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AACE International Competitive Scholarship Description: Scholarships are available to full-time students pursuing a related degree in engineering, construction management, building construction, etc. Applicants must have at least second-year academic standing. Application: See website Amount: $750 - $3,000 Deadline: 10/15 Contact Information: Katharyn Getchell 304-296-8444 http://www.aacei.org/education/scholarship.shtml
AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship Description: Scholarship is awarded to women age 40 and over. Eligibility: see website Application: see website Amount: varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: www.aarpfoundationwlc.org
AAUW Scholarship Description: Scholarships available for women who are at least 25 years old and in need of financial assistance. Application: See Website Amount: $2000 Deadline: 3/27 Contact Information: Susan Hanes Spokane Branch AAUW Scholarships PO Box 20102 Spokane, WA 99204 http://www.aauwspokaneaauw.org
Abbot & Fenner Business Consultant Scholarships Description: The Abbot & Fenner Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution. The applicant must write a 1,000 word or less essay about one of two given topics. Eligibility: Be between 16 and 30 years old. Application: Online Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 6/19 Contact Information: Website : http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm E-mail: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com
ACFE Spokane Chapter Scholarship Description: The Spokane Chapter Association of Certified Fraud Examiners is offering two, $500 scholarships that are open to 4-year degree students attending a univeristy in or near Spokane, pursuing degrees relevant to fraud and including: accounting, criminal justice, law, law enforcement, and fraud education. Amount: $500-$1000 Deadline: 4/15 More Information: www.spokanefraud.org/Scholarships.htm Contact Information: Mail: ACFE Spokane Chapter #119, ACFE P.O. Box 874 Spokane, WA 99210 E-mail: scholarships@spokanefraud.org
AES Engineers Description: AES Engineering is offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted(topics on website). Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. Eligibility: Must be a high school senior or attending a post secondary school. Application: Online Amount: $500 Deadline: 10/6 Contact Information: Website: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm E-mail: scholarships@aesengineers.com
Alfred G. and Elma M. Milotte Scholarship Description: Be profoundly fascinated by nature, have been a careful observer of it and have successfully expressed your observations in a way that engages the everyday person. Have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Have been a resident of Washington State for at least 5 years prior to applying. Eligibility: High school grad or hold G.E.D., acceptance at trade or art school or two-year or four-year college for undergrad or grad studies. Application: Visit their website: Amount: $4,000 Deadline: 3/31 More Information: Submit samples of work conveying your observations of the natural world around you--this work may be written or visual. Contact Information: The Alfred G. & Emma M. Milotte Scholarship Bank of America Charitable Investment Services P.O. Box 24565 Seattle, WA 98124 877-264-9992 www.milotte.org
American Business Women's Association Spokane Falls Chapter Description: For students who have completed their freshman year with a minimum GPA of 3.0, studying in the field of General Education K-12. Eligibility: Must be U.S. citizen attending an accredited college or university within a 100 mile radius of Spokane Application: Contact organization (see phone number below) Amount: $1000 Renewal: One-time only award Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: (509) 325-4967
American Cancer Society Cancer Survivor College Scholarship Description: College-bound or college-enrolled students who meet all of the following cirteria are eligibile to apply. -Must be diagnosed with cancer befrore the age of 21. Applicants must be age 25 or younger at time of application. -Graduating from high school and/or continuing college in the upcoming school year. -Must be a U.S. citizen and legal resident of AK, AZ, CO, ID, MT, ND, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, or WY. -Accepted without condition to an accredited university, college, community college, or vocational/technical school. -Must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above. -Must become a full-time student. Eligibility: see description Application: contact 1-800-ACS-2345 Amount: variable Deadline: None Listed More Information: http://www.cancer.org Contact Information: 1-800-ACS-2345
American Chemical Society Minority Scholars Program Description: Renewable scholarships awarded on the basis of merit and financial need to African-American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian (including Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiian) students majoring in chemistry, biochemisty, chemical engineering or chemically related fields. Eligibility: Minority students majoring in chemistry, biochemistry and related fields Application: Visit their website Amount: up to $5000 Renewal: Yes, up to all 4 years Deadline: 3/1 Contact Information: http://www.chemistry.org/scholars American Chemical Society ACS Scholars Program Department of MInority Affairs 1155 16th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036
American Indian Endowed Scholarship (AIES) Description: Applicants must be financially needy students with close cultural ties to an American Indian tribe who will be enrolled full-time at a public or independent college or university in Washington. Must be a resident of Washington. Eligibility: Close cultural ties to an American Indian tribe in Washington and not pursuing a degree in theology Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 to $2000 Renewal: Renewal is at the discretion fo the committee. Deadline: 2/1 Contact Information: Ann Voyles-Lee (360)-753-7843 Website: http://www.hecb.wa.gov
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Minority Scholarships Description: Applicants must have a declared accounting major or be enrolled in a masters-level accounting, business administration, finance or taxation program. Also, only minorities may apply, this being defined as Black, Native American/Alaskan Native, or Pacific Island races, or of Hispanic ethnic origin. Eligibility: Minority students majoring in accounting or pursuing an accounting graduate degree Application: Visit their website Amount: Maximum of $5,000 Renewal: Renewals are not automatic but recipients may re-apply Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu/jlcs.htm
American Meteorological Society/Industry Undergraduate Scholarship Description: Students completing their final year of an undergraduate degree in the fall who are majoring in atmospheric science, oceanography, hydrology, chemisty, computer sciences, mathematics, engineering, and physics who intend to pursue a career in one of those fields. Eligibility: Juniors majoring in the atmospheric studies, chemisty, and computer sciences Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable for senior year Deadline: 2/22 Contact Information: Website: http://www.ametsoc.org Call: Donna Sampson (617)-227-2426 ext. 246 or Stepanie Armstrong ext. 246 Address: American Meteorological Society Fellowship/Scholarship Programs 45 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108
American School Health Association Description: Annual scholarships to full-time graduate and undergraduate students majoring in one of the areas of specialization of school health education, school nursing, or pediatric or adolescent medicine/dentistry. Eligibility: Junior or senior undergraduate and graduate students; 3.0 minimum GPA Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 minimum Renewal: Recipients can re-apply Deadline: 4/3 Contact Information: Website: http://www.ashaweb.org
AMS/Industry Minority Scholarships Description: Applicants must be minority students entering their freshman year of undergraduate study and plan to pursue a career int he atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. Eligibility: High school seniors, entering their first year of undergraduate study in the fall Application: E-mail or visit their website Amount: $3,000 Renewal: Renewable for sophomore year Deadline: 2/22 Contact Information: Website: http://www.ametsoc.org Call: Donna Sampson (617)-227-2426 ext. 246 or Stepanie Armstrong ext. 246 Address: American Meteorological Society Fellowship/Scholarship Programs 45 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108
Angelfire Scholarship Description: Honoring soldiers who have served during combat, this scholarship is for outstanding students currently attending a Datatel client institution, who served in the Vietnam war, their spouses and children,or refugees. Also available for soldiers who served in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, or Operation Iraqi Freedom. Eligibility: Must attend a Datatel client college or university Application: Apply on-line at the Datatel website:http://www.datatel.com/dsf Amount: $1,000 - $2,400 depending on the undergraduate tuition of the institution. Renewal: not renewable, but student may reapply each year. Deadline: 1/31 Contact Information: Datatel Scholars 4375 Fair Lakes Court Fairfax, VA 22033
Arc of Washington Trust Fund Description: Applicants should be upper division or graduate students who have a demonstrated interest in the field of mental retardation. Eligibility: Undergraduate/Graduate studying mental retardation Application: Visit their website Amount: $5,000 maximum Renewal: Renewals are not automatic but recipients may re-apply Deadline: 2/28 Contact Information: E-mail: arcwatrust@msn.com Telephone: (206) 363-2206 Address: Neal F. Lessenger, Secretary P.O. Box 27028 Seattle, WA 98125-1428 website: http://www.arcwa.org
Army ROTC Scholarship Description: Scholarships are offered to students who are involved with ROTC. At the completion of four years of undergraduate study, the recipient will either become a full-time or part-time commissioned officer in the U.S. Army. Eligibility: Any undergraduate student Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Army ROTC Scholarship Fort Monroe, Virginia 23651-5238 http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.jsp
Arthur and Doreen Parrett Scholarship Fund Description: The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarship awards to selected qualified applicants who are in the fields of Engineering, Science, Medicine or Dentistry. Must be a Washington state resident. Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $900 to $2,100 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 7/31 Contact Information: U.S. Bank National Association, Trustee Parrett Scholarship Foundation PD-WA-T21P 1420 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2100 Seattle, WA 98101-4085 Telephone: 206-344-3690
ASCO Numatics Engineering Description: The two ASCO Numatics scholarships are merit-based and will be awarded to exceptional undergraduate and graduate engineering students pursuing careers in industrial automation-related disciplines. Applicants must have completed at least their sophomore year in a bachelor's degree program, have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident. Eligibility: see description above Application: Online Amount: Two $5,000 scholarships Deadline: 6/30 More Information: Email: marketing@ascovalve.com ASCO Numatics 50-60 Hanover Road Florham Par k, NJ 07932 www.asconumaticsw.com Contact Information: Website:www.asconumatics.com/scholarship
Asian American Journalist Association Description: This scholarship recognizes and encourages excellence among Asian American journalist and outstanding coverage of Asian American Issues. Applicants submit a sample of their work, which can be a written article, photograph, radio, television, or print. Any undergraduate or graduate student may apply. Eligibility: High school senior, undergraduate, and graduate students Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Recipients can re-apply Deadline: 3/28 Contact Information: Nao Vang, Student Programs Coordinator (415)-346-2051 E-Mail: programs@aaja.org Address:National Awards, AAJA 1182 Market Street, Suite 320 San Francisco, CA 94102 website: http://www.aaja.org/programs/awards/
ASWA Seattle Scholarship Description: Requirements: •Part-time or full-time student, pursuing either an associate’s of applied science, bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or an equivalent designated post-baccalaureate certificate of accounting at an accredited community college, college, university or professional school of accounting located in Washington state. •Completed a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours within four weeks of the application deadline. •Maintained a minimum grade point average of 2.05 overall and 3.0 in accounting. Eligibility: see above description Application: available on website Amount: $1000 to $5000 Deadline: 5/15 Contact Information: www.aswaseattle.org
