The following scholarship opportunities are from agencies outside Augustana College. These scholarships vary in their qualifications, requirements, and deadlines. All students are encouraged to pursue the opportunities listed here.

If you do receive a scholarship from any outside agency, you should report these scholarships.

Application Deadline Date

Applications for the following scholarship opportunities are available online (unless otherwise noted).

• January
• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December
• Various

January

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
A variety of scholarships for students from South Dakota or attending a South Dakota college. Visit www.sfacf.org for more information.

Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund
Deadline: 01/03
Amount: up to $30,000
Description: Women who earned a HS diploma or GED before September 2002 and are enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate course of study. Application for 2013-14 acedemic year opens mid-October
How to Apply: www.scholarshipamerica.org/talbotswomen
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Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association
Deadline: 01/11/2013
Amount: $1,000 to $2,500
Description: Scholarships for nursing or pre-nursing students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and can demonstrate financial need.
How to Apply: www.nsna.org
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Mensa Education & Research Foundation
Deadline: 01/15
Amount: $500 to $1,000
Description: 550-word essay contest. Applicants do not need to be members of MENSA. Must be enrolled in a degree program but is not restricted in any other way.
How to Apply: www.mensafoundation.org
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Providian Medical Scholarship
Deadline: 01/15
Amount: $500
Description: submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum.
How to Apply: www.providianmedical.com
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Lilly Reintegration Scholarship
Deadline: 01/24
Amount: Undesignated
Description: Recipients must be diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar disorder and currently receiving medical treatment, including medications and psychiatric follow-up. Application for 2013-14 school year will be available in mid-October
How to Apply: www.reintegration.com
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Advice to Your High School Self
Deadline: 01/31
Amount: $2,500
Description: Complete a survey and respond in 200 words: "Assume you could go back in time and talk to yourself as a high school senior. Knowing what you know now about college life and making the transition, what advice would you give yourself?"
How to Apply: www.campusdiscovery.com/college-scholarships
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February

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
A variety of scholarships for students from South Dakota or attending a South Dakota college. Visit www.sfacf.org for more information.

The Lawrence & Schiller Scholarship
Deadline: 02/01
Amount: $1250
Description: Must be attending a South Dakota college, a resume of employment, activities, honors and organizational involvement along with two letters of recommendation and a 750 word essay is required.
How to Apply: http://www.sdaf.org/students/scholarships/
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Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: 02/01
Amount: Undesignated
Description: Over 150 scholarships all with different requirements. Visit the website and search by state to find out more.
How to Apply: www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org
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National Institutes of Health (NIH) & the Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Individuals from Disadvantaged Backgrounds (UGSP)
Deadline: 02/01
Amount: up to $20,000
Description: Undergraduates from disadvantaged backgrounds. Application for 2013-14 available soon.
How to Apply: ugsp.nih.gov
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Sales and Marketing Schoarships
Deadline: 02/03/2013
Amount: up to $3,000
Description: upcoming sophomore, junior, or senior students attending a South Dakota institution of higher education. Must be pursuing a major and degree that would adequately prepare the student for a career in a business management, sales, or marketing-related field.
How to Apply: www.smesiouxfalls.org
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Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship from Google
Deadline: 02/06
Amount: $10,000
Description: Female student majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related technical field who will be entering her senior year of undergraduate study or be enrolled in a graduate program. Must have a 3.5 GPA.
How to Apply: www.google.com/anitaborg
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Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: 2/10
Amount: $1,000
Description: High school senior or current college student who is employed by Hy-Vee or a child of a Hy-vee employee.
How to Apply: www.hy-vee.com
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Yankton College Scholarship
Deadline: 02/15/2013
Amount: $1,000
Description: Must have a family relationship to Yankton College alumni, former facutly, or staff; or a family friend, teacher, pastor, or other person with a connection to Yankton College may recommend the applicant. See website for more info.
How to Apply: www.yanktoncollege.org
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NCR Past Governors Award
Deadline: 02/15
Amount: $2,000
Description: Women engaged in post-graduate study preparing for the helping professions, public service, or in a nontraditional field for women. For students from Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota,
How to Apply: www.soroptimistncr.org
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South Dakota Corrections Association (SDCA) Scholarship
Deadline: 02/20
Amount: $500
Description: Junior or senior majoring in a corrections field or a related career field. Must be a resident of South Dakota.
How to Apply: contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Vegetarian Resource Group
Deadline: 02/20
Amount: $5,000
Description: Recipient must be a vegetarian. Entries may only be sent by students graduating from high school in spring 2013.
How to Apply: www.vrg.org
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Lagrant Foundation
Deadline: 02/28
Amount: $5,000 Undergrad, $10,000 Graduate student
Description: Minority undergraduate and graduate students in public relations, marketing, or advertising. 2.75 GPA for undergrads and 3.2 GPA for graduate students.
How to Apply: www.lagrantfoundation.org
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Next Big Thing $1500 Scholarship
Deadline: 02/28
Amount: $1500
Description: Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the topic: “In the past decade, we have experienced amazing new ideas, inventions and technologies. Each new product -- whether it is the latest smartphone, tablet, television, or car -- is considered the “latest and greatest.” If you could create the “next big thing” what would it be, what would it do, and why is it needed? ”
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Deadline: 02/29
Amount: up to $25,000 per year
Description: High school seniors and current undergraduate full-time students who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry.
How to Apply: http://www.buickachievers.com/
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March

