Outside Scholarships
Ashland
University Grants and ScholarshipsFederal
and State Grants and Scholarships
Accountancy Board of Ohio-
The Education Assistance Program has been established to provide
scholarships to students who are enrolled in the 5th
year of an accounting education program at an Ohio academic institution
that are approved by the Accountancy Board of Ohio. Students may
apply beginning in their sophomore year. Information to apply
is at www.state.oh.us/acc/educasst.html.
Deadline is April 30th.
Adult Learner Program Scholarships
There are three scholarships each for $1,000 (October
15 deadline) and $5,000 (April 15 deadline).
The Adult Learner Scholarship for ages 25 and above is for individuals
pursuing their first bachelors degree or an associate degree in
a two or four year program. The Adult Learner Scholarship for ages
19-24 is for students who are currently employed and pursuing an
associate degree or certificate in a one to two year occupation
career program.
American Advertising Federation-Cleveland's Education Foundation - The Advertising Federation is please to announce the availability of more than $190,000 in scholarships. To be eligible a student must: 1)Be an Ohio resident qualifying for in-state tuition at an Ohio college or university; 2) Be pursuing a bachelor's degree with a communications/amarketing-related major; 3) Carry a full course-load and hold a current minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale); 4) Currently be in his/her senior or junior year (graduating between 2009 and 2010). Applications are due no later than Friday, October 17, 2008. Finalists will be notified in November and are required to attend an in-person interview with the AAF-Cleveland Scholarship Committee during winter break. Download applications from www.aafcleveland.com/moneytree. Questions? Call 440-673-0020. Applications due october 17, 2008.
Advertising Federation of Fort Wayne - INDIANA STUDENTS: The Advertising Federation of fort Wayne, Inc. is please to announce the availability of $1000 - $1500 scholarships to be awarded to full-time students (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester) who are registered in any advertising related programs for the academic year. In addition, eligible students must maintain permanent residence in the areas served by the Advertising Federation of Fort Wayne, Inc. The area is limited to the following Indiana counties: Adams, Allen, Dekalb, Huntington, Koseiusko, LaGrange, Noble steuben, Wabash, Wells, and Whitley. For further information, write to the Ad Fed Scholarship committee at P.O. Box 10066 fort Wayne, IN 46850, or go online to www.adfedfortwayne.org to download an application. Deadline March 23, 2007.
The Jennings Foundation Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Scholarship is for students who already have a BA/BS degree and are pursuing teacher certification/licensure only or in conjunction with a Masters degree in education. A GPA of 2.5 and a minimum of 6 credit hours per term are required. Applications are available at www.cspohio.org. The deadline is April 15 of each year.
AGC
- Associated General Contractors of America, Inc $1,000
Scholarships for 18 individual recipients. The scholarships are
open to students pursuing construction-related degrees. Applications
are due January 31. For applications and additional information,
go to the AGC website at www.agcohio.com under the education tab.
AGM Scholarship Program
will award several scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for
the academic year and they will be available to individuals who
are actively seeking a golf merchandising career, are currently
attending an accredited college, university or technical institute,
who maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher, and who have completed their sophomore
year. Applications and further guidelines are available in the
Financial Aid Office. Deadline is April 16.
Air Force Scholarships-You
must be a U.S. Citizen enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an
approved school of medicine or osteopathy. The scholarship pays
full tuition and all required fees. This includes reimbursement
for textbooks, small equipment items and supplies needed for study.
Youll also receive a monthly allowance for living expenses. You
are obligated to serve four years or three years in the service
after your internship depending on the number of years you had the
scholarship. In addition, during the scholarship period, youll
spend 45 days each year on active duty. Contact a recruiter at
1-800-423-USAF or on the web at http://www.airforce.com.
American Advertising Federation -
American
Association for Health Education - AAHE offer several
scholarships from $500 to $3,000. Go to their web site for further
information. www.aahperd.org/aahe and search on 'scholarships'.
American Association
of University Women Wooster Branch of AAUW Scholarships
are awarded to assist women in attaining a four-year college degree,
which will enable them to compete in the job market and be economically
independent. To be eligible, candidates must be Wayne County residents
enrolled or planning to enroll in a degree program. Applications
and further guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Deadline is May 1.
American Business Womens
Association Scholarship is available to sophomores, juniors
and seniors. Applications can be obtained in the Financial Aid
Office by calling 1(419)589-9384. Deadline is April 10.
American Cancer Society
provides a scholarship opportunity exclusively for students with
a history of cancer. Last year, through the statewide fundraising
efforts of Relay For Life, ninety $1,000. Scholarships were awarded
to Ohio students pursuing higher education. Applicants may attend
a school anywhere in the United States. Applications are available
at www.cancer.org or at 1-800-686-4357
x394 or 1-888-227-6446. Deadline is February 1.
American
Chemical Society the goal of this scholarship program
is to aid in building an awareness of the value and rewards associated
with careers in science and to assist students in acquiring skills
and credentials needed for success in these areas. The scholarship
is designed to encourage African-American, Hispanic, and Native
American students to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the
chemical sciences. Applications at www.chemistry.org/scholars, Deadline
is March 1.
The American Scholars
National Honor Society-There will be scholarships totaling
$19,000 awarded. See http://www.AmericanScholars.org for more
information.
Amici
Italiani Scholarship - Must be Wayne County, Ohio resident,
accepted as a full time traditional or non-traditional student in
an undergraduate degree program at an accredited post secondary
institution. Up to four renewable $1,000 scholarships to be awarded
annually. Application and all supporting documents send to: Dr.
Gaetano Guzzon, Chair, Amici Italiani Scholarship Committee P.O.
Box 1624, Wooster, Ohio 44691. You may also contact them at: www.AmiciScholarship@netscape.net
for information. Applications available in the Financial
Aid Office. Deadline: April 15.
The Army Emergency Relief
- Helping the Army take care of its own. Spouse and Children Scholarship
Programs. Stateside Spouse Education Assistance Program, Overseas
Spouse Education Assistance Program, Major General james Ursano
Scholarship Fund for Dependent children. Fill out an application
and mail it with the supporting documents by the applicable deadline.
The application is available the following ways: online at www.aerhq.org,
At AER sections, upon written request to AER HQ, Education centers.
A completed application must be submitted for the first term of
each academic year. A renewal form and applicable documents are
required for subsequent tersm. Contact info: Stateside Spouse
Program: 703-325-2091, Overseas Spouse Program: 703-325-0313, Children's
Program: 703-428-0035. email EDUCATION@AERHQ.ORG.
