Scholarship/Fellowship Opportunities

Five Rhode Island students recently were honored for their outstanding public service with a $1,500 scholarship from the Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship Fund. They are pictured here with James D'Ambra, chair of the scholarship fund advisory committee.

The Foundation currently manages more than 150 scholarship and fellowship funds; opportunities are listed below.

Many scholarships are administered directly by designated schools and organizations. Please refer to the directory below. If you think you may qualify for one of these opportunities, contact the person or organization listed in the directory.

For other scholarships/fellowships, the Foundation only accepts applications through our free online application system. These scholarships/fellowships also may be accessed through the directory below.

The Foundation has developed a scholarship questionnaire to help you determine your eligibility for scholarships/fellowships administered by the Foundation; please note that you still will need to rely on the directory below to determine eligibility for scholarships administered by designated schools and organizations.

Scholarships for College-Level Study

Name	Description	To Apply
Patty & Melvin Alperin First Generation Scholarship	Rhode Island high school senior Parents did not graduate from college Accepted or enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college Award: $1,000 range Renewable Financial need Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 1, 2013	Apply online
Alperin Hirsch Scholarship	Needy graduating senior from Shea Senior High School Attending an accredited post-secondary degree program	Shea High School Guidance Counselor (401) 729-6458
Edward R. Anderson CLU Scholarship	University of Rhode Island juniors and seniors Rhode Island resident Enrolled in College of Business Administration Plans to pursue a career in the insurance/financial services field	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Ronald D. Araujo Memorial Scholarship	Tolman High School student athlete Financial need GPA of 3.0 or better Entering an accredited college or university Johnson and Wales University matriculating student athlete Rhode Island resident Financial need GPA of 3.0 or better	Tolman High (401) 729-6402 Johnson and Wales (401) 598-1468
B ach Organ Scholarship	Organ music major Rhode Island resident or attending college in Rhode Island Award: $800 - $1,000 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online
F. Remington Ballou Scholarship	School One graduating high school senior(s) Providence resident Attending college	School One (401) 331-2497
Harold R. Bannister Scholarship	For University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth students in textile technology Preference for students from greater Fall River area	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth (508) 999-8311
B eacon Brighter Tomorrows Scholarship	Be a dependent child whose parent sustained a work related injury with an employer who had workers’ compensation insurance with Beacon Mutual Insurance Company and whose parent collected at least 6 months of qualifying indemnity benefits with at least some of the payment occurring during the past calendar year Be a dependent child whose parent sustained a work related injury with an employer who had workers’ compensation insurance with Beacon Mutual Insurance Company and whose parent collected for an accepted permanently total disability or dependent(s) collected for an accepted fatal claim, either resulting in a favorable and final resolution Maintained a grade point average of “C” or better for the past two years U.S. citizen or legal resident Financial need Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 15, 2013	New applicants: Log onto www.beaconmutual.com Renewal applicants: Apply online
Andrew Bell Scholarship	Scholarships to high school graduates Financial need Pursuing post-secondary education	Urban League (401) 351-5000
F rederick J. Benson Scholarship	Block Island resident (completed eight years in a Block Island school or three years of high school on Block Island) Completed one year of college Award: $500 - $2,000 range Renewable Deadline: June 1, 2013	Michele Phelan
Victor Blanco Memorial Scholarship	To Latino Dollars for Scholars For students with financial need	Latino Dollars for Scholars Foundation
Bowen Haven Fund	To Mount Holyoke College (MA) for scholarships Financial need	Mount Holyoke College (413) 538-2291
Harriet M. Briggs Memorial Scholarship	East Providence student Studying library science or art	High school seniors: contact your guidance office for information College students: send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to CSF of East Providence, PO Box 154438, East Providence, RI 02915.
Bristol Children’s Home Scholarship	Financial need Attending or accepted to an accredited institution of higher learning Bristol resident and US citizen Graduate students are ineligible Award: $500- $1,500 range Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 1, 2013	Apply Online
Olive C. P. Brittan Memorial Scholarship	From Lincoln Teachers’ Association Scholarship Fund to graduating senior(s) from Lincoln High School Accepted to accredited post-secondary educational program	Lincoln High School Guidance Director (401) 334-7500
Helen E. B. Bromley Memorial Scholarship	Graduating student(s) from Attleboro High School Financial need Accepted to accredited post secondary educational program (college, trade school, technical school or certificate program)	Attleboro Scholarship Foundation (508) 226-4414
David P. Bulman Memorial Scholarship	Oliver Ames High School (North Easton, MA) student(s) Financial need Plans to attend an accredited college or university	Oliver Ames High School (508) 230-3210
J ames J. Burns and C.A. Haynes Textile Scholarship	Students studying textiles at accredited institution Financial need Award: $1,000 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
Virginia Carson Memorial Scholarship	To Hope High School for scholarships for students to attend post-secondary educational institution Consideration to needy females of average academic ability who have demonstrated desire to participate in athletic events Rhode Island resident	Hope High School Guidance Department (401) 456-9168
Grace D. and Lloyd A. Case Fund	Graduating student(s) of Portsmouth High School Reside in Little Compton Plans to attend college/university in recognized degree program	Portsmouth High School Guidance Department (401) 683-2139
C ataract Fire Company #2 Scholarship	High school seniors Warwick residents Entering first year of academic or vocational/technical post-secondary institution Academic excellence not necessary Award: $1,500 - $2,000 range One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 12, 2013	Download the application.
Margaret Chace Scholarship	Tiverton High School students Studying applied music	Tiverton High School (401) 624-6621
Roger B. Chapman Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Chariho Career and Technical Center Pursuing further studies in electronics	Chariho Career/Technical Center (401) 364-6869
Holly Charette Scholarship	Cranston High School East graduating senior(s) Coventry High School graduating senior(s) Financial need Attending post-secondary educational institution Active in sports Community service Good academic standing	Cranston High School East Guidance Department (401) 270-8126 Coventry High School Guidance Department (401) 822-9499
Chopin Club Scholarship	Scholarships and awards to members of the Chopin Club	Chopin Club (401) 884-6931
Carl W. Christiansen Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Pursuing study in accounting or related fields Deadline: January 11, 2013	Denise Jacobson, RISCPA
Montie Ciarlo Memorial Scholarship	Shea Senior High School student(s) Demonstrated financial need Greatest achievement or improvement in English language arts	Shea High School (401) 729-6458
B. Jae Clanton Scholarship	For minority students	Urban League (401) 351-5000
George P. Clark and Vera J. Clark Scholarship	Chariho Regional High School graduating seniors Financial need Attending college or other graduate education (including professional and trade schools)	Chariho Regional High School (401) 364-7778
Daniel Brian Cohen Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Toll Gate High School Attending four-year colleges or universities	Toll Gate High School Guidance Department (401) 734-3309
Arnold B. and Madelyn Collins Scholarship	Lincoln High School graduating senior Pursuing higher education in the field of medicine To Lincoln High School for graduating senior pursuing higher education in medicine	Lincoln High School (401) 334-7500

