Additional Scholarships

Apply for the CampusRN - Kentucky Nursing Scholarship
Visit CampusRN to apply for the $2500.00 regional
                                           scholarship.

The Community College Transfer Scholarship Program, in partnership with the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, is open to Hispanic students transferring from a community college to an approved, accredited four-year institution. Eligible students are Hispanic Americans who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents, full-time undergraduate students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online at www.hsf.net/scholarship.aspx?id=428.

The CSBG Scholarship program provides financial assistance for low-income students enrolled in secondary education programs. Students enrolled in an Illinois college, university, or vocational training program by September 8, 2009, have primary residence in Chicago, and meet established income guidelines. For more information or to download an application go to www.cityofchicago.org/fss (click on CSBG Scholarship) or call 312-746-8590.  Applications must be received by the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services at 1615 W. Chicago Avenue, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL  60622 no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2009.

Conference of Women Legislators 
The Conference of Women Legislators, a not-for-profit organization and a bipartisan coalition of women legislators in the Illinois General Assembly, have created a scholarship program for women.  The one-year scholarship is worth up to $2,500 for tuition, books and fees; it will not cover room and board.  Applicants must carry at least seven credit hours to qualify, making the scholarships available to part-time students.  For more information or to download an application, visit the COWL Web site at www.cowlil.com.  Applications must be received by April 10.

CWO 3 Charles E. Nalley Scholarship Award
The Southwest Illinois Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will award a $1,000 scholarship for one year of College.  The scholarship may be used by the winner for his/her tuition, books or general college expenses.  The applicant must be a high school senior or a currently enrolled undergraduate, full-time student of an accredited college or university in the award year.  The applicant must also be a relative; i.e. son, daughter or grandchild of a current active, dues paying member (for a minimum of one year) of the chapter.  Applicant must be enrolled and attending the college by September 30th of the award year. Deadline for applications is March 16, 2010.  Applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid.

Datatel Scholarship Foundation (2009/2010 Academic Year)

The Datatel scholarship is open to full and part time students (taking at least 6 hours). Each applicant must submit a personal essay of no more than 1,000 words. They must also obtain 2 letters of recommendation. Their GPA and civic involvement are also figured into the applicants score. http://www.datatelscholars.org/.  Deadline: January 30, 2009

Davies-Jackson Scholarship
The Davies-Jackson Scholarship presents a unique opportunity for an outstanding student, who is the first in his or her family to graduate from college, to participate in a course of study in the United Kingdom at St. John's College at Cambridge University, following their graduation.  The two-year, full scholarship to St. John's covers all tuition, fees, room and board during term-time, living expenses during summer vacation, and travel to and from England.  We seek applications from students who have demonstrated enthusiasm for and achievement in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, and who wish to enrich the depth of his or her learning and experience within the British tutorial system.  Application materials for the Davies-Jackson Scholarship will be available in September 2010.  Application materials may be obtained by accessing the Davies-Jackson web site at:  http://www.cic.edu/projects_services/grants/daviesjackson/index.asp.

DegreeDirectory Academic Business Scholarship
This scholarship is to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing bachelor level degrees related to business management, information systems management, marketing, finance, accounting, human resource management, and entrepreneurship.  Selection is based on academic history, extracurricular activities, and employment history.  Financial need is not considered.  Eligible students must be full-time students during the academic year the scholarship is received.  The $1,000 Annual Scholarship deadline is April 1st of each year.  You can view details about the scholarship and last year's winner here:  http://degreedirectory.org/pages/business_scholarship.html 

Diversityabroad.com
Diversity Abroad, in cooperation with AIFS, will offer twenty, $1,000 scholarships for spring 2010, summer 2010 and fall 2010 study abroad. Six scholarships are available for the fall, six for the spring and eight for the summer.  Scholarships are only available for students studying or interning abroad on credit-bearing programs offered by a Diversity Abroad member organization. Economically disadvantaged students, African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic/Latino and Native-American students are strongly encouraged to apply.  http://www.diversityabroad.com/scholarships 

Fastweb.com
Fastweb.com is a free, scholarship search engine that complies national, community, and collegespecific scholarships available anywhere. http://www.fastweb.com

First In My Family Scholarship

The First In My Family Scholarship offers Hispanic-American students who are the first in their family to attend college, and have financial need. The program is open to Hispanic-Americans who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have minimal grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Apply online at www.hispanicfund.org.

