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Men and Women of Toledo ScholarshipFounded by James C. Caldwell in 1983, the 50 Men and Women organization is comprised of community leaders who are committed to assisting minority youth achieve their career aspirations. Through scholarship, personal enhancement opportunities, career development and counseling and role modeling, the organization is driven to provide today's students with the opportunities to become tomorrow's leaders. Awarded to an African-American freshman who is a Toledo area high school graduate. Contact 50 Men and Women of Toledo, Inc.. J.C. Caldwell P.O. Box 3557 Toledo, OH 43608(419) 729-4654


AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship ProgramThe AARP Foundation’s Women’s Scholarship Program provides scholarship funds to women 40+ seeking new job skills, training, and educational opportunities to support themselves and their families, and improve their communities. The AARP Foundation Women’s Scholarship Program is available to eligible individuals who are either current or new students, with moderate and lower incomes and limited financial resources. The scholarship program is made possible by a generous donation from AARP to the AARP Foundation, the organization’s affiliated charity. Scholarship Program Administrators (SPA) in Nashville, Tennessee will oversee the selection process. Submit the specific application from www.aarpfoundationwlc.org

Accountancy Board ScholarshipsThis program provides scholarships to minority and financially disadvantaged students enrolled in their fifth year of an accounting education program at an Ohio college. Contact www.state.oh.us

Ackers, Campbell, Herzberger, Kindler, Lehman and Taylor Scholarship FundsThe Ackers, Campbell, Herzberger, Kindler, Lehman and Taylor Scholarship Funds are available to graduates of all High Schools in Fairfield and Hocking Counties. Qualifications include resident of Fairfield or Hocking County; attended last 3 years of High School, including graduation,in said counties; minimum ACT score of 21; minimum GPA score of 3.0; and financial need demonstrated on application.Submit the specific application from www.fairfieldcountyscholarships.com


AES Engineering Solutions Scholarship AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education. Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. Submit the specific application from www.aesengineers.com

Air Force ROTC can help you overcome the financial hardships associated with college, and when you complete your degree you’ve got a guaranteed career after school – debt free. The Air Force ROTC College Scholarship Program provides 3- and 4-year scholarships in three different types to high school seniors. The In-College Scholarship Program (ICSP) is open to college freshmen and sophomores in any major. Contact www.afrotc.com

Air Force Technical Degree Sponsorship Program (TDSP), TheIf you’re working on an engineering or meteorological degree, the Air Force Technical Degree Sponsorship Program (TDSP) can help you earn money while you finish your college education. Engineering and meteorological students within 24 months of graduation can enter the TDSP program. Each candidate must successfully meet and complete at an Office Training School (OTS) board. Once selected, each candidate receives an active duty E-3 (Airman 1st Class) enlisted pay stipend while attending school. You’ll have peace of mind receiving a regular paycheck so you can concentrate on your studies. Upon graduation, you’ll be commissioned as an officer and get started in an Air Force job that utilizes your technical skills. Contact www.airforce.com

The Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship and Conference Program annually awards $1,000 college scholarships to each of the 102 high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in journalism and who demonstrate qualities of Submit the specific application from www.freedomforum.org

The Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation (EAF) is dedicated to providing support for lifelong learning. Created in 1980, it is one of the largest charitable organizations administered by African American women and is a resource which helps young women and men make a difference in their lives and the lives of others. Through charitable contributions, gifts and endowed funds, EAF is able to award scholarships, fellowships and mini-grants. Awards are made without regard to gender, race, ethnicity or religion. Submit the specific application from www.akaeaf.org

American Architectural Foundation (AAF) Minority Disadvantaged Scholarship
This scholarship is open to high school seniors and college freshmen who plan to study architecture in an NAAB-accredited program. The scholarship was established in 1970 by a grant from the Ford Foundation to aid students who would not otherwise have an opportunity to enter a professional degree program. Submit the specific application from www.archfoundation.org

The American Association of Law Libraries is committed to providing opportunities for professional growth. Each year, the Association awards scholarships in significant amounts in the categories listed below to assist individuals in achieving their goal of becoming a law librarian. Minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Contact www.aallnet.org

American Cancer Society, Ohio Division offers the Youth Survivor Scholarship for undergraduates who have a history of cancer. Fellowships are also available to strengthen cancer related programs by encouraging outstanding developing clinicians and scientists to pursue careers in oncology upon completion of their specialty training. www.cancer.org.

