Scholarships that are Non-Degree Specific
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AAUW Educational Foundation Fellowships and Grants The American Association of University Women Educational Foundation (AAUW) has various fellowships and grants available to women. For more information or to request an application, call 319/337-1716, e-mail info@aauw.org or visit their website at http://www.aauw.org. American Society for Quality Scholarship The American Society for Quality advances individual, organizational, and community excellence worldwide through quality improvement, learning, and knowledge exchange. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist students who plan to attend an accredited two or four year college program by assisting both a graduating high school student and a college student presently enrolled in an accredit program. Amount: There will be a $1,000 award each to the high school senior and the full-time college student. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must either be a high school senior during the application year or a college student, who graduated from an accredited high school or learning facility within the geographic area served by ASQ Evansville-Owensboro Section 0915. o Illinois Counties – Clay, Edwards, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lawrence, Marion, Richland, Saline, Wabash, Wayne, and White o Indiana Counties – Dubois, Gibson, Knox, Martin, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Warrick o Kentucky Counties – Crittenden, Davies, Hancock, Henderson, Hopkins, McLean Ohio, Union, and Webster ˇ Applicants must be admitted or enrolled as a full-time student to an accredited two- or four-year college ˇ In the event the selected recipient becomes ineligible, the scholarship will be awarded to the next runner up. Deadline: Postmarked by March 31, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or may be downloaded online at www.psci.net/asq915. Mail completed applications to: ASQ Section 0915 Attn: Scholarship Chairperson The 2425 Building Suite 402 2425 US Highway 41 N Evansville, IN 47711
Evansville North Civitan Club - Kent M. Sunderman Memorial Scholarship Fund The Kent M. Sunderman Scholarship is tailored to fit the needs of students working to complete the Junior/Senior undergraduate work in the university. Applicants are required to be planning a career in Human Services, which would include the fields of education, social work, and medical related fields, etc. Amount: Up to $1,500, depending upon student need and funds available. Eligibility:
ˇ Academic record of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, professional objectives, and financial needs are the basis for grants ˇ Community and or civic involvement will be looked upon favorably ˇ Applicant must be attending a 4-year college in Vanderburgh County or be a resident of Vanderburgh County, attending a 4-year accredited college Deadline: April 1, 2008
Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Student Financial Assistance Office. All materials should be mailed to:
Evansville North Civitan Club P.O. Box 4713 Evansville, IN 47724
Gilman International Scholarship Competition The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. International experience is critically important in the educational and career development of American students, but it can also require a substantial financial investment. The Gilman Scholarship Program broadens the student population that studies abroad by supporting undergraduates who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints. Award recipients are chosen by a competitive selection process and must use the award to defray eligible study abroad costs. These costs include program tuition, room and board, books, local transportation, insurance and international airfaire. Amount: 777 scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded this academic year for U.S. citizen undergraduates to study abroad. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant at the time of application or during the term of their study abroad ˇ Applicant must apply to or have been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by the student’s accredited institution of higher education in the U.S. ˇ Applicant must study abroad for at least 4 weeks in one country ˇ Applicant must study abroad in any country except Cuba or a country on the State Department’s current Travel Warning list (http://www.travel.state.gov) ˇ Applicant must study in the fall, spring, or academic year terms including winter inter-sessions (Summer only programs are not eligible) Deadline: Please review the Fall 2008 Timeline at http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/apply/fall.html. Contact: Applications may be completed online at http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/apply/application.html. For additional information, please call 713/621-6300 ext. 12 or e-mail gilman_scholars@iie.org. Greater Evansville Bowling Scholarship The Greater Evansville Bowling Scholarship will be awarded to an individual endeavoring to further their education beyond high school. It is renewable for up to 3 additional years or until undergraduate work is completed, whichever comes first. Amount: $1,000 Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be enrolling on a full-time basis at a state accredited school and must qualify under one of the eligibility requirements below ˇ Applicant must be a member of the EBA, EWBA, GEYABA, or GEUSBCA 2 of the last 4 years or ˇ Applicant must be a child of someone who has been a member of the EBA, EWBA, GEYABA, or GEUSBCA 2 of the last 4 years Deadline: April 5 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or may be downloaded online at http://evansvillebowling.org/scholarship.htm. Mail completed applications to: Bowling Scholarship P.O. Box 4877 Evansville, IN 47724 For additional information, please contact Randy Robertson at 812/479-1881. Indiana Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship The Indiana Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship will be awarded to an Indiana student based on academic excellence, extracurricular activities, community involvement, and commitment to their chosen field of study and/or financial need. No DAR affiliation is required. Amount: $500 Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be a citizen of the United States ˇ Applicant must attend, or plan to attend, an institution of higher learning within the state of Indiana ˇ Applicant must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter ˇ A completed Financial Need Form is required in order for an applicant to be considered Deadline: Postmarked by March 1, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Financial Assistance. All application materials must be mailed to:
Janet Payne, State Chairman DAR Scholarship 4343 South Lake Road South Scottsburg, IN 47170-7163
For additional information, please contact Mary Lue Russler at 812/985-3138.
