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Scholarship RosterThe information contained in this roster of scholarships is believed to be accurate and complete. However, prospective applicants are strongly advised to check with the issuing agency for any changes to amounts, eligibility, submission dates, and so forth, as such changes can be made suddenly and without notice to the general public.

Provided By Air Force Association Last Update July 201

Scholarship Name Spouse Scholarship Program

Purpose The Air Force Spouse Scholarship program is designed to encourage Air Force spouses worldwide to pursue associate, bachelor or graduate/postgraduate degrees.

Number Available The number of scholarships awarded depends on the number of qualified applicants.

Amount(s) Amount depends on the available funding

Available to Spouse

Eligibility The applicant must be a spouse of Air Force active duty, Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve to be eligible. Spouses who are themselves Air Force personnel, or in ROTC, are not eligible.

Local POC

Web Site http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/spouse.asp

Online application

Paper application

Notes Visit website for application details of submission

Provided By Air Force Aid Society Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP)

Purpose To provide partial tuition assistance for spouses of Active Duty airmen or officers, who accompany members to overseas locations and will be attending college programs.

Number Available Varies

Amount(s) The program provides tuition Assistance (TA) at a rate of 50% of unmet tuition charge per course, with a maximum of $1,500 per academic year and a term maximum, which is calculated by dividing the annual maximum ($1,500) by the number of terms within the academic year. For purposes of this program, "academic year" is defined as the 12-month period beginning August 1 through July 31 of each year.

Available to Spouse

Eligibility Spouses of Active Duty Air Force personnel, who accompany members (command sponsored) to overseas locations participating in the program, are eligible candidates. Spouses who wish to participate must reside at the participating location during the entire term(s) for which funding is requested

POC Local Airman & Family Readiness Center

Web site http://www.afas.org/Education/STAP.cfm

Online application

Paper application A generic application form, AFAS Form 90A, is available at Base Education office

Notes Contact your local Airman & Family Readiness Center for application deadlines for each term.

Provided By Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mu Phi Lambda Chapter Last Update Jan 2011

http://www.afas.org/Education/STAP.cfm

http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/spouse.asp


Scholarship Name

Purpose To reward scholastic excellence

Number Available Eleven (11)

Amount(s) Eight (8) $1500 each Three (3) $600 each

Available to High School

Eligibility US citizen or family member of a US citizen and a graduating senior from a DODDS school in Korea

GPA of 2.5

Must enter a four year accredited institution of higher learning in the Fall semester after graduating

Local POC Spencer Walton 010-8690-1447 & Anthony Thomas 010-7145-8505 (Yongsan); Levern Randall 010-2771-1906 & William Bragg 010-6345-0274 (Osan – Humphreys) Paul Smaw 010-8023-0559 (Daegu) or HS guidance office

Web Site

Online application

Paper application Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mu Phi Lambda Chapter, Attn: Mu Phi Lambda Scholarship Committee, PSC Box 703, APO AP 96206

Notes Application must be postmarked by January 31, 2011. Essay required

Provided By Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Rho Nu Omega Chapter Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose To reward students who demonstrate academic excellence and citizenship through service.

Number Available Based on number of applicants

Amount(s) undetermined


Eligibility US citizen or family member of a US citizen and a graduating senior from a DODDS school in Korea

Must enter a four year accredited college or university in the Fall semester after graduating

POC Schalette Gudger at [email protected]

Web site

Online application

Paper application Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority , Inc., Rho Nu Omega Chapter, Attn: Scholarship Committee, PSC 450, Box 114, APO AP 96206

Notes Selection process is sensitive to financial need, first generation college bound and those who have overcome obstacle.

Provided By American Forces’ Spouses’ Club Last Update Jun 2011

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Scholarship Name American Forces’ Spouses’ Club scholarship

Purpose To provide financial assistance

Number Available multiple

Amount(s) Not stated

Available to High School College *Adult /Continuing Education Students

Eligibility *Applicant must be an AFSC member or the applicant or sponsor must reside in Area I or USAG Yongsan and the applicant must hold, or be a dependent of, a USFK ration card holder.

Applicant must be in good in good standing within his/her community

GPA 2.5 or higher

Local POC Christina Wood, Scholarship chairman at [email protected]

Web Site http://www.afsckorea.org/afsckorea/Scholarships.html

Online application

Paper application Must be delivered to the Chosun Gift Shop NLT 5 March 2011

Notes Beginning in December, applications can be downloaded from the website or picked up from SAHS guidance office, the education center and the Chosun Gift Shop

*To determine eligibility contact POC

Provided By American Foundation for the Blind Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Several scholarships are available on online

Purpose To encourage blind or visually impaired students

Number Available Numerous scholarships are available

Amount(s) Ranging from $500 to $ 3,500

Available to High School College

Eligibility Students with visual disabilities

POC Please visit the website for contact information for each scholarship

Web site www.afb.org/section.asp?documentID=1845

Online application Applying methods for each scholarship may vary

Paper application Please check their websites for application process

Notes These scholarships are for blind students

Provided By American Harlequin Corporation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Harlequin Dance Scholarship

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http://www.afb.org/section.asp?documentID=1845


Purpose to provide better opportunities for young people pursuing performing arts careers

Number Available Ten (10)

Amount(s) $25,000

Available to Dance school students

Eligibility Applicants must be between the age of 15 and 21.

Applicants have to be enrolled in public or private dance school.

Please visit the website for more information.

POC Phone: 800-642-6440

Web site www.harlequinfloors.com

Online application There is an online application.

Paper application Students also so may submit their application by faxing to 856-231-4403. Forms are available on the website.

Notes The organization will randomly draw to select winners.

Provided By American Indian College Fund Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Various

Purpose To promote education at tribal colleges. Mainstream colleges are available

Number Available Multiple

Amount(s) Up to $10,000

Available to General Public College students

Eligibility American Indian or Alaskan Native with proof of descendancy

POC Phone: 800-776-3863

Web site www.collegefund.org

Online application Please visit the web site for application information on each scholarship

Paper application

Notes Many opportunities for Native American students

Provided By The American Legion Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Samsung American Legion Scholarship

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http://www.harlequinfloors.com/us/en/dance-area/dance-scholarship.html


Purpose To provide financial aid


Amount(s) From $1,000 to $20,000


Eligibility High school juniors- who participate in either an American Legion Boys State or America Legion Auxiliary Girls State program and be a direct descendant of a US veteran who served during a period of war.

Local POC

Web Site www.legion.org

Online application Application is available via online

Paper application

Notes

Provided By The American Legion Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name American Legion Legacy Scholarship

Purpose Provide financial aid


Amount(s) Varies


Eligibility Child/children of a spouse by a prior marriage or dependent child as defined by the US Armed Services for active duty personnel of the US military and National Guard, and military reservists who were federalized and die on active duty on or after 9/11/01. Must be a high school senior or high school graduate to apply.

