March Deadlines
Google Scholarship Program
July 2, 2012
The Google Scholarship Program offers funds to students studying computer science or computer engineering who are juniors or seniors in college, or pursuing a Master’s or PhD. Selected scholars will be invited to an all-expenses paid trip to the Google Headquarters in California.
General HCF Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be of Hispanic background
- Must be studying at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the upcoming academic year
- Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time for the upcoming academic year
- Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Must demonstrate financial need
Google Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must be pursuing a Computer Science or Computer Engineering degree, or a degree in a closely related field (such as Software Engineering)
- Must maintain a record of strong academic performance
- Must be entering junior or senior year of undergraduate study or enrolled in a graduate program at a university in the United States or Puerto Rico
Application Deadline: March 1, 2012
Amount of Each Scholarship: $10,000
Marriott Scholars Program
July 2, 2012
About the Marriott Scholars Program:
The Marriott Scholars Program can propel you toward your future with the financial support you need and the professional career development you want now, before you graduate. Apply to the Marriott Scholars Program which offers financial support of up to $9,000 per year for four years coupled with opportunities for on-going career guidance and mentoring.
Marriott International, Inc. is the largest and most rapidly growing leader in the hospitality industry, offering a diverse range of career opportunities in hospitality management, hotel management, food & beverage and culinary. Marriott International hotel managers and executives provide mentoring, career guidance and internship opportunities at hotels where you can experience first-hand Marriott’s rich culture, “Spirit to Serve” philosophy, and diverse family of associates known for the care they provide to guests, each other, and our communities.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be of Hispanic/Latino heritage
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico
- Be an upcoming freshman or sophomore or be transferring from a community college for the 2012-2013 school year
- Plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student during the 2012-2013 school year
- Plan to pursue a degree within the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary, or food beverage field
- Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
Amount of Each Scholarship: Full tuition up to $9,000
Howard University Bus Trip
March 1, 2012
The Howard University Alumni Association is sponsoring its 21st annual Spring Break Bus Trip to the Howard University campus. The trip is open to high school juniors and seniors. Go to the following links if you are interested:
Howard University Alumni Association
Form 1: Howard University Release Form
The cost of the trip is $220 and all payments are due in full by MARCH 16, 2012. For further information contact hubustrip@yahoo.com.
G.I.R.L. Scholarship Program
February 29, 2012
2012 Art Competition Celebrates Women’s Advanced Education and Industry Experience within Gaming
SAN DIEGO, Calif. – February 16, 2012– Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced that it is now accepting applications and submissions for its 2012 Gamers in Real Life (G.I.R.L.) Game Design Competition. Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the G.I.R.L. Scholarship prides itself as being an active catalyst for inspiring women’s involvement in the video game industry, as well as for providing an open gateway for those pursuing careers in the field of creative and applied arts.
Since its inception in 2008, the G.I.R.L. program has granted scholarships to four winners through its annual “Game Design Competition,” each of whom has made an impact within the gaming and art industries.
SOE will award one winner of the 2012 G.I.R.L. Game Design Competition with a scholarship in the amount of $10,000 to be applied towards tuition and other educational expenses at the winner’s school of enrollment. Winners will also be given the opportunity to participate in a paid internship of up to 10 weeks at SOE’s headquarters in San Diego for hands-on experience working on one or more of the company’s games.
Submissions for the 2012 G.I.R.L. Game Design Competition will close on March 29, 2012. To apply, applicants must register with Scholarship America®, SOE’s scholarship administrator, and submit their application for evaluation, as directed here:https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/gamersinreallife/
Click here for official rules…
Deadline: March 29, 2012
US National BioGENEius Challenge
February 23, 2012
The Georgia BioGENEius Challenge is a competition for high school students who are doing outstanding research in biotechnology.
To reach the U.S. National BioGENEius Challenge, you follow this path:
- You must apply to the Georgia BioGENEius Challenge. Please click here for the online application . Submissions must be completed on the Biotechnology Institute site by March 23, 2012.
- You must participate in the statewide Georgia Science and Engineering Fair (GSEF) on March 29-March 31, 2012 at held in Athens, GA at the Classic Center. Winners of the local challenge will be judged and selected during the special awards judging at this event. Winners will be notified at the Awards ceremony on Saturday, April 1.
- If selected, you must be willing to attend the National BioGENEius Challenge in Boston, MA, from Friday, June 15 -Tuesday, June 19, 2012. Travel expenses will be paid for according to the Georgia BioGENEius Travel Policy.
Georgia BioGENEius Challenge Information
Georgia BioGENEius Challenge takes place on March 29-March 31, 2012 at the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair (GSEF) held in Athens, GA at the Classic Center. Information about GSEF and entry forms for the GSEF competition may be found on the GSEF website: www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/oasp. GSEF participants are invited from first and some second place winners of regional Georgia science fairs. GSEF participants may then enter the BioGENEius Challenge by registering with the Biotechnology Institute’s online application form. For the Georgia competition, no special posters or materials are required beyond the normal GSEF entry requirements. If the participant is selected as a finalist, a roll-up poster will be required for the finals in Boston in June. See below for Poster Guidelines for the US and International finals.
Judging will occur during the GSEF event during the special awards judging period. Winners will be announced during the Awards Ceremony on Saturday, April 1, 2012. Checklist for entering Georgia’s Local BioGENEius Challenge:
- Complete online application here by 8 am, Friday, March 23, 2012
- Complete Declarations Form and email scanned, signed copy to maria.thacker@gabio.org by Monday, March 26, 2012
- Read Rules and Guidelines, Judging Criteria and Poster Guidelines
- Attend GSEF in Athens, GA March 29-March 31, 2012.
