External Scholarship Opportunities

As a service to our students, we have compiled this list of “outside” scholarship opportunities available. This list should be used as a starting point to encourage students to research additional funding opportunities. Learn more at the links below or by contacting the Alumni Office at 978-556-3621.

Please note: Some important scholarships notated in the table with ** REQUIRE AN NECC NOMINATION. Read the information below.

External: General Scholarships | Transfer Scholarships | Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships

General Scholarships Opportunities
General Scholarships	Criteria	Deadline	Amount
Benjamin Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship Website & applications	Be receiving Pell grant Be applying to or have been accepted to a study abroad program starting between July-October 2013 Be traveling a minimum of 4 weeks to a country that is not Cuba or not on the U.S. Travel Warning List	March 5 2013	Up to $5,000
College Is Power (CIP) Scholarship Website & Applications	Be a student over 17 years old Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident Submit a completed application by the deadline	May 31, & Aug. 31, 2013	Up to $1,500
Community Action Gerald Goldman Memorial Scholarship Website & applications	Resident of Haverhill, Amesbury, Boxford, Georgetown, Groveland, Merrimac, Newbury, Newburyport, Rowley, Salisbury or West Newbury Essay about how you made a difference in your community and/or how you embody the giving spirit of Community Action’s Gerald Goldman (see website) Letter of recommendation	March 1, 2013	$1000
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Scholarships & Internships Website & applications	There are SEVERAL CBCF scholarships & internships available, all with specific requirements. GENERALLY, CBCF requires: Identify yourself as a qualified, yet underrepresented college student majoring in health, environmental studies, visual arts, or education Minimum GPA of 3.0 U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident Completed application, including FAFSA information Be enrolled or plan to enroll as a full-time student VISIT THE CBCF WEBSITE FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION!	varies	varies
David Boren Study Abroad Scholarships Website & applications	Be a U.S. citizen Be a H.S. graduate or hold a GED & currently enrolled at an accredited college Be applying to study abroad (but not in W. Europe, Canada, Australia or New Zealand) Preference to students studying culture & language for a full year abroad NOMINATION – contact PACE for details	Feb. 13, 2013	Up to $20,000 for an academic year
Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program Website & Applications	Be a legal resident of MA & a U.S. citizen or permanent resident Meet financial eligibility requirements Be in an ECE, Elementary Education, Psychology, Sociology, or education-related program Be an ECE for at least 1 year at a licensed MA Dept EEC facility Agree to continue working as an ECE after graduation	varies	Up to $2250 at NECC or $4500 at a 4-year school
Frank Lanza Memorial Scholarship Website & applications	Enrolled in an associate’s degree program in Registered Nursing, Respiratory Care or Emergency Medical Services Have at least 50% of your degree complete by June 2013 Plan to attend at least half-time for fall 2013 Have at least a 3.0 GPA & no incompletes Have a record free of suspension & disciplinary issues Complete a PTK Common Application (see website) but do NOT need to be a PTK member	5pm, April 30, 2013	$2,500
Garden Club Federation Scholarships Website & applications	Be majoring in Biology, conservation, environmental studies, or related field (see website for full details) Be a resident of Massachusetts Have a B average (3.0) Good character Financial need	March 1 2013	varies
Gen & Kelly Tannabe Student Scholarship Website & Applications	Be a U.S. resident Submit a complete application, including a short essay of 250 words or less	July 31 & Dec. 31, 2013	$1,000
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarships Website & Applications	There are several HSF scholarships with specific requirements, but GENERALLY, HSF requires: Be a Hispanic student Minimum GPA of 3.0 U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident Completed application, including FAFSA information Be enrolled or plan to enroll as a full-time student Visit the HSF website for specific information!	varies	varies
Jeannette Rankin Foundation Scholarship Website & applications	Be female & at least 35 years old by 3/1/13 Be a U.S. citizen Be enrolled in a degree program Qualify as low-income per government guidelines (see website)	March 1 2013	varies
Lawrence General Hospital Scholarship for Healthcare Field Majors Application Form 2013 (PDF) Pace students visit PACE for an application!	Be planning a career in healthcare Essay stating why the scholarship would be beneficial to you Recommendation from a faculty advisor Completed application	April 1, 2013	$1500
Loyola University Chicago Vietnam Center Scholarships Website & applications	Be interested in studying abroad in Vietnam for the Fall 2013 semester at LUC’s Vietnam Center Have 30+ credits completed & a 2.75+ GPA by Fall 2013 Be Pell Grant recipient OR be in a TRiO Program (PACE!) Coordinate financial aid/transferring of credits through NECC Study Aboard coordinator Submit a complete application (online) Agree to shoot video & help recruit students to the Vietnam Center upon returning from your trip	April 5, 2013	$5,000
Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association (MEOA) Scholarship Website & applications	Nomination from MEOA member (PACE staff) Completed application, including letter of recommendation & essay Meet federal guideline for low income and/or be a first generation college student Copy of financial award letter from the college you plan to attend in Fall 2013	Due to PACE no later than May 20	$750
Massachusetts High Demand Scholarship Program Website & applications	Be enrolled in a designated high need field (STEM, health, accounting, & more! – see website for full list) Be attending a community college or public university in MA Complete the FAFSA for the current year Complete the online application	Jan. 15, 2013	Up to $4,000/year at a community college or $6500/year at a 4-year college
Massachusetts Hospital Association Insurance Agency Scholarship Application (PDF) PACE students visit PACE for an application!	Be in a health major such as Rad tech, Lab Science, or Respiratory Therapy (NOT available to Nursing majors) Completed application Be willing to sign an agreement to work in MA upon completion of your degree for at least 2 years Financial need and most recent income tax form	April 5, 2013	$2,500
Massachusetts Women in Public Higher Education Student Achievement Scholarship Website & applications	Be female Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher Essay detailing how public higher education has helped you achieve your goals Complete application, including 2 letters of recommendation from college faculty or staff	Feb 24 2013	$750
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program Website & applications	Committed to a career in biomedical, behavioral or social science research & be willing to work at NIH Be a U.S. citizen Be enrolled as a full-time student for the current academic year Have exceptional financial need Have a minimum GPA of 3.5 Agree to complete two NIH service requirements including a summer internship and employment at NIH after graduation	Feb. 28, 2013	Up to $20,000 per year
New England College Council Scholarships Visit PACE for an application!	30+ credits completed by the end of Spring 2013, with at least half of your credits completed at NECC Plan to enroll at NECC for fall 2013 Plan to graduate with your associate’s degree by May 2014 or earlier Completed application, including letter of recommendation and personal essay	April 30 2013	$750
One Family Scholars Program Website & applications	Be sponsored by a participating community organization (for full list visit website) Single, head-of-household with dependent children under 18 MA resident & income-eligible (see website) Be enrolled in an accredited program an plan to use your degree to enter a family-sustaining career Visit website for details	Application opens June 1, 2013	varies
Pearson Prize for Higher Education Website & applications	Demonstrated leadership and/or dedication to community service Completed at least 30 college credits by June 2013 Enrolled either at a community college or 4-year college Have a GPA of at least 2.5	April 19, 2013	$1,000
Super College Scholarship Website & Applications	Submit a completed application online	March 31, 2013 & Dec.31, 2013	$1,500
TEACH Grant Program Website & applications	Be a U.S. citizen Attend a college that participates in the TEACH Grant Program Be working towards earning your degree in Education Maintain good academic standing Sign a TEACH agreement promising to serve as a teacher in a designated school as determined by the U.S. Department of Education	varies	Up to $4000 per year
Udall Undergraduate Scholarships Website & applications	Be committed to a career in environmental studies OR Native American tribal policy/healthcare Have at least 30 college level credits Plan to attend college full-time during the 2013-14 year Have a GPA of at least a 3.0 Be a U.S. citizen Secure an institutional nomination (see PACE)	Notify PACE no later than Feb 15 2013	Up to $5,000
United Negro College Fund Website & applications	Criteria varies by scholarship, visit the website!! UNCF is an organization seeking to be a national advocate for students of African American and minority backgrounds It administers 400 scholarship and internship programs geared towards making college affordable for students from low- and moderate-income families	varies	varies
Vital Impact Scholarships (formerly Massachusetts Educational Foundation Scholarships) Website & applications	Female, MA resident, age 35 or older Be committed to making a career change Be enrolled in a degree program and be able to use the scholarship 1 year from June 2013 Completed application & 2 recommendations	May 31, 2013	Up to $1,000
Women’s Opportunity Award Website & Application	Eligible applicants are women who: Provide the primary financial support for her dependents (including children, spouse, siblings and/or parents) Demonstrate financial need Are enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program Are motivated to achieve their educational and career goals Reside in one of Soroptimist International of the Americas’ member countries or territories Have not previously been the recipient of a Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Award; are not a Soroptimist member, employee of Soroptimist or immediate family of either	December 1	varies up to $10,000
Women of Promise Scholarship Competition Website & application	The scholarship honors Women of Promise who will make the world a better place. The Women of Promise Scholarship is awarded to students who: are seeking a Bachelor’s Degree are new to Pine Manor College The students participate in an essay writing competition and group discussions	March 2013	up to $15,000

