Scholarship Opportunities

American Association of University Women - Allentown
Interrupted Studies Grant
Deadline:  February 20, 2012

The Allentown Branch of the American Association of University Women has applications available for the year 2012-2013 Interrupted Studies Grants.  Scholarships are given to women who reside in the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania area and wish to complete their studies through higher education at Lehigh Valley area institutions (accredited two or four year college, advanced degree program, or vocational school).

Scholarships are limited to those women whose studies have been interrupted at some point for at least six months. Candidates must be enrolled in, or accepted to, an institution at the time of application, and financial need must be demonstrated.

Applicants must submit an application and two character references and may be interviewed by the Community Awards Committee. Application packets are available at NCC Financial Aid Office, Main Campus or apply online at aauwallentownpa.org.  Applications must be received by February 20, 2012. If you have any questions, please contact Corinne Emmett at 610-782-0268.

A number of scholarships (minimum of $500) will be awarded. Awards may be used only for tuition for the 2012-2013 school year beginning summer 2012.

Recipients will be notified by the end of May 2012 for the 2012-2013 school year.

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Pennsylvania Restaurant Association Educational Foundation 2012 Scholarship Program
Deadline:  March 2, 2012.

The Pennsylvania Restaurant Association is sponsoring an educational scholarship for students who are in the Hospitality or Culinary Arts program.   

Eligibility requirements are:

•High school seniors who are graduating in 2012 and have been accepted in a hospitality or culinary arts program at an accredited post-secondary institution.

•Any student currently enrolled in an accredited hospitality, hotel, restaurant management or culinary arts program at an accredited post-secondary institution.

•Students must be a Pennsylvania resident.

How to Apply:

•Download an application form at parestaurant.org/scholarship.

•Application forms are also in the Financial Aid Office, Main Campus.

•The application packet deadline is March 2, 2012.

Application Package Must Include:

•Completed Application Form.

•Three letters of recommendation (one from a teacher/instructor; one from an employer; and one from a personal reference) unless currently enrolled.

•Transcript from the school you most recently attended.

•A short essay (200 words) describing who you are, your work experience, and why you wish to pursue a career in the hospitality industry.

•Letter of acceptance from the post-secondary institution you will be attending (unless currently enrolled).

Scholarship Details

•Awards range in value from $250 to $1,500.

•Hospitality work experience preferred but not required.

•Candidates will be notified by mid-April 2012.

•The scholarship monies will be mailed directly to the student's post-secondary institution in mid-July 2012.

For more information about the scholarship program, contact the Pennsylvania Restaurant Association Education Foundation at 800-345-5353 or email at scholarship@parestaurant.org.

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Frances R. Hesselbein Scholarship
Deadline:  March 30, 2012

The Women's Leadership Initiative of United Way is awarding The Frances R. Hesselbein Scholarship for the 2012-2013 school year.

To be eligible you must:

• Be an African American, Latina, Asian, or Native American female student deeply committed to working or volunteering in social series in the Lehigh Valley.
• Be a Lehigh Valley resident, and enrolled as an undergraduate student at an institution in the Greater Lehigh Valley.
• Submit a copy of your college transcript with your application.
• Meet all requirements stated in the scholarship guidelines.
• Submit a copy of your Student Aid Report (the result of the financial aid application), or a copy of your 2011 federal tax return.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.00.
• Be willing to be interviewed by the Scholarship Committee.
• Have financial need as evidenced by your application for financial aid or tax return.

All required documents must be postmarked no later than March 30, 2012.

Applications can be found in the Financial Aid Office, Main Campus. If you need help with the application or have questions, contact Renee Saleh at 610-395-0534 or by email at rlsaleh@ptd.net.

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2012 Women's Business Council Scholarship
Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce
Deadline:  April 2, 2012

 The Women's Business Council (WBC) provides a local forum for business women to discuss important issues and provides networking opportunities within the Chamber membership.

This scholarship recognizes female Chamber members who wish to return to higher education. These women have demonstrated academic ability and a commitment to learning, achievement, and community service. The scholarship assists women in their pursuit of higher education and their desire to assist other young women in reaching their full leadership potential after post-secondary graduation.

The recipient of the scholarship must:

• Be a member or an employee of a business or organization that is a current member of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. Chamber staff, WBC Board members, or the scholarship selection committee is ineligible.
• Provide a letter of support from her employer.
• Have demonstrated community service.
•  Be accepted and attending an accredited post-secondary education program during the following academic year.

How to Apply:

• Applications are located in the Financial Aid Office, Main Campus.
• Complete all requested information on the application form, including the essay. Important consideration will be given to the content and grammatical nature of the essay.
• You need not be accepted at a school before applying for the scholarship.
• Submit the application with your recommendation letter from your employer to The Chamber, Women's Business Council, 840 Hamilton Street, Ste. 205, Allentown, PA 18101.
• Applications must be submitted by April 2, 2012. The scholarship will be announced in mid-May.

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WRN Scholarship Program for Female Students Interested in Automotive Careers
Deadline:  April 16, 2012

 

The GM Women's Retail Network has established a scholarship program designed to encourage more women to consider and pursue a career in automotive retail with the ultimate goal of increasing the number of women assuming key management roles in automobile dealerships.

The program is open to women enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, or non-traditional educational programs in automotive retail areas; or who are currently employed in an automotive dealership and enrolled in an educational program that advances their career within automotive retail.

Interested students are invited to visit the scholarship website at gmsac.com to download a copy of the application form. Please note, all scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than April 16, 2012 to receive consideration.

If you have any questions regarding the program please contact the scholarship program headquarters:

CMS Foundation - WRN Scholarship Program
email:  wrnscholarshipinfo@gmsac.com
or call:  630-428-2412

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The Way of the Beacon Scholarship

The Way of the Beacon, a scholarship organization for Christian students, is currently accepting scholarship applications from Pennsylvania students. The scholarship award is up to $5,000 per year for a two-year college program. Visit the organization's web site for requirements and how to apply.

For information about scholarship opportunities at Northampton Community College, visit the Scholarships page.

 

 

 

WRN Scholarship Program for Female Students Interested in Automotive Careers