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
A variety of scholarships for students from South Dakota or attending a South Dakota college. Visit www.sfacf.org for more information.

Google Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: $10,000
Description: Recipient must be of Hispanic background, a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, have financial need, have a 3.0 or higher GPA, and be enrolled full time studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Must be a junior or senior undergraduate student or in a graduate program
How to Apply: www.hispanicfund.org
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Nutrition & Health Fitness Scholarship
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: $1,000
Description: Must be a full time college freshman, sophomore or junior. Take a short survey and answer a question in 500 or less words. See website for details.
How to Apply: www.nutraplanet.com/scholarship
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American Chemical Society
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: Up to $5,000
Description: African-American, Hispanic, and Native American applicants with financial need and a 3.0 or higher GPA who are seeking degrees in the chemical sciences or chemical technology.
How to Apply: http://portal.acs.org
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Gilman International Scholarship Program (Fall study abroad)
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: Up to $5,000
Description: Students participating in study abroad programs who are US citizens and Pell grant eligible.
How to Apply: www.iie.org/gilman
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BrainTrack  Scholarships (fall)
Deadline: 03/01 (November 1 for spring scholarship)
Amount: $500 to $1,000
Description: Various scholarships available for majors in teaching, nursing, computer science, and business. Check website for specific details.
How to Apply: www.braintrack.com
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Hispanic College Fund Scholarship Program
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: $500-$10,000
Description: Recipient must be of Hispanic background, a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, have financial need, have a 3.0 or higher GPA, and be enrolled full time. Must commit to meeting program requirements if accepted, including webinar attendance and other activities.
How to Apply: www.hispanicfund.org
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James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: up to $24,000
Description: Students who are pursuing or plan to pursue a graduate degree to teach American history, American government, or social studies at the secondary school level.
How to Apply: www.jamesmadison.com
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: $1,000 to $12,500
Description: Children of current or former Marine, Marine Reservist, or former U.S. Navy Corpsman who served with U.S. Marine Corps. Must have a GPA of at least 2.0. Appliation for 2013-14 available in January of 2013
How to Apply: www.mcsf.org
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Contact Lens & Glasses Scholarship
Deadline: 03/01
Amount: $1,000
Description: Complete a survey and respond in 500 words or less to one of three topics. See website for details.
How to Apply: www.replacemycontacts.com
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Henry J. Talge Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: 03/02
Amount: $2,500
Description: Applicants must be entering their senior year of undergraduate studies or their first year of graduate work and majoring in international studies at an accredited school in the United States.
How to Apply: www.trumanaward.org
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Through the Looking Glass Scholarship
Deadline: 03/05
Amount: $1,000
Description: Scholarships for high school seniors and current college students (less than 21 years of age) who have at least one parent with a disability. Check back for Anouncements about 2013 Scholarship in January.
How to Apply: http://lookingglass.org/
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Government Finance Officers Association Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship
Deadline: 03/05
Amount: $5,000
Description: Upperclass undergraduate or graduate student in public administration, accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration. Must belong to a recognized minority group.
How to Apply: www.gfoa.org/services/scholarships.shtml
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National Society of Accountants
Deadline: 03/10
Amount: up to $2,000
Description: Undergraduates majoring in accounting. Must have a "B" average.
How to Apply: www.nsacct.org
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1 First Dakota National Bank
Deadline: 03/11
Amount: $1,000 (16 scholarships awarded)
Description: Applicant must have a FirstChoice Checking account to quality. Awarded to an Undergraduate student.
How to Apply: www.firstdakota.com

