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About.Com Financial Aid/Scholarship Resources for Business Students
http://businessmajors.about.com/library/weekly/aa122799a.htm
Advice and a compilation of resources from About.Com Last revised Dec. 27, 1999.
(Last checked 03/27/08)

Accounting Scholarships
http://www.free-4u.com/newpage1.htm
Courtesy of Scholarship News.
(Last checked 03/27/08)

Alumni and Friends of the London School of Economics in the United States
http://www.aflse.org/scholarships.html?PHPSESSID=ec2f39e62dc6704951d4668509e465ab
Application deadline: February
he Alumni and Friends of the London School of Economics in the United States (AFLSE) awards at least one scholarship each year to an American citizen or permanent resident of the United States for one year of graduate study at the London School of Economics. The scholarship covers tuition costs up to the minimum overseas graduate program fees (currently £11,442). Selection of scholarship recipients is based on academic merit and financial need, with no restrictions as to age, field of study, or degree being sought. The scholarship is available to students attending the LSE for the first time in 2005 or who previously have enrolled in LSE summer school programs only; current and former LSE students are not eligible to apply.
The AFLSE does not have a separate scholarship application. To be considered for the scholarship, prospective students must first apply for admission to the LSE. The LSE will identify candidates who are eligible to apply for the AFLSE scholarship through the Graduate Merit Awards selection process. U.S. citizens and permanent residents who receive Graduate Merit Awards may apply for the AFLSE scholarship by checking the relevant box on the Graduate Support Scheme application.
(Last checked 03/27/08)

American Accounting Association
Grants and Funding Sources
http://aaahq.org/facdev/research/grants.htm
Current listings include:

  • Research Opportunities in Internal Auditing
  • KPMG's and the University of Illinois' s Business Measurement and Research Program
  • Technology Grant News
  • Corporate Grantmakers on the Internet
  • Financial Executives Research Foundation (FERF)
  • The Foundation Center
  • The Fulbright Scholar Program
  • Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)
  • MIDAS Databases of Funding Sources
  • National Council of University Research Administrators
  • Private Foundations on the Internet
  • Society of Research Administrators (SRA) GrantsWeb
  • Texas Research Administrators Group (TRAM)
  • U.S. Department of Education Funding Opportunities
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAA)
    Multicultural Advertising Intern Program (MAIP)
    http://www.aaaa.org/diversity/
    This award is designed to support African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic-American, and Native-American college students majoring in advertising, marketing, communication, liberal arts, English, or who are able to demonstrate a strong desire to pursue career in advertising. Applicants must be citizen or U.S. permanent resident currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program. Visit the web page for additional information on the Intership Program.
    Also listed under Grants for Individuals - Minorities, Business, Internships.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Association of Advertising Agencies Foundation
    Scholarships
    http://www.aaaa.org/diversity/foundation/funds.htm
    Under the scholarship program, the Foundation works with scholarship selection committees from selected post-graduate creative portfolio schools to identify qualified aspiring art directors and copywriters from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Scholarship winners receive financial assistance, usually over a two-year period.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Business Women's Association (ABWA)
    Seven Islands Charter Chapter (Grand Ledge)
    Stephen Bufton Memorial Education Fund
    http://www.grand-ledge.com/pdf/organizations.pdf
    To be eligible for the $2000 scholarship, candidates must be citizens of the U.S. and residents of Michigan; college freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors or graduate students in August; and attending or accepted at an accredited college or university authorized to confer degrees at least at the baccalaureate level or higher. They must have acheived a cumulative grade-point average of 3.2 or better on a 4.0 scale.
    To be eligible for the $1000 scholarship, candidates must be citizens of the U.S. and residents of Michigan; in the first- or second-year level of college in August; and attending or accepted at a licensed or accredited vocational or community college authorized to confer degrees at least at the associate level. They must have acheived a cumulative grade-point average of 3.2 or better on a 4.0 scale.
    To receive an application for either scholarship, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Seven Islands Charter Chapter, Cami Pendell, 328 E. Jefferson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837; applications must be submitted by March 31.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation
    http://www.ahlef.org/
    Deadline: April 1
    The purpose of the AH&LEF scholarship programs is to support the educational development of students pursuing an undergraduate degree in hospitality management. All eligible students must be enrolled in hospitality management programs (i.e., hotel administration, hotel/restaurant management, culinary arts, travel and tourism administration). A total of $440,000 was distributed to 314 students for the 2002 academic year through the following scholarship programs:

