee are in violation of procedures and will not be considered for scholarship support.

Click HERE for the application.

Mail application to:

American Association of Blacks in Energy - Birmingham Chapter

Attn:  Scholarship Committee

P. O. Box 3035

Birmingham, AL  35202

Troy University Foundation Scholarship Application

Interested in attending Troy University?

This may just be the application for you.

Click HERE.

Return to:

Foundation Scholarships

Admissions Office

Troy University

Troy, AL 36082

DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2011

Love,
Temani

Alabama Leadership Bankers Essay Scholarship

Purpose
The purpose of the Alabama Leadership Bankers Essay Scholarship is to educate students on economic education and how it affects them in their personal lives.

Essay Topic
“Three Things Every High School Graduate Should Know About Personal Finance”

Participant Qualifications
1. Must be a high school senior.
2. Must have knowledge of good money management skills (knowledge of decision-making related to spending and saving, investing, use of credit, etc.).
3. Applicants are selected by the schools at their own discretion.

Judging Criteria
The essays will be judged on the following five elements:
• Comprehension--How well does the essay reflect a thorough comprehension of the issues involved in the essay topic?
• Organization--Does the argument follow a logical and easily understood progression? Does corroborating evidence
suppose the essay’s main points?
• Conclusions--Do the conclusions follow logically from the argument? How compelling are the conclusions?
• Creativity--Use of diverse resources, including interviews. Creative angle on the issue.
• Writing--Correct grammar, spelling, punctuation. Concise language.

The weight of each element will be based as follows:
20% Comprehension
20% Organization
20% Conclusions
20% Creativity
20% Writing

Award
A $1000 scholarship will be presented to the winning essay from within the state.

Essays should arrive no later than May 1, 2011. Any essay that arrives after that date will not be accepted.

Click HERE for application.

More Information
You may copy this form as needed. You can also download this form from The Alabama Bankers Association website at www.alabamabankers.org. For more information, contact the Association office at (334) 834-1890 or by email at the following email address: info@alabamabankers.org.

Love,
Fran

Alabama Home Builders Foundation Scholarship Program

The Foundation awards scholarships to deserving men and women who want to pursue careers in the home building industry. College and technical school students, who are enrolled in residential construction-related curricula, may be eligible for Alabama Home Builders Foundation scholarships.

For more information or to receive a scholarship application, contact the Home Builders Association of Alabama at 800.745.4222, mail your request to P.O. Box 241305, Montgomery, AL 36124, or follow the link at the bottom of this page to download a copy. You can also send a request to info@hbaa.org

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1) Must be a resident of Alabama
2) Must be enrolling in, or attending, a junior college, technical school or university in Alabama
3) Must be enrolled in a construction-related curriculum
4) Application must be postmarked by March 15 and sent to:

Alabama Home Builders Foundation
P.O. Box 241305
Montgomery, AL 36124

Click HERE for the application.

Love,
Fran

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed.

The winner(s) of this annual scholarship will receive their award within 2 weeks of the listed deadline. All applicants should include their full name and mailing address with their submissions.

RENEWED DEADLINE: June 18, 2011

AWARD VALUE: $1,000

• The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.

Application Procedure for 2011

To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. Your submissions must be sent to us by email at: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

• What have you done outside of the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by universities or other educational facilities? Of these, which means the most to you? 

Love,
Fran

Alabama Broadcasters Association Scholarship Program

By endorsing quality education of potential broadcasters, the members of the Alabama Broadcasters Association believe they are guaranteeing the future of quality broadcasting in Alabama. Toward that goal, the Alabama Broadcasters Association Educational Foundation was established to fund scholarships for promising students in colleges and universities across the state.

The purpose of the foundation is to encourage a higher standard of professionalism in the industry, foster a stronger relationship between higher education and the profession, promote a greater understanding of ethics and societal responsibility of broadcasters, and support potential and commitment in promising future broadcasters.

Five students will be named recipients of ABA Scholarships for Fall 2011. Each will receive $3,000 to be applied to tuition as they pursue degrees in broadcast communications and broadcast engineering.

Completed applications must reach the Alabama Broadcasters Association Educational Foundation (at the ABA office) no later than April 29. Scholarship recipients will be announced in May.