ASAP/Union Bank and Trust Scholarships-The
applicant must be a high school senior in good standing, plan to
attend a post-secondary school, complete the online application,
maintain a valid e-mail address, and show proof on admission to
their college or university choice. Scholarships of $1,000 amounts
will be awarded to the winners. Applicants can apply at http://www.asapubt.com/scholarship/
between September 15 and February 1.
Ashland
County TB and Respiratory Health Association - Ashland
County residents who are planning a career in the health service
field. $1,000 per student per year to be used to cover tuition only.
Applications in the Financial Aid Office. Applications due
May 15.
AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting
Students this program supports minority accounting students
at the undergraduate level and in several specific graduate programs.
Applications and further guidelines are available at www.aicpa.org/diversity.
Deadline is May 1.
AICPA/Accountemps Competitive award of $2,500 scholarships
foroutstanding AICPA student affiliate members pursuing studies
in accounting, finance, or information systems who, in the opinion
of the Scholarship Selection Committee, show significant potential
to become successful business people. Available to full-time undergraduate
or graduate students at regionally accredited institutions in the
US. Applications are available
at www.aicpa.org. Application deadline is April
1.
AICPA/John L. Carey Scholarships Program for students wishing to pursue graduate accounting study.Up to seven recipients will be awarded $5,000.Applications and further guidelines are available at www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu/jlcs.ntm.Deadline is May1.
All
Ohio Chapter Soil & Water Conservation Society
- Must be an Ohio resident. Enrolled at an Ohio college or university
in the fall pursuing a two or four year degree in a 'natural
resources conservation' related program. Recipient must attend an
Ohio college or university. The scholarship award is for $1,000
and will be processed through the scholarship or student aid office
and will be available for use during the recipients next academic
year. The scholarship recipient will be invited to attend the summer
meeting of the All Ohio Chapter, as its guest, to be recognized.
Applications are availabe on the SWCS-AOC web site below.
www.ohiochapterswcs.org, submit application postmarked by May 30,
2006 to Doug Deardorff, SWCS Scholarship Committee, PO Box 436,
Kenton OH 43326-0436, Phone 419-673-7238 extension 3, doug.deardorff@oh.usda.gov
The Annual Ayn Rands Essay Contest-Entrants
must be a full-time undergraduate student. The first place winner
will receive a cash award of $10,000, there will be three second
place winners who will receive $2,000, and five third place winners
who will receive $100. For more information see http://www.aynrand.org/contests.
The deadline is September 16.
Avon Women's Club - The purpose of this scholarship is to assist and encourage women returning to college in an effort to reach their educational goals. The scholarship will be awarded to a qualified Avon woman based on academic record and goals. It is awarded on an annual basis, and will next be awarded in May 2007. Qualifications include: Live in Avon, Ohio;Be at least 21 years of age;Have completed at least a quarter/semester of college, full or par-time;Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. For more information, interested women may visit the Avon Junior Women's club web site at www.ajwc.org or contact Susan Petersonat (440) 937-4805.
Barry
M. Goldwater Scholarship - Students interested in a
career in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering are
invited to apply. The Foundation will award scholarships to students
who will be college juniors or senior during the 2006-2007 academic
year. In order to be considered for an award, the students must
be nominated by their institution. Scholarship award covers eligible
expenses up to a maximum of $7,500 per year. Junior scholarship
recipients can expect to receive a maximum of two years of support.
Seniors are eligible for a maximum of one year of support. Student
must be a current full-time sophomore or junior and must be pursuing
a baccalaureat degree, have a B average or equivalent, stand in
the upper fourth of the class, and be a U.S. citizen, permanent
resident, or U.S. national, who will pursue a career in mathematics,
the natural sciences, or engineering. The deadline for RECEIPT
of all 2006 nominations is February 1. Contact: Darren Wick 207
PTC 419-289-5795 or dwick@ashland.edu.
Benjamin A. Gilman International
Scholarship - The Institute of International Education
(IIE) is now accepting applications. Sponsored by the U.S. Department
of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered
by IIE through its Southern Regional Center, this program enables
students who have limited financial means the opportunity to participate
in study abroad opportunities worldwide. The program provides awards
of up to $5,000 for U.S. citizen undergraduate students at two-
and four-year institutions to pursue country-based semester or academic-year
long study abroad opportunities. To be eligible students must be
receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application and cannot
be studying abroad in a country currently under a U.S. Department
of State Travel Warning or in Cuba. For more information, full eligibility
criteria, and the online application please access the Gilman Program
web site at www.iie.org/gilman. Student On-line Application
Deadline: April 15. For more information please contact the Gilman
Program office. Gilman International Scholarship Program Institute
of International Education, 515 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 150, Houston,
TX 77027. (713)621-6300 ext. 150. gilman@iie.org.
BPW/Ohio Florence Allen Endowment Fund
are awarded annually by the BPW/Ohio Florence Allen Endowment
Fund to provide Ohio women with the opportunity to achieve their
full potential through education. Scholarships funds are for the
academic year and may; be used for courses at 4-year colleges and
universities, Post High School Vocational/Technical Schools, and
Community Colleges. In addition to recent high school graduates,
these scholarships are targeted to those re-entering the job market,
embarking on a new career field, or updating career skills. Applications
and further guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Deadline is April 1.
Campus
Door - Great Futures Start Here Scholarship program.
Campus Door will be awarding $100,000 in scholarships during the
academic year--at $1000 each. Must be enrolled at least half-time
and making Satisfactory Progress before receiving the scholarship.
To apply visit: campusdoor.com/scholarship
The Central Ohio Mineral,
Fossil, Gem and Jewelry Show will offer a scholarship
for the 2007-2008 school year to a deserving student of the earth
sciences. It holds an annual minimum of $1,000. This Gem and Jewelry
Show is an annual show held in the spring in Columbus, Ohio, and
its purpose is to educate the general public and promote the encouragement
of careers in the earth sciences. Students must be a junior, senior,
fifth year, or graduate student majoring in geology or earth science
education. Student must also be an Ohio resident. Applications
are available in the Financial Aid Office. Deadline is April
15.
Choice Hotels International - is pleased to announce that the Women's Business Alliance has implemented a Scholarship Program funded by the Choice Hotels International Foundation. This scholarship program is a means to encourage and assist women interested in beginning or furthering a career in the hospitality industry. A program description and the application are also available on the Choice Hotels International web site at www.choicehotels.com. Click on About Choice Hotels, then diversity initiatives, then Women's Business Allicance of Choice Hotels.
The Cleveland Advertising Association Scholarship - Scholarship money is available for students who: Are enrolled in their senior or junior year, or the final semester of their sophomore years, carry a full course-load, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, live in Ohio, attend an Ohio college or university, are pursuing a communications/marketing-related major. For application/information contact at 20325 Center Ridge Rd. Suite 670, Cleveland, OH 44116. Email adassoc@clevead.com
online www.clevead.com/brain. Applications are due no later than October 29.
