NACAC Spring College Fair!
Location:
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center of New York
Javits Center North
655 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001-1188
212/216-2000
Transportation, Directions and Exhibitor Parking:*
Directions and parking information is available online. *Parking rates and availability are subject to change without notice.
Fair Hours:
Sunday, April 28, 2013
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fair Set-up Hours:
Saturday, April 27, 2013
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Estimated Attendance: 12,000
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this National College Fair, email Jason Smith or call at 703/299-6856.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center of New York
Javits Center North
655 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001-1188
212/216-2000
Transportation, Directions and Exhibitor Parking:*
Directions and parking information is available online. *Parking rates and availability are subject to change without notice.
Fair Hours:
Sunday, April 28, 2013
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fair Set-up Hours:
Saturday, April 27, 2013
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Estimated Attendance: 12,000
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this National College Fair, email Jason Smith or call at 703/299-6856.
Columbia University Talent Search Program (TS)
High School Program:
9th-12th Grades
During the Academic Year students choose from the following:
PSAT & SAT preparation classes
Regents preparation
Career development workshops
Personal development activities
After-school tutoring
College & financial aid counseling
Academic guidance
Academic enrichment
Use of Columbia Univ. facilities
Access to computers
Leadership programs
During the Summer Program a limited number of students can participate in a summer academic program which provides:
Two academic classes
Personal development workshops
SAT preparation
Clubs
Trips
Pre-professional conferences
For information on admission, please visit the Admission Information page. Or click here for an application form.
Below is the contact information for the Double Discovery Center
Double Discovery Center | Tel: (212)854-3897 | Fax: (212)854-7457 | ddc@columbia.edu
Columbia University | Alfred Lerner Hall, Rm. 306 | 2920 Broadway, MC 2604 | NY, NY 10027
9th-12th Grades
During the Academic Year students choose from the following:
PSAT & SAT preparation classes
Regents preparation
Career development workshops
Personal development activities
After-school tutoring
College & financial aid counseling
Academic guidance
Academic enrichment
Use of Columbia Univ. facilities
Access to computers
Leadership programs
During the Summer Program a limited number of students can participate in a summer academic program which provides:
Two academic classes
Personal development workshops
SAT preparation
Clubs
Trips
Pre-professional conferences
For information on admission, please visit the Admission Information page. Or click here for an application form.
Below is the contact information for the Double Discovery Center
Double Discovery Center | Tel: (212)854-3897 | Fax: (212)854-7457 | ddc@columbia.edu
Columbia University | Alfred Lerner Hall, Rm. 306 | 2920 Broadway, MC 2604 | NY, NY 10027
QuestBridge College Match Scholarship September 30, 2013
QuestBridge is pleased to announce the launch of the 2013 National College Match program, which helps high-achieving low-income students gain admission and full four-year scholarships to leading colleges. QuestBridge is a non-profit program that has worked for 17 years to help high-achieving low-income students gain access to top colleges. The 31 partner colleges are ranked among the nation’s top 40 universities and liberal arts colleges, and include institutions such as Yale, Stanford, Amherst, Emory, MIT, and our newest partner, Grinnell.
Last year, more than 1,500 QuestBridge National College Match applicants were admitted to partner colleges with generous financial aid, and 310 of these students received a College Match scholarship covering the full cost of tuition, room, and board (up to $55,000 per year). You can read profiles of past applicants on our Success Stories page.
The National College Match application is available online at www.questbridge.org and is due on September 30, 2013. It is completely free to apply, and application fees to our partner colleges are waived for all College Match finalists.
Please visit the website to learn more about the National College Match.
Ronald Mcdonald House Scholarship
For more information visit http://rmhc.org/what-we-do/rmhc-u-s-scholarships/
BP Scholarship
To apply for the BP Scholarship please visit www.bpscholarships.com. The application is due no later than may 14th.
CSS Profile Online
Many schools require applicants to complete this application for admission and financial aid. This application is in addition to the FAFSA. Deadlines for the CSS Profile vary per institution, but generally range from November to February. DO NOT miss the deadline for this application. For a list of institutions that require the Profile and to begin the apllication visit https://profileonline.collegeboard.com/prf/index.jsp. In addition to the Profile Online Application, many schools require a non-custodial parent supplement. Make sure that you complete this supplement for those schools that require it. For clarification visit Mr. Giordano.
