Scholarships, Fellowships, Grants & Loans: General (513 ■ Cook Inlet Region, Inc. - 1025 ■ Massachusetts of Student Financial Assistance)

513 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate studies to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees to Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: CIRI Foundation Semester Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 202 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per semester. Duration: 1 semester; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees to CIRI under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their lineal descendants. There are no Alaska residency requirements or age limitations. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled full time in a 2-year, 4-year, or graduate degree program. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: May or November of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

514 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for professional preparation after high school to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees to the Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: CIRI Foundation Vocational Training Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 12 of these grants were awarded. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $3,000 per calendar year. Duration: 1 quarter; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees to CIRI under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their lineal descendants. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be able to document the availability of employment upon completion of the training. They must be accepted or enrolled part or full time in a technical skills certificate or degree program, such as (but not limited to) craft/trade, automotive technology, office occupations, and computer technology. Alaska residency is not required. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: March, June, September, or November of each year.

515 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate studies to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees to Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: Howard Keck/Westmin Endowment Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3 of these scholarships (1 at $7,000 per year and 2 at $2,000 per semester) were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $9,000 per year, $7,000 per year, or $2,000 per semester, depending on GPA. Duration: 1 year (2 semesters).
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees to CIRI under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their lineal descendants. There are no Alaska residency requirements or age limitations. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled full time in a 2-year undergraduate, 4-year undergraduate, or graduate degree program. They may be studying in any field but must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This fund was established in 1986. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

516 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate studies to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees of the Kenai Natives Association (KNA) and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: Kenai Natives Association Scholarship and Grant Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per semester. Duration: 1 semester; recipients must reapply each semester.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees of KNA under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their lineal descendants. There are no Alaska residency requirements or age limitations. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled full time in a 2-year, 4-year, or graduate degree program or technical skills training program. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: Applications for scholarships (for academic study) must be submitted by May or November of each year. Applications for grants (for vocational or technical programs) are due by March, June, September, or November of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1989. Funds are provided by the KNA and the Tanaina Corporation with matching funds from the CIRI Foundation. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

517 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for professional preparation after high school to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees or descendants of the Ninilchik Native Association.
Title of Award: Ninilchik Native Association Scholarship and Vocational Grant Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per semester for the general scholarship or up to $2,000 per year for the vocational technical grant. Funds are to be used for tuition, university fees, books, required class supplies, and campus housing and meal plans for students who must live away from their permanent home to attend college. Checks are sent directly to the recipient's school. Duration: 1 semester for the general scholarship and 1 calendar year for the vocational technical grant; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) Alaska Native enrollees of the Ninilchik Native Association under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and 2) their lineal descendants. Proof of eligibility must be submitted. There is no residency requirement. Applicants for the scholarships must be accepted or enrolled full time in an accredited or otherwise approved postsecondary college or university; applicants for the grants may be enrolled either part or full time in a technical skills certificate or degree program such as (but not limited to) craft/trade, automotive technology, office occupations, and computer technology. All applicants should have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: May or November of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1987. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

518 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate study to Alaska Natives and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: Howard Rock Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Funds are to be used for tuition, university fees, books, course-required supplies, and (for students who must live away from their permanent home in order to attend college) room and board. Checks are made payable to the student and the university and are sent directly to the student's university. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees or lineal descendants of a regional or village corporation under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 or a member of a tribal organization or other Native organization. The corporation or other Native organization with which the applicant is affiliated must be a current member of Alaska Village Initiatives, Inc. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and must be able to demonstrate financial need. They must be accepted or enrolled full time in a 4-year undergraduate program. Preference is given to third- and fourth-year students. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 1986, is funded by Alaska Village Initiatives, Inc. The CIRI Foundation assumed its administration in 1999. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

519 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate studies to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees of the Salamatof Native Association, Inc. (SNAI) and their spouses and lineal descendants.
Title of Award: Salamatof Native Association, Inc. Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per semester. Funds are to be used for tuition, required fees, books, campus-related room and board, and other direct school-related costs. Duration: 1 year; recipients must reapply each year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees to SNAI under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their spouses and lineal descendants. There are no Alaska residency requirements or age limitations. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled full time in a 2-year, 4-year undergraduate, or graduate degree program. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1992 by the Salamatof Native Association, Inc. which provides funds matched by the CIRI Foundation. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

520 ■ COOK INLET REGION, INC.

Attn: CIRI Foundation
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)263-5582
Free: 800-764-3382
Fax: (907)263-5588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for professional preparation after high school to Alaska Natives who are original enrollees of the Tyonek Native Corporation (TNC) and their lineal descendants.
Title of Award: Tyonek Native Corporation Scholarship and Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 academic scholarships and 1 vocational training grant were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per semester for academic scholarships or $1,500 per year for vocational training grants. Duration: 1 semester; recipients must reapply each semester.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native enrollees to TNC under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) of 1971 and their lineal descendants as well as tribal members of the Native Village of Tyonek. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled full time in an accredited or otherwise approved postsecondary college, university, or technical skills education program. They must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Selection is based on academic achievement, rigor of course work or degree program, quality of a statement of purpose, student financial contribution, financial need, grade level, previous work performance, education and community activities, letters of recommendation, seriousness of purpose, and practicality of educational and professional goals. Deadline for Receipt: Applications for scholarships (for academic study) must be submitted by May or November of each year. Applications for grants (for vocational or technical programs) are due by March, June, September, or November of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1989. Funds are provided equally by the TNC and the CIRI Foundation. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

521 ■ COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC.

Attn: Tribal Scholarships and Grants Program
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)265-5904; 877-985-5900
Fax: (907)561-3755
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance to Alaska Native shareholders of the Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and their descendants who are working on an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Title of Award: Cook Inlet Tribal Council Tribal Higher Education Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year, depending on the availability of funds. Funds Available: This program provides supplementary matching financial aid. Awards are intended to be applied to tuition, fees, course-required books and supplies, and on-campus housing and meal plans only. Total funding over a lifetime educational career is limited to $15,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years if the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Native shareholders of CIRI and their descendants, regardless of residence, who are enrolled or planning to enroll full time at an accredited college, university, or vocational training facility. Applicants must be working on a certificate, associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree. Along with their application they must submit a letter of reference, a 200-word statement of purpose, their Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB), a letter of acceptance from the school, transcripts, their Student Aid Report, a budget forecast, and (for males) documentation of Selective Service registration. Awards are presented on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funds are available. Deadline for Receipt: June or each year for fall; November of each year for spring. Additional Information: Students whose CDIB gives their village as Tyonek, Kenai, Ninilchik, Knik, or Salamatof must apply directly to their village organization.

522 ■ COOK INLET TRIBAL COUNCIL, INC.

Attn: Tribal Scholarships and Grants Program
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907)265-5904; 877-985-5900
Fax: (907)561-3755
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.thecirifoundation.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for vocational training to Native Americans who reside in the Cook Inlet Region of Alaska.
Title of Award: Cook Inlet Tribal Council Tribal Training Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year, depending on the availability of funds. Funds Available: The grant is $500. Duration: Each recipient is eligible for only 2 grants in a lifetime.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Alaska Natives, American Indians, and Native Hawaiians residing within the Cook Inlet Region. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of short-term certification or vocational training for job enhancement and/or employability. Along with their application they must submit a verification of residency, their Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) or proof of tribal enrollment, proof of income, a budget forecast, and (for males) documentation of Selective Service registration. Awards are presented on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funds are available. First-time applicants receive higher priority than repeat applicants. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time.

523 ■ JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION

44115 Woodridge Parkway, Suite 200
Lansdowne, VA 20176-5199
Tel: (703)723-8000
Free: 800-846-9025
Fax: (703)723-8030
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org
To provide financial assistance for college to family members of those directly affected by the events of September 11, 2001.
Title of Award: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation September 11 Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: A total of $1 million was set aside for this program. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds have been disbursed. Funds Available: Grants up to $15,000 per semester are available to help cover tuition, required fees, books, room, board, and other educational costs. Duration: 1 semester. Recipients must reapply each school term.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) dependents and spouses of people killed aboard United Airlines Flight 93, American Airlines Flight 77, American Airlines Flight 11, or United Airlines Flight 175; 2) dependents or spouses of people killed, missing, or permanently disabled at the Pentagon or World Trade Center on September 11, 2001; and 3) dependents and spouses of persons killed in the anthrax attacks of September and October of 2001. Applicants must be working on an undergraduate degree at a 2-year, 4-year, technical, or trade school in the United States. Along with their application, they must submit documentation of financial need and (if appropriate) verification of the disability of a parent or spouse. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: This program was first offered in 2002. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

524 ■ JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION

44115 Woodridge Parkway, Suite 200
Lansdowne, VA 20176-5199
Tel: (703)723-8000
Free: 800-498-6478
Fax: (703)723-8030
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org
To provide financial assistance to students at 2-year colleges planning to transfer to a 4-year college or university in the United States or abroad.
Title of Award: Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Approximately 25 each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $30,000 per year are provided. Funds are paid directly to the institution. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until completion of an undergraduate degree, as long as the fellow continues to meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are currently enrolled as sophomores at accredited U.S.community or 2-year colleges (or who graduated from such a college within the past 5 years). Candidates must be interested in transferring to a full-time baccalaureate program at an accredited college or university in the United States or abroad. They must be nominated by their college and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Selection is based on academic ability and achievement, critical thinking ability, financial need, will to succeed, leadership and public service, and appreciation for and participation in the arts and humanities. appreciation for and participation in the arts and humanities. Deadline for Receipt: Campus faculty representatives must submit applications by January of each year. Additional Information: This program was first offered in 2002. Information is also available from the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship Program, 301 ACT Drive, P.O. Box 4030, Iowa City, IA 52243, E-mail: [email protected].

525 ■ COOPERATIVE BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP OF FLORIDA

Attn: Education Ministry Committee
P.O. Box 2556
Lakeland, FL 33806-2556
Tel: (863)682-6802
Fax: 888-241-CBFF
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.floridacbf.org/fl
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) of Florida.
Title of Award: Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Florida Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified; Religion Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to CBF members in Florida, including both clergy and laity. Applicants must be proposing to participate in an official educational endeavor that will enhance their ministry. The activity may be overtly religious or secular as long as the recipient will use the education to enhance a ministry within the Baptist community of faith. Applications are accompanied by 2 brochures, entitled "You Grew Up In a Baptist Church but Do You Still Belong?" and "The Southern Baptist Convention & the Cooperative Baptist FellowshipWhy It Matters Where You Serve the Lord." Applicants must submit their reaction to those brochures. They must also demonstrate financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

526 ■ COORS HISPANIC EMPLOYEE NETWORK

Attn: Grace Valdez
P.O. Box 1454
Golden, CO 80401
Tel: (303)277-5258
Fax: (303)277-5568
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Colorado who are of Hispanic descent.
Title of Award: CHEN Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be Colorado residents, be of Hispanic heritage, be high school seniors, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be planning to attend college after graduation. Selection is based on academic record, financial need, and educational plans. To apply, students must submit a signed application, a personal statement, a transcript, and 2 letters of recommendation. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1991.

527 ■ CORNHUSKER STATE GAMES

Trabert Hall
2202 South 11th Street
P.O. Box 82411
Lincoln, NE 68501
Tel: (402)471-2544
Free: 800-30-GAMES
Fax: (402)471-9712
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cornhuskerstategames.com
To provide financial assistance for college to athletes who participate in the Cornhusker State Games in Nebraska.
Title of Award: Gallup Organization/Cornhusker State Games Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to athletes who participate in the summer Cornhusker State Games. All residents of Nebraska are eligible to participate in the games if they have resided in Nebraska for at least 30 days prior to the competition and have amateur status in the sport in which they compete. High school athletes must abide by the rules of the Nebraska School Activities Association. College athletes must abide by national collegiate rules. Participants who are high school graduates (including members of the current graduating class) are eligible for these scholarships. Selection is based on academic honors (15 points), athletic achievements (15 points), other activities (10 points), and an essay of 200 words or less in which they outline their educational objectives (20 points), career goals (20 points), and what this scholarship means to them (20 points). Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships are sponsored by The Gallup Organization. Recipients must attend a postsecondary educational institution in Nebraska.

528 ■ COUNCIL OF CITIZENS WITH LOW VISION INTERNATIONAL

c/o Pat Beattie, President
906 North Chambliss Street
Alexandria, VA 22312-3005
Tel: (703)578-6513
Free: 800-733-2258
Fax: (703)671-9053
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cclvi.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students with low vision.
Title of Award: Fred Scheigert Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be certified by an ophthalmologist as having low vision (acuity of 20/70 or worse in the better seeing eye with best correction or side vision with a maximum diameter of no greater than 30 degrees). They may be part-time or full-time entering freshmen, undergraduates, or graduate students. A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 is required. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Imogene Johnson, 5311 "B" Street, Little Rock, AR 72205-3509.

529 ■ COURAGE CENTER

Attn: Vocational Services
3915 Golden Valley Road
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Tel: (763)520-0553; 888-8-INTAKE
Fax: (763)520-0392
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.courage.org
To provide financial assistance for college to Minnesota residents who have a disability.
Title of Award: Courage Center Scholarship for People with Disabilities Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are residents of Minnesota or have received Courage Center services. Applicants must have a sensory impairment or physical disability and a desire to gain technical expertise beyond high school. Along with their application, they must submit a concise essay that reflects their educational aspirations, career goals, and how a scholarship will help meet their needs. Selection is based on that essay, employment history, honors and awards, leadership experience, and financial need. Graduation ranking is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

530 ■ CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION

Attn: President
6931 Arlington Road, Suite 200
Bethesda, MD 20814
Tel: (301)951-4422
Free: 800-FIGHT
Fax: (301)951-6378
Web Site: http://www.cysticfibrosis.com
To provide financial assistance to graduate students who have cystic fibrosis (CF).
Title of Award: Willard Bernbaum Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduate students who have CF. Applicants must submit a 1-page letter describing their educational program and financial need.

531 ■ CYSTIC FIBROSIS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

2814 Grant Street
Evanston, IL 60201
Tel: (847)328-0127
Fax: (847)328-0127
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cfscholarship.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who have cystic fibrosis.
Title of Award: Cystic Fibrosis Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 49 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are sent directly to the student's institution to be used for tuition, books, room, and board. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students enrolled or planning to enroll in college (either a 2-year or a 4-year program) or vocational school. Applicants must have cystic fibrosis. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships were first awarded for 2002.

532 ■ CZECH CULTURAL CENTER

Attn: Scholarship Coordinator
4920 San Jacinto Street
Houston, TX 77004
Tel: (713)528-2060
Fax: (713)528-2017
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.czechcenter.org
To provide financial assistance for college to students of Czech descent.
Title of Award: Mary Karele Milligan Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students currently enrolled at a 4-year college or university. Applicants must be born of Czech parentage (at least 1 parent), be able to identify and communicate with the Czech community, be U.S. citizens, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

533 ■ DALLAS STARS FOUNDATION

2601 Avenue of the Stars
Frisco, TX 75034
Tel: (214)387-5526
Fax: (214)387-5610
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dallasstars.com/community/educationscholarship.jsp
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Texas who have been active in athletics.
Title of Award: Bob Gainey Honorary Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,250 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient's institution. Duration: 4 years, provided the recipient maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Texas who have been an active member of 1 or more of their school's athletic teams. Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited U.S. 2- or 4-year college or university as a full-time student. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and an SAT score of 1000 or higher or an ACT score of 24 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an essay, up to 500 words in length, on the qualities that distinguish them from other applicants and explaining their career plans and goals. Selection is based on academic achievement, community and extracurricular involvement, and financial need. U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The Dallas Stars, a National Hockey League team, established this program in 2004.

534 ■ DANISH SISTERHOOD OF AMERICA

Attn: Lizette Burtis, Scholarship Chair
3020 Santa Juanita Court
Santa Rosa, CA 95405-8219
Tel: (707)539-1884
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.danishsisterhood.org/rschol.asp
To provide financial assistance for educational purposes in the United States or Denmark to members or relatives of members of the Danish Sisterhood of America.
Title of Award: Betty Hansen National Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Up to 8 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members or the family of members of the sisterhood who are interested in attending an accredited 4-year college or university as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student. Members must have belonged to the sisterhood for at least 1 year. Selection is based on academic excellence (at least a 2.5 GPA). Upon written request, the scholarship may be used for study in Denmark. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

535 ■ DATATEL SCHOLARS FOUNDATION

4375 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033
Tel: (703)968-9000
Free: 800-486-4332
Fax: (703)968-4573
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.datatel.com
To provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors, continuing college students, and graduate students who will be studying at a Datatel client school and are veterans, veterans' dependents, or refugees from southeast Asia.
Title of Award: Angelfire Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 10 of these scholarships were awarded: 7 at $2,400, 2 at $1,600, and 1 at $1,000. Funds Available: Stipends are $2,400, $1,600, or $1,000, depending upon the cost of undergraduate tuition at the participating institution. Funds are paid directly to the institution. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) veterans who served in the Asian theater (Vietnam, Cambodia, or Laos) between 1964 and 1975; 2) their spouses and children; 3) refugees from Vietnam, Cambodia, or Laos; and 4) veterans who served in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and/or Operation Iraqi Freedom. Applicants must attend a Datatel client college or university during the upcoming school year. They must first apply to their institution, which selects 2 semifinalists and forwards their applications to the sponsor. Along with they application, they must include a 1,000-word personal statement that discusses how the conflict has affected them personally, summarizes how the conflict has impacted their educational goals, and describes how being awarded this scholarship will help them achieve their goals. Selection is based on the quality of the personal statement (40%), academic merit (30%), achievements and civic involvement (20%), and 2 letters of recommendation (10%). Deadline for Receipt: Students must submit online applications to their institution or organization by January of each year. Additional Information: Datatel, Inc. produces advanced information technology solutions for higher education. It has more than 470 client sites in the United States and Canada. This scholarship was created to commemorate those who lost their lives in Vietnam or Iraq and is named after a memorial administered by the Disabled American Veterans Association in Angelfire, New Mexico.

536 ■ DATATEL SCHOLARS FOUNDATION

4375 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033
Tel: (703)968-9000
Free: 800-486-4332
Fax: (703)968-4573
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.datatel.com
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students returning to school who will be studying at a Datatel client institution.
Title of Award: Datatel Scholars Foundation Returning Student Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 50 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Funds are paid directly to the institution. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are returning to school after an absence of 5 years or longer. Applicants must attend a Datatel client college or university during the upcoming school year. They must first apply to their institution, which selects 1 semifinalist and forwards the application to the sponsor. Along with their application, they must include a 1,000-word personal statement that discusses the impact of being a returning student, the challenges of combining life interests (such as work and family) along with school, and the importance of receiving this scholarship to help achieve a dream. Selection is based on the quality of the personal statement (40%), academic merit (30%), achievements and civic involvement (20%), and 2 letters of recommendation (10%). Deadline for Receipt: Students must submit online applications to their institution or organization by January of each year. Additional Information: Datatel, Inc. produces advanced information technology solutions for higher education. It has more than 470 client sites in the United States and Canada.

537 ■ DATATEL SCHOLARS FOUNDATION

4375 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033
Tel: (703)968-9000
Free: 800-486-4332
Fax: (703)968-4573
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.datatel.com
To provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors, continuing college students, or graduate students who will be studying at a Datatel client school.
Title of Award: Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 225 of these scholarships (totaling $375,000) were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends are $2,400, $1,600, or $1,000, depending upon the cost of undergraduate tuition at the participating institution. Funds are paid directly to the institution. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students who will attend a Datatel client college or university during the upcoming school year. Applicants must first apply to their institution, which selects 2 semifinalists and forwards their application to the sponsor. Along with their application, they must include a 1,000-word personal statement that summarizes their educational goals and objectives, where they have been as an individual, and where they hope their education will take them. Selection is based on the quality of the personal statement (40%), academic merit (30%), achievements and civic involvement (20%), and 2 letters of recommendation (10%). Deadline for Receipt: Students must submit online applications to their institution or organization by January of each year. Additional Information: Datatel, Inc. produces advanced information technology solutions for higher education. It has more than 470 client sites in the United States and Canada.

538 ■ DATATRAC INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
14120 Newbrook Drive, Suite 200
Chantilly, VA 20151
Tel: (703)817-9700
Fax: (703)817-9791
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.datatrac-dc.com
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area who plan to attend a 2-year college or trade school.
Title of Award: Folsom Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Two Year College, Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Residents of Maryland and Virginia must be planning to attend a 2-year accredited institution, certification or licensure program, or trade school in their state of residency; residents of Washington D.C. may attend a similar institution in the area. Students planning to attend a 4-year college or university are not eligible. Applicants must submit brief essays on their financial need and their personal goals. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

539 ■ DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION-COLORADO STATE SOCIETY

c/o Marilyn Fishburn, State Scholarship Chair
1546 West 28th Street
Loveland, CO 80538
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.coloradodar.org/scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to adults in Colorado who are interested in returning to college after an interruption.
Title of Award: Colorado State Society Adult Education Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the student's school. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are Colorado residents who are interested in returning to college after an interruption; high school seniors are not eligible to apply. Applicants must be American citizens and accepted at an accredited Colorado college or university. They must submit a completed application, a statement of career interest and goals (up to 500 words), 2 character references, college transcripts, a letter of sponsorship from the Daughters of the American Revolution's Colorado chapter, and a list of scholastic achievements, extracurricular activities, honors, and other significant accomplishments. Selection is based on financial need and academic record. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

540 ■ DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION-NEW YORK STATE ORGANIZATION

c/o Layla Voll
311 West 21st Street
New York, NY 10011
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nydar.org/education/whitman.html
To provide financial assistance for college to Native American women in New York.
Title of Award: Olive Whitman Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are at least 50% Native American and graduating seniors at high schools in New York. Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited 4-year college or university in the state. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

541 ■ DAUGHTERS OF THE CINCINNATI

Attn: Scholarship Administrator
122 East 58th Street
New York, NY 10022
Tel: (212)319-6915
Web Site: http://fdncenter.org/grantmaker/cincinnati
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors who are the daughters of active-duty, deceased, or retired military officers.
Title of Award: Daughters of the Cincinnati Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 12 each year. Funds Available: Scholarship amounts vary but generally range from $1,000 to $3,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the college of the student's choice. Duration: Scholarships are awarded annually and may be renewed up to 3 additional years while recipients are studying at an accredited college and are in good standing.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are the daughters of career commissioned officers of the regular Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Marine Corps on active duty, deceased, or retired. Applicants must submit an official school transcript, SAT or ACT scores, a letter of recommendation, and documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Scholarships are tenable at the college of the recipient's choice. This program was originally established in 1906.

542 ■ DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

Attn: Daughters of Penelope Foundation, Inc.
1909 Q Street, N.W., Suite 500
Washington, DC 20009-1007
Tel: (202)234-9741
Fax: (202)483-6983
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ahepa.org/dop/foundation.html
To provide financial assistance for college to women of Greek descent.
Title of Award: Daughters of Penelope Past Grand President's Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who have been members of the Daughters of Penelope or the Maids of Athena for at least 2 years, or whose parents or grandparents have been members of the Daughters of Penelope or the Order of Ahepa for at least 2 years. Applicants must be 1) high school seniors or recent high school graduates applying to a college, university, or accredited technical school, or 2) current undergraduates at the college level. They must have taken the SAT or ACT (or Canadian, Greek, or Cypriot equivalent) and must write an essay (in English) about their educational and vocational goals. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Helen Santire, National Scholarship Chair, P.O. Box 19709, Houston, TX 77242-9709, (713) 468-6531, E-mail: [email protected].

543 ■ DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

Attn: Daughters of Penelope Foundation, Inc.
1909 Q Street, N.W., Suite 500
Washington, DC 20009-1007
Tel: (202)234-9741
Fax: (202)483-6983
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ahepa.org/dop/foundation.html
To provide financial assistance for college to women of Greek descent.
Title of Award: Daughters of Penelope Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 13 of these scholarships were awarded: 2 at $1,500 and 11 at $1,000. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,500 or $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who have been members of the Daughters of Penelope or the Maids of Athena for at least 2 years, or whose parents or grandparents have been members of the Daughters of Penelope or the Order of Ahepa for at least 2 years. Applicants must be 1) high school seniors or recent high school graduates applying to a college, university, or accredited technical school, or 2) current undergraduates at the college level. They must have taken the SAT or ACT (or Canadian, Greek, or Cypriot equivalent) and must write an essay (in English) about their educational and vocational goals. Selection is based on academic merit only. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the following endowed awards: the Daughters of Penelope Past Grand Presidents' Memorial Scholarship, the Kottis Family Scholarship, the Mary M. Verges Scholarship, the Joanne V. Hologgitas, Ph.D. Scholarship, the Eos No. 1 Mother Lodge Chapter Scholarship, and the Paula J. Alexander Memorial Scholarship. Information is also available from Helen Santire, National Scholarship Chair, P.O. Box 19709, Houston, TX 77242-9709, (713) 468-6531, E-mail: [email protected].

544 ■ DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

Attn: Daughters of Penelope Foundation, Inc.
1909 Q Street, N.W., Suite 500
Washington, DC 20009-1007
Tel: (202)234-9741
Fax: (202)483-6983
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ahepa.org/dop/foundation.html
To provide financial assistance for college to women of Greek descent.
Title of Award: Alexandra Apostolides Sonenfeld Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who have been members of the Daughters or Penelope or the Maids of Athena for at least 2 years, or whose parents or grandparents have been members of the Daughters of Penelope or the Order of Ahepa for at least 2 years. Applicants must be 1) high school seniors or recent high school graduates applying to a college, university, or accredited technical school, or 2) current undergraduates at the college level. They must have taken the SAT or ACT (or Canadian, Greek, or Cypriot equivalent) and must write an essay (in English) about their educational and vocational goals. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Helen Santire, National Scholarship Chair, P.O. Box 19709, Houston, TX 77242-9709, (713) 468-6531, E-mail: [email protected].

545 ■ DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE-DISTRICT 2

c/o Bessie Adams
5155 Isla Key Boulevard, Number 206
St. Petersburg, FL 33715
Web Site: http://www.ahepad2.org/scholarships/daughtersScholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to women who are residents of Florida or the Bahamas and members of organizations affiliated with the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA).
Title of Award: Daughters of Penelope Citrus District 2 Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are residents of Citrus District 2 (Florida and the Bahamas) and high school seniors, undergraduates, or graduate students with a high school or college GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must have been a member of the Maids of Athena for at least 2 years or have an immediate family member who has belonged to the Daughters of Penelope or Order of Ahepa for at least 2 years. They must submit a personal essay of 200 to 500 words to give the selection committee a sense of their goals and personal effort. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the Past District Governors/Julie P. Microutsicos Scholarship.

546 ■ DECA

1908 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1594
Tel: (703)860-5000
Fax: (703)860-4013
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.deca.org/student.html
To provide financial assistance for college to DECA members who are also members of the National Technical Honors Society (NTHS) and interested in attending a career or technical school.
Title of Award: National Technical Honor Society Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are members of both DECA and NTHS. Applicants must be interested in continuing with career and technical education after graduating from high school. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page essay on what technical education means to them and how being a member of DECA and NTHS has contributed to their school performance and future career plans. Selection is based on academic achievement, skill development, leadership, honesty, responsibility, good character, and involvement in DECA. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the NTHS.

547 ■ DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY

Attn: SSP
1300 E Avenue
Fort Lee, VA 23801-1800
Tel: (804)734-8134
Fax: (804)734-8248
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.militaryscholar.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of veterans and military personnel.
Title of Award: Scholarships for Military Children Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 scholarship is allocated for each of the commissaries worldwide operated by the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to sons and daughters of U.S. military ID card holders, including active duty, retirees, Guard/Reserves and survivors of deceased members, who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a college or university. The eligibility of applicants, including survivors of deceased members, is based on the DoD ID Card Directive, which provides for eligibility up to 21 years of age or 23 if still enrolled as a full-time student. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and write a short essay on "What Being a Military Dependent Means to Me." Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 2001, is supported by the Fisher House Foundation. Recipients must enroll as a full-time undergraduate student.

548 ■ DEGREE OF HONOR FOUNDATION

400 Robert Street North, Suite 1600
St. Paul, MN 55101-2029
Tel: (651)228-7600
Free: 800-947-5812
Fax: (651)224-7446
Web Site: http://www.degreeofhonor.com/pages/Scholar.html
To provide financial assistance to high school senior members of Degree of Honor who wish to attend college.
Title of Award: Degree of Honor Higher Education Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 13 students received these scholarships, including 3 who received Teens with a Heart Scholarships. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Recipients of Teens With a Heart Scholarships are awarded an additional $500 scholarship.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who have been insured with Degree of Honor for at least 2 years and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Additional funding is provided to students who have also completed the Fraternal Heart (or "Teens With a Heart") Program. Applicants must submit an affirmation of their acceptance of Christian beliefs and other Degree of Honor principles; information on their Degree of Honor and other community service activities; a statement of what they enjoy most about their volunteer involvement; a list of hobbies, talents, or interests; an essay on their anticipated areas of study and career goals; and a description of their leadership qualities and positions held. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 1959. Degree of Honor is a fraternal insurance society licensed to operate in 23 states: Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

549 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/agenda.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to women in Delaware.
Title of Award: Agenda for Delaware Women Trailblazer Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are Delaware residents planning to enroll in a public or private nonprofit college in Delaware as an undergraduate student in the coming year. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Selection is based on financial need (50%) and community and school activities, vision, participation, and leadership (50%). Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

550 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/vets.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to dependents of deceased Delaware veterans and state police officers and members of the armed forces declared prisoners of war or missing in action.
Title of Award: Delaware Educational Benefits for Children of Deceased Veterans and Others Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Eligible students receive full tuition at any state-supported institution in Delaware or, if the desired educational program is not available at a state-supported school, at any private institution in Delaware. If the desired educational program is not offered at either a public or private institution in Delaware, this program pays the full cost of tuition at the out-of-state school the recipient attends. Students who wish to attend a private or out-of-state school even though their program is offered at a Delaware public institution receive the equivalent of the average tuition and fees at the state school, currently set at $525 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for this assistance must have been Delaware residents for 3 years and be the children, between 16 and 24 years of age, of members of the armed forces who were Delaware residents when they entered the services and who 1) were killed while on active duty; 2) died from disease, wounds, injuries, or disabilities suffered as a result of active service; or 3) have been declared prisoners of war or missing in action. Also eligible are children of Delaware State Police Officers who were killed in the line of duty or died as a result of disease, wounds, or disabilities incurred in the pursuit of official duties. Financial need must be demonstrated. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time but at least 4 weeks before the beginning of classes.

551 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/workforce.htm
To provide financial assistance for part-time education to Delaware working adults with financial need.
Title of Award: Delaware Governor's Workforce Development Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Awards up to $2,000 per year are available. Duration: 1 year; renewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Delaware and individuals employed in Delaware who are 18 years of age and older. Applicants must be 1) employed on a part-time basis only by 1 or more employers; 2) employed by a small business (with 100 or fewer employees); 3) employed temporarily or by a temporary staffing agency; or 4) self-employed. Employers must contribute to the Blue Collar Training Fund Program. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need and part-time enrollment in a participating Delaware college or training program. Full-time students and students who receive any other federal or state educational grants are not eligible. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time, but they must be received by the end of the drop/add date at the participating college. Additional Information: Current income limitations are $32,417 per year for a family of 1, rising to $91,260 for a family of 8.

552 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/crosscountry.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Delaware who participate in cross country racing.
Title of Award: Delaware Open Cross Country Championship Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year: 1 is set aside for a female and 1 for a male. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors who are Delaware residents at high schools in the state that are members of the New Castle County Cross Country and Track Coaches Association (N5CTA) and have participated in cross country programs during their junior and senior years. Each member may nominate 1 male and 1 female student. Nominees must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and be planning to enroll full time in a 2- or 4-year program of study at an accredited college or university. Preference is given to students selected as All State, All County, and/or All Catholic. Selection is based on financial need (50%), GPA (25%), SAT scores (15%), and leadership or community activities (10%). Deadline for Receipt: October of each year.