  • Annual Scholarship Grant Program
  • Arthur J. Packard Memorial Scholarship
  • Hyatt Hotels Fund for Minority Lodging Management
  • The Rama Scholarship for the American Dream
  • Pepsi Scholarship
  • The AAA Five Diamond Hospitality Scholarship
  • American Express Scholarship
  • Ecolab Scholarship
  • Lodging Management Program
  • IAHI Scholarship Program
    Many of the Foundation's scholarship programs require school nominations before the student can be considered for an award. The Annual Scholarship Grant Program, the Rama Scholarship for the American Dream, AAA Five Diamond Scholarship, and the Pepsi Scholarships require the schools to select the student recipients. The Packard and Hyatt scholarship competitions require students to be nominated by their respective schools to enter the competitions. Applications for these programs must be obtained through the participating school dean's office.
    Individual students can apply directly to the American Express, Ecolab, Lodging Management Program (LMP), and IAHI scholarship programs without nomination from their dean's office. Applicants do not need to attend an AH&LEF-affiliated hospitality management program. However, the American Express and IAHI scholarships require applicants to be employed at hotels with certain association memberships. The LMP scholarships are exclusively for high school graduates of the LMP program.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
    Accounting Scholarships and Awards
    http://ceae.aicpa.org/Resources/Scholarships+and+Awards/
    Additional sources
    State CPA Association Sponsored Scholarships
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
    John L. Carey Scholarships
    http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/jlcs.htm
    This scholarship program provides financial assistance to liberal arts degree holders pursuing graduate studies in accounting. These awards are intended to encourage liberal arts undergraduates to consider professional accounting careers. The amount of the scholarship is $5,000 for one year and is renewable for an additional year of study provided satisfactory scholastic progress is maintained. Recipients of Carey Scholarships are not precluded from accepting other scholarships or awards.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
    Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students
    http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/smas.htm
    For the purpose of this program, the AICPA defines minority students as those of Black, Native American/Alaskan Native, or Pacific Island races, or of Hispanic ethnic origin. The scholarships are competitive, merit- and need-based awards of up to $5,000 for outstanding accounting students who, in the opinion of the Institute's Selection Committee, show significant potential to become certified public accountants. All applicants must be U.S. citizens.
    Also listed under Grants for Individuals -- minorities, business
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
    http://www.acfe.com/membership/rjennings.asp
    Through the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners supports the education of collegiate accounting and criminal justice students who may become Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs) in the future. A number of $1,000 scholarships for full-time undergraduate or graduate students majoring in accounting are awarded on the basis of: (1)overall academic achievement demonstrated by notarized transcripts (2) three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a Certified Fraud Examiner or a local CFE Chapter, plus additional recommendations from faculty members or academic advisor (3) an original essay of at least 250 words explaining why the applicant deserves the scholarship and (4) how the awareness of fraud will affect his or her professional career development.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting
    formerly called the American Association of Hispanic Certified Public Accountants
    Student Scholarships
    http://www.alpfa.org/
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Business and Professional Women Foundation
    Career Advancement Scholarship Program
    http://www.bpwusa.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3381
    The BPW Foundation created the Career Advancement Scholarship Program to award financial assistance to disadvantaged women who want to further their education. Scholarships are provided to women who wish to advance in their career, or will soon enter or re-enter the workforce. The Foundation has awarded almost $5 million in scholarships, research grants, and loans since 1969.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Business and Professional Women Foundation
    Career Advancement Scholarships
    http://www.bpwusa.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3381#recipients
    Deadline: April 15
    The Business and Professional Women's Foundation promotes equity for working women through education, information, and research. The foundation provides financial assistance to women seeking additional education to advance in their careers or re-enter the workforce, and also collects, conducts, and analyzes research on issues affecting women in the workplace. Applicants must be women 25 years of age or older. They also must be officially accepted into an accredited program or course of study at a U.S. institution (includes institutions in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands) and must be graduating within 12 to 24 months from the date of grant. Applicants must also demonstrate critical need for financial assistance. Visit the Business and Professional Women's Foundation Web site for more information or contact: BPW Foundation, ATTN: Scholarships, 2012 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20036; Tel: (202) 293-1200 ext. 169.
    Also listed under Business.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Business Grants Available from the U.S. Government
    Posted in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA)
    http://12.46.245.173/pls/portal30/CATALOG.FUNCTIONAL_AREA_RPT1.show
    Click on Business and Commerce.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    BusinessSchools.com
    Financial Aid for Business Students
    http://www.businessschools.com/financial-aid/
    This web page has a helpful list of hundreds of financial aid options available to students studying business.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
    George A. Gecowets Graduate Scholarship
    http://cscmp.org/AboutCSCMP/Inside/Award.asp#Graduate
    Each year, CSCMP's George A. Gecowets Graduate Scholarship Program awards $2,000 scholarships to students based solely on merit (academic achievement, work experience, and leadership) rather than on financial need. The purpose of this scholarship program is to make high-potential students aware of the tremendous opportunities and challenges that await them in a career in logistics management. To be eligible, you must be a senior at an accredited four-year college or university, or already be enrolled in the first year of a logistics-related graduate program. Click here for detailed information and to download an application.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    DECA: Developing Future Leaders in Marketing, Management, and Entrepreneurship
    http://www.deca.org/schol.html
    Additional possibilities
    DECA's scholarship program provides over $250,000 in scholarships at the International Career Development Conference each year. More than 50 corporations, provide scholarships through the DECA Scholarship Program. DECA Inc. administers the program based on guidelines set by the donor. DECA scholarships are strictly merit based.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Deloitte Foundation
    http://www.deloitte.com/dtt/section_node/0%2C1042%2Csid%25253D2257%2C00.html
    The Deloitte Foundation, funded by Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, is a not-for-profit organization that supports accounting, business and related fields of study within the U.S. Its national programs benefit university students and faculty and promote excellence in teaching and research, curriculum innovation, and cooperation among practitioners and the academic community. It funds the Deloitte Doctoral Fellowship Program, Trueblood Seminars for Professors, Matching Gifts Program and many other higher education initiatives.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Diversity Pipeline Alliance
    http://www.diversitypipeline.org/
    A comprehensive resource for African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Native Americans interested in pursuing business and management studies. You'll find information about MBA programs, financial aid, internships and business careers.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting Scholarships
    http://www.efwa.org/scholarships.htm
    The Educational Foundation awards scholarships to women who are pursuing accounting degrees at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Current programs include:

  • Laurels Fund – The Laurels Fund provides one-year academic scholarships for women who are pursuing a Ph.D. in accounting. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $5,000 each.
  • Women in Transition – The “Women in Transition” Scholarship was established in 1990 to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Educational Foundation. The Board of Trustees designated this fund for scholarship awards to women returning to school to earn a bachelor’s degree in accounting. This scholarship is renewable annually upon satisfactory completion of course requirements.
  • Women in Need Scholarship – Available to women in their third, fourth, or fifth year of academic pursuit who need the financial support to complete their degrees. This 2-year, $2,000 per year scholarship is renewable annually upon satisfactory completion of course requirements.
  • Undergraduate Scholarships – The Educational Foundation also funds undergraduate scholarship awards administered by the American Society of Women Accountants. In fiscal year 2002, $22,000 was awarded. For more information, please visit the web site at www.aswa.org to view the chapter directory. Applicants will need to contact their local chapter to find out about scholarships.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Electronic Document Systems Foundation
    http://www.edsf.org/scholarships.cfm
    EDSF scholarships are awarded to full-time students who are committed to pursuing a career in document communications and/or in the enterprise content management marketplace. These careers may include: Computer Science & Engineering, Graphic & Media Communications, and Business in the document communications industry. The EDSF scholarship awards program was established to recognize and support the vital role that education plays in the success of electronic document communication companies worldwide. EDSF scholarships are awarded to qualified students who are preparing for careers in this growing and dynamic industry. A minimum of 30 scholarships are available each year.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Equipment Leasing & Financing Foundation
    http://www.leasefoundation.org/
    For more than 15 years, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation has supported ongoing research within the equipment lease financing industry. The Foundation works directly with industry consultants and academics to conduct research. Annually, the Foundation provides research grants for approved studies.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Government Finance Officers Association
    Scholarship Opportunities
    http://www.gfoa.org/services/scholarships.shtml
    Describes Daniel B. Goldberg Scholarship, Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship, George A. Nielsen Public Investor Scholarship, Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship, Public Employee Retirement Research and Administration Scholarship.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Grants.gov : Current Federal Funding Opportunities for Science
    http://www.grants.gov/search/category.do
    Note: Select business and commerce as funding activity category.
    (Last checked 03/31/06)

