American Legion Georgia Auxiliary Scholarships

To qualify for this scholarship you must be a Georgia resident who is the dependent of a veteran or deceased veteran, and either you or a parent must be a member or participant of an American Legion Auxiliary, and be sponsored by that unit.

You must be a high school senior to apply. To find out more about this award and how to apply, check out the website www.galegion.org/auxiliary.htm. The amount of the scholarship is $1,000.

Bern Laxer Memorial Scholarship

Have you ever dreamed of a career in the hotel industry or in culinary arts? Do you already have one year’s experience in the culinary industry, a high school diploma or equivalency? Are you going to require some financial assistance to go on to school? Then this just might be the one to make your dreams come true.

This scholarship can be used either for undergraduate study at an accredited university or a licensed or accredited culinary school. You must major in one of the following to qualify: culinary arts, hotel administration/management, food/science/technology, or viticulture/oenology. Application requirements include letters of recommendation, essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, proof of residency, financial statement, and resume. The scholarship is renewable, and those students who have been previously awarded and maintained a GPA of B- are given preference over new applicants. The amount of the award is $2,500. To find out more get on the web and find out more: www.jamesbeard.org. Get cooking and good luck!

William L. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access Grant Program

If you want to stay in the state to study, this program covers most of the public or private 4-year institutions here. You must be a full time undergraduate to qualify and it is renewable. The exact amount of the prize is decided each year by the Florida legislature, but is $2,837 in 2010. You are ineligible if you have already received a previous bachelor’s degree, and also may not be used to major in divinity or theology. There is more information and an application on line. Go to www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org and check it out today.

Florida Academic Scholars Award

This one is for you students who have maintained a 3.5 GPA, have at least 15 credits in college prep courses, completed 75 hours of community service, and scored a minimum of 1270 on the SAT or 28 on the ACT. And – there are several different ways this award can be given – here they are:

to the student ranking highest academically in each county -- $1,500;
if you plan to attend a public college or university, the award covers full tuition with a $375 stipend; and,
in private schools it will cover an equivalent amount.

You must apply on line where you will also find more information, and you need to complete the application before you graduate from high school – here’s the website to do so: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org.

Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund

To apply for this $2,000 grant you must be a citizen of Florida, and be the child of the Spanish culture (Mexican American, Hispanic American, or Puerto Rican). Money awarded can be used at 2-year or 4-year colleges in Florida at public or private institutions. To apply you must demonstrate financial need and have a GPA of at least 3.0. For more information, visit your guidance counselor. There are over 50 scholarships of this type awarded each year, so don’t hesitate if you meet the qualifications.

Florida Student Assistance Grant Program

This program is designed for students who require financial help to pursue their education. It can be utilized at either a 2-year or 4-year institution, and is renewable. To apply you must be a Florida resident and be able to demonstrate financial need by completing an FAFSA application, free on line. Deadlines are different at different schools so please check with the college you are interested in attending for theirs. Also, for more complete information go to www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org.

American Legion Florida Auxiliary Scholarships

This one is a little different than the one listed above because the applicant can be a child or stepchild – male or female --of an honorably discharged U.S. military veteran, as long as they are sponsored by a local Auxiliary Unit. You do have to be a Florida resident. To apply you will need to supply an essay, recommendation, transcript, proof of eligibility, and income tax forms. If selected, the award will provide up to $1,000 for junior college or vocational school and up to $2,000 for a four year college. You must maintain a 2.5 GPA, and the award is renewable. If you are interested, please inquire on line at www.alafl.org.

American Legion Florida Auxiliary Memorial Scholarship

Are you a girl? Do you have a parent who has been a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Florida Unit for at least three years? If so, you might be eligible for this scholarship. You must be a member yourself, or a daughter or granddaughter of a member, and live in the state of Florida. Application requirements include a recommendation, essay, transcript, proof of eligibility, and income tax forms. This is a renewable scholarship that awards up to $1,000 for junior college or vocational school, and up to $2,000 for four-year colleges. (You must keep your grades up to a 2.5 GPA minimum to reapply.) For more information, check the website www.alafl.org.

