The University Scholars Program is available to incoming undergraduate, graduate and professional students. You must demonstrate financial need, the ability to explore new academic horizons, an excitement for original research, collaborative thinking and innovative scholarship to be eligible for this four-year award. U.S. citizenship is also required.
Additional Information
All applicants to Duke University are automatically considered for this award and no separate application is required
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Winston Churchill Scholarships
For a year of graduate study in Engineering, Mathematics, and Science at Churchill College, Cambridge University
DUKE UNIVERSITY
Trinity College of Arts and Sciences
INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS:
Eleven Churchill Scholarships, tenable for one year, are awarded annually for graduate study in engineering, mathematics, and that natural and physical sciences at Churchill College, Cambridge University.
ELIGIBILITY/SELECTION:
An applicant for nomination by the Duke Churchill Committee must be a U.S. citizen enrolled at Duke University or a recent graduate enrolled at one of the other participating colleges and universities. Eligibility to take up the scholarship requires that the candidate be between the ages of 19 and 26, hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a US college, and not have attained a doctorate.
The criteria for selection include:
(1) achievement in academic work as indicated by course grades,
(2) scores on the Graduate Record Examination "GRE",
(3) capacity for original, creative work as shown by special recognitions or letters of references,
(4) character, adaptability, a demonstrated concern for critical problems of society, and
(5) good health. Duke may nominate up to two students each year for consideration by the Churchill Foundation as scholars.
ADVISOR:
Information about the Churchill Scholarship program and application materials are available from the official Churchill Foundation web page. Materials describing Churchill College and Cambridge University may be reviewed in 103 West Duke Building or on the relevant web pages.
VALUE OF THE AWARD:
The scholarship covers all tuition and fees and includes a living allowance will be paid in pounds sterling, either 6,400 or 7,500 depending upon the length of the course of study. In addition there is a travel grant of $500. In all, the Churchill Scholarship, at current rates of exchange, is worth between $31,000 and $36,000, depending on the course of study.
At Alfred University, we believe education is the single most important investment a person will make during his or her lifetime.
We pledge to make every possible effort, within the resources available, to work with you in combining family resources, federal, state and University financial assistance programs, and possible alternative financing plans, to make your attendance at Alfred University a reality.
The Competition Scholarships are available to full-time freshmen entering Alfred University in the academic areas of business, engineering, mathematics, chemistry, English composition and performing arts. The exams, auditions or essay competitions are held on the Alfred University campus the fall of your senior year of high school. Awards may be renewed annually provided you maintain full-time enrollment, a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and good citizenship.
New York State Grants/Scholarships
New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Full-time graduate students who are New York state residents and who demonstrate need, as determined by the TAP analysis, are eligible to receive up to $550 per academic year for eight semesters of enrollment.
Alcorn State University has received recognition throughout the United States of America for its excellence in liberal arts, agricultural research, technology, nursing and fine arts. We also have one of the largest marching bands in the United States of America and have won numerous athletic championships in men's and women's sports. Our alumni have distinguished themselves in many professional arenas including medicine, law, government, education, business and entrepreneurship, research, entertainment, and professional athletics.
The ASU Foundation, Inc. Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students at Alcorn State University.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Because of the number of financial aid programs available, students should be able to find a program according to their needs. We will assist you as much as possible to meet your financial needs. The following are a number of general service and special scholarships which are available to qualified students.
I. UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS:
1.- Academic Scholarships:
Full - to be considered for a Full Scholarship the applicant must present a composite ACT score of 24 or above or its equivalence on the SAT and a 3.00 or better High School cumulative GPA on a 4.00 scale. This scholarship is renewable each year provided the student maintains a 3.50 or above cumulative average. This scholarship covers room, board, tuition, fees, and $350.00 book allowance. The recipient of this scholarship must be a first time freshman. Scholarship will not cover out-of-state fees.
Partial - to be considered for a Partial Scholarship the applicant must present a composite ACT score of 22 or 23 or its equivalence on the SAT with a 3.00 or above GPA. This scholarship is renewable each year provided the student maintains a 3.00 or above cumulative average. This scholarship covers tuition and fees and provides an additional $150.00 for books. The recipient of this scholarship must be a first time freshman. Scholarship will not cover out-of-state fees.
Community College Transfer Graduates Scholarships - to be considered for the Community College Transfer Graduate Scholarship the applicant must present an academic transcript with an overall GPA of 3.30 or above on a 4.00 scale. This full scholarship is renewable each year provided the student maintains a 3.00 or above average on a 4.00 scale. The recipient of this scholarship must have an Associate of Arts Degree. This scholarship will not cover out-of-state fees.
