More Scholarship Opportunities

This is a guide to help you locate other scholarship opportunities.  These scholarships are not administered by Iowa Lakes Community College.  You must contact the listed organization for their scholarship’s information or, if indicated, the Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 or 800-242-5106 ext. 4410 or e-mail jrogers@iowalakes.edu. 

ADAM J. ANDERSON
For persons living in the Spencer area to pursue education and training to become a certified EMS provider. More information may be found at http://www.spencerhospital.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=206&Itemid=115.

AES ENGINEERS
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. To be eligible the student needs to answer one of the essay questions that they will find on our site at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. 
Amount of award:   $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 4, 2013
Further information, including previous winners, is available on our web site at:  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

ALL IOWA OPPORTUNITY FOSTER CARE 
The Opportunity Grant helps pay tuition and other school-related expenses for students who have aged out of Iowa’s foster care system and students adopted after their 16th birthday. For more information on this scholarship visit www.iowacollegeaid.gov. 

DR. ALMA S. ADAMS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
www.legacyforhealth.org/adamsscholarship  
Two (2) - $5000 Scholarships will be awarded to students for Outreach and Health Communications to Reduce Tobacco Use Among Priority Populations. Check out the website and scholarship application for details. Applications accepted January 1 – April 30, 2013. Email: adamsscholarship@legacyforhealth.org. Call: 202-454-5920

ASPIRINGNURSE.COM
Aspiringnurse.com is offering a $1000 scholarship to undergraduate nurse students seeking financial aid for tuition, books and education related costs for students pursuing degrees in nursing, medical, and health related fields. Amount of Award: $1,000. Deadline: July 1, 2013. Visit www.aspiringnurse.com/nursing-scholarship for more information.

AWS FOUNDATION, INC.
Numerous scholarship opportunities for students in the field of welding and related joining technologies may be found at www.aws.org/foundation. 

BARRY M. GOLDWATER
Information may be found at www.act.org/goldwater. Contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 before applying. 

BENNIE B. AND ERNESTINE F. SHINE
For persons living in the Spencer area pursuing an education in a health related field. Applicants must have completed at least one semester. More information may be found at http://www.spencerhospital.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=204&Itemid=115.

BestOnlineCollege.org - Undergraduate Scholarship
Amount of Award: $1,000
Deadline: July 1, 2013
Undergraduate Students
http://www.bestonlinecollege.org

BLACK AND LEE SCHOLARSHIP
$500 – 2 Awards (Deadline: May 15th, 2013)
To be eligible for the Black and lee Scholarship a student must:

1. Be between the ages of 15 and 20 on May 15th, 2013.
2. Submit answers to the essay question prior to the deadline.
3. Be attending a post-secondary institution by the Fall of 2013.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipandgrants.php

BLACK HILLS ENERGY
Beginning in 2013, Black Hills Energy has updated the focus of our scholarship program.  The focus of the new program is to build awareness of our industry and the opportunities we have available for men and women looking for a meaningful career in Energy Delivery.  We are now offering two scholarships of $1,000 each to students enrolled in the two-year Natural Gas Utility Construction and Service program at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) in Peosta, Iowa.   Students who meet eligibility requirements may apply for these new Improving Life with Energy scholarships.

We will be working directly with NICC for the scholarship selection process.  You can access an application on their website at www.nicc.edu.  Additional information will be available very soon at our website www.blackhillsenergy.com/scholarships. If you have additional questions, please contact me at denise.montgomery@blackhillscorp.com or by phone at 712-325-3080. Applications should be sent to Northeast Iowa Community College, Financial Aid Office, 10250 Sundown Rd, Peosta, IA 52068-9703 by April 1, 2013.

BLACK KNIGHT CAR CLUB 
The Black Knight’s Car Club of the Estherville, Iowa, area has developed a scholarship for persons studying in the automotive field. Contact the Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 for an application.

BRUCE HJELM MEMORIAL
For students who have completed at least one semester in a welding, mechanics, industrial trades, electricity, renewable energy or agriculture program. Preference may be given to graduates of Clay Central-Everly, Harris-Lake Park, Okoboji or Sioux Central high schools. For more information contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. 

BUENA VISTA UNIVERSITY PHI THETA KAPPA
Scholarship requires a hardcopy application; please contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. 