The American Chemical Society provides scholarships for qualified applicants who want to enter the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or other chemical related fields such as environmental science, materials science or toxicology. Candidates must be: African American, Hispanic Latino, or American Indian; U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.; high academic achievers in chemistry or science (GPA 3.0 or higher); able to demonstrate evidence of financial need according to FAFSA form; a high school senior, college freshman, sophomore, or junior. The scholarship is renewable for all four years as long as a GPA of 3.0 is maintained. www.chemistry.org. Contact American Chemical Society, Dept of Diversity Programs. Robert Hughes, Manager, ACS Scholars Program 1155 16th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036

The American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society offers scholarships to upper class undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in careers in the surface finishing field. This includes those majoring in the fields of chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, materials science, materials engineering, metallurgy, or metallurgical engineering. www.aesf.org.

American Geological Institute Minority Participation ProgramSince 1972, the American Geological Institute has administered the Minority Participation Program. The broad goal for this program is to maintain and increase incrementally the number of underrepresented ethnic-minority students in the geosciences. Recipients of AGI Minority Geoscience Scholarships are provided with financial awards ranging from $500 to $3,000 and given the opportunity to interact with a mentor from the geoscience community within the AGI MPP Advisory Committee. If you are enrolled in an earth science education or geoscience degree program and would like to apply for a scholarship, please review the qualifications and procedures outlined on the Application Form. www.agiweb.org.

American Indian College Fund
In 2003, the Fund distributed $4.2 million in scholarships and program support to the tribal colleges, which translated into more than 6000 scholarships. Students are selected on the basis of academic success, financial need, and community involvement. In addition, a growing number of partnerships with corporate and foundation donors have made more than 150 additional scholarships available to tribal college students. www.collegefund.org. » Contact American Indian College Fund.

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)The AICPA is the national professional organization for certified public accountants, with a membership of more than 331,000. In addition to the many services offered to members, the AICPA provides a number of programs to students. In particular, the Academic & Career Development Division sponsors several scholarship and fellowship programs. www.aicpa.org.

American Nuclear Society Incoming Freshman Scholarship
ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarships are awarded to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled, full-time, in college courses and are pursuing a degree in nuclear engineering or have the intent to pursue a degree in nuclear engineering. ANS will give up to five, Incoming Freshman Scholarships, annually. Each award is $2,000. The Scholarships will be awarded based on an applicant's high school academic achievement, freshman college courses enrolled in, quality and content of 500-word essay, letters of recommendation by counselors and or teachers, and other information. www.ans.org.

American Society of Naval EngineersThe American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) sponsors a scholarship program to encourage college students to enter the field of naval engineering. The program also provides support to naval engineers seeking advanced education in the field. The programs of study which apply to the diverse field of naval engineering are naval architecture, marine, mechanical, civil, aeronautical, ocean, electrical and electronic engineering, and the physical sciences. Other programs leading to careers with both military and civilian organizations requiring these educational backgrounds are also included. Naval engineering encompasses the design, construction and repair of ships and their installed systems and equipment, as well as research, logistics support, and the management of acquisition and maintenance. Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students.www.navalengineers.org. Contact The American Society of Naval Engineers. 1452 Duke Street Alexandria, VA 22314-3458(703) 836-6727

American Welding Society Foundation, Inc.
The AWS Foundation was established by the American Welding Society on September 13,1989, to support programs that ensure the growth and development of the welding industry through strengthening research and educational opportunities in welding and related industries. The future of the welding industry depends upon preparing the next generation to meet the challenges ahead through education. The Foundation offers educational programs to foster the growth, stature and professionalism of the welding industry. www.aws.org. Contact American Welding Society. 550 N.W. Le Jeune Rd. Miami, FL 33126(800) 443-9353

