King's College - Costs and Financial Aid Private Scholarships

The National Federation of the Blind an National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania award scholarships to high school seniors an college students who plan to attend college during the upcoming academic year. For more information regarding these scholarships go to:

NFB - National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program

IHS Journalism Internship Program

Paid internships in print, broadcast, new media, or investigative journalism. Includes a stipend and housing assistance. Students may apply for funding for internships secured on their own. Hosts include broadcast networks, daily papers, and independent, non-profit newsrooms. Spring, summer, and fall placements. Apply by January 31, 2011for a summer internship. Visit IHS Journalism Internship Program | Institute For Humane Studies.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with there scholarship program for the 4th year. They will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Scholarship deadline is June 18, 2011

Go to A&F Business Consultants for scholarship information and full details as to how to apply .

2011 NAAMLP Scholarship Announcement

Annually, the National Association of Abandoned Mine Land Programs award two $1,500 NAAMLP Scholarships, intended to assist in the education of students who intend to work as scientists or technicians in the field of mine land reclamation. Letters of application for this scholarship must be received by May 30, 2011. Attached find an announcement flyer and information on previous NAAMLP Scholars. Please pass this information on to anyone who might be interested. For additional information, refer to the flyer, the NAAMLP website, NAAMLP Home or contact me. please forgive cross-postings

ONLINE SCHOLARSHIP DIRECTORY / STUDY ABROAD FUNDING

Study Abroad Funding

Detailed information on hundreds of scholarships, grants, and fellowships available for undergraduate and graduate study and doctoral and post-doctoral research outside the U.S. Funding opportunities are searchable by host country, field of study, and sponsoring organization. d Funding

PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS

My Recipe - My Heritage Scholarship Essay Contest

Both US citizens and Foreign students currently attending a US college, university, or another institution of higher education are eligible to participate. The essay should explore the place culinary traditions hold in one's cultural/ethnic identity. $4,500 worth of prizes will be awarded. For more information and submission guidelines, visit:

My Recipe - My Heritage Scholarship Essay Contest

At the bottom of the page your will see a link for scholarships click on the link

Pulaski Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements

Must be of a polish background (meaning one or both parents must be polish)
Must be a full-time/four year undergrade student, having completed their first year and attending one of the local colleges/universities in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre/Hazleton Area.

The recipient will be selected by a three-panel committee of professional/business people. The selection will be based on:

a 500-Word essay on:

" WHAT MY POLISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MEANS TO ME" 50%

2. Financial Need 25%

3. GPA 15%

4. School/Community/Church Involvement 10%

Application are available to all second-year undergrade students in May and must be returned no later than the first Monday of September. Qualifying students are those who complete all the necessary applications and criteria.

To acquire an Application contact the Financial Aid or e-mail dollyk418@hotmail.com and ask for the Pulaski Scholarship

The Annual Pulaski Scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1,000 ($2,000 if raised in advance) through Sponsor donations and benefactors.

Presentation of the Award will be made at the Annual Pulaski Scholarship Ball on the 3rd Saturday in the Month of October. The recipient and guest will be honored guests of the Committee.

2010 FOOTWEAR FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Two Ten Higher Education Scholarships

What Is AmeriCorps?

AmeriCorps is an opportunity to make a big difference in your life and in the lives of those around you. It’s a chance to apply your skills and ideals toward helping others and meeting critical needs in the community.

Each year, AmeriCorps offers 75,000 opportunities for adults of all ages and backgrounds to serve through a network of partnerships with local and national nonprofit groups. Whether your service makes a community safer, gives a child a second chance, or helps protect the environment, you’ll be getting things done through AmeriCorps!

Benefits of Service

AmeriCorps.gov > Benefits of AmeriCorps Service

As an AmeriCorps member, you’ll gain new skills and experiences—and you’ll also find the tremendous satisfaction that comes from helping others. In addition, full-time members who complete their service earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $4,725 to pay for college, graduate school, or to pay back qualified student loans; members who serve part-time receive a partial Award. Some AmeriCorps members may also receive a modest living allowance during their term of service.

KidsChance of PA Scholarships

To be eligible for a scholarship grant, applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need.

Applicants must be within the ages of 16 to 25and be accepted by an accredited, post-secondary educational institution.

Graduate students are not eligible.

For information and to apply, visit: Kids' Chance of PA | Scholarships

Russ Griffith Memorial Scholarship (formerly Returning Student Scholarship)

Eligibility
For outstanding students currently attending an eligible Datatel client institution who have returned to school after an absence of five years or longer

The Russ Griffith Memorial scholarship is open to full- and part-time students (taking at least six credit hours), as well as undergraduate and graduate students.

Personal Statement Essay :
The Russ Griffith Memorial Scholarship personal statement essay should discuss the impact of being a returning student, the challenges of combining life interests, such as work and family, along with school, and the importance of receiving a this scholarship to help achieve a dream.

Award Amount :
The Foundation will award fifty $2,000 scholarships to outstanding Russ Griffith Memorial scholars.

For all Datatel scholarships, please visit: http://www.datatel.com/global/scholarships/

Nancy Goodhue Lynch scholarship

Eligibility
For outstanding, undergraduate students currently attending an eligible Datatel client institution, who are majoring in an Information Technology-related curriculum program. The applicant will need to indicate their major on their application.

