Outside Scholarships
AES ENGINEERS Engineering scholarship of $500 based on an essay application found at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm . Deadline is September 15, 2008.
AMBI SKINCARE SCIENCE AND MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MINORITY WOMEN A national program designed to recognize and support Hispanic & African-American women in these respective fields. Five $10,000 scholarships toward tuition at any accredited science or medicine program in the
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN, ANACORTES BRANCH A $1500 award to assist a woman who is seeking an education to become employable. Applicant qualifications include: Fidalgo or Guemes Island residency for the last three years; head of household status and show financial need; entrance or enrollment in a vocational certification program/undergraduate degree/ or taking courses beyond the undergraduate level in preparation for an advanced degree. Application packets are available at the Anacortes Public Library, or at the SVC Financial Office (
AMERICAN INDIAN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Eligible applicants must be full-time students who demonstrate financial need and have close cultural ties to an American Indian tribe. All qualified applicants will be considered, but priority will be given to upper-division and graduate-level students. Applications are available on-line at http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/aies.asp . Applications must be mailed by the deadline of February 1, 2008 to Higher Education Coordinating Board, Student Financial Assistance Division,
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY FOUNDATION, INC. Several scholarships available to full-time students pursuing a four-year degree in welding engineering and welding engineering technology. Various requirements, restrictions, and awards. Most scholarships have an application deadline of January 15th, 2008. Visit the AWS website at www.aws.org or contact the AWS Foundation office at 1800-443-9353, ext 250.
BECU FOUNDATION will award 25 merit-based $2500 scholarships in 2008 to graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students who will attend college, technical college, or university in 2008/2009. Applicants must be a member of BECU and have a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Other selection criteria include community/school involvement, leadership and academic achievement. Scholarship and/or BECU membership application are available at http://www.becu.org/scholarship or by calling member services at 206-439-5700 or 1-800-233-2328. Applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2008.
BIG SUN ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP All student athletes in high school or attending a post secondary institute are eligible to apply for a $500 scholarship award. Application includes an essay of 500 words or less describing why you should be the winner of this award. Submit essay to athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com by the deadline of June 20, 2008. For more information, visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com .
BOB & ELEANOR GRANT TRUST Scholarship for first-generation college students studying natural or environmental sciences. The trust can provide up to $15,000 per year based on satisfactory student progress. Applicants must be: first-generation college students, planning to become a professional in natural or environmental sciences, in need of financial assistance to complete college, a resident of
BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF WASHINGTON has over $30,000 in scholarship money available to assist and encourage workforce training in the construction industry. Scholarship forms are available at www.biaw.com or by calling the BIAW Education Program at 800-228-4229. Completed application must be postmarked by May 19, 2008.
CASCADE CLAY ARTISTS AND SKAGIT ART ASSOCIATION grant an Art Dept. scholarship of $1000 to a deserving SVC AVA student who is pursuing a degree in the visual arts and intends to further their degree at SVC or another institution. Students will be selected based on their intent, need and a portfolio of their work. Interested applicants must pick up an application form, available in the Art Dept., and submit it with a word processed statement of intent and a portfolio of five of their own art works created in Art Dept courses. Full eligibility criteria are on the application form. Submissions must be made to SVC, Room H-222, on March 3rd between 12:30 and 4:00pm. No early or late submissions. Please contact the Art Dept. for further information. (See also listing for Skagit Art Association and Cascade Clay Artists.)
COCA-COLA SCHOLARS FOUNDATION $1000 & $2000 scholarships available, limit 1 per campus to an eligible 10 credit enrolled (Fall '08) student with community service /employment background and minimum 2.5 GPA. Visit www.coca-colascholars.org for information. Nomination submission deadline is May 31, 2008. Campus ID#3792A.
See the listing under "Scholarship America," http://scholarshipamerica.org/
EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY has several scholarship opportunities available. Please visit www.ewu.edu/scholarships for information and an on-line application. Deadline for most scholarships is February 1, 2008.