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN OF IOWA
For non-traditional students (completed HS five or more years previously) in need of additional education to reenter work force.  Must be U.S. citizen and Iowa resident (attending a school outside of Iowa does not negate Iowa residency or if parents are Iowa residents, constitutes Iowa residency). Applicants must display financial need, scholastic ability, leadership skills and career goals. Applicants do not need to be BPW members. Contact the Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 for hardcopy application. Applications must be postmarked by March 20, 2013 to be eligible for this year’s awards. Awards are $1000 each and will be awarded in April of 2013.

CARETENDERS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 31st, 2013)
To be considered eligible for the Caretenders Scholarship Program you must:

1. Be attending an accredited university, college, trades, or technical school in the fall of 2013.
2. In the fall of 2013, you must be attending a school in Canada or the United States.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.bellevilleretirementhomes.ca

CARVER SCHOLARSHIP

Twenty $5,200 Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust Scholarships will be awarded to selected University of Iowa students who will be juniors for the Fall 2013 semester.  Scholarships will be awarded to the applicants who best exemplify the industriousness shown by Roy J. Carver, who pulled himself up by his bootstraps to pursue and achieve the American dream.  For additional information about this scholarship, view the prospective applicant page on the Roy J. Carver web site.

If you feel you meet the requirements listed below, apply as soon as possible.

• Iowa resident (graduated from an Iowa high school or the last five or more consecutive years of residency in Iowa)
• U.S. citizen
• Reaching Junior status Fall 2013 (must have completed 60+ hours by fall)
• 2.80 cumulative GPA
• Full-time enrollment
• Showing great potential and promise, working hard to make ends meet, and have faced unusual or debilitating circumstances in your life
• Demonstrate financial need by filing the 2013-2014 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.gov) by March 1 and submit other required forms (Iowa Verification Form, federal income tax returns)
• Complete the Carver application on-line prior to April 1 (www.carvertrust.org)  Select the Scholarships tab at the top of the page, then select the Apply On-line First Year link on the right.
• The application requires an essay (limited to 500 words) explaining the barriers you have overcome to pursue your education.  In addition, you will be required to provide two e-mail addresses of professional individuals (other than family members) to submit electronic letters of support on your behalf.  

If you have questions regarding the Carver Scholarship application process, please contact Linda Pierce at linda-pierce@uiowa.edu.

CHS FOUNDATION
High school and two-year college students are invited to apply for a $1,000 scholarship from the CHS Foundation, the major giving entity of CHS Inc., the nation's leading farmer-owned cooperative.

• Two year college students: 25 $1,000 scholarships are available for first-year students studying an agricultural-related major at any two-year college.
• High school students: 50 $1,000 scholarships are available for seniors pursuing an ag-related major at any two-year or four-year college.
• University students: 150 scholarships are available to students working towards an ag-related major at 30 universities across the nation. Click here for a list of participating universities.

Click here for information and applications. 
Applications due April 1, 2013

CEO.COM
CEO of Tomorrow Scholarship As a source of information and inspiration for chief executives, CEO.com is interested in the success of not only the business leaders of today, but also the CEOs of tomorrow. For this reason, they are awarding a $2,500 scholarship to general and business program students interested in business leadership and/or entrepreneurship. Deadline: July 1, 2013. Visit www.ceo.com/ceo-of-tomorrow-scholarship for more information.

CREATE-A-GREETING-CARD CONTEST
Sponsored by The Gallery Collection, for more information visit www.gallerycollection.com. Enter scholarship in search site field and click go. 

CREATIVE BIOSCIENCE
The Fitness Scholarship is designed to encourage and promote a healthier lifestyle and to help college students learn about healthy eating habits early. A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded once per year, once in January. Creative Bioscience is the industry leader for diet supplements and diet support services. Our business success depends on maintaining a positive brand image and delivering a quality product to the market. The scholarship is awarded to students in health, biology, and medical programs. Deadline: November for January award. http://creativebioscience.com/blog/creative-bioscience-fitness-scholarship/

DAZ 3D - 3D GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP 
Amount of Award: $1,000
Deadline: June 1, 2013
General, Art, 3D, Graphic Design, or related programs 
http://www.daz3d.com
http://www.daz3d.com/3d-graphic-design-scholarship

DEGREEDIRECTORY.ORG 
http://degreedirectory.org/pages/scholarship_home.html

Nursing and Medical Assisting - $500  For students interested in pursuing associate level degrees, diplomas or certificates related to Nursing, Medical Assisting, Medical Laboratory Technology, Physical Therapy, Veterinary Technology, Radiologic Technology and others.

