University Foundation Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, financial need, and/or other specifications set by donors.
All students may be eligible for various types of financial aid, including scholarships. Current FGCU students and prospective students who have submitted an Admissions application and have been assigned a University Identification Number (UIN) are strongly encouraged to submit an online FGCU Foundation Scholarship Application. The application is available online annually between November 15th and March 1st for the following academic year.
Students should also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually by our March 1st priority deadline to be considered for need-based scholarships and other Financial Aid opportunities. Applicants fill out the FAFSA online. Step-by-step instructions to help you complete the application are provided online. The application can be found online at http://www.fafsa.gov/
Note: the FGCU Foundation Scholarship Application allows you to be considered for all scholarships you are eligible to receive.
The Johnson Scholarship is a competitively awarded program available to undergraduate students with disabilities who enroll in Florida Gulf Coast University and contingent upon annual funding by the Theodore R. and Vivian M. Johnson Foundation and matching funding by the Florida Legislature.
All students are encouraged to seek outside sources of scholarship assistance available from many community organizations. The Office of Financial Aid at FGCU continually receives information from sources outside the university. As a service to scholarship applicants, we include the scholarship applications on our website as printable forms or so that the applicant can print the application, complete it, and submit it to the appropriate scholarship source. Some scholarship opportunities supply direct links to their website.
Scholarship applications from outside sources include oppotunities for both undergraduate and graduate students.
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AAUW of Charlotte County Scholarship
- Deadline: postmarked by April 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to female residents of Charlotte County who have had an inturruption in their education but are now enrolled in a degree-seeking program at FGCU or at Edison State College.
AAUW of Charlotte County Scholarship Information and Application
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College Fund of Pinellas County
- Deadline: ongoing
- Award: up to $1,000
- Be a U.S. citizen residing in Pinellas County,
- (a.) Be a high school graduate with a grade point average of at least 3.00, or (b.) Be a current or former college student who has demonstrated the ability to complete at least 12 hours in a single term (semester, quarter, etc.) in courses credited toward graduation and with a grade point average of 2.0 or higher (although recent recipients have had a 3.0 or higher).
- Be a full time (i.e., taking or planning to take a minimum of 12 hours credited toward graduation* which cannot include remedial courses**) undergraduate student in a regionally accredited (e.g., Southern Association of Colleges & Schools) college or university, and
- Be a recipient of a Pell Grant.
- After February 1, 2013 students who meet the foregoing four requirements may request an application form in order to apply for the fall 2013 - spring 2014 school year. Simply print out and complete the Request for Application and mail it to:
The College Fund of Pinellas County, Inc.
P.O. Box 673
Clearwater, FL 33757
You may be contacted by telephone or email before an application is mailed to you.
College Fund of Pinellas County Information
College Fund of Pinellas County Request for Application
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The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Mu State Gamma Upsilon Chapter Sarasota, FL
- Deadline: May 15, 2012
- Award: varies
- Applicants must be a legal resident of Sarasota County, Florida
- A woman student currently enrolled full time in a Florida college or University.
- An undergraduate in their junior (rising junior) or senior year.
- An education or child development major in education.
- Mail or email applications to:
Maureen Belanger
4316 Meadowland Circle
Sarasota, FL 34233
ms_belanger@hotmail.com
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Mu State Gamma Upsilon Chapter Sarasota, FL Application
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DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship
- Deadline: May 1, 2013
- Award: $500
- Be a high school senior in the fall of 2012.
- Plan to enroll for the first time in a full-time accredited U.S. four-year college or university for the entire 2013–14 academic year (excluding proprietary and online schools)
- Be a U.S. citizen or maintain legal residency within the United States.
- Have achieved a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Must have applied for federal financial aid (FAFSA) in 2013.
- Excluded from consideration are employees and relatives of employees of JMX USA, the company that owns DutchCrafters.
- 750 word essay
DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship
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General Woman's Club of Lehigh Acres, Inc.
- Deadline: April 20, 2013
- Award: $500
- Resident of Lehigh Acres (send proof of residence i.e. Utility bill/rent receipt, etc.)
- Supply street address and telephone number where you can be contacted. (No P.O Box accepted.)
- Single Parent with minor children living at home.Name of College, University or Technical School in which you are currently enrolled.
- A brief biography that includes your area of study.
- Mail to:
Mrs. Diane A. Lashua
Scholarship Chairman
123 Sebring Circle
Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Email: lashuad@comcast.net
Telephone: 412 708-0422
General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres, Inc. Information
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HRMA Academic Scholarship
- Deadline: September 30 (Awarded Annually)
- Award: $1,000
- Open to students in the pursuit of an educational program leading to a degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration with a related Human Resources or Management major. Applicants for the Academic scholarship must be members of the Human Resource Management Association. One scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate, and one scholarship will be awarded to a graduate student.
