Scholarships in College Sophomore

Christian Worker Grant

Award: $1,000, Deadline: August 1

Applicant must have a parent who is a full-time paid employee in an Evangelical ministry or church.

 

Church Matching Grant

Award: $1,000, Deadline: August 1

Applicant must be a full-time student at the university who is sponsored by a church or para-organization. The university will match up to $1,000 per academic year.

 

Legacy Grant

Award: $1,000, Deadline: August 1

Applicant must be the child or grandchild of a Columbia International University alumnus.

 

180 Medical Scholarship

Award: $1,000, Deadline: June 1

Applicant must have spina bifida, a spinal cord injury, or transverse myelitis.

 

AFSA National Second Chance Contest

Award: $1,000, Deadline: Mid-August

Applicant must be a high school graduate living in the United States. Applicant must read the "Fire Sprinkler Essay" (approximately 3,000 words) about automatic fire sprinklers and take a 10-question multiple-choice test. For each question answered correctly, students will receive one entry into a drawing for one of five $1,000 scholarships. For each question answered incorrectly, they will be given one more chance at the end of the exam to answer those questions correctly. Online contest only. Phone calls, e-mails, or faxed applications will not be accepted.

 

Ohio College Opportunity Grant

Award: $1,872, Deadline: October 1

Applicant must be an Ohio resident who demonstrates the highest levels of financial need with an expected family contribution of $2,190 or less and a maximum household income of $75,000 as determined by the FAFSA results. Applicant must be enrolled at an eligible Ohio or Pennsylvania institution.

 

Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program

Award: $5,000, Deadline: July 15

Applicant must be an Ohio resident enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an approved Ohio nurse education program with financial need. Applicant must intent to serve as a nurse after graduation or nurse who intents to serve as an instructor in Ohio.

 

President's Scholarship

Award: $12,500, Deadline: May 31; November 30

Applicant must have participated actively in enrichment programs (summer camps, youth groups, travel abroad, etc.). Demonstration of commitment to leadership and community service is required.

 

Faculty Scholarship

Award: $7,500, Deadline: May 31; November 30

Applicant must be able to demonstrate a commitment to leadership and community service.

 

Leadership & Ethics Award

Award: $5,000, Deadline: May 31; November 30

Applicant must be able to demonstrate a commitment to leadership and community service.

 

Culture Award

Award: $2,500, Deadline: May 31; November 30

Applicant must have actively participated in an enrichment program (summer camp, youth group, travel abroad, etc.).

 

Athletic Scholarship

Award: $9,000, Deadline: None

Applicant must have completed the athletic tryout and be recommended by the Athletic Department.

 

E.K. & Lillian F. Bishop Foundation Scholarship

Award: $2,500, Deadline: March 31

Applicant must have a permanent home address in Grays Harbor County, WA. Essay on the impact Grays Harbor County has had on applicant is required. Demonstrated financial need also required.

 

Barbara C. Littlefield Vocal Scholarship

Award: $2,100, Deadline: May 15

Applicant must be between the ages of 17 and 25 who is a resident of the state of Maine. Applicant must be a music major in the fall semester at any accredited music school, college, or university. Audition (not to exceed 15 minutes) requires applicants to perform at least two memorized compositions from two different periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Modern).

 

TSGC Columbia Crew Memorial Scholarship

Award: $5,000, Deadline: March 26

Applicant must be a citizen of the United States who is registered for at least a half-time course load or more at a TSCG member institution in good standing as: a sophomore at a two-year institution; a sophomore at a four-year institution; a junior or senior at a four-year institution; or a first or second year student at a medical school.

 

Yellow Ribbon Program

Award: $14,000, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a first-time student who is one of the first 40 students who submits an application for this program, a certificate of eligibilty, and a DD-214 form.

 

Naomi L. Satterfield Memorial Scholarship

Award: $1,000, Deadline: May 1

Applicant must be a member of Phi Chi Theta.

 

Panther Promise Tuition Waiver

Award: $2,500, Deadline: February 1

Applicant must be an incoming freshman or transfer student attending Eastern Illinois University who has a household annual income ranging from $33,000 to $67,000.

 

College Access Foundation of California Scholarship

Award: $3,000, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate student accepted to Eastern Illinois University. Financial need must be demonstrated.

 

Integrative Learning Scholarship

Award: $3,000, Deadline: February 1

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior or transfer student who will attend Eastern Illinois University and has evidence of engagement in service, research or activities that demonstrate an application of academic principles. Essay, minimum 23 ACT and 3.2 GPA required.

 

Parents Club Scholarship

Award: $3,000, Deadline: February 14

Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate in good academic standing with at least 12 credit hours completed.

 

Summer Work Room and Board Scholarship

Award: -, Deadline: None

Applicant must be an admitted student who has been selected to participate in the on-campus summer work program. Working one six week session provides room and board for the following fall term; working two six week sessions provides room and board for the following fall and spring terms. Priority consideration is given to students previously enrolled.

 

ASL Interpreting Award

Award: $5,000, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a full-time student who is enrolled in an ASL Interpreting major and who exhibits a skill/talent in American Sign Language. Letters of recommendation, DVD portfolio, and essay are required.

 

Communications Performance Award

Award: $5,000, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a full-time student who is majoring in communications. Essay, interview with communications faculty, and application are required.

 

Merit Scholar Award

Award: -, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and minimum ACT score of 32 (combined SAT Reasoning score of 1400) or be a National Merit Finalist. Transcripts and application are required to be submitted.

 

Phi Theta Kappa Award

Award: $10,000, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a transfer student with a minimum of 30 credit hours, a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA, and who is in good academic standing.

 

Scholar Athlete Award

Award: -, Deadline: March 1

Applicant must be a student athlete who demonstrates athletic talent and skill.

 

A. C. Asbury, D.V.M. Equine Scholarship Fund

Award: $1,000, Deadline: March 15

Applicant must be an undergraduate at the University of Florida who excels in the art and science of equine practice.

 

A. Didier Graeffe Scholarship

Award: $1,500, Deadline: March 15

Awarded to music majors chosen by faculty. Financial need must be demonstrated.

 

Ayer Scholarship

Award: $3,500, Deadline: April 13

Applicant must be a New Hampshire resident between the ages of 17 and 23 who will enroll in a four-year baccalaureate or graduate degree program at least half-time. FAFSA required. Award based on financial need.