Scholarships for Undocumented Students

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1 Scholarships for Undocumented Students Scholarships for Undocumented Students College-bound students who are not citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States are not eligible for State or federal financial assistance because of their immigration status. In addition, they are generally classified as international students and therefore are required to pay higher tuition and fees. Resources for Undocumented Students Description of Scholarships Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math and Science Hispanic-descent U.S. citizenship is not required. Be accepted into or attending an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the United States or Puerto Rico. Be enrolled full-time (12 hrs undergraduate, 9 hrs graduate) during the academic year. High school graduating seniors must be graduating from an accredited U.S. high school with a diploma. Minimum GPA: 3.00 on a 4.0 for high school seniors and undergraduates; 3.25 on a 4.0 scale for graduate students. Major in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or a related field. Be pursuing your first bachelors, masters or doctoral degree. (Students pursuing a second bachelors, etc. are not eligible). Award: $1,000-$3,000 Deadline: April 1st, 2012 Website: Alvin Cox Memorial Scholarship All people may apply for our scholarships regardless of age, race, gender, income, or ethnicity. We ask only that you be enrolled in an accredited academic program. Must write a two page essay about why you are pursuing a college education. Must on twitter to receive updates and future scholarship announcements. Award: $ Deadline: November 1 st, 2011 Website:

2 Amigos Del Salvador Open to high school, community college and tech schools Award: (2) $500.00, (1) $ and (1) $1,000 Deadline: TBA (Check website April, 2012) Website: Barbara Wiedner and Dorothy Vandercook Peace Scholarship Applicants must be a high school senior or college freshman, write a brief autobiography of their activities relating to clear disarmament, conflict resolution, or community service, describe his or her plan for contributing to a healthy planet, they must provide information on his or her school and community activities, include two letters of recommendation. There are no grade point or age requirements, and students from any country may apply. Award: TBA Deadline: TBA Website: Centro LatinoAmericano Scholarship Must be of Chicano/Latino descent Must be a resident of Lane County No-citizenship requirement Visit organization for more eligibility requirements Deadline: TBA Website: Chicano Organizing & Research in Education (Que Llueva Café Scholarship) Must be of Chicano/Latino descent Must be an undocumented student. We define an undocumented student as someone who was born outside of the U.S. but lives here without the legal permission of the federal government. Must be or will be a high school/ged graduate who will enroll for the first time in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the academic year. Due to limited funds, current college students who have already graduated high school or received their GED will not be considered. Must demonstrate financial need. Must demonstrate academic potential and promise. Award: $ Deadline: February 24 th, 2012 Website:

3 Cruzando Fronteras/Ayudando a la Comunidad Be a high school senior Be an undocumented student Have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.00 scale Planning to pursue higher education with the goal of returning to the community Write a creative personal statement Provide enrollment notification when accepted to college Provide proof of community service Complete community service form Two letters of Recommendation -1. High School Staff (teacher/counselor/advisor) -2. Community Service Advisor Award: $ Deadline: March 17 th, 2012 Website: Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Active participation in struggles for civil rights, economic justice, international solidarity or other progressive issues Must demonstrate financial need Both graduate and undergraduate students and must be enrolled in an accredited school and receiving college credit for the time period covered by their grant. Citizenship is not a consideration; applicant must be living in the United States and planning to enroll in school in the US in order to apply. There is a strong preference for grantees who plan on staying in the U.S. and building the movement here. Submit official financial statement from (i.e., FAFSA OR SAR) Award: up to $10,000 Deadline: April 1 st, 2012 Website: Discover Scholarship Program The scholarship program awards up to $250,000 in scholarships annually to high school juniors nationwide to support continued education and training beyond high school. Since 1991, Discover has awarded more than $16 million in scholarships to nearly 6,500 students. Deadline: January 31 st, 2011 Website:

4 Dream Scholarship Fund The student immigrated to the USA as a child, and is, or will be, a graduate of a High School prior to the start of college classes. The student must have resided in the state in which he or she is applying for post-secondary education. The student must have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.0 or higher. The student must apply and be accepted for admission prior to August 1 to be eligible. If the recipient fails to carry a minimum of 6 credits per quarter and maintain satisfactory academic progress the award is forfeited from that point forward. Awards will be disbursed twice annually and are paid directly to the college. The applicant must complete the scholarship application. Deadline: May 1 st, 2012 Website: Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time, in a four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories Demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry Recipients must also be available to attend the 30 th National USHLI Conference in Chicago, IL (February 16 th -19 th, 2012) Award: $ (community college student) and $1,000 (four-year college student). Deadline: December 31 st, 2011 Website: Ellie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest 2012 Registered undergraduate full-time juniors or seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States the fall 2011 Semester. Award: $ $5,000 Deadline: December 5 th, 2011 Website: Fredrikson & Byron Foundation- Minority Scholarship Program Currently enrolled, first-year law students of diverse backgrounds. Applicants must be minority first-year law students. Award: $10,000 Deadline: March 31st, 2012 Website:

5 Human Education Network: A Voice for Animals High School Essay Contest High school students (or home schooled) and under 19 Open to all students regardless of nationality or country of residence Check website for more eligibility information Award: $ $1,000 or ($6,500) Deadline: July 31 st, 2012 Website: ISA Scholarship Eligibility Currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in an instrumentation, systems, or automation discipline (2 year program or 4 year baccalaureate program or its equivalent) at an educational institution in their country of residence. Two year program applicants must have completed at least one academic semester or 12 semester hours or its equivalent Four year degree program applicants must be in their sophomore year or higher of their study or its equivalent at the time of application Applicants must be full-time students in an educational institution and have at least an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Preference for Foundation scholarship awards is given to students who are enrolled in a degree program in instrumentation, systems, and automation or other closely related fields. Applicants are eligible to apply and win in multiple years if the applicant meets ISA s requirements for reporting back to ISA on the use of previously granted awards and if the application demonstrates additional potential contribution to the field beyond that for which any previous awards were based. Application must be postmarked no later than 15 February However, the application must be received at ISA by 25 February 2011 to be eligible. Submit one original of all application documentation and ten (10) copies, with each copy stapled. Award: Up to $5,000 Deadline: February 15th, 2012 Website: Lane Foundation Scholarships To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in Lane Community College at least part-time. Students are able to apply for all available scholarships at once; nearly 200 separate funds. Individual award amounts vary from $100 up to $3000; however students may receive multiple awards. Website: Deadline: March 15 th, 2012

6 Latino Medical Student Association- Cinthya Felix Scholarship Must be committed to pursuing a career in medicine and dedicated to serving the Latino and underserved communities. Applicants should demonstrate a desire to advance the state of health care and education in Latino and underserved communities through leadership in extracurricular activities and/or membership in civic organizations. Must be sophomore level or higher at 4-year University or post-baccalaureate student during the academic year. Students are eligible to receive the scholarship regardless of immigration or citizenship status, as long as the university they attend will allow them to enroll and register for classes. Strong consideration will be placed upon financial need. Must be a resident or attending school within the LMSA-West region states (Arizona, California, Oregon, Utah, Washington) Must be a dues-paying pre-med member of LMSA-West. Winners must be available to be interviewed for the LMSA-West Newsletter. LMSA-West reserves the right to withdraw or withhold scholarship pending submission of necessary documents. Deadline: November 4 th, 2011 Contact: vp_scholarship@lmsa.net Website: La Unidad Latina Foundation Scholarship Undergraduate applicants must have a cumulative GPA of out of a 4.0 GPA scale. Cumulative GPAs above 3.60 or below 2.80 do not qualify for a scholarship, Be currently enrolled in an eligible bachelor s or master s degree program at an accredited fouryear college or university. Eligible degrees include: all Bachelor degrees, Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Public Administration/Policy, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, and Master of Divinity. Have completed at least one full-time year of study for undergraduate applicants, and at least one full-time semester of study for graduate applicants. Reside in the United States. Award: $ $1,000 Deadline: February 15th, 2012 Website:

7 Los Hermanos de Stanford Outstanding Latino Students graduating from high school with plans to attend any 2-year or 4- year institution of higher learning Applicants will be judged on their contributions to the aforementioned guiding principles of our organization academic excellence, community service and cultural awareness. Financial need will be taken into account along with many other important factors. Award: (2) $1,000 Deadline: April 20 th, 2012 Website: MALDEF s 2011 Dream Act Student Activist Scholarship Applicants are evaluated for their academic achievements, for their background and financial need, and, most importantly, for their demonstrated commitment to advancing the DREAM Act and the civil rights of DREAM Act students. Current Resume Award: $5,000 Deadline: September 15, 2011 Contact: acampos@maldef.org Website: 15/ Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) - Law School Scholarship MALDEF Law School Scholarship Application Form, including the Financial Statement Form completed by the Applicant s law school. Current Resume Personal Statement of 750 words or less, double-spaced, detailing Applicant s academic and extracurricular achievements, background and financial need, record of service to the Latino community, and goals in law. One (1) Letter of Recommendation that highlights Applicant s academic and extracurricular achievements, background and financial need, record of service to the Latino community, and goals in law. Transcripts for college (for all Applicants) and law school (for Applicants who have already completed a year of law school. Unofficial transcripts accepted. Award: (5-10) $5,000 scholarships Deadline: January 2, 2012 Website: or

