Nissan Provides $100,000 in Scholarships for Local High School Seniors

GARDENA, Calif.--April 19, 2005--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) are currently seeking applicants for its NISSAN-UNCF "SHIFT_" knowledge Scholarship Program.

The NISSAN-UNCF "SHIFT_" knowledge scholarship was created in 2004 to recognize the academic achievement and leadership qualities of students, and to honor the rich legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

The program will award a total of $100,000 in scholarships to 10 Los Angeles-based high school seniors planning to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in Fall 2005. Ten scholarships of $10,000 will be awarded.

The minimum eligibility requirements for scholarship applicants include currently being a high school senior enrolled in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD); having a minimum 3.0 GPA and pursuing majors in the fields of engineering, design, marketing, business, communications, public relations, finance or law.

"We are thrilled to partner with UNCF and open the doors of opportunity for a deserving student," said Terri Hines, senior manager of public affairs for NNA. "This scholarship embodies Nissan's commitment to enriching people's lives through education."

Students should see their guidance counselor for more details about the program or apply on-line at www.uncf.org. In addition to completing the application form, students must submit a one-page essay, an official high school transcript, a letter of recommendation from a teacher and a community leader, and a letter of acceptance from an HBCU for enrollment in Fall 2005. The application deadline is June 6, 2005.

About Nissan North America, Inc.

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissanusa.com and www.infiniti.com.

About The United Negro College Fund

The United Negro College Fund is the nation's largest, oldest, most successful and most comprehensive minority higher education assistance organization. UNCF provides operating funds and technology enhancement services for 38 member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), scholarships and internships for students at almost 1,000 institutions and faculty and administrative professional training.

Over 60 years, the United Negro College Fund has raised more than $2 billion to help a total of more than 300,000 students attend college and has distributed more funds to help minorities attend school than any entity outside of the government.