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Boise State University 2014-2015 Scholarship Application

PLEASE PRINT AND SUBMIT THIS FORM TO THE FINANCIAL AID OFFICE, RM. 113 ADMIN. BLDG.

Boise State University Financial Aid and Scholarship Office 1910 University Dr. Boise, ID 83725-1315

Fax: 208-426-1305

**Note: This Scholarship Application is your first step to be considered for several unique Boise State Scholarships as well as several academic departments/college scholarships. After completing this application, utilize the “How to Apply” information on the Boise State Scholarship web site for additional scholarships excluded from this application. At that site you will find links for other departmental scholarships, private scholarships, and free national searches. The academic departments and colleges at Boise State all offer scholarships. Each academic division is responsible for separate awards. If your department has a separate scholarship application it will be posted on the Scholarship web site under “Departmental/College Scholarships.” If you do not see your academic department, no application is necessary. Scholarships will be awarded based upon admissions information and current Boise State academic performance. Some scholarships require a resume, essay, or letters of recommendation. Please attach those additional documents to this application at the time you submit it. If you fail to submit all the necessary materials by the deadline, your application will not be complete and you will not be considered for the scholarship.

Student Name_________________________________ Student ID # __________________________ Freshman/Transfer Student -Submit by February 15th Continuing Student - Submit by March 15th

General Boise State Scholarships

Idaho GEAR UP Scholarship • I am an active participant in the Idaho GEAR UP program. • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be an incoming freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Boise State Scholarship for International Refugees

• I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I was admitted to the United States as a refugee and adjusted to a lawful permanent resident status. • I promise to meet with an academic advisor on a monthly basis to ascertain my continued progress

towards my academic goals at Boise State University.

Student Name_________________________________ Student ID # __________________________

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BSU Veterans Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a current resident of the State of Idaho. • I have earned at least 26 credits from Boise State University. • I was honorably discharged from military and attached is my DD214 showing the condition of my

discharge. • or • I am a dependent of a veteran who is 100% permanently disabled and attached is documentation

from the VA. • or • I am using Post 911 Transferred Benefit and attached is a Certificate of Eligibility from the VA. • I have attached an essay (2 pg. max) stating my qualifications and need for this scholarship.

Taco Bell Leadership Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have held a leadership position and participated in a minimum of one extracurricular activity

sponsored by my school or civic group (i.e. Student Council, Varsity Sports Team, Debate Club, Yearbook, Boys Scouts, etc.)

• I have attached an essay (2 pg. max) describing my extracurricular activity leadership role and the importance the leadership role helped play in my academic and social development.

• I have also attached a letter of recommendation from the sponsoring body where my leadership position was held.

Brannock-Simonson Textbook Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a major in biology, chemistry, physics, biomechanics, exercise physiology or

computer science. • I am a single parent.

Vince Aguirre Ski Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.2 GPA. • I have declared an education, business, or recreation major. • I am active in some form of skiing such as alpine competition, free style competition, or working

toward a career in some aspect of the ski industry.

Albertsons Employee Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am or my parent/spouse is an employee of Albertsons. My Title ____________________________________ Parent Name _________________________Title_______________________________ Spouse Name _______________________ Title _______________________________


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Atkinson/Hemingway Family Scholarship

• I will be an incoming freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a resident of Blaine County, Idaho.

Alumni Legacy Stipend Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 collegiate GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior in class standing for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a relative of an alumna or alumnus of Boise State. (An individual who has completed at least 25

credits qualifies as an alum of Boise State) Student’s State and county of residency ________________________ Relative’s full name (while at Boise State) _______________________ Year relative graduated from Boise State _____________________ Degree relative received from Boise State___________________ Relation to you ________________________

Preference: Applicant will have permanent residence in the following counties: North Idaho/NE Washington: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Clearwater, Idaho, Kootenai, Latah,

Lewis, Nez Perce, Pend Oreille, Shoshone; Asotin, Garfield, Spokane, Whitman East Idaho: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin,

Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, Teton South Central Idaho: Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls Treasure Valley: Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Valley, Washington

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

• I am a relative of an alumna or alumnus of Boise State. (An individual who has completed at least 16 credits qualifies as an alum of Boise State)

Relative’s full name (while at Boise State) _______________________ Year relative graduated from Boise State _____________________ Degree relative received from Boise State___________________ Relation to you ________________________

• My relative is currently a dues-paying member of the Boise State University Alumni Association. • I will be an incoming freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have a minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.5 or above. • I have a minimum ACT composite of 24 or SAT critical reading and math combine of 1090. • I will enroll as a full time (minimum 12 credits) undergraduate student. • I have attached an essay (no more than 500 words) that covers the following subjects: John Adams

said, “There are two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other how to live.” Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment or experience that has contributed to your intellectual development and/or future career path. How does this quality, accomplishment or experience relate to the person you are?

• I have also attached two letters of recommendation from a high school faculty member. • I have also attached my high school transcript. • I have also attached a resume of my extracurricular activities, which includes Extracurricular

Activities and Leadership Positions, Community or Volunteer Service, Awards and Special Honors, and Employment or Internships.

• I am willing to attend one of the Boise State Alumni Board Meetings per year, assist with the Annual Alumni Association Homecoming Gala, and be active in at least one student organization.


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Idaho Education Access Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be an incoming freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am an Idaho resident. • I am a first generation college student in my family.

Student Loan Fund of Idaho

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior, senior, or graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA).

Pat Bullington/Women of BSU Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I will enroll full time (12 credits per semester) for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am an Idaho resident. • I have participated in community service. • My parent is a faculty or staff employee at Boise State University Parent Name__________________________________Title___________________________________

Larry Selland Leadership Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I demonstrated leadership and involvement during my first year or two of attendance at Boise State. • Attached is an essay (500 words or less) describing how I have changed as a result of my

experiences at Boise State University.

Margie Van Vooren Scholarship for Student Leadership Development • I have a minimum 2.75 GPA. • I will be a junior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a non-traditional student who is involved in at least one student leadership program. • Attached is an essay (500 words or less) describing how being a non-traditional student leader has

impacted my experience at Boise State University.

Beverly & David Taylor Service Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will enroll full time (12 credits per semester) for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student in the fall semester of 2014. • I provide service to the university and students over a broad spectrum of university involvement. • Attached is an essay (500 words or less) describing how Boise State University is different because

of my leadership and/or service.


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Greg Blaesing Memorial Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.75 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a student employee or student volunteer who is dedicated to improving the quality of student

life on campus through involvement in fine arts, cultural or recreational programming. • Attached is an essay (500 words or less) describing how I have improved the quality of student life

at Boise State University.

University Advancement Endowed Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will enroll full time (12 credits per semester) for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am involved in a recognized student service project or organization. • Attached is an essay (500 words or less) describing how my involvement in service while attending

Boise State University has changed my perspective.

Meredyth Burns MLK Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I contribute to human rights on campus and in my community. • Attached is a 1-2 page essay addressing the following: How I have contributed to the growth of

diversity and inclusion and/or the promotion of human rights on campus and in my community. • Attached are two letters of recommendation.

Brian Bergquist Leadership Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a student leader or employee within the Student Union, Student Involvement & Leadership

Center, Multicultural Student Services, International Student Services, Women’s Center, Bookstore, New Student and Family Programs, Admissions, and/or a member of the Student Union Board of Governors.

• I am involved as a student leader or employee and demonstrate a high level of integrity and ethics in all my affairs.

• I have attached an essay (500 word maximum) telling why I am a good candidate for the Brian Bergquist Student Leadership Scholarship. I have included my involvement and development as a student leader or employee.

Austin Adams Memorial Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.25 GPA. • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a graduate from Weiser High School in Weiser, Idaho, • I am a resident of Idaho. • I am interested in art.


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All University Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a child of a Boise State University faculty or staff member. • My parent is a faculty or staff employee at Boise State University Parent Name__________________________________Title___________________________________

Jamie Paul Confer Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a cancer survivor.

Coors Veterans Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a U.S. Veteran or a child of a U.S. Veteran.

Hersh Cummins, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a United States citizen. • I am from the Northwest United States. • I have a bloodline relative(s) who has served in the U.S. Navy.

Elmer Keith – Western Studies Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.25 GPA. • I have declared a major in arts and sciences; history, english, biology, nature writing, or related

fields. • I am involved in marksmanship and/or horsemanship.

John W. Keys, III Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a Bureau of Reclamation Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) Employee. Title ____________________________________

Robert T. Nahas Educational Foundation Scholarships

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I was born in the United States. • I am from a rural town in Idaho. • I have an agricultural background. • I am a graduating senior from an Idaho public or private high school.


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Barbara Parrish Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • My parent is a faculty or staff employee at Boise State University Parent Name__________________________________Title___________________________________

Reed Penning Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be an entering freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • My parent is an employee of Intermountain Gas. Parent Name _______________________________Title ____________________________________

Gene Quintieri Memorial Bowling Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a member of the Boise State bowling team.

Steve Schmidt Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a parent.

James C. Thompson Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am or my parent is an employee of ECCO - Electronics Control Company. My Title ____________________________________ Parent Name _______________________________Title ____________________________________

Heidi Toomey Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a single parent with a dependent child.

John Vallega Scholarship

• I have a 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am between the ages of 17-24. • I was born in Idaho, Montana, or Wyoming. • List the State you were born in____________________________


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Barbara L. Wilson Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I have an ACT composite 26 or SAT critical reading and math combined 1170 or above. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am an Idaho resident. • Attached is a resume describing my involvement and achievement in extracurricular activities.

Steven Holbrook Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have a commitment to working with underserved populations.

Aaron Lipple Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have dependents that I provide at least 50% of their support.

Transportation Employee Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will register in a minimum of 6 credits for fall 2014 and spring 2015. • I am currently an employee of Transportation and Parking Services at Boise State University. • My current job title is _______________________ • I am a (full time/part time) employee. Please list one ______________________________ • Listed are my title and dates of positions held within the field of transportation and parking.

________________________________________________________________________________ • Attached is an essay (2 pg. max) explaining my experience in the transportation and parking field

and how this job has helped develop my professional career. I have also described my need for this scholarship and how this scholarship will help me.

College of Arts and Sciences EllaMae (Kelly) & Ron Winans Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. . • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • Attached is a resume (2 pg. max) of my involvement in community service over the past two years.


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F. Krik Odencrantz Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a biological sciences, chemistry, physics, or mathematics major in the College of Arts and

Sciences. • I am an Idaho resident or a graduate of an Idaho high school. • Attached is an essay (500 word max) outlining my interest of study, my need for a scholarship, and

how the scholarship will help me attend Boise State University. • Also attached is a letter of recommendation from a Boise State faculty member.

College of Arts and Sciences – Biology

I am a Biology student and I am interested in being considered for all Biology General Scholarships.

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a biology major. • Please list your grade in each of the following classes. List N/A if you have not taken any particular

class. BIOL 191 GENERAL BIOLOGY I_________________ BIOL 192 GENERAL BIOLOGY II_________________ BIOL 301 CELL BIOLOGY _________________ BIOL 343 GENETICS LECTURE _________________ CHEM 111 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I ________________ CHEM 112 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II ________________ CHEM 301 SURVEY OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY ________________ CHEM 302 SURVEY OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY ________________ CHEM 307 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I ________________ CHEM 309 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II ________________ MATH 143 COLLEGE ALGEBRA ________________ MATH 144 ANALYTIC TRIGONOMETRY ________________ MATH 147 PRECALCULUS ________________

Russell J. Centanni Biology Scholarship (Students must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award)

• I have a minimum 3.25 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared microbiology major. • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my academic achievements as well

as my educational and career goals in relation to the biological sciences field and any specific areas of interest.


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Richard McCloskey Biology Scholarship (Students must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a biology/secondary education or environmental studies major. • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my academic achievements as well


Frank and Angeliki Kepros Scholarship (Students must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award)

• I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a pre-forestry, wildlife management, earth science education, or horticulture degree seeking

student. • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my academic achievements as well


William Keppler Birds of Prey, Morley Nelson Biology Scholarship, John D. Foss Memorial Biology Scholarships (Students must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • Attached is a brief essay (approx. 200 words) describing my academic achievements and career

goals in biology with interests in raptors, vertebrates and/or wildlife and ecosystem conservation practices--note any regions of interest (i.e. United States, Latin America, etc.) where you would like to work and practice.

Richard Olendorff/Idaho Chapter of the Wildlife Society Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.7 GPA. • I will be a graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year.. • I started in the Boise State Graduate College in ______________ (list semester name ex. Fall 2013) • My Graduate School Adviser is ____________________________ • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my academic achievements and my

career goals leading me to pursue a graduate degree in raptor biology. Please also describe any collaborative work associated with the Raptor Research Center.

Charles & Elizabeth Baker Biology Scholarship and Eugene & Jackie Fuller Scholarship (Students

must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award) • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my academic achievements and my

career goals leading me to pursue a pre-professional Biology degree including pre-med, pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, pre-vet, etc. emphases.


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Gem State Fly Fishers Club Scholarship (Students must submit all Biology General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am an Idaho resident. • Attached is a brief essay (approximately 200 words) describing my interest in water quality or

fisheries-related topics and the academic achievements I have made in order to get me closer to this career path.

College of Arts and Sciences – English

I am an English major and I am interested in being considered for all English Department Scholarships.

• List your age ________________ • List your graduation date________________ • List your emphasis____________________________ • In one sentence please share anything with the Scholarship Committee that is not reflected in your

academic transcripts. ____________________________________________________________________________________

College of Business and Economics

I am a Business major and I am interested in being considered for all College of Business and

Economics Scholarships Jay & Shelly Hawkins Business Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a new incoming freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a major within the College of Business and Economics. • Attached is an essay showing my significant involvement in high school activities. It includes

information such as work, athletics, school government, clubs, not for profit organizations etc.

Wells Fargo Endowed Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am or my parent/spouse is an employee of Wells Fargo. My Title ____________________________________ Parent Name _________________________Title_______________________________ Spouse Name _______________________ Title _______________________________

Martin COBE/Talking Bronco Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a major within the College of Business and Economics. • I am a member of the Talking Broncos Speech and Debate Team.


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Krik & Marsha Smith Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a major within the College of Business and Economics. • I am admitted to upper division status in the College of Business and Economics. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • Attached is an essay describing my goals and aspirations (300 words). • Attached is a listing of my involvement in the University and/or College of Business and Economics

activities outside the class room (this can include work).

Anson Family Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.2 GPA. • I have declared a major within the College of Business and Economics. • I plan to do an internship with a nonprofit organization. • or • I am enrolled in classes for the nonprofit minor.

College of Business and Economics – Department of Accountancy

Association of Governmental Accountants

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared an accounting major in the College of Business and Economics. • I am a member of the Association of Government Accountants or have an immediate family member

who is a member of AGA. Member’s Name______________________ Relationship to Member___________________________

Hal Bunderson/Arthur Andersen Excellence in Accounting Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I will be a junior, senior, or graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared an accounting major in the College of Business and Economics. • I have a strong interest in a public accounting career. • I have demonstrated leadership skills. • Attached is a resume detailing my leadership ability (2 pg max).

College of Business and Economics – Department of Management

Bassford Entrepreneur Management Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.2 GPA. • I will be a junior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared an entrepreneurship management major in the College of Business and Economics. • I was born in Idaho.


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College of Business and Economics – Department of Marketing & Finance Cloud Family Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared marketing major in the College of Business and Economics. • I work a minimum of 15 hours per week.

College of Business and Economics – Executive MBA

Innovation and Excellence Scholarship

• I am enrolled in the College of Business and Economics Executive MBA program.

College of Education

I want to be considered for scholarships within the College of Education Attached is a 2-page essay explaining my academic achievement, financial need, and educational goals, including the teaching endorsements I am earning. I also have discussed my commitment to the profession and included details relevant to how I qualify for specific scholarships. I understand if I am awarded a private donor scholarship, I am expected to write a thank you letter to the donor. If I do not write a thank you letter, I may forfeit eligibility for future scholarships. Additionally, I understand that I may be invited to attend a dinner with scholarship donors in the spring, and I will make every effort to attend or send a note of regret. I recognize that donors are making a personal commitment to support awardees’ education and taking time to show my appreciation is essential.

Barbara and Robert Dargatz Education Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am a single parent. • I will do my student teaching in Idaho. • I intend to teach school preferably in Idaho.

Ella James Single Parent Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.75 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am a single parent.


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Dargatz Student Teaching Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.50 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am a single parent.

Ruth Marks Single Parent Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am a single parent.

Edith Quigley Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a College of Education major. • I graduated from a Magic Valley high school.

Magic Valley encompasses these counties: Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka and Twin Falls.

• Please list the name of the high school from where you graduated__________________________.

Jerry Tucker Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am engaged in the study of environmental education. • Attached is an essay (2 pg max) explaining my involvement in environmental education.

Virgil Young Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major in Teaching or Elementary Education. • I graduated in the top 10% of my graduating class, I am from an Idaho high school, and I am from a

rural Idaho town of fewer than 10,000 people. • Please list the name of the town from which you graduated from high school

__________________________.

John Jensen Minority/Migrant Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I am from a minority group or I have a migrant or seasonal worker background.


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John and Bertha Case Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I will be in my professional year of schooling in the 2014-2015 academic year. • I will student teach in ______________________ semester. (fill in the blank with fall or spring)

James and Maxine Collins Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I graduated from a Boise School District High School. • Please list the name of the high school form which you graduated _________________________.

Visually Impaired Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I have declared a College of Education major. • I will be a graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am visually impaired • Preference will be given to an early childhood studies major.

Student Teaching Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am seeking elementary or secondary teaching certification. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I plan to student teach during the fall 2014 or spring 2015 semester (note: the opportunity to student

teach requires admittance into the professional year and successful completion of the elementary internship or secondary block 2).

Idaho Scottish Rite Foundation Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a graduate student. • Attached is an essay (2 pg max) explaining my career goals and aspirations, including a description

of the my interest in serving children with issues of literacy or special education needs.

College of Education – Kinesiology

I am a Kinesiology major and I would like to apply for scholarships within the Department of Kinesiology. • I have included a letter of interest stating my goals/objective for my education • I have attached an Academic Requirements document (PDF version entitled: “Academic

Advisement Report”) • I have attached my resume in PDF Format.


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College of Engineering

I am a full-time engineering, computer science or construction management major and I am interested in being considered for all College of Engineering scholarships.

Edward W. Stimpson Leadership Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared an engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I have held a leadership position during my time as a college student demonstrated by working in a

research laboratory, holding a leadership position in a student or volunteer organization, and/or civic engagement by participation in a service learning project.

• Attached is an essay (500words) explaining how you exemplify leadership and service to the university and/or community.

• Attached is a letter of recommendation from a Boise State Faculty Member. • Attached is a second letter of reference.

Gaige Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I am a graduate of Meridian High School • I have declared an engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Norm Dahm Engineering Fund

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared an engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I will be a sophomore or junior for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Dean and Theresa Klein FIRST Gracious Professionalism® Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared an engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I participated in FIRST Robotics as a senior in high school (FIRST Tech Challenge, FIRST Robotics

Challenge, or as a mentor to a FIRST Lego League team).

College of Engineering – Civil Engineering

Don McCarter Engineering Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a civil engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I was born in Idaho.


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Russell Thomas Engineering Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a freshman or sophomore for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a civil engineering major within the College of Engineering. • I am an Idaho resident and an Idaho native (born in Idaho). • I am a non-traditional student.

Forsgren Associates Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.5 GPA. • I will be a sophomore or junior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in civil engineering. • I am a U.S. citizen.

URS College Connection Civil Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a civil engineering major.

Central Paving Co & Terry McEntee Family Civil Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a civil engineering major.

SPF Water Engineering Civil Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I am a civil engineering major. • I have an interest in water resources engineering.

Power Engineers Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a civil engineering major. • I have an interest in high voltage electric utility or industrial power systems.

John William Jackson Civil Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior, senior, or graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a civil engineering major.

Donald E. Barclay & Edithe L. Barclay Civil Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I am a civil engineering major. • I am an Idaho Resident and graduated from an Idaho high school.


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College of Engineering – Electrical Engineering

Jack and Betty Robertson Excellence in Engineering Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.25 GPA. • I will be a freshman for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in electrical engineering

Power Engineers Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am an electrical engineering major. • I have an interest in high voltage electric utility or industrial power systems.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Faculty Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in electrical or computer engineering.

Susan Burgess Electrical & Computer Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in electrical or computer engineering.

Joseph & Marie White Electrical Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in electrical engineering.

College of Engineering – Construction Management

URS College Connection Construction Management Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.75 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a construction management major.

John William Jackson Construction Management Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior, senior, or graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a construction management major.

Idaho Associated General Contractors Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am an Idaho resident and I graduated from an Idaho high school • I am a construction management major.


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Beavers Heavy Construction Scholarship • I have a minimum 2.4 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a construction management major. • I have an interest in heavy construction. • I am a U.S. citizen.

Gordon A. MacGregor Construction Management Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.2 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a construction management major. • I intend to pursue a career in the construction industry.

Don Long Construction Management Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.4 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a construction management major.

Snake River Valley Building Contractors Association Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am a resident of Canyon County, Owyhee County or Gem County Idaho. • I am a construction management major.

Gilbert Western Corporation Construction Management Scholarship


John Perkins Construction Management Memorial Scholarship


College of Engineering – Computer Science

Clearwater Analytics Computer Science Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a computer science major.


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Eric and Elizabeth Schneider Computer Science Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a computer science major.

College of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical

Nathan Alters Mechanical Engineering Scholarship

• I have a minimum 2.8 GPA. • I will be a freshman or sophomore for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in mechanical engineering.

Fred K. & Mary L. Clements Family Endowed Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.2 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am majoring in mechanical engineering. • I am interested in the HVAC field.

John Entorf Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a non-traditional student. • I am majoring in mechanical engineering.

College of Social Science and Public Affairs

First Generation Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a major within the College of Social Science and Public Affairs. • I am a first-generation college student (first person in your immediate family to attend college).

Single Parent Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.25 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have declared a major within the College of Social Science and Public Affairs. • I meet the IRS definition of a single parent or head of household.


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College of Social Science and Public Affairs – Sociology

June K. Peterson Sociology Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have declared a sociology major within the College of Social Science and Public Affairs. • I plan, upon graduation, to work in the area of community or public service to women. • I attached is a one page essay demonstrating my leadership skills through direct participation in a

sociological experience. College of Social Science and Public Affairs – Bachelor of General Studies

General Studies Scholarship

• I have declared a general studies major within the College of Social Science and Public Affairs. • Attached is an essay (2 pg. max, double spaced) describing why I plan to specifically pursue the

general studies degree in order to complete my bachelor's degree. I have explained the impact this will have on my personal and/or professional life. (Please include your current GPA and indicate if you plan to be a full-time (12+ credits) or part-time student).

College of Social Science and Public Affairs – Political Science

I am a Political Science student and I am interested in being considered for the Political Science General Scholarships.

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have declared a political science major within the College of Social Science and Public Affairs. • My class standing as of August 15th will be (ex: freshman [0-25 credits], sophomore [26-57 credits],

junior [58-89 credits], senior [90+ credits]) ___________________________________________ • My political Science Academic Advisor is (If you are a continuing Boise State student, you must

have a political science academic advisor. If you do not, your scholarship application will not be complete.)_________________________________________________________________

• The catalog year that I expect to graduate is ______________________________________ • My Boise State e-mail account is ______________________________________________ • My current phone number is__________________________________________________ • My area of emphasis is: _____________________________________________________

[Please note the following four areas of emphasis: (You may list more than one) American government and public policy, international relations, public law/political philosophy, and political science social science secondary educ. (Political science must be your major field of certification)

• Attached is an essay outlining my current education and career goals, work history, honors and activities, and why I am worthy of a Political Science Scholarship.

• Attached is my Academic Transcript/Academic Advising Report High school students attach your high school transcript. (PDF format) Transfer students attach your unofficial college transcript from your most recent institution.

(PDF format) Current Boise State students attach your academic advising report. (PDF format)


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In addition to submitting the above Political Science General Scholarship Application materials, I am

also interested in applying for the Willard Overgaard Political Science Scholarship. (Students must submit all Political Science General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award.)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I am a member of the Xi Chi Chapter Pi Sigma Alpha. • I will be a junior or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year.


also interested in applying for the Avery Peterson Political Science Scholarship. (Students must submit all Political Science General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award.)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I have an interest in a career in the U.S. Foreign Service or my emphasis is international relations.


also interested in applying for the Frank Church Scholarship. (Students must submit all Political Science General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award.)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • My high school test scores were at least a 27ACT or 1200 SAT • Attached is my record of community service (100 words maximum) and an essay explaining my

potential to be a leader in public administration (100 words maximum). (Attach as one document) • This scholarship can be renewed annually. Renewal will be based on the student maintaining

satisfactory academic progress and adequate fund balances. The scholarship recipient must notify the Department of Political Science by March 15 in order to continue to receive the award. If the student does not make this contact, the scholarship may be re-awarded.

In addition to submitting the above Political Science General Scholarship Application materials, I am also interested in applying for the Dr. John Keiser Public Affairs Scholarship. (Students must submit all Political Science General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award.)

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I will be a sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • Attached is my record of community service and/or public affairs (100 words maximum). • The scholarship may be renewed annually. Renewal will not be automatic. Students must reapply.

Renewal will be based on the student maintaining satisfactory academic progress and the availability of adequate funding. The scholarship recipient must notify the Department of Political Science by March in order to continue to receive the award. If the student does not make this contact, the scholarship may be re-awarded to someone else.


also interested in applying for the Greg & Christine Raymond Political Science Scholarship. (Students must submit all Political Science General Scholarship application materials to be considered for this award.)

• I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I will be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior for the 2014-2015 academic year. • I am a political science major with an international emphasis. • The same student cannot receive this award for more than one year. Renewal is not allowed.


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College of Social Science and Public Affairs – Criminal Justice

Ted Hopfenbeck Scholarship

• I have declared a criminal justice major. • I will have senior standing by end of Spring 2014 semester (90 or more credits). • I am enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more credits). • I have completed at least 45 credits at Boise State University. • I have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher • I have been involved in outside activities: criminal justice student organizations, student

government, and/or significant volunteer work (Field Work/Internships do not count as outside activities).

• Attached is an essay (5-10 pages, double spaced with one inch margins) addressing my career plans, including what I have accomplished or undertaken to prepare for my desired career employment. I also listed what I have done (or am doing) to make myself a competitive candidate for a position in my desired career. (Composition and content of the paper will be a deciding factor in determining the award for this scholarship. The screening committee reserves the right to check any claims made by an applicant in their paper. Submission of an application shall constitute the student’s permission to do so.)

FBI Scholarship • I have declared a criminal justice major. ● I am interested in a career in law enforcement. ● I will have senior standing by end of Spring semester (90 or more credits). ● I am a full-time student (12 or more credits). ● I have completed at least 45 credits at Boise State University. ● I have a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. ● Attached is a resume including cover letter describing my career goals, highlighting my relevant

volunteer work, internship and/or field work.

Michael Blankenship Social Justice Scholarship • I have declared a criminal justice major. ● I will have junior (58-89 credits) or senior (90 or more credits) standing by the end of the Spring

semester. ● I am enrolled part-time or full-time at Boise State University. ● I have applied for, and received, criminal justice upper division standing. ● I am able to demonstrate involvement in a significant way (volunteer or paid work) in furthering

social and environmental justice (religious service is not sufficient). ● I have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Listed is my volunteer/paid work agency_____________________________________________ ● Listed is my position with the volunteer/paid work agency_______________________________ ● Listed is my length of volunteer/employment (year/month) _______________________________ ● Listed is my job description/volunteer duties __________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________ • Attached is a letter of recommendation from my agency’s supervisor or volunteer coordinator.

