April Deadlines

Young Leaders Summit (YLS)


High school applicants (Class of 2019):

CLICK HERE for frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the Young Leaders Summit

Volunteer staff applicants:
CLICK HERE for frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the Young Leaders Summit volunteer role opportunities

 

DESCRIPTION

The Young Leaders Summit (YLS) is a free four-day, overnight, college empowerment conference for a diverse cohort of low-income high school juniors, selected through a competitive application process. It is designed to give these young leaders the practical tools they need to successfully apply to top universities, have full access to scholarship and financial aid opportunities, and set a course for academic and career success.


DATE AND LOCATION

  • August 9th – August 12th at The University of Chicago

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Current high school junior, Class of 2019 (senior in the fall of 2018-2019 academic year)
  • 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent based on your school scale
  • Low income, as defined by Pell eligibility
  • Currently attends high school in the United States or a U.S. territory
  • Plans to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a U.S. accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university after high school graduation

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

  • An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 20% of graduating class)
  • Demonstrated leadership ability (as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Create a Profile as a “Student”
  • View “YLS Student Application 2018” Application on your Dashboard

YLS VOLUNTEER STAFF OPPORTUNITIES

Current college undergraduate student, join Young Leaders Summit (YLS) volunteer staff!

2018 YLS Dates and Locations:

  • August 8th – August 12th at The University of Chicago (includes mandatory orientation day).

Apply for one of the following Volunteer YLS Staff positions:

Support Crew

Current freshmen in college who support all logistical components of the program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: preparing and assisting with YLS session set up and execution; transporting, setting up, and breaking down signage and materials; and escorting students, speakers, and volunteers to assigned areas.

Support Crew applicants must pass a background check, and remain on campus for the entire YLS program, including orientation.

Summit Counselors (SCs)

Current college undergraduates responsible for serving as a mentor, supervising and leading their “squad”—a group of 7-8 YLS high school participants- throughout the course of the YLS. SCs serve as the point of contact for their students in the weeks leading up to, furing, and following the YLS program. SCs are responsible for facilitating workshop transitions, leading nightly debriefs with their YLS squad, and assisting with YLS sessions, as needed.

Summit Counselor applicants must pass a background check, and remain on campus for the entire YLS program, including orientation.

Program Leads (PLs)

Current college juniors or seniors who serve as the head coordinators for each YLS program, and as the point-of-contact for the Summit Counselors in the weeks leading up to and throughout the course of the program. The PLs work with YLS professional staff to train SCs and facilitate communication between YLS professional staff and the SCs. Program Leads are responsible for assisting with YLS sessions, reviewing daily schedules and room assignments, leading workshop transitions, facilitating nightly meetings with the SCs and YLS professional staff, and serving as on-site/overnight contact.

PLs must pass a background check, and remain on campus for the entire YLS program, including orientation.

Please Note:  These are unpaid volunteer opportunities. YLC will cover the full cost of food, room and board throughout the conference, including orientation. There are limited available funds to cover travel for staff members to and from the host university, and will be considered on a case by case basis.

 

AKA Educational Advancement Foundation

Undergraduate Scholarships

Scholarships are the primary means by which EAF carries out its mission. The Foundation awards Merit, Financial Need and Youth Partners Accessing Capital (Y.P.A.C.) scholarships.

Merit

Scholarship Eligibility

To be eligible for this one-year one-time only scholarship, the applicant must:

  • Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond;
  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution;
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (“B” average);
  • Demonstrate community service and involvement.

Merit scholarship applications and supporting documents for Undergraduate students are due April 15, 2018. Awards will be announced in August 2018.

Scholarship Application Instructions
Undergraduate Scholarship Fact Sheet
Click here to access the scholarship portal and complete your application

Financial Need

Scholarship Eligibility

To be eligible for this one-year one-time only award, the applicant must:

  • Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond;
  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution;
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (“C+” average);
  • Demonstrate community service and involvement.

Financial Need scholarship applications and supporting documents for Undergraduate students are due April 15, 2018. Awards will be announced in August 2018.

Scholarship Application Instructions
Undergraduate Scholarship Fact Sheet
Click here to access the scholarship portal and complete your application

Graduate Scholarships

Scholarships are the primary means by which EAF carries out its mission. The Foundation awards Merit and Financial Need graduate scholarships.

