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Private foundations, civic organizations, and other groups
provide additional scholarships. In our experience, most students receive these outside scholarships from organizations within their home communities. For this reason, we encourage you to check with your high school, local civic organizations and religious institutions to see what scholarships are available.

You may also want to perform a Scholarship Search using fastWEB, a free scholarship search database. Competition for scholarships identified through fastWEB will be more severe since many of these scholarships are available on a state or national level.

To follow is a partial list of scholarships for which you may qualify.


The community service office is pleased to announce that we have, once again, been chosen as a Scholars in Service to Pennsylvania (SISPA) host school. SISPA is a quarter time (450 hours) or minimum time (300 hour) AmeriCorps federally funded program.  We have available 3 quarter-time and 7 minimum-time positions open for this program year. SISPA students can choose to become student leaders in non-profit agencies such as Habitat for Humanity, Victims Resource Center, Domestic Violence Service Center, Commission for Economic Opportunity, REACH of St. Stephen’s, Interfaith programming, or have the ability to tailor their own experience in volunteerism. In order to be eligible for this program you must complete all federal paperwork by June 30th

Applications are available by contacting Megan Boone at megan.boone@wilkes.edu or stopping into the community service office 203 of the Henry Student Center.


Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunities

Please check out the links below for scholarship opportunities to study abroad. For assistance with applying contact Dr. Godlove Fonjweng at godlove.fonjweng@wilkes,edu or call 570-408-2065

 


Delaware Society of Health-System Pharmacists Scholarship

DSHP will award $1000 plus one year membership to a lucky recipient at the Annual Spring Banquet in April.

The recipient must:

  • Be enrolled in the professional component of a Doctor of Pharmacy degree program at an accredited college of pharmacy.
  • Be a permanent resident of Delaware OR a registered intern in Delaware.
  • Submit a complete scholarship application , official transcript, letter describing pharmacy goals, and financial needs by February 29th.


Please note that we are in the process of updating our website which states that the application is due by March 31st which is in error.

Applications are due by February 29th, 2012.*


4th Annual SellUsedBooks.com Biannual Essay Contest Scholarship

Complete a 500 word essay in order to compete for an award of $1,000  for the winning student. The contest is conducted twice a year (Spring and Fall).


They are currently accepting applications for the Spring 2012 contest and the deadline to enter with an essay submission is April 15, 2012. After that time, they will then begin accepting applications for Fall 2012.

To enter, submit a short essay on the topic "Why I deserve to win this scholarship."

Essay Rules:

  • Essays must be between 300-500 words.
  • Essays must be submitted through the SellUsedBooks.com online form.
  • Open to college or university students 18 and older who are legal residents of the United States.
  • SellUsedBooks.com employees and their relatives are not eligible to win.
  • Students may enter only once per scholarship period.
  • All submitted essays become the property of MyBookDrive, Inc.
  • Winning essays will appear on the SellUsedBooks.com website, along with the author's name.


For more details and to submit your essay, click here
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Wilkes-Barre Women's Organization for Networking Scholarship Competition

The Wilkes-Barre Women's Organization for Networking (WWON) is pleased to announce that they are seeking qualifed applicatins to compete for two scholarship awards. The awards include:

  • WWON Adult Female Scholarship ($250)
  • WWON Member Sponsored Scholarship ($250)

Deadline: October 17th, 2011


For complete details on either scholarship
, please visit http://www.wwon.org.


ARMY NURSE CORPS ASSOCIATION
CAPTAIN JOSHUA M. MCCLIMANS, AN 2012 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Army Nurse Corps Association (ANCA) would like to remind you about the Scholarship Program for baccalaureate or higher degree nursing and anethesia students. In 2012, ANCA will be selecting up to 15 students to receive $3,000 scholarships.

To be eligible, applicants should meet one of the following criteria:
  • Nursing or anesthesia students who plan to enter a component of the US Army and are enrolled in a program not funded by a component of the US Army.
  • Nursing or anethesia students who have previously served in a component of the US Army.
  • Army Nurse Corps officers in a component of the US Army enrolled in a baccalaureate or graduate nursing or nurse anesthesia program not funded by a component of the US Army.
  • Army enlisted soldiers in a component of the US Army enrolled in a baccalaurette nursing program not funded by a component of the US Army.
  • Nursing or anesthesia students whose parent(s), spouse and/or children are or have served in a component of the US Army.
 

For 2012, the scholarship program is named in memory of Captain Joshua M. McClimans, a member of the United States Army Reserve who, in April 2011, gave his life for his country during his deployment to Afghanistan. He was a native of Jamestown, PA and a graduate of the University of Akron School of Nursing in Ohio.

The ANCA 2012 Scholarship Program Guidelines and Application, are available on the ANCA website at http://e-anca.org under the heading "Scholarships". Further information can also be obtained by contacting us at education@e-anca.org


DR. ATHUR J. AND HELEN M. HORVAT
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
 
 
This trust fund was established to provide scholarships for science students. The center for Scholarship Administration , Inc. is the scholarship award facilitator of the scholarship fund.
 
