Mississippi Scholarships

$8,000 four-year scholarship Ideal candidates have been a member of AQHA or AQHYA for at least one year who is from Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi or Tennessee, and who competes in AQHA-approved shows. Member must apply during their senior year of high school or while enrolled at an accredited college or university. Recipient must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.5 grade point average. Current or previous AQHF scholarship recipients are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Funding for this scholarship will be applied to a four-year undergraduate degree program of the student's choice.

The Pearce Law Firm in Philadelphia is pleased to offer The Pearce Law Firm – Empowering Women In Law Scholarship. This scholarship opportunity is open to women nationwide who are currently attending a law school in the United States. This scholarship is intended to encourage & support outstanding achievement & leadership by example from women in the field of law. This award will be presented to a current female law student for the following academic year in the amount of $2,000.00 & will be paid at the beginning of the fall semester (2015). Requirements: This scholarship is judged & awarded primarily on academic achievement, school & community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities & financial need. The scholarship must be submitted, in full, by December 31, 2014. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The applicant must be a current female law student. Applicant will have successfully completed at least one semester of law school but will not yet have graduated by fall semester of 2015. Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. A transcript must be attached for application to be considered. An unopened copy of transcripts, sent from the applicant’s most recent law school will be required from finalists before award is presented. This scholarship is a one-time award worth $2,000. Although not required, applicants are encouraged to submit recommendation letters and/or resumes to substantiate their application.

For Individuals Interested in Pursuing Careers in the Water Works Industry in Alabama and Mississippi The Alabama/Mississippi Section of the American Water Works Association can help! Complete scholarship applications by February 1 and direct to Mr. Jim Miller. Each applicant must complete and submit the following: 1. Official Application Form (check website for the Application Form) 2. Resume (that includes educational, licensure, and experience) 3. Personal Statement 4. Letter of Support or recommendation from the sponsoring utility,individual member or academic advisor 5. Academic applicants only, transcripts of education and proof of student status For individuals pursuing advanced licensure or training in the water works (science) field. - Sponsored by an AL-MS AWWA Water Utility Member (Up to 3 awarded + $1,000 upon completion & employed within the section) For individuals pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in the water works (science) field. - Graduate Level (Up to 3 awarded + $1,000 upon completion & employed within the section) - Undergraduate Level (Up to 3 awarded + $1,000 upon completion & employed within the section)