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Summer Program Opportunities
March 2, 2017
CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC)
Applications for the 2017 CDC Museum Disease Detective Camp are now open. Please click here to read the Camp FAQ. There you will find the application download. The CDC Disease Detective Camp is an educational program started by CDC′s David J. Sencer CDC Museum in 2005 as a mechanism for developing a public health camp curriculum for state and county health departments. The camp is open to upcoming high school juniors and seniors and is held at CDC’s headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
http://www.cdc.gov/museum/camp/detective/
High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program (HiSTEP)
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training & Education and Office of Scientific Workforce Diversity announce the new High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program (HiSTEP). The goal of HiSTEP is to expand the pipeline of students interested in biomedical and healthcare careers by expanding opportunities for high school students from schools with a large population of financially-disadvantaged students. We encourage current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in STEM-M (science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medically-related) fields to apply.
HiSTEP students will take part in a 5-week, full-time summer internship. The internship will be located on the main NIH campus in Bethesda, MD. HiSTEP students will explore the breadth of the scientific enterprise, the importance of biomedical research, and many STEM-M careers. They will complete workshops, lectures, and hands-on activities. Students will receive Transhare benefits to cover the cost of public transportation and a stipend of $2150 for the 5-week internship. Please visit the program’s website for more information and application: https://www.training.nih.gov/histep.
Diversity in Vision Research and Ophthalmology (DIVRO) summer internship program.
The National Eye Institute (NEI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking exceptional candidates for its Diversity in Vision Research and Ophthalmology (DIVRO) summer internship program. The mission of the NEI is to conduct and support research that helps prevent and treat eye diseases and other visual disorders. Because we believe that a diverse group of scientists plays a crucial role in accomplishing this mission, NEI seeks to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in vision research by promoting career development opportunities for science students interested in pursuing a career in research or medicine.
The DIVRO program offers each participant the opportunity to work closely with leading research scientists in the Division of Intramural Research and provides students with hands-on training in a research environment that will prepare them to continue their studies and advance their careers in basic and clinical research.
The program supports students age sixteen and over who are enrolled at least half-time in high school or in an accredited U.S. college or university and have completed course work relevant to biomedical, behavioral, or statistical research. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and should have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) or science course GPA of 3.2 or better. Interns typically work 8-12 weeks at the NIH campus in Bethesda, MD or at the Twinbrook facility at Fishers Lane in Rockville, MD. Internships may begin between mid-May and the beginning of July. Stipend is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Interested candidates must apply through the NIH Summer Internship Program at www.training.nih.gov/programs/sip and indicate the following information:
- For Question #9 of the on-line application, Preferred Institute/Center (IC): National Eye Institute (NEI)
- In your Cover Letter, please indicate your interest in the DIVRO program.
The National Science Foundation’s Historically Black Colleges and University Undergraduate Program (HBCU-UP) seeks to enhance the quality of undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities as a means to broaden participation in the Nation’s STEM workforce. The program provides support for the implementation of comprehensive institutional strategies to strengthen STEM teaching and learning in ways that improve access to and retention of underrepresented groups in STEM disciplines.
The Summer Enrichment Institute is designed to provide students with a structured environment customized to enhance their academic performance in STEM courses and to expose them to the various STEM Careers. High school students participate in a variety of fun-filled, exciting and challenging activities that focus primarily on academic development, career development, and mentoring.
Activities are conducted using interactive group discussions, games, cooperative learning strategies, computer labs, invited guest speakers, field experiences, role playing, and hands-on approaches to help students apply a given strategy or concept.
SEI Enrollment Requirements: Underrepresented Minority (African American, Hispanic, Native American, female, etc…) Rising sophomore, junior or senior in high school with at least a 3.0 GPA Commitment to completing SEI.
This program has 9 participating institutions:
- Clark Atlanta University (Lead)
- Lawson State Community College (Lead)
- Atlanta Metropolitan College
- Georgia State University
- J.F. Drake State Technical College
- Morehouse College
- Paine College
- Spelman College
- University of West Georgia
Please visit the program’s website for additional information and application: http://www.cadgraph.ehost.com/.
