Scholarships
Outside Scholarships and Awards - L M N O P
Lancaster Business & Professional Women’s Club – NEW!
$1000 Scholarship. Eligibility Requirements: Resident of Fairfield County. At least 20 years old. At Least 8 credit hours Undergraduate. Applications can be obtained in Financial Aid Office. (ER-147). Deadline: April 16, 2008
Latin Ladies Organization Scholarship – NEW!
$500 - $1000. Resident of Central Ohio - Franklin, Delaware, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, Madison, Union Counties. One parent or grandparent born in any Latin Spanish-speaking countries. US citizen or Permanent Resident. 2.5 GPA. Deadline: March 31, 2008
Latin Business Foundation Scholarship
Contact : Martha Granados, CHARO-CDC Community Development Corporation, 3951 Medford St., Los Angeles , CA 90063 , (323) 269-0751, www.eastbayconsortium.org/scholarship/133.html Eligibility: Latino/a high school seniors, college undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a business degree. The serious applicant must have applied for other aid prior to contacting the foundation. Regional. Award Varies; Deadline April 1.
Latinas Learning to Lead: Summer Youth Institute
Contact: National Hispana Leadership Institute, Latinas Learning To Lead, 1901 N. Moore Street, Suite 206, Arlington , VA 22209 (703) 527-6007 Fax: (703) 527-6009 e-mail: NHLI@aol.com www.NHLI.org Eligibility: Applicant must be a Latina enrolled in an undergraduate program with a minimum 30 semester units by May and a minimum of 2.50 GPA. The student must be between 17 - 22 yrs with some leadership experience through volunteer work or other activities, and have a strong commitment to Latina/o issues. See official website. Award: Cost of airline travel, room and board and all classroom materials are covered by NHLI. Deadline August 15.
Latin American Educational Foundation
Contact: 924 West Colfax Avenue Ste. 103, Denver, Colarado 80204, (303) 446-0541, Fax: (303) 446-0526 www.laef.org, e-mail: laef@uswest.net; Eligibility : U.S. citizens of Spanish ancestry who will attend a college or a university. Award : Contact for details; Deadline: February 15.
Lagrant Foundation Scholarship
Contact : Lagrant Foundation, 555 Flower Street, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90071, (323) 469-8680 www.lagrantfoundation.org; Eligibility : 10 scholarships are awarded each year. Scholarships are available for high school seniors and under graduates who are public relations, marketing, journalism, or advertising majors. Award : $2,000; Deadline March 31.
Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. Latina Scholarship Award
Contact : La Mesa Directiva ,Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc., 1220 Rosecrans 543, San Diego, CA 92106 e-mail: chair@lambdathetanu.org www.lambdathetanu.org Eligibility : Latina pursuing her education at an accredited college or university. No specific major is required. All California chapters award money each year. Contact the chapter closest to you for further info. Award : $200- $1,000 Multiple scholarships awarded yearly.; Deadline: Contact for details.
Leopold Shepp Foundation
Contact: 551 Fifth Ave., Suite 3000 , New York, NY 10176 , (212) 986-3078 www.sheppfoundation.org Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate full-time students. Must be a U.S. citizen. Award: $1,000 ; Deadline: Please send aself-addressed, stamped envelope to the above address for information.
Medina County Retired Teacher Association Scholarship - NEW!