POC

Web site www.legion.org

Online application Application is available via online

Paper application

Notes

Provided By American Legion Auxiliary Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Four scholarships are available on the website

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http://www.legion.org/scholarships

http://www.legion.org/scholarships


Purpose To assist students financially


Amount(s) From $1,000 to $ 3,000


Eligibility Please check each scholarship for eligibility for each scholarship

Local POC

Web Site www.legion-aux.org

Online application Each has different methods of applying

Paper application

Notes Deadline is usually the first of May every year

Provided By American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC), Korea Chapter

Last Update July 2011

Scholarship Name


Number Available TBD

Amount(s) $750


Eligibility Graduating seniors from DODDS schools in Korea with GPA of 3.0

Letter of recommendation from a teacher, minister, scout leader, ,adult family friend or community leader

Letter of acceptance for college or university

Typed essay (600-1200 words) about career goals and how they will be obtained

Local POC Ernest Eddy, DNS: 723-6592 , [email protected]

Web Site

Online application PDF format to [email protected]

Paper application

Notes Available to students attending SAHS, OAHS, or DAHS

Provided By American Women’s Club (AWC) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Provide financial assistance for college level education

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http://www.alaforveterans.org/what_we_do/scholarships/Pages/default.aspx


Number Available

Amount(s)

Available to High School College Adult Students

Eligibility Active AWC member, or spouse or child of active member

College student and Adult student applicants must be enrolled in college, university, vocational or technical school, nursing school, business school with GPA of 2.5

High school applicant must complete the requirements for graduation and have 2.5 GPA

Must be in good standing with the community

POC AWC Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop ph# 020 795-7675 [email protected]

Web site http://www.awcseoul.org

Online application

Paper application Submit in person at the AWC Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, Yongsan South Post

. Or mail to AWCTSA at PSC 450 Box 75, APO AP 96206-0001

Notes AWC & AWCTSA have almost identical eligibility requirements and application packet. But, in fact, are two distinct scholarships

Provided By American Women’s Club Thrift Shop Association (AWCTSA)

Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Provide financial assistance for college level education

Number Available

Amount(s)

Available to High School College Adult Students

Eligibility US Citizen and family member of USFK military or DOD civilian and have valid ID card. College student and Adult student applicants must be enrolled in college, university, vocational or technical school, nursing school, business school with GPA of 2.5

High school applicant must complete the requirements for graduation and have 2.5 GPA

Must be in good standing with the community

Local POC AWC Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop ph# 020 795-7675 [email protected]

Web Site http://www.awcseoul.org

Paper application Submit in person at the AWC Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, Yongsan South Post

Or mail to AWCTSA at PSC 450 Box 75, APO AP 96206-0001

Notes AWC & AWCTSA have almost identical eligibility requirements and application packet. But, in fact, are two distinct scholarships

Provided By AMVETS Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name AMVETS National Service Foundation

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mailto:[email protected]


Purpose To assist children of veterans pursuing higher education

Number Available Six (6) $4,000 for high school seniors. ($1000 a year for four years)

Three (3) $4,000 for veterans ($1000 a year for four years)

One (1) $1,000 for JROTC high school senior

Amount(s) See above

Available to High School Veterans

Eligibility High school seniors: and Veterans: enrollment in a 4-year undergraduate program or an accredited technical/trade leading to certification or degree

JROTC senior: enrollment in any undergraduate program

POC Beryl W. Love, Programs Director – Phone: 301-683-4030 Email: [email protected]

Tiffany Hilton, Programs Associate – Phone: 301-683-4031 Email: [email protected]

Web site www.amvets.org (From main page, Programs—Educational Opportunities)

Online application Need to be submitted online. Please check online for more information on application.

Paper application

Notes Visit web site for detailed information on the scholarships, eligibility and application.

Provided By AMVETS Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo Family Foundation Memorial Scholarship

Purpose To assist those seeking new skills to be more competitive in the job market

Number Available One (1) nationwide per year

Amount(s) $3,000

Available to Military

Eligibility Veterans, reservists, guardsmen

Local POC Beryl W. Love, Programs Director – Phone: 301-683-4030 Email: [email protected]


Web Site www.amvets.org ( From main page, Programs—Educational Opportunities)

Online application Need to be submitted online. Please check online for more information on application.

Paper application

Notes Visit web site for more detailed information

Provided By AMVETS And University of Phoenix Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name University of Phoenix

Purpose Obtain high-quality online education

Number Available Fifty (50)

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Amount(s) $7,000

Available to Military Family Members

Eligibility Veterans, active duty service members, reservists, guardsmen and family members

POC Beryl W. Love, Programs Director – Phone: 301-683-4030 Email: [email protected]


Web site www.amvets.org (From main page, Programs—Educational Opportunities)

Online application Download application from www.phoenix.edu check for more information online.

Paper application If an applicant is under age of 21 or prefer paper application, submission must be done via mail.

Notes Visit web sites for more detailed information Deadline: August 11, 2011.

Provided By AMVETS and DeVry University Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Devry University Scholarship

Purpose To provide opportunity for veterans and their families to pursue or enhance their college education

Number Available Ten (10) awarded each semester


Available to Veterans Family Members

Eligibility Veterans, their immediate family members (i.e. spouse, natural or adopted children) and the natural and adopted children of member of the active military including Guard and Reserve. Current students at DeVry University or Keller Graduate School of Management are NOT eligible.

Local POC

Web Site www.amvets.org (From main page, Programs—Educational Opportunities)

Online application Download application at www.amvets.org/devry

Paper application

Notes Scholarship good at Devry University or its Keller Graduate School of Management. Online or any of their institutions in the US

Provided By Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association

Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Various scholarships are available.

Purpose To provide educational incentives, opportunities and assistance for students and military persons.

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Amount(s) Ranging from $2,000 to $25,000

Available to College ROTC Military

Eligibility Please check each scholarship for eligibility for each scholarship

POC Phone: (703) 631-6135

Web site www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/

Online application

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Armed Services YMCA of the USA (ASYMCA) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Art Contest

Purpose My Military Family

Number Available 1st and 2nd place from each service Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard , National Guard/Reserve

Amount(s) 1st place = $500 savings bond 2nd Place = $100 savings bond

Available to Kindergarten Elementary School

Eligibility Sons and daughters of military families in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard/Reserve

Grades K-6

POC [email protected]

Web site www.asymca.org

Online application

Paper application Art work sent to: ASYMCA, Attn: Art Contest, 6359 Walker Lane, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22310

Notes

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http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/


Provided By Armed Services YMCA of the USA (ASYMCA) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Essay Contest

Purpose My Military Hero

Number Available 1st and 2nd place in each category and for each service Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard , National Guard/Reserve

Amount(s) 1st place = $500 savings bond 2nd Place = $100 savings bond

Available to Elementary School Middle School High School

Eligibility Sons and daughters of military families in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard/Reserve

Grades 1-8 should write essay of 100 – 300 words

Grades 9-12 should write essay of 300 – 500 words

Local POC [email protected]

Web Site www.asymca.org

Online application

Paper application Essay sent to: ASYMCA, Attn: Essay Contest, 6359 Walker Lane, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22310

Notes Categories are grades: 1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12

Provided By Army Aviation Association of America Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Promote college-level education for members of AAAA


Amount(s) From $1,000 to $10,000 Interest free loans up to $4,000 ($1,000 a year) are available

Available to High School College Military Spouse

Eligibility The applicant must be a member of AAAA, or the spouse, the unmarried son or daughter, the unmarried brother or sister, the unmarried grandchild of an AAAA member or deceased member. In all instances, the member's effective date of AAAA membership must be on or before May 1 of the previous year in which the applicant is seeking aid unless the member is deceased.