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest Description: Essay must be between 800 and 1600 words in length, typed and double spaced, based on one of three topic choices. Eligibility: Undergradute student Application: Visit their website Amount: $50 to $10,000 Deadline: 9/17 Contact Information: Website: http://www.aynrandnovels.com/contests Email: essay@aynrand.org Mail essay with stapled cover sheet to: Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest, Dept. W The Ayn Rand Institute P.O. Box 57044 Irvine, CA 92619-7044
Avanti Fund Music Education Scholarship Description: Scholarships are open to all graduating high school seniors and undergraduate college students pursuing a degree in music education at an accredited college or university. Eligibility: see above description Application: see website Amount: $2000 Deadline: 5/15 Contact Information: website: www.avantiflutes.net/scholarship/
B. Davis Scholarship Eligibility: see website for details Amount: $1000 Deadline: 5/30 More Information: Jason Rumeacher, Director: awards@scholarshipquesthelper.com Contact Information: website: http://www.scholarshipquesthelper.com
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program Description: Awards are given to juniors and seniors who intend to pursue careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. Eligibility: Undergraduate juniors or seniors Application: Visit the website or contact Richard Stevens, Faculty Representative at 509-777-4508 Amount: $7500 maximum Renewal: Varies Deadline: 1/31 More Information: Student must be nominated by a faculty representative. Contact Information: Website: http://www.act.org/goldwater
Be An Actuary Scholarships Description: Several scholarships are listed on the website for students interested in pursuing a career as an actuary. Please see the website for the individual scholarship descriptions. Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Website: http://www.beanactuary.com/college/scholarships.cfm
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Description: Must be a US citizen; must be an undergraduate in good standing; must be currently receiving a Federal Pell Grant; must be applying to or accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the by the student's home institution. Eligibility: Undergrad planning to study abroad Application: on line at: http://www.iie.org/gilman Amount: up to $5,000 Deadline: 12/6, 12/13 More Information: 3 parts to application: 1. student; 2. study abroad advisor and 3. financial aid advisor Contact Information: Gilman International Scholarship Program Institute of International Education 520 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 740 Houston, TX 77027 (713) 621-6300 ext. 25
Big Sun Scholarship Description: The Big Sun Organiztion is offering a $500 scholarship to a high school senior or post secondary student athlete regardless of the sport they play. Eligibility: Must be a student athlete at a university or a high school senior. Application: See Website Amount: $500 Deadline: 6/25 Contact Information: E-Mail: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com Website: http://www.bigsunathletics.com/
Bob and Eleanor Grant Trust Scholarship Description: Requirements are: 1) first generation college students (neither parent graduated from a four-year college) 2) planning to become a professional in natural or environmental sciences 3) in need of financial assistance 4) residents of the state of Washington for at least 24 months prior to applying 5) junior status at a four year college Eligibility: see above description Application: Contact representative or download from website Amount: up to $15,000 a year Renewal: Yes, based on satisfactory student progress Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.bandegranttrust.org Nancy Hunn (206)364-4935 PO Box 75087 Seattle, WA 98175
BrainTrack Business Schools Scholarships Description: The BrainTrack Business Schools Scholarship is designed to help others considering business and management related careers by taking advantage of the experiences of entrants. This scholarship runs two times a year, awarding $1000 for a best essay entry and $500 for the runner-up. Winners will be selected based on the creativity, focus, overall thoughtfulness, accuracy, and practical value of responses to essay questions. The questions ask students about how they chose business, their experiences as a business student, and their suggestions for prospective students. Application: http://www.braintrack.com/about-braintrack-scholarships.htm Amount: $1000; the runner-up $500. Deadline: 3/1, 11/1 More Information: see website: http://www.braintrack.com/about-braintrack-scholarships.htm Contact Information: David Siegel VP of Operations BrainTrack 221 Boston Post East, Suite 250 Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752 dsiegel@braintrack.com +1 978 451 0471
Calihan Academic Fellowship Description: Scholarship for future scholars and religious leaders with outstanding potential. Eligibility: All seminarians, undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students studying religion, theology, philosophy or related fields. Application: Visit their website Amount: Up to $3,000. Deadline: 7/15, 10/31 Contact Information: Acton Institute Calihan Fellowships 161 Ottawa NW Suite 301 http://www.acton.org
Casey Family Programs Scholarship Description: Scholarship for underrepresented students who have been in a foster care experience. Eligibility: See website Application: See website Amount: Varies Deadline: 3/31 Contact Information: http://www.orphan.org
Christian Church- Disciples of Christ Description: The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) provides many scholarships to it's members. Applicants must be a member of the church, and be enrolled full-time in an accredited school or seminary. Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate students in an accredited school or seminary Application: Apply online at their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Recipients can re-apply Deadline: 3/22 Contact Information: Website: http://www.discipleshomemissions.org/Scholarships/index.htm E-mail: cwebb@dhm.disciples.org
Christian Medical & Dental Associations Description: This scholarship is available to senior students who are accepted to medical school in the fall and planning a career in medical/dental missions. Eligibility: Seniors entering medical school in the fall Application: Visit their website Amount: $25,000 Renewal: Non-renewable Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.cmda.org
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Description: Rewards leadership and excellence shown through academic acheivement and extracurricular activities, including community service. Eligibility: Must be a current high school senior Application: apply on-line between Aug. 1 and Oct. 31 Amount: 50 four year awards of $20,000 and 200 four year awards of $10,000 Deadline: 10/31 Contact Information: website: http://www.coca-colascholars.org
Computer Science and Computer Engineering Scholarship Description: Education-Portal.com is giving away its 1st Annual Undergraduate Computer Science and Computer Engineering Scholarship. Eligibility: Student must be pursuing computer related academic major Application: see website Amount: $1000 Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: website: http://education-portal.com/pages/Computer_Science_Academic_Scholarship.html Scholarship Coordinator: Ben Wilson (650) 488-5017
Crowell Scholarship Description: Scholarship established to assist students enrolled in the M.A. in Theology program at Whitworth University with tuition costs. The scholarship will be awarded based on student's application to M.A. in Theology program and recommendation of Theology Admissions committee Eligibility: Must be admitted or enrolled in the M.A. in Theology program at Whitworth University; Application: Submit a one-page essay to finaidscholars@whitworth.edu SUBJECT LINE: Crowell Scholarship Application Amount: Varies, based on decision of awarding committee; need determination based on FAFSA/application essay Renewal: After initial award, student must maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA, reviewed after each term. Deadline: None Listed More Information: Essay should contain the following: 1. Student’s reason for attending the master’s program, including individual goals upon completion of the program. 2. An explanation of unmet financial needs not indicated by FAFSA information. Contact Information: Whitworth University Masters In Theology program -509.777.3769 (Spokane) 800.929.6894 (toll free) Whitworth University Financial Aid office 509. 777.3215
Daughters of the American Revolution Description: Many sub-scholarships under the Daughters of the American Revolution heading with varying criteria. Please see website listed below. Eligibility: Undergraduates Application: Send SASE to address listed/see website Amount: $500 to $2000 depending on scholarship Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 2/15 Contact Information: Office of Committees, NSDAR Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303 http://www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Description: Requirements: 1) You must be a descendant of a person establishing resident in one of these states: Washington State – during or prior to 1870, Oregon State – during or prior to 1853, Idaho – during or prior to 1863, Montana – (west of the crest of the Rocky Mountains) during or prior to 1863; 2) Resident of Washington State; 3) Full-time student in a college or university in Washington State; 4) Junior, senior or graduate student during the year of the scholarship; 5) Two letters of recommendation from school administrators or teachers; 6) Personal letter of application which describes the following - a. Education/professional goals, b. Volunteer and community activities, c. Organization memberships and offices held, d. Honors or awards received or special accomplishments, e. Your specific scholarship need; 7) High school and college transcripts. Eligibility: Preference given to students majoring in history, education, or English Application: See Website or Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: 2 scholarships - $750 each Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Email: http://wapioneerdaughters.org State Assn. of the Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Anita Chandler 13210 Prairie Circle E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
David M. Irwin Friend of Higher Education Award - ICW Description: Must be a sophomore or junior in good standing at the time of the application. Students with a GPA of 2.5 to 3.0 are especially encouraged to apply. Requires one-page essay on: How will my education at this college impact my career choice? Eligibility: Sophomores or Juniors Application: ICW website listed below or Financial Aid Office Amount: up to $1,000 Renewal: Not renewable Deadline: 3/14 More Information: All scholarships through Independent Colleges of Washington are subject to annual donor funding http://www.icwashington Contact Information:
Davies-Jackson Scholarship Description: The Davies-Jackson Scholarship presents a unique opprotunity for an outstanding student to participate in a course of study at St. John's College at Cambridge University. Eligibility: Must be entering graduate school, interesting in continuing a study in arts, humanities, or social sciences. Must be among the first in their families to have graduated from college. Application: available online Amount: Full, two-year scholarship to St. John's. Renewal: not renewable after the two year program Deadline: None Listed More Information: webiste: http://www.cic.edu/projects_services/grants/daviesjackson/index.asp Contact Information: A. Graham Down, Director The Davies-Jackson Scholarship Program c/o The Council of Independent Colleges One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 320 Washington, DC 20036-1142
Degree Directory Business Scholarship Description: Scholarship is for students who are pursuing business related academic degrees. Application: see website Amount: $500 each Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: http://degreedirectory.org/pages/business_scholarship.html
Discover Financial Services Description: Must be a high school junior with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Can attend any accredited training, licensing or certification program or institution of higher learning after high school. Application: Visit their website Amount: Up to ten scholarships of $30,000 each Deadline: 1/31 Contact Information: http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml
E.K. & Lillian F. Bishop Foundation Scholarship - ICW Description: Benefits a student attending an Independent College of Washington who has a permanent home address in Grays Harbor County, WA. Requires a 1-page essay on: How will my education at this college impact my career choice? Application: ICW website listed below; Financial Aid Office Amount: $2,500 Deadline: 3/14 More Information: All scholarships through Independent Colleges of Washington are subject to annual donor funding. http://www.icwashington.org Contact Information:
Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation Description: Requirements: 1) Must be from Western Washington; 2) Must attend accredited institution of higher learning which receives it’s fundamental support from sources other than taxes; 3) Must show financial need; 4) First Year students must have outstanding scholastic records at their secondary school and combined S.A.T. scores of over 1200. Application: Visit their website Amount: Up to $5,000 Renewal: Yes Deadline: 4/30 More Information: you may download the application at www.maxwell.org. Contact Information: Send request for application directly to: The Edmund F. Maxwell Foundation PO Box 22537 Seattle, WA 98122-0537
Education Portal Scholarships Description: Awards are designed for students pursuing either an Associate or Bachelor degree within a given subject matter. Subjects include: criminal justice/law enforcement, liberal arts/general studies, architecture/drafting, computer science/engineering. Application: see website Amount: $500 each Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: www.education-portal.com
Elias Foundation Account Description: Established in 1972 via an endowment to the Presbyterian Foundation. To be used for Christian Education within the Synod. Application: contact organization (see above) Amount: $2500-$5000 Deadline: 12/31 Contact Information: Synod Alaska-Northwest phone: 1-206-448-6403 email: ajmarion@synodnw.org
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Description: 3,000 to 4,000 word essay contest with four different topics to choose from. Open to full-time juniors and seniors. Eligibility: Full-time Juniors and Seniors Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 to $5000 Deadline: 12/19 Contact Information: The Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity 555 Madison Avenue, 20th Floor New York, NY 10022 (212)490-7788 Website: http://www.eliewieselfoundation.org
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Description: The purpose of the foundation is to aid artists in the early stages of their careers. Awards are limited to candidates working in the following: painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture. Applicants must have started or completed art school training or must demonstrate, through past work and future plans, a commitment to making art a lifetime career. Application: Request Directly Deadline: None Listed More Information: Funds maybe used for any art-related purpose: study, travel, studio-rental, purchase of material, atc. Contact Information: The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation 1814 Sherbrooke Street West, Suite 1 Montreal, Quebec H3H 1E4 CANADA Phone: 514-937-9225 Fax: 514-937-0141 Email: greenshields@bellnet.ca
ESA Foundation--Undergraduate Description: Applicants must be an incoming college freshman or presently enrolled in an accredited college or university. There are a variety of scholarships available, each with slightly different criteria. See online application for details. Eligibility: Perspective or current undergraduates. Include $5 processing fee with each application. Application: Visit their website Amount: $360 - $1000 Renewal: No Deadline: 2/1 Contact Information: Website: http://estaintl.com Anna Nelson Wash. State Council ESA Foundation 5007 241st St. SW Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 425-778-6950
EWC/ACHMM Scholarship Description: The Eastern Washington Chapter of the Academy of Certified Hazardous Materials Managers awards a scholarship each year to an eligible student pursuing a career in a hazardous materials management related field (ie: environmental science, environmental health, preventative medicine, public health, industrial hygiene, environmental chemistry and engineering. Eligibility: be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a university or college in the Eastern WA Chapter Area (or with a parent/grandparent/spouse who is a current member of the EWC/ACHMM). Must be majoring in a field related to hazardous materials management (listed above). Must have good academic standing and submit the completed application Application: available online Amount: $1000 Deadline: 11/1 More Information: webiste: http://users.owt.com/ewcachmm Contact Information: James Jewett (509) 967-3114 ewc_achmm_scholarship@verizon.net EWC/ACHMM 1370 Jadwin Ave. #113 Richland, WA 99352
Executive Women International ASIST Scholarship Description: Scholarhship to provide financial support and guidance to adults in the community who are in a variety of transitional situations. Eligibility: Women 18 years or older, and able to clearly define career goals and objectives. Application: See website, send to Contact Amount: $1000/$2500 Deadline: 4/8 Contact Information: Jeanine McDonald, Executive Women International ASIST Chair 930 N Mullan Rd, Ste. 2 Spokane, WA 99206 (509)891-7770 http://www.ewispokane.org
Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund Description: Applicants must be dependent children or spouses of persons who were killed or are permanently disabled as a direct result of the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001. Awards are granted without regard to race color, creed, religion, gender, disability, or national origin. Eligibility: Dependents or spouses of those killed or injured on September 11 Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable up to 4 years Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Website: http://www.familiesoffreedom.org Email: mailto:freedom@csfa.org Toll-free phone: 1-877-862-0136
Federal Employee Education and Assistance Description: Civil federal and postal employees with at least three years of service, and their dependents. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Application: Visit their website Amount: $250 to $2500 Renewal: Not automatic but may reapply Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.feea.org
Fisher Communications Minority Scholarship Description: Applicants must be: 1. at sophomore level or above enrolled in a broadcast oriented curriculum (radio, television, marketing, or broadcast technology) 2. earning an accredited degree at one of the following: four year college or university, community college transferable to a 4 year baccalaureate degree program, or a vocational-technical school 3. of non-white origin 4. have a minimum of 2.5 gpa 5. must provide proof of US citizenship Eligibility: see above description Application: see website Amount: varies Deadline: 4/30 Contact Information: website:www.fsci.com email: abozanich@fsci.com
Ford Foundation Fellowships Description: The Ford Foundation offers several scholarships: Predoctoral Fellowships for Minorities, Dissertation Fellowships for Minorities, Postdoctoral Fellowships for Minorities, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Predoctoral Fellowships in Biological Sciences Program, and the HUD Urban Scholars Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. Eligibility: Graduates Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Varies Deadline: 11/2, 11/9 Contact Information: Website: www.fordfoundation.org
Foreclosure.com Essay Contest Description: Foreclosure.com is launching a new scholarship opprotunity. Essay contest for current college students and incoming freshmen. Essay topic: "How to solve the forclosure crisis." Eligibility: must be enrolled or accepted into an accredited university or college Application: see website for details. Amount: one $5000 award and four $1000 awards Deadline: 12/31 Contact Information: Luanne Pazos Bryant Scholarship Administrator 561.988.9669 www.foreclosure.com/scholarship
Foundation for College Christian Leaders Description: Applicants must have a Christian testimony, and a verifiable Christian leadership history. They must be entering undergraduate studies, or be currently enrolled, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate high financial need. Student must have permanent residence in Southern California. Eligibility: Prospective or current Christian undergraduates Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable Deadline: 5/8 Contact Information: Current applications will be available on the following website in mid-February. Website: http://WWW.COLLEGECHRISTIANLEADER.COM Email: LMHays@aol.com
Freehold Studio Diversity Scholarship Description: Full scholarship awards to actors of color for comprehensive actor training. Available to either beginning actors who have no or little previous experience or training, or advanced actors who have substantial training. Eligibility: Must be a person of color who is 19 or older and demonstrate financial need Application: Visit their website Deadline: 6/16 Contact Information: http://www.freeholdtheatre.org
Fund for Theological Education, Inc. Description: Requirements: 1) Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a North American college or university; 2) Should be curious about ministry as a career, but may be undecided; 3) Must demonstrate high academic performance & potential gifts for ministry; 4) Must be citizens of the United States or Canada. Application: see website Amount: $2,000 Deadline: 2/1, 3/15 More Information: You may download an application at http://www.thefund.org Contact Information: The Fund for Theological Education, Inc 825 Houston Mill Road, Suite 250 Atlanta, GA 30329-4211 (404)727-1450 * FAX (404)727-1490
Fund for Veteran's Education Description: The Fund for Veterans’ Education will award up to $3.5 million in 2008-09 in undergraduate scholarships for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Full-time and part-time students are eligible. Eligibility: Must be a veteran of Opreation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom. Application: Available online April 1 Deadline: 11/3 Contact Information: Website: http://www.veteransfund.org/ The Fund for Veterans Education Scholarship America - Julie Wilkins One Scholarship Way, P.O. Box 297 Saint Peter, MN 56082 Telephone: 507-931-1682 Toll Free: 800-537-4180
Future Teachers Conditional Scholarship and Loan Repayment Program Description: A conditional scholarship is a loan that can be forgiven in exchange for certified classroom teaching service in WA K-12 public schools. Participants receive payments while enrolled in their educational program. Participants who do not fulfill their teaching obligation must repay the loan, a loan equalization fee, and interest. Must be a WA state resident, plan to attend school at least half-time, not planning to pursue a degree in theology and plan to be employed as a certified teacher. Eligibility: Undergrads persuing a degree in education Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $6200 (estimated) Deadline: 10/15 Contact Information: Website: http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/future.asp Mary Knutson 1-888-535-0747 x2 futureteachers@hecb.wa.gov
Gates Millenium Scholarship Description: 1,000 scholarships are awarded each year to minority students who demonstrate high financial need. The scholarship makes up the difference between tuition and the financial aid package offered by the college. Eligibility: Minority students admitted to or enrolled in an accredited college Application: Nominated Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable Deadline: 1/12 Contact Information: Gates Millennium Scholars c/o United Negro College Fund 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive PO Box 10444 Fairfax VA 22031 website: http://www.gmsp.org
Gerald L. Saling Memorial Rotary Scholarship Description: The Rotary Club of Spokane North will award two $1,500 scholarships to students who will be (or are) enrolled in an accredited college or university. This may be used for tuition, board, room or any other required school fee. The applicants shall be evaluated based on the established guidelines, without discrimination because of race, creed, gender or national origin. Eligibility: -Be a high school graduate by the end of this school year. Two scholarships will be awarded, one to a relative (spouse, son, daughter, grandchild, niece or nephew) of a Spokane North Rotary Club member or if, there are no qualified applicants, to any qualified relative of another Rotary Club. The second scholarship will be awarded to the most deserving candidate regardless or Rotary relationship. -Have an overall 3.00 GPA -Have applied to or are enrolled in an accredited post secondary educational program. -Students may reapply each year. Eligibility: See description Amount: 1500 Deadline: 5/19 Contact Information: Dr. James E. Minkler E. 2812 14th Avenue Spokane, WA 99202 jminkler@ccs.spokane.edu