The FAFSA
You can now complete the 2010-2011 FAFSA online. To Begin the FAFSA follow this link to the FAFSA Online. If you would like to view my presentation on the FAFSA, please click this link 2010-2011 FAFSA PRESENTATION. The typical institutional deadline for the FAFSA and CSS Profile is Feb. 15th.
Bryant University Leadership Institute
If you are interested in Business and Accounting and would like to apply to attend a free summer program at Bryant University please visit http://admission.bryant.edu/admissions/pwc to fill out the application.
Walmart Scholarship
Sam Walton Community Scholarship Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States.
- Cannot be a Walmart Stores, Inc. Associate; the dependent of a Walmart Stores, Inc. Associate; or the dependent of a Walmart Stores, Inc. Board of Directors member as of March 29, 2010.
- Must be a high school senior graduating between August 1, 2009 and July 31, 2010. Home school diplomas and GED equivalency certificates are eligible with the same completion date requirement.
- Must have a cumulative high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4-point unweighted scale, and have taken either the ACT or SAT test.
- Must plan to enroll for fall 2010 as a freshman at a two-year or four-year college or university that is located in the U.S. and is accredited and listed on the official website of the U.S. Department of Education (http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx). Military academies are not approved institutions.
- Must have financial need and be able to demonstrate the need with required documents. (Note: Students with other funds that pay entirely for tuition, books, fees, and on-campus room and board are ineligible.)
$1,000 NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility
1. Demonstrates financial need for college tuition
2. Is a U.S. high school graduating seniors or equivalent
3. Has a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (Weighted)
4. Will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the entire academic year 2010/2011
Documents Required
1. A completed Tzu Chi Scholarship application form
2. An official high school transcript
3. A Copy of one of the three following document(s) demonstrating the financial need:
a. Family’s complete set of 2009 1040 Income Tax Return including all schedules, or
b. Family’s complete set of 2008 1040 Income Tax Return including all schedules and most recent W-2 of year 2010, or
c. Any documentation which serves as the proof of your financial hardship etc.
4. Two letters of recommendation from the teachers, counselors, and/or other advisors
5. An at least two-page typed autobiography and why you should be awarded a scholarship. Please include all of the following:
l Financial need for this scholarship for educational purposes
l Personal and academic achievements, give specific examples
l Academic plans and career goals, give specific examples
l Past and current involvement, as well as future plans, towards making a difference in your community
6. A one-page short essay about Tzu Chi; based on the information you’ve studied (e.g. on the websites, Tzu Chi publications, or news articles etc.) Please explain what you have found out about Tzu Chi that inspires you in any capacity. Feel free to express your thoughts and be true to yourself
For scholarship application and information, please visit our website http://www.us.tzuchi.org. Dealine March 31st.
1. Demonstrates financial need for college tuition
2. Is a U.S. high school graduating seniors or equivalent
3. Has a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (Weighted)
4. Will enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time for the entire academic year 2010/2011
Documents Required
1. A completed Tzu Chi Scholarship application form
2. An official high school transcript
3. A Copy of one of the three following document(s) demonstrating the financial need:
a. Family’s complete set of 2009 1040 Income Tax Return including all schedules, or
b. Family’s complete set of 2008 1040 Income Tax Return including all schedules and most recent W-2 of year 2010, or
c. Any documentation which serves as the proof of your financial hardship etc.
4. Two letters of recommendation from the teachers, counselors, and/or other advisors
5. An at least two-page typed autobiography and why you should be awarded a scholarship. Please include all of the following:
l Financial need for this scholarship for educational purposes
l Personal and academic achievements, give specific examples
l Academic plans and career goals, give specific examples
l Past and current involvement, as well as future plans, towards making a difference in your community
6. A one-page short essay about Tzu Chi; based on the information you’ve studied (e.g. on the websites, Tzu Chi publications, or news articles etc.) Please explain what you have found out about Tzu Chi that inspires you in any capacity. Feel free to express your thoughts and be true to yourself
For scholarship application and information, please visit our website http://www.us.tzuchi.org. Dealine March 31st.
National Merit Scholarship (link to NMSC)
Of the 1.5 million entrants, some 50,000 with the highest PSAT/NMSQT® Selection Index scores (critical reading + mathematics + writing skills scores) qualify for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In April following the fall test administration, high-scoring participants from every state are invited to name two colleges or universities to which they would like to be referred by NMSC. In September, these high scorers are notified through their schools that they have qualified as either a Commended Student or Semifinalist. For a copy of the NMSC brochure please follow this link.
