friends of hubbell scholarship
The Friends of Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site, Inc. announce that applications are being accepted for the 2013 annual scholarship for Navajo and Hopi college students. The funds for our scholarships are raised through memberships, activities at Hubbell TPNHS including the Auctions, and other off-site events. The scholarships are established in honor of three weavers (Evelyn Curley, Mary Lee Begay, and Helen Kirk) who spent many years demonstrating their art to people in the Visitor Center. In August of 2013, the Friends group awarded $19,250 in Scholarships.
How to apply for a Friends of Hubbell Scholarship
FoH Scholarship
c/o Janet Hooper
6650 N. Leonardo da Vinci Way
Tucson, AZ 85745
Student Qualifications:
• Be an enrolled member of the Navajo or Hopi Nation;
• Attending a two or four-year college/university in the four corners region (AZ, NM, CO, UT);
• Have a declared major or special degree program;
• Entering your junior or senior year in fall 2013 or winter semester 2014;
• Have a 3.0 current grade point average (GPA) or better.
Your letter of application should include (Important that all 4 items are included in application):
Application Deadline: July 1, 2014 (post-marked)
Questions? - send us an e-mail
How to apply for a Friends of Hubbell Scholarship
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FoH Scholarship
c/o Janet Hooper
6650 N. Leonardo da Vinci Way
Tucson, AZ 85745
Student Qualifications:
• Be an enrolled member of the Navajo or Hopi Nation;
• Attending a two or four-year college/university in the four corners region (AZ, NM, CO, UT);
• Have a declared major or special degree program;
• Entering your junior or senior year in fall 2013 or winter semester 2014;
• Have a 3.0 current grade point average (GPA) or better.
Your letter of application should include (Important that all 4 items are included in application):
- Certification of enrollment from your educational institution that indicates your status in school as of the end spring semester 2011;
- Official transcript showing GPA (if not part of [1] above);
- Copy of your tribal enrollment certificate;
- An essay of one to two pages describing your educational goals, your career goals, and how they relate to the Navajo or Hopi nation.
Application Deadline: July 1, 2014 (post-marked)
Questions? - send us an e-mail
Financial aid for minority students
General Awards for Minority Students
In recent years, a nationwide emphasis on the importance of diversity (particularly on college campuses) has generated many scholarships and grants for students who belong to underrepresented minority groups. Our comprehensive scholarship list includes financial aid opportunities exclusively reserved for African-Americans, Hispanics, women, and other specific minority groups, as well as more generalized awards that are made available to applicants belonging to any underrepresented demographic.
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In recent years, a nationwide emphasis on the importance of diversity (particularly on college campuses) has generated many scholarships and grants for students who belong to underrepresented minority groups. Our comprehensive scholarship list includes financial aid opportunities exclusively reserved for African-Americans, Hispanics, women, and other specific minority groups, as well as more generalized awards that are made available to applicants belonging to any underrepresented demographic.
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AISES scholarships
AISES is pleased to announce that it will begin accepting applications for the following Academic Scholarships for the 2014-2015 academic year:
AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship
AISES Intel Scholarship
Application Dates:
The opening date for applying for each of these scholarships is April 11, 2014. The application deadline is May 26, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.
Application Process:
AISES only accepts applications submitted online via our online scholarship platform, https://aises.starsscholarshipsonline.com/stars/default.aspx. The application system will launch on April 11, 2014.
Things to know beforehand:
A general application form is completed by the student online. No paper applications are accepted. This general application requires the student to complete questions and submit documents that are relevant to all AISES scholarship programs and which will allow the scholarship platform to determine which scholarships the applicant is eligible for. The system then prompts the student to apply for those scholarships and requests any additional information or documentation required by a particular scholarship that is not already addressed within the general application.
Students will create an account in the system. They will create their own user name and password, which they may use any time to re-access the system. This access is key, as students are responsible for ensuring that their documents and other requirements are in the system and that the information is up-to-date, especially contact information. AISES Programs staff and the scholarship platform communicates primarily via email, thus email addresses should be current and email checked regularly, If an email address changes, it is the student’s responsibility to inform AISES Programs staff.
