Archive for January, 2010

Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

Description:

The AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop is an annual invitational program for minority accounting students who plan to pursue the CPA designation. This event aims to strengthen students’ professional skills and understanding of the limitless possibilities and benefits of earning the CPA credential. Through speakers, panel discussions and interactive programs, participants gain confidence and an enhanced understanding of the various career paths with the accounting profession to prepare them for the steps that follow graduation.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/aslw.htm

Deadline:

May 27, 2010

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THE CULINARY TRUST Scholarship & grant Program

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Description:

The scholarships and grants listed in this program are available for degree, certificate or diploma programs at culinary schools, continuing education courses, advanced degrees, internships, independent study, research, and writing projects.

• The scholarships are valid for study between 01 July 2010 and 30 June 2011 unless otherwise noted in the detail for the award.

• The Culinary Trust’s scholarship and grant program is open to applicants around the world. Individual awards may specify beginning culinary students or career professionals. Additional requirements may apply to individual awards.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://theculinarytrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/scholar-program-listing-10-11-form-4.pdf

Deadline:

March 01, 2010

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Wings Over America Scholarship

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Description:

The Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation is sponsoring scholarships to further the undergraduate education of deserving students. Candidates submitting applications must be graduates or graduating seniors of an accredited high school or the equivalent home school or institution and must plan to attend an accredited academic institution during the 2010-2011 school year.

How to Apply:

To apply visit –http://http://www.wingsoveramerica.us/WOASF_Applications.htm

Deadline:

March 01, 2010

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AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Description:

The AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship program provides financial assistance to students who are majoring in accounting, finance, or information systems. These awards are intended to encourage students to consider careers in accounting and business.

AICPA and RHI/Accountemps staff and their family members are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Award Amount: $2,500 per recipient for one year. The award will be sent directly to the school for credit to the account of the student.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://ceae.aicpa.org/Resources/Scholarships+and+Awards/AICPA+Accountemps+Student+Scholarship+Program.htm

Deadline:

April 01, 2010

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American Welding Society – National Scholarships

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Description:

The AWS Foundation has expanded its national scholarship program, which now includes the following individual scholarships each worth a minimum of $2,500 annually. These scholarships are for students pursuing a specific degree at an accredited four-year college or university. To take advantage of this program, students will need to plan now for the following year. Professors and instructors of vocational schools, technical colleges, community colleges and universities are encouraged to share this valuable information with their staff and students.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/cgi/jump2.cgi?ID=1144

Deadline:

February 15, 2010

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Microsoft Never Stop Learning Scholarship

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Description:

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 software and academic excellence. It all adds up to achieving your primary goal—to make a real difference in the software industry.

Microsoft is offering four different types of technical scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year to current undergraduate students: General Scholarships, Women’s Scholarships, Minority Scholarships, and Scholarships for Students with Disabilities.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – https://careers.microsoft.com/careers/en/us/collegescholarship.aspx

Deadline:

February 1, 2010

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The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship

Monday, January 25th, 2010

Description:

The Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation. The fellowship award includes funding toward tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees during the senior year of college and during the first year of graduate study.  Reimbursement for books and some travel may be paid. Fellows must commit to pursuing a graduate degree in international studies at one of the graduate schools participating in the program. Participating graduate schools provide financial support in the second year of graduate study based on need.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.woodrow.org/fellowships/foreign_affairs/pickering_undergrad/application.php

Deadline:

February 08, 2010

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Apply for the 2010 Minority Nurse Scholarship Program

Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Description:

At Minority Nurse, we believe the baccalaureate is the degree that opens the most doors of opportunity for nurses of color. That’s why we offer an annual scholarship program to help outstanding students complete their studies leading to a BSN degree. To date, we have awarded nearly 40 scholarships, totaling $32,000, to nursing students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to academic excellence and community service.

Minority Nurse is now accepting applications for our 11th annual scholarships, which will be awarded in 2010

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.minoritynurse.com/scholarships/apply-2010-minority-nurse-scholarship-program

Deadline:

February 01, 2010

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American Advertising Federation – Houston and the Advertising Education Foundation of Houston

Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

Description:

The American Advertising Federation – Houston, through its Alice B. Rogers Educational Fund, and the Advertising Education Foundation of Houston award scholarships to college students pursuing an under-graduate or post-graduate degree in advertising, communications, journalism, radio/TV, commercial art, marketing, public relations or related fields. For all scholarships awarded, preference is given to Houston-area residents attending colleges or universities in any location or to students attending Houston-area institutes as defined by the Houston ADI, and who indicate a desire to join the local communications or integrated marketing community after graduation.

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.aaf-houston.org/2010-scholarship/

Deadline:

March 01, 2010

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2010/2011 AMS Scholarships and Fellowships

Friday, January 22nd, 2010

Description:

The American Meteorological Society (AMS) Minority Scholarships help support the college educations of minority students traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, especially Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students,  who intend to pursue careers in the atmospheric or related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. The two‑year scholarships, funded by industry and through donations made by members to the AMS 21st Century Campaign, are for $3000 for a nine-month period in the freshman year and an additional $3000 for a nine-month period in the sophomore year. 

How to Apply:

To apply visit – http://www.ametsoc.org/amsstudentinfo/scholfeldocs/industryminorityscholarship.html

Deadline:

February 15, 2010

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