553 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/scip.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate study to Delaware residents with financial need.
Title of Award: Delaware Scholarship Incentive Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 1,500 each year. Funds Available: The amount awarded depends on the need of the recipient but does not exceed the cost of tuition, fees, and books. Currently, the maximum for undergraduates ranges from $700 to $2,200 per year, depending on GPA; the maximum for graduate students is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; renewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Delaware residents who are 1) enrolled full time in an undergraduate degree program at a Delaware or Pennsylvania college or university, or 2) enrolled full time in a graduate degree program at an accredited out-of-state institution or at a private institution in Delaware if their major is not offered at the University of Delaware or Delaware State University. All applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

554 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/diamond.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to Delaware high school seniors with outstanding academic records.
Title of Award: Diamond State Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 50 each year. Funds Available: Awards up to $1,250 per year are available. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who are Delaware residents with a combined score of 1800 on the SAT and who rank in the upper quarter of their class. Applicants must be planning to enroll in an accredited college or university on a full-time basis. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

555 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/firststatemanufactured.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to Delaware residents who live in a manufactured home.
Title of Award: First State Manufactured Housing Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $4,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Delaware residents who have lived in a manufactured home for at least 1 year. Applicants may be planning to pursue any type of accredited training, licensing, or certification program or any accredited degree program. Selection is based on academic record, an essay, recommendations, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

556 ■ DELAWARE HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Carvel State Office Building
820 North French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: (302)577-3240
Free: 800-292-7935
Fax: (302)577-6765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doe.state.de.us/high-ed/portofwilmington.htm
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors and college students in Delaware whose family includes an employee of a company at the Port of Wilmington.
Title of Award: Port of Wilmington Maritime Society Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and continuing/returning college students whose parent, grandparent, or legal guardian is employed by a company at the Port of Wilmington that has contributed at least $500 to the program. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on 1 of the following topics: 1) an opinion that they had to defend and the importance of that challenge; 2) a personal experience, achievement, or risk and its significance in their life; or 3) a book that strongly influenced them. Selection is based on financial need, academic performance, community or school involvement, and leadership ability. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Port of Wilmington, 1 Hausel Road, Wilmington, DE 19801-5852, (302) 472-PORT, Fax: (302) 472-7740.

557 ■ DELAWARE STATE FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS

9 East Loockerman, Suite 314
Dover, DE 19901
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Delaware.
Title of Award: Delaware State Federation of Women's Clubs Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors in Delaware. Applicants must submit a 150-word statement on what they intend to study in college and why, an official high school transcript, recommendations from their school counselor and clergyman, and a letter of sponsorship from the Delaware State Federation of Women's Clubs (local president). Selection is based on career interests, extracurricular activities, work experience, academic record, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Joan Wood, Custodian of Student Funds, 184 Hopewell Drive, Clayton, DE 19938, (302) 659-3044.

558 ■ DELAWARE STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

Attn: DSGA Scholarship Fund, Inc.
7234 Lancaster Pike, Suite 302-B
Hockessin, DE 19707
Tel: (302)234-3365
Fax: (302)234-3359
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dsga.org/Scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of Delaware who have been active in golf.
Title of Award: Delaware State Golf Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, the association awarded 6 4-year scholarships (1 at $4,000, 1 at $2,500, 2 at $2,000, and 2 at $1,000) and 4 1-year scholarships (each at $1,000). Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $4,000 per year for 4 years or $1,000 for 1 year. Duration: 1 year or 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and current college students in Delaware who have been active in golf. Applicants must submit an essay on why they desire this scholarship (including career plans), 2 letters of reference, transcripts, information on financial need, a list of golf accomplishments, and a list of extracurricular activities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available directly from the Delaware State Golf Association Scholarship Fund, 240 West Side Drive, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.

559 ■ MICHAEL & SUSAN DELL FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarships
c/o Weber Shandwick
6555 Sierra Drive
Irving, TX 75039
Tel: (972)830-2526
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dellscholars.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors who have participated in a college readiness program sponsored by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation (MSDF).
Title of Award: Dell Scholars Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 160 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000 per year. Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, and on-campus room and board. With approval of the sponsor, they may also be used for approved internships and study abroad programs. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who have participated in an MSDF approved college readiness program for at least 2 years. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.4 or higher and be able to demonstrate financial need. They must be planning to enroll at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the following fall to work on a bachelor's degree. Selection is based on individual determination to succeed, future goals and plans to achieve them, ability to communicate the hardships they have overcome or currently face, self-motivation in completing challenging course work, and financial need. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 2004, is administered by ACT Recognition Program Services, 500 ACT Drive, P.O. Box 168, Iowa City, IA 52243-0168, (319) 341-2363.

560 ■ DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.-BOSTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 51424
Boston, MA 02205
Web Site: http://www.geocities.com/bostonalumnaechapter/index.html
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors in Massachusetts interested in attending a 4-year college or university.
Title of Award: Boston Alumnae Chapter Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Massachusetts. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement and commitment to community service. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word essay on the following topic: "What skills do you think you will need to be competitive in the 21st century and why? What are you doing now to prepare yourself?" Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The sponsor is the local alumnae chapter of a traditionally African American social sorority. Information is also available from Keitha B. Hassell, (617) 427-6417, or from Sandra Malloy-Blake, (617) 633-5004.

561 ■ DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.-MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL ALUMNAE CHAPTER

Attn: Scholarship Chair
P.O. Box 580709
Minneapolis, MN 55458-0709
Tel: (612)259-1472
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dstmsp.org/new/Scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to African American high school seniors from Minnesota.
Title of Award: Vernetta Wilson Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to African American residents of Minnesota who are high school graduating seniors. Applicants must have been accepted at a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. They must 1) have a GPA of 2.7 or higher; 2) be able to demonstrate financial need; 3) have actively volunteered in community service activities; and 4) be able to demonstrate leadership skills.Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Kimberly Purifoy, (763) 559-9844, E-mail: [email protected].

562 ■ DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.-PROVIDENCE ALUMNAE CHAPTER

Attn: Financial Awards Review Committee
P.O. Box 40175
Providence, RI 02904-0175
Web Site: http://www.dstprovidencealumnae.com
To provide financial assistance for college to African American high school seniors from Rhode Island.
Title of Award: Providence Alumnae Chapter General Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound African American seniors graduating from high schools in Rhode Island. Applicants must submit a current official transcript, letter of recommendation, documentation of financial need, and an essay describing their career goals, community service activities, educational accomplishments, and personal interests and talents. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

563 ■ DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.-WASHINGTON DC ALUMNAE CHAPTER

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 90202
Washington, DC 20090-0202
Web Site: http://www.wdcac.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Washington, D.C.
Title of Award: Washington Alumnae Chapter Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from public and private high schools in Washington, D.C. Applicants must submit an official high school transcript, a copy of their SAT or ACT scores, documentation of financial need, 2 letters of recommendation, and a 1-page autobiographical essay including their academic and career goals, public service involvement, why the scholarship is important, and its expected benefit. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The sponsor is the local alumnae chapter of a traditionally African American social sorority. Information is also available from Norma Bullock, (301) 350-0684, E-mail: [email protected] or from Phyllis Goodman, (202) 526-7057, E-mail: [email protected].

564 ■ DELTA ZETA SORORITY

Attn: Foundation Coordinator
202 East Church Street
Oxford, OH 45056
Tel: (513)523-7597
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.deltazeta.org/pages/content/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for continued undergraduate study to members of Delta Zeta Sorority.
Title of Award: Lavonne Heghinian Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend ranges from $900 to $1,100, depending on the availability of funds. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the sorority who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must submit an official transcript, a statement of their career goals, information on their service to the sorority, documentation of campus activities and/or community involvement, and a list of academic honors. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Preference is given to applicants from southern California. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

565 ■ DELTA ZETA SORORITY

Attn: Foundation Coordinator
202 East Church Street
Oxford, OH 45056
Tel: (513)523-7597
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.deltazeta.org/pages/content/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for continued undergraduate study to members of Delta Zeta Sorority.
Title of Award: Geneva Thornberg Undergraduate Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend ranges from $900 to $1,100, depending on the availability of funds. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the sorority who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must submit an official transcript, a statement of their career goals, information on their service to the sorority, documentation of campus activities and/or community involvement, and a list of academic honors. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

566 ■ DENVER FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarships and Special Projects
950 South Cherry Street, Suite 200
Denver, CO 80246
Tel: (303)300-1790
Fax: (303)300-6547
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.denverfoundation.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students working on a degree in a transportation, logistics, or supply chain program.
Title of Award: Terry L. Priest Educational Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Logistics; Transportation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipend amounts vary each year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in transportation, logistics, and supply chain programs at accredited 4-year colleges and universities. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and be able to demonstrate financial need. They must submit a 2-page personal statement on why they chose to work on a degree in their field, their short- and long-term career goals, and their involvement in the transportation/logistics/supply chain profession or the community in general through clubs, activities, or employment. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

567 ■ DENVER FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarships and Special Projects
950 South Cherry Street, Suite 200
Denver, CO 80246
Tel: (303)300-1790
Fax: (303)300-6547
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.denverfoundation.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors from Colorado who can demonstrate exceptional levels of achievement.
Title of Award: RBC Dain Rauscher Colorado Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends are at least $3,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Colorado who can demonstrate exceptional levels of achievement in such areas as arts, athletics, community service, leadership, or academics. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.75 or higher, a rank in the top 5% of their class, or an SAT score of 1200 or higher or an ACT score of 26. They must have received an acceptance letter from an accredited college, university, or technical school. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership in school and community, personal achievements, significant challenges that have been overcome, and financial need. A personal interview may be required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the securities firm RBC Dain Rauscher.

568 ■ DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
Attn: Rehabilitation Services Administration
400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.,
Washington, DC 20202-2800
Tel: (202)245-7488
Web Site: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/rsa/index.html
To provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities for undergraduate or graduate study pursued as part of their program of vocational rehabilitation.
Title of Award: State Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, more than 1.2 million people (of whom more than 80% have significant disabilities) were participating in this program. Funds Available: Funding for this program is provided by the federal government through grants to state vocational rehabilitation agencies. Grants under the basic support program currently total nearly $2.7 billion per year. States must supplement federal funding with matching funds of 21.3%. Persons who are accepted for vocational rehabilitation by the appropriate state agency receive financial assistance based on the cost of their education and other funds available to them, including their own or family contribution and other sources of financial aid. Allowable costs in most states include tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, board, transportation, personal expenses, child care, and expenses related to disability (special equipment, readers, attendants, interpreters, or notetakers). Duration: Assistance is provided until the disabled person achieves an educational level necessary for employment as provided in the IWRP.
Eligibility Requirements: To be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services, an individual must 1) have a physical or mental impairment that is a substantial impediment to employment; 2) be able to benefit in terms of employment from vocational rehabilitation services; and 3) require vocational rehabilitation services to prepare for, enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment. Priority is given to applicants with the most significant disabilities. Persons accepted for vocational rehabilitation develop an Individualized Written Rehabilitation Program (IWRP) in consultation with a counselor for the vocational rehabilitation agency in the state in which they live. The IWRP may include a program of postsecondary education if the disabled person and counselor agree that such a program will fulfill the goals of vocational rehabilitation. In most cases, the IWRP will provide for postsecondary education only to a level at which the disabled person will become employable, but that may include graduate education if the approved occupation requires an advanced degree as a minimum condition of entry. Students accepted to a program of postsecondary education as part of their IWRP must apply for all available federal, state, and private financial aid. Additional Information: You will need to contact your state vocational rehabilitation agency to apply for this program.

569 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Attn: State Tuition Assistance Director
6848 South Revere Parkway
Englewood, CO 80112-6703
Tel: (303)677-8913
Fax: (303)677-8859
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.coloradoguard.army.mil/webpages/state_tuition.htm
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members of the Colorado National Guard.
Title of Award: Colorado National Guard State Tuition Assistance Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This program provides payment of up to 100% of the in-state tuition at public institutions in Colorado. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed as long as the recipient remains an active member of the Guard and maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Assistance is limited to a total of 132 semester hours.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Colorado National Guard who have completed at least 6 months of military service and are currently in drilling status. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at a public institution of higher education in Colorado to work on an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year for the summer term; June of each year for the fall semester; November of each year for the spring semester. Additional Information: Recipients must serve 1 year in the Guard for each semester or quarter of assistance received.

570 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Delaware Army National Guard
Attn: JFHQ-DE-J1-ES
First Regiment Road
Wilmington, DE 19808-2191
Tel: (302)326-7044
Fax: (302)326-7029
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.delawarenationalguard.com/benefits/education.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Delaware National Guard.
Title of Award: Delaware National Guard Education Assistance Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Participants receive reimbursement of 100% of the tuition at state-supported colleges and universities in Delaware. Students who attend a Delaware private college receive a benefit equal to the average tuition of Delaware postsecondary public institutions. If total funding appropriated by the legislature is insufficient for all qualified applicants, the available funds are distributed among recipients according to a maximum allowable fair percentage formula. Recipients must complete 6 years of satisfactory membership in the Delaware National Guard (before, during, and after participation in the program) or repay the funds received. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed. Guard members are eligible for this assistance only for 10 years after the date on which they begin the first course for which reimbursement was granted.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to active members of the Delaware National Guard who are interested in working on an undergraduate degree at a school in Delaware. Applicants must have made satisfactory progress in their assigned military career field, may not have missed more than 6 periods of scheduled unit training assembly periods in the preceding 12 months, and must have avoided all adverse personnel actions. They must earn a grade of 2.0 or higher in all courses to qualify for tuition reimbursement. Deadline for Receipt: Applications must be submitted within 45 days of completion of the course(s).

571 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Attn: Education Services Officer
82 Marine Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084-5039
Tel: (904)823-0350
Web Site: http://www.dma.state.fl.us
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Florida National Guard.
Title of Award: Florida National Guard Educational Dollars for Duty (EDD) Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The program provides for payment of 100% of tuition and fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed. Guard members may not participate in this program for more than 5 years following the date of eligibility.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Florida National Guard who have enlisted since June 30, 1997. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a state college or university in Florida. Guard members who have a baccalaureate degree, have 15 years or more of total military service creditable towards retirement, or have not completed basic military training are not eligible.

572 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Attn: Education Services Officer
82 Marine Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084-5039
Tel: (904)823-0350
Web Site: http://www.dma.state.fl.us
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Florida National Guard.
Title of Award: Florida National Guard State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP) Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The program provides for payment of 50% of tuition and fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed. Guard members may not participate in this program for more than 10 years following the date of enrollment.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Florida National Guard who enlisted prior to June 30, 1997. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a state college or university in Florida. Guard members who have a baccalaureate degree, have 15 years or more of total military service creditable towards retirement, or have not completed basic military training are not eligible.

573 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Attn: Education Services
Veterans Services Building
20 West 12th Street
St. Paul, MN 55155-2098
Tel: (651)282-4590
Free: 800-657-3848
Fax: (651)282-4694
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dma.state.mn.us/about/education/education.html
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members of the Minnesota National Guard.
Title of Award: Minnesota National Guard Tuition and Textbook Reimbursement Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This program provides reimbursement of a portion of tuition (and textbooks, depending on the school). The funds are sent directly to the individual soldier upon satisfactory completion of course work. The maximum reimbursement is $54 per quarter credit or $81 per semester credit at branches of the University of Minnesota, $37 per quarter credit or $55 per semester credit at state universities, $31 per quarter credit or $46 per semester credit at community and technical colleges, or $1.45 per clock hour for schools that report in clock hours.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for this program are members of the Minnesota Army or Air National Guard, regardless of rank, who are enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students at public colleges or universities in Minnesota (graduate students must be at rank O-3 or below). Reimbursement is provided only for undergraduate courses completed with a grade of "C" or better or for graduate courses completed with a grade of "B" or better.

574 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

Attn: Wisconsin Education Services Office
P.O. Box 8111
Madison, WI 53708-8111
Tel: (608)242-3157
Free: 800-362-7444
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wisconsinguard.com
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Wisconsin National Guard.
Title of Award: Wisconsin National Guard Tuition Grant Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This program offers assistance based on the undergraduate tuition rate of the University of Wisconsin at Madison. It provides for reimbursement of up to $2,627.04 per semester for full-time study. Duration: 8 semesters of full-time study or 120 credits of part-time work.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply for these grants are enlisted members and warrant officers in good standing in the Wisconsin National Guard who wish to work on an undergraduate degree. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an extension division or campus of the University of Wisconsin system, a public institution of higher education under the Minnesota-Wisconsin student reciprocity agreement, a public institution of higher education under a statutorily approved interstate agreement, or an accredited institution of higher education located within Wisconsin.

575 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Attn: Office of Veterans Affairs
P.O. Box 5800
Fort Richardson, AK 99505-5800
Tel: (907)428-6016
Fax: (907)428-6019
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ak-prepared.com/vetaffairs/state_benefits.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to dependents and spouses in Alaska of service members who died or were declared prisoners of war or missing in action.
Title of Award: Alaska Free Tuition for Spouses and Dependents of Armed Services Members Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Those eligible may attend any state-supported educational institution in Alaska without payment of tuition or fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for this benefit are the spouses and dependent children of Alaska residents who died in the line of duty, died of injuries sustained in the line of duty, or were listed by the Department of Defense as a prisoner of war or missing in action. Applicants must be in good standing at a state-supported educational institution in Alaska. Additional Information: Information is available from the financial aid office of state-supported universities in Alaska.

576 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Attn: State Education Officer
2500 South Washington Avenue
Lansing, MI 48913-5101
Tel: (517)483-5685
Free: 800-292-1386
Web Site: http://www.michigan.gov/dmva
To provide financial assistance to members of the Michigan National Guard who are enrolled at designated universities in the state.
Title of Award: Michigan National Guard College Grants and Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the grant varies at each participating institution. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed for a total of 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to all members of the Michigan National Guard who are in good standing with their unit and have completed IADT. Applicants must be enrolled full time at 1 of the following institutions: Baker College, Cleary University, Davenport University, Eastern Michigan University, Ferris State University, Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Kirtland Community College, Lake Superior State University, Lansing Community College, Lawrence Tech University, Mid Michigan Community College, Northern Michigan University, Oakland University, Olivet College, Rochester College, Siena Heights University, Spring Arbor University, University of Detroit Mercy, Walsh College, or Western Michigan University. Additional Information: These grants are in addition to funds received through the Michigan National Guard State Education Reimbursement Program.

577 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Attn: State Education Officer
2500 South Washington Avenue
Lansing, MI 48913-5101
Tel: (517)483-5685
Free: 800-292-1386
Web Site: http://www.michguard.com/education
To reimburse members of the Michigan National Guard for a portion of their postsecondary educational expenses.
Title of Award: Michigan National Guard State Education Reimbursement Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Eligible members are reimbursed up to a maximum of $2,000 per academic year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed for a total of 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to all members of the Michigan National Guard who are in good standing with their unit and have completed IADT. Applicants must be enrolled in a course of instruction that is part of a degree program (undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and certificate) offered by an accredited college, technical college, vocational/trade school, or university in Michigan. They must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Additional Information: This reimbursement is in addition to funds provided at specified Michigan universities through the Michigan National Guard College Grants and Scholarships.

578 ■ DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Attn: Michigan Veterans Trust Fund
2500 South Washington Avenue
Lansing, MI 48913-5101
Tel: (517)483-5469
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.michigan.gov/dmva
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of Michigan veterans who are totally disabled or deceased as a result of service-connected causes.
Title of Award: Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Tuition Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Recipients are exempt from payment of the first $2,800 per year of tuition or any other fee that takes the place of tuition. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 36 months if the recipient maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 2.25 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to children of Michigan veterans who are totally disabled as a result of wartime service, or died from service-connected conditions, or were killed in action, or are listed as missing in action. Applicants must be between 16 and 26 years of age and must have lived in Michigan at least 12 months prior to the date of application. They must be or plan to become a full-time undergraduate student at a public institution of higher education in Michigan.

579 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343; 888-GI-BILL1
Web Site: http://www.gibill.va.gov
To provide financial assistance for college, graduate school, and other types of postsecondary schools to new enlistees in any of the armed forces after they have completed their service obligation.
Title of Award: Montgomery GI Bill (Active Duty) Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: For veterans in categories 1, 3, and 4 who served on active duty for 3 years or more, the current monthly stipend for college or university work is $1,034 for full-time study, $775.50 for three-quarter time study, or $517 for half-time study, or $258.50 for quarter-time study or less; for apprenticeship and on-the-job training, the monthly stipend is $878.90 for the first 6 months, $672.10 for the second 6 months, and $465.30 for the remainder of the program. For enlistees whose initial active-duty obligation was less than 3 years, the current monthly stipend for college or university work is $840 for full-time study, $630 for three-quarter time study, $420 for half-time study, or $210 for quarter-time study or less; for apprenticeship and on-the-job training, the monthly stipend is $714 for the first 6 months, $546 for the second 6 months, and $378 for the remainder of the program. For veterans in category 2 with remaining eligibility, the current monthly stipend for institutional study full time is $1,222 for no dependents, $1,258 with 1 dependent, $1,289 with 2 dependents, and $16 for each additional dependent; for three-quarter time study, the monthly stipend is $917 for no dependents, $943.50 with 1 dependent, $967 with 2 dependents, and $12 for each additional dependent; for half-time study, the monthly stipend is $611 for no dependents, $629 with 1 dependent, $644.50 with 2 dependents and $8.50 for each additional dependent. For those veterans pursuing an apprenticeship or on-the-job training, the current monthly stipend for the first 6 months is $995.35 for no dependents, $1,009.38 with 1 dependent, $1,021.70 with 2 dependents, and $5.95 for each additional dependent; for the second 6 months, the current monthly stipend is $738.73 for no dependents, $749.78 with 1 dependent, $758.88 with 2 dependents, and $4.55 for each additional dependent; for the third 6 months, the current monthly stipend is $495.90 for no dependents, $503.78 with 1 dependent, $509.85 with 2 dependents, and $3.15 for each additional dependent; for the remainder of the training period, the current monthly stipend is $480.60 for no dependents, $488.03 with 1 dependent, $494.78 with 2 dependents, and $3.15 for each additional dependent. Other rates apply for less than half-time study, cooperative education, correspondence courses, and flight training. Veterans who qualify for the accelerated payment and whose entitlement does not cover 60% of tuition and fees receive an additional lump sum payment to make up the different between their entitlement and 60% of tuition and fees. Duration: 36 months; active-duty servicemembers must utilize the funds within 10 years of leaving the armed services; Reservists may draw on their funds while still serving.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to veterans who received an honorable discharge and have a high school diploma, a GED, or, in some cases, up to 12 hours of college credit. Applicants must also meet the requirements of 1 of the following categories: 1) entered active duty for the first time after June 30, 1985, had military pay reduced by $100 per month for the first 12 months, and continuously served for 3 years, or 2 years if that was original enlistment, or 2 years if they entered Selected Reserve within a year of leaving active duty and served 4 years (the 2 by 4 program); 2) entered active duty before January 1, 1977, had remaining entitlement under the Vietnam Era GI Bill on December 31, 1989, served at least 1 day between October 19, 1984 and June 30, 1985, and stayed on active duty through June 30, 1988 (or June 30, 1987 if they entered Selected Reserve within 1 year of leaving active duty and served 4 years; 3) on active duty on September 30, 1990 and separated involuntarily after February 2, 1991, involuntarily separated on or after November 30, 1993, or voluntarily separated under either the Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) or Special Separation Benefit (SSB) program, and before separation had military pay reduced by $1,200; or 4) on active duty on October 9, 1996, had money remaining in an account from the Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP), elected MGIB by October 9, 1997, and paid $1,200. Certain National Guard servicemembers may also qualify under category 4 if they served on full-time active duty between July 1, 1985 and November 28, elected MGIB between October 9, 1996 and July 8, 1997, and paid $1,200. Following completion of their service obligation, participants may enroll in colleges or universities for associate, bachelor, or graduate degrees; in courses leading to a certificate or diploma from business, technical, or vocational schools; for apprenticeships or on-job training programs; in correspondence courses; in flight training; for preparatory courses necessary for admission to a college or graduate school; for licensing and certification tests approved for veterans; or in state-approved teacher certification programs. Veterans who wish to enroll in certain high-cost technology programs (life science, physical science, engineering, mathematics, engineering and science technology, computer specialties, and engineering, science, and computer management) may be eligible for an accelerated payment Additional Information: Further information is available from local armed forces recruiters. This is the basic VA education program, referred to as Chapter 30.

580 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343; 888-GI-BILL1
Web Site: http://www.gibill.va.gov
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members of the Reserves or National Guard.
Title of Award: Montgomery GI Bill (Selected Reserve) Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The current monthly rate is $297 for full-time study, $222.75 for three-quarter time study, $148.50 for half-time study, or $74.25 for less than half-time study. For apprenticeship and on-the-job training, the monthly stipend is $252.45 for the first 6 months, $193.05 for the second 6 months, and $133.65 for the remainder of the program. Other rates apply for cooperative education, correspondence courses, and flight training. Duration: Up to 36 months for full-time study, 48 months for three-quarter study, 72 months for half-time study, or 144 months for less than half-time study.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are members of the Reserve elements of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, as well as the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. To be eligible, a Reservist must 1) have a 6-year obligation to serve in the Selected Reserves signed after June 30, 1985 (or, if an officer, to agree to serve 6 years in addition to the original obligation); 2) complete Initial Active Duty for Training (IADT); 3) meet the requirements for a high school diploma or equivalent certificate before completing IADT; and 4) remain in good standing in a drilling Selected Reserve unit. Reservists who enlisted after June 30, 1985 can receive benefits for undergraduate degrees, graduate training, or technical courses leading to certificates at colleges and universities. Reservists whose 6-year commitment began after September 30, 1990 may also use these benefits for a certificate or diploma from business, technical, or vocational schools; cooperative training; apprenticeship or on-the-job training; correspondence courses; independent study programs; tutorial assistance; remedial, deficiency, or refresher training; flight training; or state-approved alternative teacher certification programs. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time. Additional Information: This program is frequently referred to as Chapter 1606 (formerly Chapter 106). Reservists who are enrolled for three-quarter or full-time study are eligible to participate in the work-study program. The Department of Defense periodically offers "kickers" of additional benefits on behalf of individuals in critical military fields, as deemed necessary to encourage enlistment. Information on currently-available "kickers" is available from Reserve and National Guard recruiters. Benefits end 10 years from the date the Reservist became eligible for the program. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may extend the 10-year period if the individual could not train because of a disability caused by Selected Reserve service. Certain individuals separated from the Selected Reserve due to downsizing of the military between October 1, 1991 and September 30, 1999 will also have the full 10 years to use their benefits.

581 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343; 888-GI-BILL1
Web Site: http://www.gibill.va.gov
To supplement the tuition assistance provided by the military services to their members.
Title of Award: Montgomery GI Bill Tuition Assistance Top-Up Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This program pays the difference between what the military services pay for tuition assistance and the full amount of tuition and fees, Duration: Up to 36 months of payments are available.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to military personnel who have served at least 2 full years on active duty and are approved for tuition assistance by their military service. Applicants must be participating in the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) Active Duty program and be eligible for MGIB benefits. This assistance is available to service members whose military service does not pay 100% of tuition and fees. Additional Information: This program was established in 2000.

582 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

State Office Building
301 Centennial Mall South, Sixth Floor
P.O. Box 95083
Lincoln, NE 68509-5083
Tel: (402)471-2458
Fax: (402)471-2491
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vets.state.ne.us
To provide financial assistance for college to members of Nebraska units of the active Reserves.
Title of Award: Nebraska Tuition Credit for Active Reservists Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; no more than 200 new awards may be granted in a year. Funds Available: Reservists who meet the requirements may receive a credit for 50% of the tuition charges at any state-supported university or college in Nebraska, including any technical community college. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until receipt of the degree or completion of the course of study.
Eligibility Requirements: Nebraska residents who are enlisted members of a Nebraska-based unit of the active selected Reserve are eligible for this benefit. They must have at least 2 years remaining on their enlistment, have agreed to serve at least 3 years in the Reserves, not have completed the tenth year of total service in the U.S. armed forces (including active and Reserve time), and be working on a degree at a state-supported college or university or an equivalent level of study in a technical community college.

583 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

State Office Building
301 Centennial Mall South, Sixth Floor
P.O. Box 95083
Lincoln, NE 68509-5083
Tel: (402)471-2458
Fax: (402)471-2491
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vets.state.ne.us
To provide financial assistance for college to dependents of deceased and disabled veterans and military personnel in Nebraska.
Title of Award: Nebraska Waiver of Tuition for Veterans' Dependents Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 302 of these grants were awarded. Funds Available: Tuition is waived at public institutions in Nebraska. Duration: The waiver is valid for 1 degree, diploma, or certificate from a community college and 1 baccalaureate degree.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are spouses, widow(er)s, and children who are residents of Nebraska and whose parent, stepparent, or spouse was a member of the U.S. armed forces and 1) died of a service-connected disability; 2) died subsequent to discharge as a result of injury or illness sustained while in service; 3) is permanently and totally disabled as a result of military service; or 4) is classified as missing in action or as a prisoner of war during armed hostilities after August 4, 1964. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a branch of the University of Nebraska, a state college, or a community college in Nebraska. Additional Information: Applications may be submitted through 1 of the recognized veterans' organizations or any county service officer.

584 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

1411 32nd Street South
P.O. Box 9003
Fargo, ND 58106-9003
Tel: (701)239-7165; (866)634-8387
Fax: (701)239-7166
Web Site: http://www.state.nd.us/veterans/benefits/waiver.html
To provide financial assistance for college to the spouses, widow(er)s, and children of disabled and other North Dakota veterans and military personnel.
Title of Award: North Dakota Educational Assistance for Dependents of Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Eligible dependents receive free tuition and are exempt from fees at any state-supported institution of higher education, technical school, or vocational school in North Dakota. Duration: Up to 36 months or 8 academic semesters.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the spouses, widow(er)s, and dependent children of veterans who are totally disabled as a result of service-connected causes, or who were killed in action, or who have died as a result of wounds or service-connected disabilities, or who were identified as prisoners of war or missing in action. Veteran parents must have been born in and lived in North Dakota until entrance into the armed forces (or must have resided in the state for at least 6 months prior to entrance into military service) and must have served during wartime.

585 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343; 888-GI-BILL1
Web Site: http://www.gibill.va.gov
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate study to children and spouses of deceased and disabled veterans, MIAs, and POWs.
Title of Award: Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Monthly stipends from this program for study at an academic institution are $827 for full time, $621 for three-quarter time, or $413 for half-time. For farm cooperative work, the monthly stipends are $667 for full-time, $500 for three-quarter time, or $334 for half-time. For an apprenticeship or on-the-job training, the monthly stipend is $650 for the first 6 months, $507 for the second 6 months, $366 for the third 6 months, and $151 for the remainder of the program. Duration: Up to 45 months (or the equivalent in part-time training). Spouses must complete their training within 10 years of the date they are first found eligible.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for this assistance are spouses and children of 1) veterans who died or are permanently and totally disabled as the result of active service in the armed forces; 2) veterans who died from any cause while rated permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected disability; 3) servicemembers listed for more than 90 days as currently missing in action or captured in the line of duty by a hostile force; and 4) servicemembers listed for more than 90 days as presently detained or interned by a foreign government or power. Children must be between 18 and 26 years of age, although extensions may be granted. Spouses and children over 14 years of age with physical or mental disabilities are also eligible. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time. Additional Information: Benefits may be used to work on associate, bachelor, or graduate degrees at colleges and universities, including independent study, cooperative training, and study abroad programs. Courses leading to a certificate or diploma from business, technical, or vocational schools may also be taken. Other eligible programs include apprenticeships, on-job training programs, farm cooperative courses, correspondence courses (for spouses only), secondary school programs (for recipients who are not high school graduates), tutorial assistance, remedial deficiency and refresher training, or work-study (for recipients who are enrolled at least three-quarter time). Eligible children who are handicapped by a physical or mental disability that prevents pursuit of an educational program may receive special restorative training that includes language retraining, lip reading, auditory training, Braille reading and writing, and similar programs. Eligible spouses and children over 14 years of age who are handicapped by a physical or mental disability that prevents pursuit of an educational program may receive specialized vocational training that includes specialized courses, alone or in combination with other courses, leading to a vocational objective that is suitable for the person and required by reason of physical or mental handicap. Ineligible courses include bartending or personality development courses; correspondence courses by dependent or surviving children; non-accredited independent study courses; any course given by radio; self-improvement courses, such as reading, speaking, woodworking, basic seamanship, and English as a second language; audited courses; any course that is avocational or recreational in character; courses not leading to an educational, professional, or vocational objective; courses taken and successfully completed previously; courses taken by a federal government employee and paid for under the Government Employees' Training Act; and courses taken while in receipt of benefits for the same program from the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs.