8 Migrant Farm Worker Scholarship- Berrien Fragos Thorn Arts Scholarships for Migrant Farmworkers Eligible applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing further development of their talents in one of the following disciplines: -Visual painting, sculpture, photography, etc. -Performing dance, theatre, music, etc. -Media film, video, animation, computer graphics, etc. -Literary poetry, short stories, etc. -Crafts traditional folk arts, furniture, weaving, pottery, etc. Minimum 16 years of age Applicant needs to be enrolled in school Because there is no essay required, the Letter of Recommendation is very important and should address the quality of both the applicant and the intended project. A history of movement to obtain work in agriculture is REQUIRED. Awards: $500 or $2,500 Deadline: Annually by June 1 st or November 1st $500: (No deadline for application-requests will be reviewed case-by-case, complete sections A and C of this application) $2,500: (Application deadline June 1 and November 1, A budget or documentation of expenses must be submitted with the application, a portfolio or samples of work are required, complete all Sections of this application). Website: Migrant Farm Worker Scholarship- Frank Kazmierczak Memorial Migrant Scholarship Applicant must be a migrant farmworker student who wishes to pursue a career in teaching. Recent history of migration for agricultural employment Teaching as a career goal Scholastic achievement Financial need Accompanied by at least (2) letters of recommendation and an official school transcript Include a personal essay of words Must also submit his/her current or most recent Migrant Education Certificate of Eligibility (COE) Award: $1,000 Deadline: Submitted annually by February 1 st Website:

9 Migrant Farm Worker Scholarship- Gloria and Joseph Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children Recent history of movement for agricultural employment-priority will be given to currently interstate migrant youth. Scholastic potential Financial need Enrolled in or accepted at an accredited public or private college, technical or vocational school, or a dropout or a potential dropout from high school who shows promise of ability to continue schooling. A letter of recommendation from a school, community or educational agency representative with a personal knowledge of the applicant s character, educational commitment and financial need. Applicant s personal essay telling about his/her background, career and personal goals and indicating why he/she should receive this assistance Proof that the student has been admitted to the school chosen A copy of the applicant s current or most recent Migrant Education Program Certificate of Eligibility (COE). Awards: (100) ranging from $150 to $500 Deadline: There is no deadline for applications which are reviewed on a case by case basis. Students may reapply annually but are limited to one award per 12 month period. Website: Migrant Farm Worker Scholarship- Migrant Farmworker Baccalaureate Scholarship The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to a deserving student with a history of migrating for employment in agriculture who has successfully completed one year of college. This support will cover expenses beyond what the youth is entitled to in federal/state and other scholarship assistance. This scholarship is designed to assist the youth in obtaining a baccalaureate degree without being encumbered with substantial debt. This scholarship is made available through a generous endowment from a concerned individual for the education of children of migrant farmworkers. The donor wishes to remain anonymous. Award: TBA Deadline: Annually by July 1st Contact: 3 Mt. Morris-Leicester Road, Leicester, NY 14481, (585) Website:

10 National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) - Rubén Salazar Scholarship Fund These scholarships are designed to encourage and assist Latino students to pursue careers in journalism. NAHJ offers scholarships to college undergraduates and graduate students pursuing careers as print, photo, broadcast or online journalism. Applicants must plan to attend a college or a university as a full-time for the entire academic year in order to be eligible for the NAHJ scholarship. Award: Website: Deadline: March 28th, 2011 National Peace Essay Contest Submit application and 1,500 word essay Must be in grades nine through twelve in any of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories, or if they are U.S. citizens attending high school overseas. Students may be attending a public, private, or parochial school. Entries from homeschooled students are also accepted. Students must have a contest coordinator who can review the essays and act as the key contact between participants and the institute ($1,000-$10,000) Deadline: February 1st, 2012 Website: National Sculpture Society Scholarship Submit scholarship application form Submit a biography or resume that explains the student s background in sculpture. This can be in the form of a Word (.doc) or PDF (.pdf) document or a separate piece of paper. Submit two letters of recommendation. (These can be mailed separately) A CD with six of fifteen images of work by the applicant. (Look at application for more details) A list stating the title, medium and dimensions of the sculpture shown in the images on the CD. This can be in the form of a Word (.doc) or PDF (.pdf) document. Proof of financial need. This can be in the form of photocopies of other scholarship/grant applications, photocopies of tax forms from previous years, and/or signed letter from the financial aid office of the applicant s school. Award: $2,000 (only 4 available) Deadline: June 1 st, 2012 Website:

11 Que Llueva Café Scholarship Must be of Chicano/Latino descent Must be an undocumented student. We define an undocumented student as someone who was born outside of the U.S. but lives here without the legal permission of the federal government. Must be or will be a high school/ged graduate who will enroll for the first time in an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the academic year. Due to limited funds, students enrolled in college after they have graduated will not be considered. Must demonstrate financial need Must demonstrate academic potential and promise Award: $ Deadline: February 25th, 2011 Website: Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund- General Field Scholarship SALEF scholarship is open to students regardless of their field of study. Students could either be enrolled in a 2 year institution, 4 year institution, or graduate school. Applicants must be of Central American or other Latino ethnicity Applicants must demonstrate proven financial need Applicants must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA Applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement Applicants must be either: a) Graduating High School seniors b) Current undergraduate, graduate and professional students c) Community college students (must be AB540) d) Vocational/Trade school (must be pursuing a health related field) We prioritize in low income students that reside and study in either one of the following areas: a) Greater Los Angeles Area (Specifically South Central Los Angeles, Pico Union-Central LA, East Los Angeles) b) San Fernando Valley c) San Francisco/Bay Area Award: TBA Deadline: May 2 nd, 2012 Website: programs

12 Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund- Health Career Scholarship Scholarships are offered to students pursuing health related fields. This includes graduating high school seniors, community colleges, vocational/ trade schools, undergraduate, students pursuing a Master in Public Health (MPH) and students in Medical and/or Dentistry schools. Applicants must be of Central American or other Latino ethnicity Applicants must demonstrate proven financial need Applicants must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA Applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement Applicants must be either: a) Graduating High School seniors b) Current undergraduate, graduate and professional students c) Community college students (must be AB540) d) Vocational/Trade school (must be pursuing a health related field) We prioritize in low income students that reside and study in either one of the following areas: a) Greater Los Angeles Area (Specifically South Central Los Angeles, Pico Union-Central LA, East Los Angeles) b) San Fernando Valley c) San Francisco/Bay Area Award: TBA Deadline: May 2 nd, 2012 Website: programs Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund- High School Student Scholarship Graduating High school seniors are eligible to apply for SALEF Scholarship regardless of their field of study and the educational institution they decide to attend after high school. Scholarship money is generously provided by the College Access Foundation of California (CAFC) Applicants must be of Central American or other Latino ethnicity Applicants must demonstrate proven financial need Applicants must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA Applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement Applicants must be either: a) Graduating High School seniors b) Current undergraduate, graduate and professional students c) Community college students (must be AB540) d) Vocational/Trade school (must be pursuing a health related field) We prioritize in low income students that reside and study in either one of the following areas: a) Greater Los Angeles Area (Specifically South Central Los Angeles, Pico Union-Central LA, East Los Angeles) b) San Fernando Valley c) San Francisco/Bay Area Award: TBA Deadline: May 2 nd, 2012 Website: programs

13 Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Fund Be of Chicana/Latina background Be a High School Senior with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Will attend a junior college, vocational school or a four-year institution in the fall semester of 2010 U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is not a requirement for this scholarship and will not be reviewed in considering. Award: (1) $ and (1) $ Deadline: April 1 st, 2010 Website: The Carl Buchan Scholarship The Carl Buchan Scholarship is ONLY available to U.S. full- and part-time regular Lowe s employees, their spouses/domestic partners and their dependents. Eligible candidates must: Be high school seniors or current college undergraduates who have completed at least one full semester at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or technical school in the United States Be a full or part-time Lowe's employee (or a qualified relative of an employee) who has at least 90 days of service with Lowe's as of January 1 of the year in which the scholarships are awarded. The employee must still be employed at the time awards are announced. (Former award recipients are able to reapply for another award regardless of employment status.) Maintain a minimum 3.25 Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 scale) Demonstrate a history of commitment to their community through leadership activities, community service and/or work experience Award: (50) $5,000 scholarships Deadline: February 28, 2012 Website: The Chamber Latino Network Leadership Scholarship (Future First Citizen Scholarship) The Chamber Latino Network Leadership Scholarship provides opportunities for Latino/ Hispanic students living in the Southern Oregon region to complete their post high school career/degree goals. This scholarship s primary aim is to build leadership in our region s communities. Award: TBA Deadline: TBA Website: _network.aspx

