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We thank Gloria E. Waite, O.D., Pinole Valley High School
parent volunteer, for compiling and sharing this list.
SCHOLARSHIPS AS OF 5/21/08
1. SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP SWEEPSTAKES
High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for their first
year expenses at an accredited college or private career school.
One winner will be chosen every two weeks from Oct. 31st, through
May 15, 2008. Scholarship check payable to the winner’s school
of attendance. A SunTrust $100 Visa Gift card also goes to each
winner. Only one entry per person for each drawing. Students can
register after each drawing for the next scheduled drawing. No purchase
or transaction necessary to enter or win. Visit: offtocollege.info
or suntrusteducation.com.
2. BURA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The program is for children of low income families and foster children.
Scholarships are for 2-4 year colleges and vocational/technical
schools. For info and to download an application go to: www.tbsfund.org.
3. USA FUNDS SCHOLARSHIPS
The scholarships are targeted for families with incomes of $35,000
or less. They are one time scholarships of $1,500 for full or half-time
students enrolled or planning to be enrolled at accredited two-year
institutions beginning with the Fall 2008 term. Go to: http://www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship/index.htm
to apply online. For Spanish version go to: www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship_spanish/index.htm.
4. NELNET EDUCATION PLANNING & FINANCING SCHOLARSHIPS
Ten grand prizes of up to $25,000 to cover one year of undergraduate
college costs. 750 first prizes of $1,000 to help pay for undrg4raduate
college costs. Eligibility: high school juniors and seniors—at
least 2 winners from each state and Washington, D.C. are
Guaranteed. NO essay required to enter or win; nor academic or extracurricular
activities. Winners are randomly selected. Online entries at www.nelnet.com/win.
Can be entered daily. Drawings are monthly through August 3, 2008.
5. NORDSTROM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
There are five $10,000 scholarships paid over 4 years in installments
of $2,500. Eligibility: 1. be a senior in the fall of 2008 (junior
now) 2. Maintain 2.7 to 4.0 GPA
3.Financial need and complete a financial information form 4. Must
attend accredited college-level institution for the award period
5. no conviction for any crime. Deadline: May 31, 2008. Applications
available in scholarship file in counselor’s center. Questions:
Leslie Aoyama 650-688-2523 or email leslie.aoyama@nordstrom.com.
6. HISPANIC HERITAGE YOUTH AWARDS
Educational grants of $3,000, $2,000 and $1,000 in several categories
for high school seniors. Requirements: senior, attending college
in Fall 2008, Hispanic/Latino descent, U.S. citizen or permanent
resident, and 3.00 GPA. Info: www.HispanicHeritage.org or call 1-866-665-2112.
7. VIETNAM VETERANS GROUP OF SAN QUENTIN SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship is for $1,500. There may also be a possible Mary
Manley Inspirational Scholarship award for an exceptionally inspiring
essay. Deadline: May 30, 2008. Requirements: completed application,
copy of parents DD-214 (showing Service in RUN), copy of birth certificate
showing relationship(s) to veterans, 250 word essay, three letters
of reference, and school transcripts. Applications in scholarship
file in counselor’s center. Questions: Deborah Sheldon at
415-454-1460 Ext. 6041 or 6069.
8. KAISER PERMANENTE LATINO ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: reside in Kaiser service area, be a graduating senior,
Latino descent/heritage, 3.0 GPA, and planning a career goal in
health. Deadline: May 31st. Applications available from counselors.
Questions: Antonio Wong @ 707-645-2341 or by email Antonio.Wong@kp.org.
5/21/08 Waite
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