2 - $500 Scholarships. Eligibility Requirements: Graduate of Medina County, Ohio High School, Black River HS, Highland HS, Brunswick HS, Medina Christian Academy HS, Buckeye HS, Medina City HS, Cloverleaf HS or Wadsworth HS. Deadline: May 1 annually. Applications available in the Financial Aid Office, ER-147
Mervyn's Local Hero Scholarship
Contact : Scholars Management Srvc. CSFA, 1505 Riverview Road, PO BOX 297, St. Peters, MN 56082 Eligibility : High School senior, demonstrates academic excellence and extracurricular activities. Must be a resident of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, ID, LO, MI, MN, NV, NM, OK, OR, TX, UT, WA. Award : $1,000-$10,000; Deadline: February 1 – July 31
Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship
Contact: Scholarship Committee Government Finance Officers Association 203 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2700 Chicago, IL 60601-1210 (312) 977-9700 Fax: (312) 977-4806 www.gfoa.org; Eligibility : This program is open to upperdivision and graduate students who are enrolled full-time and preparing for a career in public finance. Applicants must be members of a minority group, citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada, and able to provide a letter of intent from the dean of their school. Selection is based on career plans, academic record, plan of study, letters of recommendation, and grade point average. Financial need is not considered. Award: $5000 stipend Deadline: February
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
Contact: www.merf.us.mensa.org Eligibility : Open to all students (must write a 550-word essay). Request an application at local chapter, chapter information is available online. Awards : varies Deadline: January 15
Microsoft Minority Scholarship
Contact: College Relations One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052-6399 e-mail: resume@microsoft.com www.microsoft.com/college/scholarships Eligibility: African-American, Hispanic, or Native American sophomores or juniors pursuing studies in computer science or related disciplines in math; a minority full-time undergraduate pursuing environmental careers at historically Black college/university. Must apply 2 years before receiving bachelor of science degree, 3.0 GPA and goal statement also needed Award: Full tuition and fees, monthly stipend, summer internship after first year Deadline January 15
Minority Advertising Intern Program, The
Contact: Rhonda Jackman 666 Third Ave. New York, NY 10017 (212) 682-2500 Eligibility: Minority undergraduate and graduate college students who have an interest in the field of communications. The program gives students a realistic view of what advertising is about by placing them in working environments. Award: $250/week Deadline January 28
Minority Geoscience Undergraduate Scholarships
Contact: American Geological Institute, Attn: Director, AGI Minority Geoscience Scholarships, 4220 King Street Alexandria, VA 22302, (703) 379-2480, Fax: (703) 379-7653, www.agiweb.org; Eligibility : Applicants must be geoscience majors (or a related field) who are U.S. citizens and members of the following underrepresented ethnic minority groups: African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans (American Indians, Eskimos, Hawaiians, and Samoans). Related geoscience fields include geology, geophysics, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology, and earth-science education. Award: Up to $10,000 per year; Deadline: January
Mexican American Grocers Association Foundation
Contact: Jackie Solis, 405 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (323) 227-1565 Fax: (323) 227- 6935 www.maga.org e-mail: execoffice@maga.org Eligibility: Must be of Hispanic descent in college, full time students at, at least the sophomore level with financial need. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA and must be majoring in business or a business-related field. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope to the above address for an application. Award: Varies ($2,000 maximum) Deadline July.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
You can qualify if: Son or Daughter of Marine on active duty or in the Reserve, Son or Daughter of former Marine/Reservist who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge or who was in while in the service of our country, 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, Your 2006 family income is $65,000 or less. Applications are available at www.mcsf.org. Application Deadline for Graduating High School Seniors: April 16, 2007 . Application Deadline for all others: Deadline July 15
MAGAF Scholarship
Contact: Scholarship Coordinator, 405 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90031 Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA and pursuing a degree in a business related field. College sophomores, juniors, and seniors may apply. Award : Varies Deadline June.
McDonald’s Scholarship Program
Contact: Ronald McDonald House Charity, Tel: (630)623-7048, McDonald's USA National Employee Scholarship Program, www.mcdonalds.com/usa/good/people/scholarship.html
Migrant Farmworker Baccalaureate Scholarship
Contact: Mary Fink, P.O. Box 549, Geneseo, NY 14454, (800) 245-5681, www.migrant.net; Eligibility : Applicant must show a recent history of movement for agricultural employment, as well as demonstrate scholastic achievement and financial need. Award: $100 - $2,000; Deadline: Varies (Please see website)
National Federation of the Blind Jennica Ferguson Memorial Scholarship – NEW!
$2500 Scholarship. Must be Legally Blind. Full-time Student. Applications available: www.nfb.org/oh. Application deadline: June 1, 2008
National Federation of the Blind Kenneth Jernigan Scholarship – NEW!
