Be sure to view the websites and use the
contact information provide to ensure all the data is correct. Due Date
and Requirements are subject to change.
Although these programs
were sent to me in 2006 they are on-going so please read and contact
if you feel there may be a benefit to you in the program.
AED
Academy for
Educational Development (AED) announces David L. Boren Graduate
Fellowships Competition;
fellowships awarded in a broad range of academic and professional
disciplines including business, economics, history, international affairs,
law, applied sciences and engineering, health and biomedical sciences,
political science, and other social sciences.
found this information you might
want to share with parents looking for a way to make these campus
visits more affordable. It will help me a lot and save me over $100.
www.campusvisit.com gives a free companion ticket to parents
traveling with a student for a school visit.
Visit
http://www.campusvisit.com/amtrak/ and print out the page that
is displayed after you complete a few simple lines of information or
you can use the discount code provided on the page to book tickets
online.
THIS OFFER IS VALID FOR SALE
BETWEEN 12/31/06 - 12/07/07 AND VALID FOR TRAVEL BETWEEN 1/05/07 -
12/14/07. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AT LEAST 7 DAYS PRIOR TO TRAVEL.
Summer Internships at Georgetown
University for Young Blacks
The Institute for Responsible
Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer
program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Each summer, 12
of the most promising young minority male college sophomores in the
country (possibly 24 this coming summer) are given the chance to
travel to the nation's capital and engage in prestigious Internships
while taking rigorous classes at Georgetown. The courses in
government and economics are designed to provide these young men
with the skills necessary to critically analyze the world's problems
while adhering to a deep respect for civil liberties. When the
Students are not in class or at work, they are often called upon to
attend social functions designed to help them network in their
field.
Personal meetings with such
leaders as Colin Powell, John Lewis, and Clarence Thomas are made
possible by the intimate nature of the program.
The program runs from June 3 -
July 28 and is a two-summer commitment (accommodations are made for
students on the quarter system). During their first summer,
students' primary responsibilities outside of Their internships are
their academic courses. The following summer, in addition to their
internships, mentorship with the latest cohort of Institute students
and young high school students becomes a priority.
Tuition and housing are paid for
by the Institute, while students are expected to pay for their
transportation and food. In addition, those not placed in paid
internships will receive a stipend in the amount of $2500. While
there are no major requirements, the program focuses on attracting
young men interested in the fields of law, politics, business,
academics, and the ministry.
You should be a sophomore to
apply, however, juniors are considered if they are committed to
attending graduate or professional school directly following their
senior year. To give you an idea of the kind of students we have in
our program, here are some statistics from our 2006 cohort:
GPA Range: 3.02 - 3.97 Average:
3.65
Leadership At least one post held
at time of application
Harvard is offering free tuition for students that have a family income
below $40,000. If you know anyone/family earning less than $40K with
a brilliant child near ready for college, please pass this along.
To find out more about Harvard offering free tuition for families
making less than $40,000 a year visit Harvard's financial aid web site at:
http://adm-is.fas.harvard.edu/FAO/index.htm
or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495- 1581.
The Institute for
Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its
summer program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Each
summer, 12 of the most promising young minority male college
sophomores in the country (possibly 24 this coming summer) are
given The chance to travel to the nation's capital and engage in
prestigious internships while taking rigorous classes at Georgetown.
The courses in
government and economics are designed to provide these Young men
with the skills necessary to critically analyze the world's Problems
while adhering to a deep respect for civil liberties. When the
Students are not in class or at work, they are often called upon to
attend social functions designed to help them network in their
field.
Personal meetings
with such leaders as Colin Powell, John Lewis, and Clarence Thomas
are made possible by the intimate nature of the program. The program
runs from June 3 - July 28 and is a two-summer commitment
(accommodations are made for students on the quarter system).
During their first
summer, students' primary responsibilities outside Of their
internships are their academic courses. The following summer, in
addition to their internships, mentorship with the latest cohort of
Institute students and young high school students becomes a
priority.
The Institute pays
for tuition and housing and students are expected To pay for their
transportation and food. In addition, those not placed in Paid
internships will receive a stipend in the amount of $2500. While
there Are no major requirements, the program focuses on attracting
young men interested in the fields of law, politics, business,
academics, and the ministry.