Cleveland Scholarship
Program Applications will be accepted for individuals
age 25 and above and ages 19 24.These are meant for individuals
pursuing or planning to pursue their first bachelors or associate
degree. Applicants must be a resident of Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga,
Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, or Trumbull
counties.Further guidelines and applications are available in
the Financial Aid Office or online at www.cspohio.org. Deadline
is April 18thl and October 10th.
Cleveland
Scholarship Programs - Ohio Transfer Council Scholarship
- Scholarships are available for transfer students who are attending
schools that are participating members of the Ohio Transfer council.
Information and applications available at www.ohiotransfer.org
or www.cspohio.org
College Club of Canton
- is offering a tuition grant for the mature woman who
needs 1 year or less to complete her college degree. This is also
available to graduates who need additional requirements for a specific
type of employment, and to licensed nurses who need an additional
year for a degree. The applicant must be a resident of The College
Club of Canton, Ohio community and have passed her 30th
birthday at the time of application. Applications are available
in the Financial Aid Office or from the following committee members:
JoEllen Eberhart at 330-454-9377
Karen Feller at 330-875-9394
June Smith at 330-499-5538
Marianne Summers at 330-499-3186
Deadline is March 1
The College Club of Canton-Ruth Wolter Graduate Award
Loan-The College Club of Canton is offering interest free loans
unless defaulted for women who are within eighteen months of completing
a graduate degree, advanced study and/or research from the date
the loan in granted. The applicant must be a citizen of the U.S.,
a resident of Stark County, show career motivation, demonstrate
financial need, demonstrate academic excellence, maturity, and seriousness
of purpose, have clearly defined career objectives, and have a Baccalaureate
Degree or equivalent. The loan amounts are $1,500 per recipient
per academic year. Applications may be obtained in the Financial
Aid Office or from: Ruth Wolter Graduate Loan Chairman, Mrs. Dolores
Wells Gluck, 243 Weber Ave., NE, North Canton, OH 44720, (330)499-3801
Deadline is February 25.
Community
Foundation of Greater Lorain County are based on field
of study, merit, financial need, and community involvement. Criteria:
Lorain County residency, complete FAFSA and a copy of 2006 tax returns
and a minimum of 2.0 GPA. Decisions will be announced in late June
. Awards will only be paid to the schools. Request an application
by going online at www.cfglc.org/page_scholarsp_appl.html.
Deadline is Feb 10.
Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development - Mission of the COAD is to provide financial assistance to students who: 1)Are residents of COAD's service area 2) Want to attend institutions of higher education 3)Lack the required resources to do so. To be eligible, an applicant must meet all of the following criteria: 1)Be a resident of the 30-county COAD service area for at least one year before the deadline. 2)Reside in a household with a total annual income at or below 200% of the federal poverty 3)have obtained or will obtain a high school degree or GED 4)Show proof of acceptance by an accredited 2-year or 4-year institute of higher ed. For further information, please contact Roger W. McCauley, EXE DIR at 740-594-8499 (phone) 740-592-5994 (fax) or E-mail rmccauley@coadinc.org
Cotillion Society
of Cleveland Candidates should be incoming freshmen from
the greater Cleveland area, with good scholastic records and promise
of achievement in college. Candidates may be upper classmen from
the greater Cleveland area, if the financial or family situation
has changed since entering college. For more information please
contact Becky Shinaberry or Steve Howell in the Financial Aid Office.
Applications must be submitted by our office. The Cotillion Society
will not accept applications directly by the students or their secondary
schools. The deadline for applications is May 7th
each year.
The Council
on Library and Information Resources has established a
fellowship to honor A.R. Zip, a pioneer in information management
systems. The fellowship will be awarded annually to a student currently
enrolled in graduate school, in the early stages of study, who shows
exceptional promise for leadership and technical achievement in
information management. Applicants must be citizens or permanent
residents of the United States. The amount of the award in 2002
will be $8,000. Application forms and instructions may be obtained
from CLIRs Web site at www.clir.org/fellowship/zipf/zipf.html,
or at 202-939-4750 or fax# 202-939-4765 or by e-mail info@clir.org,
or by writing to A.R. Zipf Fellowship, Council on Library and Information
Resources, 1755 Massachusetts Ave. NW Suite 500, Washington, DC
20036. Deadline is April 1.
Datatel Scholars Foundation Scholarship-For
any student attending, or planning to attend, a Datatel client college
or university, or working at a Datatel non-education client site
and enrolled in any college or university. Angelfire Scholarship-For
any student who is a Vietnam Veteran, spouse or child of Vietnam
Veteran, or refugee from Cambodia, Laos, or Vietnam during the 1964-1975
time frame. Proof of Record of Service (Form DD214 or its equivalent)
or entry documents (such as an I-94, original Arrival/Departure
documents with port-of-entry stamp, travel documents with VISA imprints,
or Permanent Residency (Green Card) identification) are required. Returning Student Scholarship-For any student returning
to school after a five-year absence. Nancy Goodhue-Lynch Scholarship-For
any student enrolled in a technology-related curriculum program. The application to apply for these scholarships may be obtained
in the Financial Aid Office and must be postmarked no later
than February 1st. For further information please contact
Datatel at 1-800-486-4332 or http://www.datatel.com/dsf,
or Becky Shinaberry in the Financial Aid Office.
Delta Kappa
Gamma-Beta Gamma Chapter Scholarship This $500 is open
to college juniors or seniors preparing to enter the field of education
at any level, preschool, elementary, secondary and college level.
Applicants must be residents of Lorain County and/or must have graduated
from any high school located in Lorain County, Ohio. Applicant must
have completed at least two years of college by June 2008 and must
be enrolled in a college or university in September 2007 to complete
their studies in the fields of education. Applications can be
obtained from Mrs. Muriel Harrison, Secretary, Beta Gamma Scholarship
Committee, 1918, Grafton Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035.Must be requested
no later than March 20. deadline is April 14.
Delta Kappa Gamma - Medina County Chapter - The Medina County Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma - Epsion Chapter, a professional women's educational society, is sponsoring scholarships for young women who are currently in college pursuing a career in the field of education. Interested applicants must have junior or senior status at their college or university. Contact member susan Welch at 330.665.0034 or Lora Temple 330.722.6935 for more information and a brief application. Deadline for application is May 1, 2007. Awards will be given in the $400 - $600 range.
Delta
Kappa Gamma Society International The Betsy Brown Memorial
Fund has designated $1,000 annually as a scholarship to a woman
educated in the field of Special Education, entering her junior
or senior year of college, whose home is in Lake County. If no applications
are received from a student of Special Education, the committee
will consider those majoring in Education. Applications and further
guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office.Deadline is
March 28.