The completed application must reach ABAEF (at the ABA) no later than April 29, 2011.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:
•    Must be legal resident of Alabama and must apply personally
•    Must be pursuing a major or minor course of study in broadcasting/communications
•    Must be attending any two or four-year Alabama college or university
•    Must demonstrate the intention of entering broadcast communication as his/her life’s work
•    Must be a rising junior or senior if attending a four year college or university.
•    Must not have received any ABA scholarships in the past
•    Maintain a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4 point scale or equivalent
•    Submit a letter from the department head certifying that the applicant has a reasonable chance of successfully completing the course of instruction.


Click HERE for application.

Love,
Fran

Minority Rural Health Pipeline Program

The Minority Rural Health Pipeline Program (MRHPP) is a five week summer program for recent high school graduates who plan to enter college in the next academic year. The students spend five weeks on the campus of The University of Alabama. They take a course (CH 101-General Chemistry with lab), attend tutorials, seminars, field trips to rural medical facilities and shadow African-American physicians. This program was initiated to increase the number minority students from rural Alabama who qualify for admission to medical school through the Rural Medical Scholars Program.

**Academic Opportunities
**Residential Opportunities 
**Leisure/Social Opportunities

How do I apply?
Print the application and instructions from the website.  Complete the application, sign it, and mail it along with your letters of recommendation, a transcript, a copy of your ACT/SAT scores and your essay to the address given in the instructions essay.

What are the requirements to apply?

• Will graduate from high school this school term
• Have a “B” average (3.0/4.0) and earned at least 20 on the ACT or 950 on SAT
• Reside in one of the black counties  
• Been a resident of Alabama for at least eight years
• Have a desire to return to your community or one similar to your community when you have completed your studies   

All materials (including application, test scores, and recommendations) should be in one envelope and be postmarked on or before March 15.

Application HERE

If you have further questions please contact Cynthia Moore at cmoore@cchs.ua.edu or 205-348-3116 or Irene Wallace at iwallace@cchs.ua.edu or 205-348-5892.

Love,
Fran

Mercedes Benz Scholarship Program

The Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Scholarship Program has been established by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. (MBUSI) to assist Alabama high school seniors and dependent children of MBUSI Team Members who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. Scholarships are offered each year for full- time study at an accredited institution of the student’s choice.

This scholarship program is administered by Scholarship Management Services, a department of Scholarship America. Scholarship America is a national nonprofit educational support and student aid service organization that seeks to involve and assist the private sector in expanding educational opportunities and encouraging educational achievement. Awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, disability, or national origin.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants to the Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Scholarship Program must be -

•    High school seniors from the following areas in Alabama: Jefferson County and Tuscaloosa County, who plan to enroll in a full-time* undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school by the fall term following the application period.

OR

•    High school seniors who are dependent children of full-time Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. Team Members who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school by the fall term following the application period. Dependent children are defined as natural and legally adopted children or stepchildren living in the Team Member’s household and primarily supported by the Team Member. Children of Management Team members are not eligible.


APPLICATION

Interested students must complete the application and mail it along with a current, complete official transcript of grades to Scholarship America postmarked no later than March 15. On-line transcripts and grade reports are not acceptable. Applicants will receive acknowledgment of receipt of their application. If an acknowledgment card is not received within three weeks, applicants may call Scholarship America to verify that the application has been received.

Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applications are evaluated on the information supplied; therefore, answer all questions as completely as possible. All information received is considered confidential and is reviewed only by Scholarship America.

Click HERE for the application.

Love,
Fran

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

Deadline: March 31, 2010

Janice M. Scott lost her life on September 11, 2001 when flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon. Six $2,500 scholarships are available to seniors who will graduate in 2010. The selection process involves four means of evaluation: need, academics, community service, and writing skill. An application, transcript, two letters of recommendation, FAFSA, Senior Picture, and essay must be submitted.

Mail the complete application packet so that it is received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of March 31, 2011.

 

Click HERE to access the application. 

For more information, contact TemFrances@guidetoscholarships.com

Love,

Fran

Riverview Orthodontics, P.C. Scholarship

Riverview Orthodontics, P.C. is promoting continuing education and encourage their patients to strive for excellence. They have established a scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to help with the financial burden of secondary education.