Similarly, AISES does not inform students if their application is incomplete, letters of recommendation have not been received by the system, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that requested and appropriate documentation has been uploaded into the system or received by it. Likewise, the student applicant must follow-up with references, registrar’s offices, etc., to ensure they are aware of deadlines and to allow sufficient time to get required documents in time. In order to keep the process fair and equitable, no exceptions are made for missed deadlines, as other applicants have worked hard to get their info in on time.
Who May Apply:
Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements as determined by the funder. However, each AISES scholarship requires that all applicants be current AISES memberships at the time of application. To join AISES, please go to: https://aises.site-ym.com/general/register_member_type.asp?%20. To check on your membership, please go to: https://aises.site-ym.com/login.aspx.
Students must also be American Indian or Alaskan Native to apply. Each scholarship program defines this differently. Please read the eligibility requirements of each program carefully. AISES requires proof of ancestry/membership, which includes verification by the official tribal/village/community governing body (either a signed letter from the governing entity or a governmental ID card) indicating enrollment status of the applying student or a federally issued Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood or Certificate of Degree of Alaska Native Blood (both abbreviated CDIB) that certifies the student has at least 25% degree of Native American/American Indian blood of a federally recognized Indian tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community.
And, lastly, the student must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at either an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree. Again, each scholarship program may have its own unique requirements. Full-time status for undergraduate students is defined as taking 12 credit hours of classes per semester (for schools not on a semester system or for graduate students, AISES uses your school’s definition of full-time).
Students cannot have more than one AISES academic scholarship in any one year.
Application Requirements:
All AISES scholarship programs require that students submit current transcripts from their college/university, as well as past transcripts from all colleges attended (if currently a college student). For high school seniors just starting their college careers, your most recent high school transcripts, as well as transcripts from other high schools you attended must be submitted. All transcripts must be official transcripts issued by the school’s registrar’s office. AISES will NOT accept unofficial transcripts or grade reports. The transcript must come directly from the school, college, or university registrar’s office and/or bear an official seal/signature.
Students are usually required to submit an essay (or two) as part of the application process. All applicants will be expected to provide a personal statement limited to no more than 1000 words. This statement is evaluated reviewers and it is expected to address educational and/or career goals, interest in and motivation to continue higher education, demonstrate an understanding of the importance of college and the student’s commitment to complete the educational program undertaken, and demonstrate the student’s plan or desire to make a difference in or impact their community.
Lastly, all AISES applicants are required to upload a copy of their resume into the AISES scholarship online platform AND into the AISES Online Resume Database. In order to submit a resume to the database, the applicant must be a current AISES member.
Selection Process:
Once the deadline ends, AISES Programs staff verify that all applications are complete. The review process can take between 45-60 days. Those that are not are declined automatically. Complete applications are then reviewed by a minimum of three qualified reviewers who score each application based upon factors such as academic performance (GPA and academic record), the student’s personal essay (demonstrates character, commitment, goals), strength of recommendation letters, and other activities the student has undertaken including jobs, volunteer efforts, internships, extra-curricular activities, hobbies, etc. Scored applications and reviewer comments are then used by AISES staff and some funders, to select scholarship recipients.
Notification Process and Payment:
Students can log into the system to check on the status of their scholarship application(s) at any time. Additionally, AISES Programs staff will email students when decisions are made. Students that are awarded will then be sent an award package that must be completed and returned before payment (made in two even installments, in the fall and spring) can be processed. Students will be expected to provide transcripts showing course work completed and cumulative GPA after the application was submitted and an enrollment verification indicating full-time status for the fall semester/term as well. All scholarship awards are dependent upon funding availability.
AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program is funded through a variety of sources, including memorials, private donations, AISES fundraisers, corporate grants/contracts, and government grants. The scholarship fund was established to memorialize A.T. Anderson, one of the founders of AISES. This scholarship does not renew automatically, a student must complete a new application each year funding is sought.
Scholarship Amount: $1,000 for the academic year for Undergraduate students
$2,000 for academic year for Graduate students
20-40 awards to be made.
