High school students might assume that they can only start applying for scholarships during their senior year. However, many scholarship providers accept high school juniors as applicants. Students who start the scholarship application process in their junior year will be more likely to receive enough aid to cover their expenses without taking out student loans.
What are scholarships for high school juniors?
Scholarships for high school juniors include those who will accept applications from high school juniors as well as those who exclusively offer scholarships to juniors. For some scholarships, waiting until your senior year means you have already missed the opportunity to apply.
There are also some scholarships that all high school students can apply for, and there are even some for students of basically any age. For example, the Doodle for Google Scholarship is available to students in grades kindergarten through senior year.
You can find scholarship opportunities for high school juniors in our Scholarship Directory, or by directly going through non-profit and professional organizations. Local groups also often award scholarships, even if you’re not a high school senior.
Ask your high school college counselor if they have any suggestions for finding scholarships as a junior. They may be aware of opportunities that are more difficult to find on your own.
How to apply for scholarships for high school juniors
The most important thing to consider when applying for high school junior scholarships is whether or not you are eligible to apply.
Because many scholarships are designed for current high school seniors, juniors need to read through scholarship requirements carefully to confirm they are eligible to apply. If you’re confused about eligibility, email the scholarship program coordinator and ask if you may apply. If you’re not yet eligible, set aside that scholarship until your senior year.
Next, start organizing all the scholarships you find and use a spreadsheet or calendar to track the deadlines. This will help you stay on track and avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Don’t wait until the last minute to apply for scholarships, no matter how busy you are. If you do, you’re more likely to have typos or basic errors in your application.
Frequently asked questions about scholarships for high school juniors
Why should I apply for scholarships as a high school junior?
It’s never too early to start applying for college scholarships, and in many cases, you’re better off the younger you are. Not only that, but there are many scholarships exclusively for high school juniors you will miss out on if you wait until your a high school senior to start searching and applying for scholarships.
Your senior year of high school will be stressful enough with the college application process. You will also have to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit other scholarship forms.
If you can start applying for scholarships in your junior year, you can alleviate some of the burden that you would otherwise face next year. Getting a head start could also lead to more aid than waiting until your senior year.
Applying for scholarships can be a daunting process, and there’s often a learning curve involved. By starting the process in your junior year, you’ll have some time to figure out details like which teacher to ask for a recommendation letter or how to write a winning scholarship essay.
Do I have to know what I want to study when applying to scholarships as a junior?
You don't necessarily need to know what you want to major in to apply for scholarships as a high school junior. However, some scholarships are only given to students who are committed to a specific academic major. If you don’t know what you want to major in, look for scholarships without a degree component.
A good example is the Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity is a four-year renewable scholarship open to exceptionally innovative and creative high school juniors and does not require a specific major as a qualification to apply. The scholarship award is renewable each year for a total of up to $20,000.
There are countless scholarship programs looking for students with general academic excellence, as well as athletic or artistic accomplishments. Some scholarships are even awarded based on pure chance.
You can also look for scholarships designed for students from a particular state or racial background. For example, TheDream.US National Scholarship is given to an undocumented immigrant student.
Is it worth applying to scholarships as a junior?
It is not only worth applying for scholarships as a high school junior, we strongly recommend you do so. In fact, you can begin even earlier and potentially find some free money for college.
There are a number of scholarships for juniors that can cover a huge portion of your tuition and other college expenses. For example, both the Coolidge Scholarship and the Cameron Impact Scholarship provide a full-ride to college and allow high school juniors to apply.
Even small scholarships are worth applying to, because they are less likely to have a huge influx of candidates. Those $500 or $1,000 scholarships can add up quickly - especially if you start applying while you’re a junior.
