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CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: AAUW Educational Foundation DESCRIPTION: Our Foundation provides more than $3.2 million in fellowships, grants and awards each year. As the world's largest source of funding exclusively for graduate women, we have expanded educational opportunities for more than 7.500 women in 122 nations. Supporting women of all ages, races, creeds , nationalities and physical abilities is fundamental to our mission. APPLICATIONS: Visit www.aauw.org and click on fellowships, grants and awards contact: AUW Educational Foundation c/o Customer Service Center 2201 N. Dodge Street, Dept. 145 Iowa City, IA 52243-4030 (319) 337-1716 ext. 145 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Georgia Fiscal Management Council Scholarships DESCRIPTION: The Georgia Fiscal Management Council (FMC), a professional organization of State Fiscal Personnel announces the availability of two $750 scholarships to eligible college seniors, rising seniors and graduate students. Eligibility Requirements 1. Full or part time college senior, rising senior or graduate student. 2. A cumulative and major grade point average of not less than 3.0 3. Endorsement of application by Department Chair-person is required. 4. Evidence that student intends to pursue a career in public service related to Fiscal Management or Administration. APPLICATIONS: An application and deadline information may be obtained from the FMC website (www.ganet.org.fmc) or from an agency's fiscal office. Applicants should be directed to: Brenda Purcell, Scholarship Committee Chair Office of Planning and Budget 270 Washington Street, Suite 8126 Atlanta, Ga. 30334 (404) 656-2191 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: The Georgia Government Finance Officers Association DESCRIPTION: Recognizing outstanding performance in the study of public finance at the undergraduate and graduate level, and the encouragement of careers on state and local government. APPLICATIONS: For application information contact: GGFOA P.O. Box 6473 Athens, Ga 30604-6473 ATTN: Scholarship Committee *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: HOPE Teacher Scholarship DESCRIPTION: Funded by the Georgia Lottery for Education and is a component of the HOPE scholarship program. This scholarship provides financial assistance to teachers, counselors and individuals seeking advanced degrees in critical fields of study in education. Scholarship recipients agree to teach in a GA. public school at the preschool, elementary or secondary level after graduation. If a recipient fails to meet this obligation, the scholarship becomes a loan, which must be repaid in cash with interest. Applications should be available late spring semester. APPLICATIONS: to apply contact the Georgia Student Finance Commission at (770) 724-HOPE or toll free at 1-800-546-HOPE or the VSU HOPE Coordinator at the Office of Financial Aid (229) 333-5935, request a HOPE Teacher Scholarship Application. For the complete HOPE Scholarship Program Regulations visit the GSFC website @ www.gsfc.org *This information sheet was based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE NAME: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Pre-doctoral Fellowships in Biological Sciences DESCRIPTION: Eligible fields of study include: Biochemistry mathematical/computational biology Bioinformatics microbiology Biophysics molecular biology Biostatistics neuroscience Cell biology pharmacology Developmental biology physiology Epidemiology Structural biology Genetics virology Immunology The fellowships are intended for students who have completed less than one year of graduate study toward M.S., Ph.D. or Sc. D degrees in biological sciences. Students who hold or are pursuing medical or dental degrees (M.D., D.O., D.V.M., D.D.S.) and also be eligible to apply for fellowship support for study toward a Ph.D. or Sc.D. the program is open to both U.S. citizens and foreign citizens. Students with U.S. citizenship may take the following abroad. Non-U.S citizens must study in the United States. APPLICATIONS: The international fellowship competition is administered by the National Research Council. For copies of the program Announcement or Applications: Hughes Fellowship Office The Fellowship Office National Research Council 2101 Constitution Ave. Washington, DC 20418 Phone: (202) 334-2872 Fax: (202) 334-3419 email: infofell@nas.edu www.national-academies.org/osep/fo *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: International Order of The King's Daughters and Sons Health Careers Scholarship DESCRIPTION: This scholarship Program is supported entirely through contributions. This award is free of obligation on the part of the student, except to serve with dedication. Students preparing for careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical or occupational therapy and medical technologies are eligible to apply. A student must be a U.S. citizen or Canada. For all students except those preparing for an R.N. degree, applications must be for at least the third year of college. R.N. students must have completed the first year of schooling. Pre-med students are not eligible to apply. For those students seeking degrees of M.D. or D.D.S. applications must be for at least the second year of medical or dental school. Each applicant must supply proof of acceptance in the school involved. There is no age limit. APPLICATIONS: To receive a reply. A stamped self-addressed business size envelope must be supplied with each inquiry. Send to: Health careers Director Mrs. Fred Cannon Box 1310 Brookhaven, MS 39602-1310 