Delta Phi Chapter of the Delta kappa Gamma Society International
is offering two $1000 scholarships to qualified education majors.
Applicants must be residents of Tuscarawas or Harrison counties
in Ohio and on schedule to graduate with a degree in education by
September 2008. Applications can be obtained at www.web.tusco.net/deltaphi/.
Deadline is Feb 1st. or call Kim Youngen at 330-364-2501.
September 11 Scholarship Alliance
provides education assistance for post-secondary study to members
of families impacted by the events of September 11, 2001. Applicants
must be dependent children or spouses of persons who were killed
or are permanently disabled as a direct result of the terrorist
attacks in the United States on Tuesday, September 11, 2001. Applicants
may be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a course of study
at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical
school in the United States. Scholarships will be offered to applicants
who demonstrate financial need, and may be used for undergraduate
study. Applications and further guidelines are available in the
Financial Aid Office or at 1-877-862-0136 or e-mail at www.scholarships9111.org.
The Fashion Group Foundation of Washington DC will award several scholarships to high school and college students who primary residence is in the Washington, DC area or all cities and counties of the states of Maryland or Virginia, to students pursuing a career in fashion or related area. Applications and further guidelines are available at www.fgi.org.Deadline is March 15.
Fifth
Third Bank, Marathan Ashland Petroleum and Key Bank Minority Internship/Scholarship
Programs, and the Deloitte & Touche Scholarship Program
Fifth Third Bank, Marathon Ashland Petroleum and Key Bank are
now accepting applications for their minority scholarship programs
for the academic year. The deadline for all three applications
in February 28. The Deloitte & Touche Scholarship Program
is available to students majoring in accounting who intend to take
the required amount of courses to sit for the CPA exam. The deadline
for this scholarship is also February 28. Applications and
further guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Ford Foundation Fellowships
for Minorities are approximately 60 pre doctoral, 40 dissertation
and 30 postdoctoral fellowships sponsored by the Ford Foundation
and administered by the National Research Council. To apply you
must be a U.S. citizen or national, planning a career in teaching
and research at the college or university level. Pre doctoral-$16,000
to the fellow, institutional allowance of $7,500 for three years.
Dissertation-$21,000 for one year. Postdoctoral-$34,000 for one
year, $3,000 travel and relocation allowance, $2,000 cost-of-research
allowance, $2,500 employing institution allowance, to be matched
by employing institution. For further information and applications
contact: Fellowship Office, GR 346A, National Research Council,
500 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001 or 202-334-2872, or
fax 202-334-3419, or e-mail infofell@nas.edu or at www.national-academies.org/fellowships.
Deadline dates: Pre doctoral: November 20, 2002, Dissertation:
December 4. Postdoctoral: January 8.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
for graduate study and research abroad. For up-to-date information
on the United States Department of State-funded Fulbright Fellowships:
www.iie.org/fulbright. U.S. graduate student fellowship eligibility
criteria is listed; information is selectable by country. Applications
can be requested on-line at above web site address. Links to other
Fulbright-related web sites, including the Fulbright Scholar Program
for faculty, are also included.
Garden Club Forum of the Toledo District
Scholarship annually awards two or more scholarships to
students from Toledo and surrounding areas interested in continuing
their studies in the areas of Horticulture, Floriculture, Conservation,
Forestry, and Environmental Sciences or related subjects. Applications
and further guidelines will be available in the Financial Aid Office
and can also be obtained by calling 419-874-5269. Deadline is May
1st.
Geauga County Retired
Teachers Association The Geauga County Retired Teachers
Association is offering a $1000 grant-in-aid to a deserving student
who will be a college senior in the College of Education during
the 2006-2007 school year. The student must have lived in and graduated
from a Geauga County high school to qualify. For an application
please contact Ruth Holm, 15920 Arbor Trail, Newbury, Ohio 44065.
Requests should be made by May 1.
Gerald A. Morris Memorial College
Scholarship through the Butler Soil and Water Conservation
District is offering a non-renewable $500 college scholarship to
students enrolling in classes which focus on the conservation of
natural resources. Applicants must have a parent or guardian who
resides in Butler County. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
on a 4.0 scale. For directions on how to apply and further guidelines
please contact Pete Berard at 513-887-3720
or on the internet at www.butlercountyohio.org/conservation. Deadline
is 4:00pm on May 31st every year.
GLAMOUR - Glamour is pleased to invite your students to apply to our 2008 Top 10 College women Competition. This competition recognizes the exceptional achievements and academic excellence of female collete juniors (third year) from the United States and Canada. It is an ideal opportunity for talented students to be rewarded for their leadership roles on campus and in the greater community. Contact GLAMOUR directly by e-mail at ttcw@glamour.com by fax at 212-286-6922 or by logging on to www.glamour.com/news/top10collegewomen. Applications MUST be received by December 1, 2008
The
Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio Scholarship
- The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, believing
in the education and enlightenment of the youth of our country,
each years funds a number of scholarships at selected, accredited
colleges, universities, and theological seminaries in Ohio. The
scholarships are administered by the Scholarship and Financial Aid
Comittees of the respective institutions under the respective institutions.
Helping Hands Book Scholarship Program
This is a one-time award to assist students with the high
cost of textbooks and study materials. Awards are open to high
school and college students who are planning to attend or are currently
attending a two year, four year, or technical/vocational school.
Students may reapply each semester. Applications are available
at http://www.helpinghandsbookscholarship.com . Deadline is July 15 and December 15
of every year.
Hispanic
College Fund, Inc. is a nationwide non-profit organization
dedicated to developing the next generation of Hispanic leaders.
HCF accomplishes its mission by awarding scholarships to talented
undergraduate students. HCF offers scholarship to students pursuing
majors in business, science, and technology. Apply online at
www.hispanicfund.org.Deadline is April
15.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund is pleased to provide scholarship applications for its Community College Transfer Scholarship Program, available to Hispanic American students transferring from community college to a four-year institution the following academic year. Scholarships range from $1,000 - $2,500. Applications can be downloaded at www.hsf.net. For questions call 1-877-HSF-INFO.
Deadline varies.
Institute for Humane Studies - Essay Contests and Scholarships for graduate and undergraduate students interested in individual liberty. Applications are currently available for:Essay contests on key current issues with $15000 in prizes;Scholarships of up to $12000 for undergraduate and graduate students. Additional information and applications at www.TheIHS.org. Contact is Keri Anderson kanderson@theihs.org.
Institute of Management Accountants - offer scholarships to accounting and finance students. Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students. They range from $1,000 to $2,500 with one $5,000. Applications are available at www.imanet.org/scholarships. Deadlines for receipt of all application materials is February 15.