POC CPT Tom Potter DSN: 753-7250 Cell: 010-6415-8593

Web site www.quad-a.org

Online application

Paper application Request from: AAAA Scholarship Foundation, Inc, 755 Main St. Ste 4D, Monroe, CT 06468-2830

Or: [email protected]

Notes Application deadline is 1 May of each year

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Provided By Army Emergency Relief (AER) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name MG James Ursano Scholarship Program

Purpose To provide financial assistance to Soldiers and their dependents in time of valid emergency need.


Amount(s)

Available to High School Dependent children under the age of 23

Eligibility GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale

Be a dependent (under 23, registered in DEERS and unmarried for entire academic year) of an active duty or retired Soldier. Be a dependent of a Soldier who died on active duty or during retirement.

Local POC ACS AER staff.

Web Site www.aerhq.org

Online application Strongly recommended to apply on line at web site. Submission of application opens in December

Paper application Mail to: Army Emergency Relief, MG James Ursano Scholarship Program, 200 Stovall Street, Alexandria, VA 22332-0600

Notes Student Aid Report (SAR) must be retrieved from FAFSA and mailed to AER by the student. Apply for SAR through the school or at the web site: www.fafsa.ed.gov

Provided By Army Emergency Relief (AER) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Overseas Spouse Education Assistance Program (OSEAP)

Purpose To assist spouses in gaining the education required to allow them to qualify for increased occupational opportunities


Amount(s) Maximum of $2900 for the academic year

Available to Spouse

Eligibility Spouses of active duty Soldier, physically residing at overseas residence, and enrolled, accepted or pending acceptance as students for the entire term in post-secondary or vocational institutions under contract at the education office and approved by the U.S. Department of Education

POC ACS AER staff

Web site www.aerhq.org

Online application

Paper application Mail to: Army Emergency Relief, Oversea Spouse Education Assistance Program, 200 Stovall Street, Alexandria, VA 22332-0600

Notes Visit web site for detailed information

Provided By Army Nurse Corps Association Last Update Jun 2011

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Scholarship Name



Amount(s) $3,000

Available to High School College *Adult /Continuing Education Students

Eligibility Nursing students who plan to enter a component of the US Army and are enrolled in a program not funded by a component of the US Army

Nursing students who have previously served in a component of the US Army

Army Nurse Corps officers in a component of the US Army enrolled in a nursing or other eligible program not funded by the US Army

Army enlisted soldiers in a component of the US Army enrolled in a nursing program not funded by the US Army

-Nursing students whose parent(s) and/or spouse are/have served in a component of the US Army

POC [email protected]

Web site http://e-ancsa.org

Online application

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Authors: Gail Ann Schlachter & R. David Weber Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Financial Aid for Veterans, Military Personnel and Their Dependents - 2008 - 2010

Purpose List of: scholarships, fellowships/grants, Loans, grants-in-aid and awards designed primarily or exclusively for veterans, military personnel and their dependents.


Amount(s) Varies

Available to High School College Military/Veterans Spouse

Eligibility Dependent upon scholarship

POC This book is available at the Yongsan Army Education Center

Web site

Online application

Paper application

Notes Information on 1300 programs that have been set aside for Veterans, Military Personnel and their Dependents.

Provided By Asian and Pacific Island American Scholarship Fund Last Update July 2011

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Scholarship Name Numerous scholarships/ APIASF Scholarship Program

Purpose

Number Available More than 200

Amount(s) From $2,500 to $8,000

Available to College

Eligibility -Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census

-Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply

-Be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or university in the Fall of 2011. Please read each listing for specific eligibility requirements regarding the academic standing required for each scholarship.

-Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED

-Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 1

-Submit one letter of recommendation

POC Phone: 1866-274-4677 e-mail: [email protected]

Web site www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html

Online application Online application must be submitted

Paper application

Notes

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Provided By Black News.Com Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Black Scholarships -- thirty-eight (38) listed

Purpose To promote educational opportunities to African Americans


Amount(s) Dependent upon the scholarship

Available to High School College General Public

Eligibility African Americans

Local POC

Web Site http://www.blacknews.com/directory/black_african_american_scholarships.shtml

Online application

Paper application

Notes There are 38 scholarships that Black News offers

Provided By CAP Charitable Foundation Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Ron Brown Scholar Program

Purpose To award academically talented African-American high school seniors who intend to pursue undergraduate degrees full time and are in financial need.

Number Available Minimum of ten (10)

Amount(s) $10,000 annually for four years


Eligibility US Citizen or permanent resident

Black or African-American and high school seniors at time of application

Demonstrate academic achievement and exhibit leadership and participation in community service

POC

Web site www.ronbrown.org

Online application

Paper application Ron Brown Scholar Program, 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Notes Ms. Fran Hardley, Executive Assistant , [email protected]

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Provided By Central Texas College Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name “Wounded Warrior” Spouse Scholarship Program

Purpose To provide financial assistance to qualifying spouses


Amount(s) Scholarship covers payment of tuition and general fees up to 30 semester hours

Available to Spouse

Eligibility Spouse of US military member who received a Purple Heart in Sep 2001 or later

Local POC Local CTC site representative or [email protected]

Web Site http://www.ctcd.edu/militaryspouses/ww_personnel_procedures-checklist.pdf

Online application

Paper application Submit to local CTC representative or mail to: Central Texas College, ATTN: Online Mentors,

P.O. Box 1800, Kileen, TX 76540

Notes FAX: (254) 526-1481

Provided By Coast Guard Foundation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Several scholarships are available on online

Purpose To educate and motivate enlisted, reserved personnel, and their family

Number Available Numerous

Amount(s) Ranging from $500 to $1,000

Available to Coast Guard active duty and reserved personnel

Dependents

Eligibility Please check the handbook on online for eligibility for each has different requirements

Local POC Brad Sisley, Director of Annual Giving phone: (860) 535-0786 , email: [email protected]

Web Site Coastguardfoundation.org/pages/scholarship-guide

Online application Applying methods for each scholarship may vary

Paper application Please check their websites for application process

Notes These scholarships are for Coast Guard members and their family members

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Provided By Coca Cola Scholars Foundation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Coca Cola Scholars Program – Four Year Award for Seniors

Purpose Rewards leadership and excellence as exemplified through academic achievement and extracurricular activities, including commitment to community service

Number Available Fifty (50) four-year $20,000 scholarships and 200 four-year $10,000 scholarships for use at accredited colleges and universities within the US.

Amount(s) See above


Eligibility Current high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the US

US citizens, US nationals or permanent residents

Seniors anticipating a high school diploma during the academic year in which application is made

Seniors plan to pursue a degree at an accredited US postsecondary institute

3.0 GPA at the end of the junior year

POC

Web site https://www.coca-colascholars.org

Online application Submit electronic application 1 August to 31 October of the senior year

Paper application

Provided By Commissary Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Scholarships for Military Children

Purpose Recognition of military families to the fighting force and celebration of the role of the commissary

Number Available Minimum of one (1) at each commissary location where applications are received

Amount(s) $1,500


Eligibility Dependent, unmarried children under 23 of active duty personnel, reserve/guard and retired military members or survivors of service members who died while on active duty or survivors of individuals who died while receiving retired pay.

Enrolled or intending to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited college or university in the Fall semester.

GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Short typed essay

Local POC Commissary manager

Web Site http://militaryscholar.org/sfmc/index.html

Online application Not permitted, but application can be downloaded from the web site

Paper application Submit application to local commissary by hand or mail. Applications are available at the commissary

Notes

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Provided By Daegu Community Association Last Update Jan 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To reward scholastic achievement, community service, extracurricular activities

Number Available TBD

Amount(s) TBD


Eligibility Graduating Daegu HS student or any graduating HS student in Area IV who is dependent of active duty military or SOFA sponsored employee based in Area IV

Applicant accepted or expected to be accepted by an accredited institute of higher learning for an undergraduate degree in the 2012 Fall Term

Local POC J. Loleta Butler 010-3550-1913 [email protected]

Web Site

Online application None

Paper application Deliver to Apple Tree or DCA Board Member by 22 April 2012

Notes Essay required, 20 hours volunteer work, 2 letters of recommendations See instructions for details

Provided By Department of Defense Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Spouses To Teachers (STT)

Purpose Spouses to Teachers is a Department of Defense project designed to assist spouses of active duty and reserve military members to become public school teachers.


Amount(s)

Available to Spouses

Eligibility

POC

Web site www.spousestoteachers.com

Online application

Paper application

Notes For information on the program visit the Education Center and visit the website

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Provided By Diamond Sutra Recitation Group Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Fifty Wonders of Korea Essay Contest

Purpose To promote interest in Korea


Amount(s) $50 - $1000


Eligibility Read the “Fifty Wonders of Korea, Vol. 1, Culture and Art,” and compose an essay on the importance or achievements discussed in the book or an essay on your general impressions of Korean culture and scientific achievements. Essays must be two to three pages.

Local POC

Web Site http://www.kscpp.net/

Online application

Paper application

Notes “Fifty Wonders of Korea” is found on the web site.

Provided By Duck® Brand Last Update June 2011

Scholarship Name "STUCK AT PROM" SCHOLARSHIP

Purpose To provide financial assistance to students

Number Available

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Amount(s)

First place: $5,000; Second place: $3,000; Third place: $2,000

Seven Runners Up couples: $500

Six Honorable Mention

Available to High school

Eligibility Students at age of 14 years or older at the time of entry who are attending high school, home school association or other school-sanctioned prom.

Local POC

Web Site duckbrand.com/Promotions/stuck-at-prom/

Online application To enter the contest, students need to submit at least one high-resolution color photograph of the each couple. Students will be asked to provide their names, phone numbers, addresses, e-mail addresses, high school grade level, and where their proms are hosted.

Paper application

Notes Students under the age of 18 years must submit their parents information.

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Provided By ET Foundation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name International Aluminum, Design Competition

Purpose Promote careers in design, architecture and engineering

Number Available Four (4)

Amount(s) 1st place = $3,000; 2nd place = $2,000; 3rd place = $1,000

Hydro Sustainable design = $2,500


Eligibility Visit web site for eligibility and requirements

POC

Web site http://etfoundation.org/dcstudent.html

Online application International Aluminum, Design Competition

Paper application Promote careers in design, architecture and engineering

Notes

Provided By Folds of Honor Foundation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose Provides post-secondary educational scholarships for children and spouses of military service men and women killed or disabled while serving our great nation

Number Available Two types available: Immediate Use Scholarships & Future Use Scholarships

Amount(s)

Available to High School College Infant to 8th Grade Spouse

Eligibility Spouse or dependent of active duty or Reserve Component soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, or Coast Guardsman killed or disabled in GWOT. For other categories visit web site.


Web Site http://www.foldsofhonor.org/

E-Mail for questions on scholarships [email protected].

Online application Submit your application via mail.

Paper application Download the application from the website.

Notes Visit website for application details of submission starting in 2011

Provided By FRA Last Update Jun 201120


http://www.foldsofhonor.org/



Scholarship Name None noted except for The Walter E. Beall Scholarship; The LA FRA Scholarships

Purpose FRA believes that educating our service members and veterans is an important duty

Number Available Varies


Available to College Military Spouse

Eligibility Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard personnel and their families Full-time students who are U.S. citizens attending accredited colleges and universities in the United States.

POC Vince Cuthie : [email protected]

Web site http://www.fra.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home&TEMPLATE=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&CONTENTID=10057

Online application Applications are available on line, but must be mailed before deadline of 15 Apr 11

Paper application Mail to: FRA Education Foundation; 125 N. West Street; Alexandria, VA 22314-2754

Notes Submission date: 15 April Visit website for details

Provided By Freedom Alliance Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name The Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund



Amount(s) $10,000 is awarded to the Eagle Scout selected as The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year. Three runner-ups each receive a $2,500 scholarship.


Eligibility -The dependant son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has become permanently disabled (100% VA disability rating) as a result of an operational mission or training accident. -The dependant son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been killed in action. -The dependant son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been classified as a prisoner of war (POW) or missing in action (MIA). AND-Currently in their senior year of high school, a high school graduate or a currently enrolled full time undergraduate student. -Under the age of 26 at the time of application.

Local POC Morgan at (800) 475-6620, Email: [email protected]

Web Site http://www.fascholarship.com

Online application https://apply.fascholarship.com/

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Provided By Hispanic Scholarship Fund Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name This organization have numerous scholarships for Hispanic students.

Purpose Designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage to obtain a college degree


Amount(s) Generally range from $1,000 to $5,000


Eligibility Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements

Local POC

Web Site http://www.hsf.net/default.aspx

Online application Please check online for applying methods for each scholarship.

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Kappa Alpha Psi, Korea Alumni Chapter Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Joe Cothron Scholarship Award

Purpose To provide financial assistance for college


Amount(s) $1,000.00


Eligibility Awarded to deserving, highly motivated DODDS graduating seniors with an average to excellent academic achievement record, strong leadership potential, and involvement in school/community activities.

POC Scholarship Committee Chairman, [email protected]

Web site Not yet available

Online application Not yet available

Paper application Available from the guidance counselor @ SAHS and from [email protected]

Notes Our scholarships target students who have demonstrated exceptional merit, citizenship, commitment to service throughout their school and community, and various aspects of academic achievement. The selection process is sensitive to students with financial need, the first generation college bound, and those who have overcome obstacles.

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Provided By Ladies of the ROK Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority ,Inc


Scholarship Name

Purpose To assist in the higher education of our youth

Number Available

Amount(s)


Eligibility DoD Dependent with GPA 2.5 or better

Official HS transcript

One letter of recommendation from a community leader or teacher

Typed essay

Legibly completed application

Local POC Pat McCaa, President of Delta Sigma Theta, ROK Alumna Chapter, PSC 450 Box 733, APO AP 96206

Web Site

Online application

Paper application Submit to: LaKisha Hudson Nwosu for Seoul American High School students

Notes Scholarships available to students at Osan American High School and Daegu American High School

Provided By Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Honoring Marines by educating their children


Amount(s) General range: $1000 to $4500


Eligibility Son or daughter of active duty or reserve US Marine or a Marine who served 90 days active duty and was honorably discharged, medically discharged or killed while serving in the US Marines

High school graduate or registered as an undergraduate studying for first bachelor’s degree

Maximum family adjusted gross income of $80,000 or less

GPA of 2.0

POC

Web site http://www.mcsf.com/site/c.ivKVLaMTIuG/b.1678341/k.7C5C/Eligibility_Requirements

Online application

Paper application

Notes Visit web site for detailed information on the scholarships, eligibility and application

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Provided By Military Intelligence Corps Association (MICA) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose To provide educational scholarships for MICA Individual Members and their family members.


