list of scholarships in nevada (broken out by engineering...
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List of Scholarships in Nevada (Broken out by Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science; Medical Related and General Resources).
New Scholarships Added 2014
Name Description Website
Just Walkers Just Walkers is offering a $1,000 scholarship to undergraduate or graduate students with a mobility disability. Deadline in June 30, 2014.
http://justwalkers.com/mobility-scholarship-program
Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science Grants & Scholarships
Name Description Website
Science, Mathematics & Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program
The SMART Scholarship for Service Program is open only to citizens of the United States. Persons who hold permanent resident status are not eligible. Proof of citizenship will be required. Students must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible. Applicants for undergraduate awards must be already enrolled in a U.S. college or university. Applicants must also be pursuing a degree in or closely related to a Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Awardees must be eligible to receive and hold a security clearance. For a detailed list of eligible degree programs,
www.asee.org/smart
details about the security clearance process & an application, please visit the program website.
Nevada Chapter – Michael Koizumi APWA Scholarship
Every year the Nevada Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) awards scholarships to deserving students from Nevada. The scholarship amounts are one for $1,000 and one for $2,000. Northern Nevada scholarships will be awarded at the APWA Fall Conference held in September 2012. In order for the Board, through the Scholarship Committee, to make the best selection of scholarship recipients, we are encouraging APWA members to nominate potential candidates; however, APWA board member nominations are not required
http://nevada.apwa.net
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) College Scholarship Program
The Sacramento Post of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) awards scholarships annually to high school and college students who are studying engineering or related technical disciplines. Scholarships will vary from $1,000 to $4,000 for students in high school, junior college, and college students that are pursuing a degree in any engineering field or related technical sciences (including architecture, mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology, and earth sciences). Please note that biology, microbiology, and related natural sciences are no longer considered to be engineering-related majors. Applications open in January and are due by mid- March.
www.samesacramento.org/committees_scholarship.shtml
Concrete Masonry Association of California and Nevada Scholarships
Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate level engineering and architectural students who study concrete masonry as an
www.cmacn.org/annual-scholarships.htm
architectural and structural building material. Please visit website for details.
Nevada Water Resources Scholarships
Scholarships will be awarded to a student attending a Nevada university or community college. Qualified students must be pursuing a degree in the field of water resources. For more information, please visit the website. Application deadline is December 1.
www.nvwra.org/scholarship-opportunities/
Google Scholarships (Multiple)
Google offers multiple scholarships for students who are pursuing a degree in computer science or technology. Please visit the website for details on the specific scholarships.
http://www.google.com/edu/students/the-generation-google-scholarship/
ASCO Numatics Industrial Automation Engineering College Scholarship
Merit-based and will be awarded on the candidate's potential for leadership and for making a significant contribution to the engineering, instrumentation, systems, and automation professions, particularly as they relate to the application of fluid control and fluid power technologies. Scholarship recipients may be eligible for an ASCO Numatics internship.
www.asconumatics.com/LiteratureRequest/ASCO-Numatics-Scholarship-learnmore.aspx
The Authority for Total Cost Management International Competitive Scholarship
Granted to students who are pursuing full-time study in engineering, computer sciences, business, construction management, building construction, information technology, quantity surveying, or other related field. The award amounts vary from $2,000 to $8,000 and the specific amount will be based on individual achievements. The program accepts applications between January 1 and February 14 annually
aacei.org/awards/scholarships/
Technology Degree for Women – Dr. Anita Borg
Dr. Anita Borg devoted her adult life to revolutionizing the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep
http://www.google.com/anitaborg/
women and minorities from entering computing and technology fields. Her combination of technical expertise and fearless vision continues to inspire and motivate countless women to become active participants and leaders in creating technology. In her honor, Google is proud to honor Anita’s memory and support women in technology with the Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship. Google hopes to encourage women to excel in computing and technology and become active role models and leaders in the field.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASME Auxiliary FIRST Clarke Scholarships are awarded to seniors in high school who are active on a FIRST FTC or FIRST FRC team. A member of the ASME must nominate applicants. The program awards ten $5,000 scholarships per year and is intended for a recipient’s first year of study in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology. Students must apply by March 15.
asme.org
The Ralph K. Hillquist Honorary SAE
Scholarship is offered to individuals with a declared major in mechanical engineering or related discipline. Qualifications include 3.0 GPA and enrollment on a full-time basis at an ABET-accredited institution of higher learning. One $1,000 scholarship is awarded on a bi-annually basis at the SAE Noise and Vibration Conference. Individuals can apply by visiting the SAE International website.
students.sae.org
The Association of State Dam Safety Officials Undergraduate Scholarship
Offered to undergraduate students in their senior year in an accredited civil engineering program or related field of study. Students
damsafety.org
must show a genuine interest in leading a career in hydrology, hydraulics, or other closely associated field related to dam design and construction. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 and submit a typed essay.