Criteria:

Must be a Senior in the Class of 2011

Scholarship Application Form;

Scholastic Standing;

Evidence of Leadership and Potential;

Financial Need;

Existing or previous patient of Dr. Mike Upton or Riverview Orthodontics, P.C.

Deadline: March 31, 2010

2011 Scholarship Application

For more information, contact TemFrances@guidetoscholarships.org

Love,

Fran

The Leon Bradley Scholarship Program

The Leon Bradley Scholarship Program is established to encourage more minorities or persons of color to enter the teaching profession. AASPA believes that it is of benefit for all students to experience diversity among the teachers who serve as role models for our students. Thus, the

American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA)will annually award two scholarships to assist a minority college student seeking their initial teaching certification and/or endorsement. One scholarship will be for $2000 granted for the student's final year, which includes student teaching. The second scholarship will be for $1000 granted for a minority paraprofessional career-changer in his/her final year of teacher preparation.

Checks will be sent directly to the college or university to verify that the applicant is a full-time student and is pursuing a prescribed course of study for initial teacher certification and/or endorsement before applying any money to the costs.

These scholarships will be awarded to a student graduating in May or August 2012.

* Any monies not used for tuition can be applied to any other university-based expenses the student may incur.

• Application materials will be posted on the AASPA website on February 1, 2011 and must be submitted by mail, fax or electronically to AASPA by April 15, 2011.• A letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative, a letter from a character reference and a transcript must be uploaded no later than the application deadline, April 15, 2011.
General Criteria - applicants must meet each criterion.

• Have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better.• Be a high school graduate or equivalent status.• Submit a letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative that the applicant has: ◦ Attained at least junior standing as defined by the institution.◦ Met the required grade point average at the time of application to be eligible for admittance into the teacher education program.◦ Successfully completed all entrance examinations as required by the State and the institution. • Be a minority or person of color in one of the following categories: ◦ American Indian (Native American) or Alaskan Native (A person having origin in any of the original peoples of North America and who maintains cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.)◦ Asian or Pacific Islander (A person having origin in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa.)◦ Black (A person, not of Hispanic origin, who has origin in any of the black racial groups of the original peoples of Africa.)◦ Hispanic (A person, regardless of race, who is of Spanish culture or origin. This includes, for example, persons from Mexico, Central or South America, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Cuba.)

Applicant must reside in these states/provinces or be currently matriculating at a college or university within these states/provinces: California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Hawaii.

*Weighted Criteria - applicants do not have to meet each criterion.
• Work experience that has been applied to college expenses.

• Other scholarship or financial aid support.

• Seeking initial certification and/or endorsement in a state-identified critical area.

*Maintenance Criteria - recipient must meet all requirements.
• Verified enrollment as a full-time student (as defined by the university) during the semesters receiving the scholarship.

• Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or better each semester.

• Continue to be enrolled in a teacher education program and be in good standing with the university as verified by a letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative. 

Application HERE!! 

Click in open positions to view scholarship application.

Due April 15, 2011.

For more information, contact TemFrances@guidetoscholarships.org

Love,
Fran

Alabama Farmers Cooperative, Inc. Scholarship

This scholarship program is for beginning freshmen who would like to work in the Co-op system after graduation.  The scholarships will pay full tuition and fees, with an approximate value of $20,000 per student over the four-year period.  

To be eligible for consideration for the scholarships, the following criteria must be met:  

1)  Applicants must obtain an acceptance letter from the Auburn University Admissions Office or show proof of enrollment.  

2)  Applicants must intend to enter in the College of Agriculture as an Agriculture Economics major or another degree within the College of Agriculture with approved business course options.  

3)  Incoming freshmen applicants must be nominated by a local cooperative in the Alabama Farmers Cooperative system.  

Additional criteria can be found at http://alafarmnews.com/scholarships.htm.   

Deadlines vary from May to June.

Love,

Fran

Go to HARVARD for FREE!!!!

Harvard University Announcement
No Tuition and No Student Loans

Harvard University announced over the weekend that from now on
undergraduate students from low-income families will pay no tuition. In
making the announcement, Harvard's president Lawrence H. Summers said,
"When only ten percent of the students in elite higher education come
from families in the lower half of the income distribution, we are not
doing enough. We are not doing enough in bringing elite higher education
to the lower half of the income distribution."