AES Engineering Scholarship
Students wishing to apply to this scholarship will submit an essay at www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
ACLU Youth Activist Scholarship
High School Seniors: Become an ACLU Youth Activist Scholar! The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is offering 15 of the nation’s most committed, young civil liberties activists $7,000 each toward their first year in college.
To qualify for the scholarship you must:
To qualify for the scholarship you must:
- Have demonstrated a strong commitment to civil liberties through some form of activism
- Be a high school senior planning on entering an accredited college or university as a full-time, degree-seeking student
- Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale at the time of graduation
- Not be a current ACLU plaintiff or witness in a legal case
To download the app. please visit http://www.nyclu.org/scholarship
(NEW) Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education Provided By: Private Foundation Services, Inc. Deadline: April 10, 2010 Type of Award: Loan Amount: $15000 Awards Available: Unspecified Website: http://www.evaleeschwarztrust.org Description: The Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education provides interest-free loans to undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and financial need. You must be a U.S. citizen, have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $4,000 or less and attend school in the state in which you reside. You must also have an outstanding combination of standardized test scores (ranking in the top 10% of scores nationally) and grades. Law students or pre-law students are not eligible to apply. Applicable Majors: All Fields of Study Additional Information: Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional information. Please read the website carefully as it will answer most questions and allow you to download an application shortly before the commencement of the application period. Applications will be accepted from January 1, 2010 through April 1, 2010.
Best Buy Scholarship Program (NEW)
Deadline for this scholarship is Feb. 15th, 2010. To apply visit www.bestbuy.com/scholarships.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Scholarship applications for the 2010-2011 academic year may be available for online submission. The 2010-2011 General College Scholarship Application will officially open on September 1, 2009. To begin the application visit http://www.hsf.net/. You can also apply for the following scholarships through the HSF website: HSF/General College Scholarships (APPLY NOW); Gates Millennium Scholars; HSF/Atrisco Heritage Foundation Scholarship Program (APPLY NOW); HSF/General Motors Scholarship; HSF/Margoes Foundation Scholarship; HSF/Procter & Gamble Company Scholarship; HSF/TU@UT High School Scholarship Program (APPLY NOW); HSF/University of Georgia University Alliance Scholarship (APPLY NOW); HSF/Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. High School Scholarship Program.
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund
Minimum Eligibility Criteria
- Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census
- Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States. Citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply
- Be enrolling in a U.S. accredited college or university as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) or have earned a GED
- Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1
- Submit one letter of recommendation
How to apply
The APIASF Scholarship Program application must be completed online and submitted electronically once all of the required questions have been answered. You do not have to complete the online application in one sitting. Until you are ready to submit, you may access your application and edit your answers as many times as you like with your login and password from any computer with Internet access. Paper applications may be available to students who have difficulty accessing the internet. Please contact outreach@apiasf.org or 1-866-274-4677 x104. For more information visit http://apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html
JPMORGAN CHASE SMART START
Each year 10-20 high school graduating seniors across New York City become part of the Thomas G. Labrecque Smart Start Scholarship Program. Since 1992 the Scholarship program has had an impact on over 440 students throughout the five boroughs of New York City by providing education, work-related and financial benefits.
For NYC residents only. Must have a 90 gpa, 1000 combined critical reading/math SAT, and be in the top 15% of your class. For more information on this scholarship and to apply visit
Scholarship recipients receive a full-tuition scholarship (less financial aid) to one of the following colleges:*
For NYC residents only. Must have a 90 gpa, 1000 combined critical reading/math SAT, and be in the top 15% of your class. For more information on this scholarship and to apply visit
Scholarship recipients receive a full-tuition scholarship (less financial aid) to one of the following colleges:*
- Barnard College
- Baruch College
- Brooklyn College
- City College
- Columbia University
- Fordham University (Lincoln Center campus, Rosehill campus)
- Long Island University (Brooklyn campus)
- New York University
- Pace University (Manhattan campus)
- Polytechnic University)
- St. Francis College
- St. John's University
Applications must be submitted by January 25th.
Applications must be submitted using one of the following options:
1. Go to: https://srp.ets.org/SRPOnline/
To initiate your session, type in:
The JPMC Sponsor ID is 9963.
The JPMC Security Code is SMART.
