The Scholarship Book 12th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships,Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate (Scholarship Books) [Paperback]

National Scholarship Research Service (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0735204101 | ISBN-13: 978-0735204102 | Publication Date: June 27, 2006 | Edition: 12th

For those who dream of a college education and need money to make it happen--now with a CD-ROM.

More than a million copies sold.
The Scholarship Book, 12th Edition, is the first and most acclaimed guide to private-sector scholarships, grants, and loans published in America-helping countless students locate, apply for, and receive private-sector financial aid related to every major field of study.

In this new edition-complete with an expanded table of contents and an array of new scholarship sources presented for the very first time-students will find the single most comprehensive listing of private-sector awards offered by a wide range of corporations, unions, trust funds, religious and fraternal organizations, associations, and private philanthropists, all eager to provide them with the financial assistance they need to continue their education.

This invaluable resource gives students essential tips for determining which awards they qualify for, helps them write winning essays, applications, and cover letters, alerts them to scams and rip-offs, and provides useful lists of recommended websites and publications.

Product Details

• Paperback: 672 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall Press; 12th edition (June 27, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0735204101
• ISBN-13: 978-0735204102
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #605,852 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars The Scholarship Book 12th Edition: the Most Complete Waste of Space Yet, February 21, 2007

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Mint Julep - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Scholarship Book 12th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships,Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate (Scholarship Books) (Paperback)

I have had the "privilege" of looking through many a worthless scholarship tome, and had come to believe that there probably wasn't actually a decent one out there. However, I decided to give this book (which I had not heard of) a try. It promised much, but did not deliver. It is simply par for the ponderous course, which isn't that great seeing that most other comparable books set the bar pretty low.

I did take the liberty of giving it one star, however, because, while it is not easy to find scholarships as described (they are listed basically by career interest) and the CD-ROM is essentially the book (this time on your computer screen!), it is exhaustive (both figuratively and literally) nonetheless. It also makes a fairly effective doorstop.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Presentation, July 6, 2008

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Joseph S. Maresca "Dr. Joseph S. Maresca CPA,... (Bronxville, New York USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Scholarship Book 12th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships,Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate (Scholarship Books) (Paperback)

The author presents excellent sources of scholastic
financing and scholarships including:

o Mensa Education and Research provides scholarship money
in response to a successful 550 word essay.

o The AFT provides from $1000 to $8000 (dependents) for
students bound for study in education, labor and related
areas.

o The American Institute for Foreign Study provides money
up to $2000 per semester.

o American Legion provides scholarship money, as well as
the USA Coastguard and American Radio Relay.

o The Broadcast Education Association provides up to $5000.

o The Society of Petroleum Engineers provides up to $5000.

The list goes on- ad infinitum for at least 800 pages or so.
The book could be very useful in locating scholarship money
for the student in your house. A CD ROM accompanies the book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So thorough!, July 30, 2007

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Lia DiCaro (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Scholarship Book 12th Edition: The Complete Guide to Private-Sector Scholarships, Fellowships,Grants, and Loans for the Undergraduate (Scholarship Books) (Paperback)

My daughter and I used this book when she was looking for college scholarships last fall and it was so helpful. The entries are very well organized, and there's really something here for everyone. My daughter's grades weren't always the best, but there are a ton of great scholarships in here that don't discriminate against that.