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Scholarships for Adult Students

Many adults, returning students, or continuing education students think that scholarships are for teenagers only. This is not true. There are many college scholarships and grants for adults. All you need to do is invest more effort in tracking them down. When you search for scholarships and college grants you will find that many are oriented towards senior high school students, but it does not mean that there aren't any good scholarships for adults.

As an adult, returning student or continuing education student you'll find that there are two major types of scholarships that you may be able to apply and get.

1. Scholarships and college grants specifically for adult students. The adult applicant must meet specific requirements such as minimum age or that the applicants must have taken a break from school to raise children or to work.

2. Scholarships aimed to any student who is in college or will attend college regardless of whether they are "traditional" or "non-traditional" students. These scholarships and college grants are numerous and usually require that you are in a specific year of study or that you pursue a particular major. Scholarships open to freshmen are the ones you can also apply for before you actually start school so that you can use the money to pay for the first year of school. Unless the scholarship specifically says you need to be a high school student to apply, any adult returning to school may apply.

Available Scholarships

GENERAL CRITERIA

SuperCollege Scholarship
http://www.supercollege.com
Each year Super College uses a portion of the proceeds from the sale of its books toawards scholarships to outstanding students. There are no age limits but you have to be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. You may study any major, and attend or plan to attend any accredited college or university in the US They only accept online applications. Please apply using the online application at www.supercollege.com. Only online applications are accepted. The award must be used for tuition or tuition-related fees, textbooks, or room and board at an accredited college or university in the United States. Award range: $500-$2,500 per award.

Sallie Mae Fund Unmet Need Scholarship
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org
Scholarship awards, ranging from $1,000 to $3,800, will be made payable to the school on behalf of the student and are intended to supplement, rather than substitute for, aid from an institution. Visit the site for details.

Target
http://target.com/target_group/community_giving/scholarships.jhtml
The Target All-Around Scholarship program is unique as it recognizes volunteer work as well as academic achievement. We?re proud to be able to thank and reward any student who makes the grade at such a high level in the community. Target awards over six hundred $1,000 All-Around Scholarships each year, including one $25,000 scholarship to a high school senior and college student age 24 or younger.

Walmart
http://www.walmartfoundation.org
Each operating Wal-Mart Store and SAM'S CLUB is eligible to award two $1,000 scholarships to qualifying local high school seniors. Students must be graduating high school seniors and must not be an Associate of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., or be the child/dependent of an Associate of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. This award is used for the student's freshman year tuition, books, fees and on-campus room and board at an approved, accredited US college or university. As many as 6,000 of these awards may be given during the upcoming year to graduating high school seniors and is limited to those students with no affiliation to Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

All-Ink.com
http://www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx
All-Ink.com is offering up to $10,000 in scholarships to qualified students who are enrolled or planning to participate in an accredited college or university program. Students who apply must be a United States citizen or permanent resident with a minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average. In addition, students applying are required to write a 50 to 200 word essay on who has had the greatest impact on your life, and a 50 to 200 word essay on what you hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after completing college.

The Computer Society International Design Competition
http://www.computer.org/csidc/index.htm
The Computer Society International Design Competition is open to undergraduate computer science and Computer Engineering students. Teams must design and implement computer-based solutions to real world problems. The spirit of the competition is ingenuity and originality in using PCs or handheld computers to create a computer-based system that performs a socially useful function. Teams may consist of a faculty mentor and four undergraduate students (not all members have to be computer science/engineering major)

Kodak Scholarships
http://www.kodak.com/
Kodak Scholarships awards varying amounts to $5,000 for those studying in film/cinematography at US colleges. Number of awards: Varies.

The Building Industry Association Scholarship
http://www.biasw.org/programs.html
The Building Industry Association Scholarship is available to students interested in becoming involved in the building industry. You must have completed at least one semester of study prior to application and demonstrate potential in the building industry to be eligible for this award. Academics, personal achievements, and financial need will also be considered. Eligible majors include, but are not limited to: advertising, finance, construction, management, architecture, carpentry, city planning, business, real estate, law, interior design, and liberal arts.

The Scholarship Frenzy
http://www.scholarshipfrenzy.com/services/scholarships.jsp
The Scholarship Frenzy Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in college or graduate school. You must nominate a business for the business of the year and submit an essay describing how the company is involved in the community and why it should be selected as business of the year.

