John H. Payne Scholarships 2009

Introduction: Hawai’i Pacific University offers this partial-tuition scholarship to students who will graduate from high schools or will be transferring from colleges/universities across the nation. This scholarship is offered once per academic year and is awarded for the fall and spring semesters only.

Eligibility:
1.A high school or college cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00.
2.College transfer students may transfer a maximum of 31 college credits to HPU.
3.Demonstrate involvement extra-curricular activities and community service.
4.Demonstrate financial need.
5.Must enroll as a full-time student during the fall and spring semesters.
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Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Scholarships 2009

Introduction: HACU applauds your initiative in searching for a scholarship!  We hope that we will be able to assist you in defraying some of your college expenditures.

Eligibility: All scholarship recipients MUST meet all of the following criteria:
1.Demonstrate financial need
2.Meet the specified criteria for the scholarship to which they are applying
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Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Scholarships

Introduction: HACU applauds your initiative in searching for a scholarship!  We hope that we will be able to assist you in defraying some of your college expenditures.

Eligibility: All scholarship recipients MUST meet all of the following criteria:
1.Demonstrate financial need
2.Meet the specified criteria for the scholarship to which they are applying

How to Apply: Be attending a HACU-member institution (excluding international members) at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made.  For the most up-to-date listing of HACU member institutions.

Application Form: https://scholarships.hacu.net/applications/applicants/

Application Deadline: May 23, 2009

Source: https://scholarships.hacu.net/applications/applicants/

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Scholarships

Introduction: HACU applauds your initiative in searching for a scholarship!  We hope that we will be able to assist you in defraying some of your college expenditures.

Eligibility: All scholarship recipients MUST meet all of the following criteria: 1.Demonstrate financial need 2.Meet the specified criteria for the scholarship to which they are applying 

How to Apply:  Be attending a HACU-member institution (excluding international members) at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made.  For the most up-to-date listing of HACU member institutions.

Application Form:   https://scholarships.hacu.net/applications/applicants/

Application Deadline:   May 23, 2009

Source:   https://scholarships.hacu.net/applications/applicants/

The NSHMBA Scholarships

Introduction:
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs, which exists “to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development,” has established a scholarship program to assist qualified Hispanics to pursue MBAs. Scholarships are offered each year for full- and part-time study at an accredited (AACSB) institution of the student’s choice.

Eligibility:
Maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent) in current degree program.
Participate in at least two NSHMBA chapter, regional, or national events by April 30, 2009.

How to Apply:
To complete your application you must also send the following documents to Scholarship Management Services postmarked no later than April 30, 2009:
Complete undergraduate and graduate school transcripts of grades from all colleges attended. Grade reports are not accepted. Online transcripts must display student name, school name, grades and credit hours for each course and term in which each course was taken.
Two letters of recommendation from professors, advisors or employers addressing current academic achievement, personal qualities, potential for future success and contributions to the community.
Applicants will receive an emailed confirmation when the electronic application is successfully submitted. Late submissions and incomplete application packages will not be considered. If you do not receive acknowledgment that your application package is complete, it is your responsibility to contact Scholarship Management Services to check on your application’s status.

ApplicationDeadline: April 30 ,2009.

Source: http://www.nshmba.org/scholarship/guidelines.asp

Kaiser Permanente College To Caring Program

Introduction: Kaiser Permanente College To Caring Program offers funds to students who are juniors or seniors in college pursuing a bachelors degree in nursing. Students who are selected will receive a scholarship for $8,000 each year they attend nursing school. Based on availability, C2C Scholars also have the possibility of interning at a Kaiser Permanente facility.

Eligibility: Must be of Hispanic background
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, residing in Northern California
Must be studying full-time in the United States or Puerto Rico
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
Must demonstrate financial need
Must be a rising junior or senior in college pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing for the 2009-2010 academic year.

How to Apply: Official transcript - Postmarked by March 15th
Proof of family income - Postmarked by March 15th
Proof of citizenship status - Postmarked by March 15th
Essay - Submitted online by March 15th
Letter of Recommendation from professor or teacher - Submitted online by March 15th
2nd Letter of Recommendation from community leader - Submitted online by March 15th
Resume - Submitted online by March 15th
Financial Aid verification (if chosen as finalist only) - Submitted online by June 30th

ApplicationDeadline : March 15,2009

Source: http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/subsectionID.1,pageID.151/default.asp

Hilton Family Scholarships  2009-10

Introduction: The Hilton Family Diversity scholarship program awards scholarships to deserving Hispanic students attending any four-year college or university within the United States.This program is designed to help ensure educational access and ease the financial burden of attending college. Ten Hilton Family Diversity Scholars will be selected to receive re-newable scholarships for $2,500 and will attend the Hilton Scholars Retreat July 26-29, 2010 in Los Angeles, CA.