$2500 - $12,000 year. Several state and national scholarships to be awarded. Must be Legally Blind. Degree Program. Full time Student or Part time student working Full time. Applications can be obtained at www.nfb.org/scholarships. Application deadline: March 31, 2008
NMJGSA (National Minority Junior Golf Scholarship Association)
Contact: National Minority Junior Golf Scholarship AssociationAttn: 7226 North 16th Street Suite 210 • Phoenix, AZ 85020 • Tel. (602) 943-8399 • Fax. (602) 943-8553 Eligibility : Eligible applicants are minority high school seniors whoa are interested in attending college. Applicants are asked to write a 500-word essay on this question: “One of the principal goals of education and golf is fostering ways for people to respect and get along with individuals who think, dress, look, and act differently. How might you make this goal a reality?” Selection is based on academic record, personal recommendations, participation in golf, school and community activities(including employment, extracurricular activities, and other responsibilities), and financial need. Award: $1,000 (minimum); Deadline April 15
National Association of Secondary School Principals – Principal Leadership Award
Contact: Ms. Macheal Waters, 1904 Association Dr., Reston, VA 22091-1537, (703) 860-7344, Fax: (703) 476- 5432 www.nassp.org, Eligibility: Must be nominated by your school principal. This scholarship is based on volunteer work. Award: $1,000; Deadline December 6
National Association of Hispanic Journalists NHSF Scholarship Committee
Contact: Lizette Jenness; send a SASE. 1000 National Press Bldg. Washington, DC 20045; 1-888-346-NAHJ; www.nahj.org or e-mail: mreyes@nahj.org Eligibility: For high school seniors, undergraduates or graduate students majoring in journalism. Must be pursuing a major in communications. Award: $1,000-$2,000 Deadline February 26
Newhouse Scholarship Program
Contact: National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Attn: Scholarships, 1193 National Press Building Washington, DC 20045 (202) 662-7143, (888) 346-NAHJ, www.nahj.org; Eligibility : Applicants must be college juniors seniors that are of Hispanic descent and interested in majoring in print journalism. Applications, which may be submitted in English or Spanish, must include an autobiographical essay of 500 words describing some aspect of the relationship between Hispanic Americans and the press. Selection is based on academic excellence, a demonstrated interest in journalism as a career, and financial need. Award: $5,000 per year (for two years), funding to attend the association’s convention, and an internship during the summer between the junior and senior year. Deadline: February
National Federation of the Blind
$3000 - $12,000 year. Several state and national scholarships to be awarded. Must be Legally Blind. Degree Program. Full time Student. Or Part time student working Full time. Applications can be obtained at: www.nfb.org/scholarships. Deadline: March 31, 2008.
National Society of Accountants
Contact: Susan Noell 1010 North Fairfax Street Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 549-6400 Fax: (703) 549 2984 www.nsacct.org; e-mail: jhemphill@nsacct.org Eligibility: Undergraduate students majoring in accounting. Open to students in 2 or 4-year schools. 4-year school students may apply for their 3rd and 4th year only. Award : $500 - $1000; Deadline March 10
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
Contact: Rhonda Boozer (Must submit a written request for an application.), Attn: Director, Youth and College Division Wilkins (Roy) Scholarship, 4805 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215, (410) 580-5760, Fax: (410) 764- 7357 www.naacp.org/programs/youth/college/ ; Eligibility : Pursuing a college education and be under age 25 with a 2.5 minimum GPA. A letter of recommendation from a NAACP official is required. Award : $1,000 - $5,000; Deadline March
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Contact: 1776 D Street, NW , Washington, DC 20006-5303 , (202) 628-1776, www.dar.org/natsociety/default.html Eligibility: Undergraduate American Indian with financial need, 2.75 GPA. Award: $500; Deadline December 1, August 1
National Association of Hispanic Nurses
Contact: Miriam Gonzalez, 1501 16th St, N.W., Washington, DC. 20036, (202) 387-2477, Fax: (202) 483-7183 www.thehispanicnurses.org; Eligibility: Academic excellence and financial need, minimum 3.0 GPA, an interest in nursing, and an essay. Contact for more details. Award: $500-$2,500; Deadline: Contact for details
National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc.
Contact: Director of Education, NANBPWC, National Headquarters, 1806 New Hampshire Ave., NW Washington, DC 20009, www.geocities.com/Wellesley/6626/, e-mail - williamsbridgec@hotmail.com, Eligibility : Requirements vary depending on type of scholarships offered by individual chapters. Award : Contact for details; Deadline: Contact for details
National FFA Scholarships Collegiate Program
Contact: P.O. Box 68960 , 6060 FFA Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46268-096, (317) 802-6060, Fax: (317) 802-6061 www.ffa.org Eligibility: Must be an FFA member Award: Scholarships are given for a wide variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans. Different awards may be used at colleges, universities and postsecondary agricultural programs. See official website for more details.
National Scholars Honor Society
$4000 - $5000 Scholarships. Highly qualified achievers need to apply. For more information and applications, apply onine at: www.CollegeHonors.org.