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ACEC)
Y.C. Yang Civil Engineering Scholarship is awarded to juniors or seniors in a civil engineering program at an ABET-accredited institution. Applicants must be members of the ASCE Society and include a personal statement of why the award should be offered to the applicant, and a comprehensive financial plan, and at least two letters of recommendation. The deadline is February 9.
asce.org
The American Welding Society Arsham Amirikian Engineering Scholarship
Offered to students planning on pursuing a career in applying welding in the civil and structural engineering field. Students must be pursuing at least a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or welding related field. Qualifications include maintenance of at least a 3.0 GPA, proof of financial need, and currently attending or planning on attending an accredited engineering school. The program offers one $2,500 award every year. The deadline is February 15.
aws.org
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Charles LeGeyt Fortescue Graduate Scholarship
Awarded to individuals pursuing a master’s degree in electrical engineering. Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited engineering school. The scholarship is only awarded for the first year of full-time graduate study. The deadline for the scholarship is November 15.
ieee.org/about/awards/fortescue.html
The Dr. Jon L. Boyes, Vice Admiral, USN (Ret.)
Offered by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association.
afcea.org
Memorial Scholarship It is awarded to students in at least their second year of an electrical engineering program. The program is competitive and applicants must be active members of a Navy ROTC unit, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, have demonstrated commitment and academic excellence, and showed potential to service as office in the U.S. Navy. The program awards one $3,000 scholarship every year. The deadline for this scholarship is February 15.
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Students pursuing education programs related to aerospace engineering and science. Applicants must be AIAA members, enrolled full-time, and completed a minimum of one academic term on a full-time basis. The minimum GPA is 3.3. Students can apply for the scholarship from September through January for the following academic year.
https://www.aiaa.org
The David Alan Quick Scholarship
Granted to a junior or senior in college pursuing a degree in aerospace or aeronautical engineering at an accredited institution of higher learning. The award is sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Associates. The award amount is $1,000.
eaa.org
The Vertical Flight Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students who intend to pursue an engineering career in vertical flight. The scholarship is based on merit and the value ranges from $1,000 to $5,000. Applicants must be full-time students at an accredited engineering school, submit a resume, provide a narrative, and include at least one letter of recommendation. The application deadline is February 1.
vtol.org
The Stokes Educational Recipients are required to attend college on a nsa.gov
Scholarship Program is offered by the National Security Agency to high school seniors planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering.
full-time basis and work during the summer at NSA for 12 weeks in related areas. Students must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. After completion of the their program, students must work at NSA for at least one and a half times the length of their education program. The program provides full tuition and fees, textbook reimbursement, housing and travel expenses, year-round salary, health and life insurance, retirement, and continued employment after graduation. The application deadline is November 15.
The Computer Science and Computer Engineering Academic Scholarship
Offered by Education-Portal.com to students pursuing a degree in a computer science or computer engineering discipline. Applicants must be enrolled in an associate degree program or higher from an accredited college or university and have at least 30 semester hours to finish. Recipients must consent to providing a digital photograph to Education-Portal. The scholarship offers one $1,000 award every year. The deadline is April 1.
education-portal.com
The American Nuclear Society Undergraduate Scholarship
Available to students who have finished at least one year in nuclear engineering, nuclear science, or other closely related field. The scholarship program offers a maximum of four scholarships every year for individuals who have completed one year of study and 21 scholarships for students who have completed two or more years. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is February 1.
new.ans.org/honors/scholarships/.
The Edward S. Roth Manufacturing Engineering Scholarship
Offered to individuals who are graduating from high school or current undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in
smeef.org/Scholarships/
manufacturing for an institution accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. Qualifications include a minimum GPA of 3.0 and preference will be given to individuals who demonstrate financial need, are of minority classification, and those participating in a co-op program. The scholarship program is sponsored by the SME Education Foundation.
The James Schalk Memorial Association of Conservation Engineers Scholarship
Granted to individuals to promote the ongoing study and education necessary for conservation of the planet’s natural and renewable resources. The scholarship is available to junior or senior students enrolled in accredited program in engineering, ecology, agriculture, or natural science. Students must be enrolled full-time and submit a letter of recommendation and a technical essay on a conservation topic. The award amount is $1,000.
www.conservationengineers.org/awards.htm
The Marine Technology Society offers the Charles H. Bussman Undergraduate Scholarship
Individuals who are pursuing or planning to pursue degree programs in marine engineering, marine science, or marine technology. All high school and college students who are interested in remotely operated vehicles are also encouraged to apply. The award amount is $2,500 each year. The application deadline is April 16.
https://www.mtsociety.org/education/scholarships.aspx
AES Engineers Scholarship
Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What people, things and accomplishments do you need? Students are not required to be taking
www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Engineering courses to be eligible.
NSPE Engineering Scholarships (Multiple)
Applicants must be students currently enrolled in good standing in a ABET accredited engineering program. Please visit the website for details on specific scholarships.
www.nspe.org/Students/Scholarships/index.html
Association of State Dam Safety Officials (ASDSO) Scholarship
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and enrolled full-time at the senior level in an accredited civil engineering program, or in a related field as determined by ASDSO, and must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in hydraulics, hydrology or geotechnical disciplines or in another discipline related to the design, construction and operation of dams. Annual deadlinein March. Please visit website for more information.
www.damsafety.org/community/students/?p=61c91bdd-f19b-42e0-aac2-d62d424ab2b9
The Society of Women Engineers
Offers various scholarships to support women who are interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, engineering technology, and computer science. An example of a SWE scholarship is the B.J. Harrod Scholarship that is available to women pursuing various types of engineering disciplines. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and enrolled in an engineering program accredited.
https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
A national organization of professional engineers to serve as Hispanic role models. It offers scholarships to Hispanic students pursuing degree programs in engineering, science, and mathematics. General Scholarships are examples of financial aid program the SHPE offers. These scholarships are both based on need and merit and awarded to high school seniors,
shpefoundation.org/scholarships/ahetems-general-scholarships/
undergraduate students, and graduate students. The award amounts vary from $1,000 to $3,000. Applicants must be of Hispanic descent, currently accepted or attending an accredited college or university on a full-time basis, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and pursuing their first bachelor’s master’s, or doctorate degree.