Merit

Scholarship Eligibility

To be eligible for this one-year one-time only scholarship, the applicant must:

  • Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond;
  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution;
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (“B” average);
  • Demonstrate community service and involvement.

Merit scholarship applications and supporting documents for Graduate students are due August 15, 2018. Awards will be announced by December 2018.

Scholarship Application Instructions
Graduate Scholarship – Community Assistance Award Fact Sheet
Click here to access the scholarship portal and complete your application

Financial Need

Scholarship Eligibility

To be eligible for this one-year one-time only award, the applicant must:

  • Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond;
  • Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution;
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (“C+” average);
  • Demonstrate community service and involvement.

Financial Need scholarship applications and supporting documents for Graduate students are due August 15, 2018. Awards will be announced by December 2018.

Scholarship Application Instructions
Graduate Scholarship – Community Assistance Award Fact Sheet
Click here to access the scholarship portal and complete your application

Youth Partners Accessing Capital (Y.P.A.C.)

Scholarship Eligibility

  • Be a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
  • Be at least a college sophomore
  • Have a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement or extreme financial need
  • Participate in leadership, volunteer, civic or campus activities

Youth P.A.C. scholarship applications and supporting documents were due April 15, 2018. Awards will be announced in August 2018.

Youth P.A.C. Fact Sheet
Youth P.A.C. Application Instructions
Click here to access the scholarship portal and complete your application

 

Science & Human Rights Coalition: 2017 Student Essay Competion

Science & Human Rights Coalition: 2017 Student Essay Competition

30 Apr 2017 -11:59 pm – Submission starts April 1

Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate in the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition Essay Competition. This essay competition was created to inspire students to explore connections between human rights and science, engineering and the health professions. Students may write on any topic at the intersection of science and/or technology with human rights.

Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: 1) Undergraduate student and 2) Graduate student.

The winning students will be recognized at the July 2017 meeting of the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition. Winners of the competition will receive a year of membership in AAAS and a one-year subscription to Science, as well as a travel stipend to attend the Coalition’s meeting, generously provided by the AAAS-Andrew M. Sessler Fund for Science, Education, and Human Rights. Students who receive prizes will be asked to support AAAS stewardship of the Sessler Fund by providing feedback about their experience in the competition. The winning essays will be considered for publication in Professional Ethics Report, a quarterly publication of the AAAS Scientific Responsibility, Human Rights and Law Program.

How to Enter

  1. Submit your essay through the essay competition website which will be open 1 April 2017 through 30 April 2017. Website URL will be available in 2017.
  2. The essay may be submitted in either Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

Eligibility

The competition is open to all undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in a degree program.

Students may be enrolled in any discipline. Students enrolled in life science, physical science, social science, health, engineering or mathematics programs are especially encouraged to participate.

Students may be enrolled in any accredited college or university. There is no geographic restriction.

Submissions should be written in the form of an analytic al or critical paper that raises thought-provoking questions. For example, potential essay topics might include: the applications of a scientific approach or a new technology to address specific human rights concerns; an analysis of synergies between human rights obligations and the social responsibilities of scientists, engineers and /or health professionals; or the ways in which full implementation of the right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress may influence realization of other human rights. These examples are only provided to spark ideas: students are encouraged to write essays that reflect their own ideas, interests, and insights.

Papers written for courses are eligible, but all papers must be the original, unpublished work of an individual student.

Each student may submit only one essay.

Entries must be submitted online through the essay competition website, which will be open from 1 April 12:00 am EDT to 30 April 11:59 pm EDT. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Requirements

Essays should be no more than 1,500 words in length.

A complete bibliography should be included, if appropriate. The bibliography and/or footnotes will not count towards the word limit.

Essays should be typed and double -spaced, in an easily readable font (such as Times New Roman), with 1” margins.

All pages must include the title of the essay and page numbers.

Submissions will be judged anonymously so please do not include any personally identifying information (name, university) in the essay document.

