The Edison Scholars Program rewards public and private high school seniors who show potential for a successful college career and have a financial need. The scholarship is part of Edison’s 48-year tradition of investing in the future by making the dream of a college education a reality for deserving students.
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The application must be completed electronically online; no paper applications will be accepted.
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High school seniors in Wisconsin have until Feb. 4 to apply for scholarships worth up to $1,500 from the Wisconsin State Telecommunications Foundation.

The applications are available from high school guidance counselors.

Each year, local phone companies participate in the WSTF scholarship program, teaming up with high schools in their service areas.

In March, the WSTF panel reviews each application and selects 30 finalists based on applicants’ grades, academic achievements and extra-curricular activities. Scholarships are then presented in late May or early June during high school graduation or awards night programs.
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As future leaders, with a lasting understanding of British society, Marshall Scholars strengthen the enduring relationship between the British and American peoples, their governments and their institutions. Marshall Scholars are talented, independent and wide-ranging, and their time as Scholars enhances their intellectual and personal growth. Their direct engagement with Britain through its best academic programmes contributes to their ultimate personal success.
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Postal Submissions: Attention: William Finney at address above
E-mail Submissions (Preferred): ciera@northwestern.edu
Application Deadline: 12/31/2009

The new Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astrophysics (CIERA) at Northwestern University invites applications for Center Postdoctoral Fellowships. Fellows will be expected to work independently and pursue an interdisciplinary research program in any area of astrophysics that potentially intersects with other fields such as computer science, applied math, planetary science, astrobiology, chemistry, or electrical engineering. In addition to astrophysicists we encourage applications from recent Ph.D. graduates in those other fields who are interested in switching to astrophysics and/or applying their knowledge from another field to astrophysical problems. More information about CIERA and its activities can be found at http://ciera.northwestern.edu
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You know what it is to make your own success in the world. You dream big and keep your eye on the prize. The McKelvey Foundation celebrates that drive and determination by awarding 125 scholarships to high school seniors who’d be the first in their families to attend college. Dedicated and involved students whose resources may be limited, but whose ambitions are not.

The Foundation will award $12,000 scholarships for qualifying high school seniors to attend ANY four-year college in their home state.
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That’s why the McKelvey Foundation is honored to award $40,000 scholarships to young entrepreneurs nationwide who have started their own businesses.

Each scholar will be awarded up to $10,000 per year to attend any four-year college within the United States. Applicants will be required to meet scholarship criteria (below). Winners of the Entrepreneurial Scholarships will enjoy being part of a larger entrepreneurial networking community and will be given the opportunity to meet with other scholars during our summer e-Venture program.
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Western Governors University is pleased to offer the WGU Reservists and National Guard Scholarship. These scholarships are designed to help members of the Reserves and the National Guard attend college online and earn a degree in business, information technology, teacher education, or healthcare.

Who Should Apply
Individuals interested in one of the following programs:

• College of Business
• College of Information Technology
• WGU Teachers College
• College of Health Professions (includes nursing)

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Students eligible for this scholarship are to be members of a senior high school of any Colorado community school district graduating class in good standing, manifesting a sincere desire and qualification for successful completion of a school of higher education, either academic or vocational.
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