The current scholarship postings are listed below.
If you have questions, please call Pamela Good
@ 800-547-2882 ext 6252 or e-mail @ fa@cvtc.edu.
2009 Talbots Women's Scholarship
Applicant must be a woman currently residing in the U.S. or Canada, have earned a high school diploma or GED on or before September 1999, be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full or part-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four year college, attending the full 2009-2010 academic year (receiving a degree no earlier than May 2010), and have at least two semesters (24 credit hours or more) remaining to complete an undergraduate degree (students who have previously obtained a bachedor's degree are not eligible to apply) as of the beginning of the 2009 fall academic term. Awards are based primarily on financial need and previous achievements. Amount - Up to 66 scholarships totaling $120,000.00 Deadline - January 2, 2009 or when 1500 eligible applications are received Print application at website - www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen
Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship
To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on one of the two topics below. Your submissions must be sent to Abbott and Fenner by e-mail at scholarships@abbottandfenner.com. Include your full name and mailing address in your e-mail.
Topic 1: If you could have lunch with any famous person, either living or dead, whom would you choose and why? Describe your conversation at lunch.
Topic 2: When you look back on your life in thirty years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? Amount - $1,000.00 Deadline - June 20, 2009 Request application by email - scholarships@abbottandfenner.com Print application at website - www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
AES Engineers
Scholarship is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. Students are not required to be taking engineering courses. Students must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words in answer to one of the two questions posted on web site. Amount - $500.00 Deadline - October 6, 2009 Print application at website - www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
American Business Women's Association (ABWA)
Student must maintain 2.5 GPA.
Complete application and attach three character references, a transcript of courses completed, and a statement as to why you deserve the ABWA Scholarship.
ABWA members or members' households are not eligible to apply.
See application for more details. Amount - Undetermined Deadline - February 16, 2009 Print application at website - www.cvtc.edu/PDFFiles/alumnifoundation/Scholarship/ABWA.pdf
American Welding Society - District Scholarship
Applicant must: Be enrolled in a welding-related educational or training program; be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalent; and attend a school in the United States or its territories, except for international students. For more information, see the web site. Amount - Many Awards, Various Amounts Deadline - February 15, 2009 Print application at website - www.aws.org/foundation/district_scholarships.html
Department of Health and Family Services, DCFS Scholarship
Youth who have been in out-of-home care (foster home, group home, residential care center or court ordered Kinship Care) in Wisconsin for at least six (6) months after the age of fifteen (15) and are entering a degree, license or certificate program. Or have been in OHC placement in another state but has become a resident of Wisconsin. Must be accepted into an institution of higher education at the time the application is submitted. Must be age twenty (20) or less, unless enrolled in a post-secondary program on his/her 21st birthday, extending eligibility to age twenty three (23). First time applicants must provide a copy of acceptance letter from the institution of higher education; previous applicants renewing award must provide proof of successful completion of the prior semester. Amount - Up to $5000 Deadline - No deadline given Print application at website - www.dhfs.wisconsin.gov/forms/DCFS/CFS2197.pdf
DNA of Commerce
Applicant must be attending CVTC in the Truck Driving or Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technician program. Applicant must desire and deserve an opportunity to enter the Trucking Industry and submit an online application. A complete investigation of applicant's background will be conducted including but not limited to: contacting personal references, current and past employers, and DAC services to confirm information provided. Applicant must pass DOT Physical and Pre-Training Controlled Substance Test. Amount - Varies; free training for 8 week program Deadline - No deadline given Print application at website - www.dnaofcommerce.com
Eau Claire Energy Cooperative Federated Youth Foundation Scholarship Award
Applicant or applicant's family must be an active member of Eau Claire Energy Cooperative and currently receive energy service at their residence. Applicant must display average or above average academic records; display potential to successfully continue achievement in a post-secondary public or private college, university junior college or vocational school program of choice which will lead to an associate degree or one year diploma; be accepted into the school where the scholarship would apply; and display unusual financial requirements or special circumstances. If possible, the scholarship will be awarded to a qualifying student who probably would not be receiving a scholarship from other sources. Amount - One $500.00 scholarship per area High School, College, University, and Home School Association Deadline - Return by January 22, 2009, to the CVTC Financial Aid Office Print application at website - www.ecec.com/youth_programs/scholarships.cfm
Edward and Hannah Rutledge Charities, Inc. and William J. and Gertrude R. Casper Foundation College Scholarship
Chippewa County resident or Chippewa County high school graduate, who will attend college, technical/vocational school, or university as a full time student. Applicant must have the ability to do post-secondary level work and would find it difficult to attend school without some financial help. Amount - Two Hundred (200) Scholarships varying from $600.00 to $1,5000.00 Deadline - June 1 each year Print application at website - www.cvtc.edu/PDFFiles/AlumniFoundation/Scholarship/Rutledge.pdf
Edward L. Simeth, TDMAW Precision Metalworking Technical College Scholarship
Applicants must:
Be enrolled in a Machine Tool Operations Program or Tool & Die Program at any accredited Wisconsin technical college;
Have completed at least one (1) semester at an accredited Wisconsin technical college;
Have a 3.0 GPA;
Be enrolled for a minimum of twelve (12) credits per semester;
Be a high school graduate or hold an equivalency GED;
Be a Wisconsin resident;
Attach to the application two TDMAW recommendation forms from persons unrelated to himself/herself.
