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This bulletin offers students on available scholarships. Scholarship ad includes
application requirements, locations of applications, and specific
deadlines.
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The Alumni Association administers scholarships
and award programs that benefit students attending Valencia Community
College.
To learn more about the various Alumni Association Scholarships
that are available please click HERE!
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UCF Alumni Association
Community/State College Scholarship
The UCF Alumni Association awards scholarships each year to undergraduate students. Scholarship applications are available each spring (in early January) with an application deadline at the end of March. The scholarship winners are announced over the summer and the monetary awards are distributed at the beginning of the fall semester. The Community/ State College Scholarship awards up to four $1,000 scholarships for transfer students from any community/state college. Student(s) must transfer DIRECTLY from the community/state college to UCF and have demonstrated involvement to college campus, local community or exceptional work experience.
Download the 2010-2011 application packet found HERE.
Mailing Address:
UCF Alumni Association
Attn: Scholarship Committee
Fairwinds Alumni Center
P.O. Box 160046
Orlando, FL 32816.0046
Any questions can be emailed to knights@ucfalumni.com or call UCF Alumni Association at 407-823-2586.
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2010 by 5:00pm.
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National Association of Women in Construction Greater Orlando Chapter #73 Margaret Powell Scholarship
The National Association of Women in Construction Greater Orlando Chapter #73 Margaret Powell Scholarship is awarding again for talented females in construction related field. The amount of each scholarship shall be no less than $1000. Scholarships can be used for tuition, fees and required text books. To be eligible applicants must meet these requirements:
- Enrolled in civil engineering, construction technology, construction management, surveying, CAD Drafting and Design, etc.
- Applicant must be female.
- Applicant must reside in Lake, Seminole, Orange or Osceola County.
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Applicant must demonstrate need for financial assistance.
You may download application information HERE and a scholarship application HERE.
Please mail your complete application, three letters of reference and copy of your transcript in the same envelope to:
Cheryl Mellin
NAWIC Chapter #73 Scholarship Committee
c/o Winter Park Blue
160 Candace Drive
Maitland, FL 3275
The deadline to apply is May 14, 2010 by 5:00pm.
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Johnson Scholarship Foundation
Theodore Johnson was a senior executive of UPS and invested in company stock throughout his career.He established a scholarship program to assist the CHILDREN of United Parcel Service employees or retirees who live in Florida are eligible to apply for scholarship funds to attend college or vocational school in Florida.
To be eligible applicants must meet these requirements:
- Applicants must be qualified high school graduates who demonstrate financial need.
- Community college students and vocational school students may receive a maximum of $5,000 per year.
- Financial need is a factor in determining the amount of the award once the recipients are chosen.
For application information and instructions on how to apply click HERE.
The deadline to apply is April 15, 2010 by 5:00pm.
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The Orphan Foundation of American Scholarship
Casey Family Programs and The Orphan Foundation of American are pleased to announce that applications for college scholarships for students from foster care are now available for the 2010-2011 academic year. The Casey Family Scholars Program will award approximately 75 new scholarships for undergraduate study and career/technical training at accredited institutions and programs.
Undergraduate scholarships are awarded based on a combination of merit and need, and funding levels are determined based on cost of attendance and other resources.
Questions can be directed to:
Orphan Foundation of America (OFA) -- www.orphan.org
Tina Raheem at OFA -- (800) 950-4673
John Emerson at Casey Family Programs -- (206) 270-4921
For application information and instructions on how to apply click HERE.
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2010 .
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Council for Continuing Education for Women of Central Florida, INC. (CCEW)
The Council for Continuing Education for Women of Central Florida, INC. (CCEW) is to assist women to continue their vocational or professional education. Funds may be used for tuition and/or education associated fees, such as books or day care costs for children. School funds are paid directly to school or service provider. Applicant must attend an educational institution in Central Florida.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicant must-
- Be a woman at least 30 years old.
- Have been a full time resident of Central Florida for at least the previous 12 months.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Establish an attainable career goal and/or ability to improve earning capacity or earning skills.
APPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Please click HERE for application.
Print, complete and mail application by March 30, 2010 to:
CCEW Beatrice B. Ettinger Scholarship
PO Box 531161
Orlando, FL 32853
E-mail questions to: cflccew@aol.com
The deadline to apply is March 31, 2010 .
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USA Funds Scholarship
USA Funds is the nation’s leading education loan guarantor. A nonprofit organization, USA Funds works to enhance post secondary education preparedness, access and success by providing and supporting financial and other valued services.
USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships are open to high school seniors, currently enrolled college or professional degree students or incoming college or professional degree students who:
- Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full- or half-time undergraduate degree coursework at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school.
- Have an annual adjusted gross family income of $35,000 or less, as documented on a 2009 federal 1040 income tax return on which the applicant is claimed as a federal tax exemption.
- Are U.S. citizens or eligible non citizens.
- Are not currently in default on a federal education loan.
Complete the online scholarship application form.
The deadline to apply is February 15, 2010 by 5:00pm.
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Florida Realtors College Scholarships
The Florida Realtors continue to sponsor
their Scholarship/Essay Contest for High School Seniors. Be sure to
sign up for the easy-to-understand 2009-2010 contest, which
offers individual students the chance to win up to $6,000 in
scholarships.
How to Enter: : Students must write a typed,
double-spaced essay (500 words or less) on
the topic, “How Does a Realtor Professional
Benefit the Community?”
Visit Florida Realtors’ Media Center website, http://media.floridarealtors.org to download the scholarship/essay contest application kit, official cover forms.
The deadline to apply is February 8, 2010.
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Commercial Real Estate Women Scholarship (F516) 
Applications are now being accepted for CREW Scholarships!
CREW Scholarship requirements are listed below:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Full Time or Part Time Students may apply by July 15.
- Continuing Education, Certifications, and Credit Class students are eligible.
- Participation in accounting, architecture, business administration, construction, engineering, law, real estate, PACE Center, or Women in Transition are preferred but not required.
- Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
The Commercial Real Estate Women Scholarship may be renewable each semester and may be taken with a student to UCF with approved application. Student amount will vary based on the student's demonstrated financial need. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application for 2009-10 found HERE.
To learn more about the Commercial Real Estate Women Orlando (CREW Orlando) please click HERE.
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F516) on your application.
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National University Transfer to Triumph Scholarship
Since 1971, National University has been dedicated to making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging, and relevant to a diverse student population. As a nonprofit institution, National University invests in its students by providing them with quality educational instruction and learning technologies, superior faculty, and exemplary student services.
Students who are transferring from a Florida Community College may be eligible for the Transfer to Triumph program. Scholarship requirements are listed below:
- Be in good academic standing at the time of application to National University.
- Have completed at least 30 semesters units at a Florida or California Community College.
- Their last semester of attendance was at the Florida or California Community College and is within 24 months of their application date to National University.
If students believe that they qualify for this scholarship, they must initiate it through their admissions advisor who will make a preliminary eligibility determination. Once the student’s entire file is complete, the Registrar’s Office will evaluate the student and determine official eligibility for the scholarship.
Students will be sent an e-mail indicating whether they have been approved or denied for the scholarship based on official eligibility determination.
For information regarding National University you may contact Enrollment Counselor:
Alessandra Roper
Online Information Center
National University-Orlando
25 W. Crystal Lake St Ste 157
Orlando, FL 32806
Direct: 407-254-1232
Website: www.nu.edu
Email: aroper@nu.edu
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Hispanic College Fund
The Hispanic College fund awards over 600 students. Students from all underrepresented groups (women, minorities, persons with disabilities and individuals from rural and low income communities) encouraged to apply. Applicants must be a senior in high school, rising freshman or transfer student entering a 4-year bachelors degree program. Applicants must also have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent resident. There are several different kinds of scholarship awards offered by the Hispanic College Fund.
