GENERAL

3265
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR PUBLIC OPINION RESEARCH

8310 Nieman Rd.
Lenexa, KS 66214-1579
Tel: (913)495-4470; Fax: (913)599-5340; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.aapor.org

One-time award open to undergraduate or graduate students for a paper broadly related to the study of public opinion or to the theory and methods of survey and market research. Entries should be 15 to 25 pages in length. For more information see Web site at http://www.aapor.org. Application deadline is December 12.

Title of Award:
Seymour Sudman Student Paper Prize

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
$1,000 total.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Deadline for Receipt:
12/12.

Apply to:
Michael Flanagan, Executive Coordinator, 913-495-4470, [email protected].

3266
AMERICAN BAR FOUNDATION

750 North Lake Shore Dr.
4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: (312)988-6580; Fax: (312)988-6579; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.abf-sociolegal.org

Summer research fellowships to acquaint sophomores and juniors with research and research careers in the fields of law and social science. Preference given to minorities. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and be moving toward an academic major in the social sciences or humanities. Fellowship is for 10 weeks in Illinois. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Title of Award:
Montgomery Summer Research Fellowships in Law and Social Science for Minority Undergraduates

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences; Law/Legal Services

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 fellowship(s), totaling $14,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $3600.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
2/27.

Apply to:
Erin Eckhoff, Program Associate, 312-988-6580, [email protected].

3267
AMERICAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATION-LAMBDA ALPHA EPSILON

PO Box 601047
Sacramento, CA 95860-1047
Tel: (916)484-6553; Fax: (916)488-2227; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.acjalae.org

Awarded only to members of the American Criminal Justice Association. One-time award of $100-$400. Members may reapply each year. Must have minimum 3.0 GPA. Must pursue studies in law/legal services, criminal justice/law, or the social sciences. Application deadline is December 31.

Title of Award:
American Criminal Justice Association-Lambda Alpha Epsilon National Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Law/Legal Services; Criminal Justice/Criminology; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
9 scholarship(s), totaling $2,100.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 9. Minimum award amount: $100. Maximum award amount: $400.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
12/31.

Apply to:
Karen Campbell, Executive Secretary, 916-484-6553, [email protected].

3268
AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

750 First St., NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
Tel: (202)336-6127; Fax: (202)336-6012; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.apa.org/mfp

One week institute/retreat designed to introduce students to aging research in the field of psychology through didactic seminars, group mentoring and multimedia exercises. Summer Institute provided to students at no cost. Applications available at Web site. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Title of Award:
Minority Aging Network in Psychology Summer Institute on Aging

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Social Sciences; Social Services; Psychology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 12.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.

Apply to:
Candace D. Davis, Program Assistant, 202-336-6127, [email protected].

3269
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CRIMINOLOGY

1314 Kinnear Rd., Ste. 212
Columbus, OH 43212
Tel: (614)292-9207; Fax: (614)292-6767; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.ASC41.com

Award for full-time undergraduate or graduate students. Must submit a conceptual or empirical paper on a subject directly relating to criminology. Papers must be 7500 words or less. Visit Web site for additional information.

Title of Award:
American Society of Criminology Gene Carte Student Paper Competition

Area, Field, or Subject:
Law/Legal Services; Social Sciences; Law Enforcement/Police Administration; Criminal Justice/Criminology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $200. Maximum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Application Requirements:
Required: essay; entry in a contest.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/15.

Apply to:
Award Director, 614-292-9207, [email protected].

3270
ASPEN INSTITUTE

One Dupont Circle, NW, Ste. 700
Washington, DC 20036
Web Site: http://www.nonprofitresearch.org/

Scholarships will be awarded to minority students who demonstrate outstanding research skills, a background in social sciences or humanities, excellent writing and communication skills, and financial need. There is no application; send a letter of interest, resume, transcript, a letter from the appropriate college or university financial aid officer certifying demonstrated financial need, and two letters of reference. Deadline is March 15.

Title of Award:
William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for Minority Students

Area, Field, or Subject:
Humanities; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $2500. Maximum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.

Application Requirements:
Required: transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); resume.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.

3271
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S FOUNDATION

1900 M St. NW
Ste. 310
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: (202)293-1100; Fax: (202)861-0298; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.bpwusa.org

Scholarships of $1000 each are awarded for full or part-time study. Applicant must be studying in one of the following fields: biological sciences, teacher education certification, engineering, social science, paralegal studies, humanities, business studies, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences, or for a professional degree (JD, MD, DDS). The Career Advancement Scholarship Program was established to assist women seeking the education necessary for entry or re-entry into the work force, or advancement within a career field. Must be 25 or over. Send self-addressed double-stamped envelope between January 1 and April 1 for application.

