Financial Aid - Outside Scholarships

Outside Scholarships

- Essays, Sweepstakes, and Other Contests
- Academic, Leadership, and Need Based
- Accounting, Business, Math and Human Resources
- Communications/Public Relations
- Disability Related
- Education
- Ethnic Heritage and Minority
- Healthcare/Physical Therapy
- History/Government/Political Science
- Language/International/Study Abroad
- Military/Veterans
- Music/Art/Theatre
- Part-Time Students
- Regional
- Religious/Spiritual
- Science/Math/Computer Science/Engineering

Additional Outside Loans and Repayment Opportunities

PICKETT & HATCHER EDUCATIONAL FUND, INC (Student Loans) Borrow up to $5,500 per year plus $1,500 for summer
http://www.phef.org/information.htm

Eligibility:
• U.S. citizen, full-time student at a four year college or university. Borrowers who have an undergraduate loan will be considered for a graduate loan if enrolled for at least 9 credit hours, and not in a law, medicine, or ministry program.
• Must be credit worthy with either no credit history or a good credit history
• Must have a credit worthy endorser of legal age and a U.S. citizen. May use a parent or relative. A first time applicant has only one opportunity to name a qualified endorser.
• Must provide academic record (GPA, class rank, and curriculum)
• Entering Freshmen must have a minimum ACT score of 20 or a combined SAT score on critical math and verbal/critical reading of 950.
• The loan period for which an application may cover is 2 consecutive semesters and a full summer term or 4 consecutive quarters.
• Qualified expenses include tuition, fees, on or off campus rent, meals, books, and supplies.

Loan Limits:
• $5,500 per academic year ($2,750 each semester or $1,833 each quarter). Plus up to $1,500 for a full summer quarter or term.
• A maximum cumulative total of $22,000 may be borrowed.

There are no loan origination, processing or insurance fees. Every dollar borrowed is available to meet educational costs.

Interest Rates:
• 2% per year while you are enrolled in college and receiving a payment deferment from the fund. Payments on interest are payable quarterly on the first days of March, June, September, and December. Statements will be sent to your home one month in advance of the due date.

• 6% per year at the earliest date you graduate, enroll for less than 6 undergraduate or 5 graduate credit hours for a period of six months or more, or begin professional study in law, medicine, or ministry. Hours must be for classroom instructional credit.

Loan Repayment:
• During the first six months of repayment (grace period during which you are no longer a full time student)
• you will only be required to make interest payments.

• Beginning 6 months after your student status with the Fund has ended, payments will begin on the amount you borrowed. Total monthly payments will be at least $50.00 or the amount needed to repay the loan in 180 equal consecutive payments (15 years). Shorter repayments are available. Prepayment on all or any part of the amount borrowed may be repaid at any time, without penalty.

Renewal Requirements:
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress. No less than a 2.0 GPA per term.
• Undergraduate students must earn at least 24 semester credit hours per year or 36 quarter credit hours. A graduate student must earn at least 18 semester credit hours or 27 quarter credit hours per year.
• Maintain good financial credit
• Furnish an acceptable endorser
• Complete a student loan application each year.

Application Information:
• Completed applications will be accepted as long as funds are available
• Applications are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors in its sole discretion
• Notification of loan approval is made once all requirements have been met.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “5 for 5” loan opportunity (for undergraduates or graduate students) Borrow up to $5,000 per year at 5%.
Eligibility: Active full member of the United Methodist Church for at least one year, US citizen, admitted to or attending a degree program, maintaining at least a “C” average.
Amount: Students can borrow up to $5,000 per year at 5% annual interest rate
Go to http://www.gbhem.org/gbhem/loans2.html for information.
Loans are made for calendar year January 1st to December 31st. Interest accrues on the principal from the date the loan check is disbursed and until it is paid in full. Repayment begins six months after graduation or withdrawal from school, student may start repayment on all or any part of the loan at any time without penalty.

CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP BUREAU - LOANS AND SCHOLARSHIPS THE JEROME G. AND ANNETTE S. ZIMMERMAN FOUNDATION INTEREST-FREE LOAN FUND
Eligibility: Undergraduate students who have permanent residency status within a 200 mile radius of Baltimore, Maryland and meet academic and income standards.
Amount: Interest-free loans of up to $10,000 per academic year are available.
Application Deadline: May 31st.
Go to: http://www.centralsb.org/html/ZimmermanfoundationLoan.htm or to the CSB website at http://www.centralsb.org/html/eligibility.htm for more information and other
scholarship opportunities.

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM (BDCP) – up to $155,000 in financial assistance from the Navy, while you are in college, plus a job following graduation.
Eligibility: College Students interested in becoming a Navy Officer after graduation.
Amount: Monthly income of $2,376 to $4,300/month for 2 to 3 years depending on your major.
About the Program: This is not an ROTC program. There are no drill or uniform requirements. Applicants should be between the ages of 19 and 35 with a minimum GPA of 2.7. Students’ only obligation while in the program is to maintain the 2.7 GPA. Students accepted into this program will get paid as an E-6 in the U.S. Navy. Following their college graduation, they will report to Officer Candidate School (OCS) and complete 12 weeks of leadership training after which they will be commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy. Their obligation is dependent upon which Officer Program they have chosen (4 to 8 years for Surface Warfare, Pilot, Intelligence, Engineering, etc.) Go to http://navy.com/benefits/education/earnmoney/.

NAVY HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM (HSCP) – $143,000 TO $240,000 total. You can receive a monthly salary and housing allowance while pursuing your degree equal to $2,940 to $5,150 per month. http://www.navy.com.

ARMED FORCES LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM - $65,000 Student Loan Repayment
Enlist in the Army or Navy and receive up to $65,000 in Student Loan Repayment. Go to http://www.goarmy.com or http://www.navy.com.

MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS (Navy) –$80,000 - $120,00 Loan Repayment for Graduate Students and Practicing Professionals
22 specialties ranging from administration, scientists/research to clinical care
Loan Repayment Assistance and Financial Assistance for Graduate School,
Generous Scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs. Contact a recruiter or go to http://www.navy.com.

Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program - Practicing professionals Get Help Repaying Educational Loans. Receive up to $120,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by applying to receive $40,000 per year for up to three years. http://www.navy.com.

For Physical Therapists – Receive up to $80,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by receiving $40,000 each year for up to two years.
Go to http://www.navy.com/careers/healthcare/medicalservicecorps/ for more information or speak to a recruiter.

MEDICAL OR DENTAL SCHOOL PAID BY THE NAVY - through NAVY PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
The Navy has the following programs to pay the way through the medical or dental school of your choice - with no service obligation until that schooling is complete: http://www.navy.com.

1) HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
Covers 100% of tuition - plus a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and a monthly allowance of $1,605 to cover living expenses for up to four years. Contact a Navy         Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com.

2) HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM:
Provides anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 total. This includes a monthly salary - plus a housing allowance for up to 48 months. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. Go to http://www.navy.com..

ESSAYS, SWEEPSTAKES AND OTHER CONTESTS

RONALD REAGAN COLLEGE LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (Merit-Based)
Eligibility: College Sophomores or juniors who are U.S. citizens and enrolled full-time at a four year college.
Amount: Awards range in amount from $1,000 to $10,000 each. Awards are renewable. $303,500 awarded last year for new and renewed scholarships
Application Deadline: January 15th. (Annual)
This program seeks to recognize outstanding young people who are promoting American values on college campuses. Applicant must submit a 500 to 750 word essay describing their background, career objectives and scope of participation in leadership activities promoting freedom, American values and constitutional principals. Go to: http://www.thephillipsfoundation.org.

THE ELIE WIESEL PRIZE IN ETHICS ESSAY CONTEST
Eligibility: Full-time college juniors and seniors
Amount: 1st prize $5,000, 2nd prize $2,500, 3rd prize $1,500, honorable mention $500 (two given)
Entry Deadline: December 19th. (Annual)
For information and entry forms go to http://www.eliewieselfoundation.org or call 212 490-7788. Students entering will need a faculty sponsor to ensure the quality and caliber of the essay. There are a number of general essay topics from which to choose, as well as specifics about what the readers will be looking for. Essays are 3,000 to 4,000 words in length.

THE ATLAS SHRUGGED ESSAY CONTEST (Ayn Rand Essay Contests)
Eligibility: All College Students
Amount: 1st prize $10,000 2nd prize $2,000 (there are three), 3rd prize $1,000 (there are five) 20 finalists $ 100, 20 semi-finalists $50.
Application Deadline: mid-September (Annual)
This essay contest provides annual cash awards for short, original, unpublished essays on the philosophic themes in Ayn Rand's novel, Atlas Shrugged. For information and essay topics go to http://www.aynrand.org/contests or email essays@aynrand.org.

EUGENE S. THORPE AWARD (Foundation for Economic Education)
Eligibility: No minimum or maximum age, open to writers, students, teachers, professors, and business professionals.
Amount: $2,000 - winner will also have his/her essay published in The Freeman.
Application Deadline: August 15th. (Annual)
Essays must be 2,000 - 3,000 words in length, titled, double-spaced, with citations integrated into the text. Essays should address the following: In The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith wrote, "The division of labor is limited by the extent of the market." What light does this shed on the current movement toward globalization? Are there dangers in having government facilitate it in any affirmative way? Go to http://www.fee.org/essaycontest/ for information.

ELDER & LEEMAUR PUBLISHERS AUTHORS OF TOMORROW UNIVERSITY WRITING SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: current undergraduate college students as well as junior and senior high school students
Amount: Up to $10,000
Application Deadline: Every 3 to 4 Months, check website.
This scholarship is provided by Elder & Leemaur Publishers. Students will submit an essay, no longer than 500 words, on one of four topics listed on the application. Recipients will be determined based on the quality of work submitted. Go to http://www.elpublishers.com.

Sir JOHN M. TEMPLETON FELLOWSHIPS ESSAY CONTEST
Eligibility: Undergraduate, graduate students, and Junior faculty .
Amount: $2,500 (1st) $1,500 (2nd), $1,000 (3rd). Jr. Faculty $1,500 to $10,000.
Application Deadline: May 1st. (Annual)
This Fellowship is provided by the Independent Institute. Students must compose a 1,500 to 3,000 word essay addressing a topic posed by the sponsor that will address economic and personal liberty.
Go to http://www.independent.org/students/ for information.

