UNCF STEM Scholars Program 2017

UNCF STEM Scholars Program 2017

Application Overview 

The UNCF STEM Scholars Program is a ten-year initiative designed to identify and provide scholarship and academic support for a total of 500 talented African American high school students who aspire to earn STEM degrees and to pursue careers in STEM fields.

The program enables highly capable young people to pursue undergraduate STEM majors and prepares them for successful careers in a variety of STEM professions. The application is open for high school seniors who are entering college as first-time freshman in fall 2017.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be African American/Black
• Be a citizen, legal permanent resident or national of the United States
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on an unweighted 4.0 scale and have pursued rigorous course of study in high school
• Have demonstrated financial and unmet need as a measured by student's college or university
• Show evidence of readiness for and commitment to pursue

STEM majors, including:

Biological/life sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science/Engineering, information sceinces, Engineering (industries, Mechanical) Mathematics

• Complete all of the application essays
• Arrange for letters of recommendation to be submitted via application portal
• Be enrolled for the first time at a U.S located, accredited college or university (with the exception of students concurrently pursuing a high school diploma) in the fall as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student 
• Complete and submit the application by the deadline February 23, 2017 @ 11:59 PM EST/ 9:59 PM EST

Application Process

• Submission of TWO (2) letters of recommendation submitted: a high school STEM teacher, a STEM program sponsor/mentor (an individual who has engaged the student in a STEM program during the school year and/or summer, and who can provide insight into the student's academic performance and potential for success in pursuing a STEM degree)
• Completion of all essays
• Completion of Application form to include demographic information + student record of leadership and community service record 

Application Tips

Here are some things you can do to prepare for submitting a competitive application:

• Begin thinking and talking to parents, counselors, and teachers about your plans and what you will need to do to be ready to be a strong candidate for college admission and student aid
• Carefully consider which of your teachers and STEM program sponsors to ask for letters of recommendation. They will help us better understand what type of student you are by providing insight into your academic performance and potential.
• Apply for federal student aid. Go to www.FAFSA.ed.gov to see and become familiar with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and to get more information on federal student aid. If you are a finalist, we will use this form to confirm your citizenship and better understand your financial need.
• Review your transcript to be sure that your GPA and the courses you have taken make you eligible for this program. And be sure to keep your grades up so that your mid-year transcript is positive. Let us get to know you through your essays and help us to better understand your interests, goals, motivation, and experiences that have shaped your decision to pursue an undergraduate STEM degree.

Program Benefits

Tiered tuition scholarships:

• $2500 per academic year for freshmen and sophomores, $5000 for juniors
• An additional $5000 for students whose academic programs require a fifth year 
• Scholarships are renewable for five undergraduate years, contingent upon: 

1. Maintenance of a 2.5 (out of 4.0) GPA + continued full time enrollment to degree in an eligible STEM major
2. A $5000 stipend based on a STEM-related project/internship of the student's interest
3. Academic support and mentoring
4. Access to online academic support service and resource platform and other STEM-discipline support services

Participation in:

• K-12 STEM Summer Institute (pre-college)
• UNCF Student Tech Empowerment Workshop

Career Development Support

• Mentoring, training, and education 
• Access to entrepreneurial training in launching new tech ventures through competitive Venture Accelerator program + high school/pre-college STEM summer leadership institute 

For questions or concerns, please contact:

Carita Marrow

UNCF STEM Scholars Program Manager

stemscholars@uncf.org

202-810-0331

Lu Duong

UNCF STEM Scholars Program Manager

stemscholars@uncf.org

202-810-0226

Recruitment here at Concordia College Alabama

Greetings from Concordia College Alabama!

My name is Norman Richards and I'm the Director of Recruitment here at Concordia College Alabama in historical Selma, Alabama. We are excited about your 2017 Senior Class. In our Office of Admissions and Recruitment, we recognize the importance of the guidance counselor's role in a student's college search process. Because of your dedication, you make our job that much easier. In return, we hope to make the work you do as simple as possible.

Below is a list of all our degree programs and requirements.

• The total cost of our college is $17,620 a year (No out-of-state tuition fees) with a minimum GPA requirement of 1.5 on your student(s) final high school transcript. if your state GPA requirements is higher than a 1.5, your student will be accepted based on your state requirements.
• Your student(s) can qualify for up to three institutional scholarships ranging from, $1000 to full-tuition. Our institutional scholarships start at a 2.5 GPA. For the Presidential scholarship your student(s) need a 3.7 GPA institutional scholarships start at a 2.5 GPA. For the Presidential scholarship your student(s) need a 3.7 GPA and 27 ACT. Also, if your student(s) ACT score is 15 or lower or SAT score is 799 or lower they will still be accepted to the college but, will have to go through screening process also applies to the students who did not attempt either the ACT or SAT.
• If your student(s) apply to the college on-line at www.ccal.edu before Januaray 31, 2017. the application fee will be waived. 