James B. and Vera A. Sadler Undergraduate Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: $5,000
Description: Graduates of Washington High School in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in education at an accredited four-year college or university. Eligible applicants must be classified as an incoming junior or senior, 3.0 GPA or better
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: $1000-$2500 ($6000 over 4 years)
Description: South Dakota HS graduate who is a member of an American Indian tribe, attending a South Dakota college or university. Must be enrolled in 14 credits per semester and maintain a 2.5 GPA.
How to Apply: www.doe.sd.gov
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Vincent Hawkinson Foundation for Peace and Justice
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: 1 at $5,000, 4 at $4,000
Description: Students who demonstrate commitment to peace and justice through a specific project, leadership in a peace/justice organization or serve as a role model for others. Must be a resident or attending school in IA, MN, ND, SD or WI. Must be available for an interview in Minneapolis.
How to Apply: www.hawkinsonfoundation.org
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Jim and Pat Croston Family Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: Graduates of a Sioux Falls, South Dakota, high school majoring in education and enrolled as full-time students entering their junior or senior year at a four-year academic college or university in South Dakota. Preference will be given to those who are pursuing degrees in elementary education or who plan to work in a middle school setting.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Sioux Falls Area Retired Teachers Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: $1,250
Description: Current sophomores or juniors majoring in education. Must demonstrate financial need, have a 2.5 or higher gpa; must have participated in school and community affairs and must demonstrate motivation and commitment to the teaching profession.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Edmison Non-Traditional Student Scholarship
Deadline: 03/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: Students 24 years of age or older who are residents of Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, or McCook counties, must have successfully completed a minimum of six credit hours in a course of study in a degree-granting program and be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per academic term at an accredited educational institution.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Florence Krieger Endowment Scholarship
Deadline 03/17
Amount: $1,000
Description: Junior status student intending to teach math or computer science in secondary schools.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Indian Health Service Scholarship Programs
Deadline: 03/28 (postmarked)
Amount: Various
Description: Awards will be made to students who are American Indians (federally recognized groups) or Alaska Natives who are interested in healthcare professions.
How to Apply: www.ihs.gov
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Yankton Medical Clinic
Deadline: 03/28
Amount: $1000
Description: Yankton Medical Clinic will award one scholarship to a student enrolled in a laboratory, radiology, respiratory therapy or nursing program. Preference is given to those intending to return to work in one of the mentioned fileds with in a 50 mile radius of Yankton, SD.
How to Apply: Application available by contacting the Financial Aid Office.

Herman Lerdal Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Junior, attending a South Dakota college or university with an interest in banking, finance, or business.
How to Apply: www.sdba.com
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David S. Birkeland Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Junior, attending a South Dakota college or university with an interest in banking, finance, or business.
How to Apply: www.sdba.com
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Allan B. Graff Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Junior, attending a South Dakota college or university with an interest in banking, finance, or business.
How to Apply: www.sdba.com
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Joyce Hazeltine Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Junior, attending a South Dakota college or university with an interest in banking, finance, or business.
How to Apply: www.sdba.com
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Bennie And Ernestine Shine Scholarship
Deadline 03/31
Amount: up to $1,000
Description: current college student seeking a degree in nursing or athletic training.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Superpower  Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount $2,500
Description: Be enrolled in an institution of higher education and respond in 250 words to: "Which superhero or villan would you want to change places with for a day and why?"
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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National Federation of the Blind
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $3,000-$12,000
Description: Recipient must be legally blind in both eyes.
How to Apply: www.nfb.org/scholarships
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Orphan Foundation of America
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: Undesignated
Description: Applicants must be undergraduates under the age of 25. Must have been in foster care for one consecutive year at the time of their 18th birthday OR have been adopted or taken into legal guardianship out of foster care or upon the death of their parents after their 16th birthday OR have lost both parents to death before the age of 18 and not been subsequently adopted or taken into legal guardianship. 2013-14 application available January 1, 2013.
How to Apply: http://orphan.org/
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SD Soil and Water Conservation Society
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: two $500 scholarships
Description: Agricultural or Natural Science conservation related major, have completed at least one year of study at an accredited univeristy in South Dakota, GPA of 2.8 or better, show resonable need for financial assistance and not have received a SD SWCS Scholarship before.
How to apply: www.sdswcs.org
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Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute, Inc.
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $5,000
Description: Applicants must be sophomores or juniors attending full-time; major in management, sales/marketing, graphic arts, graphic design, or production; have a 3.0 GPA. 2012 Application will be available beginning in December 2011.
How to Apply: www.tlmi.com
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U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship
Deadline: 03/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Random drawing of college undergraduate or high school seniors.
How to Apply: www.usbank.com/
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Army Nurse Corps Association
Deadline: 03/31/2013
Amount: $3,000
Description: Nursing or anesthesia students who plan to enter a component of the US Army, or whose parent(s), spouse and/or children have served in a component of the US Army, and are enrolled in a program not funded by a component of the US Army. There is not a military service obligation for the student receiving this scholarship.
How to Apply: http://e-anca.org/ANCAEduc.htm

