Award Amount
$1000-$10000 Deadline Date
Dec 01 Awards Available
10
Description
The Pope John Paul II Cultural Center National Essay Contest is available to high school seniors in the United States and its territories and possessions. In his 2005 World Day of Peace message, Pope John Paul II urged his listeners "to promote peace, using consistent means, giving importance to dialogue and works of justice and educating for forgiveness." You must write an essay explaining how you would specifically apply Pope John Paul II's guidance about dialogue, justice and education for forgiveness to address terrorism in the aftermath of 9/11. All entries must have a school or church sponsor to be eligible. If selected as a finalist you must attend the National Essay Contest discourse and finals in Washington, DC from April 20-23, 2006.
Website
http://www.jp2cc.org
Sunday, 15 April 2012
Biblical Common Knowledge Challenge scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$250 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
2
Description
The Biblical Common Knowledge Challenge is open to high school students enrolled at a high school within the United States and its territories. This challenge tests your knowledge of the Holy Bible and quiz answers are not based on interpretation of the Old and New Testament, but rather on facts as outlined in the scripture or passage. Contests are divided into 4 rounds and you will take short multiple-choice quizzes at the CKSF web site. Each week the quiz will consist of 15-25 questions on a Book, subject matter, or character of the Bible. The September 2005 contest will be based on the Book of Exodus.
$250 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
2
Description
The Biblical Common Knowledge Challenge is open to high school students enrolled at a high school within the United States and its territories. This challenge tests your knowledge of the Holy Bible and quiz answers are not based on interpretation of the Old and New Testament, but rather on facts as outlined in the scripture or passage. Contests are divided into 4 rounds and you will take short multiple-choice quizzes at the CKSF web site. Each week the quiz will consist of 15-25 questions on a Book, subject matter, or character of the Bible. The September 2005 contest will be based on the Book of Exodus.
United Methodist Scholarship Program 2012 2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
May 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The United Methodist Scholarship Program is a church-wide educational service providing scholarships to help supplement the financial needs of today’s students. Funding for these scholarships is provided through Special Sundays Offerings, wills, annuities and other designated gifts. Students need to complete only one application each year. Applications are reviewed by members of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and other affiliated representatives.
Scholarship applications are accepted January 1 - May 15 each year. Awards are determined by July. Payment of scholarship awards are made after the Scholarship Office has received a verification of enrollment at a college or university for the Fall term.
The following are standard criteria for EVERY program offered through GBHEM:
- Applicants must be an ACTIVE, full member of The United Methodist Church for at least ONE year. Membership is determined by the date the applicant was confirmed and took membership vows with a United Methodist church. (Members of other Methodist denominations are not eligible.)
- Applicants must be pursuing a degree program at ANY accredited institution.
- High school students may apply IF they will be college students in the fall term.
- Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Applicants are required to be full-time students according to their school’s standards for the program for which they are enrolled.
Website
http://www.gbhem.org/site/c.lsKSL3POLvF/b.3501657/k.9196/Scholarships.htm
Varies Deadline Date
May 15 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The United Methodist Scholarship Program is a church-wide educational service providing scholarships to help supplement the financial needs of today’s students. Funding for these scholarships is provided through Special Sundays Offerings, wills, annuities and other designated gifts. Students need to complete only one application each year. Applications are reviewed by members of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and other affiliated representatives.
Scholarship applications are accepted January 1 - May 15 each year. Awards are determined by July. Payment of scholarship awards are made after the Scholarship Office has received a verification of enrollment at a college or university for the Fall term.
The following are standard criteria for EVERY program offered through GBHEM:
- Applicants must be an ACTIVE, full member of The United Methodist Church for at least ONE year. Membership is determined by the date the applicant was confirmed and took membership vows with a United Methodist church. (Members of other Methodist denominations are not eligible.)
- Applicants must be pursuing a degree program at ANY accredited institution.
- High school students may apply IF they will be college students in the fall term.
- Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Applicants are required to be full-time students according to their school’s standards for the program for which they are enrolled.
Website
http://www.gbhem.org/site/c.lsKSL3POLvF/b.3501657/k.9196/Scholarships.htm
Lutheran Student Fellowship Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$500 Deadline Date
Aug 15 Awards Available
4
Description
This award is available to any student who is a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and will be inrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. Students need to submit the contact information to find out about campus ministry opportunities in their area. (4) $500 book scholarships will be awarded on or about Aug. 15. Checks will be sent directly to students after submission of social security number and varification of information. The award will be distributed as 2 $250 checks one for the fall semester and one for the winter semester.