Amount(s) $500 to $1000

Available to High School College Military Spouse

Eligibility Applicants must be pursuing their first undergraduate (Associates or Bachelors) degree or technical certificate. Applicants already possessing an undergraduate degree or seeking a graduate degree are not eligible.

Must be current member MICA, spouse, or child

Local POC

Web Site www.micorps.org

Online application

Paper application Office of the Chief, Military Intelligence, Attn: MICA Scholarship Chairman, 110 Rhea Sts, Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613-7080

Notes For information: [email protected]

Scholarship funds will be used for attendance (tuition, books and classroom fees) at any regionally accredited college, university, or state approved vocational school or technical institution.

Provided By Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Annual Military Professional Essay Contest

Purpose To promote an acknowledgement of military

Number Available Three (3)

Amount(s) $1000 for first place; $500 for second place; $250 for third place

Available to High School College Military and Veterans

Familiy members

Eligibility Any former, retired, and current military members, and their family members are eligible.

Students, staff, and faculty members at any Professional Military Education Institution are eligible.

Staff members, directors of MOAA, and their family members are not eligible. Writers have to be at least 18 years old.

Local POC

Web Site http://www.moaa.org/essaycontest

Online application Submission by e-mail

Notes MOAA will accept essays through July 31. Essays must be less than 750 words.

Please check the web site for more information.

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Provided By Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Base/Post Scholarship

Purpose To provide financial assistance to students seeking an undergraduate degree

Number Available Twenty-five (25)

Amount(s) $1,000

Available to High School Students under 24

Eligibility Sons and daughters of active duty military personnel

Includes members of the drilling reserve and National Guard

No GPA requirement

POC

Web site www.moaa.org/education

Online application Application is online and must be submitted online

Paper application

Notes Visit web site for additional scholarships, loans and grants. Scholarship search engine available.

Provided By Military OneSource Last Update July 2010

Scholarship Name MyCAA Program



Amount(s) Maximum of $4,000

Available to Spouses

Eligibility Must be a spouse of an active duty service member in pay grades E1-E5, W1-W2, and O1-O2. Spouse must finish program of study within 3 years of the start date of the first course. Limited to Associate degrees, certifications, licenses.

POC

Web site Military OneSource website

Online application Print off of website

Paper application

Notes

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Provided By Military Order of the Purple Heart Last Update Sep 2010

Scholarship Name


Number Available 83 awarded in 2010

Amount(s) $3,000


Eligibility The spouse or widow of member of MOPH, a vet killed in action, or a vet who died of wounds. Direct descendant (child, step-child, adopted child, or grandchild) of a member of the MOPH or a veteran killed in Vietnam or who died of wounds, but had no opportunity to join MOPH

POC Stewart McKeown at MOPH Headquarters: [email protected], (703) 642-5360

Web site http://www.purpleheart.org. Select “Programs” at the top of the homepage then “Scholarships” from the drop-down box

Online application Application is found at web site.

Paper application Applications must be received at MOPH Headquarters in Springfield, Virginia by 5:00pm. No exceptions will be granted by 15 February 2011

Notes Other eligibility requirements at web site

Provided By Military Spouse Career Advancement Account Initiative Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Military OneSource Spouse Education and Career Program

Purpose Advance military spouses into portable careers by providing education and training


Amount(s) $3000 one year renewed for an additional year for a total of $6000

Available to Spouse

Eligibility The Department of Defense (DoD) Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) program provides a lifetime benefit of up to $6,000 of Financial Assistance (FA) for military spouses who are pursuing licenses, certificates, credentials or degree programs leading to employment in Portable Career Fields.

Local POC DOD POC: Mr. Mike Tevnan, 703.908.1237 703.908.1237

Web Site http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/FindInformation/Category/MilitarySpouseCareerAdvancementAccounts.aspx

Online application

Paper application

Notes To speak with a consultant call Military OneSource at 1.800.342.9647 1.800.342.9647

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Provided By Morning Calm Chapter of AFCEA Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Promote higher education in technology and the sciences through award of financial scholarship


Amount(s) Minimum $1000


Eligibility US Citizen

US Government affiliated student (ID card holder)

HS Senior attending high schools in Korea

College student attending a US accredited four year college or university

Acceptance to and eventual attendance at a four year college or university

Preference for technology-related major program of study

POC Mr. Edward Durham at 723-3883 (on base) cell: 010-8943-9413, E-mail: [email protected]

Web site http://www.afcea-korea.org/en/content/awards-%2526amp3B-scholarships

Online application

Paper application Submit through POC

Notes

Provided By National Military Family Association Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship Program

Purpose To provide financial assistance to Military Spouses


Amount(s) $500 to $1,000

Available to Spouse

Eligibility Spouse of Uniformed Services member (active duty, National Guard and Reserve, retirees and survivors)

Local POC

Web Site http://www.nmfa.org

Online application http://www.militaryfamily.org/our-programs/military-spouse-scholarships/apply-now/

Paper application

Notes Scholarship to pursue professional certification or attend post secondary school or graduate school. Scholarship may be used for tuition, fees, school room and board.

Provided By National Ranger Memorial Foundation, Inc Last Update Jun 2011

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Scholarship Name NRMF’s Annual Scholarship

Purpose To honor the ones who dedicated themselves to the Ranger Creed and to provide educational needs

Number Available Up to Twenty five (25)

Amount(s) $1,000


Eligibility Those who served in the Ranger Creed and their family members

Local POC Phone: (706) 687-0906 ; E-mail: [email protected]

Web Site http://www.RangerMemorial.com

Online application Applicants will be asked to write applications via online

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name NMCRS Gold Star Scholarship Program

Purpose To provide educational assistance

Number Available

Amount(s)

Available to Dependents Spouses

Eligibility Children and Spouses of service members who

-died in retired status

-died on active duty

-is a USS Stark and died or was disabled, as a result of the missile attack

Check the website for more eligibilities

POC Phone: (703) 696-4960 ; E-mail: [email protected]

Web site www.nmcrs.org/education

Online application Applicants can download applications on online

Paper application

Notes


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Scholarship Name Joseph A. McAlinden Divers Scholarship

Purpose To help Navy and Marine Corps divers in need

Number Available

Amount(s) Ranging from $500 to $3,000 per academic year

Available to Navy-Marine Divers College

Eligibility Navy-Marine Corps divers and their family members

Check the online and the application for further information

POC Phone: (703) 696-4960 DSN: 426-4960 E-mail: [email protected]

Web site http://www.nmcrs.org/education

Online application

Paper application Applicants will be asked to complete the applications and mail them to the address written on the application

Notes


Scholarship Name Society of Sponsors of the United States Navy Centennial Scholarship

Purpose To promote educational opportunities

Number Available Five (5)

Amount(s) $3,000

Available to Navy-Marine

Eligibility Injured veterans who served in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps

Please check the website’s application for details

Local POC Phone: (703) 696-4960 ; E-mail: [email protected]

Web Site http://www.nmcrs.org/education

Online application

Paper application Applicants will be asked to complete the applications and mail them to the address written on the application

Notes

Provided By Navy Supply Corps Foundation Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Scholarships plus Memorial Scholarships

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Number Available Number of recipients varies every year. For the 2011-2012 academic year 82 students have been awarded.