Title of Award:
BPW Career Advancement Scholarship Program for Women

Area, Field, or Subject:
Computer Science/Data Processing; Education; Engineering/Technology; Engineering-Related Technologies; Law/Legal Services; Humanities; Physical Sciences and Math; Biology; Health and Medical Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
41 scholarship(s), totaling $41,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 100. Maximum no. of awards: 200. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: age 25 or older, female. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/15.

Apply to:
Diane Thurston Frye, Academic Scholarship Consultant, 202-293-1100 ext. 183, [email protected].

3272
CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF UKRAINIAN STUDIES

University of Alberta
450 Athabasca Hall
Edmonton, AB, Canada T6G 2E8
Tel: (780)492-2972; Fax: (780)492-4967; Web Site: http://www.ualberta.ca/cius/

One-time award for Canadian citizen or landed immigrant to enter their final year of undergraduate study in pursuit of a degree with emphasis on Ukrainian and/or Ukrainian-Canadian studies in the disciplines of education, history, humanities, or social sciences. To be used at any Canadian university for an eight-month period of study. Award is in Canadian dollars.

Title of Award:
Leo J. Krysa Undergraduate Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; History; Humanities; Social Sciences; Area/Ethnic Studies

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s).

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum award amount: $2600.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to Canadian citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, 780-492-2972.

3273
CENTER FOR LESBIAN AND GAY STUDIES (C.L.A.G.S.)

365 Fifth Ave.
Room 7115
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212)817-1955; Fax: (212)817-1567; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.clags.org

A cash prize of $250 will be awarded to the best paper written in a CUNY or SUNY undergraduate class on a topic related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, or transgender experiences. Essays should be between 15 and 50 pages, well thought-out, and fully realized.

Title of Award:
Center for Gay and Lesbian Studies Undergraduate Paper Awards

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences; Literature/English/Writing

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $250.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: essay; entry in a contest.

Deadline for Receipt:
6/1.

Apply to:
Lavelle Porter, Office Staff, 212-817-1955, [email protected].

3274
CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Attn: Scholarship Chair
PO Box 862647
Los Angeles, CA 90086-2647
Tel: (323)222-0856; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.chssc.org

$1000 scholarship is offered to a deserving full-time student in southern California who demonstrates strong interest in Chinese American studies in humanities or social sciences. Deadline is March 12.

Title of Award:
CHSSC Scholarship Award

Area, Field, or Subject:
Humanities; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; interview; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
3/12.

Apply to:
Susie Ling, Scholarship Chair, 323-222-0856, [email protected].

3275
CIRI FOUNDATION

2600 Cordova St., Ste. 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582; Fax: (907)263-5588; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.ciri.com/tcf

Scholarships available for studies in language, education, social sciences, arts, communications, and law. Applicant must be Alaska Native student. For more details see Web site: http://www.ciri.com/tcf.

Title of Award:
Lawrence Matson Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund

Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Social Sciences; Arts; Communications; Law/Legal Services

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); proof of eligibility, birth certificate or adoption decree.

Deadline for Receipt:
6/1.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, 907-263-5582, [email protected].

3276
CLAN MACBEAN FOUNDATION

441 Wadsworth Blvd., Ste. 213
Denver, CO 80226
Tel: (303)233-6002; Fax: (303)233-6002; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.clanmacbean.net

Open to men and women of any race, color, creed or nationality. Grant is for course of study or project which reflects direct involvement in the preservation or enhancement of Scottish culture, or an effort that would contribute directly to the improvement of the human family. Applications may be obtained from the foundation. Deadline: May 1.

Title of Award:
Clan MacBean Foundation Grant Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Area/Ethnic Studies; Child and Family Studies

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
3 grant(s), totaling $9,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 3. Maximum no. of awards: 5. Maximum award amount: $3000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
5/1.

Apply to:
Raymond L. Heckethorn, Treasurer, 303-233-6002, [email protected].

3277
HUDSON RIVER FOUNDATION

17 Battery Place, Ste. 915
New York, NY 10004
Tel: (212)483-7667; Fax: (212)924-8325; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.hudsonriver.org

Program supports undergraduate and graduate students conducting ecological/environmental research on the Hudson River estuary from Troy to Manhattan. Summer fellowship program only. Co-sponsored with the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation. Must be sponsored by a primary advisor.