 April

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
A variety of scholarships for students from South Dakota or attending a South Dakota college. Visit www.sfacf.org for more information.

David L. Profilet Scholarship
Deadline: 04/01
Amount: $500
Description: SD high school graduate who plans to attend Augustana. 3.0 GPA or higher, financial need and character traits
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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iModules Scholarship
Deadline: 04/01/12
Amount: $1,500
Description: Open to students enrolled in secondary or higher education institutions that are current iModules clients (Augustana College is a client, so our enrolled students are eligible). 2013 Scholarship Program open in January 2013.
How to Apply: www.imodules.com/scholarships
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AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students
Deadline: 04/01
Amount: up to $3,000
Description: Undergraduate and graduate accounting and finance students with a 3.3 GPA who are a member of a minority group. Application usually available in December.
How to Apply: www.aicpa.org
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AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship
Deadline: 04/01
Amount: $2,500
Description: AICPA student affiliate member, accounting, finance, or information systems major, 3.0 GPA, 30 cumulative credits, including 6 credits in accounting, full time undergrad or graduate.
How to Apply: http://ceae.aicpa.org
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DegreeDirectory Academic Business Scholarship
Deadline: 04/01
Amount: $1,000
Description: Undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing bachelor level degrees related to business management, information systems management, marketing, finance, accounting, human resource management, and entrepreneurship.
How to Apply: http://degreedirectory.org/
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Education Portal Undergraduate Scholarships
Deadline: 04/01
Amount: $500 to $1,000
Description: Scholarships for US citizens or permanent residents who have completed 30 hours or more. Financial need is not considered. Scholarships available to students in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Liberal Arts, General Studies, Humanities, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
How to Apply: http://education-portal.com
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Major James Ursano Scholarship
Deadline: 04/02
Amount: Undesignated
Description: Dependent children and/or stepchildren or legally adopted children of an Army soldier on active duty, retired, or deceased while on active duty or after retirement. Application for the 2013-14 academic year will be available soon.
How to Apply: www.aerhq.org
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American Indian Education Foundation
Deadline: 04/04
Amount: Various
Description: Native American or Alaska Native descent. Scholarships for undergraduates and graduate students.
How to Apply: www.aiefprograms.org
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SDRA Jerry Wheeler Scholarship Program
Deadline: 04/12/13
Amount: Up to $1,200 in past years
Descriptioin: Students who intend to enroll in a retail or business-related course of study at a 2 or 4 year college. Must have completed one year of college by September 2012.  2013 Application available in December
How to Apply: email donna@sdra.org
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Kordillia Johnson Scholarship Award
Deadline: 04/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: Women who have completed 30 credits and a 3.0 GPA and a permanent resident of eastern SD. Must demonstrate academic achievement, financial need and are active in college life or community service.
How to Apply: contact the Augustana Financial Aid Office for an application