- Please contact Judy Marcucci at jmarcucci@leeclerk.org or by phone at 239-533-3275 if you have additional questions.
HRMA Academic Scholarship
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Lee County Association for Women Lawyers (LCAWL) Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1, 2013
- Award: vary
- LCAWL scholarship(s) will be awarded based upon the applicant's academic potential to entering 1Ls, rising 2Ls, or rising 3Ls who: (i) are women; (ii) are from Lee County, Florida; (iii) have a demonstrated financial need; (iv) have a commitment to practice law in Lee County, Florida; and (v) have a commitment to promote the philosophy of FAWL and LCAWL; or
- LCAWL scholarship(s) will be awarded based upon the applicant's academic potential to undergraduate students with a pre-law or equivalent major who: (i) are women; (ii) are from Lee County, Florida; (iii) have a demonstrated financial need; (iv) have a commitment to practice law in Lee County, Florida; and (v) have a commitment to promote the philosophy of FAWL and LCAWL.
- Each applicant shall be required to: (i) submit a five hundred word essay describing why she is applying for the scholarship, any extraordinary circumstances that she has overcome and how she intends to uphold the highest standard of integrity, honor and courtesy in the legal profession, promote reform in law and facilitate administration of justice during her career; (ii) have either a: (a) member of LCAWL; (b) community leader; or (c) instructor, sponsor her application with a written statement of support; (iii) most recent academic transcript; and (iv) submit a completed application, (together the "Application").
Lee County Association for Women Lawyers (LCAWL) Overview
Lee County Association for Women Lawyers (LCAWL) Scholarship Application
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Lemon Bay Garden Club of Englewood, Florida
- Deadline: April 15, 2013
- Award: $500 - $1,000
- Open to student who are a sophomore or junior Florida college student who is majoring in some area of horticulture, the environment and/or conservation.
Lemon Bay Garden Club of Englewood, Florida Application
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Longboat Key Garden Club Scholarship
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The Mensa Foundation's College Scholarship Program
- Deadline: January 15, 2013
- Award: varies
- Maximum 550 word essay
The Mensa Foundation's College Scholarship Program
*Click on "U.S. scholarship program" in the second paragerah. The click "scholarship application" in the second paragraph. This will bring you to a page to type in your zip code for available scholarships.
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The Miami Foundation Scholarships
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P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education Grant
- Up to $3,000.
- Open to women whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to resume studies due to changing demands in their lives.
- Must be a citizen of the U.S. or Canada.
- Must have had at least 24 consecutive months as a non-student sometime in her life.
- Is not enrolled in a doctoral degree program and is enrolled in an educational program leading to employment or job advancement.
- If interested, please contact Rebecca Ross at (239) 540-5466.
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education Grant
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Ruth Keeling Hemmingway History Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000 per year
- Open to full time college juniors, seniors, or gradaute students who are majoring in history
- Applicant must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and have carried a minimum of 12 credit hours their last semester of school
Ruth Keeling Hemmingway History Scholarship Information and Application Requirements
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Stephen Bufton Memorial Education Fund
- Deadline: May 1, 2013
- Award: $1,500
- Open to women who are:
- Are citizens of the United States and reside or parents reside in Cape Coral, FL;
- Must have completed at least 60 credit hours at the time of application;
- Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;
- Be seeking a baccalaureate degree or higher and attending a institution that confers baccalaureate degrees
Stephen Bufton Memorial Education Fund Information and Application Details
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AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students
- Deadline: April 1, 2013
- Award: up to $3,000 per academic year
- An underrepresented minority in the accounting profession (e.g., Black or African American; Hispanic or Latino; Native American; or Asian American).
- Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate (12 semester hours or equivalent) or a full-time graduate level student (9 semester hours or equivalent) for the 2013-14 academic year. (Note: an exception may be granted if you plan to participate in an internship.
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate-level degree in an "accounting-related" major. ("Accounting-related" shall be as determined by Sponsor in Sponsor's sole discretion.)
- Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA.
- Completed at least 30 semester hours (or equivalent) of college coursework, including at least 6 semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting, by end of spring 2013.
- Applied to or been accepted into a public or private, 501(c) four-year college or university located in the U.S. states or territories. The business program must be accredited by the AACSB and/or ACBSP.
- Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- An AICPA student affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: www.ThisWayToCPA.com/AICPA-Student-Membership.
