ScholarshipExperts.com
Scholarship Name: “Shout it Out” Essay Contest
Description: ScholarshipExperts.com is once again awarding five $1,000 Shout it Out! scholarships to winning essayists on the topic:”If you were given the opportunity to say anything to the admissions staff at your prospective college (or to the faculty of your current school), what one thing would you “shout out” to make them remember you? Applicants must be at least 13 years of age, legal residents of the United States and planning to enroll no later than the fall of 2014 in an accredited institution of higher education. The application deadline is September 30, 2009.
Award: $1,000
Award is Open to: High School Students
Awards per year: 5
Major/Field of Study: Open
How to Apply/Contact: More scholarship information is available on their website.
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North American Cartographic Information Society
Scholarship Name: Student Web Mapping Competition
Description: Recognizing the importance of the Web in the future of cartography, the North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS) is sponsoring the 12th Annual Student Web Mapping Competition. The competition aims to encourage cartographic excellence in new media in two categories: animated maps and interactive maps. The first prize winner will earn a $500 scholarship. To enter the competition, you must be currently enrolled in a certificate, undergraduate, or graduate program in North America. Entries must be submitted by Friday September 18, 2009.
Award: $500
Award is Open to: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students
Awards per year: 1
Major/Field of Study: Cartography
How to Apply/Contact: Full details and submission information is available at the North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS)
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