Paralegal / Court Reporting Scholarships

The Paralegal Scholarship Program was created in 2018 as part of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.’s commitment to helping aspiring paralegals who are in need of financial assistance achieve their academic and professional dreams. In order to be considered for the scholarship, the student must be enrolled in any paralegal education program within the next year.

Awarded to a student who demonstrates excellence, persistence and dedication in court reporting studies, especially through adversity.

The Pennsylvania Association of Educational Office Professionals (PAEOP) welcomes all qualifying students to submit a scholarship application for the 2018 Hermine Solt Student Scholarship. This is a $500 scholarship that was established in 1992 for the purpose of aiding students in Pennsylvania to pursue higher education in a business-related field. This scholarship will be given to an eligible senior applicant graduating from a Pennsylvania High School or Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School to be used as either tuition assistance or as a school bookstore credit at any approved two or four-year post-secondary institution, college, or university majoring in the business field. (Examples include but not limited to: Accounting, Business, Business Administration, Business Communications, Business Management, Business Communications, International Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Computer/Technology, or Secretarial/Admin. Assistant) Additional criteria for consideration include: 1. Financial Need; 2. Academic Performance (must have a minimum of a 3.0 G.P.A.); 3. School Activities (Clubs, Sport or Music/Arts) 4. Work, community and/or volunteer activities; 5. Traits of leadership, citizenship, and service to school and community with an excellent attendance record. In addition to completing the attached or online application, students must submit all of the following: 1. Official High School Transcript – if selected an original with a compressed seal will be required. 2. One letter of recommendation from a business teacher or guidance counselor who is knowledgeable of the student’s citizenship, academic history/scholarship, or activities in the school and/or local community. 3. List of all extra-curricular activities, honors, and/or community service 4. An essay or personal statement (approx. 250 words) detailing “WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF 10 YEARS FROM NOW?” 5. Acceptance Letter Showing Business Major The scholarship will be awarded as follows: Applications will be given a number based on order of receipt. Names will not be provided to the committee and points will be awarded using the approved scoring rubric. Points will be totaled and applications placed in order from highest to lowest. The scholarship will be awarded based on total points earned from the application, with emphasis on financial need, community service and/or extra-curricular activities and overall high school academic record. The essay/personal statement will provide insight as to the goals and future vision for the applicant. Scholarship winners must agree to let PAEOP use his/her photo and information for their quarterly newsletter or other members only correspondence. The winner will be invited to accept the award at the PAEOP awards banquet in Spring 2018. The scholarship check will be issued by the Pennsylvania Association of Educational Office Professionals (PAEOP) in the name of the student to the college or post-secondary institution the student will be attending. Scholarship proceeds must be used for tuition and/or as a credit at the student book store. Scholarship Packets must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2018 – NO EXCEPTIONS!

Over $1,700,000 in tuition scholarships are being offered in both degree and diploma programs to Florida high school graduates. These scholarships are available in such diverse specialties as business administration, electronic engineering technology, drafting and computer assisted design, secretarial, fashion merchandising and design, accounting, cartooning/illustration, court reporting, professional mariner, culinary arts, hospitality management, private investigation, nail and skin care technology, respiratory therapy technician, travel and tourism, cosmetology, video film production and recording arts, automotive service technology, photography, industrial design technology, music and video business, allied health administration, air conditioning and refrigeration technology, paralegal studies, interior design, therapeutic massage, rescue and advanced open water diving, cardiovascular technologist, visual communication, medical or dental assisting and other business, health care and technical/career fields.