The National Society of Black Engineers
Strives to increase the amount of excellent black engineers to successfully make a difference. It offers a wide range of scholarships to high school seniors, undergraduate and graduate students, and technical professional members. All recipients must be active paid members of the society. To apply for scholarships individuals can login into their NSBE accounts to complete the applications:. An example of a scholarship offered by NSBE is the Fulfilling the Legacy Scholarship and Delphi Corporation contributes to the scholarship fund. The program awards 10 scholarships per year at $1,000. The application deadline is December 2.
nsbe.org/Programs/Scholarships.aspx
UNLV Construction Management Students
Two $1,500 scholarships to upper-class CM students at UNLV. The Southern Nevada CMAA Chapter.
http://snvchapter.cmaanet.org/files/chapters/SNV%20Chapter/2014%20CMAA%20Scholarship%20App.pdf
The Woods Hole Undergraduate Fellowships for Minorities
Offered by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. The fellowships are offered to minority undergraduates enrolled at a college or university and have complete a minimum of one year of study and have an interest in engineering, mathematics, marine policy, or physical or natural sciences. The fellowships strive to introduce students into meaningful
whoi.edu/page.do?pid=9381
research and they are awarded for a 10 or 12-week period during the summer or a semester during the academic year. The deadline to apply is February 15
Medical Related Grants & Scholarships
Name Description Website
Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship
The scholarship will award $500 every year to a student striving to achieve their dream of entering the dental field. To apply, submit a 300-1,000 word essay along with your contact information to [email protected]. The essay contest is open only to those legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older at the time of submission and who are currently enrolled in an accredited college or university or who will be enrolled by March 1 and aspires to a career in the dental field. Current employees, officers, directors and agents of Sponsor and its related companies and members of their immediate families (spouse, parents, siblings and children) and persons residing at the same address are not eligible. Void where prohibited.
www.smilereef.com/pediatric-dentist-of-tomorrow-scholarship/
NurseCorps Scholarship
The NURSE Corps Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities located in Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). Upon
http://www.hrsa.gov/loanscholarships/scholarships/Nursing/index.html
graduation, NURSE Corps Scholarship recipients work at these facilities for at least 2 years, earning the same competitive salary and benefits as any new hire.
Waechter Medical-Legal Scholarship
Annual scholarships available: $2,000: One $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student of some kind of legal college, university or program; AND one $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student of some kind of medical college, university or program.
http://www.birthlaw.com/34.html
Army Nurse Corps Association
The purpose of the Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship Program is to award scholarships to U.S. citizen students attending accredited baccalaureate or graduate nursing or anesthesia nursing programs.
http://e-anca.org/ANCAEduc.htm
Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association, Inc.
The NSNA Foundation awards over $345,000 annually in the general scholarship and promise of nursing programs. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $5,000. U.S. citizens and students with an Alien Registration number currently enrolled in state-approved schools of nursing or pre-nursing in associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic doctorate, and generic master’s programs. Funds are not available for graduate study unless it is for a first degree in nursing.
http://www.nsna.org/FoundationScholarships.aspx
Minority Medical Student Award Program (MMSAP)
The Minority Medical Student Award Program (MMSAP) is an 8- to 12-week research experience for medical students from the United States and Canada. Students collaborate with an ASH member who serves as their research mentor. At the end of the research experience, students present their findings at the Promoting Minorities in
www.hematology.org/Awards/MMSAP/2624.aspx
Hematology Presentations at the ASH annual meeting. In addition, students who participate in this program may apply to the program for a second summer research experience. Applicants must be enrolled in MD, DO, or MD/PhD medical school programs. The application process runs through early March but a mentor must be requested prior to early January.
Nursing Education Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one recipient annually. This scholarship is open to any person 17 years of age or older who is currently accepted or attending full time a medicine related program at an accredited institution of learning. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant shall submit an essay prior to January 10 of at least 500 words but no more than 1000 words that explain what they hope to accomplish in the medical field and how they will impact the lives of others with the education and knowledge they acquire while in medical training. Essay will also include the student’s opinion of why they feel they should be selected to receive the scholarship funds.
www.travelnursing.org/nursing-scholarship.php
Pisacano Leadership Foundation Scholarship
Students who have made a commitment to the field of Family Medicine and who will enter their fourth years of medical school in the fall may apply. Please visit website for more details.
www.fpleaders.org
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com's Therapy Professionals Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one recipient annually. Applicants must apply prior to December 15 and be a person 17 years of age or older who demonstrates interest in physical, massage, recreational, or
www.medicaresupplementalinsurance.com/scholarship.html
occupational therapy or psychology professions and has a 3.0 GPA at an accredited institution of learning within the United States.