The Gilman Scholarship Fund
The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers a competition for awards for undergraduate study abroad. Awards of up to $5,000 are made for U.S. citizen undergraduates to study abroad. Award amounts will vary depending on the length of study and student need with the average award being $4,000.
Eligibility: For any U.S. citizen in good academic standing and who is taking part in any credit-bearing study abroad program for up to one academic year. Student must demonstrate financial need; students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding at a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate college or university are eligible to apply. Details available at www.iie.org/gilman

Glenn Miller Scholarship Competition

Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors or first year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future life. Applicants must submit a clear high-quality audio CD or cassette of good length with either an instrumental or vocal performance. It must also include a statement of musical intention. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Deb Corcoran or Arlene Leonard at 712-542-2461 or via e-mail: gmbs@heartland.net.  Come into the Financial Aid Office for an application or go to www.glennmiller.org.  Deadline: March 15, 2010

The Global Studies Grant for Student Travel and Study Abroad
Designed to support foreign language training and other academic studies abroad, this grant provides supplemental funds for American students who already are studying abroad under the auspices of an official study abroad program conducted by an accredited academic institution.  The Global Studies Foundation seeks to support a formative experience abroad for the recipient, who also must share this experience with others upon his or her return - ideally, with multiple audiences and vaired media.  We are particularly interested in funding the study of strategically significant countries and languages.
Applicants must be US citizens and currently enrolled full-time and in good academic standing in an accredited secondary or postsecondary institution. Among the most significant selection criteria are academic performance (as indicated in courses, grades, recommendations, and other achievements), program merit, and outreach potential. Grant recipients will be expected to acknowledge GSF's support, to report on their experiences, and to work with GSF to share those experiences as widely as possible.  http://www.globalstudiesfoundation.org/ShowContents.cfm?CategoryID=64

GoAbroad.com Scholarship Database
This website offers a list of funding opportunities and scholarships searchable by country or subject area.  http://scholarships.goabroad.com/

Google - Doodle 4 Google
Google's second annual Doodle for Google will award a $15,000 scholarship to one K-12 student. The scholarship can be used at any school the student selects. To be considered for the prize, students must redesign the Google logo. The design theme for this year is: 'If I Could Do Anything, I Would?' A teacher must register for the competition on behalf of the student. Check out www.google.com/doodle4google for official rules and details on how to enter the competion.  The registration deadline is March 17, 2010. Doodles must be submitted by March 31, 2010.

Grover Hermann Foundation Scholarship
The Grover Hermann Foundation Scholarship will award five scholarships in the amount of $2,500 to students with a 2.5 GPA with unmet financial need.   www.acifund.org 

Eligible applicants for the Hancock County Retired Teachers’ Scholarships must have been accepted into a teacher certification program at the sophomore, junior, or senior level.  Applicants must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be a graduate of a Hancock County High School.  Applicants for this scholarship can be obtained at the Regional Office of Education #26 office in Carthage or Macomb, Illinois, or can be obtained at the Office of Financial Aid.  This scholarship has a value of $500.  Applications must be filed by April 23, 2010.

Hispanocare, Inc. Student Scholarship

Established in 1996, Hispanocare has provided scholarships for students of Latino descent whose studies are in the healthcare field.  Funds are awarded to individuals of Latino backgrounds who are enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) as full-time and part-time students by fall of 2010.  Award amounts vary depending on donor donations.  Priority deadline is Friday, October 8, 2010.  Visit our web site at http://www.advocatehealth.com/immc/body.cfm?id=105 or stop in the Financial Aid Office for an application.
 

HSBC Scholars Scholarship

This scholarship awards students who are first generation college students. Preference will be given to graduates of ACI’s College Readiness Program. Fliers with more information are available in the Office of Financial Aid or you can apply online at www.acifund.org/scholarships.

IAA Foundation
The IAA Foundation is pleased to announce plans to award 57 scholarships to students majoring in agriculture, agri-business, or a related field, as well as many scholarships open to any major.  Applications, guidelines, and an Activities template are available as Word documents on the IAA Foundation website, www.iaafoundation.org as of December 1, 2009.  For additional information, contact charms-garman@ilfb.org, or call the IAA Foundation office at (309) 557-2230.  The application deadline is February 1, 2010.

