Shaw University. Preparation Is The Key!

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1 S H A W U N I V E R S I T Y V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 S P R I N G E D I T I O N Shaw University Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships 118 East South Street Raleigh, NC Dollars For $cholars SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST: COUNTING UP THE COST UNCF Scholarships Outside Scholarships NCSIG and NCELS Programs EDITOR: ZAKIYA MIDDLETON SCHOLARSHIP COORDINATOR Preparation Is The Key! State of DC Grant Programs Congrats to the Class of 2008 I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E : Counting Up the Cost/ 1 Scholarships for Freshmen UNCF Scholarships: 2-3 Incoming FR Scholarships Highlighted in Blue More UNCF Scholarships 4-5 Outside Scholarships/ 6-7 SallieMae Fund, John Gyles, AICPA & NC Council Take the time out to count up the cost of your college education, so that you may have a plan in place prior to arriving to school in the fall. Student loans don t have to be the only answer to financing higher education. There are free monies out there for you, but you must go after them. Inquire about scholarships and grant programs in your area. Many states offer grant programs for state residents. Check with your high school Guidance Counselor about scholarship opportunities in your city or town. Your local bank tellers, churches, or non-profit organizations may be able to offer assistance about possible scholarships and grant programs as well. Remember, preparation is the key! UNCF SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCOMING FRESHEMEN Introducing the Fort Worth ISD Scholarship Program-2008 UNCF SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN Introducing the Joseph & Sylvia Slifka Foundation Scholarship Using a Scholarship Search Engine to Help Locate Scholarships That Fit You Independent College Fund/ Hispanic College Fund 8 9 $ Scholarship Value: up to 2,500 $ Classifications: High School Seniors & High School Graduates $ Scholarship Value: up to $20,000 $ Classifications: High School Seniors & High School Graduates Grant Programs For NC Residents 10 Application Deadline: May 9, 2008 Application Deadline: May 31, 2008 DC Grant Opportunities Schedule of Events for 2008 Graduates For additional information or to register and apply For additional information or to register and apply

2 P A G E 2 UNCF Scholarship Opportunities Dallas ISD Scholarship Program 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,500 $ Classifications: High School Graduates & High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Texas City of Cleveland: Mayor Jackson Scholarship for Children of Employees $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,500 $ Classifications: High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Cleveland, Ohio Application Deadline: May 9, 2008 Cedric The Entertainer Charitable Foundation, Inc. Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,500 $ Classifications: High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Missouri All qualified students who attend a Missouri High School must forward their acceptance letters to UNCF For additional information or to register and apply Application Deadline: May 2, 2008 City of Cleveland: Mayor Jackson Scholarship for CMSD Students $ Scholarship Value: up $2,500 $ Classifications: High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Cleveland, Ohio Application Deadline: May 2, 2008 City of Cleveland: Mayor Jackson Scholarship for HBCU Students $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,500 $ Classifications: Open $ Eligible Locations: Cleveland, Ohio Application Deadline: May 2, 2008 City of Cleveland: Mayor Jackson Scholarship for City Employees $ Scholarship Value: up to $1,250 $ Classifications: Open Must be an employee of Cleveland, Ohio who will be enrolling in a B.A. program at a HBCU in the fall of Application Deadline: May 2, 2008

3 V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 UNCF Scholarship Opportunities P A G E 3 East Cleveland Schools Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classifications: Graduating High School Seniors Students from Shaw High School in East Cleveland who plan to attend a UNCF institution during the academic year. Application Deadline: June 1, 2008 Erickson Retirement Communities/ UNCF Corporate Scholarship Program $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classifications: College Sophomores $ Eligible Location: Open Cisco Systems Scholars Program $ Scholarship Value: up to $4,000 $ GPA Requirements: 3.2 or better $ Classifications: College Sophomores $ Majors: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering Hershey Company 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classifications: High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Pennsylvania High school seniors attending Harrisburg, J.P. McCaskey, and Lebanon High School ONLY. Jay Charles Levine Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $3,200 $ Classifications: High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Detroit, Michigan Ford/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classifications: College Sophomores and Juniors $ Majors: Accounting, Finance, CIS, Operations Management, Computer, Electrical, & Mechanical Engineering Application Deadline: May 22, 2008