Art and Design - $500  For students interested in pursuing associate level degrees related to Art, Computer Aided Design, Fashion Design, Visual Communications, Interior Design, Computer Graphics and others.

Computer Technology and Information Systems - $500  For students interested in pursuing associate level degrees or certificates related to Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Networking, Computer Software,Database Technology, Information Security and others.

Online Associate Degree - $500  For full-time or part-time students interested in pursuing any online associate level degree.

DEGREEDUP.ORG
Four $1,250 cash scholarships.
Application: www.degreedup.org/cash-scholarship.html

DOMO - DOMO SCHOLARSHIP FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Amount of Award: Two (2) $2,500 Scholarships
Deadline: 2013 - 2014 academic school year
General, Business, Business Management, Analytics 
http://www.domo.com
http://www.domo.com/company/scholarship

EDUCATIONAL PORTAL.COM

Computer Science
For students who are pursuing computer related academic majors.  For more information visit:
http://education-portal.com/pages/Computer_Science_Academic_Scholarship.html. 

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Degrees
Undergraduate Academic Award http://education-portal.com/pages/Criminal_Justice_and_Law_Enforcement_Degrees_-_Undergraduate_Academic_Award.html  A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing any associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement. Areas of study that will be considered include Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, Sociology with Law/Criminal emphasis, Corrections, Computer Forensics, and Forensic Psychology, among others.

Liberal Arts and General Studies Degrees
Undergraduate Academic Award http://education-portal.com/pages/Liberal_Arts_and_General_Studies_Degrees_-_Undergraduate_Academic_Award.html  A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Liberal Arts, General Studies, or Humanities. 

Architecture and Drafting Degrees
Undergraduate Academic Award http://education-portal.com/pages/Architecture_and_Drafting_Degrees_-_Undergraduate_Academic_Award.html  A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Architecture, Architectural Drafting or Design, or Architectural Engineering. 

Undergraduate Distance Learning Degrees
Academic Award http://education-portal.com/pages/Undergraduate_Distance_Learning_Degrees_-_Academic_Award.html  A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a distance learning associate or bachelor degree program. Available to all part-time or full-time undergraduate students completing an online degree program.

FORECLOSEURE.ORG SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Essay Topic: What creative solutions, programs and/or initiatives to stimulate the United States housing market, as well as to turn the foreclosure tide, must a presidential candidate outline/promise to earn your vote? Feel free to include your very own original stimulus plan and/or ideas in your response, which can also be used to enhance existing platforms from candidates and/or other influential thought leaders.
Deadline: Dec. 1, 2012
Requirements: Minimum 800 words, Maximum 2,000
Awards: Five winners will be selected : Top prize $5,000, Second through fifth place will receive $1,000 each
http://www.foreclosure.com/scholarship/

GILBRAITTI SCHOLARSHIP
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: March 30th, 2013
To be eligible for the Gilbraitti Scholarship a student must:

1. Be between the ages of 16-20
2. Must be attending a College or University in the Fall of 2013.
3. Must complete the application form, including the essay prior to the deadline of March 30th, 2013

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.coquitlammortgagebrokers.com

HEALTHY CHOICES SCHOLARSHIP
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: April 30th, 2013)
To be eligible for the Healthy Choices Scholarship you must:

1. Be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2013.
2. A student can be enrolled at any level in any program that is two years in length or longer.
3. Students must be Canadian or U.S. residents.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.chiropractorkelowna.ca/chiropractors.php

HISPANIC FUND
For Hispanic heritage students with U.S. citizenship, minimum cumulative 3.00 GPA and planning to transfer to any U.S. accredited four-year institution.  For more information visit www.hsf.net. 

IMAGINE AMERICA
Visit www.imagine-america.org for information about the Imagine America Scholarship Programs. 

IOWA PORK PRODUCERS
http://www.iowapork.org/IAPorkYouthTeam/ScholarshipOpportunities/tabid/1026/Default.aspx

JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER
Interested students must visit the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Website at  www.jkcf.org to determine eligibility to apply for this scholarship. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation does not accept applications directly from students; if you feel you meet the eligibility requirements contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 for further help. 

JUDD GRANTS FOR NURSING STUDENTS
For residents of Dickinson County, Iowa, entering or enrolled in an RN, LPN or BSN program.  For an application call Delaine Olson at 712-336-1795. 

