Private or Portable Scholarships
Below is information on scholarships offered by various companies, organizations, and
independent groups. Lander University does not award these scholarships, and in many cases, we do
not have any information other than what is listed below. The list is sorted alphabetically by the
name of the organization or group. In the case of a scholarship named for an individual, the
listing is alphabetized by the last name.
ADD / ADHD Students
Scholarships are available to students who are diagnosed with ADD / ADHD. Please
use the following link to locate them:
http://add.about.com/cs/adhdincollege/a/scholarships.htm
American Chemical Society
The American Chemical Society sponsors scholarship programs for qualified applicants who want
to enter the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering, and students seeking a
two-year degree in chemical technology. The programs are designed to encourage African-American,
Hispanic, and American Indian students to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the chemical
sciences and chemical technology. The goal of these scholarship programs is to aid in building an
awareness of the value and the rewards associated with careers in science and to assist students in
acquiring the skills and credentials needed for success in these areas.
The scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit and financial need to high school seniors
planning a science preparatory program of study, and college students who are currently freshmen,
sophomores, or juniors who are committed to the study of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical
engineering or other chemically related fields such as environmental science, materials science or
toxicology and are interested in pursuing careers in one of these fields. Students interested in
two-year chemical technology programs and careers in this field are also eligible. Students must
have strong academic records and show an interest in and potential for careers in the chemical
sciences. Students intending to pursue careers in medicine are not eligible for scholarship
awards. The amount of each individual award will depend upon the availability of funding, the
number of scholarships awarded, and evidence of financial need. Scholarships will be given up to a
maximum of $3,000 per year. The awards in the ACS Scholars Program, as well as those in the
co-sponsored programs are renewable. Applications are available at:
http://chemistry.org/scholars
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Scholarships
Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students
The AICPA Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students provides competitive awards to
outstanding full time undergraduate minority students at regionally accredited institutions to
encourage their: selection of accounting as a major, entry into the profession and ultimately
achieving the CPA designation. Full time graduate students (who are not CPAs) seeking a masters
degree in accounting or taxation and students pursuing a masters in business administration, if
their undergraduate degree is in accounting, are also eligible for this program.
Undergraduate students must have completed at least 30 semester hours or equivalent of college
work, with at least six hours in accounting. All applicants must have an overall and accounting
grade point average of at least 3.3. Awards are primarily based on merit (academic achievement).
For purposes of this program, the AICPA defines minority students as those of Black, Native
American, Pacific Island races, or of Hispanic ethnic origin. All applicants must be U.S.
citizens.
The maximum award is $5,000 and over the past 20 years the AICPA has awarded more than $6
million in scholarships to minority students.
To be eligible for a minority undergraduate scholarship, applicants must:
- be a declared accounting major (this must be indicated on your transcript) with an overall and accounting grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.3;
- have satisfactorily completed at least 30 semester hours, or 45 quarter hours, or equivalent college work, including at least six semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting; and
- be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student (12 semester hours or equivalent) at an accredited institution.
To be eligible for a minority graduate scholarship, you must:
- be in a five-year accounting program, or have been an undergraduate accounting major who is presently accepted in a masters level accounting, business administration, finance, or taxation program, or have had any undergraduate major and are now presently accepted in a masters level accounting program; and
- be enrolled as a full-time student (nine semester hours or equivalent).
All applicants are required to submit a letter of recommendation from either a faculty member
or a CPA. For more information and an application for the Scholarships for Minority Accounting
Students,
click here
Fellowships for Minority Doctoral Students
The primary objective of the AICPA Fellowships for Minority Doctoral Students is to enable
more minorities to enter and move ahead in the accounting profession and academe. Recognizing the
fact that professors serve as role models, a second objective is to increase the number of CPA role
models who can positively influence the career decisions of a college student. These competitive
fellowships are available to minority candidates who have been accepted into a doctoral accounting
program. Fellowships of up to $12,000 are awarded once a year to full time minority accounting
scholars who show significant potential to become accounting educators.
