DATABASE MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Finding database management scholarships may seem like a challenge, but students interested in data-focused careers can actually apply to a wide range of IT scholarships. With this financial support, students can cut the costs of earning a database management degree for learning how to properly store, modify, and extract important data from database systems.

Since the IDC found that over 1.8 zettabytes of data are created annually, it's clear that many organizations of all shapes and sizes depend on database managers to help organize this massive amount of new data. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that employment of database management degree holders will grow faster than average at 15%, thus creating 17,900 new job openings before 2022.

If you're ready to leap into this in-demand IT field, below we've compiled a list of 20 great scholarships open to aspiring database administrators.

1. AFSA Scholarship Program Internship

Deadline: November 15th

Each spring, the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) offers the Scholarship Program Internship to junior, senior, or graduate students with an interest in marketing, education, database administration, and research to manage the association's scholarship databases for up to 24 weeks. Eligible candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution, speak fluent English, showcase a strong work ethic, be computer literate in Word and Excel, and have working knowledge of the Netforum and Fluidreview databases. Interns will receive a decent salary with a $600 stipend for entering data into the AFSA's database and researching applicant submissions in Washington, DC.

Contact

AFSA Scholarship Program Internship
201 E Street NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 338-4045

2. BrainTrack Computer Science Scholarship

Deadline: November 1st and March 1st

As a worldwide college directory and scholarship database with more than 10,000 higher learning resources, BrainTrack has created the Computer Science Scholarship to award $500 to $1,000 to students advancing their careers in programming, software engineering, systems analysis, database management, network administration, and other computer fields. Qualified applicants must have completed at least one semester of college, be enrolled in an accredited computer science or IT program, attend a post-secondary school in America, and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Selection will be made twice each year on the basis of academic record, career aspirations, financial need, and passion for computer sciences.

Contact

BrainTrack Computer Science Scholarship
(281) 846-3071

3. Charlie Corr Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: May 1st

In honor of a great printing industry advocate who served as Vice President for Mimeo.com and Group Director for InfoTrends Enterprise, the Charlie Corr Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually for $2,000 through the Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation (EDSF). Qualified candidates are full-time college students who wish to join the document management field as computer engineers, software developers, database managers, IT designers, graphic designers, document preparers, webmasters, and more. To apply, students must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, attend an accredited university anywhere in the world, and be supported by professional recommendations.

Contact

Charlie Corr Memorial Scholarship
1845 Precinct Line Road Suite 212
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 849-1145

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4. DPMA/PC Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 31st

The Portland Chapter of the Data Processing Management Association (DPMA/PC) hosts an annual scholarship program to provide $1,000 to graduating high school seniors who are planning to attend an accredited higher learning institution with a major in data processing, database management, data science, or a related IT field. Applicants must reside in Oregon or Washington within Clark, Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill, Marion, or Columbia counties. Recipients who remain in an IT field of study and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 at an approved university in Oregon or Washington can renew for up to three years.

Contact

DPMA/PC Scholarship Program
1701 NW 299th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 887-3004

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5. Eli Lilly and Company Scholarship

Deadline: July 7th

Within the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF), the Eli Lilly and Company Scholarship is granted annually for $5,000 to outstanding minority college students who are pursuing an IT-focused degree at an accredited four-year university for a career in data processing, database administration, network management, or a related profession. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, have BDPA membership, carry a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, and exhibit leadership ability in community service. Applications must include an official sealed transcript, two signed letters of support, a passport-sized photograph, and a 500-word essay describing why IT is important.

Contact

Eli Lilly and Company Scholarship
4423 Leigh Road Suite 277
College Park, MD 20740
(513) 284-4968

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6. HIMSS Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: October 10th

In the amount of $5,000, the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Foundation offers three scholarships annually to students who are pursuing an accredited degree in health informatics, computer science, information technology, business administration, mathematics, database management, or related fields for a career specifically in healthcare information management. Qualified students must be HIMSS members in good standing, attend an approved U.S. institution, and have at least first-semester junior standing. All recipients will be invited on an all-expense paid trip to the Annual HIMSS Conference.

Contact

HIMSS Foundation Scholarships
33 West Monroe Street Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 664-4467

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7. Information Assurance Scholarship Program

Deadline: Varies

Funded by the Department of Defense (DoD), the Information Assurance Scholarship Program (IASP) is designed to provide a $17,000 stipend to undergraduates and $22,000 stipend to graduate students each academic year for concentrating their studies in information assurance or security. Qualifying students must be pursuing a degree in computer forensics, computer science, cryptography, systems analysis, database management, information security, risk management, software engineering, or web security at a participating U.S. institution. After obtaining a security clearance, recipients will be obligated to serve one year of full-time service to the DoD within an information security position.