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The annual Ocean Awareness Contest is a platform for young people to learn about environmental issues through art-making and creative communication, and become advocates for positive change. Students are invited to create Visual Art (any medium), Creative Writing, Film, Interactive & Multimedia, Performing Arts: Music & Dance, and Poetry & Spoken Word that explores their connection to water and [...] More
One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest is open to students from third grade through college. Each film submission is based on one or several of the following topics: water, waste, food, transportation, energy, open space, and ecosystems. All entries must be between 3 and 8 minutes in length. Submissions are open to Elementary, Middle School, High School, Undergraduate and Graduate, as well as [...] More
L. Ron Hubbard's Illustrators of the Future Contest is an opportunity for new science fiction and fantasy artists worldwide to have their work judged by some of the masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience. Entries in the Illustrators of the Future Contest are judged only by professional artists. Three prizes of $500 are awarded each quarter. From the twelve quarterly winners each [...] More
In an effort to encourage the youth of America in the pursuit of literary exploration and excellence, and to help provide a venue in which American High School students may share their poetic works; The Live Poets Society of New Jersey presents our annual, National High School Poetry Contest. We believe it may be beneficial to browse through our other webpages before you decide to enter this [...] More
CACESF’s scholarship contest is open to current high school juniors and seniors who are enrolled in a California high school and will be attending any accredited public or private college, university, or trade school within 12 months of graduation. Essay prompt: All applicants must write an original essay on the following topic: The importance of establishing and maintaining good financial credit [...] More
Kids’ Chance of Florida is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization founded in 2015 by professionals who have an affiliation with workers compensation in our state. Any student between ages 16–25 whose parent(s) had an on-the-job death or serious injury associated with a FL Workers’ Compensation or Longshore/Harbor Workers’ Compensation claim, that resulted in a substantial decline in family [...] More
In order to apply for the DFLA Education Fund Scholarship Essay Contest, applicants must submit a 500-word to 800-word essay based on the year's prompt. Each essay is scored based on originality, creativity, the strength of argument, acknowledgment of alternative perspectives, and proper use of grammar and spelling. Party affiliation, gender, and personal politics are immaterial. The contest [...] More
The John Sexton Scholars Program invites high school students (grades 9-12) across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut to participate in the John Sexton Essay Contest. The competition challenges students to write an original and creative research essay for the following prompt: Currently, there are over 80 million displaced people in the world. Experts agree that climate change will cause a [...] More
Entrants for the the Phyliss J. McCarthy Scholarship for Excellence in Writing may choose from the three writing prompts and respond in 2000 words or fewer to compete for a grand prize of $1,000 to help with college application costs, test-taking fees, college visits, or first-year college expenses. Applicants must be high school juniors or seniors. This is open to both domestic and international [...] More
To be eligible for the ACP Foundation College Scholarship, you must have completed at least one year of training in any style of Martial Arts and be a resident of the State of Ohio or an undergraduate with a permanent address in Ohio. Evaluation criteria will include: Academic Achievements; Leadership Qualities; Extra Curricular Activities; Community Involvement; Martial Arts Accomplishments; [...] More
The Chafee Education and Training Grant (also know as The Chafee Education and Training Voucher) provides funding to help current or former foster care youth with postsecondary education and training. To be eligible for the Chafee Education and Training Grant, applicants must: currently be in child welfare foster care; have been in child welfare foster care for at least 180 days (six months) [...] More
NFWL has a long-standing tradition of supporting young women. Over the years, the scholarship has brought together some of the nation’s leading young scholars for a week of mentorship, learning, and growth. Scholarship winners have gone on to attend top universities, found non-profit organizations, and pursue their dream careers. During NFWL’s Annual Conference, winners spend extensive time with [...] More
The Claes Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship is offered to high school and college students, all levels, with a dedicated passion for conservation, sustainability, environmental policy or preservation for the Earth. To apply for this scholarship, you must submit: an educator recommendation; pictures/videos/media showing your leadership in action; a colored headshot suitable for website [...] More
Applicants must submit a short video presenting their talent along with an essay on the topic “Why I’m passionate about my career”. The essay must be 3-5 pages in length with a format 12-point Times New Roman font and Double Space (no single spacing anywhere and no extra spacing anywhere.)Projects must be filmed and posted via social media with our brand tag #WeArtScholar. The video must be 2 [...] More
