Scholarships in College Sophomore

Christian Education Cooperative Grant

Award: -, Deadline: None

Applicant must get verification from church's pastor; church must supply initial funds.

 

Ministry Scholarship

Award: $60, Deadline: None

Applicant must be a member in good standing of a Baptist church so that they will be able to provide local approval (certification), license, or ordination papers from a Baptist church.

 

NTA Texas - Doug Harman Scholarship

Award: $1,000, Deadline: April 1

Application for the NTA Texas Doug Harman Scholarship, and selection of the recipient, are not made through the Tourism Cares on-line system. Also, the application deadline may differ from the Tourism Cares one. Applications are made through the Tarrant County College Foundation's website. Applicant should be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and a permanent resident of Texas who is planning a career in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry and who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a hospitality-related program of study at Tarrant County College Southeast Campus, pursuing an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Hospitality Management with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant will have completed 30 credit hours by the end of the semester or term and be enrolled for a minimum of 9 semester hours (or three courses) for period of award (fall and spring semesters), and 3.0 GPA is maintained fall semester. For a complete application, the student should submit a signed scholarship application form that is signed, U. S. passport as proof of citizenship, or U. S. Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, Texas drive's license as proof of permanent state residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic and one professional), an official transcript, and an essay. Essay (in required length and format): Discuss what segment of the travel and tourism or hospitality industry your current program of study focuses on. What opportunities are you taking advantage of as you prepare for a career in the industry? Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., and how they tie into your present and future goals. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry. Award will be paid over two semesters.

 

Performing Arts - Dance Scholarship

Award: $1,500, Deadline: None

Applicant must be a full-time student studying dance. Recipient must complete a minimum of one course in dance or one technical crew for a dance production or be a member of at least one of the Cedar Crest Dance Company's dance ensembles per semester. A minimum of one performance in Dance Company of one technical crew for dance must be included each year.

 

Visual Task Force (VTF) Scholarship

Award: $125, Deadline: March 17

Applicant must be a NABJ student member who is currently attending an accredited four-year university or graduate program. Applicant must have declared a concentration in visual journalism with a minimum 2.75 GPA. Experience working on campus newspaper/television studio, and work in an internship program are also requirements.

 

Gerald Boyd/Robin Stone Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: March 17

Applicant must be a NABJ student member who is currently attending an accredited four-year university majoring in print journalism with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

 

Allison E. Fisher Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: March 17

Applicant must be a NABJ student member who is currently attending an accredited four-year university majoring in journalism (print, broadcast), with a minimum 3.0 GPA and participation in community service activities. Recipient will be formally recognized on the NABJ website and in the convention program book in addition to being asked to attend the "Evening with an Angel on a Jazz Note," held in Baltimore, which is the annual fundraiser for this scholarship.

 

Carole Simpson Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: March 17

Applicant must be a NABJ student member who is currently attending an accredited four-year university majoring in broadcast journalism with a minimum 2.5 GPA.

 

Larry Whiteside Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: March 17

Applicant must be an enrolled college student who is a NABJ student member with a minimum 2.5 GPA pursuing a career in sports journalism. Applicant must demonstrate commitment to the field by working for a campus or off-campus media outlet.

 

Olga V. Alexandria (Logan) Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: March 14

Applicant must be a female student majoring in ballet, theatre, business, law, or medicine and who has financial need.

 

Josephine Beam Scholarship

Award: $2,000, Deadline: February 14

Applicant must be matriculated in the College of Engineering or the College of Mines and Earth Sciences.

 

Scholarship for Descendants of Disabled Miners

Award: -, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must be the child and/or grandchild of a disabled miner.

 

Resident College and Departmental Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must be a resident of Utah and a high school senior who has declared a major. Applicant must apply directly to the department of their major.

 

Founder's Day Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: January 18

Applicant must be a current student at the University of Utah with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and who is able to attend the Founders Day Dinner. Official University transcript and a one-page letter of recommendation, and a two-page essay explaining the challenges or difficult circumstances that you have overcome, and the inspirations or life experiences that have had an impact on you are all required to be submitted.

 

Alumni Association Achievement Scholarship

Award: $2,000, Deadline: January 18

Applicant must be a Founders Day Scholarship applicant, which requires current student status at the University and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Official transcript, a one-page recommendation, and a two-page essay explaining the challenges or difficult circumstances you have overcome, and the inspirations or life experiences that have had an impact on you, are all required to be submitted.

 

Beehive Honor Society Undergraduate Scholarship

Award: $1,500, Deadline: February 15

Applicant must be an undergraduate student at the University. Selection will be based upon the applicant's academic excellence, leadership, and service to the school and community.

 

Beehive Honor Legacy Scholarship

Award: $1,500, Deadline: February 15

Applicant must be a Beehive Honor Society's member, member's child, or grandchild. Selection is based upon academic excellence, leadership, and service to the University and community. Official transcript, current resume, a one-page letter of recommendation, and a one-page typed essay are required to be submitted.

 

Emeritus Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must be a former University student who has been away from school for an extended period of time due to circumstances that did not allow completion of a degree. Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, a demonstrated desire to earn a university degree, and have need for financial assistance in order to pursue further education. Application form, transcript, a brief introduction of yourself, and two letters of recommendation are required.

 

Alumni Legacy Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must be the child or grandchild of an University alumni who is a member of the Alumni Association. Academic performance, other scholarships, and community service may be considered in the selection process. Transcript, essay, and letter of recommendation are required to be submitted.

 

Ira & Mary Lou Fulton Scholarship

Award: $4,000, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must currently be a sophomore student at the University who has a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and who plans to be a full-time student during the next academic year. Demonstration of leadership and volunteer service to the University will be major considerations in the selection. Official transcript, a two-page essay, and a one-page letter of recommendation are required to be submitted.

 

Southern Utah Alumni Chapter Scholarship

Award: $2,000, Deadline: February 28

Applicant must be a student who graduated from a Southern Utah high school and is currently attending or is planning to attend the University of Utah. Selection is based upon academic excellence, leadership, and service to the community and school. Application, official high school and/or college transcripts, and a two-page essay are required to be submitted.

 

Congregational Partners in Education Match

Award: $2,500, Deadline: May 1

Applicant must be a full-time student, who is able to receive a scholarship from their congregation, regardless of denomination.

 

Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program (ABLE)

Award: $1,161, Deadline: April 1

Applicant must be an undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program at an eligible private Florida college or university for a minimum of 12 credit hours per term, or the equivalent. Applicant must not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made. FAFSA is required.

 

First Generation Matching Grant Program

Award: -, Deadline: April 1

Applicant must be a degree-seeking, Florida resident who is an undergraduate student with substantial need. In order to be eligible, applicant's parents must not have earned baccalaureate degrees. Applicant must not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made. FAFSA required. For participation and deadline information, applicant should check with post-secondary institution they plan to attend.

 

Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Program (FSAG-CE)

Award: $2,610, Deadline: April 1

Applicant must be a Florida resident who is enrolled for a minimum of 180 clock hours per term (six semester credits) at an eligible participating career center or community college. Applicant must not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made. FAFSA required. For participation and deadline information, applicant should check with post-secondary institution they plan to attend.

 

William L. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG)

Award: $2,500, Deadline: April 1

Applicant must be a resident of Florida who is an undergraduate student attending an eligible private, non-profit Florida college or university. Applicant must not owe a repayment or be in default under any state or federal grant, loan, or scholarship program unless satisfactory arrangements to repay have been made. For participation and deadline information, applicant should check with post-secondary institution they plan to attend. FAFSA is required.

 

Benjamin Namm Memorial Scholarship

Award: $500, Deadline: May 15

Applicant must be a United States citizen or permanent resident who has a minimum 2.3 GPA. Applicant must file the current FAFSA and be able to demonstrate financial need. A personal statement and two letters of recommendation are required to be submitted.

 

Joyce Trowers Scholarship

Award: $500, Deadline: May 15

Applicant must be a Caribbean-American undergraduate student-continuing or transfer who is majoring in applied mathematics, has a minimum 3.5 GPA and is enrolled as a full-time student. Current FAFSA must be filed, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation are required to be submitted.

 

May Lindenberg Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: August 12 (fall); March 16 (spring)

Applicant must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program and is enrolled full-time for at least two semesters. Current FAFSA must be filed, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation must be submitted.

 

Youth Free Expression Project Film Contest

Award: $1,000, Deadline: March 15

Applicant be a United States citizen who is 19 years of age or younger. A filmed message sharing why video games are important to you is required.