External Scholarships Available - Check out these links!

September 12, 2011

Disclaimer:  Cheyney University of Pennsylvania does not manage these sites or endorse these scholarship programs.  This information is provided for informational purposes only.

External College Scholarship Available:

AARP Foundation Women’s Scholarship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/aarp_foundation_womens_scholarship.html>
 

For women 40+ seeking new job skills, training and educational opportunities to support themselves.
Academic Competitiveness Grant <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/academic_competitiveness_grant.html>
 

For first-year and second-year college students who graduated from high school.
Actuarial Diversity Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/actuarial_diversity_scholarship.html>
 

For minority students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the actuarial profession.
Akash Kuruvilla Memorial Scholarship Fund <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/akash_kuruvilla_memorial_scholarship.html>
 

For students who demonstrate excellence in leadership, diversity, integrity and academia.
American Copy Editors Society Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/american_copy_editors_society_scholarship.html>
Available to junior, senior and graduate students who will take full-time copy editing jobs or internships.
AORN Foundation Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/aorn_foundation_scholarship.html>
 

For students studying to be nurses and perioperative nurses pursuing undergrad and grad degrees.
Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/automotive_hall_fame_scholarships.html>
 

For students who indicate a sincere interest in an automotive related career.
AWG Minority Scholarship For Women <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/awg_minority_scholarship.html>
 

Encourages young minority women to pursue an education and later a career in the geosciences. AXA Achievements Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/axa_achievements_scholarship.html>
Provides more than $600K in annual scholarships to 52 students – one from each state.
 

Beacon Partners Healthcare IT Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/beacon_partners_healthcare_it_scholarships.html>
Awarded to a student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the IT Healthcare field.
Best Buy Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/best_buy_scholarship.html>
For students in grades 9-12 who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate program upon high school graduation.
 

Burger King Scholars Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/burger_king_scholars_program.html>
For high school seniors who have part-time jobs and excel academically in school.
 

CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/cia_undergraduate_scholarship_program.html>
Developed to assist minority and disabled students, but open to all who meet the requirements.
 

Coca-Cola Scholars Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/coca_cola_scholars_program.html>
Four-year achievement-based scholarships given to 250 high school seniors each year.
 

Davidson Fellows Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/davidson_fellows_scholarship.html>
Recognizes and awards the extraordinary who excel in math, science, and technology.
 

Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/davis_putter_scholarship.html>
Need-based scholarships for college students are part of the progressive movement in their community.
 

Dell Scholars Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/dell_scholars_program.html>
For students who demonstrate a desire and ability to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
Development Fund For Black Students in Science and Technology <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/development_fund_black_students_science_technology.html>

For students studying science or technology at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Discovery Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/discover_scholarship.html>
Annual scholarship for high school juniors to support continued education and training beyond high school.
 

Ed Bradley/ Ken Kashiwahara Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/ed_bradley_ken_kashiwahara_scholarships.html> Open to full-time students who are pursuing careers in radio and television news.
 

EMPOWER Scholarship Award <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/empower_scholarship.html>
Designed to increase diversity in the medical rehabilitation field by awarding students of color.
 

ESA Foundation Computer and Video Game Scholarship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/esa_computer_video_game_scholarship.html>
For minority and female students majoring in a field related to computer and video game arts.
 

Fulbright Scholar Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/fulbright_scholar_program.html>
Sends faculty and professionals abroad each year to lecture and conduct research.
 

Future Engineers Scholarship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/future_engineers_scholarship_program.html>
For students pursuing a career in engineering who shows outstanding academic performance.
 

Gates Millenium Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/gates_millennium_scholarship.html>
Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; established to help low income minority students.
 

Go On Girl Book Club Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/go_on_girl_book_club_scholarships.html>
Supports authors of the Black African Diaspora who wan to write their way to college money.
 

Google Anita Borg Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/google_anita_borg_scholarship.html>
For women who excel in computing and technology, and are active role models and leaders.
 

Hallie Q. Brown Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/hallie_q_brown_scholarship.html>
For African American women who have a minimum C average, and can demonstrate financial need.
 