If you know of a family earning less than $60,000 a year with an honor
student graduating from high school soon, Harvard University wants to
pay their tuition. The prestigious university recently announced that from
now on undergraduate students from low-income families can go to Harvard
for free... No tuition and no student loans!

To find out more about Harvard offering free tuition for families making
less than $60,000 a year, visit Harvard's financial aid website at: http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/icb/icb.do or call the school's financial
aid office at (617) 495-1581.

Please note that there are several other universities of this level that are also doing this.

Need any assistance, feel free to contact me at TemFrances@guidetoscholarships.org

Love, 
Fran

Alabama Association of School Office Personnel Scholarship

This application is for the 2010-2011 School Year and is due by March 31, 2011.

Tasks to be completed before application can be processed:

1. Plans to enroll in College of Business or K-12 Education.
2. Complete all items on the application. If unknown or not applicable, indicate unknown or N/A.
3. Attach a recent photograph. (optional)
4. Attach a personal letter stating your financial need for the scholarship.
5. Attach a transcript of your school grades through the first semester of the current school year, with the grade point average listed. *Not necessary for AASOP members applying for the scholarship who are not currently enrolled in college.
6. Attach one letter from each of the three references listed on your application.

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNLESS ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION IS PROVIDED.
(FILL IN EVERY BLANK) DEADLINE: MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 31, 2011.

Click HERE for the application.

Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.

Love,
Fran

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

Eligibility

Applicants to the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program must:

• Be high school seniors or high school graduates who are first-time college students in the fall of 2011
• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire 2011-12 academic year
• Plan to major in a course of study that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math). Select Design, Marketing, Accounting, Finance and Business majors are also eligible. See the list of eligible majors. Scholarship recipients will demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries using these areas of study.
• Be U.S. citizens and have permanent residence in the United States

Excluded from consideration are employees and relatives of employees of Scholarship Management Services, Scholarship America and their affiliates and subcontractors, and GM Foundation Directors, Officers, and staff and their relatives. Relatives of General Motors employees are eligible.

Award Criteria

Scholarship recipients are selected based on the following factors:

• Academic achievement,
• Financial need,
• Participation and leadership in community and school activities, work experience, educational and career goals, and unusual circumstances, and
• Please note special consideration will be given to the following applicants: first-generation college, female, minority, military veteran or a dependent of military personnel.

The majority of the scholarships will be awarded to students majoring in STEM fields, with a heavy emphasis on Engineering majors.
Selection of recipients is made by Scholarship Management Services. All scholarship recipients may be subject to a criminal background check. Recipients of a Buick Achievers Scholarship shall not commit any act that indicates dishonesty or moral turpitude or that otherwise could materially injure the General Motors Foundation, Buick or General Motors Company's reputation. If such an act is committed by a Buick Achievers Scholarship Program recipient, the Buick Achievers Scholarship award shall immediately be revoked. In no instance will any Director or Officer of the General Motors Foundation or any employee of General Motors play a part in the selection. All applicants agree to accept the decision as final.

Award Amounts

Recipients will be awarded one scholarship at either of the two award levels:

• 1,000 Buick Achievers Scholarships of $2,000, available for four years and one additional year for those entering a five-year engineering program.
• 100 Buick Achievers National Scholarships of up to $25,000 per year, available for four years, and one additional year for those entering a five-year engineering program. The scholarships can be used toward the total cost of tuition, fees, books, supplies, required equipment, room and board and other allowable expenses, less other gift aid known at the time of application (scholarships, grants and other awards that do not have to be paid back).

Awards are renewable for the given years noted above or until a bachelor's degree is earned, whichever occurs first. Renewal is contingent upon satisfactory academic performance, full-time enrollment and continuing to major in an eligible field of study.

Awards are for undergraduate study only.

Please review the Frequently Asked Questions. All other questions should be directed to Scholarship Management Services.

For the most efficient service, submit a question or report a problem by using the Help link on the Scholarship Links menu. Or you may email buickachievers@scholarshipamerica.org or call 1-800-537-4180.

Register

To apply to The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program, you must first register as an applicant on this website. Activate your account by accessing your email. You may then complete the application by providing information about yourself and your academic and community achievements.

The application must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. CT, March 31, 2011. 