Fellowships are awarded once each year (in June) for the following academic year. All
application materials must be received by the AICPA by April 1 of each year.
For purposes of this program, the AICPA defines minority students as those of Black, Native
American, Pacific Island races, or of Hispanic ethnic origin. All applicants must be U.S.
citizens.
The committee may grant fellowships contingent upon acceptance of the candidate into a
doctoral program in an accredited recognized school of business or to candidates who have already
been accepted.
To be eligible for a minority doctoral fellowship, you must:
- have applied to and/or been accepted into an accredited doctoral program with a concentration in accounting;
- have earned a masters degree and/or completed a minimum of three years full-time experience in the practice of accounting;
- attend or planning to attend school on a full-time basis and, once admitted, work consistently and forthrightly to attain your degree;
- agree not to work full time in a paid position or accept responsibility for teaching more than one course per semester as a teaching assistant or, dedicate more than one quarter of the time as a research assistant.
For more information and an application for the Fellowships for Minority Doctoral Students,
click here
John L. Carey Scholarships
The Carey Scholarship program provides financial assistance to liberal arts degree holders
pursuing graduate studies in accounting. The program provides these scholarships to encourage
liberal arts undergraduates to consider professional accounting careers. Up to seven competitive
grants of $5,000 per year are awarded to students who show significant potential to become
successful practitioners. The grants are renewable for an additional year of study, provided
satisfactory scholastic progress is maintained. Recipients of Carey Scholarships are not precluded
from accepting other scholarships or awards. For more information and an application for the John
L. Carey Scholarships,
click here.
AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship
This program provides financial assistance to two AICPA Student Affiliate Members pursuing
studies in accounting, finance or information systems. These awards (two $2,500 scholarships) are
intended to encourage undergraduate and graduate students to consider careers in accounting and
business. The scholarships are available only to full-time undergraduate or graduate students at
regionally accredited institutions in the United States. All applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Those persons who are already CPAs are not eligible for this scholarship.
All application materials must be received by the AICPA by April 1 of each year. For
more information and an application for the AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarships,
Brevard Music Camp
The National Federation of Music Clubs is offering one $3100 study award for six and one-half weeks of summer music study in the year 2003 at Brevard Music Center, Brevard, North Carolina. Students of band and orchestral instruments (piano not included) from thoughout the United States of America are eligible to compete for the study award. Applicants must be citizens of the United States of America, must be at least fourteen years old and must not have reached the 21st birthday by March 1, 2003. Applications forms with instructions for submitting a cassette taped performance to Brevard Music Center for judging are available from the National Federation of Music Clubs.
The National Federation of Music Clubs is offering one $3100 study award for six and one-half weeks of summer music study in the year 2003 at Brevard Music Center, Brevard, North Carolina. Students of band and orchestral instruments (piano not included) from thoughout the United States of America are eligible to compete for the study award. Applicants must be citizens of the United States of America, must be at least fourteen years old and must not have reached the 21st birthday by March 1, 2003. Applications forms with instructions for submitting a cassette taped performance to Brevard Music Center for judging are available from the National Federation of Music Clubs.
Brevard Music Center Representative is Mrs. Robert E.L. Freeman.
30 Heathwood Circle
Columbia, SC 29205-1964
803-256-1090
30 Heathwood Circle
Columbia, SC 29205-1964
803-256-1090
Requests for information and an official application form should be made prior to Feb. 1,
2003
Byrd, Robert C. Scholarship
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship, a federally-funded scholarship program, was initiated in South Carolina in 1987. Federal regulations mandate that $1500 non-renewable scholarships (now $1121 and renewable) be awarded nationwide to qualified high school Seniors from a representative population of each state. The federal mandate for selection includes that students must:
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship, a federally-funded scholarship program, was initiated in South Carolina in 1987. Federal regulations mandate that $1500 non-renewable scholarships (now $1121 and renewable) be awarded nationwide to qualified high school Seniors from a representative population of each state. The federal mandate for selection includes that students must:
- demonstrate outstanding academic achievement
- show promise of continued academic achievement
The total number of scholarships for South Carolina students is determined by the federal
government.