The Lutheran Foundation Health Professions Scholarship
Deadline: 04/15
Amount: up to $1,000
Description: Available to those in the health care profession who are attending a ELCA school. Scholarships are awarded on need and academic performance.
How to Apply: www.thelutheranfoundation.org
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Charles R. Ullman & Associates Scholarship
Deadline: 04/15
Amount: up to $3,500
Description: Submit an essay on one of two topics. See website for more details.
How to Apply: www.divorcelawnc.com/scholarship.html
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Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Deadline: 04/16
Amount: Various
Description: Full-time Latino undergraduate or graduate student with financial need, community service, strong writing skills. U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
How to Apply: www.chci.org
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Ruth Lambrick Vantiehgem Scholarship
Deadline: 04/14
Amount: $1000
Description: Junior or senior with a 3.0 GPA. 500-1000 word essay on your heritage is required.
How to Apply: contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award
Deadline: 04/15
Amount: $500
Description: In the last 2 years the student must have completed at least 50 hours of volunteer work and have a 3.5GPA or better. Student must be under 21 years as of the deadline and submit an essay on the given topic. See website for more details.
How to Apply: www.bbgcommunicationssolutions.com

Bethesda Lutheran Communities Scholarship
Deadline: 04/17
Amount: $3,000
Description: scholarships will be awarded to Lutheran students pursuing undergraduate degrees in any academic area that will prepare them to serve and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
How to Apply: http://bethesdalutherancommunities.org/scholarships
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Clean It Supply Scholarship
Deadline: 04/20
Amount: $1,000
Description: High school senior or college freshman or sophomore. Choose one of four topics to write a 500-1000 word essay. See website for more details.
How to Apply: www.cleanitsupply.com
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May

Russ Keen Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: 05/01
Amount: varies
Description: Graduates of Aberdeen High School, preference given to journalism or communication majors, but other majors are considered.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid or katie.zeeb@k12.sd.us
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WynAnt College Scholarship
Deadline: 05/01
Amount: up to $10,000/$3,000/$2000
Description: In 300 words or less, write an essay about how you will use your education to make an impact on others..
How to Apply: www.wyzant.com/Scholarships/
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Aweber Email Marketing Scholarship
Deadline: 05/01
Amount: $1,000
Description: College freshmen, sophomores or juniors complete a brief survey and submit a short essay (no more than 500 words) on a designated topic. See website for more details.
How to Apply: www.aweber.com
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Change or Improvement of Career Grant
Deadline: 05/02
Amount: up to $750
Description: non-traditional junior status students who have taken time off from school and are now resuming their studies due to changing demands in their lives.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Connect Your Home Scholarship
Deadline: 05/03
Amount: $1,000
Description: A 500+ word essay on one of four topics, see website for details.
How to Apply: www.connectyourhome.com/scholarship/
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MassMutual Scholars
Deadline: 05/03
Amount: $5000
Description: African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Hispanic students interested in careers in insurance and financial services. Must be entering their sophomore, junior or senior year and be interested in pursuing a career in the insurance and financial services industry.
How to Apply: www.act.org/massmutual
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Doolittle Business Scholarship
Deadline: 05/03
Amount: varies
Description: Current sophomore, junior or senior who graduated from Aberdeen High School, preference given to business majors, but other majors are considered.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid or gretchen.sharp@k12.sd.us
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Texbooks for a Year Scholarship
Deadline: 05/10
Amount: up to $1250
Description: Submit a short essay for your chance to win textbooks for a year
How to Apply: www.mybookbuyer.com
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Great Lakes STEM Scholarship
Deadline: 05/11
Amount: $2500
Description: Full time student with a major in science, technology, engineering or math. Must have a 2.75 GPA and be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent resident with financial need.
How to Apply: www.scholarshipamerica.org/greatlakes/
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Arrow Exterminators Scholarship
Deadline: 05/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: submit an essay of 200-400 words answering the question “If You Were an Insect, What Insect Would You Be and Why?”
How to Apply: www.arrowexterminators.com
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Accounting Software Scholarship
Deadline: 05/24
Amount: $1000
Description: Write an essay (500 words max) on the topic given. See site for details.
How to Apply: www.corcentric.com
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B. Davis Scholarship
Deadline: 05/27
Amount: $1,000
Description: This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution. Submit an essay, in less than 1000 words, what you would consider to be the most important issue that society has to deal with in the next 10 or 20 years? Why do you think this issue so important?
How to Apply: www.scholarshipawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
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Sioux Falls Business and Professional Women's Organization
Deadline: 05/31
Amount: $500
Description: Women pursuing a post-secondary education. Selection based on a combination of academic excellence and financial need.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid
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Augustana Lutheran Camp Scholarship
Deadline: 5/31
Amount: $500
Description: Continuing students who work at a Lutheran camp over the summer for at least six weeks.
How to Apply: www.augie.edu/finaid
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Online Games Scholarship
Deadline: 5/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: 500+ essay on one of two topics, see website for details. Must be a high school senior or enrolled in post secondary education
How to Apply: www.bigfishgames.com
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Fifth Month Scholarship
Deadline: 05/31
Amount $1500
Description: Respond in 250 words or less: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here is a high five to you for being origional."
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com/apply.htx
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LM Scholarship Program
Deadline: 05/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: Currently enrolled in a degree program with a GPA of 3.0 or better. An essay on safety must be submitted as well. See application for details.
How to Apply: www.forklifttraininginsurrey.com
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South Dakota Telecommunications Association (SDTA)
Deadline: 05/31
Amount: $1,000
Description:Second year, and beyond, student attending a South Dakota college or university who is or whose parents are members of an SDATC member company.
How to Apply: www.sdatconline.com
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June