Conrad-Nestor Scholarship	To South County Hospital for scholarships Child, grandchild, or dependent of a South County Hospital employee Graduating high school senior Rhode Island resident Attending accredited post-secondary educational institution Financial need Academic accomplishment	Dr. Robert Conrad (401) 783-8143
C onstant Memorial Scholarship	Aquidneck Island residents Art or music student Enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior in a four-year accredited institution of higher learning Award: $2,000 - $5,000 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online
Corning Glass Works Scholarship	Previously received the Corning Glass Works Scholarship (prior Corning winners only) Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 15, 2013	Apply online
A .T. Cross Scholarship	Children of full-time employees of A.T. Cross Company Award: $1,000 - $3,000 range, new applicants; $300 - $2,000 range, renewals Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 15, 2013	Apply online
Beatrice S. Demers Foreign Language Fellows	Rhode Island residents and anyone who is a student at a Rhode Island college or university who wishes to pursue foreign language study Undergraduate students, graduate students, professors, educators, or other residents of Rhode Island Awards: $1,000 - $25,000 range Deadline: noon (EST) on January 31, 2013	Additional information and to apply
Densmore Scholarship	Graduating senior at Stonington High School (CT)	Stonington High School Guidance Director (860) 599-5781
Elizabeth M. Drapala Memorial Scholarship	Shea High School (Pawtucket, RI) students	Shea High School (401) 729-6458
Gregory Dubuc Memorial Scholarship	To College of the Holy Cross for scholarships Students from Rhode Island or Southeastern Massachusetts Math or economics major Financial need Renewable	College of the Holy Cross (508) 793-3479
Edward Leon Duhamel Freemasons Scholarship	Descendant of members of the Franklin Lodge of Freemasons in Westerly, RI Graduate students ineligible Financial need Award: $500 - $1,000 range Renewable	Edward Lowe or Franklin Lodge #20 20 Elm Street Westerly, RI 02891
J. D. Edsal Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Studying film-making, television production, or advertising at the post-secondary level with the expectation of pursuing a career in one or more of these fields	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Matthew J. Fandetti Memorial Scholarship	Attending New England Institute of Technology	NEIT -- Finance (401) 467-7744
Joseph P. Ferrucci, Esq. Memorial Scholarship	Students who participate in the Talent Development Program Financial need Renewable	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Kevin A. Fitzgerald Memorial Scholarship	To St. Michael's Parish for scholarships	St. Michael’s Parish (401) 781-7210
George P. and Anna M. Flynn Scholarship	Parishioner of St. Mary of the Bay Church (Warren, RI) Merit-based scholarship Financial need Attending a four-year college	St. Mary of the Bay Church (401) 245-7000
Maria A. Forte-Tocco Scholarship	North Providence High School graduating senior(s) Cumberland High School graduating senior(s) Pursuing studies in education	North Providence High School (401) 233-1150 Cumberland High School (401) 658-2500
A l do Freda Legislative Pages Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Rhode Island Legislative Page Enrolled in college or university Financial need Scholastic achievement Good citizenship Award: $1,000 - $1,500 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
Fruit Hill Women’s Clubs Scholarship	North Providence High School graduating seniors	North Providence High School (401) 233-1150
Howard F. and Olga B. Gardiner Scholarship	Member or lineal descendant of Eastern Star—North Kingstown Martha Chapter No. 25	Eastern Star (401) 885-9814
Dominic Gencarelli Family Trust Scholarship	Attending Providence College Westerly High School graduate Pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree	Providence College (401) 865-2286
GFWC Women’s Club of South County Scholarship	Women 21 years or older Washington County, RI resident Obtain education or training to become self-supporting Preference given to highly motivated, low-income, single women with children	Email Daryl Anderson
Eric Ginsberg Memorial Scholarship	Graduating seniors of East Bridgewater High School (MA) Financial need Attending accredited college, university, or technical school Preference for students entering the medical field	East Bridgewater High School Guidance Secretary celliott@ebps.net
Hans E. Gwinner and Berta E. Gwinner Scholarship	Brown University students Bryant University students Providence College students Financial need High academic achievement	Brown (401) 863-2721 Bryant (401) 232-6020 FAFSA required Providence College (401) 865-2286
William S. Hamilton Fund	Brown University student Rhode Island College student Community College of RI student Hermon-Dekalb Central School (Dekalb Junction, NY) student Financial need	Brown (401) 863-2721 Rhode Island College (401) 456-9547 Community College of Rhode Island (401) 333-7150 Hermon–Dekalb (315) 347-4920
Elizabeth Haskell Fund	To Rhode Island Rainbow Girls Foundation, Inc. to support the Order’s scholarship fund	Rainbow Girls (401) 539-9025
Andrew R. Hoban Memorial Scholarship	University of Rhode Island incoming freshmen Participated on golf or basketball teams at North Kingstown High School Worked for North Kingstown Recreational Basketball League Past/present employees of Quidnessett Country Club, particularly caddies	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Dorothy H. W. Hunt—Clarence H. Philbrick Fund	To the Urban League of Rhode Island for worthy youth	Urban League (401) 351-5000 x144
