2008-2009 General Scholarship Application Available for Scholarships in fall 2008 and spring 2009 This application IS NOT for one particular scholarship, it is for many Applications are put into a database for future scholarship consideration and opportunities EVERYBODY NEEDS TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP!!!!
	Asian - Pacific Islander Awareness and International Students Club Scholarship In our efforts to promote cultural awareness and diversity of society, as a club, we have created a scholarship focusing on how culture has affected us today. We hope that this opportunity will both serve the community and the individual as we strive to promote who we are and the role our backgrounds play in our future. The purpose of this scholarship is to develop understanding and pride in cultures, and acknowledgement of their individual influences on society. Criteria: Any enrolled student of EMCC during spring 2007 Amounts:        $250 - 1st                       $100 - 2nd                               $50 - 3rd                               $25 - Honorable Mentions
	Scholarships/ Becas For all students regardless of immigration status
	Scholarship Resources for all students regardless of immigrations status
	The Greenwood Grant The Greenwood Grant is a small supplemental assistance grant for all eligible college students throughout the states of California, Oregon, Utah, Idaho and Arizona. This private grant is specifically oriented to assist the challenged college student with expenses up to $800 per academic year. The grant is available for the student who both needs financial assistance and just doesn’t have the time to compete academically and find supplemental employment. Although the grant is relatively small,it does not require extensive essays, evidence of extracurricular activities or exceptional academic merit.
	The Arizona Business and Professional Women's Foundation The Arizona Business and Professional Women's Foundation offers scholarships to women 20 years or older who are returning to school to acquire better job opportunities. Currently, contributions to the AZBPW Foundation are designated to one of these scholarships:
	The Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Programs   Eligibility Requirements –   Students must… be Hispanic maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 scale) be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident reside in the U.S. or Puerto Rico be a current or rising undergraduate (some programs accept grad. students) student or a high school senior enrolling at a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico demonstrate financial need
	National Science Foundation - STEP Application Each scholarship recipient will receive a one-year award of $500 (Pre-STEM) or $1000 (STEM) to be distributed equally over two semesters.  The amount of the award is dependent upon your math course enrollment. How do I qualify for the STEP? In order for a student to qualify for a scholarship award you must satisfy the following criteria: PRE-STEM Qualifications STEM Qualifications ·        Be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident Alien Be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident Alien Enrolled full –time student Enrolled full-time student ·        Be an entering freshman or sophomore at Estrella Mountain ·        Be an entering freshman or sophomore at Estrella Mountain Declared major of Science, Technology, Mathematics or Engineering Declared major of Science, Technology, Mathematics or Engineering Fall 08 enrolled in MAT 121 Fall 08 enrolled for MAT 182 GPA 3.0 GPA 3.0
	National Science Foundation Emerging Scholars Program Application What is the Emerging Scholars Program? Estrella Mountain seeks to recruit students who are pursuing degrees in the fields of biology, computer sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering How do I qualify for the Emerging Scholars Program? Be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Resident Alien Demonstrate financial need defined by the U.S. Department of Education   Be enrolled as a full-time student Be an entering freshman or sophomore at Estrella Mountain  Declare astronomy, biology (except fields in medicine or other clinical fields), chemistry, computer sciences, engineering, geosciences, mathematics, or physics as major.  Have successfully completed a 100 level or higher mathematics course Deadline: August 29, 2008
	Scholarships/ Becas For all students regardless of immigration status
	$50k Giveaway Scholarship Sweepstakes Win up to $5,000 for College As members of Brazos -- a related group of not-for-profit organizations dedicated to helping students achieve their educational dreams -- AFC and EFSI are proud to award $50,000 in scholarships to help students finance their first-year of college expenses. The sweepstakes will award two (2) $5,000 scholarships and sixteen (16) $2,500 scholarships to first-year students who will be enrolled in an accredited college or trade school for the fall 2007 semester. Entries will be accepted from 12/1/06 through 5/31/07. Winners will be selected by random drawing on or about 6/11/07. Scholarship proceeds will be sent directly to the school of attendance to be credited to the student’s account.
	Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education - PFAP Program 1. A graduate of an Arizona High School or equivalent (This requirement may be dropped pending approval of legislation.) 2. Enrolled at least half-time in one of Arizona’s accredited PRIVATE baccalaureate degree-granting institutions 3. A United States citizen 4. An Arizona resident for the past 5 consecutive years 5. A continuing college student making satisfactory academic progress, or a recent HS graduate with a 2.5 G.P.A. and ranked in the upper 50% of your class, or a first time college student over the age of 22 deemed college ready by your school.
	Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation Scholarships additional scholarships become available at   http://www.maricopa.edu/resdev/scholarships/apply.php
	ALL - USA Scholarship Competition Each fall two EMCC students will win full tuition waivers to one of Arizona's three public universities plus a cash prize!! Plan NOW to enter this essay contest sponsored bi Phi Theta kappa and help make your dream of a college education come true Current EMCC student with a 3.25 or better cum GPA have 45 semester hours at 100 level or higher completed by the end of fall 2007 Ready to transfer to a 4-year school for fall 2008 For further information, contact the Phi Theta Kappa faculty Advisor in Ocotillo 153 (623.935.8178) or e-mail marylyn.bradley@emcmail.maricopa.edu
	University of Phoenix Transfer Scholarship Scholarships for students attending the University of Phoenix.