Journyx Excellence In Project Accounting Philosophy Scholarship
Deadline: 06/01
Amount: $500
Description: Write an essay of 1,000 words or less on time tracking for a chance to win this scholarship.
How to Apply: scholarship.journyx.com
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Dr. John Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarship
Deadline: 06/01
Amount: $500
Description: Full time undergraduate student who has contributed a minimum of 10 hours of non-paid, volunteer work with in your community during the last 12 months and have maintained a 2.5 GPA or better.
How to Apply: www.southsurreydentists.com

AT&T Technology for Tuition Scholarship
Deadline: 06/1
Amount: $1000
Descripton: Answer the question “Do you think increased DVR use will cut into TV advertising revenue?”
How to Apply: www.attsavings.com/scholarship
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Citilinks Scholarship
Deadline: 06/03
Amount: $1,000
Description: Full time Freshman, Sophomore or Junior. Submit an essay of 1000 words on one of four topics. See website for details.
How to Apply: http://www.clickinks.com/clickinks-scholarship.html
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Quota Foundation Grant
Deadline: 06/7
Amount $500 to $1,000
Description: A deaf or hearing impaired student or a student going into a field of study that will benefit and assist those who are deaf or hearing impaired. Must demonstrate financial need and live with in 100 mile radius of Sioux City, Iowa, and attend college in South Dakota or Nebraska.
How to Apply: Contact the Office of Financial Aid for an application
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Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Deadline: 06/14/13
Amount: $1,000
Description: submit an essay on "What have you done outside the classroom that demonstrates qualities sought after by the post secondary institution that you are hoping to attend? Also, which of these qualities means the most to you? "
How to Apply: http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
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Sunoco Rewards Scholarship
Deadline: 06/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: U.S. Citizen, HS Senior, or full time freshman, sophomore or junior in college. 500 word essay required.
How to Apply: http://www.gosunoco.com/
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BigSun Scholarship
Deadline: 06/21/2013
Amount: $500
Description: Student athlete, regardless of which sport participated in. Current college student and high school seniors are eligible to apply, must be currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community. Includes a short essay on "What are your most important extracurricular or community activities?   What made you join these activities?  What made you continue to contribute to them?"
How to Apply: www.bigsunathletics.com
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Providian Medical Scholarship
Deadline: 06/21
Amount: $500
Description: submit an original essay of up to 1,500 words that describes how medical equipment technology has changed the face of a college course and curriculum.
How to Apply: www.providianmedical.com
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Video Surveillance.com Scholarship
Deadline: 06/25
Amount: $1,000
Description: create a 60 second or less YouTube video on "How would you use video surveillance to create a better and safer community?". See website for more details.
how to Apply: www.videosurveillance.com
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July