Good luck in the competition!

Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.

Love,
Fran

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship Award
Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $7,500 annually to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. 

Eligibility
To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:

• Be a graduating, minority high school senior;
• Plan to attend an accredited and approved four–year institution within the United States;
• Show leadership potential;
• Demonstrate a dedication to community service;
• Present evidence of financial need;
• Be a United States citizen;
• A minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21; and
• Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4–year College when applying for the scholarship.

Application Components
The required components of the Jackie Robinson Foundation application are:

• A completed and submitted online application;
• One (1) letter of recommendation;
• SAT or ACT scores sent to the Foundation directly from the testing agencies. The Foundation’s college codes are: SAT 4248/ACT: 6570.

Mailing Materials
None of the supplemental components; recommendation nor SAT/ACT scores, to the Jackie Robinson Foundation application require the submission of hard copies. However, should an applicant have issues with listing the Foundation as a recipient of SAT or Act scores, then the applicant is permitted to mail hard copies of their SAT/ACT score report to the Foundation at: 

Jackie Robinson Foundation
Attn: Scholarship Application Process
75 Varick Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10013-1917 

Instructions for the Application's Essay Section
You may wish to type and save your written responses to the required questions in a word processing program (e.g. Microsoft Word) and then copy them into this form. This will allow you to utilize its spelling and editing features while drafting your responses. Remember, using infosnap allows you the opportunity to complete the application in several phases before submitting it online. Special fonts or formatting (bullets, highlights, etc.) will not be transferred into the application form. In order to distinguish between paragraphs, use the "Enter" (or "Return") key. 

For each essay question, you will have a total of 500 words (2500 characters) to respond. 

Final Submission of Application
Be sure to click the "to Submit >" and "SUBMIT" buttons after completing the application. The Jackie Robinson Foundation will not receive your application information until the form has been submitted. Once the form is electronically submitted, you will receive an email confirmation from Infosnap. Note: The Jackie Robinson Foundation will receive the information exactly as it is provided. Please be aware of all spelling and capitalization. 

Application Timeline
October 15, 2010 – JRF Scholarship Application is available online
March 15, 2011 – 11:59 PM EST – Deadline for submission of all application and all components
June 1, 2011 – All applicants will be notified of their status by this date.  

Click HERE to apply.

Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.

Love,
Fran

The Executive Women International Scholarship Program

The EWI Scholarship Program (EWISP) is an annual, competition-based program which awards more than $200,000 in college scholarship money to qualifying high school juniors each year.

EWISP has been recognized by Money Magazine as one of the top 12 scholarships in the United States.  Students are nominated by their schools to participate in the scholarship competition.  Judges select winning students based on their scholastic achievement, leadership qualities, good citizenship and extra-curricular activities. 

High school students first apply for EWISP and then compete at the local Chapter level where award levels vary. Chapter-level winners are submitted to the National level for a chance to win one of six scholarships. National scholarship awards range between $2,000 and $10,000.

ELIGIBILITY:

A student may apply for an Executive Women International Scholarship Program award if he/she is:

• Private or parochial school* located within the geographical boundaries of a participating EWI Chapter

• Current, full-time secondary school 11th grade student/junior or comparable level student enrolled in a public,
• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited post-secondary institution• Anticipating graduation from high school in the spring of the following year
 
Click HERE for a nationwide list of participating chapters.

Click HERE for the application.

For questions on submitting application,

please contact EWI Corporate Office

at 801.355.2800 or ewi@ewiconnect.com.

*NOTE: Only one student per school is eligible to enter* 
So it may be in your best interest to go talk to your school's guidance counselor to see what you need to do to become the student the school submits.
Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.
Love,
Fran

Huggable Heroes Program

Kids making smiles!

Through the Huggable Heroes program, Build-A-Bear Workshop recognizes and encourages young leaders, ages eight to 18, who provide extraordinary service in their communities and around the world. The eighth annual search for these special kids is now on! Anyone, ages eight and above, is eligible to nominate a candidate by completing one of the forms HERE or by picking up an entry form at participating Build-A-Bear Workshop stores. 

Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 28, 2011.

Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.

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It's all here for you, just let me know if you need help.