MamasHealth.com SOPHIE LAUREN SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: U.S. or Canadian college students
Amount: $900 (number varies)
Application Deadline: November 30th
Applicants must volunteer at least 30 hours in an animal shelter and submit a 200-400 word essay describing their experience. Essay, proof of volunteer hours and college transcript must be mailed to MamasHealth.com Scholarship PO Box 2170 Pasadena, CA 91102-2170. For information go to http://www.mamashealth.com/aboutus/scholarship.asp.

"DREAM DEFERRED" ESSAY CONTEST ON CIVIL RIGHTS IN THE MIDEAST
Eligibility: Anyone age 25 years old or younger, and a U.S. resident for the U.S. contest.
Amount: Grand Prize - $2,000, Second Place - $1,500, Runners-Up - $500 (3 awarded), 50 book prizes to additional outstanding essays.
Application Deadline: March 30th. (Annual)
Applicants will write a 600 - 1500 word essay addressing one of three questions listed on the website. Go to http://www.hamsaweb.org/essay/ to review contest rules, information about what to write, and to submit the essay.

MONEYMATTERS101.com2008 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Eligibility: Undergraduates attending a college or university in the U.S. with a minimum GPA of 2.3.Amount: $400 (one award, three times per year).
Application Deadline: January 31st, April 30th, and October 31st.
One scholarship will be awarded 90 days after each deadline. You must submit a copy of your transcript along with an essay of a maximum 750 words which addresses a question posed by the sponsor. Submissions must be mailed to MoneyMatters101.com Scholarship 2008 PO Box 18689 Long Beach, CA 90807. Go to http://moneymatters101.com/scholarship/moneymatters101scholarship.asp for more inforamtion.

L. RON HUBBARD'S WRITERS OF THE FUTURE CONTEST
Eligibility: Contest only open to those who have not had a professionally published novel, short novel, more than one novelette, or more than three short stories. Publication is considered to be payment and at least 5,000 copies or hits.
Amount: Annual grand prize of $5,000. Prizes every three months of $1,000, $750, and $500
Application Deadline: Four Quarter deadlines of October 1st, January 1st, April 1st, and July 1st.
There is no entry fee. All story rights remain the property of the author. Entries must be works of prose up to 17,000 words in length. All types of science fiction, fantasy, and dark fantasy are welcom. All entries must be original. Plagiarism of any kind will result in disqualification. Excessive violence or sex will also result in disqualification. Each applicant may submit only one manuscript per quarter. Winners may not make further entries. Entries must be typed or computer printed, with numbered pages. Go to http://www.writersofthefuture.com/rules.htm for contest rules and information. Send all entries to L. Ron Hubbard's WRITERS OF THE FUTURE CONTEST P.O. Box 1630 Los Angeles, CA 90078. Winners will be notified by mail.

COLLEGIATE INVENTORS COMPETITION
Eligibility: Students in any major, who have been enrolled full time in a college or university over the past 12 months.
Amount: $15,000 - $25,000 (One undergraduate and one graduate winner or team each receive $15,000. One grand prize winner or team receives $25,000.)
Application Deadline: June 1st.
Students must submit an original idea, process or technology that will be judged on originality and inventiveness, as well as onits potential value to society (socially, environmentally, and economically) and on its range or scope of use. Up to four students may work together as a team. However, only one prize will be awarded per entry. Go to http://www.invent.org/collegiate/overview.html for more information, to see past winners, and to enter.

BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE SAFETY SCHOLARS VIDEO CONTEST
Eligibility: Students aged 16 to 21 who are enrolled as full-time students in a college or trade school.
Amount: $5,000 ( three awards given).
Application Deadline: June 24th.
Applicants must submit an original video between 25 and 55 seconds in length on one or more issues or topics relating to automobile safety. The video should convey effective ways to improve driver safety for drivers ages 16 to 21. Go to http://www.safetyscholars.com/

GetAWebpage SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Eligibility: College students
Amount: $2,000 (1), $1,000 (4)
Application Deadline: January 31st and July 30, 2008
Applicants must choose to write about one of the topics listed on the sponsor's site or submit a webpage they have created. Go to http://www.getawebpage.net/scholarship/.

CREATE-A-GREETING CARD SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
Eligibility: Open to middle school, high school and college students in the U.S.
Amount: $10,000
Application Deadline: January 15th
Go to http://www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm for additional information. To enter, you must design a holiday card, birthday card or all-occasion greeting card and submit your work to be judged.

COCA-COLA FOUR YEAR AWARD FOR SENIORS
Eligibility: High school seniors attending school in the U.S.
Amount: $20,000 (50 awards given)
Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by October 31st of the senior year.
Rewards leadership and excellence as exemplified by academic achievement and extracurricular activities. Go to https://www.coca-colascholars.org/cokeWeb/page.jsp?navigation=15.

GLAMOUR TOP TEN COLLEGE WOMEN COMPETITION
Eligibility: Female college juniors
Amount: $3,000, a trip to New York City, and recognition in an issue
Application Deadline: December 1st
This competition recognizes academic achievement, leadership, and involvement in college and/or community activities. For applications and information go to http://www.glamour.com/about/top-10-college-women or fax requests to 212 286-6922 or e-mail ttcw@glamour.com.

COLLEGE PROWLER ESSAY COMPETITION
Eligibility: High school seniors and undergraduate college students who are legal U.S. residents
Amount: $1,000 (awarded monthly)
Application Deadline: Last day of each month.
Students must submit a college application essay or essay on any topic, 1,000 words or less, that has not been previously published. Go to http://www.collegeprowler.com for information.

SEVEN FUND STUDENT ESSAY COMPETITION
Eligibility: Undergraudate and Graduate students
Amount: $10,000 (undergraduate) $20,000 (graduate).
Application Deadline: December 7th.
Watch the two videos listed by the sponsor and write a 2,000 word essay in a policy recommendation response. Go to http://www.sevenfund.org/press-release-mar-2008-essay-competition.html

S.E.VEN CINEMA PROSPERITY VIDEO CONTEST
Eligibility: students with an interest in entrepreneurship and global poverty issues.
Amount: $10,000 (1), $5,000 (1), $2500 (1).
Application Deadline: November 17th, 2008
To enter you must create and post online a short video (2 to 5 minutes) profiling an entrepreneur engaged in for-profit, sustainable and ethical business. Go to http://www.sevenfund.org/cinema/.

CAMPUSDISCOVERY.COM ESSAY CONTEST
Eligibility: Full-time college students or first year graduate students who are U.S. citizens.
Amount: $10,000
Application Deadline: January 15th.
Students must write a response to a question on the sponsor's website and complete an on-line survey about their college experience. Go to http://campusdiscovery.com/start.

ACADEMIC AND NEED BASED (NON-SPECIFIC)

AES SCHOLARSHIP (Character Scholarship based on written essay)
Eligibility: High School Seniors and all college students of any major
Amount: $500.00
Application Deadline: October 6th. (Annual)
Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words to answer one of two questions. Go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm for the questions then submit to: scholarships@aesengineers.com. There is no application packet for this award. Just include your full name and the name of the school you are attending in the current year and your plans for the following school year.

THE PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2008-2009 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Eligibility: Pennsylvania high school seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA who will attend a Pennsylvania college full-time.
Amount: Awarded to two high school seniors - the value of one semester of tuition at a state college or university for each of four years, or the cash equivalent of the value to attend a private Pennsylvania college.
Application Deadline: April 1st.
Students must satisfy other selection criteria such as involvement in extracurricular activities and/or community, write a 500 max. word essay. Recipients must meet continuing enrollment eligibility including PA residency and minimum GPA of 3.0. Go to http://pahousescholarship.com. Students may also qualify for matching awards through AES/PHEAA's PATH Program or the SAGE Scholars program which provides tuition discounts equivalent to the value of the schoalrship. Go to http://www.sagescholars.com for information on this program and a list of participating schools.

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM (BDCP) – up to $155,000 in financial assistance from the Navy, while you are in college, plus a job following graduation.
Eligibility: College Students interested in becoming a Navy Officer after graduation.
Amount: Monthly income of $2,376 to $4,300/month for 2 to 3 years depending on your major.
About the Program: This is not an ROTC program. There are no drill or uniform requirements. Applicants should be between the ages of 19 and 35 with a minimum GPA of 2.7. Students’ only obligation while in the program is to maintain the 2.7 GPA. Students accepted into this program will get paid as an E-6 in the U.S. Navy. Following their college graduation, they will report to Officer Candidate School (OCS) and complete 12 weeks of leadership training after which they will be commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy. Their obligation is dependent upon which Officer Program they have chosen (4 to 8 years for Surface Warfare, Pilot, Intelligence, Engineering, etc.) Go to http://navy.com/benefits/education/earnmoney/.

ARMED FORCES LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM - $65,000 Student Loan Repayment
Enlist in the Army or Navy and receive up to $65,000 in Student Loan Repayment. Go to http://www.goarmy.com or http://www.navy.com.

LITERARY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - GOLDEN KEY NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Eligibility: Members of the Golden Key National Honor Society who excel at creative writing. Undergraduate or graduate students.
Amount: $1,000 (four awards given).
Application Deadline: April 1st (annual)
An award will be given in each of the following categories: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and news/feature writing. All entries must be previously unpublished original works. Go to http://www.goldenkey.org/.

RUTH STANTON COMMUNITY GRANT
Eligibility: Students who are active in community service.
Amount: $500 (number of awards varies)
Application Deadline: November 1st. (Annual)
Applicants must answer three essay questions listed on the sponsor's web site in 100 words or less and include one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Go to http://www.actionvolunteering.com/index.htm.

LEBANON COUNTY COUNCIL OF HUMAN SERVICE AGENCIES (LCCHSA)
Eligibility: Lebanon County residents enrolled in college for the fall 2008 majoring in a field related to human services
Amount: $500
Application Deadline: May 19th.
The scholarship can be used toward tuition or books and other educational expenses. Applications can be requested by e-mailing Troy Williams, the LCCHSA president and Lebanon County Christian Ministries Exeuctive Director at troy@lccm.us. The scholarship award will be presented on Friday, June 13th, at an LCCHSA meeting at Heisey's Diner.

HUMANE STUDIES FELLOWSHIPS
Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students.
Amount: Up to $12,000 (120 awarded for '08-09)
Application Deadline: December 31st.
These scholarships are for undergraduate or graduate study in the U.S. or abroad for students exploring the principles, practices, and institutions necessary to a free society through their academic work. http://www.theihs.org.

