Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 1/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAmerican Fire Sprinkler Association Contest Applicants must read the "Fire Sprinkler Essay" about automatic
fire sprinklers and take a ten-question multiple-choice test.
Applications will only be accepted online. For high school
Seniors.
Amount: $2,000
Enter online at: www.afsascholarship.org 04/05/2012
Houston Farm Ranch Scholarship Graduating high school Senior in Harris County, Texas. Must be
planning to attend an accredited college or university in Texas.
Must have been member of FFA, FCCLA, or 4- H for at least two
years and have participated in the Harris County Fair for two
years. Minimum 1350 SAT/ 19 ACT.
Amount: $1,000
HOUSTON FARM & RANCH
1 Abercrombie Drive
Houston, Texas 77084
281-463-6650
www.hfrc.org/rips.htm
04/05/2012
Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston Scholarship For graduating HS seniors and college students majoring or
minoring in the Humanities or Social Sciences related to the
Hispanic Culture. GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Amount: $500
Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston
3315 Sul Ross
Houston, TX 77098
713-528- 1492
04/05/2012
Arab American Scholarship Foundation Program of
the Lebanese American Heritage Club
Must be of Arab descent. For Senior High School Students,
Undergraduate Students and Graduate Students.
Amount: $1,000
Lebanese American Heritage Club
4337 Maple Road
Dearborn, MI 48126
(313) 846-8480
04/06/2012
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Association
Scholarship
Applicants must be of Asian Pacific descent; be a graduating
high school senior; pursuing education beyond the high school
level; have primary residence in the greater Houston area; and
have a commitment to increasing the knowledge about Asian
Pacific Americans and helping the APA COMMUNITY.
Amount: $1,000
APAHA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
c/o Dr. Daniel Louie
3864 Gramerey Street
Houston, Texas 77025
713-254-6986
www.apaha.org
04/06/2012
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists - Leonard C. Ball
and James H. Bell Scholarship
Available to students entering or currently enrolled in a college or
university. Essay required. Must be sponsored by a CBTU
member.
Amount: $2,000
CBTU National Office
P. O. Box 66268
Washington, DC 20035
202-778-3318
www.cbtu.org
04/06/2012
Diamonds In The Rough Ministry Scholarship Female, High School Seniors. Minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0
scale). Must be a resident of the state of Texas.
Amount: Not listed
DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH MINISTRY
INTERNATIONAL
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
2414 E. HWY 80 SUITE 302
MESQUITE, TEXAS 75150
04/06/2012
Page 1Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 2/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEHeinz Ketchup Creativity Contest For students in grades 1 - 12. A contest for young artists, in
which winners' original designs will be on single-serving Heinz
Ketchup packets.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.ketchupcreativity.com
04/06/2012
PrimeWay Federal Credit Union Must be a PrimeWay MyFunds member. Fort Bend, Harris or
Washington County, TX resident. 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $1,000 -$2,500
PrimeWay FCU
PO Box 53088
Houston, TX 77052-3088
(713) 799-6200 or (800) 554-5690
www.primewayfcu.com/accounts-investments/youth-
accounts/Scholarships.aspx
04/06/2012
National Society of Collegiate Scholars - Emerging
Scholars Award
For high achieving high school Seniors. 3.5 or higher GPA. 25 -
ACT or 1780 - SAT.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.nscs.org/scholarships/emerging-scholars-award/
04/08/2012
Adecco Engineering and Technical Future Engineers
Scholarship
High school Senior planning to pursue a degree in engineering.
3.0 GPA.
Amount: $5,000
For more information, see website at:
www.scholarshipprograms.org/adeng/index.php
04/09/2012
American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA)
Scholarship
3.0 GPA, and have been accepted into an accredited 2-4 year
college pursuing travel or hospitality field.
Amount: Varies
Tourism Cares Scholarship Department
275 Turnpike St., Suite 307
Canton, MA 02021, USA
E-mail: [email protected]
www.tourismcares.org/student-resources
04/09/2012
Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education The Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education provides
interest free loans to students in need of financial assistance.
This is not a scholarship.
Amount: Varies
Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education
c/o Private Foundation Services, Inc.
4265 San Felipe, Suite 1100
Houston, TX 77027-2913
www.evaleeschwarztrust.org
04/09/2012
Financial Service Centers of America, Inc. National
Scholarship Program
Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Financial need and
academic achievement also required. Must live in area serviced
by FISCA.
Amount: $2,000
Financial Service Centers of America
National Headquarters
1730 M Street, NWSuite 200
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.419.1843
www.fisca.org (click on "Community Outreach")
04/09/2012
Page 2Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 3/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUESchool Nutrition Association Scholarships Various scholarships offered for School Nutrition Association
members and their dependents. Requirements vary with
scholarship - some require a major in school food service related
field.
Amount: Up to $2,500
School Nutrition Foundation
120 Waterfront Street, Suite 300
National Harbor, MD 20745
(800) [email protected]
www.schoolnutrition.org (click on "Foundation")
04/09/2012
Association of Flight Attendants Scholarship For dependents of AFA members. Top 15% of class. Have, or
expect to have, excellent SAT or ACT scores. Show financial
need.
Amount: Up to $5,000
Association of Flight Attendants Scholarship Fund
P. O. Box 212
Warrenton, VA 20188
(202) 434-1300
www.afanet.org
04/10/2012
International Red Brangus Breeders Association
(IRBBA)
Applicant and/or family must be members of IRBBA, IBBA or
IJBBA with minimum 2.50 GPA.
Amount Not listed
Tracee Buffaloe-Price
2405 TerraceVictoria, Texas 77901
281-748-2399
www.redbrangus.org
04/12/2012
Kosciuszko Foundation Summer Study Abroad
Program
For high school graduates who wish to study abroad for the
summer and will be 18 years old by the first day of their chosen
program, undergraduate and graduate students; and adults who
have an interest in studying Polish. Previous knowledge of the
Polish language is not required.
Amount: Not listed
For more information, see website at:
www.thekf.org/programs/summer/study/admission_infor
mation/
04/12/2012
DoSomething.org Six Flags Friends Scholarship Multiple opportunities on the website.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.dosomething.org/grants/sixflags/scholarships
04/13/2012
InVEST Scholarship Program Must be participating in a high school InVEST class and pursuing
a career in insurance, risk management, actuarial science or
business.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
InVEST Scholarship Contest
Attn: Jennifer Robinson
127 S. Peyton Street
Alexandria, VA 223141.800.221.7917
http://invest.iiaba.net/default.aspx
04/13/2012
Italian Cultural & Community Center of Houston For high school seniors of Italian descent in the greater Houston
area; based on need and merit
Amount: $1,000, renewable annually with 12 hours and 3.0 gpa
Italian Cultural Community Center of Houston
1101 Milford
Houston, Texas77006
Phone: 713-524-4222
Fax: 713-524-6121
04/13/2012
Page 3Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 4/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUESignet Classic Student Scholarship Essay Contest Students enter by writing an essay on one of five topics posed
for this year's competition book, Emma by Jane Austen. For 11th
and 12th graders in all states and home-schooled ages 16-18.
Amount: $1,000
Penguin Putnam, Inc.
Academic Marketing Department
Signet Classic Student Scholarship Essay Contest
375 Hudson St.New York, NY 10014
http://us.penguingroup.com (click on "Services")
04/13/2012
Southern Texas PGA Foundation For students who have shown academic achievement (2.5 or
higher GPA), have financial need and show an interest in the
game of golf.
Amount: $1,000 - $7,500
Southern Texas PGA Foundation
21604 Cypresswood Drive
Spring, Texas 77373
(832) 442-2404
www.stpga.com
04/13/2012
Texas Skyward User Group Answer essay questions listed on webpage.
Amount: Not listed
Scott E. Weber, CTSBO
Director of Finance & OperationsAllen Independent School District
Office # 972-727-0514
04/13/2012
AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships Various scholarships for students are interested in study abroad.
Amount: $1,000-$2,000
American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS)
College Division
River Plaza
9 West Broad Street
Stamford, CT 06902-3788
Phone: 800-727-2437
04/15/2012
American Health and Beauty Aids Institute - Fred
Luster, Sr. Education Scholarship
Student majoring in chemistry, business or engineering.
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Amount: $250
Fred Luster, Sr. Education Foundation
c/o AHBAI
P.O. Box 19510
Chicago, IL 60619
708-633-6328
www.ahbai.org/scholar/scholar.html
04/15/2012
American Indian Science & Engineering Society
Scholarships - Burlington Northern Santa Fe
Foundation Scholarship
Available to American Indian high school seniors who reside in
states serviced by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific
Corporation and who are pursuing academic programs in
sciences, engineering, business or math, education or medicine.
Amount: $2,500
AISES Scholarships
P.O. Box 9828
Albuquerque, NM 87119-9828
505-765-1052
www.aises.org
04/15/2012
Page 4Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 5/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAmerican Legion Legacy Scholarship High School Senior. Child/Children, or legally adopted
child/children, of active duty United States military and Guard,
and Reserve personnel who were federalized and died on active
duty on or after September 11, 2001.
Amount: Varies
The American Legion Legacy Scholarship
P.O. Box 1055
Indianapolis, IN 46206
www.legion.org
Charles Graybiel
317-630-1212
04/15/2012
AMVETS Scholarship For children and grandchildren of AMVETS members or of a
deceased veteran who would have been eligible for AMVETS
membership. Various scholarships available.
Amount: $1,000 per year
AMVETS National Headquarters
4647 Forbes Boulevard
Lanham, MD 20706-4380
Phone: (301) 459-9600
Toll-Free: 1-877-726-8387
e-mail: [email protected]
www.amvets.org/programs/scholarships
04/15/2012
Baptist General Conventions of Texas - Mary Hill
Davis Ethnic/Minority Scholarship ProgramProgram
Must be a person of ethnic/minority background and be a
member of Texas Baptist congregation, resident of state of
Texas, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, must attend a Baptist
college in Texas.
Amount: $800 - $1,600
Baptist General Convention of Texas
333 N. Washington St.
Dallas, TX 75246-1798
1-888.244.9400
http://texasbaptists.org/church-resources/student-
financial-aid/mary-hill-davis-ethnic-minority-scholarship-
program/
04/15/2012
Beans for Brains Scholarship Program For graduating high school seniors, undergraduate, graduate and
professional school students. Your major can be in any field, but
you must be a knitter or crocheter and submit a photo of yourlatest project to qualify for this award.
Amount: $2,250
Jimmy Beans Wool
1312 Capital Blvd. #103
Reno NV 89502Phone (775)827-YARN (9276)
Toll Free (877)JBW-KNIT (529-5648)
www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarshipHome.asp
04/15/2012
Catching the Dream Scholarship Fund Students must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian, and be
an enrolled member of a U. S. tribe. Applicants must have
excellent grades, high ACT or SAT scores, some work
experience, a track record of leadership, and a strong
commitment to their Indian community.
Amount: $500 - $5,000
Catching the Dream
8200 Mountain Road, N.E., Suite 203
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Phone: (505) 262-2351
Email: [email protected]
http://catchingthedream.org/Scholarship.htm
04/15/2012
College JumpStart Scholarship Fund Available to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors and
current college students. Must be committed to going to school
and be able express your goals for getting a higher education.
Amount: $250 - $1,500
For more information, see website at: www.jumpstart-
scholarship.net
04/15/2012
Page 5Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 6/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUELegacy Park Scholarship High school Senior. Must have a minimum 3.7 GPA, 2000 SAT,
29 ACT, demonstrate financial need and extracurricular and
community participation.
Amount: $1,000
Legacy Park Foundation
ATTN: Scholarship Director
5240 Tennyson Parkway, Suite 207
Plano, Texas [email protected]
www.legacyparkfoundation.org
04/15/2012
National High School Essay Contest - American
Foreign Service Association
Essay contest is open to students, grades 9 - 12, in all states. If
parents are members of the United States Foreign Service, you
are NOT eligible.
Amount: $500 - $2,500
National High School Essay Contest
American Foreign Service Association
2101 E. St., N.W.
Washington, DC 20037
1-800-704-AFSA
202-338-4045
www.afsa.org/essay_contest
04/15/2012
New Leaf Publishing Group - Master Books Essay
Scholarship
HS Junior/Senior with 3.0 GPA, enrolled or enrolling in 2-4 yr
college.