4 P A G E 4 UNCF Scholarship Opportunities Google Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $10,000 $ GPA Requirements: 3.5 or better $ Classifications: Graduate Student, College Graduate, College Juniors, College Seniors $ Majors: Computer Science, Computer & Electrical Engineering Joseph A. Towles African Study Abroad Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $10,000 $ Classifications: College Sophomores and Juniors Application Deadline: April 30, 2008 Application Deadline: April 30, 2008 Davenport Forte Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $10,000 $ GPA Requirements: 2.7 or better $ Classification: High School Graduates & High School Seniors $ Declared Majors: Open $ Eligible Locations: Detroit, Michigan Application Deadline: June 30, 2008 Nestle Very Best Adopt-A-School Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classification: High School Seniors From Selected Area Schools $ Eligible Location: Open Kroger Great Lakes Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,000 $ Classifications: High School Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Ohio, West Virginia, & Michigan Application Deadline: May 12, 2008 Lockheed Martin/UNCF Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,000 $ Classifications: College Freshmen and Sophomores $ Majors: Accounting, Business, Finance, Human Resources, Computer Science, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering Application Deadline: May 2, 2008

5 V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 UNCF Scholarship Opportunities MCCA Lloyd M. Johnson Jr. Scholarship 2008 $ Scholarship Value: up to $10,000 $ GPA Requirements: 3.2 or better $ Classifications: College Seniors, College Graduates and Graduate Students interested in Law School Must be enrolling in a Law School in the fall of 2008 P A G E 5 Red, Hot & Snazzy Benefit Gala Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $2,000 $ Classifications: High School Seniors & High School Graduates $ Eligible Locations: Texas Application Deadline: June 1, 2008 SECA Pennsylvania Student Aid $ Scholarship Value: up to $4,000 $ Classifications: High School Seniors, College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors $ Eligible Locations: Pennsylvania Application Deadline: May 30, 2008 Application Deadline: July 11, 2008 St. Petersburg Golf Classic Scholarship $ Scholarship Value: up to $6,000 $ Classifications: Open $ Eligible Locations: Florida Application Deadline: May 30, 2008 UNCF/AGL Resources Energy Scholars Program $ Scholarship Value: up to $5,293 $ Classifications: College Sophomores $ Majors: Civil & Mechanical Engineering UNCF General Scholarship 2007/2008 Academic Year $ Scholarship Value: up to 5,000 $ Classifications:College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students Application Deadline: May 15, 2008

6 P A G E 6 OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS SALLIEMAE FUND UNMET NEED SCHOLARSHIP Receive up to $3,800 Open to families with combined income of $30,000 or less, this program is intended to supplement financial aid packages that fall more than $1,000 short of students financial need. This scholarship is not designed as a substitute for aid provided by the institution. The Unmet Need Scholarship program is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents who are accepted or enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) to be eligible to apply. Recipients will be selected based on financial need. Unmet Need Scholarship range from $1,000 to $3,800. Application Deadline is May 31, Log on to for additional information and application. JOHN GYLES EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP Receive up to $3,000 John Gyles Education Awards are available each year to students in both Canada and the United States. They are the result of a private, benevolent endeavor established in Several scholarships are awarded directly to students and a list of recipients is available at the end of each calendar year. To apply for a scholarship applicants must be enrolled full-time at (or accepted to) a college or university program as an undergraduate or graduate student. (High school seniors, and others, may apply pending acceptance.) Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.7 on a scale of 4.0 (or similar grade assessment) and must also have citizenship in either the United States or Canada. No preference is given to students from either country. Applications must be mailed (post-marked by regular mail) No later than June 1 st, 2008 to meet the next deadline. Log on to for additional information and application.