AMVETS National Scholarship ProgramAMVETS offers scholarships to veterans or sons, daughters or grandchildren of American veterans, AMVETS members who are former or current members of the U.S. Armed Forces, based on U.S. citizenship, academic achievement and financial need. www.amvets.org. Contact AMVETS National Headquarters. Don Coffman or Michell Hammond 4647 Forbes Boulevard Lanhan, MD 20706

Anita Borg Memorial ScholarshipDr. Anita Borg (1949 - 2003) devoted her adult life to revolutionizing the way we think about technology and dismantling barriers that keep 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. As part of Google's ongoing commitment to furthering Anita's vision, they are pleased to announce the Google Anita Borg Scholarship, through which they hope to encourage women to excel in computing and technology and become active role models and leaders. Scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of candidates' academic background and demonstrated leadership. Submit the specific application from http://www.google.com/anitaborg/

Apogee Scholarship ProgramEntrants are asked to: Create a social media campaign for a generic product using at least four out of 10 listed social media websites, and one of their discretion, for a total of at least five sites. In addition, entrants must explain their campaign via Product Outline. Suggestions as to how to approach this topic include, but are not limited to: Creating video commercials to be posted on video sharing websites, designing an evolving profile of the product to befriend associates and acquaintances on social networking sites, blogging about this fictitious product campaign, posting photos or pieces of art involving your product on a photo sharing website. Only one campaign may be submitted per entrant. Campaigns may not use less than five, or more than 10 social media websites. Submit all used website url’s, Product Outlines, and resumes electronically in a Microsoft Word or Rich Text Format document to scholarship@apogee-search.com. Apogee Search will not return campaigns or any additional materials that might be submitted by entrants. This scholarship program is offered to any person of any nationality, 18 years of age or older as of the date of entry, who is a resident of the United States, or a student in a United States College or University. Entrants must be enrolled as a full-time student (twelve semester hours) in an associate, undergraduate, or graduate level program at a university or college in the United States. Employees, independent contractors, and management of Apogee Search, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and immediate family members and persons living in the same household of said people are not eligible to participate in the Program. Submit the specific application from www.apogee-search.com

Army Emergency ReliefArmy Emergency Relief (AER) is a private non-profit organization with the primary mission of providing financial assistance to Army Soldiers and their dependents in time of valid emergency need. The MG James Ursano Scholarship Fund administered by AER was established in 1976 as a secondary mission to help Army families with the costs of post secondary undergraduate level education, vocational training, and preparation for acceptance by military service academies for their dependent children. www.aerhq.org.

Arthur Anderson Scholarship Program For MinoritiesElgibility for the Arthur Anderson Scholarship Program for Minorities includes: African-American, Hispanic, or Native-American Accounting majors; and must display excellence in academics, leadership, work experience, and participation in community activities. Contact Arthur Anderson Scholarship Program For Minorities. 33 West Monroe Street Chicago, IL 60603(312) -50-3402 Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) ScholarshipsEvery year AAJA offers scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. Students are selected based on the following criteria:commitment to the field of journalism; sensitivity to Asian American and Pacific Islander issues; journalistic ability; scholastic ability; financial need. Submit the specific application from www.aaja.org

Asian Youth ScholarshipThe Asian Youth Scholarship awards one scholarship to an Asian American college student who is either a US citizen or permanent resident and is enrolled in a state or private college in Northeast Ohio.www.asiainc-ohio.org. Contact Asian Services In Action, Inc.. Huey-Li Li, Scholarship Award Committee 730 Carroll St. Akron, OH 44304(330) 535-3263

Asis International, Columbus Ohio Chapter 27
This scholarship is open to members and non-members who are students of merit, interested in the private security, law enforcement or criminal justice professions and have demonstrated the potential to make valuable contributions to these career fields. Previous winners of Columbus Chapter awards are eligible to reapply. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have completed their freshmen year at an accredited college or university in the Columbus Chapter area. www.asis27.org Contact Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 71-0612Columbus, OH 43271-0612