FILM & FICTION SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Students pursuing a full-time Masters of Fine Art
Amount:
Application Deadline: January 15th.
Go to http://theihs.org.

ALVIN COX MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students enrolled in a college or university.
Amount: $1,000, (eight scholarships awarded).
Application Deadline: May 31st ( for a fall award) and November 30th (for a spring award).
This fund was established to provide financial assistance to those attending a college or university. There are no special eligibility requirements. All students may apply regardless of financial status, race, or nationality. Applicants must write a brief essay on any topic as long as it includes: your reason for deciding to attend college, your chosen major, and reasons why you believe you deserve the scholarship. Go to http://www.alvincoxmemorial.com/ for information and application submission.

BigSun SCHOLARSHIP - For Student Athletes
Eligibility: Any student athlete who is a high school senior or college student
Amount: $500 ( Number of awards varies)
Application Deadline: June 27th (Annual).
Applicants must submit a short (500 words or less) essay describing why they should win this award. Essay submissions should be sent to athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com. Winners will be notified within two weeks of the deadline and posted on the website. Go to http://www.bigsunathletics.com/ for more information.

NATIONAL AMATEUR BASEBALL FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Enrolled college who participate in a federation event and be sponsored by an NABF member association.
Amount: varies (#awards, varies)
Players should contact their local NABF Franchised member organization for application and sponsorship. Go to http://www.nabf.com/ for more information.

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (CIA) UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: high school seniors and college sophomores who are U.S. citizens, had at least 1,000 math and verbal combined SAT scores, or 21 or higher ACT, 3.0 GPA or higher, below family income ceiling of $70,000 - $80,000 for family of 4 to 5.
Amount: Up to $18,000 per year for calendar year for tuition, fees, books, and supplies
Application Deadline: Apply between July 15 - November 1
Scholars will be given an annual salary and benefits package, and are required to work in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area at a CIA agency during summer breaks. Students are required to maintain a 3.0 GPA. Transportation between school and Washington D.C. will be covered. Scholars will also receive a housing allowance. Scholars are asked to work for the CIA after college graduation for a period equal to 1.5 times the length of college sponsorship. The program is extremely competitive. Go to https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/index.html.

JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: College seniors or recent graduates planning to attend graduate or professional programs
Amount: Up to $50,000 per year of study for up to 6 years.
Application Deadline: March 14th.
This award covers a portion of educational expenses, including tuition, living expenses, required fees, and books for the graduate program chosen. The amount and duration of awards vary by student based on the cost of attendance, length of the program, and other grants and scholarships received. Students interested in this scholarship must be nominated by a Foundation Faculty representative at their school. They may not apply directly for this award. Go to http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org for more information, a list of faculty representatives (LVC has a representative), nominee guidelines, the online application, and parental financial information forms.

JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Students or recent graduates from community colleges planning to pursue a bachelor's degree at a four year college.
Amount: Up to $30,000 per year.
Application Deadline: January 20th.
This award covers a portion of educational expenses, including tuition, living expenses, required fees, and books for the college chosen. The amount and duration of awards vary by student based on the cost of attendance and other grants and scholarships received. Students interested in this scholarship must be nominated by a Foundation Faculty representative at their school. They may not apply directly for this award. Go to http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org. for more information, a list of faculty representatives, nominee guidelines, the online application, and parental financial information forms.

NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH (NIH) UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (UGSP)
Eligibility: U.S. citizens enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time undergraduate, with a 3.5 GPA or higher, or in the top 5% of your class, with exceptional financial need (as per scholarship website), committed to a career in biomedical, behavioral, or social science health-related research.
Amount: Up to $20,000 per academic year ( can be renewed up to 4 years). (15 new awards per year)
Application Deadline: March 31st
For each full or partial scholarship year, you are committed to two NIH service obligations which are benefits themselves. 1) A 10 week paid Summer Laboratory Experience at an NIH research laboratory, which is completed after each year of scholarship support. 2) Paid full-time employment at an NIH research laboratory. Students must serve 1 year of full-time employment for each year of scholarship received. Go to http://www.ugsp.nih.gov/ for information, the exceptional financial need criteria, and to apply.

UCB CROHN'S SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Highschool seniors, undergraduate students, graduate students who are U.S. residents and have been diagnosed by a physician as having Crohn's disease. Must show academic ambition and embrace a lifestyle that overcomes the boundaries of living with Chrohn's disease.
Amount: Up to $10,000 (13 awards for 2008)
Application Deadline: February 6th.
Go to http://www.crohnsandme.com/thescoop/scholarship.asp. for information.

CAMERON SIEMERS FOUNDATION FOR HOPE - grant
Eligibility: People between the ages of 18 and 28 who have been diagnosed with a life threatening illness
Amount: $5,000
Application Deadline: Quarterly: Feb. 19th, May 19th, August 19th, Nov. 19th
To apply for this award you must present your goal and funding needs. Go to http://www.cameronsiemers.org/.

THE SALLIE MAE FUND - different scholarship available for students with unmet financial need and/or minority students
Eligibility: Students with unmet financial need, a GPA of 2.5 or higher for most awards, and specific minorities depending on the scholarship
Amount: $500 - $5,000. Awards range in amount depending on the scholarship and financial need.
Application Deadlines: Range from February 2nd to May 31st depending on the scholarship.
Go to http://www.salliemaefund.org for information and a listing of the scholarships.
   "American Dream" Scholarship Program:
     Eligibility: African-American students with demonstrated financial need, GPA of 2.5 or above.
     Amount: $500 - $5,000
     Application Deadline: April 15th
   "First in My Family" Scholarship Program:
     Eligibility: Hispanic-American students who are the first in their family to attend college, 3.0 GPA, and financial need.
     Application Deadline: April 15th
   "Unmet Need" Scholarship Program:
     Eligibility: Students of families with combined income of $30,000 or less, and more than $1,000 of unmet financial need in their financial aid package. GPA of 2.5
     Amount: $1,000 - $3,800
     Application Deadline: May 31st.
   Community College Transfer Scholarships:
     Eligibility: Latino students transferring from a community college
     Amount: Depends on financial need
     Application Deadline: March 15th
   The Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund:
     Eligibility: Children whose parents were killed or permanently disabled as a result of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, are enrolled as full-time
     undergraduates.
     Amount:  Up to $2,500 per applicant, per school year. May be renewed annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
     Application Deadline: Open.

CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP BUREAU - LOANS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
THE JEROME G. AND ANNETTE S. ZIMMERMAN FOUNDATION INTEREST-FREE LOAN FUND
Eligibility: Undergraduate students who have permanent residency status within a 200 mile radius of Baltimore, Maryland and meet academic and income standards.
Amount: Interest-free loans of up to $10,000 per academic year are available.
Application Deadline: May 31st.
Go to http://www.centralsb.org/html/ZimmermanfoundationLoan.htm or to the CSB website at http://www.centralsb.org/html/eligibility.htm for more information and other scholarship opportunities.

JOHN GYLES EDUCATION AWARDS
Eligibility: Male or female citizens of the United States or Canada; minimum GPA of 2.7 is required.
Amount: Awards up to $3000 are available
Application Deadline: June 1st.
Applications are available on-line at http://www.johngyleseducationcenter.com.

AAUW HARRISBURG - Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Women attending college full-time in Pennsylvania who are permanent residents of Cumberland, Dauphin, or Perry County.
Amount: $2,500
Application Deadline: May 18th. (Annual)
For more information, and to download an application, go to the branch website at http://www.aauwharrisburg.org. A 3.4 GPA is required and financial need.

JOSEPHINE De KARMAN FELLOWSHIP
Eligibility: Undergraduate students entering their senior year or Ph.D. candidates nearing completion of their degree, any major.
Amount: a minimum of 10 awards will be given $22,000 for graduate students, $14,000 for undergraduates.
Application Deadline: January 31st.
This scholarship is sponsored by the Josephine De Karman Fellowship Trust to recognize students who demonstrate academic achievement. Awards are not renewable. Applications are available online at http://www.dekarman.org

BROWER YOUTH AWARD - environmental leadership
Eligibility: Students aged 13 to 22 who have demonstrated outstanding environmental leadership in the areas of conservation, preservation, and restoration. Must be a U.S. resident and play a major leadership roll in an environmental project. Qualifying activities may include campus organizing, habitat restoration or clean-up of toxic waste.
Amount: $3,000 (six awards available)
Application Deadline: May 15th.
Provided by Earth Island Institute. Go to http://broweryouthawards.org for complete information.

EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION MERIT SCHOLARSHIP - Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate sophomores or graduate students with a GPA of at least 3.0 and involvement in community service.
Amount: $1,000 to $3,000 (number of awards varies)
Application Deadline: April 15th for undergraduates, September 15th for graduate students
Go to http://www.akaeaf.org for information and to apply. There are several scholarships including merit based only awards and need based.

THE LEOPOLD SCHEPP FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Full-time Undergraduates under age 30, graduate students under age 40 who still have coursework to complete and are U.S. citizens. High School seniors are not eligible. Applicants cannot be working on a second bachelor's or second master's and cannot have applied before and been denied.
Amount: Up to $8,500 based on financial need and are renewable.
Application Deadline: When a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Go to http://www.scheppfoundation.org to see read all eligibility guidelines. If eligible, request an application form from the schepp foundation website. Mail the application to the Leopold Schepp Foundation 551 Fifth Avenue Suite 3000 New York, NY 10176-3201. A personal interview in New York City is required of all applicants. Travel expenses are not reimbursed. Decisions are based on character, ability, and financial need. Applicants will be notified in early May.

LILLIAN AND ARTHUR DUNN SCHOLARSHIP (Through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate college students who are Sons and Daughters of the NSDAR. DAR Member Number of mother, who is a current dues paying member, must be on the application.
Amount: $2,000 each year for up to four years
Application Deadline: February 15th.
All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. Send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and to receive an application for any of the DAR scholarships. Send to:
Committee Services Office, Attn: Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303
Go to http://www.DAR.org for more information.

GEORGE E. AND DOLLY L. MARTZ EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Eligibility: Undergraduate students at an accredited four year college who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement, are U.S. citizens Must demonstrate financial need, with preference given to students whose parents are in middle or low income brackets.
Application Deadline: May 15th
Applications are available in the Financial Aid office. Applicants will need to list their estimated education costs, amount of financial assistance they are receiving, copies of their parents' most recent tax return, transcript of grades, two letters of recommendation, and a short paragraph (500 words or less) listing accomplishments and futre goals.