Title of Award:
Tibor T. Polgar Fellowships

Area, Field, or Subject:
Applied Sciences; Biology; Earth Science; Natural Resources; Natural Sciences; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 8. Minimum award amount: $3800.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: transcript; reference(s); entry in a contest; research proposal and sponsor, budget.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.

Apply to:
Science Director, 212-483-7667, [email protected].

3278
INSTITUTE FOR HUMANE STUDIES

3301 North Fairfax Dr.
Ste. 440
Arlington, VA 22201-4432
Tel: (703)993-4880; Fax: (703)993-4890; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.theihs.org

One-time award for undergraduate and graduate students in selected disciplines. Applicants should have demonstrated interest in classical liberal or libertarian ideas and must intend to pursue a scholarly career. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Application fee: $25.

Title of Award:
Humane Studies Fellowships

Area, Field, or Subject:
Communications; Humanities; Law/Legal Services; Social Sciences; Economics; History; Literature/English/Writing; Political Science

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
94 fellowship(s), totaling $350,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 100. Minimum award amount: $2000. Maximum award amount: $12000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; test scores; essay; reference(s); application fee.

Deadline for Receipt:
12/31.

Apply to:
Ms. Amy Pelletier, Program Coordinator, 703-993-4880, [email protected].

3279
IRISH-AMERICAN CULTURAL INSTITUTE

1 Lackawanna Place
Morristown, NJ 07960
Tel: (973)605-1991; Fax: (973)605-8875; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.iaci-usa.org

One-time award for research which has an Irish-American theme in any discipline of humanities and social science. Primary research preferred, but will fund such projects as museum exhibits, curriculum development, and the compilation of bibliographies. Submit proposal.

Title of Award:
Irish Research Funds

Area, Field, or Subject:
Humanities; Social Sciences; Area/Ethnic Studies

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
9 grant(s), totaling $24,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 10. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; reference(s); resume.

Deadline for Receipt:
10/1.

Apply to:
Irish Research Funds Coordinator, 973-605-1991, [email protected].

3280
JAPAN STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION COMMITTEE

c/o Japan Information Center
50 Freemont St., Ste. 2200
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: (415)356-2461; E-mail: [email protected]

Two $1500 awards for residents of Northern or Central California and Nevada who are currently enrolled sophomore, junior or senior students studying or researching Japanese culture, language, or Japan-U.S. relations. Must attend an award ceremony in August.

Title of Award:
Japan Studies Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Foreign Language; Social Sciences; International Studies

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $2,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript.

Deadline for Receipt:
5/7.

Apply to:
Ms. Takahashi, Senior Education Coordinator, 415-356-2461, [email protected].

3281
KENTUCKY HIGHER EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AUTHORITY (KHEAA)

PO Box 798
Frankfort, KY 40602-0798
Tel: (502)696-7393; Fax: (502)696-7373; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.kheaa.com

Scholarship with conditional service commitment for part-time students currently employed by participating ECD facility or providing training in ECD for an approved organization.

Title of Award:
Early Childhood Development Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Child and Family Studies

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
990 scholarship(s), totaling $678,600.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 900. Maximum no. of awards: 1000. Maximum award amount: $1400.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: part-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; resume.

Apply to:
Michael D. Morgan, Student Aid Branch Manager, 502-696-7393, [email protected].

3282
MARIN EDUCATION FUND

1010 B St., Ste. 300
San Rafael, CA 94901
Tel: (415)459-4240; Fax: (415)459-0527; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.marineducationfund.org

Applicant for scholarship must attend one of the Bay Area public universities (California State University, Howard; San Francisco State University; San Jose State University; Sonoma State University; University of California at Berkeley). Must be studying social sciences, human services, health-related fields, or public service and have completed at least 30 hours at that university. Must be upper division student, demonstrate financial need and high academic achievement. Preference given to women, recent immigrants, and students of color. Minimum 3.2 GPA required.

Title of Award:
Goldman Family Fund, New Leader Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences; Therapy/Rehabilitation; Social Services; Nursing; Dental Health/Services; Food Science/Nutrition; Health Administration; Health and Medical Sciences; Health Information Management/Technology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
University

Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $5000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; interview; financial need analysis; proof of enrollment.

Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, 415-459-4240, [email protected].

3283
NATIONAL BLACK POLICE ASSOCIATION

3251 Mt. Pleasant St., NW
2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20010
Tel: (202)986-2070; Fax: (202)986-0410; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.blackpolice.org

One-time award available to students interested in law enforcement or related fields. Must be a graduating high school senior accepted into a college or university and have at least a 2.5 GPA.