ASM International FoundationSince 1953, the ASM Materials Education Foundation and leading ASM Chapters nationwide have awarded scholarships totaling over $1 million. Currently 37 scholarships are awarded annually through the ASM International Foundation, which is supported by member contributions and other gifts. Most of these awards include a certificate of recognition, travel and housing allowances for attendance at the awards ceremony during the Society's annual Awards Dinner. The ASM Foundation Scholarship Awards and the ASM Foundation Technical & Community College Scholarship Awards are presented through local ASM chapters. Contact www.asminternational.org

Association of Desk & Derrick Educational Trust ScholarshipThe Desk and Derrick Educational Trust was created by the Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs for the purpose of making scholarship awards to individuals pursuing college degrees in subjects related to the petroleum, energy and allied industries. The Association of Desk and Derrick Clubs is an educational organization composed of 67 clubs in Canada and the United States with more than 2,400 members; individuals employed in the petroleum and allied industries. Grants will be made through accredited colleges offering degrees in subjects within the scope of the petroleum and allied industries. Also eligible are those students seeking degrees in Research and Development of alternate energy sources such as: coals, solar, wind, hydroelectric, nuclear, etc. Scholarships are awarded annually to full-time students and Desk and Derrick members who are part-time students. Recipients of these scholarships will be asked to return to the Trust one-half of the scholarship received, if possible, within ten years of graduation. To be eligible for a scholarship from the Desk and Derrick Educational Trust applicants must meet the following criteria: Applicant has completed at least two years or is currently enrolled in the second year of undergraduate study at a duly accredited college or university; Applicant has maintained a grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 grading system; Applicant has demonstrated need for financial assistance in pursuing a college degree; Applicant is a citizen of Canada or the United States; Applicant plans a career in the petroleum or an allied industry. Submit the specific application from www.addc.org

Association On American Indian Affairs ScholarshipsSince 1922, the Association on American Indian Affairs has been dedicated to helping Native people and their communities in meeting the challenges they face. One of these challenges is that of paying for a higher education. AAIA assists college students in meeting this challenge through scholarship programs. AAIA depends on the generosity of donors to fund scholarship programs, therefore, availability may change from year to year. Submit the specific application from www.indian-affairs.org

The Audre Lorde Scholarship Awards are designed to recognize lesbians and gay men of color who are making significant contributions to their communities. ZAMI wants to support and encourage their continuing education by providing scholarships to those women and men enrolled in accredited technical, undergraduate and graduate programs. www.zami.org.

Benjamin A. Gilman International ScholarshipThe Gilman International Scholarship Program offers grants for U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly global economy and interdependent world. Submit the specific application from www.iie.org

Bexley Woman's ClubThe Bexley Woman's Club is awarding scholarships to outstanding college and university undergraduate students who have completed a minimum of 45 quarter hours by the end of the spring term. Applicants are evaluated on academic performance, financial need, school community professional activities, and essay response.Contact Bexley Women's Club. Mary Bauer 2363 Bexley Park RoadBexley, OH 43209 (614) 235-6441

Blue River Foudation ScholarshipsA community-based philanthropic organization that provides grants and donor services that will help serve the long term needs of Shelby County, Indiana citizens. www.blueriverfoundation.com.

BPW Ohio Florence Allen Endowment FundThe Florence Allen Scholarships are awarded annually by the BPW OHIO Florence Allen Endowment Fund to provide Ohio women with the opportunity to achieve their full potential through education. Applications are awarded on financial need, career goals and plans; and academic, employment and or volunteer record.Submit the specific application from www.bpwusa.orgBuilders Exchange of Central Ohio, The


Carnegie Endowment - Junior FellowshipEach year the Endowment offers 8-10 one-year fellowships to uniquely qualified graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year. They are selected from a pool of nominees from close to 300 colleges. Carnegie Junior Fellows work as research assistants to the Endowment's senior associates. We are unable to consider anyone who has started graduate studies. Applicants should have completed a significant amount of course work in international affairs, political science, economics, history, and Russian or Chinese studies. Apply through the OSU Honors Collegium Office. www.carnegieendowment.org. » Contact Honors Collegium Office. collegium@osu.edu

Catholic Forester FoundationPresently qualified Catholic Order of Foresters (COF) members are eligible for either a four-year college scholarship or one-time educational grant. www.catholicforester.com.