The Microsoft Undergraduate Technical Scholarship
http://www.microsoft.com/college/ss_overview.mspx
The Microsoft Undergraduate Technical Scholarship is open to students currently pursuing a 4-year degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or a related field such as math or physics (with an interest in computer science) at an institution in the United States, Canada or Mexico. Microsoft is offering more than a half-million dollars in scholarships in the upcoming year. Get information on eligibility, general scholarship provisions, and the application review process.

The Ronald Reagan Future Leaders Program
http://www.thephillipsfoundation.org/future_leaders/
The Ronald Reagan Future Leaders Program is open to students who demonstrate leadership on behalf of the cause of freedom, American values and constitutional principles. This program recognizes outstanding young leaders on campus and in the community who are making significant, positive differences to promote American values on their college campus. To be eligible, you must be a US citizen and be enrolled full-time and in good standing at any accredited, four-year degree-granting institution in the United States or its territories. An essay describing your background, educational and career objectives, leadership and achievements, among other criteria, will be required. Finally, you will be asked to submit at least two letters of recommendation.

A. Patrick Charnon Scholarship
http://www.cesresources.org/
The A. Patrick Charnon Scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students who have been accepted to or who are currently enrolled in a four-year college or university. Students who value tolerance, compassion and respect for all people in their communities, and who have demonstrated their commitments to theses values by their actions will be considered for this award. In addition to an official transcript and three letters of recommendation, you must submit a typed 2-4 page essay on how community service experiences have shaped your life and how you will use your college education to build communities in a manner consistent with Pat Charnon's values of compassion, tolerance, generosity and respect.

Datatel Scholars Foundation scholarship
http://www.datatel.com/global/scholarships/applicants/opportunities.cfm
The Datatel Scholars Foundation scholarship is open to fulltime and part-time students (taking at least six credit hours), as well as undergraduate and graduate students attending an eligible Datatel client institution.

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
http://www.JackieRobinson.org
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship awards $6,000 per year. Number of winners is about 100. It's renewable. Academic merit, leadership, community service, all fields are considered. Deadline is usually in April.

United College Fund Scholarships
http://www.uncf.org/
The UNCF is one of our major scholarship gateways. The awards are of varying amounts, and there are a great many under different names and requirements (Grandmet, Duracell, for example). The deadline is usually December.

Intel Science Talent Search
http://www.sciserv.org/sts
Intel Science Talent Search awards from $5,000 to $100,000. There are approx. 40 awards in this prestigious competition. You must present a scientific research project. Deadline: December.

National Action Council For Minorities in Engineering (NACME) Scholarships
http://www.nacme.org
This is our major engineering scholarship gateway up to $ 20000. You must be an engineering student. The deadline is usually in February. Go to the website for details, or contact financial aid officials at your college.

Gates Millennium Scholarships
http://www.gmsp.org
The Gates Millennium Scholarship objective is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for thousands of outstanding students with significant financial need. The scholarship will cover room, board and tuition for at least 1,000 high school students a year.

American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants Scholarships (AICPA)
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm
The award is for undergraduates studying accounting at a US college with at least 30 credits completed. Awards up to $5,000 with about 300 winners annually. Deadline is in July. Go to website for GPA requirements and details.

Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarships
http://www.coca-colascholars.org/
This is a major competition with hundreds of over 250 awards going to "scholars," with academic, leadership, and talent qualities. The award amount is from $4,000 to $20,000. You can apply on-line.

Harry S. Truman Scholarship
http://www.truman.gov
Harry S. Truman Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarships. It's shaped for students who intend to pursue a career targeted to public service or government. Graduate study should be a goal, with a portion of the funds directed there. You must be at least a junior, and your college must nominate you. A "nomination" package must be created. The awards can reach as high as $30,000 over the years. Generally about 80 students are selected. The deadline is February 1st.

Ambassadorial Scholarships
http://www.rotary.org/
This is the prestigious "rotary" organization scholarship for students who can speak another language and want to study abroad in the "host" country of that language. Award amounts are from $10,000 to $23,000 for a 3 month to full year of study abroad. You should have completed at least 2 years of college work.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Scholarships
http://www.akaeaf.org
The above link is to the Chicago headquarters and that gateway of scholarships. Note that there are over 700 AKA Chapters, and you would be wise to contact sorors at local locations. Scholarship opportunities abound. The deadline at AKA headquarters is Feb. 15. Applications (at the website) must be sent between Dec. 1st and January 30th each year.