James Madison
Memorial Fellowship Foundation The foundation seeks applicants
committed to a career in teaching American History, American Government,
or Social Studies at the secondary level. Two types of fellowships
are offered: Junior Fellowships, awarded to undergraduates or recent
graduates who plan to become teachers and want to attend graduate
school full time, and Senior Fellowships awarded to experienced
teachers who want to pursue graduate studies through summer and
evening classes. Fellows can attend any institution of higher education
in the US for either a Master of Arts degree, a Master of Arts in
Teaching, or a Master of Education degree with an emphasis on American
history, government, or political science. Each award carries a
maximum grant of up to $24,000 to be applied to the actual costs
of tuition, required fees, books, room, and board. Applications
or additional information about the foundation and the fellowship
program please call 1-800-525-6928 or visit the Foundations web
site: http://www.jamesmadison.com. Application
deadline March 1.
Jane Edna Hunter Scholarship - Scholarship is to help young women from Ohio and South Carolina continue their education. For additional information: http://www.lkwdpl.org/wihohio/contact.htm Deadline is May 1.
Jeannette Rankin Foundation - has awarded scholarships to help over 500 low-income women ages 35 and older attend college. Applications are available from November through February each year. For further information go to http://www.rankinfoundation.org/
John Gyles Education Fund
This fund is a private, benevolent endeavor established ten years
ago with the help of a Canadian/American benefactor. Each year,
financial assistance is available to full-time students in both
Canada and the United States. Full Canadian or American citizenship
is a requirement. Awards are available to both male and female students
for all areas of post-secondary study. A minimum GPA of 2.7 is required.
Criteria other than strictly academic ability and financial need
are considered in the selection process. Selected students will
receive up to $3,000. Applications are available online at www.johngyleseducationcenter.com
Filing date for mailing applications is
June 1st . To receive an application, please send only
a stamped, self-addressed, standard letter size (No. 10) envelope
to the following address: The John Gyles Education fund, ATTN: The
Secretary, PO Box 4808, 712 Riverside Drive, Fredericton, New Brunswick,
Canada E3b 5G4. ***We use international mail service, therefore
U.S. postage is acceptable.
Junior Service Club of
Wooster is now accepting applications for our annual scholarships
to help non-traditional women students who are in need of financial
assistance. In previous years they have awarded scholarships ranging
from $150 to $1500. Offered to women residents or Wayne county who
have had their education interrupted and are now returning to school
or are non-traditional students with financial need. This is not
intended for current high school seniors. Applications and further
guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office or at 330-698-0408
or 330-262-6774. Deadline is April 15.
JoAnne Robinson Memorial
Scholarship Applicants for this $1,000 scholarship must
be full-time African American students who are aspiring to become
journalists. Applicants must also demonstrate qualities such as
hard working, detail oriented, strong communication and interpersonal
skills and a dedication to excellence, both personally and professionally. Applicants must submit transcripts, a written statement describing
personal background, goals, values and characteristics distinguishing
the student, making him/her a candidate worthy of recognition, and
a statement from at least one college professor to: JoAnne Robinson
Memorial Scholarship, WEWS, 3001 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio
44115. Deadline for application is February 29.
Key
Education Resources Log on to www.Key.com/Take5 for
your lucky break.
Lake Erie Section of the Institute
of Food Technologists has a few small scholarships (about
$1,000 each) available for qualified students in the academic year.
The recipient must be at least a junior or a graduate student
majoring in Food Science, Human Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Food
Chemistry, or Food Engineering with the intent to work within the
food industry. Additionally an undergraduate must have completed
a minimum of three quarters or two semesters in the aforementioned
degrees. Applications and further guidelines are available in
the Financial Aid Office. Deadline is Monday, March 3.
MG James Ursano Scholarship Fund - Army Emergency Relief offers financial assistance for undergraduate study of dependent children of Army Soldiers. The MG James Ursano Scholarship Fund is for students who study at an undergraduate, technical or vocational institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education and approved for Title IV funds. Scholarships are awarded based primarily on financial need, secondarily on academic achievements and individual accomplishments. Students may apply online at www.aerhq.org through March 1.
League
of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the largest,
oldest and most successful Hispanic civil rights and service oriented
organization in the United States. The organization has developed
a tremendous record of accomplishment of success leading the goals
and objectives of the organization to advance the economic condition,
educational attainment, political influence, health and civil rights
of Hispanic americans. There are several five hundred dollar scholarships
available. Completed application forms need to be mailed
by March 31. The application form is available online at http://www.lulac.org/Programs/Scholar.html.
Mansfield
Business and Professional Womens Organization Each year
two $500 scholarships are awarded to local recipients. The applicant
must be graduating during the current school year from a public
or private high school, or equivalent within the Richland County
area. If the student is currently attending college, the applicant
should be a graduate from the Richland County area. After all applications
are received, the Scholarship Committee will review the applications
and make a final recommendation to the Board of Directors at their
April meeting. . Please request an application by calling 289-5002
or come to the Financial Aid Office, 310 Founders Hall to pick up
an application. The deadline for submitting the applications is
April 15.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation,Inc. - The son or daughter of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve. The son or daughter of a former Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or who was killed while in the service of our country. The son or daughter of an active duty, reserve, or former U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served, with the U.S. Marine Corps. Family income is less than $80,000. Application forms available at www.marine-scholars.org.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Program which President Bush announced on January 21, 2002. Under the initiative, continuing juniors, seniors, or graduate students are eligible to apply for an eight-week, paid internship in the UD department of Education in Washington, D.C. Up to 10 students will be selected.For more information log onto www.ed.gov.orwww.usajobs.opm.gov. or www.studentjobs.gov.
Medina County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship The scholarship is for $500.00, and will be awarded to a student who is graduate of a Medina County , Ohio, high school and who will be enrolled in the fall of this calendar year as a junior or a senior in a college of education and majoring in any field of education. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office, or at MCRTA 1-330-722-6915. Deadline is May 1.
Mensa
Education and Research Foundation - East Central Ohio
Mensa. U.S. citizens or U.S. residents who will be enrolled in an
accredited U.S. institution of post-secondary education for Fall
term are eligible to apply for awards of $300 to $2000.
http://foundation.us.mensa.org/scholarships/zipfinder.php. December 31, 2008.
Miami
Soil and Water Conservation District Scholarships is offering
two $750 scholarships to Miami County residents who are majoring
in Agriculture or Natural Resources at a two or four year college
or university. The students must be enrolled in the Fall term and
must not be a prior scholarship recipient from the Miami SWCD. This
is a one-time award. Please request an application by calling
289-5002 or come to the Financial Aid Office, 310 Founders Hall
to pick up an application. Applications must be received
by April 14, 2008(postmarked).