KOSSUTH CONNECTIONS
For active high school or post secondary students who are residents of Kossuth County.  Students must be planning to be (or already enrolled in) an accredited public or private university, college, vocational, technical or post secondary institution full time.  Students must exhibit leadership qualities through involvement with the Youth Committee of Kossuth Connections Coalition and other activities.  For more information contact 515-395-8336 or kossuthconnections@gmail.com.

LATINO UNIDOS
Latinos Unidos of Iowa, Inc. is very proud to grant college scholarships for Latino/Latina students who will attend Iowa institutions.  For more information, or to download an application, please visit http://www.latinosunidosofiowa.com.

LIFT PARTS EXPRESS SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 30th, 2013)
To be eligible for the LPE Scholarship you must be either:

1. A current senior in high school or a Freshman or Sophomore in College/University.
2. Be a legal resident of the United States or Canada
3. Enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2013

Application can be found by going to: http://www.forkliftpartsillinois.com

LLOYD SCHULTZ MEMORIAL
For Dickinson County, Iowa, graduates entering an institution of higher learning while participating in an area of the fine arts including music, speech, drama, art or dance.  For more information and a hardcopy application contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. 

LM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
$1,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 31st, 2013)
To be considered eligible for the LM Scholarship Program you must be: Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September.  Additionally, to be eligible a student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline. Applications can be found by going to: http://www.forklifttrainingvancouver.com

MARK & COLETTE HEYWOOD
For Estherville Lincoln Central (Estherville, Iowa) graduates planning to attend Iowa Lakes Community College OR after graduating from Iowa Lakes Community College planning to attend the University of Iowa, Iowa State University or the University of Northern Iowa.  Hardcopy application is available at the Institutional Advancement Office, call 712-362-0410. 
Application

MassMutual Scholars Program for Multicultural College Students Across the Country
For the 2013-14 academic year, this is a national scholarship program for high-achieving college students of African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, or Hispanic decent interested in pursuing careers in the insurance and financial services industry. Eligible students of all majors will be considered who are entering their sophomore year in pursuit of an undergraduate degree at an accredited U.S. college and are interested in pursuing a career in the insurance and financial services industry.  The scholarship application is available from January 3 – May 3, 2013. Students apply online at www.act.org/massmutual. 

MediCareSupplementalInsurance.com - Therapy Professional Scholarship
Amount of Award: $1,000
Deadline: December 15, 2012
Medical, Health, Therapy or Psychology fields, or related programs
http://www.medicaresupplementalinsurance.com/scholarship.html

MilitaryVALoan.com - Disability Awareness Scholarship
Amount of Award: $1,000
Deadline: January 10, 2013
General, Military
http://www.militaryvaloan.com/disability-scholarships.html

NATAS-UPPER MIDWEST CHAPTER/FOUNDATION
For high school seniors planning to major in journalism, broadcasting or electronic media at an accredited post secondary education institution.  Grant must be used for tuition and fees.  Contact the Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410 for more information.

P.E.O. CHAPTER PA
For graduating senior women or women currently enrolled in an institution of higher education who previously graduated from a Dickinson County, Iowa, school district.  For more information and a hardcopy application contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. May apply yearly with an application deadline April 1 each yr. Awards are $500.

PHI THETA KAPPA HONOR SOCIETY (Do not need to be a Phi Theta Kappa member unless noted)

• All-USA/Coca-Cola Academic Teams and New Century Scholars
• All-State Academic Teams
• Guistwhite Scholarships (Phi Theta Kappa members ONLY)
• Hites Transfer Scholarships
• Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarships
• Lanza Scholarships
• Phi Theta Kappa Member Scholarships (Phi Theta Kappa members ONLY) 

Deadlines and eligibility criteria vary. For complete details visit http://scholarships.ptk.org. All scholarships above require a nomination process; please contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. 

Providian Medical Scholarship

http://www.providianmedical.com/providian-medical-scholarship/

Providian Medical, a  leading company in the sales and service of new and refurbished ultrasound, MRI, and CT medical equipment, is pleased to announce its first annual “Providian Medical Scholarship.” At Providian Medical, we believe that education is key for anyone preparing to enter the workplace and embark on a career. To that end, we hope to play a small part in helping students achieve their educational goals with this bi-annual $500 scholarship.

To apply for the scholarship, you must submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum. Entries can also include a look toward the future and how this area of study will continue to evolve and advance.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee made up of principles and employees of Providian Medical. The decision of the panel will be based on originality, research, and quality of the essay submitted. Any student planning for a medical or veterinary career is especially encouraged to enter, however, students on any career path are also welcome to apply.

