The Hispanic Leaders Group of Greater St. Louis is offering three scholarships of $1,000 to students who meet its qualifications.
Scholarships include: a merit-based scholarship to a college or university student seeking his or her first degree; a financial-need scholarship to a college or university student seeking his or her first degree; and a scholarship to a student at a vocational or trade school.
Application forms can be requested by writing to the Hispanic Leaders Group, P.O. Box 1576, St. Louis, Mo. 63188 or by calling John Galatoire at 314-803-7029. Applications must be received by June 30.
Hispanic college students pursuing math, science, engineering or technology degrees can apply for more than $2 million in scholarships and internships.
They can do so through Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math and Science, the educational foundation of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.
Students can apply for as many scholarships and internships as they qualify for.
Deadlines range from Feb. 1 to April 1.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces program guidelines for the 2008 competition cycle of the DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions.
This program will bring faculty and student research teams to DHS Centers of Excellence for research appointments during the summer of 2008. For more information about the program and application materials
visit: http://www.orau.gov/dhsfaculty. The deadline for submitting an application is February 1, 2008.
Eligible students are:
Graduating from high schools in Cochise, Santa Cruz and Pima Counties, or in the areas of Yuma, Maricopa, Pinal, Graham and Greenlee counties that lie south of the Gila River.
Planning to attend two- or four-year colleges or universities, or accredited business or vocational schools in Arizona.
Demonstrating financial need and have strong recommendations addressing the desire, drive, and determination to succeed academically.
Alliant International University focuses on preparing students for professional careers in the applied social sciences.
Our institution applies scholarship to solve social problems and has always had an abiding concern for diversity and internationalism.
Formed in July 2001 by the combination of the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) and United States International University (USIU), Alliant is an independent, not-for-profit institution of higher education with a history distinguished by innovation.
Our Campuses
Alliant offers students a choice of six California campuses: Fresno, Irvine, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco.
The Alliant family is composed of three schools that span its multiple campuses:
the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP)
the Graduate School of Education, (GSOE) and
the Marshall Goldsmith School of Management (MGSM)
Two types of scholarships are offered:
I. Alumni Referral Scholarship Fund:
The Alliant International University Alumni Referral Scholarship is an annual tuition grant of $1,000 that can run as long as four years and is awarded to an incoming student for full-time, continuous enrollment. The scholarship will be given in the name of the alumnus or alumna who refers the student. The scholarship will be offered beginning with the fall semester of 2007. It will run through the spring semester of 2010 and can be extended with approval from the Alliant President. Students enrolled in half-time will be granted a $500 annual scholarship.
II. Alumni Legacy Scholarship Fund:
The Alliant International University Alumni Legacy Scholarship is offered to immediate family members of those who graduated from Alliant, USIU, CSPP, Cal Western or Balboa College. This scholarship offers an annual 25% discount on tuition to a student who is continuously enrolled in full time studies. The scholarship will be offered beginning with the fall semester of 2007. It will run through the spring semester of 2010 and can be extended with approval from the Alliant President.
Who are Alumni for the Alumni Referral and Legacy Scholarships?
For the purpose of the alumni referral and legacy scholarships the referring alumni must have earned a degree from Alliant International University or from one of the former legacy institutions. (Balboa College, California Western University, California School of Professional Psychology, and United States International University)
Criteria for the Alumni Referral and Legacy Scholarships:
1. The intent of both scholarship programs is to provide an incentive for alumni to be involved in the university.
2. The referral process for both scholarships must be initiated by alumni.
3. Alumni may refer up to 3 prospective students each year.
4. The scholarships are only effective upon the student being accepted by the various schools at Alliant.
5. Students being referred must be starting as new students beginning the Fall semester 2007.
6. All referrals must be sent to the Director of Alumni Relations for approval before the scholarship can be awarded.
Alliant International University focuses on preparing students for professional careers in the applied social sciences.
Our institution applies scholarship to solve social problems and has always had an abiding concern for diversity and internationalism.
Formed in July 2001 by the combination of the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) and United States International University (USIU), Alliant is an independent, not-for-profit institution of higher education with a history distinguished by innovation.
Our Campuses
Alliant offers students a choice of six California campuses: Fresno, Irvine, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco.
The Alliant family is composed of three schools that span its multiple campuses:
the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP)
the Graduate School of Education, (GSOE) and
the Marshall Goldsmith School of Management (MGSM)
Two types of scholarships are offered:
I. Alumni Referral Scholarship Fund:
The Alliant International University Alumni Referral Scholarship is an annual tuition grant of $1,000 that can run as long as four years and is awarded to an incoming student for full-time, continuous enrollment. The scholarship will be given in the name of the alumnus or alumna who refers the student. The scholarship will be offered beginning with the fall semester of 2007. It will run through the spring semester of 2010 and can be extended with approval from the Alliant President. Students enrolled in half-time will be granted a $500 annual scholarship.
