2009 AFS Ford PAS Global Exchange Scholarship

Visit http://www.afsfordpas.org/ for complete details.

Download the 1-page flyer and the nomination form.

HSF/Ford Motor Company Fund High School Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 15, 2008

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The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) is the nation's leading organization supporting Hispanic higher education. Founded in 1975, HSF's vision is to strengthen the country by advancing college education among Hispanic Americans. During its 32-year history, HSF has awarded more than 82,000 scholarships in excess of $220 million to Hispanic students who have attended more than 2,000 colleges and universities.

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) and Ford Motor Company Fund have partnered to assist outstanding High School students of Hispanic heritage in obtaining a college degree.

$2,500 AWARD AMOUNT

• Be of Hispanic heritage
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired)
• Be a High School senior graduating in 2007
• Have plans to enroll full-time in a degree-seeking program at a four-year accredited U.S. college or university in the U.S.,
  Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands or Guam during the 2007 - 2008 academic year
• Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA required on a 4.00 scale (or the equivalent)
• Must apply for federal financial aid using the Free Application Student Aid (FAFSA)

Applications are available at http://www.hsf.net/scholarships.aspx?id=482.

Toll-Free Telephone: 1-877-HSF-INFO (1-877-473-4636)

Download This Program Scholarship Flyer

Ford Mi Fuerza Program (Hispanic College Fund)

Click here for complete details about this scholarship.

You may be eligible for other HCF scholarship opportunities.

Ford Motor Company/ American Indian College Fund Tribal Scholarship

Program Description

Ford Motor Company will award up to $5,000 annually, based on financial need.

The scholarship is for students studying math; science; engineering; business; teacher training; or environmental science.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must:

• Have at least a 3.0 grade point average;
• Have achieved sophomore status and declared a major in math; science; engineering; business; teacher training; or environmental science;
  (Note that current Ford PAS high school seniors/alumni are also eligible.)
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the American Indian community;
• Be American Indian, Alaska Native or Hawaii Native with proof of enrollment or descendancy;
• Have submitted a 2006-2007 Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

One scholarship is earmarked for a Ford PAS student/alumni.

Visit www.collegefund.org/scholarships/schol_tcu.html for complete details.

Women in Transportation Design Scholarships: Ford Motor Company and the College for Creative Studies

Break the mold — become a transportation designer.

Deadline: May 2, 2008

As part of CCS’ Pre-College Summer Experience in Transportation, Product and Interior Design, Ford is providing several partial and full scholarships for young women. Professional designers will teach and representatives of Ford Motor Company will guest lecture. Attendees will
study Design History, design a next generation automobile and related products, explore
color and material selection and design a presentation space using current industry design
tools and software.

All applications received by May 2, 2008 will be considered for the scholarship.
Scholarship award decisions will be based on overall quality of the applicant’s art samples
and written statement. A letter of recommendation from an art teacher or mentor is optional.

For more information about the CCS Pre-College Summer Experience or to download a
brochure and application, please visit www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/experience.
Contact cce@collegeforcreativestudies.edu or 313.664.7456 with questions.

2008 Ford Motor Company CHLI Leadership Program

Deadline: February 29, 2008

CHLI SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR THE 2008 FORD MOTOR COMPANY CHLI LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

The Ford Motor Company CHLI Leadership Program offers invaluable insight to Hispanic students who want to gain first-hand experience on how the federal government works and public policy is shaped. The interns will also have the opportunity to interact and meet appointed and elected officials from all levels of government.

The program begins June 16 and ends July 25, 2008.

To apply, applicants must:

• Be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents of Hispanic or Portuguese origin.
• Be enrolled in an accredited four year college/university or two year community college.
• Submit a completed application form, personal statement, legislative analysis, resume, two letters of recommendation and official transcripts.

Compensation:

• Air fare and housing accommodations during Washington, D.C. stay.
• $2,000 stipend.
• Metro card provided.

For more information please contact Yisel Cabrera, Program Manager, Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute at ycabrera@chli.org or at 202-429-2033.