Eligible Degrees: Mathematics, Medical Sciences, Physical Science, Technology, Science, Engineering, or Natural Resources
Other Criteria:
· Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree
· Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be an enrolled member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship
Administered by AISES for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation, this scholarship is made available to American Indian high school seniors who reside in one of the 13 states serviced by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation and its affiliated companies: Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas and Washington. This award is for four years (for a maximum of 8 semesters) until baccalaureate degree is obtained, whichever occurs first. Those awarded must maintain a 2.0 GPA their freshman and sophomore years, and a 3.0 GPA their junior and senior years to receive full award. Awarded students do not have to reapply for this award each year.
Scholarship Amount: $2,500 per academic year, up to 4 years. 5 awards made each year.
Eligible Degrees: Business, Mathematics, Natural/Physical Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Education, Medicine, or Health Administration
Other Criteria:
· Must be a high school senior anticipating successful graduation in June or of the year application is submitted.
· Must attend an accredited four-year college/university as a full-time student starting fall 2014.
· Must have a 2.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be an enrolled member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
AISES Intel Scholarship
AISES Intel Scholarships are awarded to American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. The scholarship was developed by AISES and Intel to support the advancement of students with technical and leadership accomplishments, as well as a commitment to and passion for the computer science field. The AISES Intel Scholarship is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: $5,000 for undergraduates for one academic year
$10,000 for graduate students for one academic year
Up to 5 awards each year
Eligible Degrees: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Material Science.
Other Criteria: · Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree
· Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be a member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe/community with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship
AISES Intel Scholarship
Application Dates:
The opening date for applying for each of these scholarships is April 11, 2014. The application deadline is May 26, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.
Application Process:
AISES only accepts applications submitted online via our online scholarship platform, https://aises.starsscholarshipsonline.com/stars/default.aspx. The application system will launch on April 11, 2014.
Things to know beforehand:
A general application form is completed by the student online. No paper applications are accepted. This general application requires the student to complete questions and submit documents that are relevant to all AISES scholarship programs and which will allow the scholarship platform to determine which scholarships the applicant is eligible for. The system then prompts the student to apply for those scholarships and requests any additional information or documentation required by a particular scholarship that is not already addressed within the general application.
Students will create an account in the system. They will create their own user name and password, which they may use any time to re-access the system. This access is key, as students are responsible for ensuring that their documents and other requirements are in the system and that the information is up-to-date, especially contact information. AISES Programs staff and the scholarship platform communicates primarily via email, thus email addresses should be current and email checked regularly, If an email address changes, it is the student’s responsibility to inform AISES Programs staff.
Similarly, AISES does not inform students if their application is incomplete, letters of recommendation have not been received by the system, etc. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that requested and appropriate documentation has been uploaded into the system or received by it. Likewise, the student applicant must follow-up with references, registrar’s offices, etc., to ensure they are aware of deadlines and to allow sufficient time to get required documents in time. In order to keep the process fair and equitable, no exceptions are made for missed deadlines, as other applicants have worked hard to get their info in on time.
Who May Apply:
Each scholarship has its own eligibility requirements as determined by the funder. However, each AISES scholarship requires that all applicants be current AISES memberships at the time of application. To join AISES, please go to: https://aises.site-ym.com/general/register_member_type.asp?%20. To check on your membership, please go to: https://aises.site-ym.com/login.aspx.
Students must also be American Indian or Alaskan Native to apply. Each scholarship program defines this differently. Please read the eligibility requirements of each program carefully. AISES requires proof of ancestry/membership, which includes verification by the official tribal/village/community governing body (either a signed letter from the governing entity or a governmental ID card) indicating enrollment status of the applying student or a federally issued Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood or Certificate of Degree of Alaska Native Blood (both abbreviated CDIB) that certifies the student has at least 25% degree of Native American/American Indian blood of a federally recognized Indian tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community.
And, lastly, the student must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at either an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree. Again, each scholarship program may have its own unique requirements. Full-time status for undergraduate students is defined as taking 12 credit hours of classes per semester (for schools not on a semester system or for graduate students, AISES uses your school’s definition of full-time).
Students cannot have more than one AISES academic scholarship in any one year.