Amount: $3,000
Master Books Scholarship Essay Program
PO Box 726
Green Forest, AR 72638
www.newleafpublishinggroup.com/scholarship.php
04/15/2012
Sembradores De Amistad Educational Foundation,
Inc.
For disadvantaged Hispanic students graduating from High
Schools within Harris County and adjoining School Districts.
Upper 50% of class.
Amount: Not listed
SEMBRADORES DE AMISTAD EDUCTIONAL
FOUNDATION, INC.
P.O. Box 20388
Houston, Texas 77225-0388(713) 665-3401
www.sembradoresdeamistad.org
04/15/2012
Texas Tennis Foundation Various scholarships for high school students entering college
and college students in good standing at their college or
university, are U.S. citizens, and live in the Texas Section.
Amount: $1,000
Scholarship Committee
Texas Tennis and Education Foundation
8105 Exchange Drive
Austin, TX 78754
(512)443-1334 ext 201
www.texastennisfoundation.com
04/15/2012
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute For Latino students who have a history of performing publicservice-oriented activities in their communities.
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
CHCI Scholarship Awards911 2nd St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
1-800-EXCEL-DC
www.chci.org
04/16/2012
Greater Houston Athletic Trainers Society For use by a Houston area graduating high school student
athletic trainer to further their college education, regardless of
major. Must be recommended by your school Athletic Trainer.
Amount: $500
For more information, see webpage at:
www.ghats.org/student.html
04/16/2012
Page 6Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 7/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEInstitute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) -
Thacher Scholars Award
Awards will be given to secondary school students (grades 9-12)
demonstrating the best use of satellites or other geospatial
technologies or data to study Earth.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
Institute for Global Environmental Strategies
Attention: Thacher Contest
1600 Wilson Blvd., Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22209703-312-0823
[email protected] www.strategies.org
04/16/2012
Touro Synagogue Foundation For high school Seniors. Submit an interpretive work focusing on
the George Washington Letter to the Hebrew Congregation in
Newport, RI, in context with the present time. (letter is on
Foundation website)
Amount: $500
For more information, see website at:
www.tourosynagogue.org (click on "Touro Synagogue
Foundation")
04/16/2012
Visine - Students with Vision Scholarship Everyone has a vision - What’s yours? Whether you want to playfor the NBA, invent a video game, design clothing or lead a
crusade against world hunger, we want to know what makes
YOU a Student with Vision!
Amount: $5,000
For more information, see website at:www.visine.com/scholarship
04/16/2012
Holocaust Remembrance Project Essay Contest Open to students under 19 yrs old. Write essay less than 1,200
words on why it is vital to remember and pass on to a new
generation the history and lessons of the Holocaust.
Amount: $250 - 5,000
Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation, Inc.
PO Box 2877
Tampa, FL 33601-2877
1-866-HK-CARESwww.holocaust.hklaw.com
04/19/2012
Blinded Veterans Association - Kathern F. Gruber
Scholarship Program
For dependent children of blinded U.S. Armed Forces veterans.
For more information, contact the Blinded Veterans Association.
Amount: Not listed
Blinded Veterans Association
477 H Street, Northwest
Washington, DC 20001-2694
Phone: 202-371-8880
E-mail: [email protected]
www.bva.org
04/20/2012
Don't Mess with Texas Scholarship For graduating Texas high school Seniors who have taken
leadership roles to prevent litter in their schools or communities.
Amount: Up To $3,000
Don't Mess with Texas Scholarship Program
c/o EnviroMedia1717 West 6th Street, Suite 400
Austin, TX 78703
512-476-4368 x 308
http://dontmesswithtexas.org/programs/scholarship
04/20/2012
Page 7Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 8/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEHouston Golf Association - Friends of Junior Golf
Scholarship
For students who have participated in a junior golf program and
who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement
during high school or college and who have a definite financial
need. Resident of Greater Houston area.
Amount: $5,000
Junior Golf Scholarship
c/o Houston Golf Association
5810 Wilson Road, Ste 112
Humble, Texas 77396281-454-7000
www.hga.org/scholarship_application.cfm
04/20/2012
Jose Antonio Navarro Distinguished Student
Scholarship Award
Qualifications for scholarship are based on good academic
standing, leadership qualities and demonstrating an awareness
of needs and issues within the community.
Amount: $1,000
Casa Navarro State Historic Site
JAN Student Scholarship Award
228 So. Laredo
San Antonio, Texas 78207-4544
210.226.4801
www.visitcasanavarro.com (click on "Explore")
04/21/2012
Little People of America Scholarship, Inc. Scholarships are given in order of preference:
members of LPA who have a medically diagnosed form of
dwarfism, immediate family members of dwarfs who are also
paid members of LPA, people with dwarfism who are not
members of LPA, disabled students in general, non-disabled
students who can demonstrate a need for financial educational
assistance
Amount: $250 - $1,000
Jon North
VP of Programs
250 El Camino Real, Suite 201
Tustin, CA 92780
E-mail: [email protected]
04/22/2012
Student-View Scholarship HS Seniors will be entered in a random drawing after 15-25minute online survey.
Amount: $500 - $4,000
see website. 04/22/2012
National Council of Minorities in Engineering Pre-
Engineering Scholarship
African American, Latino, and American Indian high school
seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence,
leadership skills and a commitment to science and engineering
as a career goal.
Amount: $2,500
NACME
440 Hamilton Ave, Suite 302
White Plains NY 10601-1813
914-539-4010
04/23/2012
Willamette Writers Kay Snow Awards For grades 1 - 12. May submit original written entry in six
categories: fiction, nonfiction, juvenile, poetry, student writer orscreenwriting.
Amount: $10 - $300
Willamette Writers
2108 Buck StWest Linn, OR 97068
(503) 305-6729
www.willamettewriters.com/1/kaysnow.php
04/23/2012
Page 8Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 9/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUENPG (Negative Population Growth) Population
Scholarship Essay Contest
Senior in high school or college freshman, sophomore or junior.
Submit essay on topic: "Without critical changes, U.S. population
is projected to reach 438 million
people in less than 40 years. Explain how this projected growthwill negatively affect the United States socially, economically and
environmentally."
Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
NPG Essay Contest
PO Box 1265
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone (703) [email protected]
www.npg.org
04/24/2012
ThinkQuest A team competition where students work together to create an
innovative website on any topic within a broad range of
educational categories listed on sponsor's website.
Amount: Computer
For more information, see website at:
www.thinkquest.org/competition/index.html
04/25/2012
Fountainhead Essay Contest - Ayn Rand Institute For 11th and 12th grade students.
Amount: $50 - $10,000
Ayn Rand Institute
2121 Alton Parkway
Suite 250
Irvine, CA 92606
949-222-6550
www.aynrand.org (Click on "Essay Contests")
04/26/2012
Azteca Scholarship Minimum 2.0 grade point average, Chicano/Mexicano/Raza
descent. Documented/Undocumented are encouraged to apply.
Amount: Not listed
Azteca Scholarship
5115 Harrisburg
Houston, Texas 77011713-926-8771
www.angelfire.com/ma3/xicanopower/HCS/aztecaschol
04/27/2012
Houston Museum of Natural Science - Evelyn
Frensley Scholarship
For outstanding HS Juniors in Harris County, TX who show
outstanding achievement in math and science.
Amount: $1,500
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
Education Department
One Hermann Circle Drive
Houston, TX 77030
713.639.4651
www.hmns.org (click on "Education")
04/27/2012
National Association of Retired Federal Employees
Scholarships
Children and grandchildren, stepchildren and great-grandchildren
of NARFE members may be eligible to apply for scholarship. 3.0
GPA. Essay required.
Amount: $1,000
NARFE National Headquarters
606 N. Washington ST.
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 838-7760
www.narfe.org
04/27/2012
Page 9Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 10/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUENational Sheriffs Association Scholarship Must be employed in law enforcement and a member of National
Sheriff's Association.
Amount: Varies
National Sheriffs' Association
Attn: NSA Scholarship Program
1450 Duke Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314800.424.7827 Toll Free • 703.836.7827 Phone
www.sheriffs.org/about/Scholarships.asp
04/27/2012
Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation Scholarship Applicant's parent or guardian must be a certified peace officer
or detention officer in the State of Texas at the time of
application for scholarship or at the time of the parent's death.
Essay required.
Amount: $500
Peace Officers' Memorial Foundation
400 West 14th Street, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78701
(800) 252-8153
www.pomf.org
04/27/2012
Texas Chief Deputies Association - Melvin Drum
Memorial Scholarship
Available to any son, daughter, stepson or stepdaughter of any
Sheriff’s Office Employee, working for a Sheriff’s Office in theState of Texas. The recipients are required to attend a College,
University or Trade School within the State of Texas.
Amount: $1,000
David Thurman – President
Chief DeputyRandall County Sheriff’s Office
9100 S. Georgia Street
Amarillo, Texas 79118
Office: 806-468-5800
Email: [email protected]
www.texaschiefdeputiesassociation.com
04/27/2012
World Affairs Council of Houston HS senior enrolled or accepted into a college, resident of Texas,
US citizen, show financial need and community involvement.
Amount: $2,500
Education Outreach—World Affairs Scholar
World Affairs Council of Houston
P.O. Box 920905
Houston, TX [email protected]
713-522-7811.
04/27/2012
Beckstrand Cancer Foundation - National
Scholarship Foundation
Multiple scholarships available for individuals under the age of 25
who have been diagnosed with cancer and show financial need.
3.0 GPA
Amount: $2,000
Beckstrand Cancer Foundation
20341 Birch Street, Ste 310
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Tel: 949.955.0099
04/29/2012
All About Education Scholarship For students 13+yrs. old enrolled or planning to enroll in post-
secondary education. Essay required.
Amount: $3,000
For more information, see webpage at:
www.scholarshipexperts.com
04/30/2012
American Foundation for the Blind Scholarships Multiple awards available. Proof of legal blindness, essay
require.
Amount: $500-3,500
American Foundation for the Blind
1000 Fifth Ave.
Suite 350
Huntington, WV 25701
Attn: Tara Annis
Tele (304) 523-8651
04/30/2012
Page 10Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 11/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAmerican Legacy Foundation - Dr. Alma S. Adams
Scholarship
Award based on record of commitment to service related to
tobacco prevention and/or control; the best use of the visual arts,
media, creative writing to convey culturally appropriate health
messages aimed at raising awareness of tobacco’s harmful
impact.
Amount: $,5000
email: [email protected] 04/30/2012
Bill Dickey Scholarship Association - National
Minority Junior Golf Scholarship Association
Awards based on participation in golf, school and community
service activities, financial needs, employment, extracurricular
activities and other responsibilities will be considered. GPA 2.5
or higher.
Amount: $1,000 - $3,500
Bill Dickey Scholarship Association
1140 E. Washington Street, Suite 103
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: (602) 258-7851
E-Mail: [email protected]
04/30/2012
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes For outstanding young people, 8-18, making a significantdifference to people and our planet. Nominees must have been
the prime mover of a service activity, and demonstrated positive
spirit and high moral purpose in accomplishing their goals.
Amount: $2,500
Amount: $2,500 - may be applied to higher education or to
service project.
The Barron Prize545 Pearl Street
Boulder, CO 80302
www.barronprize.org
04/30/2012
Goss-Michael Foundation Scholarships The Goss-Michael Foundation offers scholarships annually to
students in the DFW area and throughout Texas in order toassist high school seniors with the challenging costs of pursuing
a visual arts education at the college level.
Amount: $5,000
Goss-Michael Foundation
1405 Turtle Creek BoulevardDallas, TX 75207
214) 696-0555
www.gossmichaelfoundation.org
04/30/2012
Harness Horse Youth Foundation Various scholarships from the Harness House Youth Foundation
for students who have demonstrated passion for harness racing.
Amount: $500 - $1,000
Harness Horse Youth Foundation
16575 Carey Road
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 867-5877
04/30/2012
Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards
Conference (HENAAC)
For Hispanic students majoring in engineering, applied science,
material science, computer science and mathematics. Multiple
scholarships available.
Amount: $500 - $8,500
Great Minds in STEM™
ATTN: HENAAC Scholars
3900 Whiteside Street
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 262-0997
www.greatmindsinstem.org/henaac/scholar
04/30/2012
Page 11Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 12/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEInternational Order of Job's Daughters Scholarship Applicant must be member of International Order of Job's
Daughters. Multiple scholarships.