Central Ohio Association for Financial Professionals (COAFP) ScholarshipThe Central Ohio Association for Financial Professionals awards scholarships to undergraduate students pursuing business or business-related degrees and or who are pursuing a career in treasury or financial management. Awards will be presented at the COAFP annual conference. Contact COTMA Scholarship. Attn: Tracey Ramsey, CTP 1908 Quarry Crest Drive Columbus, OH 43204 (614) 789-1765Central Ohio Chapter of Credit Unions Scholarship

The Central Ohio Chapter of Credit Unions Scholarship will provide two scholarships for members only. To qualify the applicant must be a full- or part-time student at the Ohio State University.Contact Credit Union of Ohio. Kim Hudson, Scholarship Committee 1169 Dublin Road Columbus, OH 43215 (614) 487-6650

Central Ohio Mineral, Fossil, Gem and Jewelry Show ScholarshipThe Columbus Rock and Mineral Society and The Central Ohio Mineral, Fossil, Gem and Jewelry Show and its sponsors offer a scholarship each school year to a junior, senior, fifth-year, or graduate student majoring in geology, mineralogy, paleontology, or earth science education. Applicants must be Ohio residents and attend an Ohio institution. Contact Scholarship Chairman. Craig Kramer 628 Sanbridge Circle E. Worthington, OH 43085

ChairScholars FoundationSince 1992, the ChairScholars Foundation has provided scholarships for needy graduating high school seniors and college freshman. All of these students are seriously physically challenged and would not be able to complete their education without the help of the ChairScholars Foundation. Submit the specific application from www.chairscholars.org

Clark County Association for Homemakers & Community Education ScholarshipThe Clark County Association for Homemakers & Community Education provides scholarship assistance to a deserving 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year student majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences, social work or social services from Clark County, Ohio. Contact The Clark County Association for Homemakers. Clara Mae Baumgardner, Scholarship Chairman 1422 E. Jackson Road Springfield, OH 45502(937) 265-5430

Cleveland Clinic Tuition Assistance Program, TheThe Cleveland Clinic has instituted the tuition assistance program for current allied health students enrolled in an accredited college or university. They are made available through a gracious gift, the establishment of The Robert D. Kruse Memorial Fund for Allied Health Professionals.See more information at www.clevelandclinic.org. Submit the specific application fromhttp: www.clevelandclinic.org education allied tuitionassist.asp

Cleveland Scholarship Programs is Northeastern Ohio agency that promotes educational awareness and opportunity to enrich the community and prepare the workforce of tomorrow.Submit the specific application from www.cspohio.org

The Columbus Board of Realtors Foundation Fund provides general scholarship assistance to applicants pursuing a degree within the field of real estate or other related fields.Contact CBR Foundation Scholarship Committee. 2700 Airport Drive Columbus, OH 43219(614) 475-4000 Contact Email: mailto:scollins@columbusrealtors.com

Columbus Business and Professional Women's ClubThe Columbus Chapter of Business and Professional Women (BPW) offers scholarships from the Lynn-Merritt Scholarship Fund. Applicants must be residents of the state of Ohio attending an accredited institution of higher education in Ohio. See more information at www.bpwusa.org.

Columbus Foundation, TheThe Foundation offers over 140 scholarships for students with goals in higher education. Donors have established these scholarships to provide opportunities for students from all walks of life.See more information at www.edonorcentral.com.