Harry Itchkawich Memorial Scholarship	Westerly High School graduating seniors Ranked no higher than the 85th percentile	Westerly High School (401) 596-2148
JDM Scholarship	Graduating senior at RI School for the Deaf	Rhode Island School for the Deaf (401) 222-3525
Victoria Johnson Scholarship	For Rogers High School graduating seniors of African-American descent Financial need	Rogers High School Guidance Department (401) 847-6235 x2633
J ohnston Lions Armand Muto Scholarship	Graduating senior Johnston resident Attending a post-secondary educational institution Award: Amounts vary Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 26, 2013	Apply online
J ennie M. Kiernan Scholarship	Rhode Island residents of Blackstone Valley Financial need Award: $500 - $1,000 range One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 15, 2013	Apply online
Kiernan-Fallon Scholarship	Providence College student Studying for the Dominican priesthood or brotherhood	Providence College (401) 865-2875
King’s Daughters and Sons Scholarship	To the King's Daughters and Sons Scholarship Fund	Director, King’s Daughters and Sons (401) 596-3442
Katherine Bryer Krueger Scholarship	Rhode Island College students Majoring in music	Rhode Island College (401) 456-9547
Ladies Auxiliary Bristol Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship	Children of deceased/active members of the Ladies Auxiliary or Bristol Volunteer Fire Department; stepchildren ineligible Bristol resident High school senior Award: amounts vary One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 5, 2013	Apply online
L awrence, Allen, Singletary Scholarship	Hope High School or Central High School graduating senior(s) in good standing or renewal applicant Able to demonstrate financial need GPA of 2.75 or higher Participation in an organized local religious organization or group Demonstrate community and civic involvement, including volunteer activities Renewable Award: Amounts vary Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 1, 2013	Apply online
Helen L. LeGendre Scholarship	To Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center's "Met Dollars for Scholars" program Met School graduating senior Financial need For full- or part-time college tuition, post-secondary vocational training, or supplies and equipment for study	Met Dollars for Scholars Program (401) 752-2660
Robert H. Lenth Scholarship	Graduating senior(s) of Ponaganset High School Worthy student who will be attending post-secondary educational institution(s) Demonstrated commitment to local area community service, and neighborly concern for helping others	Ponaganset High School Guidance Director (401) 647-3377
Sarah and Harold Libby Scholarship	For college or graduate student pursuing music as a profession Financial need Student was active member of Chopin Student Musicians while in high school or currently an active member of Chopin Club	Chopin Club (401) 884-6931
Mario M. Libutti Memorial Scholarship	Brown University students Bryant University students University of Rhode Island students	Brown (401) 863-2721 Bryant (401) 232-6020 FAFSA required URI (401) 874-9500
James J. Longolucco Scholarship	Westerly High School graduate	Westerly High School (401) 596-2148
Michael F. Lovett Scholarship	North Smithfield High School graduate Resident of North Smithfield	North Smithfield High School (401) 769-5492
Raymond J. Loynds Scholarship	Graduating senior of Cumberland High School Pursuing studies in vocational trades or other technical field	Cumberland High School Guidance Counselor (401) 658-2600
Fordyce Remsen Lozier & Mary Williams Horr Lozier Scholarship	Sigma Chi fraternity members and their spouses Attending Brown University Undergraduate or graduate school level	Brown University Sports Foundation (401) 863-1900
Maria Lyssikatos Scholarship	Graduating senior who has completed six-year Greek School of the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Pawtucket	Assumption Greek Orthodox Church (401) 725-3127
MaGown-Roberts Scholarship	RI Air National Guards guardsmen and their families	(401) 267-3253
Cheryl Smith Mayhew Westerly High School Athletic Scholarship	Westerly High School student	Westerly High School (401) 596-2148
Charles E. and Agnes J. McCarthy Memorial Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Rogers High School who will attend college Financial need GPA of at least 3.0	Rogers High School Guidance Department (401) 847-6235
Anna Louise McInerney Fund	Providence resident	East Greenwich BPW (401) 884-5456
Gladys W. and Raymond W. Mellor Fund	To Harmony Lodge for scholarships	Joseph Healy, Harmony Lodge Scholarship Fund (401) 272-2510 x113
M JSA Education Foundation Jewelry Scholarship	National scholarship program for students pursuing jewelry-related curriculum Applicant need not be Rhode Island resident Award: $500 - $2,000 Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online
J. Harold Monroe, Jr. Scholarship	North Smithfield High School graduate Resident of North Smithfield	North Smithfield High School (401) 769-5492
Nora Wood Moore Memorial Scholarship	Graduating senior at Tiverton High School Financial need Pursuing post-secondary education outside of Rhode Island Achieved a reasonable level of academic excellence with a GPA of 3.0 or better	Tiverton High School Scholarship Coordinator (401) 624-6621
