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Achievement Scholarship Program
Achievement Scholarship Program
Grantor: AXA Foundation in association with U.S. News and World Report
Eligibility: High school seniors
Grant Type: Student Scholarship
Regional Restrictions: United States
Application Deadline: 15-Dec-06
Description: AXA scholarship recipients demonstrate an ability to achieve in college, drive and dedication, a commitment to success, and respect for themselves, their families, and their communities. These characteristics are demonstrated by outstanding achievement in an activity at school, in the workplace, or within the community. Each applicant must be recommended by an adult professional who can speak to the student's achievement.
Award: 52 winners each receive a $10,000 scholarship. Ten of these students will be selected to receive an additional award of $15,000, a computer, and an offer of an internship with AXA Financial.
Contact Information:
AXA Achievement Scholarship Program, Scholarship Management Services, CSFA, 1505 Riverview Road, P.O. Box 297, St. Peter, MN 56082
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Davidson Fellows Award
Davidson Fellows Award
Grantor: Davidson Institute
Eligibility: Students under the age of 18
Grant Type: Student Scholarship
Regional Restrictions: United States
Application Deadline: 14-Mar-07
Description: The purpose of this scholarship/award is to recognize outstanding achievements of young people who demonstrate the development of their talents with a significant piece of work in one of the following areas: math, science, technology, or the humantites. There is also an award for students who show significant talent using a combination of these areas. Deadline Details: January 12, 2007 (preliminary application for Outside the Box). February 14-March 14, 2007 (preliminary overview submission form due for all categories except Outside the Box)
Award: Scholarships are awarded in three amounts: $10,000, $25,000, and $50,000.
Contact Information:
The Davidson Institute for Talent Development, ATTN: The Davidson Fellows Award , 9665 Gateway Drive, Suite B Reno, Nevada 89511; telephone: 775-852-DITD
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Global Action Awards
Global Action Awards
Grantor: NetAid
Eligibility: High school students living in the United States.
Grant Type: Contest for Educators/Students
Regional Restrictions: United States
Application Deadline: 30-Nov-06
Description: This award recognizes exceptional young leaders who have engaged in projects related to world hunger, health, human rights, education, etc. Projects must demonstrate innovation, cooperation, leadership, inspiration, and impact.
Award: Honorees receive $5,000 for their higher education or a charitable cause of their choice.
Contact Information:
NetAid Global Action Awards, email: gaa@netaid.org.
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New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships
New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships
Provided By: NYS Education Department
Deadline: Varies
Award Amount: $1000-$5000
Awards Available:Varies
Website: Click here to view the website
Description:
Students pursuing a career in one of several professions may be eligible to apply for the New York State Regents Professional Opportunity Scholarships. Upon completion of study, the student must work as a licensed professional 1 year for each annual payment received. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 per year for up to 4 years of study or up to 5 years in certain programs. Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate or graduate students, depending on the program.
Eligibility:
Students must: 1) study full time and be matriculated in an approved program of study in New York State; and 2) be New York State residents. Selection is Based Upon the Following Priorities: A) those who are economically disadvantaged and who are members of a minority group historically underrepresented in their chosen profession; and B) those who are members of a minority group historically underrepresented in the chosen profession.
Contact Information:
NYS Education Department
Bureau of HEOP/VATEA/Scholarships
Education Building Addition, Room 1071
Albany, New York 12234
Phone: 518-486-1319
http://www.netaid.org/global_action_awards/
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Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition
Young Epidemiology Scholars Competition
Grantor: College Board in partnership with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Eligibility: Teachers of epidemiology and high school juniors and seniors (Home-schooled students also are eligible).
Grant Type: Contest for Students
Regional Restrictions: United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Midway, Wake Island, or the Mariana Islands.
Application Deadline: 01-Feb-07
Description: Epidemiology is the study of causes of illness and injury by studying patterns in their occurrences. This award is for juniors and seniors in high school for original research in the field.
Award: Awards will total $456,000, including two $50,000 college scholarships.
Contact Information:
Jennifer Topiel at the College Board, (212) 713-8052 or Maureen Cozine at The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, (609) 627-5937
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