More information is available on the SC Student Loan Corporation website. (Click
Here)
Byrnes, James F. Foundation Scholarship
Since the first scholarships were awarded by Governor James F. Byrnes in 1949, more than 985 young South Carolinians have been assisted in obtaining a college education.
Since the first scholarships were awarded by Governor James F. Byrnes in 1949, more than 985 young South Carolinians have been assisted in obtaining a college education.
- All applicants must have lost one or both parents by death.
- They must also have financial need and a satisfactory scholastic record.
- It is important that excellence in character, ability and enterprise be shown to indicate that the individual will make worthwhile contributions to society.
- Applicants must plan to pursue a bachelor's degree as scholarships cannot be used at technical schools or for associate degrees.
Center for Scholarship Administration, Inc.
The Center for Scholarship Administration, Inc. is an independent, non-profit,
scholarship administrative service that, in conjunction with leading businesses, individuals, and
trust funds, awards scholarship dollars every year to deserving students. For more information on
scholarships available, please see
http://www.scholarshipprograms.org/ .
Clapper, Anne Scholarship
The Greenville Chapter of the Association for Women in Communications is accepting
applications for the Anne Clapper Scholarship. The organization will award a $500 scholarship
to a student of any gender who is a rising college senior and pursuing a career in the
communication industry. The scholarship will be awarded at the Chapter's annual Matrix awards
on May 22. The scholarship was established in 1996 to honor Anne Clapper, who founded the
chapter in 1991. Anyone interested in applying for the scholarship should log onto the the
chapter website at
www.awcgreenville.org.
C.G. Fuller Foundation Scholarship
C.G. Fuller Foundation scholarship is available to SC residents attending a SC college or
university. The scholarship is available to current high school seniors entering the first
year of college. Applicants should have a 3.0 GPA, at least 1100 on the SAT, and have a
family income under $60,000. Deadline: April 1st. An
application can be requested from the Lander University Financial Aid
Office.
Inquiries can be made at:
C.G. Fuller Foundation
c/o Bank of America
PO Box 448
Columbia, SC 29202-0448
c/o Bank of America
PO Box 448
Columbia, SC 29202-0448
Ford Foundation Fellowships for Minorities
The Ford Foundation offers a number of pre-doctoral, dissertation, and post-doctoral fellowships for minority students. http://national-academies.org/fellowships
The Ford Foundation offers a number of pre-doctoral, dissertation, and post-doctoral fellowships for minority students. http://national-academies.org/fellowships
Greenville Ad Club Scholarship Program
The Greenville Ad Club (GAC) Scholarship Program consists of a $1000 scholarship to be awarded
August 1st of each calendar year. Funding of this annual scholarship comes from the Bill
Leslie Advertising Education Memorial Fund, which is associated and supported by the Greenville Ad
club. This is a one-time award. The student must be a rising college senior as well as
pursuing an education degree as a full-time student accepted at an accredited college, university,
or communication-related education institution. Scholarship applications may be obtained
through the office of the guidance counselor, any Southeast college or by contacting the Greenville
Ad Club, PO Box 54125, Greenville, SC 29606.
www.gvilleadclub.org. Scholarship applications
must be received by the Greenville Ad Club no later than April 1st of each year.
Greenwood Housing Authority
The Greenwood Housing Authority is accepting applications for the Carolinas Council of
Housing, Redevelopment, & Codes Officials (CCHRCO) and South Eastern Regional Council (SERC)
Scholarship Program. These scholarships are open to any member of a household who resides in Public
Housing or under the Section-8 program and is pursuing a higher education.
Applications must be returned to the Greenwood Housing Authority no later than April 1.
Questions or requests for assistance should be directed to Tracy Taylor at (864) 227-3670,
ext. 24.