(Letter should include pertinent contact information and confirm dates/job description above.)


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Margie Hoops Scholarship • I have declared a criminal justice major. ● I am enrolled part-time or full-time at Boise State University - Twin Falls campus. ● I can show strong leadership potential in academics and participate in activities outside the

classroom (e.g. athletics and community involvement). ● I have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. ● Attached is my resume and cover letter describing leadership potential in academics and

participation in activities outside the classroom (e.g. athletics and community involvement).

College of Social Science and Public Affairs – Communication Harvey and Eleanor R. Pitman Communication Endowed Scholarship

• I have declared a communication major. • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have attached an essay (about 1,000 words) that covers the following subjects: why I chose to major in

communication; how my major connects to my plans beyond pursuing a degree at Boise State; something I learned in a specific Communication course (a concept, idea, theory, or method) that I feel will contribute to my ability to achieve my future goals; and any other aspects about my future plans I’d like the committee to consider.

• Please list two professors that can speak to your work in the Communications Department. 1. _________________________ 2. _________________________

Robert and Marjorie Boren Communication Scholarship

• I will be a sophomore, junior or senior for fall semester of 2014. • I have declared a communication major. • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have attached an essay (about 1,000 words) that covers the following subjects: why I chose to major in

communication; how my major connects to my plans beyond pursuing a degree at Boise State; something I learned in a specific Communication course (a concept, idea, theory, or method) that I feel will contribute to my ability to achieve my future goals; and any other aspects about my future plans I’d like the committee to consider.



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Ted Trueblood Scholarship • I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have an interest in creative writing and an emphasis on natural resources, conservation, and/or

recreation. • I have attached an essay (about 1,500 words) that covers the following subjects: how my interest in

writing about the environment, conservation, and/or natural resources led to my pursuits at Boise State; how my major connects to my plans beyond pursuing a degree at Boise State; something I learned in a course (a concept, idea, theory, or method) that I feel will contribute to my ability to achieve my goals; and any other aspects about my future plans I’d like the committee to consider.

• I have attached examples of what I’ve written that showcase my interest in issues related to natural resources, conservation, and/or recreation, and have indicated where each example was written, for what purpose(s), and for what audience(s).


Dr. Daniel N. Morris Memorial Scholarship

• I have a minimum 3.0 GPA. • I have been involved in campus journalism, preferably The Arbiter. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have attached an essay (about 1,000 words) that covers the following subjects: my involvement in

campus journalism; my interest in understanding and promoting the role of media in democratic institutions; my interest in gathering and sharing information citizens should know; my work on behalf of powerless groups; my involvement in groups that promote democracy; and my journalism courses.


Donna Lang Memorial Scholarship

• I will be a junior, senior, or graduate student for the 2014-2015 academic year. • If an undergraduate, I have declared a communication major; if a graduate student, I have been admitted

to the communication graduate program. • I have a minimum 3.5 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I am committed to teaching and education. • I have attached an essay (about 1,000 words) that covers the following subjects: how my major connects

to my plans beyond pursuing a degree at Boise State; evidence that demonstrates my interest in furthering education through teaching; evidence that demonstrates my own value of education; and any other aspects about my future plans I’d like the committee to consider.



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Charles Wilson Communication Scholarship • If an undergraduate, I have declared a Communication major; if a graduate student, I have been admitted

to the Communication graduate program. • I have a minimum 2.0 GPA. • I demonstrate financial need (determined per results of the FAFSA). • I have attached an essay (about 1,000 words) that covers the following subjects: why I chose to major in

communication; how my major connects to my plans beyond pursuing a degree at Boise State; something I learned in a specific communication course (a concept, idea, theory, or method) that I feel will contribute to my ability to achieve my future goals; and any other aspects about my future plans I’d like the committee to consider.

• Please list two professors that can speak to your work in the Communications Department. 1_________________________ 2_________________________

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