HBCU Study Abroad Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/hbcu_study_abroad_scholarships.html>
Provides travel opportunities for students of color who are traditionally under-represented in such programs

Jacob K. Javits Fellowship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/jacob_javits_fellowship.html>
Provides fellowships to students who excel in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.
 

Javits-Frasier Teacher Scholarship Fund <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/javits_frasier_teacher_scholarship.html>
To increase diverse students’ access to talent development opportunities through teacher training.
 

Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/jeanette_rankin_womens_scholarship.html>
For low-income women who have a vision of how their education will benefit themselves and their community.
 

Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/joe_francis_haircare_scholarship.html>
For cosmetology and barber school students who can demonstrate a financial need.
 

KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/kfc_colonels_scholars_program.html>
For college-bound students who can demonstrate financial need, and have a GPA of at least 2.75.
 

Lincoln Forum Scholarship Essay Contest <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/lincoln_forum_scholarship_essay_contest.html>
A writing contest pertaining to the life and times of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War era.
 

McKesson Pharmacy Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/mckesson_pharmacy_scholarship.html>
Designed to assist pharmacy students who plan to continue their education.
 

National Achievement Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/national_achievement_scholarship.html>
Established in 1964 to provide recognition for outstanding African American high school students.
 

National Black Police Association Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/black_police_association_scholarships.html>
For students pursuing careers in law enforcement, criminal justice, and other related areas.
 

National Institute of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/nih_undergraduate_scholarship.html>
For students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing science and health-related research.
 

National SMART Grant <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/national_smart_grant.html>
Available to full-time students who are majoring in science, math, technology, engineering, and more.
 

PMI Educational Foundation Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/pmi_educational_foundation_scholarships.html>
Established for students in the field of project management or a project management related field.
 

Ron Brown Scholar Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/ron_brown_scholar_program.html>
Seeks to identify African American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society.
 

Ronald Reagan College Leaders Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/ronald_reagan_college_leaders_scholarship.html> Seeks to recognize outstanding young people who are promoting American values on college campuses.
 

Siemen Competition <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/siemens_competition.html>
Competition for individual or team research projects in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology.
 

Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/thurgood_marshall_college_fund_scholarships.html> For first-generation students majoring in business, finance, science, engineering, and more.
 

Tri-Delta Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/tri_delta_scholarships.html>
For students who excel in chapter and campus involvement,community service, academics, and more.
 

Tylenol Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/tylenol_scholarship.html>
For students pursuing a career in health care who can demonstrate leadership and academic qualities.
 

United Negro College Fund Scholarships <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/united_negro_college_fund_scholarships.html>
Administers 400 different scholarship programs so low-income families can afford college, tuition, and books.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/us_bank_internet_scholarship.html>
For high school seniors planning to enroll or college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors already enrolled.

USDA/1890 National Scholars Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/usda_1890_national_scholars_program.html>
For students seeking a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food, or natural resource sciences and related majors.
 

Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/vanguard_minority_scholarship.html>
Provides merit-based scholarships to minority students studying business, finance, economics, and more.
 

William B. Ruggles Right To Work Journalism Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/william_b_ruggles_scholarship.html>
Available to undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in journalism or a related field.
 

Writer’s Digest Annual Short Story Competition <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/writers_digest_short_story_competition.html>
Contest for writers who can compose the best fictional short story, written in 1,500 words or less.
 

Xerox Technical Minority Scholarship <http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/opportunities/xerox_technical_minority_scholarship.html>
For academic high-achievers in science, engineering, and information tech
 

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Cheyney University Scholarships 2011-2012 - Deadline August 12, 2011

August 04, 2011

Please download the CU Scholarship Application for the scholarships listed below.