F. Edward Herbert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program
The HPSP is available for students pursuing advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, psychiatric nursing, optometry or psychology. To qualify for the Health Professions Scholarship Program, you must: Be a U.S. citizen with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited school Be enrolled in (or have a letter or acceptance from) an accredited graduate program in the U.S. or Puerto Rico (varies by specialty) Maintain full-time student status during the length of the program. Qualify as a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve.
www.goarmy.com/amedd/education/hpsp.html
Honey Lake Hospice Scholarship
Each year we sponsor a deserving student by awarding a monetary scholarship. This student must be able to describe his or her interest in a field related to Hospice and Palliative Care. Applications due by March 15! BASIS FOR AWARD: The applicant must have successfully completed his/her first semester of college with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and will be continuing her/his education in the field of nursing, medicine or related health care at an accredited 2 year or 4 year College or University. The applicant should have an interest in gerontology, oncology and/or hospice and palliative care and be able to express that interest in an essay.
http://honeylakehospice.org/annual-scholarship.html
Scholarship Sites
Name Description Website
Frank M. & Gertrude R. Doyle Foundation
Applications open December 1 1) You are a graduating senior or past graduate (G.E.D. is acceptable) of the Washoe County School District in Northern Nevada. 2) You are a graduate or student of the Washoe Adult High School in Northern Nevada. 3) You are a graduating senior or past graduate (G.E.D. is acceptable) of the Huntington Beach Union High School District in Southern California. 4) You are a graduate or student of the Huntington Beach Adult High School in the Huntington Beach Union High School District in Southern California 5) You are a graduate/current or previous student of any of the following Community Colleges in Southern California: Coastline, Cypress, Fullerton, Golden West, Irvine Valley, Orange Coast, Saddleback, Santa Ana or Santiago Canyon.
www.doyle.curvine.com/scholarships/applications/
Las Vegas Southwest Rotary Club Academic Scholarship
Graduate Senior from an accredited high school in Clark County, Nevada, with a minimum weighted or non-weighted 3.5 GPA. Intends to attend a public college or university in Nevada, i.e., UNLV, UNR, Nevada State College or other public college in Nevada. Renewable for up to 8 semesters of college if maintaining a 3.0 GPA and completes a minimum of 12 semester hours per semester. Must demonstrate a family or student financial need. Please send the completed scholarship packet, including the 750 word essay – “Why Las Vegas Southwest Rotary
Submit to: Las Vegas Southwest Rotary Club Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 70126 University Station, Las Vegas, NV 89170-0126.
should award me this scholarship.” Due April 1, 2014.
Southern Nevada Chapter – Public Education Foundation
Southern Nevada high school graduates with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA or College/University students in Southern Nevada with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA who plan to pursue a career in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or Public Administration may apply for this scholarship. Student must attend an accredited post-secondary college or university. Preference will be given to southern Nevada high school and college students. Four scholarships in the amount of $3,000 each will be offered.
https://thepef.academicworks.com/opportunities/219
ASHRAE (Building Technology) – Nevada Chapter
We provide two scholarships each year, one for students at University of Nevada, Reno, the other for students at Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), Reno
http://www.nonevashrae.org/
Silver State Schools Credit Union
Offers annual scholarships to our members who are high school seniors. Applications can be found on our website at the beginning of each new year.
http://www.silverstatecu.com/life-planning/saving-for-college/looking-for-scholarships.aspx#sthash.BOT7cuga.dpuf
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RHMC) US Scholarship Program
Graduating High School Seniors from northern Nevada who are legal US residents should apply for one of 37 renewable scholarships awarded each year! The deadline is January 21 and award notices are sent in May and June. Awards are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study.
www.rmhc-reno.org/html/scholarships.html
Soroptimist International of Truckee Meadows Scholarships
Please refer to the website for specifics regarding the multiple scholarship applications available annually for both women in Northern Nevada currently attending Northern Nevada institutions of
www.sitmnv.org/scholarships_awards.html
Higher Education and graduating seniors from Washoe County high schools. Please see the website for details of individual opportunities. Applications available from October through March annually with submission deadlines in mid-December through mid-March. There are multiple awards annually which range from $500 to $10,000.
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Nevada
Apply for a T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood Nevada scholarship today and get 80% of costs covered toward your bachelor degree in Human Development and Family Studies! Please peruse our website for more program details, eligibility requirements, and contact information.
www.nvteach.org
UNCF – Minority Education Organization Scholarships
UNCF is the nation's largest and most effective minority education organization
https://scholarships.uncf.org/
Greater Nevada Credit Union Scholarship
Graduating high school seniors who are a Greater Nevada member or the child of a Greater Nevada member. Selection criteria will be based primarily on financial need. Additional criteria will include academic performance, school and community involvment and written recommendations from school and community leaders. Selected recipients are required to be enrolled or attend school on a full time basis. Applications open in January and close at the end of March.
www.gncu.org/about-us/community-involvement/gncu-college-scholarships.html
Otto Huth Scholarship
This fund is available to children in custody of the Nevada Division of Child and Family Services who meet the following criteria: the child must have been in our custody in a foster or group home and must be graduating
www.dcfs.state.nv.us/DCFS_IndependentLiving-OtherEd.htm
from high school or receiving the GED the year of application. Deadline for application is April 15th of each year.