The Joyce Komperda Athlete Support Fund fund is intended to provide financial assistance for intermediate, novice and junior-level athletes who demonstrate financial need. Applicants can be singles, pairs or ice dancing competitor at the intermediate through junior levels and must be a current member of U.S. Figure Skating. A 250-word essay is required as [...] More
To qualify for the American Red Cross Leaders Save Lives Program (referred to as “Program”), each Blood Program Leader must be currently enrolled in high school, college, university, technical school, trade school or community college and must host an American Red Cross blood drive in the United States scheduled between June 1 – August 31 (for the summer program) or December 15-January 15 (for [...] More
The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 10-15 exceptional high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. The Cameron Impact Scholar is unique among their peers in their desire to directly impact their communities and in the world at [...] More
The San Diego Chapter of AEP is committed to supporting students preparing for careers in the environmental field. The Student Chapter offers student-specific programs, awards annual scholarships, encourages internship placement, and hosts networking events for local undergraduate and graduate students. The goal of the Student Chapter is to create and provide a better network between students and [...] More
L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future Contest is an opportunity for new writers of science fiction and fantasy to have their work judged by some of the masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience. No entry fee is required and entrants retain all publication rights. Entries in the Writers of the Future Contest are adjudicated only by professional writers. Prizes of $1000, $750 and $500 [...] More
The Singing for Scholarships competition will feature one student per school chosen to represent their respective Baldwin County high school (including City School, private school, and home-schooled students). Each high school conducts its own contest. Scholarships are awarded to the top three participants as well as to each of their high schools. Contestants must be enrolled in any Baldwin [...] More
Students in grades 8 through 12 are eligible to participate in person for the National Constitution Bee. The questions and associated study guide are geared to students in grades 11 and 12, but ambitious students in grades 8, 9, and 10 are welcome as well. The individual grand champion prize package includes a college scholarship of $10,000, a trophy, and a letter of recommendation from the [...] More
The Sphinx Competition is a national competition offering young Black and Latinx classical string players (violin, viola, cello, or double bass) a chance to compete under the guidance of an internationally renowned panel of judges, and to perform with and receive mentorship from established professional musicians. Application requirements include a video audition (please refer to the audition [...] More
Students of the Year is a seven-week initiative from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where a select group of motivated high school students across Greater Los Angeles participate in a fundraising competition to benefit LLS's life-saving mission, develop their leadership and communication skills, and learn about volunteerism, philanthropy, and how to engage with their communities for a [...] More
Formerly the iconic Students of the Year campaign, Student Visionaries of the Year is a groundbreaking philanthropic leadership development program in which highly motivated high-school leaders embark on a journey of professional growth, fostering professional skills such as entrepreneurship, marketing, and project management - all while raising as much funding and awareness as possible to impact [...] More
The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, students in grades 9-12 from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 [...] More
Steel Root Inc, a leading cybersecurity company that provides security and compliance services for the U.S. Defense Industrial Base, announces the formation of a college scholarship that will award a selected high school junior applicant with $10,000 toward an education in the field of cybersecurity. The Steel Root Scholarship is intended to encourage skilled young applicants to enter the field [...] More
The Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation and the Naftali Steinfeld Memorial Scholarship Fund offer scholarships based on financial need for high school students participating in approved Israel Experience programs. The purpose of the Israel Experience High School Scholarship Program is to develop Jewish identity and nourish greater understanding and commitment to Israel and to the Chicago Jewish [...] More
The Pennsylvania Spartan Grant automatically awards a minimum of $10,000 to Pennsylvania residents who are admitted to Michigan State University as an incoming freshman pursuing an undergraduate degree. This grant is renewable for four years as long as the recipient continues to meet the criteria outlined in the out-of-state scholarship regulations. Michigan State's application for admissions, [...] More
Prudential Emerging Visionaries is a national recognition program that awards young people for their innovative solutions to financial and societal challenges in their communities. An Emerging Visionary is a changemaker – a young person with a bold vision for impact and a project to make it happen. If selected, you may qualify to receive up to $15,000 — plus an all-expenses-paid trip in April [...] More
Founded in memory of James Alan Cox, a television photojournalist, The James Alan Cox Foundation for Student Photojournalists aims to provide financial support to student photojournalists of high school and college age. Jim Cox, who was a television photojournalist in Phoenix, always "told a story" through his work, whether it was in video or still photography. Each award is $2,500.