2.- Diversity Scholarships:
Full - same as Full Academic Scholarship, but is for non-black students only (intended to increase Caucasian enrollment).
Partial - same as Partial Academic Scholarship, but is for non-black students only (intended to increase Caucasian enrollment).
II. SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
Service Scholarships are available from specific programs on campus and are awarded by the specific program involved.
* Music Scholarships and Band Grants:
The university awards scholarships for students majoring in music providing they meet the criteria of the Department of Fine Arts. Band grants are awarded to students participating in marching band and meeting the criteria of the band program.
* Athletic Scholarships:
Numerous scholarships are available to athletes through the Department of Athletics. These scholarships are awarded based upon NCAA/SWAC regulations and criteria of the Department of Athletics.
* Army ROTC Scholarships:
The Army awards scholarships to students involved in the Army ROTC program on campus. They are available on a four, three, and two-year basis. The scholarship pays tuition, books, lab fees, selected academic expenses and $1,000 a year. The student will be commissioned as an Army officer upon receipt of the bachelor's degree.
III ASU FOUNDATION, INC. SCHOLARSHIPS
The Alcorn State University Foundation, Inc. administers a number of endowed scholarships, many of which have been established by family and friends in memory of beloved Alcornites or by faculty members. Students both graduate and undergraduate are able to apply based on the criteria for selection by the appropriate scholarship committee.
REQUIREMENTS:
1.- Financial Aid Awards are contingent upon admission as a regular student and enrollment at the University. A student may not be eligible for some types of financial aid, if not admitted as a regular, degree seeking student.
2.- Students are required to notify the Financial Aid Office of any additional financial aid received from sources outside ASU. Receipt of additional financial aid may result in an adjustment of the financial aid offered by ASU. Students receiving financial aid who find it necessary to add, drop or audit classes, have classes canceled, or do not begin attendance in any classes for which they are registered must notify the Financial Aid Office of such action immediately.
3.- Students must reapply for financial aid each academic year. Summer applications are available in the financial aid office if you plan to attend summer school.
4.- Students must submit a loan request form if applying for a William D. Ford Direct Loan. First time recipients of the William D. Ford Direct Loan must attend an entrance loan counseling session before funds can be disbursed. Students with a grade point average below 2.0 must make an appointment with the Default Prevention Coordinator before receiving a loan award.
Arcadia is a coeducational, private, comprehensive university offering a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs in a personalized setting. Founded in 1853, Arcadia University is located in Glenside, Cheltenham Township, just 25 minutes from Center City Philadelphia.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Overview
The Arcadia University Distinguished Scholarship is open to full-time freshmen and transfer students selected by the Office of Enrollment Management at Arcadia University. Selection for this renewable award will be based on grades, SAT/ACT scores, high school rank and school involvement.
Some students expect a private education to be extremely costly. While this may be true at some colleges and universities, the tuition and fees at Arcadia University are directly comparable to those of other private institutions of our size and we offer a number of financing options to make an Arcadia University education an affordable reality.
The personal attention that Arcadia University students receive extends beyond the classroom. The Enrollment Management staff is here to help you determine the best way to finance your education, whether you are starting out as a college freshman, entering as a transfer student or looking to earn your masters or doctoral degree. Financial Aid is administered through the Office of Enrollment Management, which consists of admissions and financial aid.
The Application Process
The financial aid application process does not have to be confusing or time-consuming. Follow the three simple steps to apply for federal, state and Arcadia University financial aid. Award letters begin to mailed beginning in late January to all accepted students who have submitted the appropriate paperwork. Most forms can be completed on-line.
Additional Information:
All students who apply for full-time enrollment will be considered.
Annually, NABJ awards deserving students interested in pursuing a career in journalism awards of more than $30,000 in NABJ scholarships. Each scholarship is worth up to $5,000. Scholarships are open to any foreign or American born students, currently attending an accredited four-year college/university in the U.S. or those who are candidates for graduate school.
Number of Awards Available: 2
Amount of the Award: $2,500
Eligibility Criteria
Competition for the scholarship is open to any black student who is currently attending an accredited four-year university. Students must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student who:
* Majors in journalism (print, radio, online, or television)
* Maintains a minimum 2.5 GPA
Additional Criteria:
* To be considered and to receive a scholarship, all applicants must be a member of NABJ
* Previous NABJ scholarship winners are not eligible
* All grants are awarded directly to the recipient's college or university
* The recipients will participate in the NABJ Mentor Program.