Grants Net Opportunity Description: The Grants Net's database provides detailed searchable information about hundreds of grants, fellowships, training opportunities, education programs and other resources. Eligibility: Undergraduate and Graduate students Application: Visit the websites Amount: Varies Renewal: Varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Websites: http://www.grantsnet.org
GSBA and Pride Foundation Scholarships Description: These scholarships are available to students who are gay or lesbian or are children of gay and lesbian parents. Eligibility: Gay or lesbian related students Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 1/23 Contact Information: Pride Foundation 1122 E. Pike St. #1001 Seattle WA 98122 Telephone: 1-800-735-7287, and 206-323-3318 http://www.pridefoundation.org
HANDS Along the Nile 2009 Essay Contest Description: HANDS is looking for students to articulate the importance of thier work in the form of an essay. Information about HANDS work can be found at www.handsalongthenile.org. Topic: Address the following questions in the form of an essay. (References to specific programs, including HANDS, are encouraged.) How is community development in the Middle East important to the U.S.? Why is it particularly crucial to focus on Egypt? Eligibility: Must be a registered full-time graduate or undergraduate student at the time of entry. High school students entering college in the fall of 2009 are also eligible. Application: www.handsalongthenile.org Amount: 1st: $5,000, 2nd: $2,500, 3rd: $1,500, Two Honorable Mention $500 Deadline: 7/4 More Information: HANDS Along the Nile Development Services, Inc. 1601 N. Kent Street, Ste. 1014 Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: 703-875-9370 contest@handsalongthenile.org Contact Information:
Health Professions Scholarship Program Description: Earn a full-tuition scholarship plus a monthly allowance through the Army. Can be planning to enter the field of Physician, Dentist, Veterinarian, Optometrist, Clinical or Counseling Psychologist or Nurse Anesthetist. Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Website: http://www.goarmy.com/amedd/hpsp.jsp SFC Michaeel s. Lehman Station Commander U.S. Army Health Care Recruiting Team - Spokane Office: 509-484-6471 Mobile: 877-722-2316 michael.lehman@usarec.army.mil
Herman Oscar Schumacher Scholarship Fund for Men Description: Requirements: 1) Resident of Spokane County; 2) Worthy young man—preference given to orphans & financially needy; 3) Completion of at least one year at an accredited college; 4) Christian and loyal to principles of democracy, and support the Constitution of the United States. Application: No earlier than first day of class instruction and no later than October 1 Amount: $500 Renewal: upon application Deadline: 10/1 More Information: Applications will be available in the Financial Aid Office in August of each year Contact Information: Return Application to: Trust Department (H.O.S.) Washington Trust Bank P.O. Box 2127 Spokane, WA 99210-2127
Hispanic College Fund Description: U.S. citizen attending full-time with a minimum 3.0 GPA, based on both merit and need. Various scholarships with online application. Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 - $10,000 Deadline: 3/15 Contact Information: http://www.hispanicfund.org
Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Description: Applicant must be of Hispanic ancestry, residing in Oregon or Clark County, WA. Must have at least a 2.75 GPA as evidenced by a certified high school or college transcript, must be enrolled in an accredited community college, 4 year college or university or accredited graduate degree program by September. Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000-$5000 Deadline: 2/2 Contact Information: HMC Scholarship Committee PO box 1837 Portland, OR 97207 503-222-0280 http://www.hmccoregon.com
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Description: Applicants must be of Hispanic background, be a US citizen or permanant resident, minimum GPA of 3.0, and a full-time student. Eligibility: Full-time Hispanic students Application: Visit their website Amount: $1250/$2500 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 3/15 Contact Information: http://www.hsf.net
Horace and Susie Revels Cayton Scholarship Description: Applicants must have proof of minority status, be a full-time sophmore or junior undergraduate, show financial need and be intending to pursue a career in public relations. Application: www.prsapugetsound.org Amount: $2500 Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Beverly J. Holland, APR PRSA Puget Sound Chapter Email: beverly.j.holland@boeing.com or diane@asi-seattle.net
Indian Health Service Scholarship Description: Applicants must be officially enrolled in a Federally recognized tribe or be a "descendent" from a parent or grandparent who are themselves enrolled in a tribe. Applicants must also be enrolled in a recognized college, and have the capacity to complete a health professions course of study. Applicants must intend to serve Indian People upon completion of professional health care education and training. Eligibility: Federally or state (Alaska) recognized Indians Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: For two years full-time, or four years part-time. Deadline: 2/28 Contact Information: http://www.scholarship.ihs.gov Laurie Veitenheimer 1220 SW 3rd Avenue, Room 476 Portland, OR 97204 Phone: (503) 326-6983 Fax: (503) 326-2702
Inland Northwest Community Foundation Scholarships Description: Foundation Northwest offers many scholarships through different funds. All the scholarships are aimed at graduates from select Washington and Idaho high schools. Eligibility: Graduates from select Washington and Idaho high schools Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Varies Deadline: 3/1 Contact Information: http://www.inwcf.org
Inland Power and Light Scholarship Description: This scholarship is available to Inland Power & Light members and their children. Applicants must be either a high school senior or admitted college student. Eligibility: Inland Power members and their children Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 4/15 Contact Information: http://www.inlandpower.com
INSHRM Board Description: The Inland Northwest Society for Human Resource Managment Board is offering three scholarships (two professional and one student). Application: contact Angela (see above) Amount: $500 each Deadline: 8/14 Contact Information: Angela Mariani Human Resources Manager Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest 509.444.4307
Institute for Humane Studies Description: The Institute for Human Studies has two scholarship opprotunities for the 2009-2010 academic year. 1. Humane Studies Fellowships are awarded to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students exploring the principles underlying a free society. 2. Film and Fiction Scholarships are awarded to students interested in Fine Arts. Eligibility: Human Studies Fellowships: undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in the fields of law and journalism. Film and Fiction: graduate students pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree. Application: Online (see website above) Amount: Up to $12,000 Deadline: 12/31 More Information: IHS Humane Studies Fellowships . Apply by Dec. 31. Learn more at www.TheIHS.org/hsf Master of Fine Arts- The IHS Film & Fiction Scholarships are awards of up to $10000 Journalism Internships- Learn more at: www.theihs.org/journalism Film and Fiction is Feb. 15 Learn more at www.theIHS.org/production Public Policy Interships- Apply by Jan 31. Learn more at www.TheIHS.org/publicpolicy. Contact Information: Keri Anderson, Student Coordinator E-mail: kanderson@theihs.org Website: http://www.theihs.org/
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships Description: U.S. citizen, minority student, high school senior enrolling in college the following fall, SAT score of 900+ or ACT score of 21+, leadership potential, show financial need. Application: Visit their website Amount: up to $7500 Deadline: 3/31 Contact Information: http://jackierobinson.org
Japanese Government Scholarships Description: These scholarships are available to students wanting to study in Japan. There are several different scholarships available. Eligibility: Any student foreign to Japan Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Renewal: Renewable Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.studyjapan.go.jp/en/toj/toj0301e.html
Jeannette Rankin Scholarship Description: Scholarships are awarded to low-income women age 35 and over. Eligibility: see website Application: see website Amount: varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: www.rankinfoundation.org
John and Abigail Adams Fellowship Description: The fellowship is for college juniors, seniors, and graduates who have an interest in reseaching the freedoms of parental rights and educational freedoms and who have shown promising scholarship in these or related fields. Eligibility: College seniors and graduate students Application: Download from their website Amount: Summer fellowship Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 3/15 Contact Information: Email: adamsfellowship@hslda.org Website: http://adamsfellowship.org
John Gyles Education Awards Description: Applicants must have either full Canadian or American citizenship and a minimum of 2.7 GPA. Eligibility: Canadian or American students Application: visit their website Amount: Up to $3,000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 6/1 Contact Information: http://www.johngyleseducationcenter.com John Gyles Education Awards Attention: The Secretary P.O. Box 4808, 712 Riverside Drive Fredericton, New Brunswick Canada E3B 5G4 (509)459-7460 Email: www.johngyleseducationcenter.com
Journyx Excellence in Project Accounting Philosophy Description: One student will be awarded this scholarship in recognition of his or her passion for improving the lives of knowledge workers through technology, academic excellence, and the ability to make a difference in the project accounting technology industry. Applicant must right an essay of 1,000 words or less on one of two given topics. Eligibility: Be currently enrolled at a U.S. university. Application: Online Amount: $500 Deadline: 6/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.journyx.com/company/scholarship.html E-mail: scholarship@journyx.com
Junior League of Yakima Memorial Scholarship Description: The applicant must be a woman with ties to the Yakima area who is at least 25 years old by the start of the 2009-2010 school year, with a significant break in her education following high school graduation. She must be currently enrolled and pursuing an AA/BA/BS degree. The applicant must be planning to pursue her career in the Yakima Valley following graduation. Eligibility: see above description Application: www.jlweb.org/yakima Deadline: 4/15 Contact Information: Helen Senn (509) 910-2367
Kathleen Donahoe Memorial Scholarship Description: Eligible to Family Support Center and Kids First Children's Advocacy Center past or present volunteers, adult recipients of services, employees and/or students who have demonstrated an interest in issues surrounding victimization and who wish to further their education in the social services field. Eligibility: Be pursing an education in the area of working with those in need (social/human resources). Application: Request directly Amount: $300 Deadline: 4/30 Contact Information: Stephanie Sanders Family Support Center 956 South Main Street, Ste. C Colville, WA 99114 (509)684-3796
Kitsap Quilter's Quilt Guild Fiber Arts Scholarship Description: This scholarship is available for Washington state residents who have been out of high school for at least four years and are enrolled in a Fiber Arts program (other art programs may be considered) at Washington state college, university, or technical institution. Eligibility: Four years removed from high school and enrolled in a Fiber Arts program Application: See Website Amount: $1,400 Deadline: 5/22 Contact Information: Website: http://www.kitsapquilters.com E-mail: toquilt@embaqmail.com Mail: Kitsap Quilters Guild c/o Elleen Veals 20343 NW Cedar Lane Poulsbo, WA 98370
Kiwanis Club of Port Orchard Description: Interest-free loans are available to students who are residents of the South Kitsap School District or who have an immediate family member residing in the above mentioned district. Eligibility: Residents of Port Orchard Application: Write to the scholarship committee Amount: up to $2000 Renewal: Renewable Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Scholarship Committee Kiwanis Club of Port Orchard P.O. Box 565 Manchester, WA 98353
Korean American Scholarship Foundation Description: Must be Korean-American student seeking higher education and demonstrate financial need. Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Deadline: 5/31 Contact Information: http://www.kasf.org