Love,
Fran

Alabama Fidelis Alpha Chapter Memorial Scholarship

Alabama Fidelis Alpha Chapter Memorial Scholarship from the Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Sorority for Women Educators in the amount of $650/year, renewable for 3 years. For more info contact Etheline Bounds at 256-534-3538.  

Must be pursuing a degree in education.

Deadline of April 1, 2011.

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Love,
Fran

Alpha Omega Chapter Eta Phi Beta Sorority Scholarship

Deadline is February 28, 2011 

This $650 scholarship is awarded to a senior working toward a degree in education.

Scholarship Contact is Carolyn Jackson 256-851-6586.

Let me know if you have any questions. Please do not hesitate to ask them.

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It's all here for you, just let me know if you need help.

Love,
Fran

Rocket City Tall Club Scholarship

Tall Clubs International (TCI) is offering one or more $1000 scholarship to graduating seniors who meet the criteria described below.  The Rocket City Tall Club (RCTC) is offering one scholarship of at least $500 to a graduating senior whose application will then be submitted to TCI for consideration for the TCI scholarships.  RCTC is a social club for men and women of tall stature and is a member of TCI, which consists of more than 60 clubs across the United States and Canada.  TCI member clubs take pride in fostering tall awareness through involvement in their community.

Each of the tall clubs is eligible to submit one scholarship application to the TCI scholarship committee.  Students who apply may be considering any field of study and must be entering a four year institution of higher learning in the fall of 2011.

Criteria will include:
Minimum height: females 5’10”, males 6’2” (in stocking feet)
Academic record and achievements
Involvement in clubs and activities in the school community
Involvement in clubs and activities outside the school community
Personal achievements (applicants should include information that would add to the quality of the application)
Insight and content of essay – “What Being Tall Means to Me”
Recommendations (within the school community and outside the school community (1 each)) (letters to colleges will be accepted)
Must be from Madison County or Morgan County in Alabama.


For more information or for the application, click HERE.

DEADLINE: March 18, 2011

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Alabama Golf Association Women's Scholarship Fund

BBG Communications Award

The BBG Communications scholarship is designed for students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in or will be attending an institution of higher education in the Fall of 2011.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: June 30, 2011 (11:59 ET)

Read more about BBG Communications Award by www.breylancommunications.com

The Alabama Golf Association Women’s Scholarship Fund was established in 1993 by the Women’s Alabama Golf Association, which has now become a part of the AGA. Since its inception we have awarded over 14 scholarships to young ladies across the state of Alabama. This scholarship is intended to further the education of a young lady who is interested in the game of golf, excels in the class room, participates in school and community activities, and is in need of financial assistance. This scholarship is awarded for 4 years in the amount of $3,000 per year as long as the applicant can maintain the requirements outlined  for this scholarship. 

Eligibility Requirements

Candidate must:

1. Be a graduate of an accredited secondary school where she has shown evidence of academic excellence, good citizenship, sportsmanship and community involvement; 
2. Be in need of financial assistance to pursue an undergraduate education in a college or university in the state of Alabama; 
3. Have an interest in the game of golf 
4. Be a bona fide resident of the state of Alabama

Instructions:

1. Fill out online application completely (link at bottom of page)
    
2. Include two (2) letters of recommendation, which could either  be from someone on your high school staff, from a representative of the AGA- (scanned and emailed to alyson@bamagolf.com or mailed to the address below)
    
3. A copy of your ACT scores must be submitted - (scanned and emailed to alyson@bamagolf.com or mailed to the address below) 
4. A copy of your high school transcript must be included - (scanned and emailed to alyson@bamagolf.com or mailed to the address below)
    
5. Include a head shot photograph of yourself - (scanned and emailed to alyson@bamagolf.com or mailed to the address below)
    
6. The online application and all pertinent data, if scanned and emailed, must be submitted by March 15^th. If pertinent data is sent via U.S. mail, it must be received by March 15th at the address shown below:  
    

Alabama Golf Association
Attn: Alyson Stuart
1025 Montgomery Hwy
Suite # 210
Birmingham, AL 35216

Click HERE to apply.

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ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarship

ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarships are awarded to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled, full-time, in college courses and are pursuing a degree in nuclear engineering or have the intent to pursue a degree in nuclear engineering.  ANS will give a maximum of four Incoming Freshman Scholarships annually.  Each award is $1000.