Requirements for entry:

• Must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in the United States
• Must be either in your final year of high school or enrolled at the undergraduate level in “good standing”
• Must be age 16 or older
• Must be attending a U.S.-based institution
• Must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)
• Entries must be post marked by June 21st for our Summer Entry Deadline or Jan 15th for our Winter Entry Deadline
   

ROBERT D. BLUE
The 2013 Robert D. Blue Scholarship application is now available online at www.rdblue.org. Students whom wish to apply for the scholarship are required to complete the application online at www.rdblue.org.    

The Robert D. Blue scholarship is made possible by the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation. Any Iowa student who plans to attend an Iowa college or university is eligible for this award. Applicants are expected to demonstrate literary and scholastic ability; exhibit qualities of truth, courage, and fellowship; and display moral force of character. The deadline for submission is May 10, 2013.

More information about the Robert D. Blue Scholarship is available at www.rdblue.org.  If you have questions regarding the scholarship, please contact Alicia Ronne, in my office, either by telephone at 515-242-5270 or by email at alicia.ronne@iowa.gov.

ROBINSON FAMILY COMPANIES SCHOLARSHIPS:

• The GetinBusiness.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship:
  GetinBusiness! is a resource site for entrepreneurs, offering information on how to incorporate and other business start-up tools.  The company offers a scholarship to the student who writes the best short essay on entrepreneurship per the guidelines set forth on www.getinbusiness.com/blog/scholarship  This scholarship requires an easy application form submitted through email.  See the website for details.
   
• The FreeLegalAid.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship:
  A scholarship offered to the student who writes the best short essay on access to law per the guidelines set forth on www.freelegalaid.com/scholarship  Free Legal Aid is one of the oldest websites offering completely free legal resources.  This scholarship requires an easy application form submitted through email.  See the website for details.
   
• The MissionVacation.com Entrepreneurship Scholarship:
  Mission Vacation is a company focusing on vacation rentals in Mission Beach, San Diego.  A scholarship offered to the student who writes the best short essay on travel per the guidelines set forth on www.MissionVacation.com/scholarship  This scholarship requires an easy application form submitted through email.  See the website for details.
   
• The Techlaw LLP Entrepreneurship Scholarship:
  Techlaw LLP is a boutique intellectual property law firm, handling trademarks, copyrights and patents.  A scholarship offered to the student who writes the best short essay on intellectual property law per the guidelines set forth on www.TechLawLLP.com/scholarship   This scholarship requires an easy application form submitted through email.  See the website for details.

ROGERS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 1st, 2013)
In order to be eligible for the Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarship Program, you must be attending school on a full-time basis during the fall of 2013 and be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at any level.  Additionally, you must have contributed a minimum of 10 hours of non-paid, volunteer service within your community during the last 12 months and have maintained a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Applications can be found by going to: http://www.southsurreydentists.com

RUTH CORNWALL MEMORIAL STUDENT LOAN FUND
Established to assist persons interested in entering the nursing or an allied health profession.  This fund is designed to be a self-perpetuating loan fund, not a scholarship fund.  It is expected that a recipient repay the loan in a timely fashion.  More information may be found at http://www.spencerhospital.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=205&Itemid=115.

ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP 
This year, Rotary District 5970 will award three $5,000 District Grant Scholarships for the 2013-2014 academic year. District Grant Scholarships may be used at the vocational/community college or four year college/university level for either undergraduate or graduate study. Scholarships will be awarded for one school year (two semesters of study) and paid directly to the recipient’s school of choice, once the recipient is successfully enrolled. The following information is intended to assist you in becoming an applicant for a Rotary District 5970, District Grant Scholarship. Go to this website for further details: http://district5970.org. To become a candidate for a Rotary District Grant Scholarship for undergraduate or graduate study, a person (a) must be sponsored by a local District 5970 Rotary club in his/her home town or by a local District 5970 club in the community in which he/she attends college or is employed and must then be selected for the scholarship by the Education Awards Committee in Rotary District 5970. The club president of the sponsoring club will need to sign the endorsement page and send it to me, along with the application materials you provide (see applicant checklist posted under the “scholarship” section online). Every club in the district is entitled to sponsor up to two applicants. All sponsored applications that meet deadlines will be reviewed and screened by the District 5970 Grants Scholarship Subcommittee.