Lake Oswego Crafts & Art League Educational Foundation Description: This scholarship is for female art majors who will be attending school full time by the fall of the new academic year. Supply 3 pieces of work suitably prepared for display. Eligibility: Female art majors Application: Visit their website Amount: $6000 total given away Deadline: 4/4 More Information: Your work will need to be delivered on the day of judging, April 5 between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. Contact Information: Website: http://www.local14.org Email: scholarship@local14.org Work must be delivered to: Lakewood Center 368 S State Street Lake Oswego, OR
Leadership 1000 Scholarship Description: Eligibility: 1. Washington resident (for at least one year) planning to attend or attending a Washington state public or independent college. 2. High school senior who has applied or been accepted into a four year college/university OR and enrolled college freshman or sophomore. 3. planning to or already pursuing a 4 year undergraduate degree. 4. must have conpleted a FAFSA 5. Income limits (see webiste) 6. Must demonstrate high potential 7. Minimum 2.75 (high school if a senior, college if a freshman or sophomore) 8. Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in at least 12 credits for quarter or equivalent for a semester. Eligibility: see above description Application: see website Amount: up to $5000 Renewal: up to 4 years Deadline: 5/1 Contact Information: website: https://apply.collegesuccessfoundation.org/wa
Major General James Ursano Scholarship Fund Description: Dependent children, stepchildren or legally adopted children of Army soldiers on active duty, retired or deceased while on active duty or after retirement. The children of Grey Area Reservists/National Guard are also eligible. Must be unmarried for the entire academic year and under the age of 22 on May 1, 2007. Eligibility: Dependent Undergraduate students Application: Visit their website Amount: range from $900 to $1900 Deadline: 3/1 Contact Information: http://www.aerhq.org Call: Kasey Phillips (703) 428-0035 E-mail: Kasey@AERHQ.ORG Mail: Army Emergency Relief MG James Ursano Scholarship Program 200 Stovall Street, Room 5N13 Alexandria, VA 22332-0600
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Description: For any student who is the child of a former or active duty Marine, Marine Reservist, or U.S. Navy Corpsman. Senior in high school, graduate of high school, undergraduate student, or a student at a post high school accredited vocational/technical school. With a family income of $77,000 or less (unless there are multiple children in college) Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000-$12,500 Deadline: 3/3, 4/15 Contact Information: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Inc. Post Office Box 3008 Princeton, NJ 08543-3008 website: http://www.mcsf.org
McCormick Theological Seminary Merit Scholarships Description: 11 different scholarships available: May and E.E. Patterson Scholarship, Gilbert and Marlene Bowen Scholarship, Tomlinson-Hampton Scholarships, Dr. Calvin H. Schmitt Scholarship, Florence R. and J. Elliot P. Morrison Scholarship, Tishabell A. Hewing Scholarship, G. Ernest Wright Scholarships, Mary Alice Walker Scholarship, Wilmette Scholarship, Thomas B. Mackie Scholarships, The Reverend Doctor Minsoo Pai Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: For all scholarships: 1. Evidence of active Christian faith and practice, and of a personal call to ministry. 2. Outstanding achievement in undergraduate and graduate level academic programs and in previous work experience. 3. Demonstrated potential for leadership. 4. A citizen, permanent resident, or eligible nonresident of the U.S. Application: contact Rev. Jessica Vazquez Torres (see above) Amount: amounts vary (15,000 to 25,000) Deadline: 3/1 More Information: http://www.mccormick.edu/ Contact Information: Rev. Jessica Vazquez Torres, Director of Master Level Recruitment and Admissions: 773-947-6314; 800-228-4687 ext. 6314; admit@mccormick.edu
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Description: An essay contest for anyone who will be enrolled in a degree program for the academic year following the award. Essay must be fewer than 550 words, which describes the applicant's career, vocational, or academic goal toward which the scholarship is to provide aid. Eligibility: Full-time undergradutes Application: http://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships Amount: Various scholarships ranging from $200- $1000 Renewal: Applicants may reapply Deadline: 1/15 Contact Information: MWW Scholarships 4051 Gilman Ave. West, Suite 306 Seattle, WA 98199-1537 http://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
Microsoft Scholarship Description: Must be full-time student seeking a bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering. Must be making satifactory progress with a 3.0 or better GPA. Application: Visit their website Amount: Up to full tuition Renewal: No Deadline: 2/1 Contact Information: http://www.microsoft.com
Minority Nursing Scholarships Description: Various scholarships for minority nursing students. Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.minoritynurse.com/financial/scholarships.html
Misignor Rosage Scholarship (Catholic Diocese of Spokane) Description: One $1,000 scholarship will be given to a woman of Catholic faith. Eligibility: Must be a woman of the Catholic faith. Application: Contact Scholarship Chairperson Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 4/9 Contact Information: Rose DuBois-Scholarship Committee Chairman Phone: (509) 326-2762 5403 N. Howard St. Spokane, WA 99205
Morris K. Udall Foundation Description: Be a matriculated sophomore or junior pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education at time of nomination. Have a college grade-point average of at least a "B". Study the environment and related fields. OR, be Native American or Alaska Native who is a sophomore or junior and are in fields related to health care or tribal public policy. Eligibility: Nominated sophomore or junior Application: N/A Amount: $5,000 Renewal: If nominated second year Deadline: 3/3 Contact Information: Must be nominated by school you are attending. http://www.udall.gov
Mount Baker Nurses Association Scholarship Description: This scholarship is available to Whatcom County residents who are enrolled in an RN nursing program or who are currently registered nurses striving for an additional education in the field of nursing. Application: contact organization (see above) Amount: $750 Renewal: must reapply yearly Deadline: 4/10 Contact Information: MBNA PO Box 5787 Bellingham, WA 98227
NASA-MUST Scholarship Description: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is sponsoring the Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology (MUST) Program, offering support to undergraduate students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines across the United States. Program participants receive a scholarship, NASA internship and access to a wealth of professional development opportunities. Requirements: 1. Must be a U.S. citizen. Students from underrepresented groups (women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals from rural and low-income communities) are encouraged to apply. 2. Must reside in the United States or a U.S. Territory. 3. Be a college freshman, sophomore or junior and hold full-time academic status at an accredited college or university for the 2009-2010 academic year. 4. Must earn and maintain a cumulative grade point average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (un-weighted). 5. Must be enrolled in STEM disciplines whose majors are aligned with NASA's core competencies (physical science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree). Eligibility: see above description Application: see website Amount: up to $10,000 Deadline: 2/1 Contact Information: website: www.nasa.gov/education/must
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Description: Applicants must be juniors or seniors with an interest in Television Arts and Sciences Eligibility: Juniors or Seniors in college Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: NATAS Scholarship Joanne M. Lisosky, Scholarship Chair Pacific Lutheran University Dept of Communication and Theatre 12180 Park Ave S Tacoma WA 98447 Email: diane@asi-seattle.com or website: http://www.natasnw.org
National Association of Black Accountants- Seattle Chapter Description: Applicants must be minorities majoring in Accounting or an Accounting related field. Eligibility: Minorities majoring in Accounting Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000 to $10,000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 12/31 Contact Information: Daisy L. Hall, CPA Email: halldlee@yahoo.com Website: http://www.nabainc.org
National Cowboy Hall of Fame Scholarship for Art Education Description: This scholarship is aimed at those art students who are skilled and devoted to the classical tradition of western cowboy culture. The money is to help foster a high standard in the study of form, color, drawing, painting, design, and technique in the above mentioned style. Eligibility: Undergraduates pursuing cowboy art Application: Visit their website Amount: Approximately $5,000 Renewal: Not renewable Deadline: 2/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.nationalcowboymuseum.org/ Email: Diane Fowler dianef@nationalcowboymuseum.org Fax: (405) 478-4714 Mail: National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Attn: Stacey Scholarship Foundation 1700 Northeast 63rd Street Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73111
National Federation of the Blind Description: These awards are made solely to persons who are legally blind. Applicants must be either full time, or part time students who are working full time. Thirty scholarships will be awarded Eligibility: Legally blind undergraduates Application: http://www.nfb.org Amount: Varies from $3,000- $12,000 Renewal: Varies Deadline: 3/31 Contact Information: Anil Lewis, Chairman National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee (Atlanta, Georgia) Office: (404) 371-1000 E-mail: scholarships@nfb.org
National Institutes of Health Scholarship Program Description: For undergraduate students who are committed to pursuing careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. Be from a disadvantaged background. Have a 3.5 or better GPA. Eligibility: Undergraduate Students Application: Visit Their Website Amount: Up to $20,000 Renewal: Four Years Deadline: 3/31 Contact Information: Telephone: 888-352-3001 Fax: 301-480-3123 e-mail: ugsp@nih.gov website: http://www.ugsp.nih.gov Mail: Undergraduate Scholarship Program National Institutes of Health 2 Center Drive, Room 2E24, MSC 0230 Bethesda, Maryland 20892-0230
National Italian American Foundation Description: Awards are made to Italian American students who demonstrate high academic potential or those from any ethnic background majoring or minoring in Italian language, studies or a related field. Minimum GPA requirement of 3.5. Eligibility: See above description Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies from $2,000-$12,000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 3/6 Contact Information: Website: http://www.niaf.org/scholarships
National Presbyterian College Scholarship Description: Requirements: 1) Must be member of the Presbyterian Church; 2) Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.; 3) Must demonstrate financial need; 4) Be high school senior; 5) Take the SAT/ACT exam no later than December 15 of senior year in high school. Amount: $250 to $1,400 per academic year Deadline: 1/31 More Information: You may download the application at http://www.pcusa.org/financialaid/programs/natpresbycollege.htm Contact Information: National Presbyterian College Scholarship Program Attn: Frances Cook 100 Witherspoon Street Louisville, Ky 40202-1396 888/728-7228 ext. 5776; FAX 502/569-8766
National Research Council Associateship programs Description: The National Research Council administers competitive postdoctoral and senior research awards on behalf of 28 U.S. government research agencies. Eligibility: Applicants should hold or anticipate receiving an earned doctorate in science or engineering. Application: Online Amount: Stiped of $42,000-$72,000 Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: National Research Council Fellowship Programs Office Research Associateship Program 500 Fifth Street NW, Keck 568, Washington DC 20001 Telephone 202-334-2760 Email: rap@nas.edu Website:: www.national-acadamies.org/rap
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Description: The NSF awardees are provided with three years of graduate school support. Fellows receive a $30,000 annual stipend, a $10,500 annual cost of education allowance, a one-time $1000 international travel allowance, and access to TeraGrid supercomputing facilities. Eligibility: Students must be seeking doctoral degrees in NSF-supported disciplines, a US citizen (or permanent resident), and should not have completed more than 12 months of graduate study. Application: www.fastlane.nsf.gov/grfp/ Amount: see description Deadline: 11/2 More Information: www.nsf.gov/grfp Contact Information: website: www.fastlane.nsf.gov