Transfer Scholarship Opportunities
Transfer Scholarship	Criteria	Deadline	Amount
*Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Website & application*	The purpose of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation, as stated in the enabling legislation, is to alleviate a critical current and future shortage of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. A more realistic statement of the purpose, in today’s terms, is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified individuals to those fields of academic study and research. Each scholarship covers eligible expenses for undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 annually. Be a community college student planning to graduate & transfer to a 4-year college in Fall 2013 Have at least a 3.0 GPA Have interest in pursuing a career in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering (Students who plan to study medicine are eligible for a Goldwater Scholarship only if they plan a research career rather than a career as a medical doctor in a private practice) Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident Secure an official nomination from NECC(PACE students should See PACE for more information about this.)	Jan. 18, 2013	Up to $7,500
Boston University Metropolitan College Community Scholar Program Website	Applied for admission to BU Metropolitan College Complete Associate’s degree from NECC GPA of 3.0 or higher Pursuing a major offered by BU’s Metropolitan College only – Scholarship not applicable for students intending to pursue daytime classes at BU	June 15 & August 1, 2013	50% of tuition for up to 12 credits a semester
**Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship For directions on how to apply contact Lis Espinoza, at lespinoza@necc.mass.edu.	Outstanding students who will be transferring from NECC are encouraged to apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship. Cumulative GPA 3.5 Be a U.S. citizen Significant community service	Scholarship Process Closed
Haverhill Community Television (HCTV) new! Website & applications	Minimum Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 Copy of acceptance letter from 4-year college Essay (250 words): How do you believe the emerging new media and technology will impact the future of local news gathering and dissemination? One letter of recommendation Must be graduating with Associate’s Degree in LA: Journalism/Communication from NECC Spring 2013 Merrimack Valley resident Completed 2013 NECC Transfer Scholarship application	April 30, 2013	$5,000, over 2 years
*Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Website & application*	The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship makes it possible for the nation’s top community college students to complete their bachelor’s degrees by transferring to a four-year college or university. The Foundation provides up to $30,000 per year to each of approximately 60 deserving students selected annually, making it the largest private scholarship for two-year and community college transfer students in the country. Be a current student at an accredited US community college or two-year institution with sophomore status by December 31, 2012, or a recent graduate (since spring 2008). Plan to enroll full-time in a baccalaureate program at an accredited college or university in fall 2013. Have a cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.50 or better on a scale of 4.0 (or the equivalent). Have significant unmet financial need. Have not previously been nominated for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. Secure an official nomination from NECC	Scholarship Process Closed