586 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343; 888-GI-BILL1
Web Site: http://www.gibill.va.gov
To provide funding to veterans who, while on active duty, participate voluntarily in a plan for future education in which their savings are administered and augmented by the government.
Title of Award: Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Participants contribute to the program, through monthly deductions from their military pay, from $25 to $100 monthly, up to a maximum of $2,700. They may also, while on active duty, make a lump sum contribution to the training fund. At the time the eligible participant elects to use the benefits to pursue an approved course of education or training, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will match the contribution at the rate of $2 for every $1 made by the participant. Duration: Participants receive monthly payments for the number of months they contributed, or for 36 months, whichever is less. The amount of the payments is determined by dividing the number of months benefits will be paid into the participant's training fund total. Participants have 10 years from the date of last discharge or release from active duty within which to use these benefits.
Eligibility Requirements: Veterans who served and military service members currently serving are eligible if they 1) entered active duty between January 1, 1977 and June 30, 1985; 2) were released under conditions other than dishonorable or continue on active duty; 3) served for a continuous period of 181 days or more (or were discharged earlier for a service-connected disability); and 4) have satisfactorily contributed to the program. No individuals on active duty could enroll in this program after March 31, 1987. Veterans who enlisted for the first time after September 7, 1980 or entered active duty as an office or enlistee after October 16, 1981 must have completed 24 continuous months of active duty. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time. Additional Information: A participant may leave this program at the end of any 12-consecutive-month period of participation and those who do so may have their contributions refunded. This is the basic VA educational program for veterans and military personnel who entered active duty from January 1, 1977 through June 30, 1985. Veterans and service members who began active duty prior to that period and those who have entered subsequently may qualify for the Montgomery GI Bill. An individual who contributed or could have contributed to VEAP before being involuntarily separated from active duty with an honorable discharge after December 4, 1991 may make an irrevocable election before such separation to receive Montgomery GI Bill benefits. Benefits are available for the pursuit of an associate, bachelor, or graduate degree at a college or university; a certificate or diploma from a business, technical, or vocational school; apprenticeship or on-job training programs; cooperative courses; correspondence school courses; tutorial assistance; remedial, refresher, and deficiency training; flight training; study abroad programs leading to a college degree; nontraditional training away from school; and work-study for students enrolled at least three-quarter time. Ineligible courses include bartending or personality development courses; farm cooperative courses; non-accredited independent study courses; any course given by radio; self-improvement courses such as reading, speaking, woodworking, basic seamanship, and English as a second language; audited courses; any course that is avocational or recreational in character; courses not leading to an educational, professional, or vocational objective; courses taken and successfully completed previously; courses taken by a federal government employee and paid for under the Government Employees' Training Act; courses paid for in whole or in part by the armed forces while on active duty; and courses taken while in receipt of benefits for the same program from the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs.

587 ■ DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

810 Vermont Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20420
Tel: (202)418-4343
Free: 800-827-1000
Web Site: http://www.va.gov
To provide vocational rehabilitation to certain categories of veterans with disabilities.
Title of Award: Vocational Rehabilitation for Disabled Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: Employment; General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate, Other Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: While in training and for 2 months after, eligible disabled veterans may receive subsistence allowances in addition to their disability compensation or retirement pay. For training at an institution of higher education or in an unpaid work experience program, the full-time monthly rate is $474.27 with no dependents, $588.30 with 1 dependent, $693.25 with 2 dependents, and $50.54 for each additional dependent; the three-quarter time monthly rate is $356.36 for no dependents, $441.86 with 1 dependent, $518.31 with 2 dependents, and $38.86 for each additional dependent; the half-time monthly rate is $238.45 for no dependents, $295.44 with 1 dependent, $347.27 with 2 dependents, and $25.93 for each additional dependent. For unpaid on-the-job training, the monthly rate is $474.27 for no dependents, $588.30 with 1 dependent, $693.25 with 2 dependents, and $50.54 for each additional dependent. For paid training, the monthly rate is based on the wage received, to a maximum of $414.67 for no dependents, $501.46 with 1 dependent, $577.92 with 2 dependents, and $37.59 for each additional dependent. The VA also pays the costs of tuition, books, fees, supplies, and equipment; it may also pay for special supportive services, such as tutorial assistance, prosthetic devices, lipreading training, and signing for the deaf. If during training or employment services the veteran's disabilities cause transportation expenses that would not be incurred by nondisabled persons, the VA will pay for at least a portion of those expenses. If the veteran encounters financial difficulty during training, the VA may provide an advance against future benefit payments. Duration: Up to 48 months of full-time training or its equivalent in part-time training. If a veteran with a serious disability receives services under an extended evaluation to improve training potential, the total of the extended evaluation and the training phases of the rehabilitation program may exceed 48 months. Usually, the veteran must complete a rehabilitation program within 12 years from the date of notification of entitlement to compensation by the VA. Following completion of the training portion of a rehabilitation program, a veteran may receive counseling and job search and adjustment services for 18 months.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to veterans who have a service-connected disability of at least 10% and a serious employment handicap or 20% and an employment handicap. They must have been discharged or released from military service under other than dishonorable conditions. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must determine that they would benefit from a training program that would help them prepare for, find, and keep suitable employment. The program may be 1) institutional training at a certificate, 2-year college, 4-year college or university, or technical program; 2) unpaid on-the-job training in a federal, state, or local agency or a federally-recognized Indian tribal agency, training in a home, vocational course in a rehabilitation facility or sheltered workshop, independent instruction, or institutional non-farm cooperative; or 3) paid training through a farm cooperative, apprenticeship, on-the-job training, or on-the-job non-farm cooperative. Deadline for Receipt: Applications are accepted at any time. Additional Information: The program may also provide employment assistance, self-employment assistance, training in a rehabilitation facility, or college and other training. Veterans who are seriously disabled may receive services and assistance to improve their ability to live more independently in their community. After completion of the training phase, the VA will assist the veteran to find and have a suitable job.

588 ■ DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS

Attn: National Service and Legislative Headquarters
807 Maine Avenue, S.W.
Washington, DC 20024
Tel: (202)554-3501
Web Site: http://www.dav.org/volunteers/jesse_brown_scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance to college students who demonstrate outstanding volunteer service to hospitalized disabled veterans.
Title of Award: Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; since the establishment of the program, 63 scholarships worth $413,000 have been awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range up to $15,000. Duration: Funds must be used before the recipient's 25th birthday.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are 21 years of age or younger and have volunteered at least 100 hours for the Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) programs to assist disabled veterans. They may be attending an accredited college, university, community college, or vocational school. Nominations must be submitted by Chiefs of Voluntary Services at VA medical centers. Self-nominations are also accepted if the student includes a 750-word essay on what volunteering at a VA medical center means to them. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2000 as the DAV National Commander's Youth Volunteer Scholarships and given its current name in 2003.

589 ■ DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS AUXILIARY

Attn: National Education Loan Fund Director
3725 Alexandria Pike
Cold Spring, KY 41076
Tel: (606)441-7300
Fax: (606)442-2095
Web Site: http://www.dav.org/dava/index.html
To provide loans for college to women who are members of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary or to their children or grandchildren.
Title of Award: Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary National Education Loan Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies; generally, 15 each year. Funds Available: A maximum of $2,000 per year is loaned, payable to the school. The loan is to be repaid within 7 years in installments of at least $100 per month. Repayment must begin upon graduation or leaving school. No interest is charged. Duration: The loan is renewable each year for up to 4 consecutive years, provided the student maintains full-time status and a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This loan fund is open to women who are paid life members of the auxiliary and to their children and grandchildren. Applicants must be enrolled full time in a college, university, or vocational school. They must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

590 ■ DISTILLED SPIRITS WHOLESALERS OF FLORIDA EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, INC.

213 South Monroe Street, Suite 800A
Tallahassee, FL 32301-1858
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students in Florida who are majoring in business.
Title of Award: Distilled Spirits Wholesalers of Florida Educational Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Business administration Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Funds Available: Awards cover the cost of tuition at a public university in Florida. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are students who are residents of Florida, accepted at or attending a state university in Florida, and majoring in business. They must be full-time students, have completed at least their sophomore year in college, and be U.S. citizens. Selection is based on financial need, academic potential, good citizenship, and character. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may not also receive another award that is intended to be spent on tuition only.

591 ■ DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS SOCIETY

Attn: Scholarship Program
4442 Vandever Avenue
San Diego, CA 92120-3322
(866)DFC-MEDAL
Web Site: http://www.dfcsociety.org
To provide financial assistance for college to descendants of members of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society (DFCS).
Title of Award: Distinguished Flying Cross Society Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to descendants (including legally adopted children) of DFCS members. Applicants must be working on an undergraduate degree at an accredited institution of higher education. Along with their application, they must submit a list of memberships in school-related organizations, a list of elected leadership positions they have held, information on activities that demonstrate community involvement, transcripts (including SAT scores), and a 500-word essay on why they feel they deserve this scholarship. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the sponsoring organization, founded in 1994, is limited to members of the U.S. armed forces who have been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as a result of deeds accomplished during aerial flight.

592 ■ DISTRICT 45 LION'S CLUB

Attn: Youth Outreach
c/o Danielle Coulombe
18 Golf Course Road
Richford, VT 05476-9766
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors from Vermont who have an illness or disability.
Title of Award: District 45 Lion's Youth Outreach Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year: 1 at $1,000 and 2 at $500. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,000 or $500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from public high schools in Vermont who plan to attend college. Applicants must provide confirmation from a doctor or special education director of their illness or disability. Along with their application, they must submit an essay describing how they have overcome their disability or illness and their major accomplishments in life. Selection is based on the essay, academic achievement, community involvement, 2 letters of recommendation, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

593 ■ DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA NATIONAL GUARD

Attn: Education Services Office
2001 East Capitol Street
Washington, DC 20003-1719
Tel: (202)685-9825
Fax: (202)685-9815
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://dcng.ngb.army.mil
To provide financial assistance for college to current members of the District of Columbia National Guard.
Title of Award: District of Columbia National Guard Tuition Assistance Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Payment is made to the institution for the member/employee, up to $1,000 per semester. Funds must be used to pay for tuition, fees, and/or books. Duration: 1 semester; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to active members of the District of Columbia Air/Army National Guard and civilian employees in good standing. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalency and currently be attending an accredited postsecondary education institution. First priority goes to those working on their first undergraduate degree. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year for the fall session, October of each year for the spring session, or April of each year for the summer session.

594 ■ DIVISION OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Albemarle Building
325 North Salisbury Street, Suite 1065
Raleigh, NC 27603-5941
Tel: (919)733-3851
Fax: (919)733-2834
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doa.state.nc.us/vets/va.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of disabled and other classes of North Carolina veterans.
Title of Award: North Carolina Scholarships for Children of War Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: An unlimited number of awards are made under Classes I-A, I-B, and IV. Classes II and III are limited to 100 awards each year in each class. Funds Available: Students in Classes I-A, II, III, and IV receive $4,500 per academic year if they attend a private college or junior college; if attending a public postsecondary institution, they receive free tuition, a room allowance, a board allowance, and exemption from certain mandatory fees. Students in Class I-B receive $1,500 per academic year if they attend a private college or junior college; if attending a public postsecondary institution, they receive free tuition and exemption from certain mandatory fees. Duration: 4 academic years.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible applicants come from 5 categories: Class I-A: the veteran parent died in wartime service or as a result of a service-connected condition incurred in wartime service; Class I-B: the veteran parent is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as 100% disabled as a result of wartime service and currently or at the time of death drawing compensation for such disability; Class II: the veteran parent is rated by the VA as much as 20 but less than 100% disabled due to wartime service, or was awarded a Purple Heart medal for wounds received, and currently or at the time of death drawing compensation for such disability; Class III: the veteran parent is currently or was at the time of death receiving a VA pension for total and permanent disability, or the veteran parent is deceased but does not qualify under any other provisions, or the veteran parent served in a combat zone or waters adjacent to a combat zone and received a campaign badge or medal but does not qualify under any other provisions; Class IV: the veteran parent was a prisoner of war or missing in action. For all classes, the veteran parent must have been a legal resident of North Carolina at the time of entrance into the armed forces or the child must have been born in North Carolina and lived in the state continuously since birth. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

595 ■ DIVISION OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

480 Metacom Avenue
Bristol, RI 02809-0689
Tel: (401)462-0324
Fax: (401)254-2320
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dhs.state.ri.us
To provide assistance to disabled veterans in Rhode Island who wish to pursue higher education at a public institution in the state.
Title of Award: Rhode Island Educational Benefits for Disabled American Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Eligible veterans are entitled to take courses at any public institution of higher education in Rhode Island without the payment of tuition, exclusive of other fees and charges.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to permanent residents of Rhode Island who have been verified by the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) as having a disability of at least 10% resulting from military service.

596 ■ DIXIE BOYS BASEBALL, INC.

P.O. Box 1778
Marshall, TX 75671
Tel: (903)927-1845
Fax: (903)927-1846
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dixie.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school senior males who have participated in a Dixie Boys or Dixie Majors franchised baseball program.
Title of Award: Dixie Boys Baseball Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 11 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school senior males who played baseball in a Dixie Boys (for boys 13 and 14 years of age) or Dixie Majors (for boys from 15 through 18 years of age) franchised program. Applicants must submit a 150-word essay on their career objectives, how college relates to those, and how they expect to contribute to society. While it is a basic requirement that the applicants have participated in the baseball program, ability is not a factor. Selection is based on high school grades and testing, school and community leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1984. Dixie Boys and Majors Baseball operates in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

597 ■ DIXIE SOFTBALL, INC.

Attn: President
1101 Skelton Drive
Birmingham, AL 35224
Tel: (205)785-2255
Fax: (205)785-2258
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dixie.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school senior women who have participated in the Dixie Softball program.
Title of Award: Dixie Softball Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school senior women who played in the Dixie Softball program for at least 2 seasons. Applicants must submit a transcript of grades, letter of recommendation from high school principal or other school official, verification from a Dixie Softball local official of the number of years the applicant participated in the program, and documentation of financial need. Ability as an athlete is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 1979, includes the following named scholarships: the Billy Adkins Memorial Scholarship, the Frank L. Baxter Scholarship, the R.T. Adams Scholarship, and the Tim Neely Scholarship. Information is also available from Doug Garrett, Scholarship Chair, 106 Woodlake Drive, Pineville, LA 71360, (318) 442-3606, E-mail: [email protected]. Dixie Softball operates in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

598 ■ DIXIE YOUTH BASEBALL, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 877
Marshall, TX 75671-0877
Tel: (903)927-2255
Fax: (903)927-1846
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dixie.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school senior males who have participated in a Dixie Youth Baseball franchised league.
Title of Award: Dixie Youth Baseball Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 50 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school senior males who played in a Dixie Youth Baseball franchised league when they were 12 years of age or younger. Applicants must submit a transcript of grades, letter of recommendation from high school principal or other school official, verification from a Dixie Youth local official of participation in a franchised league, and documentation of financial need. Ability as an athlete is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1961. Dixie Boys and Majors Baseball operates in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

599 ■ DOLPHIN SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

5040 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Suite 104-A
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Tel: (757)671-3200
Fax: (757)671-3330
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dolphinscholarship.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of members or former members of the Submarine Service.
Title of Award: Dolphin Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Approximately 30 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply for these scholarships are the unmarried children and stepchildren under 24 years of age of members or former members of the Submarine Service who 1) qualified in submarines and served in the submarine force for at least 8 years, 2) served in submarine support activities for at least 10 years, or 3) died on active duty in the submarine force regardless of time served. Applicants must be working or intending to work toward a bachelor's degree at an accredited 4-year college or university. Awards are based on scholastic proficiency, non-scholastic activities, character, all-around ability, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Since this program was established in 1961, it has awarded more than $4.2 million to more that 750 students. In includes awards previously offered by U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II. In 1991, that organization agreed to turn over its funds to the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation with the stipulation that it would award 3 scholarships each year, designated the U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II Scholarship, the Wives of the U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II Scholarship, and the Arnold Krippendorf Scholarship.

600 ■ DOYON, LIMITED

Attn: Doyon Foundation
1 Doyon Place, Suite 300
Fairbanks, AK 99701-2941
Tel: (907)459-2040; 888-478-4755
Fax: (907)459-2065
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.doyonfoundation.com/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled or descended from enrolled members of Doyon, Limited.
Title of Award: Doyon Foundation Competitive Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 26 of these scholarships were awarded: 4 at $7,000, 6 at $5,000, 10 at $3,000, 1 at $2,500, 4 at $1,500, and 1 at $1,000. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $7,000. Duration: 1 year. Undergraduate students may reapply if they maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher; graduate or master's degree students may reapply if they maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher; and specialist or doctoral students may reapply if they maintain a GPA of 3.25 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate or graduate students who are enrolled or the descendants of enrolled members of Doyon, Limited. Enrollees are defined as stockholders enrolled to Doyon, Limited under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Descendants are defined as children of enrollees. Applicants must be accepted or enrolled at an accredited school on a full-time basis. They must submit a personal essay (describing educational and professional development goals, extracurricular activities, and community service activities) and 2 letters of recommendation. Selection is based on the essay (40 points), GPA (40 points), letters of recommendation (30 points), and personal impression (10 points). Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the Rosemarie Maher Memorial Scholarship and the Morris Thompson Fellowship. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis. Scholarship recipients of $5,000 or more are encouraged to complete at least 1 summer internship during their 4 years of study. Scholarship recipients of less than $5,000 are encouraged to do 1 of the following: serve on a local or regional board or commission, volunteer at least 20 hours, or give presentations on their field of study. A written report detailing the internship or service and lessons learned is required upon completion of the internship.

601 ■ EAR FOUNDATION

Attn: Minnie Pearl Scholarship Program
1817 Patterson Street
P.O. Box 330867
Nashville, TN 37203
Tel: (615)627-2724
Free: 800-545-HEAR
Fax: (615)627-2728
Web Site: http://www.earfoundation.org
To provide financial assistance to hearing impaired students who want to attend college.
Title of Award: Minnie Pearl Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 6 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years if the recipient maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be mainstreamed high school seniors with severe to profound bilateral hearing loss. Their primary means of communication may be manual or oral. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; plan to attend a junior college, university, or technical school on a full-time basis; and be U.S. citizens. Along with their application, they must submit brief essays on how they feel about mainstreaming, their goals after graduating from college, and why they are a good candidate for this scholarship. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1986.

602 ■ EASTER SEALS SOUTH CAROLINA

Attn: Scholarship Program
3020 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC 29203
Tel: (803)256-0735
Fax: (803)765-9765
Web Site: http://sc.easterseals.com
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to South Carolina students who have a disability.
Title of Award: Jim and Mary Pearce Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to South Carolina residents and students attending a college or university in the state who have a significant and medically certified mobility impairment. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate program. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Preference is given to students carrying at least 9 credit hours and making satisfactory academic progress toward graduation. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year.

603 ■ EASTERN AMPUTEE GOLF ASSOCIATION

Attn: Bob Buck, Executive Director
2015 Amherst Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015-5606
888-868-0992
Fax: (610)867-9295
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.eaga.org
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Eastern Amputee Golf Association (EAGA) and their families.
Title of Award: EAGA Scholarship Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 8 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed if the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and continues to demonstrate financial need.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are residents of and/or currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a college or university in designated eastern states (Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, or West Virginia). Applicants must be amputee members of the association (those who have experienced the loss of 1 or more extremities at a major joint due to amputation or birth defect) or members of their families. Financial need is considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: The EAGA was incorporated in 1987. It welcomes 2 types of members: amputee members and associate members (non-amputees who are interested in the organization and support its work but are not eligible for these scholarships). This program includes the following named scholarships: the Paul DesChamps Scholarship Award, the Tom Reed Scholarship, the Ray Froncillo Scholarship, the Howard Taylor Amputee-Pro Classic Scholarship, and the Northeastern Amputee Class Scholarship.

604 ■ ECI SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

1701 Directors Boulevard, Suite 920
P.O. Box 149319
Austin, TX 78714-9319
Tel: (512)440-2300
Fax: (512)447-1687
Web Site: http://www.thenationaldeanslist.com/3scholarshipsgrants/scholarshipprogram.aspx
To provide financial assistance to college students who are listed in The National Dean's List.
Title of Award: National Dean's List Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 50 each year. Funds Available: Scholarships are $1,000; payments are issued directly to the financial aid office at the institution the student attends. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college students who are U.S. citizens and 1) have a GPA of "B+" or better or 2) rank in the upper 10% of their class. Candidates must first be nominated by their dean, honor society advisor, or other college official to have their name appear in The National Dean's List. All students listed in that publication automatically receive an application for these scholarships in the mail. Selection is based on GPA, achievement test scores, leadership qualifications, work experience, evaluation of an essay, and some consideration for financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: The ECI Scholarship Foundation was established in 1968 by Educational Communications Inc., publisher of The National Dean's List.

605 ■ ECI SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

1701 Directors Boulevard, Suite 920
P.O. Box 149319
Austin, TX 78714-9319
Tel: (512)440-2300
Fax: (512)447-1687
Web Site: http://www.ecisf.org/hs_main.aspx
To provide financial assistance to high school honor students who are listed in Who's Who Among American High School Students.
Title of Award: Who's Who Among American High School Students Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 127 each year: 1 at $6,000, 10 at $5,000, 20 at $2,500, and 96 at $1,000. Funds Available: Stipends are $6,000, $5,000, $2,500, or $1,000; payments are issued directly to the financial aid office at the institution the student attends. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who are U.S. citizens and have been involved in school or community activities. Candidates must first be nominated by a school official, youth activity sponsor, or educational organization to have their name appear in Who's Who Among American High School Students. All students listed in that publication automatically receive an application for these scholarships in the mail. Selection is based on GPA, achievement test scores, leadership qualifications, work experience, evaluation of an essay, and some consideration for financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: The ECI Scholarship Foundation was established in 1968 by Educational Communications Inc., publisher of Who's Who Among American High School Students. Applications must be accompanied by a $3.50 processing fee.

606 ■ ROYAL A. AND MILDRED D. EDDY STUDENT LOAN TRUST FUND

c/o NBD Bank
Trust Department
8585 Broadway, Suite 396
Merrillville, IN 46410
Tel: (219)738-4180
To provide loans to undergraduate and graduate school students who need financial assistance to complete their education.
Title of Award: Royal A. and Mildred D. Eddy Student Loans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Any amount, up to $4,000, may be loaned. The interest rate charged is 10%. Duration: Recipients must begin repaying on the loan within 2 years. No monthly payments (interest or principal) are required during the first 5 months after graduation; payments after that are on a monthly basis.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply for these loans are undergraduate or graduate school students who are U.S. citizens and have completed at least 2 years of work at an accredited college or university. Loans are granted without regard to race, sex, creed, residence, university major, age, or marital status, as long as a need for the loan exists and applicants are capable of repayment. However, it should be noted that the general policy is to only loan to students who will begin earning money and repaying the loan within 2 years. No collateral is required, but 2 co-signers are necessary (these can be the student's parents). Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time.

607 ■ EDUCATION IS FREEDOM FOUNDATION

c/o 7-Eleven, Inc.
2711 North Haskell Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
(866)EIF-EDUC
Web Site: http://www.educationisfreedom.com/Scholarships/scholarships.asp
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors who have financial need and would be unable to attend college without assistance.
Title of Award: Education is Freedom National Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 250 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Funds are paid to the student and institution for payment of tuition, fees, and books. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 years as long as the recipient remains enrolled full time with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and graduates under 24 years of age who have resided in the United States for at least 1 year. Applicants must be planning to enroll for the first time in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university. They must be able to demonstrate a GPA of 3.0 to 3.5, activities and leadership, work history, and unmet financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This foundation was established in 2002 by James W. Keyes, president and CEO of 7-Eleven, Inc. Additional support is provided by Western Union, Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc., and other corporate sponsors.

608 ■ EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER OF AMERICA, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
2020 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Room 7799
Washington, DC 20006
Tel: (202)393-7799
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.studentresearch.org/public/application.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors who have provided outstanding service to their community
Title of Award: ERCA Community Contribution Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Between 25 and 100 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound high school seniors. Applicants must submit a description of an activity in which they have participated that demonstrates their commitment to their community. Selection is based on that description, honors or awards received, GPA, and a letter of reference. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: A processing fee of $3.50 must accompany the application.

609 ■ EGBAR FOUNDATION

Attn: Karen Suclla
15922 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Tel: (562)795-6000
Free: 800-EGBAR-55
Fax: (562)592-1124
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.egbar.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school students who serve as the ambassador for the EGBAR Foundation.
Title of Award: EGBAR Spirit Ambassador Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: After their year of service, ambassadors receive a college scholarship (amount not specified). Duration: The award is presented annually.
Eligibility Requirements: The EGBAR Foundation was established by Sunshine Makers, Inc., manufacturer of the cleaner Simple Green. It operates a program called the EGBAR Clean-Up Challenge to encourage elementary school children to run environmental clean-ups at beaches, parks, and schools. Every year it selects a high school student to serve as its ambassador. The student should embody the essence of the foundation's acronym, "Everything's Gonna Be All Right." Applicants should have shown that, in the face of adversity, whether illness, a family loss, or poverty, they strive for self-improvement and the betterment of the community as a whole. They should also have embraced an appreciation for the environment and its well being.

610 ■ ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
2750 North Lake View Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614-1889
Tel: (773)755-4732
Fax: (773)755-4729
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/eefgrants.cfm
To provide emergency financial assistance to college students who are children of deceased or disabled members of B.P.O. Elks.
Title of Award: Elks National Foundation Emergency Educational Fund Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Two Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the assistance depends on the need of the applicant but normally ranges up to $4,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to children of Elks who have died or are totally disabled. Applicants must be unmarried, under 23 years of age, able to demonstrate financial need, and attending a college or university in the United States as a full-time undergraduate student. The student's parent must have been a member in good standing at the time of death or, if disabled, have been a member in good standing before he or she became incapacitated and must continue to be an Elk in good standing when the application for assistance is submitted. Applications must give the B.P.O. Elks Lodge affiliation of the Elk parent. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year for new applications; October of each year for renewal applications.

611 ■ ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
2750 North Lake View Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614-1889
Tel: (773)755-4732
Fax: (773)755-4729
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm
To provide financial assistance to outstanding high school seniors who can demonstrate financial need and are interested in attending college.
Title of Award: Elks National Foundation "Most Valuable Student" Scholarship Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 500 each year: 2 first awards (1 male and 1 female), 2 second awards (1 male and 1 female), 2 third awards (1 male and 1 female), and 494 fourth awards (247 males and 247 females). Funds Available: First place is $15,000 per year; second place is $10,000 per year; third place is $5,000 per year; fourth place is $1,000 per year. More than $2.2 million is distributed through this program each year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school students (or the equivalent) who are U.S. citizens and residents within the jurisdiction of the B.P.O. Elks of the U.S.A. Applicants must be planning to work on a 4-year degree on a full-time basis at a college or university within the United States. They must submit an official form furnished by the Elks National Foundation (no photocopies); these are available at local Elks Lodges. Applications must be filed with the scholarship chair, Exalted Ruler, or secretary of the Elks Lodge in whose jurisdiction the applicant resides. Applications are reviewed by Lodge and District scholarship committees and then judged by the scholarship committee of the State Elks Association for inclusion in the state's quota of entries in the national competition. On the national level, selection is based on financial need (200 points), leadership (350 points), and scholarship (450 points). Male and female students compete separately. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: In addition to this program, established in 1931, many Elks State Associations and/or Lodges also offer scholarships. Applications must be submitted to an Elks Lodge in your community.

612 ■ ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
2750 North Lake View Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614-1889
Tel: (773)755-4732
Fax: (773)755-4729
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.elks.org/enf/Scholars/legacy.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of members of the B.P.O. Elks.
Title of Award: Legacy Awards for the Children of Elks Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 500 each year. Each state and area is eligible to receive a number of awards based on its support of the Elks National Foundation. The actual number of awards a state receives is the lesser of its quota or 25% of the total applicants from that state. Funds Available: The stipends are $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who are the children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and legal wards of Elks and plan to attend a college or university in the United States (or in Guam, Panama, Puerto Rico, or the Philippines for residents of those countries or territories). The Elk parent must have been a member for at least 2 years and must be a paid-up member through the year following the date of application. Applications must be accompanied by SAT or ACT scores, a transcript of high school credits, a biographical questionnaire, and 2 letters of application. Eligible applicants compete against other eligible applicants from their state or area. Selection is based entirely on merit; financial need is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Applications must be submitted to an Elks lodge in your community.

613 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION NATIONAL GUARD OF KANSAS

c/o 1SG John Ryan
P.O. Box 841
Topeka, KS 66601-0841
Tel: (785)242-5678
Fax: (785)242-3765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://hometown.aol.com/EANGKS
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Enlisted Association National Guard of Kansas and their families.
Title of Award: Enlisted Association National Guard of Kansas Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends are normally approximately $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the association and their families. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program is supported, in part, by USAA Insurance Corporation.

614 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION NATIONAL GUARD OF NEW JERSEY

Attn: Scholarship Committee
101 Eggert Crossing Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648-2805
Tel: (609)530-6977
Fax: (609)530-7100
Web Site: http://www.eang-nj.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to New Jersey National Guard members and their children.
Title of Award: CSM Vincent Baldassari Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 5 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) children of New Jersey National Guard members who are also members of the Enlisted Association National Guard of New Jersey, and 2) drilling Guard members who are also members of the Association. Applicants must submit 1) information on their church, school, and community activities; 2) a list of honors they have received; 3) 2 letters of recommendation; and 4) a letter with specific facts about their desire to continue their education and specifying their career goals. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

615 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION NATIONAL GUARD OF NEW JERSEY

Attn: Scholarship Committee
101 Eggert Crossing Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648-2805
Tel: (609)530-6977
Fax: (609)530-7100
Web Site: http://www.eang-nj.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to New Jersey National Guard members and their children.
Title of Award: EANGNJ USAA Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to drilling members of the New Jersey National Guard and their children. Membership in the Enlisted Association National Guard of New Jersey (EANGNJ) is not required. Applicants must submit 1) information on their church, school, and community activities; 2) a list of honors they have received; 3) 2 letters of recommendation; and 4) a letter with specific facts about their desire to continue their education and specifying their career goals. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program is administered by EANGNJ and funded by USAA Insurance Corporation.

616 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF TENNESSEE

Attn: Scholarship Committee
4332 Kenilwood Drive, Suite B
Nashville, TN 37204-4401
Tel: (615)781-2000
Fax: (615)833-9173
Web Site: http://www.eangtn.org/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of Tennessee (EANGTN) and to their dependents.
Title of Award: EANGTN Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid to the recipient's school once enrollment is confirmed. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are members of both the Tennessee National Guard and EANGTN or the dependent son, daughter, or spouse of a member in good standing. Applicants are required to submit letters of recommendation verifying their status and describing their general personal traits. They must have achieved above average academic standing in high school and/or college, have participated in extracurricular and civic activities, and be able to document financial need. Additional Information: In 1985, the National Guard Association of Tennessee (NGAT) agreed that the EANGTN would fund the scholarships of both associations. Additional funding is also provided by USAA Insurance Corporation.