Amount(s) The amounts of prizes range from one-year scholarship valued at $1,000 per year to four-year scholarship valued at $12,500 per year.

Available to High School College Spouse

Eligibility Any family member (child, grandchild or spouse) of a qualifying Supply Corps officer or supply enlisted member (active duty, reservist, or retired) is eligible for consideration to receive financial assistance for undergraduate studies at an accredited two or four-year post-secondary school institution.

Local POC Contact Jack Evans at (706) 354-4111 or email: [email protected]

Web Site https://www.usnscf.com/programs/scholarships.aspx

Online application

Paper application

Notes Next year's applications will be on this website beginning Jan. 10, 2011.

Provided By Non Commissioned Officers Association of the USA Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Scholarship Fund, Inc

Purpose To provide financial assistance for family members of NCOA members

Number Available Nine (9) to children Four (4) to spouses Two (2) special grants

Amount(s) $900 to children and spouses $1000 special grants

Available to Family Members

Eligibility Children and spouses of members of the Non Commissioned Officers Association

For undergraduate study at accredited colleges and universities

Children must be under 25 to receive initial grant

POC

Web site www.ncoausa.org (Benevolent Programs—Scholarship Fund)

Online application

Paper application Request application from web site or from NCOA Scholarship Fund, Inc., P.O. Box 33790, San Antonio, TX 78265

Notes Complete applications must be submitted to NCOA Headquarters by 31 March of each year.

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Provided By Non Commissioned Officers Association of the USA Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Betsy Ross Educational Fund

Purpose Assist NCOA Auxiliary Division Members to prepare for employment or improve employable skills

Number Available Six (6)

Amount(s) Up to $250 depending on the cost of the course. Provided each new quarter of the year

Available to Spouse

Eligibility Membership in the NCOA Auxiliary

Local POC

Web Site www.ncoausa.org (Benevolent Programs—Scholarship Fund)

Online application Visit web site for application

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Non Commissioned Officers Association, Dragon Hill Chapter 1507

Last Update July 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To award scholarships to students who have not received larger scholarship from another source

Number Available Four (4)

Amount(s) $1000


Eligibility Child of US military enlisted service member or child of NCOA Dragon Hill Chapter member in good standing with DODDS high school in Korea

Senior with GPA of 3.25 or higher

Performed a minimum of 40 hours community service or volunteer work in junior/senior year in school

POC Joseph Terry

Web site www.ncoakorea.org

Online application

Paper application NCOA Dragon Hill Chapter, PSC 450, BOX 705, APO AP 96206

Notes Application deadline is 1 April of each year

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Provided By Order of the Eastern Star Glorietta F. Duncan #113 Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose To provide financial assistance to graduating seniors

Number Available

Amount(s)


Eligibility

Local POC Ruby P. Polite, cell: 010-3780-3953 or E-mail: [email protected]

Web Site

Online application

Paper application Submit through school guidance office

Notes

Provided By Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Omega Sigma Chapter


Scholarship Name

Purpose Culture for Service, Service for Humanity


Amount(s) $1000


Eligibility Graduating senior

Must enter a four year accredited college or university in the Fall semester after graduating

Be in good standing within the community

POC Scholarship Chairperson at [email protected]

Web site

Online application

Paper application Submit completed application at the school guidance office

Notes

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Provided By Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International Last Update July 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To award scholarships to prospective educators who have a connection with PDK


Amount(s) Varies


Eligibility High School seniors intending to major in education who are:Child or grandchild of PDK member in good standing orHave one reference by a Kappan in good standing orWhose application is selected to represent PDK chapter in the local areaUndergraduate members of PDK who are enrolled in a college education program


Web Site http://www.pdkintl.org/awards/prospective.htm

Online application Download application and submit by 1 March 2011

Write an essay about yourself and the traits you already possess

that will enable you to become an effective teacher. 500 words.

Paper application Scholarship Programs, Phi Delta Kappa International, P.O. Box 789, Bloomington, IN 47402-0789

Notes .Drew Brandt, USAG Y-ACAP is a Kappan in good standing, 738-7322

Provided By Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International/ Seoul Chapter 1423 Last Update Jan 2011

Scholarship Name PDK: Seoul Chapter

Purpose To award scholarships to prospective educators

Number Available One

Amount(s) $500


Eligibility High School Seniors attending SAHS or an international or Korean school in Seoul

Intending to major in education in a 4 year college or university

Local POC Irene De Shazo e-mail: [email protected]

Web Site

Online application Not permitted

Paper application Submit to local POC by Feb15, 2011

Notes An essay on why you want to be an educator must accompany the application

Provided By The Ronald Reagan Last Update Jun 2011

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Scholarship Name GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Purpose




Eligibility Colllege bound students

POC Phone: 805-522-2977 Email: [email protected]

Web site www.reaganfoundation.org

Online application

Paper application

Notes

Provided By Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Army Air Force Navy/Marine Corps

Purpose To train professional military officers


Amount(s) Dependent upon program

Available to High School College Military (enlisted)

Eligibility

POC

Web site Army: http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/index.jsp

Air Force: http://www.afrotc.com

Navy/Marine Corps: https://www.nrotc.navy.mil

Online application

Paper application

Notes Interested in being a nurse? Check out Army & Navy Nurse ROTC Programs

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Provided By SAE International Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name SAE Engineering Scholarships

Purpose To develop the engineering workforce by providing financial assistance


Amount(s) Ranging from $400 to full tuition


Eligibility High School seniors interested in studying engineering or a related science

Local POC Phone: (724) 772-8593 e-mail: [email protected]

Web Site http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships or E-mail: scholarshipsae.org

Online application

Paper application

Notes For currently enrolled college students visit web site for available scholarships

Provided By Sentinels of Freedom Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To benefit members of the U.S. Armed Forces severely injured during their services

Number Available

Amount(s)

Available to Military

Eligibility Those who have permanent disabilities are qualified for the scholarship

-Amputation, blindness, deafness, paraplegia, severe burns, limited TBI, limited PTSD, and other severe injuries may be considered also on a case by case basis

Local POC

Web Site http://www.sentinelsoffreedom.org/sof_rw/sof.cfm?nlvl1=2&nlvl2=97

Online application First, applicants must fill out website questionnaire to qualify for the scholarship

Paper application

Notes

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Provided By Seoul American High School Spanish Club Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name


Number Available One (1)

Amount(s) $1000


Eligibility Enrolled in Seoul American High School (SAHS) and will graduate in June

Be in good standing

GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Intend to enroll in the fall semester of an accredited college or university

Not awarded a full tuition scholarship

Not awarded a full ROTC scholarship

Not an officer in the SAHS Spanish Club

POC Officers of the SAHS Spanish Club

Web site

Online application Online or E-mail submission of application not permitted

Paper application Turn in to Mrs. Baker of SAHS

Notes

Provided By The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), Korea Post


Scholarship Name SAME Scholarship

Purpose To promote careers in engineering or engineering-related fields.


