Information for Multicultural Students Studying Abroad: Scholarships for Multicultural Students
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Articles for and by Multicultural Students
Scholarships for Multicultural Students
"There are a few things that I found surprising as a student of color studying abroad. The first was that people seemed to assume that I was African until they heard my American accent and even then I found my identity contested. I ended up in a very heated discussion with a British gentleman in Scotland when he said to me, "Oh so you're an American but where did your family come from?" I found in Dublin that the Irish identify with Afro-Americans because they feel that they too were enslaved by the British and brought to America. One Irishman said to me, "You Americans did it right. You kicked the British out of your country a full hundred years before we did." Study abroad was one the most valuable experiences I had at MSU."
Michael Griggs griggsm1@hotmail.com
Summer 2002 ATL/Arts and Humanities in the United Kingdom
Study abroad is an investment in your future. Like any other type of investment, it requires planning, careful management, creativity, perseverance and commitment. How can you pay for it? Start by planning far in advance (a year is suggested). By planning and selecting certain programs, you may find that the cost of study abroad is far less than you imagined. Check out the Web for suggestions on financing your experience atas well as checking on the many scholarship opportunities listed below.
Updated 7/31/2009
General Scholarships
AGI Minority Geosciences Student Scholarships
Majors in geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology, or earth-science education
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Minority accounting students
American Physical Society
Freshmen and sophomore students majoring in physics
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Based on the financial aid one is already receiving (Federal Pell Grant) and the location of the study abroad program
Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE)
For study, work and volunteering abroad (5 scholarships)
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
The National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering
Scholarships for African Americans
Black Excel
One of the largest databases of scholarships and resources for African American students
African American Scholarships
Find scholarships by state, major and academic level
National Association of Black Journalists
Open to African American students majoring in journalism
National Society of Black Engineers: Scholarships
Scholarships for African AmericansScience Research Scholarship Awards
For juniors who are pursuing life or physical sciences
Scholarships for Asian Americans
Asian American Journalists Association: Scholarships
The Korean American Scholarship Foundation
Asian American Journalists Association: Scholarships
The Korean American Scholarship Foundation
South Asian Journalist Association
Scholarships for Latino/Latina Americans
The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting Scholarships
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Scholarships
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
National Association of Hispanic Nurses
Based on GPA (3.0 or higher), leadership capabilities, association with the NAHN and financial need
State Farm Insurance
Hispanic Scholarship Awards Program
Scholarships for American Indians
American Indian Science and Engineering Society
Association of American Indian Affairs
The Cherokee Nation – Higher Education
Friend of Hubbell
For Navajo Nation students with a 3.0 GPA and minimum junior status
Books on scholarships for minorities
Beckham's Guide to Scholarships (for Black and Minority Students);
Barry Beckham (2005)
Latinos in College: Your Guide to Success
Mariela Dabbah (2009)
Peterson’s Scholarships, Grants & Prizes
Laura Paul (2010)
Scholarship Search Tools First Edition
Alicia M. Rugley (2009)
Kaplan Scholarships 2009 Edition: Billions of Dollars in Free Money for College
Gail Schlachter and R. David Weber (2008)
The Scholarship Book, 13th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships, Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate
National Scholarship Research Service and Daniel J. Cassidy (2008)
The Minority and Women’s Complete Scholarship Book
Inc. Student Services (1998)
The 2007-2009 African American Scholarship Guide for Students & Parents: Presented by Dante Lee, CEO of Diversity City Media (African American Scholarship Guide for Students and Parents)
Dante Lee (2007)
African American Student's College Guide: Your One-Stop Resource for Choosing the Right College, Getting in, and Paying the Bill
Isaac Black (2000)
Peterson's Scholarships for Asian-American Students
Peterson’s (2003)
Directory of Financial Aids for Women 2007-2009: A List Of: Scholarships, Fellowships, Loans, Grants, Awards, and Internships Available Primarily or Exclusively For Women
Gail Ann Schlachter and R. David Weber (2003)
Financial Aid for Hispanic Americans, 2006-2008
Gail Ann Schlachter and R. David Weber (2006)
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