Applications for Scholarship are due by: February 13, 2012
 
To be eligible for the scholarship:
  • Applicants must be high school seniors, current college students, graduate students, or professional students.
  • Applicants must reside in Duryea or within certain surrounding areas specified under the Horvat Foundation rules for at least one year prior to graduating high school.
  • Applicants must be science students. By science students, it is meant a field of study of chemistry, physics, biology, the life sciences, or some other related major leading to a career in the medical or health profession.
  • High school applicants must maintain grades that fall within the top 10% of their class and be participating in an academic cirriculum which would qualify them for acceptance into a science related field.
  • College students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. College applicants must maintain grades that would qualify them for the Dean's list.
  • Family income of qualifying students cannot exceed amounts set by Trustees.  Current adjusted gross income limitations are: $70, 486 for one dependent, $74, 712 for two dependents, and $78, 864 for three or more dependents.

 

For more information on applying for the scholarship, visit http://www.csascholars.org/horvat/

                                                                                                                                                           
ACEC/PA
American Council of Engineering Companies of Pennsylvania

The ACEC/PA is offering at least one $4,000 scholarship, with the possibility of more. To qualify you must:
1. be a U.S. Citizen
2. be a full-time student working toward a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited engineering program
3. meet one or more of the following criteria
    * attend a college in PA
    * be a PA resident
    * serve /have served as an intern with ta PA office of an ACEC/PA member firm

Please complete the application and mail it with your transcripts to:

ACEC/PA
2040 Linglestown Road
Suite 200
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Questions?
Contact Laurie at laurie@acecpa.org or 717-540-6811
 


Scholarships from Sallie Mae

Since 2001, The Sallie Mae Fund has awarded $14.3 million in scholarships to help more than 5,700 students enroll in college.

For more information on Sallie Mae Scholarships, click here.
             
 

Scholarships for Students of Polish Descent

  • The Polish Room Committee Scholarship ($3,000)
  • The Judianne Stanitski Scholarship ($1,000)

The Polish Room Committee Scholarship and the Judianne Stanitski Scholarship welcome applications from Luzerne County Residents. To be considered, applicants must:
 

  • Write a brief description of their polish heritage (family immigration description) and what their heritage means to them.
     

Submit your write-up (along with name, WIN and contact information) to Melanie.Mickelson@wilkes.edu. Be sure to include Polish Heritage Scholarships in the subject of your email.

Deadline for consideration: October 14th, 2011
 



The World Nomads Podcast Documentary Scholarship

The World Nomads Podcast Documentary Scholarship will send a student on assignment to a remote part of Cambodia to visit a Fred Hollows eye camp with unique access to interview the doctors, staff  and local villagers. Under the mentorship of ABC radio journalist Tim Latham, the student will have the opportunity to create their own 15 minute podcast documentary.

World Nomads is passionate about travel and this is the third in our series of educational travel scholarships. To date, we have sent students on a Film Documentary Scholarship to build a primary school in Laipikia region of Kenya and on a Travel Photography Scholarship to Arnhem Land in Australia to attend the indigenous Garma Festival with stunning results.

We are working with key industry partners such as Lonely Planet and National Geographic to make these scholarship opportunities the best in their field. We would appreciate you forwarding this information on to your students (communications/ journalism/media/arts/radio) and lecturers, and also ask that you upload the opportunity onto the relevant section of your website which promotes external opportunities, and of course any other internal marketing platforms you have available.

World Nomads will be offering 4 travel related Scholarships annually and we warmly welcome any feedback or thoughts you might have about our program.

Please don't hesitate to contact me should you require further information.

Kind regards,
Amanda Byrne
Global Programs Manager
The World Nomads Group Limited
Email: amanda@worldnomads.com
Web: www.worldnomads.com
 
 

 
The McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors

The McLean Scholarship for Nursing or Physician Assistant Majors is provided through the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP). The McLean Contributionship established a generous endowment in 1998 to help full-time undergraduate students who are enrolled in a Nursing or Physician’s Assistant program. Click here for more information.


The Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Scholarship for Diversity in Engineering & Information Technology

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. serves customers in technology, energy, healthcare and industrial markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of products, services and solutions, providing atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials and chemical intermediates. The company is the largest global supplier of electronic materials, hydrogen, helium and select performance chemicals. Founded in 1940, Air Products is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. With annual revenues of $10 billion and operations in over 40 countries, the company's 20,000 employees build lasting relationships with their customers and communities based on understanding, integrity and passion. Click here for more information.