Delaware Nursing Incentive Program

If you’ve always wanted to be a nurse – this loan program is perfect for you! It is designed for study at accredited 2 or 4-year designated institutions with programs that lead to RN, LPN, or BSN certification. To qualify you must be a resident of the state and have a major career interest in the exciting field of nursing, and you must have previously demonstrated high academic skills. You have to be a high school senior in at least the top half of your graduating class, and have at least a 2.5 GPA.

This loan cannot be in excess of the cost of tuition, fees, and other expenses directly related to the cost of your education. Upon graduation, it can be forgiven at the rate of one year working in a state-owned clinic or hospital to forgive one year of loan. Please visit the website for further deadline information: www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/dhec/how_to_apply/financial_aid.

Christa McAuliffe Teacher Incentive Program

This program was created to honor the first teacher scheduled to teach from space – Christa McAuliffe – who, along with the rest of the 7-man crew, perished in the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster shortly after lift off in January 1986. Today this program stands as a tribute to her love of teaching by offering loans to qualified students majoring in education who are residents of Delaware.

Besides being an education major, students must be a high school senior with a minimum combined SAT score of 1570, and rank in the top half of their class. Undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.75 may also apply for this program. Loans may not exceed the cost of tuition, fees and other direct costs. Loan may be repaid at the rate of one year teaching in a Delaware public school in exchange for one year of loan.

Requirements for application are an essay, transcript, and SAT scores. Please visit the website for deadline particulars: www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/dhec/how_to_apply/financial_aid.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

College is a big step, but you are ready for it! So, before it’s too late, why not apply for a scholarship to help out? This particular scholarship, which awards $1,500, is renewable for up to three years. It applies to full time undergraduate study at a non-profit, regionally accredited university or college. To be eligible you must have demonstrated excellent academic skills by being in the top 25% of your graduating class, or be a GED recipient with a score of at least 300. You also must have a SAT score of at least 1800.

For details and deadline information please go to the Delaware Higher Education Commission’s website www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/dhec/how_to_apply/financial_aid.

Educational Benefits for Children of Deceased Veterans and Others

As you think about college, if you fall into this category, you have one more chance to honor a mom or dad lost serving our country or community by taking advantage of this opportunity. To qualify for this award you must be at least 16 but no more than 24 years of age, and have lived in Delaware for at least the last three years. Eligible students must be the child of a member of the armed forces whose death was service related, who is or was a POW, or is officially MIA. Also included are state police officers whose death was service related, or an employee of the Department of Transportation working on the state highway system whose death was job related.

This is a renewable scholarship that covers full tuition. For further application information, please check the website www.doe.k12.de.us/high-ed. You must apply for this award at least four weeks before classes begin.

Charles L. Hebner Memorial Scholarship

This is a scholarship that will cover full tuition, fees, room and board, and books for a student in the top half of their class, who has a minimum combined score on the SAT of 1350. If you are selected for this award you will be attending the University of Delaware or Delaware State University. Preference will be given to students majoring in political science. Need is also a consideration. This is a renewable award.

Application requirements include an essay, transcript, and completed FAFSA, as noted in the above scholarship description. It can be obtained on line at the given e-mail address. Check out the Delaware Higher Education Commission website www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/dhec/how_to_apply/financial_aid for deadline information.

B. Bradford Barnes Scholarship

If you are an exceptional student, are going to require financial help to go to school, and are interested in the University of Delaware, this scholarship is made for you! This is for a full-time student, and no declared area of interest is required. You must be a high school senior and a Delaware citizen. You need to be in the top 25% of your class, and have a total score of 1800 on the SAT. Application requires an essay, copy of your transcript, and a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can obtain this application by going to www.fafsa.org, and it’s completely free. You can get more information about this scholarship from the Delaware Higher Education Commission, www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/dhec/how_to_apply/financial_aid. And, this is a really special scholarship – it covers everything: tuition, fees, room, board, and books. Check it out – today!

Connecticut Independent College Student Grant

Grants are wonderful – they are free money that doesn’t have to be paid back – ever! This grant award is based on financial need. It is to be used for undergrad study in designated private schools in the state of Connecticut and it is renewable each year.

You must be able to prove financial need for this award. To do this, fill out an Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application (www.fafsa.ed.gov) on line. No application fee is required. In addition, you will need to complete any paperwork required by the individual colleges. Deadline is based on deadlines set by each college. If you’d like more information about this grant, go to www.ctdhe.org.