Former Foster Youth
If you are a former foster youth currently attending school or thinking of attending school you are likely eligible for financial assistance.
www.childrenscabinet.org/main.asp?pID=304
Northern Nevada's Children's Cancer Foundation's Inspire Scholarship
This scholarship is available to those who have been diagnosed with a form of cancer, are a current resident of Nevada, accepted into an accredited institution 2013-2014 school year, between the ages of 18-25, and display and aspiring attitude. Annual application deadline varies each spring. For more information contact [email protected]
www.nvchildrenscancer.org/how-we-help/inspire-adolescent-young-adult-survivors/
Raymond H. Berner Memorial Scholarship
Applicant must have graduated from a Northern Nevada high school. Applicant must have a minimum college GPA of 2.75 (high school minimum is 3.0). Applicant must include an application, a 1-2 page statement (see website for topics), list of activities (see website), transcripts, and one letter of recommendation. Apply each March.
www.bernerscholarship.org
Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must apply for financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid Attend one of the 47 TMCF Member Schools Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551; Demonstrate leadership qualities and service experience; Be recommended by a
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.net/scholarship/about-scholarships-program
Faculty or Staff member of your current school. For Students of Color.
Community Foundation of Western Nevada Scholarships (Multiple)
The Community Foundation of Western Nevada offers multiple scholarships for a wide variety of students. For details on specific scholarships, please visit the website.
www.cfwnv.org/page33052.cfm
Reno Area Chapter 99s Women Pilots (Private Certificate) Scholarship
Applicants must currently reside within 75 nm of Reno, have lived in the area for at least a year, hold a valid student pilot cerfiticate or pilot's license and current medical, and have not been a recipient of any Reno Area 99s scholarship for the past three years; and have completed first solo flight.
www.renohighsierra99s.org/
Talbots Women’s Scholarship Program
T The Talbots Charitable Foundation is proud to present a scholarship program for women pursuing a college degree later in life. This program is for the 2014 academic year and includes one $30,000 Nancy Talbot Scholarship Award, which is named in memory of the founder of Talbots, and thirty $5,000 awards. Applications are available online starting November 20, 2013, through January 20, 2014, at https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen. Only the first 5,000 eligible applications will be processed.
http://www.talbots.com/online/landing/landingPage.jsp?landingPage=scholarship&_requestid=18880
Nevada Women's Fund (NWF) Scholarships
NWF scholarships are designated for northern Nevada women pursuing a course of study at a northern Nevada educational institution. If an eligible applicant wishes to pursue a course of study that is not offered at a northern Nevada (or Nevada) institution, the
www.nevadawomensfund.org/apps/scholarships.cfm
NWF will consider allocating a scholarship for pursuit of study at an out of region or out of state institution. The NWF allocations committee reserves the right to make these decisions on a case by case basis. Scholarships may be used for undergraduate, graduate studies or vocational study. Applications open in January and the application deadline is March 25th annually.
American Indian Services
Applicants must be one-quarter Native American Blood Applicant must be an undergraduate student with no more than 150 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.25 For more information, please visit the website.
www.americanindianservices.org/students.html
American Business Women's Association (ABWA) - Stephen Bufton Memorial Educational Fund Scholarships
Eligible candidates are women who are citizens of the U.S. and who are seeking a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Each scholarship has a variety of additional criteria and the application deadline is May 15 annually. Awards range from $5,000 to $10,000.
www.sbmef.org
American Indian Education Foundation Scholarship
Applicant must be of Native American or Alaska Native descent Enrolled as a full-time student An ACT score of 14 or above is desirable Applicant must submit packet (see application for complete list). Applications due annually in April.
www.nrcprograms.org/site/PageServer?pagename=aief_progs_sf_scholarshipfund
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarships (Multiple)
Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage. To qualify, you must: Be a community college or undergraduate student Be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident,
www.hsf.net/en/scholarships/programs/
or an eligible non-citizen Have plans to enroll FULL-TIME at a two or four year U.S. accredited institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam in the upcoming academic year. Be pursuing first undergraduate degree.
Government Finance Officers Association (Multiple annual scholarships)
Daniel B. Goldberg - $11,000 scholarship open to full-time graduate students interested in pursuing a career in state and local government finance; Frank L Greathouse Government Accounting - $6,000 each; Minorities in Government Accounting -$6,000; Government Finance Professional Development Scholarship - $6,000 each - open to part-time graduate students currently employed by a state or local government. Winners will be invited to the annual conference of GFOA May 18-21 - expenses paid. Deadline for application is February 21.
www.gfoa.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=96&Itemid=107
AICPA Scholarships (Multiple Annual Scholarships)
The AICPA offers many scholarship opportunities for accounting students at varying points in their academic careers. Application deadline April 1. For more details, please visit the AICPA website.
www.aicpa.org/BecomeACPA/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
El Dorado County Local Scholarships
Scholarships are available to individuals who reside in El Dorado County (or resided in El Dorado County at the time of high school graduation) and are: 1) graduating high school seniors or college, university or graduate school students, and 2) Minimum cumulative GPA is 3.0. Various scholarships are advertised on the site and applications are due annually prior to May 1.
www.edc-scholarships.org/default.asp
The "Do-Over" Scholarship and 12 others
These scholarships, which range from $1,000 to $3,000, are open to all U.S. students 13
www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
years of age or older who will attend an accredited institution of higher education. Scholarships will be awarded annually to students who best respond to each of the various topics. Application deadlines vary for each scholarship annually.