	Internship and Fellowship Opportunities
	Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Kentucky   The Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at the University of Kentucky is pleased to offer 12 undergraduate students an active 8-week summer research experience. Several projects are available in a wide range of areas within Electrical & Computer Engineering. Students will be exposed to faculty, graduate students, research staff, and other undergraduate students in a developing community that incorporates research activities with field trips, workshops, and other social activities. The program objectives are as follows: Improve student understanding of the nature of research practice and scientific reasoning Provide students with a collegial partnership experience with faculty, peers, and research staff Increase student appreciation of the importance of coursework to the understanding of engineering research Improve oral and written comprehension and communication of technical knowledge Expose students to research instrumentation, measurement techniques, documentation, and laboratory management Encourage greater interest in graduate school and research careers The ECE Department offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering and a new B.S. degree in Computer Engineering. We have approximately 300 undergraduate students and about 110 graduate students; over 25 faculty members who are engaged in training the minds of some of the best and the brightest in Kentucky and beyond, and performing nationally recognized, cutting edge research in nanoelectronics and microelectronics, optoelectronics, laser micro-machining, solar cells, supercomputing and video walls, computer architecture, analysis and design of very large scale integration (VLSI) chips, signal and image processing, control and manufacturing, electromagnetics, power systems and biomedical systems.
	The Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program The Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program seeks students pursuing degrees in a variety of academic majors, including, but not limited to: Engineering — Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Material, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Nuclear, and Petroleum. Sciences — Biological, Computer, Information Technology, Geology, Math, Microbiology, and Physics. Social Sciences — Economics, Organizational Psychology, Political Science, Policy, Public Administration, International Relations, National Security and Sociology. Business — Accounting, Finance, Management, and Business Administration Deadline: March 14, 2008
	The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Public Service Leaders Scholarship Program provides combined scholarship and internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students leading to permanent employment upon completion of their degree.The program is designed to promote public service and create access to higher education.  The program offers: Full-tuition scholarships Paid internship (minimum 640 hours) leading to permanent employment Employee benefits such as: Mentoring Career development Leadership training Use of a personal computer Recipients of a Public Service Leaders Scholarship enter into an agreement with the USDA to receive full-tuition scholarships for two or three years. In addition, recipients intern at the USDA for a minimum of 640 hours prior to graduation. The internships are paid in addition to the scholarship funds. Students may be required to work during the upcoming summer.  Recipients are required to work for the USDA for one year for every year of sponsorship upon graduation. We are currently accepting applications for the 2006 program!To read more about the application process go to the How to Apply or to begin the application process, please click here and register.  Successful applicants are: Committed to public service Leaders in their community Intellectually curious
	Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships This program places students in paid internships in Science and Engineering at any of several Department of Energy facilities. Many of the participants in the program have decided on a career in science and engineering because of the nature of the experience. Students work with scientists or engineers on projects related to the laboratories' research programs. The different laboratories each offer different research opportunities (see Choosing a Lab). The summer programs at the various laboratories will run from late May to mid-August, fall programs run from August through December and spring programs from January through May. The exact start date will depend on the laboratory and will be given to participants who have been accepted at that specific laboratory. Students are required to participate for the full term of the program.
	United States Departments of Energy Student Parnership Program The 2008 Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program offers talented undergraduate and graduate students summer internship positions with the U.S. Department of Energy and its national laboratories. Positions involve scientific research or a focus on policy, business, and government relations. All internships include paid lodging, round trip airfare, and monetary compensation. As Program participants, students receive an intensive 8-week assignment to "jump-start" their careers and develop their potential for future opportunities within the federal government. Students work side-by-side with leading scientists, engineers, and other top professionals to develop professional skills and enhance leadership capabilities.
	Office of Science Community College Institute  This program places students from community colleges in paid internships in Science and Engineering and Technology at any of several different locations (see Choosing a Lab). Because of the comprehensive nature of this program many of the participants have felt it has had an enormous influence on their careers. Students work with scientists or engineers on projects related to the laboratories' research programs. They also attend career planning and numerous training/informational sessions. The different laboratories each offer different research opportunities (see Choosing a Lab). The CCI only runs during the summer term.
	Diversity Infusion Program  The MCCD Diversity Infusion Program defines diversity in the broadest possible manner, going beyond visible traits and / or characteristics. The Program looks at all ways in which people may differ from one another, but in so doing, emphasizes the importance of inclusiveness and examining similarities as well as differences.
	Congressional Internship Programs All applications can be downloaded from http://www.chciyouth.org
	United States Department of Energy Scholars Program The DOE Scholars Program is a unique new approach within the Department of Energy for introducing students or recent college graduates to DOE’s mission and operations. As a participant in the DOE Scholars Program, you will have a competitive edge for familiarizing yourself with DOE functions while showcasing your education, talent, and skills.
	The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) has an internship partnership with over 100 companies and organizations. Through this partnership, HACU submits the students’ application to all of its partner companies & organization for possible PAID internship position. With one application the applicant literally applies for numerous opportunities.  Internships are available in all fields of study.  Visit http://www.hnip.net/intern/contentID.10/intern.asp for more information