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship

Are you an extraordinarily a stellar student? Are you in the upper 2% of your high school graduating class, have a minimum 2100 SAT score, or a minimum 32 ACT score? The you are eligible for this scholarship very special scholarship!

In order to apply, besides the qualifications noted above, you need to be a high school senior who resides in Connecticut. You must also be a US citizen. Award is in the amount of $1,500. Stop by your high school guidance counselor’s office for more application information. This scholarship is also listed on line at www.ctdhe.org.

Connecticut Building Congress, Inc.

When you were a kid, did you love Lego’s, and building things. Well if you want to keep right on building in the future, the CBC Scholarship might be right up your alley. It is based on a major interest in engineering, construction or construction management, architecture, or surveying/mapping. The award is based on high academic achievement and demonstrable financial need. You must be a high school senior to apply.

Other requirements include participation in extracurricular activities and proven potential for the future. Application requires an essay, transcript, a Student Aid Report or FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov). This award is renewable and allows you to attend school out-of-state.

Connecticut Capitol Scholarship Program

If you dream of an out-of-state education, this just might be your ticket! Do you have good grades, good PSAT scores, and can you substantiate financial need? Then you may qualify for this program. The award may be used for undergraduate study in a 2 or 4-year designated institution. These include those in-state as well as those eligible in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C.

To qualify you must be a high school senior who ranks in the top 20% of your class or have a minimum of 1800 SAT score or minimum 27 ACT score. You must also complete an FAFSA application – www.fafsa.ed.gov. Contact your guidance counselor or the Connecticut Department of Higher Education, www.ctdhe.org, for more information.

Connecticut Aid for Public College Students

This program is overseen by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education, and is designed to help Connecticut residents, who are also US citizens, who are in financial need. Monies awarded may be used at either a 2-year or 4-year college, but use is limited to state public colleges or universities. This award is based on need and is designed to fill the gap between the actual cost of school and the amount the student and parents can pay. In most cases it does not have to be repaid.

Application requires you to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can obtain the forms on line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. There is no charge for filing an application. Funds may be awarded multiple times, however, the form must be filled out annually, after January 1st, in the year the funds are needed. Visit www.ctdhe.org for more information.

Colorado Scholarships for Horticulture/Landscape Majors

Are you lured by the idea of creating lovely landscapes? If you long to study landscape horticulture, horticulture, plant pathology, turf grass management, landscape architecture/design or botany, you are eligible to apply for the College Undergraduate Scholarship from the Colorado Garden and Home Show. Each year one award is granted to cover the full resident tuition, fees and books for a year at an accredited college in Colorado. To find out more, visit Gardening Colorado at http://gardeningcolorado.com/garden/scholarships or contact Colorado Garden Show, Inc., 959 S. Kipling Parkway, Suite 100, Lakewood, CO 80226, Phone 303-932-8100, Fax 303-932-8101, e-mail: info@gardeningcolorado.com.

Colorado Scholarships for Cancer Survivors

Survivors of childhood cancer are eligible for a scholarship through The Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation. Scholarship awards from this nonprofit organization are typically $1,000 or higher to high school graduates of Colorado, Montana, California and Arizona. To find out more about college monies for childhood cancer survivors, visit The Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation at http://www.stmfoundation.org or contact Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation, 1170 E. Long Place, Centennial, CO 80122, Phone: (303) 886-5018, email: fmarchello@earthlink.net.

Colorado Scholarships for Students Leaving the State

If you're a Colorado student who wants to attend college in Nebraska, there is a special scholarship just for you. Coloradans for Nebraska offers scholarships for students at Colorado high schools to attend the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and the University of Nebraska at Kearney. A scholarship of $1,500 is awarded based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, school activities, financial need and career goals. For more information and an application, visit Coloradans for Nebraska at http://www.coloradansfornebraska.net/Scholarship.htm.

Did you always want to study overseas? Help make that dream a reality with a $1,000 scholarship from the Denver Council on Foreign Relations for students at a rural Colorado high school. For more information, visit Colorado State University.

