Math and Science Scholarships
BARRY M. GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIPS
Established by Congress in 1986 to foster and encourage excellence in science and mathematics, the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation operates an educational scholarship program designed to provide opportunities for American undergraduate students with excellent academic records and outstanding potential. Goldwater Scholarships support study in the fields of mathematics, engineering and the natural sciences as preparation for careers in these areas. The Foundation will award up to 300 Goldwater Scholarships to students who will be college Juniors or Seniors during the 2008-2009 academic year. Awards are made on the basis of merit. Yale College is invited to nominate four Sophomores or Juniors to the national competition.
Each award covers eligible expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 per year. Goldwater Scholars are eligible for one or two years of support.
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ELIGIBILITY: U.S. citizens, resident aliens, U.S. nationals; Sophomores and Juniors
PURPOSE: Undergraduate study (engineering, mathematics, or the sciences)
STUDENT GRANTS DATABASE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 26, 2007
Miller Brewing Company National Scholarship - $3,000
The Miller Brewing Company National Scholarship is open to College Undergraduate Applicants and has an application deadline in the Summer. The award range is $3,000 and the minimum GPA requirement is 3.00.
The eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Must be full-time student eligible for junior status at a college or university in the fall
and maintain full-time status - Must be pursuing degree in business or related field
- Must be eligible for financial aid from a federal or state-funded program
The application requirements are as follows:
- Letters of recommendation
- Complete online application and student survey form
- Resume
- Be willing to participate in Adelante’s Leadership Institute and possibly a paid internship
in summer in a business or corporation
United Methodist Scholarships
A variety of scholarships are available for students attending United Methodist related colleges, studying for a religion related degree and/or students who attend Methodist churches pursuing other areas of study besides religion.
United Methodist scholarships are available to undergraduate students at more than 100 United Methodist-related colleges and universities. Many of the scholarships for graduate students are designated for persons pursuing a degree in theological studies (M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D.), higher education administration or older adults changing their careers. Scholarships for racial ethnic undergraduate or graduate students and UM students at non-UM schools are also available.
$40,000 Television Broadcasting Scholarship
A $40,000 college scholarship will be awarded by the Foundation of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The award will go to a high school student who will persue studies in the area of television broadcasting or a related field.
Applications are due December 12.
New Jersey Conservation Science Scholarship
The New Jersey Association of Conservation Districts will award a $1,000 Memorial Scholarship to any state resident who: is a full-time college student, has completed four full semesters of study, and is enrolled in a major related to conservation of natural resources such as agriculture, agronomy, soil science, plant science, forestry, geography, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries management or other related areas. Applications are due Oct. 6 and are available by contacting Freehold Soil Conservation District at (732) 683-8500.
Siemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science & Technology
The Siemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science & Technology is a nationally recognized science research competition for high school students. There are six regional events held a universities across the country that students must participate in to qualify for the national event. The deadline for students to enter the 2005-06 Siemens Westinghouse Competition is Monday, October 3.
Regional finalists each receive scholarships of $1,000 each for team members and and $3,000 each as an individual regional winner. The winning team will receive $6,000 to be divided among team members. Regional winners have the opportunity to advance to the National Competition in New York City.
The top placing individual and team winners at the national event will be awarded additional scholarships of $100,000. Runners up will receive scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $50,000.
Competition Schedule
November 4th and 5th, 2005
Western Region: University of California, Berkeley
Southwestern Region: University of Texas at Austin
November 11th and 12th, 2005
New England Region: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Midwestern Region: University of Notre Dame
November 18th and 19th, 2005
Middle States Region: Carnegie Mellon University
Southern Region: Georgia Institute of Technology
December 1st - 5th, 2005
National Finals
New York City
America Loves Math Scholarship Grades 3-12
The 1st annual “America Loves Math” competition invites 3rd-12th grade students to write about why they love math!
Students in grades 3 through 12 are invited to submit a brief essay (250 words or less) about why they love math. Essays will be judged in three age categories:
Elementary (3rd-5th grades), Junior High (6th-8th grades) and High School (9th-12th grades).
The best overall essay (from any age category) will win the Grand Prize: a $1000 college scholarship and a free individual entry into the 2005-2006 Online Math League. $250 college scholarships and free individual Online Math League entries will be awarded to the best essays in each of the age ranges not represented by the Grand Prize winner.
In addition, five second-prize winners will be chosen from each age category. These 15 winners will also receive free individual entries into the 2005-2006 Online Math League contests.
Students who wish to enter this contest should go to http://www.onlinemathleague.com read the full contest rules and to submit their essays. All essays must be received by midnight on October 21, 2005. Winners will be notified on October 24, 2005.
Scholarships in Religion for Journalists
Journalists interested in taking college courses in religion or spirituality may apply for a new scholarship program offered by the Religion Newswriters Association.
Twenty journalists will receive scholarships for up to $5,000 each to study religion at any accredited college, university or seminary. Scholarships cover expenses including tuition, registration fees and books. Scholarships are funded by a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment, Inc. to the Religion Newswriters Foundation, RNA’s charitable arm.
Application Deadline: October 1, 2005
Lilly Scholarships in Religion for Journalists
Methodist Seminary Scholarships
Annual scholarships have been awarded to 10 seminarians showing the spirit of a teacher and theologian who was instrumental in the 1956 decision giving women full clergy membership in the Methodist Church.