Essays must be submitted in English. Essay Judging

  1. Essays will be evaluated for:
  2. Writing quality and clarity;
  3. Analysis and reasoning;
  4. Originality and creativity;
  5. Depth of knowledge and awareness of important human rights issues and scientific challenges; and
  6. Compliance with the essay competition requirements.
    Judges for the competition will be drawn from among the representatives of AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition Member Associations, as well as Affiliated Individual members of the Coalition. Prominent scientists and engineers from outside the Coalition membership and experienced human rights advocates will also be invited to serve as judges.

Prizes

  1. Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: 1) Undergraduate student and 2) Graduate student.
  2. The winning students will be recognized at the July 2017 meeting of the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition. Winners of the competition will receive a year of membership in AAAS and a one – year subscription to Science, as well as a travel stipend to attend the Coalition’s meeting, generously provided by the AAAS – Andrew M. Sessler Fund for Science, Education, and Human Rights.
  3. Students who receive prizes will be asked to support AAAS stewardship of the Sessler Fund by providing feedback about their experience in the competition.

The winning essays will be considered for publication in Professional Ethics Report, a quarterly publication of the AAAS Scientific Responsibility, Human Rights and Law Program.

How to Enter

  1. Submit your essay through the essay competition website which will be open 1 April 2017 through 30 April 2017. Website URL will be available in 2017.
  2. The essay may be submitted in either Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.

 

AME Church Millennium Scholarship

The Millennium Scholarship was established by the Sixth Episcopal District Lay Organization on March 11, 2000 and will be presented to a worthy young man or woman, of Christian Faith, in the African Methodist Episcopal Church to aid in obtaining a college education. The funds for this scholarship will be administered by the Sixth Episcopal District Lay Organization of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a member of an African Methodist Episcopal Church in the Sixth Episcopal District
  • Must enroll in College as a freshman in the Fall 2017 with courses leading towards a Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Must enroll in courses leading to a Bachelor’s Degree.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed by the scholarship selection committee. The committee’s composition will come from the membership of the Sixth Episcopal District Lay Organization. Committee members will evaluate the applicant’s package in its entirety. The scholarship recipient will receive official notification of the award via mail. All decisions of the committee are final. No materials will be returned. Only complete applications will be considered.

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

A single recipient will be chosen and will receive a Two Thousand Dollar ($2,000.00) scholarship award. The scholarship award will be distributed directly to the student after verification of enrollment for the fall 2017 semester or quarter. Any deviation from this procedure will be at the discretion of the Education Commission. In the event the student is unable to attend in the Fall of this year, the award will be returned to the scholarship fund.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must submit the following materials in one package:

  • Completed application (must be typewritten).
  • The Application Page (page 2) must be typewritten and any additional documents submitted by the applicant.
  • A current official high school transcript (Must submit a copy of SAT/ACT Score Report if not included on the High School Transcript)

A Five Hundred (500) word typed essay (double spaced) on one of the following:

  • Discuss some issue of personal, local, national or international concern and its importance to you.
  • Indicate a person who has had a significant influence on your life, and describe that influence.
  • How will Morris Brown College assist me in achieving my Career Goals?
  • A minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation (one must be someone familiar with the students’ academic performance and potential)

  1. One from your Pastor, Local Lay Organization President, Church School Superintendent or Teacher
  2. One from your High School Teacher, High School Counselor, Administrator

The applicant may, if he or she chooses, submit in writing any information which would enhance the judges’ decision, provided it has not already been covered by the items listed above.

All materials must be postmarked on or before April 30, 2017.

     

    National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program

    NHSC Scholarship Program
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    Accepting applications through April 27, 7:30 p.m. ET

    2017 Application and Program Guidance has the detailed information you need to apply. Please read carefully before you start your Scholarship Program application.

    You can apply to the Scholarship Program if you are committed to primary care and accepted to or enrolled in an accredited U.S. school in one of the following primary care disciplines:

    • Physicians (MD or DO)
    • Dentists
    • Nurse Practitioners (post graduate degree with clinical practice focus)
    • Certified Nurse-Midwives
    • Physician Assistants

    The scholarship pays tuition, fees, other educational costs, and provides a living stipend in return for a commitment to work at least 2 years at an NHSC-approved site in a medically underserved community.

    The Scholarship Program accepts applications once each year. To learn more about how NHSC reviews applications and determines who receives a scholarship, please watch this short video. Applicants chosen to receive the scholarship are notified no later than September 30.