Personal Statement Essay:
The Nancy Goodhue Lynch scholarship personal statement essay should explain why the applicant chose to study a technology-related curriculum field, the impact of technology on their future, and the importance of receiving the Nancy Goodhue Lynch scholarship.

Award Amount :
The top two rated applications for the Nancy Goodhue Lynch scholarship are awarded $2,500 each. ____________________________________________________________________

The HCF Scholarship Programs

The Hispanic College Fund awards scholarships based on both merit and financial need. HCF administers multiple scholarship programs including the Sallie Mae Fund's First in My Family Scholarship Program and the ALPFA Scholarship Program.

The minimum eligibility criteria for HCF scholarship programs are:

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States
Must be studying full-time in the United States or Puerto Rico
Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0

To apply for HCF Scholarships you will be required to complete an online application which includes at least one essay, letter of recommendation and resume.

To apply online please visit our secure online application website at http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org. All instructions are available at this site.

MONSIGNOR ANDREW J. MCGOWAN HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP

Four year Full Tuition Scholarship. Open to first generation college students of Hispanic Heritage who have applied and been accepted to King's College by February 1st. Applicants must have a 3.2 GPA or higher, and demonstrate financial need as determine by the FAFSA. Applicants must be residents of Lackawanna or Luzerne County. A campus interview is required. Contact the McGowan Hispanic Outreach Program at King's College at 570-208-5900 Ext. 5466 for additional information.

Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program (AFHPSP)

This program provides: full medical or dental school tuition payments for a maximum of 4 years; full payments for all school-related fees and expenses, except housing and meals; reimbursement for all books and required equipment; reimbursement for all rental fees, i.e. microscopes; a monthly taxable stipend of at least $1,235 paid directly to you. For more information or to apply, contact your Air Force, Army or Navy Recruiter. Navy Recruiter - Jacqueline Reck, 800-742-2972 ext 5. Army Recruiter 1-800-USA-ARMY. Air Force Recruiter 1-800-423-USAF Navy's AFHPSP website: http://nshs.med.navy.mil/hpsp/Pages/HPSPHome.htm

The Sallie Mae Fund Scholarship Program.

About The Sallie Mae Fund

The Sallie Mae Fund provides scholarships through a number of programs, including:

Latino College Dollars: a directory of scholarships for Hispanic students, developed in partnership with the Tomas Rivera Policy Institute at the University of Southern California , available at www.latinocollegedollars.org

Black College Dollars: a directory of scholarships for African-America students, developed in partnership with BET Networks and the Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education, available at www.blackcollegedollars.org

StraightFoward Media Scholarships

StraightForward Media offers 22 different $500 scholarships to a wide variety of students every year. Each of our scholarship programs is open to both American and international students, and we offer scholarships to attendees of four-year colleges, two-year and community colleges, vocational and technical schools.

Unless otherwise noted, all scholarships awards are $500 and are given four times per year.

For more information and to apply, please visit: http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarships/index.php

Horatio Alger Scholarship Program

For students who are currently in the senior year at high school.

The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist student who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education; and a desire to contribute to society.

For more information and to apply go to www.horatioalger.org

AXA Achievement Scholarship

The AXA Achievement Scholarship offers college scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace.

The scholarships are sponsored by the AXA Foundation, in association with the U.S. News & World Report.

Eligibility:

be United States citizens or legal residents
be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the Unites States by fall 2007.
Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidence by outstanding achievement in an activity in school, the community or the workplace
Be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to the student's achievement

For additional information and application: www.axa-achievement.com

Boston Realty Advisors Scholarship

The Boston Realty Advisors Scholarship is a $500 grant designed for students concentrating in Real Estate or planning to become involved in the Real Estate Sector- this can include owning property for investment purposes. Recepient(s) will be notified by e-mail and by phone within two weeks of deadline.

http://www.bradvisors.com/scholarship

The Anne Ford Scholarship

The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 award given to a high school senior with an identified learning disability (LD) who will be pursuing an undergraduate degree.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria
The National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc. (NCLD) is seeking applicants for the Anne Ford Scholarship, which is available to students of high merit with an identified learning disability (LD) in public or private secondary schools. To be eligible for the Anne Ford Scholarship, an applicant must:

Have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher
Have demonstrated financial need
Show documentation of an identified learning disability
Note: ADD/ADHD alone is not considered a learning disability; eligible candidates with ADD/ADHD must also provide documentation of a specific learning disability
Be a U.S. Citizen
Be enrolled as a senior in high school with the intention of pursuing a 4-year undergraduate degree

Students of minority background are encouraged to apply.

For more information and application, please visit:

www.ncld.org/content/view/871/456074/

Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund

The Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund® benefits financially needy dependent children, spouses, and domestic partners (1) of 9/11 victims, including airplane crew and passengers, World Trade Center and Pentagon workers and visitors, and relief workers, including firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and law enforcement personnel.

Families of Freedom Scholarships are available for children, including those born after September 11, 2001, who enroll in a program of postsecondary study by age 24. Those children who turn 24 during their course of study must then continue their program of study uninterrupted, with the exception of summer vacations, in order to continue receiving scholarship assistance. Spouses and domestic partners may apply for Families of Freedom scholarships through 2012.

Scholarships may be used to attend an accredited vocational-technical school, trade school, two-year college, four-year college, or university located in the United States. Families of Freedom Scholarship recipients may receive scholarship awards for up to four years, or the equivalent if attendance is part-time, depending on total funding available. Funds are available for undergraduate study only.

Click on www.familiesoffreedom.org for more information