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) Some financial need (i.e., not receiving a full or partial scholarship(s) and/or grant(s) that cover and/or exceed one's educational expenses)
AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students Information and Application Materials
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DiversityJobs.com Scholarship
- Deadline: April 30, 2012 and August 31, 2012
- $2,000 three times annually
- Currently enrolled minority undergraduate or graduate students
DiversityJobs.com Scholarship
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LatPro Scholarship
- Deadline: April 30, 2012 and August 31, 2012
- $2,000 three times annually
- Currently enrolled Hispanic undergraduate or graduate students
LatPro Scholarship
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Minority Teacher Education Scholarship
- Deadlines: August 1 for Fall, November 15 for Spring
- $4,000 annually
- Be a resident of the State of Florida.
- Be a member of one of the following racial groups: African, American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American/Pacific Islander, or American Indian/Alaskan Native.
- Be newly admitted into a teacher education program at any of FFMT's participating universities/colleges.Be a junior and have not earned a baccalaureate degree in Education.
- Have earned 60 credit hours or an AA degree.
- Have not exceeded 18 hours of upper division education courses at the time of application.
Minority Teacher Education Scholarship
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Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
- Deadline: June 14, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.
- 500-1000 word essay on topic listed below
What have you done outside the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by the post secondary institution that you are hoping to attend? Also, which of these qualities means the most to you?
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
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Accounting Software Scholarship by Corcentric
- Deadline: May 24, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- This scholarship is open to currently enrolled full-time college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, as well as to high school seniors in the United States who will attend college.
- 500 word maximum essay addressing the question below:
"Inspector Gadget" creator, Andrew Heyward, and business magnate, investor, and philanthropist, Warren Buffet, have teamed up to create "Secret Millionaires Club," an animated series geared toward teaching kids about practical money habits. Using an animated series to educate children could be an effective means of improving financial literacy with children. In what other ways do you think financial literacy can be taught to kids? Discuss, drawing on your experiences with learning about finance and personal accounting.
Accounting Software Scholarship by Corcentric Application Information
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AES Engineering Scholarship
- Deadline: October 4, 2013
- Award: $500
- Available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.
- You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
- 500-1000 word essay to answer the following question:
- Reflecting on your personal experiences and/or circumstances, tell us something about yourself that distinguishes you as a potential scholarship candidate.
AES Engineering Scholarship
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AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1, 2013
- Award: $5,000
- Obtained a liberal arts or other non-business undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States prior to enrolling in a graduate accounting program.
- Not earned more than 12 credits in accounting or business during his/her undergraduate program.
- Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA Planning to pursue a graduate-level degree in an "accounting-related" major. ("Accounting-related" shall be as determined by Sponsor in Sponsor's sole discretion.) This program will enable a student to sit for the CPA exam.
- Applied to or been accepted into a public or private, 501(c) four-year college or university located in the U.S. states or territories. The business program must be accredited by the AACSB and/or ACBSP.
- Not actively participating in a graduate accounting program.
- Enrolled as a full-time graduate level student (9 semester hours or equivalent) for the 2013-14 academic year. (Note: an exception may be granted if you plan to participate in an internship program.)
- An AICPA student affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: www.ThisWayToCPA.com/AICPA-Student-Membership.
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) Some financial need (i.e., not already be receiving a full or partial scholarship(s) that covers or exceeds one's educational expenses)
AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship Information and Application Materials
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AICPA/Accountemps Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1, 2013
- Award: $2,500
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate-level degree in an "accounting-related" major. ("Accounting-related" shall be as determined by Sponsors in Sponsors' sole discretion.)
- Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA.
- Applied to or been accepted into a public or private, 501(c) four-year college or university located in the U.S. states or territories. The business program must be accredited by the AACSB and/or ACBSP.
- Completed at least 30 semester hours (or equivalent) of college coursework, including at least 6 semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting, by end of spring 2013.
- Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
- Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate (12 semester hours or equivalent) or a full-time graduate level student (9 semester hours or equivalent) for the 2013-14 academic year. (Note: an exception may be made if you plan to participate in an internship program.)
- An AICPA student affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: www.ThisWayToCPA.com/AICPA-Student-Membership.
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder).
- Some financial need (i.e., not receiving a full or partial scholarship(s) and/or grant(s) that cover and/or exceed one's educational expenses).
AICPA/Accountemps Scholarship Information and Application Materials
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Alexis Kate Special Education Teachers Scholarship
- Deadline: April 26, 2013
- Award: $500
- Open to students who have declared a Special Education major
Alexis Kate Special Education Teachers Scholarship Application
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AmeriQuest Traffic Safety Scholarship
- Deadline: May 15, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to high school seniors
- Survey requirement and a maximum 500 word essay (please see website link below for essay topic)
AmeriQuest Traffic Safety Scholarship
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Arrow Exterminators Scholarship
- Deadline: May 15, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to all legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 18 years of age at the time of entry and who are either currently enrolled in a college program or who are a senior graduating from high school. The student must be enrolled in the Fall 2013 semester at a two-year or four-year college or university that is located in the U.S. and is accredited and listed on the official website of the U.S. Department of Education (http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx).
