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Throughout the year our office receives scholarship announcements from various charitable foundations and non-profit organizations.  This page is used as an electronic bulletin board for scholarship announcements and updated upon receipt of new information. 

2007-08 Scholarship Announcements

TYLENOL SCHOLARSHIP
Announced May 3, 2008

Training qualified people to work in health-related fields is critical to achieving America's high standards of healthcare.   That is why Tylenol will continue its annual scholarship program.  In 2009, scholarship awards will total $250,000 to outstanding students pursuing health-related studies.  Applications can be found at www.tylenol.com/scholarship using the keyword TYNL.  Application deadline is May 15, 2008.

ASSOCIATED WOMEN FOR HARDING SCHOLARSHIP
Announced April 1, 2008

Click here for the application for AWH scholarship. These need-based scholarships are for incoming freshmen for the Fall 2008 year and will be awarded in the fall. Deadline for the scholarship application is May 1, 2008.

1. Available for first year students, preference given to those who are single.
2. Based on proven financial need as determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Consideration will be given to both non-Pell and Pell eligible students who demonstrate a need for financial assistance. {It is extremely important that you fill out the Student Aid information and send it in quickly.}
3. Applicant must be a faithful member of the church of Christ.
4. Student must make application and be accepted to Harding University.
5. The Associated Women for Harding (AWH) Scholarship applicant must meet all requirements. (If all requirements are not met the application cannot be considered.)
6. Scholarships are made in varying sizes according to proven need. (One half of the scholarship is given at the beginning of each semester.)
7. Student must remain in acceptable academic and social standing to receive the second semester funds.
8. Application deadline is May 1. Only applications postmarked by the March 1 deadline will be considered.
9. Three (3) letters of recommendation must be submitted. Please include a list of those asked to provide this letter, along with a daytime phone number for contact purposes.

Letters may be from church members, school faculty, employers or friends of the family who have known you for at least 3 years. Please try to have one, if possible, from an AWH member who knows you. No family members, please. Letters of recommendation should all address worthiness and need. These letters must be sent directly to: Harding University, Liz Howell, Box 10768, Searcy, AR 72149-0001

SALINE COUNTYEXECUTIVE ASSOCIATION
Announced March 13, 2008

The Saline County (Arkansas) Executive Associate (SCEA) has established a $1,000 scholarship for the purpose of assisting students entering their sophomor, junior, senior, or graduate year of higher education through one of Arkansas's private or public colleges or universities or approved vo-tech or community colleges.  The scholarship is paid in two installments of $500 each for the fall and spring semesters.

Deadline for application is June 2, 2008.  Applications may be obtained by emailing at scea@netoffice.com with the word "scholarship" in the subject line.   

ARKANSAS ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID ADMINISTRATORS SCHOLARSHIP
Announced February 14, 2008 

AASFAA will, again, offer at least two $500 scholarships to Arkansas students this fall.  These are non-renewable awards.  Scholarship winners will be selected at a random drawing during the 2008 Spring AASFAA Conference in April.   Winners must be enrolled at least half time in 2008-2009 in a program that leads to a college degree or certificate at an AASFAA member institution.  An application form is available for download and must be printed, completed and returned to the Financial Aid Office for submission to AASFAA.  The deadline for applications is May 1, 2008.

HISPANIC COLLEGE FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Announced February 13, 2008

Last year the Hispanic College Fund (HCF) awarded $1.8 million to over 615 students nationwide.  HCF Scholars not only benefit from funding, but also from joining a powerful network of HCF Scholars, coporate executives and government leaders vested in developing the next generation of Hispanic professionals. 

HCF Scholars include some of the nation's top college students studying business, finance, engineering and the sciences.  Applications and regulations for the 2008-09 school year are available on the web at www.hispanicfund.org/scholarships.php and the application deadline is March 15, 2008.  

NASA MUST SCHOLARSHIP
Announced February 6, 2008

The MUST Program supports the best and brightest students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) disciplines during the early years of their college education while enriching their learning with the MUST Professional Academic Support System (MUST PASS), an academic enrichment, mentoring and career development system.  Scholars participate in exciting research opportunities at NASA Centers that will help broaden their career horizons.  Students from underrepresented groups in STEM are encouraged to apply.  Applications are available at http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications.

The Oaklawn Foundation Scholarship will award 40 scholarships at $4,000 each for the 2008-09 school year.  The scholarship is open to Garland County, Arkansas residents only.  The application and further details are available at www.npcc.edu and the deadline is March 14, 2008

FAITH AND EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Announced February 5, 2008

The Faith and Education Scholarship Fund is pleased to offer annually, two one-year $5,000 scholarships. The F&E Scholarship is available for active Church of Christ members who are pursuing their undergraduate education at a liberal arts university.  The application and other relevant paperwork must be downloaded from the "apply" section of www.faithandeducation.org.  Application deadline is March 14, 2008 

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
Announced February 5, 2008

The Community Foundation Scholarship Program is made up of different scholarship funds established by individuals, firms, or organizations wanting to assist individuals pursuing of college education.  Scholarships Funds have been set up to benefit students from a particular geographic area or school attending certain post-secondary institutions, or entering certain fields of study.  