Colorado Scholarships for Sales Professionals

West Metro Sales Pros award scholarships worth up to $3,000 to students seeking a professional career in sales. Graduating seniors must submit an application, three letters of recommendation (one from your marketing/DECA teacher) and a short essay. To find out more, visit Sales Professionals at http://www.salesprofessionals-usa.com/Youth_Programs.php or contact Tom Darnell, WMSP, 9418 Highland Place, Arvada, CO 80002.

Colorado Scholarships for Travel and Tourism Students

Are you interested in an exciting career in travel and tourism? There is a scholarship just for you. The Donald Estey Scholarship Fund-Rocky Mountain Chapter awards $1,000 to $3,000 annually to four undergraduate students residing in Colorado and other states who are a member of ASTA. For more information about travel and tourism scholarships, visit the ASTA at http://www.asta.org.

Colorado Scholarships for Students With Learning Disabilities

Students with learning disabilities should not have to struggle to cover college costs. Students with learning disabilities and AD/HD who work hard qualify for the LEAD Foundation Community Scholarship. Overcoming a learning disability, understanding self-advocacy to overcome challenges and believing in contributing to society as a role model for other students with learning disabilities are qualities that define an ideal candidate. For more information about this scholarship, visit the LEAD Foundation at http://www.leadcolorado.org.

Colorado Scholarships for Denver Public School Graduates

If you graduate from a Denver Public school, you might qualify for a scholarship of up to $6,000 annually. The scholarship is renewable for up to 5 years to attend private or public colleges in Colorado. All you need to do is attend a Denver Public school in your senior year to qualify for this scholarship. Visit Denver Scholarship Foundation at http://www.denverscholarship.org/Page.aspx?pid=644 for more information about these scholarships.

Another scholarship specifically for senior graduates of Colorado public high schools are the Colorado Masons' Benevolent Fund Scholarships. You do not need to have a Masonic connection to qualify for this scholarship of $7,000 annually for up to four years. The only requirement is graduating from a Colorado public high school to attend a Colorado college. For more info, visit Colorado Mason Benevolent Fund Scholarships at http://www.coloradofreemasons.org/community/scholarships.html or contact Grand Lodge of Colorado A.F. & A.M., 1130 Panorama Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado. 80904, phone numbers (719) 471-9587, (303) 872-6120, (970) 372-1901, (720) 204-3380, fax number: (303) 557-9780, email gloffice@coloradofreemasons.org.

Finally, young achievers can look ahead for scholarships of up to $1,500 per year toward higher education. The CollegeInvest Early Achievers Scholarship is offered to 7th, 8th and 9th grade students who complete pre-collegiate classwork with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Younger students become better prepared academically and financially for their future college education. Visit CollegeInvest at http://www.collegeinvest.org/default.aspx?pageID=5 for more information about scholarships for early achievers.

California Scholarships for Library or Information Science Students

If you love hanging out at the library, why not consider a career working at one? The California Library Association offers a number of scholarships and awards to get you started. Visit their website to check out the CLA Scholarship for Minority Students in Memory of Edna Yelland at http://www.cla-net.org/awards/ednayelland.php, the CLA Reference Services Press Fellowship at http://www.cla-net.org/awards/rspf.php and the Begun Scholarship at http://www.cla-net.org/awards/begun.php for those students who want to become children's or young adult librarians in a California public library.

California Scholarships for Health Professions

The Health Professions Education Foundation offers a number of scholarships and loan repayment programs for health professional students and grads. Program recipients provide direct patient care in a medically underserved area for one to four years. Current heath professionals accepted or enrolled in an accredited California college are eligible to apply for these awards.

Most applications require documentation of prior academic performance, work experience, community involvement, career ambitions, financial need and ability to commit to practicing in a medically underserved area. To find out more about California health professional scholarships, contact the Foundation at (916) 326-3640 or 1(800) 773-1669.

California Scholarships for Allied Health Careers

The CAPPS (California Associate of Private Postsecondary Schools) Scholarship Program will award four $5,000 scholarships to students in CAPPS Member Schools. If you show promise in allied health fields or aesthetics, cosmetology and massage, this is a scholarship for you. Visit cappsonline.org to find out if you attend a CAPPS Member School. You must be a United States citizen residing in California to qualify for these scholarships. You also have to submit a 1-2 page essay with your application along with three letters of recommendation.