     

     

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    Western Union Foundation Scholarships

    Western Union Foundation Scholarship Program

    The Western Union Foundation Global Scholarship Program, also referred to as WU Scholars, is a program designed to support young people and their efforts to pursue a post-secondary education.

    Selected scholarship recipients will receive USD $2,500 each to contribute toward tuition or school fees at an accredited post-secondary institution and will be selected based on criteria relating to the program’s three pillars: Perseverance, Aspiration, and Community.

    The Institute of International Education, Inc. (IIE), a US private not-for-profit leader in the international exchange of people and ideas, administers the program on behalf of the Western Union Foundation and its contributors.

    The WU Scholars program was created to help give young people a boost toward a better life. The Western Union Foundation believes education is the surest path to economic opportunity. Educational pursuits to gain knowledge and skills for in-demand, 21st century careers are helping people all over the world climb the economic ladder.

    To us, a better education means better employment opportunities. And with better employment opportunities comes improved earning potential. As Western Union CEO Hikmet Ersek says, “Education is powerful. It is the key to change and one key to financial dignity for all.” That financial dignity is what drives a better life for individuals, families, and communities around the world.

    Eligibility Requirements:

    • Scholarships must be used at an accredited post-secondary institution seeking an undergraduate degree.
    • All applicants must be pursuing a degree/field of study in one of the following categories: science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business/entrepreneurship.
    • All applicants for scholarships must be between the ages of 18 – 26 years of age on June 1, 2017.
    • Application must be submitted in English. Translation services may be used to help non-English speakers submit. You will not be penalized for basic errors.
    • Must be able to demonstrate admittance to an accredited post-secondary institution or have applied for admittance.
    • Must provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or professor. If a teacher or professor is unable to submit a recommendation on your behalf, you may also use someone who has supervised you in a youth/community group, volunteer position, job/employment situation, etc.
    • Scholarships must be used on programs resulting in an undergraduate degree. Specialized academic programs (study abroad term, stand-alone language acquisition course, service learning, etc.) are not permitted.
    • Scholarships may not be used for advanced degrees, such as Masters, PhD, JD, etc.
    • Scholarships may be used for tuition or school fees during the academic term immediately following scholarship winner selections (estimated in July). Funds cannot be used for room and board or for school supplies.
    • Immediate family members of controlling officers in Western Union, any of its affiliates and non-affiliated nonprofit entities, or its Agents are not eligible to participate in the scholarship program. All other employees and their family members who meet the other eligibility requirements may apply.

    Timeline:

    • Application Opens: Wednesday, March 8, 2017
    • Application Closes: Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 12:00pm EST
    • Selection & Notification to all Applicants: July 2016

     

    George M Hughes Foundation Scholarship

    George M Hughes Foundation

    Established in 2006, the George M. Hughes Foundation awards three scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors who attend school or reside in North Metro-Atlanta area.The three scholarships are awarded based on scholarship, need and leadership.

    The Foundation was named in honor of George M. Hughes, Sr., an outstanding educator with a lifelong commitment to high achievement for African-American students.

    Archon Hughes, a member of Kappa Boulé, was instrumental in the formation of Delta Upsilon Boulé. Archon George and Archousa Evelyn Hughes hosted the very first gathering of men who would eventually become charter members of the final member Boulé established in the first century of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity.

    Contributions will be used to support the George M. Hughes Foundation and further the goal of supporting the best and brightest African American students in Metro Atlanta.

    George M Hughes Scholarship Documents

    Download the Application

    Click here to download the scholarship application and instructions

    Upload Completed Documents

    Your completed application must include the following documents:

    1. George M. Hughes Foundation Scholarship Application
    2. Official high school transcript
    3. Essay – 2 page, double spaced
    4. (2) letters of reference
    5. Passport or wallet-size headshot photograph

    Click here to submit your George M Hughes Foundation scholarship application documents

    DEADLINE is APRIL 14, 2017


     

    Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships

    CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

    This scholarship fund was established in response to federal cuts in spending for education programs and scholarships. This is the foundation’s first educational program. The CBC Spouses Education scholarship is a national program that awards scholarships to academically talented and highly motivated students who intend to pursue full-time undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degrees. The Educational Scholarship Fund was established in 1988 and has experienced substantial growth. Recipients for this program are selected through volunteers in the district offices of the members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). CBC Members work through local scholarship committees to award money to academically talented and highly motivated students.
    Deadline: April