National Society of Public Accountants Description: For sophomores, juniors or seniors. Undergraduates majoring in accounting with a 3.0 or better overall GPA. Eligibility: Accounting Major Application: Visit their website Amount: $500-$2,000 Renewal: Unknown Deadline: 3/10 More Information: Must submit an appraisal form completed by an instructor at your current school. Must submit an official transcrip from your current school and any schools where you have pursued undergraduate studies. Contact Information: http://nsacct.org National Society of Accountants Scholarship Progam Scholarship America One Scholarship Way, P.O. Box 297 Saint Peter, MN 56082 (507) 931-1682
Native American Catching the Dream Scholarship Description: For high achieving student who are at least 1/4 degree Native American and are enrolled members of a U.S. tribe. Must have high GPA, high ACT and/or SAT score and be full-time student at accredited college or university. Application: See Website Amount: $500-$5,000 Deadline: 3/15, 4/15, 9/15 More Information: Contact Information: Website: http://www.catchingthedream.org/ Email: NScholarsh@aol.com Phone: (505)262-2351 ext. 116 Mail To: Catching the Dream Attn: Scholarship Affairs Office 8200 Mountain Road NE., Suite 203, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Native American Education Grant Description: For Alaska Natives and Native Americans pursuing full-time post-secondary education. Must be members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.); be high school graduates or GED recipients; demonstrate financial need Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 to $1,500 per academic year Renewal: Renewal is possible Deadline: 6/15 Contact Information: Frances Cook at 1-800-728-7228 ext. 5776 email: fcook@ctr.pcusa.org website: http://www.pcusa.org
Nimiipuu Health Scholarship Description: Nimiipuu Health grants two scholarships each year. Eligibility: Recipient must be a Native American student enrolled in a health care profession program. (Preference given to enrolled Nez Perce members.) Application: write to above contact Amount: $1000 Deadline: 10/17 Contact Information: Nimiipuu Health Scholarship PO Drawer 367 Lapwai, ID 83540 (208) 843-2271
Northwest Farm Credit Services Description: This scholarship goes to the son or daughter of current Northwest Farm Credit Services customer. In the case of a non-traditional student the award may go to a customer, their spouse, their employees, or an employee's child. Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000 Renewal: Recipients may reapply Deadline: 3/16 Contact Information: Marketing Department PO Box 2515 Spokane, WA 99220 Website: http://www.farm-credit.com
NPSC Graduate Fellowships Description: Two programs are offered: (see website for details on each program) 1. The Traditional NPSC Program (6 year fellowship) 2. The Dissertation Support Program Application: see website Amount: varies Deadline: 11/5 Contact Information: www.npsc.org
NSEP- David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships Description: The scholarship was set up to provide students with the encouragement they need to acqure skills and experience in countries and areas of the world critical to the future security of our nation. Eligibility: Undergraduates Application: Visit their website Amount: up to $20,00 for a full year or $10,000 for a semester Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 2/11 Contact Information: Website: http://www.iie.org/
Nursing Scholarships Description: A variety of nursing scholarships. Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://nursing.wsu.edu/scholarships/
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education Description: Requirements: 1) Must be female; 2) A citizen of the United States or Canada; 3) Sponsored by a P.E.O. chapter; 4) Has had at least 12 consecutive months as a non-student sometime in her adult life; 5) With 24 consecutive months of completing her education goal; 6) Not be enrolled in a Ph.D., law degree or medical doctorate degree program. Application: Applications made through local P.E.O. Chapter Amount: Up to $2,000 Renewal: Non-renewable Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Website: http://www.peointernational.org/ Mail applications or requests to: PEO Program for Continuing Education PEO Executive Office 3700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50312-2899 Phone: (515) 255-3153 Fax: (515) 255-3820
Pacific Northwest Association of Rail Shippers Description: For Business majors with an emphasis on transportation. Must be family member of a PNWARS member or nominated by a PNWARS member. Eligibility: Business majors in the Northwest with an emphasis on transportation Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 3/1 Contact Information: Mail:Pacific Northwest Association of Rail Shippers Attn: Scholarship Committee 2020 SW 8th Ave. PMB 282 West Linn, Oregon 97068 Phone: (503) 656-4282 e-mail: browngn@attbi.com website: http://www.railshippers.com/pdfs/Pnwars3.pdf
Post 4137 Veterans Foundation Scholarship Description: The Post 4137 Veterans Foundation Scholarship is a tuition scholarship in the amount of $5,000 for persons in secondary education or college who are veterans, children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of U.S. veterans. Eligibility: Be a veteran, or child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a veteran Application: Online Amount: $5,000 Deadline: 5/30 More Information: Website: http://www.post4137veteransfoundation.weebly.com Contact Information: Wayne Peterson, Foundation Secretary Phone:206-484-0753 Email:post4137veteransfoundation@hotmail.com Mail: Post 4137 Veterans Foundation 9408 Lake City Way Seattle, Wa 98115
Presbyterian Church Scholarships Description: Multiple scholarships for current members of the Presbyterian Church. Eligibility: See above Description Amount: Varies Renewal: Not listed Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.pcusa.org/ Office of Financial Aid for Studies Attn: Service Program Presbyterian Church (USA) 100 Witherspoon St. Louisville, KY 40202-1396 1-888-728-7228 ext. 5745 or 5735 or 5776
R.H. Thomson Memorial Scholarship Description: The R.H. Thomson Memorial Scholarship Program is established to recognize, encourage, and assist promising students who have expressed interest in pursuing a career in the field of Civil Engineering. Eligibility: Must be interested in or studying engineering and be a resident of the 9 county ASCE Seattle Section. Application: Online: : http://www.seattleasce.org/careers/scholarships.html Amount: $5,000 Deadline: 2/14 Contact Information: J Robert Gordon Geoengineers 600 Dupont Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Telephone: (360) 647-1510 Website: http://www.seattleasce.org/careers/scholarships.html
Richard E. Bangert Endowed Business Award - ICW Description: Applicants must be a junior by the fall they receiving the award and majoring in business or a business-related field at the time of application, and must have a demonstrated financial need. A one-page essay topic: How will my education at this college impact my career choice?, is required. Application: ICW website, or available in Financial Aid Office Amount: up to $1,000 Renewal: Not renewable. Deadline: 3/14 More Information: http://www.icwashington All scholarships through Independent Colleges of Washington are subject to annual donor funding Contact Information:
Robert B. McMillen Foundation Scholarship Description: Seeking degree or certification in Washington or Alaska in the area of Visual Arts. Must demonstrate financial need and 70% of selection criteria is based on talent and potential in the art area. Application: Visit their website Amount: Full tuition plus $2,000 supply account. Renewal: must reapply each year Deadline: 5/1 Contact Information: Website: http://www.mcmillenfoundation.org/art.htm
Robert Mulvihill Scholarship Fund Description: This scholarship is designed to benefit "orphan" children or those bereft of parental support. It is for Washington state residents attending, or enrolled in, a college within the state. Eligibility: (see description above) Application: contact Christina Riffle (see above) Amount: varies Deadline: 9/1 Contact Information: Christina Riffle Wells Fargo Trust Dept. 999 Third Ave. 40th Floor Seattle, WA 98104 206-292-3489
Robert Walker Scholarships in Christian Journalism Description: For journalism students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Submit a ltter explaining your interest and commitment to christian journalism, current resume, certified transcript of academic work, and 5 copies each of 5 different published works. Eligibility: Undergraduate Journalism Students Application: Online Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 6/1 Contact Information: Mail: P.O. Box 952248 Lake Mary, FL 32746 Phone: (407) 333-0600 Website: http://www.christianlifemissions.org/scholarships/
Rotary Scholarships Description: Must have completed at least two years of college-level coursework or equivalent professional experience before commencing scholarship studies. Initial application must be made through a Rotary club. Cannot be Rotarians, honorary Rotarians, or employees of a club, district or other Rotary entity. Must be proficient in the language of the proposed host country. Eligibility: Must be a citizen of a country in which there are Rotary clubs Application: Apply through local Rotary Club Amount: Varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.rotary.org
Sallie Mae American Dream Scholarship Program Description: Open to African-Americans with financial need. Students must be US citizens and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 Eligibility: African-American undergraduate students Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 to $5000 Deadline: 4/15 Contact Information: Website: http://www.uncf.org or http://www.salliemaefund.org
Sallie Mae First in my Family Scholarship Program Description: Open to Hispanic students who are the first in their family to attend college and have financial need. Students must be US citizens and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Eligibility: Hispanic full-time undergraduate students Application: Visit their website Amount: $500 to $5000 Deadline: 4/15 Contact Information: Website: http://www.hispanicfund.org or http://www.salliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/first_family.html
Sallie Mae Fund Unmet Need Scholarship Program Description: This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate a financial need of more than $1000 without loans, has a combined family income less than $30,000 and has a cumulative GPA of 2.5. Eligibility: Undergraduate student with unmet need Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000 to $3800 Deadline: 5/31 Contact Information: website: http://www.thesalliemaefund.org
Sally Heet Memorial Scholarship Description: A scholarship given to students who are either a full-time junior or senior at a Washington State College and planning on a career in public relations. Student must demonstrate aptitude in public relations and courses, activities and/or internships. Eligibility: Full time Juniors and Seniors Application: Visit their website Amount: $2,500 Deadline: 4/13 Contact Information: Beverly Holland PRSA Puget Sound Chapter Phone: (206)623-8632 e-mail: beverly.j.holland@boeing.com website: www.prsapugetsound.org
Samuel Robinson Award Description: Applicants must recite the answers to the Westminster Shorter Catechism and write a 2000 word essay on the topic: "If you were responsible for providing opprotunities on your campus to reach out to students struggling with their faith, what would you do?" Eligibility: Junior or senior at a Presbyterian related college and members of the Presbyterian Church of USA Application: information available online Amount: varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: see webiste: http://www.pcusa.org/financialaid/programs/samuelrobinson.htm
Sarah Soule Patton Scholarship Description: For college juniors majoring in history with an emphasis in United States history. Eligibility: Must be a United States citizen, of good character, have scholastic excellence, a student majoring in history with an emphasis in US History, and demo Application: Contact scholarship chair Amount: $2,000 Deadline: 1/20 Contact Information: Ms. Julie Pittmann Chair, Sarah Soule Patton Scholarship Committee 1462 Waterman Road Rosalia, WA 99170 email: EstherReed.dar@gmail.com
Scottish Rite Scholarship Foundation of Washington Description: Requirements: 1) Must be a US citizen; 2) Must be a Washington State resident; 3) Attending a Bachelor Degree awarding college or university in Washington, full time; 4) Third, fourth or fifth year undergraduate; 5) Maintain a GPA of at least 3.0. Application: Visit their website, and contact director for interview. Amount: $3,000 and up Deadline: 3/31 Contact Information: website: http://www.wascottishrite.org See website for contact information on your local director.