Spirit of Sioux Falls Scholarship Award
Deadline: 07/01
Amount: $2,500
Description: Applicant must live in or maintain residency in Lincoln or Minnehaha County pursuing a degree in business and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of business in American society. Motivation and ability to succeed, academic excellence, and community involvement are also criteria for this award.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Hovland Scholarship
Deadline: 07/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: Students who will be entering their junior year in the fall of 2012. Students must be enrolled at an accredited college or university and of Norwegian descent, with preference given to applicants from the Bomlo Community of Norway. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Lost Boys Education Fund
Deadline: 07/15
Amount: $1,500
Description: Helps young refugees from Kenya who lost their families while fleeing war-torn Sudan pursue higher education. This scholarship fund makes awards to students who have already completed one or more academic years at a college or university.
How to Apply: www.sfacf.org
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Advice to Your High School Self
Deadline: 07/31
Amount: $2,500
Description: Complete a survey and respond in 200 words: "Assume you could go back in time and talk to yourself as a high school senior. Knowing what you know now about college life and making the transition, what advice would you give yourself?"
How to Apply: www.campusdiscovery.com/college-scholarships
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August

Lavon H. Cooper Scholarship
Deadline: 08/01
Amount: several awarded between $300-$1000 each
Description: Graduates of Robbinsdale, Minnesota, who have completed at least two years of post secondary education and have a 3.0 GPA.
How to Apply: www.newhopewt.org

Digital Innovation Scholarship
Deadline: 08/12
Amount: $1000 to one student
Description: U.S. High School senior or currently enrolled college undergraduate and graduate students. Write a 500 word essay describing your personal experience with Internet Entrepreneurship or the importance of new ideas in the digital realm.
How to Apply: www.inkfarm.com

September

Go! Study Scholarship - Study Abroad
Deadline: 09/15
Amount: $1000
Description: All study abroad students are eligible
How to Apply: http://www.gooverseas,com
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Ayn Rand Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Deadline: 09/17
Amount: $50 to $10,000
Description: Write an essay about Atlas Shrugged. Topics can be found on the website.
How to Apply: www.aynrandnovels.com/contests
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ScholarshipExperts.com Shout It Out Scholarship
Deadline: 09/30
Amount: $1,500
Description: US students 13 or over, 250-essay contest on "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?"
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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October

Black Hills Home Builders Association
Deadline: 10/01
Amount: two at $500
Description: Preference is given to the child or grandchild of an owner or employee of an association member or BHHBA staff memeber. Preference is also given to applicants with goals of employment in the homebuilding industry.
How to Apply: www.blackhillshomebuilders.com
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Phi Beta Kappa Walter J. Jensen Fellowship
Deadline: 10/03
Amount: $10,000
Description: Scholarship for a 6-month study in France. Must have earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution, and a 3.0 minimum GPA in French language and literature as a major. Under age 40.
How to Apply: www.pbk.org
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AES Engineers
Deadline: 10/04
Amount: $500
Description: Submit an essay of no more than 1000 words on a topic listed on the below website.
How to Apply: www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
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Gilman International Scholarship Program (Spring study abroad)
Deadline: 10/02 (Deadline for Spring 2013 Awards) 3/01 for Fall 2013
Amount: Up to $5,000
Description: Students participating in study abroad programs who are US citizens and Pell grant eligible.
How to Apply: www.iie.org/gilman
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Citizens for Global Solutions
Deadline: 10/10/2011
Amount: $200-600
Description: Flash movie contest for students, budding artists, young graphic designers, and human rights activists. Check website for details.
How to Apply: http://multimedia.globalsolutions.org/2009-multimedia-contest
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Brian Meyer Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: 10/19
Amount:  up to $1,500
Description: Students who have completed two semesters of college work in South Dakota, and whose family resides in a SDTA member company service area. Visit SDTA for a listing of eligible member companies. This scholarship is for the upcoming Spring semester.
How to Apply: http://www.sdtaonline.com/
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Help Johnny Scholarship
Deadline: 10/25
Amount: $5,000
Description: Available to any student that is 19 years or under, as of October 25, 2010, and is renewable. Check websit below for details.
How to Apply: www.studentscholarships.org/helpjohnny.php
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ScholarshipExperts.com Education Matters $5K Scholarship
Deadline: 10/31
Amount: $5,000
Description: US students 13 or over, 250-essay contest on "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?"
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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November