Gyles, John Scholarship
The John Gyles Education Awards are available each year to students in both Canada and the
U.S. They are the result of a private, benevolent endeavor established in 1990 with the help of a
Canadian/American benefactor. 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
2.700 is required. Criteria other than strictly academic ability and financial need are considered.
Selected students will receive up to $3000. Filing dates for mailing applications are April
1, June 1, and November 15, annually.
Applications are available on-line at
http://www.johngyleseducationcenter.com/.
The Greater Columbia Lioness Club
Must currently be a rising Junior or Senior or graduate student in a four-year college or university in SC Must be a resident of SC Need shall be a consideration but not the main criteria Minimum GPA of 3.0 Should be pursuing an education toward sight, hearing, speech conservation or a related field and must be majoring in one of these areas
Must currently be a rising Junior or Senior or graduate student in a four-year college or university in SC Must be a resident of SC Need shall be a consideration but not the main criteria Minimum GPA of 3.0 Should be pursuing an education toward sight, hearing, speech conservation or a related field and must be majoring in one of these areas
$1,000 Annual award
Application deadline is May 1.
For application, please contact:
Nancy B. Taylor, Chairperson
Scholarship Committee
Greater Columbia Lioness Club
106 Quail Field Road
West Columbia, SC 29170-1321
803-356-1258
Scholarship Committee
Greater Columbia Lioness Club
106 Quail Field Road
West Columbia, SC 29170-1321
803-356-1258
Greenwood Women's Forum Scholarship
This scholarship was established to aid women who are seeking a baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degree. An applicant must be a female resident of Greenwood or surrounding counties, be accepted into an accredited program of study, must be pursuing a post-baccalaureate degree or have a minimum of 60 hours of undergraduate study with a cumulative GAP of 3.0 or higher. For more information or an application, write to:
This scholarship was established to aid women who are seeking a baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degree. An applicant must be a female resident of Greenwood or surrounding counties, be accepted into an accredited program of study, must be pursuing a post-baccalaureate degree or have a minimum of 60 hours of undergraduate study with a cumulative GAP of 3.0 or higher. For more information or an application, write to:
Greenwood Women's Forum, c/o Katy Phelan, 114 Ashford Place, Greenwood, SC 29646
Hispanic College Fund Scholarship
The Hispanic College Fund 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 opportunities to students pursuing majors
in business, science, and technology.
All applicants must be:
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U.S. citizen residing in the 50 states or Puerto Rico
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An undergraduate student
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Plan to enroll full-time both fall and spring
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Applying to or enrolled in a college in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
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In good academic standing with at least a 3.0 GPA
HCF Business Scholarship--Student must be majoring in business, computer science, engineering,
or business-related major.
HCF Hispanic Explorers Scholarship--Student must be majoring in science, computer science,
engineering, or NASA-related major.
Applications are available online at
www.hispanicfund.org. Application deadline is April
15th.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund was established in 1975 to help Hispanic-American college
students complete their education.
All applicants must be:
All applicants must be:
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of Hispanic Heritage
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U.S. citizen or permanent resident (with permanent resident card)
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A student at a community college
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Plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college or university
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In good academic standing with at least a 3.0 GPA
Applications are available online at
www.hsf.net. Application deadlines vary based on scholarship
program.
Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) will award up to $175,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and advanced degree students. The Institute of Management Accountants was founded in 1919 as an educational organization and is the world's largest management accounting and financial management association. IMA's more than 60,000 members are the leading voices of corporate accountants and financial executives. IMA has more than 300 chapters and international affiliates. Many chapters also have an affiliate student chapter. Approximately eight percent of IMA members are students. The Institute's 2001-2002 budget provides $175,000 in financial aid for students through two scholarship programs. IMA student members may be eligible for scholarship awards of up to $5,000. The IMA diversity program offers scholarship opportunities to non-member minority students. Student financial aid administrators can encourage accounting, finance, and information technology students to apply for an IMA scholarship award by obtaining an application at www.imastudents.org. The application, located at the website administration building, describes the various types of scholarship awards, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and the application process.