The Cohen & Company Accounting Internship
http://www.cohencpa.com/
The Cohen & Company Accounting Internship is available to accounting students. You must have completed Accounting Principles I and II and Accounting Intermediate I and II with minimum 3.2 GPA to be eligible for this award. You must also demonstrate a desire to grow professionally in addition to becoming skilled in the areas of audit and tax. Additionally, one tax course is preferred, but not required, for winter internships.

Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust
http://www.evaleeschwarztrust.org/
The Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education provides interest-free loans to undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and financial need. You must be a US citizen, qualify for financial need in the form of government grants and be enrolled in a school in the state in which you reside. You must also have an outstanding combination of standardized test scores (ranking in the top 10% nationally) and class rank to be eligible for this award. Students who are seeking a law degree are not eligible.

TextbookX
http://www.textbookx.com/scholarship/
The TextbookX Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in good standing at an accredited college or university in the US. You must be a legal resident of the US or an international student with a valid visa to be eligible. To apply for this scholarship, you must write a 250 to 750 word essay on a specific topic. Visit the site for more information.

Jane Austen Society of North America
http://www.jasna.org/essaycontest/index.html
The Jane Austen Society of North America Essay Contest is open to high school, undergraduate and graduate students. You must write an essay of 1200 to 2000 words on a specific following topic. Visit the site for information.

Gilman International Scholarship Program
http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/index.html
The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers a competition for awards for undergraduate study abroad and was established by the International Academic Opportunity Act of 2000. This scholarship provides awards for US undergraduate students who are receiving federal Pell Grant funding at a 2-year or 4-year college or university to participate in study abroad programs worldwide.

Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
http://www.astronautscholarship.org/
More than 50 astronauts from the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs are helping the United States retain its world leadership in science and technology by providing scholarships for college students who exhibit motivation, imagination, and exceptional performance in the science or engineering field of their major. To date, the foundation has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships to 182 deserving students.

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship
http://www.act.org/goldwater/
The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was established by Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry M. Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the US Senate. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields.

The Roothbert Fund
http://www.roothbertfund.org/scholarships.php
The principal focus of The Fund is its Scholarships Program, through which it makes grants for undergraduate or graduate study at accredited colleges or universities. Scholarships may only be applied to study at an accredited institution based in the United States. Grants are averaging $2,000-$3,000 and are meant to be supplementary.

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
http://www.jackkentcookefoundation.org
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is committed to help young people of exceptional promise reach their full potential through education. We focus in particular on scholarships for outstanding individuals with financial need.

Morris K. Udall Scholarship
http://www.udall.gov/
The Morris K. Udall Scholarship and Excellence in National Environmental Policy Foundation awards 80 merit-based scholarships of up to $5,000 and 50 Honorable Mentions of $350 to: (1) college sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated outstanding potential and a commitment to pursuing careers related to the environment; (2) Native American and Alaska Native college sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated outstanding potential and a commitment to careers related to tribal public policy or health care.

Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship Fund
http://www.jackituckfield.org/
The Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship Fund offers THIRTY $1,000 AWARDS to students meeting the following: (1) Be an African American United States citizen resident of South Florida, enrolled full-time in a graduate business degree program (master's or doctoral), at a Florida University during the Fall, Winter, Spring, or Summer term of the 2005-2006 academic year. The applicant must plan to pursue a professional career in South Florida. (South Florida includes Broward, Dade, Collier, Charlotte, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Indian River, Lee, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, Manatee, Martin, Monroe, St. Lucie and Sarasota counties.) (2) Submit a two-page essay on: "Why I Should Be Awarded A Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship"

Beinecke Scholarship Program for graduate studies in the arts, humanities and social sciences
http://www.beineckescholarship.org/
The program seeks to encourage and enable highly motivated students to pursue opportunities available to them and to be courageous in the selection of a graduated course of study.

ATHLETES MINORITIES & OTHER AFFINITY GROUPS

National Association of Black Journalists
http://www.nabj.org/
NABJ offers 10 scholarships. It's a $2,500 award. Students should be attending a four-year University. They must present three letters of recommendation from a school adviser, dean or a faculty member. Also, a 500-800 word article on a Black journalist must be presented. A grade point average of 3.0 is desirable. Eligible students must be majoring in journalism-print, photography, radio or television. One of those should be a career goal.

