Salary, Scholarships and Finances
Early Spring Scholarship Roundup
William Frierson
Scholarship application form with hundred dollar bills. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.
When trying to fund your education, scholarships are one of the best options to consider. Depending upon your situation you may be looking for ways to pay for classes, room and board, books and more. Scholarships can come in handy for all such expenses. Unfortunately as a graduate student the number of scholarships that are available is cut significantly in comparison to those that are available to undergraduate students. However, there are still some quality options worth looking into. Below are four scholarships that you could consider as a graduate student.
Pelican Water Scholarship
Award: Varies – up to $1,500
Deadline: April 17th, 2015
Description: Applicant must be a current college student.
Pelican water is a leader in water treatment technologies, and has successfully implemented environmentally friendly water softening systems as a part of its “go green” initiative. As a company that stays ahead of the trends, it endeavors to support the innovators and leaders of the next generation. Individuals interested in applying must write an essay that addresses the set question concerning the promotion of water conservation and show a true passion for the topic, integrity and a commitment to excellence.
GetApp Scholarship
Award: Varies – up to $3,000
Deadline: April 30th, 2015
Description: Applicants must be either high-school seniors who have been accepted to an accredited university or current college student.
In its young life, GetApp has grown to become the #1 cloud apps marketplace. By providing a platform where companies can browse, review, compare and purchase various apps, it aids in the advancement of B2B connections. As an innovator itself, GetApp endeavors to contribute to the success of young technologists that will spur the advancements of tomorrow. Applicants are asked to compose an essay answering one of two questions and showing a drive and desire to contribute to the progress of the world of technology.
Zenni’s Scholarship Poetry Contest
Award: Varies – up to $3,000
Deadline: April 1st, 2015
Description: Applicants must be either high-school seniors who have been accepted to an accredited university or current college student.
Zenni Optical provides affordable, quality eyeglasses through its virtual store. This company was founded upon the desire to provide appealing eyewear to all individuals at a reasonable price. Over the years the company has grown to become a leader in the industry. In an effort to give back it has created this unique scholarship opportunity. Individuals are asked to share their story about their life with glasses in poem form.
Xero Scholarship
Award: $5,000
Deadline: March 31st, 2015
Description: Applicant must be a current college student.
As a leader in online accounting software that services numerous clients through its cloud system, Xero works closely with accountants, bookkeepers and financial advisors. They appreciate these individuals’ contributions to the success of businesses and therefore desire to contribute to the development of the next generation of leaders within the field. Applicants are asked to compose an essay that answers one of the presented questions, demonstrating an understanding of accounting and financial trends and their future outlook.
All of the aforementioned scholarships are quality opportunities to support your education. You may learn more about each scholarship and their requirements by visiting the scholarship websites.
Bio: Veselina Dzhingarova has a master degree in Translation and Intercultural Communication Studies. She is experienced in teambuilding in multicultural environment. Blogging about the important things from everyday life is her passion along with travelling around the world.