The American Legion Department of Michigan was chartered in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. The American Legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization with great political influence perpetuated by its grass-roots involvement in the legislation process from local districts to Capitol Hill. The American Legion, Department of Michigan provides [...] More
The Modeling the Future Challenge, a program of The Actuarial Foundation, is a real-world competition for high school students combining math-modeling, data-analysis, and risk-management into one exciting competition! To compete, students conduct their own research project modeling real-world data to analyze risks and make recommendations to companies, industry groups, governments, or [...] More
The Nation’s adversaries and competitors are proving to be formidable in the digital battlespace—using online platforms, social media, malicious code, disinformation, and cyberattacks to undermine elections, steal intellectual property, spy on governments, sow discord, and weaken alliances. Participants can choose to answer one of the following questions or write on another information warfare [...] More
The South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program is designed to recruit students into the teaching profession and equip them to become effective and successful educators. Teaching Fellows are provided numerous professional development and leadership opportunities above those offered through the institution’s teacher preparation program. Teaching Fellows also are involved with communities and [...] More
FRA is first and foremost a community of the Sea Services; U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard personnel. Enlisted service in any of these branches—past or present, for a short time or for the long haul—is your passport to membership in an association that works hard for you and your family on Capitol Hill and in your local community. FRA’s guiding principles are Loyalty, Protection and [...] More
The Dell Scholars Program places greater emphasis on a student's determination to succeed than just academic record and test scores. We reward low-income, highly motivated students who are better than their numbers indicate and demonstrate the drive to succeed despite personal obstacles. Students must participate in a Michael & Susan Dell Foundation approved college readiness program in grades 11 [...] More
At Gonzaga University, all students who complete the Application for Admission are automatically considered for one of several need-blind scholarships, no separate application forms are required. The criteria for the scholarship include the difficulty of curriculum, grade point average, extracurricular activities, recommendations, quality of writing in the application, optional SAT or ACT test [...] More
The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships is a program that recognizes student innovation and youth-led solutions to fight hunger in the U.S. These young people are creating awareness and mobilizing peers in their communities to be catalysts for change. The scholarship awardees comprise a wide variety of students, ages 5 to 25, who are recognized at the national level and hail from across the [...] More
Each year, our panel of professional musicians awards three California music students monetary awards to further their jazz education and music programs. The winners are also hired throughout the coming year to perform at JATB events. All applicants are invited to free concerts and workshops throughout the school year. The competition is open to high school jazz instrumentalists in California. [...] More
The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Scholarship winners receive the honor of being named “Carson Scholars” and are awarded an Olympic-sized medal and a trophy for their school to celebrate their accomplishments. Previous winners of Carson Scholarships are eligible to reapply [...] More
The Apprentice Ecologist Initiative (officially recognized by the U.S. EPA) has engaged tens of thousands of young volunteers (kids, teens, and college-age youth) from around the world in environmental cleanup and conservation projects since 1999. This program has received multiple awards from the City of Albuquerque, a "Best Community Impact" award from Eastern Kentucky University, and is [...] More
The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund sponsors a scholarly writing contest for grades K-12. The theme for the essay is "What Does The Second Amendment Mean to You?" Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 9-12) and junior (grades 8 and below), with separate cash prizes awarded to the winners in each category.
