Globe University Scholarship Opportunity

Globe University Scholarship Opportunities

Globe University Scholarship Opportunities are offered to high school seniors who plan to enroll at Globe University. Scholarships may be based on test scores, community volunteer work, or high school grade point average.

The President's Scholars Award offers scholarships that are pro-rated based on high school GPA and early enrollment. A high school senior with a GPA of 4.0 who enrolls by January 1 would qualify for a $5,000 scholarship, and a GPA of 3.0 enrolling also by January 1 would qualify for a $4,000 scholarship.

There are also the Unite for Success Scholarship for St. Cloud area graduating high school seniors who have been active in volunteerism and/or community service, and the Dream Act Scholarship for undocumented high school graduates that offers awards of 50 percent of their total college program costs.

Globe University is a business school with campus locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin and South Dakota. It is accredited by Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). The university offers over 40 college-degree and diploma programs in business, accounting, health and wellness, medical, animal science, animal and equine science, veterinary technology, legal, technology and creative fields.

The deadline for this scholarship VARIES each year, and the award amount is usually $1,000 - $5,000. 

For more details, visit www.globeuniversity.edu/tuition-fees/scholarships/high-school-scholarships.aspx

Scholarships for Scholars

Cubs Scholars

Cubs Scholars are selected among students in Chicago area schools to receive four-year college scholarships. Eligible students must be high school students from Chicago inner-city high schools.

Five students will receive scholarships for four years of college. Eligible students must plan to attend a four-year college or university. In addition to the scholarship, Cubs Scholars will participate in Cubs College Prep in their senior year of high school and into college. They will be mentored by a Cubs Front Office Associate who will guide them through their senior year of high school and help them make the transition into college.

Once Cubs Scholars are in college, they will participate in a one-year college preparation program that will greatly increase their chances of graduating from college. The program includes seminars, workshops and mentoring designed to prepare each student for success in college.

The scholarship is offered by the Chicago Cubs Charities, established in 1986. The non-profit is funded by donations from Cubs fans, corporate partners and players, and fundraising events.

The deadline for this scholarship VARIES each year, and the award amount is usually $20,000.  

Scholarships for Women

Emerge Scholarships

Emerge Scholarships are awarded to women whose education has been interrupted and who want to return to school to finish their education. Up to 13 scholarships are awarded every year.

Eligible women may include those returning to school after a hiatus, women who are changing careers or needing further education for career advancement, mothers returning to the workforce and others. Women must be 25 years old or older and enrolled in an accredited institution. Scholarship money may be used for tuition and fees.

To apply, women may complete an application and include an essay, two letters of recommendation and transcript of grades. Candidates are chosen based on financial need, strength of personal goals, and a commitment to use their education to help others in their communities.

Emerge is a non-profit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, that was founded in 2001. The organization's purpose is to help deserving women who have demonstrated a deep commitment to their education and to giving back to their communities. Strong candidates for scholarships are those who demonstrate an understanding that education is key to attaining their goals in life.

The deadline for this scholarship is usually in SEPTEMBER of each year, and the award amount is usually $2,000 - $5,000.

For more details, visitwww.emergescholarships.org/scholarships/scholarships.php

Ebony Magazine Releases Annual Scholarship Listing

This post is for students of color who are also seniors this fall. Ebony Magazine has released its annual list of scholarships for students of color. Be sure to check the list out, and apply for scholarships. Do not procrastinate start your scholarhip and application planning now.