Showing posts with label Capitol Scholarships. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Capitol Scholarships. Show all posts

Sunday, 26 February 2012

Obtaining an Advanced Degree in Law – Is It Worth To Pursue It?



Advanced degrees are available to cater modern educational and professional needs of students. Today advanced degrees in law are available for aspirants who like to reveal their legal prowess.

There is simply no end to how much you educate yourself. Today there are thousands of advanced degree courses available in the market and student can’t resist but fall for such knowledge based- practical programs ensuring them of a higher degree that is worth thousands in the professional field. A recent research has shown that the numbers of students getting enrolled in advanced degrees in law has reached soaring heights. Yes thousands of individuals are taking up law as their profession and are streaming towards advanced degree programs that ensure them of a professional degree that has market value. Records and data have proven that despite the recession taking toll over the employment industry, law schools show a record-breaking enrollment. From JD to LLM degrees students are applying for an assorted range of advanced degrees in law.


Colleges and universities advocating law are generously opening up career opportunities to thousands or may be millions of aspirants who are eager to reveal their core competence in the subject. With so many educational institutions offering advanced degrees in law, how do you define the worth of an advanced degree? Or in other words is it worth enrolling in advanced degrees? In any way will it add to your credentials while you join your profession? There are several questions that arise in the mind of the wary aspirant who is about set his foot forward for an advanced degree in law.

Law firms are employing aspirants after sorting the cream out of milk. Many get rejected in the way. The employer mostly uses his tricks to find out why the candidate was unable to avail a suitable job in law after completion of his advanced degree course. Additionally the candidate might end up in a fix pertaining to an indecision, which threatens his future. Being a graduate in criminal law you might just end up practicing as an LLM in health law. In that case you will have to find your way to your university from where you can again apply for an advanced degree in health law. Well, that would again cost you oodles of money; unless you actually have a massive financial resource to cushion your educational expenses. LLM offers you profound knowledge in different areas of law depending upon your interests.

This depicts a risky picture where the legal aspirant applies for student loan in order to get enrolled in advanced degrees in law and finally fails to achieve his main aim- to become an accomplished lawyer in a chosen field. As a result of this the loaned amount gets piled up on his shoulders and he has to face a defaulted status for his entire life until he repays the amount. What actually seems too insignificant to you now might end up being disastrous later. It is important that you understand your core competence in a field and then take up a decision on whether you will like to invest money in advanced degrees in law. It is important you choose an LLM degree after consulting experts or students who have freshly graduated in the field.

Author's Bio: Anna Willkins has penned down several write-ups in advanced degrees, which are quite informative. The content is about whether advanced degrees in law are worth pursuing.

Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Nevada Women's Fund Scholarships 2012-2013

Nevada Women's Fund
770 Smithridge Drive
Suite 300
Reno, NY 89502

Phone: 775-786-2335
Fax: 775-786-8152
Email: info@nevadawomensfund.org
http://www.nevadawomensfund.org

Purpose of award: To improve the lives of women and children in northern Nevada.
Eligibility requirements: Northern Nevada residents and those attending northern Nevada schools receive preference.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $500 and up.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 27.
How to apply: Applications are available online or from several offices listed on the website.

New York Oratorical Contest 2012-2013

American Legion, Department of New York 112 State Street, Suite 1300
Albany, NY 12207

Phone:
Fax:
Email: info@nylegion.org
http://www.ny.legion.org

Purpose of award: To enhance high school students' experience with and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. The contest will help develop students' leadership skills and civic appreciation, as well as the ability to deliver thoughtful, insightful orations regarding U.S. citizenship and its inherent responsibilities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school students under the age of 20 who are U.S. citizens or legal residents and residents of the state. Students first give an oration within their state and winners compete at the national level. The oration must be related to the Constitution of the United States focusing on the duties and obligations citizens have to the government. It must be in English and be between eight and ten minutes. There is also an assigned topic which is posted on the website, and it should be between three and five minutes.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 10.
How to apply: Application information is available by contacting the local American Legion Post.

North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship 2012-2013

College Foundation of North Carolina
P.O. Box 41966
Raleigh, NC 27629-1966

Phone: 866-234-6400
Fax: 919-821-3139
Email: programinformation@cfnc.org
http://www.cfnc.org

Purpose of award: To provide financial assistance (0 North Carolina residents with financial need who are attending North Carolina colleges and universities.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled for at least six credit hours per semester in an undergraduate degree-seeking program at an eligible North Carolina institution and meet satisfactory academic progress requirements. Students who meet the same criteria as the Federal Pell Grant and those with an Estimated Family Contribution of $5,000 or less are eligible for the scholarship.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $2,500.
Number of awards: 30,000.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Qualified students who submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be considered.