    Huebner Foundation
    Doctoral Fellowships in Insurance Education
    http://www.huebnergeneva.org/huebner/fellowships.php
    Deadline : Jan. 15
    The purpose of the Foundation is to strengthen insurance education at the collegiate level by increasing the number of professors specializing in insurance. Doctoral Fellowship grants cover tuition and other fees of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and provide an annual stipend of $20,000. Fellowships are granted for a period of one academic year and are renewable on evidence of satisfactory progress for up to four years.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Inroads Minority Internship Program
    http://www.inroads.org/interns/internWhatItTakes.jsp
    The mission of INROADS is to develop and place talented minority youth in business and industry and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS seeks high performing African American, Hispanic, and Native American Indian students for internship opportunities with some of the nation's largest companies. Our rigorous career development training process will challenge you to commit to excellence and raise the bar on your personal expectations.
    Also listed under Grants for Individuals - Business, Internships, Minorities.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Institute of Management Accountants
    Scholarships
    http://www.imanet.org/membership_helping_student_scholarships.asp
    IMA sponsors a variety of scholarship programs to help students offset the high cost of education. These include the IMA Memorial Education Fund and Stuart Cameron and Margaret McLeod Memorial Scholarships. In addition, IMA’s Foundation for Applied Research offers a research grant program for doctoral students who are pursuing research in the area of management accounting.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    International Furnishings and Design Association Educational Foundation
    http://www.ifdaef.org/scholarships.html
    Students who have completed no less than one semester of post-secondary school can apply. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on the applicant's achievements; awards and accomplishments; future plans and goals; and a letter of recommendation from a design educator, a mentor, or a practitioner in the field.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    James S. Kemper Foundation, see Kemper Foundation
    John and Elizabeth Whiteley Foundation, see Whiteley Foundation

    KPMG Foundation PhD Project
    http://www.phdproject.com/index.html
    African-American, Hispanic-American, and Native American accounting or information systems doctoral students in a full-time, accredited program are eligible for scholarships of up to $10,000. Awards are renewable for up to five years. Send e-mail to fmcdonald@kpmg.com
    for more information.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    LaGrant Foundation
    http://www.lagrantfoundation.org/
    Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a member of one of the following ethnic groups: African American, Asian Pacific American, Hispanic or Native American. Applicant must also be a full-time student at a four-year, accredited institution, carrying a total of 12 units or more per semester/quarter. Applicant must have a minimum of 2.75 GPA* and MUST major in a field of study that has an emphasis on public relations, marketing or advertising or must minor in communications with desire to pursue a career in public relations, marketing or advertising.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Maria Padilla-Orasel, see Padilla-Orasel