ELECTRICAL GENERATING SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION DAVID I. COREN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Qualified students are those pursuing a career in the On-Site Power Generation Industry (this may include Diesel Technicians.) You must be enrolled as a full-time student at a Voc-Tech, Community College, 2 or 4 year college. If entering as a freshman, you must include an acceptance letter from the school. Minimum cumulative GPA is 2.8. Deadline is May 1, 2008. Scholarship info and application available at http://www.egsa.org/education/scholarships.cfm . More info on this organization at www.EGSA.org .
THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE Several scholarships available for students transferring to The Evergreen State College in
FIDALGO ISLAND ROTARY CLUB CONNIE KELLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A $1000 scholarship award for students who are: a current resident of Fidalgo or Guemes Island, seeking initial or continued support for Vocational or Technical education, and who demonstrate the qualities that epitomized Connie Kelley; curiosity, perseverance, humor, courage, optimism, and determination in pursuing their chosen career and life. Requirements include: Application (available at SVC Financial Aid Office,
FORKS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PROGRAM Scholarships up to $5000 and more per year to students pursuing careers in Nursing, Physical Therapy, Pharmacy, Social Work , Mental Health, Chemical Dependency, and other healthcare occupations. Upon satisfactory completion of their academic program, recipients of FCH Scholarship awards are expected to provide 1-3 years of service with
THE FOUNDATION OF THE NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, INC.– The FNSNA announced its scholarships for the 2008-2009 academic school year. Scholarship criteria include: 1) Current enrollment and matriculation in a state approved nursing program leading to an associate degree, baccalaureate, diploma, generic doctorate or generic master's degree; or enroll in an RN to BSN, RN to MSN, or LPN/LVN to RN program. 2) Pre-nursing students taking courses to prepare for matriculation into a nursing program. 3) Attending classes and taking no less than six (6) credits per semester. 4) Involved in student nursing organizations and/or community health activities. 5) Document academic achievement. 6) Establish financial need. 7)
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND For students transferring to a 4-year college in Fall ’08 to Spring ’09. Applicants must be of Hispanic Heritage, a
INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The IHS Scholarship Program, created by the authority of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act, is designed to help the agency achieve the mission of raising the physical, mental, social and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level. Scholarships are available to eligible American Indian and Alaskan Natives focused on the health care profession in a variety of fields. Applications, Eligibility Criteria, and the Student Handbook may be downloaded from the HIS website http://www.scholarship.ihs.gov . Deadline is April 28, 2008 for NEW applications, and March 28, 2008 for receipt of continuation applications. Telephone inquires to 301-443-6197.
JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION For graduating sophomores entering a 4-year college in Fall '08, minimum
GPA 3.5, deadline is February 1, 2008. Complete eligibility requirements at www.jackkentcookefoundation.org .JANSON SCHOLARSHIP FUND Several scholarships in various amounts are available for undergraduate (post-high school) residents of
KITSAP QUILTERS' QUILT GUILD FIBER ARTS SCHOLARSHIP $1000 scholarship award to a deserving Fiber Arts student who meets the following criteria: a Washington State resident enrolled in a Fiber Arts program at an accredited Washington State college/university/technical institution, a student who has graduated from high school at least four years prior to application, a student who has completed course work above 100 level, a student with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Fiber Arts programs include (but are not necessarily limited to) sewing, weaving, clothing design, quilting, dyeing, basketry, curatorship and preservation, history and technical production of textiles (art courses that include design, composition, surface design, and art history are also considered.) Information and an application form are available on the Kitsap Quilters' Quilt Guild website, http://www.kitsapquilters.com/Scholarship_Information.htm. Application deadline date is May 2, 2008.
KSVR BILINGUAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP Eligible students must: be interested in providing news & information to the community through KSVR Radio Bilingue, be bilingual (preference given to native speakers Spanish/English,) be living in Skagit/Island/San Juan County, be a successful student with a minimum 2.0 GPA, and be enrolled at least half-time at Skagit Valley College in an academic or vocational program. For further information, and application, and for the Quarterly Application Deadlines, please visit www.skagit.edu - click on “Counseling/Advising” – then “Multicultural Student Services” – then “Scholarships.”