National Association of Hispanic Journalist
http://www.nahj.org/student.html
National Association of Hispanic Journalist awards from $1000 - $5000. Students interested in journalism as a career can apply. Deadline is Feb 28th. See web site for application and information.

Hispanic College Fund Scholarships
http://www.hispanicfund.org
Major site for Hispanic students majoring in business-related areas, A to Z (accounting, human resources, communications, and more). The award amount varies. Over 140 awards granted. Deadline: April.

American Institute of Architects Minority Disadvantaged Scholarship
http://www.e-rchitect.com/institute/scholar.htm
This is a scholarship for minority students enrolling in architecture programs.
Awards are from $500 to $3,000. Generally 20 students are selected. Deadline is December 6.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund
http://www.hsf.net/scholarships.php
This site features scholarship programs specifically for current Hispanic undergraduate students attending a community college or four-year institution.

Developmental Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology Scholarships
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/dlhinson/dfb_sch.htm
Award amount: $2,000 and renewable. Several scholarships granted. This is for science or engineering students at HBCUs. Deadline is June 15.

Sallie Mae Fund American Dream Scholarship Program
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org
The American Dream Scholarship Program, established in partnership with UNCF, aims to increase the number of African-Americans attending college. Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000. Visit the site for details.

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarships
http://www.nsbe.org
The award amounts generally range from $1,500 to $3,000 for members of NSBE. Number of awards varies. This is primarily for engineering students, and others majoring in related disciplines. Deadlines vary.

ARMY ROTC Scholarships for Historically Black Colleges
http://www.rotc.monroe.army.mil/scholarship_HPD/fouryear/hbcu.htm
Students looking to enroll at a HBCU must enroll in the Army ROTC. Award amount to full-tuition. Many awards. Must have minimum 920 on SAT or 19 ACT score. Deadline is November 15.

Minority Access Internship Program
http://www.minorityaccess.org/intern_program_04.htm
The Minority Access Internship Program is available to all undergraduate and graduate students. You must be a US citizen, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least your undergraduate freshman year. This program is intended to offer students experience in diversity and scope of career opportunities available in the federal government and other participating entities. In addition to the application, you must submit an official academic transcript, one letter of recommendation and a resume to be eligible for this award.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program
http://www.ugsp.nih.gov
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research.

The September 11 Scholarship Alliance
http://www.scholarships911.org/
The September 11 Scholarship Alliance is coordinating scholarship funds created to assist families of people killed or permanently disabled in the terrorist attacks on America on September 11, 2001, including airplane crews and passengers, World Trade Center and Pentagon workers and visitors, and relief workers - including firefighters, law enforcement and port authority officers, and emergency medical personnel.

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)
http://www.chci.org/chciyouth/scholarship/scholarshipawards.htm
This premier scholarship opportunity is afforded to Latino students who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future. There is no GPA or major requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply. Recipients will receive (1) Scholarships of $2,500 to attend a four-year or graduate-level academic institution; or (2) Scholarships of $1,000 to attend a two-year community college.

Actuarial Scholarships for Minority Students
http://www.beanactuary.org/minority/scholarship.cfm
The Casualty Actuarial Society/Society of Actuaries scholarship program is available to the following groups that are underrepresented in the actuarial profession: African North American, Hispanic, and Native North American. An applicant must be either a US citizen or have a permanent resident visa.

FOR WOMEN

Business and Professional Women's Foundation
http://www.bpwusa.org
The Career Advancement Scholarship Program is for women who are advancing their careers or re-entering the workforce.

Jeannette Rankin Foundation awards
http://www.rankinfoundation.org
Each year the Jeannette Rankin Foundation awards grants to low-income women who have a vision of how their education will benefit themselves, their families, and their communities. The JRF grants are for $2000 and are awarded each fall. The grants are typically distributed through the financial aid office, but are not restricted to tuition expenses.

Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting
http://www.efwa.org
The Women in Transition Scholarships and Women in Need Scholarships are for women who are pursuing degrees in accounting and the undergraduate and graduate level.

Hispanic Women's Council Scholarship
http://www.hispanicfoundation-sv.org/scholarships.html
Phone:(213) 725-2456
This scholarship is for low-income Hispanic women who are at least 25 years old .

National League of American Pen Women
http://www.nlapw.org/
A scholarship is offered every other year to female undergraduates, age 35 or older, who are interested in art, music, or writing.

Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation
http://www.ptmfoundation.net
Gives educational support awards and small grants to low-income women, especially mothers, pursuing technical, undergraduate or graduate education.

