SEMY SCHOLARSHIP LISTING

The Office of Secondary Education for Migrant Youth (SEMY) compiles and disseminates information to assist students in reaching their goals. We research and target opportunities for students who specifically qualify under Title I Migrant Education guidelines and/or who may be first generation, college bound migrant students. In addition, we advocate with corporate and higher education sponsors to offer opportunities, scholarships, or funding for migrant student (grades 6-12) participation in areas of special interest. The opinions expressed and activities conducted through any agency referred by SEMY do not reflect the views of the Sunnyside School District, OSPI Office of Migrant and Bilingual Education or the US Department of Education, nor do they imply an endorsement.


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MIGRANT OR AGRICULTURAL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS ETHNIC OR CULTURAL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS
CAREER SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS SEMY SCHOLARSHIP SITE PICKS SEARCH ENGINES

MIGRANT OR AGRICULTURAL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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Aurelio Larry Jazo Migrant Scholarship
Organization: BOCES Geneseo Migrant Center
Eligibility: Recent history of migration to Illinois for agricultural employment, scholastic achievement, and financial need.
Award Amount: $500 - $500
Deadline: 05/15/2013
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Berrien Fragos Thorn Arts Scholarship
Organization: BOCES Geneseo Migrant Center
Eligibility: Eligible applicants must demonstrate an interest in pursuing further development of their talents in one of the following disciplines: Visual-painting, sculpture, photography, etc.; Performing-dance, theatre, music, etc.; Media-film, video, animation, computer graphics, etc.; Literary-poetry, short stories, etc.; Crafts-traditional folk arts, furniture, weaving, pottery, etc. Application Criteria: Minimum 16 years of age, applicant need not be enrolled in school, A Letter of Recommendation, a history of movement to obtain work in agriculture is REQUIRED.
Award Amount: $500 - $2500
Deadline: 06/01/2013
Comments: Grants under $500.00 have no deadline, and grants up to 2500.00 have June 1 and Nov 1 as deadlines.
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C.A.M.P Grant/Scholarship
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Eligibility: Must have a GED or HS Diploma and migrant or seasonal farm working background, be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Legal Residency, be seeking a 4-yr academic degree, and be determined to need the services/support provided.
Award Amount: $750 - $4000
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Comments: Deadlines vary- Inquire within each individual CAMP (grant).
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Horse Heaven Hills Wine Growers Scholarship
Organization: Washington Wine Industry Foundation
Eligibility: Scholarships may be used by a high school senior or graduate who is enrolled, or is planning to enroll, in a college or university viticulture and/or enology program. Applicant must be resident of Benton, Klickitat, or Yakima county Study limited to College, University or WSU Certification Program in Washington State. Preference is given to students with a parent working in the grape growing or wine producing industries within Benton, Klickitat, or Yakima county (please include parent’s employer). A letter from employer or grape customer, verifying parent’s occupation in the industry is required and must include complete contact information for employer.
Award Amount: $1500 - $1500
Deadline: 06/01/2013
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Silme Domingo and Gene Viernes Scholarship
Organization: University of Washington
Eligibility: To apply, a student should verify that they have financial need according to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and prepare the following materials: 1. A brief written statement by the applicant explaining her or his commitment to the study of labor or to involvement with the labor movement and social justice. 2. A letter of support from a teacher or community member. 3. Up to date contact information, including e-mail, mailing addresses, and phone number.
Award Amount: $5500 - $5500
Deadline: 05/20/2013
Comments: For more information regarding the Silme Domingo and Gene Viernes Scholarship in Labor Studies visit the website or contact: Andrew Hedden, Program Coordinator Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies University of Washington Box 353530 Seattle, WA 98195-3530 (206) 543-7946, pcls@u.washington.edu
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MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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College Bound Scholarship
Organization: Washington Student Achievement Council
Eligibility: Low-income 7th and 8th grade students who sign a pledge by June 30 of their 8th grade year are eligible. Students promise to graduate from high school, demonstrate good citizenship, and seek admission to a college or university. Family income will be re-checked and college admission confirmed after the student graduates from high school. You can apply for the scholarship if: You are eligible for free and reduced-price lunch, your family is receiving TANF benefits, you are a foster youth, or your family meets the income standards (see link below.)
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Deadline: 06/30/2013
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ETHNIC OR CULTURAL SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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Costco Scholarship Fund
Organization: College Success Foundation
Eligibility: The Costco Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to highly qualified underrepresented minority students who wish to attend Seattle University or the University of Washington.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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Dr. Juan Andrade
Organization: United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI)
Eligibility: Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student, in a four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Recipients must also be available to attend the 32nd National USHLI Conference in Chicago, IL, February 13-16, 2014.
Award Amount: $500 - $1000
Deadline: 11/01/2013
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NHCFAE Rene Matos Memorial Scholarship Program
Organization: National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation
Eligibility: Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico and must be accepted or attending an accredited college, university, or vocational/trade school at the time the scholarship is awarded. * The NHCFAE Scholarship Selection Committee evaluates applicants on the following criteria: Financial Need, Academic Achievement, Student Activities, Honors/Awards, Community Involvement, Leadership, and Personal Qualities and Strengths.
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Deadline: 05/01/2013
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Yakima Valley Human Rights Scholarship
Organization: Yakima Valley Human Rights Scholarship Foundation
Eligibility: Scholarships are granted to Yakima area high school graduates or persons who have passed the GED (high school equivalency test) Emphasis is given to persons of ethnic minority who exhibit promise in scholarship, leadership, service to school and community and who demonstrate an economic need. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college, university, business school or trade school. No restrictions are made as to religion, marital status, or sex. Please Note: Exchange students cannot be considered because of limited scholarship funds.
Award Amount: $350 - $700
Deadline: 04/26/2013
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CAREER SPECIFIC SCHOLARSHIPS