617 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED STATES

3133 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305-2640
Tel: (703)519-3846
Free: 800-234-EANG
Fax: (703)519-3849
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.eangus.org
To provide financial assistance to National Guardmembers and their dependents who are members of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS).
Title of Award: CSM Virgil R. Williams Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students. They must be 1) National Guardmembers who belong to EANGUS; 2) unmarried sons and daughters of EANGUS members; 3) spouses of EANGUS members; or 4) unmarried spouses and unmarried dependent children of deceased EANGUS members who were in good standing at the time of their death. Honorary, associate, or corporate membership alone does not qualify. Graduate students are not eligible. Applicants must submit a copy of their school transcript, 3 letters of recommendation, a letter of academic reference (from their principal, dean, or counselor), a photocopy of the qualifying state and/or national membership card (parent's, spouse's or applicant's), and a statement indicating why they want to continue their education and why financial assistance is necessary. Application packets must be submitted to the state EANGUS association; acceptable packets are then sent to the national offices for judging. Selection is based on academic achievement, character, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: Applications must first be verified by the state office and then submitted by June to the national office. Additional Information: Recipients must enroll full time.

618 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UTAH

Attn: SFC Dianne Reed
12953 Minuteman Drive
P.O. Box 1776
Draper, UT 84020-1776
Tel: (801)523-4493
Fax: (801)523-4659
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.eangut.org
To provide financial assistance for college to National Guardmembers who are active members of the Enlisted Association National Guard of Utah (EANGUT) and their families.
Title of Award: EANGUT Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the National Guard and EANGUT, their spouses, and their dependents. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit statements on their educational goals and why they need a scholarship and 3 letters of recommendation. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

619 ■ ENLISTED ASSOCIATION OF THE NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD, INC.

Attn: Education Awards Chair
330 Old Niskayuna Road
Latham, NY 12110-2224
Tel: (518)220-4116
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.eanyng.org/AwardsandScholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Enlisted Association of the New York National Guard (EANYNG) and their families.
Title of Award: Robert H. Connal Scholarship Education Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 7 each year: 1 statewide scholarship at $1,000 and 6 at $500 in each area of the state. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,000 or $500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to EANYNG members and their spouses, children, and grandchildren. Applicants must be a college-bound high school senior or a current undergraduate. The applicant or sponsor must have belonged to EANYNG for more than 1 year. Membership in EANYNG is limited to enlisted personnel in the New York Air or Army National Guard. Additional Information: Funding for this program is provided by the production of the association's yearly journal, members' dues, and a donation from USAA Insurance Corporation.

620 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF THE CHESAPEAKE REGION

Attn: Elen Falk
8503 La Salle Road
Towson, MD 21286
Tel: (410)828-7700
Free: 800-492-2523
Fax: (410)828-7708
Web Site: http://www.epilepsy-foundation.org
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to residents of the Chesapeake region of Maryland, Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia who have epilepsy.
Title of Award: Ira Rosenzwog Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,200. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Maryland, Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia who can provide a letter from their physician confirming a diagnosis of epilepsy. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a 2-year college, 4-year college or university, trade/technical school, or graduate school. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on how epilepsy has affected their life, what they hope to gain from their college experience, and why they would make a deserving recipient. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

621 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF IDAHO

310 West Idaho Street
Boise, ID 83702
Tel: (208)344-4340
Free: 800-237-6676
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.epilepsyidaho.org/gile-scholar.htm
To provide financial assistance for college and the purchase of medical drugs to Idaho residents who have epilepsy.
Title of Award: Gregory W. Gile Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Idaho who have had at least 1 year of a medical diagnosis of epilepsy. Applicants must have graduated from a high school in Idaho, be entering or continuing in college, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and agree to enroll in at least 12 credits per term. Preference is given to applicants planning to attend an Idaho institution. Selection is based on career goals, recommendations, how the applicant has faced the challenges due to epilepsy, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1988. The Epilepsy Foundation of Idaho also provides Limited Emergency Financial Assistance for anti-epileptic drug purchases.

622 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF KENTUCKIANA

501 East Broadway, Suite 110
Louisville, KY 40202-2041
Tel: (502)584-8817; (866)275-1078
Web Site: http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/kentuckiana/scholarship.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Kentucky and southern Indiana who have epilepsy.
Title of Award: Shannon O'Daniel Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound high school seniors in Kentucky and southern Indiana who have epilepsy or another seizure disorder. Applicants must submit a description of their participation in extracurricular activities, 2 letters of recommendation, their current transcript, and an essay (up to 250 words) on something of direct personal importance to them as a person with epilepsy. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2001.

623 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF MASSACHUSETTS & RHODE ISLAND

540 Gallivan Boulevard, Second Floor
Boston, MA 02124-5401
Tel: (617)506-6041; 888-576-9996
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/massri
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to people who have epilepsy and live in Massachusetts or Rhode Island.
Title of Award: Epilepsy Foundation of Massachusetts & Rhode Island Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 6 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Massachusetts or Rhode Island who have been diagnosed with epilepsy (seizure disorder). Applicants must be accepted or enrolled in a postsecondary educational or vocational program as an undergraduate or graduate student. As part of the application process, students must include an essay (up to 220 words in length) on their academic and career goals and how having epilepsy has affected or influenced those goals and their work towards achieving them. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the following named scholarships: the James Lyons Scholarship, the Dr. George F. Howard III Scholarship, the Lorraine Glidden Scholarship, the Maureen Metzler Scholarship, and the Shannon McDermott Scholarship.

624 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY

429 River View Plaza
Trenton, NJ 08611-3420
Tel: (609)392-4900
Free: 800-EFNJ-TIE
Fax: (609)392-5621
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.efnj.com/programs/scholarshipprogram.shtml
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors with epilepsy in New Jersey.
Title of Award: Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Up to 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are residents of New Jersey and have epilepsy. Applicants must submit a brief personal statement explaining their academic and career goals. Selection is based on financial need, academic record, extracurricular activities, and extent of disability. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in any state. Information is also available from the EFNJ Scholarship Program, Lions Head Office Park, 33 Beaverson Boulevard, Suite 8A, Brick, NJ 08723, (732) 262-8020, (800) 372-6510.

625 ■ EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF VERMONT

P.O. Box 6292
Rutland, VT 05702
Tel: (802)775-1686
Free: 800-565-0972
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.sover.net/~epilepsy/default.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Vermont who have epilepsy.
Title of Award: James A. Girard Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors in Vermont who have epilepsy. Applicants must be planning to go on to higher education after graduation.

626 ■ EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM

Attn: Archdeacon Rich Cluett
333 Wyandotte Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Tel: (610)691-5655
Free: 800-358-5655
Web Site: http://www.diobeth.org/Ministries/gressle.html
To provide financial assistance to residents of Pennsylvania who are sons of Episcopal clergy and interested in working on a college degree.
Title of Award: Gressle Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $1,500, depending on need, are available. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until the recipient reaches the age of 20.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be 1) residents of 1 of the 5 dioceses of Pennsylvania; 2) sons of an Episcopal priest; 3) younger than 20 years of age; and 4) interested in working on a college degree. The clergy parent must live in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and must be canonically resident in 1 of its dioceses. Preference is given to sons of clergy in the diocese of Bethlehem; only when surplus funds are available can scholarships to awarded to sons of clergy in the other 4 Pennsylvania dioceses. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

627 ■ EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM

Attn: Archdeacon Rich Cluett
333 Wyandotte Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Tel: (610)691-5655
Free: 800-358-5655
Web Site: http://www.diobeth.org/Ministries/shannon.html
To provide financial assistance to residents of Pennsylvania who are daughters of Episcopal clergy and interested in working on a college degree.
Title of Award: Shannon Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $1,500, depending on need, are available. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until the recipient reaches the age of 20.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be 1) residents of 1 of the 5 dioceses of Pennsylvania; 2) daughters of an Episcopal priest; 3) younger than 20 years of age; and 4) interested in working on a college degree. The clergy parent must live in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and must be canonically resident in 1 of its dioceses. Preference is given to daughters of clergy in the diocese of Bethlehem; only when surplus funds are available can scholarships to awarded to daughters of clergy in the other 4 Pennsylvania dioceses. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

628 ■ EQUALITYMAINE

1 Pleasant Street, Fourth Floor
P.O. Box 1951
Portland, ME 04104
Tel: (207)761-3732
Fax: (207)828-8620
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.equalitymaine.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Maine who submit an essay on preventing discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Title of Award: Joel Abromson Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Maine who are planning to attend a college or university. Applicants must submit an essay on "How can schools become safer for all students regardless of their sexual orientation and gender expression?" Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships were first awarded in 2002.

629 ■ TAYLOR J. ERTEL FOSTER CHILDREN FOUNDATION

2245 Heim Hill Road
Montoursville, PA 17754-9699
Tel: (570)433-3494
Fax: (570)326-1050
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.tjefoundation.org
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to residents of Pennsylvania who have been in foster care.
Title of Award: Taylor J. Ertel Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Pennsylvania residents who have been placed in foster care by a child welfare agency. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a vocational school, college, university, or graduate school in the state. Along with their application, they must submit information on their school activities, educational record, school awards and honors, community activities, employment record, and a budget. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993.

630 ■ BOOMER ESIASON FOUNDATION

c/o Jerry Cahill
417 Fifth Avenue, Second Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (646)344-3765
Fax: (646)344-3757
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.esiason.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who have cystic fibrosis (CF).
Title of Award: Boomer Esiason Foundation Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 to 15 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $2,000. Funds are paid directly to the academic institution to assist in covering the cost of tuition and fees. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to CF patients who are working on an undergraduate or graduate degree. Applicants must submit a letter from a social worker describing their needs, a detailed breakdown of tuition costs from their academic institution, transcripts, and a 1-page essay on their post-graduation goals. Selection is based on academic ability, character, leadership potential, service to the community, and financial need. Finalists are interviewed by telephone. Additional Information: Recipients must be willing to participate in the sponsor's CF Ambassador Program by speaking once a year at a designated CF event to help education the general public about CF.

631 ■ EARL L. ESTWICK TRAILBLAZER MEMORIAL FUND

P.O. Box 9213
Paramus, NJ 07653-9213
Tel: (201)343-4554
Fax: (201)343-4554
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.estwickscholarships.com
To provide undergraduate scholarships to college-bound high school seniors from New York and New Jersey who can prove financial need.
Title of Award: Earl L. Estwick, Sr. Trailblazer Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year or more.
Eligibility Requirements: High school seniors from New York and New Jersey are eligible to apply for these scholarships if they can prove financial need, have at least a "B+" GPA, have a minimum SAT score of 1050, and have served their community in some capacity. Many of the applicants are the first in their family to attend college. Some of the scholarships are set aside for students who lost parents in the World Trade Center disaster on September 11, 2001. Additional Information: This scholarship was first awarded in 1996. Since then, more than 20 scholarships have been awarded.

632 ■ EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL MEMORIAL

Attn: EOD Administrator
P.O. Box 594
Niceville, FL 32588
Tel: (850)729-2401
Fax: (850)729-2401
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.eodmemorial.org/scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance for college to family members of technicians or military officers who have worked in explosive ordnance disposal.
Title of Award: Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 45 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is currently $1,800 per year. Funds are paid directly to the academic institution for the student's tuition, books, fees, and on-campus housing. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for this scholarship must be family members, enrolled in DEERS, of explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians or officers in the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps who are currently on active duty (includes activated Reserves), retired, or deceased. Awards are presented in the following priority: 1) family members of those whose names are on the EOD Memorial; 2) applicants who have never received an EOD scholarship; and 3) prior EOD scholarship recipients. Selection is based on academic merit, community involvement, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

633 ■ FACTOR SUPPORT NETWORK PHARMACY

Attn: Scholarship Committee
900 Avenida Acaso, Suite A
Camarillo, CA 93012-8749
Tel: (805)388-9336; 877-FSN-4-YOU
Fax: (805)482-6324
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.factorsupport.com/scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to men with hemophilia and their immediate families.
Title of Award: Mike Hylton and Ron Niederman Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to men with bleeding disorders and their immediate family members. Applicants must be entering or attending a college, university, juniors college, or vocational school. They must submit 3 short essays: 1) their career goals; 2) how hemophilia or von Willebrand disease has affected their life; and 3) how they are educating themselves, their family, and their community about hemophilia and/or von Willebrand disease. Selection is based on academic goals, volunteer work, school activities, other pertinent experience and achievements, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1999.

634 ■ FACTOR SUPPORT NETWORK PHARMACY

Attn: Scholarship Committee
900 Avenida Acaso, Suite A
Camarillo, CA 93012-8749
Tel: (805)388-9336; 877-FSN-4-YOU
Fax: (805)482-6324
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.factorsupport.com/scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to women with hemophilia.
Title of Award: Millie Gonzalez Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women with bleeding disorders who are entering or attending a college, university, juniors college, or vocational school. Applicants must submit 3 short essays: 1) their career goals; 2) how hemophilia or von Willebrand disease has affected their life; and 3) how they are educating themselves, their family, and their community about hemophilia and/or von Willebrand disease. Selection is based on academic goals, volunteer work, school activities, other pertinent experience and achievements, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

635 ■ LATREESE NICOLE FAGAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND, INC.

Attn: Board of Directors
P.O. Box 19370
Detroit, MI 48219-0370
Tel: (313)531-9922
Fax: (313)531-9926
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.latreesefagan.org
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of Michigan who have lupus.
Title of Award: Latreese Nicole Fagan Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the recipient's institution to help cover tuition, books, fees, room, and board. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Michigan who are lupus patients with a board-certified physician approving the diagnosis. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or vocational school in Michigan. They must be between 17 and 25 years of age. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on their reasons for desiring a higher education. Selection is based on high school or college transcripts, participation in outside activities, and 3 letters of recommendation. U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from the Lupus Alliance of Michigan and Indiana, 26507 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081, (800) 705-6677, Fax: (586) 775-8494, E-mail: [email protected].

636 ■ FALCON FOUNDATION

3116 Academy Drive, Suite 200
USAF Academy, CO 80840-4400
Tel: (719)333-4096
Web Site: http://www.falconfoundation.org
To provide financial assistance to people who require additional training for possible admission to the U.S. Air Force Academy.
Title of Award: Falcon Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 99 of these scholarships were awarded for study at 5 preparatory schools. Funds Available: Amounts of the scholarships depend on the availability of funds but are intended to provide a large portion of the cost of room, board, and tuition at a preparatory school or junior college selected by the foundation.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for these scholarships are individuals who potentially qualify for admission to the U.S. Air Force Academy by meeting the following requirements: U.S. citizens, high school seniors or graduates, good moral character, between 17 and 21 years of age on July 1 of the year of potential admission to the Academy, in good physical condition, unmarried, and with no dependent children. Selection is based on motivation to enter and graduate from the USAF Academy and then follow a career as an Air Force officer; scholastic achievements; qualities of maturity, truthfulness, courage, kindliness, unselfishness, fellowship, and devotion to duty; exhibition of moral force of character and leadership instincts, with an interest in others; and physical vigor, as shown by a fondness for, and participation and success in, sports. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Students who meet the basic requirements but may have academic deficiencies that might disqualify them from admission to the Academy may enroll in preparatory school training to correct the deficiencies. Completion of the preparatory school training does not guarantee admission to the Academy. The Falcon Foundation recognizes that these scholarships may provide the student with additional education if the applicant fails to receive an appointment at the Academy.

637 ■ FAMILY, CAREER AND COMMUNITY LEADERS OF AMERICA

Attn: Youth/Program Assistant
1910 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1584
Tel: (703)476-4900
Free: 800-234-4425
Fax: (703)860-2713
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fcclainc.org
To provide financial assistance for college to members of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) who have served as president of their state association.
Title of Award: Raye Virginia Allen State President's Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. The funds are paid directly to the recipient's college or university and are to be used to pay for tuition, room, or board. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to affiliated FCCLA members who have held or are holding the office of president of a state FCCLA association. State presidents who have been elected to a national office are not eligible. Applicants must be in their senior year in high school and have applied to a degree-granting institution leading to an associate's or bachelor's degree (in any field of study). Selection is based on leadership and involvement in FCCLA, academic excellence, and significant volunteer experience. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1987 and is named for the first Texas state president of the Future Homemakers of America, currently known as Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. If the recipient withdraws from college, unused funds must be returned to FCCLA.

638 ■ FAMILY, CAREER AND COMMUNITY LEADERS OF AMERICA

Attn: Youth/Program Assistant
1910 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1584
Tel: (703)476-4900
Free: 800-234-4425
Fax: (703)860-2713
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fcclainc.org
To provide financial assistance for college to members of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA).
Title of Award: FCCLA Who's Who Among American High School Students Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. The funds are paid directly to the recipient's college or university and are to be used to pay for tuition, room, or board. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to FCCLA members who are high school seniors planning to work on an associate or bachelor's degree. Applicants must have taken the ACT or SAT examination. Selection is based on leadership and involvement in FCCLA, other activities and awards, academic excellence, and significant volunteer experience. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: These awards are funded by the ECI Scholarship Foundation of Educational Communications Inc., publisher of Who's Who Among American High School Students. If a recipient withdraws from college, unused funds must be returned to FCCLA.

639 ■ FAMILY CIRCLE CUP

c/o Family Circle Tennis Center
161 Seven Farms Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
Tel: (843)856-7900
Free: 800-677-2293
Web Site: http://www.familycirclecup.com
To provide financial assistance for college to female high school seniors in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Title of Award: L'Oreal/Family Circle Cup "Personal Best" Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year: 1 from each of the eligible states. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women graduating from high schools in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Applicants must be planning to enroll full time at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. They must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and be able to demonstrate that they have made a difference in the lives of others through role modeling, community involvement and services, volunteer experiences, athletics, and extracurricular activities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1998. Winners and their families are also invited to attend the Family Circle Cup tennis championship on Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina with hotel and travel expenses provided.

640 ■ ETHEL AND EMERY FAST SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, INC.

12620 Rolling Road
Potomac, MD 20854
Tel: (301)762-1102
To provide financial assistance to qualified Native Americans enrolled as undergraduates or graduate students.
Title of Award: Ethel and Emery Fast Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Funds are paid directly to the recipient's college or university and can only be used to pay for tuition, room, board, and fees. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must 1) be Native Americans enrolled in a federally-recognized tribe, 2) have successfully completed 1 year of their undergraduate or graduate school program, 3) be enrolled in school full time, and 4) be able to demonstrate financial need. To apply, students must submit a completed application. documentation of Native American eligibility, an original transcript, a letter confirming enrollment, a federal income tax return, a statement of financial need, and a personal statement (up to 2 pages) describing educational and career goals. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year for the fall semester; December of each year for the spring semester.

641 ■ FIELD SCOVELL SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

P.O. Box 569420
Dallas, TX 75356
Tel: (972)289-7012
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.sbccottonbowl.com/ca_field_scovell.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in north Texas who have been involved in sports.
Title of Award: Field Scovell Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; the E.E. "Buddy" Fogelson Scholarship is awarded to 1 of the recipients for study beyond the first year of college.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in north Texas who have a connection to sports (e.g., team, band, cheerleader, fan). Applicants must have a "C" or equivalent class average and be planning to attend an institution of higher education within Texas, the Big 12 Conference, or the Southeastern Conference. Selection is based on leadership qualities, personal character, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1991 to honor Field Scovell, the longtime team selection chairman for the Cotton Bowl football game. It includes the SBC Scholarship, supported by the SBC Foundation. The Big 12 Conference (whose members include University of Colorado, Iowa State University, University of Kansas, Kansas State University, University of Missouri, University of Nebraska, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, Baylor University, Texas A&M University, Texas Tech University, and University of Texas) and the Southeastern Conference (whose members include Auburn University, University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, University of Florida, University of Georgia, University of Kentucky, Louisiana State University, University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, University of South Carolina, Vanderbilt University, and University of Tennessee) are associated with the SBC Cotton Bowl Classic.

642 ■ FIERI-STATEN ISLAND CHAPTER

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 60433
Staten Island, NY 10306
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fieri.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors of Italian descent who live in the tri-state area of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Title of Award: Honorable Mario J. Esposito Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Italian American seniors graduating from high schools in the tri-state area and planning to attend college. Applicants must submit an essay on the significance of Italian culture to them and within their life and why they believe they should be recognized as an outstanding Italian American student. Selection is based on that essay; academic achievement and merit; involvement in community, academic, or social activities; and a letter of recommendation. Applicants may also provide an essay on any financial hardships of their family if they consider those relevant. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year.

643 ■ FIESTA BOWL

Attn: Queen and Court Scholarship Program
120 South Ash Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85281
Tel: (480)736-4809
Fax: (480)736-4180
Web Site: http://www.tostitosfiestabowl.com
To provide financial assistance to women enrolled at colleges and universities in Arizona who are selected to preside over the annual Fiesta Bowl Festival.
Title of Award: Fiesta Bowl Queen and Court Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are enrolled full time at an Arizona college or university. Applicants must be between 19 and 23 years of age and may not have been married or have had any children. They must submit an essay of 500 words or less on what they feel to be the essence of volunteerism, the role it plays in their community, and how they will incorporate their experiences into a potential role as a court member within the Fiesta Bowl community. Selection of the Fiesta Bowl Queen, who receives the scholarship, is based on the essay, academic achievement, poise, community involvement, and personality. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: The queen also attends such community activities as the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, the Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade, the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Fiesta Bowl National Band Championship, and the VIAD Corp Fiesta Bowl Ball. Those activities take place during weekends in November and December and the days from December 22 through January 2.

644 ■ FIFTH MARINE DIVISION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

c/o Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
Tel: (609)921-3534
Free: 800-292-7777
Fax: (609)452-2259
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.marine-scholars.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of veterans who served with the Fifth Marine Division.
Title of Award: Fifth Marine Division Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 5 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent and enrolled in or eligible for entry into the chosen institution, which may be any accredited degree-granting college, university, or postsecondary trade, technical, business, or nursing school. The applicant's father must have served with the Fifth Marine Division in World War II or the Vietnam conflict and must have a current membership in the Fifth Marine Division Association. Evidence of financial need, ability appropriate to the proposed program of study, and proof of acceptance into a postsecondary institution must accompany the application. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may also accept scholarship aid from other sources.

645 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com
To provide financial assistance to Maine residents who are the first member of their family to attend college.
Title of Award: Iris Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Maine who are high school seniors or full- or part-time college students. Applicants must be first generation college-bound students (neither parent holds an associate degree or higher). They must submit 2 letters of recommendation, a 250-word essay on why they need the scholarship and how they plan to use their education, and documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

646 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com/html/education/fameprogs.html
To provide financial assistance to Maine residents interested in working on a college degree.
Title of Award: Maine State Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Scholarships are presented to students who demonstrate the greatest financial need. The award process continues until all available funds have been exhausted. Funds Available: The maximum annual stipend is $1,250 at private schools in Maine, $1,000 at public schools in Maine, $500 at public schools outside of Maine, or $1,000 at private schools outside of Maine. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years if the recipient remains a Maine resident and maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are residents of Maine who have lived in the state for at least 1 year, have graduated from an approved secondary school, can demonstrate financial need, and are enrolled as full-time or part-time students in an approved institution for their first undergraduate degree. Approved schools include all accredited 2- and 4-year colleges, universities, and nursing programs in Maine, as well as regionally accredited 2- and 4-year colleges in states that have a reciprocity agreement with Maine (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C.). Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was formerly known as the Maine Student Incentive Scholarship Program.

647 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com/html/education/fameprogs.html
To provide financial assistance for college to children and spouses of deceased law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and emergency medical services personnel in Maine.
Title of Award: Maine Tuition Waiver Program for Children and Spouses of Fire Fighters, Law Enforcement Officers, and Emergency Medical Services Personnel Killed in the Line of Duty Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: Eligible students receive waivers of tuition and fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to children and spouses of fire fighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical services personnel who have been killed in the line of duty or died as a result of injuries received during the performance of their duties. Applicants must be enrolled in or accepted for enrollment in a branch of the University of Maine system, the Maine Community College System, or the Maine Maritime Academy.

648 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com/html/education/fameprogs.html
To provide financial assistance for college to foster children in Maine.
Title of Award: Maine Tuition Waiver Program for Foster Children Under the Custody of the Department of Human Services Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: Eligible students receive waivers of tuition and fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have been foster children under the custody of the Maine Department of Human Services when they graduate from high school. They must be enrolled in or accepted for enrollment in a branch of the University of Maine system, the Maine Community College System, or the Maine Maritime Academy.

649 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com/html/education/fameprogs.html
To provide financial assistance to Maine residents who are interested in working on a college degree but do not qualify for a Maine State Grant.
Title of Award: NextGen Access Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: The maximum annual stipend is $1,000 at institutions in Maine or $500 at institutions outside of Maine. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years if the recipient remains a Maine resident and maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Maine who are enrolled in the first year of college or university. Applicants may not be eligible for a Maine State Grant and must have an estimated family contribution of $1,500 or less. They must be enrolled at an institution in Maine or in a state that has a reciprocity agreement with Maine (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Washington, D.C.). Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

650 ■ FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE

Attn: Education Finance Programs
5 Community Drive
P.O. Box 949
Augusta, ME 04332-0949
Tel: (207)623-3263
Free: 800-228-3734
Fax: (207)623-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.famemaine.com/html/education/fameprogs.html
To provide financial assistance for college to Maine residents who can demonstrate financial need.
Title of Award: NextGen Student Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: Stipends range from $400 to $1,000 per year, depending on the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years if the recipient remains a Maine resident and maintains satisfactory academic progress.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Maine who are enrolled full time at a college or university in Maine, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Vermont, or Washington, D.C. Selection is based primarily on financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

651 ■ FINANCIAL SERVICE CENTERS OF FLORIDA

P.O. Box 14629
Tallahassee, FL 32317
Tel: (850)222-6000
Fax: (850)222-6002
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fscfl.com
To provide financial assistance for college to disadvantaged high school seniors in Florida.
Title of Award: Financial Service Centers of Florida Disadvantaged Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Florida who qualify as disadvantaged. Applicants must have been admitted to a Florida college or university as a full-time student. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: Funds are issued only if the recipient earns a GPA of 2.0 or higher during the first term in college and 2.5 or higher during the second term.

652 ■ FIRST CATHOLIC SLOVAK LADIES ASSOCIATION

Attn: Director of Fraternal Scholarship Aid
24950 Chagrin Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44122-5634
Tel: (216)464-8015
Free: 800-464-4642
Fax: (216)464-9260
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fcsla.com/scholarship.shtml
To provide financial assistance to college students who are members of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association.
Title of Award: First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association College and Graduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 127 each year: 55 for freshmen, 25 for sophomores, 15 for juniors, 15 for seniors, and 17 for full-time graduate students. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,250 for undergraduates or $1,750 for graduate students. Duration: 1 year; recipients may receive only 1 college scholarship but they may later apply for a graduate scholarship.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students at accredited colleges and universities in the United States or Canada. Applicants must have been beneficial members of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association for at least 3 years on a $1,000 legal reserve certificate, a $5,000 term certificate, or an annuity certificate. Along with their application, they must submit an autobiographical essay of approximately 500 words that includes a statement of their goals and objectives. Selection is based on academic standing (50%), financial need (20%), family membership in the association (15%), leadership (10%), and extenuating circumstances (5%). Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program includes 2 awards designated as Theresa Sajan Scholarships for Graduate Students.

653 ■ FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION

Attn: Foundation
302 North Main Street
Copperas Cove, TX 76522-1799
Tel: (254)547-6537
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.1cda.org
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to descendants of Army and Air Force personnel who fought in the battle of Ia Drang in 1965.
Title of Award: Ia Drang Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Since the program was established, 38 of these scholarships have been awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. The checks are made out jointly to the student and the school and may be used for whatever the student needs, including tuition, books, and clothing. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the children and grandchildren of members of designated Army and Air Force units who actually fought in the battle of the Ia Drang valley from November 3 through 19, 1965. For a list of the qualifying units, contact the sponsor. Children and grandchildren of personnel who were assigned to a unit that fought in the battles but were themselves at other locations during the specified dates are not eligible. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1994. Requests for applications must be accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope.

654 ■ FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION ASSOCIATION

Attn: Foundation
302 North Main Street
Copperas Cove, TX 76522-1799
Tel: (254)547-6537
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.1cda.org
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to soldiers currently or formerly assigned to the First Cavalry Division and their families.
Title of Award: First Cavalry Division Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Since the program was established, more than $659,000 has been awarded to more than 560 recipients. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. The checks are made out jointly to the student and the school and may be used for whatever the student needs, including tuition, books, and clothing. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to children of soldiers who died or have been declared totally and permanently disabled from injuries incurred while serving with the First Cavalry Division during any armed conflict; children of soldiers who died while serving in the First Cavalry Division during peacetime; and active-duty soldiers currently assigned or attached to the First Cavalry Division and their spouses and children. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year. Additional Information: Requests for applications must be accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope.

655 ■ FIRST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NEW JERSEY

Attn: Scholarship Coordinator
7 Sanford Avenue
Belleville, NJ 07109-1221
Tel: (973)751-0200
Fax: (973)751-4635
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cerebralpalsycenter.org/cpnj/index.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to students with permanent physical disabilities in New Jersey.
Title of Award: Louise C. Nacca Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors, high school graduates, and currently-enrolled college students who reside in New Jersey and have a permanent physical disability (e.g., cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, paraplegia, quadriplegia, spastic cerebral palsy, polio). Applicants must be attending or planning to attend college or a graduate, professional, business, or technical school to prepare for a career, profession, or occupation. They may attend school in any state. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

656 ■ FIRST COMMAND FINANCIAL PLANNING

Attn: First Command Educational Foundation
1 FirstComm Plaza
P.O. Box 901091
Fort Worth, TX 76109-1091
Tel: (817)731-8621; 877-872-8289
Fax: (817)569-2970
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.firstcommand.org/fcef/scholarship/index.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of active, retired, or deceased military personnel.
Title of Award: First Command Educational Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 146 were awarded. Funds Available: Scholarships are available in the amounts of $3,000, $2,000, or $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is currently open to all undergraduate students, although it was established to serve the sons and daughters of active, retired, or deceased military personnel (officer or enlisted) and to deserving ROTC cadets. Students must be nominated by an officers' spouses' club or a noncommissioned officers' spouses' club at participating U.S. military installations worldwide. They must apply through their local First Command representative or spouses' club at their installation. The foundation does not accept applications directly. Selection is based primarily on academic achievement and financial need. Additional Information: The sponsoring organization was formerly known as the USPA & IRA Educational Foundation, founded in 1983. Since its establishment, it has awarded scholarships worth more than $3.1 million. Effective in 2005, eligibility expanded to include all undergraduate students.

657 ■ FIRST DATA WESTERN UNION FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Program
6200 South Quebec Street, Suite 370 AU
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Tel: (303)967-6606
Fax: (303)967-6492
Web Site: http://www.firstdatawesternunion.org
To provide financial assistance to nontraditional students so they can realize their educational dreams.
Title of Award: First Data Western Union Foundation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $3,000. Funds must be used for tuition, fees, or books and must be used within 1 year of the award date. Duration: Both 1-time and renewable scholarships (up to 4 years) are offered.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to nontraditional students, from high school seniors to currently-enrolled college students. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and have been accepted at an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the United States or Puerto Rico. They must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Selection is based on ability to accept and deal with personal challenges, commitment to learning and working hard, and financial need. Special consideration is given to applicants from Colorado, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Texas (where a majority of First Data employees live and work). Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

658 ■ FIRST MARINE DIVISION ASSOCIATION

410 Pier View Way
Oceanside, CA 92054
Tel: (760)967-8561; 877-967-8561
Fax: (760)967-8567
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.1stmarinedivisionassociation.org/scholorship-fundpage.html
To provide financial assistance for college to dependents of deceased or disabled veterans of the First Marine Division.
Title of Award: First Marine Division Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to dependents of veterans who served in the First Marine Division or in a unit attached to that Division who are honorably discharged and are now either totally and permanently disabled or deceased from any cause. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school as a full-time undergraduate student. Graduate students and students still in high school or prep school are not eligible. Additional Information: Award winners who marry before completing the course or who drop out for non-scholastic reasons must submit a new application before benefits can be resumed.

