Scholarships of county 'San francisco' within California
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Anna and Charles Stockwitz Children and Youth Fund The purpose of this fund is to assist Jewish children and teens with a valuable educational, social, or psychological experience, or to assist them in attending undergraduate school (grants and loans). Must reside in San Francisco, San Mateo, northern Santa Clara, Marin and Sonoma Counties for grants; Alameda & Contra Costa county residents also eligible for loans.California Japanese-American Alumni Association Scholarship Scholarship awards to students of Japanese ancestry, who are enrolled at any one of the University of California campuses. Application form required. Application address: P.O. Box 15235 San Francisco, CA 94115-9991 tel.: (510) 622-7804 Limited to residents of California.World Affairs Council of Northern California Program Length * Summer * Fall Semester * School Year (summer departure)Eligibility: * The World Affairs Council of Northern California is pleased to offer up to three scholarships $4000 (for summer programs) or $4300 (for semester and academic year programs) to local high school students to study abroad through the Youth for Understanding program. Programs available are any YFU semester, year or summer program listed with a departure date in the summer or fall. Scholarship winners are responsible for the remaining balance of the tuition costs (please see individual country pages for program availability and tuition information). * Open to high school students in Northern California. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. No prior foreign language study is required, except for French-speaking Belgium, Chile, France, Spain, Switzerland, and Venezuela. Only Summer and Fall Semester programs are available for Japan due to departure dates. Select students will be required to attend an interview at the World Affairs headquarters in San Francisco.Age Requirements * Applicant's birth date must fall between September 1, 1991, and July 15, 1995. Application Fee * $75 (non-refundable) Please make check payable to YFU. Complete Application Includes:Please refer to page 2 of the application packet for a complete checklist. * 1 American Overseas Application Form, including: * 1 Educator Evaluation Form * Host Family Letter * 5 Responses to Short Answer Essay Questions * Application Fee (non-refundable) * 1 Activity or Work Supervisor's Evaluation Form * One Scholarship Specific Essay (See Below) * Students must be available for an all day interview at the World Affairs Council headquarters, 312 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA. Scholarship Covers: * Round-trip international travel * Round-trip domestic travel * Placement with a carefully selected host family * Regional orientation for scholarship recipients and parents * Preparatory materials * Support services in host countryScholarship Recipients are Responsible for: * Passport * Visa fees (if necessary) * Any excess luggage tariffs * Required overseas medical insurance (many insurance policies will cover students while traveling abroad) * Personal spending money. * A one-page reflection on their experiences abroad for the World Affairs Council. * Thank You letters to scholarship contributors. * Upon returning home, scholarship winners are expected to complete at least one presentation in their school or community to share their experiences, teach others about the culture in their host country, and encourage other students to participate in foreign exchange. * Tuition balance not covered by scholarship, due two weeks after award notification.NOTE: * All applicants will be notified by mail of their status in April.Scholarship-specific Essay:Please submit an essay answering the following question with your completed application. The World Affairs Council's Schools Program engages high school and university students to develop the international leaders and global citizens of tomorrow. In an essay of no more than 500 words, explain why you are interested in the country(s) you chose.Philippine International Aid-Wells Fargo Scholarship Background:
Number of awards: up to 4
Amount: up to $2,000
Renewable? Yes, for a total of 2 years
Eligibility:
Ethnic heritage: Filipino (at least 25%)
Grade level: Incoming freshman at an accredited community college, technical college or four-year college/university College/university must be located in California
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Financial need
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Residency: Northern California with a preference for low income areas including, but not limited to, San Francisco, Northern San Mateo County, Oakland, Vallejo, the East Bay, South Bay, Stockton and SacramentoPete Wilson Scholarship The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
The purpose of this fund is to assist Jewish children and teens with a valuable educational, social, or psychological experience, or to assist them in attending undergraduate school (grants and loans). Must reside in San Francisco, San Mateo, northern Santa Clara, Marin and Sonoma Counties for grants; Alameda & Contra Costa county residents also eligible for loans.
