This annual Guardian’s initiative is designed to reward the enterprising spirits of girls ages 12 to 18 –. Guardian awards prizes to 15 girls who demonstrate budding entrepreneurship; are taking the first steps toward financial independence; and make a difference in their schools and communities. Every [...]
Scholarships ‘Between $5,000 and $10,000’
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America – Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award Program
July 26th, 2010
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Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarships
July 26th, 2010
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The Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation encourages and supports Illinois residents who are committed to pursing careers in the restaurant and food service industry by awarding scholarships thorough it’s Scholarship Program. All senior high school students, GED graduates, undergraduate students, and educators are welcome to [...]
Scholarship Points
July 25th, 2010
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Amount: Up to $10,000
Deadline: Multiple drawings monthly – you just have to register on their website
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required: No
Ethnicity Requirement: None
Minimum GPA: None
Website: http://www.scholarshippoints.com/10K/?st=1054
**Can increase your chances of winning by taking surveys and reading blogs posted on their website**
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
May 6th, 2010
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JRF scholarships complement the financial aid students receive from their college or university for tuition and other education expenses (books, housing, etc.). Scholars are also financially sponsored to attend our annual four day Scholar’s Networking Weekend in New York City every spring during each of their college years.
Amount: Up to $7500
Number Available: Varies
Deadline: 3/31
U.S. [...]
Ayn Rand Institute – “Atlas Shrugged” Essay Contest
May 6th, 2010
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Amount & Number Awarded:
First Prize – $10,000 (1 awarded)
Second Prize – $2000 (10 awarded)
Third Prize – $1000 (10 awarded)
Finalist – $100 (45 awarded)
Semi-Finalist – $50 (175 awarded)
Deadline: 9/17
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required: No
Ethnicity Requirement: No
Minimum GPA: None
Website: http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/AtlasShrugged.aspx?theme=blue
Ayn Rand Institute – “The Fountainhead” Essay Contest
May 6th, 2010
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Amount & Number Awarded:
First Prize – $10,000 (1 awarded)
Second Prize – $2000 (10 awarded)
Third Prize – $1000 (10 awarded)
Finalist – $100 (45 awarded)
Semi-Finalist – $50 (175 awarded)
Deadline: 4/26
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required: No
Ethnicity Requirement: No
Minimum GPA: None
Website: http://essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com/TheFountainhead.aspx?theme=blue
KFC Colonel’s Scholars
May 6th, 2010
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The KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program® is looking for high school seniors with entrepreneurial drive, strong perseverance, demonstrated financial need, and who want to pursue a college education at an accredited public institution in the state they reside.
The KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and the [...]
Microsoft University Scholarships
May 6th, 2010
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There are THREE different types of scholarships available – General Scholarships; Women’s Scholarships; and Scholarships for Students with Disabilities.
We’re making it easier for future computer scientists to excel in what they love to do. A Microsoft scholarship provides an advantage so you can pursue studies in computer science and related technical disciplines. You’ll join other [...]
Microsoft – Minority Scholarship
May 6th, 2010
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We’re making it easier for future computer scientists to excel in what they love to do. A Microsoft scholarship provides an advantage so you can pursue studies in computer science and related technical disciplines. You’ll join other scholarship recipients from the United States, Canada, and Mexico who share the passion for [...]
Genesis Health Services Foundation – Gala Nursing Scholarships
April 18th, 2010
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The Gala Scholarship program will provide five scholarships of $6,000 each, for a total of $30,000, to college students who are seeking admission to, or have been accepted into, an undergraduate baccalaureate program in nursing at an accredited Iowa or Illinois college or university in the region. The applicant must be a resident of Illinois [...]