STEPHEN PHILLIPS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Open to students from New England attending college in any states.
Amount: Varies, number of awards varies as well because awards are renewable.
Application Deadline: May 1st (April 2nd for renewal applicants).
High school seniors must rank in the top 20% of their class and have a minimum GPA of at least 3.0. Undergraduates must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students must show a balance of community, school, and work activities. For information and an application go to http://www.phillips-scholarship.org.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENT LEADERS:
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CAMPUS ACTIVITIES (NACA) FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS - NUMEROUS SCHOALRSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Eligibility: Undergraduate student leaders and graduate students. High school seniors are not eligible.
Amount: Varies by schoalrship
Application Deadline: Varies by Scholarship. Range from November to August.
Go to http://www.naca.org/NACA/Foundation/Scholarships.htm. for a full listing and application links.

THE DR. GEORGE A. STEVENS FOUNDER'S AWARD
Eligibility: High school and college students with a GPA of 3.3 or higher, with a balance of academics and activities, nominated by a teacher, coach, or counselor.
Amount: $10,000 (Four Awards given) and $1,500 (250 cash awards given).
Application Deadline: Varies
Winners are selected based on GPA, school activities, SAT scores, honors and awards. The USAA Scholarship foundation selection committee is comprised of current and former educators. The nomination form is available online at http://www.allamericanscholar.com/scholarships.asp.

ALL-INK SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: U.S. citizens enrolled or planning to attend a college or university. Must be a high school senior, undergraduate or graduate college student, have a 2.5 GPA or better.
Amount: $5,000
Application Deadline: December 31st. (Annual)
Sponsored by All-Ink.com. Students must complete an online application at http://www.all-ink.com and write a pair of 50 to 200 word essays about what they hope to accomplish after they complete their college degree and about who their greatest influence has been.

MARIAN J. WETTRICK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION -Grants for female medical students
This foundation offers financial assistance in the form of grants to certain qualified female students graduating from Pennsylvania colleges who will attend or are attending a Pennsylvania medical school (including osteopathic schools) and for internships at accredited teaching hospitals. Apply at the Office of Financial Aid at the medical school where you have gained admission or by direct request to the Foundation. Marian J. Wettrick charitable Foundation, Citizens Trust Company, Trust Department 10 North Main Street PO Box 229 Coudersport, PA 16915-0229.

DALE E. FRIDELL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students currently attending or planning to attend college or a post secondary education program.
Amount: $1,000 awarded four times each year.
Application Deadlines: January 14th, April 14th, July 14th, October 14th.
Eligible students may not be receiving a full-tuition scholarship or waiver from another source. Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/fridell/.

JOQTOQ COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: High school seniors actively involved in sports.
Amount: $500 (#of awards varies)
Application Deadline: Open.
Sponsored by AthletiShare, Inc. Applicants must submit an essay of 300 to 500 words or less about how sports have made an impact on their life. Go to http://www.joqtoq.com for additional information.

ERIN PETERSON FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: College students and college bound high school seniors, with at least a 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $2,000 (number varies)
Application Deadline: November 30th.
Applicants must demonstrate random acts of kindness, have leadership potential and involvement in extracurricular activities. Applicants will need two letters of recommendation, two character references, and complete an essay. Got to http://www.erinpetersonfund.org/home.htm.

StraightForward Media - LIBERAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Students pursuing a liberal arts degree
Amount: $500 scholarships awarded quarterly
Application Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.
Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarships.

ARMED FORCES LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM - $65,000 Student Loan Repayment
Enlist in the Army or Navy and receive up to $65,000 in Student Loan Repayment. Go to http://www.goarmy.com or http://www.navy.com.

HEALTH CARE EDUCATION Paid for by the Air Force:
HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - three or four year scholarships
The Air Force offers scholarships for Healthcare Professionals in three or four year periods.
It will cover all tuition, fees, textbooks, small equiment items, and supplies needed for study.
It will also pay a monthly allowance of $1,605 per month for living expenses.
While in school you will serve 45 days on active duty and once you graduate you will serve one year of active duty for each year of scholarship received.
Go to http://www.airforce.com/ or speak to a recruiter for more information.

MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS (Navy) –$80,000 - $120,00 Loan Repayment for Graduate Students and Practicing Professionals
22 specialties ranging from administration, scientists/research to clinical care
Loan Repayment Assistance and Financial Assistance for Graduate School,
Generous Scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs. Contact a recruiter or go to http://www.navy.com.

Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) – $143,000 TO $240,000 total. You can receive a monthly salary and housing allowance while pursuing your degree equal to $2,940 to $5,150 per month. http://www.navy.com.
Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program - Practicing professionals Get Help Repaying Educational Loans. Receive up to $120,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by applying to receive $40,000 per year for up to three years. http://www.navy.com.
For Physical Therapists – Receive up to $80,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by receiving $40,000 each year for up to two years.
Go to http://www.navy.com/careers/healthcare/medicalservicecorps/ for more information or speak to a recruiter.

Navy Program Opportunities - MEDICAL OR DENTAL SCHOOL PAID BY THE NAVY
The Navy has the following programs to pay the way through the medical or dental school of your choice - with no service obligation until that schooling is complete: http://www.navy.com

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: Covers 100% of tuition - plus a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and a monthly alllowance of $1,605 to cover living expenses for up to four years. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com

HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM: Provides anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 total. This includes a monthly salary - plus a housing allowance for up to 48 months. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.nvay.com

TALBOTS WOMEN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND (for women returning to school)
Eligibility: Female US residents who have earned a highschool diploma or GED ten or more years ago and are enrolled or planning to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college or vocational school. Must have at least two more semesters to complete beginning the fall of the award. Cannot already have a bachelor's degree.
Amount: Six $10,000 scholarships and sixty $1,000 scholarships (one time only, not renewable)
Application Deadline: Submitted electronically by January 2nd. Only the first eligible 1,500 applications will be processed.
Go to https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen/instructions.php to complete an application on-line.

ACCOUNTING/BUSINESS and HUMAN RESOURCES

EUGENE S. THORPE AWARD (Foundation for Economic Education)
Eligibility: No minimum or maximum age, open to writers, students, teachers, professors, and business professionals.
Amount: $2,000 - winner will also have his/her essay published in The Freeman.
Application Deadline: August 15th.
Essays must be 2,000 - 3,000 words in length, titled, double-spaced, with citations integrated into the text. Essays should address the following: In The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith wrote, "The division of labor is limited by the extent of the market." What light does this shed on the current movement toward globalization? Are there dangers in having government facilitate it in any affirmative way? Go to http://www.fee.org/essaycontest/ for information.

PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS SCHOLARSHIPS and THE ROBERT T. ZALESKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligilbility: Pennsylvania resident attending a Pennsylvania College full-time, declared accounting major, completed at least 60 semester hours at the time of application with a GPA of 3.0.
Amount: Two $1,000 scholarships from the society and one $2,000 Zaleski scholarship.
Application Deadline: June 1st.
Go to www.pspa-state.org to obtain an application.

ABBOTT AND FENNER BUSINESS CONSULTANTS
Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors and college students ages 16 to 30.
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: June 20. (Annual)
Applicants choose from one of two essay topics. Topics and further information appear at http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm.

AICPA/Accountemps STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Eligibility: Students pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems
Amount: $2,500 (Five scholarships will be awarded)
Application Deadline: April 1st.
Go to http://ceae.aicpa.org/Resources/Scholarships+and+Awards/ for details and to download an application.

CENTRAL CHAPTER of the PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (Merit based)
Eligibility: Accounting majors entering their junior or senior year who are residents of Lebanon, Berks, Lancaster, Schuyllkill , or Chester Counties
Amount: One $1,000 award
Application Deadline: November 1st
Applications are available in the Financial Aid office.

ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTANTS (Central Pennsylvania Chapter)
Eligibility: Full-time sophomore, junior or senior student at one of a select list of Pennsylvania colleges and universities, including Lebanon Valley College. Applicants should have a major/career plans in government accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, information technology or finance.
Amount: One $1,000 meritorious scholarship
Sponsored by The Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Government Accountants For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 867-6126.

NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF CPA PRACTIONERS AND AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CPA'S - Merit Based Scholarships for Graduating High School Seniors
Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors, GPA 3.3 or above.
Amount: $1,000 each (merit based)
Application Deadline: December 15th.
Go to: http://www.nccpap.org for information.

MEMBERS 1ST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION EDUCATION AWARD
Eligibility: Students enrolled full-time in a college in the Members 1st FCU service area. Must have at least a 2.5 GPA, possess general business knowledge, and agree to work a 10 week paid summer internship with Members 1st.
Amount:
Application Deadline: March 1st.
Go to www.members1st.org under the quicklinks section or call 717-506-5433.

THE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN IN ACCOUNTING
WOMEN IN NEED SCHOLARSHIP - (Accounting Majors)
Eligibility: Female students pusuing a degree in accounting who are incoming, current, or reentering juniors
Amount: Up to $2,000 (renewable for one year)
Application Deadline: April 15th
Sponsored by the Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting, this award was established to provide financial assistance to female reentry students pursuing an accounting degree. Go to http://www.efwa.org. to apply.

WOMEN IN TRANSITION SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Women returning to school to earn a bachelors degree in accounting
Amount: $16,000 over four years
Go to http://www.efwa.org.

LAURELS FUND
Eligibility: Women pursuing a Ph.D. in accounting
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 each.
Go to http://www.efwa.org.

THE ACTUARIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS:

ACTUARY OF TOMORROW - Stuart A. Robertson Memorial scholarship
Eigibility: Full-time college sophomores, juniors, or seniors who have completed 2 actuarial exams, GPA 3.0 or above.
Amount: $7,500
Application Deadline: spring check website
Go to http://aerf.org/research_edu/prize_award.htm.

JOHN CULVER WOODDY SCHOLARSHIPS - For actuary students
Eligibility: Applicants must be undergraduate students who will receive their degrees by August 31st of the year following the application. Students must be in the top 25% of their class and have completed a minimum of one actuarial examination. A recommendation from a professor is required. Only one applicant per school is permitted. Preference is given to applicants who have demonstrated leadership ability in extracurricular activities.
Amount: $2,000 (Number of awards varies, 12 given in 2008).
Application Deadline: June 23.
Applications are availble online at http://aerf.org/research_edu/prize_award.htm

CAS TRUST SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Sophomore or above, majoring in math or math related field.
Amount: $1,500 (3)
Application Deadline: May 1st
Go to http://aerf.org/research_edu/prize_award.htm.