Application materials are sent to California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS), CAPPS Memorial Scholarship Fund, 400 Capitol Mall, Suite 1560, Sacramento, CA 95814. Visit https://capps.securegw.com/uploads/CAPPS%20scholarship%20application.pdf for instructions and application or contact the CAPPS Office at info@cappsonline.org.

California Scholarships for Broadcast Journalism

Do you want to be part of the latest news with a career in broadcast journalism? Associated Press Television Radio Association (APTRA) offers scholarships up to $1,500 for broadcast journalism students showing academic achievement and financial need with career goals. Typed applications are accepted by mail only to Jeff Wilson, AP Los Angeles, 221 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Visit http://www.aptra.com/scholarship/scholarapp_2010.pdf for the application.

California Scholarships for Latino Students

California scholarships for Latino students provide essential funds for college. If you are seeking to enter the medical or health care profession, the Alice Newell Joslyn Fund awards between $500 to $2000 per academic year. Students must be living in or attending a high school or college located in San Diego.

The LAFS Cal State University San Marcos (CSUSM) General Scholarship is for Latino students enrolled at CSUSM for a minimum of 6 units. Applicants must be in good academic standing with a GPA of at least 2.0. For more information and to download applications for these scholarships, visit the Beca Foundation at http://www.becafoundation.org/scholarship.htm or contact The Beca Foundation, 830 E. Grand Ave., Suite A, Escondido, CA 92025, phone (760) 741-8246, email sdbeca@sbcglobal.net.

California Scholarships for Federation Members

Are you a member of the California Scholarship Federation? Up to 50 finalists and 5 regional winners receive a total of $88,000 annually from the California Scholarship Federation Seymour Award. Winners get awards of $2,500 and regional finalists receive $1,500. Visit the California Junior Scholarship Federation at http://www.csf-cjsf.org/Seymour.asp or contact 16458 Bolsa Chica PMB 421, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, phone (800) 437-3347, fax (714) 962-4422, email info@CSF-CJSF.org.

California Scholarships for Outstanding Hispanic Students

Are you an outstanding Hispanic college junior or senior pursuing a degree in Economics, Finance or Business Administration? The HSF/Citigroup Fellows Program awards $5,000 for each of your junior and senior years for a total of $10,000 toward your higher education.

You must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident of Hispanic heritage enrolled in a four-year accredited institution. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required and you must attend college in Los Angeles or San Francisco Bay Area as well as select other cities and states. For additional details, visit the HSF/Citigroup Fellows Program at http://www.hsf.net/innercontent.aspx?id=462 or contact Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Headquarters, 55 Second Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94105, phone 1(877) HSF-INFO, fax 415-808-2302.

California Scholarships for Gay Asians and Pacific Islanders

Are you are an Asian or Pacific Islander (API) who is gay, transgender or bisexual? There are California scholarships waiting to help you stand proud and achieve your dreams. The Tang Scholarship was established by Edward Cheng Ming Tang in 2007 to offer one outstanding student a California scholarship of up to $15,000 annually. If renewal requirements are met, the Tang Scholarship can be renewed for a total of four years college education. For more details and an application, visit the Tang Scholarship at http://www.sbqa.com/TangScholarshipApplication2010.pdf.

California Scholarships for Achievement Under Adversity

Have you achieved academic success while overcoming difficult circumstances? Do you have excellent potential with limited or no financial resources? The Achievement Award Program at UC Berkley offers up to $5,700 annually to committed, enthused applicants who are willing to help pre-collegiate students in prep programs. Prospective students file a UC application, apply online for the Program and finalists will get to interview with alumni To find out more visit the Achievement Award Program at http://alumni.berkeley.edu/services/scholarships/achievement-award-program/how-apply.

Arkansas Scholarships for Journalism/Broadcasting Majors

Do you want to pursue a career in journalism or broadcasting? The Jim Elder Good Sport Fund awards $3,500 to a qualified Arkansas university junior or senior majoring in journalism/broadcasting. To find out more, visit Jim Elder Good Sport Fund at http://jimelder.org/?page_id=7 or contact Jim Elder Good Sport Fund, P.O. Box 444, Little Rock, AR 72203, (501) 766-6444, info@jimelder.org.