Applications are available at www.cfmt.org and the deadline for application is March 15, 2008.   

MICKEY AND ROSS KELDER SCHOLARSHIP TRUST
Announced January 31, 2008

Applications for the Mickey and Ross Kelder Scholarship Trust are now available for full time students in the State of Arkansas who are pursuing studies in foreign languages (whether or not as their college major) as an undergraduate or graduate student at a college or university; however, teaching foreign languages within the State of Arkansas shall not be a requirement or requisite to any scholarship award.  Those who are planning to teach foreign languages within the State of Arkansas will be given preference to the scholarship awards.  

Scholarship applications, re-applications and booklet are available at www.fnbmh.com and the deadline is April 12, 2008.   

MINORITY IN GOVERNMENT FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP
Announced January 31, 2008

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada is pleased to announce the Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship.  This scholarship competition is for minority students of public administration (government) accounting, finance, political science, economics or business administration (with a specific focus on government or nonprofit management) at the upper-division undergraduate or graduate level.  One scholarship of $5,000 is available for award in 2008.  Candidates should have a superior record of academic achievement and/or job performance and show promise of completion of their undergraduate or graduate program at a high level of performance.  In addition, candidates should have plans to pursue a career in state or local government.  Applications and additional information are available under "Scholarships" at www.gfoa.org.  All applications must be received no later than February 29, 2008.  The winner will be informed, and the award publicly announced, by May 2, 2008.

GEORGE A. NIELSEN PUBLIC INVESTOR SCHOLARSHIP
Announced January 31, 2008

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada is pleased to announce the George A. Nielson Public Investor Scholarship competition.  This scholarship competition is for student who have been admitted on a full or part-time basis to an undergraduate or graduate program in public administration, finance, business administration or a related field.  A scholarship of $5,000 will be awarded in 2008.  Candidates should have a superior record of academic achievement and/or job performance and show promise of completion of their undergraduate or graduate program at a high level of performance.  In addition, candidates should have plans to pursue a career in state or local government.  Applications and additional information are available under "Scholarships" at www.gfoa.org.  All applications must be received no later than February 29, 2008.  The winner will be informed, and the award publicly announced, by May 2, 2008.

FRANK L. GREATHOUSE GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP
Announced January 31, 2008

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada is pleased to announce the Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship.  This scholarship competition is for student who have been admitted on a full or part-time basis to an undergraduate or graduate program preparing for a career in state or local government finance in the United States or Canada.  Undergraduate students must be in the process of completing at least their junior year by the time the scholarship is awarded.  One or more scholarships of $3,500 each is available for award in 2008.  Candidates should have a superior record of academic achievement and/or job performance and show promise of completion of their undergraduate or graduate program at a high level of performance.  In addition, candidates should have plans to pursue a career in state and local government or in government accounting or public administration.  Applications and additional information are available under "Scholarships" at www.gfoa.org.  All applications must be received no later than February 29, 2008.  The winner will be informed, and the award publicly announced, by May 2, 2008.

SALLIE MAE $2 MILLION DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Announced January 21, 2008

The Sallie Mae Fund announced that its scholarship season is now open and invites students attending college in the fall to apply for more than $2 million in scholarships it will award for the 2008-09 school year.  Application, elgibility and deadline information are now available at www.salliemaefund.org.  

THE FUND FOR THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION FELLOWSHIP Announced December 07, 2007

The Fund for Theological Education (FTE) offers young adults, who may be drawn to religious leadership, a network of support, both financial and relational.  Undergraduate fellowship, a program for rising juniors and seniors nominated by college faculty and administrators offers a $2,000 stipend to use for educational expenses.  Nomination forms and applications may be downloaded from www.thefund.org.  Deadline for nominations is February 1, 2008 and deadline for application is March 15, 2008.   

PRESIDENTIAL FORUM ON RENEWABLE ENERGY ESSAY CONTEST
Announced Decmenber 06, 2007

The Presidential Forum on Renewable Energy is sponsoring a student essay contest in which three college students will be named and awarded a $10,000 educational prize.  the contest, which begins on November 17 will engage colleges students in the issues of renewable energy, sustainability, and conservation.  The contest is open to students who, as of January 1, 2008, are between the ages of 18 and 24; enrolled, full-time or part-time, in an undergraduate college program; and a citizen of the United States of America.  Submission deadline is February 1, 2008 to www.2008EnergyForum.org.

ARKANSAS PRESS WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP
Announced December 05, 2007

The Arkansas Press Women (APW) is happy to announce its scholarship contest for 2008.  Each spring, APW, a professional organization for women and men in communications, gives a $1,000 scholarship to an Arkansas college student planning a career in journalism or mass communications.  The scholarship deadline is March 1, 2008.  Applications are available for download here.