OR
2. Download the application.
Boston university Trustee scholarship Competition.
For more information visit www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee.
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
Provided By: Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship Program
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Type of Award: Scholarship Amount: $1000
Website: http://www.gkscholarship.com/
Description: The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months. Students may study any major and attend any college in the U.S. The award may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Type of Award: Scholarship Amount: $1000
Website: http://www.gkscholarship.com/
Description: The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship is open to 9th-12th grade high school students, college students or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Students not currently in school must plan to enroll in a higher education program within 12 months. Students may study any major and attend any college in the U.S. The award may be used for tuition, room and board, books or any related educational expense. A brief personal statement is required.
Foreclosure.com Scholarship
Provided By: Foreclosure.com
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Type of Award: Scholarship
Amount: $5000 Awards Available: 5
Website: http://www.foreclosure.com/education/scholarship/index.html
Description: The Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program encourages students to offer innovative ideas and solutions to 'solve the foreclosure crisis' in the form of an essay. Essay submissions must be between 1,000 and 2,500 words and all accepted freshman and enrolled under-graduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. First place prize is $5,000 and second through fifth place will be awarded $1,000 each. Checks will be made out to the college or university attended in the form of a non-renewable scholarship grant. The best five plans will be sent to Congress and to President Barack Obama.
Deadline: December 31, 2009
Type of Award: Scholarship
Amount: $5000 Awards Available: 5
Website: http://www.foreclosure.com/education/scholarship/index.html
Description: The Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program encourages students to offer innovative ideas and solutions to 'solve the foreclosure crisis' in the form of an essay. Essay submissions must be between 1,000 and 2,500 words and all accepted freshman and enrolled under-graduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. First place prize is $5,000 and second through fifth place will be awarded $1,000 each. Checks will be made out to the college or university attended in the form of a non-renewable scholarship grant. The best five plans will be sent to Congress and to President Barack Obama.
Gates Millennium Scholars 2010
The Gates Millennium Scholars 2010 Nomination Process has launched. The submission deadline is January 11, 2010 (11:59 p.m. EST). Click here to access the GMS Scholarship application.
In order to be eligible to be considered for the GMS scholarship, all three forms must be submitted by the deadline.
1. Nominee Form (student application)
2. Nominator Form
3. Recommender Form
In order to be eligible to be considered for the GMS scholarship, all three forms must be submitted by the deadline.
1. Nominee Form (student application)
2. Nominator Form
3. Recommender Form
Emory University Emory Scholars Program
Any student interested in applying to Emory University Please see Mr. Giordano for more information on the Goizueta Scholars Nomination and the Emory Scholars Nomination. These are highly selctive programs to a highly selective institution. For more information visit www.emory.edu/admissions.
College of the Holy Cross Horizons Program
If you are interested in applying to the College of the Holy Cross please see Mr. Giordano for information on a free overnight visit.
Northeastern University Torch Scholars
Anyone interested in applying to Northeastern University should contact Mr. Giordano for information on a scholarship opportunity.
New York Water Environment Association Scholarship
Students interested in applying to this scholarship must request the application from Mr. Giordano. For more information on this scholarship visit http://nywea.org/schol/
KFC Scholarship
To be eligible to compete for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Scholarship, an individual must:
Trinity College Preview Weekend.
Students interested in an app expense paid weekend to Trinity College must see Mr. Giordano for an application. Space is limited. The student must have at lease an 85 average to be considered. Student must submit the application, a transcript, SAT scores, and an essay.
A GPA Isn't Everything Scholarship
A GPA Isn't Everything Scholarship Provided By: Cappex.com Deadline: November 30, 2009 Type of Award: Promotion Amount: $1000. Website: http://www.cappex.com/scholarships/GPAisntEverythingScholarship.jsp?code=FW_32
Coca−Cola Scholars Program
WHEN TO APPLY:
If you meet the eligibility requirements below, APPLY NOW!** If you receive a warning message regarding the Security Certificate of our website, simply click on the option to proceed. We’re sorry for any confusion. **
Submit your application BEFORE October 31!
Program Overview:
1. Seniors in high schools throughout the United States who meet the eligibility requirements may apply each year for one of 250 four-year, achievement-based scholarships. Students will find the application link on this web-page between August 1 and October 31. The deadline is October 31st and the student must be a senior at the time of application.