Arkansas Scholarships for Actuarial Science Students

Are you interested in a career in casualty and actuarial science? If you want to break into this progressive field, you may qualify for a $2,000 award from the Casualty Actuaries of the Southeast Trust Scholarship Program. Students attending an Arkansas or certain other state colleges who are majoring in actuarial science are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Eligible students attend an approved United States or Canadian college, have top scholastic achievement, strong mathematical aptitude, interest in the casualty actuarial profession and outstanding communication skills. Applicants must have also sat for a minimum of one exam.

Your complete Arkansas scholarship application includes an essay, 2 recommendation letters and your official transcript. Visit download 2010 CAS Trust Scholarship Program Application (http://www.casact.org/academic/CAStrustscholarship2010.pdf) to get started right away. For questions or to get more info, contact the CAS Trust Scholarship Coordinator (mthurgood@casact.org), Casualty Actuarial Society, 4350 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 250, Arlington, VA 22203, Phone: (703) 276-3100.

Arkansas Scholarships for Health Sciences Majors

Are you planning a career in the health sciences? The Florence Wood/Arkansas Occupational Therapy Association Scholarship awards $500 annually to a health sciences undergraduate or graduate student attending a college in Arkansas. Visit the American Occupational Therapy Foundation for info about the latest scholarships or address questions to Jeanne Cooper, AOTF Scholarship Program Coordinator, at email address Jcooper@aoft.org or phone (301) 652-6611, Extension 2550.

Arkansas Scholarships for Children of Deceased Service Members

Various scholarship amounts are awarded to students whose parents died in service to their community, state or nation. Recipients must be Arkansas students. The Arkansas Service Memorial Fund is based on leadership, academic merit and financial need. To obtain or send a scholarship applicaton,, mail to Arkansas Community Foundation, Attention: Arkansas Service Memorial Fund, 1400 W. Markham Street, Suite 206, Little Rock, AR 72201.

You can also download a scholarship application from the Arkansas Community Foundation at www.arcf.org which is submitted with a page describing your extracurricular activities and goals, your birth certificate, a current transcript, a letter verifying the circumstances of your parent's death and the death certificate. Visit the Arkansas Community Foundation at http://www.arcf.org/page12789.cfm for a frequently updated list of current scholarships.

Arkansas Scholarships for Dependents of Law Enforcement Officers

Are you considered a dependent of a law enforcement officer who was permanently disabled or killed in the line of duty? You may qualify for the Arkansas Law Enforcement Officers' (LEO) Dependents Scholarship. This eight semester scholarship can be used at any Arkansas state supported university, technical institute or university. Dependent children must be 23 years old or younger and spouses cannot be remarried. To get more info, visit The Arkansas Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) Dependents Scholarship at http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/Pages/fa_leod.aspx.

Arkansas Scholarships for Outstanding Graduates

Do you a stellar student looking to attend an Arkansas college or university? A minimum of 75 of the best Arkansas students will receive money from the Arkansas Department of Higher Education Governor's Scholars Program. The program rewards top students for their efforts and encourages them to attend an Arkansas institution of higher learning. For additional information, check out Arkansas Department of Higher Education Governor's Scholars Program at ADHE at http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/Pages/fa_programs.aspx.

Arkansas Scholarships for Top Scholars with Financial Need

Are you a top scholar with a score of 19 or better on your ACT? Check out the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE) Academic Challenge Scholarship. Graduating high school seniors who complete the pre-college core curriculum with the required GPA may get up to $2,500 annually toward the cost of higher education. For more details, visit the Arkansas Department of Higher Education Academic Challenge Scholarship at http://www.adhe.edu/divisions/financialaid/Pages/fa_programs.aspx.

American Legion Arizona Scholarships

The American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Arizona, offers Arizona scholarships to qualified students attending two or four year college. Free money is given through the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Arizona Health Care Occupation Scholarships, American Legion Auxiliary Department of Arizona Wilma Hoyal-Maxine Chilton Memorial Scholarship, American Legion Auxiliary Department of Nurses' Scholarships. Contact 4701 North 19th Ave., Ste. 100, Phoenix, AZ 85015-3727, Phone (602)241-1080, Fax (602)604-9640 and email amlegauxaz@mcleodusa.net

Arizona Scholarships for Homeschoolers

If you were homeschooled, there is an Arizona scholarship for you. In 2000, the Arizona Families for Home Education (AFHE) formed the Arizona Homeschool Scholarship Committee (AHSC). Since then, over $50,000 was awarded to 39 top homeschool applicants. Visit Scholarship Opportunities at http://www.afhe.org/scholarships_opportunities.htm for further information and an application. If you have questions, email scholarships@afhe.org.