Website Address
http://www.lutheranstudentfellowship.org
$500 Deadline Date
Aug 15 Awards Available
4
Description
This award is available to any student who is a member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and will be inrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. Students need to submit the contact information to find out about campus ministry opportunities in their area. (4) $500 book scholarships will be awarded on or about Aug. 15. Checks will be sent directly to students after submission of social security number and varification of information. The award will be distributed as 2 $250 checks one for the fall semester and one for the winter semester.
Website Address
http://www.lutheranstudentfellowship.org
Lutheran Community Foundation Scholarships 2012 2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description:
Since its founding in 1995, the Lutheran Community Foundation has built a proven track record of sound stewardship for gifts from thousands of donors, whose numbers grow every day. We carefully manage your gifts, and direct them to programs and organizations that reflect your charitable interests.
The Lutheran Community Foundation offers the following scholarships:
- The Tulare County Lutheran Scholarship Program For Graduate & Professional Education
- The Tulare County Lutheran Scholarship Program For Undergraduates
- The St. Paul Lutheran Scholarship
- Norman Krueger American Legion Memorial Scholarship
- The Silverdale Lutheran Church Scholarship
- The Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of North Minneapolis Scholarship
Students who wish to apply to the scholarship program must complete an application. The application and required attachments will be available on our website in February of each year.
Website
http://www.thelcf.org/grants/grants_services/scholarship_applications
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description:
Since its founding in 1995, the Lutheran Community Foundation has built a proven track record of sound stewardship for gifts from thousands of donors, whose numbers grow every day. We carefully manage your gifts, and direct them to programs and organizations that reflect your charitable interests.
The Lutheran Community Foundation offers the following scholarships:
- The Tulare County Lutheran Scholarship Program For Graduate & Professional Education
- The Tulare County Lutheran Scholarship Program For Undergraduates
- The St. Paul Lutheran Scholarship
- Norman Krueger American Legion Memorial Scholarship
- The Silverdale Lutheran Church Scholarship
- The Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of North Minneapolis Scholarship
Students who wish to apply to the scholarship program must complete an application. The application and required attachments will be available on our website in February of each year.
Website
http://www.thelcf.org/grants/grants_services/scholarship_applications
Malta Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$2,000 Deadline Date
April 20 Awards Available
2
Description:
The Malta Scholarship is available to full- time students of the Eastern Orthodox faith. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Entering freshman students must have a minimum 1500 SAT score. Preference is given to orphans and to students studying the sciences, business, and the arts.
Website
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/administration/chancellor/scholarships.asp
$2,000 Deadline Date
April 20 Awards Available
2
Description:
The Malta Scholarship is available to full- time students of the Eastern Orthodox faith. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Entering freshman students must have a minimum 1500 SAT score. Preference is given to orphans and to students studying the sciences, business, and the arts.
Website
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/administration/chancellor/scholarships.asp
Gioles Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$1,500 Deadline Date
April 20 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The Gioles Scholarship is available to full- time students of Greek Orthodox faith. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Entering freshman students must have a minimum 1500 SAT score. Preference is given orphans and to students of Greek descent.
Website
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/administration/chancellor/scholarships.asp
$1,500 Deadline Date
April 20 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The Gioles Scholarship is available to full- time students of Greek Orthodox faith. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. Entering freshman students must have a minimum 1500 SAT score. Preference is given orphans and to students of Greek descent.
Website
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/administration/chancellor/scholarships.asp
American Baptist Financial Aid Program 2012 2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
May 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The Office of Financial Aid for Studies, National Ministries, administers the American Baptist Financial Aid Program that supports college students, graduate students, and seminarians.
To be considered for an undergraduate scholarship, a student must be the following:
- an active member of an American Baptist church for at least one year before applying for aid
- preparing to enter an accredited institution in the United States or Puerto Rico as a full-time freshman in the fall of the application year; and
- a U.S. citizen.
Scholarship amounts vary and are paid directly to the school and credited toward the recipient’s tuition. Scholarships are renewable and require that the student maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75. These scholarships may not be combined with other funding provided by National Ministries. Applications must be received by May 31.