Saturday, 15 October 2011

Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship 2012-2013

National Air Transportation Foundation Meisinger Scholarship 4226 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302

Phone: 703-845-9000
Fax: 703-845-8176
Email:
http://www.nata.aero

Purpose of award: To provide an annual flight training scholarship.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled in an aviation program with a B or better GPA and be a resident of Kansas, Missouri or Illinois. Students should be recommended by an aviation professional; independent applications are also considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,500.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: Last Friday in November.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Engineering Undergraduate Award 2012-2013

American Society for Nondestructive Testing
1711 Arlingate Lane
P.O. Box28518
Columbus, OH 43228

Phone: 800-222-2768
Fax: 614-274-6899
Email: sthomas@asnt.org
http://www.asnt.org

Purpose of award: To support students studying nondestructive testing.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in an engineering program of an accredited university and specialize in nondestructive testing (NDT). A nominating letter, transcript, three letters of recommendation and an essay describing the role of NDT/NDE in their career are required.
Target applicant:
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $3,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: December 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Foundation for Surgical Technology Student Scholarship 2012-2013

Association of Surgical Technologists 6 W. Dry Creek Circle
Littleton, CO 80120

Phone: 800-637-7433
Fax: 303-694-9169
Email: kfrey@ast.org
http://www.ast.org

Purpose of award: To help surgical technology students in CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology programs.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a surgical technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Applicants must also demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Applications, transcripts and an instructor evaluation are required.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: April 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Gaige Fund Award 2012-2013

American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists Maureen Donnelly, Secretary
Department of Biological Sciences, Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199

Phone: 305-348-1235
Fax: 305-348-1986
Email: asih@fiu.edu
http://www.asih.org

Purpose of award: To support young herpetologists.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members of ASIH and studying for an advanced degree. The award may be used for museum or laboratory study, travel, fieldwork, or other activities that will enhance their careers and their contributions to the science of herpetology. Both merit and need will be considered.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $400-$1,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: March 1.
How to apply: Applications are available by email or written request.

Garmin Scholarship 2012-2013

Aircraft Electronics Association 4217 South Hocker Independence, MO 64055

Phone: 816-373-6565
Fax: 816-478-3100
Email: info@aea.net
http://www.aea.net

Purpose of award: To support students who wish to pursue a career in avionics and aircraft repair.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

GEF Resource Center Scholarships 2012-2013

Gravure Education Foundation
1200-A Scottsville Road
Rochester, NY 14624

Phone: 315-589-8879
Fax: 585-436-7689
Email: lwshatch@gaa.org
http://www.gaa.org

Purpose of award: To award scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in printing, graphic arts or graphic communications.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be enrolled at one of the following GEF Learning Resource Centers: Arizona State Universiry, California Polytechnic State Universiry, Clemson Universiry, Murray State Universiry, Rochester Institute of Technology, Universiry of Wisconsin - Stout or Western Michigan Universiry.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 31.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Thursday, 13 October 2011

Siemens Competition In Math, Science and Technology 2012-2013

Siemens Foundation
170 Wood Avenue South Iselin, NJ 08330

Phone: 877-822-5233
Fax: 732-603-5890
Email: foundation.us@siemens.com
http://www.siemens-foundation.org

Purpose of award: To provide high school students an opportunity to meet other students interested in math, science and technology and to provide monetary assistance with college expenses.
Eligibility requirements: Students must submit research reports either individually or in teams of two or three members. Individual applicants must be high school seniors, but members of a team submission do not. Projects may be scientific research, technological inventions or mathematical theories.
Target applicant: High school students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000-$10,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: October.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

SPIE Student Scholarships 2012-2013

International Society for Optical Engineering P.O. Box 10
Bellingham, WA 98227

Phone: 360-676-3290
Fax: 360-647-1445
Email: education@spie.org
http://www.spie.org

Purpose of award: To promote students who have potential to contribute to the field of optics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school, undergraduate or graduate students enrolled full-time in programs in the field of optics, optical science and engineering. Students must be members of SPIE, although they may submit a membership application along with the scholarship application. Applicants must also submit two sealed letters of reference.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: January 30.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

SPS Leadership Scholarships 2012-2013

Society of Physics Students
One Physics Ellipse
College Park, MD 20740

Phone: 301-209-3007
Fax: 301-209-0839
Email: sps@aip.org
http://www.spsnational.org

Purpose of award: To further the study of physics.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates at least in their junior year, physics majors and active members of SPS.
Target applicant: College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$5,000.
Number of awards: 21.
Deadline: February 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online and from SPS Chapter Advisors.