INSURANCE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Applicants must be an undergraduate completing or already completed their second year of college, be majoring in insurance, risk managment, or actuarial science, have completed two insurance or risk management-related courses, have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Amount: $500 - $5,000 (Approx. 150 awards given)
Application Deadline: Dec. 1st (for Feb. award), Aug. 1st (for Oct. award).
Applications are available at http://www.inssfa.org.

BEST 50 WOMEN IN BUSINESS PROGRAM
Eligibility: Female residents of Pennsylvania pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in PA
Application Deadline: April 18th
Administered by the Central Pennsylvania Business Journal, this scholarship is offered to female residents of Pennsylvania. These female business leaders may be pursuing either undergraduate or graduate studies in the state.
Applications can be found on the website at http://www.best50womenpa.com.

EDSF (Electronic Document Systems Foundation) Scholarships
Eligibility: College juniors, seniors, or graduate students pursuing full-time studies in any area of document mangement and communication and/or business
Amount: Various scholarships ranging from $250 - $5,000.
Application Deadline: May 15th.
Visit the sponsors website for information and applications for all scholarships http://www.edsf.org/scholarshipAwards.cfm.

AICPA JOHN L. CAREY SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAM (Graduate Study)
Eligibility: Liberal arts degree holders who wish to pursue CPA certification
Amount: $5,000 renewable for one year (up to ten awards given)
Application Deadline: April 1st.
Liberal arts students wishing to pursue graduate accounting study can receive financial aid while pursuing a CPA certificate. For more information, please visit https://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu/jlcs.htm Applications also available in the Financial Aid office.

MARY ELIZABETH LOCKWOOD BENEVENTI MBA SCHOLARSHIP (Through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: Students attending graduate school full time in an accredited college majoring in business administration. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.25
Amount: $2,000
Application Deadline: April 15th.
All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. Send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and to receive an application for any of the DAR scholarships. Send to:
Committee Services Office, Attn: Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303
Go to http://www.DAR.org for more information.

StraightForward Media BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Students pursuing a business degree
Amount: $500 scholarships awarded quarterly
Application Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.
Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarships.

COMMUNICATIONS/PUBLIC RELATIONS

DAVID MILLER AWARD FOR STUDENT JOURNALISTS
Eligibility: Journalism majors
Amount: $2500 ( number of awards given varies)
Application Deadline: June 2nd
This award is available to journalism students. applicants must submit up to three samples of published work that have appeared in a campus publication during the preceding academic year, and include a one-page lettter describing the articles and why they were chosen as samples for submission for this award. Go to http://chronicle.com/help/milleraward.htm for information.

ICIF AUDIO VISUAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Highschool seniors and college students majoring in an AV industry field or IT with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
Amount: $1,200
Application Deadline: April 10th
This scholarship is sponsored by ICIF (International Communications Industries Foundation, Inc. Go to http://www.infocomm.org/scholarships for information and an application.

PPRS SCHOLARSHIP - Pennsylvania Public Relations Society
Eligibility: College Junior or Senior, enrolled full-time at a PA college or University
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: April 2.
The Pennsylvania Public Relations Society encourages students in communications-related fields of study to apply for a $1000 scholarship.
Download application at http://www.pprs-hbg.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=20&Itemid=30

RTNDA SCHOLARSHIPS (Radio and Television News Directors Association) For students interested in careers in electronic journalism.
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Applicants may be any major as long as career intent is a career in electronic journalism.
One scholarship is for incoming or full-time graduate students.
Amount: Varies by scholarship, applicants may apply only for one scholarship.
Application Deadline: May 12th.
Go to http://www.rtnda.org for complete information on the scholarships listed below, as well as several others, and how to apply.

Presidents' $2,500 Scholarships
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate sophomores, juniors, and seniors in good academic standing.
Amount: $2,500. Two awards given in honor of past RTNDA presidents.
Application Deadline: May 12th. http://www.rtnda.org.

The Lou and Carole Prato Sports Reporting Scholarship
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Applicant should have strong writing skills.
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: May 12th. http://www.rtnda.org.

The Mike Reynolds Journalism Scholarship
Eligibility: Non-freshman students with a strong desire to pursue a career in electronic journalism. Strong writing ability and need for financial assistance.
Amount: $1,000.
Application Deadline: May 12th. http://www.rtnda.org.

Abe Schechter $2,000 Graduate Scholarship
Eligibility: Incoming or full-time graduate student
Amount: $2,000.
Application Deadline: May 12th. No tape or DVD needed, just a one page essay describing your merits and career objectives. http://www.rtnda.org.

StraightForward Media MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Students pursuing a degree in media or communications
Amount: $500 scholarships awarded quarterly
Application Deadlines: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.
Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/scholarships.

DISABILITY RELATED

INCIGHT SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students who will be or are currently enrolled full-time at a college, university, or trade school, and have a documented disability.
Amount: $750 (many awards given)
Application Deadline: April 1st.
You must have a documented disability and submit an application and letter of recommendation to be eligible for this award. Go to http://www.incight.org/incightscholarship.html.

NASA MUST SCHOLARSHIP (Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technolgy Program)
Eligibility: U.S. citizen from an underepresented group (women, African American, Hispanic American, Native American, and persons with disabilities). Must be a full-time college freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of application with at least a 3.0 GPA and majoring in math, physical science, technology, or engineering.
Amount: Up to 10,000 or 1/2 of student's tuition and fees for the academic year.
Application Deadline: March 1st.
The scholarship is renewable, provided elgibility requirements are met. Students also receive a stipend of $5,000 to participate in a mandatory summer research experience at a NASA Center. Applications are available at: http://education.nasa.gov/edprograms/descriptions/Motivating_Undergraduates_Science_Technology.html.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
Eligibility: High achieving legally blind students pursuing full-time post-secondary study. One part-time award will also be given
Amount: Awards range from $3,000 to $12,000. Thirty scholarships will be awarded.
Application Deadline: March 31st.
Go to www.nfb.org/scholarships to complete an application on-line. Or contact the NFB scholarship chairman at 410-659-9314, ext 2415 or Scholarships@nfb.org.

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF PENNSYLVANIA
Eligibility: Blind or visually impaired Pennsylvania residents
Amount: $1,000 (two awards given) students may also receive the national scholarship in addition to the state award.
Application Deadline: August 31st.
Go to http://www.nfbp.org applications for this state scholarship are available in the financial aid office or you may call 215-988-0888. Students may apply for both the state and national scholarships. National awards are announced in July, state awards are announced in November.

SCHWALLIE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (For Students with Autism or Asperger Syndrome)
Eligibility: Individuals with autism or asperger syndrome accepted to or attending school for post secondary education
Amount: $3,000 (5 awards)
Application Deadline: September 28th (award is for the spring semester)
For applications and information contact the Organization for Autism Research http://www.researchautism.org. or write to the Organization for Autism Research, Attn: Schwallie Family Scholarship 2000 N. 14th St., Suite 480 Arlington, VA 22201 (717) 243-9710

ANNE FORD SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: High School Senior with an identified learning disability and the intent to pursue a four year undergraduate degree, U.S. citizen, GPA of at least 3.0, and financial need
Amount: $10,000
Application Deadline: December 31st
Sponsored by the National Center for Learning Disabilities, applicants will submit an essay about how higher education will enhance their lives along with transcript, three letters of recommendation, test scores and documentation of their disability. Go to http://www.ncld.org. for application and information or write to National Center for Learning disabilities, Inc. 381 Park Avenue South, Suit 1401 New York, NY 10016-8806. Phone (212) 545-7510, Fax: (212) 545-9665, E-mail afsscholarship@ncld.org

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: College sophomore or above who is a communicant member of the Lutheran Church. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, have career plans to work with the developmentally disabled, and have completed 100 hours of work with the developmentally disabled.
Amount: $3,000 each ( 2 awards given per year)
Application Deadline: March 15th
Go to http://www.blhs.org/ for information.

HOLLY ELLIOTT AND LAUREL GLASS SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Persons who are deaf, deafened, deaf-blind or hard of hearing, U.S. citizen enrolled in seminary studies or preparing for specialized ministries at a Methodist related college and have aminimum GPA of 3.0.
Amount: Minimum of $1,000 (number of awards varies).
Application Deadline: May 15th.
For information go to http://www.umhef.org/receive.php for information.

EDUCATION

LEBANON COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL RETIREES
Eligibility: Lebanon County High school seniors, for 2008 from Cedar Crest and ELCO high schools, who are planning a career in education.
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: April 1st
This award rotates among the six public schools in Lebanon County. The award is presented in June and paid at the start of their second year in college. Applications are available from the high school guidance counselor.

LEBANON COUNTY COUNCIL OF HUMAN SERVICE AGENCIES (LCCHSA)
Eligibility: Lebanon County residents enrolled in college for the fall 2008 majoring in a field related to human services
Amount: $500
Application Deadline: May 19th.
The schoalrship can be used toward tuition or books and other educational expenses. Applications can be requested by e-mailing Troy Williams, the LCCHSA president and Lebanon County Christian Ministries Exeuctive Director at troy@lccm.us. The scholarship award will be presented on Friday, June 13th, at an LCCHSA meeting at Heisey's Diner.

DUDLEY KRAMER & SYLVIA KRAMER MEMMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - for residents of York County awarded by the Arc of York County
Eligibility: Residents of York County, PA in an educational pursuit with a goal of working with persons with intellectual disabilities, must show need for tuition assistance.
Amount: $750
Application Deadline: June 6th.
Go to www.thearcofyorkcounty.org for an application. There is also a copy in the Financail Aid office.

VERDE DICKEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (For students majoring in education or physical education)
Eligibility: Full-time college junior or senior at a Methodist-related institution, 3.0 GPA or higher, active, full member of a United Methodist Church for at least one full year prior to application.
Amount: $7,500 (Two awarded)
Application Deadline: May 1st
Go to http://www.umhef.org for a general application and information. You may also Email umscholar@gbhem.org, call the GBHEM scholarship dept. (615) 340-7344
Write to the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Office of Loans and Scholarships PO Box 340007 Nashville, TN 37203-0007 or contact the Financial Aid office or your local church, chaplain, or conference.