Eligibility Criteria:•Must be of Hispanic background•Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States or Puerto Rico•Must be studying at an accredited university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico for the upcoming academic year•Must be (or plan to be) enrolled full-time as an undergraduate student for the upcoming academic year•Must have earned and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale•Must demonstrate financial need•Must be studying a major that falls under the Other Majors Application

The Herold and Retta Reuss Public Safety Scholarship is awarded to one or more Marshall High School or Marshall Alternative High School graduates, previous recipients or Marshall area residents who are pursuing a career in the Criminal Justice, Emergency Medical Services, or other related fields, such as but not limited to, Fireman, Policeman, Legal Secretary or Dispatcher. Qualifying applicants must demonstrate the drive and ability to be successful in pursuing a college education and/or a certification process in the fields aforementioned. Financial need may be a deciding factor. MinimumGPA not required.Students must complete the application for scholarships administered by the Marshall Community Foundation. This Application can be downloaded from the Scholarship page at the Foundation website, www.marshallcf.org, or contact the Foundation Office at 269.781.2273 or [email protected] Questions: What field have you chosen to pursue in your studies? What made you decide to pursue this career? How do you hope to impact the community around you?Recommendation Letters: Two required- one from high school educator/administrator or employer and one from an adult member of the community (not a family member).Financial Criteria: Yes, please complete financial aid information and return with scholarship application.GPA: N/A

The Imagine America Foundation created its Imagine America High School Scholarship Program in 1998 to help provide scholarships for high school students. This annual scholarship program has helped thousands of high school seniors afford a career education at hundreds of career schools across the United States. Each year, every high school in the United States and Puerto Rico may nominate up to five graduating seniors to receive a $1,000 Imagine America scholarship!

NCRF is proud to offer the Frank Sarli Memorial Scholarship annually. This scholarship goes to one deserving, qualified, NCRA student member at an NCRA-certified program.Students who are currently enrolled at NCRA–certified programs and the meet the criteria below are eligible. Only one nomination from each NCRA-certified program is accepted. Criteria for the Frank Sarli Memorial Scholarship: 1. The nominee must be a current NCRA student member. 2. The nominee must be enrolled in an NCRA-certified court reporting program. 3. The nominee must have passed at least one of the court reporting program's Q & A tests at a minimum of 200 words per minute. 4. The nominee must have a grade point average of at least a 3.5 overall, based on a 4.0 standard. 5. The nominee must have a demonstrated need for financial assistance. 6. Nominees must possess all the qualities exemplified by a professional court reporter, including professional attitude, demeanor, dress and motivation. 7. All criteria must be confirmed and verified by the submitting court reporting program.

Amount: $ 1,000 Criteria Must be enrolled at a accredited university or public / private college in the State of Texas Completed 90 credit hours before the fall semester All majors are eligible but students must be pursing a pre-law program and / or planning to attend law school Have and maintain a 2.75 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Provide one letter of recommendation from an educator familiar with your academic career Provide a resume of your community service activities Must maintain full-time enrollment status (12 hours if applicable) for the duration of the scholarship Preference will be given to female students of Hispanic descent

Two $2,000 scholarships for students with hemophilia pursuing pre-law study. Write by mail for more information.

The d’Oliveira & Associates College Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship opportunity available to students pursuing college degrees or certifications in law school, paralegal studies‚ legal assistant studies‚ court reporting, or any other law-related field from community colleges‚ technical schools, or business schools in the United States. Applicant Eligibility Requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen Must hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent Must either attend or plan to enroll at a college or university, community college, technical school, or business school Must be either pursuing a college degree, law school degree, certification in paralegal studies, legal assistant studies, court reporting, or another law-related field. About the Award: The d’Oliveira & Associates College Student Scholarship is to be used solely for school tuition and related expenses. A check for $1,000 will be written payable directly to the award recipient’s college or school to cover these expenses.

Requirements for the Naqvi Scholarship This scholarship is judged primarily on need basis, but does not exclude achievement standards. The scholarship must be submitted, in full, by March 31. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Applications for scholarship can be submitted by any high school senior or high school graduate from the state of Nevada. You must be seeking a law oriented degree. A student aid report showing income status of your household must be attached for application to be considered. Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. A transcript must be attached with counselor or school representative signature for application to be considered. This scholarship is a one time scholarships worth $2,000. Although not required, applicants are encouraged to submit recommendation letters and/or resumes to substantiate their application. This scholarship is available at Naqvilaw.com/scholarship-application