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation DESCRIPTION: The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation seeks applicants committed to a career in teaching American history, American government or social studies at the secondary level. Fellows can attend any institution of higher education in the United States for either a Master of Arts degree (MA), a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) , or a Master of education degree (Med) with an emphasis on American history, government or political science. APPLICATIONS: James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation 2201 North Dodge Street, PO Box 4030 Iowa City, Iowa 52243-4030 1-800-525-6928 or visit the Foundation's website: www.jamesmadison.com *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Louise McBee Scholarship DESCRIPTION: Purpose: To support educational enrichment for women exhibiting leadership potential in a higher education field. Scholarship Eligibility/Criteria Applicant must be a woman Applicant must be either: A graduate student (the scholarship is not intended for undergraduate students) pursing a degree in an institution of higher education (two year, four year, public or private) or currently employed in a Georgia institution of higher (college, university, technical institution, two-year, four year, public or private) who seeks professional development opportunities in an administrative or teaching capacity. Applicant must indicate need for the scholarship, for example, applicant must have financial need to continue formal graduate studies or absence of institutional support for professional development. Applicant must be academically in good standing if holding student status (3.0 cumulative GPA). Applicant must submit application form by deadline. Applicant must submit two letters of reference in support of scholarship applicant, at least one of which must be from present employer of faculty member. APPLICATIONS: Contact: Nancy P. Thompson, chair, Louise McBee Scholarship Committee 193 Georgia Center for Continuing Education The University of Georgia Athens, GA. 30602-3603 Phone: (706) 542-6748 Fax: (706) 542-6635 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: National Garden Clubs, Inc. Scholarship Program DESCRIPTION: National Garden Clubs, Inc. will offer annual advanced scholarships to Junior, Senior or Graduate Students. All applicants must be majoring in Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Conservation, Forestry Agronomy, City Planning, environmental Concerns, Land Management, Botany, Biology and or other allied subjects. (Approval must be granted by the NGC Scholarship Committee for consideration of any topic not specifically listed above). A complete official transcript of academic records, which includes the latest grading period and overall GPA,. must be included with each student's application. A minimum of a "B" average (3.0 on a scale of 4.0) is required. For graduate students, transcripts for both graduate and undergraduate work must be included. Only full time, currently enrolled students will be considered. APPLICATIONS: National Garden Clubs, Inc. 4401 Magnolia Ave. St. Louis, Missouri 63110-3492 (314) 776-7574 (314) 776-5108 FAX *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: National Physical Science Consortium DESCRIPTION: Graduate Fellowships for Minorities and Women in the Physical Sciences such as: Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Materials Science, Mathematical Sciences, Physics and Sub disciplines. (Including related Engineering fields). APPLICATIONS: National Physical Science Consortium Headquarters Office Suite 310 2924 Emerson Street San Diego, CA 92106 1-800-854-NPSC (619) 222-9606 fax: (619) 222-9631 Student Recruitment Office MSC 3NPS New Mexico State University Box 30001 Las, Cruces, New Mexico 88003-8001 1-800-952-4118 (505) 646-6038 fax: (505) 646-6097 *This information sheet was prepared based on information we received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES
NAME: Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellowships for Research Related to Education
DESCRIPTION: Through it's Dissertation Fellowships, the Spencer Foundation seeks to encourage a new generation of scholars from a variety of field to undertake research relevant to the improvement of education.
Applicants must be candidates for the doctoral degree in any field of study at a graduate school in the United States, although they need not be United States citizens. Dissertation topics must concern education.
APPLICATIONS: Spencer Dissertation Fellowships The Spencer Foundation 875 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3930 Chicago, IL 60611-1803 PHONE: (312) 337-7000 Web site: www.spencer.org
*This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES
NAME: Carat Scholarship Foundation
DESCRIPTION: Carat Scholarship Foundation is funded by the contributions of civic-minded individuals, business and various fundraisers. Offers scholarships semi-annually to graduate and undergraduate students who are United States citizens. The scholarships are awarded on the bases of career goals, financial need and academic record.
APPLICATIONS: Carat Scholarship Foundation 5 Magnolia Parkway Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047
*This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES
NAME: Cherokee Rose Scholarship
DESCRIPTION: Scholarships are available to fulltime graduate students, who have been a resident of Georgia for the past four years, majoring in historic preservation, decorative arts, or historic architecture at an accredited college or university in Georgia.
Scholarship applications must be typed and must include the following: - official transcript of academic record which includes the latest grading period, including minimum overall averages, - completed financial aid form. Signatures of Financial Aid Officer and student are required, - a 2" x 3" black and white photograph (publicity purposes), - names of three references as indicated on form. Supporting letters must be sent directly to scholarship committee, - extracurricular activities list as indicated on form, - applicants written statement discussing goals, background, reason for scholarship application.
APPLICATIONS: For applications and deadline information, contact: The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. 2450 South Milledge Avenue Athens, GA 30602-5817 PHONE: (706) 227-5369
*This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: The Gates Millennium Scholars DESCRIPTION: Individuals are eligible to be nominated as Gates Millennium Scholars if they are African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific American or Hispanic citizens/permanent residents of the United States. They must also have a 3.3 gpa on a 4.0 scale. Must have been accepted or enrolled full time in an accredited college or university for the academic year at the time of the award or have applied to, have been accepted into or are enrolled in a graduate degree program in mathematics, science (including life sciences, physical sciences and computer science), engineering, education or library science for the academic year at the time the nomination is complete; have significant financial need as defined by the federal needs analysis formula; have demonstrated leadership ability through participation in community service, extracurricular activities or other activities. APPLICATIONS: Gates Millennium Scholars PO Box 10500 Fairfax, VA 22031 PHONE: (877) 690-4677 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Annie Lou Overton Scholarship DESCRIPTION: These programs provide financial assistance to qualified applicants studying nursing in a National League of nursing accredited school, college or university. Applicants may be enrolled full or part time in a graduate or undergraduate nursing program. Interested students must has a GPA of at least 2.5 or 4.0 scale in a prior academic work and be able to verify financial need. APPLICATIONS: contact Georgia Nurses Foundation, Inc. 1362 West Peachtree St. NW Atlanta, GA 30309-2904 404-892-7476 404-892-3292 Fax *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: SEAA Scholarship DESCRIPTION: The Southeastern Association of Area Agencies on Aging has established a scholarship to be awarded to as a student interested in pursing a career in gerontology or geriatrics. To apply for the scholarship, a student must be a junior, senior or graduate student presently enrolled in an accredited university within the eight southeastern states, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, North and South Carolina. APPLICATIONS: Contact: Northeast Georgia Regional Development of Center 305 Research Drive Athens, GA 30610 (706) 369-5650 (706) 369-5792 Fax *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellowships for Research Related to Education DESCRIPTION: Through it's Dissertation Fellowships, the Spencer Foundation seeks to encourage a new generation of scholars form a variety of fields to undertake research relevant to the improvement of education. Applicants must be candidates for the doctoral degree in any field of study at a graduate school in the United States, although they need not be United States citizens. Dissertation topics must concern education. APPLICATIONS: For further information please contact: Spencer Dissertation Fellowships The Spencer Foundation 875 North Michigan Ave. Suite 3930 Chicago, IL 60611-1803 (312) 337-7000 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Scholarships for Study Abroad DESCRIPTION: The grants are open only to those students enrolled in IIE Educational Associate (EA) academic institutions in the Southern Region. Grants are open to both graduate and undergraduate students, all fields are eligible expect where noted. Applicants will be considered for all grants for which they are eligible but may only receive one grant. Applications must be signed by your study abroad advisor. APPLICATIONS: Southern Regional Office Institute of International Education 515 Post Oak Blvd. #150 Houston, TX 77027-9407 (713) 621-6300 *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Valdosta State University Alumni Scholarship DESCRIPTION: Provided by the VSU Alumni Association. This scholarship was created to recognize and support graduate students who gave demonstrated a significant amount of academic achievement. Awarded to one graduate student annually. *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Valdosta State University Master of Library and Information Science Scholarship DESCRIPTION: Eligibility: Must be accepted to the Graduate school and enrolled in the MLIS degree program at VSU. Be a GA resident as determined by the Office of the Registrar. (Students receiving an out of state fee wavier do not qualify). Be an adult learner. Have a GRE combined verbal score plus either quantitative or analytical score that equals or exceeds 1200 Must enroll in at least 6 credits fall semester and at least 6 credits during the spring semester of the academic year of the award. Submit an essay to the MLIS program APPLICATIONS: contact: Master of Library & Information Science Program Scholarship Odum Library VSU 1500 N. Patterson St. Valdosta, GA 31698 Application forms are available in the Graduate school office or the Financial Aid Office. Forms can be downloaded from the Graduate school website as well. *This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Gail Aberson Scholarship DESCRIPTION: This endowed scholarship was created to honor the memory of Gail Aberson, to assist teachers at the graduate level in their professional development/certifications as Teacher Support Specialists (Mentors) and science teachers K-12. The award will provide assistance to teachers from member school school systems in the Okefenonkee RESA. Qualified recipients may contact the College of Education for application information. APPLICATIONS: This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: AMS/Industry/Government Graduate Fellowship in the Atmospheric and Related Oceanic and Hydrologic Sciences DESCRIPTION: Applicants must be entering their first year of graduate school. An applicant must provide evidence of acceptance as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. institution at the time of the award. Students must pursue a related full-time course of study in the atmospheric, oceanic or hydrologic sciences over a full academic year. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or hold a permanent resident status. The Society encourages applications from women, minorities and disabled students, traditionally underrepresented in the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. APPLICATIONS: Contact American Meteorological Society Attn: Fellowship Program 45 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108-3693 This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Louise S. Chastain DESCRIPTION: This fund was established by Mrs. Chastain for students pursing a Masters in Social Work. Preference is given to residents of Thomas County, GA. APPLICATIONS: Apply to the Office of Financial Aid by completing a VSU General Scholarship Application This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: the Cannon National Parks Science Scholars Program DESCRIPTION: The program awards graduate student scholarship in several disciplines to support student research in the national parks. Awards are made in four broad discipline areas: Biological sciences (such as botany or ecology), Physical sciences (such as geology or atmospheric sciences), Social sciences (such as economics or sociology(, and Cultural sciences (such as ethnography or archeology) The awards are based in an annual completion in each of the displince areas just described, Briefly, the program operates as follows, Students submit research proposals on specific topics selected by NPS park managers. Student proposals are evaluated by scientific panels convened by the AAAS Directorate for Education and Human Resources Programs. The AAAS panels select the winning graduate students who become Canon National Parks Science Scholars. The National Park Foundation transfers scholarship funds to each student's university providing tuition, fieldwork, a stipend and other expenses associated with each student's research. The student complete their graduate research, write a dissertation, prepare a popular article in the significance of the research and give a public lecture about their work. APPLICATIONS: Contact: Program Coordinator Canon Nationals Parks Science Scholars Program Natural Resource Stewardship and Science National Park Service 1849 C. Street, N.W. (MIB 3127) Washington, DC 202040 Phone: (202-208-5391) email: gmachlis@uidaho.edu This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation DESCRIPTION: In seeking to fulfill its mission, the Foundation intends to identify young people who have shown unique excellence, both in academic endeavors and in extracurricular activities. The purpose of the Foundation is to reward young men and women for unusual intelligence, application, deportment and character. Must be a college senior or recent graduate from an accredited college or university in the US. Must have gpa of 3.5 or better. Must begin a full-time graduate degree program at an accredited university in fall 2004, and be nominated by his/her undergraduate institution. APPLICATION: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship Program 301 ACT Drive, PO Box 4030 Iowa City, IA 52243 Web stie: <www.jackkentcookefoundation.org> This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Vicky Lynne Foshee Scholarship DESCRIPTION: This endowed scholarship was created to honor the memory of Vicky Lynne Foshee, the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Donald P. Foshee. The scholarship is to be awarded to a graduate student enrolled in the Industrial/Organization Psychology program. Completing as least 10 hours per semester with a "B" or better GPA may renew it. APPLICATIONS: For application and deadline information, contact the College of Education. This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Alpha Kappa Delta Scholarship DESCRIPTION: This annual endowed scholarship is available to undergraduates and graduates based on a combination of academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship was established to promote interest in the study of Sociology at VSU. The Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice choose recipients. APPLICATIONS: Apply to the VSU Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice. This information sheet was prepared based on information reviewed at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. DESCRIPTION: Scholarships are available to students who have been a resident of Ga for the past four years. Residents must be a fulltime student majoring in Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Conservation, Forestry, Botany, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Environmental Control, City Planning, Land Management and or allied subjects at an accredited college or university in Ga. An exception is the Cherokee Rose Scholarship which is available only to a full-time graduate student, resident of Ga for the past four years, majoring in programs of Historic Preservation, Decorative Arts, or Historic Architecture at an accredited college or university in Georgia. Scholarship applications must by typed to be considered and must include: Official transcript of academic record which included the latest grading period, including minimum overall averages. Completed Financial Aid form, Signatures of Financial Aid Officer and student are required. A 2x3 black and white photograph (publicity purposes). Names of three references as indicated on form. Supporting letters must be sent directly to Scholarship Committee. Extracurricular activities list as indicated on form. Applicants written statement-discussing goals, background, reason for scholarship application. APPLICATIONS: Deadline MARCH 1st. Completed application must be sent to the Scholarship Committee on or before the deadline. Send all requested applications materials to: The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. 2450 South Millege Ave Athens, GA 30602-5817 (706) 227-5369 This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowships DESCRIPTION: Eligibility Requirements Applicants must be United States citizens or nationals or permanent resident aliens of the United States. Fellowships are intended for individuals who are in early stages of their graduate study in science, mathematics or engineering. Fellowships are awarded for graduate study leading to research-based master's or doctoral degrees in fields supported by the NSF, including the mathematical, physical, biological, behavioral and social sciences, engineering the history of science and the philosophy of science and for the research-based Ph.D. degrees in science education. Women in Engineering and Computer and Information Science Awards will be offered to encourage women to undertake study in engineering and computer and information science. APPLICATIONS: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Oak Ridge Associated Universities P.O. Box 3010 oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831-3010 (865) 241-4300 Email: nsfgrfp@orau.gov Fax: (865) 241-4513 This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: National Society of Hispanic MBAS DESCRIPTION: The national Society of Hispanic MBAS (NSHMBA) and Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) have partnered to provide financial resources to assist outstanding Hispanic students pursing a graduate degree in management/ business. Must be of Hispanic background (one parent must be fully Hispanic or both parents must be half Hispanic) Be a U.S. citizen/legal permanent resident (with permanent resident card) Be accepted into a graduate management/business program at an accredited college or university. APPLICATIONS: For an application please send a self-addressed, stamped business size envelope to NSHMBA-HSF Scholarship Program HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND One Sansome St. Suite 1000 San Francisco, CA 94104 or visit: Toll free 1-877-HSF-INFO (1-877-473-4636 email: SPECIALPROGRAMS@HSF.NET This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: The Network for Professionals and Executives Scholarship DESCRIPTION: The Network for Professionals and Executives Scholarship has established a scholarship fund for women admitted to upper division baccalaureate or graduate degree programs. The purpose of this fund is to promote the profession development of women of our area. the $1000 award will be sent directly to the accredited college or university of the recipient's choice. The funds can be used for tuition, books, laboratory fees or similar charges. APPLICATIONS: Network for Professionals and Executives P.o> Box 983 Columbus, GA. 31902 This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: Elizabeth Darlene Sikes Scholarship DESCRIPTION: This scholarship was established to recognize an outstanding graduate student in Speech Language Pathology. Based on continued community service, good academic standing and financial need. Must provide 2 letters of support. APPLICATIONS: For application and deadline information, contact the College of Education. This information sheet was prepared based on information received at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: George A. Nielsen Public Investor Scholarship DESCRIPTION: The purpose of the George A. Nielsen Public Investor Scholarship is to support the studies of full or part time undergraduate students with a career interest in the efficient and productive investment of public funds. Eligibility: Employed at least one year by a state local government or other public entity. Recommendation by your employer Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in public administration, finance business administration or a related field before funds are awarded. Citizen or permanent resident if the United States or Canada APPLICATIONS: Applications and additional information are available under "Scholarships" at our website: www.gfoa.org or contact: Scholarship Committee Government Finance Officers Association 180 North Michigan Ave. Suite 800 Chicago, IL 60601-7476 (312) 977-9700 CATEGORY: GRADUATE STUDIES NAME: AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship Program DESCRIPTION: Scholarships are available to all liberal arts degree holders of any regionally accredited U.S. institution who wish to pursue a CPA certificate. Scholarships are given based on academic achievement, leadership and future career interests and are contingent upon acceptance in a graduate accounting program. APPLICATIONS: AICPA Online www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu/jlcs.htm email: educat@aicpa.org Phone: (212) 596-6221 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 1211 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036-8775 (212) 596-6200 Fax: (212) 596-6292 This information sheet was prepared based on information recived at the time of preparation. This information is intended as a guide only and has not been reviewed by the Department of Education. |