The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) is a public, not-for-profit national organization founded by Rachel Robinson in 1973 as a vehicle to perpetuate the memory of Jackie Robinson and his achievements. Serving as an advocate for young people with the greatest need, the Foundation assists increasing numbers of minority youths through the granting of four-year scholarships for higher education.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides much more than financial support. While each Jackie Robinson Scholar receives up to $7,200 a year in financial support, they also become an active member in the Foundation’s unique Education and Leadership Development Program, which is an extensive mentoring program that includes attendance at workshops, assignment of a peer and a professional mentor and placement into summer internships and permanent employment.
HOW SCHOLARS ARE CHOSEN:
Jackie Robinson Scholars are chosen via a highly selective process by a national selection committee based in New York City and regional committees in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Minneapolis and Stamford, Connecticut. The committee, consisting of academic, corporate and civic leaders rate applicants based on the following criteria: academic achievement, leadership potential, a commitment to community service and financial need. For more information on applying .
HOW TO APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP:
Through its Education and Leadership Development Program, The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $7,200 annually to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice.
You must be a U.S. citizen in order to qualify for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Award.
The application package must include a letter of recommendation and an official transcript (with raised seal).
In addition, all applicants are required to take either the Standardized Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Test (ACT) and submit their scores.
The University of Florida welcomes your application to the UF Graduate School, one of the highest quality and most affordable opportunities for higher education available today.
Please read the information and follow all instructions carefully, so you can make the application process work smoothly for you. All the forms, codes and addresses you need to apply are provided.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial aid for graduate students is available from a number of sources at the University of Florida.
Many departments and colleges within UF offer scholarships, assistantships and fellowships to qualified students pursuing master's degrees and doctoral degrees. Contact your specific graduate program to find out what financial aid opportunities are available at the department and college level, and what is required to qualify for them.
The Graduate School Fellowships:
Graduate School fellowships are named in honor of Dr. Linton E. Grinter, who was Dean of the Graduate School, 1952-1969. Each year $785,000 is awarded to students in the form of Grinter Fellowships.
The intent of the Grinter Fellowship is to facilitate the recruitment of truly exceptional graduate students to the University of Florida. Currently enrolled UF graduate students are not eligible, except in the particular case in which they will be entering a PhD (or other terminal degree) program for the first time.
Ordinarily, the Grinter is limited to PhD students.
Exceptions are made for those areas in the University that have a terminal degree different from the PhD (e.g. Master of Fine Arts, Architecture, Building Construction, and Landscape Architecture). Grinter Fellowships are not assistantships. No duties may be required of the student (except those duties associated with an assistantship held concurrently).
Grinter Fellowship stipends are normally in the $2,000-$4,000 range. Continuation of the Grinter beyond the first year (up to a total of three years) is contingent upon satisfactory student progress. An annual report is made to the Graduate School in this regard for each student.
Note: Students enrolled in the Colleges of Engineering and Law are not eligible for Grinter Fellowships.
Apply today to Mount Mary College!
Mount Mary College confers bachelor of arts, bachelor of science, master of arts and master of science degrees. Jointly, Columbia College of Nursing and Mount Mary College confer the bachelor of science in nursing degree.
Women are admitted to all academic programs. Men are admitted to nursing, graduate, and certificate programs.
Mount Mary College does not discriminate against any applicant for reasons of race, color, religion, age, disability, national or ethnic origin.
Mount Mary College is committed to providing equal opportunities in higher education to academically qualified students with disabilities. Mount Mary College does not offer a specialized curriculum for persons with disabilities. Students at Mount Mary College have access to tools and resources that will enable them to manage day-to-day life in the college. The services that are available will vary depending on the nature of the disability.
- Investing In You: We are eager to assist you in making Mount Mary an affordable option. Mount Mary College, in conjunction with federal and state programs, offers a number of scholarship, grant, employment and loan options to its students. More than 90% of full-time Mount Mary students benefit from the financial aid programs offered.
FAFSA: Students seeking financial assistance are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) after January 1.
Grants range from $400 to $3,600 per academic year
Federal Work Study Program (FWS)
The FWS program is a federal program which enables student to earn part of their financial aid award through part-time employment either on or off campus. To be eligible, a student must meet the eligibility requirements for federal financial aid and must maintain good academic standing while employed under the program. Hourly wages may vary with the type of work. Employment under this program is also available to students qualifying for financial aid during the summer.