For a list all of Local Partners please click here.
Maria Thacker • 119 Euclid Ave, NE • Atlanta, GA 30307 • Phone: 404-920-2042
American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship
February 23, 2012
American Association of Blacks in Energy (Atlanta Chapter) Scholarship Application
The purpose of the AABE Atlanta Chapter Scholarship is to assist African American, Hispanic, and Native American students with the cost of pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an energy related field, at an accredited college/university.
Eligibility
Candidates for an AABE scholarship must meet the following eligibility criteria: Student must be a U. S. Citizen and a resident of Georgia. Student must attend a metro Atlanta area high school. Student must have a B (or better) average or a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale and a minimum Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score of 1400 or American College Testing (ACT) composite score of 19. Student must graduate by June 30, 2012 from an accredited high school institution.
Student should be involved in community/civic service activities. Student must have two recommendations (one from a teacher or counselor and the other non-academic). Student must submit an essay (300 word minimum/350 word maximum) stating why they should receive an AABE scholarship, personal career objectives and any additional information to assist the selection committee. Students must plan to major in approved business, engineering, technology, mathematics or physical science (astronomy, chemistry, geology, mineralogy, meteorology, physics) – i.e., energy industry related fields. Upon notification as an award recipient, student must provide an acceptance letter from an accredited college/university before the awards ceremony, which is scheduled to be held on Thursday, May 10 or Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at Georgia Power’s corporate office in downtown Atlanta.
Deadline to apply: March 2, 2012
Delta Community Credit Union Scholarships
February 8, 2012
The DCCU Scholarship is about awarding scholarships annually to assist students in their quest for higher education. Scholarships are awarded based on high school academic achievement, school/community involvement and submission of an essay on a topic selected by the credit union.
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
- Applicants and parent (or family member/guardian) must be Delta Community members in good standing at the time of entry. Click here for information on how to open an account.
- Applicants must be a spring 2012 high school graduate and must begin college or technical school as a first-time, full-time freshman in the fall of 2012.
- Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) as of the end of the 1st semester of the 2011-2012 school year.
Deadline is March 30, 2012.
Click here for the 2012 Scholarship Application and full program details.
Terry Accounting Residency Program
February 8, 2012
Accounting Residency Program
As accounting is the language of business, this program is designed to provide exceptional high school students an overview of the many career opportunities in the accounting profession and a brief introduction of business.
ARP students will attend instructional sessions during the day, with fun activities scheduled in the evenings. The daytime sessions will provide insights into career opportunities in accounting and related fields through panel discussions with national and regional accounting firms and representatives from industry groups and government agencies.
Other sessions will introduce important job skills, including:
- Resume writing
- Workplace ethics
- Business etiquette
- Financial literacy
- Leadership development
Students also get to sample “college life” by lodging in UGA residence halls, eating in the university’s award-winning dining halls, and attending lectures by UGA professors. The evenings are filled with fun outings, entertaining diversions, and time to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow ARP participants.
Program Tuition: $95. A limited number of need-based financial scholarships are available upon acceptance.
For more information, please contact program director Randy Groomes.
Online Application Process
A selection committee will review all applications. Whether you are applying to one or both programs,you only need to submit one application. Take your time and be careful with your application to ensure the best chance for admission. Do not rush.
Recommendations and Official Transcript
One letter of recommendation is required. Letter must be from your school counselor or teacher. (This requirement is waived for student already accepted and plan to attend the University of Georgia in the fall.)
You should select individuals who know you personally and can speak to your academic ability, conduct, initiative, character, extracurricular involvement, and potential for leadership.
Letters and Transcript should be mailed to:
Terry College of Business
Terry Summer Residency Programs
341 Brooks Hall, 310 Herty Drive
Athens, GA, 30602
Candidate Selection
Selection is a competitive process. All applications will be reviewed based on the quality of candidates’ essays, interests, demonstrated leadership ability, and academic transcript.
Terry Business Academy
February 8, 2012
Terry Business Academy
The Terry Business Academy is a highly selective, pre-collegiate program at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. This intensive one-week program will expose approximately 30 high school rising juniors and seniors to the various fields of business. Each student will gain practical experience developing and presenting a business plan. Participants will learn about different business majors and career paths, and will visit corporate headquarters to meet executives and professionals in various industries.
Program Tuition: $495. A limited number of need-based financial scholarships are available upon acceptance.
For more information, please contact program director Randy Groomes.
Online Application Process
A selection committee will review all applications. Whether you are applying to one or both programs,you only need to submit one application. Take your time and be careful with your application to ensure the best chance for admission. Do not rush.
Recommendations and Official Transcript
One letter of recommendation is required. Letter must be from your school counselor or teacher. (This requirement is waived for student already accepted and plan to attend the University of Georgia in the fall.)
You should select individuals who know you personally and can speak to your academic ability, conduct, initiative, character, extracurricular involvement, and potential for leadership.
Letters and Transcript should be mailed to:
Terry College of Business
Terry Summer Residency Programs
341 Brooks Hall, 310 Herty Drive
Athens, GA, 30602
Candidate Selection
Selection is a competitive process. All applications will be reviewed based on the quality of candidates’ essays, interests, demonstrated leadership ability, and academic transcript.
If you have questions about the application process, please contact Program Director Randy Groomes.
Pearl Foundation Scholarship
February 3, 2012
Visit website: https://www.pearlfoundationinc.org/scholarship