Preference will be given to those employed by, or have a connection to, companies that are members of TDMAW. Amount - Eligible for $500 after completing 1st semester;
Eligible for $750 after completing 2nd semester;
Eligible for $1,000 after completing 3rd semester Deadline - Fall Semester: JUNE 15; Spring Semester: JANUARY 5 Print application at website - www.tdmaw.org/info_students_scholarships.cfm
Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin
Must have a primary diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder; provide name of physician and name of anticonvulsant medication(s). Applicant must provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program, be a full-time student or equivalent, be a legal resident of or attending school in Western Wisconsin (Counties - Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Douglas, Eau Claire, Iron, Jackson, Pierce, Pepin, Polk, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Trempealeau, Washburn). Awards will be based on the quality of applications through a competitive scoring system that balances need with achievement. Amount - $1,000.00 Deadline - November 1 Print application at website - www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/westernwisc/scholarship.cfm
Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA) Foundation
Applicant must be a full-time student with a minimum 2.5 CGPA, a member of FMA or TPA, or a child of a member, or the employee of a member company, or the child of a member company's employee. Membership will be verified. Grade transcript should be enclosed with completed scholarship application. Applicant must plan to major in an engineering or manufacturing-related program that may lead to a career in manufacturing. Acceptance in a technical school for the Fall semester will be verified before award is made. Amount - Number and amount to be determined by FMA Foundation Board of Directors Deadline - Open application period Print application at website - www.fmanet.org/FMAF/Scholarships.htm
Government Information Processing Association of Wisconsin (GIPAW) Scholarships
Applicants must be full-time Associate Degree Information Technology (IT) program students.
Applying for financial aid is a requirement.
School Certification section on page 3 of the application must be completed by the applicant's college financial aid office. Amount - Four (4) $1,000 Scholarships Deadline - October 24, 2008, and February 6, 2009 Print application at website - www.cvtc.edu/PDFFiles/AlumniFoundation/Scholarship/GIPAW.pdf
Holy Family Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Must be accepted in an accredited Nursing program. For more information contact: Darlene E. Hoffman, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1450, Manitowoc, WI 54221-1450, or toll-free 1-800-994-3662 Ext. 8650, or call (920) 686-8650. Amount - $800 per semester Deadline - No deadline given Request application by email - recruiter@hfmhealth.org Print application at website - www.hfmhealth.org
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation 2009 Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship Program
To be eligible to compete for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, a candidate must be a current student at an accredited US community college or two-year institution with sophomore status by December 31, 2008, OR a recent graduate (within the last five years); have a cumulative college grade point average of 3.50 or better on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent); plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to begin studies in fall 2009; be nominated by his or her two-year institution; have unmet financial need; and have not previously been nominated for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
Students must be nominated by their two-year institutions. They cannot apply directly. Each accredited two-year institution may nominate two candidates.
To apply for a scholarship, you are required to complete and submit an online application. In addition, the following items must be provided to your faculty representative (Pamela Good, CVTC Financial Aid Office): Official high school transcripts, GED scores, or letter from home-school instructor; Official college transcripts for ALL college coursework; Applicant tax forms; Parent financial information forms (available for download from the Foundation's web site listed below); and Parent tax forms.