John and Carol Myers Scholarship Fund The Wabash Valley Community Foundation believes that higher education is the key to future success for individuals and our communities. The Community Foundation honors the area’s youth for their academic success and their community involvement through our scholarship awards. For the benefit of residents of the 7th Congressional District, selection is based upon the following: Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must reside in one of the following counties: Benton, Boone, Brown, Clay, Clinton, Davies, Fountain, Greene, Hendricks, Martin, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Owen, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, Vigo, Warren ˇ Applicant must have completed no less than one year of post secondary education and is considered at least a second year student by the student’s chosen institution of higher education ˇ Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 ˇ Applicant must attend an accredited Indiana institution of higher education ˇ Applicant has volunteered during the political campaign of a Republican candidate, worked for the Republican Party, or worked for an affiliated organization Deadline: January 10, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance or online at http://www.wvcf.com/pdfs/jcm_sch.pdf. Mail completed applications to: Wabash Valley Community Foundation, Inc. 2901 Ohio Blvd, Suite 153 Terre Haute, IN 47803 For additional information, please contact the Wabash Valley Community Foundation, Inc. at 812/232-2234. Meg Dettwiler Memorial Scholarship The Meg Dettwiler Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to deserving women in the community who have a desire to continue their education. Meg Dettwiler was a dedicated Junior League and community volunteer. Amount: $1,000 Eligibility: ˇ Applicants must be women in the tri-state area who are or will be attending an institution of higher learning to obtain a two or four-year degree who are not currently traditional high school seniors ˇ Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be accepted and enrolled in an institute of higher learning by the date funds are scheduled to be disbursed Deadline: Received by March 1 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Student Financial Assistance Office or online at www.juniorleagueofevansville.org. Mail completed applications to: Junior League of Evansville Scholarship Committee 123 NW Fourth Street, Suite 422 Evansville, IN 47708 For additional information, please contact the Junior League of Evansville Office at 812/423-9127. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution awards the following scholarships through the DAR Scholarship Committee. Lillian and Arthur Dunn Scholarship – A scholarship of $2,000 awarded for up to four years to well qualified, deserving sons and daughters of members of the NSDAR for four years of college. Outstanding recipients will be considered for an additional period of up to four years of study. DAR Member Number of mother must be on the application. General Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be a citizen of the U.S. ˇ Applicant must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S. ˇ Applicant must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR Chapter ˇ Scholarships are awarded regardless of race, religion, sex or national origin Deadline: February 15, 2008 Contact: Applications are available in USI’s Office of Student Financial Assistance Office. Mail completed application to:
DAR Scholarship Committee 2217 S. Marlan Ave Springfield, Mo 65804-3321
For additional information, please contact Mary Lue Russler, Captain Henry Vanderburgh Chapter Scholarship Chairman at 812/985-3138.
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarship program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries. The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students as well as for qualified professionals pursuing vocational studies. While abroad, scholars serve as ambassadors of goodwill to the people of the host country and give presentations about their homelands to Rotary clubs and other groups. Upon returning home, scholars share with Rotarians and others the experiences that led to greater understanding of their host countries. Rotary Clubs in District 6580 are accepting applications for the 2008-2009 Academic Year Ambassadorial Scholarship through July 1, 2007. This one-academic-year-abroad award provides funding for round-trip transportation, tuition and fees, room and board, some educational supplies, and language training (if necessary), up to a maximum award of $26,000. Guidelines and applications may be downloaded from the Rotary International website at http://www.rotary.org/newsroom/downloadcenter/pdfs/139en.pdf. Completed application forms and all supplementary materials must be submitted to a Rotary Club in your legal or permanent residence or place of full-time study or employment by July 1, 2007. Contact: For additional information, contact your local Rotary Club (http://www.rotary6580.org/meetings.html); or, Chairperson, Mehmet Kocakulah, Ph.D. at mkocakul@usi.edu or 812/464-1730. Information is also available online at http://www.rotary.org. The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship Programs The Sallie Mae Fund will award over $2 million to college-bound students across the nation. American Dream Scholarship: The American Dream program was developed in partnership with the United Negro College Fund and offers scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000 to African-American students with demonstrated financial need. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be an U.S. citizen or permanent resident ˇ Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) ˇ Applicant must meet Pell Grant eligibility criteria ˇ Applicant must be enrolled full-time at an approved, accredited, undergraduate institution Deadline: April 15, 2008 Contact: Applications may be completed online at www.uncf.org. ******** First in My FamilyŽ Scholarship: This program, developed in partnership with the Hispanic College Fund, offers scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000 to Hispanic-American students who are the first in their family to attend college and have financial need. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident ˇ Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) ˇ Applicant must be enrolled full-time at an approved, accredited, undergraduate institution Deadline: April 15, 2008 Contact: Applications may be completed online at www.hispanicfund.org. ******** Unmet Need Scholarship: Open to families with a combined income of less than $30,000, Unmet Need scholarships provide a "last-dollar" resource when no other funds are available. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident ˇ Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) ˇ Applicant must be enrolled full-time at an approved, accredited, undergraduate institution Deadline May 31, 2008 Contact: Applications may be completed online at www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/Unmet_need.html. ******** Community College Transfer Scholarship: Offered in collaboration with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, this program provides last-dollar scholarships to Latino students transferring from a community college to an accredited higher education institution. Eligibility: ˇ Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident ˇ Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) ˇ Applicant must be enrolled full-time at an approved, accredited, undergraduate institution Deadline: March 15, 2008 Contact: Applications may be completed online at www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx?id=428. ******** The Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund: Created in response to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, this program provides scholarship dollars to children of those who were killed or permanently disabled in the attacks, and who are enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Deadline: Open Contact: Applications may be completed online at www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/911_fund.html.
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