Amount: $750-$1,500
Sandy Hampton, Chairman, Educational Scholarships
Committee
2087 Lakeland Avenue
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
216-226-3649
04/30/2012
ISA Texas Channel Section Scholarship Applicant must be nominated by a member in good standing of
the ISA Texas Channel Section. High School Senior or college
student.
Amount: $2,000
Education Chairman
ISA Texas Channel Section
P.O. Box 692
Deer Park, Texas 77536
(713) 366-5761
www.isa.org/~texch
04/30/2012
Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship For US citizens ages 17-25 admitted or enrolled in an accredited
four-year historically black college or university in the US withminimum 3.0 GPA. Essay required.
Amount: $2,000
Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship
Endowment7033 Cobblecreek Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80922
Ph: (719) 597-1320
www.joshgardnerendowment.org
04/30/2012
LEAGUE at AT&T Foundation Scholarship Multiple scholarships available at this website.
Amount: $1,500 - $2,500
Charles Eader, Executive Director
LEAGUE Foundation
Academic Scholarships
One AT&T Way, Room 4B214J
Bedminster, NJ 07921
www.leaguefoundation.org
04/30/2012
Marine Technology Society - Houston Section Multiple scholarships available on this website.
Amount: $2,000-3,000
Dewayne Hollin
Texas Sea Grant College Program
2700 Earl Rudder Freeway South, Suite 1800
College Station, TX 77485
979/845-3857
email: [email protected]
04/30/2012
Marines Memorial Association Scholarship Program Multiple scholarships available to members, children or
grandchildren of members of the Marines Memorial Association.
Amount: $2,500 - $10,000
Marines’ Memorial Association
609 Sutter StreetSan Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 673-6672 x293
04/30/2012
Organization for Autism Research (OAR) - Schwallie
Family Scholarship Program
For qualified individuals with autism or Asperger Syndrome
residing in the United States pursuing post-secondary education.
Amount: $3,000
For more information, see website at:
www.researchautism.org/news/otherevents/scholarship.
asp
04/30/2012
Page 12Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 13/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEP. L. Titus Scholarship/E. M. Koeppel Short Fiction
Contest
Awarded for unpublished fiction. Entry fee $10-15 per
submission. Addtional $500 available to students.
Amount: $1,100
Koeppel Contest
P.O. Box 140310
Gainesville, FL 32614
04/30/2012
PFLAG/HATCH Youth Scholarship Foundation For lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered students in the
Houston area who have demonstrated outstanding achievement
while in high school or college. 2.0 GPA. Essay required.
Amount: $1,000 - $16,000
PHYSF
P.O. Box 667010
Houston, TX 77266
(832) 215-8548
04/30/2012
Prime Contractors, Inc. David Honeycutt Memorial
Scholarship
For students enrolling in a College or University preparing for a
career in Construction Management, Architecture or Civil
Engineering. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $1,000
Prime Contractors, Inc.
525 N. Belt, Suite 172
Houston, TX 77060
Phone: 281-999-0875
04/30/2012
Retired Enlisted Association's National Scholarship must have a parent, grandparent or great-grandparent who is or
was a member in good standing (deceased or otherwise) of
TREA or TREA's National Auxiliary. Essay required.
Amount: Not listed
TREA National Headquarters
1111 S. Abilene Ct.
Aurora, CO 80012-4909
1-800-338-9337
www.trea.org
04/30/2012
SEVENTEEN Magazine - Pretty Amazing Contest Supply essay describing why she is ―Pretty Amazing‖, no greater than 1,000 characters, along with two photos of herself, alone,
taken within the last six months.
Amount: $20,000
For more information, see website at:www.seventeen.com
04/30/2012
Sociedad de Puertorriqueños en Houston For HS graduates with GPA at least 2.5, command of the
Spanish language; essay required.
Amount: not listed
Sociedad de Puertorriqueños en Houston, Inc.
P. O. B. 441733 Houston, Texas, 77244-1733
Tel. (281) 731-3572
www.sociedadprenhouston.org - sociedaddepuert
04/30/2012
United South and Eastern Tribes, Inc. ScholarshipFund
For Indian students in the USET service area. Show financialneed, satisfactory scholastic standing and current enrollment of
acceptance in college or university.
Amount: $500
USET Scholarship Fund711 Stewarts Ferry Pike Ste 100
Nashville TN 37214
Attn: Callie Leasure
(615) 872-7900
04/30/2012
Upakar Foundation For HS seniors born or have 1 parent born in the Republic of
India. US citizen or green card. 3.6 GPA, household income less
than $75,000.
Amount: $2,000
Upakar Scholarship Selection Committee
10237 Nolan Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
www.upakarfoundation.org/scholarships
04/30/2012
Page 13Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 14/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEYoung Native Writers Essay Contest Open to all Native American Indian and Alaska Native high
school students (9-12) who are enrolled members of a state-or
federally-recognized tribe. Essay: "Describe a crucial issue
confronting your tribal community today. Explain how you hope
to help your tribal community respond to this challenge and
improve its future."
Amount: $2,500
Young Native Writers Essay Contest
Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation, Inc.
PO Box 2877
Tampa, FL 33601
e-mail: [email protected]
Toll-free: 1-866-452-2737
http://nativewriters.hklaw.com
04/30/2012
American Floral Endowment Scholarships Various scholarships for students interested in pursuing a career
that is in a horticulture-related field. Meet the school-year and
specific-criteria requirements for each scholarship. Have a
minimum 3.0 grade point average. U.S. citizen.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
AFE Scholarship Applications
American Floral Endowment
1601 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 838-5211
http://endowment.org/floriculture-
scholarshipsinternships.html
05/01/2012
Candlelighters - Childhood Cancer Family Alliance Applicants must have been treated prior to the age of 18 at MD
Anderson or Texas Children's Hospital in Houston to be eligible.
Must be between the ages of 16 - 24.
Amount: Not listed
Candlelighters Scholarship Fund
8323 Southwest Freeway, Ste. 435
Houston, TX 77074
713-270-4700
www.candle.org/scholarship_program.html
05/01/2012
Music Publishers Association and National
Association for Music Education - CopyrightAwareness Scholarship
Between ages 13 - 25. Create video to be used to educate peers
on the importance of intellectual property and copyright law.
Amount: $2,000 - $5,000
For more information, see website at:
www.mpa.org/content/2012-copyright-awareness-scholarship
05/01/2012
National Academy of American Scholars (NAAS)
Awards
For high school seniors who exhibit scholastic excellence,
leadership, merit, integrity and outstanding character. Must be
citizen or permanent resident and have a "C" average.
Amount: $200 - $25,000
For more information, see website at:
www.naas.org
05/01/2012
Vietnamese American Scholarship Foundation Multiple scholarships for students of Vietnamese descent.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
The Vietnamese American Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 429Stafford, TX 77497 [email protected]
www.vietscholarships.org
05/06/2012
Carpe Diem Foundation of Illinois Scholarship
Program
For HS freshman, sophomore, junior. Selection based on
demonstrated leadership, community service, character,
academics, and potential to improve the quality of human life.
$1,500
05/09/2012
Page 14Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 15/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEBlind Mice Mart - Mouse Hole Scholarship Program Applicants or their parent or parents corrected vision must be
20/200 or worse in both eyes, i.e. legally visually impaired, to
apply for this scholarship.
Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
Mouse Hole Scholarships
c/o Blind Mice inc
16810 Pinemoor Way
Houston, TX 77058
713 893 7277
www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Home
05/15/2012
Society of Women Engineers National Scholarships Various scholarships offered by the Society of Women
Engineers. Applicant must desire a career in Engineering. 3.5
GPA.
Amount: $1,000 - $20,000
The Society of Women Engineers
203 N La Salle Street, Suite 1675
Chicago, IL 60601
1.877.793.4636
http://societyofwomenengineers.swe.org
05/15/2012
Corinne Jeannine Schillings Foundation Scholarship For young women who have attained at least the honor of Silver
Award Girl Scout, and who plan to or are currently pursuing acollege major or minor in foreign language. 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $1,500
CORINNE JEANNINE SCHILLINGS FOUNDATION
10645 Nebraska St.Frankfort, Illinois 60423-2223
815-534-5598 or 630-886-0507
www.cjsfoundation.org
05/18/2012
Tagore Society of Houston For Texas high school Seniors. Contestants will review a famous
quote from Tagore and write an essay based on its relevance to
current times and how it can help you personally and today’s
society.
Amount: $500 - $1,000
Tagore Society of Houston
14227 Fern
Houston, TX 77079
www.tagoresociety.org
05/18/2012
“Dream Deferred” Essay Contest on Civil Rights in
the Middle East
Entrants must be 25 years old or younger. Entrants must reside
in Arab League member states, Iran, Afghanistan or the United
States. Essay required.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
Submit essay online at:
www.hamsaweb.org/essay/rules.html
05/27/2012
Student Award Search - B. Davis Scholarship For all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students
currently registered in any post secondary institution. Essay:
"Discuss, in less than 1000 words, how your education has
contributed to who you are today, or how it will affect who you will
become."
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
05/28/2012
Page 15Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 16/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEHealthy Lifestyles Scholarship Open to currently enrolled high school seniors or first-year
college students. Must be a U.S. citizen, be under 25 years of
age and answer both of the following two essay questions: in
under 1000 words, "Why is a healthy lifestyle important in
school?" and in under 500 words, describe your career plans,
goals and personal ambitions.
Amount: $5,000
Enter online at:
www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
05/30/2012
AccountingCareersforDummies.com "Future
Accounting Professional" Scholarship Program
For high school seniors who intend to pursue an accounting
degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.accountingcareersfordummies.com
05/31/2012
Al's Formal Wear Scholarship Must be at least 17 years old and currently attending an
accredited high school in Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana,
Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas or Wyoming. Essay required.
Amount: $1,000
Applications available at any Al's Formal Wear location.
Formal Specialists, Ltd.
7807 Main Street
Houston, Texas 77030
1-877-730-4TUX
www.alsformalwear.com/scholarships.asp
05/31/2012
Christian Connector Scholarship Register on website to find information about Christian colleges
and universities and enter random drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $1,000 - $2,500
The Christian Connector
627 24 1/2 Road, Suite D
Grand Junction, CO 81505800-667-0600 or 970-256-1610
www.christianconnector.com
05/31/2012
Inheritance of Hope Legacy Scholarship Awarded to a college-bound high school senior who is living with
a terminally ill parent and who demonstrates a compelling
personal and financial need, a strong sense of family, and
collegiate promise.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
http://inheritanceofhope.org/scholarships/17-available-
scholarships.html
05/31/2012
Samsung Techwin America Scholarship Program HS students with an interest in future technologies. Essay
required.
Amount: $1,000
Submit essay by e-mail at:
www.samsungscholarship.com
05/31/2012
Tylenol Scholarship Will be judged on the basis of leadership responsibilities in
community activities and school activities and on grade point
average. Must be pursuing careers in the healthcare, life
sciences or related fields
Amount: $5,000 - $10,000
For more information and to apply online, see website
at: www.tylenol.com
1-800-877-TYLENOL
05/31/2012
Page 16Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 17/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEWiseChoice $2,500 Find the Right College
Scholarship
Citizen or legal resident of the United States. Must be 13 years
of age or older. Must graduate from high school in 2012, 2013,
2014, 2015. Must register at WiseChoice.com. Essay required.
Amount: $2,500
For more information, see website at:
www.wisechoice.com/scholarship
05/31/2012
Big Dig Scholarship For high school Seniors or first and second year college
students. Essay on theme: "In 200 years, one of your relatives is
going to be digging up what is now your backyard. They are
going to find something you buried in 2012 and it is going to put
any financial worries they have to rest."
Amount: $3,000
For more information, see website at:
www.antiquetrader.tv/studentscholarship.php
06/01/2012
John Gyles Education Awards 1 scholarship available for students in US and Canada.
Academic achievement and financial need. 3.5 GPA. Must be
accepted to a college or university program.
Amount: $3,000
John Gyles Education Awards
Attention: R. James Cougle, Administrator
P.O. Box 4808
103-259 Brunswick Street
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Canada E3B 1G8
(506) 459-7460
www.johngyleseducationcenter.com
06/01/2012
Science of Black Hair Write a reflective essay describing how your textured hair hasaffected various aspects of your life from dating, to career
choice, self esteem, family relationships, etc.
Amount: $1,000
The Science of Black HairSaja Publishing Company
P.O. Box 2383
Stafford, TX 77497
Email: [email protected]
www.blackhairscience.com/scholarships.html
06/01/2012
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and
seniors and current college students. Essay: "What was the
most difficult time in your life, and why? How did your
perspective on life change as a result of this difficulty?"