Al Morro Fund for Academic and Athletic Excellence	Recognition awards to outstanding Providence public high school student athletes Scholarships for outstanding student athletes attending Boston College	Hope High School Athletic Director (401) 456-9159 Central High School (401) 456-9111 Mount Pleasant High School (401) 278-0535 Boston College Athletic Development Office (617) 552-0772
Judy Morse Scholarship	To University of RI to provide professional education opportunities to practicing RI school psychologists through the RI School Psychology Association	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-4216
Mullaney Fund Scholarship	To St. Sebastian Parish (Providence, RI) for scholarships for students with need	St. Sebastian Parish (401) 751-0196
M ajor Jeremiah P. Murphy Scholarship	Children of active, retired, or deceased Providence police officers Attending post-secondary institutions offering two-year associate or four-year college degree Award: $1,000 - $2,500 range Previous winners may reapply Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 12, 2013	Apply online
Catherine T. Murray Scholarship	Rhode Island residents with significant disability seeking financial assistance for post-secondary education (academic, trade or vocational program). Award may be used for attainment of assistive/adaptive equipment or device to access such educational opportunity. Preference based on merit, financial need, and educational goal. Award: $1,000 Deadline: March 29, 2013	http://www.oscil.org/murray_scholarship.htm
TGHS ’82 Renee Tetreault Newell 9/11 Scholarship	Toll Gate High School student	Toll Gate (401) 737-3000
A lbert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship	Licensed RN seeking baccalaureate nursing degree Student enrolled in baccalaureate nursing program Student in diploma nursing program Student in two-year associate degree nursing program Preference given to Rhode Island residents Financial need Award: $500 - $2,000 Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 19, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for all three nursing scholarships (Albert and Florence Newton, Edward and Virginia Routhier, and Willard and Marjorie Scheibe) and apply for only one of the three nursing scholarships.
William Nicholas Scholarship	Graduating senior at Stonington High School (CT) Demonstrates record of all-around achievement	Stonington High School Guidance Director (860) 599-5781
North Providence High School Scholarship	North Providence High School graduating senior Planning to attend post-secondary educational institution	North Providence High School Guidance Director (401) 233-1150
North Providence High School Scholarship for Special Opportunity	Graduating special needs student(s) from North Providence High School Seeking post secondary education at a junior, community or four year college	North Providence High School Guidance Director (401) 233-1150
North Smithfield Class of 1971 Memorial Scholarship	North Smithfield High School graduate Financial need	North Smithfield High School (401) 769-5492
Daniel Patrick O'Neil Memorial Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Lincoln High School who will attend college Financial need Participated in band or chorus and demonstrated passion and commitment to music.	Lincoln High School Guidance Department (401) 334-7500, x. 1149
Mary and Pat O’Regan Scholarship	Rhode Island College student Preference given to current or previous resident of Chad Brown, Manton Heights, or Hartford Park public housing developments Preference given to applicant beginning college education	Rhode Island College (401) 456-9547
B ernard and Henrietta O'Rourke Scholarship	Lincoln, RI resident Financial need Renewable Award: up to $4,000 annually Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
John Raymond Parker, Jr. Memorial Scholarship	Rogers High School (Newport, RI) music student Majoring in music as undergraduate	Rogers High School Music Director (401) 847-6235
Pawtucket East High School Class of '42 Scholarship	Tolman High School graduating senior	Tolman High School Guidance Director (401) 729-6402
Pawtucket East High School Class of '48 Scholarship	Tolman High School graduating senior	Tolman High School Guidance Director (401) 729-6402
Petroleum Trust Scholarship	University of Rhode Island student Rhode Island resident	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Maria E. Pinheiro Memorial Scholarship	Graduating senior at East Providence High School Financial need Pursuing education at accredited two- or four-year institution Engaged in community service GPA of 2.0 or higher	East Providence High School Guidance Director (401) 435-7806
William ‘Billy’ Pityear Memorial Scholarship	Graduating senior of Westerly High School Pursuing culinary arts or emergency services	Westerly High School Guidance Director (401) 596-2148
Lawrence Poole, Jr. Scholarship	Scituate High School graduate Financial need GPA of 3.0 or higher	Scituate High School Guidance Director (401) 647-4108
Stevenson Brown Porter Scholarship	Brown University students Vermont Academy students Financial need Academically deserving	Brown University (401) 863-9262 Vermont Academy (802) 869-6200
Lori A. Poulin Memorial Scholarship	Tolman High School student	Tolman High School Guidance Director (401) 729-6402
Providence Technical High School Athletic Field Scholarship	University of Rhode Island student Graduate of college prep school in Rhode Island Financial need Scholastic standing Extracurricular activity	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
Mary C. Pucci Scholarship	To Westerly Hospital Auxiliary for individuals pursuing career in healthcare with focus on direct patient care	Westerly Hospital Auxiliary (401) 348-7029
