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Scholarship Opportunities
A need-based program providing scholarships for college, graduate school and vocational school to Jewish students who are permanent residents of Los Angeles County. The online application period begins January 4, 2010, and closes March 12, 2010.
Since 1972, Jewish Vocational Service has awarded more than $4 million to over 3,000 financially challenged Jewish students from Los Angeles pursuing higher education. This year alone, JVS is distributing nearly $340,000 to 166 deserving recipients attending colleges, graduate schools and vocational schools around the country. More information is available on our website, www.jvsla.org.
Dr. Denny Ko Future Entrepreneurs Scholarship
Application Period Sept. 2009 - January 15, 2010
California Real Estate Endowment Fund Scholarship Program
The Chancellor’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of 2009-2010 Real Estate Endowment Fund Scholarships for community college students. These awards are available for academically able students who need financial assistance to help meet costs related to enrollment in community college real estate education programs. Eligible students are those majoring in Real Estate, or if a Real Estate major isn’t offered by the college, those majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate.
Maximum scholarship awards are $400 each semester (or the quarter equivalent), not to exceed $800 for the academic year. Awards may be given to part-time and full-time students who have completed at least one college-level real estate course with a grade of C (2.0) or better prior to applying for the scholarship. The campus Financial Aid Director or Scholarship Coordinator is responsible for determining student eligibility for the scholarships and will initiate funding of the award upon the submission of the Real Estate Scholarship Application by the student. Application deadline March 15, 2010.
NCJW/LA Women Helping Women Services Scholarship
The National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles seeks to assist individuals interested in pursuing their academic goals. Our scholarships are awarded without regard to applicants' religious or ethnic backgrounds. Instead, we focus both on each applicant's dedication to their chosen path and their financial need.
If your students have any questions about the scholarship process or other ways in which National Council of Jewish Women can help them, have them contact our Women Helping Women Services Talkline at 323-655-3807 or Toll Free 877-655-3807.
This $1,000 scholarship is for students who are pursuing business related academic degrees. Applicants are reviewed by our selection committee and a top applicant is chosen after the April 1st, 2010 deadline. This opportunity is for both two and four year college programs. Deadline April 1st, 2010.
SPENDonLIFE Scholarship Program
The SPENDonLIFE College Scholarship Program offers financial assistance for college students who are unable to obtain student loans due to the recent credit crunch or their personal credit history. Awards range from $500 to $5,000 a year. Applicants must be enrolled in full-time study. Full details and application materials are available at http://students.spendonlife.com/scholarship
Computer Science and Computer Engineering Academic 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.
* Amount: $1,000
* Number of Awards: One per year
* Deadline: April 1st of each year
Western Union Family Scholarship Program
The Western Union Foundation's Family Scholarship Program is a new initiative for migrants, immigrants and their families. The pilot phase of the program is focused on awarding scholarships to families within the Mexican, Guatemalan and Filipino diaspora in the Los Angeles, California area. The Family Scholarship Program is intended to help two members of the same family move up the economic development ladder through education. Scholarships may be used for tuition for college/university education language acquisition classes, technical/skill training, and/or financial literacy. For example, one family member may request assistance to attend college and the other family member may request assistance to attend English as a Second Language (ESL) course.
P.E.O Scholarships
Female students at West Los Angeles College are likely to be eligible for some of the grants and scholarships funded by PEO, a philanthropic and educational organization. The local PEO Chapter GT, which has members residing in West Los Angeles and Culver City, would be happy to assist women in obtaining educational assistance. Please check their website for more information.
Executive Women International Annual Scholarship Program
The Los Angeles Chapter of Executive Women International awards two scholarships of $2500 each and one scholarship of $ 1000 for a student with special needs. Applications forms outlining eligibility criteria and requirements may be obtained here.
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Tylenol Scholarship
We know that dedicating yourself to healthcare is no small commitment. Taking years of hard work and sacrifice. That's why the makers of TYLENOL are once again proud to offer the TYLENOL Scholarship program—now in its 16th year. This year, up to $350,000 in scholarships will be awarded to our future doctors, nurses and other health professionals. Because we think the people who help us feel better, deserve to feel better, too.
Hispanic College Fund- Scholarship Program:
Eligibility Requirements -
Students Must....
- be Hispanic
- maintain a 3.o Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 scale)
- be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- reside in the U.S. or Puerto Ricobe a current or rising undergraduate (some programs accept grad. students) student or a high school senior enrolling at a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico
- demonstrate financial need
To apply to the scholarship programs please go to http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/applications/
Sallie Mae Fund
TheSallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae®, achieves its mission—to increase access to higher education for America's students—by supporting programs and initiatives that help open doors to higher education, prepare families for their college investment, and bridge the gap when no one else can. In addition, The Sallie Mae Fund encourages employee volunteerism and community service in the more than a dozen communities where Sallie Mae employees live and work. Check website for deadline.