Title of Award:
Alphonso Deal Scholarship Award

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Services; Social Sciences; Law Enforcement/Police Administration; Law/Legal Services; Criminal Justice/Criminology

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
5 scholarship(s), totaling $2,500.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
6/1.

Apply to:
Ronald E. Hampton, Executive Director, 202-986-2070, [email protected].

3284
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH

NIH Office of Loan Repayment and Scholarships
2 Center Dr., MSC 0230
Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
Tel: 800-528-7689; Fax: (301)480-3123; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://ugsp.info.nih.gov

The NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program offers competitive scholarships to exceptional students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to biomedical, behavioral and social science research careers at the NIH. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or qualified permanent residents and have a minimum 3.5 GPA.

Title of Award:
NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Students from Disadvantaged Backgrounds

Area, Field, or Subject:
Biology; Health and Medical Sciences; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
15 scholarship(s).

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Maximum no. of awards: 20. Maximum award amount: $20000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
2/28.

Apply to:
Scholarship Contact Person, 800-528-7689, [email protected].

3285
NEW JERSEY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE

Beck Hall, Room 215, 99 Ave. E
Livingston Campus
Piscataway, NJ 08854
Tel: (908)737-3668; Fax: (908)737-3666; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.njas.org

Selected New Jersey high school student research proposals will be funded up to $100 for materials. Scientific proposal must describe an originally designed experiment that will be conducted. These students must orally present the results of their research at the State Junior Academy Annual Meeting.

Title of Award:
New Jersey Academy of Science Research Grants-in-Aid to High School Students

Area, Field, or Subject:
Biology; Chemical Engineering; Computer Science/Data Processing; Earth Science; Engineering/Technology; Health and Medical Sciences; Mechanical Engineering; Meteorology/Atmospheric Science; Natural Sciences; Physical Sciences and Math; Science, Technology, and Society; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
22 grant(s), totaling $1,540.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 15. Maximum no. of awards: 30. Minimum award amount: $30. Maximum award amount: $100.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; reference(s); entry in a contest; proposal of scientific work to be completed.

Deadline for Receipt:
11/1.

Apply to:
Dr. Laura Lorentzen, Chairperson, Grants-in-Aid Program, 908-737-3668, [email protected].

3286
NEW MEXICO COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION

1068 Cerrillos Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Tel: (505)827-4026; Fax: (505)476-6511; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.nmche.org

Renewable loans for New Mexico residents enrolled in an undergraduate allied health program. Loans can be forgiven through service in a medically underserved area or can be repaid. Penalties apply for failure to provide service. May borrow up to $12,000 per year for four years.

Title of Award:
Allied Health Student Loan Program-New Mexico

Area, Field, or Subject:
Health and Medical Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Nursing; Social Sciences; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 40. Maximum award amount: $12000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; FAFSA.

Deadline for Receipt:
7/1.

Apply to:
Student Help Line, 505-827-4026, [email protected].

3287
PARAPSYCHOLOGY FOUNDATION

PO Box 1562
New York, NY 10021-0043
Tel: (212)628-1550; Fax: (212)628-1559; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.parapsychology.org

Applicants must show an academic interest in the science of parapsychology through research, term papers, and courses for which credit was received. Those with only a general interest will not be considered. Visit Web site for additional information.

Title of Award:
Eileen J. Garrett Scholarship for Parapsychological Research

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $3,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $3000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
7/15.

Apply to:
Lisette Coly, Vice President, 212-628-1550, [email protected].

3288
PARAPSYCHOLOGY FOUNDATION

PO Box 1562
New York, NY 10021-0043
Tel: (212)628-1550; Fax: (212)628-1559; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.parapsychology.org

An annual incentive award to promote the research of an undergraduate or graduate student who shows dedication to work within parapsychology. For more details see Web site: http://www.parapsychology.org.

Title of Award:
Charles T. and Judith A. Tart Student Incentive

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s).

Deadline for Receipt:
11/15.

Apply to:
Lisette Coly, Vice President, 212-628-1550, [email protected].

3289
ALBERT SCHWEITZER FELLOWSHIP

330 Brookline Ave.
Boston, MA 02215
Web Site: http://www.schweitzerfellowship.org

The Boston Schweitzer Fellows Program offers year-long community service fellowships to students enrolled in health-related degree programs. Fellows carry out health related projects of at least 200 hours in collaboration with a local community agency, attend an orientation and monthly meetings, and help organize public symposia on health. Interview is required of those applicants who pass the first screening.