The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) will award up to $175,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and advanced degree students. The Institute of Management Accountants was founded in 1919 as an educational organization and is the world's largest management accounting and financial management association. IMA's more than 60,000 members are the leading voices of corporate accountants and financial executives. IMA has more than 300 chapters and international affiliates. Many chapters also have an affiliate student chapter. Approximately eight percent of IMA members are students. The Institute's 2001-2002 budget provides $175,000 in financial aid for students through two scholarship programs. IMA student members may be eligible for scholarship awards of up to $5,000. The IMA diversity program offers scholarship opportunities to non-member minority students. Student financial aid administrators can encourage accounting, finance, and information technology students to apply for an IMA scholarship award by obtaining an application at www.imastudents.org. The application, located at the website administration building, describes the various types of scholarship awards, eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and the application process.
Applications must be submitted to IMA by February 15, 2003. Additional information regarding
the scholarship program as well as the location of the nearest IMA student chapter is available via
e-mail at
students@imanet.org or at 800-638-4427 ext.
1543.
King, Jr. Martin Luther Scholars Program
The U.S. Department of Education issued a press release on the first year of the Martin Luther
King Scholars Program, through which as many as 10 outstanding undergraduate or graduate students
with an interest in education policy or public policy will be selected as ED summer interns. The
deadline for submitting applications is March 8.
Komen, Susan G. Foundation Scholarship
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce the awarding of five
scholarships valued up to forty thousand dollars each. Each scholarship would award a maximum
of $10,000 annually to pay for tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board. In order to
be eligible, applicants must be the children of a parent who has died from breast cancer, live in
Abbeville, Anderson, Cherokee, Laurens, Greenville, Greenwood, Pickens, Oconee, McCormick,
Spartanburg or Union county, exhibit financial need, and plan to attend a state-supported college
in their state of residence. The mission of the Komen Foundation is to eradicate breast
cancer as a life-threatening disease through research, education, screening, and treatment.
The Foundation believes that breast cancer affects not only the individual. This Award is one
way we recognize that affect and address the resulting needs.
The competition will be conducted through Komen Headquarters located in Dallas,
Texas. The Upstate South Carolina Affiliate of the Komen Foundation will select a candidate
from among applicants for the scholarship in the above stated service area. For an
application, visit
www.komen.org/grants. For information, call 864-298-CURE.
Application Deadline November 14, 2003
The Upstate South Carolina Affiliate of
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Unit C3
Greenville, SC 29607
864-298-CURE (298-2873)
www.upstateraceforthecure.org
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
225 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Unit C3
Greenville, SC 29607
864-298-CURE (298-2873)
www.upstateraceforthecure.org
Madison, James Memorial Fellowship
Through a national competition, the Foundation offers James Madison Fellowships to a select group of individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution. The foundation seeks applicants committed to a career in teaching American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary level.
Visit www.jamesmadison.com or call 1-800-525-6928
Through a national competition, the Foundation offers James Madison Fellowships to a select group of individuals desiring to become outstanding teachers of the American Constitution. The foundation seeks applicants committed to a career in teaching American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary level.
Visit www.jamesmadison.com or call 1-800-525-6928
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Applicant must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or registered as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. (Scholarship awards are not available for graduate study.) The academic year 2002 - 2003 combined family income is targeted at $49,000.
Applicant must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or registered as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. (Scholarship awards are not available for graduate study.) The academic year 2002 - 2003 combined family income is targeted at $49,000.
All applicants must be:
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The son/daughter of an active duty or reserve U. S. Marine in good standing, OR
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The son/daughter of a former U. S. Marine who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge or was killed while serving in the Marine Corps, OR
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The son/daughter of an active duty or reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served, with the U.S. Marine Corps, OR
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The son/daughter of a former U.S. Navy Corpsman who has served with the U.S. Marine Corps and has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Navy.