- Employees of Arrow Exterminators, Inc. ("Sponsor"), its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, its advertising and promotion agencies and the immediate families (spouses and parents, children and siblings and their spouses) and persons living in the same household of such individuals, whether related or not, are not eligible.
- 200-400 word essay
If You Were an Insect, What Insect Would You Be and Why?
Arrow Exterminators Scholarship
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AspiringNurse.com's Nursing Scholarship
- Deadline: July 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to any undergraduate student who is currently enrolled or has been accepted into a United States accredited nursing program.
- 500-800 essay on the below topic
- What, do you feel, is the largest problem the field of nursing faces today (education or job related), and how would you fix it?
AspiringNurse.com’s Nursing Scholarship
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AWeber Email Marketing Scholarship
- Deadline: May 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to students in the United States who are currently enrolled as full-time college freshmen, sophomores and juniors, as well as high school seniors. Only one entry is permitted per student.
- Maximum 500 word essay:
In recent decades, communication has changed rapidly and impacted society in dramatic ways. Think of how it has evolved over recent generations, and answer the following questions:
How have communication tools and habits changed from your parents' generation, compared to yours? Has this been a positive, negative or neutral change, and why?
How do you think communication tools and habits will change for your children? Will this be a positive, negative or neutral change, and why?
AWeber Email Marketing Scholarship Information
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The Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contests
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BestOnlineCollege.org - Undergraduate Scholarship
- Deadline: July 1, 2013
- Award $1,000
- 800-1600 word essay
BestOnlineCollege.org - Undergraduate Scholarship
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Big Fish Online Games Scholarship
- Deadline: May 31, 2013 before 5:00pm PST
- Award: $1,000
- Open only to college-bound graduating high school seniors and students currently enrolled in college (U.S. students only).
- 500 word minimum essay on one of the two topics listd below.
- How do you see the casual games industry changing in 2013 and beyond?
- What game genre has the most potential on mobile platforms moving forward and why?
Big Fish Online Games Scholarship
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Black and Lee Scholarship
- Deadline: May 15, 2013
- Award: $500
- Be between the ages of 15 and 20 on May 15th, 2013.
- Submit answers to the essay question prior to the deadline.
- Be attending a post-secondary institution by the Fall of 2013.
- Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.
- Maximum 1,000 word essay
Write a valedictorian essay/speech that is no longer than 1000 words. The essay/speech should fulfill two goals: it should convey a "sending off" message to the members of a graduating class; it should also inspire graduating students to leave the comfort and security of their school with a full heart, ready to embark on a new adventure.
Black and Lee Scholarship Information and Application
Write a valedictorian essay/speech that is no longer than 1000 words. The essay/speech should fulfill two goals: it should convey a "sending off" message to the members of a graduating class; it should also inspire graduating students to leave the comfort and security of their school with a full heart, ready to embark on a new adventure.
Scholarships
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BrokerFish 2013 Study Abroad Scholarship
- Deadline: May 20, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to students of any nationality, who have been accepted into a "study abroad" or "international exchange" program or equivalent by the student's accredited institution of higher education. The applicant must be studying abroad for at least three months.
- 500-1000 word essay with title "What I Hope to Get from my Time Abroad" and should focus on how your experience overseas will positively impact your personal and professional goals for the future.
BrokerFish 2013 Study Abroad Scholarship
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Caretenders Scholarship
- Deadline: May 31, 2013
- Award: $500
- Applicant must be attending an accredited university, college, trades, and technical school in the fall of 2013.
- In the fall of 2013, the applicant must be attending a school in Canada or the United States.
- Maximum 1,000 word essay that answers the following questions:
- How much money do you think you will need to have saved prior to retiring?
- What are some of the key decisions you will make in your life to ensure you can retire at the age you want?
- What are some of the biggest mistakes people make that hinder their ability to live comfortably in retirement?
Caretenders Scholarship Information and Application
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CEO of Tomorrow Scholarship
- Deadline: July 1, 2012 (awarded annually)
- Award: $2,500
- Open to undergraduates and MBA students
- Minimum 3.2 GPA
- 500 - 1000 word essay on "the CEO of tomorrow". Possible topics could include (but are not limited to) company structure, company culture or utilization of technology.
- Short online survey
##CEO of Tomorrow Scholarship
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CleanItSupply.com Scholarship
- Deadline: April 20, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- You must be a graduating senior in high school or a freshmen or sophomore in college.
- You may not be related to any of Clean It Supply's staff or our extended family.
