Junior Achievement

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Junior Achievement

Walt Disney Company Foundation Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)
Joe Francomano Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)
Johnson and Wales University Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)
Hugh B. Sweeny Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

One Education Way
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Ph: (719)540-8000
Fax: (719)540-6299
Free: 888-4JA-ALUM
E-mail: newmedia@ja.org
URL:http://www.ja.org

Walt Disney Company Foundation Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To allow educational advancements by providing financial assistance. Focus: Business administration; Fine arts. Qualif.: Program is open to exceptional high school seniors who are graduating before June 30. Applicants must have excellent academic and extra-curricular credentials; and must be pursuing a major in either business administration or fine arts. Criteria: Selection is based on merit.

Funds Avail.: Covers full-tuition plus $200 cash per year for incidental fees. Number Awarded: 1. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form along with other supporting materials. Deadline: February 1.

Remarks: The scholarship is sponsored by The Walt Disney Company Foundation. Contact: scholarships@ja.org.

Joe Francomano Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To allow educational advancements by providing financial assistance. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be high school seniors graduating before June 30; must have a minimum GPA of 3.0; must have demonstrated leadership and excellent extracurricular and community activities; and must have financial need. Criteria: Selection is based on the merit.

Funds Avail.: $5,000 per year. Number Awarded: 1. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form along with other supporting materials. Deadline: February 1.

Remarks: In memory of Joseph Francomano, past president of JA. Contact: scholarships@ja.org.

Johnson and Wales University Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To allow educational advancements by providing financial assistance. Focus: Business; Culinary arts; Technology; Teaching. Qualif.: Program is open to individuals who are majoring in the field of business, culinary arts, hospitality, technology or teacher education. Criteria: Selection is based on merit.

Funds Avail.: $500 to cover full tuition. Number Awarded: Varies. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form together with other supporting materials. Mail all materials to Johnson and Wales University, 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903. Deadline: February 1. Contact: National Student Organizations Office at Johnson and Wales University, 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903, at 800DIAL-JWU x-2345, or nso@jwu.edu.

Hugh B. Sweeny Scholarships (Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: To allow educational advancements by providing financial assistance. Focus: General studies. Qualif.: Applicants must be high school seniors graduating before June 30; must have a minimum GPA of 3.0; and must exemplify achievement, citizenship, creativity, leadership, motivation, and financial need. Criteria: Selection is based on merit.

Funds Avail.: $5,000. Number Awarded: 1. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form along with other supporting materials. Deadline: February 1. Contact: scholarships@ja.org.

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