Applications available online or can be requested via e-mail at
mcsf@aosi.com.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
Phone: (800) 292-7777
Fax: (609) 452-2259
E-Mail: mcsf@marine-scholars.org
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
Phone: (800) 292-7777
Fax: (609) 452-2259
E-Mail: mcsf@marine-scholars.org
Monster Scholars
The Monster Scholars program rewards $2,500 in college scholarships to students who show past
achievement and are motivated to learn more on their way to becoming the best they can be.
The Monster Scholars program offers one $2500 scholarship in each of the following
categories:
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College-bound high school students
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Undergraduate students
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Graduate students
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Non-traditional students
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Nursing students
Application deadline is November 2, 2003. For more information please visit
http://scholars.monster.com/ .
Mortgage Bankers Association of the Carolinas
See listing below for the Pope Scholarship.
See listing below for the Pope Scholarship.
National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
The NFB has a large and prestigious scholarship program whose awards are made solely to persons who are legally blind.
The NFB has a large and prestigious scholarship program whose awards are made solely to persons who are legally blind.
Application Deadline is March 31st. Applications are available at
http://www.nfb.org/services.htm.
National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) Scholarship Program
The NIAF awards scholarships and grants to outstanding students for use during the following academic year. The awards will be made on the basis of academic merit and divided between two groups of students:
The NIAF awards scholarships and grants to outstanding students for use during the following academic year. 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: open.
Category II: Students from any ethnic background majoring or minoring in Italian language,
Italian studies, Italian American studies, or a related field. Students must demonstrate
outstanding potential and high academic achievements.
Scholarships range from $2000 to $5000.
The application is available on the website
https://www.niaf.org/scholarships/index.asp.
Applications are due by April 30.
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Each year, the NSF offers graduate research fellowships in a variety of areas. Deadline for application is in the first week of November, annually. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.orau.org/nsf/nsffel.htm
Each year, the NSF offers graduate research fellowships in a variety of areas. Deadline for application is in the first week of November, annually. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.orau.org/nsf/nsffel.htm
National Physical Science Consortium (NPSC)
Each year, the NPSC offers graduate doctoral fellowships in a variety of science and engineering areas. Deadline for application is November 5th, annually. Females and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Each year, the NPSC offers graduate doctoral fellowships in a variety of science and engineering areas. Deadline for application is November 5th, annually. Females and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information, please visit their website at:
Direct questions and requests to:
Direct questions and requests to:
National Physical Science Consortium
University Village, Suite E212
3375 South Hoover Street
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone: 800-854-NPSC or (213) 821-2409, fax (213) 821-2410
email:
npschq@npsc.org
Website:
www.npsc.org
National Society of Accountants
- Undergraduate students
- "B" Average or better
- U.S. or Canadian citizen, attending a U.S. accredited school
Native American Scholarship Resources
Each year, we receive questions about scholarship resources for Native Americans. Accordingly, we recommend pursuing searches in the following sites:
Each year, we receive questions about scholarship resources for Native Americans. Accordingly, we recommend pursuing searches in the following sites:
www.doi.gov/bureau-indian-affairs.html
www.finaid.org/otheraid/natamind.phtml
www.fastweb.com
See Ford Foundation Scholarship (above)
www.gmsp.org
www.absolutelyscholarships.com
Palmetto Land Title Association -
The Mary Webster Scholarship
The purpose of this award is to provide an annual scholarship to a senior S.C. resident who is enrolled in a four-year SC college or university and majoring in business. A minimum GPA of 3.0 has been established. The amount of the annual scholarship is set by the Scholarship Committee and is presently $500.00. Application deadline is May 1st. Applications are available by contacting: www.scplta.org or the Palmetto Land Title Association at (803)957-8415.
The purpose of this award is to provide an annual scholarship to a senior S.C. resident who is enrolled in a four-year SC college or university and majoring in business. A minimum GPA of 3.0 has been established. The amount of the annual scholarship is set by the Scholarship Committee and is presently $500.00. Application deadline is May 1st. Applications are available by contacting: www.scplta.org or the Palmetto Land Title Association at (803)957-8415.