- You must be graduating high school or in college between the ages of 16 and 21.
- We reserve the right to verify date of high school graduation and/or college enrollment.
- 500-1000 word essay
- Suggested topics to write about for the Clean It Supply scholarship
- The Importance of Cleanliness on Everyday Life.
- Why keeping a clean dorm room and being clean and organized matters to your education.
- The Impact of Volunteering for clean ups. What impact you feel you have created through volunteering and more importantly, what impact has this effort had on you.
- The Impact of Green Cleaning Products on our environment.
CleanItSupply.com Scholarship
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Clickinks Scholarship
- Deadline: June 3, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- This scholarship is open to enrolled full-time college freshmen, sophomores and juniors, as well as to high school seniors in the United States who will attend college.
- 1,000 word essay on one of the following essay topics
What is your favorite piece of art and what does it mean to you?
Should art education be a requirement in schools, why or why not?
At what age should schools begin teaching about art and why?
What is the value of art education?
Clickinks Scholarship
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Connect Your Home Scholarship
- Deadline: May 3, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open only to college-bound graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students currently enrolled in college in the U.S.
- Minimum 500 word essay and one of the below topics:
- What changes do you think might occur with TV programming 5 years from now? If you had control of the television programming, what changes, if any, would you make?
- Cyber bullying is a real problem in today's generation – How can you put a stop to this?
- The internet has changed the way we shop forever. What changes do you see in the next 10 years?
- Internet privacy is a big topic. What are your thoughts on internet privacy and how can you help solve the problem?
Connect Your Home Scholarship
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Construction & Engineering Scholarship
- Deadline: July 2012 (Awarded Annually)
- Award: $1,000
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Open to students who are currently enrolled in an engineering, construction, or architechture related field and who are pursuing further education in these respectable areas.
- 500 - 1000 word essay explaining what you hope to acomplish during their career in the construction or enginerring field.
Construction & Engineering Scholarship
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DAZ 3D - 3D Graphic Design Scholarship
- Deadline: June 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to legal residents of the USA currently enrolled at an accredited university or college.
DAZ 3D - 3D Graphic Design Scholarship
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DegreedUp.org Scholarship
- Deadline: the 27th of every month
- $1,250 scholarship
- Any student (future or current) that has been accepted or attends a community college, technical/trade college, or university
DegreedUp.org Scholarship
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Domo Scholarship for Business Management
- Deadline: August 31, 2013
- Award: $2,500
- Eligible candidates are either attending or are accepted to a 4-year, accredited institution and are studying or plan to study business, business management, business analytics, or a related field. The institution must be in the United States or any of its territories.
- Complete a survey and write a 500 word essay
Domo Scholarship for Business Management Information and Application Details
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Education and Teaching - Master Degree Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1, annually
- A $500 scholarship for students who are interested in pursuing master level degrees related to Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction, Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Early Childhood Education, and Educational Technology.
Education and Teaching - Master Degree Scholarship
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Foreclosure.com Scholarship
- Deadline: December 15, 2013
- Award: $1000 - $5,000
- Currently enrolled college students (graduate students, law students and/or high school seniors are NOT eligible) are invited to apply by submitting an essay. Freshman entering Fall 2013 are eligible once they have received a student ID number.
- 800 - 2,000 word essay
- You've been tasked with analyzing two foreclosure properties to determine which one is a better investment. Many factors come into play, including cost, location, renovations (if necessary/desired) and local market conditions, among others. The goal is to maximize profit, whether it is a buy, hold or flip strategy over the short- and/or long-term. Please select a property, provide reasons that support the decision, detail your investment strategy, describe all that you would do (improvements, rehab, etc.) and how it would impact your potential bottom line. To view the two subject foreclosure properties click here.
Foreclosure.com Scholarship
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The FreeLegalAid.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
- Deadline: March 31 of every year
- $500 Award
- Open to any individual who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the United States full time in the following academic year.
The FreeLegalAid.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
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Gallagher Koster Health Careers Scholarship Program
- Deadline: May 3, 2013
- Award: Five awards available, each in the amount of $5,000
- Open to all full-time undergraduate students who are entering their Junior or Senior Year of their undergraduate study in the Fall of 2013. If the student is in a program that is not a 4-year program, they are eligible if they will be entering either their final year of undergraduate study or their second-to-last year of undergraduate study in the Fall of 2013. Please note that the Scholarship Program is not open to first-year undergraduates, high school students, or graduate study students.For reference:
- If you are in a 2 year undergraduate program, you are eligible if you are entering your 2nd year in Fall, 2013.
- If you are in a 3-year undergraduate program, you are eligible if you are entering your 2nd or 3rd year in Fall, 2013.
- If you are in a 4-year undergraduate program, you are eligible if you are entering your 3rd or 4th year in Fall, 2013.