7 V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 P A G E 7 OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS AICPA/ACCOUNTEMPS STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS Receive up to $2,500 The AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship program provides financial assistance to students who are currently majoring in accounting, finance, or information systems. The awards are intended to encourage students to consider careers in accounting and business. AICPA JOHN L. CAREY SCHOLARSHIP Receive up to $5,000 The AICPA John L. Carey Scholarship program provides financial assistance to liberal arts degree holders pursing graduate studies in accounting and the CPA designation. These awards are intended to encourage students with little or no previous accounting education to consider professional accounting careers. DEADLINE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS IS MAY 1, 2008 Log on to to download application Forward any questions by at educat@aicpa.org or call (919) for additional information. NORTH CAROLINA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS Receive up to $1,500 The Members of the North Carolina Council of the Blind are pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for blind and visually impaired high school seniors, college, professional and vocational school students. Interested Students Must Complete and Submit Applications By May 15, For additional information and application contact the Office of Financial Aid.

8 P A G E 8 USING A SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINE IS A HELPFUL WAY TO NARROW DOWN SCHOLARHIP RESULTS THAT BEST FIT YOU It's important to explore scholarship opportunities first - before you consider borrowing, so you can keep your college funding costs down to a minimum. Like many others, NextStudent offers a free scholarship Search Engine which makes the search for scholarship monies easy, fun, fast, and convenient. To use it all you have to do is simply enter your (or your student s) personal and academic information, and the NextStudent Scholarship Search Engine will find the awards that match your profile. It also provides, for all scholarships, the funding source's eligibility requirements, due dates, number of awards, award amounts, and contact information. How do I use the NextStudent Scholarship Search Engine? Simply create your student profile, and select Search for a comprehensive list of scholarship opportunities customized just for you. Do I have to create a new student search profile every time I use the NextStudent Scholarship Search Engine? No. This option is offered to help you broaden your search easily and conveniently. You can create different profiles for yourself, each based on different academic scenarios such as grades, class ranking, major, etc., and save these for future use. NextStudent is constantly adding and updating their database and saved profiles can help save you lots of time in your search process. How do I apply for a scholarship? Once you ve received your search results, read the description carefully for application instructions. Each scholarship is different; some refer you to their website to complete an online application, while others provide a phone number or address for the person you need to contact. What types of scholarships should I include in my search? Most users select "All Types". However, if you re looking for a particular award, you can narrow your search results by selecting a scholarship type. Or, if you re not interested in some types of awards, you can filter these out by selecting only those that interest you. How will I know if I ve won a scholarship? NextStudent Scholarship Search Engine simply helps you to identify scholarship opportunities. It is not involved in the application or funding process. Once you ve applied for an award, you ll be dealing directly with the awarding organization, and should check with your scholarship administrator to determine the status of your application. Log on to and click on Search for Scholarships to begin your search.

9 V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 P A G E 9 Scholarship Opportunities through Independent College Fund Golden LEAF Foundation Scholarship Awarded to eight students from families adversely affected by the decline of the tobacco industry. Eligibility Requirements: Incoming freshmen must have earned a 3.00 GPA in high school Returning students must maintain a 2.50 GPA or better in college Must demonstrate financial need Nominations are upon request of the Independent College Fund of North Carolina Students must be a permanent resident in one the following rural, tobacco-dependent counties: Ashe Graham Lenoir Stokes Beaufort Granville Madison Surry Bertie Greene Martin Transylvania Bladen Halifax Mitchell Vance Carteret Harnett Nash Warren Caswell Haywood Onslow Watauga Columbus Hertford Person Wayne Craven Hoke Pitt Wilson Duplin Johnston Robeson Yadkin Edgecombe Jones Rockingham Yancey Franklin Lee Sampson Scholarship Opportunities for Hispanics through the Hispanic College Fund The minimum eligibility criteria for HCF scholarship programs are: Must be a U.S. citizen or a Permanent Resident residing in the fifty states or Puerto Rico Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Must plan to enroll as a full-time undergraduate student from Fall Spring 2009 Must plan to be enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico Each scholarship program has its own set of criteria. Go to the scholarship application site to read the full list of requirements for each program. For additional information log on to