Scholarships
Throughout the year the Financial Aid Office receives announcements on scholarship opportunities. The focus of each scholarship is different; some require good grades, some require financial need, and some are awarded to students who are majoring in certain areas. The Student Services will post these announcements on their bulletin boards as well as make general announcements in campus media.
Other information about available scholarships is available in the Scholarship Directory at the Financial Aid Office (C2 - 3).
an extensive Computerized Scholarship Data Base can be accessed at the A.S.U. Computer Center. This data base is updated annually.
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus EXCELL-DO Program provides a Free Scholarship Search Service to all students. Phone (800) 392-3532 for details.
REQUIREMENTS:
The Financial Aid Office at East Los Angeles College provides students with the resources necessary to continue their educational goals. Students must generally meet the following minimum requirements to qualify:
1. Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. An eligible non-citizen is a U.S. permanent resident who has documentation from the Immigration and Naturalization Service verifying that his/her stay in the U.S. is for other than a temporary purpose.
2. Show financial need.
3. Make satisfactory progress in a course of study leading to an AA or AS degree, certificate, or transfer to a baccalaureate degree program.
4. Not be in default on any loans.
5. Not owe a refund on a refund on a Federal Pell Grant Program, Supplemental Educational Grant, or State Student Incentive Grant.
6. Be registered with the Selective Service if required to do so.
7. Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program
8. Have a valid Social Security Number
The Financial Aid Office has information on the various state and federal programs available, such as Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Cal Grants A, B, and C, as well as loans and scholarships.
The Financial Aid Office also has information on the Federal Work Study Program (FWS). Qualifying students can work part-time positions, either on or off campus
Presidential Classroom Scholars Program is an opportunity for students with special interests in government and public policy to go behind the scenes of the nation's capital. This program investigates how social, economic and foreign policy is defined and how the three branches of government interact. This focused view of the federal government gives PC Scholars direct access to national leaders and often inspires students to seek careers in public service.
This program is important to all students who want to refine their critical thinking and leadership capabilities. Students research, draft and present a report that summarizes the pros, cons and possible issues to a current issue. The current issues report allows them to interact with Washington insiders, engage in team-building activities and enhance negotiation skills. Each year Newsweek Education Program chooses one student report to be published and distributed nationally.
Seminar topics can include Power in Washington, Role of the Federal Agency, Role of the Judiciary, National Defense Policy, U.S. Foreign Policy, Issues Facing America: View from Congress, Role of the Media in a Democracy, Life of a Lobbyist and Leadership and You.
Our mission is to prepare young leaders for responsible citizenship and provide outstanding high school students the chance to explore the political process firsthand. Every year, students travel to Washington, D.C., from the United States and abroad, to witness the federal government at work through Presidential Classroom. More than 115,000 scholars have passed through Presidential Classroom’s doors since 1968.
The Financial Aid Office administers three types of scholarships:
Institutional, Departmental and Community Scholarships. Typically, scholarships are disbursed in two disbursements, normally at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters unless specifically noted by the scholarship donor. However, no disbursements will be made until the Financial Aid Office has received funds from the scholarship donor.
Scholarships are used as a resource in a student's financial aid package, and may reduce need-based financial aid awards. The Financial Aid Office does not endorse scholarship search services that require a usage fee.
- Institutional Scholarships
Apply for different scholarships with one application.
Applications are available ONLY on the Web Site beginning mid-January.
Applications are due by March 15 and award notifications are made in June.
- Departmental Scholarships
Check with your major department for more information.
Each department has different scholarship application processes and deadlines.
- Community Scholarships
Community scholarship announcements are posted outside the Financial Aid Office as they are received.
Community scholarship announcements are posted in the Library.
Be sure to check weekly for new announcements.
If you receive a Community Scholarship, you must notify the Financial Aid Office in writing of the award. Simply drop off a copy of the scholarship announcement with the amounts you will receive.
A complete list of Community Scholarships is available for viewing on-line.
At St. Thomas University , our goal is to make education accessible and affordable to you! We offer a comprehensive program of financial aid resources. When you apply, our Office of Financial Aid will work with you to help ensure that you receive the maximum aid for which you qualify.
Most financial aid packages for St. Thomas University students consist of a combination of scholarships, grants, loans, and employment opportunities. At present, over 87 percent of our students receive some type of financial assistance in the form of:
- Scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $13,000
- Federal grants
- State grants to Florida residents
- Loans from the federal government and other sources
- Work-Study awards providing on-campus employment
- Outside scholarships
Basic Eligibility Requirements:
To be considered for the Federal Financial Aid programs a student must meet all of the following criteria.
- Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
- Be enrolled or accepted into an associates, bachelors, or graduate degree seeking program at least half-time (6 credits for undergraduate, 3 credits for graduate).
- Be a citizen, national, or eligible non-citizen of the United States .
- Have a valid Social Security Number.
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
- Not owe a refund or be in default of any Title IV funds.
- Be registered with Selective Service, if required to do so.
The University of New Mexico Scholarship Office administers the majority of Scholarships at the University.
Scholarships are traditionally known as merit based, and a competitive process usually accompanies the activities surrounding selection and monitoring of the various programs.
Major responsibilities and duties within the scholarship structure deal with the formation of student programs and the administration of these programs.
Specifically, there are three major scholarship functions for which this office is responsible:
* Institutional Scholarships include, but are not limited to: the Regents', Presidential, UNM Scholars, Omega, PACE, Transfer Scholarships, NM Scholars and Amigo. These programs are funded by several methods, including outside private donations;
* Departmental Scholarships are selected at the department levels, but the actual student awarding and administration is handled within this office;
* Private and Outside Scholarships include hundreds of programs which flow through our process. These programs are also selected by outside mechanisms, but are ultimately included in our financial aid/scholarship process.
Admissions Requirements:
At UNM, we have established the following scholastic standards for student admission. If you meet these standards, you are a strong candidate for admission to UNM based on your own academic merit and test scores. If not, you may still potentially be considered for admission based on other factors.
HSF offers a variety of scholarship programs for students at different points in their academic careers.
However, each HSF-administered scholarship is different, and many have varying requirements; be sure to consult all of the guidelines and requirements for the specific programs to which you plan to apply.
All HSF scholarship applicants must also apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and if required by your school, the PROFILE.
Welcome to HSF.net Scholarships
This page provides an overview on:
General Eligibility Requirements
General Application Guidelines
HSF Scholarship Selection Process
Find a Scholarship For You
HSF offers a variety of scholarship programs for students at different points in their academic careers.
However, each HSF-administered scholarship is different, and many have varying requirements; be sure to consult all of the guidelines and requirements for the specific programs to which you plan to apply.
All HSF scholarship applicants must also apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and if required by your school, the PROFILE.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
To qualify for an HSF scholarship, applicants must:
* Be of Hispanic heritage: persons descended from Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, Central, South American or other Spanish Cultures
* Be a U.S. Citizen OR legal permanent resident
* Be enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking program at a U.S. accredited and Title IV-eligible institution in the U.S., Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, or Guam
* Must apply for federal financial aid using the FAFSA
* Be completing your first undergraduate or graduate degree
Additional restrictions or requirements may apply to specific HSF-administered scholarship programs. Please check carefully the program guidelines for each program to which you plan to apply.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Successful candidates are selected on the basis of academic achievement, personal strengths, leadership, and financial need. The selection of HSF scholars is assisted by the efforts of the ACT Recognition Program and by regional readers. HSF scholars have achieved success in many fields and often are visible role models in their communities.
How To Apply for Scholarships:
Welcome to HSF.net Scholarship Application Tips, where we highlight five areas you should focus on when applying for HSF scholarships or other scholarship programs.
STEP ONE: Build an Academic and Personal Record
STEP TWO: Be Prepared
STEP THREE: Complete Your HSF Scholarship Application
STEP FOUR: Express Gratitude
STEP FIVE: Persevere
Academic Scholarships
Awards are based on scores from the American College Testing (ACT) program or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) administered by the College Entrance Examination Board and a high school grade point average of "B" or above. Scholarships range in size, over a four-year period from $3,160 to full tuition, fees, room, and board.
Awards fall under five different levels:
* Level One- Full Tuition/Room and Board Scholarship award of current fee schedule and $250.00 book stipend per semester.
* Level Two- Full Tuition/Course Fee Scholarship award of current fee schedule per semester.
* Level Three- $4,750 Scholarship award of $593 per semester.
* Level Four- $3,160 Scholarship Award of $395 per semester.
* Level Five-Valedictorian and Salutation; A Valedictorian is eligible to receive a Level 1 scholarship and a Salutatorian; A Valedictorian is eligible to receive a Level 1 scholarship and a Salutatorian is eligible to receive a Level 2 scholarship.