The AgDiscovery Summer Program is an outreach program to help students learn about careers in agriculture and related sciences, including animal science, veterinary medicine, agribusiness and plant pathology. This 2-3 week program allows participants to live on a college campus and learn about Agricultural science from university professors, practicing veterinarians and professionals working for the U.S. Government. Students chosen to participate in AgDiscovery will gain experience through hands-on labs, workshops, field trips and other group and team building activities. Please visit the program’s website for additional information and application: http://www.tuskegee.edu/agritrek/agdiscovery_overview.aspx.
The Tuskegee University AgriTREK and SciTREK Summer Institutes are residential two -week summer outreach experiences in agricultural and related sciences, including engineering, biology, chemistry and more, that allow high school students the opportunity to gain valuable educational and career information through leadership training and experiential learning. Please visit the program’s website for additional information and application: http://www.tuskegee.edu/agritrek/agritrekscitrek_overview.aspx.
Application Requirements
- Individuals can access the applications for AgriTREK/SciTREK and AgDiscovery below.
- ALL applications (must be complete and signed) and supplemental documents should be received by the deadline. Selectees will be notified on or before April 30 if selected.
- The programs will be held June 4-17, 2017.
***Please check back for application availability in early December for the summer 2017 program*** (http://www.tuskegee.edu/agritrek/how_to_apply.aspx)
Channeling Atmospheric Research into Educational Experiences Reaching Students (CAREERS) is a national program. CAREERS consist of a network of summer science camps with a primary focus on Atmospheric/Weather and Climate Sciences for high school (HS) students.
The weather camp is supported by funds from the NOAA Educational Partnership Program for Minority Serving Institutions (EPP/MSI) through the NOAA Center for Atmospheric Sciences (NCAS) at Howard University. NCAS CAREERS Weather Camps are free of charge.
Participating Institution(s):
- Howard University (Lead)
- Jackson State University
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
- Universidad de Puerto Rico, Mayagüez
- University of Texas, El Paso
Please visit the program’s website for additional information and application: http://ncas.howard.edu/outreach-programs/weather-camp/.
Auburn University hosts over 100 summer programs designed to educate and inspire youth in a variety of academic, athletic, and extracurricular endeavors. Participants have the opportunity to further their education and skills while making new friends and experiencing life at Auburn University!
Participants will meet students from across the country while experiencing life at Auburn first-hand. The program has hosted over 630 students from 30 states, the Caribbean, and Europe.
Camp tuition fees are all inclusive and cover all instruction, housing, meals, transportation fees, recreational activities, as well as a camp t-shirt and photo.
Some of the Academic Enrichment Camps at AU are:
- AU Brain Camp
- Aviation Camp
- Computer Science For All Girls (CS4ALL-G) Camp
- COSAM Robotics Academy
- COSAM Science Matters
- COSAM Summer Science Institute
- Cyber Security Engineering Camp
- Dance Intensive
- Engineering: Alabama Power Academic Excellence Program (for incoming freshmen)
- Engineering: SR TIGERS Engineering Camp
- Engineering: Women in Engineering Camp
- Fisheries and Aquaculture Camp
- Food Science Camp
- Forestry Camp
- Jr. Sports Science Camp
- Musical Theatre Camp
- Robotics and Game Development
- Veterinary Camps: JR and SR
Please visit the program’s website for more detailed information and application: http://www.auburn.edu/outreach/opce/auburnyouthprograms/
The Institute on Neuroscience (ION/Teach) is an eight-week summer program, sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and hosted by Georgia State University, Emory University, and the Yerkes National Primate Research Center. The program is seeking high school students who excel in science, as well as for middle and high school teachers.
The program will kick off with a Saturday workshop in May (date to be determined). Then during a 1-week introductory curriculum, ION Scholars (both students and teachers) learn about neuroscience through hands-on activities, discussions and readings directed by faculty members, post-doctoral researchers and undergraduate and graduate students. Scholars may also visit research facilities to learn about various techniques, such as positron emission tomography (PET) scanning or electron microscopy. Special workshops throughout the summer focus on scientific communication, science and society, scientific ethics and special topics in neuroscience. Teachers will devote Friday mornings to lesson plan development, while students focus on scientific writing.
Please visit the program’s website for more detailed information and application: http://www.cbn-atl.org/education/ion.shtml.
Veterinarian Science Scholarship
February 24, 2017
Click to Apply to the Veterinarian Science Scholarship
- INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
- Applicant must be pursuing a degree related to veterinary science within the United States.
