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This scholarship is for Maine's nontraditional students who want to change their life for the better through education and training. The scholarship supports a range of training, including attending two- and four-year colleges and universities, completing a certificate and other non-degree programs, or attempting a self-directed learning experience with a clear goal. The Maine Community Foundation, Inc. Long-term Scholarship Award will last more than a full semester. At the end of the program the applicant will have a one- or two-year certificate or a two- or four-year degree. Graduate study is not supported by this scholarship. Deadlines are June 15 and November 15. Beginning in 2024, recipients may apply for renewal for a maximum of 5 years or 10 semesters of scholarship support. Current recipients who have already reached this maximum will be offered a grace period of one year (up to two semesters). The committee has a preference for applicants who have not previously attained a Bachelor's degree. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Maine Community Foundation, Inc. for more information.

The Phyllis Ames Cox Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Isabel Grindle Condon Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Michael McMillen, Jr. Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Faye Austin Cosentino Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Elwin and Evelyn Dyer Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Brooksville Education Foundation First Generation Fund is one of the scholarships established by the Brooksville Education Foundation in order to expand educational opportunities available to the people of Brooksville, Maine. Students who are Brooksville residents taking their education beyond high school and could use financial aid are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. If living elsewhere for work or school, a student will continue to be considered a resident up to the age of 26, if they have family still living full time in Brooksville. Applicants must have been admitted to or be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program leading to an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree, or occupational certificate or license. If funds were insufficient to award full scholarships to all applicants in a given year, preference will be given to returning undergraduate students or those pursuing occupational certificates or licenses, then to new undergraduates, and finally to graduate candidates. There is no age limit for Brooksville residents. Adults returning to school or changing careers, as well as recent high school graduates, are encouraged to apply. Two recommendations must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Brooksville Education Foundation for more information.

The Martin Duffy Adult Learner Scholarship will be awarded to Union members of Minnesota AFL-CIO affiliated unions (not high school graduating dependents). All scholarship funds are applicable only to accredited educational institutions such as universities, colleges, or vocational schools. There are no academic performance standards or records required for eligibility. Applicants must be a member in good standing of a Minnesota AFL-CIO local union; or an AFL-CIO member on lay-off status who has a valid withdrawal card, has recall rights and was in good standing for six months prior to lay-off; or a retired or disabled AFL-CIO member who was in good standing in his or her Local Union at the time of retirement or disablement. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The College JumpStart Gratitude Scholarship allows you to share your thanks for when someone has done something kind for you. Along your life's path, there have probably been people who have supported you or helped you. Now is the time to describe the help that they've provided and how it has shaped who you are. If this topic doesn't speak to you, you may also write about any topic of your choice. Applicants must be current students (high school 10th-12th or college) or planning to enter college within the next 12 months; and U.S. citizens or legal residents. Financial need is not considered nor are grades or test scores. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.