To be considered for a graduate studies scholarship, students must be the following:
- an active member of an American Baptist church for at least one year before applying for aid
- enrolled at an accredited institution in the United States or Puerto Rico; and
- a U.S. citizen.
To be considered for a one-time doctoral grant of up to $3,000, Ph.D. candidates must have completed at least one year of their doctoral studies. Applicants must plan to teach at the college or seminary level in a field of study directly related to preparing American Baptist ministerial leaders. D.Min. candidates are not eligible for this grant. Applications must be received by May 31.
Ellen Cushing Scholarship
The alumni of Cushing College provide scholarships to female graduate students preparing for a human service career in the secular world. M.Div. and D.Min. students are not eligible. Applications must be received by May 31.
Website
http://www.nationalministries.org/education/financial_aid/student_info.cfm
Varies Deadline Date
May 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description:
The Office of Financial Aid for Studies, National Ministries, administers the American Baptist Financial Aid Program that supports college students, graduate students, and seminarians.
To be considered for an undergraduate scholarship, a student must be the following:
- an active member of an American Baptist church for at least one year before applying for aid
- preparing to enter an accredited institution in the United States or Puerto Rico as a full-time freshman in the fall of the application year; and
- a U.S. citizen.
Scholarship amounts vary and are paid directly to the school and credited toward the recipient’s tuition. Scholarships are renewable and require that the student maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75. These scholarships may not be combined with other funding provided by National Ministries. Applications must be received by May 31.
To be considered for a graduate studies scholarship, students must be the following:
- an active member of an American Baptist church for at least one year before applying for aid
- enrolled at an accredited institution in the United States or Puerto Rico; and
- a U.S. citizen.
To be considered for a one-time doctoral grant of up to $3,000, Ph.D. candidates must have completed at least one year of their doctoral studies. Applicants must plan to teach at the college or seminary level in a field of study directly related to preparing American Baptist ministerial leaders. D.Min. candidates are not eligible for this grant. Applications must be received by May 31.
Ellen Cushing Scholarship
The alumni of Cushing College provide scholarships to female graduate students preparing for a human service career in the secular world. M.Div. and D.Min. students are not eligible. Applications must be received by May 31.
Website
http://www.nationalministries.org/education/financial_aid/student_info.cfm
Mark Twain Scholarship 2012 2013 - Atheists of Florida
Award Amount
$300-$500 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
8
Description
The Mark Twain Scholarship is available to full-time students at secular universities, colleges, or institutions which award bachelor of science or bachelor of arts degrees. You must be majoring within the fields of arts and humanities, applied arts, education, science, social sciences, mathematics, engineering, or law to qualify for this award. Additionally, you must be of a freethinking persuasion, freed from all ancient or contemporary mythic interpretations of life and living, against all efforts to impose superstitious religious teachings and interpretations on society, and against anything that inhibits freedom for all. An essay is also required.
$300-$500 Deadline Date
Dec 31 Awards Available
8
Description
The Mark Twain Scholarship is available to full-time students at secular universities, colleges, or institutions which award bachelor of science or bachelor of arts degrees. You must be majoring within the fields of arts and humanities, applied arts, education, science, social sciences, mathematics, engineering, or law to qualify for this award. Additionally, you must be of a freethinking persuasion, freed from all ancient or contemporary mythic interpretations of life and living, against all efforts to impose superstitious religious teachings and interpretations on society, and against anything that inhibits freedom for all. An essay is also required.
American Atheists College Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$1000-$2000 Deadline Date
Jan 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The American Atheists College Scholarship is available to high school seniors and current undergraduate students. You must be an atheist, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and demonstrate activism to be eligible for this award.
Website
http://www.atheists.org
$1000-$2000 Deadline Date
Jan 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The American Atheists College Scholarship is available to high school seniors and current undergraduate students. You must be an atheist, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and demonstrate activism to be eligible for this award.
Website
http://www.atheists.org
Compassion and the Starving Child Essay Contest 2012 2013
Award Amount
$250-$1000 Deadline Date
Apr 16 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Compassion and the Working Child Essay Contest is open to students 22 years old and younger. To be eligible, you must submit a focused essay on the issue, "Compassion and the Working Child". Students 13-17 must submit an essay approximately 1,00 words in length; students ages 18-22 must submit an essay approximately 1,500 words in length.