Columbus Medical Association Alliance Nursing ScholarshipThe Columbus Medical Association Alliance has established a scholarship for Nursing students. The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic standing, personal potential and need as determined by the school involved. Applicants should anticipate full time enrollment in an accredited college or university in Franklin County, be in the final year of nursing education and may not be an Alliance member or related to an Alliance member. Contact Shirley Doolittle, Nurse Scholarship Chairman 1450 Arlington Avenue, NWColumbus, OH 43212-3623(614) 488-4815

Columbus Rotary Phoenix ScholarshipIf you are a hard-working undergraduate student with good grades who perhaps was not eligible for other scholarships, you need to know about this new financial opportunity. Columbus Rotary, in its role to effect positive and enduring change in the lives of others, is offering $2,500 scholarships for up to eight undergraduate college students in 2008. Current undergraduate students are eligible if they demonstrate good academic performance in a local college, but did not qualify for another scholarship because of high school grades or college entrance exams. Request an application from Columbus Rotary by sending an e-mail to office@columbusrotary.org. Contact Columbus Rotary Phoenix Scholarship. James King 5 East Long StreetSuite 1201Columbus, OH 43215 Email: mailto:jking4@columbus.rr.com

Community Foundation of Greater Lorain CountyThe Community Foundation awards annual scholarship for post high school education. Some scholarships have specific eligibility requirements and you should read the descriptions carefully to see if you may apply. If applying for a renewal, please check to see if the scholarship is renewable.
See more information at www.peoplewhocare.org

Community Foundation of Shelby County, TheFounded in 1952, the Community Foundation of Shelby County helps individuals, families and businesses support the causes and charities close to their hearts. Several individuals, families and organizations have established scholarships for the benefit of students in Shelby County, Ohio and the surrounding areas. Submit the specific application from www.commfoun.com

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute ScholarshipThe Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) was established in 1978 by members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus as a non-profit, non-partisan educational organization dedicated to developing the next generation of Latino leaders. CHCI’s educational services are designed to provide Latino students with the tools and resources they need to succeed in attaining a higher education. This premier scholarship opportunity is afforded to Latino students who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future.Contact www.chci.org

Dayton Association for Young Children ScholarshipThe Dayton Association for Young Children Scholarship is for students pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in Early Childhood Education (or its equivalent). Students must have completed at least 30 credit hours and must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. See more information at www.daytonayc.org.

Dayton Foundation is a community foundation that has been serving the philanthropic needs of our Greater Miami Valley neighbors since 1921. The Dayton Foundation's scholarship directory contains information about more than 120 scholarships available through endowed funds established at the Foundation. See more information at www.daytonfoundation.org.


Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, TheThe Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Submit the specific application from web.tusco.net

Discover Card sponsors the Tribute Award Scholarship Program for high school juniors to applaud exemplary accomplishments and to support continued education and training beyond high school.Submit the specific application from www.discoverfinancial.com

The Dorothy Wodrich Memorial Scholarship assists with expenses of deserving students studying Natural Resources, Outdoor Communications or a related field during their junior or senior years in college, or in graduate school. The purpose of the scholarship is to promote and encourage involvement in our natural world and to encourage excellence in communicating the outdoor experience to others.Contact Mrs. Sally Andreoni, Scholarship Chairman 09568 County Road 66A New Bremen, OH 45869-9760

Dr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Scholarship,
The National Space Club awards a $10,000 scholarship each year, in memory of Dr. Robert H. Goddard, America's rocket pioneer. The scholarship is presented at the Goddard Memorial Dinner each spring, for the following academic year. The award is given to stimulate the interest of talented students in the opportunity to advance scientific knowledge through space research and exploration. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, in at least the junior year of an accredited university, and have the intention of pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in science or engineering during the interval of the scholarship. See more information at www.spaceclub.org. » Submit the specific application from www.spaceclub.org


Aircraft Association Chapter 15 Scholarship, This scholarship is awarded to a high school student from the New Hampshire, Maine, or Massachusetts seacoast area who is continuing education in the field of aviation. Recipients must demonstrate serious intent through current fields of study and or related volunteer or extracurricular activities such as internships, club memberships, RC models, Air Explorers, Civil Air Patrol, etc.Contact Scholarship Committee. Don Briselden 12 Gill Street Exeter, NH 03833(603) 436-6689East-West CenterThe East-West Center contributes to a peaceful, prosperous, and just Asia Pacific community by serving as a vigorous hub for cooperative research, education, and dialogue on critical issues of common concern to the Asia Pacific region and the United States. The EWC offers a wide variety of both short- and long-term programs for individuals. Academic scholarships and fellowships as well as educational exchange and professional development programs are available.