California Japanese-American Alumni Association Scholarship Scholarship awards to students of Japanese ancestry, who are enrolled at any one of the University of California campuses. Application form required. Application address: P.O. Box 15235 San Francisco, CA 94115-9991 tel.: (510) 622-7804 Limited to residents of California.World Affairs Council of Northern California Program Length * Summer * Fall Semester * School Year (summer departure)Eligibility: * The World Affairs Council of Northern California is pleased to offer up to three scholarships $4000 (for summer programs) or $4300 (for semester and academic year programs) to local high school students to study abroad through the Youth for Understanding program. Programs available are any YFU semester, year or summer program listed with a departure date in the summer or fall. Scholarship winners are responsible for the remaining balance of the tuition costs (please see individual country pages for program availability and tuition information). * Open to high school students in Northern California. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. No prior foreign language study is required, except for French-speaking Belgium, Chile, France, Spain, Switzerland, and Venezuela. Only Summer and Fall Semester programs are available for Japan due to departure dates. Select students will be required to attend an interview at the World Affairs headquarters in San Francisco.Age Requirements * Applicant's birth date must fall between September 1, 1991, and July 15, 1995. Application Fee * $75 (non-refundable) Please make check payable to YFU. Complete Application Includes:Please refer to page 2 of the application packet for a complete checklist. * 1 American Overseas Application Form, including: * 1 Educator Evaluation Form * Host Family Letter * 5 Responses to Short Answer Essay Questions * Application Fee (non-refundable) * 1 Activity or Work Supervisor's Evaluation Form * One Scholarship Specific Essay (See Below) * Students must be available for an all day interview at the World Affairs Council headquarters, 312 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA. Scholarship Covers: * Round-trip international travel * Round-trip domestic travel * Placement with a carefully selected host family * Regional orientation for scholarship recipients and parents * Preparatory materials * Support services in host countryScholarship Recipients are Responsible for: * Passport * Visa fees (if necessary) * Any excess luggage tariffs * Required overseas medical insurance (many insurance policies will cover students while traveling abroad) * Personal spending money. * A one-page reflection on their experiences abroad for the World Affairs Council. * Thank You letters to scholarship contributors. * Upon returning home, scholarship winners are expected to complete at least one presentation in their school or community to share their experiences, teach others about the culture in their host country, and encourage other students to participate in foreign exchange. * Tuition balance not covered by scholarship, due two weeks after award notification.NOTE: * All applicants will be notified by mail of their status in April.Scholarship-specific Essay:Please submit an essay answering the following question with your completed application. The World Affairs Council's Schools Program engages high school and university students to develop the international leaders and global citizens of tomorrow. In an essay of no more than 500 words, explain why you are interested in the country(s) you chose.Philippine International Aid-Wells Fargo Scholarship Background:
Number of awards: up to 4
Amount: up to $2,000
Renewable? Yes, for a total of 2 years
Eligibility:
Ethnic heritage: Filipino (at least 25%)
Grade level: Incoming freshman at an accredited community college, technical college or four-year college/university College/university must be located in California
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Financial need
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Residency: Northern California with a preference for low income areas including, but not limited to, San Francisco, Northern San Mateo County, Oakland, Vallejo, the East Bay, South Bay, Stockton and SacramentoPete Wilson Scholarship The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Scholarship awards to students of Japanese ancestry, who are enrolled at any one of the University of California campuses. Application form required. Application address: P.O. Box 15235 San Francisco, CA 94115-9991 tel.: (510) 622-7804 Limited to residents of California.
World Affairs Council of Northern California Program Length * Summer * Fall Semester * School Year (summer departure)Eligibility: * The World Affairs Council of Northern California is pleased to offer up to three scholarships $4000 (for summer programs) or $4300 (for semester and academic year programs) to local high school students to study abroad through the Youth for Understanding program. Programs available are any YFU semester, year or summer program listed with a departure date in the summer or fall. Scholarship winners are responsible for the remaining balance of the tuition costs (please see individual country pages for program availability and tuition information). * Open to high school students in Northern California. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. No prior foreign language study is required, except for French-speaking Belgium, Chile, France, Spain, Switzerland, and Venezuela. Only Summer and Fall Semester programs are available for Japan due to departure dates. Select students will be required to attend an interview at the World Affairs headquarters in San Francisco.Age Requirements * Applicant's birth date must fall between September 1, 1991, and July 15, 1995. Application Fee * $75 (non-refundable) Please make check payable to YFU. Complete Application Includes:Please refer to page 2 of the application packet for a complete checklist. * 1 American Overseas Application Form, including: * 1 Educator Evaluation Form * Host Family Letter * 5 Responses to Short Answer Essay Questions * Application Fee (non-refundable) * 1 Activity or Work Supervisor's Evaluation Form * One Scholarship Specific Essay (See Below) * Students must be available for an all day interview at the World Affairs Council headquarters, 312 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA. Scholarship Covers: * Round-trip international travel * Round-trip domestic travel * Placement with a carefully selected host family * Regional orientation for scholarship recipients and parents * Preparatory materials * Support services in host countryScholarship Recipients are Responsible for: * Passport * Visa fees (if necessary) * Any excess luggage tariffs * Required overseas medical insurance (many insurance policies will cover students while traveling abroad) * Personal spending money. * A one-page reflection on their experiences abroad for the World Affairs Council. * Thank You letters to scholarship contributors. * Upon returning home, scholarship winners are expected to complete at least one presentation in their school or community to share their experiences, teach others about the culture in their host country, and encourage other students to participate in foreign exchange. * Tuition balance not covered by scholarship, due two weeks after award notification.NOTE: * All applicants will be notified by mail of their status in April.Scholarship-specific Essay:Please submit an essay answering the following question with your completed application. The World Affairs Council's Schools Program engages high school and university students to develop the international leaders and global citizens of tomorrow. In an essay of no more than 500 words, explain why you are interested in the country(s) you chose.Philippine International Aid-Wells Fargo Scholarship Background:
Number of awards: up to 4
Amount: up to $2,000
Renewable? Yes, for a total of 2 years
Eligibility:
Ethnic heritage: Filipino (at least 25%)
Grade level: Incoming freshman at an accredited community college, technical college or four-year college/university College/university must be located in California
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Financial need
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Residency: Northern California with a preference for low income areas including, but not limited to, San Francisco, Northern San Mateo County, Oakland, Vallejo, the East Bay, South Bay, Stockton and SacramentoPete Wilson Scholarship The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Program Length * Summer * Fall Semester * School Year (summer departure)Eligibility: * The World Affairs Council of Northern California is pleased to offer up to three scholarships $4000 (for summer programs) or $4300 (for semester and academic year programs) to local high school students to study abroad through the Youth for Understanding program. Programs available are any YFU semester, year or summer program listed with a departure date in the summer or fall. Scholarship winners are responsible for the remaining balance of the tuition costs (please see individual country pages for program availability and tuition information). * Open to high school students in Northern California. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. No prior foreign language study is required, except for French-speaking Belgium, Chile, France, Spain, Switzerland, and Venezuela. Only Summer and Fall Semester programs are available for Japan due to departure dates. Select students will be required to attend an interview at the World Affairs headquarters in San Francisco.Age Requirements * Applicant's birth date must fall between September 1, 1991, and July 15, 1995. Application Fee * $75 (non-refundable) Please make check payable to YFU. Complete Application Includes:Please refer to page 2 of the application packet for a complete checklist. * 1 American Overseas Application Form, including: * 1 Educator Evaluation Form * Host Family Letter * 5 Responses to Short Answer Essay Questions * Application Fee (non-refundable) * 1 Activity or Work Supervisor's Evaluation Form * One Scholarship Specific Essay (See Below) * Students must be available for an all day interview at the World Affairs Council headquarters, 312 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA. Scholarship Covers: * Round-trip international travel * Round-trip domestic travel * Placement with a carefully selected host family * Regional orientation for scholarship recipients and parents * Preparatory materials * Support services in host countryScholarship Recipients are Responsible for: * Passport * Visa fees (if necessary) * Any excess luggage tariffs * Required overseas medical insurance (many insurance policies will cover students while traveling abroad) * Personal spending money. * A one-page reflection on their experiences abroad for the World Affairs Council. * Thank You letters to scholarship contributors. * Upon returning home, scholarship winners are expected to complete at least one presentation in their school or community to share their experiences, teach others about the culture in their host country, and encourage other students to participate in foreign exchange. * Tuition balance not covered by scholarship, due two weeks after award notification.NOTE: * All applicants will be notified by mail of their status in April.Scholarship-specific Essay:Please submit an essay answering the following question with your completed application. The World Affairs Council's Schools Program engages high school and university students to develop the international leaders and global citizens of tomorrow. In an essay of no more than 500 words, explain why you are interested in the country(s) you chose.
Philippine International Aid-Wells Fargo Scholarship Background:
Number of awards: up to 4
Amount: up to $2,000
Renewable? Yes, for a total of 2 years
Eligibility:
Ethnic heritage: Filipino (at least 25%)
Grade level: Incoming freshman at an accredited community college, technical college or four-year college/university College/university must be located in California
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Financial need
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Residency: Northern California with a preference for low income areas including, but not limited to, San Francisco, Northern San Mateo County, Oakland, Vallejo, the East Bay, South Bay, Stockton and SacramentoPete Wilson Scholarship The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Background:
Number of awards: up to 4
Amount: up to $2,000
Renewable? Yes, for a total of 2 years
Eligibility:
Ethnic heritage: Filipino (at least 25%)
Grade level: Incoming freshman at an accredited community college, technical college or four-year college/university College/university must be located in California
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Financial need
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Residency: Northern California with a preference for low income areas including, but not limited to, San Francisco, Northern San Mateo County, Oakland, Vallejo, the East Bay, South Bay, Stockton and Sacramento
Pete Wilson Scholarship The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
The Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship was established in 2007 to honor the late Pete Wilson, a San Francisco television and radio journalist. The scholarship is granted to an undergraduate or graduate journalism student from the San Francisco Bay area or attending a college or university in the Bay Area who shares Wilson's commitment to ethical, responsible journalism. The Pete Wilson Scholarship alternates each year between undergraduates and graduate applicants.
The recipient of the Pete Wilson Journalism Scholarship will receive $2,000 and an invitation to the Excellence in Journalism conference.
WHO CAN APPLY
Must be from or studying in the San Francisco Bay area
Students who will be sophomores, juniors or seniors at the time the scholarship is awarded, pursuing careers in radio, television, or digital journalism
Winners must be officially enrolled, full-time sophomores or above in good standing when scholarships are awarded
Students may apply for only one RTDNF scholarship, and past RTDNF scholarship winners are not eligible.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the online application form, including:
Contact information
Experience
URL links to 3-5 work samples
Work samples should be broadcast (television/radio) or online news pieces
Work samples should be uploaded to a host site like YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.
Upload the supplemental materials:
Cover letter
Discuss your current and past journalism experience
Describe how you intend to use the funds
Discuss your choice to pursue a career in journalism
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
Resume
Letter of recommendation
From a professor, advisor, or supervisor
Addressed to RTDNF Scholarship Committee
