August Scholarships
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Deadline | Scholarship | Web Address | Award Amount | Address | Phone/Email | Requirements | DACA Only? | Can Graduate Students Apply? | Major? |
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| Aug 1 | Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation Scholarship | https://www.patsyminkfoundation.org/education-support-application | Up to $5000 | Patsy Takemoto Mink Foundation PO Box 769 Granby, MA 0103 | Not Provided | must be a woman, at least 17 years of age must be a mother, with minor children must be pursuing a vocational degree/certificate; or an associate's degree; or a first bachelor's degree; or a professional/master's/doctoral degree.. must be enrolled in a not-for-profit, accredited institution or program during the 2018-19 academic year. must be low-income (annual family income less than $20,000 for a family of 2; less than $24,000 for a family of 3; less than $28,000 for a family of 4) | Yes | ||
| August 15 | Educational Advancement Foundation INC. Alpha Kappa Alpha Graduate Scholarships | https://akaeaf.org/scholarships | Not Provided | Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation, Inc. 5656 South Stony Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60637 | Office: 800-653-6528 or 773-947-0026 Fax: 773-947-0277 Email: akaeaf@akaeaf.net | To be eligible for this one-year one-time only scholarship, the applicant must: Be a full-time Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution; Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 ("B" average) for Merit scholarship; Minimum GPA of 2.5 (C+) for Financial Assistance Demonstrate community service and involvement. Resume, Documentation of Project/Research, scholarly pursuit etc. | Yes | Any | |
| August 12 | AIChE Minority Affairs Committee's Minority Scholarship Awards for College Students | http://www.aiche.org/community/awards/minority-affairs-committees-minority-scholarship-awards-college-students | $1,000 | Contact: 120 Wall Street, FL 23 New York, NY 10005-4020 | Ph: (800) 242-4363 Ph: (212) 591-7338 Email: awards@aiche.org bryad@aiche.org | -Undergraduates in chemical engineering during the current academic year -Minority group that is under-represented -Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 -Applicant’s financial need as outlined in his/her EFC (Expected Family Contribution). -A resume -Unofficial copy of student transcript -A letter of recommendation from the AIChE student chapter advisor, department chair, or chemical engineering faculty member. -Must submit essay outlining career objectives (300 words, see website for essay requirements) (See Website) | No | Industrial Engineer | |
| August 25 | Coffee for Less Scholarship | http://www.coffeeforless.com/scholarship#urscholarship-1 | $500 | 250 South 18th Street Suite 802 | Philadelphia, PA 19103 | Email: Info@CoffeeForLess.com Ph: 800-261-2859 | *Must be aged 18-25 and enrolled in an accredited college or university **Candidates will have the opportunity to compete once in January and again in September for the scholarship, but will only be eligible to win the scholarship once *Submit an essay of no more than 500 words on the subjects of the importance of education in your life and how the scholarship money will assist your goals *Bonus points will be awarded to those students who find a creative way to include their passion for coffee within their essay without losing sight of the primary topic *Applicant Essays are to be submitted to CoffeeForLess.com via email at: info@coffeeforless.com | |||
| August 30 | COFEM Scholarship | https://www.cofem.org/scholarships-becas | $500, $1,000 | 125 Paseo de La Plaza, 5th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90012 USA | lzarazua@cofem.org 213-451-0035 | Applicants must be considered undocumented or must benefit from AB-540 or DACA. Also can be a member or be related to a member of a COFEM-affiliated federation or club. Must be a full-time student, enrolled in at least 12 units at a 4-year institution or 2-year community college. Proof of admission and registration required. Have a minimum GPA of 2.8 Demonstrate need for financial assistance. Complete 2019-2020 applications for FAFSA, DREAM ACT, or BOG waiver and submit proof. (Print last page of application stipulating the expected Family Contribution [EFC]. This is not a condition for funding, but is highly encouraged). Demonstrate involvement in the community and/or work experience. Must attend school in the following counties: Los Angeles or Orange. Attend mandatory 2019 Annual Scholarship Reception in November 2019 (exact date to be determined). Students attending college outside LA County are expected to make travel arrangements to ensure their attendance at the reception. If necessary, COFEM can provide student with a letter to notify professor to excuse them from class or