2. Approximately 2,200 applicants will be selected as Semifinalists in mid-November and notified by mail and email. Semifinalists must then complete a secondary application, including essays, official transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. Semifinalist applications will be due by mid-January. Our Program Review Committee will select 250 Finalists to advance to the final interview phase. Notifications are sent mid-February.
3. In April, the 250 Finalists are invited to Atlanta for personal interviews. The Finalists are interviewed by a National Selection Committee representing outstanding leaders in business, government, education and the arts. 50 students are then designated as National Scholars and receive awards of $20,000 for college; 200 students are designated as Regional Scholars and receive awards of $10,000 for college.
Eligibility Requirements:
APPLICANTS MUST BE:
• CURRENT high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the United States (or select DoD schools);
• U.S. Citizens; U.S. Nationals; U.S. Permanent Residents; Temporary Residents (in a legalization program); Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Parolees;
• anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application;
• planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution;
• carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school.
APPLICANTS MAY NOT:
• be children or grandchildren of employees, officers or owners of Coca−Cola bottling companies, The Coca−Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries;
If you meet the eligibility requirements below, APPLY NOW!** If you receive a warning message regarding the Security Certificate of our website, simply click on the option to proceed. We’re sorry for any confusion. **
Submit your application BEFORE October 31!
Program Overview:
1. Seniors in high schools throughout the United States who meet the eligibility requirements may apply each year for one of 250 four-year, achievement-based scholarships. Students will find the application link on this web-page between August 1 and October 31. The deadline is October 31st and the student must be a senior at the time of application.
2. Approximately 2,200 applicants will be selected as Semifinalists in mid-November and notified by mail and email. Semifinalists must then complete a secondary application, including essays, official transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. Semifinalist applications will be due by mid-January. Our Program Review Committee will select 250 Finalists to advance to the final interview phase. Notifications are sent mid-February.
3. In April, the 250 Finalists are invited to Atlanta for personal interviews. The Finalists are interviewed by a National Selection Committee representing outstanding leaders in business, government, education and the arts. 50 students are then designated as National Scholars and receive awards of $20,000 for college; 200 students are designated as Regional Scholars and receive awards of $10,000 for college.
Eligibility Requirements:
APPLICANTS MUST BE:
• CURRENT high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the United States (or select DoD schools);
• U.S. Citizens; U.S. Nationals; U.S. Permanent Residents; Temporary Residents (in a legalization program); Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Parolees;
• anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application;
• planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution;
• carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school.
APPLICANTS MAY NOT:
• be children or grandchildren of employees, officers or owners of Coca−Cola bottling companies, The Coca−Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries;
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest Provided By: Ayn Rand Institute Deadline: September 17, 2009 Type of Award: Essay Contest Amount: $10000 Awards Available: 49 Website: http://www.aynrand.org/contests/ Description: The Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest is open to college/university and 12th grade students. To be eligible for this contest, you must write an essay of no fewer than 800 and no more than 1,600 words in length, double-spaced, on a topic related to Ayn Rand's novel, "Atlas Shrugged." Essays are judged on both style and content. The winning essay must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of the book "Atlas Shrugged." All information necessary to enter the contest is available on the sponsor's site.
Second Chance Program Scholarship
Second Chance Program Scholarship Provided By: Los Padres Foundation Deadline: October 14, 2009 Type of Award: Scholarship Amount: $2000 Awards Available: Unspecified Website: http://www.lospadresfoundation.com/Second%20Chance%20Program.html Description: The Second Chance Program Scholarship is available to Hispanic students in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area and Puerto Rico applying to an accredited two or four-year college, university, trade school or apprentice program. You must have completed requirements for a high school diploma or GED in the year prior to submitting your application and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. This must also be your first time enrolling in a postsecondary school.
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program (Click Here)
Purpose: Encourage students to pursue careers with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Eligibility: Applicants must:
Number of Awards: Varies. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: October 15.
How to Apply: Online application process.
Purpose: Encourage students to pursue careers with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Eligibility: Applicants must:
- Be high school senior or college sophomores. High school students must have an SAT score of 1,000 or higher or an ACT score of 21 or higher, while all applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Commit to a work experience each summer during college and agree to CIA employment for 1.5 times the length of their CIA-sponsored scholarship.
- Additional requirements apply.
Number of Awards: Varies. Scholarship may be renewable.
Deadline: October 15.
How to Apply: Online application process.