Amount: $1,000
Submissions must be sent by email at:
For more information, see website at:
www.abbottandfenner.com
06/15/2012
Page 17Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
S h l hi M hl !
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 18/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEMan Mac Automatic Transmissions Scholarship Essay topic: Receiving good grades is one of many things that
will help you succeed in your undergraduate studies. Write an
essay detailing what you believe are some of the other key
things that will help you succeed in your undergraduate studies.
Please ensure that you elaborate on your reasons. For example,
you should not just state Good Study Habits or Exercise
Regularly, but instead should explain how or why these things
will help.
Amount: $500
For more informatilon, see website at:
www.transmissionkamloops.com/transmission.html
06/15/2012
BigSun Athletics Scholarships High School Senior. All student athletes are eligible for this
award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Essay
required.
Amount: $500
All essay submissions should be sent to:
[email protected]. For more
information, see website at: www.bigsunathletics.com
06/22/2012
BBG Communications Scholarship For students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are currently in
or will be attending an institution of higher education. Must
answer two essay questions found on the application page.
Amount: $1,000
Breylan Communications
3000 John Hawkins Parkway
Hoover, Alabama 35244
205.383.1753
www.breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/
132/scholarships.php
06/30/2012
Intellectual Property Owners (IPO) Education
Foundation - IP Video Contest
Entrants who are between the ages of 13 and 18 must be
enrolled as full-time students in an accredited secondary, college
level or trade school. Submit an original video on one or more
issues or topics related to the importance of the patent system.
The video should convey creatively and concisely why the
entrant believes the patent system is important.
Amount: $1,500 - $5,000
Intellectual Property Owners Education Foundation
1501 M St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
PH: 202-507-4500
EMAIL: [email protected]
www.ipvideocontest.com
07/01/2012
100 Free College Rides You Don’t Need Daddy to PayFor
"100 Free College Rides You Don’t Need Daddy to Pay For" Thisarticle was posted on a blog in January 2008. It may be
outdated, but still worth a look.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:www.advantageedu.com/blog/2008/100-free-college-
rides-you-dont-need-daddy-to-pay-for
Not Listed
Page 18Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
S h l hi M thl !
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 19/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAmerica's Homecoming Queen Contest To qualify, applicant must be a high school homecoming queen,
football or basketball and have never participated in America’s
Homecoming Queen Selection before.
Amount: Not listed
America's Homecoming Queen Contest
NATIONAL OFFICE
6744 KIRBY TRACE COVE
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE 38119
Email: [email protected]
901-755-9144
www.americashomecomingqueen.com
Not Listed
American Legion Samsung Boys and Girls State
Scholarship
High school juniors who participate in and complete either an
American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls
State Program and be a direct descendant or a legally adopted
child of a U.S. wartime veteran who served on active duty during
one or more of the periods of war.
Amount: $1,000 - $20,000
For more information, see website at: www.legion.org
Deadline: Normally the application is submitted to
program staff upon arrival at your respective Boys/Girls
State program.
Not Listed
AmeriCorps Program If you successfully completed a term of service with
AmeriCorps*VISTA in an approved national service position, you
are eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award to help
pay for college expenses. Must be at least 17 yrs. old and a
citizen or permanent resident.
Amount: Up to $4,725 per year.
AmeriCorps
1201 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20525
(202) 606-5000
www.americorps.gov
Not Listed
Assistance League of Houston For special needs students from The Briarwood School, SpringBranch and Houston Independent School District to help further
their college or special education goals.
Amount: Varies
Assistance League of Houston1902 Commonwealth
Houston Texas, TX 77006-1836
Administrative Office: (713) 526-7983
www.assistanceleaguehou.org
Not Listed
Association for Compensatory Educators of Texas
(ACET)
For graduating high school Seniors who have, at some time in
their school career, been enrolled in a compensatory education
program. Compensatory Education includes programs such as
Title I, Bilingual/ESL, State Compensatory Education (SCE),
Migrant and Homeless.
Amount: $1,000
For further information regarding scholarships, please
contact Sharon Jensen, Scholarship Chairperson at:
[email protected] or see website at: www.acetx.org
Not Listed
Athletic Aid.com A website for sports scholarship information, recruiting, eligibility
and more.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.athleticaid.com
Not Listed
Page 19Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 20/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAutomotive Women's Alliance Scholarship Available to women who are pursuing education in business,
design, engineering or related fields with a focus on the
automotive industry.
Amount: Not listed
Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation
P.O. Box 4305
Troy, MI 48099
(877) 393-AWAF (2923)
www.awafoundation.org
Not Listed
Barbizon Scholarship Barbizon Modeling Schools are giving an opportunity to win a
free 4-year College Scholarship to the school of the applicant's
choice. Fill out entry form for chance to win.
One winner is randomly chosen every 12 months.
Amount: Up to $100,000
Fill out entry form at: www.barbizonscholarship.com Not Listed
Brazoria Telephone Company Scholarship Must be a resident of Brazoria County,Texas.
Applicants must have outstanding high school scholastic record.
Must enroll at a college or university with a minimum of 12 credit
hours. Applications must be submitted to the office of Brazoria
Telephone Company no later than 90 days prior to beginning of
the semester that the scholarship would be awarded.
Amount: $8,000
Brazoria Telephone Company
314 W. Texas Street
Brazoria, Texas 77422
979.798.2121
Email: [email protected]
http://btel.com/scholarship.html
Not Listed
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation
Scholarship Program (BNSF Foundation).
Scholarships for high school seniors who are dependents of
BNSF employees.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
BNSF Foundation
2650 Lou Menk Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76131-2830
Phone: (817) 867-6458
www.bnsffoundation.org/giving.html
Not Listed
Call Me MISTER Program The program provides tuition assistance through Loan
Forgiveness programs for admitted students pursuing approved
programs of study in teacher education at participating colleges.
Amount: Tuition assistance
Call Me MISTER
203 Holtzendorff
Clemson University
Clemson, SC [email protected]
Toll-free: 1-800-640-2657
www.callmemister.clemson.edu
Not Listed
Careers and Colleges Scholarship Sweepstakes Enter random drawing for scholarship when you register on the
Careers and Colleges website. Contest starts in September and
ends in May.
Amount: $10,000
Register online at: www.careersandcolleges.com Not Listed
Page 20Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 21/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUECatholic Union of Texas - KJT Scholarship Must be KJT member. Academic achievement and
extracurricular activities considered.
Amount: Not listed
For more information, see website at: http://kjtnet.org
(click on "benefits") or contact KJT State Office at 1-800-
245-8182 or email: [email protected]
Not Listed
Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship HS senior with 2.8 GPA. Demonstrate a strong commitment to
community service and display leadership abilities in school
activities or through work experience. Must be nominated by a
Principal or Guidance Counselor.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, go to: www.comcast.com (click
on "About", then "Community Investment")
Not Listed
COSTEP.org Scholarship Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $5,000
Enter online at: www.costep.org Not Listed
Department of Veterans Affairs Student Volunteer
Program
The James H. Parke Memorial Youth Scholarship Award
provides scholarship opportunities to students who volunteer at
VA medical centers.
Amount: Not listed
For more information, see website at:
www.volunteer.va.gov/StudentProgram.asp
Not Listed
Federal Tax Benefits for Education Tax-Free Benefits - Certain payments or special programs'
distributions are free of tax when used for qualifying educational
expenses.
Amount: Varies
See Internal Revenue Service website at:
http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=121452,00.ht
ml
Not Listed
Fleetwood Memorial Foundation Educational funds for college are available to the dependents of
Texas Law Enforcement or Fire Protection Personnel who were
killed in the performance of their duties.
Amount: Not listed
Fleetwood Memorial Foundation
501 South Fielder Rd
Arlington, Texas 76013
(817) 261-8954
www.fleetwoodmemorial.org
Not Listed
Foster Care Children Scholarships Foster care children may be eligible for funding of up to $5000
per year if enrolled in college or a vocational or technical training
program!
Amount: $5,000
For more information, see website at:
www.statevoucher.org
Not Listed
Global Challenge Award High school students in grades 9 - 12, who speak/write English.
Year-round registration, costs $25. The Global Challenge is an
online international competition that encourages learning in
science, technology, engineering and mathematics
Amount: Varies
To register and obtain additional information and
assistance in finding your team members, see website
at: www.globalchallengeaward.org
Not Listed
Page 21Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 22/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEGolden Corral Restaurants Education Loan Program For employees of the Golden Corral Restaurant. Loan will be
reduced for each month student works full time with Golden
Corral after completion of degree.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
Contact your local Golden Corral Restaurant for more
information.
www.goldencorral.com (click on "Career Opportunities",
then on "Restaurant Co-worker Opportunities")
Not Listed
Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships The Good Samaritan Foundation sponsors scholarships for
nursing students at all levels. Must be a Texas resident.
Amount: Varies
Good Samaritan Foundation
5615 Kirby Drive, Suite 610
Houston, Texas 77005
713.529.4646 - Phone
www.gsftx.org
Not Listed
Harvard College Tuition Reduction A major new initiative designed to encourage talented students
from families of low and moderate income to attend Harvard
College. Families with incomes of less than $60,000 will no
longer be expected to contribute to the cost of attending Harvard
for their children. In addition, Harvard will reduce the
contributions expected of families with incomes of $180,000 or
less.
Amount: Tuition reduction
For more information, see website at:
http://fao.fas.harvard.edu
Harvard College Financial Aid Office
86 Brattle Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Telephone: 617-495-1581
Not Listed
Houston Automobile Dealers Association (HADA)
Scholarship Program
For dependents of dealership personnel, dealership personnel
and AYES participants
Amount: $2,000 in 2011
Not Listed
Houston Community College Opportunity 14
Scholarship
The Opportunity 14 Scholarship helps students in the
gap—those who qualify for some financial aid, but not enough to
pay for their education. Must enroll in HCC in at least 12 credit
hours.
Amount: Up to $1,500 per year
For more information, see website at:
www.opportunity14.org
Not Listed
Imagine America Foundation Every high school in the United States and Puerto Rico can
select up to three graduating seniors to receive a "Imagine
America" scholarship. Students must meet the standard
admissions requirements of the more than 400 participating
career colleges. High school Seniors can start applying on
January 1 of the current school year.
Amount: $1,000
Imagine America Foundation
1101 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
Suite 901
Washington, DC 20036
202.336.6800
www.imagine-america.org
Not Listed
Iris-Samuel Rothman Scholarship Open to college bound High School Seniors, undergraduate,
graduate and post-graduate male students who have lost their
mother and have either lost their father or does not have a father
available to him. Essay required.
Amount: $500 - $5,000
Iris-Samuel Rothman Scholarship
P.O. Box 620643
Newton, MA 02462
617-686-3556
www.iris-samuelrothmanscholarship.org
Not Listed
Page 22Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 23/49
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEJoy and Hope Project Scholarships For students who have lost a parent or sibling, and still gives
back to the community with service.
Amount: Not listed
Project Joy & Hope
PO Box. 5111
Pasadena, TX, 77508
Local Phone: (713) 944-6569
Toll Free: 1-866-JOY-HOPEwww.joyandhope.org/families/services.php
Not Listed
Ladimer.com Creative Writing Scholarship Not Listed
Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant
Children
The purpose of the Gloria and Joseph Mattera National
Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children is to assist financially
those migrant youth who have the potential and the desire to
further their education to achieve their personal and career
goals. Other scholarships are available on website.
Amount: $150 - $500
Gloria and Joseph Mattera National
Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children
BOCES Geneseo Migrant Center
27 Lackawanna Avenue
Mt. Morris, New York 14510
(585) 658-7960
Toll Free: (800) 245-5681www.migrant.net
Not Listed
Miss Rodeo Austin Scholarship Contest For pursuit of a degree at any Texas college or university
Amount: $2,500 - $16,000
Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo
Miss Rodeo Austin Scholarship Program
9100 Decker Lake Rd.
Austin, TX 78724
www.rodeoaustin.com (click on "Events")
Not Listed
Miss Southeast Texas Scholarship Pageant Miss Southeast Texas Scholarship Pageant is now accepting
applications for the next upcoming pageant. Contact pageant
organizers for deadline.