LUVERA SCHOLARSHIP FOR ANACORTES HIGH SCHOOL GRADS A current scholarship (Winter '08 and Spring '08 quarters) available to graduates of
MARTIN FAMILY FOUNDATION HONORS SCHOLARSHIP for community college students of exceptional ability and outstanding achievement to complete their baccalaureate degree at the
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN,
NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION In 2008, the NRAEF Scholarship Program will be awarding $1.7 million in scholarships to students throughout the
NCEEA STUDENT OF THE YEAR SCHOLARSHIP Northwest Career Educators and Employers Association sponsors two Student of the Year Scholarships each year intended for outstanding students based on quality of application and academic achievement through career-related experience. Each student winner will receive a certificate and an $800 scholarship. Applicants must be currently enrolled (or graduated within a year) college or university students who have completed a career-related experience (i.e. co-op, internship, volunteer, work-based learning) during the past calendar year (1/1/07 – 12/31/07); have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Additional information including application materials, application process, and contact info available at http://www.nceea.org/confdocs/127.pdf . Submission deadline is February 15, 2008.
NORTHWEST FUCHSIA SOCIETY ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP NWFS offers several scholarships for tuition and books to deserving students who are residents of the Pacific NW and who are pursuing a course of study in horticulture. Eligibility criteria include: academic history, school and community involvement, work experience, financial need, and membership in a fuchsia club. Visit the NWFS website at http://www.nwfuchsiasociety.com/ and click on the "Scholarship" button for an application form and for further information. Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2008 to be considered.
NORTHWEST PLUS CREDIT UNION Applicants must be a member, or related to a member by birth or marriage, of the credit union for at least 90 days prior to applying; and must live, work, or worship in Washington State. For information and an application, visit http://www.nwpluscu.com . Deadline is March 10, 2008.
NORTHWEST WATERCOLOR FOUNDATION GOLD GRANT SCHOLARSHIP AWARD Eligible applicants for this $1500 annual award must be full-time art majors working in a variety of 2-D media. Application forms and criteria are available at the Art Dept. Office or on-line at http://www.nwws.org . Submission deadline is February 28, 2008.
PHILLIP TARRO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN TECHNICAL THEATRE AND DESIGN In honor of Phillip Tarro, a graduate in Technical Theatre and Design from the University of Washington and Director of the SVC Theatre Arts Program until 1984; this $1,000.00 scholarship for the 08-09 academic year is for continuing or incoming full-time students at Skagit Valley College who have experience in the areas of technical theatre and/or design. Responsibilities of award recipients include assistance on all college productions in set construction, lighting, and sound; and acceptance of a leadership role in the theatre arts program. To apply, submit a letter of introduction and your resume by June 15, 2008 to: Mark O’Brien, Technical Director,
For further information, please contact Mark O’Brien or Andy Friedlander at 360-416-7723.
PRESIDENTIAL FORUM ON RENEWABLE ENERGY A nationwide student essay contest for 3 x $10,000 educational prizes concerning the issues of renewable energy, sustainability, and conservation. Eligible students must be, as of January 1, 2008, between the ages of 18 and 24, enrolled full-time or part-time in an undergraduate college program, and a citizen of the U.S. Info and submission details available at www.2008EnergyForum.org .
The due date for submissions is February 1, 2008.
PRIDE FOUNDATION / GREATER
Deadline is January 25, 2008.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIPS This program offers a wide variety of scholarships to multicultural students annually. Please visit http://www.rmhc.org/scholarships/ for details. Application deadline is February 15, 2008.
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN / DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY For unmarried children (under 23) of active duty, Reserve/Guard and retired military personnel, and survivors of deceased members. Eligibilty determined by DEERS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System ) database. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program of study leading to a Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Additional information and application can be found at http://www.militaryscholar.org or at http://www.commissaries.com . Applications must be received (not postmarked) at a commissary by the close of business on February 20, 2008. For a list of commissary locations, see www.commissaries.com "locations."