    Michigan Accountancy Foundation Scholarship
    http://www.michcpa.org/Content/16284.aspx
    Deadline: January 15
    Each year, the Michigan Accountancy Foundation (MAF) awards scholarships to deserving accounting students attending Michigan's colleges and universities. The MAF provides this scholarship program to assist current college accounting majors in funding their fifth/graduate year; accounting majors in their senior year are encouraged to apply. If you have any additional questions regarding the scholarship, please contact the Michigan Association of CPAs at (248) 267-3700.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Michigan Minority Business Development Council
    http://www.mmbdc.com/html/home.htm
    Deadline: May 27
    The MMBDC is a privately funded, minority business development organization, whose primary goal and responsibility is to facilitate successful business relationships between minority business enterprises and Corporations that lead to increased procurement for mbes. The program awards scholarships of $2000 each, to ten students annually, and will provide each with an internship opportunity.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Michigan Retailers Foundation
    Scholarships
    http://www.retailers.com/eduandevents/foundscholarships.html
    Affiliated with the Michigan Retailers Association
    Awards scholarships to undergraduates studying marketing and management and to association member's children. Not required to file an annual return with the IRS because its income is less than $25,000. It is a 501(c)(03) public charity. Bonus: State News article about scholarships.
    Also listed under Local Area Funders.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Michigan State University
    Broad School of Business
    Department of Accounting and Information Systems Scholarships
    http://www.bus.msu.edu/acc/scholarships.html
    The Department of Accounting and Information Systems grants thousands of dollars each year to MSU graduate and undergraduate accounting students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    NASDAQ Stock Market Educational Foundation, Inc.
    http://www.nasdaq.com/services/education_initiatives.stm
    The NASDAQ Educational Foundation seeks grants proposals that advance its mission of financial markets literacy through: Educational projects or programs, University campus trading labs, Curriculum development, Academic study or research, or Ph.D. dissertation fellowships.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    National Black MBA Association Scholarship Programs
    http://www.nbmbaa.org/scholarship_programs.cfm
    Undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students can benefit from the approximately $200,000 in scholarship awards that are distributed each year. In addition, the NBMBAA chapters conduct local scholarship programs, awarding funding to students in their area.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    National Society of Accountants (NSA) Scholarship Foundation
    http://www.nsacct.org
    http://www.nsacct.org/foundation.asp
    Deadline: March 10
    Students majoring in accounting with a “B” or better grade point average, who are undergraduate students and U.S., or Canadian citizens are eligible. For more information and applications contact the NSA Scholarship Foundation at 1010 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314-1574 or telephone (703) 549-6400.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)
    http://www.nshmba.org/scholarships.asp
    The NSHMBA and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) have partnered to provide financial resources to assist outstanding Latinos pursuing Master's Degrees in management/business. The scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis to full-time and part-time Master's degree-seeking graduate students. Awards will range from $2,500 to $5,000 with one $10,000 scholarship.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Padilla-Orasel Scholarship Opportunity for Women in Microenterprise
    http://www.microenterpriseworks.org/projects/scholarships/mpoaward.htm
    Maria Padilla-Orasel, a well-respected individual in the microenterprise development community was committed to increasing leadership opportunities among minority women. In her honor and memory, the Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) established the Maria Padilla-Orasel Scholarship Fund. The Scholarship provides an opportunity for women in the microenterprise development field to attend the AEO Annual Conference. To learn more about the scholarship, to contribute to the fund or to apply, please visit the AEO Website.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Rising Farmworker Dream Fund
    http://www.risingfarmworkers.org/scholarships.php
    Deadline : June 1, 2008
    The Rising Farmworker Dream Fund is proud to announce its second annual Pre-MBA Fellowship program. The award is intended to encourage the sons and daughters of farmworkers to purse MBA degrees and in turn, develop more leaders who will channel resources to the U.S. farmworking community. Two categories of awards will be given in 2008:
    1) Pre-MBA Fellowship Award--for students applying for an MBA in 2008 (expected graduation 2011)
    2) MBA Preparation Fellowship Award--for college Juniors & Seniors interested in pursuing an MBA within 5 years
    We encourage students to apply as early as possible since some of the awards will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Saludos.com - Business Scholarships
    http://www.saludos.com/educationpavilion/scholarships/bizshl.html
    Scholarship, grant, and internship listings and resources for minority students interested in pursuing a career in business.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Scholarships, Fellowships, and Postdoctoral Awards:
    Architecture, Accounting, Arts and Humanities, Interior Design, Liberal Arts, Planning, Religion
    http://scholarships.fatomei.com/scholar4.html
    A compilation of resources by Francisco Alberto Tomei Torres, Ph.D.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Scholarships, Fellowships, and Postdoctoral Awards in Media Communications
    http://scholarships.fatomei.com/scholar12.html
    A compilation of resources by Francisco Alberto Tomei Torres, Ph.D. Covers Advertising, Communications, Filmmaking, Journalism, Marketing, Motion Pictures, Print, Radio, Television, Writing.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Society for Actuaries
    Scholarships for Students
    http://www.beanactuary.org/counselors/scholarships.cfm
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    State Farm Doctoral Dissertation Awards Program
    http://www.statefarm.com/foundati/doctoral.htm
    The Doctoral Dissertation Award is designed to stimulate research and development of new knowledge in the fields of insurance and business, and to increase the number of qualified teachers of insurance and business at U.S. colleges and universities. Each winner receives a $10,000 research grant. Each winner's graduate institution also receives a grant of $3,000. Dissertation awards are given in two categories: (1) Business and (2) Insurance and risk management
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    State Farm Company Foundation Grants and Awards Page
    http://www.statefarm.com/foundati/foundati.htm
    The following types of grants for colleges and universities will be considered by the Foundation for designated Priority Schools:

  • Insurance studies, actuarial science, and business and related fields
  • University scholarships and leadership training
  • Financial services centers that offer course work and resources to students and professionals in the financial services arena.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute, Inc. Scholarships
    http://www.tlmi.com/
    A $5,000 a year scholarship may be awarded to a sophomore or junior attending a 4 year accredited college or university on a full-time basis during their junior or senior year that can demonstrate interest in entering the tag and label industry. Major course work should include those courses which are appropriate for the tag and label manufacturing industry. (Such as: management, sales/marketing, graphic arts, graphic design, production.)
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    University of Minnesota
    Morris Grants Development Office
    Granting Opportunities: Management/Economics
    http://www.mrs.umn.edu/~grants/mgmt.shtml
    Identifies funding opportunities gleaned from SPIN and COS.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
    Dissertation Award
    http://www.upjohninst.org/dissert.html
    The Institute supports and conducts policy-relevant research on employment- and unemployment-related issues. The dissertation award further pursues this mission. The dissertation may come from any academic discipline, but it must have a substantial policy thrust. Dissertations will be evaluated by a panel of economists using the following criteria: Policy relevance; Technical quality of the research; Potential impact on real-world problems; Presentation. A first prize of $2,000 is being offered. Up to two honorable mention awards of $750 may also be given.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
    2008 Grant Program
    http://www.upjohninstitute.org/grantann.html
    The Upjohn Institute invites submission of proposals to conduct policy-relevant research on employment issues under our 2008 Grant Program. We expect to fund research on a variety of issues related to employment policy and economic development. The Institute awards both Research Grants and Mini-Grants. For Research Grants, the maximum funding amount is $75,000. For Mini-Grants, the maximum funding amount is $5,000. The deadline to apply for a Research Grant is February 1, 2008. Applications for Mini-Grants are due April 11, 2008.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    W. E. Upjohn, see Upjohn