R DW Group, Inc. Minority Scholarship for Communications	Rhode Island minority student Studying communications at the undergraduate or graduate level Award: approx. $2,000 Previous winners may reapply Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 26, 2013	Apply online
Edith Reall Memorial Scholarship	North Providence High School graduate	North Providence High School Guidance Director (401) 233-1150
Alice M. Remington Scholarship	Burrillville High School graduating senior with highest math GPA over four years	Burrillville High School Math Department Chair (401) 568-1310
Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship	Graduating high school senior Rhode Island resident Outstanding public service Award: $1,500 range One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 1, 2013	Apply online
Rhode Island Builders’ Association / Dagata Scholarship	Distributed on three-year rotation to: Rhode Island School of Design for architecture programs University of Rhode Island for civil or environmental engineering students New England Institute of Technology for building science technology students Resident of Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, or Eastern Connecticut Preference given to immediate family of members of Rhode Island Builders’ Association	Rhode Island School of Design (401) 454-6708 New England Institute of Technology (401) 467-7744 University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
R hode Island Commission on Women/Freda Goldman Education Award	To assist with transportation, child-care, tutoring, educational materials, and/or other support services Rhode Island women Pursuing education or job training beyond high school Preference given to highly motivated, self-supporting, low-income women completing first undergraduate degree or certificate program Award: $500 - $1,000 range Previous winners may reapply Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for the Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship and the Rhode Island Commission on Women/Freda Goldman Education Award, and apply for only one of the two scholarships. Qualified candidates will be considered for both awards.
E dward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship	Licensed RNs seeking baccalaureate or graduate nursing degree in Rhode Island Students enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program in Rhode Island Financial need Award: $500 - $3,000 range Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 19, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for all three nursing scholarships (Albert and Florence Newton, Edward and Virginia Routhier, and Willard and Marjorie Scheibe) and apply for only one of the three nursing scholarships.
Cheryl A. Ruggiero Scholarship	Women attending college Pursuing public accounting career Deadline: January 11, 2013	Denise Jacobson, RISCPA
Tom Russell Scholarship	Outstanding male/female graduating seniors from Hope High School Excellence in academics, athletics, character and leadership	Hope High School Athletic Director (401) 456-9159
Norton E. Salk Scholarship	Completed at least one academic year of architectural studies Enrolled in an accredited school in Rhode Island as an architectural major pursuing the study of architecture Financial need	Rhode Island AIA Architectural Forum execdir@aia-ri.org
Jacqueline Gage Sarles Memorial Scholarship	Barrington High School student(s)	Citizens Scholarship Foundation of Barrington (401) 831-0200
W illard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Pursuing LPN, RN or advanced nursing degree Financial need Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 19, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for all three nursing scholarships (Albert and Florence Newton, Edward and Virginia Routhier, and Willard and Marjorie Scheibe) and apply for only one of the three nursing scholarships.
Anthony J. Serio Scholarship	Westerly High School graduating senior B or C average Active in the community Planning to attend two- or four-year educational institution Business major	Westerly High School Guidance Department (401) 596-2148
Lance Corporal Matthew K. Serio Football Scholarship	Graduating senior(s) of North Providence High School Attending two- or four-year post-secondary educational institution Preference given to a student who played football Exemplary sportsmanship and team play Good school citizenship Strength of character	North Providence High School Guidance Department (401) 233-1150, x 3111
Dr. Sarkis M. and Mrs. Mary A. Shaghalian Scholarship	Providence College junior or senior Intending to pursue a career in dentistry	Providence College (401) 865-2286
Shippee Family Scholarship	Scituate High School highest ranking senior Attended Scituate schools for at least five years	Scituate High School Guidance Director (401) 647-4108
Friends of Smithfield Rotary Scholarship	Smithfield High School graduate Financial need Attending accredited college/university	Smithfield High School Guidance Director (401) 949-2050
Dianne B. Snyder Scholarship	Bishop Stang High School seniors Planning to study elementary/secondary education with the goal of teaching	Bishop Stang High School Guidance Director (508) 996-5602
Ella Soloveitzik Scholarship	Female graduate of Westerly High School Satisfactorily completed one year of study at URI	University of Rhode Island (401) 874-9500
L ily and Catello Sorrentino Memorial Scholarship	Student 25 years of age or older Pursuing an undergraduate degree in degree-conferring non-parochial institution in Rhode Island Financial need Preference given to first-time applicants Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 1, 2013	Apply online