SCHOLARSHIP BY DESIGN AWARD
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: May 1st, 2013)
To be eligible for the Scholarship by Design Award a student must:

1. Be currently attending school as a high school senior or as an undergraduate student.
2. Be a resident of either Canada or the United States.
3. Be currently attending school on a full-time basis.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.studentscholarships.org 

SEDARY & ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: June 15th, 2013)
To be eligible for the Sedary & Associates scholarship a student must:

1. Be between the ages of 16-22 on the day your application is due.
2. Be enrolled in a college, university, trades, or technical school by no later than the Fall of 2013.
3. Submit an essay answering the question on the sponsors website.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.burnabylawyers.ca 

SPECIALCABLEDEALS.COM
SpecialCableDeals.com is announcing an essay contest for student to compete for a $1,000 scholarship for educational expenses at an accredited college or institution of higher learning. We understand the value of education and also know the costs association with obtaining a degree. Eligibility is not dependent on grade point average or financial need. One entry per student, per contest. Interested student can write a brief essay on the selected topic with the winner being chosen from the essay submitted. Find complete information and further details about this scholarship contest at http://www.specialcabledeals.com/best-cable-promotions.html. The contest ends on January 1, 2013.

SPECIALTY EQUIPMENT MARKET ASSOCIATION (SEMA)
For students with a passion for cars and trucks; the specialty-equipment market is looking for you.  Visit www.sema.org/scholarships for more information. 

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF ALGONA, IOWA – NORTH CENTRAL REGION
This $500 scholarship opportunity is for women with primary financial responsibility for themselves and their dependents who are attending an undergraduate degree program or a vocational skills training program and display financial need. Hard copy of the application is available at the Institutional Advancement Office call 712-362-0410 if interested. Or contact Vickie Roeber home@heartenbnb.com or 515-295-9445. Deadline is December 15. 2012.

T.E.A.C.H. EARLY CHILDHOOD IOWA
Several opportunities are available to students studying Early Childhood Education or Child Care.  Visit www.iowaaeyc.org or call 800-469-2392 for more information. 
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TYLENOL
For students who are pursuing health-related studies.  Visit www.tylenol.com/scholarship and use access key TYNL for more information. 

UWIG ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
For students pursuing a career in power engineering with a focus on or major in wind generation.  Emphasis will be placed on GPA and short essay explaining why student is pursuing career related to wind generation.  Visit http://www.uwig.org/scholarshipprogram.html for more information. 

VARSITY TUTORS'
Varsity Tutors' is a private tutoring & test prep service with more than 800 tutors in 10 cities, and they have decided to give back to the community by offering a monthly $1,000 college scholarship to students who plan on or are currently attending a 4-year university.  Prizes are awarded monthly and will be paid directly to the winner's college or university at their time of enrollment. The scholarship program webpage (with more information) can be found here, www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship. Contact info is: 314-252-8768 or scholarship@varsitytutors.com.

VIRAL VIDEO SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST 2010P
The American Lawyer Academy offers up to $25,000 in scholarships to film students or video production enthusiasts that use their talents and creativity to spread a positive safe driving message.  For more information visit www.ViralVideoScholarshipContest.com.

WA-TAN-YE OF ESTHERVILLE, IOWA (PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S SERVICE ORGANIZATION)
For nontraditional students pursuing an education at Iowa Lakes Community College.  For a hardcopy application contact the Institutional Advancement Office at 712-362-0410. 

YOUTH AND FAMILY RESOURCES OF EMMET COUNTY
Youth and Family Resources of Emmet County established two $500 scholarships for students who have completed at least one year of full-time college (or community college) credit with a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5.  Recipients must maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. 

Applicants must show an interest in community service activities and demonstrate a positive character.  Preference will be given to applicants enrolled in Criminal Justice, Sociology/Social Services, Education or related programs of study.  Applicants may be pursuing undergraduate or post-graduate studies.

Applications must be received prior to June 15th and accompanied by a transcript of grades from the previous semester of study.  Scholarships will be awarded by September 1st.  Applications should be sent to:  Scholarship Selection Committee, Youth and Family Services Board of Directors, Attn:  Jen Sievert,  P.O. Box 515, Estherville, Iowa  51334 or emailed to jen.sievert@yfrs.org. Application

YOUTH VOLUNTEER SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
$500 – 1 Award (Deadline: April 15th,2013)
To be eligible for the Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award:

1. Over the past 2 years a student must have completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work.
2. Over the past 2 years a student must have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or greater.
3. A student must be under the age of 21 years of age on the day of the deadline.
4. A student must submit an essay on this year’s topic.

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.usbbgcommunications.com