For complete details and application forms see web site, below. Amount - Varies - Fifty (50) awards (approximately). Amount varies based on cost of attendance, need, and length of program. Maximum award $30,000/year. Deadline - January 20, 2009 Print application at website - www.jkcf.org/opportunities-for-applicants/
John W Perry Fund
The scholarships are for students denied federal financial aid because of drug convictions. See website for more details. Amount - $2,000 Deadline - No deadline given Print application at website - www.raiseyourvoice.com/perryfund/
McScholars Program
Current full-time and part-time employees of Courtesy Corporation/McDonald's Restaurants are offered the opportunity to save $.50 for every hour that is worked and then receive matching funds up to a maximum of $4000 from the employer for the educational expenses of tuition and/or books for any approved undergraduate course at an eligible educational institute. Contact your restaurant manager for more information or write: Human Resources Dept, Courtesy Corporation/McDonald's, 2700 National Drive, Suite 100, Onalaska WI 54650. Amount - Matching funds based on hours worked/monies contributed by applicant; up to $4000 for tuition and books. Deadline - No deadline given
Mercy Health System Nurse Technician Program
This scholarship is for senior nursing students. Once the nursing student has reached the "senior status" of their nursing program, they are eligible to work as a Nurse Technician. Mercy Health System offers preparation for state boards, application of learned skills, experience in different areas of nursing and much more. Amount - $5,000 maximum Deadline - No deadline given Print application at website - www.mercyhealthsystem.org
MSC "Tools to Succeed" TDMAW Precision Metalworking Technical College Scholarship
Applicant must:
Be enrolled in a Machine Tool Operations Program or Tool & Die Program at any accredited Wisconsin technical college;
Be a high school graduate;
Have a 2.5 GPA or more;
Be enrolled for a minimum of twelve (12) credits per semester;
Be a Wisconsin resident;
Attach to the application two TDMAW recommendation forms from persons unrelated to himself/herself.
Preference will be given to those employed by, or have a connection to, companies that are members of TDMAW.
This program also offers an option for students enrolled in a Machine Tool Operations program or Tool & Die program at any accredited Wisconsin technical college to purchase tools for the Precision Metalworking Trade at a substantial discount. Amount - Six (6) 11-drawer Kennedy toolboxes per semester will be awarded at technical colleges in Wisconsin to first-semester students Deadline - Fall Semester: JUNE 15; Fall Semester: JANUARY 5 Print application at website - www.tdmaw.org/info_students_scholarships.cfm
National DHIA Scholarship Program
Family member or employee of a herd on DHIA test, or a family member of an employee, or employee of DHIA affiliate. Amount - $500.00 Deadline - Ongoing Print application at website - www.dhia.org/audrew.asp
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Scholarships Program
In 2008, the NRAEF Scholarships Program will award $1.7 million in scholarships to students pursuing an education in restaurant and foodservice-related studies. Visit the NRAEF Scholarship web site to see if you are eligible to apply or call 800-765-2122 ext. 738. Amount - $1.7 Million in Scholarships Deadline - Various Print application at website - www.nraef.org/scholarships
New York Life Foundation Scholarship Program for Women in the Health Professions
Must be officially accepted into an accredited health care program of study at a U.S. institution, be a woman 25 years of age or older, and be a U.S. citizen. The applicant must be seeking the education necessary for entry or advancement in a health care profession, demonstrate financial need, and be graduating within 24 months from August 31 of the application year. To obtain the application packet write to: Scholarships, BPW Foundation, 2012 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 and enclose a #10 self-addressed envelope with two first class stamps, a copy of your most recent Federal 1040 form and enrollment verification (letter of acceptance or most recent grade report). Amount - $500-$1000 Deadline - April 15 for Fall Semester; September 1 for Spring semester
Sallie Mae 911 Education Fund
This fund was created in response to the terriorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The scholarship program is open to children of those who were killed or permanently disabled as a result of the terrorist attacks and who are enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at an approved, accredited institution. Scholarships may be renewed on an annual basis, subject to satisfactory academic progress. Amount - Up to $2,500 Deadline - Open Print application at website - www.salliemaefund.org
ScholarshipExperts.com - Education Matters $5K Scholarship
Students must be residents of the United States, be thirteen (13) years of age or older and must have completed a scholarship search profile online at www.scholarshipexperts.com.
