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SALVADORAN-AMERICAN LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL FUND: SALEF
EDUCATION FOR EXCELLENCE
For students of Central American and other Latino background. Must demonstrate financial need. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Must have a history of community involvement and be willing to give back by becoming a mentor to a high school student. 214-480-1052 info@salef.org or
www.salef.org
SAUL T. WILSON SCHOLARSHIP
For students interested in a career in Veterinary Medicine.
www.aphis.usda.gov
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LATINOS
The Ellen & Federico Jimenez Scholarship Program will award twenty-five $2,000 scholarships to deserving Latino college students who are INELIGIBLE to receive federal and/or state financial aid; who have demonstrated commitment to serving the Latino community in the United States; and who have been accepted to a Community College or State University in CALIFORNIA or TEXAS. A social security number is NOT required to apply. 213-629-2512 undergradfund@maldef.org
www.maldef.org/
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HISPANICS
Database of over 1000 scholarships included in the Hispanic Scholarship Directory, sponsored by the National Education Association.
www.scholarshipsforhispanics.org/
SCHOLARSHIP & FINANCIAL AID HELP
Database of scholarships available to Black students
www.blackexcel.org/fin-sch.htm
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS
Database of scholarships available through the Office of Minority Student Affairs at University of Chicago.
http://omsa.uchicago.edu/
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDY IN PARALEGAL STUDIES
www.paralegals.org
SCHOLARSHIP HUNTER
Search for awards by academic major or state.
www.scholarshiphunter.com/
SCHOLARSEARCH
Search for awards based on academic field of study, academic level, and minority group.
www.scholarsite.com
SCHOLARSHIPS BASED ON ETHNICITY
Database of scholarships available base on ethnicity
www.college.ucla.edu/UP/SRC/ethnic.htm
SCIENCENET SCHOLARSHIPS
Database of scholarships available to students studying a science.
www.cse.emory.edu/sciencenet/undergrad/scholarships.html
SCIENTIST DEVELOPMENT GRANT
For graduates who are permanent US residents or citizens with M.D., Ph.D., D.O., D.V.M., or equivalent doctoral degrees in the field of science and engineering concentrating in clinical, basic science, bioengineering, biotechnology, or public health related issues. 214-706-1158, ncrp@heart.org http://www.americanheart.org/
SEARS CRAFTSMAN SCHOLARSHIP
For high school seniors of any age, race, ethnic origin and personal belief. Students must have a 2.5 GPA or above and plan to attend a 2 year or 4 year college or trade/technical school. 626-250-2296
www.nhra.com
SHELL OIL COMPANIES FOUNDATION/SHELL INCENTIVE FUNDS
For minority students working towards a bachelor’s degree in Business or Technology, at participating universities. Student must be a U.S. citizen. Due date, award amount (which is paid directly to the school), and number of awards may vary. Contact the Foundation for a list of participating schools; a stamped self-addressed envelope must be included. The universities must be contacted for specific information and/or applications. Shell Oil Companies Foundation, 713-241-6161
www.shell.com
SIEMENS WESTINGHOUSE COMPETITION
To encourage minority students to consider careers teaching math and science.
http://www.siemens-foundation.org/
SOCIETY OF HISPANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS EDUCATIONAL GRANTS PROGRAM
For minority students who are enrolled or plan to enroll in an engineering or science program.
www.shpe.org/
SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIPS
For women who are majoring in engineering or computer science. Award amounts are from $200 to $5,000, and at least 90 are granted.
www.swe.org
SOROS FELLOWSHIPS FOR NEW AMERICANS
Provide opportunities for continuing generations of able and accomplished new Americans to achieve leadership in their chosen fields.
www.pdsoros.org/
SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS
Database of sporting related financial aid.
www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html
STANLEY E. JACKSON SCHOLARISHIP FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
For disabled students of an ethnic minority. You must be disabled and intend to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program or vocational, technical, or fine arts training programs. Foundation for Exceptional Children, (800) 224-6830, ext. 450
www.yesican.sped.org/
STATE FARM HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIPS
For Hispanic college students who are pursing a teaching career. Each year,
$2,500 scholarships are provided to 20 students.
www.statefarm.com
STUDENT INVESTORS SCHOLARSHIPS
Over $75,000 in prizes awarded to the top inventors and their academic advisors each year
www.invent.org/collegiate/
STUDENT VIDEO SCHOLARSHIPS
Video contests for college students. Winning entries will be aired on a special edition of the internationally-syndicated television series Christopher Close-up. In addition, winners will receive the following cash awards: First Prize: $3,000, Second Prize: $2,000, Third Prize: $1,000, and 5 Honorable Mention Prizes of $100 each. Entrants must be currently enrolled in and attending a graduate or undergraduate program at a college or university. Entries will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness of conveying theme, artistic merit and technical proficiency.
www.christophers.org/vidcon2k.html
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TARGET ALL-AROUND SCHOLARSHIPS
For civic-minded high school seniors as well as college undergraduates.
http://sites.target.com/
TERRY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
For Texas college freshmen majoring in any field of study. U.S. Citizenship required. Scholarship range: $2,000 - $13,000. 512-475-6203,
www.terryfoundation.org/
TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF DEVELOPING COLLEGES (TADC) URBAN
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
For low-income high school seniors and returning college students of any ethnicity, attending any accredited nonprofit public or independent two- or four-year college or university or technical school full-time. Must be a US citizen. Applicants must have graduated from a high school in one of 19 north texas cities as listed on the application
www.txadc.org
TEXAS COLLEGE IN TYLER, TX SCHOLARSHIPS
For African American single parent mothers with their children. Award includes housing and fees. Historically Black, CME Affiliate. www.texascollege.edu
TEXAS SCHOLARSHIPS
State funded awards for Texas residents. Apply at the financial aid office of
student’s college. Student’s can find general information at
www.collegefortexans.com
TEXAS PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL GRANT (TPEG)
Available to Texas residents, nonresidents, and foreign students enrolled at public colleges or universities in Texas. Award based on financial need. Contact the financial aid office of the Texas public college or university you plan to attend for information on applying.
TEXAS TENNIS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
For Texas residents studying sports with a concentration in tennis. U.S. Citizenship required. 512-443-1334 x216,
www.texastennisfoundation.com
TEXAS TUITION EQUALIZATION GRANT
For students who have enrolled in a private, non-profit college or university in Texas in any field of study. U.S. Citizenship required. Scholarship range: up to $3,444 per year. 1 800-242-3062 x 6463, desiree.byrne@thecb.state.tx.us
www.collegefortexans.com
THE EMMA L. BOWEN FOUNDATION FOR MINORITY INTERESTS
Scholarships to increase minority representation in the media industry by providing multi-year paid internships and scholarships to minority freshmen students.
www.emmabowenfoundation.com/
THIRD WAVE FOUNDATION
Open to full-time or part-time students age 30 and under who are enrolled in, or have been accepted to an accredited university, college, vocational/technical school or community college. 212-675 –0700
www.thirdwavefoundation.org