Scholarships Awards

RICHLAND COUNTY RESIDENTS: The Richland County Foundation Scholarship - Eligibility includes residing in Richland County. Contact them at:
Richland County Foundation
24 West Third Street
Mansfield, OH 44902-1209
(419) 525-1590

GRADUATES OF A COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOL: You may wish to apply for the "I Know I Can" Scholarship. Eligibility includes graduating from a Columbus City School.
I Know I Can
C/O Columbus City School District
270 E. State Street
(614) 365-5608

RESIDENTS OF HAMILTON, CLERMONT, BUTLER, or WARREN COUNTY:
You may wish to apply to the Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation. Eligibility for the scholarship includes being a resident of Hamilton, Clermont, Butler, or Warren County.
Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
230 East ninth Street
Room 209
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 369-4903

RESIDENTS OF ALLEN OR AUGLAIZE COUNTY: You may wish to apply for the Hauss Helms Foundation. Eligibility includes being a resident of Auglaize or Allen County.
The Hauss Helms Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 25
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
(419) 738-4911

VEGETARIANS!: (updated 11/8): Yes, this is a real scholarship! The Vegetarian Resource Group is offering scholarships to vegetarians! The two-page application can be found at: www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm
Email is: vrg@vrg.org

ACCOUNTING: (Updated 11/05): The National Society of Accountants is sponsoring a scholarship program for students enrolled in an accredited 2 or 4 year accounting program. You must have a 3.0 GPA or better and be a US or CANADIAN citizen. Awards range from $500 to $2000. Applications are due March 10, 2008. Applications may be picked up at the financial aid office. **There are a couple of other accounting scholarships on this application!

TRAPSHOOTING!?!:(Updated 10/30) The American Trapshooting Association is sponsoring $5000 scholarships to any High School Senior who is a member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association. Deadline is JULY 1, 2008. For more information, go to www.trapof.org/scholarship_program_2008.htm


KEY BANK CONTEST! (updated 10/2): Key Bank is giving away a $2500 scholarship every month from September 1, 2007 through August 31, 2008. Entering is easy. Simply go to www.key.com/win. All entries are good through the end of the sweepstakes.

JUNIORS AND SENIORS (Updated 10/2): The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity is sponsoring its essay contest for 2008. Full-time juniors and seniors at four-year colleges can compete for $10,000 in prizes and the opportunity to meet Elie Wiesel in NYC. Electronic entries and answers to FAQ's are available at www.eliewieselfoundation.org. Entries must be postmarked by December 7, 2007.


FEMALES (juniors) (Updated 8/27): GLAMOUR's top 10 College Women competition is underway. The competition is designed to find the top 10 female leaders on college campuses across the country. Winners receive $3000 and coverage in the June 2008 Issue of Glamour. Applications must be received by November 30, 2007. To receive an application check www.glamour.com/news/top10collegewomen.


HISPANIC STUDENTS: (Updated 1/14/2008): HSF (Hispanic Scholarship Fund) - Eligibility requirements included on their website. Qualified applicants my apply for scholarship money at www.hsf.net . The deadline for most of these scholarships is March 15, 2008.

APPALACHIAN STUDENTS: (Updated 8/27): The Ohio Appalachian Center for Higher Education is sponsoring scholarships for those students who reside in the Appalachian region of the country. The awards are up to $3000. Please contact Sherry at (740) 351-3491 for further details.

NURSING STUDENTS (Updated 8/27): The Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association is accepting applications now through January 11, 2008 for the 2008-2009 scholarship program. Please go to www.nsna.org and click on foundation/scholarships for more information.

Fifth Third Bank: (**Updated 5/6**) Fifth Third Bank will be awarding 12 scholarships (2 per month) through the end of the year, beginning in July. Each month a $500 and a $300 scholarship will be awarded! The scholarship contest runs from May 3 to December 3, 2007. visit www.53educationlending.com/53day for more information! This contest is in no way affiliated with educational loans. Students DO NOT need to have a loan with 5/3 Bank to apply for this scholarship.

PHARMACY: (*updated 4/5*): Rite Aid Pharmacy Scholars Program. For Pharmacy interns who work at Rite Aid drugstores. Must be in the 3rd or 4th professional year of Pharmacy School. Application is online at www.riteaid.com.

PHARMACY: (**updated** 4/5) Eckerd Scholastic Stars. This scholarship program is available only to Eckerd Associates. Applicant must be an associate, dependent or spouse. Be actively employed for a least a 12 month period on full-time basis. Applicants must re-apply each year. Note: Please contact recruiting department at 727-395-7654 for specific pharmacy scholarship information. 3.25 GP requirement.

PHARMACY: (**updated**4/5) ASHP Foundation Student Reseach Award. Applications: www.ashpfoundation.org. Additional award information is available online as well. This involves reseach papers. Graduate students to my knowledge can receive this award as well!! Recognizes an UG or GR Pharmacy student for a published or unpublished research paper on a subject relevant to pharmacy practice in health systems.

PHARMACY:(**updated 4/5**) CVS Pharmacy student scholarship of excellence. $5000 awards to assit in education of Pharmacy students. Scholarship may be received for up to four years. Students who receive the scholarship are required to work at CVS for one year as a full-time registered Pharmacist for each year the scholarship is received. P1-P4 students only. Minimum GPA: 2.5. Contact: Katrina Leclerc, CVS Pharmacy KMLeclerc@cvs.com.

PHARMACY: (**updated 4/5**) NACDS Foundation Please see www.nacdsfoundation.org for additional details. Full-time Pharmacy student in an accredited US College or School of Pharmacy, studying to obtain a doctor of Pharmacy degree. Students must have completed one year of Pharmacy school to apply. Students must have experience in chain community pharmacy as well as the desire to pursue a career in chain community pharmacy. Deadline for 2007 scholarships is: October 19, 2007. A minimum of twenty $2000 scholarships will be awarded. See the website listed above for application details.


SALES AND MARKETING (Updated 3/9**): Scholarships in amounts up to $5000 are being offered by SME of Cleveland to sales and marketing majors. Students must be a Greater Cleveland Area Resident (Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit), a full-time student enrolled in marketing or a slaes discipline and attending an Ohio College or University. A 3.0 GPA is required. Applications available online at www.smecleveland.com or at the financial aid office.

POLISH ANCESTRY: (Updated 2/28**)The Polonia Foundation of Ohio is offering scholarships to deserving student of Polish Ancestry who is a resident of the state of Ohio. In recent years, grants were awarded in amounts of $750 to $1500 including one each to students of Law, Medicine and Communications. Applications are available in the Office of Financial Aid now through June 15, 2007. Grants will be awarded on Sunday, October 7, 2007 in Cleveland.


NURSING/Health Professions *(updated 2/2)*
HARDIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Students in hospital-based health programs may apply for this scholarship. The application is available at the financial aid office. For more information, contact the Foundation Office at 419-675-8144, or see the website at www.hardinmemorial.org.


ART STUDENTS:
The Toledo Community Foundation has announced schoalrships in the field of pottery. If you are training in the ceramic arts, please contact Joanne Olnhausen at joanne@toledocf.org for an application. Applications can also be picked up at the office of financial aid. Contact information: 419.241.5049

BIOCHEMISTRY
John A. Wickman Scholarships (www.afcea.org)

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
American Criminal Justice Scholarship (www.acjalae.org)

THE SALLIE MAE FUND SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships for low-income and minority students. http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/pdf/2007_ScholarshipFlyer.pdf