- If you are in a 5-year undergraduate program, you are eligible if you are entering your 4th or 5th year in Fall, 2013.
- If you are in a 6-year undergraduate program, you are eligible if you are entering your 5th or 6th year in Fall, 2013.
- Additionally, students must be enrolled in an accredited institution in a program of study that prepares them for a career in health care. Examples of qualifying degree programs include, but are not limited to pre-medicine, nursing, public/community health, physical therapy, occupational therapy, pharmacy, biology, chemistry, psychology, social work, dentistry, and optometry.
- Students eligible to be considered for the award must demonstrate financial need. Financial need will be determined using information provided by the school's Financial Aid office on the form provided in the scholarship application materials.
- Students must also meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards set by their institution and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
- A student is eligible for receiving an award for no more than two academic years.
Gallagher Koster Health Careers Scholarship Program Information and Application
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Get Prepped LSAT Prep Scholarship
- Deadline: January 31 and June 30 of every year
- Merit-based grant of up to $1000 available awarded twice yearly to applicants who will apply to a U.S. or Canadian law school.
Get Prepped LSAT Prep Scholarship
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The GetinBusiness.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
- Deadline: March 31 of every year
- $500 Scholarship
- Available for an individual attending an accredited four-year college or university in the United States full time in the following academic year.
The GetinBusiness.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
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Gilbraitti Scholarship
- Deadline: March 30, 2013
- Award: $500
- Must be between the ages of 16-20
- Must be attending a College or University in the Fall of 2013
- Maximum 1,000 word essay no the following topic:
If you could attend any college or university in the world, what school would you choose? and why?
Gilbraitti Scholarship Information and Application
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GotScholarship - $40k to Give Away
- Deadline: September 30, 2013
- Award: $40,000
- The GotChosen Scholarship Drawing is open to United States* and international students and alumni, 18 years or older. There is no cost to enter, and eligibility is not based on financial need or academic performance.
GotScholarship - $40k to Give Away
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The Hayes Barnard Paramount Equity Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
- Deadline: June 30, 2012 (Awarded Annually)
- Award: Four $4,000 awards
- Open to undergraduates and MBA students
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- 500 - 1000 word essay
The Hayes Barnard Paramount Equity Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
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Hazing Awareness Scholarship
- Deadline: 6th of every month
Hazing Awareness Scholarship
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Healthy Choices Scholarship
- Deadline: April 30, 2013
- Award: $500
- Applicant must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2013.
- Must be enrolled at any level in any program that is two years in length or longer.
- Must be Canadian or U.S. residents.
- Maximun 500 word essay outlining the 3 most important things you plan to do to ensure that you are living a balanced and healthy life while attending your post-secondary education.
Healthy Choices Scholarship Information and Application
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Information Systems and Technology Management - Master Degree Scholarship
- Deadline: April 1st, annually
- A $500 scholarship for students who are interested in pursuing master level degrees related to Information Systems, Informatics, Computer Information Technology, Computer Systems Security, and Technology Management.
Information Systems and Technology Management - Master Degree Scholarship
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Interactive Marketing Scholarship
- Deadline: November 1, 2012 (January Award)
- Deadline: June 1, 2013 (August Award)
- Award: $2,500
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- 1,000 word essay on "How internet marketing has changes the world of business."
- Outline of Career Objectived - in 500 words or less, describe your career objectives and how online marketing fits into your goals. Explain how this scholarship will help you achieve your academic and carrer pursuits. Consideration will be given to those who show an understanding of the connection between publishing content and online marketing.
- Online application
Interactive Marketing Scholarship
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JustJobs Scholarship
- Deadline: April 30, 2012 and August 31, 2012
- $2,000 three times annually
- Full-time student
JustJobs Scholarship
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'Krill Oil - Educate Your Heart' Scholarship
- Deadline: July 5, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Eligibility is for any student currently enrolled in the fall/spring school year of 2012/2013 at any college, university, trade or technical school within the United States or Canada. Students must maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent).
- Students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrollment.
- Must be a Canadian/American citizen or hold a valid student visa.
- Winning participants will be required to submit a photo for promotional purposes
- Eligible students must submit an essay written around one of the two following questions:
- How has the importance of heart health impacted you, your family, or your community?
- How can an individual change his or her lifestyle to promote a healthy heart and holistic well being?
'Krill Oil - Educate Your Heart' Scholarship Information
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Le Petit Scholarship
- Deadline: December 15, 2012 and May 15, 2013
- Award: Two $1,000 scholarships, one for each deadline
- 500 word essay on any of the topics listed below:
- Who do you consider the most inspirational military leader, and why?
- Which is your favorite Napoleonic battle, and why?