Thermoforming Division Memorial Scholarships 2012-2013

Society of Plastics Engineers
14 Fairfield Drive
P.O. Box 403
Brookfield, CT 06804

Phone: 203-775-0471
Fax: 203-775-8490
Email: info@4spe.org
http://www.4spe.org

Purpose of award: To aid students who have an interest in the plastics industry.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and an interest in the plastics industry, major in or take courses leading to a career in the plastics industry and be in good academic standing. Applicants must have experience in the thermoforming industry, such as courses taken, research conducted or jobs held.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: 3
Amount: $5,000.
Number of awards: 2.
Deadline: January 15.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

National Writers Association Foundation Scholarship 2012-2013

National Writers Association Foundation 10940 S. Parker Road #508
Parker, CO 80134

Phone: 303-841-0246
Fax: 303-841-2607
Email: contests@nationalwriters.com
http://www.nationalwriters.com

Purpose of award: To assist future writers with their education.
Eligibility requirements: Scholarships are awarded solely on a merit basis. Applicants interested in pursuing further education in writing are given preference. Scholarship applications are reviewed from October 1 to December 31 annually.
Target applicant: Junior high students or younger
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $1,000.
Number of awards: 1.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Vertical Flight Foundation Engineering Scholarships 2012-2013

Vertical Flight Foundation 217 N. Washington Street Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-684-6777
Fax: 703-739-9279
Email: staff@vtol.org
http://www.vtol.org

Purpose of award: The Vertical Flight Foundation was founded to support the education in rotorcraft and vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft engineering.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be full-time students at accredited schools of engineering and submit a transcript with an academic endorsement from a professor or dean. Applicants need not be members of AHS.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: $2,000-$4,000.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: February 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Bob Warnicke Scholarship 2012-2013

National Bicycle League (NBL)
3958 Brown Park Drive
Suite D
Hilliard, OH 43026

Phone: 614-777-1625
Fax: 614-777-1680
Email: administration@nbl.org
http://www.nbl.org

Purpose of award: To help students who have participated in BMX racing events.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be members, have a current NBL competition license or officials license and have participated in BMX racing events for at least a year. Students must also be high school graduates and plan to or currently attend a postsecondary institution full- or part-time.
Target applicant: Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies .
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: November 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online, by mail or by phone.

Bonner Scholarship 2012-2013

Bonner Foundation
10 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone: 609-924-6663
Fax: 609-683-4626
Email: info@bonner.org
http://www.bonner.org

Purpose of award: To award four-year community service scholarships to students planning to attend one of 27 participating colleges.
Eligibility requirements: Students must complete annual service requirements as stipulated by the organization. Awards are geared toward students demonstrating significant financial need. Scholarship recipients are named Bonner Scholars.
Target applicant: High school students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: 1,500.
Deadline: Varies.
How to apply: Contact the admission office at each participating school to request an application.

BRICK Award 2012-2013

Do Something
24-32 Union Square East 4th Floor
New York, NY 10003

Phone: 212-254-2390
Fax:
Email:
http://www.dosomething.org

Purpose of award: To award scholarships and community grants to young social entrepreneurs who make a measurable difference in their communities.
Eligibility requirements: Young community leaders up to age 25 may apply. Emphasis on those who take a leadership role in creating a positive, lasting impact on the community. Focus areas include health, environment and community building.
Target applicant: High school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Up to $25,000.
Number of awards: 9.
Deadline: October 25.
How to apply: Applications are available online.

CBC Spouses Program 2012-2013

CBC Spouses Program
1720 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 800-784-2577
Fax: 202-775-0773
Email: info@cbcfinc.org
http://www.cbcfinc.org

Purpose of award: To provide tuition assistance to students in congressional districts of members of the Congressional Black Caucus.
Eligibility requirements: Applicants must be high school seniors, college students or graduate students, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, reside or attend school in a congressional district represented by a Congressional Black Caucus Member and submit a financial statement to determine financial need. Applicants for the performing arts scholarship in particular must be 21 years of age. This is an equal opportunity scholarship program, which considers applicants solely on qualifications and ability without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Target applicant: High school students
Graduate school students
College students
Adult students
Minimum GPA: None
Amount: Varies.
Number of awards: Varies
Deadline: May 1.
How to apply: Applications are available online and should be submitted to the local selection committee as listed online, not the CBCF office.
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