The Scholarships are awarded based on an applicant's high school academic achievement, freshman college courses enrolled in, quality and content of 500-word essay, letters of recommendation by counselors and/or teachers, and other information.

The scholarship award is sent in September to the recipient upon verification (a copy of the paid fee receipt) of enrollment in an accredited university or college.

The ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarship Application Form for the 2011-12 school term will be posted on November 8, 2010.

Application Deadline: April 1

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Tuscaloosa Teachers Credit Union Scholarship

Tuscaloosa Teachers Credit Union (TTCU) will award (2) $2,500 scholarships to graduating students in our area. To be eligible, the student or a member of his or her immediate family MUST be a member in good standing of TTCU. Immediate family is considered to be the mother, father, brother, sister, or grandparent of the student. Financial need of the student will be considered.


Scholarship Deadline
Your completed application must be received in our downtown office located at 2520 6th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 no later than March 15, 2011.

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Hillcrest High School Adopt-A-School Partnership Scholarship

DCH Regional Medical Center is proud to offer the Adopt-A-School Partnership College Scholarship to a Hillcrest High School Senior who has demonstrated excellence and leadership while attending Hillcrest High School. All aspects of the candidate’s high school career, including scholastic achievement, leadership roles, work experience, community involvement and financial need will be considered.

The Scholarship will provide $1,000 towards the cost of the annual full-time tuition, books and supplies at an accredited community college or university.

Guidelines for Selection:
1.    High-school Senior enrolled at Hillcrest High School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Click HERE to download the forms needed for the DCH scholarships offered for the 2011-2012 year.

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The 2011-2012 DCH Scholarship Information

The DCH Health System is pleased to award scholarships for students choosing the healthcare field for their future profession. All scholarships will be awarded to the most qualified applicants meeting the criteria, as judged by the Scholarship Committee. Students interested in applying for any scholarship need only submit one completed application packet.

Requirements
Interested applicants must be:
1. Currently enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) at an accredited college or university.
Entering Freshman (recent high school graduate) – Must have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or better (based on a 4.0 grading scale) as a full-time high school student. College Student – Must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better (based on a 4.0 grading scale while taking 12 hours of class work). Must be eligible for continued enrollment.

2. Majoring in (or enrolling with the intent to major in) a healthcare discipline.

Process
A completed 2011-2012 DCH Scholarship Application packet must be submitted, in its entirety, to the DCH Foundation Office by 5:00pm on March 31, 2011. (Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be considered.)

Click HERE to download the forms needed for the DCH scholarships offered for the 2011-2012 year.

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Third Annual Keep the Drive High School Journalism Awards

Use your journalism skills to make a difference and create awareness about the No. 1 killer of teens.

Because of adverse weather conditions throughout the country, they've received numerous requests from students and teachers to extend the deadline of the Keep the Drive High School Journalism Awards program until March 8, 2011.

All submissions, for both the print and broadcast categories, are due by March 8, 2011.

The Allstate Foundation is sponsoring the third annual Keep the Drive High School Journalism Awards to encourage teens to educate their peers about the dangers of texting while driving.

Journalists may enter either the Print Category or Broadcast Category, but not both. Print Category submissions are articles written and published by students in high school newspapers. Broadcast Category submissions are broadcast segments in journalistic style written and produced by students and aired within the high school. 

Again this year, the Keep the Drive Journalism Awards wants teens to specifically address the dangers of texting while driving. All stories and news segments must incorporate this topic and include the website www.KeeptheDrive.com. KeeptheDrive.com is a great resource for your peers to learn more about smart driving and ways to get involved. Award entries will be accepted from October 1, 2010 through March 8, 2011.

You could win one of the following three cash awards based on your work!

• Grand Prize: $2,000
• Second Place: $1,000
• Third Place: $750

How do you enter? Click the print or broadcast buttons HERE to access the online application. Begin by creating an account, and then complete the online application entirely. For print category submissions, upload a legible, scanned version of your published article when prompted in the application. For broadcast category submissions, upload your video to YouTube and be sure to include your unique YouTube link when prompted in the application. 

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The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship Application is Now Available. Deadline to apply is February 18, 2011.

For more information on how to apply and all frequently asked questions, click HERE.