Pearce, Jim and Mary Scholarship
Beginning in 1985-86, Easter Seals of South Carolina began offering Jim and Mary Pearce
Scholarships from its Endowment Fund. The purpose of these scholarships is to enable deserving
students who are disabled to complete their college education and become productive
citizens.
Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited two- or
four-year institution in South Carolina. Preference will be given to South Carolina residents.
Preference will be given to students carrying at least 9 hours and who are making satisfactory
academic progress toward graduation. For purposes of these scholarships, disabled students
are defined as those having some type of significant and medically certified mobility impairment. A
statement from the physician will be required and must be dated within the past year. Annual
scholarships will generally not exceed $1000. Financial need must be demonstrated by
completion of the FAFSA.
Applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid. Deadline to apply is June 14th.
Academic transcript, including spring semester grades, must accompany the application.
Police Corps Program (www.ojp.usdoj.gov/opclee/)
The Police Corps is a U.S. Department of Justice program designed to address violent crime by
increasing the number of officers with advanced education and training who serve on community
patrol. Typically, they serve in low-income, high-crime urban areas or isolated rural areas.
A student enrolled full-time in a four year college pursuing a bachelors degree in any major (not
just criminal justice) is eligible for up to $7,500 per year ($30,000 maximum) in scholarship.
Also, a student in school in one state may apply to join the Police Corps and serve four years as a
Police officer in another state. For example, a student at Penn State University may apply to any
participating state Police Corps program such as the Missouri Police Corps or the Florida Police
Corps.
The Pope Scholarship Award
The Pope Scholarship Award is designed for students whose studies are directed towards the mortgage banking or mortgage financing field (i.e., real estate, banking, economics). Contact the Financial Aid Office for requirements and applications. (No web address provided.) Application deadline is March 31.
The Pope Scholarship Award is designed for students whose studies are directed towards the mortgage banking or mortgage financing field (i.e., real estate, banking, economics). Contact the Financial Aid Office for requirements and applications. (No web address provided.) Application deadline is March 31.
South Carolina Tax Council
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- South Carolina Resident.
- Must be a Student majoring in Accounting or taxation at a South Carolina 2 or 4 year college.
- Must be either a rising senior at a 4 year college /university or a rising second year student leading to an Associates Degree in Accounting at a 2 year college or technical college.
- Average GPA no less than 3.0 overall (on a 4.0 scale).
- Average GPA in accounting no less than 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
Applications must be received complete with all attachments by May 15 in order to be
considered. Scholarships will be awarded in June for the Fall Semester. A check will be mailed to
you, payable to your school, before September 1st. Recipients will be invited to attend the June
luncheon of the South Carolina Tax Council, which will be held during the Summer Seminar.
Amounts of scholarships range from $500 to $1,000. The total amount to be awarded each year is
decided by the SCTC Board of Directors and depends upon the number of qualified applicants.
Application available at
http://www.sctaxcouncil.org
Stillman-Kelley Award
The National Federation of Music Clubs competition for the Stillman-Kelley Award will be held.
The audition is open to pianists or orchestral instrumentalists. The South Carolina winner
will receive the Cornelia Freeman Award of $200 and will submit a tape to the National Competition.
The National first place award is $1,000; second place is $500 and separate Thelma Byrum award in
piano is $300.Entrants must be US citizens and not have reached the 17th birthday be March 1.
A fifteen - twenty minute program should be prepared from memory and orchestral
instrumentalists must provide their own accompanists. Applications and repertoire requirements are
available by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to:
Miss Margaret Beth Williamson
6408 Oakfield Rd.
Columbia, SC 29206.
6408 Oakfield Rd.
Columbia, SC 29206.
Applications are due by Feb. 1st..
