University of North Carolina Pfizer Minority Medical Journalism Scholarship

According to their Web site, "the purpose of the Pfizer Minority Medical Journalism Scholarship is to improve the breadth and quality of reporting of health and medical issues in minority or disadvantaged communities."

This scholarship offers a $6,000 stipend per semester, tuition, health insurance for all four semesters of the master program. Whoo hoo!

To qualify:

* be regularly admitted to the Medical Journalism Master’s Program in the School;
* have submitted a completed application for the award, including academic transcripts, GRE test results, a curriculum vitae, a 500-word autobiographical sketch demonstrating motivation for and commitment to the intent of the award, three writing samples (preferably in journalistic form), and three letters of recommendation (which may be the same letters required for admission to the Program);
* have had an undergraduate grade point average of "B" (3.0 GPA) or better for the last two years of study;
* have completed previous studies in related fields such as journalism, basic sciences, English, literature, and/or public health;
* have prior work history or other demonstrated experience in journalism or health care;
* demonstrate financial need for this award (as determined by appropriate financial aid qualification procedures at the School).

Preference is given to minority and disadvantaged students. Application deadline is Jan. 1 for admission the following fall. For more information, contact Dr. Linden, director of the Medical Journalism Program, at linden@unc.edu.

The University of Texas Austin Frank Morrow Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Business Journalism

Eligibility Requirements:

• GPA of 3.75 or above
• You do not already have a bachelor’s degree
• Taken courses in business, economics, accounting,
  marketing, and/or psychology
• At least 45 hours in residence at UT Austin

It is a gorgeous April day - at least where I am - and I’ve got some great last minute scholarships for you. You can send me flowers later! All of these scholarships have an April 15th deadline.

Marriot Scholarship Fund
Eligibility:

-U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico
-Enrolled full-time in an accredited four-year college or university in the United States or Puerto Rico with a hospitality management program as an incoming college freshman, first year freshman or community college transfer.
-Must be pursuing or planning to pursue a degree within the hospitality management, hotel management, culinary or food and beverage field.
-GPA of 3.0 or better.

The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting
* Must be Hispanic or of Hispanic descent
* Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico
* Must be studying at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the upcoming academic year
* Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time for the upcoming academic year 2008-2009
* Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
* Student must demonstrate financial need
* Must be pursuing a undergraduate or master’s degree in business, finance or accounting.

Required Documents:

* Official transcript - Postmarked by April 15th
* Proof of family income - Postmarked by April 15th
* Proof of citizenship status - Postmarked by April 15th
* Essay - Submitted online by April 15th
* Letter of Recommendation - Submitted online by April 15th
* Resume - Submitted online by April 15th
* Financial Aid verification (if chosen as semi finalist only) - Submitted online by June 30th

These are close to the deadline - like right now - but, if you can get your stuff together and have a little cash for the overnight delivery, you may have a shot at these!

Mesa State College has a bounty of scholarships due April 1:
Mesa State College Academic (Colorado) Scholarship-WCCC
Criteria:
- Full time students Mesa State College
- GPA of 3.0 enrolled
- In a degree program within School of Applied Technology (WCCC programs).

American Business Women Association (ABWA) WCCC Scholarship
Criteria:
-Full time female Mesa State College
-Pursuing associate degree at WCCC
-Mesa County, Colorado resident
-3.5 GPA

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Deadline: April 1, 2008.

-The John L. Carey Scholarship awards ten $5,000 scholarships to liberal arts degree holders who are entering a graduate accounting program.

The AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students

- Declared accounting major with the intention of becoming a CPA
- Full-time undergraduate student (12 semester hours or equivalent) at a four-year or upper division institution, unless completing his/her final semester of study
- Successfully completed at least 30 semester hours (or equivalent) of college coursework, including at least 6 semester hours in accounting
- Maintained at least a 3.3 GPA (major and cumulative)
- A student of Black or African American; Hispanic or Latino; Asian; American Indian or Alaska Native; Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander; or of two or more races
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder)
- An AICPA Student Affiliate member

The Innovative Thinkers Scholarship Program is designed to encourage students to further develop their innovative thinking abilities. This is an annual scholarship open to students pursuing a degree in business.

To be eligible for this award, you must be:

Interested applicants should submit an essay that responds to the following question in 250 words or less:

“Governor Schwarzenegger wants you to sell miniature power generators to help alleviate the energy problem in the West. Each generator is powered by a person bicycling atop the unit for a minimum of two hours and each unit costs $400. What would be your angle and what tactics would you employ to move the 1000 units you have been given?”

This is a $500 award. Submissions must be received by April 30, 2008. Click here for more information.

Direct questions and submissions to the address below:

C-Food, Inc.
4409 McIntosh Park Drive, STE 207
Sarasota, FL 34232
USA

The Future Salesperson of the Midwest Scholarship Program is designed to encourage students who are interested in sales and pursuing a degree in a related field. If you are interested in applying for this annual award, you must:

Interested applicants must also submit an essay that responds to the following question in 250 words or less:

“Your company was accidentally sent thousands of hurricane survival kits. Knowing that a hurricane is not likely in the Midwest, how do you sell the kits without losing a large profit margin? Explain your sales tactics.”

This is a $500 award. Submissions must be received by April 30, 2008. Click here for more information about this scholarship.

The Business Relationships Scholarship Program is sponsored by C-Food, Inc. If you plan on pursuing a business or business-related degree, you may qualify for this scholarship.

To be eligible for this award, you must:

Interested applicants must also submit a 250-word essay that addresses the following question:

Large companies such as Costco, Wal-Mart and Home Depot are often criticized for driving out Mom & Pop stores. Do you agree? Support your answer.

This is a $500 scholarship. Only one winner is selected annually; the deadline for this year’s award is April 30, 2008. Click here for more information, and direct any questions to the following address:

C-Food, Inc.
4409 McIntosh Park Drive, STE 207
Sarasota, FL 34232
USA

The International Business Scholarship Program is designed for students who are interested in career opportunities within the field of international business.

To be eligible for this award, students must:

Interested applicants should submit an essay that responds to the following question in 250 words or less:

Parking is a major problem on many college campuses. What affordable solutions would you suggest in an effort to accommodate all students and help alleviate the congestion associated with overcrowding of vehicles?

This is a $500 award. Submissions must be received by April 30, 2008. Click here for more information about this award.

According to the website, “a qualified panel of judges will select a potential winner based on the overall application, including writing ability (25 percent), creativity (25 percent), originality (25 percent), and overall excellence (25 percent).”

Direct questions and submissions to the address below:

C-Food, Inc.
4409 McIntosh Park Drive, STE 207
Sarasota, FL 34232
USA