659 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Administrator
125 North West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2754
Tel: (703)683-1400
Free: 800-372-1924
Fax: (703)549-6610
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/MyFRA/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate education to children of members of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) who are current or former naval personnel.
Title of Award: Stanley A. Doran Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies, depending on the needs of the recipient and the funds available. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for these scholarships must be the dependent children of members of the association in good standing as of April 1 of the year of the award or at the time of death. Selection is based on financial need, scholastic standing, character, and leadership qualities. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the FRA is restricted to active-duty, retired, and reserve members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

660 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Administrator
125 North West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2754
Tel: (703)683-1400
Free: 800-372-1924
Fax: (703)549-6610
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/MyFRA/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate education to members of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA), their spouses, children, and grandchildren.
Title of Award: Fleet Reserve Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the FRA and their dependent children, grandchildren, and spouses. The children, grandchildren, and spouses of deceased FRA members are also eligible. Selection is based on financial need, scholastic standing, character, and leadership qualities. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the FRA is restricted to active-duty, retired, and reserve members of the Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard.

661 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Administrator
125 North West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2754
Tel: (703)683-1400
Free: 800-372-1924
Fax: (703)549-6610
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/MyFRA/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to children of members of the Fleet Reserve Association or its Ladies Auxiliary.
Title of Award: Oliver and Esther R. Howard Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies, depending upon the needs of the recipient and the funds available. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for these scholarships must be dependent children of members of the association or its ladies auxiliary (in good standing as of April 1 of the year of the award), or of members in good standing at the time of death. They must be interested in working on an undergraduate degree. Awards alternate annually between female dependents (in even-numbered years) and male dependents (in odd-numbered years). Selection is based on financial need, scholastic standing, character, and leadership qualities. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the Fleet Reserve Association is restricted to active-duty, retired, and reserve members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

662 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Administrator
125 North West Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2754
Tel: (703)683-1400
Free: 800-372-1924
Fax: (703)549-6610
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fra.org/Content/fra/MyFRA/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate education to members of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) who are current or former naval personnel and their spouses and children.
Title of Award: Schuyler S. Pyle Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for these scholarships must be dependent children or spouses of members of the association in good standing as of April 1 of the year of the award or at the time of death. FRA members are also eligible. Selection is based on financial need, academic standing, character, and leadership qualities. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the FRA is restricted to active-duty, retired, and reserve members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

663 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION-PEARL HARBOR-HONOLULU BRANCH 46

891 Valkenburgh Street at Nimitz Highway
P.O. Box 6067
Honolulu, HI 96818-0067
Tel: (808)422-2121
Fax: (808)423-6707
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://
To provide financial assistance for college to the wives and children of Fleet Reserve Association (Branch 46) members.
Title of Award: Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46 Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Spouses, daughters, and sons of Fleet Reserve Association Pearl Harbor-Honolulu Branch 46 members are eligible to apply. Selection is based on scholastic merit, character, leadership ability, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Membership in the Fleet Reserve Association is restricted to active-duty, retired, and reserve members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

664 ■ FLICKER OF HOPE FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Committee
8624 Janet Lane
Vienna, VA 22180
Tel: (703)698-1626
Fax: (703)573-8161
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.flickerofhope.org
To provide financial assistance for college to burn survivors.
Title of Award: Flicker of Hope Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 6 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Funds are paid directly to the postsecondary institution. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and graduates who are burn survivors and enrolled or planning to enroll in college. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay describing the circumstances of how they were burned, how that injury has affected their life, and the benefits to be derived from their planned course of study. Financial need is also considered in the selection process.

665 ■ FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF POSTSECONDARY SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

150 South Monroe Street, Suite 303
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Tel: (850)577-3139
Fax: (850)577-3133
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fapsc.org
To provide financial assistance to Florida residents interested in attending a career or vocational school in the state.
Title of Award: FAPSC Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: More than 300 each year. Funds Available: Scholarships provide either full payment of tuition or $3,500 as partial payment of tuition. Duration: 1 academic term.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Florida and recipients of a GED credential during the current year. Applicants must be interested in attending a participating Florida career or vocational school. They must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 300-word essay that explains why they have chosen this particular career, how this program of study will help them obtain that career, and why they want to attend this particular institution. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

666 ■ FLORIDA COUNCIL FOR THE BLIND

Attn: Division of Blind Services
1003 Naples Drive
Orlando, FL 32804
Tel: (407)423-6300
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fcb.org
To provide financial assistance for college to blind residents of Florida.
Title of Award: Florida Council for the Blind Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to blind residents of Florida who are attending or planning to attend a college or university in the state. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

667 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors interested in attending traditionally Black colleges in Florida.
Title of Award: Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 180 awards were available through this program. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years if the student maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 3.0 or higher and continues to demonstrate financial need.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are high school seniors who wish to attend Florida A&M University, Bethune-Cookman College, Edward Waters College, or Florida Memorial College for a minimum of 12 credit hours per term. Applicants must be Florida residents, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, demonstrate financial need, have complied with the Selective Service System registration requirements, have participated in the college-level communication and computation skills testing (CLAST) program, and not be in default or owe repayment on any federal or state grant, scholarship, or loan program. Priority may be given to students with the lowest total family resources. Deadline for Receipt: Deadlines are established by the participating institutions.

668 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance to students at private colleges and universities in Florida.
Title of Award: William L. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, this program provided 23,425 awards. Funds Available: The amount of the award is specified by the state legislature annually; actual amounts depend on the number of applicants and availability of funds. Duration: Up to 9 semesters or 14 quarters, provided the student maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students who are attending an eligible private nonprofit college or university in Florida and who have been Florida residents for at least 1 year. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Additional Information: Applications are available from the financial aid office at the college the recipient plans to attend.

669 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.myfloridaeducation.com/brfuture
To provide financial assistance for college to outstanding high school seniors in Florida.
Title of Award: Florida Academic Scholars Award Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The scholarships provide 100% of tuition and fees (including lab fees up to $300 per semester) at Florida public colleges and universities or an equivalent amount at private institutions. Students also receive a stipend of $300 for college-related expenses. Duration: Recipients may use this award 1) for up to 132 credit hours required to complete a standard undergraduate degree at their institution; 2) for up to 7 years from high school graduation (if initially funded within 3 years after high school graduation); or 3) until completion of their first baccalaureate degree program, whichever comes first. Renewal requires a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are seniors in Florida public and private high schools who have been Florida residents for at least 1 year and will attend eligible Florida institutions of higher education. Applicants must have 1) earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher in a specified high school academic curriculum, 2) achieved scores of at least 1270 on the SAT or 28 on the ACT, and 3) completed at least 75 hours of community service. Also eligible are National Merit and Achievement scholars and finalists, National Hispanic Scholars, IB Diploma recipients, and home-schooled students and GED recipients who achieve the same minimum SAT or ACT scores. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships are offered as part of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, established in 1997 with funding from the lottery.

670 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.myfloridaeducation.com/brfuture
To provide financial assistance for college to the top high school seniors in Florida.
Title of Award: Florida Academic Top Scholars Award Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 67 each year: 1 in each Florida county. Funds Available: The Academic Top Scholars awardees receive an annual stipend of $1,500 in addition to their Academic Scholars Award. Duration: Recipients may use this award 1) for up to 132 credit hours required to complete a standard undergraduate degree at their institution; 2) for up to 7 years from high school graduation (if initially funded within 3 years after high school graduation); or 3) until completion of their first baccalaureate degree program, whichever comes first. Renewal requires a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to receive a Florida Academic Scholars Award are seniors in Florida public and private high schools who have been Florida residents for at least 1 year and will attend eligible Florida institutions of higher education. They must have completed a specified curriculum while in high school. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. The Academic Top Scholars Award is presented to the student with the highest academic ranking in each county, based on GPA and SAT/ACT test scores. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships are offered as part of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, established in 1997 with funding from the lottery.

671 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance to Florida residents enrolled at private colleges and universities in the state.
Title of Award: Florida Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is specified each year by the Florida legislation, but it may not exceed the total charged for tuition and fees by the institution. Duration: Funds may be received for up to 9 semesters or 14 quarters or until receipt of a bachelor's degree, whichever comes first. Renewal requires that the student earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher each semester.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students enrolled full time at eligible private Florida colleges and universities who have been residents of the state for at least 1 year. Applicants may not have previously received a bachelor's degree and may not be enrolled in a program of study leading to a degree in theology or divinity. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating institution sets its own deadline.

672 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.myfloridaeducation.com/brfuture
To provide financial assistance for vocational education to outstanding high school seniors in Florida.
Title of Award: Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The scholarships cover 75% of tuition and mandatory fees (including lab fees up to $300 per semester) at public vocational/technical institutions in Florida, or an equivalent amount at private schools. Duration: Recipients may use this award 1) for up to 90 semester hours; 2) for up to 7 years from high school graduation (if initially funded within 3 years after high school graduation); or 3) until completion of their first baccalaureate degree program, whichever comes first. Renewal requires a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors in Florida who plan to attend a vocational, technical, trade, or business school in the state. Applicants must have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their required academic program and 3.5 or higher in their vocational classes in high school. They must also have achieved the following minimum scores: 1) on the CPT, 83 in reading, 83 in sentence skills, and 72 in algebra; 2) on the SAT, 440 in verbal and 440 in mathematics; or 3) on the ACT, 17 in English, 18 in reading, and 19 in mathematics. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships are offered as part of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, established in 1997 with funding from the lottery.

673 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.myfloridaeducation.com/brfuture
To provide financial assistance for college to outstanding high school seniors in Florida.
Title of Award: Florida Medallion Scholars Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The scholarships cover 75% of tuition and mandatory fees (including lab fees up to $300 per semester) at public colleges and universities in Florida, or an equivalent amount at private schools. Duration: Recipients may use this award 1) for up to 132 semester hours; 2) for up to 7 years from high school graduation (if initially funded within 3 years after high school graduation); or 3) until completion of their first baccalaureate degree program, whichever comes first. Renewal requires a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are seniors in Florida public and private high schools who have been Florida residents for at least 1 year and who plan to attend eligible Florida institutions of higher education. Applicants must have 1) earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher in a specified high school academic curriculum, and 2) achieved scores of at least 970 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT. Also eligible are National Medallion and Achievement scholars and finalists who complete 75 hours of community service, National Hispanic Scholars who complete 75 hours of community service, home-schooled students who achieve scores of at least 1070 on the SAT or 23 on the ACT, and GED recipients who achieve test scores of at least 970 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships, formerly known as Florida Merit Scholars Awards, are offered as part of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, established in 1997 with funding from the lottery.

674 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of Florida veterans who are disabled, deceased, or officially classified as prisoners of war (POW) or missing in action (MIA).
Title of Award: Florida Scholarships for Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, this program provided 215 awards. Funds Available: Qualified students who attend a Florida public institution of higher education receive payment of tuition and fees. Students who attend an eligible nonpublic Florida institution of higher education receive an award equal to the amount they would be required to pay for the average tuition and fees at a public institution at the comparable level. Duration: 1 quarter or semester; may be renewed for up to 11 additional quarters or 7 additional semesters as long as the student maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and full-time enrollment.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Florida between 16 and 22 years of age who are the dependent children of veterans or servicemen who 1) died as a result of service-connected injuries, diseases, or disabilities sustained while on active duty during a period of war; 2) have a service-connected 100% total and permanent disability; or 3) was classified as POW or MIA during the Korean War or Vietnam era and has not returned alive or remains have not been found. The official military and residency status of the veteran parent must be verified by the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

675 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate studies to needy Florida residents.
Title of Award: Florida Student Assistance Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, this program provided 40,040 awards. Funds Available: Stipends range from $200 to a maximum that varies each year but recently was $1,592 per year. Duration: Grants may be received for up to 9 semesters or 14 quarters or until receipt of a bachelor's degree, whichever comes first. Renewal requires that the student earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher each semester.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) full-time undergraduate students who are attending an eligible public or private Florida institution, and 2) part-time undergraduate students at Florida public institutions. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens. A minimum of 1 year of Florida residency is required. Financial need must be documented; applicants must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and demonstrate substantial financial need. Priority is given to students who rank in the top 20% of their high school class and plan to attend 1 of the 11 state universities. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating institution sets its own deadline. Additional Information: This program receives funding from Florida general revenues and the federal Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership program.

676 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic American high school seniors and graduate students in Florida.
Title of Award: Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, this program presented 98 awards. Funds Available: The grant is $2,000 per academic year. Available funds are contingent upon matching contributions from private sources. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed if the student maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 3.0 or higher and continues to demonstrate financial need.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Florida residents of Spanish culture who were born in, or whose natural parent was born in, Mexico, Spain, or a Hispanic country of the Caribbean, Central America, or South America. Applicants must be citizens or eligible noncitizens of the United States, be enrolled or planning to enroll as full-time undergraduate or graduate students at an eligible postsecondary school in Florida, be able to demonstrate financial need as determined by a nationally-recognized needs analysis service, and have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in high school or, if a graduate school applicant, in undergraduate course work. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

677 ■ FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70
Tallahassee, FL 32303-4759
Tel: (850)410-5200; 888-827-2004
Fax: (850)487-1809
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to needy minority students who wish to study in Florida.
Title of Award: Rosewood Family Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 25 each year. Funds Available: Awards cover the actual costs of tuition and fees, up to $4,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years provided the student maintains full-time enrollment and a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of any state who wish to attend state universities, public community colleges, or public postsecondary vocational/technical schools in Florida. Applicants must be a minority, defined as Black but not of Hispanic origin, Asian, Pacific Islander, Hispanic, American Indian, or Alaskan Native. Preference is given to descendants of African American Rosewood families (whose members were killed by a mob in January 1923). Other minority undergraduate students are considered if funds remain available after awarding Rosewood descendants, but it is expected that all available scholarships will be awarded to descendants of Rosewood families. Financial need must be demonstrated. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

678 ■ FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

1801 N.W. 80th Boulevard
Gainesville, FL 32606
Tel: (352)372-9551
Fax: (352)373-1528
Web Site: http://www.fhsaa.org
To provide financial assistance for college to student-athletes in Florida who have excelled in academics and athletics.
Title of Award: FHSAA Academic All-State Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 24 honorees (12 boys and 12 girls) are selected each year. From among those, 2 Scholar-Athletes of the Year (1 boy and 1 girl) are selected each year. Funds Available: Each honoree receives a $500 award. From among those honorees, the Scholar-Athletes of the Year receive an additional $2,500 scholarship. Duration: The awards are presented annually.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound seniors graduating from high schools in Florida. Candidates must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher and have earned a varsity letter in at least 2 different sports during each of their junior and senior years. Boys and girls are judged separately.

679 ■ FLORIDA HOTEL & MOTEL ASSOCIATION, INC.

Attn: Director of Education and Research
Hospitality Square
P.O. Box 1529
Tallahassee, FL 32302-1529
Tel: (850)224-2888
Free: 800-476-FHMA
Fax: (850)222-FHMA
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.flahotel.com
To provide financial assistance to students in Florida interested in preparing for a career in the lodging industry.
Title of Award: Florida Hotel & Motel Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Florida who are graduating high school seniors or current 2-year and 4-year college students in the state. Applicants must be interested in preparing for a career in the lodging industry. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1998.

680 ■ FLORIDA SAFETY COUNCIL

Attn: Scholarship Committee
427 North Primrose Drive
Orlando, FL 32803
Tel: (407)896-1894
Fax: (407)895-2650
Web Site: http://www.occsafety.com/occscholarship.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to children of employees of members of the Florida Safety Council.
Title of Award: Florida Safety Council Member Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to children of employees who have worked for a company, municipality, or organization that is an active member of the Florida Safety Council for at least 12 months. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time undergraduate student. Along with their application, they must submit a 300-word essay on why they believe they should be awarded this scholarship (e.g., career goals, financial need). Deadline for Receipt: December of each year.

681 ■ FOND DU LAC RESERVATION

Attn: Scholarship Director
1720 Big Lake Road
Cloquet, MN 55720
Tel: (218)879-4593
Free: 800-365-1613
Fax: (218)878-7529
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fdlrez.com
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to Lake Superior Chippewa students.
Title of Award: Fond du Lac Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends range up to $3,000 per year, depending on need. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 4 additional years if the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to enrolled members of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa who are attending or planning to attend community college, university, vocational school, or graduate school in any state as a full- or part-time student. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need. Students planning to attend a Minnesota institution must also apply to the Minnesota Indian Scholarship Program. Deadline for Receipt: Priority consideration is given to applications received by mid-May of each year; after that date, awards are presented on a first-come, first-served basis.

682 ■ FORCE RECON ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 783
Angels Camp, CA 95222
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.forcerecon.com
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Force Recon Association and their dependents.
Title of Award: Force Recon Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Force Recon Association and family members of a relative who served both in the U.S. Marine Corps and was or is assigned to a Force Reconnaissance Company. The relative must be either an active or deceased member of the Force Recon Association. Family members include wives and widows, sons and daughters (including adopted and stepchildren), grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Applicants may be pursuing scholastic, vocational, or technical education. Along with their application, they must submit a personal statement on why they desire this scholarship, their proposed course of study, their progress in their current course of study, and their long-range career goals. Selection is based on academic achievement, letters of recommendation, demonstrated character, and the written statements. Deadline for Receipt: Applications must be received at least 2 weeks prior to the annual meeting of the Force Recon Association. Additional Information: Information is also available from the Scholarship Committee Chair, Dr. Wayne M. Lingenfelter, 2992 Calle Gaucho, San Clemente, CA 92673.

683 ■ FORWARD FACE

Attn: Scholarship Committee
317 East 34th Street, Suite 901A
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212)684-5860
Fax: (212)684-5864
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.forwardface.org
To provide financial assistance for educational purposes to students with craniofacial conditions.
Title of Award: Forward Face Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Up to 3 each year. Funds Available: The scholarship is $1,000. Funds must be used for educational purposes. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are 13 years of age or older and have a craniofacial condition. Applicants must write essays on how a particular teacher or faculty member has made a positive impact on them, the impact of their craniofacial condition on their educational experiences, the personal qualities and abilities that make them the best candidate for the scholarship, a description of themselves that enables the readers to get to know them as persons, and where they see themselves in 10 years. Selection is based on personal qualities, goals, and recommendations. Financial need is not a consideration. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

684 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs who are interested in working on an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Title of Award: 10-10 International Net Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be radio amateurs who have HF privileges and are working on an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree. There is no restriction on the course of study. Non-U.S. amateurs are also eligible. Applicants must provide a recommendation from a member of the 10-10 International Net or be a member of that organization. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by 10-10 International Net, Inc. Information is also available from Larry Berger, Scholarship Manager, 9 Nancy Boulevard, Merrick, NY 11566,
E-mail: [email protected]. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

685 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs from Maryland who are interested in working on a college degree.
Title of Award: Baltimore Amateur Radio Club Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year: 4 at $1,000 plus the Ernie Dobos Memorial Scholarship at $1,500. Funds Available: The stipends are $1,000 or $1,500. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years (if the recipient is a first-year student).
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have an amateur radio license of any class and be residents of the state of Maryland. There is no restriction on the course of study. For 3 of the awards, preference is given to those who have successfully completed 1 year of college or have been previous winners of this award. Another award is reserved for an entering first-year student. The Ernie Dobos Memorial Scholarship gives preference to a resident of the city of Baltimore. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Baltimore Amateur Radio Club, P.O. Box 120, Reisterstown, MD 21136, (410) 526-4263, E-mail: [email protected]. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

686 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs who are interested in going to college.
Title of Award: Rose Ellen Bills Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: There is no restriction on the course of study. Applicants must be U.S. residents and intend to work on a bachelor's degree. The minimum license requirement is general class. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

687 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to members of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) who are interested in attending college.
Title of Award: Richard G. Chichester Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students working on a bachelor's degree who have an amateur radio license of at least general class. Applicants must be members of the ARRL and recommended by an ARRL-affiliated club, although they do not need to be a member of the club. There is no restriction on the course of study. Preference is given to residents of Texas living in the metropolitan areas of Austin, Kerrville, or San Antonio. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

688 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs from Maryland who are interested in going to college.
Title of Award: Columbia Amateur Radio Association, Inc. Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be residents of Maryland, be working on a bachelor's degree, and have an amateur radio license of technician class or higher. There is no restriction on the course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Columbia Amateur Radio Association, Inc., P.O Box 911, Columbia, MD 21044-0911. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

689 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide money to licensed radio amateurs, especially those from the Washington, D.C. area, who are interested in going to college.
Title of Award: FAR Silent Key Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be residents of the United States, be working on a bachelor's degree, and have an amateur radio license of technician class or higher (preference is given to holders of higher license classes). There is no restriction on the course of study. Preference is given to residents of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and northern Virginia. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

690 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs in Maryland who are interested in going to college.
Title of Award: Frederick Amateur Radio Club Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be working on a bachelor's degree, hold an amateur radio license of any class, and reside within 150 miles of Frederick, Maryland. Preference is given to qualified applicants from Frederick County, Maryland. There is no restriction on the course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Frederick Amateur Radio Club, P.O. Box 1260, Frederick, MD 21701-0260. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

691 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs in Maryland who are interested in attending college on the undergraduate or graduate school level.
Title of Award: Free State Amateur Radio Club Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of Maryland who have a valid FCC amateur license with HF privileges. They must be working on an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree from a college or university in the United States. There is no restriction on the course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

692 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs in Wisconsin who are interested in working on a graduate or undergraduate degree.
Title of Award: Ozaukee Radio Club Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be residents of the state of Wisconsin and have a valid amateur radio license of any class. They must be working on a bachelor's or graduate degree. There is no restriction on the course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Ozaukee Radio Club, Inc., 9822 North Andover Court, Mequon, WI 53097. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

693 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding for college or graduate school to licensed radio amateurs who are recommended by members of the Quarter Century Wireless Association (QWCA).
Title of Award: Quarter Century Wireless Association Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 16 each year: 3 at $1,500 and 13 at $1,000. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,500 or $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to licensed radio amateurs who intend to work on an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree. There is no restriction on the course of study or license class. Further, there is no residence area preference. Applicants must be recommended by a member of the association but may not themselves be members. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

694 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs in the Maryland area who are interested in working on a college degree.
Title of Award: Ernest L. Walker, WB3DVL, Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be interested in working on a bachelor's degree, have an amateur radio license of any class, and reside within 150 miles of Baltimore, Maryland. Preference is given to Maryland residents. There is no restriction on the course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Baltimore Radio Amateur Television Society, P.O. Box 5915, Baltimore, MD 21282-5915. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

695 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs in Wisconsin who are interested in working on an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Title of Award: WARAC Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have an amateur radio license of any class, be a resident of Wisconsin, and be working on an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree. There is no restriction on course of study. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships, first awarded in 1988, are sponsored by the West Allis Radio Amateur Club, Inc. (WARAC), P.O. Box 1072, Milwaukee, WI 53201. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

696 ■ FOUNDATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO, INC.

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 831
Riverdale, MD 20738
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.amateurradio-far.org/scholarships.php
To provide funding to licensed radio amateurs (especially women) who are interested in earning a bachelor's or graduate degree in the United States.
Title of Award: Young Ladies' Radio League Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have at least an FCC Technician Class or equivalent foreign authorization and intend to work on a bachelor's or graduate degree in the United States. There are no restrictions on the course of study or residency location. Preference is given to female applicants. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for applications must be submitted by April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by the Young Ladies' Radio League. It includes the following named scholarships: the Ethel Smith-K4LMB Memorial Scholarship and the Mary Lou Brown-NM7N Memorial Scholarship. Recipients must attend an accredited school (university, college, or technical institute) on a full-time basis.

697 ■ FOUNDATION FOR RURAL SERVICE

Attn: Selection Committee
4121 Wilson Boulevard, Tenth Floor
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel: (703)351-2026
Fax: (703)351-2027
Web Site: http://www.frs.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors who live in rural areas of the United States.
Title of Award: Foundation for Rural Service College Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 25 each year: 1 per geographic region of NTCA membership, 1 to a student sponsored by an NTCA associate member, and 14 distributed proportionately to the number of applications received per region. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 (of which $500 is provided by the sponsoring NTCA member cooperative). Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who receive local telecommunications service from a current member of the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association (NTCA) that serves as a sponsor; associate NTCA members (businesses that provide goods and services to the telecommunications industry) may also sponsor a student. Applicants must live in a rural area, as defined by the Office of Rural Health Policy of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. They must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and have been accepted by an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or vocational/technical school. Along with their application, they must submit transcripts and information on their work experience, school activities, community and volunteer activities, awards and honors, and special circumstances such as family financial need. The must also submit a 300-word essay on 1 of 3 assigned topics. Preference is given to applicants who express an interest in returning to a rural community after graduation. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

698 ■ FOURTH MARINE DIVISION ASSOCIATION OF WWII

c/o Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
Tel: (609)921-3534
Free: 800-292-7777
Fax: (609)452-2259
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.marine-scholars.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the grandchildren of veterans who served with the Fourth Marine Division during World War II.
Title of Award: Fourth Marine Division Association of WWII Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends depend on the need of the recipient and the availability of funds. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to grandchildren of veterans who served with the Fourth Marine Division during World War II and are or were members of the Fourth Marine Division Association of World War II. Applicants must submit academic transcripts, a copy of their grandparent's honorable discharge, and a 300-word essay on topics that change periodically. Recently, they were invited to write on the topic, "What is the most valuable lesson you have learned and who was responsible for teaching it?" Only undergraduate study is supported. The family income of applicants must be less than $63,000 per year. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

699 ■ BLANCHE NAUGHER FOWLER CHARITABLE SCHOLARSHIP TRUST

c/o AmSouth Bank
Attn: Scholarship Trust
2330 University Boulevard
P.O. Box 2028
Tuscaloosa, AL 35403
Tel: (205)391-5720
Fax: (205)391-5598
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students attending colleges or universities in Alabama.
Title of Award: Blanche Naugher Fowler Charitable Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until completion of an undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree.
Eligibility Requirements: Applications may be submitted by students attending or accepted at a public or private nonprofit college or university (at least a 4-year baccalaureate-level institution) located in Alabama. Applicants must submit an application form, a transcript, a letter of admission or other evidence of acceptance to or enrollment in a school located in Alabama, SAT or ACT test scores, 2 letters of recommendation, a 1-page statement of educational and career goals and aspirations, and a list of all honors, activities, interests, and employment experiences. Financial need is not required, but applicants who wish to be considered on the basis of financial need must also submit a completed College Scholarship Service Financial Aid Form (FAF) and current tax return. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

700 ■ FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES

Attn: Eagles Memorial Foundation
4710 14th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
Tel: (941)758-5456
Fax: (941)758-4042
Web Site: http://www.foe.com
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of deceased members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Title of Award: Eagles Memorial Foundation Educational Grants Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $6,000 per school year are provided. Funds must be used for tuition, fees, books, and course-related supplies. Room and board expenses are not covered. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 4 additional years, provided the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and remains an unmarried dependent.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be the minor (under 25 years of age) unmarried children of a deceased parent who was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles or its Ladies Auxiliary at the time of death; the member must have died from injuries or diseases incurred within the scope of their employment.

701 ■ FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES

Attn: Eagles Memorial Foundation
4710 14th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34207
Tel: (941)758-5456
Fax: (941)758-4042
Web Site: http://www.foe.com
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of deceased members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles who died in action.
Title of Award: Eagles Memorial Foundation Educational Grants for Military and Other Service Personnel Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $6,000 per school year are provided. Funds must be used for tuition, fees, books, and course-related supplies. Room and board expenses are not covered. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 4 additional years, provided the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and remains an unmarried dependent.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be the minor (under 25 years of age) unmarried children of a deceased parent who was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles or its Ladies Auxiliary at the time of death; the member must have died from injuries or diseases incurred or aggravated in the line of duty while serving 1) in the armed forces of the United States or Canada; 2) as volunteer law enforcement officers in the United States; 3) as volunteer fire fighters; or 4) as volunteer emergency medical service officers.

702 ■ FREEDOM ALLIANCE

Attn: Scholarship Fund
22570 Markey Court, Suite 240
Dulles, VA 20166-6915
Tel: (703)444-7940
Free: 800-475-6620
Fax: (703)444-9893
Web Site: http://www.freedomalliance.org/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of deceased and disabled military personnel.
Title of Award: Freedom Alliance Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 70 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 3 additional years provided the recipient remains enrolled full time with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors, high school graduates, and undergraduate students who are dependent children of military personnel (soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, or Guardsman). The military parent must have been killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty or be currently classified as a POW or MIA. For disabled parents, the disability must be permanent, service-connected, and rated at 100% by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Family income must be less than $75,000. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word essay on what their parent's service means to them. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year.

703 ■ FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION OF KENTUCKY

P.O. Box 4779
Frankfort, KY 40604
Tel: (502)223-0622
Free: 800-866-3211
Fax: (502)223-0628
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fdaofky.com
To provide financial assistance to mortuary science students in Kentucky.
Title of Award: Funeral Directors Association of Kentucky Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Mortuary science Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to mortuary science students who have completed 1 year of an internship in Kentucky. Selection is based on financial need, academic performance, recommendations, and articulation of the applicant.

704 ■ FUNERAL SERVICE FOUNDATION

Attn: Executive Director
13625 Bishop's Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Tel: (262)789-1880; 877-402-5900
Web Site: http://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarships/index.htm
To provide financial assistance to mortuary science students.
Title of Award: Joseph E. Hagan Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Mortuary science Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrolment in a program of mortuary science accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Selection is based primarily on an essay of 400 to 500 words on the importance of the funeral ceremony and its effect on those who are grieving. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2000.

705 ■ FUNERAL SERVICE FOUNDATION

Attn: Executive Director
13625 Bishop's Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Tel: (262)789-1880; 877-402-5900
Web Site: http://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarships/index.htm
To provide financial assistance to mortuary science students.
Title of Award: Key Memories Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Mortuary science Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited program of mortuary science. Selection is based primarily on an essay of 500 words or more on the following topic: "With the trend in funeral preferences moving from traditional burial, describe how you, as a funeral director, would provide personalized service, regardless of the family's choice of final disposition." Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program operates jointly with Keystone Group Holdings, Inc., 400 North Ashley Drive, Suite 1900, Tampa, FL 33602, (813) 225-4650, (888) 788-7526, Fax: (813) 225-4655.

706 ■ MIKE GALLAGHER SHOW CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

Attn: Educational Assistance Fund
350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1818
New York, NY 10118
Tel: (212)244-5311
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gallaghersarmy.com
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of armed forces personnel killed in action while fighting the war on terror.
Title of Award: Gallagher's Army Educational Assistance Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the children of members of the U.S. armed forces who were killed in action while fighting the war on terror. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are graduating from high school and entering an accredited college or university as a full-time student. They must submit a statement describing their educational goals and why they need assistance. Additional Information: This program, established in 2005, is supported by General Steel Corporation.

707 ■ GATEWAY HEMOPHILIA ASSOCIATION

11404 Gravois, Lower Level
St. Louis, MO 63126
Tel: (314)729-0233; (866)729-0233
Fax: (314)729-7033
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gatewayhemophilia.org/events
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members of the Gateway Hemophilia Association.
Title of Award: Gateway Hemophilia Association Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the association who also have a bleeding disorder. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited vocational/technical school, college, university, or graduate school. Selection is based on potential to succeed, academic achievement, leadership, participation in school and community activities, and unusual personal or family circumstances. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The Gateway Hemophilia Association is the Missouri affiliate of the National Hemophilia Association.