REACH Education Grant Program – KFC staff members – High School
The Foundation’s REACH Educational Grant Program helps KFC restaurant hourly Team Members and Shift Supervisors pursue their educational dreams. These $2,000 grants help Team Member recipients attend accredited four-year and two-year educational institutions, as well as trade/vocational schools. Winners are selected via a competitive application process and may reapply each year. We will begin accepting applications for the 2014 REACH Educational Grant on March 15, 2014.
http://www.kfc.com/foundation/
Soroptimist International Women's Opportunity Scholarship
Eligible applicants for these $10,000 awards must be women who provide the primary financial support for their families, and who are enrolled in or have been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Only residents of Soroptimist International of the Americas' 19 member countries and territories are eligible to apply. Applications are available through the Soroptimist website and must be submitted prior to December 1.
www.soroptimist.org/awards/apply.html
National Garden Clubs (NGC) Inc. Scholarship
One-year scholarship ($3500) available to full-time juniors, seniors or graduate students, sophomores may submit an application for their junior year. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the
www.gardenclub.org/scholarships/
U.S. A mimimum 3.25 GPA is required. Applicants must be planning a career related to gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design or horticulture in one of the following majors: Agronomy, Agriculture Education, Floriculture, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Botany-Biology, Forestry, Wildlife Science, Plant Pathology/Science, Rural/Urban City Planning, Habitat or Forest/Systems Ecology, Environmental Concerns (Management: Environmental/Horticulture Resource/Environmental Behavior), Environmental Conservation (incl. Engineering, Law etc), and Land Management. General application forms must be submitted by March 1 each year.
ISA Educational Foundations Scholarship
Recipients of awards are full-time college or university students in either a graduate, undergraduate, or 2 yr. degree program with at least an overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Students should be enrolled in a program in automation and control or a closely related field. Application deadline is February 15.
www.isa.org/Content/NavigationMenu/General_Information/Students/Scholarships/Scholarships.htm
Jonathan O. Davis Scholarship
Applicants must be of graduate level and enrolled in an M.S or Ph.D. program with research experience in the geologic component or geologic techniques focused on the Great Basin and adjacent areas Applicants should include (1) a cover letter explaining how he/she qualifies for the award (2) a current resume (3)a two-page, single spaced description of the thesis/dissertation research, which also clearly documents the geological orientation and research significance; and (4) a letter of
www.dri.edu/graduate-scholarships/189-the-jonathan-o-davis-scholarship-in-quaternary-sciences
recommendation from the thesis/dissertation supervisor, which emphasizes the student's ability and potential as a Quarernary scientist. Apply by February 15.
NPG Scholarship
High school seniors as well as currently-enrolled college undergraduates are invited to answer a population-related question, with their own experience and insight guiding their ideas for a solution. Winners receive a designated scholarship amount, paid towards undergraduate tuition at the accredited college or university they attend. For more information, please visit the website.
www.npg.org/scholarships.html
ACWA Water Law and Policy Scholarship
Applicants must be graduate students pursuing a master's, doctorate or law degree in a field related to or identified with law, policy or public administration Applicants must demonstrate a focus or concentration in the field of California water resources Applicants must have completed their undergraduate work and be enrolled in at least eight units per term. Applications must be postmarked by APRIL 1 of each year.
www.acwa.com/content/acwa-water-law-policy-scholarship
Spencer Educational Foundation
A variety of Scholarships for Full-Time Undergraduate Students. While each scholarship has distinct eligibility requirements, students are required to complete one full-time application. The Education Committee of the Foundation will consider applicants who meet the following criteria: Full-time student (12 hours or more per term) - undergraduate junior/senior; Field of study - normally a major or minor in a risk management discipline; Career objective
www.spencered.org/Programs/StudentScholarships/CriteriaApplication
in risk management; GPA of 3.0 or higher; Relevant work experience; Leadership skills.
Army Emergency Relief Scholarships (Multiple)
Army Emergency Relief maintains two scholarship programs: the Spouse Education Assistance Program and the MG James Ursano Scholarship Program for dependent children. Both scholarships provide financial assistance for students who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree. Please visit the website for more details.
www.aerhq.org/dnn563/Scholarships.aspx
Student Veterans of America - Google
As part of our commitment to military veterans, Google established the Google SVA Scholarship in partnership with Student Veterans of America. The scholarship provides assistance to student veterans who are pursuing university degrees in the field of computer science in the U.S. Selected students will receive 10,000 USD for the 2014-2015 school year and will be invited to attend the Google Scholars’ Retreat in the summer of 2014.
http://www.google.com/edu/students/google-sva-scholarship/
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships (Multiple Annual Scholarships)
Multiple scholarships are awarded to students showing dedication to the pursuit of degrees in diverse disciplines including history, law, nursing, and education. The DAR Scholarship Committee awards scholarships to qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, sex or national origin. All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance at an accredited college or university in the United States. All applications must be postmarked by February 15. Please visit the website for more details.
www.dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm
Campus Discovery $2,500 This scholarship is open to U.S. citizens www.campusdiscovery.com/start
"Advice to Your High School Self" Scholarship
enrolled at any two- or four-year college in the U.S. Applicants must complete an online survey, and respond in 200 words or less: "Assume you could go back in time and talk to yourself as a high school senior. Knowing what you know now about college life and making the transition, what advice would you give yourself?" Please apply online prior to January 31 annually.