ALPHA DELTA KAPPA, KAPPA CHAPTER Women in Education scholarship
Eligibility: Female college student who plans to pursue education as a career and has completed one full year by April 1st.
Amount: One $500 scholarship
Application Deadline: April 1st
Applications are available in the financial aid office or call 717-561-0293.

IMAGINE AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: High school senior with a likelihood of completing a degree in education, 2.5 GPA, financial need, voluntary community service in senior year
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: December 31st
Students may begin applying on January 1st. Go to http://Imagine-America.org.

ASPIRING EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students who are at least a college junior majoring in educaton, physical therapy, special education or listed areas
Amount: $1,000 (five scholarships awarded)
Application Deadline: June 30th.
Go to http://www.teachers-teachers.com/scholarship/ for information and an application.

ELEANOR ROOSEVELT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP
Eligibility: Female elementary or secondary public school teacher, U.S. citizen, employed with at least 3 years full-time teaching experience
Amount: $5,000
Application Deadline: January 10th
Go to http://www.aauw.org for information or call (202) 785-7700, Fax: (202) 463-7169

STRAIGHTFORWARD MEDIA'S TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Students who want to become teachers
Amount: $500 (one award given four times per year)
Application Deadlines: January 14th, April 14th, July 14th, October 14th.
Go to: http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/education/index.php.

ETHNIC HERITAGE AND MINORITY

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION (NIAF) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Italian American students (at least one ancestor who immigrated from Italy) enrolled in a U.S. college, GPA of at least 3.5, U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Amount: $2,500 - $10,000.
Application Deadline: March 7th.
Scholarship applications available on-line in November. Applicants will also need to submit a Teacher Evaluation Form and an official school transcript. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, field of study, career objectives, potential, and commitment. Applications are "blindly" evaluated. Go to https://www.niaf.org/scholarships/about.asp. Scholarships are not renewable, but resipients may reapply each year and are encouraged to do so.

THE NASA MUST SCHOLARSHIP (Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology program)
Eligibility: U.S. citizen from an underepresented group (women, African American, Hispanic American, Native American, and persons with disabilities). Must be a full-time college freshman, sophomore, or junior at the time of application with at least a 3.0 GPA and majoring in math, physical science, technology, or engineering.
Amount: Up to 10,000 or 1/2 of student's tuition and fees for the academic year.
Application Deadline: March 1st.
The scholarship is renewable, provided elgibility requirements are met. Students also receive a stipend of $5,000 to participate in a mandatory summer research experience at a NASA Center. Applications are available at http://education.nasa.gov/edprograms/descriptions/Motivating_Undergraduates_Science_Technology.html.

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP (For minorities wanting to pursue a law-related career)
Eligibility: Graduating minority student from Pennsylvania high school, GPA of 2.5 or above, enrolled in college in specific PA counties including Lebanon
Amount: Three awards of $2,500 each
Sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel, scholarships are for eligible minority students who plan to pursue a law-related career. Awards are based on achievement, financial need, and potential for making a contribution to society. Applications at http://www.ghf.org or by contacting Julie Young, Chapter Administrator at jyoung@psecu.com. Matching funds are available through PHEAA's Path Prorgram, no additional application needs to filled out go to http://www.tfec.org/index.cfm?act=funds_scholarship for information on matching funds.

THE HUBERTUS W.V. WILLEMS SCHOLARSHIP FOR MALE STUDENTS
Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students studying engineering, math, physics, or chemistry. U.S. citizen, 2.5 GPA, and financial need
Amount: Undergraduate $2,000, Graduate Student $3,000
Application Deadline: March 31st
Sponsored by the United Negro College Fund, go to http://www.uncf.org for information or write to 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive Fairfax, VA 22031 (703) 205-3400.

NSHSS FOUNDATION STEM SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: High school seniors who are U.S. citizens with at least a 3.0 GPA, and who will be entering college in the fall to pursue STEM majors- Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics and are one of the following underrepresented groups in STEM careers: African American, Hispanic, Native American, and females
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: May 15th.
The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Foundation created these scholarships to help reduce financial barriers for high school seniors interested in entering college to pursue STEM-majors. Membership in the NSHSS is not required to apply for the scholarships. Applications can be downloaded on the site at http://www.nshssfoundation.org/programs/scholarship_app.pdf.

HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND (HSF)
Several scholarship opportunities are available to Hispanic American students enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking program
at a U.S. accredited Title IV eligible institution. For more details, go to www.hsf.net. Deadlines vary by scholarship.

CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE - Congressional Internships, Fellowships and Scholarships
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, be an undergraduate or graduate student with a 3.0 GPA, have remarkable leadership potential, and a history and commitment to community and public service
Amount: Scholarships - $2,500 for undergraduates, $5,000 for graduate students
Internships - Housing, travel, and a $2,200 monthly stipend are provided
Application Deadline: Internships - January 31st, Scholarships - April 16th
The Congressional Internship Program provides college students with Congressional Placements on Capitol Hill, for a summer period of eight weeks from June to august , and a winter period of twelve weeks from January to April. For more information on the internships, fellowships or scholarships, and to apply online go to http://www.chci.org or call CHCI at (202) 543-1771.

HISPANIC COLLEGE FUND/SCHOLARS PROGRAM - Many scholarships from different sponsors
Eligibility: Must be Hispanic or of Hispanic descent, be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate for the coming year, have at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Scholarships range in amount from $500 to $25,000
Application Deadline: March 15th for most of the scholarhsips ( a few may be earlier check their website)
The Hispanic college Fund program includes scholarship funding from various sponsors. Visit the website to view sponsors, scholarships, and to apply http://www.scholarships.hispanicfund.org.

STRAIGHTFORWARD MEDIA MINORITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Minority college students
Amount: $500 (awards given four times per year).
Application Deadlines: March 31, June 30, sept. 30, Dec. 31.
Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com/minority/index.php.

HEALTH CARE AND PHYSICAL THERAPY

GALLAGHER KOSTER HEALTH CAREERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (undergrad and grad)
Eligibility: Full-time students majoring in a healthcare related field entering their junior or senior year or their 5th or 6th year with a GPA of at least 3.0
Amount: $5,000 (five scholarships awarded) Can receive for two years
Application Deadline: May 17th
Eligibility information, supplemental materials, and Frequently Asked Questions can be found on the website. Application is available online and is to be filled out directly on the website: http://www.gallagherkoster.com.

LEBANON COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY AND MEDICAL AUXILIARY - HEALTH CAREERS SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: High school seniors or graduates of a Lebanon County high school who have been accepted into or are currently enrolled in a specific health care program These include Physical Therapy, medical technology, nursing, medicine, radiology,or other allied health sciences involved with patient care.
Amount: Several scholarships are awarded.
Application Deadline: May 1st.
Not included are scholarships for the study of psychology, pre-med, pharmacy, dental related fields, veterinary medicine, and medical secretary. Applications are available in the financial aid office, and must be returned by May 1.
Applications are also available 1) in the Medical Library at the Good Samaritan Hospital, 2) at all seven County high schools, 3) the LPN Department of the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center, or 4) by writing to: Medical careers Scholarship fund, PO Box 1061, Quentin, PA 17083-1061.

THE FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SERVICES OF LEBANON COUNTY FUND (for students in physical therapy, healthcare, social and human services)
Eligibility: Residents of Lebanon County pursuing higher education in social and human services fields including specialized therapies for treating physical and mental disabilities, medicine, nursing, and social work. Must show academic achievement and financial need
Amount: May also qualify for matching awards from the PATH program
Application Deadline: February 28th.
Applications available in the Financial Aid Office. Go to http://www.tfec.org/index.cfm?act=funds_scholarship for information on this scholarship and others.

LINDA CRAIG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - sponsored by Pacers Foundation
Eligibility: U.S. citizens who have completed at least four semesters of an undergraduate program majoring in physical therapy or sports medicine and who have at least a 3.0 GPA
Amount: Varies
Application Deadline: July 1st
The purpose of this award is to support students in physical therapy or sports medicine. The scholarship is presented by St. Vincent Sports Medicine and is sponsored by the Indiana Pacers Foundation. Applications are available online at http://www.nba.com/pacers/news/Foundation_Index.html.

OCCUPATIONAL/PHYSICAL THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP - DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: Students who have been accepted to or are currently enrolled in an accredited OT or PT program. You must obtain a letter of sponsorship from your local DAR chapter to be considered.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15th
Go to: http://www.dar.org/ for information and application procedure.

ASPIRING EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students who are at least a college junior majoring in physical therapy, special education or listed areas
Amount: $1,000 (five scholarships awarded)
Application Deadline: June 30th.
Go to http://www.teachers-teachers.com/scholarship/ for information and an application.

BILL KANE SCHOLARSHIP, UNDERGRADUATE
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate health majors in their sophomore, junior, or senior year. Must have a GPA of at least 3.25.
Amount: $1,000
Application Deadline: November 15th.
Applicants must write an essay about what they hope to accomplish as a health educator. Applications are available online at http://www.aahperd.org/aahe.

THE TYLENOL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students pursuing health-related studies
Amount: twenty $5,000 grants and 150 $1,000 grants
Application Deadline: May 15th.
Applications are submitted online go to https://www.Tylenol.com/scholarship for information and to apply.

ROY AND ROXIE CAMPANELLA PHYSICAL THERAPY PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP (for college seniors)
Eligibility: College seniors
Amount: $2,000
Appliction Deadline: August 1st
This is a $2,000 scholarship awarded to an average of ten students per year. Applicants must address a question about why they chose physical therapy and how it has contributed to their sensitivity to people of different cultures. Students also need a character reference from a physical therapist. For information go to http://www.roycampanella.org or or 818 783-8787.

AMBUCS SCHOLARS PROGRAM (Physical Therapy)
Eligibility: College juniors, seniors, and graduate students in accredited therapy programs
Amount: $500 to $1,500 annually. There is also one two-year award for $6,000. Award monies are paid directly to the student's school and credited directly to their tuition bill.
Application Deadline: April 15th (Applications accepted mid-January to April 15th)
Awards are based on financial need, US citizenship, commitment to local community, academic accomplishment, compassion, integrity, and career objectives. Applications must be completed online at http://www.ambucs.com/Scholars/program_information.aspx and semi-finalist status checked by the student on-line. Winners announced in late June.