708 ■ GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS OF VERMONT

c/o Kathy Moaratty, Scholarship Chair
183 Power House Road
Canaan, VT 05903
Tel: (802)266-3031
E-mail: [email protected]
To provide financial assistance for college to displaced homemakers in Vermont.
Title of Award: Barbara Jean Barker Memorial Scholarship for a Displaced Homemaker Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 to 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend ranges from $500 to $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be Vermont residents who have been homemakers (primarily) for at least 15 years and have lost their main means of support through death, divorce, separation, spouse's long-time illness, or spouse's long-time unemployment. Applicants must be interested in upgrading their skills so they can work outside the home. As part of the application process, they must submit a completed application form and a letter of recommendation (from a personal friend or their postsecondary school). Selection is based on the information provided in the application form and a personal interview (finalists only). Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

709 ■ GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION

Chevrolet Motor Division
Attn: GM Scholarship Administration Center
700 West Fifth Avenue
Mail Code 2001
Naperville, IL 60563
888-377-5233
E-mail: [email protected]
To provide financial assistance for college to African American high school seniors.
Title of Award: Chevrolet Excellence in Education Award for African American Students Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to African American students currently completing the senior year of high school with sufficient credits to graduate in the spring term with a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Applicants must be planning to enrolled in an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the following fall. They must be able to demonstrate both academic excellence and community service (e.g., activities, volunteerism, work experience) and be a U.S. citizen or have eligibility to work in the United States. Along with their application, they must include a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or administrator, official transcripts from their high school, and a personal statement (500 to 750 words) about how their high school experiences (academics, extracurricular activities, outside activities, work experience) have prepared them for college and why they should be considered for this scholarship. Selection is based on that statement, academic performance, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, and career and educational aspirations. Financial need is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors Corporation.

710 ■ GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION

Chevrolet Motor Division
Attn: GM Scholarship Administration Center
700 West Fifth Avenue
Mail Code 2001
Naperville, IL 60563
888-377-5233
E-mail: [email protected]
To provide financial assistance for college to Hispanic American high school seniors.
Title of Award: Chevrolet Excellence in Education Award for Hispanic Students Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hispanic students currently completing the senior year of high school with sufficient credits to graduate in the spring term with a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Applicants must be planning to enrolled in an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the following fall. They must be able to demonstrate both academic excellence and community service (e.g., activities, volunteerism, work experience) and be a U.S. citizen or have eligibility to work in the United States. Along with their application, they must include a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher or administrator, official transcripts from their high school, and a personal statement (500 to 750 words) about how their high school experiences (academics, extracurricular activities, outside activities, work experience) have prepared them for college and why they should be considered for this scholarship. Selection is based on that statement, academic performance, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, and career and educational aspirations. Financial need is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors Corporation.

711 ■ GENERAL MOTORS MINORITY DEALERS ASSOCIATION

29433 Southfield Road, Suite 210
Southfield, MI 48076
Tel: (248)552-9040; 888-377-5233
Fax: (248)552-9022
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gmmda.org
To provide financial assistance for college to ethnic minority high school seniors and college students.
Title of Award: General Motors Minority Dealers Association Minority Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 18 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to ethnic minority graduating high school seniors and current college students who are enrolled or planning to enroll full time at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the United States. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a personal statement of 500 to 750 words explaining 1) how their school experiences, including academics, extracurricular activities, outside activities, and work experiences, are shaping their educational and career goals, and 2) why they should be considered for this scholarship. Selection is based on that statement, academic excellence, leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, education, and career aspirations. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 2004.

712 ■ GEOFFREY FOUNDATION

Ocean Avenue
P.O. Box 1112
Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Tel: (207)967-5798
To provide financial assistance to deaf students who attend school with hearing students and communicate using spoken language.
Title of Award: Geoffrey Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. The foundation awards grants in excess of $30,000 each year to children and college students. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies, depending upon the needs of the recipient. Duration: 1 year or longer.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are hearing impaired (severe to profound hearing loss greater than 80 dB) and are utilizing an auditory-verbal approach to communication. Applicant must be currently enrolled or planning to attend a preschool, elementary school, junior high or high school, or college for hearing students on a full-time basis in the forthcoming year. They must submit a current audiogram plus 3 letters of recommendation. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The foundation is closely aligned with Auditory-Verbal International, Inc. and the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf. Funds are also available to support hearing research as well as programs, initiatives, or organizations of interest to the foundation. Applications may be requested only by mail.

713 ■ GEORGIA ASSOCIATION OF HOMES AND SERVICES FOR CHILDREN

Attn: Celebration of Excellence
34 Peachtree Street, N.W., Suite 1710
Atlanta, GA 30303
Tel: (404)572-6170
Fax: (404)572-6171
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.celebrationofexcellence.org
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to residents of Georgia who have been in foster care.
Title of Award: Celebration of Excellence Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for a total of 4 years of undergraduate and/or graduate study.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Georgia residents who were in the custody of the Georgia Department of Family and Children Services or placed at a licensed private residential program at the time of their 18th birthday. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an approved college, university, vocational program, or graduate school. They must submit an essay of 3 to 5 pages that discusses their educational and career goals, their extracurricular activities and community involvement, and why they think this scholarship will help them reach their goals. Selection is based on that essay, transcripts, SAT/ACT scores, 2 letters of reference, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

714 ■ GEORGIA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND

c/o Debbie Williams, Scholarship Committee Chair
1477 Nebo Road
Dallas, GA 30157
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.georgiacounciloftheblind.org/scholarship.aspx
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to students in Georgia who have visual impairments or parents with visual impairments.
Title of Award: Georgia Council of the Blind Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $1,000 per year are available. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Georgia who are either 1) visually impaired or legally blind or 2) the sighted children of parents who are visually impaired or legally blind. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a vocational/technical school, a 2-year or 4-year college, or a master's or doctoral program. All fields of study are eligible. Selection is based on academic transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation, a 1-page typed statement of the applicant's educational goals, an audio cassette recording of the applicant reading the goals statement, extracurricular activities, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 1988.

715 ■ GEORGIA ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION

2100 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084
Tel: (770)270-6950
Free: 800-544-4362
Fax: (770)270-7335
Web Site: http://www.georgiaemc.com
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of areas served by Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (GEMC).
Title of Award: Walter Harrison Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 7 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and current undergraduates who are members or employees of 1 of the 36 regional affiliates of GEMC. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a college or technical school in Georgia. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page autobiographical sketch, high school or college transcripts, SAT scores, 2 letters of recommendation, and documentation of financial need. They must submit their application to their EMC; each EMC may submit 1 application for each $1,000 that it has contributed to the scholarship fund. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1985.

716 ■ GEORGIA GUARD INSURANCE TRUST

P.O. Box 889
Mableton, GA 30126
Tel: (770)739-9651
Free: 800-229-1053
Fax: (770)745-0673
Web Site: http://www.ngaga.org/scholarship.html
To provide assistance for business or vocational education to members of the Georgia National Guard and their spouses, children, and grandchildren.
Title of Award: National Guard of Georgia Scholarship Fund for Business and Vocational School Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: Up to 2 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to policyholders with the Georgia Guard Insurance Trust who are members of the National Guard Association of Georgia (NGAGA) or the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of Georgia (EANGGA); spouses, children, and grandchildren of NGAGA and EANGGA members; and unmarried widow(er)s, children, and grandchildren of deceased NGAGA and EANGGA members. Applicants must meet program-specific admission standards and institutional requirements and complete all admission procedures for admission to a degree/diploma program in regular program status. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

717 ■ GEORGIA GUARD INSURANCE TRUST

P.O. Box 889
Mableton, GA 30126
Tel: (770)739-9651
Free: 800-229-1053
Fax: (770)745-0673
Web Site: http://www.ngaga.org/scholarship.html
To provide money for college to members of the Georgia National Guard and their spouses, children, and grandchildren.
Title of Award: National Guard of Georgia Scholarship Fund for College Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $5,000 per year. Duration: Up to 5 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to policyholders with the Georgia Guard Insurance Trust who are members of the National Guard Association of Georgia (NGAGA) or the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of Georgia (EANGGA); spouses, children, and grandchildren of NGAGA and EANGGA members; and unmarried widow(er)s, children, and grandchildren of deceased NGAGA and EANGGA members. Applicants who are high school seniors must have a combined SAT score of at least 1000 or a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants already enrolled in a college or university must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Full-time undergraduate enrollment is required.

718 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org
To provide financial assistance to high school students in Georgia who are enrolled concurrently in college-level courses.
Title of Award: Accel Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Accel Scholars who attend public colleges or universities receive full tuition and mandatory fees plus a book allowance of $300 per academic year. The stipend for Accel Scholarships at private colleges and universities is $125 per semester hour, or up to $3,000 per year; funds may be used only for tuition and mandatory fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for 1 additional year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Georgia residents who are enrolled simultaneously as a junior or senior at an eligible public or private high school in the state and at an eligible Georgia public or private postsecondary institution. Applicants must be taking college degree-level courses in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, or foreign language. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Additional Information: This program, established in 2004, is funded by the Georgia Lottery for Education.

719 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/gsfc/grants/dsp_ggov.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to outstanding high school seniors in Georgia.
Title of Award: Georgia Governor's Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2,828 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is currently $804 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years if the recipient maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and full-time enrollment.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are Georgia residents planning to attend accredited institutions of higher education in the state as full-time entering freshmen. They must be graduating from a Georgia high school as a STAR Student or valedictorian and be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Additional Information: Information about this program, which began in the 1985-86 school year, is also available from local high school counselors.

720 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/gsfc/grants/dsp_glepd.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to children of disabled or deceased Georgia law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and prison guards.
Title of Award: Georgia Law Enforcement Personnel Dependents Grant Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specifiedLevel of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 20 of these grants were awarded. Funds Available: The grant is $2,000 per academic year, not to exceed $8,000 during an entire program of study. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed (if satisfactory progress is maintained) for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are dependent children of law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and prison guards in Georgia who have been permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty. Applicants must be enrolled as full-time undergraduate students in a Georgia private or public college, university, or technical institution. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status and compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act are required. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year.

721 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division 2082
East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/gsfc/grants/dsp_leap.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of Georgia who demonstrate financial need.
Title of Award: Georgia LEAP Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3,008 of these grants were awarded. Funds Available: The maximum grant is $2,000 per academic year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed (if satisfactory progress is maintained) for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Georgia residents who are enrolled as regular undergraduate students in an eligible Georgia public or private college, university, or technical college. Applicants must be able to demonstrate substantial financial need and must be eligible for a federal Pell Grant. They must be at least a half-time student maintaining satisfactory academic progress. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status and compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act are required. Additional Information: This program began in 2001.

722 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/gsfa/SCL/dsp_gngscel.cfm
To provide forgivable loans to members of the Georgia National Guard who are interested in working on an undergraduate degree.
Title of Award: Georgia National Guard Service Cancelable Educational Loans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The maximum loan is equal to the tuition charged by the University of Georgia; currently, that is $1,819 per semester. Loans may be cancelled by service in the Guard during the period in which the loan is applicable. If the borrower falls below half-time enrollment or otherwise become ineligible, the loan must be repaid with interest of 8%. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years provided the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Georgia National Guard who are interested in working on a bachelor's or associate degree at an eligible college, university, or technical/vocational school in the state. Applicants must maintain good military standing as a member of the Guard and satisfactory academic progress as determined by their school. They must be enrolled at least half time.

723 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/gsfc/grants/dsp_gps.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of Georgia public safety officers who have been permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty.
Title of Award: Georgia Public Safety Memorial Grant Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 18 of these grants were awarded. Funds Available: The award covers the cost of attendance at a public postsecondary school in Georgia, minus any other aid received. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed (if satisfactory progress is maintained) for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to dependent children of Georgia law enforcement officers, fire fighters, EMT, correction officers, or prison guards who have been permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted as full-time undergraduate students in a Georgia public college, university, or technical institution and be in compliance with the Georgia Drug-Free Postsecondary Education Act. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 1994.

724 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/HOPE/index.cfm
To help outstanding students who are interested in earning a certificate or diploma at a public technical institute in Georgia.
Title of Award: HOPE Grants for Certificate and Diploma Programs Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: These grants pay tuition and mandatory fees at public technical institutes in Georgia, along with a book allowance of up to $300 per year. Duration: This assistance may be used for a total of 2 technical programs of study leading to a certificate or diploma.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Georgia residents who are working on a certificate or diploma in a non-degree program of study at a public institution in the state. The certificate or degree program must be approved by the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult education or be a comparable program approved by the Board of Regents. Continuing education programs are not eligible. Additional Information: HOPE stands for Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally. Full-time enrollment is not required.

725 ■ GEORGIA STUDENT FINANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarships and Grants Division
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 200
Tucker, GA 30084-5305
Tel: (770)724-9000
Free: 800-505-GSFC
Fax: (770)724-9089
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gsfc.org/HOPE/index.cfm
To provide financial assistance to outstanding students who are attending or planning to attend a college or university in Georgia.
Title of Award: HOPE Scholarships for Degree-Seeking Students Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: HOPE Scholars who attend public colleges or universities receive full tuition and mandatory fees plus a book allowance of $300 per academic year. The stipend for HOPE Scholarships at private colleges and universities is up to $3,000 per year; funds may be used only for tuition and mandatory fees. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years if the recipient maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in college.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Georgia residents who are attending or planning to attend a college or university within the state. Students who are applying as high school seniors must have earned at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA if they followed the college preparatory track in high school or a 3.2 cumulative GPA if they followed a technical/career track. The college preparatory diploma requires completion of 4 units of English, 4 units of mathematics, 3 units of social studies, 3 units of science, and 2 units of a foreign language. The technical/career diploma requires completion of 4 units of English, 3 units of mathematics, 3 units of social studies, and 3 units of science. Students who are applying for the first time as college students must have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher in college regardless of their high school GPA. Students who complete home study requirements may receive a scholarship retroactively if they earn a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their first year of college. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Additional Information: HOPE stands for Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally. Full-time enrollment (at least 12 hours) is required.

726 ■ GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA

Attn: Program, Membership, and Research
420 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10018-2798
Tel: (212)852-8000
Free: 800-GSUSA-4U
Web Site: http://www.girlscouts.org/program/gs_central/scholarships
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Girl Scouts of America who have achieved its Gold Award.
Title of Award: Elks Gold Award Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 8 each year: 1 in each Girl Scout Service Area. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Gold Award winners who are graduating high school seniors. Applicants must be planning to attend an accredited college or university. Selection is based on academics, activities, community involvement, leadership, and pursuit of individual interests. Deadline for Receipt: Each Girl Scout Council sets its own deadline, but each council must submit its top application to headquarters by the end of April of each year. Additional Information: Funding for this program is provided by the Elks National Foundation.

727 ■ GIRLS INCORPORATED

Attn: Scholarships and Awards
120 Wall Street, Third Floor
New York, NY 10005-3902
Tel: (212)509-2000
Free: 800-374-4475
Fax: (212)509-8708
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.girls-inc.org
To provide financial assistance for college to Girls Incorporated members.
Title of Award: Girls Incorporated National Scholars Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Up to 20 each year: 7 to 10 at $15,000 and 10 at $2,500. Funds Available: The scholarships are either $15,000 or $2,500. Funds are held in escrow and paid directly to the recipient's college, professional school, or technical institute. Duration: Up to 5 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of Girls Incorporated affiliates who are currently in high school (in grades 11 or 12) and have been members of the association for at least 2 years. They must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Selection is based on extracurricular activities, goals and objectives, soundness of ideas, motivation, communication skills, and presentation. Financial need is not considered. Academic record is of secondary importance. Additional Information: This program was established in 1992 and replaces the Reader's Digest Career Key Awards. Funds may not be used for education at a vocational or technical school.

728 ■ GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 280334
Columbia, SC 29228
Tel: (803)951-7371
Fax: (803)359-4892
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gfoasc.com/scholarshp.html
To provide financial assistance to South Carolina residents who are majoring in accounting, finance, or business administration at a college in the state.
Title of Award: Willa S. Bellamy Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Accounting; Business administration; Finance Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of South Carolina who are currently enrolled as a rising sophomore, junior, or senior at a public college or university in the state. Applicants must be enrolled full time and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a major in finance, accounting, or business administration with a concentration in accounting or finance. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

729 ■ GOVERNOR'S COALITION FOR YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES

Attn: Karen Burgess
P.O. Box 2485
Hartford, CT 06146-2485
Tel: (860)263-6018
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gcyd.org
To provide financial assistance for college to Connecticut residents who have a disability.
Title of Award: Governor's Coalition for Youth with Disabilities Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: The number of national scholarships varies each year; 4 Connecticut State University scholarships (1 at each campus) and 12 community college scholarships (1 at each college) are awarded each year. Since the program began, 174 students with disabilities from 82 Connecticut towns have received support from this program. Funds Available: For students at colleges and universities nationwide, the stipend is $3,000. For students at Connecticut State Universities, the stipend is $500 per semester. For students at Connecticut community colleges, the stipend is up to $2,672 per year. Duration: 1 year. National scholarships are nonrenewable, Connecticut State University scholarships may be renewed for a total of 8 semesters, and Connecticut community college scholarships may be renewed for a total of 3 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Connecticut residents with a disability who are graduating high school seniors. Applicants must be planning to attend 1) a college or university in Connecticut or any other state; 2) any of the 4 campuses of the Connecticut State University System; or 3) any of the 12 Connecticut community colleges. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, transcripts, information on their high school activities and work experience, a statement on how they feel this scholarship will assist them in their career, and an essay of 1 to 2 pages describing their disability and how they have overcome the challenges it has presented. Applications must be submitted to high school counselors. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1994 with support from the governor of Connecticut and many business, labor, and individual donors in the state.

730 ■ GRAND PORTAGE TRIBAL COUNCIL

Attn: Education Director
P.O. Box 428
Grand Portage, MN 55605
Tel: (218)475-0121
Fax: (218)475-2284
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.grandportage.com/tribal.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate study to Minnesota Chippewa Tribe members.
Title of Award: Grand Portage Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the award is based on the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for a total of 10 semesters or 15 quarters to complete a 4-year degree program if recipients maintain full-time enrollment and a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Adjustments are considered for part-time and/or graduate study.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be an enrolled member of the Grand Portage Band of Chippewa or have a parent who is enrolled. They must be enrolled at or accepted for enrollment at an accredited training program or degree-granting college or university and have applied for all other forms of financial aid. Residents of states other than Minnesota are eligible only for college or university study, not for vocational training. Deadline for Receipt: At least 8 weeks before school starts.

731 ■ EARL G. GRAVES LTD.

Attn: College Financial Newsletter
130 Fifth Avenue, Tenth Floor
New York, NY 10011-4399
Tel: (212)242-8000
Web Site: http://www.blackenterprise.com
To provide financial assistance to college students who utilize the College Financial Newsletter of BlackEnterprise.com.
Title of Award: College Financial Newsletter Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled full time in a recognized college or university within the United States. Applicants must register online to utilize the College Financial e-Newsletter. Selection is based on a random drawing. Additional Information: This program began in 2005.

732 ■ GREAT COMEBACKS AWARD PROGRAM

c/o ConvaTec Customer Interaction Center
P.O. Box 5254
Princeton, NJ 08543-5254
800-422-8811
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.greatcomebacks.com/us/awardprogram/index.html
To provide financial assistance to college students with an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or other related physical conditions.
Title of Award: Ina Brudnick Scholarship Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to people under 24 years of age who have undergone an ostomy and/or have an IBD (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis). Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit statements on how their life has been changed or affected by IBD or their ostomy, who or what helped them most in getting through their physical and emotional struggle, what advice they would give to someone struggling with IBD and/or facing ostomy surgery, and their dreams of what they want to accomplish in the future. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: This scholarship is provided by ConvaTec, a Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.

733 ■ GREAT LAKES HEMOPHILIA FOUNDATION

638 North 18th Street, Suite 108
P.O. Box 704
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0704
Tel: (414)257-0200; 888-797-GLHF
Fax: (414)257-1225
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.glhf.org/scholar.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to Wisconsin residents with a bleeding disorder and their families.
Title of Award: Great Lakes Hemophilia Foundation Education and Training Assistance Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Several each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Wisconsin who have a bleeding disorder and their parents, spouses, children, and siblings. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend college, vocational school, technical school, or a certification program. Adults who require retraining because they can no longer function in their chosen field as a result of health complications from bleeding disorders are also eligible. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

734 ■ GREATER BENEFICIAL UNION OF PITTSBURGH

Attn: GBU Foundation
4254 Clairton Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15227-3394
Tel: (412)884-5100
Free: 800-765-4GBU
Fax: (412)884-9815
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gbu.org/foundatn.htm
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to members and annuitants of the Greater Beneficial Union of Pittsburgh (GBU).
Title of Award: Greater Beneficial Union Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: A total of 38 scholarships are awarded each year, including 10 to high school seniors (1 of whom is designated to receive the Bert Waltenberger Memorial Scholarship), 7 to undergraduates in bachelor's degree programs, 7 to graduate students, 6 to students in 2-year programs, and 9 1-time grants. Funds Available: For high school seniors entering college, the stipend is $1,000 for the freshman year and $500 per year for the next 3 years. For the Bert Waltenberger Memorial Scholarship, the stipend is $1,500 for the freshman year and $750 per year for the next 3 years. Stipends are $500 per year for students enrolled in undergraduate programs leading to a bachelor's degree, students enrolled in 2-year programs, graduate students, and recipients of 1-year grants. Duration: Scholarships are for 4 years for high school seniors, 3 years for students enrolled in bachelor-degree programs, 2 years for students enrolled in 2-year programs and graduate students, or 1 year for other recipients.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to GBU members and annuitants who are high school seniors; undergraduates enrolled in a 4-year college or university or 2-year technical school, nursing school, or community college; or graduate students. Selection is based on academic record, activities, and club memberships. The Bert Waltenberger Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a high school senior applicant who demonstrates involvement in German-related programs and sports activities. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: The Greater Beneficial Union was founded in 1892 by German immigrants to promote German cultural activities and events. As a fraternal benefit society, it is currently licensed to conduct business in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. It established this scholarship program in 1962. The GBU life policy or annuity must continue in force during the tenure of the scholarship.

735 ■ GREATER WASHINGTON URBAN LEAGUE

Attn: Parent Center 2901
14th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
Tel: (202)265-8200
Fax: (202)387-7019
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gwulparentcenter.org
To provide financial assistance for college to graduating high school seniors in the service area of the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL).
Title of Award: Anheuser-Busch Urban Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in the GWUL service area. Applicants must write a 500-word essay on the value of education, have completed 90% of their school district's community service requirement, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Their family income must be less than $40,000 per year. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Applications are available from high school counselors, local libraries, or the GWUL office. This program is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc.

736 ■ GREATER WASHINGTON URBAN LEAGUE

Attn: Parent Center
2901 14th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
Tel: (202)265-8200
Fax: (202)387-7019
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gwulparentcenter.org
To provide financial assistance for college to graduating high school seniors in the service area of the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL).
Title of Award: Nationwide Insurance/Greater Washington Urban League Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,300 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in the GWUL service area. Applicants must write an essay on a subject selected annually by the sponsors, have completed 90% of their school district's community service requirement, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 2003, is sponsored by Nationwide Insurance.

737 ■ GREATER WASHINGTON URBAN LEAGUE

Attn: Parent Center
2901 14th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
Tel: (202)265-8200
Fax: (202)387-7019
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gwulparentcenter.org
To provide financial assistance for college to graduating high school seniors in the service area of the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL).
Title of Award: Safeway/Greater Washington Urban League Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in the GWUL service area. Applicants must write an essay on a subject selected annually by the sponsors, have completed 90% of their school district's community service requirement, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Applications are available from high school counselors, local libraries, the GWUL office, or local stores of Safeway (which sponsors the program).

738 ■ TIM & TOM GULLIKSON FOUNDATION

Attn: Executive Director
175 North Main Street
Branford, CT 06405 888-GULLIKSON
Web Site: http://www.gullikson.com
To provide financial assistance for college to patients or survivors and/or children of patients or survivors of brain tumors.
Title of Award: Tim & Tom Gullikson Foundation College Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; a maximum of $25,000 is available for these scholarships each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $5,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the recipient's school and may be used for tuition, fees, books, room, and board. Duration: 1 year. Recipients may reapply up to 3 additional years; however, the total money awarded to each recipient cannot exceed $20,000.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors, high school graduates, and currently-enrolled or returning college students. Applicants must be brain tumor patients/survivors and/or children of brain tumor patients or survivors. Special consideration is given to applicants who have a connection to the tennis community. Financial need is considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

739 ■ GUY AND GLORIA MUTO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, INC.

P.O. Box 60159
Sacramento, CA 95860
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ggmuto.org
To provide financial assistance for college to individuals (or their immediate families) who are working in the swimming pool and spa industry.
Title of Award: Guy and Gloria Muto Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 6 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends up to $1,000 are available. Award checks are made out jointly to the recipient and the recipient's school or agency and may only be used for the course of study, not travel, lodging, food, etc. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to applicants engaged in any way in the swimming pool and spa industry (or their immediate family members). Immediate family is defined as husband, wife, or children under the age of 30. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an academic course, certification program, trade or technical course, or other educational program. Along with their application, they must submit a statement on why they want to take this program or course of study and how they think it will help them in their business or professional life. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: No written requests for applications will be accepted. Applications are available only through the web site.

740 ■ JOHN GYLES EDUCATION FUND

Attn: Secretary
165 Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 4808, Station A
Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 5G4
Tel: (506)459-7460
Web Site: http://www.johngyleseducationcenter.com
To provide financial assistance for college to American and Canadian residents.
Title of Award: John Gyles Education Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends up to $3,000 are provided. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students who are citizens of the United States or Canada. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on their career plans, goals, and personal ambitions. Selection is based on academic ability, financial need, and other criteria. Deadline for Receipt: May or November of each year. Additional Information: This fund was established in 1990. Recipients may use the funds to study in any subject area. Applications must be accompanied by a $7 service fee.

741 ■ HANSCOM OFFICERS' WIVES' CLUB

Attn: Scholarship Chair
P.O. Box 557
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (781)275-1251
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hanscomowc.org
To provide financial assistance for college to spouses and children of military personnel and veterans in New England.
Title of Award: Hanscom Officers' Wives' Club Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 17 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,200 to $4,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and spouses living in New England who are dependents of active-duty, retired, or deceased military members of any branch of service. Also eligible are dependents of military recruiters working in the New York area and students living elsewhere but whose military sponsor is stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base. Applicants must demonstrate qualities of responsibility, leadership, scholastics, citizenship, and diversity of interest. They must have a valid military identification card and be working on or planning to work on a bachelor's or associate degree. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on their educational goals, how their educational experience will help prepare them to pursue future goals, and how they intend to apply their education to better their community. The Chief of Staff Award is presented to the highest-ranked high school applicant. The Carmen Schipper Memorial Award is presented to the highest-ranked spouse applicant. The Scott Corey Scholarship is awarded to another spouse applicant. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The Paul Revere Chapter of the Air Force Association sponsors the Chief of Staff Award. Other sponsors include the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association, Boeing Company, First Command Educational Foundation, Association of Old Crows, Air Force Sergeants Association, Company Grade Officer's Council, and Patriot Senior Noncommissioned Officer's Council.

742 ■ HAWAII ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND

1255 Nuuanu Avenue, Number 1102
Honolulu, HI 96817
Tel: (808)521-6213
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acb.org/hawaii/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to blind residents of Hawaii.
Title of Award: Hawaii Association of the Blind Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends are at least $500 per semester ($1,000 per year). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who meet the legal definition of blindness or visual impairment. Applicants must be members of the American Council of the Blind but may not be members of any other national organization for the blind. They must submit high school and/or college transcripts, 2 letters of reference, and a 2-page letter describing their educational goals. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year for fall semester; November of each year for spring semester. Additional Information: Information is also available from Don Thomson, Scholarship Chair, (808) 455-0367, E-mail: [email protected].

743 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance for college to Protestants who are ministers, the dependents of ministers in Hawaii, or students preparing for the ministry.
Title of Award: Juliette M. Atherton Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified; Religion Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Professional, Postdoctoral, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 76 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,691 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) the dependent sons or daughters of ordained and active Protestant ministers in an established denomination in Hawaii; 2) students planning to attend an accredited graduate school of theology with the goal of being ordained in an established Protestant denomination; 3) ordained Protestant ministers in an established denomination in Hawaii planning to work on an advanced degree related to their ministerial profession; or 4) ordained Protestant ministers in an established denomination in Hawaii planning to pursue education in a field related to ministry through course work, workshops, or seminars. Applicants must be residents of the state of Hawaii, able to demonstrate financial need, interested in attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university as full-time students, and able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher). Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend school in Hawaii or on the mainland.

744 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance for college to disabled public employees in Hawaii or their dependents.
Title of Award: Troy Barboza Education Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies, depending upon the needs of the recipient and the funds available. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) disabled public employees in Hawaii who were injured in the line of duty or 2) dependents or other immediate family members of public employees in Hawaii who were disabled or killed in the line of duty. The public employee must work or have worked in a job where lives are risked for the protection and safety of others. The injury must have left the employee incapacitated or incapable or continuing in his or her profession and must have occurred after October 22, 1977. Also eligible are private citizens who have performed a heroic act for the protection and welfare of others. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

745 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance for college to seniors at high schools in Hawaii.
Title of Award: Cayetano Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 10 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors at public and private high schools in Hawaii who plan to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student. Applicants must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 3.5 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, they must write a short statement describing their participation in community service projects or activities and an essay asking them to imagine they are in their late 50s and reflecting on the major accomplishments of their adult life. Preference is given to applicants with the greatest financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

746 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in studying at a college or university in that state.
Title of Award: Dolly Ching Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools on the island of Kaua'i who are planning to attend a branch of the University of Hawai'i system (including the community colleges) as a full-time undergraduate student. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 3.0 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Preference is given to applicants with the greatest financial need and who demonstrate greatest community service. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

747 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in preparing for a career in occupational therapy.
Title of Award: Laura N. Dowsett Fund Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Occupational therapy Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who are studying occupational therapy as full-time juniors, seniors, or graduate students. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

748 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in studying business at 1 of the campuses of the University of Hawai'i.
Title of Award: Oscar and Rosetta Fish Fund Area, Field, or Subject: Business administration Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 30 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,867. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who are interested in studying business on the undergraduate or graduate school level at any campus of the University of Hawai'i except Manoa. Applicants must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1999. Recipients must be full-time students.

749 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to women tennis players in Hawaii who are just beginning college.
Title of Award: Jean Fitzgerald Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 5 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to female Hawaiian residents who have been active members of the Hawai'i Pacific Tennis Association for at least 4 years and are entering their freshman year in college as full-time students. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

750 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in attending college or graduate school and have been in the foster care (or similar) system.
Title of Award: Victoria S. and Bradley L. Geist Foundation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 54 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $2,400. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who are permanently separated from their parents and currently in (or formerly in) the foster care system. Applicants must be or planning to become full-time students at the undergraduate or graduate school level. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement, good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must 1) write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals, and 2) supply a confirmation letter from their social worker, foster parent, hanai parent, or other appropriate individual. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

751 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in attending college or graduate school and have turned their lives around after facing social problems.
Title of Award: Ho'omaka Hou Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who have turned their lives around after facing social problems (e.g., substance abuse, domestic violence). Applicants must be or planning to become full-time students at the undergraduate or graduate school level. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

752 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to residents of Hawaii's Big Island who are interested in attending college or graduate school on that island.
Title of Award: Arthur Jackman Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of the island of Hawaii who are attending or planning to attend a college or vocational school on that island. Applicants must plan full-time study on the undergraduate (preferred) or graduate school level. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This scholarship was first offered in 2002. Information is available from the foundation's Waimea Office, (808) 885-2174.

753 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of designated areas of Hawaii.
Title of Award: Tommy Lee Memorial Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors residing in the Waialua or Haleiwa areas who plan to attend an accredited college or university. Applicants must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, they must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland. This program was established in 1996.