The Miss Ashland/Miss
Ashland County Scholarship Programs No entry fees. Every
contestant earns scholarship money. Miss Ashland 2002 and Miss
Ashland County 2002 each receive a minimum of $1,000 cash scholarship
plus a $1,000 renewable Ashland University Scholarship. Contact
the Executive Directors John and Sandy Matthes, 1090 Reed Road,
Mansfield, Ohio 44903, 419-589-5400, masp@richnet.net.
NAPM-Columbus, Inc., - is a non-profit organization wishes to financially assist deserving students in either undergraduate or graduate classes that are consistent with NAPMs professional objectives.These classes must be taken at approved accredited colleges or universities. The granting of our scholarship(s) is designed to:Assist an outstanding student(s) in achieving quality academic education by providing moderate financial assistance to qualified applicants, and encourage scholarship candidates to enter the Purchasing or Materials Management profession. Further guidelines and applications are available in the Financial Aid Office or at www.napmcolumbus.org. Deadline is April 15th.
National Academies - Competitive awards are available for scientists and engineers to conduct independent research in federal laboratories. Awards include attractive stipends, health insurance, professional travel and relocation. Detailed program information, including instructions on how to submit online applications, a list of laboratories and their locations, and areas of research can be found on our Web site at: www.nationalacademices.org/rap. Prospective applicants are invited to contact the NRC directly at 202-334-2760 or rap@nas.edu if additional information or assistance is required.
The National Federation of Republican Women The Betty Rendel Scholarship Fund was established in September of 1995 in honor of NFRW Past President Betty Rendel's extraordinary leadership skills and dedication to the Republican Party in her home state of Indiana as well as on the national level. The three annual scholarships of $1,000 are designed for undergraduate Republican women who are currently majoring in political science, government or economics. The recipients are chosen from applicants from across the nation. The scholarships are given to women who have successfully completed at least two years of college coursework. Scholarship winners may not reapply. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office. Note: Applications must be submitted to your State Federation President by June 1. Each president will choose one application from her state to submit to NFRW. Any questions concerning this process should be directed to your State Federation or to NFRW (703/548-9688). The scholarship winners will be chosen by the NFRW Executive Committee.
The National Federation of Republican Women Dorothy Andrews Kabis Internship Program is named after former NFRW President Dorothy Andrews Kabis who served from 1963 -1967 and was later appointed Treasurer of the United States by President Richard Nixon. Each year, the program offers three young women the opportunity to spend six weeks in our nation's capitol working in the headquarters of the country's foremost women's partisan political organization. Applicants must be in their junior year of college or college students age 21 and over, having completed high school but not yet graduated from college. Applicants should have a general knowledge of government and a keen interest in Republican politics, including campaign experience and clerical office skills adaptable to a busy office. The internship provides housing in the D.C. metropolitan area and round trip airfare. A small monetary allowance is given. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office. Note: Applications must be submitted to your State Federation President by February 20. Each president will choose one application from her state to submit to NFRW. Any questions concerning this process should be directed to the state federation of NFRW (703/548-9688). The internship winners will be chosen at the NFRW Spring Executive Committee Meeting.
National Federation of Republican Women - The Betty Rendel ScholarshiplThree annual scholarships of $1,000 are designed for undergraduate women who are currently majoring in political schience, government or economics. The recipients are chosen from applicants from across the nation. The scholarships are given to women who have successfully completed at least two years of college coursework and are U.S. Citizens. Scholarship winners may not reapply. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office. Deadline is June 1. Any questions should be directed to your State Federation or to NFRW (703/548/9688).
The
National Pathfinder Scholarship The National Federation
of Republican Women established the national Pathfinder Scholarship
Fund in 1985 in honor of First Lady Nancy Reagan. The three annual
scholarships of $2,500 each are available to provide financial assistance
and support to young women seeking undergraduate or postgraduate
degrees. College sophomores, junior, and seniors, and students enrolled
in a Masters Program are eligible. Recent high school graduates
and first year college women are not eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Scholarship winners may not reapply. Applications are available
in the Financial Aid Office. Note: Applications must be submitted
to your State Federation President by June1. Each president will
choose one application from her state to submit to NFRW. Any questions
concerning this process should be directed to your state federation
or to NFRW (703/548-9688). The scholarship winners will be chosen
by the NFRW Executive Committee.
The National
Federation of the Blind and Ohio Affiliate Scholarships-The
NFB is offering scholarships of $2,500 to $12,000 to full-time and
part-time legally blind students. The Ohio Affiliate is offering
$1,000 to $10,000 scholarships. Applications are available in
the Financial Aid Office. The deadline for the NFB scholarship is
March 31 and the Ohio Affiliate Scholarship deadline is March 31.
National Italian American Foundation
Scholarship has an education budget of $1,000. They will
award scholarships and grants to outstanding students in the summer
for use during the following academic year. These are for undergrads,
graduates and doctorate programs. The awards will be made on the
basis of academic merit and divided between two groups of students.
Category I: Italian American students who demonstrate outstanding
potential and high academic achievements. Area of study is open.
Category II: Those students from any ethnic background majoring
or minoring in Italian language, Italian studied, Italian American
studies or a related field, who demonstrate outstanding potential
and high academic achievements. Scholarships awards range from
$2,000-$5,000. Applications are available only on their website
at www.niaf.org/Scholarships. Deadline is April 30.
National Physical Science Consortium - If you aspire to a doctoral degree and a career in the physical sciences and related fields, you are a potential National Physical Science Consortium. Students may apply starting in late August; the process closes in early November (see www.npsc.org for exact dates). The Fellowship covers tuition and fees and provides a generous annual stipend. Students in the six-year program intern for two summers with their sponsor, who provides a salary and covers travel expenses. For students who receive six years of support, the total value of the Fellowship well exceeds $200,000.
National
Restaurant Association Educational foundation Scholarships
and Mentoring Program. The National Restaurant Association Educational
Foundation (NRAEF) encourages and supports high school students,
undergraduate students and educators who are committed to furthering
their education and enhancing their careers in the restaurant and
foodservice industry by awarding scholarships. Application is available
online at the NRAEF Web site: www.nraef.org. Copies can also be
printed from the Web site.
The National Scholars
Honor Society is an academic honors organization dedicated
to actively encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding high academic
achievement in all areas of study. The Society strives to reward
and encourage personal growth and development, as well as engender
a sense of civic responsibility and dedication to our great nation.
Our members include thousands of Americas brightest minds and top
achievers in the Arts, the Sciences, Business, Medicine, Law, and
Politics. $19,000 in Scholarships, The Benjamin Franklin Scholarship,
$5,000, The Alexander Bell Scholarship, $4,000, The Abraham Lincoln
Scholarship, $5,000, The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship, $5,000.