Amount: Up to $5,000
Miss Southeast Texas Organization
P. O. Box 22661
Houston, TX 77227
Phone: 832.723.3039
E-mail: [email protected]
www.misssetexas.org
Not Listed
National Achievement Scholarship Program Black students may enter both the National Achievement
Program and the National Merit® Program by taking the
Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(PSAT/NMSQT®) and meeting other published requirements for
participation.
Amount: $2,500
For more information, see website at:
www.nationalmerit.org/nasp.php
Not Listed
National Association for Asian and Pacific American
Education (NAAPAE)
Preference is given to Asians and Pacific Islanders (APIs) who
plan to be teachers.
Amount: Not listed
NAAPAE Headquarters/Membership
PO Box 3471
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
www.naapae.net
Not Listed
Page 23Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 24/49
p y
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUENational Exchange Club - Youth of the Year Award
and National A.C.E. of the Year Award
The A.C.E. (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) Award
recognizes high school students who have had to overcome
great physical, emotional or social obstacles and are now eligible
for high school graduation. The Youth of the Year Award
recognizes a student who serves as a role model to his or herpeers, by exhibiting exceptional scholastic achievement, respect
for self and others and ambitious career goals.
Amount: $10,000
Contact your local Exchange Club for more information
or see website at: www.exchangeclubfoundation.org
Not Listed
Next Step Magazine Shout Out Writing Contest A first person account from teenagers on subjects like peer
pressure, politics, friends, world events, culture, dating or other
relevant topics.
Amount: $100
Submit entry online only at:
www.nextstepmagazine.com (click on "Contests")
Not Listed
Nisei Student Relocation Commemorative Fund, Inc. Multiple scholarships and funds available.
Amount: $1,000
NSRC Fund
19 Scenic Drive
Portland, Connecticut 06480
www.nsrcfund.org/
Not Listed
Royal Neighbors of America Fraternal Scholarships Various scholarships offered through the Royal Neighbors of
America Society. Must be a member of RNA.
Amount: $500 - $5,000Must be a member in order to access applications.
Royal Neighbors of America
230 Sixteenth Street
Rock Island, IL 61201-8645
(800) 627-4762www.royalneighbors.org (click on "Your Membership
Benefits")
Not Listed
ScholarGamers.com Register on website and play games as selected by
ScholarGamers.com to qualify for scholarships.
Amount: Not listed
For more information, see website at:
www.scholargamers.com/2011-scholarships
Not Listed
Scholarships for U.S. Mainland High School Seniors -
Hawaii Pacific University
This program offers 20% tuition waiver scholarships, which are
awarded to incoming freshmen, graduates of high schools in the
mainland U.S.A. Must attend Hawaii Pacific University.
Amount: Reduced tuition
For more information, see website at: www.hpu.edu
(click on "High School Student")
Not Listed
Society of Iranian American Women for Education Currently SIAWE offers scholarships at eight Texas colleges and
universities. To apply for any of the scholarships, contact each
school directly. See website for participating schools.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.siawe.org/scholarships.htm
Not Listed
Page 24Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 25/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUESpecial Operations Warrior Foundation Available to students who have lost a parent involved in military
special operations.
Amount: Not listed
Special Operations Warrior Foundation
P.O. Box 13483
Tampa, FL 33681-3483
Ph: 813-805-9400
Not Listed
State Farm Companies Foundation Various scholarships for high school, undergraduate and
graduate students. Check website for other grants and awards.
Amount: Varies
Access website:
http://www.statefarm.com/about/about.asp
Not Listed
Talbots Charitable Foundation For women residing in the US or Canada who have received a
HS diploma (or GED) in the last 10 years who are enrolled or
planning to enroll in college.
$2,000-$30,000
No information listed Not Listed
TEACH GRANT PROGRAM The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher
Education (TEACH) Grant Program that provides grants to
students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or
secondary school that serves students from low-income families.
Amount: Up to $4,000
To learn more, contact the financial aid office at the
college where you will be enrolled in the Fall or go to
website at: http://studentaid.ed.gov
Not Listed
Terry Foundation Scholarship Candidates for the Terry Foundation Scholarship are selectedeach spring from Texas high school seniors who have been
admitted to the universities affiliated with the Foundation: The
University of Texas, Texas A&M University, The University of
Houston, The University of Texas at Dallas and Texas State
University-San Marcos.
Amount: Varies
Applications for the Terry Foundation Scholarship areavailable only from the Offices of Financial Aid at the
participating universities.
THE TERRY FOUNDATION
3104 Edloe, Suite 205
Houston, TX 77027
713-552-0002
1-800-941-1911
www.terryfoundation.org
Not Listed
Texas Armed Services Scholarship Program Must enter Guard service or accept a commission with the
armed services within six months of graduation from college. Be
appointed by a state representative or state senator or by the
Governor or Lieutenant Governor.
Amount: $10,000
For more information, see website at:
www.texasarmedservicescholarships.com
Not Listed
Page 25Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 26/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUETexas Early High School Graduation Scholarship US citizen or permanent resident residing in Texas, for study in
Texas. Must have completed recommended high school
curriculum at Texas public high school in less than 36 months.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.collegefortexans.com
Not Listed
Texas Electric Cooperatives Inc. Scholarships Various scholarships for rural students in Texas. Check website
to see if your local electric co-op offers scholarships.
Amount: Varies
Texas Electric Cooperatives, Inc.
1122 Colorado St. 24th Floor
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 454-0311
www.texas-ec.org (click on "Member Websites")
Not Listed
Texas Mutual Insurance Company Scholarship For surviving spouses and children of employees who died as a
result of a compensable injury or illness while covered by a
Texas Mutual Insurance Company policy.
Amount: Up to $4,000
Texas Mutual Insurance Company
6210 East Highway 290
Austin, Texas 78723-1098
1-800-859-5995
www.texasmutual.com (click on "Injured Workers")
Not Listed
Texas Sheep and Goat Raiser's Association For graduating seniors in the sheep and goat raising area who
major in some form of agricultural studies.
Amount: Not listed
Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers Association
P.O. Box 2290
San Angelo, TX 76902
325-655-7388
www.tsgra.com (click on "TSGRA Memorial) Funds")
Not Listed
Texas Society - Daughters of the American
Revolution
The Texas Society has endowed scholarships at selected Texas
Universities. Scholarships are administered only by and through
the respective Universities.
If you are interested in further information, please contact the
Texas State Scholarship Chairman at: [email protected] or the
Financial Aid Office of the Universities.
For more information, see website at: www.texasdar.org Not Listed
Texas Tuition Exemptions Tuition and/or fee exemption for students who will attend a public
institution in the state of Texas. Categories include: exemptions
for blind and deaf students, children of disabled firefighters and
peace officers, students who are dependents of POW/MIA'S and
students who are in foster care.
Amount: Tuition and/or fee exemptions
Contact your public college financial aid office or:
www.collegefortexans.com
Not Listed
Page 26Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 27/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEUnited Parcel Service Earn and Learn Program Tuition assistance and student loans. Must be employed by
UPS. Loans will be forgiven if employment with UPS continues.
Amount: Up to $20,000
For more information: https://ups.managehr.com Not Listed
United States Achievement Academy Scholarship Grades 6-12. Student must be nominated by an educator to have
their name included in yearbook and have opportunity to be
selected for scholarship. Student is under no financial obligation
to be considered for awards.
Amount: $1,500 - $10,000
Nominate online at: www.usaa-
academy.com/scholarships.asp
Not Listed
United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
Program
Provides education and training opportunities to eligible
dependents of veterans who are permanently and totally
disabled due to a service-related condition, or who died while on
active duty or as a result of a service related condition.
Amount: Not listed
For more information, see website at:
http://gibill.va.gov/post-911/
Not Listed
University Bound Network Scholarship Program Submit video that how an online education could change your
life. Random drawing.
Amount: $2,500
Submit video at: www.university-
bound.com/scholarships
Not Listed
UPROMISE- An alternative to scholarships Upromise is a one-stop college service provider that helps
families earn, save and pay for higher education.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.upromise.com
Not Listed
Working Ranch Cowboys Foundation Must be the son, daughter or spouse of a working ranch cowboy.
3.0 GPA. Contact WRCA office for Scholarship Application and
more information.
Amount: $1,000
Working Ranch Cowboys Association
P. O. Box 7765
Amarillo, TX 79114
806-374-9722
http://www.wrca.org (click on "Working Ranch Cowboys
Foundation"
Not Listed
Accounting Education Center Scholarships The AICPA offers a number of academic scholarships forstudents pursuing a major in accounting. Deadlines vary, but are
usually in Spring Semester.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:http://ceae.aicpa.org/ Varies
Page 27Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
A il 2012 H t
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 28/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEACE Mentoring Program (Architecture, Construction,
or Engineering)
ACE Mentor Program serves high school youth who are
exploring careers in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering.
Students who successfully participate in the program are given
the opportunity to compete for scholarships. Grades 9-12.
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
To see if your State or region participates in the
program, check website at: www.acementor.org
ACE Mentor Program of America
400 Main Street, Suite 711Stamford, CT 06901
(p) 203.323.0020
Varies
AdmissionFacts Scholarships Various scholarships listed on Admissions Facts website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
http://www.admissionfacts.com
Varies
America's Junior Miss Scholarship Program Contestants in contest are judged on scholastic ability,
interviews, talent, fitness and poise. Scholarships are available
at local, state and national levels.
Amount: Varies
Application deadline varies with State. For more
information, see website at: www.ajm.org
Varies
American Indian College Fund Scholarship and financial aid information for Native American
students offered through the American Indian College Fund.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
American Indian College Fund
8333 Greenwood Blvd.
Denver, CO 80221
Toll Free: (800) 776-3863
Phone: (303) 426-8900
www.collegefund.org
Varies
American Legion National Scholarships Various scholarships sponsored by the American Legion.
Requirements and deadlines vary with scholarship.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at;
www.legion.org/scholarships
Varies
American Liberty Scholarship Register on website to compete for monthly scholarships.
Amount: $50 gift certificate - $5,000 scholarship
Enter online at: www.americanlibertyscholarship.com Varies
American Sheep Industry - Make It Yourself with Wool
Contest
Create garment using wool or wool-blend fabric. Ages 12 - 25.
Deadlines vary with state, but most are in Fall of each year.
Amount: $1,000 - $2,000
For additional information, send questions and a self-
addressed, stamped envelope to: "National Make It
Yourself With Wool Competition"
Marie Lehfeldt
Box 175
Lavina, MT 59046
406-636-2731
www.sheepusa.org
Varies
AnyCollege.Com Scholarship Random drawing on AnyCollege.Com college search page.
Scholarships are awarded quarterly. Deadlines vary.
Amount: $2,000
Register online at: www.anycollege.com Varies
Page 28Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 29/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEArab American Institute Awards Scholarships listed on the Arab American Institute website. For
students of Arab descent.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.aaiusa.org
(click on "AAI Foundation")
Varies
ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors
and Publishers) Foundation Scholarships
Scholarships listed on the ASCAP website for students who
show an interest in the field of music.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
The ASCAP Foundation
One Lincoln Plaza
New York, NY 10023
www.ascapfoundation.org
Varies
Autism Scholarships This website lists scholarships for the high school student with
autism or Asperger syndrome - includes autism grants and
scholarships for college, vocational schools, or graduate work.
Scholarships for students with other disabilities are also on the
website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.disaboom.com/scholarships/autism-scholarships
Varies
AYUSA Global Youth Exchange Various scholarships for students who wish to study abroad.
Amount: Varies
For more information, go to website at:
www.ayusa.org/students/study-abroad/scholarships
Varies
Boomer Esiason Foundation Scholarship Program For cystic fibrosis ("CF") patients pursuing undergraduate and
graduate degrees. Scholarships awarded quarterly.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
Boomer Esiason Foundation
c/o Jerry Cahill
483 10th Avenue, Suite 300
New York, NY 10018
Phone: 646-292-7930
Varies
Bound Tree Medical Legacy Scholarship Program Applicants must be the son or daughter of a career or volunteer
Emergency Medical Technician(EMT), Paramedic, or Firefighter
(active, retired or deceased) who is interested in a career in
Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
Amount: Awards based on cost of program
Bound Tree Medical
P.O. Box 8023
Dublin, OH 43016-2023
800-533-0523, ext. 5233
www.boundtree.com/training/scholarships
Varies
Bowl.com Scholarships Various scholarships for students involved in bowling.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.bowl.com Varies
BrainstormUSA - Dare to Dream...Expect to Succeed
Scholarship
Participating students describe a personal dream and how they
hope to attain it. To be eligible for a prize, all participants must
submit a child entry and a parent entry. Scholarships are
awarded every quarter of the year.