Station Nightclub Fire Children’s Scholarship	Provides financial assistance to pre-enrolled dependent children of Station Nightclub victims or survivors Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	The Rhode Island Foundation (401) 427-4017
William Laverne Stillman and Elizabeth C. Stillman (Class of '33) Scholarship	To Westerly High School graduating senior(s) Financial need	Westerly High School (401) 596-2148
S tone Bridge Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship	Tiverton High School senior or Tiverton High School graduate Award: $250 -$1,000 range Renewable Accepted or enrolled in accredited post-secondary educational program (degree or certificate) Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 31, 2013	Apply online
B ruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Low-income single parents (men or women) Preference given to parents currently or previously receiving state aid or those who have been previously incarcerated Award: $1,500 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for the Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship and the Rhode Island Commission on Women/Freda Goldman Education Award, and apply for only one of the two scholarships. Qualified candidates will be considered for both awards.
M iss Swinburne Scholarship	Women living in Newport County Financial need Direct support of course fees/tuition assistance and/or assistance with support services directly linked to achievement of student’s educational goals Preference given to highly motivated women seeking further education or training to become self-supporting Graduate students ineligible Award: $1,000 - $2,000 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 12, 2013	Apply online
David D. Tarnapol Scholarship	Westerly High School graduating senior Stonington High School (CT) graduating senior	Westerly High School Guidance Department (401) 596-2148 Stonington High School (860) 599-5781
Michael E. Tellier Scholarship	To the Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland-Lincoln	Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland-Lincoln (401) 333-4850
Thorp Family Scholarship	Graduating senior(s) of North Attleboro High School (MA) Participated in any activity within the Pop Warner organization (football, cheerleading, etc.) Accepted to accredited post secondary educational program (college, trade school, technical school or certificate program).	North Attleboro High School Guidance Director (508) 643-2115
Agnes Meade Tramonti Memorial Scholarship	Cranston High School East student Financial need Attending post-secondary educational institutions	Cranston High School East Guidance Department (401) 270-8120
Raymond H. Trott Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Attending Rhode Island College Studying business Financial need	Rhode Island College (401) 456-9650
U nited Italian American Inc. Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Financial need Attending two- or four-year post-secondary educational institution Superior academic achievement Leadership in school and/or community Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
Urban League of RI Scholarship	To Urban League of RI for scholarship program	Urban League—Dir. of Education and Training (401) 351-5000
John Hanley and Margaret Hanley Van Orden Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Hope High School who will attend college Financial need	Hope High School (401) 456-9168
Dr. Stanley Van Wagner Memorial Scholarship	North Kingstown High School graduate Renewable up to four years	North Kingstown High School (401) 268-6236
Nondas Hurst Voll Scholarship	Single mother transitioning off public assistance Enrolled or planning to enroll in college certificate or degree program Rhode Island resident Financial need Deadline: April 19, 2013	To apply: Fund for Community Progress (401) 941-7100
Kevin B. Walsh Memorial Scholarship	Westerly High School graduating senior Financial need Attending University of Rhode Island	Westerly High School (401) 596-2148
Alice Ward Scholarship	25 years of age or older in freshman year Attending Gordon College Financial need Promise of achievement and leadership	Gordon College (978) 867-4005
Harold B. Werner Scholarship	To Rogers High School graduating senior who is black Attending college, vocational school, or other post-secondary educational institution Financial need Good academic standing Good character	Rogers High School Guidance Department (401) 847-6235, x 2633
Westerly College Club / Lois Hamilton Fontaine Scholarship	Resident of Charlestown, RI Resident of Hopkinton, RI Resident of Richmond, RI Resident of Westerly, RI Stonington or North Stonington (CT) Attending accredited post-secondary institutions	Westerly College Club website
Westerly Lions Club Scholarship	Graduating seniors at Westerly High School Attending accredited college or university Financial need	Westerly High School Guidance Department (401) 596-2148
Wood Memorial Scholarship	For scholarship aid for needy graduates of Cumberland High School, Cumberland, RI	Cumberland High School Guidance Department (401) 658-2600 x206
Sergeant Cornel Young, Jr. Scholarship	Providence public high school junior Planning to attend a post-secondary degree-conferring institution Nominated by high school guidance counselor Overcome a serious obstacle in academic path Award given upon graduation the following year, with proof of college acceptance Award: $1,000 range One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on March 15, 2013	Learn more