II. Alumni Legacy Scholarship Fund:
The Alliant International University Alumni Legacy Scholarship is offered to immediate family members of those who graduated from Alliant, USIU, CSPP, Cal Western or Balboa College. This scholarship offers an annual 25% discount on tuition to a student who is continuously enrolled in full time studies. The scholarship will be offered beginning with the fall semester of 2007. It will run through the spring semester of 2010 and can be extended with approval from the Alliant President.
Who are Alumni for the Alumni Referral and Legacy Scholarships?
For the purpose of the alumni referral and legacy scholarships the referring alumni must have earned a degree from Alliant International University or from one of the former legacy institutions. (Balboa College, California Western University, California School of Professional Psychology, and United States International University)
Criteria for the Alumni Referral and Legacy Scholarships:
1. The intent of both scholarship programs is to provide an incentive for alumni to be involved in the university.
2. The referral process for both scholarships must be initiated by alumni.
3. Alumni may refer up to 3 prospective students each year.
4. The scholarships are only effective upon the student being accepted by the various schools at Alliant.
5. Students being referred must be starting as new students beginning the Fall semester 2007.
6. All referrals must be sent to the Director of Alumni Relations for approval before the scholarship can be awarded.
Latina & “Maybelline Opportunities Through Education Scholarship Contest”
Essay Topic: Tell us about a compelling personal experience, such as: your family, why or how do you want to help the Latino community, an obstacle you’ve overcome or what defines a Latina.
Eligibility: Entrants must be a legal resident of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, currently
enrolled full-time (and in good standing) in the 11th or 12th grade at a public or state-accredited private or
parochial school.
Deadline: Essays must be postmarked by December 15, 2007 and received by December 31, 2007.
How to Enter:
1. Print out this form and print information in blue or black pen. Have your parent or legal guardian sign it if
you are under the age of 18 or considered a minor in your state of residence.
2. Include an official high school transcript. We are looking for students with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0
scale (or an equivalent grade on any other grading scale).
3. Include a print-out of your five-hundred 500-words, typed, double-spaced essay.
4. Mail the whole package to: Latina & “Maybelline Opportunities through Education Scholarship
Contest.”, P.O. Box 1858 New York, NY 10101. We cannot accept FedEx, UPS or DHL deliveries.
JUDGING: Ten (10) Semi-Finalists (the "Semi-Finalists") will be selected by a panel of Latina staff members on or about January 1, 2008 from all eligible entries received by the dates specified above.
WINNER NOTIFICATION: Potential Winners will be notified by Sponsors either by the telephone number or e-mail address provided on his/her Official Entry Form.
PRIZES: Five (5) Winners will each receive a $10,000 Educational Scholarship (Scholarship administered by Maybelline New York) plus a three (3) day/ two (2) night trip for two (2) to New York, NY where each winner and their companion will attend a special breakfast honoring the scholarship winners (“Event”); tentatively scheduled to take place the first week of March 2008 (the "Trip"), at an approximate retail value ("ARV") of Two Thousand Dollars (US $2,000.00) per Winner.
CLASE - Coors Light Academic Success in Education Award
Full-time graduate students in any masters degree, J.D., M.D., or Ph.D. program.
Who is Eligible:
Available to full-time undergraduate or graduate students at 4-year institutions in California with a declared major in pharmacy or business
Requirements:
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Be attending a HACU-member institution at the time scholarship awards are made.
Deadline:
May 25, 2008 (based on last year's deadline)
Amount:
$1,000
Caterpillar Scholarships
Four Caterpillar scholarships of $1,500 each will provide an excellent way to strengthen company ties with Georgia Tech and its distinguished students. These scholarships will be available to undergraduate students entering the MSE program.
Caterpillar scholarships will be awarded during the academic year to qualifying students in areas of academic interest to Caterpillar. Each student will be known as a Caterpillar scholar.
Scholars will be selected as sophomores or above. Minority scholars may be selected as incoming freshman.
Requirements:
* Students must be full-time undergraduate students.
* Students must maintain a 2.8 (B) average or better.
* Scholars must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, temporary residents who have applied for or been granted amnesty by INS, refugees or asylees, and able to establish employment eligibility under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
The Adelante! Fund is proud to offer scholarships to highly qualified students attending college in one of our partnering institutions. The funds are provided through the generosity and support of our partner corporations, foundations and individuals. With thier support, proportionate access to and success in higher education is vital to the enrichment and advancement of Latino students in the U.S.
Scholarship Awards Range Between $2,000-$3,000:
Criteria for Scholarship:
Be eligible for junior stauts at a college or university by Fall 2007.
* Proof of filing for FAFSA a federal or state aid.
* Pursue a degree in Business or Liberal Arts throughout the duration of the scholarship term.
* Have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) official transcript to be submitted.
* Maintain a full-time enrollment status throughout duration of the scholarship term.
* Provide two letters of recommendation which express leadership potential.
* Complete the attached goals, objectives and history survey (see student survey).
* Participate in the Adelante's Leadership Institute in May 2008.
* Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident.