754 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to residents of Hawaii who are interested in preparing for a career in business administration.
Title of Award: George Mason Business Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: Business administration Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 1 of these scholarships was awarded. Funds Available: The amount of the award depends on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Hawaii who are entering their senior year at a 4-year college or university in the state. Applicants must be majoring in business administration. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 3.0 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, they must write a short statement indicating why they have chosen business as an intended career and how they expect to make a difference in the business world. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

755 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to residents of Hawaii's Big Island who are interested in attending college and returning to the Island.
Title of Award: John M. Ross Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 12 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Hawaii's Big Island; preference is given to those born on and with ancestors from this area who plan to remain or return to the Big Island. Applicants must plan full-time study on the undergraduate level. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, their career goals, and their intention to remain or return to the Big Island. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend college in Hawaii or on the mainland.

756 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents of Japanese ancestry who are interested in attending college.
Title of Award: Eizo and Toyo Sakumoto Trust Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 43 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, the stipend was $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents of Japanese ancestry who are enrolled in or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university in Hawaii. Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students and able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 3.5 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. They must have been born in Hawaii. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

757 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are attending college in the state at schools other than the University of Hawai'i.
Title of Award: Toraji and Toki Yoshinaga Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient; recently, stipends averaged $1,250. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who are sophomores attending college at a school in the state that is not part of the University of Hawai'i system. Applicants must meet at least 3 of the following criteria: 1) born in Hawaii; 2) graduate of a Hawaii high school; 3) registered to vote in Hawaii; and 4) lived in Hawaii for 4 years. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher), good moral character, and financial need. In addition to filling out the standard application form, applicants must write a short statement indicating their reasons for attending college, their planned course of study, and their career goals. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1999. Recipients must be full-time students.

758 ■ HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Attn: Education Services Officer
3949 Diamond Head Road
Honolulu, HI 96816-4495
Tel: (808)733-4120
Fax: (808)735-9208
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.dod.state.hi.us/education/state_tuition.html
To provide tuition assistance to members of the Hawaii Army National Guard who are attending public colleges and universities in the state.
Title of Award: Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Current stipends for full-time enrollment per semester are $756 at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, $570 at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo, $475 at the University of Hawai'i-West Oahu, or $516 at all the community college campuses. For part-time enrollment, the rates per credit hour are $63 at Manoa, $48 at Hilo, $40 at West Oahu, or $43 at the community colleges. Duration: 1 semester; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Hawaii who are members of the Hawaii Army National Guard at the rank of enlisted, warrant officer, or company grade officer (O1 through O3). Applicants must be attending or planning to attend 1 of the following 2-year or 4-year campuses of the University of Hawai'i: University of Hawai'i at Manoa, University of Hawai'i at Hilo, University of Hawai'i-West Oahu, University of Hawai'i-Hawaii Community College, University of Hawai'i-Honolulu Community College, University of Hawai'i-Kapiolani Community College, University of Hawai'i-Kauai Community College, University of Hawai'i-Leeward Community College, University of Hawai'i-Maui Community College, and University of Hawai'i-Windward Community College. They may not 1) have earned a bachelor's or master's degree; 2) have completed 90 or more semester hours at a community college without receiving an associate degree; or 3) have completed 150 or more semester hours at a 4-year college without receiving a bachelor's degree. First priority is given to first-term enlisted members who have less than 6 years of duty (active or reserve). Second priority is given to applicants who are enrolled in the Army OCS/ROTC/SMP program. All other applicants are considered as third priority.

759 ■ HAWAI'I HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION

Attn: Hawaii Hotel Industry Foundation
2250 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 404-4
Honolulu, HI 96815-2564
Tel: (808)923-0407
Fax: (808)924-3843
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiihotels.org
To provide financial assistance to Native Hawaiians who are upper-division students working on a degree in hotel management.
Title of Award: Clem Judd, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Hotel, institutional, and restaurant management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend ranges from $2,000 to $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hawaii residents who can provide proof of their Hawaiian ancestry through birth certificates of their parents or grandparents. Applicants must be a junior, senior, or fifth-year undergraduate at an accredited college or university (in any state) and majoring in hotel management. They must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Financial need is considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year.

760 ■ HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION-NEW HAMPSHIRE/VERMONT CHAPTER

c/o Sperry Wilson Kelley
Sperry Small Business Services
220 Vermont Route 132
P.O. Box 237
South Strafford, VT 05070
Tel: (802)765-4556
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nhvthfma.org
To provide financial assistance to relatives members of the New Hampshire/Vermont chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) who are interested in working on a degree in finance.
Title of Award: Christopher F. Weinheimer Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Finance Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds are paid directly to the school. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in New Hampshire and Vermont who are the immediate family of HFMA members. Applicants must have been accepted by an accredited college or university to work on a 4-year degree in finance. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a short essay describing their career goal and why they should a recipient of this scholarship. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Thomas Lenkowski, Scholarship Committee Chair, (802) 447-5011, E-mail: [email protected].

761 ■ HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION-VIRGINIA CHAPTER

c/o Herbert D. Harvey, Scholarship Committee Chair
Obici Health System
2800 Godwin Boulevard
Suffolk, VA 23435
Tel: (757)934-4642
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vahfma.org
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors, especially descendants of members of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), in Virginia.
Title of Award: Jay C. Ellis Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be used for tuition only. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to all high school seniors in Virginia, but preference is given to descendants of members of the Virginia chapter of HFMA. Applicants must submit an essay on what this scholarship means to them. Selection is based on the essay, academic achievement, extracurricular activities in school and the community, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

762 ■ LINLY HEFLIN UNIT

c/o Mrs. Beff King, Scholarship Committee Co-Chair
13 Office Park Circle, Suite 8
Birmingham, AL 35223
Tel: (205)870-4192
To provide financial assistance to women attending colleges and universities in Alabama.
Title of Award: Linly Heflin Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: A limited number of these scholarships are awarded each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed until completion of an undergraduate degree, provided the recipient continues to demonstrate financial need and maintains a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to female residents of Alabama attending accredited 4-year colleges in the state. Applicants must have an ACT score of 22 or higher. U.S. citizenship is required. Selection is based on academic proficiency and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

763 ■ HELLENIC TIMES SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Attn: Nick Katsoris
823 Eleventh Avenue, Fifth Floor
New York, NY 10019-3535
Tel: (212)986-6881
Fax: (212)977-3662
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.HTSFund.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students of Greek descent.
Title of Award: Hellenic Times Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies; approximately $100,000 is available for this program each year. Funds Available: The amount of the awards depends on the availability of funds and the number of recipients.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students of Greek descent who are between 17 and 25 years of age and enrolled in an accredited college or university. Students who are receiving other financial aid that exceeds 50% of their annual tuition are ineligible. Selection is based on need and merit. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 1990.

764 ■ HEMOPHILIA FEDERATION OF AMERICA

Attn: Scholarship Committee
1405 West Pinhook Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, LA 70503
Tel: (337)261-9787
Free: 800-230-9797
Fax: (337)261-1787
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hemophiliafed.org/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college to students who have a blood clotting disorder.
Title of Award: Hemophilia Federation of America Educational Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and current college students who have a blood clotting disorder. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or trade school in the United States. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page essay on their goals and aspirations and how the blood clotting community has played a part in their lives. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

765 ■ HEMOPHILIA FEDERATION OF AMERICA

Attn: Scholarship Committee
1405 West Pinhook Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, LA 70503
Tel: (337)261-9787
Free: 800-230-9797
Fax: (337)261-1787
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hemophiliafed.org/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college to parents of children with a blood clotting disorder.
Title of Award: Hemophilia Federation of America Parent Continuing Education Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to parents of children who have a blood clotting disorder. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or trade school in the United States. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page essay on their goals and aspirations and how the blood clotting community has played a part in their lives. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

766 ■ HEMOPHILIA FEDERATION OF AMERICA

Attn: Scholarship Committee
1405 West Pinhook Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, LA 70503
Tel: (337)261-9787
Free: 800-230-9797
Fax: (337)261-1787
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hemophiliafed.org/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college to siblings of people with a blood clotting disorder.
Title of Award: Hemophilia Federation of America Sibling Continuing Education Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to siblings of people who have a blood clotting disorder. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, or trade school in the United States. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page essay on their goals and aspirations and how the blood clotting community has played a part in their lives. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

767 ■ HEMOPHILIA FOUNDATION OF GREATER FLORIDA

1320 North Orange Avenue, Suite 227
Winter Park, FL 32789
800-293-6527
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hemophiliaflorida.org
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of Florida with bleeding disorders and to members of their families.
Title of Award: Calvin Dawson Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range up to $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Florida who have hemophilia or other related hereditary bleeding disorder. Spouses, parents, siblings, and other significant family members are also eligible. Applicants may be graduating high school seniors or students already enrolled at a college, technical or trade school, or other certification program. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

768 ■ HEMOPHILIA FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN

Attn: Client Services Coordinator
1921 West Michigan Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Tel: (734)544-0015
Free: 800-482-3041
Fax: (734)544-0095
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hfmich.org/support_scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to Michigan residents with hemophilia and their families.
Title of Award: Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan Academic Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: High school seniors, high school graduates, and currently-enrolled college students are eligible to apply if they are Michigan residents and have hemophilia or another bleeding disorder. Family members of people with bleeding disorders and family members of people who have died from the complications of a bleeding disorder are also eligible. Applicants must submit a 300-word statement on their educational and career goals, the role that the bleeding disorder has played in influencing those goals, and how receiving the scholarship will help them to meet those goals. Selection is based on that statement, academic merit, employment status, reference letters, financial need, and the impact of bleeding disorder on educational activities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

769 ■ HEMOPHILIA FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN

c/o Cathy McAdam
22226 Doxtator
Dearborn, MI 48128
Tel: (313)563-0515
Fax: (313)563-1412
E-mail: [email protected]
To provide financial assistance for college to students with a bleeding disorder or members of their families.
Title of Award: Bill McAdam Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) students with a hereditary bleeding disorder (hemophilia, von Willebrand, etc.) or 2) members of their families (spouse, partner, child, sibling). Applicants must be U.S. citizens and enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited 2- or 4-year college, trade or technical school, or other certification program. Along with their application, they must submit 2 letters of recommendation and 3 essays: 1) their short- and long-term goals and who or what influenced the shaping of their goals; 2) why they should receive this scholarship; and 3) if they had 3 wishes, what those would be. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

770 ■ HEMOPHILIA OF GEORGIA

8800 Roswell Road, Suite 170
Atlanta, GA 30350
Tel: (770)518-8272
Fax: (770)518-3310
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hog.org/programs/scholarships.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to residents of Georgia who have a bleeding disorder or have lost a parent because of the disorder.
Title of Award: John Youtsey Memorial Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to permanent residents of Georgia who have hemophilia or related bleeding disorders and to children who have lost a parent to complications from a bleeding disorder. They may be graduating high school seniors or currently-enrolled college students. Selection is based on academic record, financial need, and personal goals. Additional Information: Funds may be used for either a college or a vocational education.

771 ■ HEMOPHILIA HEALTH SERVICES

Attn: Scholarship Committee
6820 Charlotte Pike, Suite 100
Nashville, TN 37209-4234
Tel: (615)850-5175
Free: 800-800-6606
Fax: (615)352-2588
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.HemophiliaHealth.com/consumers/products_services/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to people with hemophilia or other bleeding disorders.
Title of Award: Hemophilia Health Services Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Several each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Funds are issued payable to the recipient's school. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to individuals with hemophilia (factor VIII or IX), von Willebrand Disease (type 1, 2, 2A, 2B, 2M, 2N, or 3), or other bleeding disorders. Applicants must be 1) high school seniors; 2) college freshmen, sophomores, or juniors; or 3) college seniors planning to attend graduate school or students already enrolled in graduate school. They must be attending or planning to attend an accredited nonprofit college, university, or vocational/technical school in the United States or Puerto Rico as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit an essay, up to 250 words, on the following topic: "What has been your own personal challenge in living with a bleeding disorder?" U.S. citizenship is required. Selection is based on academic achievement in relation to tested ability, involvement in extracurricular and community activities, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program, which started in 1995, includes the following named scholarships: the Cindy Beck Scholarship, the Osborn DeWitt Scholarship, the Tim Haas Scholarship, the Ricky Hobson Scholarship, the Michael Moses Scholarship, and the Jim Stineback Scholarship. It is administered by Scholarship Program Administrators, Inc., 1201 Eighth Avenue South, P.O. Box 23737, Nashville, TN 27202-3737, (615) 320-3149, Fax: (615) 320-3151, E-mail: [email protected]. Recipients must enroll full time.

772 ■ HEMOPHILIA SOCIETY OF COLORADO

Attn: Scholarship Committee
655 Broadway, Suite 575
Denver, CO 80203-3468
Tel: (303)629-6990; 888-687-CLOT
Fax: (303)629-7035
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cohemo.org/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to students from Colorado who have a bleeding disorder.
Title of Award: Mike Conley Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds must be used for tuition, room, board, and related educational expenses. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Colorado who have hemophilia or a related inherited bleeding disorder. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at a 2-year or 4-year college or university, vocational/technical school, or graduate school. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on why they think they should receive this scholarship and how it might affect their future goals. Selection is based on the essay, demonstrated scholastic ability and intellectual promise, letters of recommendation, community involvement (especially involvement with the hemophilia community), and financial need. Preference is given to students at Metropolitan State College or the University of Colorado at Denver. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

773 ■ HEMOPHILIA SOCIETY OF COLORADO

Attn: Scholarship Committee
655 Broadway, Suite 575
Denver, CO 80203-3468
Tel: (303)629-6990; 888-687-CLOT
Fax: (303)629-7035
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cohemo.org/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college to members of the Hemophilia Society of Colorado (HSC) and to members of their families.
Title of Award: Mark Reames Memorial Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Several each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds must be used for tuition, room, board, and related educational expenses. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to HSC members who have hemophilia or a related inherited bleeding disorder and their immediate family members. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at a 2-year or 4-year college or university, vocational/technical school, or graduate school. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on how their varied interests, life experiences, and/or community involvement led to their current career goals. Selection is based on the essay, demonstrated scholastic ability and intellectual promise, letters of recommendation, community involvement (especially involvement with the hemophilia community), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

774 ■ COLIN HIGGINS FOUNDATION

Attn: Youth Courage Awards
P.O. Box 29903
San Francisco, CA 94129-0903
Tel: (415)561-6323
Fax: (415)561-6401
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.colinhiggins.org/courageawards/index.cfm
To recognize and reward young people who have shown courage in the face of adversity related to discrimination against members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) communities.
Title of Award: Colin Higgins Foundation Youth Courage Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 or 3 each year. Funds Available: The award is a $10,000 grant. Duration: The awards are presented annually.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to be nominated for these awards are young people under 24 years of age who are 1) LGBTQ youth who have "bravely stood up to hostility and intolerance based on their sexual orientation and triumphed over bigotry"; or 2) allies who are working to end homophobia and discrimination against LGBTQ communities. Letters of nomination must include 350-word essays describing why the nominee represents the ideals of this award. Self-nominations are not accepted. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This award program was established in 2000.

775 ■ HISPANIC ALLIANCE FOR CAREER ENHANCEMENT

Attn: College Programs
25 East Washington Street, Suite 1500
Chicago, IL 60602
Tel: (312)435-0498
Fax: (312)435-1494
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hace-usa.org/collegepage.htm
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic students working on an undergraduate degree.
Title of Award: HACE Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 9 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university in the United States (other than a partner institution of the sponsoring organization). Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and at least 1 parent of Hispanic or Latino heritage. Along with their application, they must submit 300-word essays on 1) their autobiography, including their Hispanic background, where they grew up, and their immediate family; and 2) their career plans for the next 5 to 10 years. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The partner institutions are DePaul University, the University of Illinois at Chicago, the University of Texas at Austin, Rice University, the University of Houston, Texas A&M University, Columbia University, Cornell University, New York University, and Rutgers University.

776 ■ HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-WISCONSIN

Attn: Scholarship Committee
816 West National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Tel: (414)643-6963
Fax: (414)643-6994
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hccw.org
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic students at colleges and universities in Wisconsin.
Title of Award: Phillip Arreola Returning Student Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hispanic students currently enrolled full time at a college or university in Wisconsin or who have experienced at least a 1-year lapse in their undergraduate education. Applicants must be residents of Wisconsin, have a high school diploma or GED, and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Selection is based on academic achievement, participation in school activities, involvement in community activities, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

777 ■ HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-WISCONSIN

Attn: Scholarship Committee
816 West National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Tel: (414)643-6963
Fax: (414)643-6994
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hccw.org
To provide financial assistance for college to Hispanic high school seniors in Wisconsin.
Title of Award: Phillip Arreola Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 4 years, provided the recipient remains enrolled full time with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hispanic students graduating from high school in Wisconsin and planning to attend an accredited college or university in the state. Applicants must be residents of Wisconsin; have a history of academic achievement, participation in school activities, and involvement in community activities; be able to demonstrate financial need; and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Recipients are required to volunteer for 20 hours of community service work annually.

778 ■ HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS FOUNDATION

2600 Virginia Avenue, N.W., Suite 406
Washington, DC 20037
Tel: (202)861-9797; (866)665-2112
Fax: (202)861-9799
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hispanicheritageawards.org
To recognize and reward, with college scholarships, Hispanic high school seniors from selected metropolitan areas who have excelled in various areas of activity.
Title of Award: Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Recently, 144 regional winners were selected: a gold and a silver in each of the 6 categories from each of the 12 cities. From those, 6 national winners were chosen: 1 in each of the categories. Funds Available: In each category and each city, gold regional winners receive $3,000 and silver regional winners receive $2,000. Awards are in the form of educational grants that recipients may use for any aspect of their college career (tuition, books, room, and board). The gold regional winners then advance to a national competition. National winners receive an additional $5,000 educational grant, a state-of-the-art laptop computer, an all-expense paid trip to Miami for the winner and a parent to attend the award announcement event, and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. for the winner and a parent to attend the awards ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Duration: The awards are presented annually.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and of Hispanic heritage (at least 1 parent must be of able to trace family origins to Spain, Latin America, or the Spanish-speaking Caribbean). Awards were recently presented to students in 12 metropolitan regions: Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio, San Diego, northern California, and Washington, D.C. Applicants competed for awards in the following 6 categories: community service, engineering and mathematics, academic excellence, journalism, sports, or health care. They must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a personal essay that describes their personal qualities and strengths, dedication to community service and the impact it has had on their life, future career goals, areas of interest, and significance of heritage and/or family in their life. Selection criteria include, but are not limited to, the following: academic achievement, compelling essay responses, meritorious achievements in the applicant's chosen category, contribution to the community, overall character as a role model, and letters of recommendation. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 1998 with sponsorship by the Fannie Mae Foundation for 5 cities and 1 category. More sponsors have resulted in the additional categories as more cities have also been added. Recent sponsors have included Dr Pepper for community service, ExxonMobil for engineering and mathematics, Chase Manhattan Bank and MasterCard for academic excellence, NBC and Telemundo for journalism, Subway for sports, and GlaxoSmithKline for health care. Awardees must attend, at their own expense, a local awards ceremony for the region they have selected.

779 ■ HISPANIC METROPOLITAN CHAMBER

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 1837
Portland, OR 97207
Tel: (503)222-0280
Web Site: http://www.hmccoregon.com/Scholarships/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college and graduate school to Hispanic residents of Oregon and Clark County, Washington who are from a farmworker household.
Title of Award: CASA of Oregon Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Oregon and Clark County, Washington who are of Hispanic ancestry. Applicants must be from a farmworker family and be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited community college, 4-year university, or graduate school. Along with their application, they must submit 250-word essays on what being a Latino student means to them, their life as a member of a farmworker family and the obstacles they have had to overcome, why they should be selected to receive another scholarship from this sponsor (if they are applying for a renewal), and/or what they intend to do with their degree in 10 years (if they are a first-time applicant). If they wish to be considered for a scholarship for low-income families, they may also submit documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

780 ■ HISPANIC METROPOLITAN CHAMBER

Attn: Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 1837
Portland, OR 97207
Tel: (503)222-0280
Web Site: http://www.hmccoregon.com/Scholarships/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance for college and graduate school to Hispanic residents of Oregon and Clark County, Washington.
Title of Award: Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 45 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $5,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Oregon and Clark County, Washington who are of Hispanic ancestry. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher and be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited community college, 4-year university, or graduate school. Along with their application, they must submit 250-word essays on what being a Latino student means to them, why they should be selected to receive another scholarship from this sponsor (if they are applying for a renewal), and/or what they intend to do with their degree in 10 years (if they are a first-time applicant). If they wish to be considered for a scholarship for low-income families, they may also submit documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

781 ■ HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Attn: Selection Committee
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: (415)808-2350; 877-HSF-INFO
Fax: (415)808-2302
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/cocalcola.php
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic American students who are attending selected community colleges and interested in transferring to a 4-year institution.
Title of Award: Coca-Cola Advancing to Universities Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $2,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visitors with a passport stamped I-551. Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage and enrolled part time or full time at designated community colleges with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must be planning to transfer and enroll full time at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States. Along with their application, they must submit 600-word essays on 1) how their Hispanic heritage, family upbringing, and/or role models have influenced their personal long-term goals; 2) how they contribute to their community and what they have learned from their experiences; and 3) an academic challenge they have faced and how they have overcome it. Selection is based on academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: The designated community colleges include those in the Atlanta area (Atlanta Metropolitan College, Dalton College, Darton College, Gainesville College, Georgia Perimeter College); California (East Los Angeles College, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles Mission College, Los Angeles Pierce College, Chabot College, Ohlone College, San Jose City College); Chicago (Harold Washington College, Richard J. Daley College, Wilbur Wright College); Florida (Broward Community College, Miami-Dade Community College, Daytona Beach Community College, Southern College, Valencia Community College, Hillsborough Community College, St. Petersburg Junior College); New York (Borough of Manhattan Community College, Bronx Community College, La Guardia Community College, Queensborough Community College); and Texas (El Paso Community College, El Centro College, Eastfield College, Richland College, Houston Community College). This program is sponsored by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) in partnership with the Coca-Cola Foundation.

782 ■ HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Attn: Selection Committee
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: (415)808-2350; 877-HSF-INFO
Fax: (415)808-2302
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/college.php
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to Hispanic American students.
Title of Award: College Scholarship Program of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: More than 4,000 each year. Funds Available: Stipends normally range from $1,000 to $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visitors with a passport stamped I-551. Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage and enrolled full time in a degree-seeking program at an accredited community college, 4-year university, or graduate school in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. They must have completed at least 12 undergraduate units with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and have applied for federal financial aid. Along with their application, they must submit 600-word essays on 1) how their Hispanic heritage, family upbringing, and/or role models have influenced their personal long-term goals; 2) how they contribute to their community and what they have learned from their experiences; and 3) an academic challenge they have faced and how they have overcome it. Selection is based on academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year. Additional Information: Since this program began in 1975, more than $144 million has been awarded to more than 68,000 Hispanic students.

783 ■ HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Attn: Selection Committee
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: (415)808-2350; 877-HSF-INFO
Fax: (415)808-2302
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/cctransfer.php
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic American students who are attending a community college and interested in transferring to a 4-year institution.
Title of Award: Community College Transfer Program of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: At least 600 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visitors with a passport stamped I-551. Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage and part-time or full-time community college students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must be planning to transfer and enroll full time at an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands and have applied for federal financial aid. Along with their application, they must submit 600-word essays on 1) how their Hispanic heritage, family upbringing, and/or role models have influenced their personal long-term goals; 2) how they contribute to their community and what they have learned from their experiences; and 3) an academic challenge they have faced and how they have overcome it. Selection is based on academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

784 ■ HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Attn: Selection Committee
55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
Tel: (415)808-2350; 877-HSF-INFO
Fax: (415)808-2302
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hsf.net/scholarship/programs/hs.php
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic American high school seniors who are interested in attending college.
Title of Award: High School Scholarship Program of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and visitors with a passport stamped I-551. Applicants must be high school seniors of Hispanic heritage and have applied for federal financial aid. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and concrete plans to enroll full time at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands for the following fall. Along with their application, they must submit 600-word essays on 1) how their Hispanic heritage, family upbringing, and/or role models have influenced their personal long-term goals; 2) how they contribute to their community and what they have learned from their experiences; and 3) an academic challenge they have faced and how they have overcome it. Selection is based on academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: Since this program began in 1975, more than $144 million has been awarded to more than 68,000 Hispanic students.

785 ■ DONG JI HOI SOCIETY

c/o Dianne Lim, Scholarship Chair
91-201 Kaana Place
Kapolei, HI 96707-1931
To provide financial assistance to Korean Americans in Hawaii who are interested in pursuing postsecondary education.
Title of Award: Dr. Syngman Rhee Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 to 16 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500 per year. Duration: Up to 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors in Hawaii who are at least 50% Korean ancestry. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university. Selection is based on academic achievement, community service, extracurricular activities, and SAT scores. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may study in Hawaii or on the mainland. Requests for applications must be accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope.

786 ■ HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF ALABAMA

Attn: Alabama Home Builders Foundation
P.O. Box 241305
Montgomery, AL 36124
Tel: (334)834-3006
Free: 800-745-4222
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hbaa.org/careers/scholarships.php
To provide financial assistance for college to Alabama residents interested in preparing for a career in the home building industry.
Title of Award: Alabama Home Builders Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Construction Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Alabama enrolled in, or attending, a junior college, technical school, or university in the state. Applicants must be working on a certificate or degree in a construction-related field. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

787 ■ HONOLULU ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship and Recruitment Chair
P.O. Box 11962
Honolulu, HI 96828-0962
Tel: (808)284-1290
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.greekhawaii.com/hawaiiaphscholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to female college student from Hawaii who are members of a National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sorority.
Title of Award: Honolulu Alumnae Panhellenic Association Collegiate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are initiated and active members of an NPC-affiliated sorority at a college or university where they are working on an undergraduate degree. Their permanent home address or college address must be in Hawaii. Along with their application, they must submit 1) a brief essay stating why they would like the scholarship, their plans, and the part they feel sorority membership has played in their lives; 2) a list of all school, sorority, and community activities and offices; and 3) letters of recommendation from a professor, sorority officer, and another person in the community. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

788 ■ HONOLULU ALUMNAE PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship and Recruitment Chair
P.O. Box 11962
Honolulu, HI 96828-0962
Tel: (808)284-1290
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.greekhawaii.com/hawaiiaphscholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to female high school seniors in Hawaii who are interested in going to a college with National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) sororities on campus.
Title of Award: Honolulu Alumnae Panhellenic Association High School Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to females graduating from high schools in Hawaii. Applicants must be interested in attending 1 of the more than 500 colleges and universities with NPC sororities. Along with their application, they must submit 1) a brief essay stating why they would like the scholarship, what they hope to get out of their college experience, and the part they feel sorority membership could play in their college years; 2) SAT and/or ACT scores; 3) a list of all class and school offices, other offices and responsibilities, school and athletic activities, extracurricular and community activities, honors, and awards; and 4) letters of recommendation from their high school senior counselor and another person in the community. Financial need is also considered in the selection process, but the program gives priority to well-rounded students who have balanced scholastics with school and/or community activities. Interviews are included. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

789 ■ HOPI TRIBE

Attn: Office of Education
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
Tel: (928)734-3533
Free: 800-762-9630
Fax: (928)734-9575
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hopi.nsn.us/education_htgsp.asp
To provide financial assistance to needy students of Hopi ancestry who are working on an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree.
Title of Award: BIA Higher Education Grants for Hopi Tribal Members Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The maximum grant is $2,500 per semester. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are working on an associate, baccalaureate, graduate, or postgraduate degree. Applicants must be enrolled members of the Hopi Tribe. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Entering freshmen must have a high school GPA of 2.0 or higher or a minimum composite score of 45% on the GED exam. Continuing students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher for all college work. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year for fall semester; November of each year for spring semester; April of each year for summer session. Additional Information: This grant is awarded as a secondary source of financial aid to eligible students who are also receiving aid from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Higher Education program. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

790 ■ HOPI TRIBE

Attn: Office of Education
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
Tel: (928)734-3542
Free: 800-762-9630
Fax: (928)734-9575
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hopi.nsn.us/education_avtp.asp
To provide financial assistance to members of the Hopi Tribe who are interested in vocational training.
Title of Award: Hopi Adult Vocational Training Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: Support is provided until completion of the program.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to enrolled members of the Hopi Tribe who are unskilled, unemployed, or underemployed. Applicants must be between 17 and 35 years of age and residing on or near the Hopi Reservation. They must be interested in full-time vocational training at an accredited private or public institution approved by the Hopi Tribe Adult Vocational Training Program to acquire marketable vocational skills.

791 ■ HOPI TRIBE

Attn: Office of Education
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
Tel: (928)734-3533
Free: 800-762-9630
Fax: (928)734-9575
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hopi.nsn.us/education_htgsp.asp
To provide financial assistance to academically outstanding students of Hopi ancestry who are working on an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree.
Title of Award: Hopi Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per semester. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are working on an associate, baccalaureate, graduate, or postgraduate degree. Applicants must be enrolled members of the Hopi Tribe. Entering freshmen must be in the top 10% of their graduating class or score at least 21 on the ACT or at least 930 on the SAT. Undergraduate students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Graduate, postgraduate, and professional students must have a 3.2 cumulative GPA or higher for all graduate course work. Selection is based on academic merit. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

792 ■ HOPI TRIBE

Attn: Office of Education
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
Tel: (928)734-3533
Free: 800-762-9630
Fax: (928)734-9575
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hopi.nsn.us/education_htgsp.asp
To provide financial assistance to students of Hopi ancestry who are working on an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree.
Title of Award: Hopi Tuition/Book Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The scholarship covers the cost of tuition/fees and books. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed if the recipient maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are working on an associate, baccalaureate, graduate, or postgraduate degree. Applicants must be an enrolled member of the Hopi Tribe. They must be pursuing a postsecondary degree for at least 1 of the following reasons: personal growth, career enhancement, career change, and/or continuing education. Both full- and part-time students may apply. Financial need is not required, but students must have applied for federal aid before applying for this award. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year for fall semester; November of each year for spring semester; April of each year for summer session.

793 ■ HOPI TRIBE

Attn: Office of Education
P.O. Box 123
Kykotsmovi, AZ 86039
Tel: (928)734-3533
Free: 800-762-9630
Fax: (928)734-9575
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hopi.nsn.us/education_htgsp.asp
To provide financial assistance to needy students of Hopi ancestry who are working on an undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree.
Title of Award: Supplemental Education Grants for Hopi Tribal Members Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The maximum grant is $1,500 per semester. Duration: 1 semester; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are working on an associate, baccalaureate, graduate, or postgraduate degree. Applicants must be enrolled members of the Hopi Tribe. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Entering freshmen must have a high school GPA of 2.0 or higher or a minimum composite score of 45% on the GED exam. Continuing students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher for all college work. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year for fall semester; November of each year for spring semester; April of each year for summer session. Additional Information: This grant is awarded as a secondary source of financial aid to eligible students who are also receiving aid from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Higher Education program. Recipients must attend school on a full-time basis.

794 ■ HUGUENOT SOCIETY OF AMERICA

Attn: Office of the Scholarship Committee
122 East 58th Street New York, NY 10022
Tel: (212)755-0592
Web Site: http://www.huguenotsocietyofamerica.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate education to the descendants of Huguenots.
Title of Award: Marie L. Rose Huguenot Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The award is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be able to submit proof of descent from a Huguenot who emigrated from France and either settled in what is now the United States or left France for other countries before 1787. The scholarships are available to students at 1 of 50 participating universities; for a list, contact the Huguenot Society. Additional Information: Applications are available only from financial aid offices at the participating universities and must be submitted to those offices. Applications sent directly to the Huguenot Society are not accepted.