Title of Award:
Boston Schweitzer Fellows Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Animal/Veterinary Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Education; Food Science/Nutrition; Health Administration; Health and Medical Sciences; Health Information Management/Technology; Law/Legal Services; Nursing; Religion/Theology; Social Services; Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
30 fellowship(s), totaling $60,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 25. Maximum no. of awards: 30. Minimum award amount: $2000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: interview; essay; reference(s); resume.

Deadline for Receipt:
1/15.

3290
SOCIETY FOR APPLIED ANTHROPOLOGY

PO Box 2436
Oklahoma City, OK 73101
Tel: (405)843-5113; Fax: (405)843-8553; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.sfaa.net

Travel grants of $500 are available for students to attend the annual meeting of the Society. The Society seeks to achieve greater diversity in its programs and activities, and the award is directed toward increasing the participation of African Americans in the annual meeting program. For more details see Web site: http://www.sfaa.net

Title of Award:
Del Jones Memorial Travel Award

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 grant(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: African American.

Application Requirements:
Required: entry in a contest; paper abstract and written statement.

Deadline for Receipt:
1/23.

Apply to:
Program Director, 405-843-5113, [email protected].

3291
SOCIETY FOR APPLIED ANTHROPOLOGY

PO Box 2436
Oklahoma City, OK 73101
Tel: (405)843-5113; Fax: (405)843-8553; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.sfaa.net

Prize awarded for SFAA's annual student research competition in the applied social and behavioral sciences. The issue of research question should be in the domain of health care or human services (broadly construed). The winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of $1000, a crystal trophy, and travel funds to attend the annual meeting of the SFAA. For more details, see Web site at http://www.sfaa.net

Title of Award:
Peter Kong-Ming New Student Prize

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences; Health and Medical Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 prize(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $100. Maximum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: entry in a contest; manuscript.

Deadline for Receipt:
12/31.

Apply to:
Program Director, 405-843-5113, [email protected].

3292
SOCIETY FOR APPLIED ANTHROPOLOGY

PO Box 2436
Oklahoma City, OK 73101
Tel: (405)843-5113; Fax: (405)843-8553; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.sfaa.net

Two travel grants of $500 are awarded to students who meet the eligibility qualifications. The awards are for the students to attend and participate in the SFAA annual meeting. The award's purpose is to further the maturation of students in the social sciences, both intellectually and practically. For more details, see Web site: http://www.sfaa.net.

Title of Award:
Edward H. and Rosamund B. Spicer Travel Award

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Sciences

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 prize(s), totaling $1,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $500.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: entry in a contest; paper abstract and written statement.

Deadline for Receipt:
1/23.

Apply to:
Program Director, 405-843-5113, [email protected].

3293
SOUTHWEST STUDENT SERVICES CORPORATION

PO Box 41595
Mesa, AZ 85274
Tel: (480)461-6566; Fax: (480)461-6595; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.sssc.com

Three $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to undergraduate students of junior or senior standing who are pursuing a program of study in Education, Social Sciences, or the Health Sciences, at designated Arizona institutions.

Title of Award:
Anne Lindeman Memorial Scholarship

Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Social Sciences; Social Services; Nursing; Biology; Dental Health/Services; Food Science/Nutrition; Health and Medical Sciences; Special Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University

Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
3 scholarship(s), totaling $3,000.

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $1000.

Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume.

Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.

Apply to:
Linda Walker, Community Outreach Representative, 480-461-6566, [email protected].

3294
SUNSHINE LADY FOUNDATION, INC.

4900 Randall Parkway
Ste. H
Wilmington, NC 28403
Tel: (910)397-7742; Fax: (910)397-0023; E-mail: [email protected]; Web Site: http://www.sunshineladyfdn.org

Scholarship for workers in the field of domestic violence. Minimum one year working in the field of DV; employer recommendation required. For further information view Web site: http://www.sunshineladyfdn.org.

Title of Award:
Counselor, Advocate, and Support Staff Scholarship Program

Area, Field, or Subject:
Social Services; Accounting; Business/Consumer Services; Child and Family Studies; Women's Studies; Psychology; Social Sciences; Therapy/Rehabilitation

Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University

Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 50. Maximum award amount: $4000.

Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to employees or relatives of employees within the following industries: human services.

Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay; reference(s).

Apply to:
Nancy Soward, Program Director, 910-397-7742, [email protected].