PHYSICAL THERAPY EXCELLENCE FELLOWSHIP
Eligibility: Physical therapist currnetly employed or interested in the care of hemophilia patients
Amount: $10,000
Letter of Intent: February 1
Application Deadline: April 1
This award is made by the National Hemophilia Foundation to improve the delivery of physical therapy care to hemophilia patients. Go to http://www.hemophilia.org for information and application or write to the National Hemophilia foundation 116 West 32nd st. 11th floor New York, NY 10001. Phone (800) 424-2634 ext. 3745, Fax: (212) 328-3799. \

GARY L. SODERBERG DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibilty: Final year in a professional (Entry-Level) Doctor of Physical therapy Program
Application Deadline: March 1st.
Applicants must be nominated for this award by a faculty member, a member of the student's class, or the student organization for their program. Go to http://www.apta.org for nomination forms, information, and mailing instructions.

AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION 2009 MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Eligibility: Minority students (African-American, Asian, Pacific Islander, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Hispanic) who are U.S. citizens and will be entering their final year of a PT program.
Amount: Last year nine $6,000 awards were given
Application Deadline: December 2nd.
Go to http://www.apta.org. for information and an application.

THE ROOTHBERT FUND SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Undergraduate or Graduate students whose permanent address is in one of the following states as of March 1st of the year applying (PA, NJ, NY, OH, DE, MD, CT, DC, VA, WV, MA, ME, NH, VT, RI, NC)
Amount: $2,000 - $3,000 per year and are renewable
Application Deadline: February 1st. Printed applications are available only from November 1 to January 31
This scholarship is to help people who are motivated by spiritual values to further their education. Those considering education careers may be given some preference, but awards have been made to persons in a wide range of careers. Applicants must attend an interview if invited. These are held in March on very short notice. Applicants are responsible for all transportation and other costs. Interviews are held in New York, New Haven, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Recipients are obligated to maintain high academic work and conduct, send transcripts after each semester, attend one weekend fellowship meeting(held outside Philadelphia in June and September to meet other recipients), and correspond with the fund. For an application send a written request and a stamped self-addressed envelope to: The Roothbert Fund, Inc., 475 Riverside Drive, Room 252, New York, NY 10115 or download a copy between November 1st and January 31st from http://roothbertfund.org/scholarships.php.

CHESAPEAKE UROLOGY ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Full-time undergraduates pursuing a degree in premedicine, prenursing, or ancillary health fields. Must have been a resident of the state of Maryland for one year prior to attending college.
Amount: $5,000 (three scholarships awarded).
Application Deadline: May 31st.
Recipients will be selected based on commitment to health care, academic achievement, and financial need. Go to http://www.centralsb.org/html/ChesapeakeUrologyAssocSF.htm.

MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS (Navy) –$80,000 - $120,000 Loan Repayment for Graduate Students and Practicing Professionals
22 specialties ranging from administration, scientists/research to clinical care
Loan Repayment Assistance and Financial Assistance for Graduate School,
Generous Scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs. Contact a recruiter or go to http://www.navy.com.

    Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) – $143,000 TO $240,000 total. You can receive a monthly salary and housing allowance while pursuing your       degree equal to $2,940 to $5,150 per month. http://www.navy.com
    Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program - Practicing professionals Get Help Repaying Educational Loans. Receive up to $120,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by applying to receive $40,000 per year for up to three years. http://www.navy.com
    For Physical Therapists – Receive up to $80,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by receiving $40,000 each year for up to two years.
Go to http://www.navy.com/careers/healthcare/medicalservicecorps/ for more information or speak to a recruiter.

MEDICAL OR DENTAL SCHOOL PAID FOR BY THE NAVY: The Navy has the following programs to pay the way through the medical or dental school of your choice - with no service obligation until that schooling is complete: http://www.navy.com

    HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
Covers 100% of tuition - plus a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and a monthly alllowance of $1,605 to cover living expenses for up to four years. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com

    HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM:
Provides anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 total. This includes a monthly salary - plus a housing allowance for up to 48 months. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com

MARIAN J. WETTRICK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION -Grants for hospital internships or medical school.
Eligibility: Female students graduating from a Pennsylvania College
Application Deadline: March 31st.
This foundation offers financial assistance in the form of grants to certain qualified female students graduating from Pennsylvania colleges who will attend or are attending a Pennsylvania medical school (including osteopathic schools) and for internships at accredited teaching hospitals. Apply at the Office of Financial Aid at the medical school where you have gained admission or by direct request to the Foundation.   Marian J. Wettrick charitable Foundation, Citizens Trust Company, Trust Department 10 North Main Street PO Box 229 Coudersport, PA 16915-0229. eileen@cnbankpa.com to e-mail or www.cnbankpa.com or 814-274-1927.

STRAIGHTFORWARD MEDIA MEDICAL PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Students pursuing medical professions
Amount: $500 (awards given four times per year)
Application Deadlines: March 31, June 30, Sept. 30, Dec. 31.
Go to http://www.straightforwardmedia.com.

Medical or Dental School Paid For By The Navy: The Navy has the following programs to pay the way through the medical or dental school of your choice - with no service obligation until that schooling is complete:

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: Covers 100% of tuition - plus a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and a monthly alllowance of $1,605 to cover living expenses for up to four years. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information.

HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM: Provides anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 total. This includes a monthly salary - plus a housing allowance for up to 48 months. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. Go to http://www.navy.com.

HISTORY, GOVERNMENT, AND POLITICAL SCIENCE

DR. AURA-LEE A. AND JAMES HOBBS PITTENGER AMERICAN HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP (Through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: High School seniors who will pursue an undergraduate degree with a concentrated study of a minimum of 24 credit hours in American History and American Government
Amount: $2,000 each year for up to four years with annual transcript review
Application Deadline: February 15th to the National Chairman, DAR Scholarships
All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. Send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and to receive an application for any of the DAR scholarships. Send to:
Committee Services Office, Attn: Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303
Go to http://www.DAR.org for more information.

ENID HALL GRISWOLD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: College Juniors or Seniors enrolled in an accredited college in the U.S. pursuing a major in political science, history, government, or econmoics.
Amount: $1,000.
Application Deadline: February 15th.
All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. Send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and to receive an application for any of the DAR scholarships. Send to:
Committee Services Office, Attn: Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303
Go to http://www.DAR.org for more information.

J.E.CALDWELL CENTENNIAL SCHOLARSHIP (Through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution)
Eligibility: Students pursuing graduate study in Historic Preservation
Amount: $2,000
Application Deadline: February 15th
This scholarship is funded directly through J.E. Caldwell & Co. in honor of the DAR Centennial. All applicants must obtain a letter of sponsorship from their local DAR chapter. Send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to obtain the name and address of your state scholarship chairman and to receive an application for any of the DAR scholarships. Send to: Committee Services Office, Attn: Scholarships 1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-5303
Go to http://www.DAR.org for more information.

CAPTURING HISTORY ALIVE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (Sponsored by the Eldred WWII Museum)
Eligibility: Any college or graduate student
Amount: $400 (awarded to students completing 20 hours or more of research and submitting a copy of their research paper)
Capturing History Alive is a unique research opportunity for students studying or researching WWII. The program lets students access the resources of the Eldred WWII Museum and Learning Center. Students have use of the the musuem's resources including an 8,000 volume library, and many types of WWII articfacts, and recordings of WWII veterans stories. Students can use whatever amount of time they need to conduct their research. Examples include a weekend history research trip, semester breaks, week long study sessions, long independent studies, or semester internships. Go to www.eldredwwiimuseum.org for information or 814-225-2220. Museum information, including lodging, is available in the Financial Aid office. The museum is located in Eldred, PA in the northwestern part of the state.

LANGUAGE/INTERNATIONAL/STUDY ABROAD

Check the website http://www.internationalscholarships.com

JOHN T. PETTERS SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: College students planning to study abroad who are business majors
Amount: $5,000 (twenty-five awarded)
Application Deadline: December 15th.
You must be a U.S. citizen planning to study business abroad demonstrating financial need. Go to http://www.johnpettersfoundation.org/index.asp.

CULTURAL AMBASSADORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: College Juniors, Seniors, master's or doctoral or other postgraduate study student and citizen of a country with a rotary club.
Amount: $11,000 for three months and $16,000 for six months. Check with your rotary district to see if offered.
Application Deadline: Varies by Rotary. Rotary Clubs must submit endorsed applications to the district chairman by May 15th for study the following year.
Sponsored by the Rotary Foundation International this award is for three or six months of intensive language training abroad. Student must have completed at least one year of college course work or its equivalent in the proposed language of study. Go to http://www.rotary.org for information or phone or write to the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International, One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Avenue Evanston, IL, 60201-3698 847-866-3000 or fax: 847-328-8554. Students in Lebanon, Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Perry and York counties may also get applications from the Rotary District 7390 District Office headquartered in York. The 7390 District Office can be contacted for applications at office@rotary7390.org, by calling 717-854-7842, faxing 717-854-6938 or by mail to 515 S. George St., York, PA 17401-2723.
The Rotary Foundation also grants Academic Year Ambassadorial Scholarships to fund one academic year abroad and provide funding for round trip transportation, tuition, fees, room and board up to $24,000. Interested indiviuduals may use the same contact information listed above.

BENJAMIN A. GILMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Undergraduate students applying for or accepted to a study abroad program who are U.S. citizens and receiving Pell Grant Funding.
Amount: Up to $5,000. Average award is $4,000 (820 awards given last year)
Application Deadline: For spring programs: October 7th
This scholarship is administered through the Institute of International Education with awards made for both fall and spring programs. Go to: http://www.iie.org/gilman for information.

CONGRESS-BUNDESTAG YOUTH EXCHANGE FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Eligibility: U.S. citizens between 18 and 24 years of age with a strong interest in international and German affairs and a strong sense of American identity.
Amount: This award includes the costs of travel, lodging, academic and career assistance. (75 awards are available)
Application Deadline: December 1st.
This program is sponsored by CDS International, Inc. for students who wish to gain an understanding of everyday life, education and professional training in Germany. Go to http://www.cdsintl.org/cbyx.

DAVID L. BOREN UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Undergraduate students who wish to study abroad in selected areas. Must be a U.S. citizen and enter into a service agreement with the NSEP to work in the federal government in a position with national security responsibilities.
Amount: $8,000 to $20,000
Application Deadline: February 12th.
This scholarship is offered through the National Security Education Program (NSEP) to offer a unique opportunity for U.S. undergraduates to study abroad and gain language skills in geographic regions important to U.S. national security. NSEP encourages students to study in countries whose languages are less commonly taught at U.S. institutions. It is understood that these students will not be familiar with the language of their chosen study abroad country. Study of French and Spanish is permissable only for students who are at an intermediate level of competency. In such cases, the study abroad should focus on academic coursework rather than language acquisition, the student's field of study should be in the sciences, business, or engineering. Go to http://www.iie.org/programs/nsep/undergraduate/default.htm.