Talbot's Women's Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Management Services, CSFA
1505 Riverview Road,
P. O. Box 297
St. Peter, MN 56082
Telephone: (507) 931-1682
Deadline-March 1, annually
http://www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp
Scholarship Management Services, CSFA
1505 Riverview Road,
P. O. Box 297
St. Peter, MN 56082
Telephone: (507) 931-1682
Deadline-March 1, annually
http://www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp
Ursano, MG James Scholarship
administered by the Army Emergency Relief
Applicants must be:
- Dependent children, stepchildren, or legally adopted children of Army soldiers on active duty, retired, or deceased while on active duty or after retirement.
- Registered in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS).
- Unmarried for the entire academic year.
- Under the age of 22 on June 1st after the year for which you are applying.
During the 2004-2005 year, 93% of the applicants who completed the application process
received funds.
Applications are available at
http://www.aerhq.org/
Apply between November 3rd, 2002 and March 3, 2003 for the 2003-2004 academic
year.
USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship
Applicants must be:
- Adjusted family gross income of $35,000 or less
- Plan to enroll is post-secondary or vocational/tech school
- US citizen or eligible non-citizen.
Application available at
http://www.usafunds.org/borrowers/access_to_education_scholarship.html.
Walker, Cornelia G. Scholarship for Music
- Contact: Marybeth Shelley at (803) 787-7975
- The South Carolina Federation of Music Clubs will hold auditions for the Cornelia G. Walker Scholarship on Feb. 21, 2004 at Columbia College. This scholarship is open to graduationg high school seniors only who are planning to major in music at a SC college. This scholarship is for voice or instrumental majors and can be retained for four years. The deadline for application is Feb. 17, 2004.
Ward, Lucile Parrish Veterans Award
The Lucile Parrish Ward Veterans Award and is being given by the National Federation of Music
Clubs. Available to any veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States and whose service in
the military caused a delay in the pursuit of a music career. The amount of the award is
$2,000. Those eligible should have a high school diploma or GED. Also, applicant must
have been accepted or currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in pursuit of an
undergraduate degree, Masters Degree or Doctoral degree in the field of music.
Application forms may be obtained from:
NFMC Headquarters
1336 N. Delaware St.
Indianapolis, IN46202-2481
Telephone: (317) 638-4003
FAX (317) 638-0503,
or downloaded from www.nfmc-music.org
or contact the chairman:
Mrs. Eva L. Johnston
4015 Devon St.
Huntsville, AL 35802-1017
Telephone and FAX (256) 881-9020
NFMC Headquarters
1336 N. Delaware St.
Indianapolis, IN46202-2481
Telephone: (317) 638-4003
FAX (317) 638-0503,
or downloaded from www.nfmc-music.org
or contact the chairman:
Mrs. Eva L. Johnston
4015 Devon St.
Huntsville, AL 35802-1017
Telephone and FAX (256) 881-9020
Wiesel, Elie-- Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity
Since 1989, the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity has sponsored the Prize in Ethics Contest.
The annual competition is intended to challenge undergraduate juniors and seniors in colleges and
universities across the United States and Canada to analyze ethical questions and concerns facing
them in today's complex society. All students are encouraged to write thought-provoking, personal
essays.
Eligibility:
- Must be a registered undergraduate, full-time junior or senior at an accredited college or university in the US or Canada.
- Essays must be 3000-4000 words, in which students are encouraged to raise questions, single out issues, and identify dilemmas. The essay may take the form of an analysis that is biographical, historical, literary, philosophical, sociological, or theological. Essays may be written in formal or informal voice, but most importantly, and individual voice should be represented within the essay. Essays must be the original, unpublished work of the student and only one essay per student per contest year may be submitted.
- Students must complete a Contest Entry Form along with their Faculty Sponsor. Any interested professor may act as a Faculty Sponsor and endorse the quality and authenticity of the student's essay.
- In addition, students must include a letter from the Registrar verifying their full-time enrollment for the Fall semester.
Application forms may be obtained from:
www.eliewieselfoundation.org