Contact

Information Assurance Scholarship Program
9800 Savage Road Suite 6757
Fort Meade, MD 20755
(410) 854-8035

8. INFORMS Data Analytics Scholarship Competition

Deadline: February 17th

Annually, the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS) offers a Data Analytics Scholarship Competition to distribute up to $3,000 to talented young college students who produce a case study based on an assigned real-life project showing their outstanding data analysis skills. Eligible participants must be at least 18 years old, have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, attend an accredited university full-time, and be pursuing a degree in data analytics, database management, management science, or a related field. Recipients will receive a free trip to attend the INFORMS Conference on Business Analytics & Operations Research too.

Contact

INFORMS Data Analytics Scholarship Competition
5521 Research Park Drive Suite 200
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 757-3500

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9. Johnson & Johnson Scholarships

Deadline: August 31st

Administered through the Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA), the Johnson & Johnson Scholarships are granted for $1,000 to five graduating high school seniors and $2,500 to rising sophomore or junior undergraduate students each year. Qualified recipients must be accepted or enrolled in an accredited four-year university full-time, maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, show consistent community involvement, have a declared IT major for a career in data processing or database administration, and demonstrate evidence of good citizenship. For consideration, application packets must include a typed personal essay, two letters of reference, official transcripts, and a current resume.

Contact

Johnson & Johnson Scholarships
9500 Arena Drive Suite 106
Largo, MD 20774
(301) 584-3135

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10. Lt. General Ronald Iverson ROTC Scholarship

Deadline: February 20th

Sponsored by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) and LGS Innovations, the Lt. General Ronald Iverson ROTC Scholarship is presented for $3,000 annually to full-time college students majoring in computer engineering, programming, cyber security, database management, network administration, information science, computer science, or another C41-related area. Applicants must be sophomores or juniors, carry a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, attend an accredited university in the United States, be enrolled in an ROTC program, exhibit financial need, and have the potential to serve as an officer in the Armed Forces.

Contact

Lt. General Ronald Iverson ROTC Scholarship
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033
(800) 336-4583

11. Lynda Baboyian Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: May 1st

Also created in 1996 by the Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation (EDSF), the Lynda Baboyian Memorial Scholarship is awarded for $2,000 each year to one deserving college student who is earning an undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, web design, computer engineering, software development, database management, information technology, graphic design, print production, electronic publishing imaging science, or a related field. Eligible candidates must possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as verified by a transcript, attend an accredited university full-time, and wish to build a career in the document management or graphic communications marketplace.

Contact

Lynda Baboyian Memorial Scholarship
1845 Precinct Line Road Suite 212
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 849-1145

Scholarship Link

12. Monsanto BDPA Scholarship Award

Deadline: July 15th

In collaboration with the Black Data Processing Associates, the Monsanto BDPA Scholarship Award is distributed for up to $2,500 annually for outstanding college students with an interest in achieving a four-year degree related to an information technology discipline, including database management or administration. Qualified applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents, have BDPA chapter membership, have at least one full year of undergraduate studies, attain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and have unmet financial need. Candidates must submit a passport-sized photograph, provide proof of enrollment, and write a 500-word essay discussing how information technology has impacted agriculture.

Contact

Monsanto BDPA Scholarship Award
800 North Lindbergh Blvd.
Creve Coeur, MO 63167
(314) 694-1000

Scholarship Link

13. Oracle Corporate Scholars Program

Deadline: April 4th

Through the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), the Oracle Corporate Scholars Program is available to provide $10,000 to undergraduate college students who are majoring in accounting, business, computer science, computer engineering, finance, information management systems, database management, software development, or a related field. To qualify, candidates must be African American/Black, attend an accredited HBCU in the United States, carry a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and have at least sophomore status. Recipients will complete an eight-week paid summer internship at an Oracle location in Redwood Shores, California or Reston, Virginia.

Contact

Oracle Corporate Scholars Program
1805 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 810-0258

Scholarship Link

14. Oracle Scholarship for Excellence in Computer Science

Deadline: March 31st

With funding from the multi-national computer technology giant, the Oracle Scholarship for Excellence in Computer Science is offered by the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) to award $8,000 to bright college students in the fields of computer science, computer engineering, user experience, software engineering, database management, network administration, information technology, and related areas. Eligible recipients must be legally blind in both eyes, reside in the United States or Puerto Rico, and attend an accredited post-secondary institution full-time. Recipients will also be given financial assistance to attend the NFB Annual Convention for networking with active blind professionals.

