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We'll post ideas we hear about on this page.University of Maine Academ-e Scholarships
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Child Safety Seat Program (link to Maine Bureau of Public Safety site)
University of Maine Academ-e Scholarships
University of Maine Academ-e Scholarships will be provided to all 560 students who enroll. The scholarships are equivalent to one-half the tuition cost. University of Maine Academ-e is an early college distance education program designed to offer qualified high school seniors University of Maine courses, using state-of-the-art teaching and learning technologies combined with on-campus experiences. Learn more
MORE FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
The following ia a partial list of financial aid and scholarship sources. This is not a comprehensive list but we hope it is helpful. All colleges have financial aid departments that can give you more information on these and other opportunities.
The Maine Legislative Memorial Scholarship
The Maine Legislative Memorial Scholarship Fund was created by the Maine Legislature and staff to annually recognize one student from each county who is currently or is planning to pursue their education at a two- or four-year degree-granting Maine college or technical school. This scholarship is available for full or part-time students.
Patsy Takemoto Mink Education Foundation for Low Income Women and Children
Low-income mothers who are pursuing education or training are eligible to apply for Education Suport Awards. The foundation will award five grants of up to $2000 each in 2007. Applications must be postmarked no later than July 1, 2007.
Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) The Maine Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) is a federal education initiative established to promote access to post-secondary education for traditionally under-represented adult populations within the State of Maine. As part of it's pre-entry service, MEOC Counselors coordinate efforts with area schools, colleges, and other service agencies to provide information and assistance in completing college admission and financial aid forms. MEOC counselors can assess academic readiness, provide career counseling, and refer individuals to community resources. MEOC is committed to assist any adult wishing to re-enter a formal education setting. Funded to serve traditionally under-represented adults, the majority of MEOC participants are of the first generation in their families to go to college.
Osher Scholarship (University of Maine System-wide)
Margaret Chase Smith Public Affairs Scholarship
University of Maine (Orono) Financial Aid
Futurama & American Association of University Women
Futurama Continuing Education Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: $1,200
AREA OF STUDY: Open
CAREER FOCUS: Open
GENDER: Females
ETHNICITY: Open
RESIDENCY: Maine Residents
GRADE LEVEL: Undergraduates having completed at least one year
GPA MINIMUM: Not specified
OTHER: Must demonstrate financial need
IS THERE AN APPLICATION? Yes
IS THERE AND ESSAY REQUIRED? Yes
ARE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION REQUIRED? Yes
OTHER: Official transcripts requiredFor more information and application deadline, contact:
Office of Student Financial Aid
5781 Wingate Hall
Orono, ME 04469-5781
Phone: (207) 581-1324
Fax: (207) 581-3261Penobscot Valley Branch, American Association of University Women Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT: Three $300 scholarships will be awarded
AREA OF STUDY: Open
CAREER FOCUS: Open
GENDER: Female non-traditional students
ETHNICITY: Open
RESIDENCY: Open
GRADE LEVEL: Undergraduates at least 22 years of age
GPA MINIMUM: Not stated, but must be in good academic standing
OTHER: Have completed at least 20 credit hoursFor more information and application deadline, contact:
Office of Student Financial Aid
5781 Wingate Hall
Orono, ME 04469-5781
Phone: (207) 581-1324
Fax: (207) 581-3261Jeanette Rankin Foundation (deadline is March 1, 2007)