Application Requirements:
All AISES scholarship programs require that students submit current transcripts from their college/university, as well as past transcripts from all colleges attended (if currently a college student). For high school seniors just starting their college careers, your most recent high school transcripts, as well as transcripts from other high schools you attended must be submitted. All transcripts must be official transcripts issued by the school’s registrar’s office. AISES will NOT accept unofficial transcripts or grade reports. The transcript must come directly from the school, college, or university registrar’s office and/or bear an official seal/signature.
Students are usually required to submit an essay (or two) as part of the application process. All applicants will be expected to provide a personal statement limited to no more than 1000 words. This statement is evaluated reviewers and it is expected to address educational and/or career goals, interest in and motivation to continue higher education, demonstrate an understanding of the importance of college and the student’s commitment to complete the educational program undertaken, and demonstrate the student’s plan or desire to make a difference in or impact their community.
Lastly, all AISES applicants are required to upload a copy of their resume into the AISES scholarship online platform AND into the AISES Online Resume Database. In order to submit a resume to the database, the applicant must be a current AISES member.
Selection Process:
Once the deadline ends, AISES Programs staff verify that all applications are complete. The review process can take between 45-60 days. Those that are not are declined automatically. Complete applications are then reviewed by a minimum of three qualified reviewers who score each application based upon factors such as academic performance (GPA and academic record), the student’s personal essay (demonstrates character, commitment, goals), strength of recommendation letters, and other activities the student has undertaken including jobs, volunteer efforts, internships, extra-curricular activities, hobbies, etc. Scored applications and reviewer comments are then used by AISES staff and some funders, to select scholarship recipients.
Notification Process and Payment:
Students can log into the system to check on the status of their scholarship application(s) at any time. Additionally, AISES Programs staff will email students when decisions are made. Students that are awarded will then be sent an award package that must be completed and returned before payment (made in two even installments, in the fall and spring) can be processed. Students will be expected to provide transcripts showing course work completed and cumulative GPA after the application was submitted and an enrollment verification indicating full-time status for the fall semester/term as well. All scholarship awards are dependent upon funding availability.
AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
The A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program is funded through a variety of sources, including memorials, private donations, AISES fundraisers, corporate grants/contracts, and government grants. The scholarship fund was established to memorialize A.T. Anderson, one of the founders of AISES. This scholarship does not renew automatically, a student must complete a new application each year funding is sought.
Scholarship Amount: $1,000 for the academic year for Undergraduate students
$2,000 for academic year for Graduate students
20-40 awards to be made.
Eligible Degrees: Mathematics, Medical Sciences, Physical Science, Technology, Science, Engineering, or Natural Resources
Other Criteria:
· Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree
· Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be an enrolled member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship
Administered by AISES for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation, this scholarship is made available to American Indian high school seniors who reside in one of the 13 states serviced by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation and its affiliated companies: Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas and Washington. This award is for four years (for a maximum of 8 semesters) until baccalaureate degree is obtained, whichever occurs first. Those awarded must maintain a 2.0 GPA their freshman and sophomore years, and a 3.0 GPA their junior and senior years to receive full award. Awarded students do not have to reapply for this award each year.
Scholarship Amount: $2,500 per academic year, up to 4 years. 5 awards made each year.
Eligible Degrees: Business, Mathematics, Natural/Physical Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Education, Medicine, or Health Administration
Other Criteria:
· Must be a high school senior anticipating successful graduation in June or of the year application is submitted.
· Must attend an accredited four-year college/university as a full-time student starting fall 2014.
· Must have a 2.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be an enrolled member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
AISES Intel Scholarship
AISES Intel Scholarships are awarded to American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing degrees in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. The scholarship was developed by AISES and Intel to support the advancement of students with technical and leadership accomplishments, as well as a commitment to and passion for the computer science field. The AISES Intel Scholarship is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship.
Scholarship Amount: $5,000 for undergraduates for one academic year
$10,000 for graduate students for one academic year
Up to 5 awards each year
Eligible Degrees: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Material Science.
Other Criteria: · Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited four-year college/university, or a full-time student at a two-year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree
· Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA).
· Must be a member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe/community with which affiliation is claimed; or is at least 1/4 American Indian blood; or is at least 1/4 Alaskan Native; or considered to be an Alaskan Native by an Alaskan Native group to which affiliation is claimed.
· Must be a current AISES member.