SUMMER LANGUAGE COURSE at THE UNIVERSITY OF LEIPZIG GRANT - Tuition + Expenses
Eligibility: College sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students
Amount: Scholarship covers course fees, excursions, room and partial board.
Application Deadline: January 31st
Sponsored by the German Academic Exchange Service, this eight week program consists of an intensive language course, lectures and discussions on contemporary issues, independent project work, and excursions to parts of the city and region. Students majoring in modern languages or modern literature are not eligible. Applicants must have completed three semesters of college-level German at the time of application. For information: e-mail daadn@daad.org, phone (212) 758-3223, Fax: (212) 755-5780 or write to 950 Third Avenue, 19th Floor New York, NY 10022.

CHRISTIANSON GRANT (to work abroad)
Eligibility: Students who are U.S. citizens ages 18 to 28 seeking to pursue work abroad.
Amount: $2,500 to $10,000 (nuber of awards varies)
Application Deadline: March 15th.
This grant is for students seeking to pursue work abroad. Students must have arranged for an international program with an emphasis on a work component. The program must be at least six weeks in duration. Go to http://www.interexchange.org/grants/details.html.

MILITARY/VETERANS

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM (BDCP) – up to $155,000 in financial assistance from the Navy, while you are in college, plus a job following graduation.
Eligibility: College Students interested in becoming a Navy Officer after graduation.
Amount: Monthly income of $2,376 to $4,300/month for 2 to 3 years depending on your major.
About the Program: This is not an ROTC program. There are no drill or uniform requirements. Applicants should be between the ages of 19 and 35 with a minimum GPA of 2.7. Students’ only obligation while in the program is to maintain the 2.7 GPA. Students accepted into this program will get paid as an E-6 in the U.S. Navy. Following their college graduation, they will report to Officer Candidate School (OCS) and complete 12 weeks of leadership training after which they will be commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy. Their obligation is dependent upon which Officer Program they have chosen (4 to 8 years for Surface Warfare, Pilot, Intelligence, Engineering, etc.) Go to http://navy.com/benefits/education/earnmoney/.

HEALTH CARE EDUCATION Paid for by the Air Force:
HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - three or four year scholarships
The Air Force offers scholarships for Healthcare Professionals in three or four year periods.
It will cover all tuition, fees, textbooks, small equiment items, and supplies needed for study.
It will also pay a monthly allowance of $1,605 per month for living expenses.
While in school you will serve 45 days on active duty and once you graduate you will serve one year of active duty for each year of scholarship received.
Go to http://www.airforce.com/ or speak to a recruiter for more information.

MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS (Navy) –$80,000 - $120,000 Loan Repayment for Graduate Students and Practicing Professionals
22 specialties ranging from administration, scientists/research to clinical care
Loan Repayment Assistance and Financial Assistance for Graduate School,
Generous Scholarships, financial assistance and continuing education programs. Contact a recruiter or go to http://www.navy.com.

Navy Health Services Collegiate Program (HSCP) – $143,000 TO $240,000 total. You can receive a monthly salary and housing allowance while pursuing your degree equal to $2,940 to $5,150 per month. http://www.navy.com
Navy Health Professions Loan Repayment Program - Practicing professionals Get Help Repaying Educational Loans. Receive up to $120,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by applying to receive $40,000 per year for up to three years. http://www.navy.com
For Physical Therapists – Receive up to $80,000 to help repay your graduate school loans by receiving $40,000 each year for up to two years.
Go to http://www.navy.com/careers/healthcare/medicalservicecorps/ for more information or speak to a recruiter.

MEDICAL OR DENTAL SCHOOL PAID FOR BY THE NAVY: The Navy has the following programs to pay the way through the medical or dental school of your choice - with no service obligation until that schooling is complete: http://www.navy.com

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
Covers 100% of tuition - plus a sign-on bonus of $20,000 and a monthly alllowance of $1,605 to cover living expenses for up to four years. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com

HEALTH SERVICES COLLEGIATE PROGRAM:
Provides anywhere from $143,000 to $240,000 total. This includes a monthly salary - plus a housing allowance for up to 48 months. Contact a Navy Recruiter for more information. http://www.navy.com

Search the American Legion's Education Assistance Program scholarship and financial aid guide, www.needalift.org    This booklet contains information on:
    Veterans Benefits
    Scholarhsips for Veterans and their families
    Scholarships for legionnaires and their families
    Tips on applying to college and going through the financial aid process
    A comprehensive listing of colleges

SAMSUNG AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: High school juniors who complete an American Legion Boys or Girls State Program and are a child, granchild, or great granchild of a U.S. veteran who served active duty in WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Lebanon and Grenada, Panama, or Persian Gulf War.
Amount: $20,000 (ten awards), $1,000 (88 awards)
The scholarship is for undergraduate study only. Selection is based on academic record, and activities. Preference for descendants of Korean War veterans.
Go to http://www.legion.org/programs/resources/scholarships.

THE AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL CONTEST
Eligibility: High school students planning to enroll in college
Amount: $18,000 (1st place), $16,000 (2nd place), $14,000 (3rd place)
All participants in the first round receive a $1,500 scholarship, those who advance to the second round but not the final round receive an additional $1,500. There are also several hundred scholarships awarded at lower levels of the competition. Go to http://www.legion.org/program/resources/scholarships.

THE AMERICAN LEGION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: children or legally adopted children of active duty united States military, Guard, and Reserve personnel who died on active duty after September 11,2001. Must be a high school senior or high school graduate to apply. Scholarship is for undergraduate study at a U.S. institution
Amount: Varies by funds raised.
Application Deadline: April 15th.

U.S. ARMY WOMEN'S FOUNDATION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Women or children of women who have served in active duty in the Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard and will be a college junior or senior with at least a 3.0 GPA.
Amount: $2,500 (10 awards)
Application Deadline: February 1st.
Go to http://www.armywomensfoundation.org/pages/legacyscholar.html.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS RETURNING FROM IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN
Eligibility: Veterans who have served in Iraq or Afghanistan
Amount: Varies - awards are renewable and are meant to help financial need not met with grants and military education benfits (awards were up to $3,500 for '08-09)
Application Deadline: June 15th (renewal notices sent in April or May)
Go to http://www.veteransfund.org.

HEROES AT HOME - Scholarships for Women Veterans
Eligibility: Female veterans who are enlisted officers and have completed their service.
Amount: Minimum amount $2,500. Multiple awards
Application Deadline: June 1st.
Go to http://www.royalneighbors.org. Applicants do not have to be a member of Royal Neighbors of America to be eligible.

ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF
Scholarship opportunities are available to Army families, active, retired and survivor; for spouse and dependent children of Soldiers. For more information, please visit http://www.aerhq.org. Deadline for applications is March 1.

MARINE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
Eligibility: Students who are the son or daughters of Marines on active duty, in the Reserve, a former Marine, or a former U.S. Navy Corpsman who served with the U.S. Marine Corps. Also the grandchildren of members of certain divisions and squadrons.
Amount: $1,000 - $4,000. If your parent served in Operation Enduring Freedom or Iraqi Freedom, you are eligible for additional funding.
Application Deadline is March 3rd for graduating high school seniors and April 15th for all other students.
For more information on this program please visit http://www.mcsf.com.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY'S VICE ADMIRAL E.P. TRAVERS SCHOLARSHIP AND LOAN PROGRAM
Eligibility: Children of Active Duty Sailors and Marines, (including Reservists while on active duty over 90 days), children of retired Sailors and Marines, and spouses of Active Duty Sailors and Marines.
Amount: $2,500 scholarship/Interest Free Loans from $500 to $3,000 per academic year. Loans must be repaid within 24 months.
Application Deadline: March 1st.
Go to http://www.nmcrs.org/travers.html for more information and application packages.

HORATIO ALGER MILITARY VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Eligibility: Served under Operation Enduring Freedom(Afghanistan) or Operation Iraqi Freedom 9/11/01 or later, honorable service, financial need, cumulative GPA of 2.0
Amount: $5,000 (Last year 1400 were given)
Application Deadline: April 15th
Recipients are based on their perserverance in overcoming adversity. Must be enrolled full time while receiving the scholarship. Go to: http://www.horatioalger.com/scholarships_military/.

TROOPS TO TEACHERS
Eligibility: Go to the TTT homepage at www.ProudtoServeAgain.com
Amount: Stipends up to $5,000 to help pay for teacher certification costs and stipends up to $10,000 for those who teach in for three years in a low-income school.
This program is managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) The program provides financial assistance, referral services, counseling and assistance with certification, resume models, job listings and employment leads. Go to www.ProudtoServeAgain.com for information.

SPOUSES TO TEACHERS
Eligibility: Spouses of active duty personnel, Select Reserve, National Guard, or Individual Ready Reserve called to active duty.
Amount: $600 for state teacher certification exams
In addition to the stipend, spouses receive counseling regarding state certification, financial aid options, and networking for jobs. Go to www.SpousesToTeachers.com

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN PROGRAM
Eligibility: college student or college bound with parent who is active duty, reserve/guard, or retired, military personnel, or survivor of a deceased member - must have military dependent I.D. card
Amount: Awards of $1,500 each
Application Deadline February 20th.
Go to http://www.militaryscholar.org/

THE DANIEL GEIGER SCHOLARSHIP - For Children of Veterans
Eligibility: Children of veterans
Amount: Depends on number of applicants
Application Deadline: May 2.
The Daniel Geiger Scholarship Committee will accept resume-type applications from interested veterans' children. Applicants must be PA state residents and submit a personal resume, high school transcript, letters of recommendation, any certificates or awards, a copy of their acceptance level to college, show proof that parent is a PA resident, and show financial need. Mail these application materials to: Department HQ, Attn: Geiger Scholarship, 4002 Fenton Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17109-5943. Visit http://www.paveterans.state.pa.us.

EDUCATIONAL GRATUITY PROGRAM
ELIGIBILITY: Pennsylvania College students who are children of veterans 100% disabled or killed while on active duty. Must be aged 16 -23 and PA resident for at least five