    CBCF General Mills Health Scholarship

    This scholarship program focusing on health was established in 1998 as the CBC partnered with the naming sponsor, General Mills, to increase the number of minority students pursuing degrees in the fields of medicine, engineering, technology, nutrition and other health-related professions. Since the inception of the program, General Mills has invested more than $1,000,000 to underwrite this initiative. The General Mills Health Scholarship has served hundreds of students over the years, and has helped to create leaders in the medical and health related fields.
    Deadline: February

    CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship

    Established in the year 2000, the CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts scholarship program was developed in honor of the late Curtis Mayfield to ensure that students pursuing a career in the performing arts receive the financial assistance to achieve their goals.
    Deadline: May

    CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship

    The CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship was established in 2006 for students who are pursuing a career in the visual arts.
    Deadline: May

    CBCF Louis Stokes Health Scholars Program

    The Louis Stokes Health Scholars program, sponsored by the United Health Foundation, seeks to increase the number of qualified, yet underrepresented, college students entering the health workforce. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an interest to work in underserved communities. Students currently attending two-year institutions are strongly encouraged to apply.
    Deadline: May

    CBCF Environmental Studies Scholarship

    The Environmental Studies Scholarship seeks to provide financial awards to minority and women college students pursuing a degree in environmental science or other related fields of study. Applicants should have a junior class standing in college with a declared major in environmental science or a related field, and understanding and acceptance of ServiceMaster’s core values. This scholarship offers $5,000 per semester to two students.
    Deadline: July 

    Louis Stokes CBCF Scholarship at Case Western University

    Every year, Case Western Reserve University awards the Louis Stokes CBCF Scholarship at Case Western Reserve University to two outstanding nominees who are nominated by CBC members. Intended to help economically and educationally disadvantaged students attain an education at Case Western Reserve University, the scholarship offers a full-tuition award, renewable for up to five years; a grant of up to $2,500 to cover the purchase of a computer and books; and assistance securing a paid summer internship. This program is open to all first-year students and transfer students from community colleges. In addition to completing an application for admission into Case Western, applicants must complete an additional 250-500 word essay. For additional information, visit the Case Western Reserve Scholarship page

    **Immediate relatives (defined as: one’s parents, step-parents, siblings, spouse, children, step-children, foster children, in-laws, sibling in-laws, grandparents, great grandparents, step-great grandparents, grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews) are not eligible for CBCF scholarship programs**

     

    Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship

    The Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment, Inc., was established in June 2006 to provide scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate degrees at historically black colleges and universities.

    The Joshua David Gardner Memorial Scholarship Endowment also provides free information, workshops and seminars for middle school and high school students and their parents on the college preparation and application process. Information is also provided on financial aid opportunities.

    The endowment was created after the death of our infant son, Joshua David Gardner, as a tribute to his memory and as a way to share our love and hope with others. Through this endowment, we hope to touch the lives of other students by helping them achieve their academic pursuits.

    El & Eugenia Gardner

    SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

    • Open to United States citizens (ages 17-25) who are admitted or enrolled in an accredited four-year historically black college or university in the United States with a minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.8/4.0.
    • Official Academic transcripts from high school or an accredited four-year college or university; Student must be seeking a bachelor’s degree or certificate of completion from an accredited institution and be a full-time or part-time student.
    • Must provide an acceptance letter from the higher learning institution you are planning to attend
    • Students should have ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 1200. Unofficial test score copies are acceptable
    • Three letters of reference must be submitted, one from an academic reference, attesting to the applicant’s character, leadership ability, and academic ability.
    • A 500-word essay on the topic of, “What is the importance of participating in political and social change processes?”
    • A completed application form
    • There are no major or field of study criteria or requirements
    • Funds must be used for tuition, fees, and/or books
    • Scholarship funds are not renewable

    Number of Awards: At least two one-time $2,000 scholarships will be awarded annually.

    Applications are accepted October 30 to April 30. Selected awardees will be notified in writing by May 31. Awards will be disbursed directly to the institution of higher education on or before August 1.

    Applications must be received by April 30.

    Click here to apply…