For applications and further information please visit
http://scholarships.hispanicfund.org/ .
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund mission is to double the rate of Hispanic Americans earning college degrees. It was founded in 1975 and awards several kinds of scholarships in the United States. Applicants must either be a high school senior, an undergraduate or graduate student, or a community college transfer student. Applicants must also be of Hispanic heritage and apply for Federal Financial Aid funding using the FAFSA.
For applications, further information and scholarship requirements please visit www.hsf.net .
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The United Negro College Fund
The United Negro College Fund is a minority higher education assistance organization which is over 65 years old. It has raised more than $3 billion dollars and helped 350,000 students attend and graduate from college. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA and have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA).
For applications, further information and scholarship requirements please visit
http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarship.asp .
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The SallieMae Fund
The SallieMae Fund is pleased to announce the launch of it's scholarship programs for academic year 2009-10. The various scholarships available are intended to benefit under served and minority students. All of their programs are based on financial need, as the Fund seeks to bridge the dollar gap when no one else can. The Fund aims to send the message that money is available to those who make the effort to apply.
For applications, deadlines and eligibility information
please visit
www.salliemaefund.org .
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The Valencia Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2009-2010 academic year. (Fall 2009, Spring 2010, and Summer 2010 terms.)
Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application for 2009-2010
Steps for submitting a Valencia-Selected Foundation Scholarship:
1. Please visit www.fafsa.ed.gov to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning January 01, 2009 for the 2009-2010 Aid Year.
2. Complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship application found HERE for 2009-2010 Fall and Spring Terms. Along with your application please include your personal statement. Submit all documents to the Answer Center on your campus.
3. If you are awarded a scholarship, write a thank you note to the provider of the scholarship and submit to Financial Aid Services. Your scholarship funds will be released for your use only after the Thank You note is written.
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Eccleston Callahan Memorial Scholarship (F402)
The Eccleston Callahan Memorial Scholarship is currently seeking students for their scholarship. There is a preference for student's under 21. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Must be enrolled Full-time.
- Must be mentally or physically handicapped.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application
found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F402) on your
application.
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Orlando Amateur Golf Classic Scholarship (F408)
The Orlando Amateur Gold Classic Scholarship is currently seeking a student enrolled in nursing and allied health, building construction technology, hospitality management, business technology and administration, legal assisting, criminal justice, computer technology or engineering technology. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Have a Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Be a qualified minority student.
- Physically Disabled.
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The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F408) on your application.
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Mercury Marine Scholarship (F470)
The Mercury Marine Scholarship is seeking an applicant who is the
son, daughter, current spouse of a Mercury Marine employee or of
a former employee of Mercury Marine who had contributed to the scholarship
fund. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application
found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F470) on your
application.
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William (Bill) McKelvy Expressway Authority Engineering
and Engineering Technology Scholarship (F484)
The William (Bill) McKelvy Expressway Authority Engineering and
Engineering Technology Scholarship is currently seeking a student
enrolled in an engineering technology program or in pre-engineering
intending to transfer for an engineering baccalaureate
degree. Applicants must also meet these additional
requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Have a Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Be a qualified minority student.
- Orange County residents have first priority, Seminole County
residents have second priority, and all other Florida counties
have third priority.
- Scholarship recipient
must attend a regular meeting of the Orlando/Orange. County
Expressway Authority to be recognized for their selection.
Recipient
is responsible for scheduling a meeting date.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application
found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F484) on your application.
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Society For Information Management (SIM) Central Florida Scholarship
The Society for Information Management Central Florida Scholarship are pleased to announce they are seeking deserving student(s) for their scholarship award of $1500. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Specific Course of Study Information Management/Technology or related discipline.
- Have a Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Be enrolled Full-time or Part-time.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name on your application.
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Center for High Tech Training Individuals With Disabilities Scholarship
(F564)
The Center for High Tech Training Individuals with Disabilities are currently seeking
applicants enrolled with in their office. Applicants must
also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application
found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F564) on your application.