SEA MAR COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS 2008 FARM WORKER SCHOLARSHIP Each
-Detailed summary of financial need; including job income, family assistance, other scholarship aid, grants and loans.
-Up to five samples of news writing.
-Two letters of recommendation, one from the candidate’s journalism or writing professor.
-School and home telephone numbers and e-mail address of applicant.
-General resume of college experiences, including transcript.
Applications should be mailed by the deadline date of March 31, 2008 to:
Janet Grimley
Bobbi McCallum Scholarship
For further information, please contact Janet Grimley at janetgrimley@seattlepi.com.
SKAGIT COUNTY FARM BUREAU $1000 scholarship awarded to a graduating high school senior or an already enrolled student in good academic standing at an accredited college or vocational program. Must be a voting member, or the son or daughter of a voting Skagit County Farm Bureau member. Copies of transcripts, letters of recommendation, an essay, and an application form are required. For complete details and instructions, contact Annie Lohman at lohfarms@clearwire.net or Skagit County Farm Bureau Scholarship Committee at 360-766-7103, 15283 Sunset Road,
SKAGIT/ISLAND/SAN JUAN SCHOOL RETIREES ASSOCIATION awards two $1500 scholarships to currently attending SVC graduating sophomores who have been accepted to a 4-year college or university for Fall term of 2008, and planning to major in the field of Education. Applicants must submit the Skagit Valley College Scholarship Application & Essay (available at "Scholarship Forms & Info") to the SVC Financial Aid Office by
March 14, 2008. Other criteria include Academic History, Community Service, and Financial Need.
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF ANACORTES (A number of awards in various fields)
Scholarships available for Anacortes residents, and
1) Thelma Marani Health Services Scholarships, $2000 & $1500, to a man or woman entering a recognized health services program and not a previous awardee.
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3) Susan Woolsey Memorial Spirit of Community Academic Scholarship is for $2000 per year for two years to an Anacortes woman student of 21 years of age or older who is dedicated to social improvement of her community as evidenced by work with children, families, physical or mental health.
4) Lottie McGovern Continuing Education Scholarship to a focused woman who is motivated to improve her skills and qualifications in her chosen field. Applications are available at the Anacortes Public Library (
The deadline to return completed application to: Donna Rawhouser,
April 9, 2008.
The deadline for the following Women's Opportunity Award has already passed: A $1400 - $2000 award will be made to a woman from Anacortes. To be eligible you must: 1) Be a woman; 2) Attend or be accepted to a vocational/skills training program; 3) Be motivated to achieve your educational and career goals. Women who already have an undergraduate degree are ineligible to apply. Applications are available in the Mount Vernon Campus
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SOROPTIMIST NORTHWESTERN REGION Visit this website for further contact information regarding scholarship awards such as the Women’s Opportunity Award and the Professional Technical Award, http://www.soroptimistnwr.com/awards.htm . Various application deadlines apply.
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF OAK HARBOR WOMEN'S
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF SOUTH WHIDBEY ISLAND – A $1000 award will be made to a woman from
STANWOOD-CAMANO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) SCHOLARSHIP Two scholarships of $2800 each to eligible local students who have completed two years of college. Applicants must be residents of the Arlington/Stanwood/Camano Island area OR must be past graduates of Stanwood, Lincoln Hill,
TALBOTS WOMEN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND Eligible applicants must be Women residing in the U.S. who have earned a high school diploma or GED on or before September 1998, enrolled and attending the full 2008-2009 academic year, are receiving a degree no earlier than May 2009, and have at least 24 credit hours (2 semesters) remaining to complete an undergraduate degree as of the beginning of the 2008 fall academic term. Applications are available at all Talbot US stores, and on-line at www.talbots.com . Questions by phone to 507-931-0452. Deadline is January 2, 2008, or until 1,000 eligible applications have been received, whichever is earlier. Five $10,000 scholarships and fifty $1,000 scholarships are scheduled to be awarded.
TYLENOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Now in its 16th year, the TYLENOL Scholarship Program will award up to $350,000 in scholarships to future doctors, nurses, and other health professionals. 170 scholarships ranging from $1000 to $5000 will be granted. Applicants must be health care students, and will be judged on leadership qualities and academic performance. Applications must be received by May 15, 2008. Apply on-line at www.tylenol.com/scholarship, using the access key TYNL.
UNITED FOOD & COMMERCIAL WORKERS Up to $8000 each for UFCW members and their unmarried dependents. Visit www.ufcw.org/scholarship for application and information. Deadline is March 15, 2008.
VA MORTGAGE CENTER MILITARY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Five bi-yearly (May & November) $1,500 scholarship awards to college students with current or potential military affiliation. Eligibility criteria include: Current and prospective ROTC program students, Active-duty military personnel with plans to attend college, Honorably Discharged Veterans of the US military, Son and Daughters of Veterans or Active-duty military. Further information on the selection and application process available at http://www.vamortgagecenter.com/scholarships.html. Scholarship essays may be submitted between April 1st and May 12th for the current round of awards.
VENTURE CLUB OF
This award is intended for physically disabled individuals between the ages of 15 and 40 years old. Financial need and the capacity to profit from further education are the two crucial criteria sought in each applicant. Applications are available at the Whidbey Island Campus Skagit Valley College Financial Aid Office. The completed application must be received by the Oak Harbor Venture Club by February 29, 2008. Three student aid awards are presented annually.
VETERANS FOUNDATION – POST 4137 – SCHOLARSHIP A tuition scholarship of $5000 for persons in secondary education or college who are (honorably discharged) veterans, children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren of U.S. Veterans. You must be enrolled or admitted to an eligible school by April 1, 2008, with the scholarship to be used beginning with either the 2008 summer or fall term. A legible copy of the DD-214 is also required. Applications are available in the SVC Financial Aid Office (
For additional information, please contact Post 4137 Veterans Foundation at scholarship@invictalaw.com.
Visit http://www.washingtonbfaa.org/scholarships.htm . Deadline is March 28, 2008.
WASHINGTON FARM BUREAU RAY DEVRIES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers up to five $2000 scholarships each year to students currently enrolled in agriculture or a related field at an accredited college or university. Applicants must be a member, or the son/daughter/legal dependent of a current Washington Farm Bureau member enrolled in a field of agriculture (e.g. food science, horticulture, ag technical course, animal science, etc. or in a course related to agriculture. Visit http://www.wsfb.com/programs/scholarships for a printable scholarship application and further information.
To be considered, you must also apply for the
March 30, 2008 deadline.
WASHINGTON NASA SPACE GRANT Scholarships open to current Community College students planning to enter the University of Washington in Fall Quarter '08. Applicants must be residents of
WASHINGTON SOCIETY OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS Qualified applicants will be beginning their Junior of College/University in Fall 2008, have completed at least two accounting courses with the intention of becoming a Certified Public Accountant, and must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA overall. Minimum awards are $1,000 annually. Information and applications may be accessed at http://www.discovercpa.org/discovercpa/scholarships/scholarship_list.cfm
Application deadline is March 1, 2008.
WASHINGTON STATE HOME AND COMMUNITY EDUCATORS WOMEN IN TRANSITION SCHOLARSHIP
A $750 scholarship awarded to a woman 25 years of age or older who: has a definite plan to use the desired training to enter or re-enter the job market, or to improve chances for advancement, or to train for a new career field (special consideration will be given to women entering family-related fields.) Other criteria include a need for financial assistance, and
WHITMAN COUNTY RETIRED SCHOOL EMPLOYEES A $1000 scholarship to a worthy candidate who meets the following criteria: a graduate of a Whitman County Public High School who has successfully completed the freshman college year, a student in the field of Education and who is planning to become a teacher, a student who demonstrates financial need. Application forms are available at the SVC Financial Aid Offices (Mt Vernon & Oak Harbor) and must be received by Whitman County Retired School Employees Association by the deadline of April 15, 2008.