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The Manasseh Cutler Scholars Program
The Cutler Scholars Program is Ohio University's largest endowed merit scholarship program. Not only academically motivated, Cutler Scholars are also driven to explore the social and political impact of their intellectual interests. Scholars receive a merit award valued at a minimum of $92,000 across four years, including summer stipends, to support meaningful community service projects, internships, international travel, and leadership development. Scholarships are available to applicants who are either from a donor-designated geographic area, such as a county or a specific high school, or admitted to a donor-designated academic unit at Ohio University, such as a college or major.
Max Award: $92,000
sponsored by Ohio University
Top Internship Opportunities in Washington, DC
No matter your interests, DC can serve as a launching pad for your professional career. Here are the best places to find internships in the nation's capital.
by Rebecca Blyn
Think you know every college out there? Think again. Here are some diamonds in the rough from The Old Line State.
source: College Finder Research
Excellent Colleges In or Near Washington, DC
Explore top-tier colleges and universities in or near Washington, D.C. Find the best schools in the nation's capital for academics, culture, and career opportunities.
source: College Finder Research
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Applicant must fall into one of the following categories: a United States high school student in grade nine through twelve attending a public, private, parochial, or home school; a United States student under the age of 20 enrolled in a high school correspondence/GED program in any of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or the United States territories; a United States citizen attending school overseas. An original and creative essay of less than 1,000 words analyzing an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year John F. Kennedy was born. The first-place recipient will be invited to accept the award at the Profile in Courage Award Ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston.
Max Award: $10,000
sponsored by John F. Kennedy Library Foundation
NTA Mayflower Tours Patrick Murphy Internship
Applicants can be a citizen or permanent resident of any country and should be a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a political science or travel and tourism program of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States entering sophomore, junior, or senior year as an undergraduate, or any year of graduate study in the fall of the calendar year of application, with a minimum 3.0 grade point average, and possess strong written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills. For a complete application, applicant needs to submit a passport as proof of citizenship, or Alien Registration Card as proof of permanent residency, resume, two evaluations and letters of recommendation (one academic and one professional), and an essay. Essay topic: If you are a political science student: Discuss how your current program of study relates to the three branches of the federal government and how policy issues are evaluated and what actions are taken to implement them. Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and volunteer experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., in government relations and how they tie into your present and future goals. Also include a couple of paragraphs about "How would you bring a key travel and tourism issue before the Congress for action on the issue?" Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to government or public affairs; or, if you are a travel and tourism student: Discuss what segment of the travel and tourism industry your current program of study focuses on. What opportunities are you taking advantage of as you prepare for a career in the industry? Please tell us about your academic and extracurricular activities and volunteer experiences, i.e. work, internships, etc., in travel and tourism and how they tie into your present and future goals. Mention any awards or commendations you have received relating to the travel and tourism or hospitality industry.
Max Award: $2,000
sponsored by Tourism Cares
Majors and Careers for Those Who Want to Help the Earth
Are you passionate about environmental conservation? Consider dedicating your life's work to the Earth with these amazing majors and career paths.
by Allison Liu
What Cultural Organizations Are Available in College?
Diversity and culture in college extracurricular activities is extremely important. Here's an expert's answer to what you can expect to find on you campus.
How Is College Life Different on a Catholic Campus?
Although similar, you can expect campus life at a Catholic college to be a little different than a non-religious campus. Here's what an expert has to say.
Four–Year Colleges and Universities in Washington, DC
Thinking about attending college in the Nation's Capital? You can check out all the four-year colleges and universities in Washington, DC on CollegeXpress.
source: CollegeXpress
How to Climb Up the Corporate Ladder
Navigating the working world as a recent graduate is hard when not all employers have the same expectations. Here's some universal advice to take to any job!
by Albin Morgan
Colleges with Comprehensive Residential Hall Systems
These schools offer comprehensive living-learning centers, which provide a place to live, as well as a place to eat, talk with faculty, and participate in sports and student politics--all in one!
Top Careers for Students Who Want to Make a Difference
Looking for a major and career path that will allow you to help others? Consider these life-changing fields for your academic and career journey.
by Emily Rogan
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