To find out more you can write to: The National Scholars Honor
Society, Office of Membership and Awards, 956 South Bartlett Road,
Bartlett, Illinois, 60103-6552 or you can apply on-line at www.CollegeHonors.org.
The Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association, Inc - Undergraduate students who are pursuing their first degree in nursing may easily obtain information or download an application by visiting www.nsna.org then click on Foundation/Scholarships. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. Completed applications must be received by Friday, January 11, 2008. Students are strongly encouraged to complete and submit their application to the FNSNA before the end of December 2007. For further information, contact Jasmine Melendez at (718)210-0705 Ext 118 or email Jasmine@nsna.org or Laruen Sperle at (718) 210-0705 Ext. 111 or email at Lauren @nsna.org.
The
Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association, Inc
Awards range from $1000 to $5000 for undergraduate
students who are pursuing their first degree in nursing. Applications
may be downloaded at www.nsna.org - click on Foundation. Contact
jasmine Melendez, Scholarship and Grants Administrator at 718-210-0705
Ext. 118 or via emailat Jasmine@nsna.org or Lauren Sperle, Executive
Assistant at 718-210-0705 Ext 111 or via email at Lauren @nsna.org.
Winners will be notified in March 2007. Only winners will be notified.
The Navy Baccalaureate
Degree Completion Program (BDCP) provides qualified students
who meet the Navys physical requirements with up to $54,000 to
complete their education. The money is sent directly to the student
to spend on tuition, room and board, books, even purchasing a computer
or repairing a car. Students in the Navy BDCP experience college
just as any other student does. No military requirements interfere
with classes. For information log on to www.navy.com.
The Navy Health Services
Collegiate Program (HSCP) is a program that provides students
with up to $42,000 to cover college costs, living expenses or spend
any way they see fit. In return, upon graduation, theyll take
on the prestige of a commissioned Navy Officer with a lead role
in their chosen health care specialty. Students must have a grade
point average of 3.0 or higher and be working toward a degree as
a dentist, environmental health specialist, health care administrator,
industrial hygienist, optometrist, physicians assistant, physical
therapist, pharmacist or occupational therapist. For more information
log on to www.navy.com.
The Ohio Academy of Science will be offering The Ohio Environmental Science and Environmental Engineering Scholarship Program once again this year.The postmark deadline for the scholarship is April 18. Additional information, as well as applications, can be fount online at www.ohiosci.org/OESEESCHOLARHIPS.htm.
Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association - has established a scholarship fund. This fund will be used to supply scholarships to students interested in the exploration, excavation, engineering, acquisition, production and other courses related to the industrial minerals industry in Ohio. Scholarship is for $1000. If you are interested in this scholarship information please respond by email: rocks@oaima.org or call 1-800-OH ROCKS and they will send you additional information. Application must be postmarked on or before Sept 30. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Ohio Appalachian Center for Higher Education - The mission of the OACHE is to raise the college attainment in Appalachian Ohio. We all know a college education provides opportunity for a better way of life creating a more secure workforce, a stronger economy and more progressive communities in addition to many other positive returns. For information, go to http://www.oache.org/
Ohio Arts and Crafts Guild - Scholarship must be used to pursue a visual Arts Education. 2.5 GPA or above, written recommendation from a faculty member, 3 slides representing work. List of community or school involvement in the humanities, special honors, awards or other information that could result in receiving the scholarship. Application is available in the Financial Aid Office. Applications due January 31
The Ohio Association of Broadcasters Two $3,000 scholarships will be offered to students enrolled in a broadcasting-related field of study at a 4-year college or university in Ohio. One is designated for a minority or female student. Scholarship application : www.oab.org/mp3/scholarship.pdf. Deadline for applications is Marc h 12.
Ohio Board of Regents Fellowship - Fellowships provide $3,500 each year for two years of full-time graduate/professional study. To be eligible, a student must: 1. Earned a baccalaureate degree at an Ohio college or university; 2. plan to enroll full-time in an eligible Ohio graduate or professional school within the same year of receiving a bachelor's degree; 3. be a U.S. citizen; 4. Be an Ohio resident, and; 5. undergrad GPA mst rank among the top of the class as of February 1 of the senior year or the percentile placement on the appropriate graduate or professional examination. Contact Rodney Michael, 206 Kettering Hall, at 5272 or rmichael@ashland.edu for details. You may also pick up applications from Brenda Fletcher in 221 Kettering Hall.
Ohio
Business Teachers Association This $1,000 scholarship
is available to a full-time graduate student or junior/senior undergraduate
majoring in business education and enrolled in an Ohio college.
Please request an application by calling 289-5002 or come to
the Financial Aid Office, 310 Founders Hall to pick up an application.
Forms must be submitted by August 31.
Ohio Commission on African-American
Males Must be a male of African-American descent, a US
citizen or permanent resident, be a sophomore or junior in the academic
year, be a full-time student, and have a cumulative grade point
average of 2.8. Applications and further guidelines are available
at www.state.oh.us/caam or at 1-800-370-4566, or in the Financial
Aid Office. Deadline is June 15.
Ohio Environmental Health Association
provides students the opportunity to apply for The George
Eagle Memorial Scholarship. This Scholarship consists of a $2,000
cash award granted to one undergraduate, and one graduate, student
annually. Undergraduates must be an Ohio resident, enrolled as
a sophomore, junior, or senior in a program leading to a Baccalaureate
degree in Environmental Health or a related field. Graduates must
be an OEHA member in good standing, enrolled in a graduate program,
with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applications are available in the Financial
Aid Office or at 740-349-6535 or at e-mail address: jebel@lcounty.com.
Deadline is February 15.
Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Foundation - Three student scholarships of $500 each are available in 2007 for outstanding students in recreation and park management or related programs of study. Questions regarding the scholarship process can be addressed by contacting Robert Harris, at 513-785-7060 or via email at harrisr@ci.hamilton.oh.us. The applications can be downloaded from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association web site at www.opraonline.org. Deadline for applications is December 15.
Ohio Soybean Council Foundation - Available to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies related to the application of science and technology to agriculture. Applications available at www.soyohio.org. Undergraduate scholarships: five of up to $3,000; Graduate two of up to $5,000.
Ohio Travel Association - $1,000 scholarship to a deserving, full-time student studying tourism. Renewable for following two years. A description of the scholarship and application are posted at www.ohiotravel.org.
Optimist Club of Mansfield
is proud to announce that we will again be sponsoring several
scholarships awards in the amount of $1000. To qualify for these
scholarships, a student must be entering their junior or senior
year of college this coming fall, have at least a 2.5 GPA, and reside
in Richland County. Send your request for application to: Dan
Loguda, Progress Industries, 280 Sterkel Blvd., Mansfield, OH 44907.