- Applicant must plan to attend college by the fall semester of 2017.
- Applicant must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0.
- A transcript must be attached to application for consideration.
- Applicant must submit an un-opened copy of official transcripts if selected as a finalist.
- This scholarship is a one-time award worth $500 to be awarded the fall semester of 2017.
- Although not required, applicant is encouraged to submit letters of recommendation and/or resumes that substantiate his or her application.
- Applicant will be required to demonstrate his or her merit and need for this scholarship.
Mesothelioma.net Scholarship
February 23, 2017
Announcing a New Scholarship For Students Impacted By Mesothelioma
College students living with mesothelioma face many challenges for completing their education because of the cost of treatment along with the debilitating symptoms they may suffer from this health condition. Even caring for a loved one with this medical condition leaves students dealing with constraints that make it harder to attend school without worries. Fortunately, Mesothelioma.net has issued a scholarship that makes it possible to alleviate some of the financial burden for students who strive to accomplish their dreams despite their challenges.
Determine Eligibility
It is important to note that every student who has battled some type of cancer is eligible to apply. Students who have watched a close family member or friend fight against cancer are also encouraged to apply for this opportunity since the emotional and financial toll taken by long-term health problems also affects their ability to complete school without assistance.
To apply:
- students must currently be enrolled in a two-year, four-year community college or university within the United States of America.
- applicants must have a current GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Currently, the organization is currently accepting applications for the next fall semester with a deadline of August 15, 2017. One student each fall will be awarded a $2,000 scholarship to help with the costs of their education.
Write a Life Experience Essay
The most important part of the application process involves writing a personal essay that details the experiences one has had with cancer. Students should include details about how this experience has shaped their life, any challenges that they have had to overcome and their hopes for the future. Since many other people are also applying, students should feel free to put their emotions into this piece to give a full picture of how the award will impact their future both while still in school and beyond. As a part of this essay, personal information such as the applicant’s name, address, phone number and current school should also be included.
Gather Additional Information and Documentation
As with any academic award application, students will need to demonstrate proof of their eligibility. Therefore, students will need to submit a letter on official school letterhead that proves they are enrolled full-time at an academic institution. A transcript is also required that proves good academic standing for the prior semester. Students will also need to send in two letters of recommendation that provide an explanation of why they are deserving of the award. If a student has other achievements such as athletic or academic awards, volunteer work or honors, then they should also include information detailing what makes them stand out among others.
Once the entire application has been submitted, the organization will review it along with all others that are received. Then they will issue the award to one deserving student who they determine most demonstrates strength in adversity and a desire to help others. Through this assistance, the primary goal is to raise awareness of the impact of cancer while helping a special student achieve their dreams.
Positive Athletes Georgia Scholarships
February 23, 2017
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Positive Athlete Georgia Announces $22,000 in College Scholarships
For the fourth consecutive year, Positive Athlete Georgia, an organization started by former UGA Football star and Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward, will be awarding $22,000 in college scholarships to Georgia high school student-athletes based more on their character than their athletic performance. Nominating an athlete is a very simple process done online at Positive Athlete Georgia’s Website (link), and athletes can be nominated by parents, coaches, teachers, administrators or fans of high school student- athletes grades 9-12. We are looking for athletes who have overcome difficult circumstances, given back to their schools and communities, or just have an infectious positive attitude.
Click here to nominate a student…
2016-17 Positive Athlete Georgia Scholarships
Delta Air Lines Scholarships – ($5,000) – Two, $2,500 College Scholarships available to student-athletes state-wide in Georgia who helped make their school or community they live in a better place.
SunTrust Bank “onUp Award” – ($1,000) – Given to an athlete in the state of Georgia who took steps to focus on what matters to their high school and community.
Northside Hospital “Leadership Awards” ($4,000) – Four, $1,000 college scholarships given to student-athletes who have shown exceptional leadership skills at their school and in their community. (Note: Available for the following regions: Cobb County, Northwest Atlanta, North Atlanta, and Atlanta/DeKalb).
LGE Community Credit Union – “Extra Credit Awards” ( $2,000) – Two, $1,000 college scholarships given to the high school student-athlete who goes above and beyond for their team, school and community to make the world a better place. (Note: Available in the following regions: Cobb County and Northwest Atlanta).