You should be a
sophomore to apply, however, juniors are considered if They are
committed to attending graduate or professional school directly
following their senior year. To give you an idea of the kind of
students we have in our program, here are some statistics from our
2006 cohort: GPA
Range:
3.02 - 3.97 Average: 3.65 Leadership in at least one post held at
time of application. More information, along with the application,
can be found on the web at
http://www.i4rc.org/ The application deadline is February 1.
Inquiries should be directed To
mailto:info@i4rc.org>
info@i4rc.org or
(202) 659-2831.
Those considering
applying are highly encouraged to review the website And contact our
office before filling out the application.
Summer Medical and
Dental Programs & More This is a major site with possibilities at
elite schools. Free full tuition, housing, and meals for six-week
summer medical and dental school preparatory program that offers
eligible students intensive and personalized medical and dental
school preparation
2006
This year, $1.5 million in scholarship
funding will be made available to
college-bound students who are the first
generation in their families to attend
college.
This year, they will add to their core
program by offering additional scholarships
for students pursuing performing arts
careers.
Morehouse College:
2006 Coca-Cola Pre-College Leadership Program
This program is designed to introduce participants to the traits,
skills and behaviors necessary for effective 21st century
leadership. The curriculum focuses on personal and interpersonal
leadership skills, with an emphasis on the development of character,
civility and community.
Financial support for the program is provided by The Coca-Cola
Foundation.
Eligibility:
• Male students completing their sophomore or junior year of high
school by June 2006
• Male students completing their senior year in high school who have
applied for admission to Morehouse College for Fall 2006
Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) at the time
we receive their applications.
Program Dates: Saturday, June 17, 2006 – Friday June 23, 2006
Program Fees: $400.00 per participant
Application Deadline: Monday, February 20, 2006
To Secure an Application:
Visit the website:
www.morehouse.edu Application access is listed under News
& Events
Science Training
Programs Directory for Teachers and Students (STP) has
more than 300 programs listed and is the only comprehensive catalog
of science, mathematics and engineering enrichment programs for
pre-college students and teachers
Summer Opportunities for
Minority Undergraduate Students
ALANA is an acronym for American, Latino/a,
Asian American and Native American people
This is a powerful resource that Black
Excel has pointed minority (and other students to) for a number of
years. It goes 120+ pages and is filled with many excellent
resources. It's a comprehensive listing.
The White House Internship Program offers an excellent opportunity
to serve our President and explore public service. We are seeking
exceptional candidates to apply for this highly competitive program.
In addition to typical office duties, interns attend weekly
lectures, tours, and complete an intern service project.
Interns may serve a term in the Fall, Spring or Summer. Every
candidate must be a United States citizen, enrolled in a college or
university, and at least 18 years of age.
• a history of community involvement and leadership
• solid verbal/written communication skills
• a demonstrated interest in public service
Applications should be submitted to Karen Race, Deputy Director and
Intern Coordinator, White House Personnel, at
intern_application@whitehouse.gov on or before the
following deadlines:
• October 13, 2006 for SPRING 2007 — (January 9 to May 11, 2007)
• March 6, 2007 for SUMMER 2007 — (May 22 to August 24, 2007)
The Nonprofit Sector
Research Fund (), a grantmaking program
of the Aspen
Institute in Washington, D.C., annually offers the William Randolph Hearst
Endowed Scholarship.
The scholarship,
which is based on academic excellence and need, is open to both
undergraduate and graduate students who are members of minority groups.
The Hearst Scholar serves as a summer intern with the fund. Through the
program, the fund seeks to introduce a diverse group of students to issues
relating to philanthropy, voluntarism, and nonprofit organizations. In
addition, recipients may arrange with their colleges or universities to
receive academic credit for the experience. The ideal candidate for the
scholarship is a highly motivated continuing graduate or undergraduate
student from an underrepresented community. The student must be able to
intern for ten to twelve weeks full-time during the summer at the
Washington, D.C., office of the Aspen Institute. All travel and housing
costs must be covered by the student.
A scholarship grant
of between $2,500 and $5,000 will be awarded, depending on the recipient's
educational level, financial need, and time commitment. See the NRSF for
complete program information.