BrainTrack Scholarships (spring)
Deadline: 11/01 (March 1 for fall scholarship)
Amount: $500 to $1,000
Description: Various scholarships available for majors in teaching, nursing, computer science, and business. Check website for specific details.
How to Apply: www.braintrack.com
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Nancy Larson Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: 11/15
Amount: $1,000
Description: Juniors and seniors who have declared an elementary education major. 500 word or less statement answering "Describe three traits you possess that you believe will make you a successful teacher."
How to Apply: www.nancylarsonfoundation.org
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New Look Laser Tattoo Removal Scholarship (Spring award)
Deadline: 11/30/12
Amount: $1,000
Description: Merit-based scholarships for students pursuing higher education with an emphasis in one of the following fields: nursing, medicine, natural or applied sciences, or engineering.
How to Apply: www.newlookhouston.com/New_Look_Scholarship.html
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December

Women's Opportunity Award
Deadline: 12/01
Amount: $5,000
Description: Assist women entering or re-entering the workforce in obtaining the education and skills training they need to improve their employment status. Must be female head of household, have financial need, and not already earned an undergraduate degree.
How to Apply: www.soroptimistncr.org
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AT&T Technology for Tuition Scholarship
Deadline: 12/1
Amount: $1000
Descripton: Answer the question “Do you think increased DVR use will cut into TV advertising revenue?”
How to Apply: www.attsavings.com/scholarship
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Textbooks for a Year Scholarship
Deadline: 12/15
Amount : $1250
Description: Submit an essay of 750-1250 words on various topics to earn a scholarship up to $1250. This scholarship is offered in the fall and spring each year.
How to Apply: http://www.mybookbuyer.com/
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Foreclosure.com Scholarship Essay Contest
Deadline: 12/1
Amount: $1,000 to $5,000
Description: Submit an essay that describes your solution to the foreclosure crisis. See website below for details.
How to Apply: www.foreclosure.com
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ScholarshipExperts.com Top Ten List Scholarship
Deadline: 12/31
Amount: $1,000
Description: US students 13 or over, 250-essay contest on 'Create a list of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship.'
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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SMART Scholarship (Science, Mathematics & Research for Transformation)
Deadline: 12/30
Amount: Tuition and cash award
Description: Students pursuing an degree in a science, math or technology field who have a 3.0 GPA and would be interested in summer internships and post-graduate employment with the Department of Defense. U.S. Citizens only.
How to Apply: www.asee.org/smart
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Various

Farm Workers Assistance. Have you received pay for working on a farm or ranch for at least 25 days in the last 24 months? Was your farm/ranch work income more than your other earned income? If your answers are “yes,” you may qualify for $200/ month to assist you with rent, food, or gas while you are attending college! Contact Shelly Disbrow at the Department of Labor 605.367.5300 extension 212 or 800.726.9026 to see if you qualify for assistance!

Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Deadline: Various
Amount: Various
Description: Scholarships for students of Hispanic heritage.
How to Apply: www.hsf.net
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NCAA Scholarships and Internships
A variety of scholarships and internships can be found by visiting www.ncaa.org

Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation
A variety of scholarships for students from South Dakota or attending a South Dakota college. Visit www.sfacf.org for more information.

CollegeSTEPS Sweepstakes
Sign up to receive college tips and tools from Wells Fargo at www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps and be entered for a chance to win $1000

United Negro College Fund
Deadline: Various
Amount: Various
Description: Scholarships and Grants administered by the UNCF.
How to Apply: www.uncf.org
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US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce
Deadline: Various
Amount: Various
Description: Variety of Scholarships for Asian American Students.
How to Apply: www.uspaacc.com
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Stay Fit in College
Deadline: Varies
Amount: $700
Descripton: This scholarship award aims to help students avoid the dreaded freshman 15.
How to Apply: www.stayfitincollege.org
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Student Scholarships.org
Deadline: Varies
Amount: Varies
Description: A compiled list of many scholarship opportunities
How to Apply: http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
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HotelsCheap Scholarship Program
Deadline: Various
Amount: Varies
Description: Multiple scholarships offered by HotelsCheap.org. Check the site often for new postings.
How to Apply: http://www.hotelscheap.org/scholarship
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Varsity Tutors College Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
Amount: $1,000
Description: Varsity Tutors offers a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest to students who write the best essay in response to a monthly prompt.
How to Apply: www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
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United Realty Students Scholarship
Deadline: new deadline every two months
Amount: up to $10,000
Description: respond to an essay question. See website for details
How to Apply: www.scholarshipexperts.com
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Student Scholarships.org
Offers many scholarship opportunities to students on a continuous basis.
Apply at www.studentscholarships.org