The Commonwealth “Good Citizen” Scholarship

The Good Citizen Scholarship is made possible by two endowments established at the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania. These scholarships are reserved for students who have shown an extraordinary commitment to community service and who have demonstrated creativity in shaping their volunteer activities. The selection committee takes great pleasure in choosing scholarship recipients from among the wonderfully talented, caring students attending our member institutions. Each year the choices are difficult, but the results – empowering students to serve their communities – are well worth the effort. Click here for more information.
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iModule Scholarship Program

The iModules Scholarship Program was established in March 2008 to support education. The goal of this program is to reward students with a financial scholarship to assist them in their education pursuit. This program is for prospective and current students in both the secondary (high school) and higher education (college or post graduate) field of study. Application deadline is April 30th. Winning students will be notified by May 1st of each year to assist in upcoming semester planning. Click here for more information.

 

 
The Rose Brader Scholarship Fund

Allied Services has announced the Rose Brader Scholarship Fund. There are three scholarships: one $1,000 and two $500.00 to Luzerne county residents who are pursuing an education in Physical Therapy, Ocupational Therapy, Recreation Therapy, or Speech Therapy at an undergraduate or graduate level and to nurses seeking advanced education and certification in rehabilitation medicine. The scholarships can be used towards tuition or course-related expenses. Applicants must be residents of Luzerne County, a senior in high school and a candidate for a bachelor, master's degree or post graduate studies in the areas mentioned above. Contact the community service office for more information at community.service@wilkes.edu.
 


Undergraduate Academic Computer Science/Computer Engineering Scholarship

$1,000 awarded to a student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Areas of study that will be considered include computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, database management, computer networking, computer programming and information technology management.
Applicants should be pursuing a degree in a Computer Science/Computer Engineering related program including:
 
    * Computer Science (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Computer Engineering (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Computer Information Systems (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Software Engineering (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Information Technology Management (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Networking Technology (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Database Management (Associate Degree Level or Higher)
    * Computer Programming (Associate Degree Level or Higher)

Selection Criteria:  Selection will be based on academic history and extracurricular activities. Degree level and financial need will not be considered.

Requirements:
    * Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent U.S. Resident
    * Must be enrolled (or accepted) in an accredited college or university and planning on continuing the next year
    * Must have a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours still to be completed

How to Apply:
   1. Download the PDF application. (You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to open the application)
   2. Complete all the required information in the PDF (You do not need to print the application)
   3. Click File -> Save As... and name your file Lastname-Firstname-scholarship.pdf Ex: John Doe, Doe-John-scholarship.pdf
   4. Submit the application via email to scholarship@education-portal.com scholarship@education-portal.com


 
The Alumni Association Scholarship

Did one of your parents or grandparents graduate from Wilkes? If so, you are eligible to apply for the Alumni Association Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded annually to a legacy student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The deadline to apply is in early March each year. Students may apply during their sophomore or junior year. A committee of the Alumni Association Board of Directors selects each year’s recipient. Please contact the Office of Alumni Relations with questions or for more information about this scholarship at alumni@wilkes.edu.


 The Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania - Audubon Scholarship

The $500.00 Audubon Scholarshipis available to a Federated Garden Club Member, a Teacher, or a College Student for the Audubon Camp of his or her choice. A Garden Club Member mat receive this scholarship once every five years, The winner is responsible for their own transportation and any increase in fees. The sponsoring Garden Club may pay additional fees if desired. The State Chairman must receive all applications by March 15.

** NOTE:
Scholarships are only awarded to students who plan to further their education in: Agriculture Education, Horticulture, Florticulture, Landscape Design, Conservation, Forestry, Biology, Botany, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Environmental Control, City (Rural & Urban) Planning, Wildlife Science, Habitat or Forest Systems Ecology, Land Management and/or allied subjects.

Current State Chairman:

Mrs. Gladys Dapp
2359 Hillside Avenue
Williamsport, Pa 17701-4268
Phone: 570-323-2180
Email: gdapp@verizon.net

The following is to be included with all applications:
1. Official transcript of academic records including the latest grading period
2. Completed financial need form
3. A letter from the applicant stating special interests, background, goals, financial need, and personal commitment (not to exceed two pages typed)
4. Three reference letters (not to exceed one page typed)
5. The spponsoring Federated Garden Club President must sign the applicatio



SEMA Scholarship 
Scholarship- Outreach to Students
 
SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is giving away money—Scholarship money to students enrolled in automotive studies programs—and we want students to take advantage of this once-a-year opportunity!
 
SEMA Scholarship Program
APPLICATION DEADLINE
 
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund was founded in 1984 to foster leadership in the specialty equipment marketplace and support educational goals for students pursuing careers in the automotive aftermarket. SEMA Scholarships are awarded annually and have been distributed to hundreds of students in support and encouragement of their educational goals.
 
SEMA scholarships awarded in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 totaled $140,000 each year.
 
It is our goal to increase the number of scholarships awarded this year to worthy applicants. Eligible students are encouraged to submit their applications to SEMA no later than Friday, April 20, 2008.
 
Scholarship applications can be printed from the SEMA website:
www.sema.org/scholarships Please go to our website at any time for copies.
 

 

Pennsylvania Nursing ScholarshipApply for the CampusRN - Pennsylvania Nursing Scholarship
Visit CampusRN to apply for the $2500.00 regional scholarship.

 

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