Scholarships for Graduate-Level Study

Name	Description	To Apply
James J. Burns and C.A. Haynes Textile Scholarship	Students studying textiles at accredited institution Financial need Award: $1,000 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
A nt onio Cirino Memorial Fellowship	Graduate student in Arts Education May not be a Rhode Island School of Design graduate or seeking a graduate degree from RISD Award: $2,000 to $10,000 range Renewable Financial need Rhode Island resident for five years prior to application submission History of involvement in the arts Intent to teach the arts Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on May 1, 2013	Learn more and access an application
Beatrice S. Demers Foreign Language Fellows	Rhode Island residents and anyone who is a student at a Rhode Island college or university who wishes to pursue foreign language study Undergraduate students, graduate students, professors, educators, or other residents of Rhode Island Awards: $1,000 - $25,000 range Deadline: noon (EST) on January 31, 2013	Additional information and to apply
Jack Fireman, D.O. Scholarship	For students from Rhode Island attending University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (Biddeford, ME) or Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Philadelphia, PA) Financial need Following a career path devoted to establishing a family practice in osteopathic medicine	University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (207) 221-4230 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (215) 871-6100
Aldo Freda Legislative Pages Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Rhode Island Legislative Page Enrolled in college or university Financial need Scholastic achievement Good citizenship Award: $1,000 - $1,500 range Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
Dominic Gencarelli Family Trust Scholarship	Westerly High School graduate Attending Providence College at the undergraduate or graduate school level	Providence College Financial Aid Director (401) 865-2286
Sarah and Harold Libby Scholarship	For college or graduate student pursuing music as a profession Financial need Student was active member of Chopin Student Musicians while in high school or currently an active member of Chopin Club	Chopin Club (401) 884-6931
Fordyce Remsen Lozier & Mary Williams Horr Lozier Scholarship	Preference to students who are members in good standing of the Sigma Chi fraternity attending Brown University and their spouses, whether undergraduate or graduate school	Brown University Sports Foundation (401) 863-1900
MJSA Education Foundation Jewelry Scholarship	National scholarship program for students pursuing jewelry-related curriculum Applicant need not be Rhode Island resident Award: $500 - $2,000 Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online
Catherine T. Murray Scholarship	Rhode Island residents with significant disability seeking financial assistance for post-secondary education (academic, trade or vocational program). Award may be used for attainment of assistive/adaptive equipment or device to access such educational opportunity. Preference based on merit, financial need, and educational goal. Award: $1,000 Deadline: March 29, 2013	http://www.oscil.org/murray_scholarship.htm
Selma and Arthur Newman Scholarship	Attending Rhode Island College Rhode Island resident Pursuing a Masters in Social Work Preference to Pawtucket residents	Rhode Island College (401) 456-8105
Bernard and Henrietta O'Rourke Scholarship Fund	Lincoln, RI resident Financial need Renewable Award: up to $4,000 annually Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 3, 2013	Apply online
RDW Group, Inc. Minority Scholarship for Communications	To support Rhode Island minority students pursuing course of study in communications at the undergraduate or graduate level Award: approx. $2,000 Previous winners may reapply Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 26, 2013	Apply online
Edward J. and Virginia M. Routhier Nursing Scholarship	Licensed RNs seeking baccalaureate or graduate nursing degree in Rhode Island Students enrolled in a baccalaureate nursing program in Rhode Island Financial need Award: $500 - $3,000 range Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 19, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for all three nursing scholarships (Albert and Florence Newton, Edward and Virginia Routhier, and Willard and Marjorie Scheibe) and apply for only one of the three nursing scholarships.
Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship	Rhode Island resident Pursuing LPN, RN or advanced nursing degree Financial need Renewable Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on April 19, 2013	Apply online Students should carefully review the criteria for all three nursing scholarships (Albert and Florence Newton, Edward and Virginia Routhier, and Willard and Marjorie Scheibe) and apply for only one of the three nursing scholarships.
M arilynne Graboys Wool Scholarship	Women Financial need Rhode Island residents Plan to attend graduate school to attain a law degree at an accredited institution Award: $2,000 range One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on June 14, 2013	Apply online