All applicants will be required to complete an application and send
in an official current transcript of courses completed, three character
reference letters, and a biographical statement that includes financial
need as well as pertinent information about themselves. Any
questions call Dan Loguda at 419-756-1133. This is a yearly scholarship.
Deadline is May 30.
The "Past Presidents Scholarship"-The
International Association of Administrative Professionals is rewarding
two $750 scholarships in the 2002-2003 school year. The applicant
should have completed a high school education or GED, have a cumulative
GPA of 3.0, and have applied, accepted, or currently attending an
accredited university, college, junior college, community college,
or technical/vocational school for the purposes of pursuing an administrative
office professional career. The Applicant must return the completed
application by March 15 and attend an interview on March 31.
Payne, Hammersmith, Nickles
& Company Accounting Scholarships is offering two
$1,500 scholarships for the academic year. These scholarships are
open to fourth and fifth year students with Accounting majors, and
are intended to assist the students in meeting the 150-hour requirement
to take the CPA exam.
Eligibility criteria: (1) Erie or Huron County, Ohio resident (2)
Minimum 2.8 GPA (3) Completion of the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA). This scholarship is based on field of study,
merit, financial need, and community involvement. Applications
are available in the Financial Aid Office. Deadline is 5p.m. May
2.
Police Corps - offers scholarship
funds to full-time students in a 4-year college pursuing a Baccalaureate
degree or to graduate students. (Up to $7500 per year, up to the
$30,000 total). The statute says the applicant may NOT have previous
law enforcement (ie, fully sworn Police Officer) experience. For
more eligibility information please see: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/opclee/applicationkits.htm
and general information: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/opclee/about.htm
Polonia
Foundation of Ohio, Inc. Scholarship This scholarship
is available to any deserving student of Polish ancestry, who is
a resident of Ohio and a permanent resident or a citizen of the
United States. Applications are now available through June 15. Grants
will be awarded in Cleveland in October at the Foundations annual
Pulaski Day Banquet. In recent years, grants were awarded in amounts
ranging from $750 to $1,500 including one each to students of Law,
Medicine, and Communications. You may request applications from and return
applications to Edward J. Jayjack, 2120 W. Pleasantvalley Road,
Parma, Ohio 44134. Forms must be postmarked by June 15.
Public Relations Society
of America Scholarships (Akron Area Chapter) the purpose
of this scholarship is to encourage the study and career development
of students enrolled in an accredited communications, journalism
or public relations program at a college or university. Residents
and students of chapter service area (Summit, Stark,Portage,Wayne,
Medina, Mahoning, Columbiana, Jefferson, Richland and Ashland counties.
The PRSA is awarded once a year in the amount of $1,000. Applications
and further guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office
or at 330-543-8160 or via e-mail at areynolds@chmca.org. Deadline is May
30.
Richland County Foundation
is offering college scholarships to undergraduate students from
Richland County. This is a need-based college scholarship program
has three eligibility requirements: (1). Applicant must be a permanent
resident of Richland County; (2). Applicant will or does attend
an accredited undergraduate school full-time for the academic year;
and (3). Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA (if a new applicant) or
a 2.0 GPA (if re-applying). Application are available at www.rcfoundatin.org,
or in the Financial Aid Office. The following must be submitted
to the Foundation on or before April 1st. Completed application,
Student Aid Report, most recent grades.
Sales & Marketing Executives Education Foundation Scholarships in amounts up to $5,000 are being offered by Sales & Marketing Executives of Cleveland Education Foundation to marketing and sales majors. Scholarship Application Deadline: May 1. Applications are available on-line at www.smecleveland.com
The SallieMae Fund: The Sallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae, achieves its mission--to increase access to a postsecondary education for America's students--by supporting prorams and initiatives that help open doors to higher education, prepare families for their investment, and bridge the gap when no one else can. Scholarships include: "First in My Family", "Unmet Need", "American Dream"..Apply at: www.salliemaefund.org.
Society of Plastics Engineers - For students with an expressed or demonstrated career interest in the Plastics industry. Eligibility: Seniors in good standing. Ties to Northeast Ohio area. Majoring in or taking courses that would be beneficial to a career in the plastics industry. Apply by February 24, 2007 to Ms. Susan Montgomery PRIAMUS System Technologies, LLC PO Box 386 Brunswick, OH 44212. 330-653-3813. s.montgomery@priamus.com
Soroptimist - Soroptimist International of Northeast Suburban Franklin County Ohio is offering a $500 Women's Opportunity Award to a woman who is seeking to improve her economic status by gaining additional skills, training or education. This program was designed to provide assistance to women who provide the primary financial support for their families and who are motivated to increase their educaiton or training but do not have the resources to do so. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office. Deadline is January 15.
Stark County Retired
Teachers Association is offering six $1000 scholarships to
be given to college students who will be juniors or seniors in the
field of Education this fall and who have graduated from a high
school within Stark County. This is a yearly scholarship and new
packets are sent the beginning of March of each year. Applications
and further guidelines are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Deadline is May 20.
Spencer Foundation Dissertation
Fellowship for Research Related to Education- some 30
Fellowships of $20,000 are awarded each year to support doctoral
candidates in a variety of fields whose dissertations promise to
contribute fresh perspectives to the history, theory, or practice
of education. Phone or mail requests for application materials must
be received by September 23, 2002. Applications may also be downloaded
from the Foundations web site www.spencer.org until October. Application
materials must be submitted by mail and postmarked by October 17.
For further information, please contact: Spencer Dissertation Fellowships,
The Spencer Foundation, 875 North Michigan Ave., Suite 3930, Chicago,
IL 60611., 312-337-7000.
Talbots Womens Scholarship Fund-Applicants
must be women currently residing in the U.S., have earned a high
school diploma or GED at least 10 years ago (no later than September
1993), seeking a degree from an accredited 2 or 4 year college or
university or vocational school, and have at least two full-time
semesters remaining to complete their undergraduate degree. Applications
are available in the Financial Aid Office, Talbots U.S. stores,
and on-line at http://www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp.Deadline
is January 2, 2007 or until 1000 applications have been received,
whichever is earlier..
Thomas J. Seefred Trust Fund - This is a perpetual fund that will award scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each to college students between 18 - 25 years old who are suffering from Juvenile Diabetes. Preference will be given to qualified applications from Trumbull, Mahoning, and Columbiana Counties in Ohio. All scholarships will be awarded by the Trust and will be based on academic promise, personal satement, recommendations, and financial need. Applications can be printed from the Trust's Web site: www.seefredtrust.org. Must be postmarked by April 1.