Independent Accountants Association of Illinois Scholarship Foundation

IL Retired Teacher Association

Must be a junior or senior in college with a 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale and have been selected into a teaching training program. Applicants must be a child, grandchild or great-grandchild of an IRTA member. In 2008 the IRTA is offering six $1,500 scholarships to Illinois students split between the two semesters. Applications are in the Office of Financial Aid.

 

Illinois Hospital Research and Education Foundation
Applicants must be enrolled in a hospital-related health care professional program with a minimum of a 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, and must be Illinois residents. Students having less than one academic year remaining after graduation are not eligible for consideration. Scholarships are based on student’s scholastic achievement, financial need, and availability of funds. Applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid.  Direct questions to Renna Lemberis, 630/276-5498 or rlemberis@ihastaff.org.  Completed application and references must reach IHREF by April 15, 2010.

Illinois Sheriffs' Association Scholarships
The Illinois Sheriffs' Association will be awarding 105 scholarships throughout the State of Illinois.  The student must be enrolled full-time and must be permanent Illinois residents.  Scholarships are to be utilized at institutions of higher learning within the State of Illinois.  Applications are now available at the local sheriff's offices or on the internet at www.ilsheriff.org.  Students must fill out the application, complete the written essay and return all documentation to the sheriff's office in the county of your permanent residence by April 12, 2010 (must be postmarked by this date).

IIEPassport Study Abroad Directories
IIEPassport Study Abroad Directories, a joint project between the Institute of International Education and Education Dynamics, provides an online directory of study abroad funding scholarships and grants searchable by country or subject.  http://iiepassport.org/ 

IIEPassport Study Abroad Funding
This valuable funding resource allows you to search by country or subject to find the study abroad funding information that you need. The comprehensive database of study abroad scholarships, fellowships, and grants can help make your dream of studying abroad a financial possibility and a profound reality. www.studyabroadfunding.org
 

J.A.M. Scholarship - Trenton First United Methodist Church
The mission of this scholarship is to honor the memory of Justin Melzer, a 21 year old young man who died Sept. 7, 2009, and his ministry through music and to encourage participation in church music ministries.  Annually a $500 stipend will be awarded to a qualified recipient.  Applicants for this scholarship must be a member of a United Methodist Church in the Illinois Great Rivers Conference.  These persons may either be graduating high school seniors, college undergraduates, or students attending a tech or trade school.  To obtain an application for this scholarship, you can go to the church's website at www.trentonfumc.com and click on the link to the scholarship.  Copies are available in the Office of Financial Aid or the church office at 220 N. Main Street - Trenton, IL.  Phone is 618-224-7364.  Deadline to apply is April 1, 2010.

John T. Petters Foundation
In memory of John T. Petters, scholarship funds are available to undergraduate students who are members of a John T. Petters Foundation Partner University and/or Non-profit organizations or undergraduates who apply separately as an "Open Scholar". These students must be pursuing a study abroad program that has a focus on international business.  http://www.johntpettersfoundation.org/default.aspx
 
KyCPA
The Educational Foundation of the Kentucky Society of CPAs awards scholarships each year for outstanding students at Kentucky colleges and universities.  For more information, go to the KyCPA student site www.cpa2be.org or contact Becky Ackerman at backerman@kycpa.org; 502.266.5272; 800.292.1754 (in KY.)  The deadline for scholarship and Becker CPA Review Course grant applications is January 29, 2010.

MB Financial Bank Scholarship
MB Financial Bank will award one scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to a low-to-moderate income student with a 3.0 GPA. Information must be submitted by May 1, 2009.  Information at www.acifund.org.
 
Media Communication Scholarships
Tim Russert Scholarship (one each year) is available for students pursuing degrees leading to careers in broadcast journalism.  Press Club Internship Scholarships (one each semester: spring, summer, fall) are available to students attending a college or university in the St. Louis metropolitan area and who are able to intern at the Press Club office 10-12 hours per week (130 total hours).  Summer Internship Scholarships (multiple internship scholarships given each summer) are available for students' arranging their own internships to meet degree requirements.  Journalism Foundation Scholarships (multiple scholarships funded by various St. Louis organizations and private donations) are available for students funded by the Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis, St. Louis chapters of the Society of Professional Journalists, International Association of Business Communicators, Baseball Writers Association, Public Relations Society of America; St. Louis Newspaper Guild, Greater St. Louis Association of Black Journalists, Fleishman-Hillard, Inc., and private donations.  Also, Harold Ferman Photojournalism Achievement Award.  Application forms can be obtained at www.stlpressclub.org/scholarships.html or through Glenda Partlow, Executive Director, Press Club of Metropolitan St. Louis, PO Box 410522, St. Louis, MO 63141, (636) 230-1973 info@stlpressclub.org.   Applications due by March 30, 2010.