    Whiteley Foundation (John and Elizabeth)
    http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/privloc.htm#whiteley
    Provides scholarships to students pursuing an education in business whose parents reside in Ingham County. During the year ending 12/31/99, 15 grants totaling $20,500 were given out to individuals, ranging from $5000 to $1000. More information is available on Foundation Grants to Individuals on CD-ROM.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce
    Cathy Ellsworth Memorial Scholarship
    http://www.webbervilleschools.org/secondary/studentservices/
    Two scholarships in the amount of $2000 are available to one Webberville High School and one Williamston High School senior planning to pursue a business-oriented degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Application forms are available at the corresponsding high school guidance offices. Source: Lansing State Journal, March 15, 2006, p.3B.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Zonta International
    Jane M. Klausman
    Women in Business Scholarships
    http://www.zonta.org/site/PageServer?pagename=zi_issues_programs_klausman_application
    Women of any nationality pursuing undergraduate business degrees who demonstrate outstanding potential in the field are eligible to apply. Requirements include:
    (1) Have achieved an outstanding academic record during the first two-three years of academic studies.
    (2) Demonstrate intent to complete a program in business and show outstanding achievement in business-related subjects, as recorded on the official university/college/institute transcript.
    (3) Be eligible to enter the third or fourth year of an under-graduate degree program at an accredited university/ college/institute program at the time funds are received from Zonta International Headquarters in November.
    The scholarship award of US$5,000 may be used for tuition, books or living expenses at any university, college or institution offering accredited business courses and degrees.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)


    Databases

    Community of Science Funding Opportunities Database
    On campus access
    Off campus access using EZ Proxy Server
    Michigan State university faculty, staff, and students can identify additional funding opportunities by searching this database. Select Main Search and then type in the academic discipline of your choice in the "All Fields" box.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Foundation Grants to Individuals Online (Main Library Access Only)
    http://gtionline.fdncenter.org/ipl.php
    Includes descriptions of more than 6,000 foundations and public charities that fund individual grantseekers, and is searchable by nine different criteria. Records provide contact information, financial data, application information, and program descriptions, with links to more than 500 foundation Web sites. Updated quarterly.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    GrantSelect
    http://72.3.247.11/gs/cgi-bin/welcome.pl
    GrantSelect is the online version of the GRANTS Database containing over 10,000 funding opportunities provided by over 3,400 sponsoring organizations. Michigan State university faculty, staff, and students can identify additional funding opportunities by searching this database.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    MSU Scholarship Search
    https://scholendow.ais.msu.edu/student/ScholSearch.Asp
    MSU offers a wide variety of scholarships, some of which have criteria which severely limit the number of students who might be eligible for the scholarship, while others have much broader criteria. This facility should help you find those MSU scholarships for which you might be eligible. You can search either by unit (College/Department) within the University or by criteria such as major/specialization, Michigan county of permanent residence, high school, or study abroad.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    Cornell University
    Graduate School Funding Database
    http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/?p=132
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    ENotes Scholarships and Loans Directory
    http://college.enotes.com/scholarships-loans/
    Covers over 4,200 scholarships by type of school, gender, field of study and special recipient criteria. Or you can browse by state/province with the links on the left. Our database contains a total of 7,200 scholarships, grants, loans, prizes and fellowships.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    FastWeb
    http://www.fastweb.com/.
    If you have access to the world wide web and are willing to fill in the online forms, this service promises a free customized list of financial aid sources. FastWeb is actually a searchable database of more than 400,000 private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants, and loans from more than 3,000 sources for all levels of higher education. First-time visitors have to register (first and last name and a user ID), then complete a profile, including background and fields of study. Registrants then receive a list of all currently relevant funding sources. The registration information is stored and can be used on subsequent visits. The entire sign-up process, and delivery of available funding sources, can be a bit tedious: about five to twenty minutes, depending on the connection speed. Approximately 500 new scholarships are added to the database daily, so registrants can stay current. Provided courtesy of Financial Aid Information Page and Student Services, Inc. created by Mark Kantrowitz and sponsored by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)

    FundSource: A Search Tool for Research Funding in the Behavioral and Social Sciences
    http://www.decadeofbehavior.org/fundsource/
    FundSource is a tool designed to help behavioral and social scientists find research funding. It has been designed to be specific to behavioral and social science research, freely available with no subscription costs, and responsive to your needs and feedback. The FundSource database includes short descriptions; contact information; and web links to programs in federal agencies, foundations, and international organizations that fund behavioral and social science research. Academic disciplines covered include: anthropology, archaeology, area/population studies, communication, criminology, economics, education, geography, linguistics/psychology, planning/policy studies, political science, psychology, public affairs, socio/legal studies, and sociology.
    (Last checked 03/27/08)


    Books

    Note: Individuals looking for money to help finance a business may find Grants for Nonprofits: Business and Economic Development more useful.