Website
http://www.oakseed.org/
$250-$1000 Deadline Date
Apr 16 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Compassion and the Working Child Essay Contest is open to students 22 years old and younger. To be eligible, you must submit a focused essay on the issue, "Compassion and the Working Child". Students 13-17 must submit an essay approximately 1,00 words in length; students ages 18-22 must submit an essay approximately 1,500 words in length.
Website
http://www.oakseed.org/
Tall Clubs International Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Tall Clubs International Scholarship is available to students who have been submitted as a candidate by a TCI member club. You must live in an area which has a TCI member club. Women must be at least 5'10'' and men must be at least 6'2" to be considered for this award.
Varies Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Tall Clubs International Scholarship is available to students who have been submitted as a candidate by a TCI member club. You must live in an area which has a TCI member club. Women must be at least 5'10'' and men must be at least 6'2" to be considered for this award.
Student Education Loan - Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Award Amount
Varies Deadline Date
Apr 01 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Student Education Loan is available to gay and lesbian students whose parents have discontinued financial support for their education due to their sexuality. The loan requires an adult cosigner and is based on a promise of prompt repayment within two years.
Varies Deadline Date
Apr 01 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Student Education Loan is available to gay and lesbian students whose parents have discontinued financial support for their education due to their sexuality. The loan requires an adult cosigner and is based on a promise of prompt repayment within two years.
Lambert and Annetje Van Valckenburg Memorial Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$1000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Lambert and Annetje Van Valckenburg Memorial Scholarship is available to descendents of Lambert and Annetje Van Valkenburg. You must submit a 500-word essay to qualify for this award.
Website
http://www.navvf.org/index.html
$1000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Lambert and Annetje Van Valckenburg Memorial Scholarship is available to descendents of Lambert and Annetje Van Valkenburg. You must submit a 500-word essay to qualify for this award.
Website
http://www.navvf.org/index.html
Audre Lorde Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$100 Deadline Date
May 01 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Audre Lorde Scholarship Awards are designed to recognize out lesbians and gay men of color who are making significant contributions to their communities. You must be a graduating high school senior or currently attending any technical, undergraduate or graduate school located in the United States. You must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award.
Website
http://www.zami.org/scholarship.htm
$100 Deadline Date
May 01 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Audre Lorde Scholarship Awards are designed to recognize out lesbians and gay men of color who are making significant contributions to their communities. You must be a graduating high school senior or currently attending any technical, undergraduate or graduate school located in the United States. You must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award.
Website
http://www.zami.org/scholarship.htm
Orphan Foundation of America/Casey Family Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$10000 Deadline Date
Mar 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Orphan Foundation of America/Casey Family Scholarship is available to undergraduate students who are or will be enrolled in a college or university. You must have been in or presently be in foster care for more than one year at the time of your 18th birthday or high school graduation to be eligible for this award. In addition, you must be under the age of 25 as of the application deadline.
Website
http://www.orphan.org/
$10000 Deadline Date
Mar 31 Awards Available
Varies
Description
The Orphan Foundation of America/Casey Family Scholarship is available to undergraduate students who are or will be enrolled in a college or university. You must have been in or presently be in foster care for more than one year at the time of your 18th birthday or high school graduation to be eligible for this award. In addition, you must be under the age of 25 as of the application deadline.
Website
http://www.orphan.org/
John W. Perry Scholarship 2012 2013
Award Amount
$2000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The John W. Perry Scholarship is available to students who are affected by Section 484, subsection "r" of the Higher Education Act of 1998 (HEA) which delays or denies federal student financial aid to applicants with any misdemeanor or felony drug conviction. You must demonstrate financial need and demonstrate potential to succeed in school. Additionally, you must complete the online pre-application form and then download an application in PDF format.
Website
http://www.raiseyourvoice.com/perryfund/
$2000 Deadline Date
Varies Awards Available
Varies
Description
The John W. Perry Scholarship is available to students who are affected by Section 484, subsection "r" of the Higher Education Act of 1998 (HEA) which delays or denies federal student financial aid to applicants with any misdemeanor or felony drug conviction. You must demonstrate financial need and demonstrate potential to succeed in school. Additionally, you must complete the online pre-application form and then download an application in PDF format.
Website
http://www.raiseyourvoice.com/perryfund/
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