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Each year, ADL Midwest invites 6th-12th grade students in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota to participate in the First Amendment Freedoms Art & Essay Contest. Using a personal example or experience, describe or portray how one of the five freedoms in the First Amendment affects your daily life. Please clearly label your entry with name, school, and city on a [...] More
THINK’s mission is to make STEM research and development accessible to creative and motivated high school students who have big ideas to change the world, but who need help implementing them. Rather than recognizing students’ completion of a project after the fact, we support students who wish to implement new ideas from start to finish. Winners of the program will receive up to $1,000 of seed [...] More
The Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards honor Jewish teens who demonstrate remarkable leadership and engagement in community service projects that embody the values of tikkun olam – “repairing the world.” Up to 15 recipients will be awarded $36,000 each to further their project or for their education. Eligible candidates are teens (13-19 years old) who self-identify as Jewish, live in the United [...] More
The Live Más Scholarship is for students who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond. We believe in you – no matter where you are in your journey, whether just recognizing your strengths and devolving your passion or bringing it to life and inspiring others to join you. This program is more than a [...] More
There are a variety of Air Force ROTC Scholarships for high school students; Type 1 - Pays full (100 percent) college tuition and authorized fees at any public or private institution with an Air Force ROTC detachment. Type 1 selectees will also receive a monthly living expense stipend and an annual book stipend. Type 2 - Pays up to $18,000 per year in college tuition and authorized fees at any [...] More
There’s no experience like the Bezos Scholars Program—a transformative, year-long, no-cost leadership development program that amplifies youth voice, collaboration and action so young people with passion can start making a difference today. Each year, 12 exceptional juniors, along with educators from each of their schools, are selected as Bezos Scholars. Student scholars receive leadership [...] More
The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides financial support, staffing, and creative resources for the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The Kennedy Library Foundation is not a grant-making foundation. Through its Board of Directors, its committees and staff, the Foundation assists the Library in the planning and establishment of its long-term [...] More
Students selected as Hunt Leadership Scholars for the Class of 2026 will receive an annual Hunt Scholarship of $46,000, or a total of $184,000 over four years. The Hunt Scholarship will replace and supersede any centrally administered merit aid, but Hunt Scholars may also be eligible for additional departmental scholarships or need-based aid for a total scholarship package valued up to the cost [...] More
Merit-based scholarships support students who show great potential to make a positive impact on the Furman community. In awarding merit-based scholarships, we consider: GPA; strength of curriculum; test scores (if submitted); essay; and extracurricular activities. Your application for admission also serves as your application for merit-based scholarships. Individual criteria will vary by [...] More
East Rock Films is an educational organization that seeks to inform and inspire viewers by bringing to life famous writers, artists, and their works. We believe learning about the past can enlighten us all. Please describe someone from the past who especially inspires you – this person could be a writer, artist, scientist, activist, journalist, political leader, entrepreneur, or inventor, to name [...] More
The Lyons family has been around and maintained a life related to aviation for over 65 years. Their aviation story started with Rolf C. Lyons, when he entered military service at the age of 17, enlisting in the United States Air Force in 1955. Since that time, the Lyons family has been linked to aviation in one form or another for over 65 years. This foundation was born out of the sense to give [...] More
We All Have Mental Health… How Can Students’ Mental Health Be Supported Virtually and In-Person? For this years' topic, create a virtual mental health campaign or program, including details on how it would impact others and how you would implement it by working with school staff. Connect with your peers to understand what is needed to support their mental health during this time!