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Scholarships for Middle School-Level Study

Other Scholarship and Fellowship Opportunities

Name	Description	To Apply
Beatrice S. Demers Foreign Language Fellows	Rhode Island residents and anyone who is a student at a Rhode Island college or university who wishes to pursue foreign language study Undergraduate students, graduate students, professors, educators, or other residents of Rhode Island Awards: $1,000 - $25,000 range Deadline: noon (EST) on January 31, 2013	Additional information and to apply
P atricia W. Edwards Memorial Art Scholarship	For further education of young Rhode Island artists (high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors) to support the cost of registering for an art class (up to $425) at a Rhode Island institution Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on March 4, 2013	Apply online
Frank and Anne Fiorenzano Scholarship	To the Golf Foundation of RI for scholarships to the Button Hole short course teaching center for children in need of financial assistance	Golf Foundation (401) 421-1664
Alan Fox Fund for the Music School	To the Music School of the RI Philharmonic Orchestra to provide scholarships to needy students	Music School (401) 248-7070
Peter M. Keefe Junior Golf Memorial Scholarship	To the Golf Foundation of RI for scholarships to the Button Hole short course teaching center for children in need of financial assistance	Golf Foundation (401) 421-1664
MacColl Johnson Fellowships	Provides artist fellowships, rotating among composers. writers, and visual artists; 2013 awards are for visual artists Up to three $25,000 fellowships per year Deadline: September 6, 2013	Additional information and to apply.
Michael P. Metcalf Memorial Scholarship	To encourage personal growth through travel, study, and public service programs for college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors Five-year Rhode Island residency requirement prior to application For educational enrichment outside the classroom, not tuition Award: Numerous awards of up to $5,000 One-time award Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on January 17, 2014	Learn more and access an application
Norton E. Salk Scholarship Fund	Completed at least one academic year of architectural studies Enrolled in an accredited school in Rhode Island as an architectural major pursuing the study of architecture Financial need	Rhode Island AIA Architectural Forum execdir@aia-ri.org
Bridget Sanetti Memorial Scholarship	To Hillside Alternative Program	Action Based Enterprises (401) 767-5959

Name	Description	To Apply
Richard N. Carr Memorial Scholarship	To Bishop Hendricken High School for students from elementary parochial schools in Warwick who are in need of financial assistance to attend Bishop Hendricken High School	Bishop Hendricken (401) 738-6971
Stevenson Brown Porter Scholarship	Vermont Academy students Financial need Academically deserving	Vermont Academy (802) 869-6200
Earlene and Albert Potter Scholarship	To Lincoln School for tuition assistance for talented, academically-capable, minority students in grades 9-12 who demonstrate leadership potential and motivation	Lincoln School (401) 331-9696
Geraldine Tower Scholarship	Rocky Hill School student St. George's School student Moses Brown School student	Rocky Hill (401) 884-9070 St. George’s (401) 842-6736 Moses Brown (401) 831-7350, x 195

Name	Description	To Apply
Community Preparatory School Scholarship	Community Prep School students	Community Prep School (401) 521-9696
Horace and Reverend E. Naomi Craig Scholarship	Middle school students, grades 6-8, who wish to attend an independent or parochial school Applicants currently in 5th, 6th or 7th grade are eligible to apply with proof of acceptance to an accredited school Preference given to students from Sheldon Street Church community, regardless of address, or Providence’s Fox Point neighborhood Award: $2,000 range Renewable up to three years Deadline: 5 p.m. (EST) on February 15, 2013	Apply online You will be asked to attach the financial information worksheet to your application. The teacher recommendation form should be completed and emailed or mailed by a teacher of the applicant.
Helena Cullen and Anita Cinq-Mars Awards	To St. Cecilia School (Pawtucket, RI) for a needy student in grades K-8 whose family demonstrates a commitment to Christian life and service	St. Cecilia School (401) 722-1101

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