- What was the most incredible military victory of the 18th century, and why?
- What was the most incredible military victory of the 19th century, and why?
- What was the most incredible military victory of the 20th century, and why?
- What was the most incredible military victory of the 21st century, and why?
- Semper Fidelis, the motto of the United States Marine Corps, is Latin for "Always Faithful". What does this motto mean to you?
Le Petit Scholarship
- Deadline: May 31, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Applicant must be currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September.
- A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.
- A student must be a US resident or a Canadian resident and must also attend a school in Canada or the US.
- Essay about a situation you have been involved in or someone you know has been involved in where better safety procedures would have prevented an injury. Explain in detail what safety procedures you believe should have been in place to prevent the injury and how they would have prevented the injury.
Leavitt Machinery Scholarship Information and Application
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Logo Design Competition Scholarship
- Deadline: April 15, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Open to anyone (or group of individuals) currently enrolled (full or part time) at an accredited university or college in the United States of America
- Freedom & Virtue Institute is offering a one-time $1000 logo design competition scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to the winning entry of the design competition. If the logo is approved by the Freedom & Virtue Institute's Board of Directors for use as the new logo for the charity, then a one-time $500 additional scholarship will be awarded to the winning participant(s). The total scholarship shall not to exceed $1500 and will be paid this semester.
- How to Participate:
- Register your participation to ismael@fvinstitute.org by March 31, 2013 to receive the waiver of use.
- Design a logo for The Freedom & Virtue Institute that "tells the story" of the Institute.
- Submit the logo along with your contact information (Name, School, address, phone number, email); identification (a copy of current student ID and a photo government issued ID); and a signed (notarized) waiver for use of the logo.
Logo Design Competition Scholarship Information
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MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com Therapy Professionals Scholarship
- Deadline: December 15, 2012 (Awarded Annualy)
- Award: $1,000
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- 500 - 1000 word essay detailing what they hope to achieve throughout their time in a therapy related career.
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com Therapy Professionals Scholarship
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The MissionVacation.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
- Deadline: March 31 of every year
- $500 award
- Open to any individual who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the United States full time in the following academic year.
The MissionVacation.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship
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The My Alarm Center Scholarship
- Deadline: July 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Be a graduating high school senior (May 2013) or freshman/sophomore in college
- NOT be related to any My Alarm Center staff or extended family
- 500-1000 word essay on one of the following essay topics:
- What have been the most impactful advances in home security over the last five years, and how have the advances contributed to public safety?
- What is it that initially attracted you to a law enforcement related career, and what do you hope to achieve from this career?
The My Alarm Center Scholarship
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National Payday Scholarship
- Deadline: July 31, 2013
- Award: $3,000
- 600-1200 word essay on the below topic
Do payday loans work? Why or why not.
National Payday Scholarship
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The Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship
- Deadline: March 15, 2013
- $500 award
- Open only to those legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of submission and who are currently enrolled in an accredited college or university or who will be enrolled by March 1, 2013 and aspire to a career in the dental field.
- General, Science, Pre-dentistry, or Dental student area of study
- Minimum 3.2 required
The Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship
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Safari Club International Foundation Four Year Conservation Scholarship Program
- Deadline: April 15, 2013
- Award: $1,200 per year for four years
- Be accepted into an accredited four year college or university. Provide a letter of acceptance.
- Documented academic ability. Applicant need not be atthe top of his/her class, butmust have demonstrated a capacity to succeed in a chosen course of study.
- Demonstrated life experiences of voluntary or paid work experience supporting his/her goals and aspirations.
- Three letters ofrecommendation clearly outlining applicant'sstrengths and weaknesses. Include lettersfrom teachers, counselors and employment/volunteer experiences.
- Preference is given, but notlimited to applicantsseeking a degree in/orrelated field of conservation such as naturalresourcesmanagement, forestry, environmentalstudies, conservation education, outdoor education/recreation and animalscience and that are graduates ofthe SCIF AWLS program.
- Graduates ofthe SCIF AmericanWilderness Leadership Schoolstudent programare eligible to apply forthis scholarship.
- SCIF College Scholarship Application Formproperly completed.
- Applicantmust be recommended in writing through governance action by a Safari Club International Chapter.
- Current resume – not to exceed two pages
- Applicantmust not have any record of being convicted of a felony violation
Safari Club International Foundation Four Year Conservation Scholarship Program Information
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Scholarship by Design
- Deadline: May 1, 2013
- Award: $500
- Application muse be currently attending school as a high school senior or as an undergraduate student.
- Must be a resident of either Canada or the United States.
- Must be currently attending school on a full-time basis.