Ron Brown Scholarship
The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. The applicant must be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card. Current college students are not eligible to apply. For more information, please visit the website.
www.ronbrown.org
Point Foundation - The National LGBT Scholarship Fund
Point Foundation is the nation's large scholarship granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students of merit. Individuals enrolled in either an undergraduate or graduate program, beginning or continuing in the fall, are eligible to apply. Interested applicants should visit Point's website to review current Point Scholars’ biographies and assess the type of scholars that are generally selected. Applicants do not need straight A's to apply, yet Point is looking for individuals who have proven leadership skills, excellent scholastic achievements, and want to make a difference in the world. All applicants are evaluated on the totality of their situation including
http://www.pointfoundation.org/OnlineApplicationInfo
academic accomplishments, financial, leadership within extra-curricular and career-related activities, personal circumstances and goals for the future. Apply online.
Clark E. DeHaven Scholarship
Applicants must be sophomore, juniors, or seniors planning for a career in the foodservice industry and majoring in a food service-related field of study. Application deadline is February 15.
www.nacufs.org/careers-scholarships/
Phi Kappa Phi Scholarships (Multiple)
Scholarships awarded to outstanding students, Phi Kappa Phi members and chapters through the Society's various awards competitions: the Fellowship, Phi Kappa Phi Scholar & Artist, Study Abroad Grants, Literacy Grants, and Love of Learning. For details on specific awards, please visit the website.
www.phikappaphi.org/web/Awards/Scholarships_Awards.html
National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Scholarship Program
Applicants must be legally blind, living in the United States, enrolled in accredited universities, and winners must attend the NFB annual convention.
www.nfb.org/scholarships
New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Semiannual Scholarship
This is a merit-based scholarship for students pursuing higher education with an emphasis in one of the following fields: Nursing, Medicine, Engineering, Natural or Applied Sciences. This is a semi-annual scholarship with the application deadline for the Fall scholarship of June 30 and the Spring scholarship deadline of November 30.
www.newlookhouston.com/New_Look_Scholarship.html
Life & Health Insurance Foundation For Education (LIFE) Scholarship
This is a scholarship program to benefit students who have suffered the death of a parent or guardian. Applicants are required to submit an essay (500 words MAX) or video (3-minutes MAX) describing how losing a parent or guardian affected you emotionally
www.lifehappens.org/scholarship
and financially. Essays should describe the impact that life insurance (or the lack thereof) had on family finances and on the ability of students to fund college costs. Scholarships range from $2,000 to $15,000. Apply during March.
The Actuarial Foundation Scholarships (Multiple)
The Actuarial Foundation supports the future of the actuarial profession and fosters the best and brightest students through its scholarships. These scholarships and programs not only offset the cost of education for individuals, but are prestigious honors. Award recipients are selected by representatives of the actuarial profession, who may one day be their peers. For more information, please visit the website.
www.actuarialfoundation.org/programs/actuarial/scholarships.shtml
U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship
Forty $1,000 scholarships are awarded in a random drawing. No essays required. Available to high school seniors and college undergraduates. Applications are open from January through May.
www.usbank.com/community/financial-education/scholarship.html
Beans for Brains Scholarship Program
The Beans for Brains Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship for students attending an accredited and approved institution of higher education. The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, undergraduate, graduate and professional school students in any course of study. To be eligible for a Beans for Brains Scholarship, an applicant must know how to knit or crochet and must complete the annual application during March.
www.jimmybeanswool.com/scholarship
Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest
$5,000 Grand Prize available to undergraduate full-time Juniors or Seniors at accredited four year colleges or universities in
www.ethicsprize.org
the United States during the Fall 2012 Semester. The suggested essay topic: Articulate with clarity an ethical issue that you have encountered and analyze what it has taught you about ethics and yourself. Deadline is December 2.
Art Metal Workshop Inc's "Wrought Iron Art" Scholarship
Annually, there will be 2 $1,000 scholarships. Must be a currently enrolled student at a school within the United States or Canada and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be 16 years or older at time of enrollment and submit a 500-3000 word essay prior to 12/1 annually.
www.art-metal.ca/scholarship.html
Veterans United Scholarship
Five bi-annual $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to help pay for tuition and books. Potential applicants must be pursuing a post-secondary degree at an accredited college or university, submit a transcript reflecting a minimum 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale), and have a connection to the military in one of the following ways: Active-duty service member, Veteran, Spouse of active-duty military member or veteran, Surviving spouse of a fallen soldier, Child of a military member or veteran. Applicants must also submit an essay no longer than 750 words based on one of three prompts made available in the spring (March 15th) and fall (September 15th) by the Veterans United Foundation. Spring essays will be accepted April 1st - 30th and recipients will be announced by May 15th. Fall submissions will be accepted October 1st - 31st with recipients being announced by November 15th.
www.veteransunited.com/about/scholarships/
Marketing EDGE A number of scholarships are available to www.marketingedge.org/marketing-programs/student-
Scholarships undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated an interest in pursuing careers in direct/interactive marketing i.e. email, social media, digital marketing, etc. A complete listing and description of these scholarships is listed on the provided link. Application is open from November through early May.