Arizona Scholarships from ACSF

The Arizona College Scholarship Foundation (ACSF) at http://www.azcsf.org/scholar-programs/scholarship-eligibility.aspx gives scholars up to $6,000 annually to cover the cost of attending college. ACSF scholarship recipients also enjoy a network of support services such as group training and workplace and on-campus mentoring. Applications are distributed through ACSF partner organizations at spring info sessions and not ACSF itself. Students must be recommended by one of the ACSF partner organizations to be eligible to receive a scholarship for up to four years of college attendance. For more information about partners, contact Arizona College Scholarship Foundation, Attn: Education Department, 1430 E. Missouri Avenue, #B-205, Phoenix, Arizona 85014, phone (602) 636-1850, email info@azcsf.org.

Arizona Scholarships for Excellence

The Arizona Scholarships for Excellence are offered at the University of Arizona. If you are an outstanding high school student, you can receive $2,000 to $14,000 with possibly a MacBook thanks to Arizona Scholarships for Excellence. All you needs is a completed UA Admission Application for Fall 2010 at https://admissions.arizona.edu/default.aspx to apply for these Arizona Scholarships for Excellence. Visit University of Arizona scholarships at https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships/Default.aspx for more information about free money to attend this and other institutions of higher education. You can also call their OSFA at (520) 621-1858 or email askaid@email.arizona.edu.

Arizona Scholarships for Honor Students

Doesn't a tuition waiver sound wonderful? If you're an Arizona stellar student, it's a possibility through the Arizona Board of Regents High Honors Tuition Scholarship. Imagine going to college for free! This dream is a reality for qualified Arizona students for in-state tuition only. The waiver is valid for a year following high school graduation. This fixed scholarship is renewable for three more years based on university criteria. The dollar amount of the award is based on the tuition charged by the Arizona university you enroll in.

To qualify for an Arizona Board of Regents High Honors Tuition Scholarship you must complete all core competency classes with a grade of B or better, have an unweighted GPA of at least 3.5 and surpass standards on all 3 AIM tests by the end of your junior year in high school. For more information on how to apply, visit Arizona Board of Regents High Honors Tuition Scholarships at http://www.ade.state.az.us/asd/tuitionwaiver/parents-students.asp.

Arizona Scholarships for Accounting Majors

Do you love numbers and want to pursue an accounting career? The Arizona CPA Foundation High School Scholarship can help you pay for the costs of higher education. In the 2010-2011 year, the Foundation will award a total of $25,000 in scholarships to students attending accounting programs at one of the four public Arizona universities. Accounting majors must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and follow other eligibility criteria. There are scholarships for high school students, university juniors and seniors, African Americans and future CPAs attending community colleges. For more information, visit Arizona CPA Foundation High School Scholarships at http://www.ascpa.com/Content/memberactivities/fei_scholarships.aspx.

Sun-ny Arizona Scholarships

We already indicated Arizona is a sunny state. Did you know there are SunStudent College Scholarships for seniors graduating from high schools in Arizona? Phoenix Suns Charities offers ten $1,000 scholarships annually through SunStudent College Scholarship Program.

You must be an Arizona high school student with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better and evidence of community or charitable involvement. Applicants must compete a 300-word typed essays and include two recommendations with their application. One letter must be from a high school administrator or teacher. For more information visit Sun Student College Scholarships at http://www.nba.com/suns/community/community_info99.html or call Nikki Zarro at (602) 379-7767. Written requests for applications are made to Janell Ornelas, Phoenix Sun Charities, P.O. Box 1369

Arizona Scholarships for Business Women

Did you a women 20 or older who decided to enter the job market instead of finishing college? The Arizona Business & Professional Women's Foundation Scholarship is designed just for you. If you want to return to school to improve your employment possibilities, this scholarship gives you free money to attend an Arizona community college. Visit Arizona BPW Foundation at http://arizonabpwfoundation.com/scholarships.html for a complete list of scholarships with applications or write to Arizona BPW Foundation, PO Box 32596, Phoenix, AZ 85064.