Eligibility: Must be of Hispanic background
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Must be studying at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the upcoming academic year
Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student for the upcoming academic year
Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Must demonstrate financial need, verified by the financial aid office
Must be a permanent resident in the Southern California counties of Imperial, San Diego, Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Ventura; consideration also given to Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Kern county residents.

How to Apply: Official transcript - Postmarked by March 15th
Proof of family income - Postmarked by March 15th
Proof of citizenship status - Postmarked by March 15th
Essay - Submitted online by March 15th
Letter of Recommendation from professor or teacher - Submitted online by March 15th
2nd Letter of Recommendation from community leader - Submitted online by March 15th
Resume - Submitted online by March 15th
Financial Aid verification (if chosen as finalist only) - Submitted online by June 30th

ApplicationDeadline: March 15, 2009

Source: https://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/subsectionID.1,pageID.155/default.asp

Scholarships for Hispanic Students in USA

The Sodexo Foundation and the STOP Hunger Scholarships recognize students who have committed to make a difference in the fight against hunger and its root causes in America.

INTRODUCTION:

The Sodexo Foundation is committed to being a driving and creative force that contributes to a hunger-free nation.  In order to eliminate hunger that affects 38 million people in the U.S., we must fight its root causes. The Sodexo Foundation supports innovative programs to help children and families in the United States who are battling problems like poverty, unemployment, lack of education, and food insecurity.

Amount of Each Scholarship: $500- $5000

ELIGIBILITY:

-Must be of Hispanic background
-Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
-Must be an undergraduate studying full-time in the United States or Puerto Rico for the  2009-2010 academic year
-Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
-Must demonstrate financial need
-Must be committed to alleviating hunger and poverty in the United States
 
HOW TO APPLY:

Required Documents:

-Official transcript - Postmarked by March 15th
-Proof of family income - Postmarked by March 15th
-Proof of citizenship status - Postmarked by March 15th
-Essay - Submitted online by March 15th
-Letter of Recommendation - Submitted online by March 15th
-Resume - Submitted online by March 15th
-Financial Aid verification (if chosen as semi finalist only) - Submitted online by June 30th

DEADLINE:
March 15th, 2009

SOURCE:  http://www.sodexofoundation.org/hunger_us/scholarships/scholarships.asp

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INTRODUCTION:

The Ford Motor Company Fund’s Mi Fuerza Program supports Hispanic undergraduate students studying any discipline nationwide.

Amount of Each Scholarship: $500-$5,000

ELIGIBILITY:

-Must be of Hispanic background
-Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
-Must be studying at an accredited college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the 2008-2009 academic year
-Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student for the 2009-2010 academic year
-Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
-Student must demonstrate financial need
 
HOW TO APPLY:

Required Documents:

-Official transcript - Postmarked by March 15th
-Proof of family income - Postmarked by March 15th
-Proof of citizenship status - Postmarked by March 15th
-Essay - Submitted online by March 15th
-Letter of Recommendation - Submitted online by March 15th
-Resume - Submitted online by March 15th
-Financial Aid verification (if chosen as semi finalist only) - Submitted online by June 30th

DEADLINE:   March 15th, 2009

SOURCE: http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/subsectionID.1,pageID.122/default.asp

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INTRODUCTION:

Manuel Candamo Memorial Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: May 1st, 2009
Total Scholarship Funds: $14,000
Amount of Each Scholarship: $500 - $2,500

ELIGIBILITY:

-Must be Puerto Rican or of Puerto Rican descent
-Must be a U.S. citizen residing in Puerto Rico
-Must be or plan to be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the 2009-2010 academic year
-Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
-Student must demonstrate financial need
 
HOW TO APPLY:

Required Documents:

-Official transcript
-Proof of family income
-Proof of citizenship status
-Essay - Submitted online
-Letter of Recommendation - Submitted online
-Resume - Submitted online
-Financial Aid verification (if chosen as semi-finalist only)

DEADLINE:    May 1st, 2009

SOURCE:  http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=1767

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