    The books mentioned on this page are available for public use in the Michigan State University Libraries. If you are unable to visit our library, consider visiting a Foundation Center Cooperating Collection in your home state or a local public library in your home town. If the books are not available there, ask about interlibrary loan or visit a local bookstore to find out whether they can be purchased.

    How to Pay for Your Degree in Business and Related Fields. Gail A. Schlachter and R. David Weber. El Dorado Hills, Ca. : Reference Service Press, biennial. Funding Center (1 East) LB2338 .H693 2007/2009
    Billions of dollars are available to support students who are interested in working on a degree in business or a related field, including finance, banking, accounting, industrial relations, sales, economics, marketing, and personnel administration. How can you get your share? It's never been easier. Turn to How to Pay for Your Degree in Business & Related Fields, a new guide from Reference Service Press. Here, in one place, you'll find detailed descriptions of the more than 500 scholarships, fellowships, loans, grants, and awards established specifically for students working on a 2-year, 4-year, master's, or doctoral degree in a business field.
    2002/2004 edition also available.

    Pratt's Guide to Venture Capital Sources. N.Y.: Baker & McKenzie, annual. Gast Business Library HG65 .G83 ed. 26, 2002
    Sections include: Background on venture capital, how to raise venture capital, sources of business development financing, and of course an extensive directory.

    Raising Money in Less than Thirty Days : A Guide for Individuals and Organizations. Susan Wright. New York, N.Y. : Carol Publishing Group, 1993. 106pp. Funding Center (1 East) HG 177 .W75 1993
    Describes the process of raising money for individuals and small businesses. Includes sections on loans, Small Business Administration financing, venture capital, creating a business plan, grant proposals, program-related investments, working with nonprofits, and federal agency funding.

    Annual Register of Grant Support
    Wilmette, Ill. : National Register Publishing Co., annual. Funding Center (1 East) LB2336 .A7
    Includes information on programs sponsored by government agencies, public and private foundations, educational and professional associations, special interest organizations and corporations. Covers a broad range of interests including academic and scientific research, publication support, equipment and construction support, in-service training, competitions and prizes, and travel and exchange programs. Organized by broad subject areas with four indexes: subject, organization and program, geographic and personnel.

    Directory of Research Grants
    Phoenix, Ariz. : The Oryx Press, annual. Funding Center (1 East) LB2338 .D5
    An annual print version of the Grants Database. Contains information about grants and fellowships available for research projects from federal and state governments, private foundations, professional organizations, and corporations. List grants programs by specific funding areas; indexed by sponsoring organization and grant name.

    Foundation Grants to Individuals
    New York, N.Y. : Foundation Center, biennial. Funding Center (1 East) LB2336 .F6
    The most comprehensive listing available of private foundations which provide financial assistance to individuals. The foundations described have made grants to students, artists, scholors, foreign individuals, minorities, musicians, scientists and writers for scholarships, fellowships, student loans, internships, residencies, arts and cultural projects, medical and emergency assistance, residencies and travel programs.

    The Grants Register
    New York, N.Y. : St. Martin's Press, annual. Funding Center (1 East) LB2338 .G7
    The complete guide to postgraduate funding worldwide.

    Awards, Honors, and Prizes : Volume I, United States and Canada and Volume II, International and Foreign
    Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., irregular. Main Library Reference AS8 .A87
    Directory of awards and their donors recognizing achievement in advertising, architecture, arts and humanities, business and finance, communications, computers, consumer affairs, ecology, education, engineering, fashion, film, journalism, law, librarianship, literature, medicine, music, performing arts, photography, public affairs, publishing, radio and television, religion, science, social science, sports, and transportation. Indexed by sponsoring organization, award, and subject area.

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