Other sites to check out for scholarship information:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps (scholarship sweepstakes)
www.fastweb.com/ (scholarships)
www.nextSTEPmag.com This website has information about careers, colleges, financial aid, and scholarships.
www.scholarshipmonkey.com
www.jlvcollegecounseling.com
Search Engines
This website offers numerous links to valuable financial aid information, including scholarship search engines. www.finaid.org
Nelnet www.nelnet.com/win
Student Financial Assistance Information, U.S. Department of Education
This page takes you to some of the major publications on student aid. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
Websites for General Information
College for Texans http://www.collegeforalltexans.com/
College Board https://www.collegeboard.org/
Embark www.embark.com
College is Possible www.collegeispossible.org
Databases
College Net www.collegenet.com
Free Scholarship Search www.freschinfo.com
Scholarship Search https://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/
Free College Scholarship
and Financial Aid Information www.scholarships.com
Minnie Stevens Piper
Foundation https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/
Scholarship Websites
Accounting Scholarship www.aicpa.org
Ambassadorial www.rotary.org
American Geological Institute
Geoscience Scholarship https://www.americangeosciences.org/scholarships/
American Institute of Architects https://www.aia.org/pages/2736-scholarships
American Psychological Association https://www.apa.org/about/awards/
American Society for Microbiology https://www.asm.org/
Americorps https://www.nationalservice.gov/
Brand Essay Competition https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/articles/brand-name-scholarships-internships
Coca-Cola Scholars https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
United Negro College Fund www.uncf.org
Discover Card Tribute Award https://www.discover.com/student-loans/scholarships/award.html
Elks National Foundation https://www.elks.org/scholars/ENFScholars.cfm
Federal Scholarship & Aid Gateway www.fedmoney.org
Gateways to US Government Grants www.grants.gov/
Imagine America www.imagine-america.org
International Students Scholarships
And Aid Help www.iefa.org
International Students www.internationalstudent.com
NACME Scholarship Program www.nacme.org
National Alliance for Excellence www.excellence.org
Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford www.rhodesscholar.org
Ronald McDonald House Charities www.rmhc.org/scholarships/rmhc-national-scholarship-program
Sallie Mae Free Online www.salliemae.com
Scholarships for Study in
Paralegal Studies www.paralegals.org
Siemens Westinghouse Competition www.siemens-foundation.org
Harry S. Truman Scholarship www.truman.org
Tylenol Scholarships https://www.tylenol.com/news/scholarship
United States Institute of Peace www.usip.org
William Randolph Hearst Endowed www.apeninstitute.org
Scholarships for Women
AAUW www.aauw.org
Texas Conference for Women www.txconferenceforwomen.org/scholarships/php
Zonta International www.zonta.org
Scholarships for Minorities
Gates Millennium Scholarship www.gmsp.org
GE and LuLac www.lulac.org
Hispanic College Fund https://www.hsf.net/
Jackie Robinson Foundation www.jackierobinson.org
Minority Health Program www.ahcpr.gov
Ron Brown Scholarship www.ronbrown.org
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund www.tmcf.org
United Negro College Fund www.uncf.org
Scholarships for Children of Military Personnel
AFCEA International www.afcea.org/awards/scholarships.htm
Air Force Aid Society www.afas.org
Army Emergency Relief www.aerhq.org
Fisherhouse www.fisherhouse.org
Marine Corps Scholarships https://mcsf.scholarshipapps.org/index.cfm
Military Page www.military.com
Navy Marine Corps Relief www.nmcrs.org
ROTC Scholarship www.goarmy.com
Scholarships for Future Teachers
HEB Future Teacher Scholarship- https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/foundation/raising-texas-teachers/charles-butt-scholarship
Other Financial Aid / Scholarship Resources
The Council for Exceptional Children Scholarships are available for individuals planning on entering the field of special education. For more information, visit www.special-ed-careers.org
Career Colleges and Schools
Career Colleges and Schools of Texas
$1,000.00 scholarship available for students planning to attend a career or technical in the state of Texas. Please visit with the College Recruiter for a list of schools, and additional information.
Imagine America
$1,000.00 career education award available to recent high school graduates pursuing post secondary education at career colleges across the United States. Students must have a 2.5 GPA, demonstrated voluntary community service, and financial need. Visit with the College Recruiter for more details.
Scholarships for Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Bank of America Abilities Scholarship Program
Scholarships awarded to students with disabilities and have a permanent residence in Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia , Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, new Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. Students should have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0. For more information, call 864-268-3363.