14 The Lowes Scholarship The Lowe s Scholarship is available to all eligible students within the United States, including Lowe s employees and their children. Eligible candidates must: Be current high school seniors Maintain a minimum 3.25 Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 scale) Demonstrate a history of commitment to their community through leadership activities, community service and/or work experience Award: (140) $2,500 scholarships Deadline: February 28, 2012 Website: The National AIDS Memorial Grove (in San Francisco Golden Gate Park) Applicants must submit an essay ( words) or creative expression addressing the impact of HIV/AIDS and/or the National AIDS Memorial Grove. Must be available for presentations. The scholarship is for current sophomore, junior and senior high school students. Award: Minimum of (3) $1,000 scholarships Deadline: November 6, 2011 Contact: Website: Tzu Chi Scholars 2012-Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Demonstrates financial need for college tuition Is a U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent Has a minimum 3.0 GPA Will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the entire academic year More documents required (please read application) Award: $1,000 Deadline: March 9 th, 2012 Website:

15 U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) - Dr. Juan Andrade scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student, in a four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories Demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry Recipients must also be available to attend the 30 th National USHLI Conference in Chicago, IL, February 16-19, 2012 Award: $1,000 (students attending four-year institution) and $500 (students attending two-year institution) Deadline: December 31st, 2011 Website: or Scholarships for Documented Students Description of Scholarships AAMC-Nickens Medical Student Scholarships Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien Must be entering the third year of study in a LCME-accredited U.S. medical school in fall 2011 Students enrolled in combined degree programs (such as M.D./Ph.D) are eligible when they are entering their third year of medical school. Award: (5) $5,000 Deadline: May 4, 2012 Website: Adelante! U.S. Education Fund Applicants may be college freshman, sophomores, juniors, or seniors attending a Hispanicserving institution with a 2.5 or 3.0 GPA. Dependent upon the specific scholarship Pursuing a degree in a business-related field. Selected students must attend the Adelante! Leadership institute and participate in a summer internship. Check website for more eligibility requirements Deadline: TBA Website:

16 All- Ink Scholarship Students who apply must be a United States citizen or permanent resident with a minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average. Qualified applicants must be enrolled or planning to participate in an accredited college or university program during the spring 2010 or Fall 2011 term or full-year school year Check website for more eligibility requirements Award: $5,000 Deadline: TBA Website: American Bar Association (ABA) - Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund The applicant must be an entering, first-year law student in the 2012 academic year. Only students beginning law school in the 2012 academic year will be eligible for an ABA Legal Opportunity Scholarship. Applicants who are part-time law students also must be starting law school in the 2012 academic year to be eligible. At the time of submission of the application, the applicant must have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 grading scale) at his or her undergraduate institution. If the applicant has not completed his or her undergraduate degree at the time the application is submitted, he or she must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 (on a 4.0 grading scale) as of the most recent completed semester. The applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States of America. Students, who are citizens and residents of a foreign country, even if they plan to attend law school in the United States, are not eligible to apply. Award: (20) $15,000 Deadline: March 1 st, 2012 Website: American Chemical Society- ACS Scholars Program Be African-American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian Be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident Be a full-time student at a high school or accredited college, university, or community college Demonstrate high academic achievement in chemistry or science (Grade Point Average 3.0, "B" or better) Demonstrate financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA) and the Student Aid Report (SAR) form Be a graduating high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior intending to or already majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or a chemically-related science OR intending to or already pursuing a degree in chemical technology Be planning a career in the chemical sciences. Award: $5,000 Deadline: November 1 st through March 1 st (annually) Website:

17 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students An underrepresented minority in the accounting profession (e.g., Black or African American; Hispanic or Latino; Native American; or Asian American) Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate (12 semester hours or equivalent) or a full-time graduate level student (9 semester hours or equivalent) for the academic year. (Note: an exception may be granted if you plan to participate in an internship.) Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate-level degree in an accounting-related major. ( Accounting-related shall be as determined by Sponsor in Sponsor s sole discretion.) Planning to pursue the CPA licensure but not presently be a CPA Completed at least 30 semester hours (or equivalent) of college coursework, including at least 6 semester hours (or equivalent) in accounting, by end of spring 2012 Applied to or been accepted into a public or private, 501(c) four-year college or university located in the U.S. states or territories. The business program must be accredited by the AACSB and/or ACBSP. Maintained an overall and major GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) An AICPA student affiliate member (or have submitted a new member application). Apply online at no cost: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) Some financial need (i.e., not receiving a full or partial scholarship(s) and/or grant(s) that cover and/or exceed one s educational expenses) Note: AICPA staff and their family members are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Award: $3,000 Deadline: April 1st, 2012 Website: American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) - Minority Scholarship Awards Applicants shall be required to be undergraduates in chemical engineering during the academic year and be members of a minority group that is under-represented in chemical engineering, i.e., African-American, Hispanic, Native American, Alaskan Native. Applicants who will complete the chemical engineering baccalaureate degree requirements in mid-academic year (i.e., after one semester of one or two quarters), if successful, will receive prorated awards. Candidates who receive the scholarship are expected to join their college s AIChE Student Chapter. For AIChE student membership information, call and request an application packet. Award: $1,000 Deadline: June 15th, 2011 Website:

18 Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship Submit a completed application form indicating a sincere interest in an automotive career. Provide an official transcript of all academic work. Submit two letters of recommendation supporting your automotive interests. Submit a letter of acceptance for an associate, bachelor, or masters program. Be accepted at an accredited college, university or trade school within the United States at the time of application. Students attending a technical training school may also apply (trade school should equal a twoyear associate program). Student must be a United States citizen or in the United States on a Student Visa. Must be enrolled full-time. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher. Award: TBA Deadline: Must be postmarked between February 1 st and June 30th Website: Buick Achievers Scholarship Program Be high school seniors or graduates or be current undergraduate students Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited U.S. four-year college or university for the entire academic year (excluding proprietary and online schools) Plan to major in a specified course of study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study. See the list of eligible majors. Be interested in pursuing a career in the automotive or related industries Be U.S. citizens and have permanent residence in the United States Award: (1,000) $2,000 and (100) $25,000 Deadline: February 29 th, 2012 Website: Coca-Cola Scholars CURRENT high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the United States (or select DoD schools); U.S. Citizens; U.S. Nationals; U.S. Permanent Residents; Temporary Residents (in a legalization program); Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Parolees; Anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application; Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution; Carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school. Award: (50) 20,000 and (200) $10,000 Deadline: August-October 31st Website:

19 College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Scholarships GED or HS Diploma Migrant or Seasonal Farmworking Background U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Legal Residency Seeking a 4-yr academic degree Be determined to need the services/support provided Scholarship only applies to college freshman year. Applicants must plan to obtain a four-year degree (BS/BA) in a CAMP campus. Award: $ $4,000 Deadline: Varies Website: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) - Scholarship Awards Full-time enrollment in a United States Department of Education accredited community college, four-year University, or graduate/professional program during the period for which scholarship is requested Demonstrated financial need Consistent, active participation in public and/or community service activities Strong writing skills U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency Award: $1,000 (2 year-community college), $2,500 (4 year-college) and $5,000 (graduate level institution Deadline: April 16th, 2012 Website: Daniel B. Goldberg Scholarship Currently a full-time student in a graduate program that prepares students for careers in state and local government finance and expecting to be enrolled in the spring 2011 semester (including spring 2011 graduates) Baccalaureate degree or its equivalent Citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada Recommendation from student s academic advisor or dean of the graduate program Student has not been a past winner of a scholarship program administered by the GFOA Award: $10,000 Deadline: February 24 th, 2012 Website:

20 Eastern Oregon University Foundation Scholarship Students must be admitted or pursuing the admissions process. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Students authorize the scholarship coordinator to obtain any pertinent EOU academic information for the scholarship application by submitting an application. Students must upload most current transcript. Students must upload resume of activities Deadline: March 1 st, 2012 Website: Eastern Oregon Freshman Scholarships Students from diverse populations that traditionally have been underrepresented on our campus, including but not limited to ethnic backgrounds, first generation Status (neither parent graduated from college), low income (as determined by federal Guidelines used by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as well as those students who bring unique life experiences and backgrounds and have a strong commitment to diversity and the concept of embracing difference. Educational background, including GPA, test scores and previous coursework. Community service, leadership, activities and commitment to social activism. Scholarships will be renewable for up to 12 terms of undergraduate coursework. Students will need to maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA and complete 45 credit hours per year to get the award renewed. Please check website for more requirements Deadline: TBA (please check website) Website: Fight for your Rights (FFYR) Leadership Scholarship Check website for eligibility requirements. Award: TBD Deadline: Varies Website: