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| 4-H Scholarships | There are many 4-H scholarships listed on this website. Most require 4-H membership. More than 10 scholarships including one requiring majoring in agriculture related field, another in a vet-related field, another requires promoting traditional family values. Application dates vary. Some are awarded through Colorado State. See Colorado State website for those. Application dealines varies from Dec 5 to May 15; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Colorado 4-H Foundation Gary Small Phone: 970.491.1537 |
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| 30-Nov | 9Kids Who Care | Program honors outstanding kids who go beyond the ordinary in serving their community. Nomination form can be downloaded from the website. Ages 10-17. HAVE SOMEONE NOMINATE YOU and answer questions about your volunteer activities; Merit-based | $900 | 9News and CollegeInColorado 9Kids Who Care c/o 9News 500 Speer Blvd Denver CO 80203 Phone: 303-871-1899 ext 3 |
| 14-Jun | Abbott & Fenner Scholarship | Write an essay on one of their topics, 500-1000 words, and email to scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Abbott & Fenner Email: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com |
| 21-Jan | ACT High School Poster Contest | Design a poster that encourages students to plan to attend college and take the ACT as their college entrance exam. Contest is open to high school level students who are residents of any one of the 50 United States and who are eligible and applying for 2010 or 2011 admission to a two-year or four-year college in the United States. Three award levels - $5000, $2500, and $1000; Merit-based | $5,000 | Act Educational Services ACT Poster Contest (11) 500 ACT Drive Iowa City Iowa 52243 Phone: 319-337-1000 |
| Actuarial Scholarships | Comprehensive list of scholarships for actuarial students. Actuaries provide expert advice and relevant solutions for business and societal problems that involve economic risk. |
varies | The Actuary Foundation 475 North Martingale Road Suite 600 Schaumburg IL 60173-2226 Phone: 847-706-3535 Fax: 847-706-3599 Email: info@Actfnd.org |
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| 1-Mar | Adams State College scholarships | FASFA due April 15 for Adams State College scholarship applications. There are several different scholarships to apply for. Be sure to check for individual deadlines. 91% of the full time students qualify for financial aid; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Adams State College foundation & private scholarships |
| 1-May | AEMP Foundation Scholarships | For vocational training as a heavy equipment technician. Attend a college or vo-tech program that offers a diesel technology program. $500 per semester up to 4 semesters. Maintain GPA 3.0 for renewal; Min GPA: 2.0; Renewable | $1,000 | AEMP Foundation P.O. Box 1368 Glenwood Springs CO Phone: 970-384-0510 |
| 4-Oct | AES Engineers Scholarship | Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as
determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are
intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This
award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post
secondary educational facility. You are NOT required to be taking Engineering
courses to be eligible. Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: Reflecting on your personal experiences and/or circumstances, tell us something about yourself that distinguishes you as a potential scholarship candidate; Essay Reqt |
$500 | AES Engineers Email: scholarships@aesengineers.com |
| 15-Feb | AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness Scholarship | 200 word bio and 1200 to 1500 word essay about impact of Alzheimer's on student's life (parent, grandparent, volunteer caretaker) US citizen or permanent resident; transcript; application in post grad or apply online; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Alzheimer's Foundation of America AFA Teens 322 8th Ave 7th floor New York NY 10001 New York , NY 10001 Attention: AFA Teens College Scholarship Phone: 866-232-8484 |
| 1-Mar | AG Bell Association for the Deaf | For students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. 18 awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000. Application packet available on the AG Bell website in mid-January; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.25 | $10,000 | College Scholarship 2010 Program 3417 Volta Place, NW Washington DC 20007 Phone: 202-337-5220 Fax: 202-337-8314 Email: financialaid@agbell.org |
| 4-Apr | AIGC (American Indian Graduate Center) All Native American High School Academic Team | Eligible native American. Nomination letter describing a project in which the applicant has played a significant role. Recommendation letter on academics. Essay; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.3; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native | $250 | American Indian Graduate Center All Native American HS Academic Team 3701 San Mateo Blvd NE #200 Albuquerque NM 87110 1-800-628-1920 Phone: 505-881-4584 Fax: 505-884-0427 Email: fellowships@aigcs.org |
| 27-Apr | AIGC Accenture American Indian Scholarship Program | Senior who is a member of a U.S. federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaska Native group and can provide a Tribal Eligibility Certificate. For a student who intends to seek a degree and career in engineering, computer science, or business related field. Student must demonstrate character, personal merit and commitment to the American Indian Community locally and/or nationally. Application on website; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.25 | not specified | American Indian Graduate Center Accenture American Indian Scholarship Program 3701 San Mateo Blvd NE #200 Albuquerque New Mexico 87110 |
| 28-Feb | Aims Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Aims Community College. All three campuses have the same Scholarships web page; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| 15-Feb | Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship and Journalism Conference | For high school juniors with a passion for journalism who would like to attend a journalism conference at the Newseum in Washington D.C. July 14-19, 2012, and be awarded a $1000 scholarship for college; Merit-based | $1,000 | Free Spirit Jack Marsh 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC 20001 Phone: 202-292-6100 Email: jmarsh@freedomforum.org |
| Alert Magazine Scholarship | Scholarship awarded monthly. Award with each publication of magazine. Winning essay is published in either a June issue or December issue of the magazine. High school senior. Submit an essay (650-800 words) about a personal encounter you or someone you know had with alcohol or drugs and what was right or wrong about how it was handled. No application, essay only, although must submit transcripts and a photo along with the essay. Submit prior to high school graduation; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Essay Reqt | $500 | Golden West Publication, LLC Alert Magazine P.O. Box 4833 Boise Idaho 83711 Phone: 1-800-398-0842 Email: alertmagazine@aol.com |
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| 14-Apr | Alexander Foundation scholarship for GLBT students | The recipient must be LGBT, a Colorado resident (photocopy of State or Federally issued ID required), and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must be attending an accredited institution of higher education within the State of Colorado. Applicants may apply as often as they wish, however, recipients are limited to a cumulative maximum award limit of $9,000; Need-based | The Alexander Foundation PO Box 1995 Denver CO 80201-1995 Phone: 303-331-7733 Email: TheAlexanderFoundation@yahoo.com |
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| 6-Mar | Alexander Hamilton Citizenship Achievement Award for Juniors | Must be a college bound JUNIOR with a strong record of community service with strong commitment to academic. Is a self starter as shown through activities such as organizing a fundraiser, starting a business, a club, or organization, or working to help support his or her family. Shows passion and commitment to interests. Primary focus on family income less than $60,000. Application online; Need-based; Merit-based | $500 | Alexander Hamilton Friends Association Joslin Boroughs, Director of Operations 216 1st Ave. S., Floor 3 Seattle Washington 98104 Phone: 206-774-0764 Email: jboroughs@hamiltonfriends.org |
| 31-Dec | Allegra Ford Scholarship | This is a one time award for a student with demionstrated learning disabilities who is going to attend a 2 year community college or vocational or technical school. Student should participate in school and community activities and demonstrate financial need; Need-based | $2,500 | National Center for Learning Disabilities c/o Allegra Ford Scholarship 381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401 New Yok New York 10016-8806 Phone: (888) 575-7373 Email: AFSchlarship@ncld.org |
| 13-Jan | Alliance for Young Artists & Writers: Scholastic Art Awards | Many visual arts categories. HS seniors submit 3-8 piece portfolios. Entry fee $5-$20. Register online. SEE WEBSITE DETAILS FOR REGIONAL CONTESTS. Put in the high school zip code to get the details. The art contest goes through the Rocky Mountain College of Art+Design; Merit-based | $10,000 | Alliance for Young Artists and Writers Pam Starck Rocky Mountain College of Art+Design 1600 Pierce Street Lakewood Colorado 80214 Phone: 303-758-3873 Email: saa@rmcad.edu |
| 4-Jan | Alliance for Young Artists & Writers: Scholastic Writing Awards | Many writing categories. HS seniors submit a portfolio of 3-8 works. Entry fees $5-$20. Register online. SEE WEBSITE DETAILS FOR REGIONAL CONTESTS. Put in the high school zip code to get the details. Portfolio Gold winning work - $10,000; Portfolio Silver winning work - $1,000; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | Alliance for Young Artists & Writers West WRAL 557 Broadway New York New York 10012 Email: info@artandwriting.org |
| 11-Mar | Alpha Kappa Alpha Epsilon Nu Omega Senior Girls Awards | Senior,African American female, high achievement, leadership, service, outstanding senior girl recognition and scholarship. Application in PostGrad Center or online. Need to submit application, transcript, and photo; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Female; Essay Reqt | $2,000 | Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Stacey Walker Epsilon Nu Omega Chapter/Senior Girls Committee P.O. Box 370753 Denver Colorado 80237 Phone: 720-363-1886 Email: awardsprogram@epsilonnuomega.com |
| 18-Feb | Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity-Delta Psi Lambda Chapter Scholarship | See website for this organization's program in "Go to High School, Go to College Program" as it probably feeds into the scholarship program. African American MALE, application avail. in post grad, 3 letters of recommendation, 1 from counselor, transcript. Mail application to Gregory Diggs at the address indicated. To submit application electronically, email gregory.diggs@ucdenver.edu for electronic application form. Interview before the evaluation committee. 250 word essay describing future goals; Need-based; Merit-based; Female; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity-Delta Psi Lambda Chapter W. Devon Miller 5545 Jebel Court Denver CO 80249 Phone: 303-332-7668 Email: vonmill@yahoo.com |
| 31-May | Al's Formal Wear | Scholarship contest . Application includes an essay. Boulder store is 1933 28th Street #102, 303-449-2500. Complete information at website; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Cindy Pleason Formal Specialists, Ltd 7807 Main Street Houston Texas 77030 Applications available at Al's Formal Wear Locations Phone: 713-791-1888 |
| 22-Feb | American Cancer Society (ACS) Young Cancer Survivor Scholarship Program | American Cancer Society Cancer Survivor College Scholarship
Program gives young cancer survivors the opportunity to pursue their
post-secondary education from an accredited university, community college, or
vocatonal technical school. The program provides an award of $2,500. Recipients can apply multiple years for a
possible lifetime award of up to $10,000. Community service, goals and leadership essay; letters of recommemdation; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.5; US Citizen; Residency: AK, AZ, CO, ID, MT, ND, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA or WY; Disability Reqt: cancer; Essay Reqt; Renewable |
$2,500 | ACS Survivor College Scholarship, Great West Div Randi Cress American Cancer Society 920 N Washington Suite 200 Spokane WA 99201 Phone: 866 500-3272 |
| 1-Mar | American Chemical Society (ACS) Scholars Program | Renewable scholarships for underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. Based on academic standing, financial need, career objective, leadership skills, and involvement in school activities and community service. Application online. Provide transcript, ACT or SAT score, 2 letters of recommendation, FAFSA; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Black/African American,Hispanic/Latino; Renewable | $5,000 | American Chemical Society American Chemical Society Scholars Program 1155 16th Street, NW Washington DC 20036 Phone: 800-227-5558-6250 Email: scholars@acs.org |
| 1-Mar | American Coed Pageants | The Coloardo pageant is March 16-17, 2013. Register prior to this date ONLINE. The Colorado pageant entrants compete for $20k in scholarships and prizes. The winner advances to the national pageant to compete for $50k in scholarships and prizes | $50,000 | American Coed Pageants Patty Hawkins Colorado Director 4120 Piedmont Rd Pensacola FL 32503 Phone: (850) 432-8662 Fax: (850) 438-2078 Email: patty@gocoed.com |
| 1-Apr | American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship Program | This is an award for FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS payable to student after college acceptance. This organization provides a complete college search and planning site. If you sign up at their site (free), you are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Application online; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | American College Foundation Roy Sargent use invitation code M5249 Jay Johnson 617-395-6757 Phone: 303-460-7022 Email: roy@brightnetwork.net |
| 1-Mar | American Council of the Blind (ACB) | For students who are legally blind in both eyes. Application will determine which of many scholarships a student is eligible for. Autobiographical sketch, 2 letters of recommendation, proof of acceptance to post-secondary school; Min GPA: 3.3; Disability Reqt: legally blind | $3,000 | American Council of the Blind Scholarship Program Dionne Matthews 2200 Wilson Boulevard, suite 650 Arlington VA 22201 202-467-5081 x20 for application packet or online Phone: 1-800-424-8666 Email: dmatthews@acb.org |
| 3-Apr | American Fire Sprinkler Association | Seniors; read an essay then answer 10 questions regarding automatic fire sprinklers and to be entered into drawing for this scholarship; not based on financial need. Relatives of AFSA staff or board members may not enter; US Citizen; Essay Reqt | $2,000 | 12750 Merit Drive, Suite 350 Dallas, Texas 75251 Complete application online Phone: (214) 349-5965 Email: scholarship@firesprinkler.org |
| 15-Apr | American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) National High School Essay Contest | This is a contest for all high school students whose parents are not employed by the Foreign Service. 1,000 to 1,250 word essay. Rules, Requirements, and Application Form at website; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | American Foreign Service Association Ms. Perri Green, Essay Contest Coordinator 2101 E Street NW Washington DC 20037 Phone: 202-719-9700 Email: green@afsa.org |
| 6-Feb | American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) Scholarship Program | For dependents of Foreign Service employee. There are at least three different scholarships: one based on financial need; one based on Academic and Community Service merit; one based on Artistic merit. See website for all details and applications for each. Award amounts vary; Need-based; Merit-based | $3,500 | American Foreign Service Association Lori Dec AFSA Scholarship Program 2101 E Street NW Washington DC 20037 Phone: 202-944-5504 Email: scholar@afsa.org |
| 30-Apr | American Foundation for the Blind Scholarships | Go to website to see various scholarships, one application online applies for all eligible, proof of legal blindness, essay, official transcript, proof of post-secondary acceptance, letters of recommendation; Disability Reqt: legally blind; Essay Reqt | varies | American Foundation for the Blind Tara Annis 1000 Fifth Ave suite 350 Huntington WV 25701 304-523-8651 Phone: 800-232-5463 Email: afbinfo@afb.net |
| 31-May | American Indian College Fund Scholarships | There are several scholarships listed at this website for American Indian or Alaskan native with proof of descendency. One application can be used to apply for more than one scholarship. Requirements vary but typically 3.0 GPA is required. Some require plans for a particular major, e.g., the Ford scholarship is for math, science, business or engineering. The Morgan Stanley scholarship is for business and financial services. Some are unrestricted. APPLY ONLINE, one application to be considered for all scholarships; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native | $10,000 | American Indian College Fund Debra Reed Phone: 800-776-3863 |
| 31-Mar | American Indian Science & Engineering Society (AISES) Scholarships | Several scholarships for current AISES members. Must be 1/4 American Indian or Alaskan Native or native Hawiian. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship for high school seniors. Must seek degree in business, science, engineering & technology related field. Essay. 2 letters of recommendation. Other scholarships, with June 15 deadlines are for students pursuing certain science and engineering programs, may have to already be in college; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.0; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $2,500 | American Indian Science & Engineering Society Liz Encinias P.O. Box 9828 Albuquerque NM 87119-9828 Phone: 505-765-1052 x107 Email: info@aises.org |
| 1-Mar | American Legion Auxiliary National President's Scholarships | Children or grandchildren of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during eligibility dates. Letters of recommendation; essay, community service, transcript, SAT/ACT scores, FASFA form; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt |
$2,500 | American Legion Auxiliary Maria Potts 8945 N. Meridian Street, Suite 200 Indianapolis IN 46260 Phone: 317-569.4555 Fax: 317.569.4502 Email: mpotts@legion-aux.org; www.ALAforVeterans.org |
| 1-Mar | American Legion Auxiliary Spirit of Youth Scholarship for Junior Members | Must be a junior member of CO Auxiliary of the American Legion. 4 letters of recommendation; Min GPA: 3.0; Renewable | $5,000 | American Legion Auxiliary American Legion Auxiliary, Department Headquarters 7465 East First Ave. Suite D Denver CO 80230 |
| 30-Apr | American Legion Colorado Boys State | FOR JUNIOR BOYS, apply by April 30 to attend Colorado Boys State with tuition paid by local American Legion Posts. Students create their own state government and perform all aspects of governing. The program happens on the CSU Pueblo campus from June 2-8, 2013. Earn college credits and apply for college scholarships. | tuition | American Legion Boys State Tom Bock, Director 7465 East 1st Ave, Suite D Denver CO 80230 Phone: 800-477-1655 |
| 15-Apr | American Legion Legacy Scholarship | Children or a child of a spouse by a prior marriage or dependent child as defined by the United States Armed Services of active duty United States military and National Guard, and military reservists who were federalized and die on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. Must be a high school senior; Need-based; Renewable | varies | American Legion Charles Graybiel, Program Coordinator American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund Phone: 317-630-1212 Email: acy@legion.org |
| 18-Jan | American Legion Oratorical Contest | Apply at local level. State Finals on March 2 at Devry University in Westminster. The tentative dates for the 2013 national finals contest are April 19-21 in Indianapolis; Merit-based | $18,000 | American Legion Cliff Monette 785 Bluebird Lane Lafayette CO 80026 Paul Talafuse, Dept of Colorado Chairman 1130 Madison Ave Berthoud, CO 80513 970-692-1926 berthoudlegion@hotmail.com Tom Bock 303-366-5201 pncbock@coloradolegion.org Email: BERTHOUDLEGION@HOTMAIL.COM |
| 1-Apr | American Medical Technologists (AMT) Scholarship | Pursue degree in one of the disciplines certified by the American Medical Technologists. See the website under "certification" for a list. Application available online; Need-based | $500 | American Medical lTechnologists 10700 West Higgins Road, Suite 150 Rosemont IL 60018 Phone: 847-823-5169 ext. 226 |
| 8-Feb | American Meteorological Society (AMS) | Senior who is interested in studying the atmospheric, oceanic, or hydrologic sciences. There are two scholarships -- one for minorities (including women and disabled students typically underrepresented in this field), and the other scholarship is for all interested seniors; Merit-based; Renewable | $3,000 | American Meteorological Society Donna Fernandez Attn: Freshman Scholarship Program 45 Beacon Street Boston MA 2108 Phone: 617-227-2426 x 246 Email: dfernandez@ametsoc.org |
| 1-Mar | American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) Mile High Chapter John C. Scott Scholarship | Seniors preparing for career in accounting or financial management; transcript; Nomination by counselor required, 2 letters of recommendation - one from principal and one from a teacher, scholastic achievement, leadership, extracurricular activities; Application online. See your counselor for this scholarship as there can only be 2 nominees per school; Merit-based | $1,500 | ASMC Mile High Chapter Glenna DiModugno Scholarship Committee PO Box 470873 Aurora Colorado 80047-0873 Phone: 720-847-3065 Email: glenna.dimodugno@arpc.denver.af.mil |
| 1-Apr | American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) Scholarship Fund | Pursue career in travel tourism, enrolled in jr. community college, university or travel school. Apply online; Merit-based | $5,000 | Administered by Tourism Cares 275 Turnpike St., Suite 307 Canton MA 2021 Phone: 781-821-5990 Fax: 781-821-8949 Email: info@tourismcares.org |
| 15-Apr | American Veterans (AMVETS) National Scholarship Program | Applicant must be a child or grandchild of a U.S. veteran; Need-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $1,000 | American Veterans Beryl W. Love, Programs Director Programs Dept. 4647 Forbes Blvd. Lanham MD 20706 877-726-8387 Phone: 301-683-4030 Email: blove@amvets.org |
| 15-Apr | Americas Childrens Education (ACE) Foundation Scholarship | Scholarship of unspecified amount, for any accredited
institution of higher learning. The ACE Foundation Scholarship will be
awarded to applicants on the basis of the following criteria: • Academic Ability (25% of score) • Financial Need (25% of score) • Volunteer / Community Service (15% of score) • Special Achievements / Academic Honors (5% of score) • Extracurricular Activities (5% of score) • Individual Future Goals and Objectives (25% of score). Three references. Application is available at the website; Need-based; Merit-based |
not specified | ACE Foundation 119 West 6th Street Suite 203 Pueblo Colorado 81003 |
| 31-Dec | Anne Ford Scholarship Award | This scholarship is awarded to two graduating high school seniors with documented learning disabilities who are pursuing undergraduate degrees. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Contributes to the community. $2500 per year for four years; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc. 381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401 New York NY 10016-8806 Phone: (212) 545-7510 Fax: (212) 545-9665 Email: AFScholarship@ncld.org |
| 1-Apr | Arapahoe Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Arapahoe Community College. Deadlines vary; most are May 1st but some are earlier; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| Art Institute of Colorado Competitions & Scholarships | There are several scholarships on this website with 600,000 total value. See website for details of each scholarship. | Art Institute of Colorado 1200 Lincoln Street Denver CO 80203 800-275-2420 Phone: 303-837-0825 Email: aicadm@aii.edu |
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| Art Institutes National Competitions & Scholarships | Several different scholarships and competitions that have specific requirements AND DEADLINES detailed at the website. Dollar amounts and deadlines vary. The prizes are for tuition to Art Institute Schools. Contests are for poster design, fashion, best teen chef, photography storytellers; Merit-based | $25,000 | The Art Institutes Tracey L. Perino 210 Sixth Avenue, 33rd Floor Pittsburgh PA 15222-2603 Phone: 1.888.624.0300 |
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| 26-Mar | Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) | The web site scholarship is the Mary Moy Quan Ing Memorial Scholarship.Outstanding students; journalistic talent; financial need; sensitive to Asian American issues; submit essay and references. To apply, you download and fill in an Adobe Acrobat application form, then print it and submit it with other materials; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: Asian; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Nao Vang, Student Programs Coordinator 5 Third Street, Suite 1108 San Francisco CA 94103 Phone: 415-346-2051 Email: naov@aaja.org |
| 21-Mar | Aspire Science Competition | Students are advised to register earlier than the deadline in case there is a problem with their registration. This is an essay-based competition explaining a scientific idea or describing a student's own reserch project. Open to students in grades 9-12, research in the fields of Math, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering. Detailed instructions are available online; Merit-based | $200 | Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science Email: director@aspirecompetition.com |
| 29-Mar | Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Bob Piper Construction Education Scholarship | Up to 4 awards of $1000 each. Application online. (website looks like it is not updated, but application is) Senior; US citizen; 2 letters of rec.; pursue post secondary education in construction related field including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, architecture, masonry, painting, carpentry, or construction management; 2.0 min. GPA; transcript; US Citizen | $1,000 | Associated Builders & Contractors, Rocky Mountain
Chapter Scholarship Chair, Assoc Builders & Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter 2267 West Yale Avenue Englewood CO 80110 Phone: 303-832-5812 Email: mlatimer@abcrmc.org |
| 15-Feb | Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind | AWARDED IN EVEN YEARS For students who are legally blind and who will study for a career in the service of the blind; Disability Reqt: blindness or visual impairments |
$750 | AER of the Blind & Visually Impaired Jim Gandorf 1703 N. Beauregard Street, Suite 440 Alexandria VA 22311 Phone: 877-492-2708 Fax: 703-671-6391 Email: scholarships@aerbvi.org |
| 1-Jun | Association on American Indian Affairs Scholarships | American Indian or Native Alaskan students who are members of tribes, based on academic merit and financial need. One application online and student will be considered for up to six different scholarships. Essay, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native; Essay Reqt | $1,500 | Association on American Indian Affairs Lisa Wyzlic, Director of Scholarship Programs 966 Hungerford Drive Suite 12-B Rockville MD 20850 Phone: 240-314-7155 Email: lw.aaia@verizon.net |
| 30-Jun | Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship | Must indicate a sincere interest in an automotive career. Multiple scholarships listed with one application. 2 letters of recommendation, transcript. This scholarship can be used when enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university or trade school within the U.S; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.0; U.S. citizen or Student Visa | Automotive Hall of Fame Award and Scholarship Programs 21400 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn MI 48124 Phone: 313-240-4000 Email: sue@thedrivingspirit.org |
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| 1-Feb | AXA Achievement Community Scholarship | outstanding achievement in school, community, OR work activities, primary consideration given to the applicant's achievment in a non-academic area; application online or in PostGrad; Merit-based; US Citizen | $2,000 | AXA Foundation Scholarship America 507-931-1682 Phone: 1-800-537-4180 Email: axacommunity@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 1-Dec | AXA Achievement Scholarship | Describe an achievement in a non-academic activity or project. Must demonstrate ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, ability to succeed in college. Smaller version of this award in February; Merit-based | $25,000 | AXA Foundation Scholarship America One Scholarship Way PO Box 297 Saint Peter MN 56082 Phone: 1-800-537-4180 Email: axaachievement@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 20-Mar | Ayn Rand Institute Annual Essay Contests | DEADLINES FROM SEPT 17 to MAY 5 for different grade levels and
different novels. Complete essay
contest info is online. Atlas Shrugged Essay: 12th graders and college students, 800-1600 words, $10,000 deadline September 17. Anthem Essay: 9th,10th graders, 600-1200 words, $2000, deadline March 20. The Fountainhead Essay: 11th-12th graders: 800-1600 words, $10,000 deadline April 26. We the Living Essay: 10th, 11th, 12th graders, 700-1500 words, $3.000, deadline May 5. Instructions and essay questions for each novel are online. Essay can be submitted online; Merit-based |
$10,000 | The Ayn Rand Institute 2121 Alton Parkway Suite 250 Irvine CA 92606 Phone: 949-222-6550 Email: essays@aynrand.org |
| 1-Mar | Ball Corporation John W. Fisher Scholarship | Must be a child -- natural or adopted -- of a Ball Corporation employee. To apply for the scholarship, contact the Ball HR rep; Merit-based; Renewable | $3,000 | Ball Aerospace Corp Human Resources Scott McCarty 303-460-2103 Phone: 303-939-4000 Email: smccarty@ball.com |
| 25-Apr | Barbara Carlson Memorial Scholarship | For Fairview H.S. students only Student must be senior in AP or IB English; cumulative 3.7 in their English classes; overall 3.5 GPA, leadership, integrity. 300-500 word essay on assigned topic. Get application from your English teacher. Application and essay are submitted to student's English teacher; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5 | $1,000 | Family and Friends of Barbara Carlson |
| 1-Jan | Barbizon Modeling & Acting Centers Scholarship | One winner is drawn randomly every 12 months. This appears to be a way for the company to get contact information from lots of kids; Renewable | $100,000 | Barbizon Modeling & Acting Centers Phone: 888-999-9404 |
| 15-Feb | Best Buy Scholarship | Scholarships available for community volunteers or students with a work history, with good grades. Grades 9-12. kStudent must be an @15 member. You can become a member for free at "at15.com." Once you are a member, you will have access to the link for the scholarship application. The deadline is feb 15 but if you apply by feb 1, you gain bonus points; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5 | $1,000 | Scholarship America One Scholarship Way PO Box 297 Saint Peter MN 56082 |
| 26-Sep | Better Business Bureau (BBB) Student of Integrity Scholarship | $10,000 Scholarship over four (4) years ($2500) per year) for the accredited Colorado school of your choice and the opportunity for a paid internship every year with a BBB Accredited Business. For economically disadvantaged student who has demonstrated character, leadership, and ethical values. Pell Grant income requirements. Applications online; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; US Citizen; Residency: legal resident of Colorado; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable | $2,500 | Better Business Bureau Ray Hurtado 1020 Cherokee Street Denver CO 80204 rhurtado@denver.bbb.org verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com/About/Default.aspx Phone: 303 996-3965 Fax: 303 577-8111 Email: scholarship@denver.bbb.org |
| 21-Jun | Big Sun Athletic Scholarship | Student must be involved in athletics in college. All sports qualify. Short essay. Apply online; Athletic Reqt: All; Essay Reqt | $500 | Big Sun Athletics Email: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com |
| BMI Foundation Music Scholarships | BMI Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation is dedicated to encouraging the creation, performance and study of music through awards, scholarships, internships, grants and commissions. Several opportunities are listed at this site. | varies | BMI Foundation, Inc. 7 World Trade Center 250 Greenwich Street New York, NY 10007-0030 Email: info@bmifoundation.org |
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| 1-Nov | Boettcher Scholarship | Top 5% of class; 1200 or higher on SAT CR & Math OR 27 on
ACT; resident of CO both junior & seniors years; For colleges and
universities IN COLORADO ONLY. Pick up application card from your counselor.
40 Scholarships are awarded. Timeline: Get Card from Counselor in September App deadline: 11/1 postmark Semifinalist notification: 1/1 Finalist notification & interviews: March Winner decision deadline: mid - late April; Merit-based; Min SAT: 1200; Min ACT: 27; US Citizen; Residency: CO; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable |
tuition, fees, books, stipend | Boettcher Foundation Amy Turner 600 17th Street Suite 2210 South Denver CO 80202-5422 303-534-1937 Phone: 800-323-9640 Email: grants@BoettcherFoundation.org; scholarships@BoettcherFoundation.org; info@BoettcherFoundation.org |
| Boulder (City of) Youth Community Service Awards | This is a grant for recreational, educational and cultural opportunities for an individual. Community Service hours required in return. Application online; Service Reqt | $200 | Youth Opportunity Program Office Rose Garcia 2160 Spruce Street Boulder CO 80302 Phone: 303-441-1911 Email: garcia@bouldercolorado.gov |
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| 15-Jun | Boulder Amateur Radio Club Larry Ammon and Yardley Beers Memorial Scholarship | Must be resident of Boulder County OR member of Boulder Amateur Radio Club Junior, AND licensed radio amateur. Criteria: Academics, XC, Employment experiences, amateur radio activities, future plans, special circumstances. Application online or in post grad must be RECEIVED by deadline; Merit-based | $2,000 | Boulder Amateur Radio Club Jim Layman, BARC Scholarship Chairman 119 Crestview Court Louisville CO 80027 Phone: 303-665-2711 |
| 15-Mar | Boulder Area Rotary Clubs Residential Scholarship Program | The three Boulder area rotary clubs offer a variety of scholarships: Senior; ability to succeed in college; transcript; test scores; scholastic and extra-curricular activities. Seniors who plan to attend a community college are encouraged to apply. Instructions for application are online. Short essay on your goals, interests and community service activities. Finalists will be interviewed Apr 25th; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Boulder Area Rotary Clubs Michael Shields - Attn: Rotary Scholarships Boulder Country Day School 4820 Nautilus Court North Boulder CO 80301 Do not send application material to Boulder Rotary Club office. Phone: 303-449-3464 Email: rotaryscholarship@comcast.net |
| 8-Mar | Boulder Community Hospital Auxiliary Human Health Care Scholarship | Boulder Valley School District senior planning to attend a Colorado college to pursue an education in human health care. BCH Junior volunteer experience preferred, but not required. Submit transcript, FAFSA results (if available), an essay describing the healthcare education to be pursued, two letters of recommendation. Application online with all requirements. All materials must be RECEIVED by the deadline. All documentation and signatures must be attached to the application at the time of submission; Need-based; Merit-based; Residency: Colorado; Essay Reqt | $500-1000 | Boulder Community Hospital Auxiliary BCH Volunteer Services Office, Attn: Scholarship PO Box 9019 1100 Balsam Boulder Colorado 80301-9019 Phone: 720-839-1622 Email: nancyvinson1@yahoo.com |
| 15-Apr | Boulder County Latina Women's League (BCLWL) Dorothy Trujillo Scholarship | Senior, female, hispanic heritage, 2 letters of recommendation, essay. Must show acceptance to university. Graduate must be a Boulder Valley or St. Vrain School District student. Chosen based upon essay and commitment to Latino Community. FAFSA forms should be completed by March 1. Application is on website; Need-based; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino; Hispanic/Latino; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Boulder County Latina Women's League Boulder County Latina Women's League c/o Impact on Education 728 Front Street, Suite A Louisville CO 80027 Ester Matheson, Board Chair 303-494-7590 eqmatheson@att.net Phone: 303-443-0419 x150 Email: amy@impactoneducation.org |
| 26-Apr | Boulder Luncheon Optimist Club Felton Scholarship | Senior attending Fairview or other high school in Boulder, Louisville, or Lafayette, who plans to pursue higher education in a course of study relating to the service of youth. This could include majors such as teaching, counseling, coaching, etc. The award will be based on GPA, extra curricular activities, community service and financial need. There are two scholarships, in memory of William Felton. Application is available in the post grad center files; Need-based; Merit-based | $2,000 | Boulder Luncheon Optimist Club c/o Russell K. Osgood 1790 38th Street, Suite 300 Boulder CO 80301 Adam O'Hair 720-406-7545 Phone: 303-442-0165 Fax: 1-888-594-4079 |
| 12-Apr | Boulder Valley and Knight Student Credit Union Scholarship | Boulder Valley Credit Union recognizes six high school seniors with six scholarships: one for $2,500 and five for $1,000. Applicant must be a member of Boulder Valley Credit Union (Knight Student Credit Union) in good standing. Students may join, if they are not currently members, with a deposit of $5. For new members, initial deposits up to $20 will be matched.Application forms are available in the post grad center and online. Applications will be judged on academic achievement, school/community involvement, extracurricular activities, essay and recommendation letters. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Verification of college or technical school acceptance must be provided with completed application. Applications online or in post grad center; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Boulder Valley Credit Union Steven Carr, Public Relations Department 2667 Broadway Boulder CO 80304 Phone: 303-415-3504 Email: scholarship@bvcu.org |
| 29-Mar | Boulder Valley Conservation District Scholarship | The Longmont Conservation District offers a two year scholarship to high school seniors who live in their District who will be pursuing a degree in a field which will benefit agriculture. A 250-500 word essay on soil and water conservation is required; Essay Reqt | $500 | Boulder Valley Conservation District 9595 Nelson Road, Box D Longmont CO 80501 Phone: (303) 776-4034 Fax: (303) 684-9893 |
| 19-Apr | Boulder Valley Education Association (BVEA) Careers in Education Scholarship | BVSD seniors entering college to prepare for a teaching career; 2 letters of rec from teachers; letter to the committee explaining your plans to become a teacher and noting any special financial needs you have, transcript. Applications available in Post Grad Center file. Website does not provide additional information; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Renewable | not specified | Boulder Valley Education Association Tina Mueh, President 7464 Arapahoe, Suite A-3 Boulder CO 80303 Phone: 303-444-4486 Fax: 303-442-6374 Email: mtingley@coloradoea.org |
| 15-May | Boulder/Broomfield County Foster/Adoptive Family Association (BBFFA) Scholarship | Age 17-21. For 4-yr. college, community college, GED classes,etc. Scholarship intended to assist young adults who are or were in the custody of Boulder County Department of Housing and Human Services or Broomfield County Health and Human Services for foster, adoptive, or kinship care. Application and instructions online to be mailed to contact address. | $1,000 | BBFFA Scholarship 24 Princeton Circle Longmont CO 80503 Phone: 303-772-5780 Email: scholarship@bbffa.org |
| 30-Apr | Boulder-St. Vrain Valley Farm Bureau Scholarship | Senior; parent or sponsor who is a Farm Bureau member; transcript; 2 rec. letters; leadership; interest in agricultural or veterinarian activities. Applications available in Post Grad Center; can be used in trade school, junior college or 4yr college | $1,000 | Bob Distel 720 Main Street Longmont CO 80501 Jules VanThuyne, Jr. 303-652-2012 Phone: 303-776-1213 |
| 29-Mar | Brayman Beach Scholarship | Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 16 years of age. Member of a Colorado credit union affiliated with the Credit Union Association of Colorado. Interest in pursuing a business degree. Beginning freshman, sophomore, junior or senior at a four-year accredited institution conferring bachelor degrees located in the US. Scholarship funds must be used by January 31 of the year following award, or the funds will be forfeited. Application can be downloaded from the web site or is available in the post grad center. Must be postmarked, emailed or faxed by 1 pm on deadline date; Need-based; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Mountain West Credit Union Foundation Dan Santangelo 1009 Grant St Denver Colorado 80203 Phone: 720-479-3276 Fax: 720-479-3421 Email: dsantangelo@mwcua.com |
| 2-Mar | Broomfield Community Foundation George DiCiero Scholarship | Senior who has lived in Broomfield CO for minimum of 3 years
prior to high school graduation.Candidate must have participated in
activities that represent community service.
Must be accepted and enroll in any Colorado college or
university. Must demonstrate a strong
interest in a career in public service ( government or nonprofit
endeavors). Application online. Includes
biographical information, academic information, lists of
organizations, activities, honors,
community service projects, and letters of recommendation. Personal interviews may be included in the
process. Award is renewable up to 4
years upon certified proof of a 3.0 GPA and successful completion of the 1st
year's full time course work. The George Di Ciero scholarship honors Mr. DiCiero's long and dedicated service as City Manager of Broomfield and his admiration for the academic excellence of the University of Colorado, his alma mater, and other Colorado universities. It is Mr. DiCiero's desire that the winner of this scholarship pursue a course of study that will prepare him or her for a life of public service; Merit-based; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable |
$5,000 | Broomfield Community Foundation Karen Smith, Executive Director PO Box 2040 Broomfield CO 80038-2040 Phone: (303) 469-7208 |
| 28-Feb | Buick Achievers Scholarship Program | For college-bound seniors who plan to major in science, technology, engineering, math, business administration, finance, marketing, or design AND who are interested in a career in the automotive or related industries (list of eligible majors online). Priority given to following applicants: first-generation college, female, minority, militery veteran or a dependent of military personnel. APPLY ONLINE; Need-based; Merit-based; Renewable | $25,000 | General Motors Foundation Scholarship Management Services One Scholarship Way St. Peter MN 56082 Email: buickachievers@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 10-Jan | Burger King Scholars | There is a general track and employee track. The general track is for all high school seniors. The employee track is for all Company and Franchise restaurant, corporate and field employees, and children of employees. Scholarships can be used at accredited educational programs, including computer and language courses; accredited colleges, universities or vocational/technical schools. In addition to $1,000 awards, scholarships include a $25,000 “KING” National Award, and $5,000 Regional Awards. BURGER KING® General Track: consideration will be given to each applicant's academic record (50%) and participation in school and community activities (50%). Application period is between Nov 15 and Jan 10; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Residency: US | $1,000 | Have it Your Way Foundation Barby C. Dorado, Scholarship Programs Coordinator 5505 Blue Lagoon Drive Miami FL 33126 (305) 378-3186 for contacting the Have it Your Way Foundation Phone: 507-931-1682 Email: burgerkingscholars@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 8-May | BVSD Hazel M. (Penny) Huckabay Memorial Scholarship | Two $10,000 schholarships are awarded each year. Min GPA 2.5. Must demonstrate financial need. Must be BVSD graduating senior residing in Louisville, CO. Essay, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, financial statement, interview; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | Boulder Valley School District Andrew Tucker 6500 E. Arapahoe Road Boulder CO 80303 Email: andrew.tucker@bvsd.org |
| 1-Feb | Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders' Scholarship | Students 21 and under; high school seniors or graduates who plan
to enroll for the first time in a full-time undergraduate course of study at
a two or four-year college, university, or vocationall/technical school.
Application online at address above in January. Additional information at
WWW.CARLSJR.COM/PROMOTIONS Only first 1,000 applications considered; Need-based |
$1,000 | Scholarship Management Services One Scholarship Way St. Peter MN 56082 Phone: 507-931-1682 |
| 15-Apr | Catching the Dream | 1/4 or more degree American Indian, and be an enrolled member of
a U.S. Tribe. Students must have
excellent grades, high test scores, some work experience, a track
record of leadership, and a strong commitment to their Indian community. Must be enrolling in college full
time. Students must apply for all other sources of funds including federal financial aid, tribal scholarships, loans and grants. Application online; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native; Essay Reqt; Renewable |
$5,000 | Catching the Dream Scholarship Affairs Office 8200 Mountain Road NE., Suite 203 Albuquerque New Mexico 87110 Phone: 505-262-2351 ext.116 Email: NScholarsh@aol.com |
| 8-Jun | Celebration for Young Entrepreneurs Scholarship | Scholarships avail. in 4 calegories for Colo. students who have started their own businesses | $1,000 | Young American Educ. Foundation Cheryl Prendeville 3550 E. 1st Avenue Denver CO 80206 Phone: 303-321-2265 x 3213 Fax: 303-320-6507 Email: cprendeville@yacenter.org |
| 15-Oct | Central Intelligence Agency (CIA ) Undergraduate Scholar Program | Scholarship offers an annual salary with benefits, and up to $18,000 per calendar year for tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Recipient is required to work for the CIA during the summer, and to maintain full-time college status during the school year with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Agency pays transportation to DC for summer work and provides a housing allowance. Recipient must work for agency for a period equal to 1.5 times the length of scholarship. Application must be completed online. Applicant must be 18 by April 1 of senior year. NEED TO TYPE IN WEBSITE ADDRESS ABOVE TO REACH WEBSITE; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Min SAT: 1500; Min ACT: 21; US Citizen; Renewable | $18,000 plus salary | Central Intelligence Agency Office of Public Affairs Washington D.C. 20505 Phone: (703) 482-0623 Fax: (703) 482-1739 |
| 15-Mar | Children's Hospital Cardiac Kids Scholarship | Senior who has received treatment for Congenital Heart Disease or Acquired Heart-Related Condition or is a sibling of a patient. Scholarship for any 4-yr, 2-yr, technical, or vocational program. Essays on "What it means to be a Cardiac Kid and what advice I would give to younger Cardiac Kids," and on your future plans and goals. APPLICATION IN POSTGRAD CENTER FILES or download from Naviance Family Connection. Asks for transcript, XC activities, volunteer service, diagnosis, etc; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.25; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | The Children's Hospital The Children's Hospital, Association of Volunteers Cardiac Kids Scholarship 13123 E. 16th Avenue, B465 Aurora CO 80045 Email: lisa.dietel@adams12.org |
| Christian College Scholarship Drawing | www.ChristianConnector.com provides free Christian college information. When you view some of it, it enters you in a drawing for a college scholarship. No deadlines specified. | $2,500 | 627 24 1/2 Road, Suite D Grand Junction CO 81505 Phone: 800-667-0600 |
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| 20-Apr | Cibrowski Family Foundation Scholarships in Engineering or Chemistry | Senior; pursue engineering or chemistry at University of Denver or CO School of Mines; $3000 for U of Denver, $1000 for Sch of Mines. US citizen; 3.5/4.0 GPA; SAT min. 500 verbal/600 math or 25/29 ACT. Selection committee interested in academic achievements, community involvement, work ethics, letters of recommendation. APPLICATION IN POSTGRAD CENTER FILE and will be returned to your counselor for submission; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; Min SAT: 1100; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $3,000 | Cibrowski Family Foundation Deon Fitch, Chairman 6059 S. Quebec St., Suite 202 Englewood CO 80111 Phone: 303-740-9497 Fax: 303-740-9593 Email: deonepa@att.net |
| 30-Apr | Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association (CCCIA) | Senior; must live in Coal Creek Canyon; attend BVSD or JeffCo high school; transcript; extracurricular activities with emphasis on volunteer activities in Coal Creek Canyon; interview. Applications available in Post Grad Center or online. See website for boundaries of Coal Creek Canyon; Merit-based; Service Reqt | $1,000 | Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association (CCCIA) Anthony Carmelli, Senior Hydrogeologist Cameron-Co 11740 Spruce Canyon Circle Golden CO 80403 Mobile: (303)349-6046 Phone: 303-642-7537 Email: tcarmeli@cameron-cole.com |
| 31-Oct | Coca-Cola Scholars Program | Seniors; 3.0 GPA or better; leadership; academic achievement; motivation to succeed MUST APPLY ONLINE! May not be Coca-cola employees children ( see application for restrictions); Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen or legal resident; Renewable | $20,000 | Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation PO Box 442 Atlanta GA Phone: 1-800-306-2653 Email: scholars@na.ko.com |
| 8-Oct | College in Colorado (CIC) College Application Month Scholarship Drawing | $1,000 drawing each week during the month of October. Students enter by completing college application items (such as list of schools, essay, etc) designated for the particular week in October. | $1,000 | College in Colorado Bridget Black 1560 Broadway, Suite 1700 Denver CO 80202 Phone: (720 )264-8571 Email: ashley.sakker@cic.state.co.us |
| College in Colorado Scholarship Website | This site is a general college information site but it has a good scholarship search tool. Its results are more accurate than most. Settiong up the profile is time consuming and the site does not always work in Firefox. In spite of the name, there are many results not specific to colorado. | College in Colorado | ||
| College Prowler Monthly Scholarship Drawing | This is a monthly contest/random drawing. Open to all current college students and those planning to enroll within 12 months. One entry per person. One winner per month. Winners are contacted directly, and announced on the College Prowler Facebook page. | $2,000 | ||
| 30-Jun | CollegeInvest College Access Scholarship | Up to 250 students will be awarded $2500 scholarships. Students must qualify for Federal Pell Grants, based on results of the FAFSA. Complete all ten Education Cents financial education courses. Complete the scholarship application online; Need-based | $2,500 | CollegeInvest Division
Colorado Dept of Higher Ed College Access Team 1560 Broadway Suite 1600 Denver CO 80202 |
| 31-Oct | Colorado 99s Future Woman Pilot Scholarship | Colorado resident. Scholarship to assist female pilots in completing their Private Pilot certificates. Must currently have a Student Pilot certificate, already soloed, logged at least 10 hours of flight time and be taking flight instruction in Colorado. | $1,000 | International Organization of Women Pilots Anja Kaestner 5513 W 26th Ave Wheat Ridge CO 80214 Phone: 720-352-2530 Email: anja.kaestner@gmx.net |
| 1-Mar | Colorado Alumnae of the Sacred Heart Scholarship | Students from Colorado who attend a school affiliated with the Religious of the Sacred Heart. Today these schools are: Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY; Maryville University, St. Louis, MO.; University of San Diego, San Diego, CA. Application in Post Grad or request from contacts; Need-based; Merit-based; Residency: Colorado; Renewable | $1,200 | Colorado Alumnae of the Sacred Heart Sue Corky 303-362-0179 Phone: 303-795-0280 |
| 1-Feb | Colorado Association of Career Colleges (CACCS) Scholarship | scholarship for vocational, technical, art institutes, business colleges that are members of the Colorado Association of Career Colleges and Schools. Application online at website; Min GPA: 3.0 | $1,000 | Colorado Association of Career Colleges & Schools Sally Kemp 8074 Grove Street Westminster CO 80031 Phone: 303-863-8367 Fax: 303-650-0682 Email: sallyk@tde.com |
| 15-Feb | Colorado College Scholarships | Financial aid website for Colorado College lists many scholarships, grants, and other sources of financial assistance. FAFSA due by 2/15; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Colorado College |
| Colorado Contractors Association CWCF Scholarship Program | Application online. Ongoing scholarships for juniors and seniors interested in a career in heavy-highway-municipal-utility construction. Must attend Colo School of Mines, CSU-Ft. Collins, or CSU Pueblo. | $2,500 | Colorado Contractor's Association Phone: 303/290-6611 |
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| 30-Jan | Colorado Council Volunteerism & Community Service Scholarship | Selection will be based on volunteerism and community service. 14 scholarships will be awarded. Student must enroll in a Colorado approved program within 6 months of HS graduation. See website for approved schools, which looks like most 2 and 4 year institutions in Colorado; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; US Citizen Citizen; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $1,500 | CO Council on High School and College Relations Mark Thompson CCHS/CR Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 3383 Pagosa Springs CO 81147 Phone: 970-264-2231 Ext 226 Email: mthompson@pagosa.k12.co.us |
| 5-Apr | Colorado County Clerks Association (CCCA) Scholarships | Seniors with community involvement with an interest in government, business, or political science. Application is online. For information, contact the regional chair shown as "other contact info." Submit the Application packet to the Boulder County Clerk Office by email to clerk@bouldercounty.org or regular mail to Hillary Hall at the Boulder County Clerk contact address. This scholarship can be used at any university, college, junior college, or technical institution; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.25 | $1,000 | Colorado County Clerks Association Hillary Hall, Boulder County Clerk and Recorder Attn: Scholarship Application Review 1750 33rd Street Boulder CO 80301 Ror Scholarship Information contact: Nancy Doty, Regional Chair for Central Region of CCCA Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder 5334 South Prince Street Littleton, CO 80120 303-795-4200 clerk@co.arapahoe.co.us Phone: 303-413-7766 Email: clerk@bouldercounty.org |
| Colorado Education and Training Voucher Program | The Colorado ETV Program is a federally funded, state-administered program designed to help youth who were in foster care. Students may receive up to $5,000 a year for qualified school-related expenses. Eligible recipient must be a current or former foster student who: was in foster care on his/her 18th birthday; was adopted from foster care with the adoption finalized after 16th birthday; will have foster care case closed between the ages of 18 and 21. Must be at least 17 to apply; Need-based; Renewable | $5,000 | Colorado Education and Training Voucher Program Email: colorado@statevoucher.org |
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| 29-Mar | Colorado Education Association Ethnic Minority Scholarship | ethnic minority senior whose parent or guardian is a member of Colo. Educ. Assoc. planning to pursue career in education. include 2 letters of recommendation. If scholarship deadline is past, go to www.coloradoea.org for information; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Asian,Black/African American,Filipino,Hispanic/Latino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | $1,000 | Colorado Education Association Sandy Dean 1500 Grant St Denver Co 80203 1-800-332-5939 Phone: 303-837-1500 Email: sadean@coloradoea.org |
| 8-Feb | Colorado Educational Services and Development Association (CESDA) Diversity Scholarship | Student must be a first generation student, or member of an underrepresented ethnic or racial minority; for 2- or 4-year college; scholastic achievement; financial need; personal essay, Colorado Resident although students without a social security number can apply for the non-resident scholarship. Based on leadership, community service particularly within minority communities, academic performance, personal and professional accomplishments. Application online; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.8 | $1,000 | Colorado Ed Services and Development Assoc (CESDA) CESDA Scholarship Committee Hannah Brown Phone: 303-404-5234 Email: hannah.brown@frontrange.edu |
| 15-May | Colorado Flight Safety Foundation Scholarship | Scholarships will be awarded in support of ground training and
academics at one of four public academic institutions with aviation based
programs: Metropolitan State College Aims Community College Colorado Northwestern Community College Emily Griffith Opportunity School Selection of scholarship recipients will be based on academic accomplishment, work experience, community and school activities, a personal application statement, and interview by the scholarship committee; Merit-based; Essay Reqt |
$2,000 | Colorado Pilots Association, Inc. Walt Barbo Colorado Pilots Association Scholarship Committee PO Box 200911 Denver CO 80220-0911 Phone: 303-367-0670 Email: WaltBarbo@comcast.net |
| 21-May | Colorado Floriculture Foundation Scholarship | Three scholarships opportunities-see file in PostGrad center or
website for descriptions Applicant is studying an area related to the "green industry", eg. horticulture, floriculture. For Colorado State University students-also a scholarship available for other Colorado colleges; Min GPA: 3.0 |
$2,000 | Colorado Floriculture Foundation 6050 Greenwood Plaza Blvd. #130 Greenwood Village CO 80111 Phone: 303-996-0183 |
| 15-Mar | Colorado Garden Show | A four-year scholarship for Colorado residents; includes
tuition, fees, room & board and all required books for four years at a public Colorado college or
University. In addition, the student will be given a laptop computer and
printer at the start of their freshman year.
Must major in the field of horticulture (includes Botany, Biology as
it relates to horticulture, Environmental Concerns, etc.). Application in post grad center or
online. Application Includes a letter,
resume, recommendations, and financial aid form. This scholarship is for an incoming freshman in the field of horticulture, agriculture education, Landscape Architecture or Design, Botany, Plant Pathology/Science, Forestry, etc. See application for complete list. Applications available in the Counseling Office; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt |
4-year full ride | Colorado Garden Show, Inc. Jim Fricke 959 S. Kipling Parkway, Suite 100 Lakewood Colordo 80226 Phone: 303 932-8100 Fax: 303 932-8101 Email: info@gardeningcolorado.com |
| 18-Mar | Colorado Lions Foundation Educational Scholarship Endowment | Need to be sponsored by a Lion, Lioness, or Lions club. Contact Lion Barbara Anderson for a local contact for this. Requires two essays, 3 recommendations, submission of SAT or ACT scores. Application online; Merit-based; Residency: Colorado | $2,500 | Colorado Lions Foundation Barbara Anderson 13955 Windy Pine Drive Elbert CO 80106 Phone: 719-495-8673 Fax: 719-495-8715 Email: pal213@msn.com |
| 1-Feb | Colorado Masons Benevolent Fund Scholarship and Vocational Grant | Maximum award $28,000 four years. Interview with Assigned Lodge member (Roger H. Rathburn, rathburn4@comcast.net, 720-988-7929) prior to March 1, make appointment for interview prior to Feb 1. Senior; accepted at any CO college or university; financial need; leadership; personal interview with local Masonic Lodge member. Applications available online. Benovolent Vocational awards $3,000 Mar.15 deadline. Request for interview prior to Feb 1, as for the Benevolent scholarship; Need-based; Merit-based; Renewable | $7,000 | Colorado Masons' Benevolent Fund Association Scholarship Adminsitrator Attn: Scholarships 2011/2012 2445 South Quebec Street, Unit C Denver CO 80231 Kathleen D. Keller kathleenkeller@cmbfa.org Assigned lodge member: Roger H. Rathburn, rathburn4@comcast.net 720-988-7929 Phone: (303) 290-8544 Email: tomcox@cmbfa.org |
| 1-Mar | Colorado Mesa University | This scholarship site has a link to all scholarships offered through Colorado Mesa University. Deadlines vary, from January through June; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5 | varies | Mesa State College and private foundations 1100 North Avenue Grand Junction Colorado 81501 Phone: 970-248-1875 |
| Colorado Mountain College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Colorado Mountain College. All campuses have the same Scholarships web page. FAFSA recommended deadline is in April but many scholarships have earlier deadlines; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | ||
| 1-Mar | Colorado Northwestern Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC). All campuses have the same Scholarships web page; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | CNCC Information Central 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely CO 81648 Merrie Byers, Rangely Campus, Ext. 204 Mindy Shue, Craig Campus, Ext. 101 Phone: 1-800-562-1105 ext. 204 Email: merrie.byers@cncc.edu |
| 5-Apr | Colorado Restaurant Association Undergraduate Scholarship | Scholarships to students in foodservice/hospitality management programs. Must have industry related work experience of at least 6 months; Min GPA: 2.75 | $2,000 | Colorado Restaurant Association Education Foundation 430 E 7th Avenue Denver CO 80203 |
| 1-Mar | Colorado School of Mines Scholarships | Financial aid website for Colorado School of Mines. FAFSA deadline is 3/1. Many need-based and merit-based awards; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Colorado School of Mines Financial Aid Office 1600 Maple Street Golden CO 80401 Phone: 303.273.3220 Fax: 303.384.2252 Email: finaid@mines.edu |
| 30-Apr | Colorado State Fair Fiesta Queen Pageant | Hispanic descent, ages between 18 and 22 (having reached 18 by April 23). US citizen and Colorado resident. Min GPA 3.0. Transcript, 3 letters of recommendation. Based on personality and poise, presentation, talent, and beauty; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Female; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | $2,500 | Colorado State Fair Fiesta Committee Brian Montez, CSF Fiesta Coordinator 1001 Beulah-Colorado State Fair Grounds Pueblo Colorado 81004-2499 Application may be copied in Post Grad Center or download at www.coloradostatefair.com, click on Fiesta Day Phone: 719-214-7141 Email: brian.montez@fiestacommittee.org |
| 1-Mar | Colorado State University at Fort Collins Scholarships | Colorado State University at Fort Collins Financial Aid website; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Colorado State University Phone: (970) 491-6321 |
| 1-Mar | Colorado State University at Pueblo Scholarships | Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Colorado State University Administration Building Rm. 202 2200 Bonforte Blvd. Pueblo CO 81001-4901 Email: info@colostate-pueblo.edu |
| 1-Mar | Colorado State University ECE Scholarships | CSU Department of Engineering and Computer Science (ECE) offers several merit scholarships to attract and retain engineering/computer science students; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | varies | Colorado State University Dept of Elec and Computer
Engineering Laurie Craig, Engineering Scholarship Coordinator Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering, CSU Campus Delivery 1373Engineering Room B104 Fort Collins CO 80523-1373 (970) 491-1058 Phone: (970) 491-7028 Fax: (970) 491-2249 Email: laurie.craig@colostate.edu |
| 15-Jun | Colorado Swimming Hale Adams Memorial Scholarship | Senior in high school; registered with Colorado Swimming; minimum 3.5 weighted GPA; current CSI athlete representatives are ineligible; Min GPA: 3.5 | $1,000 | Colorado Swimming Janet Kralik POBox 4181 Pueblo CO 81003 |
| 15-Mar | Colorado Young Farmers Educational Association (CYFEA) Scholarship | Colorado resident planning to major in agriculture at a Colorado institution; Selection based on scholarship and interest in agriculture. Award is $500 for freshman and sophomore; 750 for junior; 1,250 for senior; Apply online; Merit-based; Renewable | $500 | Dan Ross, Immediate Past President CYFEA 810 West 10th Yuma CO 80759 Email: info@coloradoyoungfarmer.com |
| 7-Dec | Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program | Merit based on leadership, community service, academics, positive attitude. Nomination required, one per school. See your counselor for possible nomination. Once nominated, actual application process begins at www.applyists.net. Code for application available in post grad file. 50 students in Colorado get $1,000 toward pursuit of higher education. 2 students will receive a $10,000 scholarship grant; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.8; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $10,000 | Comcast Foundation International Scholarship & Tuition Services P.O. Box 23737 Nashville TN 37202-3737 Tonya Bogart Mary Spillane (303) 603-2568 Phone: 855-670-4787 Email: comcast@applyists.com |
| 1-Mar | Community College of Aurora Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Community College of Aurora. Most scholarship deadlines are June 1st; however, they also require the FAFSA application, which is due March 1st; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | CCA Foundation Sylvester Brandon Suite A200C 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway Aurora CO 80011 Phone: 303-360-4829 |
| 15-Apr | Community College of Denver Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Community College of Denver; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Office of Financial Aid Scholarship Coordinator P.O. Box 173363 Campus Box 206 Denver CO 80217-3363 Phone: (303) 556-5503 Fax: (303) 556-5458 Email: email: financialaid@ccd.edu |
| 15-Feb | Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program Scholarships | A High School Scholarship program. Live 10 months with a German host family. Program offers full orientation, German language classes, and other events. Ages 15 thru 18, currently in 10,11 or 12 grade. Knowledge of German not required, but helpful. Short essay; recommendations; motivation for cross-cultural experience; Min GPA: 3.0 | Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program Foreign Links Around the Globe 8760 Gull Road Richland MI 94108 Phone: (269) 629-0532 Email: studyabroadinfo@ayusa.org |
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| 16-Apr | Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Scholarships | Latino students who have a history of community-service activities with strong leadership skills. APPLY ONLINE. Scholarship is divided over number of years required for graduation. There is a link at this website to a comprehensive National Directory of Scholarships for Latino students. US citizens or permanent residents; Need-based; citizen; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino; Hispanic/Latino; Renewable | $2,500 | Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 911 2nd Street NE Washington DC 20002 Phone: 1-800-EXCEL-DC Fax: 202-546-2143 Email: rdecerega@chci.org |
| 28-Feb | County Sheriffs of Colorado Scholarship Program | Renewable scholarship is $500; Additional $1000 one time possible; Senior; CO resident, honorary member of County Sheriffs which you can obtain by donating $30; plan to attend a CO college, university, or vocational training; personal statement; transcript; 2 rec. letters; financial need considered but not primary. PLEASE NOTE: This scholarship is offered to one half of the counties in the state every other year. Boulder county students are elegible ONLY in school years starting in odd years (e.g., 2011/2012). Applications available online; Renewable | $500 | Valorie Hipsher 9008 N. US Hwy. 85, Unit C Littleton CO 80125-9915 Phone: 720-344-2762 Email: csoc@csoc.org |
| 16-Jan | Create-a-Greeting-Card Scholarship | Greeting Card competition/contest - must be 14 years of age or older. Submit original photo, artwork or computer graphics for the front of a greeting card; Residency: US | $10,000 | Prudent Publishing Company, Inc./The Gallery Collection 65 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 7660 Application Rules in Post Grad Center Phone: 201-641-7900 |
| 8-Mar | CU Boulder Alumni Association Scholarship | For Boulder-area seniors entering CU Boulder in the fall. SAT verbal and math min 1100, ACT min 23, transcript, GPA 3.3, essay describing how a significant person has influenced your life. Obligation for the recipient to volunteer for at least one Alumni Club event during Freshman year. Application available at website; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.3; Min SAT: 1100; Min ACT: 23; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | CU Boulder Alumni Association Cate Scott Boulder Chapter Scholarship Campus Box 459 Boulder CO 80309-0459 Phone: 303-442-3063 Email: cscott2950@msn.com |
| 1-Apr | Dan Libera Memorial High School Student Athletic Trainer Scholarship | Senior planning to major in athletic training, 3.0 + GPA; 2-pg essay on why you want to be an athletic trainer; 3 letters of recommendation. Apply online. Transcript; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt |
$750 | Colorado Athletic Trainers Assopciation (CATA) Pat Hoxsey, Chair of the CATA Scholarships 2201 E. Asbury Ave., Rm 1312 Denver CO 80210 Phone: 719-549-2731 Email: pat.hoxsey@du.edu |
| Danan Schufman Scholarship Fund for Culinary & Oenological Education | See folder in Post-Grad Center for more information. Web site does not contain detailed information. Student in Boulder Valley School District. Scholarship to be applied to tuition and required supplies or equipment at a recognized culinary school. Applicant judged on academic skills and effort. Essay, letters of recommendation, and interview with Board Members; Essay Reqt | Danan Schufman Scholarship Fund Kelly Kingsford 303.579.4966 Adam Reed 303.570.9803 Greg Topel 303.717.9090 Email: contactus@dananschufmanfund.com |
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| 29-Nov | Daniels Fund Scholarship | For current high school seniors; resident of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming; US citizen or permanent resident of the US; demonstrate financial need (less than $75,000 per year for a family of four with one child in college; an EFC between $0 and $6000). Candidates are evaluated on willingness to give back to the community, leadership potential, academic performance or promise, strength of character, well-rounded personality. Apply online at www.DanielsFund.org/Apply. This scholarship may be used at any two- or four-year not-for-profit accredited college or university in the U.S although two-year college attendees must intend to pursue a four-year degree; Need-based; Merit-based; Min SAT: 830; Min ACT: 17; Academic Reqt: Be on track to graduate; Essay Reqt; Renewable | unmet needs of student | Daniels Fund Christa Ray, Scholarship Selection Coordinator 101 Monroe Street Denver CO 80206 303-393-7220 Phone: 877-441-3139 Email: scholarselection@danielsfund.org |
| 15-Jan | Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Colorado Scholarships in American History and Nursing | Two scholarships: 1) Honorary State Regents' American History Scholarship for students who intend to major in American History and American Government; 2) Virginia Leyda Roberts Nursing Scholarship for students who will pursue an education in nursing at an accredited college offering a BSN degree. Award is based on academic excellence and commitment to field of study and need. Applicants need letter of sponsorship from Colorado DAR Chapter. Contact Mollie Morton for letter prior to submitting application. Application packet available on website. Additional scholarships available at the national website www.DAR.org; Need-based; Merit-based; Class Rank: top1/3 | $2,500 | Colorado Daughters of the American Revolution Mollie Morton www.DAR.org Phone: 303 494 5486 Email: mollie.morton@colorado.edu |
| 1-Jan | Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens Program | One senior nominated by school based on dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. APPLICATION IS IN POST GRAD CENTER There are 2 parts to the contest: 1) description of quality of good citizenship, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation 2) essay written under supervision of a faculty (see Ms Diebel).Winning entry is advanced through state and national levels of judging; ; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Daughters of the American Revolution Lisa Kelley Arapahoe Chapter NSDAR 6901 S Pierce Street, #337 Littleton CO 80128 Phone: 720-289-1159 Email: lisakelleytherapy@gmail.com |
| 15-Feb | Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) National Scholarships in Political Science, History, Government, Economics, and Nursing | Four scholarships: 1) Pittenger American History Scholarship for a student majoring in American History or American Government; 2) Cogswell Nursing Scholarship for students who will pursue an education in nursing at an accredited college offering a BSN degree and are descendants of members of NSDAR; 3) Enid Hall Griswold Scholarship for students who will major in Political Science, History, Government, or Economics; 4) Dunn Scholarship for a child of NSDAR member. Award is based on academic excellence and commitment to field of study and need. Applicants need letter of sponsorship from Colorado DAR Chapter. Contact Mollie Morton, 303-494-5486 or mollie.morton@colorado.edu, for letter prior to submitting application. Application packet available to copy from folder in PostGrad Center; Need-based; Merit-based; Class Rank: top 1/3; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $2,000 | National Daughters of the American Revolution Mollie Morton Scholarship Chair 57 Mineola Court Boulder CO 80303 Mail completed DAR Scholarship Committee application forms to: National Chairman, DAR Scholarship Committee PO Box 2906 Ridgeland, MS 39158-2906 Phone: 303-494-5486 Email: mollie.morton@colorado.edu |
| 31-Mar | David and Dovetta Wilson Scholarship | Scholarship fund offers nine scholarships to high school seniors who actively participate in community or religious activities and who have demonstrated financial need. $20 application fee. Award committee is interested in students who have a zest for life, care about making a difference in their community or the world, value education, and are committed to achieving their goals. Application available online; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | David and Dovetta Wilson Scholarship Fund 115-67 237th Street Elmont New York 11003-3926 Phone: (516) 285-4573 Email: DDWSF4@aol.com |
| 20-Feb | Davidson Fellows Scholarship | Under 18 as of October 1; significant achievement in science OR technology OR mathematics OR literature OR music OR philosophy OR "out of the box"; US citizen; 3 nominators; several $50,000, $25,000 & $10,000 scholarships; Merit-based; US Citizen | $50,000 | The Davidson Institute for Talent Development 9665 Gateway Dr., Suite B Reno NV 89521 Phone: (775) 852-3483 ext. 435 Fax: 775-852-2184 Email: info@davidsongifted.org |
| DaVita Scholarships for Employee Dependents | Dependent of DaVita employee. Information available in benefit packages and DaVita internal website. | $3,000 | ||
| Deans Scholarship | Texas Christian University | |||
| 18-Jan | DECA Scholarship Program | DECA is an association committed to Marketing and
Entrepreneurial Education. To apply for the scholarships, student must
be a DECA member. See website for joining DECA. The website has many
scholarships listed along with applications.
Most are corporation sponsored. See also DECA Book in the post grad
center (file cabinet under DECA) which includes several scholarships. DECA prepares emerging leaders and
entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high
schools and colleges across the globe. DECA members can begin their
participation in the high school division as early as the ninth grade and
continue through college graduation by participating in the collegiate
division. Other useful links on the DECA web site are: http://www.deca.org/pdf/ScholarshipGuideIntro.pdf General information about how to apply for scholarships. http://www.deca.org/pdf/ScholarshipChecklist.pdf List of scholarships, for DECA student members and student employeees of particular companies; Merit-based |
varies | DECA/Assoc. of Marketing Students Kathy Onion 1908 Association Dr Reston VA 20191 Phone: 703-860-5000 Fax: 703-860-4013 Email: info@deca.org |
| 15-Jan | Dell Scholars Program | Student must be participating in a MSDF approved college readiness program for a minimum of two years (such as AP curriculum, IB etc). About 250 schlarships awarded per year. Helps with a variety of financial issues. SAR from FAFSA required. Application does not ask about grades and XC. It asks about outside responsibilities and your plans for college; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.4; US Citizen or permanent residency | $20,000 | |
| 23-Apr | Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship-PSI and GAMMA Chapters Future Teacher Scholarship | APPLICATION IN POST GRAD CENTER FILE Senior in BVSD high school; preparing for a teaching career; 3.0+ GPA; counselor & teacher rec.; transcript; personal essay on their plans to become a teacher. See Post Grad File for instructions and application; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Future Teacher's Scholoarship Dawn Lindgren Chairperson of PSI Chapters Scholarship Committee 8305 West 66th Ave Arvada CO 80004 Phone: 303-463-0824 |
| 8-Mar | Denver Foundation RBC Wealth Management Scholarship | Mainly academic achievement, but financial need and challenges faced may also be taken into consideration. For Colorado students planning to major in math, science, or engineering. Application online. SAT Math plus Critical Reading 1400 min. Student with relative employed by RBC Wealth Management not eligible; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.75; Min ACT: 31; US Citizen | $3,000 | Denver Foundation Karen Bellina Phone: 303-996-7348 Email: kbellina@denverfoundation.org |
| 1-Oct | Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) Native American Science Scholarshi | Preference is given to college-bound hs senior Native American students, planning to attend a Colorado college or university, who have demonstrated leadership, academic achievement, and an interest in a science career. Two letters of reference from Science teacher, mentor, high school counselor or high school administrator. Application online and it must be RECEIVED by October 1. Return application by email, fax, or mail to contact address; Merit-based; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native | not specified | Denver Museum of Nature & Science Native American Science Programs Department of Anthropology 2001 Colorado Blvd Denver CO 80205 Phone: 303-370-6367 Fax: 303-370-6313 Email: nascience@dmns.org |
| 1-Mar | Denver University Scholarships | This website lists all scholarships through DU. Deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Office of Financial Aid 2197 S. University Blvd Denver CO 80208 Phone: (303) 871-4020 |
| 16-Apr | Diane Dawson Memorial Scholarship Family Cancer | Denver area or Sacramento HS, 2.5 GPA, parent or legal guardian with terminal cancer or illness or have lost parent to cancer or illness. Based on need, merit, essay, letters of recommendation, XC activities, and unusual circumstances. Call phone above for application or see Post Grad folder; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Renewable | $3,000 | Sacramento Region Community Foundation 740 University Avenue, Suite 110 Sacramento CA 95825 Phone: 916-921-7723 Email: scholarships@sacregcf.org |
| Discover Colleges | log on website to request information and automtically be entered in the scholarship drawing | $2,500 | 627 24 1/2 Road, Suite D Grand Junction CO 81505 Phone: 877-667-0600 |
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| 16-Mar | Distinguished Young Women | Distinguished Young Women is a national scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in young women. Participants must first enter the Distinguished Young Women of Colorado contest in March (the official state preliminary contest), and winners move on to the national competition at the end of June. There is no cost to participate; Academic Reqt: Juniors; Female | $12,000 | Distinguished Young Women Jennifer Tolbert 751 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602; telephone at 800.256.5435 or 251.438.3621; or email at foundation@DistinguishedYW.org. Phone: 251-422-3834 Email: jennifer@distinguishedyw.org |
| 15-Feb | Dorothy D. Greer Publications Scholarship | The Dorothy D. Greer Scholarship opportunity is offered to any Colorado high school senior whose school is a member of the Colorado High School Press Association. Any Colorado high school senior who has worked on the yearbook and/or newspaper of a Colorado High School Press Association (CHSPA) member publication for at least two years and is planning to attend a junior college, college or university is eligible to apply. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or better. Samples of senior's yearbook and/or newspaper work, recommendation letters, transcript, photos. Award is $2,000 for an in-state school, $1,000 for out-of-state; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $2,000 | Colorado High School Press Association (CHSPA) Jack Kennedy, Executive Director CHSPA Scholarships 9253 Sori Lane Highlands Ranch CO 80126 Email: chspaboard@gmail.com |
| 31-Jan | Dupont Challenge - Science Essay Competition | Senior division grades 10-12; 700 - 1,000 word essay discussing scientific or technological development, event or theory. The website has lots of advice on choosing a topic, researching and writing the essay, plus all rules for the contest. First prize $5000 savings bond. Other prizes. Junior Division for grade 9; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Dupont Office of Education Dupont Challenge PO Box 80357 Wilmington DE 19880-0030 |
| 1-May | DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship | The Scholarship will award five scholarships of $500 each.
Disbursements of the award will be made in two increments of $250 each – one
for the first semester and one for the second semester of the academic
year. This scholarship recognizes
undergraduate students who draw upon their cultural heritage to shape their
vocational aspirations, add creative value to their future employers, and
serve their communities. 750 word essay; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Essay Reqt |
$500 | DutchCrafters Linse Miller 1877 Porter Lake Drive Sarasota Florida 34240 866-272-6773 Phone: 941-377-5112 Email: linse@jmxusa.com |
| 1-Feb | Educational Theatre Association Scholarships | A variety of scholarships for seniors active in International Thespian Society, planning to major in communicative arts or theatre. Deadlines vary. Some available through Thespian troupe directors. Others through the Region 1 Colorado Chapter Director at address above; Merit-based; Renewable | $2,500 | Educational Theatre Association Jay Seller, Colorado Chapter Director Horizon High School Thornton CO Email: sellerj@comcast.net |
| 1-Jul | Elder & Leemaur Publishers Challenge the Experts Scholarship | Scholarship is open to current undergraduate students in any field of study and high school juniors and seniors. 500 word essay written on one of the specific topics must be submitted to www.elpublishers.com/content/univsubmit.php; last deadline shown is 7/2008. Possibly inactive at this time; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | Elder & Leemaur Publishers |
| 15-Mar | Elevations Credit Union M.R. Hellie Scholarship | Senior; must be member of Elevations Credit Union; essay "Why I want to go to college;" photo; FAFSA, transcript, letters of recommendation. The selection based on personal and career goals, merit, need, and scholarship; Application online; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | 500-5000 | Elevations Credit Union Sue Bailhache/Marketing Department P.O. Box 9004 Boulder Colorado 80301 Phone: 303-443-4672 ext.1151 |
| 7-Dec | Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship | Several scholarships are awarded by the Elks National Foundation
but application is made through the local lodge. See Contacts. Application online. You will drop off the
application at the local Elks lodge (Boulder Elks Lodge, 3975 28th St,
Boulder, CO) or mail to the contact listed. Based on financial need;
leadership; scholarship. Scholarships include: Most Valuable Student, Legacy Awards (parent or grandparent is Elk); Need-based; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt; Renewable |
$15,000 | Boulder Elks Lodge #0566 Ray Humble, Scholarship Chair 3106 Depo Drive Longmont Colorado 80503 mailing address for application above. Boulder Elks Lodge address is: 3975 28th Street, Boulder, CO Phone: 303-682-1752 Email: ryhum@comcast.net |
| 31-Jan | Emma L. Bowen Foundation Paid Internship & Scholarship | For minority youth. High school seniors or college freshman. US citizen or legal residents, speak and write English fluently. Students earn an hourly salary and matching funds for college expenses. Must submit at least two references and 500-1000 word essay; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt; Renewable | paid internship + college expenses | Emma L. Bowen Foundation Rita Torres, Regional Director, Western Region CBS Studio City Center 4024 Radford Ave Studio City CA 91604 Phone: 818-655-5707 Fax: 818-655-8358 Email: rita.torres@mptp.com |
| 8-Mar | Erie Chamber of Commerce Scholarship | Senior at Fairview must be a resident of Erie. The award emphasizes Community Service. Application is online or in the post grad center files; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $1,000 | Erie Chamber of Commerce Jen Ladley 235 Wells Street PO Box 97 Erie Colorado 80516 Phone: 303-828-3440 Fax: 303-828-3330 Email: erie@eriechamber.org |
| 1-Feb | ESA (Epsilon Sigma Alpha) Foundation | Students chosen on the basis of character, leadership, service, financial need, scholastic ability. Application available on ESA Website. Click on scholarship appplications, scroll down to find state counselor info for CO. Then click on Current List of ESAF Scholarships available by State to find list. $5 per scholarship application. Each student may apply for up to 3 scholarships; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $1,500 | ESA Foundation Shirley Clayton Email: dasclayton@tds.net |
| 30-Sep | Evans Scholars Foundation Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship | For caddies with a minimum of two years experience and are expected to caddie at their sponsoring club the year they apply for the scholarship. Excellent acamdemics with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. For attendance at a variety of universities -- see list on website. University of Colorado, University of Michigan, Northwestern University are examples from a much longer list. Caddies are evaluated on four criteria: strong caddie record, excellent academics, financial need, and outstanding character. Preference is given to applications submitted in September but deadline is not firm. Essay, letter of recommendation, & ACT required; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Academic Reqt: ACT; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable | full tuition and housing | Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation Gina Iovino 1 Briar Road Golf IL 60029 Phone: 847.724.4600 Fax: 847-724-7133 Email: applications@wgaesf.com |
| Faculty Scholarship | Texas Christian University | |||
| FastWeb Scholarship Website | Need to register and fill out a lengthy profile but the site has good functionality and information on over 400,000 scholarships, fellowships, internships, and loans. You can receive emails on new entries that match your search criteria. BEWARE: the number of ads and spam is very high. Recommended only if you set up a secondary e-mail address so that the spam goes there. | |||
| 1-Apr | FCCLA Scholarships | FCCLA members. Various scholarships listed at website; Merit-based | $1,000 | 2011 Family, Career and Community Leaders of Ameri 1910 Association Drive Reston Va 20191-1584 Phone: 703-476-4900 Fax: 703-860-2713 |
| 29-Mar | Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund | Family member of a current civilian federal and postal employee, their children and spouses with at least three years of federal service. Dependents must be full-time students; employees may be part-time. Enrolled in an accredited post-secondary school. Several awards; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $7,500 | Niki (Logan) Gleason 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 300 Lakewood CO 80227 Phone: 303.933.7580 Fax: 303.933.7587 |
| 15-May | Financial Steward Associates Scholarship Program | This scholarship is offered by a Financial Planning Company to heightenb awareness of personal financial planning and fiscal responsibility to graduating high school students. Any graduating high school student who plans to attend any post-secondary educational institution may apply. Application is in the Post-Grad Center files OR contact Laura Earp at contact address. Fill out application, write an essay relating to financial responsibility, provide current academic record, list of community service work, extra curricular activities, and/or work experience; Merit-based | $500 | Financial Steward Associates Laura Earp Scholarship Program 165 S. Union Blvd. Ste 640 Lakewood CO 80228 Phone: 720-274-9813 |
| 25-Nov | FIRE - Freedom in Academia Essay Contest | 800 - 1000 word essay on freedom of speech on college campuses. Only for seniors; Merit-based | $10,000 | Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Greg Lukianoff Attn: Essay Scholarship Contest 601 Walnut Street, Suite 510 Phone: 215-717-3473 Fax: 215-717-3440 Email: fire@thefire.org |
| 19-Dec | Foot Locker Scholar Athletes | Nominate yourself or another high school athlete who shines on and off the field; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Renewable | $20,000 | Foot Locker Foundation Please contact April Wright or Ellie Zeitlin at DoSomething.org via email at footlocker@dosomething.org Email: footlocker@dosomething.org |
| 8-Apr | Foothills Kiwanis Tuition Scholarship Award | Boulder area senior who has shown commitment to both academics and community service. Application needs three parts: A summary of min 300 words about why you deserve the scholarship based on community service and high school record; At least two letters of recommendation; A copy of your high school academic record. There is no official application form. See Post Grad Center folder for complete description of these three parts of the application; Merit-based; Service Reqt | $1,000 | Kiwanis Club of the Foothills in Boulder Joe Girard, Chairman Scholarship Committee 315 Maplewood Drive Erie CO 80516 Address application to Foothills Kiwanis 2012 Tuition Scholarship Committee Phone: 303-579-7451 Email: jgirard56@comcast.net |
| 15-Jan | Fort Lewis College Scholarships | Fort Lewis College Financial Aid Website. FAFSA deadline 2/15, other scholarships have other deadlines. Check the website. Student must apply for admissions to the college by 1/15; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Fort Lewis College |
| 1-Mar | Front Range Community College Foundation Scholarships | This is a multiple scholarship site. you will need to go online to the website and click on foundation. To set up your account go to https://web1.frontrange.edu/stars/. You may preview scholarships and applications. To register, you will need a FRCC ID. You will also need to submit transcripts and an essay. | varies | FRCC Cori Kelly Phone: 303-404-5463 Email: cori.kelly@frontrange.edu |
| 16-Jan | Gates Millennium Scholars | Full tuition, fees, books and living expenses, financial need (must meet Pell Grant eligibility); leadership; need educator to nominate you and someone to recommend you (see application book in postgrad), Wide variety of ethnic groups. Will enroll for the first time at a U.S. located school; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.3; citizen or legal permanent resident; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Black/African American,Filipino,Hispanic/Latino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian; American Indian/Alaska Native,Asian,Black/African American,Filipino,Hispanic/Latino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian; Renewable |
full tuition, fees, living expenses | Gates Millenium Scholars PO Box 10500 Fairfax Va 22031 Phone: 1-877-690-4677 Email: contactus@gmsp.org |
| Genesco Migrant Center Scholarhships | Multiple scholarships and deadlines. Application links online. For children of migrant workers. | varies | Geneseo Migrant Center 27 Lackawanna Ave. Mt. Morris, New York 14510 Phone: 800-245-5681 Email: rlynch@gvboces.org |
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| 10-Jan | GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program | Deadline is either Jan 10 or after 25,000 applications are submitted. Twenty scholarships rewarding exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. The student must be nominated by an eligible community leader, such as the high school principal, elected official or exec director of a nonprofit organization. Application only through website. Also follow the Facebook page button on the website; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen US citizen; Renewable | $10,000 | Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and GE Scholarship Management Services Phone: 507-931-1682 Email: ge-reagan@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 15-Jun | Girl Scouts of Frontier Council Scholarships | A variety of scholarships nationwide for girl scouts who have earned their gold award. Application online. Academics, activities, community involvement, leadership, and pursuit of individual interests. See also www.studio2b.org/gossipyouneed/scholarship_form.asp for scholarship information for girl scouts; Merit-based; Service Reqt | $1,500 | Girl Scouts of Frontier Council Kelle Boteilho Phone: 800-762-6032 x 236 |
| 1-Mar | Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship Competiton | Senior planning to make music a central part of their life; submit application, statement of musical intention,10 min audition tape or CD to Ft. Morgan Chamber; judged on showmanship, stage presence, talent. Download application at website; Merit-based | $4,000 | Glenn Miller Birthplace Society 122 West Clark Street PO Box 61 Clarinda IA 51632 Phone: 712-542-2461 Fax: 712-542-2868 Email: gmbs@glennmiller.org |
| 30-Nov | Global Citizen Scholarship Program | For high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors and seniors. Write an essay or create a 1-3 minute digital media project that answers the contest question and win expense paid foreign travel during the summer. | expense paid trip | EF Educational Tours EF Center Boston One Education Street Cambridge MA 2141 Phone: 877-205-9909 Fax: 800-318-3732 |
| 30-Apr | Gloria Barron Young Heroes Prize | 25 winners nationwide; half of the winners have focused on helping their communties and fellow beings; half have focused on protecting the health and sustainability of the environment; nomination by adult | $2,500 | The Barron Prize Anita Southwick 545 Pearl Street Boulder CO 80302 Email: anita@barronprize.org |
| 7-Dec | Greenhouse Scholars | High school student in Colorado who demonstrates a strong interest and commitment to the community, ability to persevere through difficult circumstances, possesses excellent leadership skills and demonstrates financial need (household less than $70000/yr), app is on their website. Please indicate your interest by mailing your name and email address to the contact address to receive tips, updates and reminders. Applicants are encouraged to submit application EARLIER than deadline. Three letters of recommendation plus a transcript with ACT score will be required; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; US Citizen; Residency: Colorado; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Greenhouse Scholars Bess Moodie 1881 9th Street Suite 200 Boulder Colorado 80302 bmoodie@greenhousescholars.org Phone: 303-460-1735 Email: scholars@greenhousescholars.org |
| 31-May | Guy and Gloria Muto Memorial Scholarship | You are eligible for this scholarship if YOU or a parent are employed (in ANY capacity) in the Swimming Pool and Spa industry. | $1,000 | Guy and Gloria Muto Memorial Foundation PO Box 60159 Sacramento CA 95860 Email: ggmuto@aol.com |
| 15-Apr | Gwendolyn S. Duran Memorial Scholarship | Declare legal field as your major (pre-law), OR are enrolled in a legal program such as secretary, court reporter, legal assistant, paralegal, full time student and financial need. Application online.Transcript, 2 letters of remmendation, resume; Need-based | $1,000 | Colorado Association of
Legal Support Staff Joyce Beach, CALSS Scholarship Chairman c/o Law Offices of Matt Busch 903 North Cleveland Ave, Suite A Loveland CO 80537 Phone: 970-667-2898 Email: joyce@mbuschlaw.com |
| 1-Oct | Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Scholarship Competition | High School seniors and enrolled college students; essay;
transcript; copy of parents' IRS return Must apply online. Students must have immigrated to the US after January 1, 1992. Applicants judged on academic excellence, community service especially as it applies to Jewish communal involvement; Need-based; Merit-based |
$4,000 | HIAS Scholarship Coordinator HIAS Scholarships 333 Seventh Ave., 16th Floor New York NY 10001-5004 Phone: 212-613-1358 Email: scholarship@hias.org |
| 30-Nov | Hispanic Annual Salute Scholarships | Notable volunteer activity in Colorado Hispanic community by
Hispanic youth; 3 letters of recommendation; essay; transcript; community
service; employment or school activities; senior in H.S. Applicants are
evaluated by an independent selection committe on the following areas:
Application completeness, Written Essay, Letters of Recommendation. Must reside in Colorado. Does not say anything about requiring
citizenship or legal status. Academic Achievement - Recipient announced at the next Hispanic Annual Salute Gala in February; Min GPA: 2.5; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt |
$2,000 | Hispanic Annual Salute PO Box 40720 Denver CO 80204 Phone: 303-996-3965 Fax: 303-577-8111 Email: rhurtado@denver.bbb.org |
| 1-Mar | Hispanic College Fund | Various scholarships available depending on the area of study. Scholarships range from $500-$10,000; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | $10,000 | Hispanic College Fund 1300 L Street, NW Suite 975 Washington D.C. 20005 Phone: 800-644-4223 |
| 30-Apr | Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards Scholarship Program | HENAAC encourages all engineering, applied science, computer science and math students to apply. View website to see details for 19 different scholarships. All HENAAC scholarships will be presented and awarded at the 19th Annual HENAAC Conference in San Diego, California in October. HENAAC provides transportation support and complimentary registration for all scholarship recipients. HENAAC provides complimentary registration and hotel accommodations for all scholarship recipients. Qualifying students may also receive transportation support. Scholarship recipients MUST attend the conference to receive the scholarship. Must have strong involvement in the Hispanic community. Some of the listed scholarships specify US citizenship, but not all; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnic Reqt: Hispanic/Latino; Essay Reqt | $500-10,000 | HENAAC Great Minds in STEM attn: HENAAC Scholars 3900 Whiteside Street Los Angeles CA 90063 Kathy Borunda Barrera Phone: (323) 262-0997 ext: 300 Fax: (323) 262-0946 Email: kbbarrera@greatmindsinstem.org |
| 15-Dec | Hispanic Scholarship Fund | Several scholarships are available through this website for high school seniors of Hispanic heritage; U.S. citizen; Requirements and deadlines vary but typically 3.0 GPA is minimum. Apply online through website; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | $5,000 | Hispanic Scholarship Fund 55 Second St. Suite 1500 San Francisco CA 94105 Phone: (877) 473-4636 |
| 15-Feb | Hispanic Scholarship Fund Achievement Scholarship | This is a four-year program for students who will enjoy full time in a community college with an intent to transfer to a 4-year institution. Preference is given to students who want to transfer to CU Denver. For Hispanic hs seniors, U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents, gpa > 2.5, complete FAFSA; Need-based; Renewable | $1,250 | Nancy Hernandez Phone: 303-927-8242 Email: nhernandez@hsf.net |
| 19-Apr | Holocaust Remembrance Project Essay Contest | 9-12 grade; US citizen; 1,200 word essay related to why it is important to remember the holocaust and why it is important to reduce discrimination and prejudice (see topics and details on website). Essay submitted online. Many sizeable prizes. Awards are $2500 to $5000, with lower second and third prizes; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation PO Box 2877 Tampa FL 33601-2877 Phone: 1-866-HK-CARES Email: holocaust@hklaw.com |
| 25-Oct | Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Program | Scholarship awarded to students with strong commitment to pursuing and completing a bachelor's degree at an accredited public or private institution in the US. Family income of less than $50,000 is preferred. Involvement in co-curricular and community activities; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.0; US Citizen | $20,000 | Horatio Alger Association Terrence J. Giroux PO Box 4030 Iowa City IA 52243-4030 To access information on the website, use passcode 118CO060. Phone: 866.763.9228 Fax: 319.337.1204 Email: HoratioAlger@act.org |
| 30-Apr | Housing Authority Insurance Group (HAI) Resident Scholarship Program | For a public housing resident or Section 8 participant for at least 6 months, graduating senior or GED. Applications online. Awards based on academics, leadership, work experience, essay response, and recommendations; Min GPA: 2.5; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Housing Authority Insurance Group Lori Luponio Phone: 800-873-0242, X 639 Email: scholarship@housingcenter.com |
| 2-May | HRSA Nursing Scholarship | Applicant must be enrolled or accepted as a full-time student in an accredited school of nursing in a professional registered nurse program-baccalaureate, graduate, associate degree, or diploma. Must study to become an RN and commit to 2-yr. service contract. Scholarship covers: tuition, fees, books & monthly stipend; Need-based; U.S. citizen; Service Reqt; Renewable | tuition, fees, monthly stipend | US Dept of Health and Human Services Human Resources and Services Administration Bureau of Clinician Recruitment and Service 5600 Fishers Lane Rockville MD 20857 877-464-4772 (TTY: 877-897-9910) Phone: 1-800-221-9393 Email: GetHelp@hrsa.gov |
| 28-Feb | Huggable Heroes Scholarship | This scholarship is in conjunction with the Jefferson Awards for Public Service and recognizes young people ages 8 to 18 who are making a difference in their communities. The students who are chosen for this scholarship receive $7,500 in educational scholarships, go to St. Louis for a one day Jefferson Awards Globechangers Bootcamp, are linked with a mentor from the business community and are invited to participate in a year-long supported mentoring program. | $7,500 | Build-a-Bear Workshop Wendy Bain Phone: (314) 727-5700, x 110 Email: WendyB@BlickandStaff.com |
| 1-Dec | IBM Thomas J. Watson Scholarship | Need based scholarship for children of IBM employees/retirees. Must be used for 4-yr colleges in the US. Latest admissible test dates for ACT is Oct. 27, 2012 for ACT, and Nov. 3, 2012 for SAT; Need-based; Merit-based | $8,000 | IBM Scholarship & Recognition Programs PO Box 6730 Princeton New Jersey 8541 Phone: 609-771-7878 |
| 12-Apr | Impact on Education Dennie and Donna Wise Scholarship | For BVSD graduating seniors, $1000 per year for two years. Students must be accepted into vocational, technical, or community college. Scholarship suited for students pursuing post-secondary education on part-time basis while working. Student must maintain 2.5 GPA while receiving aid. Essay describing motivation to pursue additional education; community involvement, extracurricular activities; transcript, 3 letters of recommendation; Need-based; Renewable | $1,000 | Impact on Education Amy Lee, Outreach & Programs Coordinator 728 Front Street Suite A Louisville CO 80027 Phone: 303-524-3865 X224 Fax: 303.524.3867 Email: amy@ impactoneducation.org |
| 1-Jun | Impact on Education Independent Order of Odd Fellows | High school seniors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their community and personal excellence. 300 word essay discussing personal & educational goals; resume of involvements & accomplishments; official high school transcript. Scholarship applies to any accredited college, university, or trade school. Complete 25 hours of community service to renew the scholarship beyond the first year. Maintain a full college schedule of 12 credit hours or more, with a 2.75 GPA. Application online or in Post Grad Center. Mail application to Boulder Lodge #9, address in contacts; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.75; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $1,000 | Impact on Education Independent Order of Odd Fellows Boulder Lodge #9 1543 Pearl Street Boulder CO 80302 application available in Post Grad Center and online Impact on Education contact: 728 Front Street, Suite A Louisville, CO 80027 Phone 303.524.3865 Fax 303.524.3867 Other contact: Amy Lee Phone: 303-524-3865 Email: amy@impactoneducation.org |
| 16-Mar | Independent Bankers of Colorado (IBC) Education Foundation Scholarship | Colorado schools only... Student or parents must have an account or relationship at an IBC member bank for at least six months: List of banks on website. Application must be signed by a representative at your bank. One application is chosen from each bank to be submitted and at least 2 scholarships will be awarded. Essay: Pick out a favorite topic in the news (other than celebrity) and put together an essay describing the economic concepts that pertain to that issue; 3 letters of recommendation; transcript; SAT/ACT score. Must be used at a Colorado school, university, college, jr college, or vocational. Application online or in the PostGrad Center if website hasn't been updated; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Academic Reqt: bank account with affilliated bank; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | IBC Education Foundation Maelynn Lewis 1580 Logan Street #510 Denver CO 80203 Phone: 303-832-2000 Email: mlewis@ibcbanks.org |
| 14-Nov | Intel Science Talent Search | Science research project competition. Pre-collegiate science competition for original research; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt | $100,000 | Society for Science and the Public Caitlin Sullivan 1719 N Street NW Washington DC 20036-2801 Phone: 202-785-2255 Fax: 202-785-1243 |
| International Scholarship Website | Intended for students wanting to study abroad although US-based scholarships are shown too. Recommended for students considering international schools. | |||
| 15-Feb | Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship | Must be graduating minority senior and show leadership potential and financial need. Letter of recommendation, transcript, essay. JRF scholars are required to participate in community service as part of their scholarship; Need-based; Min SAT: 1000; Min ACT: 22; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Black/African American,Filipino,Hispanic/Latino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $7,500 | Jackie Robinson Foundation 75 varick Street, 2nd Floor New York NY 10013 (866)986-1601 x7095 Phone: 212-290-8600 Email: requests@jackierobinson.org |
| 15-May | James Beard Foundation Scholarship Program in Culinary Arts | Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates who enroll at least part time in a licensed or accredited CULINARY SCHOOL. Preference may be given for students who demonstrate financial need. On the application there are many different scholarships that may be checked off. Awards are granted in terms of tuition waivers of varying amounts. Selection is based on academic record, leadership, participation in school and community, work experience, statement of career and educational aspirations, unusual personal circumstances, and financial need. | Varies | James Beard Foundation Scholarship Management Services One Scholarship Way Saint Peter MN 56082 Phone: 507-931-1682 Email: jamesbeard@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 31-Mar | Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship | Essay is 500-1000 words focusing on "Describing his or her
planned undergraduate study and how he or she plans to apply it upon
graduation" . Scholarship is in honor of Janice Scott, a victim of the
terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Applicants need to have demonstrated
leadership abilities through participation in community services, extra
curricular or other activities. Applications available in the counseling office; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt |
$2,500 | Blacks In Government Abraham Scott P.O. Box 1023 Springfield VA 22151 Phone: 703/981-0535 Email: geraldine@starpower.net |
| 1-Mar | Japanese American Community Scholarships | High school senior residing in the Denver metropolitan area; American citizen or permanent resident of Japanese ancestry or whose parents are active in one of many japanese american associations (see website for list); many different scholarships available; see website for forms. Volunteerism in Japanese American Community, transcript, essay. Nomination deadline is March 2; application deadline is April 6. Personal interview May 12; Merit-based; Ethnicity: Asian; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Japanese American Community Graduation Program Lorraine Hisamoto PO Box 13665 Denver CO 80201-3665 Phone: 303-288-6083 |
| 8-Apr | Jax Scholarship | For students 17-19 years old, seeking a two yr. or four yr. degree. Must live within 50 miles of the Lafayette Ranch and Home Store. 500-1000 word essay about sustainable agriculture. Send essay to Scholarship@JaxMercantile.com. Application form at College/Career Center. Deadline at 9am on Apr 8th; Merit-based | $500 | Jax Ranch and Home Brook Miller 400 S Boulder Raod Lafayette CO 80026 Scholarship@JaxMercantile.com Email: bmiller@jaxmercantile.com |
| 10-Dec | Jaycees and JCI Senators of Colorado Scholarship Program | Three $250.00 scholarships are awarded in Colorado and several $1,000 scholarships are awarded nationally. Link to application packet and to the national website from the url above. Application asks about leadership, community service, extracurricular activities and awards, as well as financial need. Can be used for college or vocational education. Transcript, personal statement, reference letters; Need-based; Merit-based; Colorado Resident | $1,000 | Colorado JCI Senate Leroy Nitsch 567 Lake Gulch Road Castle Rock CO 80104 Email: lrnitsch@hotmail.com |
| 15-Jun | Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores "Own Your Look" Prom Contest | Students ages 14-19 make their own prom outfit, including an accessory, with fabric and other products from Jo-Ann. Entries chosen based on workmanship, originality, and level of detail. See website for contest details and rules; Merit-based | $50,000 | Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Lorraine Schuchart 5555 Darrow Road Hudson OH 44236 Phone: 330-463-5800 Email: Lorraine.Schuchart@joann.com |
| 1-Mar | Johnson & Wales University Scholarships | There is a Johnson & Wales campus in Denver. This is the main Johnson & Wales financial aid website. FAFSA deadline is 3/1. Check website for other deadlines; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Johnson & Wales University 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, Rhode Island 2903 Phone: 1-800-DIAL-JWU |
| 15-Feb | Journalism Education Association (JEA) Journalist of the Year Sister Rita Jeanne Scholarships | Active in journalism, plans to pursue a journalism and/or mass communications career, many requirements at website including scoring rubric for journalism submissions. Application online, journalism advisor must sign application AND must be a current national JEA member; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $3,000 | Journalism Education Association Kristi Rathbun Rock Canyon High School 5810 McArthur Ranch Road Highlands Ranch CO 80124 Contact is this year's state director. Current state director can be found at www.jea.org/contact/statedirectors.html Phone: 303-387-3000 Email: kristi.rathbun@decsdk12.org |
| 1-Mar | Journalism Education Association (JEA) Student Journalism Impact Award | This is a contest, not a scholarship, for a secondary school student or team of students who, through the practice of journalism, have made a significant difference in the lives of others. NOMINATION either by teacher, counselor, or self. Teacher must be JEA member. Entry must be student work, published within two years of deadline. Application online; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Journalism Education Association Headquarters Kedzie Hall, Rm 103 Kansas State University Manhattan KS 66506 Phone: 866-532-5532 Fax: 785 532-5563 Email: lindarp@k-state.edu |
| 22-Feb | Junior Achievement (JA) Inspiration Scholarship | For graduating seniors who have participated in JA during high school. Application in post grad center file or online. Other requirements: work experience through summer job or part-time employment during the school year, hs transcript, one letter of recommendation, two short essays; Need-based; Merit-based; Renewable | $2,000 | Junior Achievement - Rocky Mountain, Inc JA Inspiration Scholarship c/o Junior Achievement 1445 Market Street, Suite 200 Denver CO 80202 Phone: 303-628-7377 Email: nshull@jacolorado.org |
| 24-Feb | Kaiser Permanente Diversity Scholarship Program | This scholarship is offered to students who want to pursue a career in health care or public health, and to increase the number of health professionals from underrepresented populations. While all qualified students may apply, preference will be given to students who identify as one or more of the following: African-American, Asian Pacific, Latino, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Native American and/or Person with a Disability. Must submit letter of recommendation and official transcript; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.7; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Asian,Black/African American,Filipino,Hispanic/Latino,Multi-Racial,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $2,600 | Kaiser Permanente P.O. Box 378066 Denver CO 80247-8066 Email: co-diversitydevelopment@kp.org |
| 4-Feb | Kappa Alpha Psi Denver Alumni Chapter Scholarship | African-American male students; senior; (leadership skills may compensate for lower GPA);essay; understanding of local, state, and national political issues; Min GPA: 3.0; Male; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Essay Reqt | varies | Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Anthony E. Graves 2160 Downing Street Denver Co 80205-5261 (Applications available in Post Grad Center.) |
| 1-Mar | Karen L. Bajgert Memorial Scholarship | For an active, enthusiastic, dedicated member of the Fairview Band who expects to attend CU-Boulder; nomination required from band director. See your band director by March 1 to indicate your interest; Merit-based | $2,000 | Levana Olsen University of Colorado Regent Admin Center 175 77 UCB Boulder CO 80309 Phone: 303-492-4533 Email: schlp@colorado.edu |
| 8-Feb | KFC Colonel's Scholars | SCHOLARSHIP ON HOLD AS OF 12/18/12 50 awards given to seniors with an epreneurial spirit, a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, plan to attend an in state public college or university. Applications available on line from Dec. 1 to Feb. 8,, apply on line. Need FAFSA. Can be used at either a 2- or 4- year college; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.75; Renewable |
$5,000 | Kentucky Fried Chicken Foundation Phone: 1-866-KFC-7240 Email: kfcscholars@act.org |
| 17-May | Kit Faragher Memorial Scholarship | Kit Faragher lost her life in 9/11 events. This scholarship is in her memory. Student demonstrating positive attitude and drive toward accomplishment. Can be used for college, university or technical school. Materials must be received by deadline. Apply online; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Residency: Colorado; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $2,500 | 1525 Josephine St. Denver CO 80206 |
| 15-Mar | Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship | This is for young volunteers, ages 6-18 who help make their communities a better place to live. Get someone (over 21) to nominate you, online, between Feb 1 and Mar 15, based on a volunteer project you have completed over the past year. US citizen; Merit-based; US Citizen | $10,000 | Kohl’s Kids Who Care® Scholarship Program Scholarship Management Services One Scholarship Way PO Box 297 Saint Peter MN 56082 Completed nomination forms should be submitted between Feb 1 and March 15 through the web site www.kohlskids.com. Phone: 1-507-931-1682 Email: kohls@scholarshipamerica.org |
| 28-Feb | La Raza Nuestra Gente Scholarship | For high school seniors accepted at any two or four year college with North Central Accredidation. Must attend La Raza Youth Leadership Conference in April. Need FAFSA although site says that financial need is not a requirement. Application online. Scholarships also available specifically for UCD, Metro State, and Community College of Denver, but with varying deadlines. See website. Random drawing of one $1,000 scholarship at conference; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | $1,000 | La Raza Youth Leadership Institute PO Box 8571 Denver CO 80201 Phone: 303.556.6730 Email: scholarships@larazayouth.org. |
| 1-Mar | Lamar Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Lamar Community College. Several scholarships are available; deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Lamar Community College 2401 South Main Street Lamar CO 81052 Phone: 719.336.2248 |
| 15-Mar | Latin American Educational Foundation (LAEF) Scholarships | Colorado resident; Hispanic heritage and/or actively involved in the Hispanic community; essay; letters of recommendation; leadership ability. Scholarship recipients required to fulfill 10 hrs. of community service during year of funding. Links to other scholarships for Hispanic students listed at the website; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $3,000 | Latin American Educational Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee 561 Santa Fe Drive Denver CO 80204 Phone: 303-446-0541 Fax: 303-446-0526 Email: mvalladares@laef.org |
| Latino College Dollars: Scholarships for Latino Students | This website is dedicated to listing all scholarships for
hispanic/latino students including, but not restricted to, those that do not
require citizenship. At the website,
click on "scholarship directory" to get lists according to a
variety of criteria. IMPORTANT NOTE: The Search feature might not work as you expect it to. You get more results if you enter a lower GPA number than if you enter a higher one. So, to get complete results, try searching for your grade point average and LOWER GPAs. |
varies | The Tomas Rivera Policy Institute (TRPI) University of Southern california School of Policy Planning and Development 650 Childs Way, RGL 102 Los Angeles CA 90089-0626 www.trpi.org Phone: 213-821-5615 Email: trpi@trpi.org |
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| 8-Mar | Learning & Education About Disabilities (LEAD) Foundation Scholarships | Colorado resident with a documented learning disability or ADHD pursuing a post-secondary degree. The ideal candidate will be one who has faced the challenges of having a learning disability and understands the importance of advocacy and self-knowledge in overcoming those challenges. Other scholarships for LD students are listed at this website. 100 word essay; Min GPA: 2.8; Disability Reqt: learning disability or ADHD | $1,000 | Learning and Education About Disabilities Katherine Howes Pikes Peak Community Foundation 730 North Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs CO 80903 Email: leadfoundationco@gmail.com |
| 31-Dec | Lilly Reintegration Scholarship | Must be 18 by Feb. 2 to apply. To be eligible, candidates must: be diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophreniform, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar disorder; be currently receiving medical treatment for the disease, including medications and psychiatric follow-up; be actively involved in rehabilitative or reintegrative efforts, such as clubhouse membership, part-time work, volunteer efforts or school enrollment. Must submit application, essay, transcripts, recommendation forms from three references and school financial requirements. Application available in Oct. Can use scholarship for trade school, 2- or 4-year college; Need-based; Essay Reqt; Renewable | Full tuition | The Center for Reintegration PMB 327 310 Busse Highway Park Ridge IL 60068-3251 Phone: (800) 809-8202 Email: lillyscholarships@reintegration.com |
| 12-Apr | Louisville Chamber of Commerce Apple for Lawrence Enrietto Scholarship | Senior, must be Louisville resident. 2.6 min. GPA; based on activities/job experience (25%), financial need (25%), personal letter (15%), SAT/ACT scores (10%), and honors (10%). Application in postGrad Cente. Submit Application to counseling office; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.6 |
$500 | Centaurus/Monarch Community Scholarship Fund CHS-MHS Scholarships PO Box 212 Louisville CO 80027 Phone: 303-666-8133 |
| 31-Mar | LULAC National Scholarship Fund (LNSF) | LULAC Councils will award scholarships to qualified Hispanic students who are planning to enroll in accredited colleges or universities in the US. National Scholastic Achievement Awards require a GPA of 3.5/4.0, 1350 or higher on the SAT. Honors awards require a GPA of 3.25/4.0, 1100 SAT. General awards are awarded on potential, motivation, and integrity. Application on website; Need-based; Merit-based; US Citizen; Residency: legal resident or citizen; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | $2,000 | League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Richard Roybal National Headquarters 2000 L Street, NW, Suite 610 Washington DC 20036 Phone: (202) 835-9646 Fax: (202) 835-9685 Email: scholarships@lnesc.org |
| MACH25 Scholarship Website | General scholarship search site with no spam. You can do a keyword search, or search based on a personal profile that you set up for yourself. Setting up a profile has some useful options. | |||
| 1-Mar | Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation | Son or daughter of active duty or reserve US Marine or US Navy Corpsman attached to Marine unit or US Marine who has received honorable discharge, medical discharge, or killed while serving; essay, transcript, recommendations. Must be pursuing a first bachelor's degree or technical certificate. Max. family adjusted gross income does not exceed $90,000. Apply online; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.0 | varies | June Hering 909 N. Washington St., Suite 400 Alexandria VA 22314 Phone: 866-496-5462 Email: students@mcsf.org |
| 16-Mar | Masonic Achievement Award for Outstanding Juniors | Outstanding Junior boy and Junior girl nominated by a counselor. Award only, no money; Merit-based | no money | Masonic Officers Association Roy A. Snyder 4164 South Syracuse Street Denver CO 80237 Phone: 303-770-3630 Email: rsnyder@brownandbigelow.com |
| 1-Mar | Mayflower Scholarship | For high school seniors, CO resident, US citizen; 750 word essay on the Mayflower topic listed in the application, GPA, class rank, ACT or SAT scores, evidence of honors received, activities in and outside of high school, employment and leadership, letter of recommendation, and (if pertinent) evidence of Mayflower ancestry; Residency: Colorado; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $1,000 | The Colorado Society of Mayflower Descendants Donna Bottini 1515 Lane32 Pueblo CO 81006-9461 Email: pbottini@aol.com |
| 1-May | Med Pro Rx "Education is Power" Scholarship | Students who live with Hemophilia or von willebrand Disease, for college, university, or vocational training. Evaluated on community involvement/service. Documentation of bleeding disorder, transcript, letter of recommendation, essay; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Med Pro Rx, Inc. Kathy Robinette-Stoneberg, Scholarship Coordinator 140 Northway Court Raleigh NC 27615 Phone: 866-528-4963 Email: educationispower@medprorx.com |
| 15-Jan | Mensa - Scholarship Essay Contest | Contestants need not be members of Mensa. US citizen or legal resident; attending college next fall; 550 word essay describing academic or career goals; see application for additional requirements varies-$300-$1000; entry form online; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Mensa Education and Research Foundation Victoria Liguez Jill Beckham (817) 607-0060 ext 5509 jillb@americanmensa.org Phone: 817-607-0060 ext 5542 Email: victoria@americanmensa.org |
| MeritAid Scholarship Website | This website lists merit scholarships available throughout the university and college system. Students with a variety of GPAs may qualify. Not recommended as a primary search tool, but you can search by a specific college name without setting up a profile. This is recommended because the profile does not seem to affect the results. Ads and spam are high. Recommended as a secondary search tool when you have a particular school in mind; Merit-based | |||
| 1-Mar | Metropolitan State College of Denver Scholarships | This website lists scholarships through Metro State and private foundations that award scholarships through MSCD. Deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Metro State Denver and private foundations through MSCD Phone: 303.556.2400 |
| Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund Scholarship List | This website has a list of general scholarships for students regardless of immigration status. View the detailed PDF file for an 18-page list of scholarship possibilities. The web site also contains links to specific scholarship programs. The PDF document is available in the Post-Grad Center, filed under MALDEF. | varies | MALDEF 634 South Spring Street Los Angeles CA 90014 Phone: 213-629-2512 |
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| 19-Apr | Mikkelson Foundation Student Scholarship | Colorado senior to study math,engineering and/or science; application packet includes essay, high school transcript, 3 references from high school teachers or counselor, and application form(Information and application can be downloaded from web site below.); Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.7; Min SAT: 1800; Min ACT: 28; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $3,000 | Mikkelson Foundation PO Box 768 Monument CO 80132 |
| 14-Jun | Miss Colorado & Miss Colorado Teen Pageants | Different scholarships offered by Lindenwood University, Alverno College, Wartburg College, and New York Film Academy to be applied against tuition at that school; Residency: Colorado resident; Female; Renewable | varies | Future Productions 7907 Stafford Trail Savage MN 55378-4308 Phone: 952-440-4550 Fax: 952-400-5870 Email: info@futureproductions.net |
| 1-Nov | Miss Colorado High School America Pageant | Submit application and photo to be accepted for the State pageant on Nov. 11 in Loveland, CO. Applications in Post Grad or online. Must be in grades 9-12 and a resident of Colorado. Application fee $50. If accepted into the state competition, entry fee is $495. The winner of the Miss Colorado High School Pageant will win a prize package valued at over $5,000 including a trip to the national Miss High School America Pageant , a College Scholarship and much more. The areas of competition are: Interview 40%, Fun Fashion 20%, and Evening Gown 40%. There is no talent or swimwear competition. | $5,000 | Miss Colorado High School America Sheree Channel PO Box 311 Severance Colorado 80546 Phone: 970-674-0024 Email: Misscohsamerica@aol.com |
| 6-Apr | Miss Teen All American Pageant | age 16 - 19; application;competition in eve. gown, swimwear, interview; US resident; unmarried; Female | $5,000 | MTAA, LLC PO Box 15 Dept W New Castle DE 19720 Email: info@teenallamerican.com |
| 2-Apr | Morgan Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Morgan Community College; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5 | varies | 920 Barlow Rd Fort Morgan CO 80701 Phone: 800-622-0216 |
| 1-Jan | NACE Foundation Scholarships | There are 6 different scholarships for students pursuing an education in the fields of corrosion, material science, Cathodic Protection, and engineering. Application online. Note that for the scholarships that are for particular regions, we are the Sandia Mountain Section; Merit-based | $10,000 | NACE Foundation Scholarship Program Heather Lowry 1440 South Creek Drive Houston TX 77084-4906 Phone: 281-228-6205 Fax: 281-288-6305 Email: heather.lowry@nace.org |
| 1-Apr | Naropa University Scholarships | Scholarship and financial aid website for Naropa University. Recommended FAFSA deadline is April 1. For scholarships, deadlines vary, both earlier and later; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Naropa University Financial Aid Office 2130 Arapahoe Avenue Boulder CO 80302 303-546-3554 Phone: 303-546-3509 Fax: 303-546-3536 Email: finaid@naropa.edu |
| 26-Apr | National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Scholarship Awards Program | HS Senior, dependent, grandchild, or great grandchild of current federal employee who is a member of NARFE. Essay; recommendation letters; 3.0 GPA unweighted; ACT/SAT scores, list of community service, awards. application online; student will need the NARFE membership number of parent, grandparent or great grandparent. If student's federal employee parent is not a member, they can join online at www.narfe.org or call number under contacts; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | NARFE Scholarship Awards Program c/o FEEA Suite 300 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd Lakewood CO 80227 Phone: 800-627-3394 Email: natvp@narfe.org |
| 1-Mar | National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice (NABCJ) Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Award | Senior accepted to program of study in Criminal Justice, 1000 word essay on why pursuing career in CJ, based on community service, academics, and financial need. 3.0 min GPA. Application online; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Essay Reqt | $2,000 | National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice NCCU/NABCJ PO Box 19788 Durham NC 27707 |
| 16-Jul | National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) Scholarships | Seniors who plan to major in print or broadcast journalism; academic excellence, financial need; apply online, multiple scholarships with different criteria. Awards range from $1000 to $5000. For some awards, you must be a student member of NAHJ; Need-based; Merit-based | $5,000 | NAHJ Scholarships Scholarship Committee 1050 Connecticut Ave NW, 10th floor Washington DC 20036 Phone: (202) 662-7145 Fax: (202) 662-7144 Email: nahj@nahj.org |
| 1-Mar | National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's (NANBPWC) Club | This is for the "National Scholarship" listed on the site. African American senior, gpa 3.0/4.0 or above, 300 word essay on "Why education is important to me." The application form is online. Filing period is January 1 through March 1; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Black/African American; Essay Reqt | not stated | NANBPWC 1806 New Hampshire Ave. NW Washington DC 20009 Phone: 202-483-4206 Email: info@nanbpwc.org |
| 28-Feb | National Association of Women in Construction Vona J. Wagner Memorial Scholarship | Senior planning to attend a College or TradeScool in Colorado in
a construction related field, male or female. Application in post grad center; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt |
$1,000 | NAWIC Metro Denver Chapter #112 Alice Sanchez Scholarship Committee Chair P.O. Box 40208 Denver CO 80204 Phone: 720-219-0979 Email: asanchez@rmmg.net |
| 1-Apr | National Business Association (NBA) Scholarships | High school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores and juniors whose parents are NBA dues paying members. Students tests scores should range from 18-26 on the ACT or 850-1170 on the SAT. 2.5-3.5 GPA. Apply online; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Renewable | $1,500 | National Business Association Scholarship Program c/o ISTS P.O. Box 23737 Nashville TN 37202-3737 Phone: 1-800-456-0440 Fax: 615-627-9685 Email: info@applyists.com |
| 31-Oct | National Center for Women (NCWIT) Award for Aspirations in Computing | This award honors high school women for their computing-related achievements and interests. This would include participation in computing activities/concepts either in or out of school, participation in extracurricular activities such as robotic club, website development, etc. Awardees are selected for their computing and IT aptitude, leadership ability, academic history and plans for post-secondary education. Award winners receive cash prize plus a laptop computer. Apply online at website. Before applying, you will need to ask a school official (teacher, counselor) to be willing to recommend you; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Female | $500 | National Center for Women & Information Technology University of Colorado Campus Box 322 UCB Boulder CO 80309-0322 Phone: 303.735.6671 Fax: 303.735.6606 Email: info@ncwit.org |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | The web site provides a general description of the NCAA
scholarship program, and provides links to NCAA-member schools. At Division I and Division II schools, about $1 billion in athletic scholarships are awarded each year. These scholarships are awarded and administered directly by each academic institution, not the NCAA. Division III schools offer only academic scholarships. They do not offer athletic scholarships. For information about obtaining an undergraduate athletic scholarship, please contact the athletic department at the school(s) you are interested in attending; Merit-based |
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| 15-Feb | National Co-op Scholarship Program | Scholarships provided by 10 NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities. These include: Clarkson, Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Kettering, RIT, Oswego, Cincinnati, U of Massachusetts lowell, U of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology. Early submission is encouraged. Encourages minority and female students as well as students interested in science, mathematics, engineering and technology to apply. Application online. Essay required; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $6,000 | WACE Danielle Perry 600 Suffolk Street Suite 125 Lowell MA 1854 Phone: 978-934-1870 Email: danielle_perry@uml.edu |
| 22-Mar | National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Colorado Section | Jewish woman, Colo resident, accepted and plan to attend college or technical school, demonstrate financial need, community involvement, 2 letters of rec, one page essay, three scholarships; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnic Reqt: Jewish; Essay Reqt | $2,000 | NCJW Colorado Section Gloria Kern, Chair 2013 Scholarship Program 6018 South Lima Way Englewood CO 80111 Email: gmkern@comcast.net |
| 31-Dec | National Eagle Scout Association Scholarships | Registered scouts who have received the rank of Eagle. Many different scholarships are listed at this site. Recipients must meet the minimum SAT or ACT score and are chosen based on Scouting record, school activities, and financial need; Need-based | $50,000 | Boy Scouts of America National Office; Boy Scouts of America P.O. Box 152079 Irving Texas 75015-2079 |
| 31-Mar | National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Scholarship Program | Must be legally blind in both eyes (see website for definitions). Website lists a broad array of 30 scholarships, one application for consideration for all scholarships. Application online; Disability Reqt: legally blind in both eyes | $12,000 | Patti Chang, Esq., Chairperson NFB Scholarship Committee 200 East Wells Street Baltimore MD 21230 Phone: 410-659-9314 x2415 Fax: 410-685-5653 Email: scholarships@nfb.org |
| 14-Oct | National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA) YoungArts Awards | Senior with talent in dance, film and video, instrumental music, jazz, voice, theater, photography, visual arts, or creative writing. Only avenue to be nominated to the White House Commission as Presidential Scholar in the Arts. Note: $35.00 application fee; Merit-based | $10,000 | National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Vivian Orndorff, dir. of programs 777 Brickell Ave. Suite 370 Miami Florida 33131 audition /portfolio deadline:Nov. 1 800-970-2787 x239 (305) 377-1140 Phone: 1-800-970-ARTS(2787) Fax: Fax: (305) 377-1149 |
| 28-Jan | National Honor Society Scholarship | 2 nominations from Fairview; senior; must be active member of NHS. See NHS Advisor for information and nomination; Merit-based | $1,000 | National Assoc of Secondary School Principals 1904 Association Drive Reston VA 20191 Phone: (703)860-0200 Fax: (703)476-5432 |
| 1-Mar | National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarships Program | Awards are for those committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science health-related research AND who have exceptional financial need (e.g less than $46,100 for family of four). With this scholarship, you go to school full time and you participate in research training at NIH for 10 weeks each summer and 1 year of employment for each year of scholarship at NIH; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; US Citizen national; Renewable | $20,000 | National Institutes of Health Phone: 888-352-3001 Email: ugsp@nih.gov |
| 2-Mar | National Italian American Foundation Scholarship | Student of Italian American descent OR plans to study Italian language, Italian studies, Italian American studies or related field in college. Application online; teacher evaluation; transcript; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; Renewable | $12,000 | National Italian American Fouondation 1860 19th St, NW Washington DC 20009 Phone: (202) 387-0600 Fax: (202) 387-0800 Email: adall@niaf.org |
| 1-May | National Junior Classical League Scholarship | Several scholarships listed. Application forms online. NJCL member. Important: JCL service, academic record, recommendations from adults. Special consideration will be given to those who intend to teach Latin, Greek, or Classical Humanities; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | National Junior Classical League Attn: Scholarships Miami University 422 Wells Mill Drive Oxford Ohio 45056 |
| 26-Sep | National Merit Scholarship Program | To participate in the National Merit® Scholarship Program, a
student must: 1. take the PSAT/NMSQT® in the specified year of the high school program and no later than the third year in grades 9 through 12, regardless of grade classification or educational pattern; 2. be enrolled full time as a high school student, progressing normally toward graduation or completion of high school, and planning to enroll full time in college no later than the fall following completion of high school; and 3. be a citizen of the United States; or be a permanent U.S. resident (or have applied for permanent residency, the application for which has not been denied) and intend to become a U.S. citizen at the earliest opportunity allowed by law; Merit-based; Min PSAT: 213; Academic Reqt: Top 1/2 of 1% of students based upon PSAT; US Citizen; Residency: US; Essay Reqt |
National Merit Scholarship Corporation 1560 Sherman Ave Suite 200 Evanston IL 60201-4897 Phone: (847) 866-5100 Fax: (847) 866-5113 |
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| 1-Jan | National Precast Concrete Scholarship | Senior; study field related to building, construction, or precast concrete industry, Engineering or architecture; letter of sponsorship from NPCA member; transcript; essay; recommendation. To find a Sponsoring NPCA member, go to www.precast.org/membersearch. Application on website; Merit-based; Essay Reqt; Renewable | 2,200 for 4 years | National Precast Concrete Association Educational
Foundation NPCAEF 1320 City Center Drive Suite 200 Carmel Indiana 46032 Marty Harrell www.nwtf.org/colorado/ Phone: 800-366-7731 Fax: 317 571 0041 Email: MHarrell@precast.org |
| 1-Mar | National Presbyterian College Scholarship | Active member of the Presbyterian Church, preparing to enter college or university related to the Presbyterian church. See list of colleges at website.Based on personal qualities of character and leadership, contributions to church, school, and community. Need recommendation from church, essay, and resume. Application online; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.5; US Citizen; Religion Reqt: member of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.); Essay Reqt | up to $1,500 | Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Frances Cook 100 Witherspoon Street Louisville Kentucky 40202 Phone: 888.728.7228 ex.5776 |
| 17-Aug | National Restaurant Assoc Educational Foundation (NRAEF) | Must enroll in a food service related program. Essay is required describing work experience and career goals. Application is available online; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | National Restaurant Assoc Educational Foundation Attn: Scholarship Program 175 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1500 Chicago Il. 60604-2702 Phone: 800-765-2122, X 6738 Email: scholars@nraef.org |
| 1-Dec | National Rifle Association (NRA) Civil Rights Defense Fund Essay Contest | The NRA Civil Defense Fund sponsors a youth essay contest celebrating the Second Amendment as an integral part of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Additional information online; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund Ashleigh McFadden 11250 Waples Mill Road Fairfax VA 22030 Phone: (703) 267-1250 Email: nracrdf@nrahq.org |
| 1-Jun | National Sculpture Society Scholarship | Offered for students of figurative, or representational sculpture. Although the scholarship does not exclude high school seniors from applying, it is suggested that students take at least one college level art class before applying. Submit: Application, a biography explaining the student's background in sculpture, 2 letters of recommendation, a CD with 10 to 18 images of at least six different sculptures by the applicant, and proof of financial need (this can be in the form of photocopies of other scholarship/grant applications, photocopies of tax forms from previous years, and/or a signed letter from the financial aid office of the applicant's school.) Application and more detailed information on website; Need-based; Merit-based | $2,000 | National Sculpture Society c/o ANS 75 Varick Street, Floor 11 New York NY 10013 Phone: 212-764-5645 Fax: 212-764-5651 |
| 15-Nov | National Security Agency (NSA) Stokes Educational Scholarship Program | Must work for NSA for 5-6 years upon graduation; Year round salary while attending college; work summers at NSA, full four year tuition, books and some fees. Must major in computer science, electrical engineering or security related careers. Must complete security clearance; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Min SAT: 1600; Min ACT: 25; Academic Reqt: demonstrate leadership abilities; US Citizen; Ethnic Reqt: minority preferred, not required; Renewable | $100,000 | National Security Agency STOKES 9800 Savage Rd, Suite 6779 Ft. George G. Meade MD 20755-6779 Phone: 1-866-NSA-HIRE |
| 1-Mar | National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) Blitman Diversity Scholarship | The college or university you attend is your choice. However the engineering program you pursue at any school must be accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology in order for you to be eligible for an NSPE scholarship.Required. Applicants must be United States citizens. Letters of recommendation; Merit-based; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native,Black/African American,Hispanic/Latino | $5,000 | National Society of Professional Engineers 1420 King Street Alexandria Phone: 703-684-2800 |
| 1-Apr | National Tour Association (NTA) Scholarship Fund | For students pursuing travel and tourism or hospitality at the undergraduate or graduate level and an accredited college or university in the United States or Canada. US citizen. Letters of recommendation from teacher & industry professional. Essay. Transcript. Apply online; Min GPA: 2.5 | $5,000 | Administered by Tourism Cares Danielle Belanger 275 Turnpike St., Suite 307 Canton MA 2021 scholarships@tourismcares.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Phone: 781-821-5990 x215 Fax: 781-821-8949 Email: danielleb@tourismcares.org |
| 1-Jan | National Wild Turkey Federation | Apply to local chapter, winners go on to State and Natinal levels. Seniors with 3.0 or higher GPA; pursuing degree in natural resources, wildlife management or agriculture in a 4 yr. college; support and participate in hunting sports; active in conservation programs; leadership; essay, autobiography, and 3 letters of recommendation required.copy of Colorado Conservation Certificate; NWTF member; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.75; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | Colorado Academic Scholarships Program Mike Lewellen 3448 Estates Circle Larkspur Colorado 80118 Application available in Post Grad Center 800-THE-NWTF scholarshipinfo@nwtf.net Phone: (303) 419-4581 Email: kcfanz4@yahoo.com |
| 30-May | Navy Wives Club of America Scholarships | Sons or daughters of enlisted members of the navy, marine corps, and coast guard on active duty, retired with pay, or deceased. 2.5 min GPA, essay. Application online; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Essay Reqt; Renewable | Navy Wives Club of America Geri Bergh Scholarship Foundation Director 4834 Marsh Hammock Drive West Jacksonville FL 32224 |
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| 8-Nov | Nestle Very Best in Youth | Biennial award. Program identifies teens ages 14 to 18 who are leaders and are making an impact in other people's lives. Students with a strong academic record and who are involved in their community are encouraged to apply. Winners receive prices, including an all-expense paid trip to Los Angeles for the awards ceremony and $1,000 to donate to the charity of their choice; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | Expense paid trip to LA, $1,000 to choice charity | Nestle USA S. Cristina Bastida 800 N. Brand Blvd. Glendale CA 91203 Phone: (818) 549-6000 |
| 1-Mar | Never Forgotten Fund Scholarship | Resident of Denver Metro area (including Boulder). In honor of Columbine students, 12 scholarships awarded every year. APPLICATION IN POST GRAD CENTER. ASK FACULTY OR COUNSELOR FOR LETTER OF NOMINATION. One nominator letter plus 2 page essay from applicant about what inspires you to make your school and community a better place. Although this scholarship is listed on the Denver Foundation website but there is no application information there at this time; Min GPA: 3.0 | $5,000 | The Never Forgotten Fund Jack Czarniecki 55 Madison St., 8th floor Denver CO 80206 Main Line: 303-300-1790 Phone: 303-996-7328 Fax: 303-996-7329 Email: jczarniecki@denverfoundation.org |
| 15-Dec | NFIB Young Entrepreneur Foundation | High school seniors; based on demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit or initiative; essay. Nomination from NFIB member occurs after submitting application if student progresses in competition. See website to create an account to apply; Merit-based; Renewable | $10,000 | National Federation of Independent Business Phone: 1-800-634-2669 Email: info@applyists.com |
| 1-Mar | Northeastern Junior College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Northeastern Junior College. One scholarship application encompasses many scholarship opportunitites at the college; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Northeastern Junior College 100 College Avenue Sterling Colorado 80751 Phone: 970-521-6800 |
| 15-Nov | NRA - Jeanne E. Bray Law Enforcement Dependents Scholarship | Parent must be active or retired law enforcement officer and member of the NRA, or any law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty who was a member at time of death; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Min SAT: 750; Min ACT: 20; US Citizen; Renewable | $2,000 | National Rifle Association Sandy Elkin 11250 Waples Mill Road Fairfax VA 22030 Phone: 703-267-1131 Email: selkin@nrahq.org |
| 1-Feb | Optimist International Essay Contest | High school student younger than 19. Essay topic changes each year. Essays are submitted through local optimist clubs. Email programs@optimist.org for application and information as to which local clubs will be sponsoring the contest. Go http://www.optimist.org/CityDirectory.cfm to contact individual local clubs. Website listed describes the national contest criteria; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Optimist International 4494 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis MO 63108 (800) 500-8130 Phone: (314) 371-6000 Fax: (314) 371-6006 Email: programs@optimist.org |
| 28-Feb | Optimist International Oratorical (Speech) Contest | High school student younger than 19. Speech topic changes each year. Speeches are submitted through local optimist clubs. Entries from students living on US military installations will be sent to a Club in the city the student last resided in. If no Club is available, the District Chair will hold an at-large contest for these students. /students residing in non-District areas where there are no Optimist Clubs are not eligible for competition; Merit-based | $2,500 | Optimist Club of Boulder 3577 Ivy Circle Boulder CO 80304 David Morgan, East Boulder Optimist Club; mailto:dave80503@aol.com Phone: (303) 442-0661 |
| 11-Jan | Organization of Chinese Americans UPS Scholarship | 3 types of scholarships are listed with a total of about 38 scholarships awarded. Requirements vary including first to attend college in their family and financially disadvantaged. 1 page essay; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnicity: Asian,Filipino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian | $2,000 | OCA Scholarships 1322 18th St. NW Washington DC 20036 Phone: 202-223-5500 Fax: 202-296-0540 Email: oca@ocanational.org |
| 31-Mar | Orphan Foundation of America Scholarships | Foundation offers a variety of scholarships and support programs to students who meet one of the following criteria: were orphaned before they turned 18; have been in foster care for one consecutive year at the time they turn 18; have been adopted or taken into legal guardianship after their 16th birthday. While students do not have to be U.S. citizens, they must have been in foster care or orphaned while living in the U.S. Will consider both merit and need for the scholarship; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Orphan Foundation of America Mary Imler, Scholarship Program Manager 21351 Gentry Drive Suite 130 Sterling VA 20166 Phone: (571) 203-0270 Fax: (571) 203-0273 Email: scholarships@fc2success.org |
| Otero Junior College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Otero Junior College. Several scholarships are offered, with varying deadlines. FAFSA deadline is March 15. Some college scholarships have earlier deadlines; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | ||
| 31-Jan | P.E.O. Scholarship for Colorado Residents | For WOMEN. For any advanced learning: community college, vocational school, college. Preference given for non-traditional/vocational areas of study. Must be colorado resident, not restricted to attendance at a college in colorado. Application in postgrad to photocopy. | $1,000 | P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) GB Chapter Ann Shepard, Chair, CSSF 6052 E. Mineral Dr Centennial CO 80112 Mail application to the above address. Liz Smith lizsmith@stanfordalumni.org Email: greengald@hotmail.com |
| 30-Oct | P.E.O. Star Scholarship | For WOMEN. Must be recommended by a local PEO chapter, so applicant needs to contact the local chapter BEFORE Oct. 30. Application to be made to Liz Smith, our chapter liaison. Application in postgrad or online. Interview and essay required. Note that this deadline is earlier than the Nov. 30 deadline listed on the website; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) GB Chapter Liz Smith PEO Chapter GB Liason Phone: 303-530-3356 Email: lizsmith@stanfordalumni.org |
| 1-Apr | PDK (Phi Delta Kappa) Prospective Educator Scholarship Program | High school senior interested in going into education with a connection to PDK such as a member of PDK, daughter or grandchild of a Kappa, have a reference letter written by a Kappa in good standing, or is selected to represent a PDK chapter or is an undergraduate student in PDK. OR member of an FEA club at high school. Top 1/3 of the class, 2 letters of reference. Chosen based on academic standing, essay, letters of recommendation, school activities, and community activities; Merit-based | $1,000 | Phi Delta Kappa International 408 N. Union St., P.O. Box 7888 Bloomington IN 47405-7888 Phone: 800-766-1156 Fax: 812-339-0018 Email: scholarships@pdkintl.org |
| 31-Mar | PFLAG scholarships | Graduating senior entering higher education for the first time. Self identify as a gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) or an ally. Demonstrate an interest in service to the LGBT community. Three $5,000 : Three $2,500 and ten $1,000 scholarships from the national. Local scholarships available through universities. Essay; transcript; letter of reference. Boulder County scholarship opportunity: Hodges Scholarship for Social Activism ($500; Apr. 15 deadline) | $5,000 | Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays Mekina Lucas Safe Schools Coordinator 1828 L St. NW, Suite 660 Washington DC 20036 Boulder County: klkinard@gmail.com 303-444-8164 Phone: (202) 467-8180 ext. 212 Fax: 202-467-8194 Email: info@pflag.org |
| 21-May | Pikes Peak Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Pikes Peak Community College. Several scholarships are available; deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| 31-Mar | Pinnacol Foundation Scholarship Program | Must be dependent of worker killed or permanently disabled in a work-related accident with a Colorado-based employer and entitled to receive benefits under the Colorado Workers' Compensation Act. Goal is to provide scholarship money to every qualified student who applies. Application online. Pinnacol would prefer to receive applications as a pdf via email. Otherwise mail to contact address; Need-based; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Pinnacol Foundation Elizabeth Starkey 7501 E. Lowry Blvd Denver CO 80230-7006 Phone: 303-361-4775 Fax: 303-361-5775 Email: elizabeth.starkey@pinnacol.com |
| 15-Mar | Poetry Out Loud | Deadline for state competition is March 19. Student must participate in a classroom or school-wide contest prior to state competition. Interested students should contact their English teacher about organizing a contest. To obtain information on the National Contest, go to www.poetryoutloud.org | $200 | National Endowment for the Arts & Poetry Foundation Sheila Sears Phone: 303-892-3852 Fax: 303-892-3848 Email: kelleen@zubick.us |
| 21-Jan | Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Scholarship | Available for high school seniors and college undergraduates who are dependents of parents who currently receive electric service from Poudre Valley REA. (This area is north of Hwy 52 and west of the Diagonal more or less. See map at website). Application online or in post grad center file; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Min SAT: 950; Min ACT: 22; Essay Reqt | $2,000 | Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association Mark Daily P.O. Box 272550 7649 REA Parkway Ft. Collins CO 80527-2550 Phone: 970-282-6463 Fax: 970-226-2123 Email: mdaily@pvrea.com |
| 31-Jan | Princeton Prize in Race Relations | The candidate, a student in grades 9-12, must have been actively involved in a volunteer activity in the last 12 months that has had a significant, positive impact on race relations in his or her school or community. Prize winners will be invited to attend the Princeton Prize Symposium on Race, held in the spring of 2012; Merit-based | $1,000 | Alumni Association of Princeton University Carlos King PO Box 291 Princeton NJ 08542-0291 Carlos King, carlosking@comcast.net Phone: 800-742-1036 Email: PPrize@princeton.edu |
| 30-Nov | Princeton University Leonard Milberg '53 Secondary School Poetry Prize | For 11th grade students. Submit up to three poems with name, address, email address, telephone number and high school on each poem and mail to the contact address; Merit-based | $500 | Princeton University Program in Creative Writing Lewis Center for the Arts 6 New South Princeton NJ 8544 |
| 31-Mar | Princeton University Ten-minute Play Contest | best ten minute play by a high school junior; Merit-based | $500 | Princeton University Program in Theater Lewis Center for the Arts 185 Nassau Street Princeton NJ 8542 |
| 1-Mar | Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) | Annual competition for 300 scholarships to be awarded for preparation for careers in the graphic communications industry at a 2- or 4-year program leading to an associate or bachelor's degree recognized by the graphic communications industry. Application and recommendation forms online. SAT or ACT; transcript; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Renewable | $2,000 average | Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation Scholarhsip Competition 200 Deer Run Road Attn: Bernie Eckert Sewickley PA 15143-2600 800-910-4283 Phone: 412.741.6860 Email: pqsf@piaqatf.org |
| 25-Feb | Professional Engineers of Colorado High School Bridge Building Contest | Open to all high school students across Colorado. Design and build a model bridge and enter it into local, regional, national and international competition. For information about mentoring, contact Roberta at email or phone above. Applications and specification information available online. Deadline is competition date; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $40,000 | Professional Engineers of Colorado Noelle R. Cochran 3030 W. 81st Ave Westminster CO 80031 Phone: 303-796-4611 Fax: 303-458-0002 Email: noelle_cochran@urscorp.com |
| 5-Jan | Profile in Courage Essay Contest | The complete url for the essay contest is:
http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education+and+Public+Programs/Profile+in+Courage+Award/Essay+Contest+for+High+School+Students/ If you go to the website indicated, click
"search" and then type in "profile in courage essay
contest" Write essay of less than 1,000 words The Profile in Courage Essay Contest invites United States high school students to consider the concept of political courage by writing an essay on a U.S. elected official who has chosen to do what is right, rather than what is expedient. A “Profile in Courage” essay is a carefully researched recounting of a story: the story of how an elected official risked his or her career to take a stand based on the dictates of conscience, rather than the dictates of polls, interest groups or even constituents; Essay Reqt |
$10,000 cash / 529 plan | John F. Kennedy Library Foundation |
| 1-Feb | Project PAVE Transformations Scholarship | Any high school senior who has experienced and overcome some
form of relationship violence (emotional, physical, or sexual).Must
demonstrate the character necessary to serve as a positive role model and
inspiration to others.10 scholarships awarded, ranging from $2,000 to
$4,000. May cover expenses of
post-high school education including but not restricted to traditional
universities. 3-4 page essay required, 2 letters of recommendation; Essay Reqt |
$4,000 | Project PAVE Eryn Hoerig 2051 York Street Denver CO 80205 Phone: 303-322-2382 Fax: 303-322-2382 Email: ehoerig@projectpave.org |
| 21-Nov | Prom Guide Magazine Business Minded or Beauty Scholarships | Qualifying applicants must be a member of the high school graduating class of 2014, post an original, unpublished, article of 250 - 350 words to Facebook.com/PromGuide, and attend a high school in America to be eligible. | $1,000 | Prom Guide Magazine Garfield Bowen Phone: 800-775-5701 Email: Garfield@PromGuide.com |
| 15-Feb | Prom Guide Magazine Presidential Award | Only 12th grade class presidents attending a U.S. high school are eligible | $1,000 | Prom Guide Magazine Garfield Bowen Phone: 800-775-5701 Email: Garfield@PromGuide.com |
| 6-Nov | Prudential Spirit of Community Award | Grades 9 - 12 An award for a student who has made a difference by volunteering in the community. Application certified by school. Nominate 1 for every 1,000 students; Describe service activity / leadership activity. Applications avaliable in September; Service Reqt | 1,000 + trip DC | Prudential Spirit of Community Awards JoAnn Bartoletti - NASSP 1904 Association Drive Reston Virginia 20191-1537 application form:877-525-8491 questions:800-253-7746 program detail:www.nassp.org/spirit Phone: 703-860-0200 Fax: 703-476-5432 Email: spirit@nassp.org |
| Pueblo Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Pueblo Community College. All campuses have the same Scholarships web page. Recommended FAFSA deadline is March 15. Deadlines for individual scholarships can vary; Need-based; Merit-based | |||
| 27-Mar | QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship Program for Juniors | QuestBridge's College Prep Scholarship provides opportunities
designed to help outstanding low-income high school juniors prepare to apply
to top colleges. More than 2,000 students will be selected as College Prep
Scholars and will receive one or more awards that will make them stronger
applicants to selective colleges. If you are a high school junior with a
strong academic record and an annual family income of less than $60,000, we
encourage you to apply. Many past award recipients have also been part of the
first generation in their family to attend college. Awards include scholarships to college summer programs, awards for college admissions counseling, awards for expense paid trips to college admissions conferences at Stanford and Yale, and awards to cover expenses to visit leading colleges. Incomes can be higher if extenuating circumstances create financial hardship. Teacher recommendation required; Need-based; Merit-based |
varies | QuestBridge Michael McCullough, M.D. 115 Everett Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301 Phone: 888-275-2054 Email: questions@questbridge.org |
| 28-Sep | QuestBridge National College Match Program | The college match program offers full 4-year scholarships covering tuition, room & board for high achieving low-income students up to $60,000 per year or for families with other circumstances creating financial hardship. This program is both an admission and financial aid service, matching applicants with elite universities and providing funding. See website for list of participating universities, includes Amherst, Pomona, Stanford, MIT, Princeton, Yale and many others. Matching service is free of charge. Criteria: US citizen, GPA, Class rank, rigor of curriculum, standardized tests, essays, recommendations; Need-based; Merit-based; Renewable | $50,000 | QuestBridge Michael McCullough, M.D. 115 Everett Ave Palo Alto CA 94301 (888) 275-2054 (Toll-free) Phone: (650) 331-3280 Email: questions @questbridge.org |
| 1-Apr | Quota of Metro Denver Elsie Yarter Memorial Scholarship | Students who are deaf or hearing impaired who are pursuing a degree in deaf education or audiology. Application in PostGrad Center. Transcripts, letters of recommendation; Disability Reqt: Must be deaf or hearing impaired; Renewable | $1,000 | Quota of Metro Denver Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 473831 Aurora Colorado 80047 Phone: 720-201-9166 Email: Quimdenver@aol.com |
| 1-Apr | Quota of Metro Denver Mary Scofield Scholarship for Single Mothers | single mothers attending college or vocational school or certificate to advance education. transcripts, letters of recommendation. Household income less than $30,000 annually. Application in PostGrad Center and online; Need-based; Female; Renewable | $1,000 | Quota of Metro Denver Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 473831 Aurora CO 80047 Phone: 720-201-9166 Email: Qimdenver@aol.com |
| 1-Mar | Red Rocks Community College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Red Rocks Community College. Both campuses have the same Scholarships web page; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | 13300 West Sixth Avenue Lakewood CO 80228 303.914.6256 (scholarships) Phone: 303.914.6256 |
| 1-Mar | Regis University scholarships | Scholarship website for Regis University. Deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | Regis University and private foundations through Regis 3333 Regis Boulevard Denver Colorado 80221-1099 Phone: 1.800.388.2366 |
| 1-Nov | Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design scholarships | There are several scholarships available - academic scholarship, artistic scholarship, first-generation scholarship, and legacy scholarship. Amount and requirements vary. Check website for more information; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | RMCAD Admissions Office Attn: Scholarship Review Committee 1600 Pierce St Denver CO 80214 Phone: 303-753-6046 Fax: 303.759.4970 |
| 1-Apr | Rocky Mountain Relocation Council Scholarship | Eligible applicants must have relocated at least 50 miles between grades 9-12, and a min GPA od 3.0. Qualified applications will be evaluated by the RMRC Scholarship Selection Committee based on academic performance, standard test scores, extra-curricular activities; to include community service, and an essay addressing the impact of relocating to a new area and new high school and the way the applicant handled the many challenges, as well as opportunities associated with this relocation; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $1,000 | Rocky Mountain Relocation Council Doug Emmerich 2541 Ramsgate Court Highlands Ranch CO 80126 Phone: 303-478-3067 Email: doug@coloradorelocationpros.com |
| 1-May | Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association (RMWEA) Bill Martin Memorial Scholarship | High school students enrolling in a 2 or 4 year college or university for study related to the water environment profession. Application online. Essay, 2 letters of recommendation, resume, transcript, extracurricular activities. For application form: http://eval.ppcc.edu/app/Scholarships/Rocky%20Mountain%20Water%20Environment%20Association%20Bill%20Martin%20Memorial%20Schol%20App%202012-13.pdf; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Rocky Mountain Water Environment Association Ray Kemp City of Fort Collins Water Reclamation 3036 Environmental Drive Fort Collins Colorado 80525 Phone: 970-221-6900 Fax: 970-221-6970 Email: rkemp@fcgove.com |
| 1-Nov | Ron Brown Scholar Program | For academically talented African-American students who show exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. Nov 1 deadline makes student eligible for other scholarships. For Ron Brown scholar only, deadline is January 9. application online. H.S. Seniors only; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $10,000 | Ron Brown Scholar Program 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206 Charlottesville VA 22901 Phone: 434-964-1588 Fax: 434-964-1589 Email: info@ronbrown.org |
| 20-Dec | Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Scholarship Program | 4 Different Scholarships: 1) RMHC Scholars (no restrictions) 2) RMHC for children of at least one parent of African American origin, 3) RMHC for children of at least one parent of Asian-Pacific origin, and 4) RMHC for children of at least one parent of Hispanic origin. Based on academic achievement; financial need; community involvement; personal qualities and strengths as portrayed in a required essay; Need-based; Merit-based; legal US resident; Ethnicity: Asian,Black/African American,Hispanic/Latino,Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian,White; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $100,000 | Ronald McDonald House Scholarship Program Administrators PO Box 22376 Nashville TN 37202 apply at https://aim.applyists.net/RMHC Phone: 866-851-3994 |
| 1-Oct | Rose Youth Foundation Jewish Leadership Program | Membership open to Jewish high school students grades 10-12. Rose Youth Foundation is a youth-led program. Each year, members decide how they want to improve their Jewish community. Members identify issues in the community, determine funding priorities and meet with organization leaders in order to decide how to create positive change by making grants. Rose Youth Foundation will make grants totaling $60,000. The program runs for 7 months, beginning in November. | No monitary award | Rose Community Foundation Sarah Indyk 600 South Cherry Street, Suite 1200 Denver CO 80246 Phone: 303-398-7416 Fax: 303.398.7430 Email: sindyk@rcfdenver.org |
| 1-Dec | ROTC Air Force Scholarships | full scholarship can pay for all tuition and $900 of books per year - plus a monthly stipend. There are also three year scholarships that offer 18,000 per year starting in the Sophomore year; Merit-based; Class Rank: 0.4; Min GPA: 3.0; Min SAT: 1100; Min ACT: 24; Renewable | $18,000 | U.S. Air Force Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Section 551 E. Maxwell Blvd. Maxwell AFB AL 36112-6106 Phone: 866-423-7682 |
| 10-Jan | ROTC Army Scholarship | Class Rank: Top 25%; Min GPA: 2.5; Min SAT: 920; Min ACT: 19; US Citizen; Military Reqt: Serve in Army for 8 years; Renewable | Full tuition and books | 1LT Tammi Croteau Local Enrollment Office: 303-492-3549; 303-817-8360 www.colorado.edu/ROTC Phone: (210) 295-2005 Email: tammi.croteau@colorado .edu |
| 31-Dec | ROTC Navy/Marine Scholarship | See website for various programs; US citizen, SAT score 520 Math and 530 CR or ACT 21 Math, 22 English or top 10% of class; teacher evaluations, military obligation; apply online; Merit-based; Min SAT: 1050; Min ACT: 22; Essay Reqt; Renewable | Full tuition and books | Captain Joseph Kistler Recruiting Station Denver 225 E 16th Ave Suite 500 Denver CO 80203 303-929-1275 Phone: 303-832-2502 Email: joseph.kistler@marine.usmc.mil |
| 15-Mar | Sachs Foundation Scholarships for African- American Colorado Residents | must be african american and resident of Colo. for 5 years, 3 letters of recommendation; high school transcript; parents' tax return; Need-based; Min GPA: 3.6; Residency: 5 year minimum Colorado resident; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Renewable | $5,000 | Sachs Foundation 90 S. Cascade Av., Suite 1410 Colorado Springs CO 80903 Phone: 1-719-633-2353 |
| 15-Jan | SAE Engineering Scholarship Program | Many scholarships for future engineers listed at this site, both undesignated and school specific. Plan to earn a degree in engineering or related science which include math, chemistry, physics, biology, computer science. See: students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/unvsponsored for a list of school-specific scholarships and application; Merit-based; US Citizen; Renewable | up to full tuition | SAE International Marge Milligan SAE Engineering Scholarships 400 Commonwealth Drive Warrendale PA 15096-0001 Phone: 724-776-4970 Email: scholarships@sae.org |
| Sallie Mae Scholarship Search | This organization now uses the Sallie Mae free scholarship service, which is where the link takes you. Results are scanty but results yielded some scholarships that weren't usually displayed using other search engines. | College Aid Sources for Higher Education | ||
| 9-Mar | Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) | Senior scholar athlete with leadership and community service and milk experience. Application form online, involves short essay about how milk is a part of your life. See website for official rules; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.2; Essay Reqt | $7,500 | Milk Processor Education Program and USA Today Kelly Magnus 875 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2400 Chicago IL 60611 Phone: 312 988-2215 Fax: 312 988-2363 Email: kmagnus@webershandwick.com |
| 30-Apr | Scholarship Opportunity for the World Affairs Seminar | Boulder area Sophmores, Juniors and Seniors. Short essay Airfare, transportation, tuition, room and
board for week long event. Find local chaptersof service clubs for
sponsorship. Rotary International Lions Clubs International Kiwanis International Optimist International Sample letters available on website; Essay Reqt |
see below | Boulder Valley Rotary Club Ron Singh 1700 Pearl Street Boulder CO 80301 Phone: 720-253-3018 Email: rsingh@vectrabank.com |
| 1-Mar | See The Future Fund Scholarships for the Blind and Visually Impaired | This award is for visually impaired and blind students who are Colorado residents. See the website for the vision loss criteria. Applicants for the See the Future Scholarship will also be considered for a Kane - See the Future "Full-Ride Tuition" Scholarship if attending CU (Boulder, Denver, or Colorado Springs), have an unweighted GPA of 3.40 or higher, achieve an A or B in at least one AP or IB course, and have an ACT composite of 25 or above; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.4; Renewable | $12,000 | See the Future Fund PO Box 63022 Colorado Springs CO 80962 Fax: 719-471-3210 Email: slabarre@labarrelaw.com |
| 28-Feb | Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship and Shell Oil Minority Scholarship | For students who plan to enroll full-time in geology, geophysics, physics, or engineering at one of many universities specified by Shell. After the first year, the scholarship may be renewed for $5,000 per year. The scholarship application is available in the post grad center OR at the following url: http://www-static.shell.com/static/usa/downloads/careers/careers_c_tech_form.pdf. Include with your application: 2 letters of recommendation. 1. from counselor 2. from an employer or a personal contact (not a friend, classmate, or family member)that has knowledge of your activities outside the classroom. Include resume, transcript as attachments to online application. Selected candidates will be scheduled for interviews in person or via telephone; Merit-based; Renewable | $2,500 | ETS Scholarship Programs for Shell Oil M-D November, Program Coordinator PO Box 6731 Princeton NJ 8541 Phone: (609)771-7878 Email: mnovember@ets.org |
| 1-Oct | Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology | Science, Math, Technology competition. Submit research project; can be submitted as a team or individual; see your science teacher and the website for more information; Merit-based | $100,000 | Siemens Foundation 170 Wood Ave South Iselin NJ 8830 Phone: 877-822-5233 Email: foundation.us@siemens.com |
| 1-Apr | Siemens Merit Scholarship for Children of Employees | For Children of employees. Must take PSAT. Should apply for scholarship program in junior year; Merit-based; Renewable | $1,000 | Siemens Foundation Kiesha Boykins 170 Wood Ave South Iselin NJ 8830 Phone: 732-321-3150 Email: Kiesha.Boykins@siemens.com |
| 1-Dec | Sierra Nevada College High School Writing Contest | This writing competition is open to all U.S. high school juniors
and seniors. No entry fee required. There are three categories: poetry,
fiction and creative non-fiction (essay, memoir, or other). Students may
enter all three categories, but must follow contest rules for each
genre. The contest will be judged by Sierra Nevada College English professors. First place winners in each category will be awarded $500.00 and all entrants will be considered for publication in The Sierra Nevada Review. Winner’s names will be posted on the SNC website in January 2012 and they will also be notified by mail. Must fill out the application electronically; Essay Reqt |
$500 | Sierra Nevada College June Saraceno SNC Writing Contest 999 Tahoe Blvd. Incline Village NV 89451 Email: jsaraceno@sierranevada.edu |
| 1-Apr | Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship | Male students who excel in scholarship, leadership, athletics and community service. Offered at 260 universities across the US that have Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Chapters. Applicant is under no obligation to join this organization to be eligible. See website for a list of the colleges and universities at which this scholarship is offered. For example, CU Boulder and Colorado State are on the list. For the CU Boulder application see www.sigepbuffs.com. University of Michigan is on the list. See uofmsigep.com. Otherwise see above website for application. Deadlines for different schools may vary. For example, Univ of Michigan is May 13; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Male | $1,000 | Balanced Man Scholarship Selection Committee Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity 310 South Boulevard Richmond VA 23220 Phone: 804.353.1901 |
| 13-Apr | Signet Classics Student Scholarship Essay Contest | Junior or senior students between ages of 16 - 18; each English teacher may submit one junior and one senior essay; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Penguin Group (USA) Signet Classics Essay Student Scholarship Contest 375 Hudson St New York NY 10014 |
| SIT Study Abroad Scholarships | SIT Study Abroad awarded $750,000 in scholarships in 2008. About one-third of scholarship applicants receive financial assistance. Only SIT Study Abroad participants can be considered for SIT Study Abroad scholarships. Awards generally range from $500 to $5,000 for semester programs, and $300 to $3,000 for summer programs. Financial need is a primary consideration for all of our scholarship decisions. Various countries, programs and semesters are offered; Need-based | $5,000 | ||
| 4-Mar | Society of Mutual Benefit of St. Michael the Archangel Scholarship | For high school graduates. Applications must submit high school transcript, list of extra-curricular activities, one page essay on a chosen topic. Finalists will be contacted for personal interviews; Merit-based | $1,750 | St. Michael's Society Mike Paulino P.O. Box 21126 Denver CO 80221-0126 Frank Yantorno 303-288-1209 Phone: 303-888-2108 |
| 15-May | Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Scholarships | Female high school seniors who intend to enroll in engineering or computer science at an ABET accredited college or university; 3.5+ GPA. Several Scholarships Available; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.5; US Citizen; Female | $10,000 | Society of Women Engineers Scholarship Selection Committee 203 N La Salle St, Suite 1675 Chicago IL 60601 Phone: (877) 793-4636 Email: scholarshipapplication@swe.org |
| 1-Feb | Society Of Women Engineers Scholarships-Rocky Mountain Section (SWE-RMS) | 3 different scholarships. Female Colorado and Wyoming high school seniors who intend to enroll in engineering or computer science, at an ABET accredited college or university in the fall. Essay and 2 letters of Ref. required. High academic ability, interest in math and science, school and community activities, a problem solver, communicator, potential leader, and an example to other students; Min GPA: 3.5; Female | $10,000 | Society Of Women Engineers Rocky Mountain Andrea Chavez, Freshman Scholarship Chair SWE Rocky Mountain Section 1600 Commerce Street Boulder CO 80301 (Application available in Post Grad Center.) or on-line Email: amc.go.purdue@gmail.com |
| 30-Apr | Sons of Italy Colorado Scholarships | Applicant must be related to a member of the Denver Lodge #2075 or become a member. Each year, five $1000 scholarships are awarded. Must be able to identify Italian lineage. Application in Post Grad file. Send application, transcript, letters of recommendation and a resume with extracurricular activities, work experience, academic achievements or exemplifying leadership, plus a one page reflection on how you identify with or celebrate Italian heritage. Application online (Denver lodge) or in PostGrad Center; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnic Reqt: Italian descent; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Order of Sons of Italy in America Denver Lodge #2075 Adelaide Napier Scholarship Selection Chair 5802 Pomona Drive Arvada CO 80003 Phone: 303-669-2972 Email: Akaleka@aol.com |
| 30-Apr | Sons of Italy Grand Lodge of Colorado Scholarships | US Citizen of Italian descent, transcript, two letters of recommendation, resume, essay reflecting on how you identify with or celebrate your Italian heritage. Application available online or in PostGrad Center; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnic Reqt: Italian descent | $2,000 | Order of Sons of Italy in America Adelaide Torretta Napier, Scholarship Selection Chair 5802 Pomona Drive Arvada CO 80003 |
| 28-Feb | Sons of Italy National Scholarships | 10 to 13 scholarships; $5,000-$25,000; Students of
Italian-American Heritage; essay required; $30 application fee which makes
you a member of the Sons of Italy; 2 letters of rec; 500-750 word essay; Two
different scholarships: one general, and one for leadership, scholarship, and
respect for liberty, freedom and equality. Applications online. There are
scholarships at the local and national levels. For local scholarships, application in
counseling office. For national scholarships, send applications to: Sons of Italy Foundation Attn: National Leadership Grant Competition 219 E Street, NE Washington, DC 20002 Test scores from ACT, SAT, must be sent if not included on official school transcript; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Ethnic Reqt: Italian descent; Essay Reqt |
$10,000 | Sons of Italy Foundation Adelaide Napier Scholarship Selection Chair 5802 Pomona Drive Arvada CO 80003 303-669-2972 Phone: 202-547-2900 Email: Akaleka@aol.com |
| Feb-29 | St. Michael's Society Scholarship | Senior, transcript, essay (see website or postgrad center folder for specific topic), listing of extra-curricular activities or clubs; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,750 | St. Michael's Society Mike Paulino P.O. Box 21126 Denver CO 80221-0126 Frank Yantorno 303-288-1209 Phone: 303-888-2108 Email: societyofstmichael@comcast.net |
| 15-Mar | Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship for Cancer Survivors | CO high school senior survivor of childhood cancer ($1250 per semester) Also one-time grants of $400 - $4,000. See additional CHildren's Cancer Scholarship listing in folder or on web site; Merit-based; Disability Reqt: cancer; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation 1170 E. Long Place Centennial CO 80122 Phone: 303-886-5018 Email: fmarchello@earthlink.net |
| Straightforward Media Vocational | See the web site for links to the six scholarships that are offered. Most scholarship awards are $500 and are given four times per year. | $500 | ||
| 22-Apr | Student-View Scholarship Program | This is a drawing for high school seniors. To enter, you need to fill out a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area at the website. Winners will be announced in May. | $4,000 | Student Insights John Becker 136 Justice Dr Valencia PA 16059 Phone: 724-612-3685 Email: contact@studentinsights.com |
| 1-May | Sue Weatherley Asian Scholarship | Asian student, attends BVSD high school, senior, financial need, academic record, short essay. Application in postgrad. Info online, click on "Sue Weatherley Asian Scholarship Fund" link; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: Asian; Essay Reqt |
$2,000 | Sue Weatherley Sue Weatherley Scholarship Fund 2803 Cordry Court Boulder CO 80303 Mary Sue Moore Phone: 303-413-6301 Fax: 303-545-6942 |
| 15-Oct | Susan G. Komen Scholarship | Applicants must have lost a parent/guardian to breast cancer OR must be a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at 25 years or younger, must attend a state-supported college or university in Colorado, and must be a U.S. citizen. Recipient must be an advocate for breast cancer education and research who is willing to complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service per semester at a local breast cancer organization; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.8; US Citizen; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt; Renewable | $10,000 | Susan G. Komen for the Cure Phone: 1-877-465-6636 Email: contactus@applyists.com |
| 20-Apr | Team College in Colorado (CIC) Scholarship | Write a one-page essay and attend a Team CIC presentation during the school year. Winners will be based on the essay's description of the student's passion to succeed. Application online; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | College in Colorado Ashley Sakker 1560 Broadway, Suite 1700 Denver CO 80202 Email: ashley.sakker@cic.state.co.us |
| 30-Sep | Teamsters James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship | Child or grandchild of Teamsters member. Three different scholarships including an essay contest. Essay contest deadline is 9/30 but the other memorial scholarship deadline is 3/31 and requires top 15% of class, SAT/ACT scores, etc. See website; Need-based; Merit-based; Class Rank: Top 15%; Renewable | $1,000 | International Brotherhood of Teamsters 25 Louisiana Ave NW Washington DC 20001 Phone: 202-624-7471 Fax: 202-624-7457 Email: scholarship@teamster.org |
| 20-Mar | The Jillian C. Lealman Teaching Scholarship | For a Fairview Senior planning to attend colllege to pursue a teaching career. Min. GPA 3.0. 1 letter of recommendation from a Fairview staff stating why the student would be a good teacher. Transcript, test scores. 500 word essay describing an incident, a person, or an experience that inspired pursuing a teaching career. Include resume. Application form in the Couseling Office and the College/Career Center; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $500 | Counseling Office, Fairview High School Phone: 720-561-5328, 720-561-321 Email: sharyn.corson@bvsd.org, debbie.ryan |
| 11-Mar | Through the Looking Glass Scholarship - Students of Parents w/ Disabilities | For a high school senior with at least one parent with a disability, who is planning to attend a 2 of 4 year college in pursuit of an AA, BA or BS degree. Criteria include academic performance, community activities and service, letters of recommendation and an essay describing the experience of growing up with a parent with a disability. | $1,000 | Through the Looking Glass Scholarship Committee 3075 Adeline St., Ste 120 Berkeley CA 94703 Phone: 800-644-2666 Email: scholarships@lookingglass.org |
| Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund | At the above website, click on STUDENTS in the header bar, then on MONEY FOR COLLEGE, which will show a list of scholarship menu items. Awards are based on merit, but financial need is also required. For TMCF awards, most recipients come from families with annual incomes of less than $20,000; 3.0+ GPA; 1650 SAT or 25 ACT; must be accepted at participating college. Several scholarship types are available, some general and some for unique situations. For unique scholarships, see http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/v1/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=72&Itemid=111; Need-based; Merit-based | Varies | 80 Maiden Lane #2204 New York New York 10038 Phone: 212-573-8497 |
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| 31-Jan | Toshiba NSTA Explora Vision Contest | CONTEST H.S. Level (10-12) Team competition (up to four students) combining science and vision of future technology; create graphics of web pages to illustrate ideas for future; Merit-based | $10,000 | Toshiba NSTA Explora Vision Awards 1840 Wilson Blvd. Arlington VA 22201-3000 Phone: 703-243-7100 |
| Trinidad State Junior College Scholarships | This is the website for scholarships offered through Trinidad State Junior College in Colorado. Both campuses have the same Scholarships web page. Their recommended FAFSA deadline is April 1 but scholarships have both earlier and later deadlines; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | ||
| 12-Jan | Tuskegee Airmen Scholarships | Information online. Application in Postgrad file. Submit to Denver Chapter at contact address, will be screened and forwarded to national contest. Two page essay with biographical sketch and educational aspirations. One page essay on "The Tuskegee Airmen." Academic achievement, extracurricular, community activities. Contact local chapter for application form; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Residency: Colorado; Essay Reqt | $1,500 | Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation Marsha Mallory Bennett, President Tuskegee Airmen Herbert Hooks Denver Chapter P.O. Box 370431 Denver Colorado 80237 Email: mallorybennettm@comcast.net |
| 31-May | Tylenol Scholarship | Application posted on above website in early spring. Juniors and Seniors; intend to major in areas that will lead to careers in health related fields; leadership in community activities; 100-200 word essay on personal goals & aspirations; transcript required; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | Tylenol Brand Scholarship Fund Citizens' Scholarship Foundation of America, Inc 1505 Riverview Rd., PO Box 88 St. Peter MN 56082 |
| 9-Mar | Tzu Chi Scholars | transcript, financial aid information, two letters of recommendation, two-page autobiography and why you should be awarded a scholarship, one-page essay about Tzu Chi based on information you've studied (see their websites). Application in Post Grad Center or online; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | Tzu Chi Foundation USA Attn: Tzu Chi Scholars Program 1100 S. Valley Center Ave. San Dimas CA 91773 Phone: 909-447-7799 |
| 15-May | UCB Keppra Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program | Senior; Epilepsy patient or family member/caregiver of an epilepsy patient; US resident; Student who demonstrates academic achievement, strong record of participation in activities outside of school; essay, 3 letters of recommendation, transcript; Merit-based; Disability Reqt: epilepsy patient or family member of epileptic; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Summit Medical Communications 1421 E. Broad Street, Suite 340 Fuquay-Varina NC 27526 800-377-6226 Phone: 1-866-825-1920 Email: ucbepilepsyscholarship@summitmedcomm.com |
| 31-Jan | Union Plus Scholarship | Children of current and retired members of unions participating in any Union Plus program may apply. Scholarships range from $500-$4,000 for university, college, trade school or technical training. Applicants are evaluated according to academic ability, social awareness, financial need and appreciation of labor; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0 | $4,000 | Union Plus Education Foundation Union Plus Scholarship 1100 1st Street, NE, Suite 850 Washington DC 20002 Email: Info@UnionPlus.org |
| United Black Women of Boulder Valley (UBWBV) | Must be African-American graduating senior and a resident of Boulder County based on service, social activities GPA, income, essay. Web site does not contain application details; contact Malaika Pettigrew for more information; Need-based; Merit-based; Ethnicity: Black/African American; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $500 | Joan Washington Scholarship Fund Malaika Pettigrew PO Box 17602 Boulder CO 80308-7602 Phone: 303-661-0139 Email: malaikap@mindspring.com |
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| 16-Apr | United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Union Scholarship | For children/dependents of active (since January of the current year) members of UFCW,if dependents are unmarried and under age 20 on April 16. Complete application and essay online. Awards are based on scholastic achievement, community involvement, and an essay; Need-based; Merit-based; Academic Reqt: good test scores; Renewable | $2,000 | UFCW International Union Scholarship Program 1775 K Street N.W. Washington DC 20006 Phone: 800-551-4010 Email: scholarship@ufcw.org |
| 5-Mar | United Methodist Church Scholarship and Loan Program | This website lists many scholarships for students who are active, full members (confirmation and taking of membership vows) of a United Methodist Church for at least one year prior to applying for the scholarhship. GBHEM (General Board of Higher Education & Ministry) administers over 50 scholarship programs with varied criteria and deadlines. The scholarship office reviews each application to determine the best program for the student. Loans are also available up to $5,000 at 5% interest; Min GPA: 2.5; US Citizen | varies | United Methodist Church GBHEM Office of Loans and Scholarships PO Box 340007 Nashville TN 37203-0007 Phone: 615-340-7344 Email: umscholar@gbhem.org |
| United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Scholarships & Grants | This web site lists corporate (such as General Mills, Google, Lockheed Martin) and foundation (such as NAACP, Gates Millenium) sponsored scholarships for African-American students as well as providing information about the UNCF General Scholarship. The site has a search engine that can be used to explore the range of scholarships. The search engine is at For example, at least 238 scholarships are listed for college freshman year with different deadlines throughout the year. For example, NAACP deadlines are in early March. Others are in different months. You can get this list of 238 by choosing "undergraduate freshman" in the search engine; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.5; Ethnicity: Black/African American | varies | United Negro College Fund 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr. Fairfax VA 22031 Phone: 1-800-331-2244 |
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| 3-Feb | United Power Scholarship | For students whose families are served by United Power. This does not include Boulder, but does include Broomfield, Firestone, and a variety of other outlying and mountain areas. Several scholarships are listed and a trip to DC is included. One application form. See website. For vocational as well as college; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | United Power Cindy Adam P.O. Box 929 Brighton CO 80601 Phone: 303-659-0551 |
| 15-Aug | United States Association for Blind Athletes (USABA) | for students with blindness or visual impairments, must have participated in USABA sports program; applicants judged on academic and extracurricular record; Merit-based; Disability Reqt: blindness or visual impairments | $500 | Arthur and Helen Copeland Scholarships Mark Lucas 33 North Institute Street Colorado Springs CO 80903 Phone: 719-630-0422 |
| 1-Feb | United States Institute of Peace National Peace Essay Contest | Any student, grades 9 thru 12 essay contest. 2012 topic: The Impact of New Media on Peacebuilding and Conflict Management. Guidebook in PostGrad file cabinet with more instructions or from website. Study guide is available at website. 1-$1,000 award, each state, along with all-expense paid awards program in Washington, D.C. National: 1st place- $10,000 2nd place- $5,000 3rd place-$2,500. Registration opens Nov. 1; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $10,000 | United States Institute of Peace Vanessa Francis United States Institute of Peace 2301 Constitution Ave. Washington, DC 20037 Phone: 202.457.1700 Fax: 202.429.6063 Email: vfrancis@usip.org |
| 12-Oct | United States Senate Youth Program | Junior or senior serving in a student elected capacity such as
student body officer, class officer, student council representative,
representative to district, regional, or state-level civic or educational
organization; 2 delegates and 2 alternates selected from each state Must participate in the US Senate Youth Program but the scholarship is for college. Senate Youth Program for 2012-2013 is March 9-16, 2013, in Washington DC. |
$5,000 | Colorado Dept.of Education Lynn Bamberry, Senate Youth Program Coordinator 1500 Broadway, Suite 1450 Denver CO 80203-5149 Phone: 303-866-6813 Email: bamberry_l@cde.state.co.us |
| 28-Feb | University Hills Rotary Scholarships | Student must live in Rotary District 5450 (includes Boulder), US
citizen, and have intent to major in science , math, or engineering at a
college in Colorado. Applications are online. 400 word essay explaining why you wish to pursue a post-secondary education in a field of advanced science or mathematics and your future plans for applying that learning in areas of vocation, service and leadership. Priority may be given to sons or daughters of current active duty military personnel, former military personnel who suffered a disability related to thier military service, and/or to applicants themselves who are undergoing rehabilitative treatment for physical injuries; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Essay Reqt; Renewable |
$5,000 | University Hills Rotary Club Foundation David Wood, Foundation President P.O. Box 102767 Denver CO 80250 Email: david@innolend.com |
| 1-Mar | University of Colorado Boulder Scholarships | This is the website for all scholarships offered through CU Boulder. FAFSA due March 1st for need based awards. At least 10 scholarships are available with specific essay requirements. Another 26 may be applied for with a common essay topic and procedure. Many merit programs are available where students are automatically considered, such as Presidential Scholarships. Others require application. Norlin Scholar deadline Feb 15; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| 1-Mar | University of Colorado Colorado Springs scholarships | Scholarship and financial website for University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| 1-Mar | University of Colorado Denver Scholarships | CU Denver financial aid website; Need-based; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | varies | University of Colorado Denver |
| 1-Mar | University of Northern Colorado | University of Northern Colorado scholarship website. Deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | UNC and private foundations through UNC |
| 31-May | US Bank Scholarship Program | RANDOM DRAWING; Program runs from January through May; US citizen or permanent resident alien; senior; online application; 40 selected; Commercial enterprise: US Bank wants students to visit website and apply. This scholarship can be used at a US Bank Student Loan eligible four-year college or university. See website for college or university eligibility; US Citizen or permanent resident alien | $1,000 | US Bank Mary Anne dRomero-Hunter P O Box 470014 Aurora Co 80047 Phone: 800-242-1200 Email: studentloans@usbank.com |
| 31-Dec | USHLI Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders | At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestory and student must be able to attend the Annual Midwest Hispanic Student Leadership Concerence in Chicago, in February. Background and leadership essay and 3 letters of recommendation required; Need-based; Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino; Hispanic/Latino; Essay Reqt | $1,000 | United States Hispanic Leadership Institute 431 S. Dearborn, Suite 1203 Chicago Il 60605 Phone: 312-427-8683 |
| 20-Feb | Vegetarian Scholarship Award | Senior who promote vegetarianisam and will be attending a U.S college. Essay on how you have promoted vegetarianism. Recommendations; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Vegetarian Resource Group P.O. Box 1463 Baltimore MD 21203 Phone: 410-366-8343 Email: vrg@vrg.org |
| 1-Mar | Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Scout of the Year Scholarship | The VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship program provides a $5,000 award to an outstanding scout who is the recipient of a Boy Scout Eagle award, Girl Scout Gold Award, a Venture Silver Award or a Sea Scout Quartermaster Award. Second-place winner receives $3,000 award. Third-place $1,000 award; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $5,000 | Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW Programs 406 West 34th Street Kansas City MO 64111 Susan Wilson Phone: (816) 756-3390, Ext. 220 Email: swilson@vfw.org |
| 1-Nov | Veterans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition | For high school students in grades 9-12. Competition-Requires an audio essay on a theme related to patriotism chosen annually. You will need to make a recording of your essay. national finals are in Washington DC. 2012-2013 Theme: "Is Our Constitution Still Relevant?"; Merit-based; Essay Reqt | $30,000 | Veterans of Foreign Wars Kenneth Camel Post 807 Meles Jain Post PO Box 17592 Boulder CO 80302 Phone: (303) 442-9551 |
| 30-Mar | Visit Denver Foundation Scholarship for Hospitality and Tourism Students | Undergraduate students pursuing degrees in hospitality and tourism industry at accredited, four-year universities, colleges, or community colleges in Colorado. US citizen. Interview. Essay; Merit-based; Min GPA: 2.0; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Visit Denver Foundation Nikcole Wernert 1555 California Street, Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 Phone: 303-571-9453 Fax: 303-892-1636 Email: nwernert@visitdenver.com |
| Wal Mart Foundation | access code: SWCS (apply through www.applyists.net) Three scholarships available all need based. One for general public Sam Walton Scholarship. Two for dependants of Wal Mart employees. Applications online after November 2; Need-based; Min GPA: 2.5 | $3,000 | WalMart Walmart Home Office 702 SW 8th Street Bentonville Arkansas |
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| 15-Jan | Washington Crossing Foundation National Scholarship Awards | At website, click on "scholarships" for informmation. Seniors planning careers in government service; 300 word essay and recommendation; Merit-based; US Citizen; Essay Reqt; Renewable | $5,000 | Washington Crossing Foundation Katharine Hutton Tweedy PO Box 503 Levittown PA 19058-0503 Phone: 215-949-8841 Fax: 215-949-8843 |
| 5-Aug | Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Program & Scholarship Sweepstakes | Sweepstakes drawings in February, May, and August for students enrolled in Wells Fargo College Steps. | $1,000 | Wells Fargo Bank PO Box 5185 Sioux Falls SD 57117-9761 Phone: 1-888-658-3567 Fax: 1-800-456-0561 Email: collegesteps@wellsfargo.com |
| 2-Oct | Wendy's High School Heisman | For high school students who excel in academics, athlethics and student leadership. Must have min of "B" average grade, and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Athletic Reqt: At least one school-sponsored sport | $500 Wendys' gift card;$10,000 to winner's high school | Wendy's One Dave Thomas Blvd Dublin OH 43017 Phone: 1-800-205-6367 Email: www.act.org/wendys/contact.html |
| 1-Mar | Western State College of Colorado | scholarship website for Western State College of Colorado. deadlines vary; Need-based; Merit-based | varies | |
| Western Union Scholarships | Foundation awards 95 scholarships to refugees, immigrants,
single parents and others to achieve their educational goals. Each recipient has overcome overwhelming
odds to succeed in school and life.
Most are the first in their family to go to college. They have been determined to reach their
goals in spite of language, culture and economic barriers. Those without Internet access can call 303-837-0788 to request an application. |
$5,000 | Western Union 475 17th Street, Suite 800 Denver CO 80202 Phone: 303-837-0788 Fax: 303-837-1409 Email: wufamily@ile.org |
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| 15-Jan | White Rose Scholarship | A gay/lesbian/transgender non-profit group founded in 1974 approx. 10 scholarships awarded per year-$2000 each US citizen; CO resident for past year; financial need; community involvement; 3.0 minimum GPA; 2 letters of recommendation; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; US Citizen; Residency: Colorado; Service Reqt | $2,500 | White Rose Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee PO Box 100811 Denver CO 80250-0811 Annie Brenman-West Phone: 303-322-1262 Email: whiterosecressywest@denvercourt.org |
| 30-Mar | Women's Foundation of Colorado Girls' Leadership Council Program and Dottie Lamm Leadership Award | 10 high school sophomore girls are offered a one-week Leadership Program over the summer (July 29-August 4, 2012) at University of Denver. During this week, 2 girls will be selected to recieve the Dottie Lamm Leadership Award. Application online; Merit-based; Female; Service Reqt | $1,500 | The Women's Foundation of Colorado Laurie Hirschfeld Zeller The Chambers Center 1901 East Ashbury Av, 3rd Floor Denver CO 80208 Phone: 303-285-2971 Email: lauriehz@wfco.org |
| 1-Jun | YMCA of Boulder Valley Scholarship | For high school seniors who have had a significant experience or connection with the YMCA of Boulder Valley. The scholarship may be used at any accredited institution of learning, including schools with 4-yr., 2-yr., trade or vacational degree programs Review factors including merit, academic and extracurricular credentials, awards, leadership, overall student achievement and the impact of the Y on the applicant. Essay, recommendation; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | YMCA Joan Chartrand Phone: 303-413-9622 ext.1101 Email: Joan.chartrand@ymcabv.org |
| 1-Apr | Young Native Writers Essay Contest | Must be Native American high school student, grades 9-12, who have a significant and current relationship with a Native American tribal community. 1200 word essay, based on peronal knowledge and research information. See website for writing prompt and rules. Website also has writing tips and suggestions for research sources; Merit-based; Ethnicity: American Indian/Alaska Native; Essay Reqt | $2,500 | The Holland & Knight Charitable Foundation Young Native Writers P.O. Box 2877 Tampa FL 33601-2877 Phone: 866-452-2737 Email: nativewriters@hklaw.com |
| 14-Dec | Youth for Understanding USA | YFU is a homestay program where you live with a host family, attend the local high school, and interact with new friends. YFU offers more than 100 program choices to 40 countries and awards more than 300 scholarships each year. YFU looks for students who are flexible, have a spirit of adventure, and who will enjoy the challenge of adapting to new people in a new culture. Nomination due Dec 14. Application due Feb 5. $75 application fee and $500 program deposit with your application to hold your place; Merit-based | Study Abroad Award | Youth for Understanding USA Michael Finnell, President 6400 Goldsboro Road, suite 100 Bethesda MD 20817 240-235-2100 Phone: 1-800-TEENAGE Fax: 240-235-2104 Email: admissions@yfu.org |
| 30-Mar | Zeta Phi Beta & Z Community Foundation Scholarship for Women | For senior women with scholastic achievement and active participation in community service who plan to attend an accredited four year college or university. Applications are available online and will include a typed essay, transcript and two letters of recommendation. This foundation/sorority combination is service oriented; Need-based; Merit-based; Min GPA: 3.0; Female | not specified | Z Community Foundation & Zeta Zeta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi
Beta Sorority ATTN Scholarship Committee Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. PO Box 200184 Denver CO 80220 Phone: 720-341-2790 Email: scholarship@zphibzzz.org |
| 15-Mar | Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County Young Women in Public Affairs Award | volunteer leadership and interest in civic causes, especially the status of women; application available in post grad center and on website. Local club is not participating in scholarship, will forward application to Zonta District 12 where the YWPA awards $1500. If interested contact District 12 to confirm application deadline. 5 international recipients selected from distrct recipients receive $3000; Merit-based; Female; Essay Reqt; Service Reqt | $3,000 | Zonta Foothills Club of Boulder County Helen Coffey Zonta Foothills Club 16492 Aliante Drive Broomfield CO 80023 Boulder District Contact: PO Box 19964, Boulder, CO 80308-2964 720-352-5697 http://www.zontafoothills.org/scholarships.asp Annette Canfield at snowfield@comcast.net, 720-352-5697 Phone: 303-665-5032 Email: president@zontafoothills.org |