National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Contact: School Guidance Counselor, 1560 Sherman Avenue, Suite 200, Evanston, IL 60201-4897, (847) 866- 5100 www.nationalmerit.org; Eligibility: Students sign up for scholarship by taking the PSAT/NMSQT. Students must be high school students enrolling in college or a university the following year. Must be a U.S. citizen. Award: $2,500; Deadline October 10
National Hispanic Scholarship Fund, The
Contact: Scholarship Committee or send a self addressed stamped envelope for an application. Selection Committee, One Sansome Street, Suite 1000, San Francisco, CA 94104-0728, (415) 445-9930, (415) 445-9936, www.hsf.net , e-mail: info@hsf.net; Eligibility : High school or full-time community college, four year college, and graduate school students who are at least half Hispanic U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Undergrads must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and have completed a minimum 15 semester credits. Awards based on financial need, community involvement and achievement. Applications are only available August 3 through October 9. Award : $1,000; renewable; Deadline October 15
The Ohio Council of Teachers of Math Memorial Scholarships - NEW!
4 - $750 scholarships. Junior – Senior – Graduate Student who have not taught professionally. Seeking License in field of math for kindergarten through 12th grade. Deadline: April 15, 2008
Ohio Rehabilitation Service Commission (ORSC) – NEW!
TG Public Benefit Award. 25 - $2000 Awards. Eligibility Requirements: Currently receiving assistants from ORSC (BVR 0r BSVI). 2.8 GPA. Deadline: May 1, 2008
Ohio Soybean Council Foundation Scholarship – NEW!
5- $3000 Scholarships. Eligibility Requirements: Ohio Resident. Full-time student. Junior status by Fall 2008. Major – agricultural science, agricultural engineering, agricultural communications, biochemistry or related field. 3.0 GPA. Applications: www.soyohio.org. Deadline: April 1, 2008
Ohio Board of Regents Graduate/Professional Fellowship Program
$3,500 each year for two years of full-time graduate/professional study. Eligibility requirements: Earned a bachelor’s degree at an Ohio public or private school, Plan to Enroll full-time in eligible Ohio graduate or graduate professional school within the same year of receiving a bachelor’s degree, Be U. S. citizen, Be Ohio Resident. Deadline: January 31, 2008. Application and all forms to be returned to Career Development Center (ER 132). For applications please stop by the Career Development Center
Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association
Amount: Up to $4,500. Eligibility: US Citizen, Good Academic Standing, Taking course work relating to the exploration, excavation, engineering, acquisition, production or other areas related to the Industrial Minerals industry in Ohio. Deadline: October 1, 2007
Pheonix Scholarship from Rotary Club of Columbus ~ NEW!
8 $2500 Scholarship will be awarded to students who have not previously received scholarships. Eligibility Requirements: Resident of City of Columbus OR graduated from Columbus Public School, Enrolled in a degree program at a college located in Franklin County, Completed two semesters of college course-work, Earned a cumulative GPA 2.75, Enrolled for at least six credit hours during the term the scholarship is awarded, GPA 2.75 Minimum. Applications can be received: www.ColumbusRotary.org. Deadline is March 14, 2008
Phi Delta Kappa International
Contact : Phi Delta Kappa International 408 N. Union St. P.O. Box 789 Bloomington, IA 47402 (800) 766-1156 Eligibility : Must show interest in pursuing a career within the field of education. Students will be asked to submit an application and have a 3.0 or above GPA Award : $1,500 Deadline: January 15
Past Presidents Parley Nursing Award (16 Offered Scholarships)
Contact: Director of Scholarships, American Legion Auxiliary, California, Department of California, War Memorial Building, San Francisco, CA 94102 www.deptny.org Eligibility : This scholarship is available to college freshman pursuing a degree in Teaching or Education. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a California resident. Award: $1,500; Deadline: Contact by mail for details
PFLAG-HATCH Youth Scholarship Program
Contact: (202) 467-8180, www.pflag.org; Eligibility : This scholarship is open to a graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender student. Award: Varies; Deadline: Varies
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
Contact : Prudential Spirit of Community Awards CSFA, 1505 Riverview Road, PO Box 297, St. Peter, MN 56082 Eligibility : Students must be in grades 5-12 from any state. Student must show participation in a volunteer activity that occurred at least partly during the 12 months prior to the date of application. Application must be submitted to a school principal, Girl Scout council executive director, or county 4-H agent by the last week in October. Award : $1,000-$6,000; Deadline October 31
Ohio Dominican University
1216 Sunbury RD
Columbus OH 43219
(614) 251-4778
Fax: (614) 253-3499
finaid@ohiodominican.edu