Scholarship will be awarded to student who best responds (in 250 words or less) to the following online topic: "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?"
Amount - $5,000 Deadline - October 31, 2008 Print application at website - www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
Scholarships for the Blind and Visually Impaired Booklet
Contact the Disability Services Office, ECB 119, at 1.715.833.6234, or the Financial Aid Office, ECB 116, at 1.715.833.6252 for more information. Amount - Varies ; Many different scholarships Deadline - Varies
School Nutrition Association Scholarships
Must be a member, or child of a member, of the School Nutrition Association (SNA). See web site for more information. Amount - Various Deadline - Various Print application at website - www.schoolnutrition.org/Index.aspx?id=1043
September 11 Scholarship Alliance
Applicants must be dependent children, spouses, or domestic partners of September 11 victims and attending an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school. Registration and application steps are required. Families of victims are encouraged to register all dependents, including young children and spouses/domestic partners, as soon as possible. Application form (good for most Alliance programs, exceptions noted) is completed when graduating high school or enrolling in post secondary school or continuing pursuit of a degree for another semester/quarter. See web site for additional information. Amount - Varies Deadline - No deadlne given Print application at website - www.scholarships911.org
Vietnam Veterans of America, Inc. Wisconsin State Council Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship 2009-2010
Applicant must: Be a dependent or direct descendant of a US Vietnam Veteran; Write an original essay based on an interview with any US Veteran; Return the essay, application form, proof of veterans service and if in school - transcripts, o/w - letter of acceptance and course registration. Amount - Two (2) $1,500.00 Scholarships Deadline - January 17, 2009 Print application at website - www.menominee-nsn.gov/laborEdu/education/pdfForms/vvaRichardNuskeScholarshipNonTraditional.pdf
Wisconsin Automobile & Truck Dealers (WATDA) Foundation
Must be pursuing a career in the auto and truck industry. Assessment test required. See web site for more information, local technical college contact name, and dates of assessment test. Amount - Amounts vary; may include tools valued from $1,200.00 to $2,875.00 provided by Snap-on Corporation. Deadline - December 15, 2008 Print application at website - www.watda.org/WATDA/Public/Foundation/fdn_scholarship.asp
Wisconsin Healthcare Public Relations and Marketing Society (WHPRMS) 2009 Carol Scaife Memorial Scholarship
Candidate must be: a college student enrolled as a junior or senior during the 2008 Fall semester or Spring 2009 semester; a technical school student in the final year of study; or a recent graduate (within the last twelve months); pursuing a Major in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or other related field; and able to attend the 2009 WHPRMS annual conference held October 7-9 at the Hyatt Regency in Milwaukee, WI.
Candidate must submit an application; resume; essay of 1,000 words or less expressing the candidate’s interest in and commitment to healthcare marketing and public relations and address participation in school activities, receipt of honors or awards, outline professional accomplishments, and reference any paid or volunteer positions held in the healthcare industry; and two (2) professional or academic references.
Amount - $750.00 Deadline - May 1, 2009 Print application at website - www.whprms.org/
Women In Need Scholarship (G.F.W.C. Bloomer Woman's Club)
Accepting applications from women for the Women in Need (WIN) Scholarship who are furthering their education or training beyond high school to satisfy the requirements for a job. Must be 25 years of age or older, have financial need, be the primary/secondary breadwinner, live in the Bloomer School District, be motivated to succeed, and be currently enrolled in an institution of higher learning or plan on attending one in the next six (6) months. Amount - Two (2) scholarships of $300.00 each are available. Deadline - First Week in December Request application by email - jmrufledt@hotmail.com Print application at website - www.cvtc.edu/PDFFiles/alumnifoundation/Scholarship/WIN.pdf
Womens Business Alliance of Choice Hotels
Women who are beginning or furthering a career in the hospitality industry. Must be a citizen or legal resident of the United States. Must attend an accredited U.S. institution. See application for more information. Go to website, click on About Choice Hotels at the bottom of the page, then click on Diversity Initiatives, then click on Women's Business Alliance of Choice Hotels. Amount - $2,000 Deadline - February 28 for Fall Semester; July 31 for Spring Semester Print application at website - www.choicehotels.com