Our recruiters, data specialists, and myself look forward to working with all your students in the near future. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me via phone at: (334) 874-5700 ext. 19736 or by email at: nichards@ccal.edu. Look forward to working with you and your students. Have a wonderful school year.

Concordia College Alabama 20 degree Programs

BS Degrees

Business Administration

Management

Management Information Systems

Organizational Leadership 

Education

Early Childhood 

Elementary Education

Preschool Education (Non Cert)

Educational Studies and Recreational Sports (Non Cert)

Social and Behavioral Science

Criminal Justice 

Social and Behavioral Science

Health Science

RN-BSN

AA Degrees

Applied Management

Criminal Justice

Early Childhood Development

General Studies

Hospitality Management

Health Care Management 

Music

Pre Nursing

Pre Clinical Lab Science

Pre Occupational Therapy

  

Guaranteed Scholarships

Guaranteed Scholarships are those scholarships that are unlimited in number, and require no interview, essay, portfolio, audition, competition or other "secondary" requirement. Just meet the criteria listed, adhere to the application deadlines set by the individual colleges and universities, gain admission, enroll, and receive your scholarship or scholarships. Remember that, in many cases, the scholarships are mutually exclusive... You will generally receive the largest scholarship or grant for which you qualify. For additional information, please visit http://www.guaranteed-scholarships.com/

GCPS Foundation Scholarship Catalog - 2017

Apply for a Scholarship/GCPS Foundation Common Scholarship Application. Application deadline is January 30, 2017. The Gwinnett county Public Schools Foundation 2017 Scholarship Catalog will be available through Spring 2017. Review the scholarship catalog detailed information on requirements for each program.

Please check the website: http://gcps-foundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/2017-GCPS-Foundation-Scholarship-Catalog-120216-1.pdf

APIASF Application Deadline Extended

APIASF General Scholarship Application deadline has been extended to: Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 11:59 PM ET.

SUBMIT YOUR RECOMMENDATION TODAY!

https://portal.apiasf.org/index.php

Steps to Submit a Recommendation:

1. Go to https://portal.apiasf.org/index.php
2. Complete the "Register in the Portal" information. When this is complete, you will receive an activation email.
3. Go back to https://portal.apiasf.org/index.php and login
4. Complete the profile information
5. Click on the "dashboard" at top of the screen to access the recommendation form
6. Complete the recommendation

2016 Future Haitian-American Leaders Scholarship Program

Overview

The Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. (GAHCCI) invites applications for its 2016 Future Haitian-American Leaders Scholarship Program, a scholarship program honoring high achieving high school students of Haitian descent. Recipients will be awarded between $500-1000 for tuition, books, living expenses, and other required fees. Scholarships are available to high-achieving, high school seniors with a minimum of 3.30 GPA who seek to attend an accredited four-year college or university. 

Program Guidelines and Priorities

We request the following essay so we can better understand your need and background. All information in this section is mandatory and only viewed b GAHCCI staff and judging committee. 

• Seeking graduating seniors from an accredited Georgia high school of Haitian descent or heritage
• Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.2 or above, and plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university. Applicants must also include a copy of an official high school transcript
• Personal essay: please address the following questions in a 500 (or less) word essay. Applicants must answer question 1 and question 2, 3, OR 4

Personal Essay Questions:

1. How do you identify as someone of Haitian heritage? MANDATORY

     Choose ONE of the questions below:

• How will this scholarship allow you to positively impact the Haitian-American community or the world in which you live?
• How do you plan to use your talents and professional skills to contribute to the continued success of the Haitian community?
• What challenges or obstacles have you experienced and overcome in life and how will this help you succeed in college or beyond?

Useful Info

• Scholarship recipients will be notified on June 21, 2016. 
• Scholarship will be paid directly to the students during the gala.
• Application deadline: May 31, 2016 by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
• Email one copy of a completed typed pdf formatted application package (including scholarship application, essay, and school transcript) to: scholarship@gahcci.org

Application Link

http://gahcci.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/GAHCCI-FLSP-Scholarship-Application-2016.pdf