- A student must come up with a unique Scholarship Program idea that is aimed at high school and/or college students. The three most important aspects of the "Scholarship Program" that you come up with are:
- That it is Unique – Don't simply find another scholarship that you have heard of and copy it.
- That it is Appealing – The more interested a student would be in applying to your "Scholarship Program" the better.
- That it is Designed for a specific TYPE of Comapny - It is important to try and match up your "Scholarship Program" idea to a particular TYPE of business.
Scholarship by Design Information and Application
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Streamline Refinance Scholarship for Finance & Economics
- #Deadline: December 15, 2012 (Awarded Annually)
- Award: $1,000
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Open to students who are currently enrolled in financa, economics, or investment related fields and who are pursuing advanced education in these particular areas.
- 500 - 1000 word essay which describes what you hope to acomplish during your career in the finance, economics, or investment fields.
Streamline Refinance Scholarship for Finance & Economics
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StayFitInCollege.org Scholarship
- Deadline: 7th of every month
- $700 award
- ANY student (future or current) that has been accepted or attends a community college, technical/trade college, or university may apply.
StayFitInCollege.org Scholarship
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Sunoco Rewards Scholarship
- Deadline: June 15, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- You must complete all of the above steps.
- You must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the U.S.
- You must be a graduating high school senior or a full-time college freshmen, sophomore or junior.
- You cannot be a Sunoco employee or related to any Sunoco employees.
- Only one submission per student is permitted.
- We reserve the right to verify the date of high school graduation and/or college enrollment.
- 500-1000 word essay
What are 3 creative ways to build a loyal following in the fuel and convenience store industry?
Sunoco Rewards Scholarship
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SuretyBonds.com Scholarship
- Deadline: March 31, 2013
- Award: 3 $1,500 scholarships
- 500 to 1,000-word essay about how small business ownership (personal, parent, grandparent, or legal guardian) has shaped you into the person you are today.
SuretyBonds.com Scholarship Application
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The Techlaw LLP Entrepreneurship Scholarship
- Deadline: March 31 of every year
- $500 award
- Available for an individual attending an accredited four-year college/university or law school in the United States full time in the following academic year.
The Techlaw LLP Entrepreneurship Scholarship
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United States Military V.A. Loan Disability Awareness Scholarship
- Deadline: January 10, 2012 (Awarded Annually)
- Award: $1,000
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- 500 - 1000 word essay about how you or someone you know overcame disability to do something great.
United States Military V.A. Loan Disability Awareness Scholarship
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USDish Entertainment Blogging Scholarship
- Dealine: reoccuring/bi-anually
- $1,000 award
- Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States and may not be an associate (employee) of any division of USDish.com.
- Incoming Freshman: Applicant must be a current student and have a cumulative high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4-point scale and must have taken either the ACT or SAT test. Applicant must also be a high school or home school senior graduating or earning a GED between August 1, 2011 and July 31, 2012, who will enroll for fall 2012 as a freshman at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university.
- Current Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Applicant must have a cumulative college grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4-point scale, and be enrolled full-time at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university between August 1, 2011 and July 31, 2012.
- 300 to 500-word article about the TV show or movie that has impacted society and why.
USDish Entertainment Blogging Scholarship
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Varsity Tutors Monthly Scholarship
Varsity Tutors offers a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest to students who write the best essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage will be able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes will be reviewed by Varsity Tutors and one winner will be chosen who will receive a $1,000 college scholarship.
Interested students can enter the scholarship contest here
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VideoSurveillance.com Scholarship
- Deadline: June 25, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- You must be currently enrolled in high school (seniors only), college, or graduate school to apply.
- Please see website for additional requirements
- 60 second video answering the following question:
How would you use video surveillance to create a better and safer community?
VideoSurveillance.com Scholarship
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"Wrought Iron Art" Scholarship
- Deadline: December 1, 2013
- Award: $1,000
- Eligibility is for any student currently enrolled in the school year of 2013/2014 at any college, university, trade or technical school within the United States or Canada. Students must maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent).
- Students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrollment.
- Must be a Canadian/American citizen or hold a valid student visa.
- Winning participants will be required to submit a photo for promotional purposes.
- 500-3000 word essay on one of the two topics listed below:
The modern use of wrought iron metals in residential construction?
The evolution of wrought iron processing/use through 19th - 20th century.
"Wrought Iron Art" Scholarship Information
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Youth Volunteer Scholarship
- Deadline: April 15, 2013
- Award: $500
- Over the past 2 years a student must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work.
- Over the past 2 years a student must have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or greater.
- A student must be under the age of 21 years of age on the day of the deadline.
- Maximum 1,000 word essay explaining why you have chosen to volumteer your time with the organization(s) that you have and how your experience has changed your life.
Youth Volunteer Scholarship Information and Application