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AISES INTEL Scholarship
Organization: American Indian Science and Engineering Society
Eligibility: Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA), be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited 4 year college/university, or a full-time student at a 2 year college enrolled in a program leading to an academic degree, majoring in one of the following college disciplines: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering and Material Science. Must be a member of an American Indian tribe, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or otherwise considered to be an American Indian by the tribe with which affiliation is claimed. Must be an AISES member. See application for additional eligibility criteria.
Award Amount: $5000 - $5000
Deadline: 06/15/2013
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Danny Gutierrez Memorial Engineering Scholarship
Organization: National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation
Eligibility: Major field of study must be in Engineering/Technical ONLY. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico and must be accepted or attending an accredited college, university, or vocational/trade school at the time the scholarship is awarded.
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Deadline: 05/01/2013
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General Scholarship
Organization: Advancing Hispanic Excellence in Technology, Engineering, Math, and Science (AHETEMS)
Eligibility: Applicant must be of Hispanic-descent(U.S. citizenship is not required), accepted into or attending an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, and be enrolled full-time (12 hrs undergraduate, 9 hrs graduate) during the academic year. High school graduating seniors must be graduating from an accredited U.S. high school with a diploma. Applicant must possess a minimum GPA: 3.00 on a 4.0 for high school seniors and undergraduates; 3.25 on a 4.0 scale for graduate students,an must major in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or a related field, and be pursuing your first bachelors, masters or doctoral degree. Applicant must be a SHPE member.
Award Amount: $1000 - $3000
Deadline: 05/01/2013
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Great Minds in STEM - HENAAC Scholars Program
Organization: Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards Conference Scholars
Eligibility: Demonstrate leadership through academic achievements and campus/community activities, must be Science, Technology, Engineering or Math related majors, have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program for the Fall 2013 semester, and applicants must be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly participate in and promote organizations and activities in the Hispanic community.
Award Amount: $500 - $10000
Deadline: 04/30/2013
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HACU Scholarships
Organization: Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
Eligibility: All scholarship applicants MUST meet the following criteria: 1)Demonstrate financial need (typically determined by FAFSA). 2) Meet specific criteria for the scholarships to which they are applying. 3) Attend a HACU-member college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made. For the most up-to-date listing of HACU member institutions, please visit website.
Award Amount: $1000 - $5000
Deadline: 06/14/2013
Comments: Please check back for application information.
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S.W. (Bill) Preston Scholarship
Organization: Washington Wine Industry Foundation
Eligibility: Scholarships may be used by a high school senior or graduate who is enrolled, or is planning to enroll, in a college or university viticulture and/or enology program. Recipient must attend college or university in Washington State, but does not have to be a resident of Washington State.
Award Amount: $3000 - $3000
Deadline: 06/01/2013
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Walter J. Clore Scholarship
Organization: Washington Wine Industry Foundation
Eligibility: Scholarships may be used by a high school senior or graduate who is enrolled, or is planning to enroll, in a college or university viticulture and/or enology program. Preference given to students who are residents of Washington State. Study not limited to a Washington state college or university. Selection based on academic merit, leadership abilities and interest in study of enology and/or viticulture.
Award Amount: $500 - $2000
Deadline: 06/01/2013
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SEMY SCHOLARSHIP SITE PICKS