• Michelle and Geri Vital Scholarship Fund
  Two $1,000 scholarships will be given annually while Dr. Michelle Howard- Vital is President of Cheyney University of Pennsylvania to students who demonstrate leadership potential, and are enrolled in a full-time, four-year undergraduate degree program at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. To be eligible, graduating high school students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), or, if college , a grade point average of 3.0 and a minimum SAT score of 900 to be eligible for the Michelle and Geri Vital Scholarship. The purpose of the award is intended to eliminate a gap in funding for expenses that students may have to pay out-of-pocket or borrow in order to attend Cheyney. That is, the scholarship should never result in a cash refund for the scholarship recipient. The Michelle and Geri Vital Scholarship is a onetime award. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate “Vital Scholarship” on the form. Applications are due August 12, 2011.
• Coleman Endowed Scholarship
  Two $2,500 scholarships (per year per student) will be awarded competitively to one male and one female sophomore enrolled at Cheyney University who are Business Administration majors. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.0 to be considered, and the scholarships are awarded competitively to the highest performers. Awards are intended to decrease debt, and may reduce loans. No residency restrictions apply, international students may be considered. Students must be enrolled in full-time coursework, and make continuous progress toward their degree of study. The Fund shall be directed to direct costs, including tuition, fees, and books. The scholarship is renewable through the senior year, as long as the recipients maintain the required GPA (minimum GPA of a 3.0). Applications are due August 12, 2011.
• Joyner Scholarship
  Scholarships awarded competitively to the “best and brightest” deserving students who are enrolled in a full-time, four-year undergraduate degree program at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. The purpose of the award is intended to eliminate a gap in funding for expenses that students may have to pay out-of-pocket or borrow in order to attend Cheyney. That is, the scholarship may reduce loans, but should never result in a cash refund for the scholarship recipient. The scholarship is awarded competitively, and is a onetime award. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate “Joyner Scholarship” on the form. Applications are due August 12, 2011.
• Highmark Scholarship
  This scholarship is limited to incoming freshmen at PASSHE universities pursuing a degree in a healthcare field, including, but not limited to: nursing, pre-physician assistant, pre-medicine, biology, health science, audiology, speech pathology, human services administration, health education, medical imagery and exercise science. The award is made competitively to the highest achieving students who meet the above criteria. The scholarship is a one-time award of $1,000. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate “Highmark” on the form. Applications are due August 12, 2011.
• Clarence Schock Foundation
  Scholarships are awarded to first-time entering freshmen at Cheyney University who enroll full-time. Applicants must be a legal resident of one of the following Pennsylvania counties. Adams, Berks, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Delaware, Lancaster, Labanon or York, and must be a graduate of a secondary school in one of these same counties. Awards will be made competitively to high achieving students who meet the above criteria. Awards are made at $1,200 per student per year, and are renewable through the senior year, contingent upon strong academic performance (minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA). Please complete the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate “Schock” on the form; additionally, please attach a completed Schock application. Applications are due August 12, 2011.
• Dolores Elizabeth Howard Memorial Scholarship
  Two $500 scholarships will be given to non-traditional students who demonstrate leadership potential, are enrolled at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, and are making continuous progress toward their degree of study. The award shall be used to cover books and fees only. The Dolores Elizabeth Howard Memorial Scholarship is a one-time award. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate Howard Memorial Scholarship on the form. Application deadline is Friday, August 12, 2011. 
• Independence Foundation Scholarship
  One $5,000 scholarship will be given to disadvantaged student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is awarded competitively, and is a one-time award. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate Independence Foundation on the form. Application deadline is Friday, August 12, 2011. 
• Charles A. Highsmith, Sr. Education Scholarship
  One $1,000 scholarship will be given to a student majoring in education, who plans to teach in urban schools. Applicants must have a minimum of a cumulative GPA of 2.7 to be considered and reside in Philadelphia, PA. Student must be enrolled in full-time coursework, and make continuous progress toward his/her degree of study. The award shall be directed towards the student’s attendance costs – tuition, room, board, books and fees. Apply using the CU General Scholarship Application, indicate Highsmith, Sr. Scholarship on the form. Application deadline is Friday, August 12, 2011. 
  

For questions about the Cheyney University Scholarship program, please contact Mandy Santiago (610) 399-2154 or msantiago@cheyney.edu.

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