Lesley University Community College & Transfer Merit Scholarships (For use at Lesley College OR The Art Institute of Boston) No separate application Website	More than one scholarship available, see the website for details! Accepted for admission to Lesley College OR the Art Institute of Boston for Fall 2013 Students applying to the eveneing/Adult Learning Division are not eligible	varies	Up to $13,000/year for up to 2 years
New England Transfer Association Scholarship (NETA) Website	Receive an associate’s degree by the end of Spring 2013 semester (30 credits must be from NECC) Plan to transfer to a NETA-affiliated 4-year college or university for fall 2013 Have a 3.25 cumulative GPA	Due to PACE for nomination no later than March 29, 2013	$1000
Northern Essex Community College Professional Association (NECCPA) Scholarship Application not yet available.	Graduating from NECC by June 30 Represent the best product of NECC education, as judged by the committee Completed 42 credits at the time of application, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher Work sample, noted by an NECC instructor Completed application including 1 letter of recommendation & essay on your NECC experience	1 p.m. April 17, 2013	$1000
UMASS Boston Chancellor’s Scholarships For Academic Excellence For Excellence in the Arts Website	Be a resident of Massachusetts Be admitted to UMASS Boston for Fall 2013 Have at least 24 college credits Have a GPA of at least a 3.5 Complete the application, along with essay and letter of recommendation by deadline (see website for details) Not valid for online/evening students	March 1, 2013(round 1)June 1, 2013 (round 2)	Up to full tuition & fees
*UMASS Boston Foster Furcolo Scholarship Website* Application 2013 (must have Nomination)	For use at UMass Boston ONLY. This scholarship was established to honor Foster Furcolo, who served as governor of Massachusetts from 1957 to 1960. He was instrumental in the creation of the system of public community colleges in the Commonwealth. Award is a waiver of all tuition and fees at UMass Boston for up to 2 years. Completed associate’s degree Have a cumulative GPA of least a 3.5 GPA Must be a Massachusetts resident Completed FAFSA Admitted to UMASS Boston as a must be a first time, full-time student enrolling for fall semester immediately following graduate from the community college Must graduate from your community college in the spring preceding fall entrance at UMass Boston not available to applicants from community colleges graduating in the winter term nominated students may not have attended UMass Boston in the past Institutional nomination(PACE student please contact PACE for information)	March 29, 2013	100% UMASS Boston tuition & fees for up to 2 yrs
University of Massachusetts Amherst Community College Academic Honors Scholarship Visit the PACE office or Advising for an application!	GPA of 3.5 or higher at the time of application 45 community college credits completed Applied to UMA as a day student for Fall 2013 Complete Associate’s degree prior to transfer U.S. citizen or permanent resident Additional scholarship awards may be available for qualified first-generation college students!	April 15, 2013	$2,500 per year (pro-rated for part time) for 2 yrs
University of Massachusetts LOWELLTransfer Scholarship No separate application required. Website	GPA of 3.5 or higher Transferring to UML as a day student for Fall 2013 U.S. citizen or legal resident	varies	varies