Amount(s) $1500


Eligibility Graduating DODDS high school students

Graduating dependents of Korea Post members in the US

Local POC LTC Teresa Straus, DSN 723-7090, [email protected]

Web Site http://posts.same.org/korea/

Online application n/a

Paper application Application available through all DODDS high schools in Korea. Submit completed application to:

Scholarship Committee Chairman, PSC 450, Box 602, APO AP 96206--0602

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Provided By ThanksUSA (Kaplan University) Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name ThanksUSA Scholarship Program

Purpose


Amount(s) $3,000 or more

Available to Highs school College Spouse

Eligibility -Be dependent children, age of 24 or under, of U.S. military personnel

-Enrolled in college or university as a full-time student

-Be spouses of the military personnel

Local POC Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-877-849-8727 or 1-507-931-0408

Web Site www.thanksusa.org/main/scholarships.html

Online application ThanksUSA accepts only online applications. Please visit the website for further information

Paper application

Notes

Provided By The United States Senate Youth Program Last Update Jan 2011

Scholarship Name USSYP Scholarship

Purpose To present a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service.

Number Available Two (2) from each state +D.C + DODDS Schools

Amount(s) $5000 scholarship plus a week in Washington to experience how the government works


Eligibility high school junior or senior student provided he or she has not previously been a delegate to Washington Week and has not received a USSYP scholarship serving in an elected or appointed capacity in any one of the following student government, civic or educational organizations: -Student Body President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer -Class President, Vice President, Secretary or Treasurer -Student Council Representative -Student representative elected or appointed (appointed by a panel, commission or board) to a district, regional or state-level civic and/or educational organization approved by the state selection administrator.

Local POC

Web Site http://www.ussenateyouth.org/selection_process_qualify.php

Paper application Applications must be obtained from high school principals, guidance counselors

Notes Deadline 1 March 2011

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Provided By University of Notre Dame Last Update Jan 2011

Scholarship Name Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Program

Purpose Exceptional students who exercise leadership and take initiative to address significant issues in their schools and communities

Number Available Twenty-five (25)

Amount(s) Four (4) years of merit scholarships @ $25,000 per year toward the cost of attending Notre Dame


Eligibility HS Seniors who match selection criteria as described on line

POC Joan Martel Ball; Associate Director of Hesburgh-Yusko Program Notre Dame, South Bend, IN 46556, [email protected]

Web site www.hesburgh-yusko.org

Application

Notes

Provided By U.S. Army War College Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Strategic Landpower Essay Contest

Purpose

Number Available Two (2)

Amount(s) 1st place = $4000 2nd place = $1000

Available to Military Family Members

Eligibility Everyone is eligible except those involved in judging

Submit an essay on specified topic

POC Dr. Michael R. Matheny at 717.245.3459 or E-mail: [email protected]

Web site

Online application

Paper application Dr. Michael R. Matheny, USAWC Strategic Landpower Essay Contest, U.S. Army War College, Department of Military Strategy, Planning and Operations, 122 Forbes Avenue, Carlisle, PA 17013-5242. Postmarked by 17 Feb11

Notes Contact Dr. Matheny for contest rules

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Provided By US Military Academies & Merchant Marine Academy Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name Army Air Force Navy Coast Guard Merchant Marine

Purpose To train professional military officers


Amount(s) Full payment of college

Available to High School Military Middle School

Eligibility

Local POC

Web Site Army: http://www.usma.edu

Air Force: http://www.usafa.af.mil

Navy: http://www.nadn.navy.mil

Coast Guard: http://www.cga.edu

Merchant Marine: http://www.usmma.edu

Online application

Paper application

Notes Visit web sites for how to apply and how to get ready for applying at an early age

Provided By USAWOA Scholarship Foundation Last Update July 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To make financial awards to the most deserving candidates

Number Available Dependent on available funds

Amount(s)

Available to High School College Spouse

Eligibility Child, (natural or adopted), grandchild or stepchild under age of 23 & spouse of member of USAWOA

Local POC Not less than $1,000

Web Site Visit http://www.usawoa.org/woasf for the forms and criteria

Online application

Paper application Completed application packets should be mailed directly to: USAWOA Scholarship Foundation, c/o USAWOA, 462 Herndon Pkwy, Suite 207, Herndon, VA 20170-5235,

Notes Application must be received by May 1. Essay is required

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Scholarship Name Grantham Scholarship

Purpose To make cost free on-line scholarship awards to the most deserving candidates.

Number Available

Amount(s)


Eligibility Child, (natural or adopted), grandchild or stepchild under age of 23 & spouse of member of USAWOA

POC

Web site Visit www.usawoa.org/woasf for the forms and criteria

Online application

Paper application Completed application packets should be mailed directly to: USAWOA Scholarship Foundation, c/o USAWOA, 462 Herndon Pkwy, Suite 207, Herndon, VA 20170-5235, by 1 May 2011

Notes Grantham University Catalog is available on the USAWOASF Web site and we encourage all to download and review that document before applying for a scholarship. Both undergraduate and graduate program scholarships are available.

Provided By Veterans of Foreign Wars, Bonifas-Barrett Memorial Post 8180


Scholarship Name Patriots Pen (essay contest)


Number Available Forty six (46)

Amount(s) 1st place: Series E Savings Bond for $10,000

2nd place: Series E Savings Bond for $8,000

3rd place: Series E Savings Bond for $7,000

~ 46th place: $1,000 bond

Available to Middle School

Eligibility Students in grade 6-8

POC Mr. Steve Tharp, DSN 723-2466, [email protected]

Web site http://www.vfw.org/

Online application

Paper application

Notes * 1st & 2nd place winners move on to district competition with a chance of participating at national-level

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Provided By Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Bonifas-Barrett Memorial Post 8180


Scholarship Name Voice of Democracy (3-5 minute speech contest)



Amount(s) *1st place: Series E Savings Bond for $30,000


Eligibility Students in grade 9-12

Local POC Mr. Steve Tharp, DSN 723-2466, [email protected]

Web Site http://www.vfw.org

Online application

Paper application

Notes * 1st & 2nd place winners move on to district competition with a chance of participating at national-level

Provided By Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name Teacher of The Year

Purpose To award teachers with excellent performance


Amount(s) $1,000 to each winning teacher and their school

Available to K-5, 6-8 and 9-12 grade teachers

Eligibility All teachers that teach from kindergarten to 12th grade classes

POC Phone: (816) 756-3390 E-Mail: [email protected]

Web site http://www.vfw.org

Online application

Paper application

Notes

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Provided By Veterans of Foreign Wars Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship

Purpose To award excellence in scouting

Number Available Two (2)

Amount(s) $5000 $3000


Eligibility Registered, active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Venturing Crew or a Sea Scout Ship

Recipient of Eagle Scout Award, Venture Silver Award, Sea Scout Quartermaster Award

Demonstrated practical citizenship in schooling, scouting and the community

Reached the 15th birthday and is enrolled in high school at time of selection

Local POC Mr. Steve Tharp, 723-2466 or e-mail: [email protected]

Web Site http://www.vfw.org/Community/Teacher-of-the-Year/

Online application

Paper application Submit completed entry through local VFW post. In Seoul: Bonifas-Barrett Memorial Post 8180

Notes Application due 1 March of each year. For information contact Bud Haney at [email protected]

Provided By Xerox Last Update July 2011

Scholarship Name The Technical Minority Scholarship Program

Purpose To demonstrate commitment to academic success of minority students


Amount(s) $1000- $10,000


Eligibility GPA = 3.0 or better

US citizens or permanent residents of African American, Asian, Pacific Islander, Native American, Native Alaska or Hispanic descent.