Sea Mar Community Health Centers Description: For current college students that are low-income from Washington farm worker families. Students who have previously received this scholarship are not eligible. Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $1000 Deadline: 4/17 More Information: Lucas McIntyre Sea Mar Community Health Centers 1040 S. Henderson Seattle, WA 98108 (206) 763-5277 Fax: (206) 788-3204 lucasmcintyre@seamarchc.org Contact Information: Scholarship Committee c/o Lucas McIntyre Sea Mar Community Health Centers 1040 S. Henderson Seattle, WA 98108 (206) 763-5277 Fax: (206) 788-3204 lucasmcintyre@seamarchc.org
Seafair's Scholarship Program For Women Description: Every year Seafair's Scholarship Program For Women offers local young women the opportunity to earn up to $6,000 in college scholarship money! The Seafair Scholarship Program for Women encourages leadership, recognizes academic achievement, celebrates diversity, promotes community service, and fosters public speaking skills, creative expression and confidence. Eligibility: Applicants must be female, 18 years of age, a United States citizen or permanent resident, and must show proof of enrollment in a higher education institution Amount: up to $6000 Deadline: 5/29 More Information: http://www.seafair.com/events/scholarship/ Contact Information: Katie Crawford email: katie@seafair.com
Seattle Jaycees Scholarship Description: Any undergraduate or graduate student can apply, and they must demonstrate character and service to others. Eligibility: Undergraduate and Graduate Students Application: See website Amount: $1000 Renewal: Award is renewable Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Seattle Jaycees Scholarship Committee 109 West Mercer Street Seattle, WA 98119 Phone: 206-286-2014 Fax: 206-286-4459 Website: http://www.seattlejaycees.org/
Seattle-Nantes Dollars for Scholars Description: For students enrolled in a French course for Fall 2007 in a Washington university/college. The student's permanent home must be in western Washington. Application: See website or contact department chair Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 5/15 Contact Information: Website: http://seattle-nantesscholars.org/ E-mail: Jean Leblon jean.leblon@seattle-nantes.org Tom Bennett tom.bennett@seattle-nantes.org
SMPS Seattle Description: This scholarship is for incoming freshman, sophomore, or junior status students who are attending or planning to attend a community or four-year college in the fall and who are majoring in marketing, business communications, journalism, English, graphic design, architecture, environmental sciences, engineering, construction, planning, GIS, CAD, or other related disciplines Eligibility: Please See Description Application: Visit their website (under "outreach" section) Amount: $1000 Deadline: 4/25 Contact Information: Website: http://www.smpsseattle.org E-mail: jessica.biel@mulvannyg2.com Mail:Jessica Biel, Marketing Specialist MulvannyG2 Architecture 1110 112th Avenue NE, Suite 500 Bellevue, WA 98004
Soroptimist Scholarships Description: Soroptiist International Anacortes is making available scholarships for those beginning studies in college and vocational-technical courses as well as for those already enrolled in classes. There are also scholarships for graduate studies. Eligibility: varies with scholarship Application: contact Mary Gleason (see above) Amount: $1400 to $2500 Deadline: 12/2 Contact Information: Co-chair, Scholarship Committee Mary Gleason (360) 588-8205
Spokane Area Retired Educators Description: This fund is for student loans for students who are a junior, senior or graduate student at a Spokane area college and are intending to become a teacher, nurse, or training in college for other worthy occupations. Students are to begin loan repayments of at least $100 a month approximately four months after graduation. Eligibility: Junior, Seniors, or Graduate Students Application: Contact chairman Amount: $2000 per year Renewal: Renewable Deadline: 6/1 Contact Information: Neil D. Prescott, Chairman SAREF Student Loan Committee 523 North Best Road Spokane WA 99216 (509)926-3818
Spokane Regional Council of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority Description: Scholarships awarded to qualifying students who are entering at least their third year of college. Eligibility: Be of Junior status and enrolled at Whitworth University, among Washington state institutions. Application: contact chairman (see above) Amount: $500 to $1000 Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Rae Jean Jones 2727 E 53rd Ave. Apt E 102 Spokane, WA 99223
Stanley O. McNaughton Community - ICW Description: Applicants must be sophomores or juniors at the time of application. They should demonstrate a history of dedicated volunteer service through high school and college, balanced by academic achievement. Requires a one-page essay on Your experience & views on volunteerism and community service. Eligibility: Sophomores or Juniors Application: See website Amount: $2,500 Renewal: Non-renewable Deadline: 3/14 More Information: All scholarships through Independent Colleges of Washington are subject to annual donor funding. http://www.icwashington.org Contact Information:
Student Opportunity Scholarship Description: Serves Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) college students in select majors (Education, Health Service/Science, Religious Studies, Sacred Music, Social Service/Science) by providing aid for the expenses of the 3rd and 4th years of an undergraduate program. Preference in this program is extended to racial ethnic students in order to promote diversity. Application: Visit their website Amount: $200-$3,000 Renewal: No Deadline: 6/15 More Information: Applicants must: be members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.); be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S.; demonstrate financial need Contact Information: Website: http://www.pcusa.org/ Phone: Francis Cook (888) 728-7228 x5776
Student Video Scholarships Description: The Christophers challenge students in undergraduate and graduate programs at accredited colleges and universities to interpret the Christopher belief that One Person Can Make a Difference in short films of five minutes or less. Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000 to $3000 Deadline: 6/8 Contact Information: Website: http://www.christophers.org/NETCOMMUNITY/Page.aspx?pid=273&srcid=271 Phone: (212) 759 - 4050 Fax: (212) 838 - 5073 E-mail: mail@christophers.org
Support of Parents Overcoming Challenges (SPOC) Description: SPOC is offering scholarships to be used for tuition only of low income single parents who are trying to improve their family economic situation by obtaining a college degree intended to prepare them for employment. Requirements: 1) Must be single parent with custody of at least one child age 18 or younger; 2) Must have income that is 175 percent of poverty or lower; 3) Must be a Spokane area resident; 4) Must have filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); 5) Must be seeking a college degree; 6) Cumulative GPA must be 2.0 or above; 7) Must be sophomore level or above. Graduate students are welcome to apply. Eligibility: Single parent Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Renewal: not renewable Deadline: 6/30 Contact Information: Keith O'Brien Support for Parents Overcoming Challenges N. 4001 Cook Street Spokane, WA 99207 (509) 444-0374 FAX (509)489-3649 email: spocofspokane@hotmail.com
Take Aim Scholarships Description: This fund provides approximately 140 scholarships to students. 70 of these scholarships will go to currently enrolled Washington community and technical college students to help them return to school in order to complete their transferable associate degrees. The other 70 scholarships will go to students enrolled at a Washington community or technical college and are planning to transfer their associates degree to eligible four-year Washington schools in order to complete their bachelors degree. Application: Call for more information Amount: $500-$2000 Deadline: 5/16 Contact Information: Marla Skelley 877-635-2669 Online Application: www.nela.net/
Talbot's Women's Scholarship Fund Description: Applicants to the 2010 Talbots Scholarship Foundation must: • Be women currently residing in the United States or Canada; • Be women who have earned a high school diploma or their GED on or before September 2000; • Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full- or part-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 2- or 4- year college, university, or vocational-technical school; • Be attending the full 2010-11 academic year and receiving a degree no earlier than May 2011; and • Have at least two semesters (24 credit hours or more) remaining to complete an undergraduate degree as of the beginning of the 2010 fall academic term. Eligibility: see above under description Application: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen Amount: 10 -$15,000 scholarships + 1 $30,000 scholarship Renewal: Not renewable Deadline: 1/31 Contact Information: Website: https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen
The Rachel Royston Permanent Scholarship Foundation Description: The Rachel Royston Pemanent Scholarship Foundation was designed to provide scholarships for women who plan to study beyond a Bachelor's degree. The applicant must be: 1. Washington state resident 2. Woman educator (or training to be an educator) pursuing graduate level work 3. Meet reasonable health, scholarship, professional service, and other evidence of potential for future service in education. Eligibility: (see Description above) Application: An application packet is available on-line at: smdolmann@earthlink.net Amount: none specified Deadline: 11/30 Contact Information: Susan Dolman, Secretarial Assistant 9686 Crest Drive Blaine, WA 98230 smdolman@earthlink.net
Tsutakawa Scholarship Description: The International Trade Allianace of Spokane, Washington offers the Tsutakawa scholarship annually to local college and university students pursuing studies aimed at careers in international business and trade. The scholarship is a one-time grant in the amount of $1000 to be used to pay for tuition, fees or books. Applicants must be full-time students showing clear evidence of academic focus in global relations or commerce and achieving academic excellence. Eligibility: Full-time students (see description above). Application: www.inwcf.org Amount: $1000 Deadline: 3/20 More Information: Jenifer Priest 509-459-4124 jpriest@intrade.org Contact Information: Jenifer Priest International Trade Alliance 801 W. Riverside, Ste. 220 Spokane, WA 99201
TwinStar Credit Union Description: The applicant must be a graduating high school senior and a prime member of Twin Star Credit Union, in good standing. The applicant must include proof of enrollment in an institution of higher learning. Eligibility: Must be a senior in high school and a member of the Twin Star Credit Union. Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 7/31 Contact Information: Website: http://www.tccu.com
Tylenol Scholarship Description: Judged on leadership qualities and academic performance. Application: Visit their website Amount: $1,000 to $5,000 Deadline: 5/15 Contact Information: http://www.tylenol.com
U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program Description: An internet scholarship program for highschool seniors who are planning on attending a college or university the next academic year. Access to the application can be reached through the link that is posted. Eligibility: Incoming Freshman Highschool Seniors Application: Visit their website Amount: $1000 Renewal: unknown Deadline: 2/28 Contact Information: http://www.usbank.com/
United Methodist Communications ~ Perryman Scholarship Description: The Leonard M. Perryman Communications scholarship is for undergraduate study in religion journalism/mass communications. Candidates must be United Methodist to apply. Eligibility: United Methodist Undergraduate Student Application: Visit their website Amount: $2,500 Renewal: n/a Deadline: 3/15 Contact Information: Communications Resourcing Team of United Methodist Communications phone: 1-888-278-4862 e-mail: scholarships@umcom.org website: http://crt.umc.org/interior.asp?ptid=44&mid=10270
United Negro College Fund Scholarships Description: Must have minimum 2.5 GPA, must have unmet need, must have filed a FAFSA plus other requirements based on each individual scholarship Application: Visit their website Amount: Varies Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: http://www.uncf.org/scholarships/index.asp
