Avoid Scholarship Scams

Finding trustworthy and accurate scholarship and other financial aid information can be tricky these days, especially when it comes to sources that offer unreliable, often misleading content. "Scholarships" offered by scammers who charge fees and operate outside the laws, rules and ethics of modern-day netiquette abound. Here at Scholarships.com, we carefully and thoroughly vet scholarships so you can apply to the most legitimate and worthwhile opportunities. Check out some of them here:

1. Girls Who Illustrate Awesomeness Scholarship

   Deadline: December 1
   Maximum Award: $750
   

2. Certified Angus Beef Colvin Scholarship Fund

   Deadline: December 12
   Maximum Award: $6,000
   

3. MWSNIBIA Scholarship

   Deadline: January 2
   Maximum Award: $500
   

4. Chesterfield County Black History Month Century Scholarship

   Deadline: January 3
   Maximum Award: $2,500
   

5. Greenhouse Scholars Scholarship

   Deadline: Janaury 4
   Maximum Award: $20,000
   

6. NRA National Youth Education Summit

   Deadline: January 13
   Maximum Award: $30,000
   

7. Microsoft Scholarship Program

   Deadline: Janaury 26
   Maximum Award: Varies
   

8. Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund Scholarship

   Deadline: January 31
   Maximum Award: $20,000
   

9. Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarships

   Deadline: January 31
   Maximum Award: Varies
   

10. Rheumatoid Patient Foundation Scholarship Program

    Deadline: January 31
    Maximum Award: $1,000
    

11. Cancer for College General Scholarship

    Deadline: January 31
    Maximum Award: $16,000