WellStar Health System – “Positive Athlete School Wellness Counselors Award” ( $6,000) – Six $1,000 college scholarships given to the WellStar Wellness Counselors who truly symbolize the importance of exercising, healthy life-styles, and being a Positive Athlete. (Note: Available in Cobb County, Northwest Atlanta, North Atlanta, Atlanta DeKalb, South Atlanta and West Georgia).
Cobb EMC “Positive Energy Award” ($1,000) – Given to a Cobb County student-athlete who brought positive energy to every practice and competition.
Gwinnett Medical Center ($2,000) – Comeback Player of the Year Awards” – Two, $1,000 college scholarships given to a Gwinnett County male and female student-athlete who overcame and returned from a game-changing injury or illness that affected their athletic participation, while demonstrating competitive achievement, sportsmanship, ethical behavior and strong academics.
Forsyth County Slugfest Scholarship ($1,000) – Given to a Forsyth County student-athlete who has made a positive difference in the Forsyth County community.
SPECIAL AWARD FOR SUNTRUST BANK “MOST POSITIVE BOOSTER CLUB” ($4,000)
A $4,000 donation will be made to the Georgia High School Booster Club who best supports the Positive Athlete Georgia movement. (Ask your high school Athletic Director for more information).
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships
February 22, 2017Please visit our FAQ page for details on applying for our scholarships. For general information, contact scholarships@cbcfinc.org or 202-263-2800.
Please note: 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) of a CBC Member, a CBC Spouse, a staff person of a CBC Member or Spouse, CBCF staff, a member of the CBCF Board of Directors, Member of CBCF, Corporate Advisory Council Member of CBCF, or any CBCF-sponsoring entity are not eligible for CBCF scholarship programs.
VIP Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS) Program
February 20, 2017
The VIP Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS) program is sponsored by Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP), a leading provider of technology solutions that drive enterprise performance. The WITS program is made available annually to women across the United States.
Eligibility: At the time of award, students must be enrolled at, or accepted into, either a two or four-year college or university within the United States for the 2017 school year. These individuals must be planning a career in computer science, information technology, management information systems, computer engineering, or another related field.*
Awards: The 2017 WITS program will grant multiple scholarship awards that value up to $2,500 per recipient.
Evaluation Criteria: The scholarship is based on three important criteria:
A cumulative 3.0 grade point average or higher Thoughtful answer to the essay question Level of participation in community service and/or extracurricular activities
Application Instructions: After reviewing the application on page 2 of this document, provide the information requested on a separate sheet of paper. If submitting via email, please use PDF or Word formats only. Failure to submit all requested information will result in disqualification.
Please include the following items:
Personal information (page 2 of this document) Unofficial transcripts Response to essay question Applicant summary Community service/extracurricular activities
Deadline: All applications must be emailed to WITS@trustvip.com or postmarked by March 1, 2017. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted. If mailing your application, please use the following address:
Attn: WITS Program Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) 80 Iron Point Circle #100 Folsom, CA 95630
Email WITS@trustvip.com with questions.
National Association of Business and Professional Women’s Scholarship
February 16, 2017
- AFRICAN AMERICAN GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR
- CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) OF 3.0 OR ABOVE ON A 4.0 SCALE BY FEBRUARY 1ST IN THE YEAR OF GRADUATION
- UNITED STATES CITIZEN
- COMPLETE THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ONLINE
- SUBMIT A TYPED ESSAY OF NO LESS THAN 300 WORDS ON THE TOPIC: “EXPLAIN THE BENEFITS YOU HAVE GAINED THROUGH THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF TWO (2) TRAILBLAZERS OF AFRICAN DECENT (PAST AND OR CONTEMPORARY)AND HOW IT HAS BENEFITED YOU AS PERSON.”
- FILING PERIOD: JANUARY 1ST THROUGH MARCH 1ST APPLICATION
- DR. JULIANNE MALVEAUX SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
- AFRICAN AMERICAN FEMALE
- COLLEGE SOPHOMORE OR JUNIOR ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
- MAJORS IN JOURNALISM, ECONOMICS OR RELATED FIELD (PUBLIC POLICY, CREATIVE WRITING, ETC.)
- CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) OF 3.0 OR ABOVE ON A 4.0 SCALE
- UNITED STATES CITIZEN
- COMPLETE THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE
- SUBMIT A 1000 WORD ESSAY ON THE TOPIC: YOUR CAREER PLANS AND THEIR RELEVANCE TO THE DR. JULIANNE MALVEAUX PROGRAM THEME: “BLACK WOMEN’S HANDS CAN ROCK THE WORLD”
FILING PERIOD: JANUARY1ST THROUGH MARCH 1ST APPLICATION
THE DR. BLANCA MOORE-VELEZ WOMAN OF SUBSTANCE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
- AFRICAN AMERICAN FEMALE – AGE 35+
- UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT ENROLLED IN AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
- CUMULATIVE GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) 3.0 OR ABOVE ON A 4.0 SCALE BY FEBRUARY 1ST
- UNITED STATES CITIZEN
- COMPLETE THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION ONLINE
- SUBMIT A 500 WORD ESSAY – TOPIC: “CHALLENGES TO THE MATURE STUDENT AND HOW I OVERCAME THEM”
- FILING PERIOD: JANUARY 1ST THROUGH MARCH 1ST APPLICATION
THE PEOLA SMITH-SMITH EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
- PLAN TO MAJOR IN EDUCATION “B” AVERAGE OR ABOVE
- MUST HAVE SHOWN LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
- MEMBER OF NANBPWC INC.
- GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR OR COLLEGE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT
- COMPLETE THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM ONLINE
- SUBMIT A TYPED ESSAY OF NO LESS THAN 300 WORDS ON THE TOPIC: “WHY EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT TO ME”
- FILING PERIOD: JANUARY 1ST THROUGH MARCH 1ST IN THE YEAR OF GRADUATION
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
National Hook-Up of Black Women Scholarship
February 16, 2017National Hook-Up of Black Women (NHBW), Inc. Scholarship Program
The National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc is a non-profit 501c3 organization founded in 1974. NHBW, Inc. works to improve the quality of life, facilitate preservation, achieve self-empowerment, and promote economic development. Membership reflects a diversity of women from varied business, professional and community disciplines crossing all economic, social, and educational levels.
Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission (SCHCC) Scholarship Program
Since 2008, the Silver Cross Healthy Community Commission Scholarship Program has supplied over 2.15 million dollars in scholarships and grants to create a stronger, healthier future for the residents of the eastside of Joliet. (Only students who live in zip codes: 60432, 60433, 60436, and Lockport Grade School District #89 60441 are eligible for this SCHCC Scholarship).
Senior High School Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be a college-bound high school senior at the time of applying for the application.
- Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student in a two- or four-year accredited program, college, or university by the Fall of 2025.
- Applicants must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Applicants agrees to use the scholarship funds only for educational expenses.
- Only students who live in zip codes: 60432, 60433, 60436, and Lockport Grade School District #89 60441 are eligible for this SCHCC Scholarship.
- Only students who are residents of WILL COUNTY are eligible for the NHBW Scholarship.
- Students may only apply for one of these scholarships: SCHCC or NHBW
Senior High School Application Process (Deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025)
- Applicants must complete all sections of the application (this includes the three-hundred-word essay).
- Include a separate SEALED OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT from the high school with the application.
- Include a color photo of yourself with the application (with name on back).
- One letter of recommendation is required from a high school official or one from a community leader.
- Include a typed 300-word essay explaining your career goal and how this scholarship will impact your post-secondary plans.
Visit website: https://form.jotform.com/243068571606156
Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
February 14, 2017
Scholarship Opportunities
Rudolph Canzater Scholarship
February 13, 2017
Proceeds from the Classic benefit the James E. Clyburn Research and Scholarship Foundation, helping to fund need-based college scholarships and the James E. Clyburn Endowment at South Carolina State University. In addition, the Foundation has donated $440,000 to endowments at several South Carolina colleges and universities. To date, the Foundation has provided over 1,200 Clyburn scholars with more than $1.1 million in college scholarships. These cash awards have been matched by another $1.1 million from various colleges and universities. The list of past scholarship recipients, the schools they elected to attend, and other information about this very worthwhile event can be found at www.canzaterclassic.com.
For the past several years, through Dell’s very generous contribution, the Foundation was able to provide every scholarship recipient with a laptop. This donation came at the perfect time – many of the students had just received a notice from their college requiring they bring a laptop with them to school.