Anne Ford Scholarship
A $10,000 award given to a high school senior with an identified learning disability who plans to pursue an undergraduate degree. For more information, visit www.ncld.org or call 212-545-7510.
P.Buckley Moss Society Harbison Award
Scholarships available for high school seniors with learning disabilities. For more information, write to the P. Buckley Moss Society, 601 Shenandoah Village Drive, Suite 1C, Waynesboaro, VA 22980. Interested parties may also call 540-943-5678.
Here are the top scholarships programs for African American students to apply for in 2019:
#1 – Spike Lee’s Malcolm X Scholarship For Exceptional Courage: The Malcolm X Scholarship for “Exceptional Courage” is directed towards undergraduate students, who are enrolled at one of the UNCF Institutions. The scholarship was developed by Spike Lee to increase the awareness about the life and contributions of Malcolm X within society. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2019/01/spike-lee-malcolm-x-scholarship-for-exceptional-courage.html
#2 – Derrick Rose Scholars Program: Passionate about embodying a legacy that will empower the next generation to pursue greatness; NBA star Derrick Rose has launched a scholarship program called the Rose Scholars. The program is open to high school sophomore, junior + senior students who are civically minded and have an instinct to lead. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/09/nba-star-derrick-rose-scholarship-program.html
#3 – Scholarships From Beyonce’s BeyGOOD Foundation and Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Foundation: While on their OTR II Tour, Beyoncé and Jay-Z (through BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation) announced a new scholarship program to award exceptional senior high school students with financial needs. Each recipient will receive a scholarship award of $100K to put toward their college enrollment, and the award will serve as a dedicated university-based fund for each selected student throughout the duration of their enrollment. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/09/scholarships-available-beyonce-beygood-jay-z-shawn-carter-foundation.html
#4 – National Hook-up of Black Women Scholarships: National Hook-up of Black Women (NHBW) Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited college or university in the fall after graduation. Two different scholarships are available. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/12/scholarships-national-hook-up-of-black-women-nhbw.html
#5 – Ron Brown Scholarship Program: The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. The program competitively awards scholars four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year). Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/10/ron-brown-scholarship-program-for-african-american-students.html
#6 – Kia Motors America/ United Negro College Fund Scholarship: United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has partnered with Kia Motors America to provide need-based scholarship opportunities. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, must be a Junior or Senior enrolled full-time at a UNCF member institution, and have completed a FAFSA and demonstrate an unmet financial need as verified by your college/university. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2019/01/kia-motors-america-united-negro-college-fund-scholarship.html
#7 – NBNA Scholarship Program For Black Nurses: National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) is committed to excellence in education and conducts continuing education programs for nurses and allied health professionals throughout the year. The association provides annual scholarships for students. Scholarships provide funding for continuing education. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/11/nbna-scholarship-program-black-african-american-nurses.html
#8 – Jesse Jackson’s PUSH Excel Scholarship Program: The PUSH Excel Scholarship Program was created to assist young people who are qualified but lack the financial resources to attend college. The goal of the program is to develop servant leadership potential in the scholarship students and encourage a spirit of social justice and social change. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/10/jessie-jackson-push-excel-scholarship-program-three-awards.html
#9 – Jill Scott’s Blues Babe Foundation Scholarship Program: Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and poet Jill Scott has an organization called the Blues Babe Foundation. Based in North Philadelphia, the program offers financial support and mentoring for students across the country that have shown the aptitude and commitment to their education, but whose families may not have the resources to ensure completion of their undergraduate degrees. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/10/jill-scott-blues-babe-foundation-scholarships.html
#10 – Boeing/ Thurgood Marshall College Fund HBCU Scholarship Program: This program provides an unparalleled career opportunity and scholarship for outstanding students attending Boeing HBCU priority schools. High performing students currently in their sophomore year, with a minimum GPA of 3.3 are encouraged to apply. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/12/boeing-hbcu-immersion-program-future-innovators.html
#11 – Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Program: The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) Scholarship program addresses the financial needs of college students and provides extensive, hands-on mentoring and support services. Once chosen from a national, selective application process, Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars receive a generous four-year grant to attend the undergraduate school of their choice and enroll in JRF’s celebrated “42 Strategies for Success Curriculum”. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/10/jackie-robinson-foundation-scholarships.html
#12 – Apple’s HBCU Scholarship Program: The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) in partnership with Apple is proud to present the Apple HBCU Scholars Program. Applications are open to outstanding students attending HBCUs with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and are currently working towards a degree in an undergraduate, Masters, or Ph.D. program. Learn more at www.blackscholarships.org/2018/09/apple-40-million-hbcu-scholarship-program-summer-internship.html
