Scholarships
Private Scholarships
Some organizations offer educational funding which must be filtered through our office if you are receiving federal aid. Organizations that offer such funds may be (but are not limited to) the following: high school, church, employers (you or your parents), clubs to which you or your parents belong (Rotary, Elks, Daughters of the American Revolution, etc.), organizations for which you have done volunteer work, and possible future employers.
You may also seek private scholarships through web sites such as www.fastweb.com, http://www.scholarshipexperts.com or http://www.zinch.com. DO NOT PAY FOR ASSISTANCE IN FINDING SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL AID. We can offer the same services for free through our office. Please contact Nellie Lee for additional information.
Here are a few available private scholarship opportunities:
| Scholarship | Application | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| 21st Century
Insurance College Scholarship The 21st Century College Scholarship Contest will reward 21 students for their volunteer or non-profit work in their community, their town, or the world. 20 students will win prizes of $550 they can use for college. One grand prize winner will win a $10,000 scholarship for college. |
How to Apply | September 30, 2012 |
| BestOnlineCollege.org
Undergraduate Scholarshp BestOnlineCollege.org is now offering a $1,000 scholarship for undergraduate students seeking financial aid for tuition, books, and educational related costs. |
How to Apply | July 1, 2013 |
| TravelNursing.org
Nursing Education Scholarship TravelNursing.org is happy to provide scholarships for qualifying applicants who are applying to a medical related field or who are currently pursuing further education in the fields of nursing and medicine. |
How to Apply | February 10, 2013 |
| Pediatric Dentist of
Tomorrow Scholarship Dr. Jaren Jensen, Pediatric Dentist of SmileReef, knows firsthand the financial difficulties of getting through college, dentistry school, and specialization school. Through his education, scholarship opportunities like this helped Dr. Jensen to be the kids’ dentist he is today. The Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship will award $500 every year to a student striving at achieve their dream of entering the dental field. |
How to Apply | March 15, 2013 |
| The Quit Smoking
Academic Scholarship The Quit Smoking academic scholarship will award $1,000 to a student who demonstrates academic excellence and a passion and commitment to helping others overcome tobacco or related addictions. |
How to Apply | October 1, 2012 |
| US Military VA Loan
Disability Awareness Scholarship MilitaryVALoan.com is pleased to offer scholarships in support of disability awareness. Every year, a prospective or current college student will be selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship to help with the costs associated with attending school. |
How to Apply | January 10, 2013 (Awarded Annually) |
| Streamline Refinance
Scholarship for Finance & Economics StreamlineRefinance.net is pleased to offer scholarships for students who are currently enrolled in finance, economics, or investment related fields and who are pursuing advanced education in these particular areas. |
How to Apply | December 15, 2012 (Awarded Annually) |
| Mortgage Refinance
Rates Construction & Engineering Scholarship MortgageRefinanceRates.org is happy to provide scholarships for applicants who are currently enrolled in an engineering, construction, or architecture related field and who are pursuing further education in these respectable areas. |
How to Apply | July, 2013 (Awarded Annually) |
| CEO.com CEO of
Tomorrow Scholarship As a source for CEO news and inspiration for chief executives, CEO.com is interested in the success of not only the business leaders of today, but also the CEOs of tomorrow. They are awarding a $2,500 scholarship to students interested in business leadership and/or entrepreneurship. |
How to Apply | July 1, 2013 (Awarded Annually) |
| Vacation Roost
Interactive Marketing Scholarship VacationRoost is the industry leader for vacation rental homes, condos, hotels, and more at over 80 destinations from beach to ski. Our business success depends on online marketing and we are excited to offer this scholarship to the up and coming generation of online marketing professionals. A scholarship of $2,500 is awarded twice per year, once in January and August. |
How to Apply | November 1, 2012 for January Award June 1, 2013 for August Award |
| Iron County Rotary
Scholarship The Cedar City Rotary Club offers four $1,000 scholarships to qualifying students from Iron County Schools, who will be attending Southern Utah University. You may apply within twelve (12) months of attaining High School graduation credits and or acceptance to Southern Utah University. |
Application | |
| SALLIE MAE FUND Available to students enrolled as undergraduate students at a Title IV eligible, approved, accredited, postsecondary, two- or four-year college or university, and meeting program-specific eligibility requirements. |
Application | See application website |
| American Chemical
Society Scholars Program Available to students who have a strong interest in chemistry and desire to pursue a career in a chemically related science. There are 100 new awards available at $2500 to $5000 each. |
Application | |
| John L. Carey
Scholarships Available to students majoring in accounting, finance, or information systems. Must keep a minimum 3.0 GPA. Five scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each. |
Application or Application |
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| National Federation
of the Blind Scholarship Program Available to students who are blind or visually impaired. Scholarships range from $500 to $12,000. |
Application | |
| Attorney-CPA
Foundation Essay Contest For more information on topics and/or an entry form, please visit the application website. |
Application | |
| The
Hispanic College Fund
Scholarship Program Over 15 scholarship opportunities for Hispanic Students ranging from $500 to $10,000. For information on the different scholarship opportunities, see the scholarship program website. |
Web Site | |
| Criminal
Justice & Law Enforcement Degrees Undergraduate Academic Award - A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing any associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement. Areas of study that will be considered include Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, Sociology with Law/Criminal emphasis, Corrections, Computer Forensics, and Forensic Psychology, among others. |
Web Site | April 1st of each year |
| Liberal
Arts & General
Studies Degrees Undergraduate Academic Award - A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Liberal Arts, General Studies, or Humanities. |
Web Site | April 1st of each year |
| Architecture
and Drafting Degrees Undergraduate Academic Award - A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Architecture, Architectural Drafting or Design, or Architectural Engineering. |
Web Site | April 1st of each year |
| Computer
Science and Computer Engineering Degrees Undergraduate Academic Award - A $1,000 academic award given 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. |
Web Site | April 1st of each year |
| Undergraduate
Distance Learning Degrees Undergraduate Academic Award - A $500 academic award given to a student pursuing a distance learning associate or bachelor degree program. Available to all part-time or full-time undergraduate students completing an online degree program. |
Web Site | April 1st of each year |
| AmeriGlide
Achiever Scholarship The AmeriGlide Achiever Scholarship is awarded to one disabled student each semester. It's a merit-based scholarship - applicants submit a 500-word essay and optional references. From the pool of applicant essays, our panel of judges selects one winner each semester to receive a $500 scholarship award. |
Information and Application | |
| AES
Engineers Scholarship The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. $500. |
Information and Application | October 5, 2012 |
| The
Hayes Barnard Paramount Equity Young Entrepeneur Scholarship Hayes Barnard, CEO of Paramount Equity, built Paramount Equity with his two best friends and a small army of selfless people who were committed to helping families save money on the biggest expenses in their lives. The Hayes Barnard Paramount Equity Young Entrepreneur Scholarship, or Y.E.S., gives future entrepreneurs the opportunity to develop their ideas through higher education and help make a difference in the world. |
How to Apply | June 30, 2013 |
| Creative
Bioscience Fitness Scholarship The Fitness Scholarship is designed to encourage and promote a healthier lifestyle and to help college students learn about healthy eating habits early. A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded once per year, once in January. Creative Bioscience is the industry leader for diet supplements and diet support services. Our business success depends on maintaining a positive brand image and delivering a quality product to the market. |
Information and Application | November 1, 2012 |
| MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com
Therapy Professionals Scholarship Medicare Supplemental Insurance is pleased to offer scholarships in support of disability awareness. Every year, a prospective or current college student will be selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship to help with the costs associated with attending school. |
Information and Application | December 15, 2012 |