any other work or educational requirement. (Exceptions based on emergencies are discretionary and student's parent may be allowed to represent the student during ceremony). Scholarship recipients are encouraged to volunteer 20 hours (Community College) or 40 hours (4-year College/University) with COFEM. This is part a year-long opportunity for professional development that includes involvement with administration, communications, or community organizing. There are many networking and professional opportunities on weekends such as COFEM’s annual events, immigration rallies, DACA clinics, and Citizenship Fairs. Families of the Board of Directors and/or COFEM staff are not allowed to apply. Any student that has demonstrated commitment to advancing their leadership and professional skills and has complied with the development opportunities at COFEM can apply to this scholarship for a maximum of 4 consecutive years. AB-540 / DACA students are strongly encouraged to apply. COFEM has the right to request proof of income for selected recipients. | No | No | Any |
| August 31 | The Clubs of America Scholarship Award for Career Success | http://www.greatclubs.com/scholarship-award-for-career-success.asp | $1,000 | Clubs of America 484 Wegner Road Lakemoor, IL 60051 U.S.A | Phone: 1-800-800-9122 Email: scholarship@greatclubs.com | Any current college student of an accredited U.S. college or university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 is welcome to apply. Eligible students will: Write an essay of no fewer than 600 words about their career aspirations and how their current course load will help them achieve success in their careers. Where do you see yourself 10 years from now? Thinking outside the box is encouraged! Email their essay as a .doc or .pdf attachment to: scholarship@greatclubs.com YouTube submissions are optional, although not required. Video should be no longer than 5 minutes. (Essays submitted via YouTube must also be submitted in writing.) | Yes | Any | |
| August 31 | Modern Abstract Decor Creative Scholarship Opportunity | http://www.modernabstractdecor.com/art-student-scholarship | Varies | 1305 Monmouth Ave. Cincinnati, Ohio 45225 | Phone: 801-763-9093 Email: info@moderncrowd.com | * For any graduating seniors looking to enroll in an arts program, as well as any students currently enrolled (full-time or part-time) in an arts program at a college, trade school or university in the United States of America is * Must describe in ~500-1000 words your unique plan to turn your artistic passion into a profitable business. *Post your plan to a website or blog *Fill out application and notify Modern Abstract Decor of your submission. | |||
| August 23 | IME Becas | https://bit.ly/IMEBecasACF | $2,500 | Applicants must reside in Arizona and be of Mexican nationality or heritage Must submit letters of recommendation, a copy of most recent transcripts, proof of Mexican nationality or heritage and a short essay Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher Demonstrate need for financial assistance, not eligible for FASFA grants or loans. Must demonstrate leadership skills. Complete 2019-2020 applications for FAFSA, DREAM ACT, or BOG waiver and submit proof. (Print last page of application stipulating the expected Family Contribution [EFC]. This is not a condition for funding, but is highly encouraged). Demonstrate involvement in the community and/or work experience. Must attend school in the following counties: Los Angeles or Orange. Attend mandatory 2019 Annual Scholarship Reception in November 2019 (exact date to be determined). Students attending college outside LA County are expected to make travel arrangements to ensure their attendance at the reception. If necessary, COFEM can provide student with a letter to notify professor to excuse them from class or any other work or educational requirement. (Exceptions based on emergencies are discretionary and student's parent may be allowed to represent the student during ceremony). Scholarship recipients are encouraged to volunteer 20 hours (Community College) or 40 hours (4-year College/University) with COFEM. This is part a year-long opportunity for professional development that includes involvement with administration, communications, or community organizing. There are many networking and professional opportunities on weekends such as COFEM’s annual events, immigration rallies, DACA clinics, and Citizenship Fairs. Families of the Board of Directors and/or COFEM staff are not allowed to apply. Any student that has demonstrated commitment to advancing their leadership and professional skills and has complied with the development opportunities at COFEM can apply to this scholarship for a maximum of 4 consecutive years. AB-540 / DACA students are strongly encouraged to apply. COFEM has the right to request proof of income for selected recipients. | Yes | Any Major |