Amount: Computer
BrainstormUSA
8800 Roswell Rd. Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30350
1-800-595-5561
www.brainstormusa.com
Varies
Page 29Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 30/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEBrickfish Scholarships Various scholarship contests listed on the Brickfish website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.brickfish.com (click on "Campaigns")
Varies
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Scholarship and financial aid opportunities available to thechildren of BLET members.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at: www.ble.org(Look under the "Communications" heading)
Varies
Cancer Survivors Scholarships - Ped-Onc Resource
Center,
Scholarships for students who have been survivors of cancer.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at: www.acor.org/ped-
onc/scholarships
Varies
Cappex Scholarships Fill out a Cappex profile to be eligible to apply for various
scholarships. Scholarships will be given to students with well
rounded profiles. Numerous scholarships available on websitewith varing deadlines and requirements.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.cappex.com/scholarships
Varies
CarDonors.com Scholarship 3.0 GPA. Academic achievement and community service. The
deadlines for scholarships are: May 31, August 31, December 31
and March 15th.
Amount: $500
Apply online at: www.cardonors.com Varies
Career Stimulus Package Scholarship Awards For students interested in enrolling in an accredited online
degree program. Essay required.
Amount: $4,000
For more information, see website at:
www.elearners.com/careerstimuluspackage
Varies
Careerfitter Scholarship For qualified students who are enrolled or planning to participate
in a college, university or graduate school program. United
States citizen or permanent resident with a minimum 2.5 Grade
Point Average. Essay required.
Amount: $500
All applications will be submitted
online at:
www.careerfitter.com
Varies
Center for Scholarship Administration Various scholarships handled by the Center for ScholarshipAdministration.
Amount: Varies
Center for Scholarship Administration, Inc.PO Box 1465
Taylors, SC 29687-0031
(864) 268-3363
www.scholarshipprograms.org
Varies
ChiGems Art & Poetry Scholarship Submit original artwork with essay. For grades 9 - 12. 2.0 GPA.
Amount: $250
For more information, see website at:
www.chigems.com
Varies
Page 30Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 31/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUECity Year Volunteer Program In return for serving 10 months of community service and
professional development, City Year members earn a weekly
stipend, health insurance and an education award to be used for
college. Be between the ages of 17 and 24. The City Year
program is available in 19 cities in the U.S.
Amount: $4,725
For more information, see website at:
http://www.cityyear.org/corpsexperience.aspx
Varies
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Financial aid programs for family members of active, retired,
civilian employees, reserve and auxiliary members of the U.S.
Coast Guard.
Amount: Varies
Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Headquarters
4200 Wilson Blvd, Suite 610
Arlington, VA 22203-1804
Toll-free 1 (800) 881-2462
www.cgmahq.org (click on "Assistance", then
"Programs")
Varies
College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) For Migrant or Seasonal farm workers and/or their families
working in agricultural activities. Attend a CAMP campus.
Amount: $750 - $4,000
College Assistance Migrant Program
Alumni Association
1725 NE Upper Drive
Pullman, WA 99163
509.368.7132
www.migrantstudents.org
Varies
College for Texans Information every Texan needs to know about preparing for,
applying for and paying for college or technical school.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.collegefortexans.com
Varies
College Peas Student Standout College Scholarship Submit a maximum 300 - word essay describing a special skill ,
talent or interest that helps you standout from your peers. 3.0
GPA.
Amount: $500
For more information, see website at:
www.collegepeas.com/money
Varies
College Prowler No Essay Scholarship Submit registration form to compete for monthly randomly
selected scholarships.
Amount: $2,000
For more information, see website at:
www.collegeprowler.com
Varies
College.us.com! Scholarship Open to any individual 17 years or older, who is or will be
attending a regionally or nationally accredited college, university,
or vocational school in an academic term within 1 year of
notification date. Essay required.
Amount: $3,000
For more information, see website at:
http://scholarshipwinnings.org
Varies
Collegeanswer.com Contest Register on Collegeanswer.com website to qualify for monthly,
randomly chosen scholarship.
Amount: $1,000
Register at: www.collegeanswer.com Varies
Page 31Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 32/49
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUECollegeNet.com Scholarships Register on website and create a profile to win votes for
scholarship.
Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
Register online at: www.collegenet.com/elect/app/app Varies
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation Scholarships based on well rounded practical knowledge. Checkwebsite for current competitions and more information.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation, Inc.P.O. Box 290361
Davie Fl, 33329-0361
www.cksf.org
Varies
Communities Foundation of Texas To apply for a scholarship, review scholarship opportunities
available through Communities Foundation of Texas to
determine the ones for which you may qualify. Academic
records, statements of need, recommendations, and personal
essays may be required.
Amount: Varies
Call or e-mail the CFT Grants Department for the
appropriate application(s) and application deadlines.
Communities Foundation of Texas
5500 Caruth Haven Lane
Dallas, Texas 75225-8146214-750-4222
www.cftexas.org (click on "Grants")
Varies
Community Foundations A list of community foundations in the United States.
Scholarships for high school students are available from some
local foundations.
Amount: Varies
Check website to see foundation in your community:
www.communityfoundations.net/index.html
Varies
Community Foundations in the United States A listing of community foundations in the United States.
Scholarships for high school students are available from some
local foundations.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.tgci.com
(click on "Funding Sources")
Varies
Construct My Future.Com Scholarships Various scholarshps for students planning on attending post-
secondary programs in any construction industry related field.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.constructmyfuture.com/Students/Scholarships/Sch
olarships.asp
Varies
Courage to Grow Scholarship High school senior or a college student with a minimum GPA of
2.0 or better. Essay required.
Amount: $500
PO Box 2507
Chelan, Wa. 98816
(509) 731-3056
http://couragetogrowscholarship.com
Varies
Page 32Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 33/49
p
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUECowboy Heritage Association of Fort Worth
Scholarship
For outstanding high school seniors or current college/university
students who have been raised in a Texas working ranch family.
Amount: $1,000
Cowboy Heritage Association of Fort Worth
P. O. Box 136639
Fort Worth, Texas 76136
www.cowboyheritage.org
Varies
Creative Communication -Young Poets Contest The purpose of this contest is to recognize young writers of
poetry. Must submit an original poem of not more that 21 lines.
Contest is held three times a year. Deadlines are in August,
December and April.
Amount: $50 savings bond
Poets Contest - Grades K-12
Creative Communication
1488 N 200 W
Logan UT 84341
(435) 713 - 4411
www.poeticpower.com
Varies
Creative Communication Essay Contest Write essay on a topic that you feel is important to you. Grades 4
- 12. Contest deadlines are October, February and July.
Amount: $50 savings bond
Send essay to:
Essay Contest
1488 N 200 WLogan UT 84341 or submit online at:
www.poeticpower.com/essay.html
Varies
Cute Kid of the Year Contest Submit baby photo for monthly chance to win scholarship.
Amount: Up to $25,000
Enter online at: www.thecutekid.com Varies
Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship For high school seniors or current college students not already
receiving or been awarded a full-tuition scholarship or waiver
from another source. Contest is offered four times annually.
Essay required.
Amount: $1,000
Apply online at:
http://www.straightforwardmedia.com
Varies
Daughters of The American Revolution National
Society Scholarships
Scholarships sponsored by the Daughters of the American
Revolution. Other scholarships available through state and local
chapters.
Amount: Varies
Office of Committees, NSDAR
Scholarships
1776 D Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006-5303
(202) 628-1776
www.dar.org
Varies
David Barr Kirtley - Science Fiction and FantasyWriting Awards Resources for Teen Writers Interested in Science Fiction &Fantasy Writing. Various contests with some offering cash
awards.
Amount: Varies with contest
For more information, see website at:www.davidbarrkirtley.com/teenwriter/Contests.html Varies
Department of Defense Scholarships for Military
Children
Various scholarships for children of active, retired or reserve
military personnel. Various deadlines, some as early as February
15th.
Amount: Varies
For more information: access website at
www.dodea.edu (click on "Students & Alumni")
Varies
Page 33Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 34/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEDisabilityInfo.gov An online resource for people with disabilities. Website includes
information on financial aid and scholarships.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.disability.gov (click on "Education")
Varies
DisabilityScholarships.us Some of these unknown scholarships are Government disabilityscholarships that are based on specific disabilities, while others
cover all disabilities.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:www.disabilityscholarships.us
Varies
Discus Awards Discus Awards Scholarships recognize a new category of high
school students: the all-around standout. You may nominate
yourself for this monthly scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
For more information, see website at:
www.discusawards.com/scholarship-info
Varies
Do A Good Deed Contest Simply do a good deed. Anything goes, a small action or being
involved in a big project. Prizes are awarded by doctors based
on the positive results affecting you and the people around you.
Amount: Various prizes
Do A Good Deed Contest Headquarters
22222 Sherman Way, #101
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Tel: (818) 888-7100
www.doagooddeed.com
Varies
Do Something - Grants and Scholarships Grants and scholarships on DoSomething.org website
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.dosomething.org (click on "Programs")
Varies
DoSomething.org Scholarships Multiple scholarships from DoSomething.org.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.dosomething.org/scholarships
Varies
EducationStart.org Scholarships Register on website for random drawing for scholarship. Must be
17 yrs. or older. Essay required.
Amount: $3,000 - $4,000
For more information, see website at:
http://educationstart.org/scholarships/
Varies
A listing of currently running essay contests that award money
and other prizes to winners. Some contests require an entry fee.
These contests are not scholarships!
Amount: Varies
Executive Women International Scholarship Program For high school Juniors. - male or female. Only one student per
school is eligible. Scholarship based on academic achievement
and community and school involvement. Deadlines vary with
each local chapter.
Amount: $2,000 - $10,000
Executive Women International
515 South 700 East Suite 2A
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
801.355.2800
www.executivewomen.org
Varies
EssayContests.com For more information, see website at:
www.essaycontests.com
Varies
Page 34Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 35/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEFederal Aviation Administration Scholarships Various scholarships listed on website for students interested in
aviation training.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.faa.gov/education/student_resources/scholarships
_grants
Varies
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Apply On line using the free application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA).
Amount: Varies
Visit the website at: www.FAFSA.ED.GOV Varies
Federal Student Aid on the Web A source for information provided by the U.S. Department of
Education on preparing for and funding education beyond high
school.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
http://studentaid.ed.gov
Varies
Fondo Futuro Scholarship Available to Hispanic high school, undergraduate and graduate
students.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.fondofuturo.com
Varies
FreeCollegeScholarships.net Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $10,000
Register online at: www.freecollegescholarships.net Varies
Freelance Writing Contests These are not scholarships, but the website offers cash prizes
for winners in several different writing categories.
Amount: Varies with contest
For more information, see website at:
www.freelancewriting.com
Varies
FreeMilitaryScholarships.com Must be 18 yrs. or older. Register on website to enter random
drawing for scholarships.
Amount: $10,000
Register at: www.freemilitaryscholarships.com Varies
FreshBrain Scholarships Scholarships for students interested in the technology field will
be offered at various times on the FreshBrain website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Check for scholarships at:
http://www.freshbrain.org/scholarships
Varies
Girls Write Now Contests Girls Write Now webpage includes a list of contests and
scholarships that are aimed specifically at TEENS with topics
ranging from poetry to social justice.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.girlswritenow.org
Varies
Page 35Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 36/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEGiving Soul Student Scholarships Scholarships on a monthly basis to students who tell about how
they are actively making a difference in the world.
Amount: $550
For more information, see website at:
https://givingsoulscholarships.com/indexmembers.html
Varies
GoCollege.Com Lucky Draw Scholarships Register online for monthly drawings for scholarships sponsored
by GoCollege.com
Amount: $250
Register online at: www.gocollege.com Varies
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
(GCSAA)
Scholarships offered through the Golf Course Superintendents
Association of America. For students pursuing careers in the golf
course industry
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.gcsaa.org
(click on "Students")
Varies
Guaranteed Scholarships This is a web site for scholarships that require no interview,essay, portfolio, audition, competition or other "secondary"
requirement. Just meet the criteria listed, adhere to the
application deadlines set by the individual colleges and
universities, gain admission, enroll, and receive your scholarship
or scholarships. Students should contact individual colleges for
more information.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.guaranteed-scholarships.com
Varies
HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and
Universities
Multiple scholarships listed on the HBCU website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
http://hbcuconnect.com
Varies
High School Journalism Scholarships Various scholarships for students interested in majoring in
journalism. Scholarships are listed by State and ethnicity.