Contact

Oracle Scholarship for Excellence in Computer Science
200 East Wells Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 659-9314

Scholarship Link

15. Remote DBA Scholarship

Deadline: March 15th

Recently created in 2015, the Remote DBA Scholarship will be awarded each year for $3,500 to outstanding college students who are pursuing studies in computer science or engineering with a clear interest in building a career within the database management or data science fields. For consideration, candidates must be enrolled in an accredited four-year U.S. institution full-time, maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.5, and have unmet financial need. Applicants will be asked to write a 1,000-word essay comparing three different database technologies, create a visual infographic to accompany the text, and attach a personal cover letter.

Contact

Remote DBA Scholarship
110 East Broward Blvd. Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 642-2508

Scholarship Link

16. Rod Key Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: May 1st

In honor of a printing industry legend who passed away unexpectedly in 2014 after a successful career at Shutterfly, HP, and Dscoop, the Rod Key Memorial Scholarship is awarded for $1,000 each year through the Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation (EDSF). Qualified candidates must be enrolled full-time at Arizona State University, maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, be actively involved in community/school activities, demonstrate unmet financial need, and plan to pursue a career within the document management or graphic communication marketplace. Preference will be given to students planning to become software developers, IT managers, web designers, database managers, applications specialists, materials engineers, art directors, electronic publishers, graphic designers, or web designers.

Contact

Rod Key Memorial Scholarship
1845 Precinct Line Road Suite 212
Hurst, TX 76054
(817) 849-1145

Scholarship Link

17. Stan Yellott Scholarship Fund

Deadline: September 15th and March 15th

Twice each year, the Rocky Mountain Oracle Users Group (RMOUG) provides the Stan Yellott Scholarship Fund to award up to $2,000 for future IT professionals broadening their knowledge with studies in computer science, information technology, network management, database administration, information security, computer engineering, or a related IT field. Eligible applicants should be registered at an accredited post-secondary institution in America, carry a minimum overall GPA of 2.5, be currently taking at least one IT course, and need financial assistance for reaching their IT goals. Applications must include a faculty recommendation letter, official sealed transcripts, and a 250-word personal statement.

Contact

Stan Yellott Scholarship Fund
P.O. Box 621942
Littleton, CO 80162
(303) 948-1786

18. The Sarder Scholarship Program

Deadline: 15th of every month

Named after the co-founder of NetCom Learning, Russell Sarder, the Sarder Scholarship Program is designed to provide $2,500 monthly to driven individuals who are beginning or advancing their IT career with public classes or live online classes at NetCom. Eligible candidates must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, be at least 18 years old, have Internet access, and show an ability to benefit from NetCom training. Courses currently covered by this scholarship program include game development, web design, database management, business process management, network administration, cloud networking, Internet security, retail management systems, and computer programming.

Contact

The Sarder Scholarship Program
20 West 33rd Street 4th Floor
New York, NY 10001
(888) 563-8266
Scholarship Link

19. VIP Women in Technology Scholarship

Deadline: March 9th

For eight straight years, Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) has distributed the Women in Technology Scholarship each year to award $2,500 to multiple female college-bound students who are planning to pursue a career in computer science, information technology, management information systems, database management, network administration, computer engineering, or other related technology fields. Candidates must be attending a two or four-year college within the United States the upcoming fall with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0. Completed application packets should include unofficial transcripts, essay question responses, a personal statement, and verification of participation in extra-curricular or community service activities.

Contact

VIP Women in Technology Scholarship
40 Worth Street 10th Floor
New York, NY 10013
(212) 201-5422

20. Xerox Technical Minority Scholarships

Deadline: September 30th

Ranging in value from $1,000 to $10,000 apiece, the Xerox Technical Minority Scholarships are granted annually for students from ethnic minority groups who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a technical discipline, including information technology, computer science, software engineering, database management, printing management science, materials science, and electrical engineering. Qualified students must be enrolled at the bachelor's level or above, maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, attend an accredited U.S. institution full-time, and have tuition expenses not covered by scholarships. Applicants must complete an application, have their financial aid office fill out the bottom half, attach a resume, and submit the packet.

Contact

Xerox Technical Minority Scholarships
150 State Street 4th Floor
Rochester, NY 14614
(877) 747-3625

Scholarship Link

Studying database management at an accredited school can place you on the right track towards a potentially lucrative career as a database administrator, data scientist, data networking professional, or database systems engineer. However, you'll first need to build your technical expertise by completing at least four years in higher education. If yearly tuition costs at your college or university of choice are above your budget, try supplementing your funding with some of these great database management scholarships!

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