PHI THETA KAPPA TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

PTK is a nationally recognized honor society for community college students. To be eligible to join, you must have a GPA of 3.5+ and at least 12 college level credits completed. For information about joining the NECC Chapter of PTK, contact Professor Andrew Morse at amorse@necc.mass.edu.

PHI THETA KAPPA General Scholarships
General Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarships
In addition to the scholarships listed below, PTK administers a number of scholarships using a common application. PTK Members may use the common application to apply for multiple scholarships at the same time. The Fall Common Application opens on October 1 and closes December 1. The Spring Common Application opens on February 1 and closes on April 1. It is critical for PTK members to complete the common application each semester in order to maximize scholarship eligibility. For more information, visit: www.ptk.org/become-a-member/scholarships

Below are the colleges in MA & NH that are known to offer specific scholarships to PTK students. This is not an exhaustive list. If you are interested in transferring to a college not listed here, please contact them directly to inquire about any PTK scholarships that may be available.

PHI THETA KAPPA Transfer Scholarships
Massachusetts PTK Transfer Scholarships	Criteria	Deadline	Amount
American International College (Springfield) Website	A letter from a PTK advisor verifying you are in good academic standing An overall 3.3 or higher GPA Minimum of 30 credits earned at the PTK college	Contact college: 800-242-3142	Up to $10,000
Boston University Website	Members of PTK & nominated by their chapter advisor Outstanding leaders who have demonstrated academic excellence Must enroll as juniors at Boston University with a minimum of 60 transferable credits	March 15, 2013	50% tuition for up to 2 years
Clark University (Worcester) Website	PTK Scholarship PTK member with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA Be transferring to Clark with a minimum of 45 credits PTK All-USA Scholarship PTK Member nominated to the PTK/All-USA Academic Team Minimum 3.7 cumulative GPA Transferring to Clark with an associate’s degree (or a minimum of 60 credits)	April 1, 2013	Up to $15,000
Elms College (Chicopee) Website	Members of Phi Theta Kappa Minimum GPA of 3.0 Renewable for up to 3 years	Contact college: 413-594-2761	Up to $10,000
Harvard University Extension School (Cambridge) Website	PTK Member planning to enroll in the Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree for Fall 2013 Complete 3 pre-admission courses with a B or higher Earned Associate in Arts degree GPA of 3.5 or higher Successfully complete application & interview process	June 1, 2013	Approx. $3000 for pre-admission courses + 50% tuition in future courses
Lesley University (Cambridge) Website	PTK Member with an earned Associate’s degree	Contact college: (617) 868-9600	Up to $14,000
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (North Adams) Website	PTK member with earned associates degree Cumulative GPA of at least 3.3	Priority: February 1, 2013	Up to $3,000
Mount Holyoke College (South Hadley) Website	Call Mount Holyoke for more information: 413-538-2023
Northeastern University (Boston) Website	PTK member with at least 32 transferable credits Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 Recommendation of PTK advisor	May 1, 2013	Up to $5,000
Regis College (Weston) Website	PTK Member with a minimum GPA of 3.0 Must plan to enroll full-time at Regis College	Contact college: 781-768-7000	Up to $6,000
Smith College (Northampton) Website	Female PTK Member selected for recommendation by Smith College’s Office of Admission (Smith is an all female school) No separate application, eligibility determined at time of admission	February 1, 2013	Up to $5,000
Suffolk University (Boston) Website	PTK advisor nomination Cumulative GPA of at least 3.3 U.S. Citizen or permanent resident Contact Suffolk for more information 617-573-8460	April 1, 2013	$1000
UMASS Lowell Website	Combined GPA of 3.50 or better Associate Degree completed Active PTK Membership No separate application required, but provide a copy of your PTK membership card at the time of application	Varies	Up to $1000/year
Western New England College (Springfield) Website	Enroll immediately following graduation from NECC Minimum GPA of 3.5 U.S. citizen Cannot have a previously earned bachelor’s degree	Contact college: 413-782-1321	Up to $10,000/year
Wheelock College (Boston) Website	Contact Wheelock for more information: 617-879-2000
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Website	Minimum GPA of 3.5 Enroll at WPI full-time Cannot have a previously earned bachelor’s degree Based on NECC transcript, recommendations, leadership and community	April 15, 2013	$10,000

New Hampshire PTK College Scholarships	Criteria	Deadline	Amount
Colby-Sawyer College (New London) Website	Contact Colby-Sawyer for more information: (800) 272-1015
Franklin Pierce University (Rindge) Website	Contact Franklin Pierce for more information: (603) 899-4180
Southern New Hampshire University (Manchester) Website	Enroll at SNHU either as a commuter or on-campus student Graduate from NECC with a minimum 3.5 GPA Enroll as full-time undergraduate DAY students at SNHU	May 15, 2013	Up to $7,000

**Note for scholarships that require an NECC Nomination

All deadlines represent internal deadlines. Please contact Lindsey Mayo regarding nomination process for one of these scholarships.

Phone: 978-556-3621
Email: lmayo@necc.mass.edu

Scholarship contact information for assistance applying or more information.