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200 Free Scholarships for Minorities
Organization: Black Excel: The College Help Network
Eligibility: Deadline and requirements vary by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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6th Edition National Directory of Scholarships, Internships and Fellowships for Latino Students
Organization: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc. (CHCI)
Eligibility: Eligibility criterion and deadlines vary by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A
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American Indian Scholarship Listing
Organization: Association of American Indian Affairs (AAIA)
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by scholarship.
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Comments: View website for scholarship listing.
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Beyond Dreaming Scholarship Handbook
Organization: Beyond HB 1079
Eligibility: Eligibility varies by scholarship
Award Amount: $Varies - $Varies
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Comments: If you have any comments or questions, or if you have a scholarship that could be added to the packet please email mprzale@uw.edu
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Comprehensive Hispanic Scholarship Guides
Organization: United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI)
Eligibility: Eligibility and deadlines vary by scholarship.
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Edudaris - Educational Networking with a Purpose and a Plan
Organization: Outreach Youth Empowerment, LLC
Eligibility: Connects: Students, Educators, College Representatives, Scholarship Providers, and Businesses
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Comments: June McBride author/founder has created this site, formerly "Path to Scholarships®". Typically the college planning resources shared include migrant and highly mobile student populations.
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Guide to Scholarships for New American and Minorities
Organization: DFW International Community Alliance
Eligibility: Eligibility and deadlines vary by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide/ Guia de Becas
Organization: Mexican American Legal Defense & Education Fund
Eligibility: Eligibility criterion and deadlines varies by scholarship.
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National Scholarship Listing Focusing on Latino/a Students
Organization: Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Eligibility: Eligibility criterion and deadlines vary by scholarship.
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Scholarship and Career Exploration Website
Organization: Student Scholarships.org
Eligibility: Eligibility criterion and deadlines vary by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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Scholarship, Fellowship, Grants, and Awards Listing
Organization: Convergence Media, Inc.
Eligibility: Eligibility and deadlines vary by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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Scholarships A-Z
Organization: Scholarships A-Z
Eligibility: A comprehensive scholarship guide. See individual scholarships for eligibility criteria and application deadlines.
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The Washboard.org Scholarship Database
Organization: Washington Scholarship Coalition
Eligibility: See individual scholarship for more eligibility criteria and deadline information.
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OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS

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Advanced Business Week
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students that have attended Business Week. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: Each year, PEMCO Financial Services honors (4) business week students with $3600 scholarship to be used for any post-high school education in Washington State. Students are chosen based on growth and participation throughout the week.
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Agri-Business Week Pathway
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: Visit website for registration fees. Registration includes a full week's state at a college dorm, all meals, program materials, activities, entertainment, and a t-shirt. Students need to provide their own transportation to the site. Financial assistance is available.
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Business Week
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: The $455 registration fee includes a week’s stay at a college dorm, all meals, materials, activities, entertainment and a t-shirt. Students need to provide their own transportation to site. Event Dates: June 23-29, 2013 - Bellingham, July 7-13, 2013 - Spokane, July 21-27, 2013 - Ellensburg, or August 4-10, 2013 - Tacoma.
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Energy Week Pathway
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: Visit website for registration fee. The registration fee includes a full week's stay at a college dorm, all meals, program materials, activities, entertainment, and a t-shirt. Students need to provide their own transportation to the site.
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Get AMPT! Manufacturing Week Pathway
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: Visit website for program registration fees which includes a full week's stay at a college dorm, all meals, program materials, activities, entertainment, and a t-shirt. Students need to provide their own transportation to the site.
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Healthcare Week
Organization: Washington Business Week
Eligibility: Any High school (9-12) students. Applications are processed by first come first served basis.
Award Amount: $3600 - $3600
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Comments: Two event dates and sites to choose from: July 7-13, 2013 at Gonzaga University, Spokane; August 4-10, 2013, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma. Registration fee $455 (financial assistance available) covers a full week’s stay at a college dorm, meals, program materials, activities,entertainment and a t-shirt. Students need to provide their own transportation to the site.
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LeTendre Education Fund for Homeless Children
Organization: LeTendre Education Fund for Homeless Children
Eligibility: Students who are homeless or who have been homeless during their school attendance, and who have demonstrated average or higher than average achievement. According to federal law, a person is considered homeless who “lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate night-time residence.” This includes people living in shelters, cars, motels, campgrounds, or places not meant for human habitation, as well as children and youth who are living with friends or relatives temporarily because they lack permanent housing. See application for additional eligibility criteria.
Award Amount: $1500 - $1500
Deadline: 06/14/2013
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OTHER SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH SITES

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Other Scholarship Search Sites
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Eligibility: Eligibility varies by scholarship.
Award Amount: $N/A - $N/A
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Do you know of an upcoming event, scholarship, or other migrant student resource you would like to share with others? Email slp@semy.org or call Heather Garcia-Mendoza at (509) 836-7500 and SEMY may share the information in the next bulletin.