A full-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in any of the technical fields.

Chemistry, information management, computing & software systems, material science, printing management science, laser optics, physics, engineering.

POC

Web site http://www.xerox.com/go/xrx/template/009.jsp?view=Feature&Xcntry=USA&Xlang=en_US&ed_name=Careers_Technical_Scholarship

Online application

Paper application Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship Program, 150 State Street; 4th Floor; Rochester, NY 14614

Notes Postmark must be before September 30 of current year

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Provided By Yongsan Chapter of the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Last Update Jan 2011

Scholarship Name Sergeant Audie L. Murphy Scholarship

Purpose Recognize students displaying character and self-discipline reflecting strength and diversity while demonstrating leadership potential and willingness to give back to their community.

Number Available

Amount(s)


Eligibility Sponsor be a member of or retired from Army, Navy AF, USMC , CG or DA Civilian

Between the ages of 16-18 with 3.0 GPA

Graduating senior/student by the end of 2011 school year

Perform 30 hours of community service or volunteer work during junior/senior year

Enrolled in DEERS and have government or military ID Card

Local POC SAHS guidance counselors

MSG Terra L. Williams, 010-2766-0524, [email protected]

1SG Terrance T. Miller, 010-8972-9165, [email protected]

Web Site

Paper application Original application submitted at HS guidance counselor by 1200 hours on 18 March 2011

Notes Application available from HS guidance office

Provided By Yongsan Sergeants Major Association Last Update Jun 2011

Scholarship Name

Purpose To provide financial assistance to SAHS students enrolled in JROTC

Number Available Five (5)

Amount(s) $1000


Eligibility Seoul American High School ( SAHS) senior enrolled in JROTC

Student in good standing at SAHS

Performed a minimum of 40 hours community or volunteer service during junior senior year. Substantiating documentation must be provided

POC Mr. Frederick Chmura E-mail: [email protected]

Web site

Online application

Paper application Yongsan Sergeants Major Association, ATTN: Scholarship Selection Committee, HHC, 1st Signal Brigade Unit #15271, Box 182, APO AP 96205-5271

Notes Application deadline is 30 April of each year

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Provided By Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Pi Eta Zeta Chapter Last Update Sept 2010

Scholarship Name

Purpose Provide financial assistance


Amount(s) $500 to $1500


Eligibility Complete requirements for graduation in January or June

Be in good standing within the community

Local POC Scholarship Chairperson at: [email protected]

Web Site

Online application

Paper application *Seoul American High School Students submit application through the Guidance Office

*Others:

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Pi Eta Zeta Chapter, Attn: Scholarship Committee, PSC 450 Box 513

APO AP 96205-0513

Notes Submit application by 30 April of each year.

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Scholarship ReferencesWeb Name and/ or Website Address Last Update Sept 2010http://www.careersandcolleges.com

http://www.fastaid.com/scholarships/scholarships.htm

http://aid.military.com/scholarship/searach-for-scholarships.do

http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com

http://www.edvisors.com/College_and_University/Financial_Aid/Scholarships/index.html

http://supercollege.com

http://www.fastweb.com

http://www.legion.org/national

http://www.salliemae.com/before_college/students_plan/free_money/scholarship-search.htm

http://www.scholarships.com

http://www.scholarshipamerica.org

http://www.brokescholar.com

http://www.knowhow2go.org

http://www.cksf.org

http://www.zinch.com

http://www.TRPI.org

http://grantham.edu/tuition/scholarships/

http://oedb.org/scholarship

http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/military

http://pattillmanfoundation.org/tillman-military-scholars.aspx

http://www.free-4u.com/armed_forces_scholarships.htm

http://www.hesc.com/content.nsf/SFC/Military_Service_recognition_scholarship

http://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/financial-aid/scholarships

http://www.military.com

http://www.moaa.org

http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/scholarships.html

www.collegescholarships.org

http://www/finaid.org

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http://www.collegescholarships.org/

http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/scholarships.html

http://www.moaa.org/

http://www.military.com/

http://www.guidetoonlineschools.com/financial-aid/scholarships

http://www.hesc.com/content.nsf/SFC/Military_Service_recognition_scholarship

http://www.free-4u.com/armed_forces_scholarships.htm

http://pattillmanfoundation.org/tillman-military-scholars.aspx

http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/military

http://oedb.org/scholarship

http://grantham.edu/tuition/scholarships/


Scholarship ReferencesWeb Name and/ or Website Address Last Update Jan 2011National Guard of Connecticut Scholarship Program: www.ngact.com/scholarships.html

National Military Family Association: www.nmfa.org

S P Jain’s full scholarship www.spjain.org

AFCEA: www.afcea.org/education/scholarships

Clovis Community College Military Spouse Scholarship: http://www.clovis.edu/studentservices/financialaid/cccscholarships.asp

Air Force Clubs: http://www.afclubs.net

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Grant: www.cgmahq.org

Commissioned Officers Foundation Scholarship: www.coausphs.org/education.cfm

Folds of Honor: www.foldsofhonor.org

FRA Scholarship Program: www.fra.org/content/fra/aboutfra/scholarships/default.htm

General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP): www.afas.org/education/body_stap.cfm

Ladies Auxiliary of the FRA scholarship: www.la-fra.org/la-fra-scholarships.html

Military Service Recognition Scholarship: www.hesc.com/bulleting.nsf

Military Spouses’ Career Network: www.mscn.org/scholarships/scholarships.html

Coastguardfoundation.org

American Foundation for the Blind: www.afb.org

American Legion Auxiliary: www.alaforveterans.org

Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association: www.afcea.org

United States Coast Guard: www.uscg.mil

National Amputation Foundation: nationalamputation.org

Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS): www.nmcrs.org

Sentinels of Freedom: www.sentinelsoffreedom.org

The University of North Carolina: fia.uncg.edu/scholarships

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http://fia.uncg.edu/scholarships/general.htm

http://www.sentinelsoffreedom.org/sof_rw/sof.cfm?nlvl1=2&nlvl2=97

http://www.nmcrs.org/goldstar.html

http://nationalamputation.org/scholar1.html

http://www.uscg.mil/mwr/hqrec/CGESScholarshipProgram.asp

http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/

http://www.alaforveterans.org/what_we_do/scholarships/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.afb.org/section.asp?documentID=1845

http://www.Coastguardfoundation.org/

http://www.mscn.org/scholarships/scholarships.html

http://www.hesc.com/bulleting.nsf

http://www.la-fra.org/la-fra-scholarships.html

http://www.afas.org/education/body_stap.cfm

http://www.fra.org/content/fra/aboutfra/scholarships/default.htm

http://www.foldsofhonor.org/

http://www.coausphs.org/education.cfm

http://www.cgmahq.org/

http://www.afclubs.net/

http://www.clovis.edu/studentservices/financialaid/cccscholarships.asp

http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships

http://www.spjain.org/

http://www.nmfa.org/

http://www.ngact.com/scholarships.html

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