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Jack Jennings Scholarship (F573)
The Jack Jennings Scholarship is currently seeking a student enrolled
in a construction technology or related career field. Applicants
must also meet these additional requirements:
- Have a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 Scale.
- Be currently working or intend to work in construction technology
or related career field.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application
found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F573) on your application.
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Judge G. Kendall Sharp /Boy Scouts of America /Central Florida Council Scholarship (F584)
The Judge G. Kendall Sharp /Boy Scouts of America /Central Florida Council Scholarship is currently seeking a student who is a registered scout in Central Florida Council ( Orange, Osceola, Volusia, and Flagler Counties). They must have attained a Star, Life, or Eagle rank. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Have a Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Must start or take classes on East Campus.
- Be enrolled Full-Time.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F584) on your application.
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Central Florida Amateur Softball Association Scholarship (F623)
The Central Florida Amateur Softball Association Scholarship is currently seeking a student who has completed community service with the Metro Orlando ASA. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Have a Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Must be a Full-Time Student.
- Must be resident of Orange, Osceola or Seminole County.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F623) on your application.
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Viola and George McLoughlin Gift Annuity
(F657)
This award was created for non-traditional or disadvantaged students,
especially those who might not qualify for other programs.
Examples include but are not limited to: victims of domestic and/or
sexual abuse, recovering substance abusers, homeless, those undergoing
career change, single parents, victims of tragic circumstances,
juvenile offenders, and those seeking re-entry to the community
following incarceration. There is NO minimum
GPA requirement for this award.
This scholarship award amount varies but is renewable upon completion
of one successful semester at Valencia.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply,
please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F657) on your application.
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Central Florida Kidney Centers INC. Scholarship (F680)
The Central Florida Kidney Centers INC. scholarship is looking for applicants enrolled in the nursing program. Applicants must meet these requirements:
- Must apply for financial aid through FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student aid).
- Student must demonstrate financial need.
- Be enrolled as a Full time student.
- Be enrolled in an Nursing program.
- Resident of Orange, Osceola, or Seminole County.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application for found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F680) on your application.
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Anna Fertic Foundation Scholarship (F745)
The Anna Fertic Foundation Scholarship is seeking applicants who have a family member that must have resided in Central Florida for at least 35 years. Applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 Scale.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition and books. To apply please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F745) on your application.
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M. Overstreet Hospitality
Scholarship (F765)
The M. Overstreet Hospitality Scholarship
is currently seeking a student enrolled in one of Valencia's Hospitality
& Tourism Institute programs. Applicants must also
meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Have a Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Demonstrated involvement in hospitality industry through work
and/or industry activities.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition. To apply, please
complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship
name & fund number (F765) on your application.
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Bloom N Grow Scholarship(F1143)
The Bloom N Grow Scholarship, an affiliate of Florida Federal of Garden Clubs, Inc., was organized by a group of West Orange County women sharing a common interest in gardening and horticulture. The purpose of this scholarship is to support educational opportunities for students who have an interest in gardening and horticulture. All applicants must meet these requirements:
- Must be Enrolled Full-Time or Part-Time.
- Preference for graduates of West Orange High School.
- Must be enrolled in Horticulture Science, Landscape or Horticulture Technology
The scholarship will pay toward tuition, books and fees. To apply please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at:
http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F1143) on your application.
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Legal Eagles Pathway Scholarship (F1158)
The Legal Eagles Pathway Scholarship is in search of deserving applicants for their dynamic scholarship. They are looking for phenomenal students who are currently majoring in Paralegal, Pre-Law or Criminal Law Programs. If students plan on attending Barry School of Law, they may be eligible for a stipend! All applicants must also meet these additional requirements:
- Submit a complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Demonstrate Financial Need.
- Must be Enrolled Full-Time or Part-Time.
The scholarship will pay toward tuition, books and fees. To apply please complete the Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application found at: http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/documents/ScholarshipApplication2009-10.pdf
** Remember to indicate the scholarship name & fund number (F1158) on your application.
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