United Parcel Service (UPS) Foundation Scholarship - ICW Description: Demonstated academic merit, activities, honors and volunteer involvement. Application: Must be selected by the school. Amount: $2,500 - $3,500 Renewal: Non-renewable Deadline: 4/15 More Information: http://www.icwashington.org All scholarships adminstrated by Independent Colleges of Washington (ICW) are subject to available funding annually. Contact Information:
University Writing Scholarship Description: Students must submit an essay no longer than 500 words on one of the topics listed on the scholarship's website. Eligibility: Incoming freshman as well as current undergraduates Application: see the website Amount: up to $10,000 Deadline: 7/1 Contact Information: website: http://www.elpublishers.com
US Department of Homeland Security Scholarship Description: U.S. Citizenship required. Civilian and non-active duty military personnel only. You must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Scholarships are for students that will be beginning their junior year in Fall 2005. You must be majoring in the physical, biological, social and behavioral sciences including science policy, engineering, mathematics, or computer science. You must have career goals aligned with the mission and objectives of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. You must be enrolled as a full-time student while on tenure. Application: Visit their website Amount: Full tuition plus monthly stipend Deadline: 1/7, 1/14 Contact Information: http://www.orau.gov/dhsed
USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship Description: USA Funds will award up to $3 million total to students demonstrating financial need. Up to 50 percent of the scholarships will be targeted to students who are members of an ethnic-minority group or are physically disabled. Eligibility: Enrolled full-or half-time undergraduate, or full-time graduate or professional-degree seeking. Have an AGI of $35,000 or less. Are US citizens or e Application: Apply online Amount: $1500 Renewal: Until student graduates, or $6000, whichever comes first Deadline: 2/15 Contact Information: Website: http://www.usafunds.org Phone: (800) 537-4180
VA Mortgage Center Military Education Scholarship Program Description: VA Mortgage Center.com is proud to now offer five biannual $1,500 scholarships in conjunction with our Military Education Scholarship Program. The process and purpose is simple: many college students currently struggle to meet the financial requirements of pursuing their education, even with the help of financial aid and other scholarship programs. Our scholarships are awarded each year in May and November. Eligible Applicants Include: Current and prospective ROTC program students Active duty Military personnel with plans to attend college Honorably Discharged Veterans of the U.S. Military Sons and daughters of Veterans or active duty Military Eligibility: see description above Application: www.vamortgagecenter.com Amount: 1500 Deadline: None Listed More Information: http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/scholarships.html Contact Information: bryan@vamortgagecenter.com kyle@vamortgagecenter.com 800-405-6682
WA ST Emergency Management J. Aggergaard Mem. Scholarship Description: This scholarship is awarded to Washington state college students in their junior or senior year pursuing a diploma, baccalaureate, or graduate degree in emergency management or a closely related field. Application: See website Amount: $2500 Deadline: 6/1 Contact Information: WSEMA, Scholarship c/o JoAnn Boggs, Director Pend Oreille County Emergency Management PO Box 5035 Newport, WA 99156 http://www.wsema.org
Walla Walla Columbia School Retirees Association Description: The Walla Walla Columbia School Retirees Association will grant two $1000 scholarships for the academic year. The applicant must be a Junior at time of application. The applicant must have graduated from an accredited high school from Walla Walla or Columbia Counties and they must be student teaching during the upcoming academic year. Eligibility: Any full time Junior who is student teaching Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $1000 Deadline: 4/1 Contact Information: Linda Jacky or Mardel Bierwagon WW-Columbia Retirees Ass'n Scholarship Committee 362 South Park Walla Walla, WA 99362 email: ljacky@bmi.net
Washington Center Internships Description: Students get the opportunity to intern in Washington DC. There is no major requirement, and a member of your faculty must support your participation. Eligibility: Undergraduates Application: Visit their website Amount: Summer or Semester internship Renewal: Non renewable Deadline: None Listed Contact Information: Email: info@twc.edu Website: http://www.twc.edu
Washington CPA Foundation for Education Description: Requirements: 1) junior at a Washington state two or four year institution 2) majoring in accounting Application: Visit their website Amount: $2000 Deadline: 2/15 More Information: www.wscpa.org. Contact Information:
Washington Federation of Garden Clubs, Blue Mountain Area Description: Applicants must be a junior or senior, resident of Washington state, and majoring in either horticulture or allied subjects (plant biology, plant pathology, botany, forest resources, landscape architecture, or conservation) Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $850 Renewal: Recipients may reapply Deadline: 5/18 Contact Information: Wanda Louder, Scholarship Chairman 7198 Columbia River Road Pasco, WA 99301-9024 (509)547-2878 E-Mail: loudwlg@urx.com
Washington Mutual Minority Teachers Award - ICW Description: Applicants must be students of color who plan to become teachers and demonstrate a dedication to the education profession. Open to undergraduates as well as graduates. Must demonstrate financial need. Application: ICW website listed below or pick up one at the Financial Aid office Amount: up to $3,000 Renewal: Award is one-time only although it may be applied for more than once Deadline: 3/14 More Information: All scholarships through Independent Colleges of Washington are subject to annual donor funding. http://www.icwashington Contact Information:
Washington State Crime Prevention Association Description: Requirements: 1)Be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a 4-year public or private college or university; 2) Financial need is not a criteria. Amount: $500 Deadline: 3/31 More Information: www.wscpaonline.org Contact Information: Visit their website or a letter requesting an application can be sent to: Washington State Crime Prevention Association 1631 West Rose #F-615 Walla Walla WA 99632
Washington State Employees Credit Union Description: Must be a member or member's dependent of WA State Employees Credit Union seeking first degree of that type. Eligibility: Members of WSECU Application: Visit their website Amount: $2000 for 20 enrolled at 4-year institutions, and $1000 for 7 enrolled at 2-year institutions Deadline: 3/3 Contact Information: http://www.wsecu.org
Washington State Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth Description: Student must be a current or former ward of the court, high school senior, GPA of 2.0 or above, resided in Washington state for at least three years, entering college in the fall. Student should demonstrate academic preparedness, ability to overcome hardships, financial need level. Application: Contact donor Amount: $1000 to $5000 Deadline: 3/4 Contact Information: Washington Education Foundation Governor's Scholarship Program 1605 NW Sammamich Road, Suite 100 Issaquah, WA 98027-5378 1-877-655-4097 Email: mmonroe@waedfoundation.org
WFAA Ethnic Awareness Committee Scholarship Description: The WFAA scholarship is designed to make higher education more accessible to promising students of color. Eligibility is based on strong leadership ability, academic promise (must have a minimum GPA of 3.0), and high financial need. Eligibility: Students of color attending an accredited college or university Application: Visit their website Amount: up to $1,500 Renewal: Non-renewable Deadline: 6/26 Contact Information: WFAA Ethnic Awareness Scolarship COmmittee c/o Kim Wasierski Highline Community College 2400 S 240th St, MS 6-5 Des Moines, WA 98198-9800 http://www.wfaa.org
Whitman County Retired School Employees Description: 1. Must be a graduate of a Whitman County High School 2. Must have successfully completed Freshman college year. 3. Must be in the field of Education and plan to be a teacher. 4. Must demonstrate some degree of financial need Application: Contact Scholarship Chairman Amount: $1,000 Deadline: 4/15 Contact Information: Annette Pettenger 1301 Old Wawawai Road Pullman, WA 99163
William B. Ruggles Right to Work Scholarship Description: Applicants must be Journalism majors, demonstrate potential for the successful completion of the educational requirements in an accredited journalism program, and demonstrate an understanding of the principles of voluntary unionism and the economic and social problems of compulsory unionism. Eligibility: Undergraduate and Graduate Journalism majors Application: Visit their website Amount: $2,000 Renewal: Not listed Deadline: 12/31 Contact Information: William B. Ruggles Scholarship Selection Committee National Institute for Labor Relations Research 5211 Port Royal Rd. Suite 510 Springfield, VA 22151 Telephone: (703) 321-9606 http://www.nilrr.org/scholarships
WNPA Foundation Internship Scholarships Description: The student intern scholarships program is designed for journalism students to do internships while still in school. Eligibility: Soph/Junior/Senior journalism students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 Application: contact WNPA Foundation Amount: $1000 Deadline: 2/7 Contact Information: WNPA Foundation 3838 Stone Way North Seattle, WA 98103 Tel: (206) 634-3838 * FAX: (206) 634-3842 * mwaldron@wnpa.com
Women in Communications--Seattle Description: Must be a Washington state resident registered at a Washington state four-year college. Must be a junior, senior or graduate student. Must be majoring in one of the following: print and broadcast journalism, television and radio production, film, advertising, marketing, graphic design, multimedia design, photography, or technical communication. Eligibility: WA state junior, senior or graduate student Application: Visit their website Amount: $1500 Deadline: 3/17 Contact Information: AWC Scholarship Chair Association for Women In Communications 1412 SW 102nd Street--#224 Seattle, WA 98146 http://www.seattleawc.org/scholarships.html
Women in Transition Scholarship Description: Gamma Epsilon Sigma Alpha International Sorority is offering a $750 scholarship for a woman returning to college who will be planning to return to the work field upon graduation. She shall be at least entering college as a sophomore in the fall semester or quarter. Eligibility: see above description Application: contact chairman (see above) Amount: $750 Deadline: 4/16 Contact Information: Fern Roark Scholarship Chairman 4802 W Howesdale Dr Spokane, WA 99208 (509) 467-4802 rcrfe@yahoo.com
World Nomads Scholarship Description: The scholarship recipient will receive mentorship from ABC Radio producer and author- Tim Latham, including the opportunity to volunteer on a GVI project in Guatemala. The lucky scholarship recipient will work alongside the local Maya community and gain unique access (including translation assistance) to interview community leaders to create their very on podcast documentary. The resulting podcast will become a feature on Indie Travel Podcast website and also submitted to international radio programs and podast website where their work will be listened to by thousands of travellers. Eligibility: Must be at least 18 years old Application: Online Amount: Various travel and program costs are covered. Deadline: 4/5 Contact Information: Website: www.worldnomads.com
World Nomads Travel Scholarships Description: All interested students should visit the WorldNomads.com scholarship page for more information: journals.worldnomads.com Deadline: 10/4 More Information: http://journals.worldnomads.com/scholarships/post/29785 Contact Information: Amanda Byrne email: amanda@worldnomads.com
WSTLA American Justice Essay Scholarship Contest Description: Washington State Trial Lawyers Association offers three scholarships. One in each category of: Law School Division, College Division, and High School Division. An essay must be written based on the following topic question: "Should a ceiling be placed on the amount of damages an injured person can obtain in a civil action?" Eligibility: law students; college students or high school students heading to college Application: Essay--Contact the donor Amount: $2000 to $3000 Deadline: 3/21 Contact Information: Send essays to: WSTLA American Justice Essay Scholarship, WSTLA, 1809 7th Avenue #1500, Seattle WA 98101-1324 website: http://www.wstla.org

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