Scholarships

Introduction and timeline - All applications — including scholarship, internship, and fellowship submissions — must be filed by February each year. The Fund’s Board of Directors reviews all entries, and award recipients are announced in April, frequently timed to coincide with the late Congressman’s birthday. - About the Fund: Established in 1977, the scholarship program honors the legacy of the late Alaskan Congressman Nicholas J. Begich. Mr. Begich arrived in Alaska in 1956 as a teacher and believed strongly that education is both a right and a privilege that should be accessible to everyone. Who is eligible - Applicants must...

Overview The ATIA Foundation offers two scholarship opportunities for Alaskan residents who are pursuing or working in the visitor industry: the Foundation Student Scholarship and the Professional Development Scholarship. Below are the eligibility criteria, award details, and application instructions for each. Foundation Student Scholarship Eligibility and purpose - Available to Alaskan residents who are enrolled in—or plan to enroll in—an educational program that prepares them for a career in tourism. - Awards, if made, will be paid directly to an accredited educational institution on behalf of the recipient. Award use - Scholarship funds are intended to support coursework and study...

Introducing the Chugach Heritage Foundation Scholarship Program, a platform that provides financial assistance to students pursuing various levels of education, including Associate, Bachelor, Graduate/PhD degrees, vocational certificates, job training, and potential internship opportunities.Vocational ScholarshipThis scholarship caters to students enrolled in any recognized vocational, certificate, or license-based training program.Under this scheme, students can avail up to $5,750 within a calendar year.Application Deadlines are as follows: June 1st for June-September programs, and September 30th for October-December programs.College ScholarshipThis scholarship is designed for students pursuing an associate or bachelor degree at an accredited college or university.Students can receive up to $5,750 per academic...

Overview Sealaska annually provides hundreds of merit-based scholarships — both full- and part-time — to support emerging leaders from our community. Since the program began, we have distributed roughly 11,000 scholarships, totaling about $20 million. Eligibility Applicants must satisfy all of the following: - Meet the definition of Alaska Native as “Native” under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, 43 U.S.C. 1602(b). - Be enrolled in Sealaska Corporation, OR be a Native lineal descendant of an Alaska Native who is enrolled in Sealaska Corporation (ownership of Sealaska stock is not required). - Have a minimum GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate...

Intro The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Scholarship application opens December 1. Each qualifying high school will choose one outstanding graduating senior to receive a $3,000 Takitani Scholar award. From that pool, finalists identified from each school district, the Hawaii Catholic Schools system, and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) will receive an additional $2,000 (bringing those finalists’ total to $5,000). Takitani Scholars may apply to renew the award for up to three additional years of undergraduate study at up to $3,000 per year. Small-school nomination Accredited high schools with fewer than 100 students in grades 9–12 may nominate a...

Applicants who are eligible must reside in or be enrolled in an educational institution within the United States or its territories, in accordance with the specific criteria outlined in our Memorandums of Understanding (MOU’s) with our benefactors.GUIDELINES FOR FILLING OUT THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONEnsure that the application is filled out either by typing or by writing in a clear and legible manner. Only fully completed applications that are signed and accompanied by all necessary documents will be taken into consideration. The following items should be included with the filled-out application form.Official copies of your Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 transcripts.Three original...

Intro The HMSA Kaimana Scholarship honors Hawaii high school seniors who demonstrate well-rounded achievement and a commitment to wellness through strong academics, athletic participation, and community involvement. Awarded students may apply the funds toward postsecondary education expenses; student-athletes must follow NCAA regulations if they plan to compete in college. Scholarship benefits Each Kaimana Scholar receives $5,000. The funds may be used for higher-education costs such as tuition, room and board, airfare to and from the airport closest to your school, books, or a laptop/desktop computer. Eligibility (must meet all) - Be a Hawaii high school graduate in 2026. Your GPA...

Overview Frank Der Yuen was a globally recognized aeronautical engineer, airline executive, and consultant. A graduate of Harvard and MIT, he engineered the all-weather, self-propelled passenger boarding bridges found at major airports worldwide. Mr. Der Yuen served as Executive Director of the Honolulu Airlines Committee and as a vice president of Aloha Airlines. He contributed to the design of the Daniel K. Inouye (Honolulu) International Airport and helped establish the Pacific Aerospace Museum formerly located there. About the Frank Der Yuen Aviation Scholarship The Frank Der Yuen Aviation Scholarship honors Mr. Der Yuen’s contributions to aviation by providing competitive financial...

The Madison Awards for Academic Excellence are merit-based recognitions that honor a wide range of achievements and potential. The responsibility of selecting recipients, who have shown academic success in a specific field of study and potential contribution to the university, lies with the academic colleges and departments.The award covers 75% of the in-state tuition and comprehensive fees for the year the student enters JMU.How to ApplyStudents' applications for admission to JMU will be automatically considered for the Madison Awards for Academic Excellence, eliminating the need for a separate application. However, students are advised to visit the Madison Scholarships Hub and...

Equity and opportunity for women and girls are central to AAUW’s purpose nationally and within our branch. Through our branch Charitable Foundation, we award the Doris Karlik Local Scholarships to women of Palm Beach County who are beginning or continuing undergraduate study. We also select and sponsor a local student to attend AAUW’s annual National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) in Maryland. Scholarship recipients and the NCCWSL designee are recognized at our annual installation dinner in May. Scholarship details - Award amounts: $500 to $1,000. - Application fee: none. - Next application deadline (all materials must be postmarked...

Palos-Orland Area AAUW — Anita Ritzler Scholarship Overview The Palos Orland branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) funds the Anita Ritzler Scholarship to support women aged 40 and older who are pursuing education at Moraine Valley. Award funds may be applied toward tuition, required fees, and textbooks at Moraine Valley Community College. Award Amount $1,000 Who May Apply - Female students who are at least 40 years old. - Must be currently enrolled at Moraine Valley Community College. - Must demonstrate financial need. Academic and Enrollment Requirements - Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. - Must be registered...

Introduction Each year the Scholarship Fund of the Minneapolis Branch of AAUW provides four-year college scholarships to women graduating from Minneapolis public high schools. Awards are intended for students who plan to earn a Baccalaureate degree at an accredited college or university and who demonstrate both financial need and academic readiness for college-level work. Eligibility - Graduate of any Minneapolis Public High School - Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 - Demonstrated financial need - Intention to pursue a Baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution - Evidence of success in college-level coursework (for example: IB, AP, PSEO, CIS, etc.) Award details...