The Hamilton Award recognizes young people for their academic, personal, service and entrepreneurial accomplishments. Numerous under-served (first-generation, low income, extenuating circumstances, etc.) high school juniors from across the nation are selected annually as winners of the Hamilton Award and subsequently enrolled in the five-year Alexander Hamilton Scholars (AHS) Empowerment Program. [...] More
The Rau for Art Foundation was founded to identify and develop young artistic talent and to give back to the local community that has supported the gallery throughout the years. The Rau for Art Foundation supports arts appreciation and education in the schools of Greater New Orleans by assisting talented young artists to reach their academic and professional goals in the arts. Throughout their [...] More
The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program honors student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, in their schools, and within their communities. Whether you're the lead scorer or the most spirited team player, we want to hear how you have taken the skills you've cultivated in the locker room and used them to create a powerful, positive impact [...] More
LeRoy Homer was the First Officer on Flight 93, which was hijacked and crashed in Pennsylvania on September 11, 2001. The mission of The Foundation is to continue LeRoy’s love of flight by encouraging young men and women who wish to pursue aviation careers as professional pilots. The Foundation will award flight instruction scholarships to potential students for private pilot certification. [...] More
The mission of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is to recognize and honor the academically talented students of the United States. NMSC accomplishes its mission by conducting nationwide academic scholarship programs. The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. Approximately 1.5 million high school students [...] More
The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision science competition for K–12 students engages the next generation in real world problem solving with a strong emphasis on STEM. ExploraVision challenges students to envision and communicate new technology 20 years in the future through collaborative brainstorming and research of current science and technology. Beyond engaging your students in problem solving, [...] More
The Princeton Prize in Race Relations (PPRR) recognizes and rewards high school students who, through their volunteer activities, have undertaken significant efforts to advance racial equity and understanding in their schools or communities. PPRR operates through 28 Regional Committees and an at-large committee that accepts applications from high school students who live outside the geographic [...] More
Students across the country are invited to enter the National Ag Day essay and video contest, sponsored by the Agriculture Council of America. This year’s theme is, “American Agriculture: Growing a Climate for Tomorrow?” National Ag Day’s objective is to celebrate agriculture and to help consumers better understand how farmers and the companies serving them produce abundant, healthy, nutritious, [...] More
Until recently, the idea that people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder could move their lives forward or even reintegrate into their communities was thought by many to be unrealistic and unobtainable. But with the advent of newer medications, lives have been transformed. However, medication is only the first step. The support of people and programs in the community is essential. Opening the [...] More
If you had $1 million, how would you change Rhode Island’s BIPOC community? For many young people of color finding a path to attending college or a university after high school, obtaining safe and affordable housing and having access to healthcare is not easy. The barriers are numerous, but most come down to financial need. In fact, according to RI Kids Count, a smaller proportion of black or [...] More
The Charles P. Bell Conservation Scholarships include one graduate scholarship ($1,000), one undergraduate scholarship ($1,000), and six conservation education grants for elementary, high school or youth group programs ($250 each). In the latter category, adult leaders who work with the Boy or Girl Scouts, 4-H, environmental clubs, etc. are eligible and encouraged to apply. The application [...] More
Partners for Automated Vehicle Education is excited to partner with companies, schools, and other organizations in Albuquerque, Southeast Ohio and Washington, D.C., for an essay contest and scholarship program for high school juniors and seniors. The PAVE Essay Contest and Scholarship Program encourages high school juniors and seniors to imagine a world with autonomous vehicles and write about [...] More
The House Scholarship Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the advancement of education in the U.S. Our organization was originally founded by fellow high school students who wanted to bring scholarship opportunities to young students in the U.S, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or religion. Applicants must: be a US citizen (or a permanent resident of the US); be a [...] More
To increase awareness of women’s ongoing contributions to the mathematical sciences, the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) and Math for America co-sponsor an essay contest for biographies of contemporary women mathematicians and statisticians in academic, industrial, and government careers. The essays will be based primarily on an interview with a woman currently working in or retired [...] More
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The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with Congressional meetings and a special reception. Applicants must [...] More
