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<strong>Kentucky</strong> <strong>Scholarships</strong> Statewide Statewide APSC Foundation for Education & Research Inc.: American Pharmacy Services Corporation Scholarship/Loans Eligibility: Must have successfully completed the requirement of a pre-pharmacy curriculum and be accepted to an accredited pharmacy school. Based on academic record, personal characteristics, management potential, and recommendations. Award: Up to $2,000 each semester or up to $1,000 per session; minimum GPA equal to a “C” must be maintained for continued participation in the program. Loan proceeds payable on a per-semester basis. Number: Varies Deadline: July 15 for fall semester; November 15 for spring semester Contact: Scholarship Coordinator, APSC Foundation for Education & Research Inc., 102 Enterprise Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601, phone 502.695.8899, fax 502.695.9912, website www.apscnet.com ____________________________________________ AgriBusiness Association of <strong>Kentucky</strong> ABAK Agriculture Scholarship Eligibility: Must be an undergraduate; be a <strong>Kentucky</strong> resident; have a declared major in an agriculture-related field of study or be accepted into an agricultural study program; and submit a completed application, 3 essays, 2 letters of recommendation, and most recent official transcript. Award: $1,000 Deadline: June 1 Contact: School counselor or ABAK website www.kyagbusiness.org ____________________________________________ American Cancer Society (Mid-South) Scholarship Eligibility: Must have been diagnosed with cancer before age 19; be under age 25 when applying for scholarship; be a legal resident of Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana (Clark or Floyd <strong>County</strong> only), <strong>Kentucky</strong>, Louisiana, Mississippi or Tennessee; be a U.S. citizen; have at least a 2.5 GPA or GED equivalent; have been accepted without condition to an accredited 2- or 4-year university or community college; and take at least 12 hours per semester. Consideration given to a student pursuing an education in regionally accredited vocational/technical schools. Award: $ 1 , 0 0 0 ; r e n ewable u p o n reapplication, up to 4 academic years Number: Varies Deadline: February 1 Contact: Phone 800.227.2345 or visit www. cancer.org/midsouthnews ____________________________________________ American Saddlebred Horse Association Inc. Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a member of the American Saddlebred Horse Association, be under age 21, demonstrate financial need, and be in grade 11 or higher. Based on academic success, extracurricular activities, and commitment to the American Saddlebred horse and ASHA youth programs. Award: $5,000 Number: 5 Deadline: April 30 Contact: Brenda Newell, American Saddlebred Horse Association <strong>Scholarships</strong>, 4083 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY 40511, phone 859.259.2742, e-mail saddlebred@ asha.net ____________________________________________ Bluegrass Indo- American Civic Society Contact: Scholarship Coordinator, Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society, P.O. Box 910666, Lexington, KY 40591-0666, e-mail scholarship@biacs.org, website www.biacs. org High School Senior Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a <strong>Kentucky</strong> high school graduating senior and admitted as a full-time student to a degree program at a recognized college or university in the country. Parent or legal guardian must be a full-time resident of <strong>Kentucky</strong>. Award: $1,000 Number: 6 Deadline: April 20 ********** Drs. Gopal and Mina Majmundar Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a Floyd, Knott, Johnson, Magoffin or Martin <strong>County</strong> high school graduating senior; submit an essay of up to 500 words about passion in life and how student will use the passion to accomplish his/her goals; have at least a 28 math and science ACT score; have an interest in math and science and plan to pursue a math- or science-related degree in engineering, medicine, pharmacy, nursing; participate in MathCounts either written or verbal; maintain at least a 3.5 GPA; excel in math or science throughout high school; and be an active leader, volunteer, or member of local community groups, chartered school clubs, regional/state organizations, and religious organizations. Award: $1,000 Number: 1 Deadline: April 20 ********** Shashi Sathaye Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduate student at the University of <strong>Kentucky</strong>. Based on academic achievement and financial need. Award: $1,000 Number: 1 Deadline: April 20 ____________________________________________ Burley Tobacco Growers Cooperative Association Scholarship Eligibility: Based on GPA, writing ability, and leadership potential. Preference given to a student with a tobacco farming background. Application available February 1. Award: $1,000 Number: 4 Deadline: April 1 Contact: Scholarship Committee, Burley Tobacco Growers Cooperative Association, 620 South Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508, phone 859.252.3561, e-mail kathy@burleytobacco.com, website www. burleytobacco.com ____________________________________________ Commonwealth Credit Union Contact: Andrea Hayes, Commonwealth Credit Union, 417 High Street, Frankfort, KY 40601, phone 502.564.4775 or 800.228.6420, e-mail ahayes@cwcu.org, website www.ccuky.org. Adam Bender “Reach for Excellence” Scholarship Eligibility: Must be a graduating high school senior; be a member of the Commonwealth Credit Union; be accepted as an incoming freshman at an accredited college, university or trade school; and have a physical or learning disability. Award: $4,000 KHEAA 223 Affording Higher Education 2011–2012