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Italian Language Scholarship

Eligibility: U.S. citizens of Italian descent in their junior or senior year of undergraduate study for the Fall 2012 term, majoring or minoring in Italian language studies at an accredited academic institution.

Deadline: The application deadline for the Italian Language Scholarship is February 28, 2012. (See additional details in the General Information section.)

Application & Requirements:

1. Application Form: Complete application form and send with remaining requirements and self-addressed, stamped, standard business-size envelope for acknowledgment.

2. Official Transcripts: Submit one official transcript from each academic institution attended through Dec. 2011. (See additional details in the General Information section.) Submit high school and undergraduate transcripts.

3. Test Scores: Submit copies of official results from all standardized tests (ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT) taken during the past 5 years. Scores reported on official transcripts will usually fulfill this requirement. Note: When sending score reports from the College Board, use the Designated Institution (DI) code 7757 (Sons of Italy Foundation) for the SAT. For the ACT, use the code number 6866.

4. Résumé: Submit a current résumé outlining extracurricular activities, work experience, volunteer service and honors, especially as they relate to Italian language, culture and heritage.

5. Letters of Recommendation: Submit 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, professors or educational administrators.

6. Essay: Submit a typewritten original essay of 500-750 words in Italian on why learning Italian is important in today's world and how you plan to use your Italian language degree.

7. Processing Fee: A non-refundable $30 processing fee must accompany each application. (See additional details in the General Information section.)

Sant'Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue Language & Culture Study Abroad Scholarship

Sant'Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue will offer 1 scholarship for study abroad at its campus in Sorrento, Italy, from August-December 2012. Enrollment and course fees only are covered by the scholarship. A 30% discount on accommodations will be extended to recipients. Travel to and from Italy, accommodations, and all other expenses not included.

Eligibility: U.S. citizens of Italian descent enrolled in their junior or senior year of undergraduate study or graduate program at a four-year, accredited academic institution for the Fall 2012 term.

Deadline: The application deadline for the Sant'Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue Scholarship is February 28, 2012.

Additional program details, application & requirements, click here for details.

Sons of Italy Foundation® / George L. Graziadio Scholarship

Eligibility: U.S. citizens of Italian descent (at least one Italian or Italian American grandparent) who are students at the George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management at Pepperdine University in California.

Application & Requirements: This scholarship requires a special application. Contact the Graziadio School of Business at 310-568-5500 or http://www.bschool.pepperdine.edu.

National Italian American Bar Association/Sons of Italy Foundation® Scholarship

Eligibility: U.S. citizens of Italian descent enrolled in a law school program at an accredited academic institution for the Fall 2012 term. Applicant must be a rising first, second or third year law student.

Deadline: The application deadline is February 28, 2012. (See additional details in the General Information section.)

Application & Requirements:

1. Application Form: Complete application form and send with remaining requirements and self-addressed, stamped, standard business-size envelope for acknowledgment.

2. Official Transcripts: Submit one official transcript from each academic institution attended through Dec. 2011. (See additional details in the General Information section.) Submit undergraduate, graduate and law school transcripts.

3. Test Scores: Submit copies of official results from all standardized tests (ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT) taken during the past 5 years. Scores reported on official transcripts will usually fulfill this requirement. Note: When sending score reports from the College Board, use the Designated Institution (DI) code 7757 (Sons of Italy Foundation) for the SAT. For the ACT, use the code number 6866.

4. Résumé: Submit a current résumé outlining extracurricular activities, work experience, volunteer service and honors.

5. Letters of Recommendation: Submit 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, professors or educational administrators.

6. Essay: Submit a typewritten original essay of 500-750 words about a personal experience which demonstrated or generated pride in your Italian heritage.

7. Processing Fee: A non-refundable $30 processing fee must accompany each application. (See additional details in the General Information section.)