Gates Millenium Scholars Program 2013

Native American SUNY: Western Consortium
E-116 Thompson Hall
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
(716) 673-3170
Cheryl.John@fredonia.edu

Sponsor	Bill and Melinda Gates Foundate
Title	Gates Millenium Scholars Program 2013
Administrator	The Gates Millenium Scholars PO Box 10500 Fairfax, VA 22031-8044 phone: 877.690.4677 url: http://www.gmsp.org
Purpose	The Gates Millenium Scholars Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander, and Hispanic Students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates Millenium scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science.
Eligibility	U.S. Citizen American Indian/Alaska Native High School Senior/High School Graduate or GED Minimum GPA of 3.3
General Information	The increasing diversity of our society reminds us that all of America's citizens must have access to higher education if our nation is to sustain and advance itself as a global, competitive democracy in the new milennium. The future of our economy and quality of life depends upon the preparation of a diverse cadre of leaders who can help build a stronger society. These potential leaders, especially those drawn from groups that have traditionally and historically been denied access to higher education, require the necessary support and opportunities to earn and complete a college education
Awards	$1,000
Deadline	January 16th
Required Documentation	Online application and supporting documents, www.gmsp.org

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