Business Scholarships
So you’re thinking about attending business school? Prepare yourself for large classes,
and, if you attend a
state college, lectures with enough people to fill a large auditorium (which,
as you would expect, will likely be held in a large auditorium).
Colleges attract a lot of business students, after
all, it makes sense to invest in your education if you want to be successful in
business. Also, those majoring in business tend to get a return on their investment
in their education much more quickly than students in many other majors. In fact,
Business Management and Administration was reported to be the
most popular college major among today’s students. It makes sense. Not only
is business a profitable major, but business majors also have more options than
almost anyone else as far as future prospects are concerned. If you’re not settled
on a career, it’s probably a better choice than, let’s say, history or photographic
studies.
But with the good also comes the bad. Seeing as business programs are not lacking
in applicants, schools don’t trip over themselves to offer students full-tuition
business scholarships. More often than not, it’s the student who ends up looking
for financial aid. And if
federal student financial aid is not enough, then it’s time to look elsewhere.
Business scholarships created especially for business students are a great place
to start.
As you very likely have surmised, business scholarships can only be granted to those
pursuing a business degree. Whether offered by large corporations, private providers
or schools, there are many to choose from. Get a head start finding business scholarships
by conducting a free college scholarship search
at Scholarships.com. In addition to business scholarships, you can find awards based
on all manner of different criteria, resulting in multiple
scholarship opportunities. Below is a short list of
available scholarships for those who are or will be studying business.
ALPFA Scholarship Program
The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA) offers scholarships to students pursuing careers in finance, accounting and related fields of business.
Eligibility Criteria:
* Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States
* Must be studying full-time in the United States or Puerto Rico
* Must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
* Must demonstrate financial need
* Must be pursuing an undergraduate or masters degree in accounting, finance, business *administration, IT or a related field for the 2009-2010 academic year
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Arizona Business & Professional Women's Foundation
Scholarships are awarded to women 20 yr. or older, who are returning to school to acquire better job opportunities. Funding is available only for women enrolled in an Arizona community college. Applications are available online or from the college financial aid office.
For more information or to download the application, visit: http://arizonabpwfoundation.com/scholarships.html
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Jackie Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Fund
To commemorate the vibrant life of their beloved daughter, Drs. Jack and Gloria Tuckfield established the Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship Fund (JTMGBSF) at Dade Community Foundation on October 21, 1997. Scholarships are awarded to United States citizens who are African American residents of South Florida and are enrolled in graduate business degree programs in Florida Universities. Recipients must plan to pursue their professional careers in South Florida.
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Lagrant Foundation Scholarships
The Lagrant Foundation annually provides 15 scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students who are attending accredited institutions and are pursuing careers in the fields of advertising, marketing or public relations.
Scholarship Criteria for Undergraduates:
Undergraduate (current freshmen, sophomores, juniors and non-graduating seniors ONLY!) applicants meeting the following criteria and completing the application on the reverse side (typed, not handwritten) will be considered for THE LAGRANT FOUNDATION (TLF) scholarship:
Applicant must be a U.
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Marriott Minority Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program
Marriott International and the IFA Educational Foundation have teamed up to sponsor the Minority Entrepreneurs Scholarship Program. The purpose of the program is to help and recognize minority students by providing scholarship funds to college students who are enrolled in business, franchising and/or entrepreneurial studies. Five $3,000 scholarship awards will be presented annually.
Who Can Apply?
College students -- To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
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National Business Association Scholarship Program
The National Business Association (NBA) Scholarship Program was established to achieve a number of highly desirable objectives.
First, it is viewed as a major benefit for being a member of the NBA. Second, it recognizes and aides deserving students who are eligible for the awards based on their parents' membership in the NBA. Third, the awards assist the winners and their parents with college expenses.
NBA Scholarships are awarded to deserving students whose academic credentials fall within an average to above-average range.
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National Society of Hispanic MBAs Scholarship Program
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs, which exists "to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development," has established a scholarship program to assist qualified Hispanics to pursue MBAs. Scholarships are offered each year for full- and part-time study at an accredited (AACSB) institution of the student's choice.
The awards are a combination of scholarship funds and reimbursements for travel to a NSHMBA conference. There are three award levels for full-time study:
$5,000 awards consisting of a $4,750 scholarship and $250 travel Reimbursement.
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NBMBAA Collegiate Chapter Scholarship Program
Members of the Collegiate Chapters of the National Black MBA Association are eligible to receive scholarship awards of up to $5,000. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, exceptional leadership potential and be actively involved in their local communities through service to others. Applicants must be minority students in their first, second, third, or fourth year enrolled full-time in an accredited undergraduate program at the time of award working toward a bachelor degree.
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TCU Texas Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
The TCU Texas Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Program recognizes young high school age entrepreneurs for their success in business. The award is open to any Texas high school student who has started and managed a business. To be eligible you must be currently enrolled in high school.
Scholarships totaling up to $20,000 may be awarded. The top winner will receive a $5,000 scholarship and five other winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship to any school they choose. If the student attends TCU, the scholarships will double.
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