795 ■ HUNA HERITAGE FOUNDATION

Attn: Education Programs
9309 Glacier Highway, Suite A-103
Juneau, AK 99801
Tel: (907)789-7514
Fax: (907)789-1896
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hunaheritage.org/education.shtml
To provide emergency supplemental funding for undergraduate or graduate studies to Huna Totem shareholders and their descendants.
Title of Award: Huna Heritage Foundation Emergency Education Assistance Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 19 of these scholarships were awarded for the fall semester and 29 for the spring semester. Funds Available: This program provides emergency supplemental educational funding, to a maximum of $2,000 per year. Emergencies are defined to mean whatever costs other grant programs do not cover. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Huna Totem shareholders and descendants who have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Applicants must be accepted by or attending a college or university as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student. Internships, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training may also be funded. Students must have applied to other programs before they apply for this assistance. Proof of awards or denial by other programs must be supplied. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year for first or second quarter or fall semester; January of each year for third or fourth quarter or spring or summer semester.

796 ■ HUNA HERITAGE FOUNDATION

Attn: Education Programs
9309 Glacier Highway, Suite A-103
Juneau, AK 99801
Tel: (907)789-7514
Fax: (907)789-1896
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hunaheritage.org/education.shtml
To provide financial assistance to Huna Totem shareholders and their descendants who are interested in pursuing vocational education.
Title of Award: Huna Heritage Foundation Vocational Education Assistance Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 7 of these awards were presented. Funds Available: The amount of assistance depends on the nature of the program and the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year. Recipients may be eligible for a second award only if they can demonstrate that they continue to be unemployed, underemployed, or unable to work in their primary occupation due to physical or other disability.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Huna Totem shareholders or descendants (as defined in accordance with the Alaska Native Claim Settlement Act Amendments of 1987) who are at least 18 years of age (high school students are eligible at 17 years of age) and either unemployed or underemployed. They must be in need of training in order to be employable. Applicants who are underemployed must show how the lack of additional training would result in hardship. All applicants must be interested in pursuing vocational education or apprenticeships that 1) are approved by the National Accreditation Association, the Alaska Department of Education's Division of Vocational Education, or the U.S. Bureau of Apprenticeship Training; 2) are enrolled full time (at least 30 hours of study per week and include shop practices as an integral component); and 3) lead to employment at the completion of training. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year for first or second quarter or fall semester; January of each year for third or fourth quarter or spring or summer semester.

797 ■ ICE SKATING INSTITUTE OF AMERICA

Attn: ISIA Education Foundation
17120 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 140
Dallas, TX 75248-1187
Tel: (972)735-8800
Fax: (972)735-8815
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.skateisi.com
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors and currently-enrolled undergraduates who are members of the Ice Skating Institute of America (ISI).
Title of Award: ISIA Education Foundation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is at least $4,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants may be graduating high school seniors or currently-enrolled college students. They must have completed at least 3 years of high school with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have been an individual member of ISI for at least 4 years, have participated in ISI group classes or ISI endorsed competitions within the last 2 years, and have completed 240 hours of verified service (of which 120 must be volunteered) with an ISI administrative member rink or skating school. Along with their application process, they must submit an official transcript, SAT/ACT scores, 2 evaluation forms, and a statement (up to 500 words) on "Why I should receive an ISIA Education Foundation Scholarship." Selection is based on community service, education awards and recognition, educational goals, and competitive ice skating experience. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend college on a full-time basis.

798 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/freedom.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to dependent children of Idaho veterans who are listed as prisoners of war or missing in action.
Title of Award: Idaho Freedom Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Each scholarship provides a full waiver of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education or public vocational schools within Idaho, an allowance of $500 per semester for books, and on-campus housing and subsistence. Duration: Benefits are available for a maximum of 36 months.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for these scholarships are dependent children of Idaho veterans who are listed as prisoners of war (POW) or missing in action (MIA) in southeast Asia (including Korea) or who become listed as POW or MIA in any area of armed conflict in which the United States is a party.

799 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/challenge.asp
To provide financial assistance to outstanding high school seniors in Idaho who wish to attend a postsecondary institution in the state.
Title of Award: Idaho Governor's Challenge Academic Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who are U.S. citizens, Idaho residents, and planning to enroll full time at an eligible postsecondary educational institution in the state. Applicants must have maintained a GPA of 2.8 or better, must take the ACT or SAT examinations, and must have demonstrated a commitment to public service. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year.

800 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/challenge.asp
To provide financial assistance to outstanding high school seniors in Idaho who wish to attend a professional/technical school in the state.
Title of Award: Idaho Governor's Challenge Professional-Technical Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 6 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 2 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who are U.S. citizens, Idaho residents, and planning to enroll full time in a professional/technical program in the state. Applicants must have maintained a GPA of 2.8 or better and have demonstrated a commitment to public service. They must identify their proposed program; selection is based in part on their identified professional-technical program. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year.

801 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/leap.asp
To provide financial assistance to students from any state attending a college or university in Idaho.
Title of Award: Idaho Leveraging Educational Assistance State Partnership Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, approximately 1,800 students received these grants. Funds Available: Awards range up to $5,000 per year for full-time students.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students from any state attending a designated public or private college or university within Idaho. Applicants must have financial need; they may be enrolled part time. Additional Information: For applications and information about deadlines, contact the financial aid office at the college you plan to attend. This program was formerly known as the Idaho State Student Incentive Grant.

802 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/minority.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to disabled and other "at risk" high school seniors in Idaho.
Title of Award: Idaho Minority and "At Risk" Student Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 40 each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program focuses on talented students who may be at risk of failing to meet their goals because of physical, economic, or cultural limitations. Applicants must be high school graduates, be Idaho residents, and meet at least 3 of the following 5 requirements: 1) have a disability; 2) be a member of an ethnic minority group historically underrepresented in higher education in Idaho; 3) have substantial financial need; 4) be a first-generation college student; 5) be a migrant farm worker or a dependent of a farm worker. Additional Information: This program was established in 1991 by the Idaho state legislature. Information is also available from high school counselors and financial aid offices of colleges and universities in Idaho. Recipients must plan to attend or be attending 1 of 8 participating colleges and universities in the state on a full-time basis. For a list of those schools, write to the State of Idaho Board of Education.

803 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/freedom.asp
To provide financial assistance for college to dependents of disabled or deceased Idaho public safety officers.
Title of Award: Idaho Public Safety Officer Dependent Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Each scholarship provides a full waiver of tuition and fees at public institutions of higher education or public vocational schools within Idaho, an allowance of $500 per semester for books, and on-campus housing and a campus meal plan. Duration: Benefits are available for a maximum of 36 months.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible for these scholarships are dependents of full-time Idaho public safety officers employed in the state who were killed or disabled in the line of duty.

804 ■ IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Len B. Jordan Office Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0037
Tel: (208)332-1574
Fax: (208)334-2632
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.idahoboardofed.org/scholarships/promisea.asp
To provide financial assistance for college or professional/technical school to outstanding high school seniors in Idaho.
Title of Award: Robert R. Lee Category A Promise Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Approximately 30 each year. Academic students receive 75% of the awards and professional/technical students receive 25%. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000 per year. Duration: 1 year. Academic scholarships may be renewed for up to 3 additional years and professional/technical scholarships may be renewed for up to 2 additional years; renewal is granted only if the recipient remains enrolled full time with a rank in the top 50% of the students in the class and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to graduating high school seniors who are Idaho residents planning to enroll full time in academic or professional/technical programs in public or private institutions in the state. Academic applicants must also be in the top 10% of their class and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and an ACT score of 28 or higher. Professional/technical applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher and must take the COMPASS test (reading, writing, and algebra scores are required). U.S. citizenship is also required. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: This program was formerly known as the State of Idaho Scholarship Program.

805 ■ ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES

Attn: Scholarship Coordinator
406 East Monroe Street
Springfield, IL 62701-1498
Tel: (217)785-2509
Fax: (217)524-3715
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.state.il.us/dcfs
To provide financial support for college to children under the care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
Title of Award: Department of Children and Family Services Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 48 each year; of those, 4 are awarded to children of veterans. Funds Available: Scholarships provide waiver of all tuition and fees at designated universities plus a stipend equal to the standard board rate for youth of that age (recently, $444.85 per month). Funding is not provided for room, board, or dormitory fees. Children of veterans receive an additional stipend of $500. Duration: Up to 4 years or until students reach 21 years of age, provided they maintain full-time enrollment and a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and students currently enrolled in college who are under guardianship of the Illinois DCFS or have left guardianship through adoption or private guardianship arrangements. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a public institution in Illinois. Along with their application, they must submit a transcript of high school grades or a copy of their GED certificate, ACT or SAT test scores, and 3 letters of recommendation. Selection is based on scholastic record and aptitude, community and extracurricular activities, and interest in higher education. Some scholarships are reserved for the children of veterans. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend colleges or universities other than those designated and receive the stipend, but they are not eligible for any allowance for tuition and fees. The scholarships for children of veterans are supported by the American Legion.

806 ■ ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

833 South Spring Street
P.O. Box 19432
Springfield, IL 62794-9432
Tel: (217)782-6641
Free: 800-437-9824
Fax: (217)524-0344
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.state.il.us/agency/dva
To provide financial assistance for college to the children of Illinois veterans (with preference given to the children of disabled or deceased veterans).
Title of Award: Illinois Honorary Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Each county in Illinois is entitled to award 1 scholarship. The Board of Trustees of the university may, from time to time, add to the number of honorary scholarships (when such additions will not create an unnecessary financial burden on the university). Funds Available: Students selected for this program receive free tuition at any branch of the University of Illinois. Duration: Up to 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: Each county in the state is entitled to award an honorary scholarship to the child of a veteran of World War I, World War II, the Korean Conflict, or the Vietnam Conflict. Preference is given to children of disabled or deceased veterans.

807 ■ ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

833 South Spring Street
P.O. Box 19432
Springfield, IL 62794-9432
Tel: (217)782-6641
Free: 800-437-9824
Fax: (217)524-0344
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.state.il.us/agency/dva
To provide financial assistance for 1) the undergraduate education of Illinois dependents of disabled or deceased veterans or those listed as prisoners of war or missing in action, and 2) the rehabilitation or education of disabled dependents of those veterans.
Title of Award: Illinois MIA/POW Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: An eligible dependent is entitled to full payment of tuition and certain fees at any Illinois state-supported college, university, or community college. In lieu of that benefit, an eligible dependent who has a physical, mental, or developmental disability is entitled to receive a grant to be used to cover the cost of treating the disability at 1 or more appropriate therapeutic, rehabilitative, or educational facilities. For disabled dependents, the total benefit cannot exceed the cost equivalent of 4 calendar years of full-time enrollment, including summer terms, at the University of Illinois. Duration: This scholarship may be used for a period equivalent to 4 calendar years, including summer terms. Dependents have 12 years from the initial term of study to complete the equivalent of 4 calendar years. Disabled dependents who elect to use the grant for rehabilitative purposes may do so as long as the total benefit does not exceed the cost equivalent of 4 calendar years of full-time enrollment at the University of Illinois.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the spouses, natural children, legally adopted children, or stepchildren of a veteran or service member who 1) has been declared by the U.S. Department of Defense or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to be permanently disabled from service-connected causes with 100% disability, deceased as the result of a service-connected disability, a prisoner of war, or missing in action, and 2) at the time of entering service was an Illinois resident or was an Illinois resident within 6 months of entering such service. Special support is available for dependents who are disabled. Additional Information: An eligible child must begin using the scholarship prior to his or her 26th birthday. An eligible spouse must begin using the scholarship prior to 10 years from the effective date of eligibility (e.g., prior to August 12, 1989 or 10 years from date of disability or death).

808 ■ ILLINOIS PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION

6411 South Sixth Street Road
Springfield, IL 62712-6817
Tel: (217)529-3100
Fax: (217)529-1771
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ilpork.com/youth_page/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to Illinois residents who have been involved in the pork industry, especially those who are active in the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA).
Title of Award: Illinois Pork Donor-Advised Fund Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 9 each year: 3 at each monetary level. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,250, $750, or $500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Illinois residents who are enrolled or planning to enroll as an undergraduate student. Applicants must submit an essay (up to 3 pages) on a specific topic identifying the greatest challenge facing the Illinois pork industry. Selection is based on the essay (35 points), participation in the IPPA Ambassador Program (10 points), IPPA membership (15 points), activities (20 points), and grades (20 points). Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was formerly limited to members of the IPPA and their families and called the IPPA Scholarships. Previous winners are only eligible to receive a scholarship of greater value.

809 ■ ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

100 North First Street
Springfield, IL 62777-0001
Tel: (217)782-4321; (866)262-6663
Fax: (217)524-4928
Web Site: http://www.isbe.net/gov-relations/html/scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Illinois who are sponsored by members of the state legislature.
Title of Award: Illinois General Assembly Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Each state legislator awards 2 4-year scholarships or 1 4-year scholarship and 4 1-year scholarships. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: Either 1 year or 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: Illinois law provides for each state legislator, each year, to award a 4-year scholarship to the University of Illinois and a 4-year scholarship or 4 1-year scholarships to any other state-supported university. High school seniors in Illinois applying for these scholarships must be a resident within the legislative district of the awarding legislator and contact their state senator or state representative for information on the application process. Additional Information: If you do not know the name or phone number of your state legislator, contact your county clerk's election office. The qualifying state-supported universities include: Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Governors State University, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Northeastern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, University of Illinois, and Western Illinois University.

810 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide extra funding to holders of Illinois College Savings Bonds.
Title of Award: Illinois Bonus Incentive Grant Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Grant amounts range from $40 to $440 per $5,000 of compound accreted value at maturity, depending on the maturity of the bond. Only 1 student may be designated for each bond redeemed, but the same student beneficiary may be named for up to 5 bonds with up to $25,000 of aggregate compound accreted value at maturity for each academic year. These funds are given directly to the student beneficiaries by the State of Illinois.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to holders of Illinois College Savings Bonds who are using the proceeds to pay for educational expenses at eligible Illinois colleges and universities. Bondholders must have continuously owned the bonds for at least 12 months preceding the date of maturity, use at least 70% of the proceeds to finance the student beneficiary's educational expenses, use the proceeds from the bonds in either the academic year in which the bonds were redeemed or the next year, and designate only 1 student beneficiary for each bond redeemed. The student beneficiary must be enrolled either half time or full time at an approved Illinois public or private 2- or 4-year college or university and not be enrolled in a program of religious studies. Financial need is not considered. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program is dependent upon funding from the Illinois General Assembly.

811 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance for college to the children or spouses of disabled or deceased Illinois correctional workers.
Title of Award: Illinois Grant Program for Dependents of Correctional Officers Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The grants provide full payment of tuition and mandatory fees at approved public colleges in Illinois or an equivalent amount at private colleges. Duration: Up to 8 academic semesters or 12 academic quarters of study.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the spouses and children of Illinois correctional officers who were at least 90% disabled or killed in the line of duty. Applicants must be enrolled on at least a half-time basis as an undergraduate at an approved Illinois public or private 2-year or 4-year college, university, or hospital school. They need not be Illinois residents at the time of application.

812 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to the children or spouses of disabled or deceased Illinois police or fire officers.
Title of Award: Illinois Grant Program for Dependents of Police or Fire Officers Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The grants provide full payment of tuition and mandatory fees at approved public colleges in Illinois or an equivalent amount at private colleges. Duration: Up to 8 academic semesters or 12 academic quarters of study.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to the spouses and children of Illinois police and fire officers who were at least 90% disabled or killed in the line of duty. Applicants must be enrolled on at least a half-time basis in either undergraduate or graduate study at an approved Illinois public or private 2-year or 4-year college, university, or hospital school. They need not be Illinois residents at the time of application.

813 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance for college to outstanding students in Illinois.
Title of Award: Illinois Merit Recognition Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be used for payment of tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are Illinois high school seniors who either 1) rank in the top 5% of their class through the end of the sixth semester of high school, or 2) received a score in the top 5% of Illinois students on the ACT, SAT, or Prairie State Achievement Examination. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Recipients must use the award within 1 year of high school graduation as at least a half-time student at an approved Illinois postsecondary institution or at 1 of the nation's 4 military service academies. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: June of the year following high school graduation. Additional Information: Information on this award is also available from high school counselors. The amount of funding available each year depends on action by the state legislature.

814 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students in Illinois.
Title of Award: Illinois Monetary Award Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The actual dollar amount of the award depends on financial need and the cost of the recipient's schooling; in no case does the award exceed the actual cost of tuition and fees or $4,968 per year, whichever is less. The funds may be used only for tuition and mandatory fees; funds cannot be spent on books, travel, or housing. All awards are paid directly to the recipient's school. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 4 additional years.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be Illinois residents and U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens. They must be able to demonstrate financial need, be enrolled at least half time as an undergraduate student at an approved Illinois institution of higher education, and not be in default on any student loan. High school grades and test scores are not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: Funding for this program is limited. To increase your chances of receiving funding, apply as soon after the beginning of January as possible.

815 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate education to members of the Illinois National Guard.
Title of Award: Illinois National Guard Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Recipients are eligible for payment of tuition and some fees for either undergraduate or graduate study at an Illinois state-supported college or university. Duration: This assistance extends for 8 semesters or 12 quarters (or the equivalent in part-time study).
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the Illinois National Guard who are either currently active or have been active for at least 5 consecutive years, have been called to federal active duty for at least 6 months, and are within 12 months after their discharge date. Applicants must also: 1) be enlisted personnel or officers up to and including the rank of captain; 2) be enrolled at an Illinois public 2- or 4-year college or university; and 3) have served at least 1 full year in the Guard. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year for fall semester or quarter; February of each year for spring semester, winter quarter, or spring quarter; June of each year for summer term.

816 ■ ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION

Attn: Scholarship and Grant Services
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015-5209
Tel: (847)948-8550
Free: 800-899-ISAC
Fax: (847)831-8549
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.collegezone.com
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate and graduate education to Illinois veterans.
Title of Award: Illinois Veteran Grant Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This program pays all tuition and certain fees at all Illinois public colleges, universities, and community colleges. Duration: This scholarship may be used for the equivalent of up to 4 years of full-time enrollment, provided the recipient maintains the minimum GPA required by their college or university.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Illinois residents who served in the U.S. armed forces (including members of the Reserves and the Illinois National Guard) for at least 1 year on active duty and have been honorably discharged. The 1-year service requirement does not apply to veterans who 1) served in a foreign country in a time of hostilities in that country, 2) were medically discharged for service-related reasons, or 3) were discharged prior to August 11, 1967. Applicants must have been Illinois residents for at least 6 months before entering service and they must have returned to Illinois within 6 months after separation from service. Current members of the Reserve Officer Training Corps are not eligible. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time. Additional Information: This is an entitlement program; once eligibility has been established, no further applications are necessary.

817 ■ IMMUNE DEFICIENCY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship/Medical Programs
40 West Chesapeake Avenue, Suite 308
Towson, MD 21204-4803
Tel: (410)321-6647
Free: 800-296-4433
Fax: (410)321-9165
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.primaryimmune.org/services/scholarship.htm
To provide financial assistance to undergraduates with a primary immune deficiency disease.
Title of Award: Immune Deficiency Foundation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 43 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends range from $750 to $2,000, depending on the recipient's financial need. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students entering or attending colleges, universities, and community colleges who have a primary immune deficiency disease. Applicants must submit an autobiographical statement, 2 letters of recommendation, a family financial statement, and a letter of verification from their immunologist. Financial need is the main factor considered in selecting the recipients and the size of the award. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 1986, is administered by the Immune Deficiency Foundation (IDF) with funding from ZLB Behring, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Talecris Biotherapeutics, NuFACTOR, Grifols, and Octapharma.

818 ■ INCIGHT COMPANY

Attn: Executive Director
733 S.W. Oak Street, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97205
Tel: (971)244-0305
Fax: (503)223-9488
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.incight.com/incight/edu1.html
To provide financial assistance for college to students who have a physical disability or impairment.
Title of Award: Incight Go-Getter Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who have a physical disability or impairment, including a learning disability or sight or hearing impairment. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and be entering or attending college as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit a 250-word essay on what they think of the word "handicrap," a term that the sponsoring organization feels is prevalent in the disabled and non-disabled communities and that it is trying to change. They must also submit another 250-word essay, either on the topic, "If you were a tree, how would you describe yourself," or on their choice of a quotation from Franklin D. Roosevelt or from Christopher Reeve. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

819 ■ INDEPENDENT BANKERS OF COLORADO

Attn: IBC Education Foundation
1580 Logan Street, Suite 510
Denver, CO 80203
Tel: (303)832-2000
Fax: (303)832-2040
Web Site: http://www.ibcbanks.org/education_forums/index.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors who are children of customers or employees of banks that are members of Independent Bankers of Colorado (IBC).
Title of Award: IBC Education Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 6 each year: 2 at $1,000 and 4 at $500. Funds Available: Stipends are $1,000 or $500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are children of IBC member bank customers (with an account for at least 6 months) or employees. Applicants must be planning to enrolled at an institution of higher education in Colorado. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Selection is based primarily on an essay competition. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

820 ■ INDIA AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

1281 Cooper Lake Road, S.E.
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: (770)436-3719
Web Site: http://www.myiaca.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Georgia whose parents or grandparents came from what is now India.
Title of Award: Darshan S. Bhatia Memorial Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,250 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who 1) are living in Georgia and 2) whose parents or grandparents came from present day India. For the purposes of this program, citizens of Pakistan and Bangladesh are not included. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit official school transcript, resume, SAT score report, the best essay they submitted to a college to which they applied, and documentation of financial need. Selection is based primarily on financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993. Information is also available from the Indian American Scholarship Fund, 719 Vinings Estates Drive, Mableton, GA 30126, E-mail: [email protected]. Membership in the India American Cultural Association (IACA) is not required to apply, but recipients must become members of the association.

821 ■ INDIA AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

1281 Cooper Lake Road, S.E.
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: (770)436-3719
Web Site: http://www.myiaca.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Georgia whose parents or grandparents came from what is now India.
Title of Award: IASF Financial Aid Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Several each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,250. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who 1) are living in Georgia and 2) whose parents or grandparents came from present day India. For the purposes of this program, citizens of Pakistan and Bangladesh are not included. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit official school transcript, resume, SAT score report, the best essay they submitted to a college to which they applied, and documentation of financial need. Selection is based primarily on financial need. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993. Information is also available from the Indian American Scholarship Fund (IASF), 719 Vinings Estates Drive, Mableton, GA 30126, E-mail: [email protected]. Membership in the India American Cultural Association (IACA) is not required to apply, but recipients must become members of the association.

822 ■ INDIA AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

1281 Cooper Lake Road, S.E.
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: (770)436-3719
Web Site: http://www.myiaca.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Georgia whose parents or grandparents came from what is now India.
Title of Award: Indian American Scholarship Fund Merit Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Several each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,250. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who 1) are living in Georgia and 2) whose parents or grandparents came from present day India. For the purposes of this program, citizens of Pakistan and Bangladesh are not included. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit official school transcript, resume, SAT score report, and the best essay they submitted to a college to which they applied. Financial need is not considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993. Information is also available from the Indian American Scholarship Fund (IASF), 719 Vinings Estates Drive, Mableton, GA 30126, E-mail: [email protected]. Membership in the India American Cultural Association (IACA) is not required to apply, but recipients must become members of the association.

823 ■ INDIA AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

1281 Cooper Lake Road, S.E.
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: (770)436-3719
Web Site: http://www.myiaca.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Georgia whose parents or grandparents came from what is now India.
Title of Award: Jasumati B. Patel Memorial Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who 1) are living in Georgia and 2) whose parents or grandparents came from present day India. For the purposes of this program, citizens of Pakistan and Bangladesh are not included. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit official school transcript, resume, SAT score report, the best essay they submitted to a college to which they applied, and documentation of financial need. Selection is based on financial need and academic excellence. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993. Information is also available from the Indian American Scholarship Fund, 719 Vinings Estates Drive, Mableton, GA 30126, E-mail: [email protected]. Membership in the India American Cultural Association (IACA) is not required to apply, but recipients must become members of the association.

824 ■ INDIA AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

1281 Cooper Lake Road, S.E.
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: (770)436-3719
Web Site: http://www.myiaca.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in Georgia whose parents or grandparents came from what is now India.
Title of Award: P.V. Jagannatha Rao Memorial Award Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,250 per year. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who 1) are living in Georgia and 2) whose parents or grandparents came from present day India. For the purposes of this program, citizens of Pakistan and Bangladesh are not included. Applicants must be planning to attend a 4-year college or university as a full-time student. Along with their application, they must submit official school transcript, resume, SAT score report, the best essay they submitted to a college to which they applied, and documentation of financial need. Selection is based on financial need and demonstrated excellence and dedication in a particular endeavor. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1993. Information is also available from the Indian American Scholarship Fund, 719 Vinings Estates Drive, Mableton, GA 30126, E-mail: [email protected]. Membership in the India American Cultural Association (IACA) is not required to apply, but recipients must become members of the association.

825 ■ INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS

302 West Washington Street, Room E-120
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2738
Tel: (317)232-3910
Free: 800-400-4520
Fax: (317)232-7721
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/veteran/sso/brochure/remission.html
To enable the children of disabled and other Indiana veterans to attend public colleges and universities in the state without payment of tuition.
Title of Award: Remission of Fees for Children of Indiana Veterans Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Qualified students receive remission of 100% of tuition and mandatory fees. Duration: Fees are remitted for up to 124 semester hours of education.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to natural and legally-adopted children of veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. armed forces during a period of wartime and have been residents of Indiana for at least 36 consecutive months during their lifetimes. The veteran must 1) be rated as 10% or greater service-connected disabled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or a military service; 2) have received a Purple Heart Medal; or 3) have been a resident of Indiana at the time of entry into the service and declared a prisoner of war (POW) or missing in action (MIA) after January 1, 1960. Students who were veteran-related pupils at the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' Children's Home are also eligible. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend a state-supported postsecondary college or university in Indiana as an undergraduate or graduate student. Deadline for Receipt: Requests for assistance may be submitted at any time.

826 ■ INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CULINARY PROFESSIONALS FOUNDATION

Attn: Culinary Trust Scholarship Program
304 West Liberty Street, Suite 201
Louisville, KY 40202
Tel: (502)581-9786
Free: 800-928-4227
Fax: (502)589-3602
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.iacpfoundation.org/html/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance to culinary professionals and students interested in pursuing additional training in the United States or abroad in the culinary arts.
Title of Award: Culinary Trust Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Culinary arts Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,500 to $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) culinary professionals who have at least 2 years of food service experience (paid, volunteer, or a combination of both); and 2) students who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must submit 2 letters of recommendation and a 2-page essay on their educational and career goals and how they plan to achieve them. They may be from any country. Selection is based on merit, food service work experience, culinary goals and skills, and references. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: This program includes a number of named scholarships that varies each year, many of them for specified culinary arts schools. Recently, support was available at L'Academie de Cuisine (Gaithersburg, Maryland), the Art Institute of New York City, the Institute of Culinary Education (New York, New York), the Singapore Cooking School and Spice Garden, Le Cordon Bleu London, Le Cordon Bleu Mexico, Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Le Cordon Bleu Sydney, Le Cordon Bleu Australia (Adelaide), Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa, New England Culinary Institute (Montpelier, Vermont), the French Culinary Institute (New York, New York), and the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone (St. Helena, California). Other scholarships included the Cuisinart Scholarship for students of any nationality at any accredited culinary school, the Charlie Trotter Culinary Education Foundation Scholarship for residents of Illinois, the Julia Child Endowment Fund Scholarship for independent study in France, and the Julia Child Fund at the Boston Foundation Scholarship for research, writing, or teaching in France. There is a $25 application fee.

827 ■ INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS AND AEROSPACE WORKERS

Attn: IAM Scholarship Program
9000 Machinists Place, Room 117
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772-2687
Tel: (301)967-4500
Web Site: http://www.iamaw.org
To provide financial assistance for college to members and children of members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM).
Title of Award: IAM Scholarship Competition Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year, depending on the availability of funds; recently, 3 members and 13 children received scholarships. Funds Available: Awards to members are $2,000 per year. Awards to children attending college are $1,000 per year. Awards to children attending vocational/technical school are $2,000 per year. Duration: 1 year. For students in college, awards may be renewed up to 3 additional years or until completion of a bachelor's degree, whichever occurs first. For students in vocational/technical school, awards may be renewed 1 additional year or until certification, whichever occurs first.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to IAM members with 2 years of continuous good standing in the union in the United States or Canada, and their children, stepchildren, or legally adopted children. Members must be working in a company under contract with the IAM and expect to continue this work until entering school; they may be entering college as a freshman or some higher undergraduate level. Children of members must be graduating high school seniors; the qualifying parent must be living or must have died after the child entered high school. Scholarships are not available to applicants who do not intend to work without interruption for a bachelor's degree or a vocational/technical school certification, to members' children who are attending or have already attended college, to children of members on the payroll of the Grand Lodge, or to graduate students. Selection is based on grades, attitude toward study, personal references, available test scores, the opinion of counselors and teachers, and activities outside of school; for member applicants, weight also is given to participation in local lodge activities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This scholarship fund was established in 1960.

828 ■ INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF BOILERMAKERS, IRON SHIP BUILDERS, BLACKSMITHS, FORGERS AND HELPERS

Attn: Scholarship Program
753 State Avenue, Suite 570
Kansas City, KS 66101
Tel: (913)371-2640
Fax: (913)281-8101
Web Site: http://www.boilermakers.org
To provide financial assistance for college to the dependents of members of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers.
Title of Award: International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 37 of these scholarships were awarded: 1 at $5,000, 2 at $4,000, 2 at $3,000, 4 at $2,000, and 28 at $1,000 (including scholarships from the Canadian Federation of Labour and local lodges). Funds Available: The stipends range from $1,000 to $5,000; funds are paid directly to the financial aid office of the recipient's accredited college or university. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to dependents of union members in good standing (including dependents of retired, disabled, or deceased members). Applicants must be high school seniors who will be entering their first year of a 2-year or 4-year program at a degree-granting, accredited college or university. They must submit ACT or SAT scores, high school transcripts, and a 300- to 500-word essay on a topic that changes annually (recently: "What should be the role of labor in local or national legislative issues that affect workers?"). Selection is based on academic achievement, performance on the essay, career goals, outside school activities, and extracurricular activities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Applications are available only from local lodges of the union.

829 ■ INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHERS GUILD

Attn: Scholarships
7755 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Tel: (323)876-0160
Fax: (323)876-6383
Web Site: http://www.cameraguild.com
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to children and grandchildren of members of the International Cinematographers Guild (ICG).
Title of Award: International Cinematographers Guild Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 10 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and students in a postsecondary educational program who are the children or grandchildren of ICG members in good standing. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend, as a full-time student, an accredited college, university, graduate school, junior college, conservatory, or technical school. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on what they care about, their passion, and how those things relate to their academic, extracurricular, or employment life. They may also submit a second optional essay on other matters they want the selection committee to consider, such as their financial need or special circumstances. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

830 ■ INTERNATIONAL FACILITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

Attn: IFMA Foundation
1 East Greenway Plaza, Suite 1100
Houston, TX 77046
Tel: (713)623-4362
Fax: (713)623-6124
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ifmafoundation.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students working on a degree in facility management.
Title of Award: IFMA Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Recently, 15 of these scholarships were awarded: 1 at $5,000, 4 at $3,000, 1 at $2,500, 1 at $1,500, and 8 at $1,000. Since the foundation was established, it has awarded 123 scholarships worth $230,000. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students enrolled full time at an accredited 4-year college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program in facility management or a related field. Undergraduates must have completed at least 2 years of study and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Graduate students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicants may not be currently employed full time in facility management. Selection is based on a letter of intent, resume, achievement, accomplishments, involvement, and faculty appraisals; financial need is not considered. Additional Information: The IFMA Foundation was established in 1990. Its programs include the following named awards: the Barbara Pryor Scholarship, the Doug Underwood Scholarship, the George Graves Scholarship, and the Lee Forrest Scholarship.