Society of Women Engineer Scholarships
http://www.swe.org
These scholarships are targeted for women who are majoring in engineering or computer science. Award amount are from $200 to $5,000, and at least 90 are granted.

Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund
http://www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp
Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund, a program of the Talbots Charitable Foundation, awards $100,000 in scholarships to women determined to finally get that college degree. Scholarship awards are based primarily on financial need and previous achievement for women who earned their high school diploma or GED at least 10 years ago.

Women's Independence Scholarship Program
http://www.sunshineladyfdn.org
Funds for survivors of partner abuse who are in school to achieve the financial stability necessary for independence and self-sufficiency.

Make A Statement Scholarship
http://www.exclamationbycoty.com/scholarship.html
The Make a Statement Scholarship is available to females who are 18 years of age or older. You must be, or plan to be, enrolled and matriculated in a 2-year or 4-year accredited undergraduate program at a US college, university or vocational-technical school. You must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award.

Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program
http://www.zonta.org
By remembering Amelia Earhart through this fellowship, Zonta International encourages and supports women to expand their horizons by pursuing aerospace-related science and aerospace engineering. There have been 1,052 Amelia Earhart Fellowships totaling over $5.4 million awarded to 721 fellows worldwide.

Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships
http://www.zonta.org
Since 1998, 157 Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships have been provided to women representing 32 countries, enabling women to find their place in the business world.

Young Women in Public Affairs Program
http://www.zonta.org
The Young Women in Public Affairs Awards encourage young women to pursue careers in government, public policy and community organizations.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Nancy Foster Scholarship Program
http://fosterscholars.noaa.gov/
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding scholarship and encourages independent graduate level research -- particularly by female and minority students -- in oceanography, marine biology and maritime archaeology.

Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund
http://www.phillips-scholarship.org/
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund offers scholarships to students with financial need who display academic excellence, strong citizenship and character, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to society.

David L. Boren Graduate Fellowships
http://www.iie.org/
The National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Graduate Fellowships enable US graduate students to pursue specialization in area and language study or to add an international dimension to their education.

John L. Carey Scholarships
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/jlcs.htm
Applicants must have obtained a liberal arts degree prior to enrolling in a graduate accounting program. Applicants must be liberal arts degree holders of a regionally accredited institution in the United States. Applicants must be accepted into, or in the process of applying to, a graduate program in accounting that will enable them to sit for the CPA Examination at a college or university whose business administration program is accredited by the AACSB - The International Association for Management Education or the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Applicants must express the intention to pursue a CPA certificate. Scholarship recipients must begin their graduate program within the year that the scholarship is awarded. Recipients must be full-time students throughout the period during which they receive the scholarship. The amount of the scholarship is $5,000 for one year and is renewable for an additional year of study provided satisfactory scholastic progress is maintained.

Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship For minority students
http://www.ache.org/Faculty_Students/dent_scholarship.cfm
This financial aid program is offered exclusively by the Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives and was established in honor of Albert W. Dent, the first black Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

SWE Scholarships
http://www.swe.org
The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science.

Lucent Technologies
http://www.lucent.com
Bell Labs and Lucent Technologies have several programs that are designed to encourage students to pursue careers in science and engineering. Please visit the Lucent Technologies Foundation at http://www.lucent.com for additional questions.

Special Libraries Association Scholarship Program
http://www.sla.org/content/learn/scholarship/sch-index/index.cfm
The Special Libraries Association (SLA) is pleased to provide the information and applications for the SLA Scholarship Program. This program consists of awards for graduate study leading to a Master's Degree, graduate study leading to a Ph.D., and for post-M.L.S. study.

Foster G. McGaw Graduate Student Scholarship
http://www.ache.org/Faculty_Students/mcgaw_scholarship.cfm
This financial aid program is offered exclusively by the Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives and was established in honor of Foster G. McGaw, the founder of the American Hospital Supply Corporation.

The American Psychological Foundation
http://www.apa.org/science/apf-cogdop.html
The American Psychological Foundation (APF) and the Council of Graduate Departments of Psychology (COGDOP) are jointly offering graduate research scholarships, including the $2,000 Clarence J. Rosecrans Scholarship, the $3,000 Ruth G. and Joseph D. Matarazzo Scholarship, as well as a number of $1,000 scholarships. The scholarships will be given directly to the individual graduate students enrolled in an interim master's program or doctoral program.

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