marketing-scholarships
Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship
This scholarship is available to incoming male freshman attending the University of Nevada this fall. Applicants should strive to live a balanced lifestyle through criteria that includes leadership, scholarship, gentlemanly behavior and athleticism. There is no obligation to join the Fraternity if you receive one of the scholarships. Annual application deadline varies each spring.
www.SigEpNV.org
Mark A. Forester Scholarship
Any student who is currently enrolled in school, or will be enrolled during the year can apply annually prior to July 31. To enter, the student must write a 300-500-word essay explaining how they go about honoring America's military heroes. You can simply send the essay, with your full name, school you will be attending, and contact information to [email protected].
www.rockymountainmattress.com/company/mark-a-forester-scholarship.php
Spokeo Connections
Students will submit an original essay no later than November 20th for a spring semester scholarship of $1,000. The deadline for the coming academic year is July 1. All entries must be submitted through the official Spokeo Connections Scholarship submission form found through our official site. To be eligible, applicants must be either a recently graduated high school senior who will enroll
www.spokeo.com/spokeo-connections-scholarship
as a freshman at a four-year or two-year college or university in the Spring of 2014 OR a full-time student currently enrolled at a an accredited four-year or two-year college or university; maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above; and must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Legal Leaders Scholarship
The Console & Hollawell $1,000 Legal Leaders Scholarship is available to students who are pursuing a career in law. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the following areas: pre-law, paralegal studies, or working towards their juris doctorate in any concentration of the law. Must be a full-time student attending (or planning to attend on a full-time basis) an accredited institution of higher education with a 3.0 GPA. Application is due in July.
www.consoleandhollawell.com/pages/legal-leaders-scholarship/
The Drive to Learn Scholarship
Applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled full time (at least 12 undergraduate units or 6-9 graduate units) at a single educational institution located in the continental United States. Must submit a 750-1000 word response to one of four essay prompts along with the application. Deadline to submit is March 1.
www.shiftins.com/automobile/car-insurance-program.aspx
The Parker Waichman Scholarship
The Parker Waichman law firm is sponsoring an essay contest on the topic of "How would you change a current US law to improve society?" The winner of the contest will be awarded $1,000 to use towards tuition. To enter, simply write a 300-500 word essay explaining an existing law - federal, state or local - and demonstrate examples of how changing the law would enhance rights.
www.yourlawyer.com/topics/overview/parker-waichman-scholarship
Deadline is July 31.
U.S. Army Center of Military History Dissertation Fellowships
To support scholarly research and writing among qualified civilian graduate students preparing dissertations in the history of warfare, the Center offers three Dissertation Fellowships each year. One, funded by the National Museum of the U.S. Army, is designed to support dissertations that explore the material culture of the Army; the two others support research in the more general areas of military history in all its many aspects. In your application please specify if you wish to compete for the two general fellowships or for the Museums fellowship. These fellowships carry a $10,000 stipend and access to the Center's facilities and technical expertise. Application information is available on the website and applications must be postmarked by January 15.
www.history.army.mil/html/about/df-geninfo.html
UNR (varied professions & majors)
A list of specific scholarships for majors at UNR. These are provided from the Major of interest.
http://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/understanding-financial-aid/scholarships/scholarships-from-colleges
National Merit Scholarships
Specific to UNR - The University of Nevada, Reno's most prestigious scholarship awards fall semester entering freshmen who are National Merit Finalists. This scholarship awards $15,000 per year for up to four consecutive years of undergraduate study. Must submit a complete application for admission to the University of Nevada, Reno by February 1st.
http://www.unr.edu/financial-aid/understanding-financial-aid/scholarships/national-merit
National Merit Scholarship – President’s Scholar Award
Specific to UNLV – Deadline is February 1. Amount $5,000. Annual award for Valedictorians and National Merit Finalists who are entering freshmen planning to attend
http://www.unlv.edu/finaid/scholarships/president
the University of Nevada. Number of awards varies. Renewable.
The Howard Brown Rickard Scholarship
Available for students who are legally blind in both eyes and currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time program in engineering, law, medicine, natural sciences, or architecture. The scholarship is offered by the National Federation for the Blind. Applicants must participate in the complete NFB national convention and in all scholarship program activities. The federation awards 30 scholarships a year and individuals must apply by March 31.
nfb.org/scholarship-program
National Merit Scholarships
The National Merit® Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®)—a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year—and by meeting published program entry/participation requirements.
http://www.nationalmerit.org/
STEM Teachers Scholarships
The AFCEA Educational Foundation is offering at least 50 scholarships of $5,000 each to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or credential/licensure for the purpose of teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) subjects at a U.S. middle or secondary school. The scholarships are made possible by generous contributions from Booz Allen Hamilton, Terremark Worldwide, AFCEA International
http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/TeachersScholarship.asp
and several of AFCEA’s regional chapters.
The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Site
The Truman is a very competitive national scholarship. Each year, the Foundation reviews over 600 applications for our 55 to 65 Scholarships awarded annually. These 600 applications do not include the students who compete on their own campus for one of a school's four nominations.
http://truman.gov
NV Energy Scholarships At NV Energy we are committed to building strong, healthy and diverse communities and we believe that a strong community has an educated and productive workforce at its base. To support attainment of a higher education for our youth, NV Energy is offering our Powerful Partnership Scholarship Program. One-time scholarships of $1,000 are awarded based on the program's selection criteria and on the number of applications received.
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Updated March 27, 2014