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SAE/Ford Partnership for Advanced Studies Scholarship

The Ford Partnership for Advanced Studies (Ford PAS) Scholarship was developed by the Ford Motor Company Fund, as part of its efforts to encourage high school students to pursue their education and build successful careers in business, engineering, and technology. This annual scholarship is provided by Ford Motor Company to high school seniors who are a past or present student of a Ford PAS program at their high school or in a Ford PAS after-school/weekend/summer/college program. This scholarship is in support of the SAE Foundation to ensure an adequate supply of well-trained engineers for the future.

Student Eligibility:
All applicants must be current high school seniors, seeking to pursue a bachelor/associate degree in engineering or technology, and planning to attend an accredited college or university in the United States in the fall of 2008. A 3.0 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale is required. Two letters of reference are required; one must come from a Ford PAS instructor. The student must be a past or present student of a Ford PAS program at their high school or in a Ford PAS after-school/weekend/summer/ college program.

Terms:
One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded in the freshman year only.

If you qualify submit an application soon, as the deadline of June 1st is quickly approaching!

SME Ford PAS Scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2008

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Ford PAS Scholarship (3 available) and Henry Ford Academy Scholarship (1 available) are now accepting applications. If you are, or have been a Ford PAS student and are applying to college this year to pursue a degree in technology or engineering, now is the time to apply for a $10,000 scholarship! Scholarship recipients can attend any accredited college or university in the United States.

1. All scholarship applicants must be a past or present student of a Ford PAS program at their high school or in a Ford PAS after-school/weekend/summer/college program.
2. All applicants must be seeking a bachelor/associate degree in engineering or technology at an accredited college or university in the United States.
3. All applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Annual renewal will require a minimum GPA of 3.0.
4. Two letters of reference are required; one must come from a Ford PAS instructor.
5. Preference is given to those students who attend a Ford Advanced Education Program partner school or university.

For criteria for the SME Ford PAS Scholarship, click here. To apply for a scholarship, click here.

You may be eligible for other SME scholarship opportunities.

SME/Henry Ford Academy Scholarship

Deadline: February 1, 2008

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Henry Ford Academy Scholarship (1 available) is now accepting applications. If you are, or have been a Ford PAS student and are applying to college this year to pursue a degree in technology or engineering, now is the time to apply for a $10,000 scholarship! Scholarship recipients can attend any accredited college or university in the United States.

Criteria for Henry Ford Academy Scholarship Applicants

1. Scholarship applicants must be a graduating senior from Henry Ford Academy.
2. All applicants must be seeking a bachelor/associate degree in engineering or technology at an accredited college or university in the United States.
3. All applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Annual renewal will require a minimum GPA of 3.0.
4. Two letters of reference are required; one must come from a Henry Ford Academy instructor.
5. Scholarship recipients who attend University of Michigan-Dearborn will be given preference

For criteria for the SME/ Henry Ford Academy Scholarship, click here.

To apply for a scholarship, click here.

You may be eligible for other SME scholarship opportunities.

Ford Motor Company/American Indian College Fund Corporate Scholars Program

Ford Motor Company will award up to $10,000 annually, based on financial need. The scholarship is for students studying accounting; computer, electrical or mechanical engineering; finance; information systems; marketing or operations management.

• Have at least a 3.0 grade point average;
• Have achieved sophomore status and have declared a major in accounting; computer, electrical or mechanical engineering; finance; information systems; marketing or operations management.
  (Note that current Ford PAS high school seniors/alumni are also eligible.)
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the American Indian community;
• Be American Indian, Alaska Native or Hawaii Native with proof of enrollment or descendancy;
• Have submitted a 2006-2007 Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); and
• Attend one of the accredited colleges or universities listed on the application.

Visit http://www.collegefund.org/scholarships/schol_mainstream.html for complete details.

One scholarship is earmarked for a Ford PAS student/alumni.

Click here to download the "Ford Motor Company/American Indian College Fund Corporate Scholars Program" application.

Ford / UNCF Corporate Scholars Program

Click here for details.

TThe United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and the Ford Motor Company have partnered to provide selected African American college students a unique educational opportunity through scholarships and networking opportunities with Ford. Applicants should be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. In addition to the online application, applicants must provide an official transcript, an essay detailing his/her personal and professional goals, a letter of recommendation from a faculty member and a resume. Transcripts must be postmarked not later than June 1, 2007 and mailed to Ford/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program, 8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031.