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AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program
Scholarship Application

The AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Program brings advice and access to higher education into every community in which AXA has a presence. Every AXA Advisors' branch office nationwide distributes up to twelve $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors who live and attend high school in their area.

Selection of winners, known as AXA Achievers, is made by our nonprofit partner, Scholarship America. An AXA Achiever must demonstrate:

• Ambition and drive
• Determination to set and reach goals
• Respect for self, family and community
• Ability to succeed in college

Click HERE to access the application.

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Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award

Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award

Deadline March 31

Grades 9-12 can express their patriotism through art. National Scolarships: 1st Place $10,000; 2nd Place $5,000; 3rd Place $2,500; 4th Place $1,500; 5th – 8th Place $500.

Click HERE to obtain the application.

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Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

Deadline: March 31, 2010

Janice M. Scott lost her life on September 11, 2001 when flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon. Six $2,500 scholarships are available to seniors who will graduate in 2010. The selection process involves four means of evaluation: need, academics, community service, and writing skill. An application, transcript, two letters of recommendation, FAFSA, Senior Picture, and essay must be submitted.

Mail the complete application packet so that it is received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of March 31, 2011.

Click HERE to access the application.

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Riverview Orthodontics, PC

Riverview Orthodontics, PC

Riverview Orthodontics, P.C. is promoting continuing education and encourage their patients to strive for excellence. They have established a scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to help with the financial burden of secondary education.

Criteria:

Must be a Senior in the Class of 2011

Scholarship Application Form;

Scholastic Standing;

Evidence of Leadership and Potential;

Financial Need;

Existing or previous patient of Dr. Mike Upton or Riverview Orthodontics, P.C.

Deadline: March 31, 2010

2011 Scholarship Application

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Leon Bradley Scholarship Program - AASPA

The Leon Bradley Scholarship Program is established to encourage more minorities or persons of color to enter the teaching profession. AASPA believes that it is of benefit for all students to experience diversity among the teachers who serve as role models for our students. Thus, the

American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA)will annually award two scholarships to assist a minority college student seeking their initial teaching certification and/or endorsement. One scholarship will be for $2000 granted for the student's final year, which includes student teaching. The second scholarship will be for $1000 granted for a minority paraprofessional career-changer in his/her final year of teacher preparation.

Checks will be sent directly to the college or university to verify that the applicant is a full-time student and is pursuing a prescribed course of study for initial teacher certification and/or endorsement before applying any money to the costs.

These scholarships will be awarded to a student graduating in May or August 2012.

* Any monies not used for tuition can be applied to any other university-based expenses the student may incur.

• Application materials will be posted on the AASPA website on February 1, 2011 and must be submitted by mail, fax or electronically to AASPA by April 15, 2011.• A letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative, a letter from a character reference and a transcript must be uploaded no later than the application deadline, April 15, 2011.
General Criteria - applicants must meet each criterion.

• Have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better.• Be a high school graduate or equivalent status.• Submit a letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative that the applicant has: ◦ Attained at least junior standing as defined by the institution.◦ Met the required grade point average at the time of application to be eligible for admittance into the teacher education program.◦ Successfully completed all entrance examinations as required by the State and the institution. • Be a minority or person of color in one of the following categories: ◦ American Indian (Native American) or Alaskan Native (A person having origin in any of the original peoples of North America and who maintains cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.)◦ Asian or Pacific Islander (A person having origin in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa.)◦ Black (A person, not of Hispanic origin, who has origin in any of the black racial groups of the original peoples of Africa.)◦ Hispanic (A person, regardless of race, who is of Spanish culture or origin. This includes, for example, persons from Mexico, Central or South America, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Cuba.)

Applicant must reside in these states/provinces or be currently matriculating at a college or university within these states/provinces: California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Hawaii.

Weighted Criteria - applicants do not have to meet each criterion.

• Work experience that has been applied to college expenses.• Other scholarship or financial aid support.• Seeking initial certification and/or endorsement in a state-identified critical area.
Maintenance Criteria - recipient must meet all requirements.

• Verified enrollment as a full-time student (as defined by the university) during the semesters receiving the scholarship.• Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or better each semester.• Continue to be enrolled in a teacher education program and be in good standing with the university as verified by a letter from the Dean of Education or designated representative.

http://www.applitrack.com/aaspa/onlineapp/
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