Michele & Peter Willmott Minority Student Leadership Fund

Minority students who are freshman or sophomores and must be outstanding volunteers and leaders who have unmet financial need. Fliers with more information are available in the Office of Financial Aid or you can apply online at www.acifund.org/scholarships.

Microsoft - Rally Challenge
Microsoft holds a new Rally Challenge for students each month. Winners of every monthly challenge receive a prize and an opportunity to compete in the final challenge. The winner of the final challenge will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Students must be at least 16 years old (18 years old in Maine) to participate. The deadline for this month's Rally challenge is March 31, 2010.  www.microsoft.com/student/en/us/rally/

MLK Scholarship Award
The MLK Scholarship Award is to assist students who are pursuing higher education.  The scholarship is awarded to applicants who best exemplify the ideals of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  The $1,000 scholarship is a one-time award and may be used for expenses associated with college and campus life.
For additional information, please contact Elsie Walters or French Wilson at Human Resources, City of Decatur, 1 Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, IL  62523-1196.  Phone: (217) 424-2805  Fax:  (217) 424-2770  The completed application and all attachments must be postmarked by Wednesday, December 2, 2009.  Scholarship applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid.

Monsanto Hispanic Network Scholarship 2009
The Monsanto Hispanic Network Scholarship is designed to help subsidize a Hispanic student's college education.  To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be of Hispanic descent, U.S. residents, attending or going to attend a four-year university (Graduate students are not eligible).  Applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid.  Any questions or concerns, please contact Juan Atkins by e-mail at juan.a.atkins@monsanto.com.  All applications must be postmarked no later than July 17th, 2009.

National Federation of the Blind

For high school seniors through grad school students. All applicants for these scholarships must be legally blind, pursuing or planning to pursue a full-time, post secondary course of study in a degree program at a U.S. institution in 2009 academic school year, and if chosen, must participate in the entire NFB national convention and in all scheduled scholarship program activities. Applications can be completed online at www.nfb.org/scholarships. Questions: Contact Anil Lewis, 404-371-1000; E-mail: Scholarships@nfb.org.  Deadline: March 31, 2010

National Image, Inc.
The Central Illinois Chapter of National Image, Inc. will award three (3) scholarships this year in the amount of $1000.00 each. To be eligible the applicant must be of Latino background, currently enrolled in or accepted to attend an accredited university, college, or trade school, currently reside in Central Illinois, minimum un-weighted grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.00 scale.  More information and access to an electronic copy of the application is available at our website, www.cilimageinc.org.  Our application deadline this year is June25th 2010.

NASA-MUST Scholarship Application OPEN

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is sponsoring the Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology (MUST) Program, offering support to undergraduate students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines across the United States.  Program participants receive a scholarship, NASA internship and access to a wealth of professional development opportunities.  Available now online at www.nasa.gov/education/must.  Deadline for applications:  February 2, 2009
 

Navy Medicine

For students pursuing careers in medical, dental, and nursing, who are going to medical or dental school. The navy will pay for the entire tuition costs for medical school or dental school as well as the cost of required books and fees. For more information see http://www.cnrc.navy.mil/officer.  Deadline: Open 

New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Annual Scholarship 
$1,000 New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Annual Scholarship - a merit-based scholarship for students pursuing higher education with an emphasis in one of the following fields: nursing, medicine, natural or applied sciences, or engineering.  Scholarship information http://www.NewLookHouston.com/New_Look_Scholarship.html   Deadline: Application must be postmarked by June 30, 2010 for the fall scholarship and November 30, 2010 spring scholarship.

Nursing Scholarship Program
The Nursing Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of registered nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilties by helping needy students complete their registered nurse training. In exchange for the scholarship, upon graduation, the newly minted nurses work at these types of facilities for at least 2 years.
Applications are accepted once each year, beginning in March or April and ending in April or May. Applicants selected to receive the scholarship are notified by postal letter no later than the end of July. Accepting applications until Thursday, May 6, 5pm ET.  http://www.hrsa.gov/loanscholarships/scholarships/nursing/