Scholarships will be awarded upon proof of enrollment. The winner will be formally recognized on the NABJ Web site and in the convention program book.
Created in response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The scholarship program is open to children of those who were killed or permanently disabled as a result of the terrorist attacks and who are enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Scholarship awards of up to $2,500 per applicant, per school year, are available and may be renewed annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Applications for the following scholarship programs are closed for 2006. Applications for the 2007 academic year will be available in January 2007. The 2006 winners of these scholarships will be announced this Fall.
Unmet Need Scholarship
Open to families with a combined income of $30,000 or less, this program is intended to supplement financial aid packages that fall more than $1,000 short of students' financial need. This scholarship is not designed as a substitute for aid provided by an institution. The program is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are accepted or enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) to be eligible to apply. Recipients will be selected based on financial need. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $3,800.
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS)
funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education, in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need to reach their fullest potential.
The Gates Millennium Scholars program is available to graduating high school seniors. It provides substantial scholarship awards to exceptional high school seniors for study at the college of their choice.
ELEGIBILILTY:
Eligible applicants must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrated leadership skills, and significant financial need. The application period begins in August 1st. - Deadline JANUARY 12, 2007 11:59 p.m. EST
With our 16 programs in Allied Health and Computer Technology, we are in the business of preparing our 4,000 + students annually for a bright future. We have earned national accreditation by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools and have partnered with employers to provide opportunities for both the community and the students.
To be accepted, the following criterion must be met:
* Completion of application for enrollment
* High school diploma or GED (Degree programs)
* High school diploma or GED or pass an approved Ability to Benefit (ATB) Test (Diploma program)
* Payment of an application fee
* Evaluation and acceptance of the completed application by the Campus Director upon confirming that the prospective student has successfully met all academic requirements as well as personal qualifications for success in the program
FINANCIAL AID:
It's a fact that financial aid is available to those who qualify! Apollo College is accredited by ABHES, recognized by the United States Government as an approved National accrediting agency. Therefore, our students that are eligible for financial aid can apply for all of the same federal grants and loans that they would qualify for if they applied to any major university.
Once you have decided on a course of study, our financial aid officer will look at your individual situation based on applications. Apollo College participates in a wide variety of state and federal financial aid programs, as well as alternative loans. If eligible, these can be used as an additional source of funding for tuition, books, and tools.
NOTE:
There are different courses offered depending on the campus you choose.
The Albion College Vision LIBERAL ARTS AT WORK sets the tone for the rich educational, cultural, and personal growth experienced by our students. Albion offers the finest of liberal arts educations, enabling students to understand the interconnected nature of knowledge and of life, while preparing them for rewarding and fulfilling careers and lives of meaning and purpose.
At Albion, academics are not just about taking one class and then taking another and another. At Albion, we believe that what you learn in one class has implications for another...that what one professor tells you about geology can be applied to your ceramics class, that what another professor tells you about film can be applied to history.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
The specific amount of scholarship or grant you can expect will depend upon your grades, test scores, special achievements, financial need and various other factors we’ll both discover soon. We pledge to make this process as easy and stress-free as possible. What can you do to help? As a student, you can reduce the total cost of your education by studying hard, getting good grades, and earning a scholarship you and your family can be proud of!
You can apply for financial aid any time after January 1. To actually receive funds, however, you must be admitted and enrolled at Albion.
Carlos Albizu University is an institution of higher education dedicated to the study and understanding of human endeavors from a holistic, dynamic and integrated perspective through its programmatic offerings leading to certifications, undergraduate and graduate degrees. Our mission is achieved through advanced training, research, the dissemination of scientific and cultural information and the provision of professional services with sensitivity towards culturally diverse constituencies with special attention to Hispanic sectors, thereby contributing to the improvement in the quality of life of our society.
FOR APPLYING:
Students must complete and submit the following documents to the Financial Aid Office by the stated deadlines:
• Carlos Albizu University Office (CAU) Application
• Proof of Citizenship (if requested)
• Federal Stafford Student Loan Application (if requesting a loan)
• Other documents as requested by Financial Aid Office.
The Access to Better Learning and Education (ABLE) Grant Program provides tuition assistance to undergraduate students enrolled in degree programs at eligible private Florida colleges or universities. Individual ABLE grant awards may be as high as $1,100 per eligible student per academic year. Proof of Florida residency and other eligibility restrictions apply. Contact the Financial Aid Office for eligibility criteria and application.