Amount: Varies
For more information go to web page at:
http://highschooljournalism.org (click on "Students")
Varies
Houston School of Floral Design Can only be used at the Houston School of Floral Design for
certificate programs and seminars.
Amount: $500
Houston School of Floral Design
2000 North Loop West, Suite 130
Houston TX 77018
713-977-4364
Varies
International Dairy-Deli Bakery Association Must be current full or part-time employee of a supermarket
dairy, deli or bakery department or an employee for a company
which services those departments. College major must be in a
food-related field. Must have 2.5 GPA. Scholarship is offered
four times per year.
Amount: $250 - $1,000
Scholarship Committee
IDDBA
P.O. Box 5528
Madison, WI 53705-0528
608-310-5000
www.iddba.org
Varies
Page 36Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 37/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEInternational Pet Owners Club - Cutest Pet Contest Pet Photo Contest - All breeds considered. Membership in club
in not necessary to participate or win. This is not a scholarship! It
is a photo contest open to all. One entry may be submitted every
six months.
Amount: $1,000
Cutest Pet Contest
c/o International Pet Owners Club
P.O. Box 4470
Olathe, KS 66063
Phone: 1-913-782-3272www.cutestpetcontest.com
Varies
Joseph S. Rumbaugh Oration Contest - National
Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
For U.S. residents. For Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors or
Seniors in a public or parochial school Oration must be between
5-6 minutes and topic must address the Revolutionary War or a
personality showing the relationship it bears to America today.
Amount: $200 - $3000
Applicants must compete in local or state chapter
contests. Check web site for State Chapters and rules
of contest.
Chairman of the Rumbaugh Oration ContestNSSAR Headquarters
1000 South Fourth Street
Louisville, KY 40203-3208
(502) 589-1776
www.sar.org
Varies
Junior Science and Humanities Symposium JSHS invites high school students to conduct an original
investigation in sciences, engineering or mathematics and to
participate in regional and state symposiums. Deadlines vary
with region, but all must be completed by early April.
Amount: $1,000 - $12,000
JHSH
24 Warren St.
Concord, NH
www.jshs.org
Varies
Kids Chance Scholarships The purpose of Kids' Chance, Inc. is to provide financial
scholarships for children of permanently or catastrophically
injured or deceased workers to complete their education.
Deadlines vary with state.
Amount: Varies
To see if your state participates in the Kids' Chance
program, go to website at: www.kidschance.org
(click on "State Organizations")
Varies
Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarships Various scholarships available for students of Polish descent or
students wishing to study Polish.
Amount: $1,000 - $7,000
Kosciuszko Foundation
15 East 65th Street
New York, NY 10021-6595
Phone: 212-734-2130
Website: www.thekf.org
Varies
Page 37Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 38/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUELA Kelley Communications Hemophilia Scholarships This website list scholarships for students or family members of
students who have been diagnosed with hemophilia.
Amount: Varies
LA Kelley Communications, Inc.
65 Central Street
Georgetown, Massachusetts 01833 USA
phone: 1.978.352.7657
toll-free: 1.800.249.7977fax: 1.978.352.6254
email: [email protected]
www.kelleycom.com
Varies
Ladies Auxiliary VFW Scholarships Various scholarships sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary to the
Veteran's of Foreign Wars. Requirements vary with scholarship.
Some deadlines as early as January.
Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
Check with local VFW chapter for more information or :
National Headquarters
Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars
406 W. 34th Street
Kansas City, MO 64111Telephone: 816-561-8655
www.ladiesauxvfw.org/programs/scholarships.html
Varies
Latino College Dollars - Scholarships for Latino
Students
Various scholarships for Latino high school and college students.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
The Tomás Rivera Policy Institute
University of Southern California
School of Policy, Planning, and Development
650 Childs Way, RGL 102
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0626Phone: (213) 821-5615
Fax: (213) 821-1976
Email: [email protected]
www.latinocollegedollars.org
Varies
Lint Center for National Security Studies For students who are interested in the study of counter
intelligence and national security issues.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.lintcenter.org
Varies
Lions Club of Texas Scholarships Multiple contests sponsored by the Lions Club of Texas with
multiple deadlines.
Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
For more information, see website at:
www.texaslions.org (click on "Youth Contests")
Varies
LittleAfrica.com This website features a list of African American Scholarships and
Internship Opportunities.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.littleafrica.com/scholarship
Varies
Manuscript Editing Creative writing contests for people of all ages.
Amount: Varies with contest
For more information, see website at:
www.manuscriptediting.com/contests.htm
Varies
Page 38Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 39/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEMeritAid.com A comprehensive directory of merit scholarships and academic
scholarships from colleges across the country.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.meritaid.com
Varies
Mesothelioma Memorial Scholarships Mesothelioma Memorial Scholarships are offered four times per
year to honor the thousands of people who have died from
mesothelioma due to exposure to asbestos, as well as the
thousands of patients who are newly diagnosed with the disease
ever year.
Amount: $500
Apply online
www.asbestosismesothelioma.org/memorial-
scholarship/
Varies
Micro Essay Scholarship For anyone planning to enroll in a school of higher education. To
enter, tell how this scholarship would benefit your education in 2-3 sentences (320 characters). Scholarship is given quarterly.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
http://microessayscholarships.com
Varies
Military.com Scholarships Scholarships for dependants of active, retired, or deceased
members of military.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website:
http://www.military.com
Varies
Miss America's Outstanding Teen Competition Be a young lady between the ages of 13 and 17. Be a United
States citizen. Deadlines vary with state.
Amount: Varies
If you are interested in receiving more information about
becoming a contestant in the Miss America's
Outstanding Teen, see website at: www.maoteen.org
and navigate to the state you are interested in
competing in.
Miss America's Outstanding Teen, Inc
13911 West Hillsborough Avenue, Suite 168
Tampa, FL 33635
Email: [email protected]
Varies
Miss American Coed Pageants For girls ages 3 -21. Scholarships offered for winners of state
and national competitions. See website for information
concerning State and National competitions.
Amount: Varies
American Coed Pageants, Inc.
4120 Piedmont Road
Pensacola, FL 32503
www.gocoed.com/main1.shtml
Varies
Page 39Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 40/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEMycollegeguide.org Scholarship Sweepstakes Grades 9 - 12. Register on website to enter random drawing for
scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
For more information, see website at:
http://mycollegeguide.org/
Varies
National Association for Music Education Scholarship resources for students interested in music educationor music performance.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, go to website at:http://menc.org/gp/scholarship-resources-for-music-
students
Varies
National Federation of Music Clubs Competitions are sponsored by the Federation in a wide range of
categories, including voice, instrumental music, composition,
dance, conducting, handicapped and visually impaired, and
music therapy.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at: http://nfmc-
music.org/cms/nfmc-competitions-and-awards
Varies
National Hemophilia Foundation Scholarships for students diagnosed with hemophilia or otherbleeding disorders.
Amount: Varies
For more information, go to website at:www.hemophilia.org (click on "About Us")
Varies
National High School Poetry Contest Open to all U.S. high school students. Submit a poem of not
more than twenty lines that is unpublished and is solely your own
work. Submissions will be accepted continuously through May
31.
Amount: $150 - $500
Live Poets Society of NJ
P O Box 8841
Turnersville NJ 08012
www.highschoolpoetrycontest.com
Varies
National Hispanic Fund Scholarships Various scholarships available for students of Hispanic heritage.Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Hispanic Scholarship Fund55 Second Street, Suite 1500
San Francisco, CA 94105
1-877-HSF-INFO (1-877-473-4636)
Applications available online at:www.hsf.net
Varies
National History Day Contest Show your creativity by making history come alive in an exhibit,
documentary, paper, or performance. Contests held in Spring of
each year. Deadlines vary with State - many by March 1. Grades
6-12.
Amount: $250 - $1,000
Contact your State Coordinator at:
http://nationalhistoryday.org
Varies
National League of American Penwomen Contests in Art, Music, Poetry and Writing listed on the National
League of American Penwomen website.
Amount: Varies with contest
NLAPW
National Headquarters
Pen Arts Building
1300 Seventeenth Street N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036-1973
Phone: 202-785-1997
www.americanpenwomen.org
Varies
Page 40Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 41/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUENational Society of Black Engineers Scholarships Numerous scholarships listed on the NSBE website.
Requirements vary with scholarship.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
http://national.nsbe.org
Varies
National Society of High School Scholars Must be a member of NSHSS. Academic scholarships and
academic competitions are offered annually. Some deadlines are
as early as November 30.
Amount: $250 - $5,000
To join NSHSS and see more information about the
scholarships, go to website at: www.nshss.org
Varies
National Society of the Sons of the American
Revolution
Various contests sponsored by the NSSAR, including the Eagle
Scout Contest and Joseph Rumbaugh Oration Contest.
Amount: Varies
The National Society of the
Sons of the American Revolution
1000 S. 4th Street
Louisville KY 40203502-589-1776
www.sar.org (click on "Education/Youth")
Varies
National Society of the Sons of the American
Revolution - Knight Essay Contest
All high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who are United
States citizens or legal residents. Must be entered through a
local NSSAR Chapter. 800- to 1,000-word original research
paper on an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with
the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or
the framing of the United States Constitution.
Deadlines vary with state - some as early as December 28.
Amount: $500 - $2,000
Chairman, NSSAR Knight Essay Contest
721 Booth Drive
Shrevesport, LA 71107-3901
301-425-4765
Email: [email protected]
www.sar.org (click on Education/Youth")
Varies
National Teenager Scholarship Pageant Female between the ages of 12 - 18. Contest based on
academic achievement, school, and community involvement,
communication, and leadership skills. No Swimsuit competition.
Deadlines vary with state with contest held in late July - early
August.
Amount: Varies
See website at: www.nationalteen.com for State
deadlines and application.
America's National Teenager
808 Deer Crossing Court
Nashville, TN 37220
Toll Free: 1-866-NAT-TEENPhone: (615) 370-4338
Varies
Page 41Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 42/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUENegro Spiritual Scholarship Foundation Senior high school students of eleventh or twelfth grade level
who are of Afro-ethnic descent may enter a state or region wide
vocal competition in Capital Region, Florida, Mid-South Region
or New England Region to rehearse and perform arranged Negro
spirituals. Deadlines vary by region from January throughFebruary of each year.
Amount: $300 - $3,000
For more information, see website at:
www.negrospiritual.org/competition
Varies
OnLine Contest Index These are not scholarships! This is an index of contests where
cash and prizes can be won.
Amount: Varies
For more information, go to website at:
http://tectonicdesigns.com/contest/index.html
Varies
Online-Degree-Scholarships.com Must be at least 18 yrs. old. Apply online to enter random
monthly drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
For more information, see website at: www.online-
degree-scholarships.com/quick-scholarship-entry.html
Varies
PEPNet - Financial Aid Information for Students with
Hearing Disabilities
This website lists many links to financial aid information for
students with hearing disabilities.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
http://projects.pepnet.org/publication/financing_your_ed
ucation/
Varies
Poetry Contests Various contests for writers of original poetry. Requirements vary
with contest.
Amount: Varies
For more information see website at:
http://dmoz.org/Arts/Writers_Resources/Contests/Poetr
y/
Varies
Poetry.Com Contests Submit an original poem, twenty four lines or less, on anysubject, in any style. Awarded monthly.
Amount: $25 - 5,000
Poetry.Com Contest1 Poetry Plaza
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 356-2000
Submit poem online at: www.poetry.com
Varies
Prom Guide Magazine Scholarships Prom Guide Magazine offers 3 scholarships; Business- minded
Graduate, Teen Model and Creative Graduate. See website for
details.
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
For more information, see website at:
http://www.promguide.com/scholarship/default.aspx
Varies
Return2College Scholarship Program Open to current and future students who are 17 years or older.
There is no maximum age limit.
Amount: $1,500
For more information, see website at:
www.return2college.com
Varies
Page 42Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 43/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUERobert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program U.S. Citizen. For exceptionally able high school seniors who
show promise of continued excellence in postsecondary
education.
Amount: $1,500
Students must apply directly to the State education
agency in their State of legal residence. Application
deadlines are set forth by the respective SEA. Students
must request the application package from the State
education agency.