JOHN GYLES EDUCATION AWARD SCHOLARSHIP
Announced December 05, 2007

The John Gyles Education Awards are available each year to students in both Canada and the United States.  They are the result of a private, benevolent endeavor established in 1990.  Full Canadian and American citizenship is a requirement.  Awards are available to both male and female students for areas of post secondary study.  A minimum GPA of 2.7 is required.  Criteria other than strictly academic ability and financial need are considered in the selection process.  Selected students will receive up to $3,000.  The deadline for application is June 1, 2008.  Applications are available online at www.johngyleseducationcenter.com.

EFSI LENDING FOR LEARNING $50,000 SCHOLARSHIP
Announced December 05, 2007

Two $5,000 scholarships and sixteen $2,500 scholarships are guaranteed to be awarded.  To qualify, you must be a first-year student for the Fall 2008 semester enrolled at an accredited U.S. Department of Education college.  Deadline for application is May 31, 2008 and you may apply at www.efsi.net/50k.   

INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS
Announced November 20, 2007

The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) is pleased to offer scholarships to students pursuing study in accounting or finance as an undergraduate or graduate.  The Memorial Education Fund (MEF) Scholarship and the Stuart Cameron and Margaret McCloud Memorial (SCMS) Scholarship are now seeking application for the 2008 academic year.  The MEF Scholarship ranges from $1,000 to $2,500 and the SCMS Scholarship amount is $5,000.  The application is available on the IMA Web site at www.imanet.org/scholarships.  The deadline for application is February 15, 2008. 

APOGEE SEARCH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Announced March 7, 2007

In the First Annual Apogee Search Scholarship Program, we want you to flex your writing muscles and forecast where Google will take us in years to come.  We have our research and projections, but we would like to see what you think—and we want to pay you for it.  One undergraduate or graduate student will be awarded this scholarship in recognition of his or her best explanation as to how Google’s evolution will affect the internet and those in the Search Engine Marketing industry.  For rules and how to submit your essay, please visit http://www.apogee-search.com/scholarship/rules.html.  Deadline for submission is June 1, 2007. 

ARKANSAS HIGH-TECH SCHOLARSHIP
Announced February 27, 2007

The Arkansas High-Tech Scholarship program plans to award 18 scholarships during the 2007-08 school year to students enrolled in eligible postsecondary technical programs.  The scholarship award is $250 per semester (maximum $500 per academic year).  Preference is given to graduating high school seniors.

Initial eligibility requirements are as follows:
 - Must be an Arkansas resident and a United States citizen
 - Must enroll full-time in a designated postsecondary technical program
 - Must demonstrate leadership capabilities
 - Must have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
 - Must have a minimum ACT composite score of 19 or be ranked in the upper 10% of high school graduating class

Applications may be downloaded and printed at www.harding.edu/finaid/ARHighTechScholarship.pdf.  The deadline for application is July 1, 2007

This scholarship program provides awards of up to $1,000 for the purpose of assisting students entering their sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate year.  Information and details may be obtained through the adobe acrobat link: www.harding.edu/finaid/SalineCountyScholarship.pdf.  All questions should be directed to scea@netoffice.com with the subject line containing the word "scholarship."  The deadline for applications is June 1, 2007.

ACCOUNTEMPS ACCOUNTING & FINANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
Announced January 25, 2007

This scholarship program provides awards of up to $2,500 to outstanding students to encourage their selection of accounting as a major and their ultimate entry into the profession. These awards are funded by the AICPA Foundation from monies contributed by the AICPA, its members, public accounting firms, and others. The program has been in existence for more than 20 years and has awarded more than $6 million in scholarships.

More information is available at www.aicpa.org.

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
Announced January 11, 2007

The American Chemical Society is now receiving applications for the 2007-2008 academic year.  The ACS awards scholarships in the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, material science and environmental science. 

The scholarship is designed to encourage African-American, Hispanic, and Native American students to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the chemical sciences.  The ACS program will award approximately 100 scholarships to undergraduate students interested in four-year degrees in the chemical sciences.  High school seniors who will be entering college are also eligible.  The scholarship is valued at up to $2,500 per academic year for freshmen, and up to $3,000 per academic year for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. 

For applications and additional information, please visit http://chemistry.org/scholars.  The deadline for application is March 1, 2007.

US BANK SCHOLARSHIP RANDOM DRAWING
Announced January 9, 2007

In 2007, US Bank will again offer thirty (30) - $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors visiting their web site.  High school seniors are encouraged to enter this random drawing through the end of February at www.usbank.com/studentbanking. 

For students pursuing a graduate accounting degree are invited to apply for the AICPA John L. Carey scholarship.  Scholarships will be given based upon academic achievement, leadership, future career interests and are contingent upon acceptance in a graduate accounting program.  Each year, up to seven recipients will be awarded $5,000 and will be eligible for renewal for one more year, provided satisfactory scholastic progress is maintained. 

The deadline for submission of applications is April 1, 2007.  Applications are located at www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu.jlcs.htm.  For any questions you may send them to educat@aicpa.org.