10 P A G E 10 GRANT PROGRAMS FOR NORTH CAROLINA RESIDENTS NCSIG North Carolina Student Incentive Grant Award amount $700 annually Applicant must be a US citizen. Be a North Carolina resident. Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment on a full-time basis at a North Carolina postsecondary institution. Not be enrolled in a program designed primarily for career preparation in a religious vocation. Maintain satisfactory academic progress. Award available to undergraduates who demonstrate substantial financial need. NCELS North Carolina Lottery Scholarship Award amounts up to $2,500 annually Must be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes. Be enroll for at least six credit hours per semester in a curriculum program. Meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of the institution. Be admitted, enrolled, and classified as an undergraduate student in matriculated status in a degree, certificate, or diploma program at an eligible North Carolina institution. Eligibility is determined based on the same criteria as the Federal Pell Grant with one exception: students not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant with an estimated family contribution (EFC) of $5,000 or less will be eligible for an Education Lottery Scholarship. Students who have earned a baccalaureate (four-year) college degrees are ineligible. Hmmm.. the earlier I file my FAFSA, I am increasing my chances to receive free monies. I better pass this on. Application Procedure Student must complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Show on the form that North Carolina is his/her state of legal residence. List at least one North Carolina college, university, technical, or vocational school in the release section of the form. The Deadline for Applying is March 15th of Each Year **In order to take full advantage of all the possible grant opportunities, it is encouraged that students file their FAFSA form every year by March 15th.** For additional information log on to

11 V O L U M E 1, I S S U E 2 P A G E 11 GO TO COLLEGE! Let Higher Education Financial Services Help You DCTAG DC Tuition Assistance Grant Program Up to $2,500 per school year DCAS DC Adoption Scholarship Program Up to $10,000 per school year DCLEAP DC Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Program Up to $1,500 per school year DCASP DC Adult Scholarship Program Up to $5,000 per school year Complete the DC OneApp Available MAJOR CHANGES! Academic Year All DC OneApp required supporting documents must be submitted at one time to be considered for an award. Fax submission of required documents will not be accepted. The Office of Tax and Revenue Authorization Form will not be available until April 15, 2008 and will not be accepted after August 29, Only one current utility bill, bank statement, pay stub or mortgage statement is required. DCTAG applicants and/or parents legal guardians cannot earn more than $1 million annually. LEAP to complete the OneApp, get TAGged for college DC OneApp Available January 1st Deadline June 30th

12 Graduating CLASS of 2008!! Schedule of Events for Graduating Seniors Senior Service-Sunday, May 4, 2008 Location: Thomas J. Boyd Chapel Time: 11:00 a.m. Commencement Rehearsal-Friday, May 9, 2008 (Mandatory if participating in Commencement Ceremony) ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED. Bring your cap, tassel, and academic hood. Location: J.S. Dorton Arena (1026 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC) Time: Graduates are required to arrive at the arena by 9:30 a.m. Rehearsal begins at 10:00 a.m. Baccalaureate Ceremony Friday, May 9, 2008 Dress in full academic regalia. Location: Thomas J. Boyd Chapel Time:Graduates are required to arrive at 5:15 p.m. The ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. (Line-up will be at bell tower). Commencement Ceremony Saturday, May 10, 2008 If attending you are to be dressed in full academic regalia. Location: J.S. Dorton Arena (1026 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC) Time: Graduates are to arrive at 9:15 a.m. at the Exposition Center. The ceremony will begin at 11:00 a.m.