For more information, see website at:
www.ed.gov/programs/iduesbyrd/index.html
Varies
Sallie Mae Fund - Black College Dollars This scholarship search, geared for African-American students,
contains more than 300 scholarships searchable by GPA
requirement, academic and career interest and application
deadline.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
See website at: www.thesalliemaefund.org Varies
San Antonio Area Foundation Various scholarships listed on San Antonio Area Foundation
website. For students in San Antonio area and throughout the
state of Texas.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
San Antonio Area Foundation
110 Broadway Street, Suite 230
San Antonio, TX 78205-1948
Phone: 210.225.2243
General email: [email protected]
Website: www.saafdn.org
Varies
Scholarship4Education.com Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarship.
Must be at least 18 yrs. old.
Amount: $10,000
Register online at: www.scholarship4education.com Varies
Scholarshipexperts.com Scholarships Register on website to access information about several
scholarships offered by Scholarshipexperts.com. Must be 13 yrs.
or older.
Amount: Varies
Register at: www.scholarshipexperts.com Varies
ScholarshipPoints.com Members earn points for scholarships by logging in each day,
completing surveys and reviewing other sites and services.
Drawings are monthly. Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.scholarshippoints.com
Varies
Scholarships in Graphic Communications Scholarships that are available for students pursuing higher
education in a Graphic Communications related field of study.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
www.graphiccommcentral.org/decide/scholarships-in-
graphic-communications.html
Varies
Page 43Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 44/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEScholarships4moms Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarships.
Must be 18 yrs. or older.
Amount: $10,000
Register online at: www.scholarships4moms.net Varies
Scholarships4moms.com Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarships.Must be 18 yrs. or older. Scholarship drawings are held several
times during the year.
Amount: $10,000
Register on website at:www.scholarships4moms.net/form.php
Varies
ScholarshipZone.com Scholarship Register on website to enter random drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $10,000
Enter online at: www.scholarshipzone.com Varies
Scholarsite.com Scholarships Random monthly drawing. Must register with Scholarsite.com to
be eligible.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.scholarsite.com
Varies
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards - Alliance for
Young Artists and Writers
Grades 7 - 12. Awards will be given for outstanding works in
writing and visual art categories. Students should check website
for detailed information. Deadlines vary by region with some as
early as October.
Amount: From $1,000 to $10,000
For more information, see website at:
www.artandwriting.org
Varies
Seneca Nation of Indians Scholarship Must be a member of the Seneca Nation of Indians. Must show
financial need.
Amount: Up to $11,000 per year.
For more information, see website at: ww.sni.org/hep
(click on "Education and Employment")
Varies
SEVEN Fund - I Am an Entrepreneur Photography
Competition
This competition recognizes the outstanding use of photography
to tell compelling stories of role model entrepreneurs from
around the world. Anyone is welcome to participate in this
competition.
Amount: $250 - $1,000
For more information, see website at:
www.sevenfund.org/entrepreneur-image
Varies
Sharps Scholarship Program Must write essay on topic of accidental needle-stick injuries
outside of hospital and healthcare settings. Contest held twice ayear.
Amount: $750 - $1,500
For more information, see website at:
www.sharpsinc.com/scholarship.htm
Varies
For students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents who
plan to major in the actuarial (insurance) profession. Note: High
school students may not be eligible for all of the scholarships
listed on webpage. Please refer to the specific eligibility
requirements for each scholarship for more information.
Society of Actuaries/Casualty Actuarial Society
Scholarship Program
For more information, see website at:
www.beanactuary.com
Varies
Page 44Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 45/49
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEAmount: Varies with scholarship
Society of Automotive Engineers International
Scholarships Program
For undergraduate and graduate students majoring in
engineering. Deadlines vary, but are mostly in Spring semester
of year.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
SAE Scholarships and Loans Program
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096 USA
[email protected](724) 772-8593
http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships
Varies
Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo Scholarship Available to students from all counties in Texas.
Amount: $2,500 - $15,000
Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo
9100 Decker Lake Road, Austin, TX 78724
Phone: (512) 919-3000
Fax: (512) 919-3005
Email: [email protected]
www.rodeoaustin.com/scholarships.aspx
Varies
Student Loan Network $10,000 Scholarship Register on website to enter quarterly random drawing for
scholarship.
Amount: $10,000
For more information, see website at:
www.studentloannetwork.com/10K/
Varies
Study Abroad Scholarships StudyAbroad.com is a source of information on educational
opportunities for students to study in other countries.
Amount: Varies
Studyabroad.com
1350 Edgmont Ave., Suite 1100
Chester, PA 19013 USA
Phone: (484) 766-2920
www.studyabroad.com
Varies
SunTrust Education Off To College Scholarship
Sweepstakes
Register on Sun Trust Education website for random drawing to
win scholarships. One winner will be chosen every two weeks
from October through May.
Amount: $1,000
Register online at:
http://suntrusteducation.com/sweeps/default.asp
Varies
Sweepstakes Lovers A website that features many sweepstakes where contestants
can compete for cash and prizes.
Amount: Varies
See website at: www.sweepstakeslovers.com Varies
Teachers Count This website offers a list of scholarships for prospectiveteachers.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:www.teacherscount.org/wannateach/scholarships.shtml
Varies
Teen Ink Magazine A website that has many writing contests for teens.
Amount: Varies with contest.
For more information, see website at:
www.teenink.com/Resources/ContestsR.php
Varies
Page 45Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 46/49
Texas Association For Pupil Transportation
Scholarships
Various scholarships listed on the Texas Association For Pupil
Transportation website.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at: www.tapt.com Varies
Texas FFA Foundation Scholarships Various scholarships listed on the Texas FFA Foundationwebsite.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Joanne SheltonScholarship Administrator / Executive Assistant
Texas FFA Foundation
614 East 12th Street
Austin, TX 78701
Office: 512-480-8047
www.texasffafoundation.org
Varies
Texas Financial Aid Programs - Texas Higher
Education Coordinating Board
Financial aid for college offered by the State of Texas.
Amount: Varies
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Student Services Division
P.O. Box 12788Austin, TX 78711-2788
1-800-242-3062
(512) 427-6101
www.thecb.state.tx.us or contact a college financial aid
office.
Varies
Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships for students who plan to major in the field of
accounting.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants
14651 Dallas Pkwy Suite 700
Dallas, Texas 75254
800.428.0272 • 972.687.8500
www.tscpa.org (click on "Students")
Varies
Texas Surveyors Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Must have been accepted or enrolled in a survey related course
of study. Financial need and academic achievement considered.
Amount: Not listed
TSPS
2525 Wallingwood Drive #300
Austin, Texas 78746
Phone: 512.327.7871
www.tsps.org/index.php/education/tsfi
Varies
Texas Tech Alumni Association Scholarships For deserving current undergraduate and graduate students as
well as incoming freshmen, incoming graduate and transfer
students. TTAA scholarships are awarded based on a variety of
factors including ethnicity, academic merit and financial need.
Deadlines vary with county.
Amount: Varies
Texas Tech Alumni Association
P.O. Box 45001
Lubbock, Texas 79409-5001
806-742-3641
Varies
The Grantsmanship Center A list of community foundations in the United States.
Scholarships for high school students are available from some
local foundations. Click on your state for more information
Amount: Varies
Check website to see foundations in your state and
community: http://www.tgci.com/funding.shtml
Varies
Page 46Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 47/49
This Way to CPA Scholarships Numerous scholarships for students interested in a career in
accounting.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
www.thiswaytocpa.com/education/scholarship-search
Varies
Two Ten International Footwear FoundationScholarships - Footwear Design Scholarship
Open to any student who is studying design with a focus onfootwear.
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
For more information, see website at:www.twoten.org/Scholarships
Varies
Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations
Awards and Scholarships
Multiple scholarships listed on the Unitarian Universalist
Association of Congregations website.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations
25 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 742-2100
info @ uua.org
www.uua.org/giving/awardsscholarships
Varies
United Methodist Higher Education Foundation Candidates must be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time
student in a UM-related college,\ university or seminary and be
an active member of The UMC for at least one year.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
UMHEF
1001 Nineteenth Ave. S.
Nashville, TN
37212-2130
800.811.8110
www.umhef.org/receive.php
Varies
United Methodist Scholarship Program - General
Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Must be active, full member of The United Methodist Church for
at least 1 year. 2.5 GPA, full time student.
Applications accepted between January 1st and May 15th.
GBHEM Scholarship Office
PO Box 340007Nashville TN 37203-0007
615-340-7344
www.gbhem.org
Varies
United Negro College Fund Scholarships Various scholarships offered on the UNCF website.
Amount: Varies
United Negro College Fund
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 10444
Fairfax, VA 22031-8044
1-800-331-2244www.uncf.org
Varies
United States Chess Federation Scholarships This website offers information about some colleges in the
United States that offer scholarships for chess.
Amount: Varies
For more information, see website at:
http://main.uschess.org (click on "Scholastic/College")
Varies
Page 47Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUE
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 48/49
UNITED STATES JCI SENATE FOUNDATION High school seniors with high academic achievement.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, see website at:
http://www.usjcisenate.org
The deadline for return of the completed application
forms to the state chairperson is at his or her individualdiscretion, and can vary from as early as December 1st
to as late as the following January 15th. The deadline is
shown on each state's application cover page.
Varies
United States Navy Memorial Scholarships A list scholarship programs and educational resources for
students and service members available through the
government, veterans groups and other associations.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For complete list, go to website at:
www.navymemorial.org (click on "History and
Education")
Varies
United States Senate Youth Program Junior and Seniors in high school who hold an elected student
office are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Two students will
be selected from each state. States have deadlines varying from
July 1 through November 2.
Amount: $5,000 and all expense paid trip to Washington, D.C.
To receive detailed information and a selection
application, contact your high school principal,
counselor or refer to the State-level Education Selection
Administrators listed on web page at:
www.ussenateyouth.org
Varies
US Achievement Scholarship Fund Visit website to see complete eligibility requirements to enter
monthly contests. Must be U.S. citizen.
Amount: $5,000
Achievement Scholarship Fund
2207 Concord Pike, Suite 623
Wilmington, DE 19803.www.achievementscholarshipfund.org
Varies
USAFunds Access to Education Scholarships Various scholarships available.
Amount: varies
For more information, see website at:
www.usafunds.org
(800) 537-4180
Varies
Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Scholarship Random drawing for students who sign up for CollegeSTEPS
program. Drawings are held eight times during the year.
Amount: $1,000
For more information, go to web site at:
https://wfefs.wellsfargo.com/csteps/rules.jsp
Varies
WinningSurveys.com Sweepstakes Fill out a survey to enter a random drawing to win up to $50,000.
Amount: $50,000
Enter online at: www.winningsurveys.com Varies
WordSmart High School Scholarship Sweepstakes Open to high school students grades 9-11. Register on website
to enter monthly random drawing for scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
For more information, see website at:
www.wordsmart.com/fwscholar/signup.php
Varies
Page 48Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
eScholarships Monthly!
April 2012 Houston
TITLE REQUIREMENTS CONTACT INFO: DUEW it /Ill t t f th F t C t t F it ill t t f i fi ti f t t i Th L R H bb d W it Ill t t f th F t V i
8/2/2019 eScholarships-April2012-HoustonEdition 1
http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/escholarships-april2012-houstonedition-1 49/49
Writers/Illustrators of the Future Contests For writers or illustrators of science fiction or fantasy stories. The
contest has four quarters- October 1, January 1, April 1 and July
1.
Amount: $500 - $5,000
L. Ron Hubbard Writers or Illustrators of the Future
Contest
P.O. Box 1630
Los Angeles, CA 90078
www.writersofthefuture.com
Varies
Young Voices Foundation Writing Contests Writing contests for students grade K - 12.
Amount: $25 - $1,500
For more information, see website at:
www.youngvoicesfoundation.org
Varies
Youth For Understanding (YFU) USA Scholarships YFU awards more than 300 different scholarships to students
each year for study abroad.
Amount: Varies with scholarship
For more information, see website at:
http://yfuusa.org/american-students/scholarships.php
Varies
Zinch.com General Scholarship Current high school student, minimum 2.0 GPA, Zinch profile
complete. Both need of student and merit considered. Winners
chosen based on what the student provides in his/her Zinch
profile.
Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
Apply online at: http://www.zinch.com/static/college-
scholarships.html
Varies
Page 49
Copyright 2009 College Guidance Consultants