The Grieg Lodge Scholarship Fund (“GLSF”) was founded, in part, to “develop the pursuit of the intellect and education in all areas of life by providing scholarship grants, to encourage studies of the cultures of Norway and the United States, and for the advancement of literary, musical, artistic and historical creativity.” The Bernhard & Johanna Fedde Grant is awarded annually in the amount of [...] More
Each year, the Live Deliberately Essay Contest invites youth around the world, ages 14-18, to consider a selected Henry David Thoreau quotation and accompanying prompt. Contestants are asked to write a thoughtful essay that uses personal experience and observation to demonstrate how that year’s quotation and prompt relate to their own lives and to the world around them. Like Thoreau, these young [...] More
The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. The Coolidge may be used by recipients at any accredited college or university in the United States. Anyone of any background, pursuing any academic discipline of study, may apply to this non-partisan, need-blind, [...] More
We’ve redefined the meaning of Straight ‘A’s. This scholarship awards high school students who are pursuing Academic Excellence and Athletic Achievement, are Actively serving in the community while possessing strong Ambition, have a winning Attitude, and are able to overcome Adversity. All high school students, freshmen through seniors, with a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average and in the [...] More
MathWorks Math Modeling (M3 Challenge) is a contest for teams of high school juniors and seniors in the U.S. and sixth form students in England and Wales. Through participation in this competition, students experience what it's like to work as a team to tackle a real-world problem under time and resource constraints, akin to those faced by professional mathematicians working in the industry. [...] More
The Thomas K. Evans Memorial Scholarship is a merit-based, one-time gift for new college entrants pursuing education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The scholarship was founded in 2017 to encourage bright, creative young people to achieve and excel in these important disciplines to change the world for the better. Named for the creative, generous engineer who founded [...] More
The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is excited to announce our 22nd Annual Student Essay Contest. This year, we are deeply interested in hearing what students think about the benefits and challenges of a non-violent, democratic society. There are four divisions: 5th – 6th grade, 7th – 8th, 9th-10th, and 11th – 12th. Prizes range from $50 - $1000, thanks to a generous sponsorship by [...] More
Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization, created the International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. AFN encourages young people around the world to carry out individual environmental action projects. We believe that young people can have a positive impact on the environment and are vital in [...] More
Dream.US thinks of their National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated undocumented students with significant, unmet financial need. While they consider your GPA, a greater emphasis is placed on your demonstrated commitment to community service and your ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face each and every day.
Two $2,000 educational scholarships are awarded annually in recognition of youth volunteers who enrich the lives of seniors in our communities. All youth volunteers currently in grades 9 - 12 and have completed a minimum of 20 volunteer hours with one or more seniors by the date of submission are eligible to apply. (Prior year applicants who have not yet received a scholarship award are [...] More
The GRCF Fred and Lena Meijer Scholarship is for a team member or a child (natural, legally adopted, or stepchild) of a Meijer Team Member who has been employed for at least one year by the time of the application deadline. Children of team members must be full-time students to apply, while Meijer team member applicants may be part-time students.
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To encourage the study of Norwegian heritage the Norwegian National League has developed and administers a scholarship program open to children of Norwegian descent in grades 1-12. The students research and write a paper on the topic “Your Family’s Norwegian Heritage” (see the Scholarship Writing Guide for guidance). The younger grades will submit a drawing on a Norwegian topic. Winning students [...] More
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Mildred E. Troske Music Scholarship is offered to a student who is a resident of Kent County (for at least two years) studying music at a camp or undergraduate music majors. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have at least a GPA of 3.0. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the [...] More
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Gerald M. Crane Music Award Scholarship is offered to a high school music student in Kent or Ottawa County requesting money for music lessons, seminars, workshops, summer enrichment programs, music concerts, instruments, books, vocal music lessons or any other kinds of musical materials. The award money may not be used for undergraduate college tuition. [...] More
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Jack Family Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School. Challenge Scholars should demonstrate financial need and have at least a GPA of a 2.0. Otherwise, this award doesn't have many restrictions. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the GRCF [...] More
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Dorothy B. & Charles E. Thomas Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School. Applicants should demonstrate financial need and have at least a GPA of a 2.0. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the GRCF process.
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Geraldine Geistert Boss Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School, and who has at least a GPA of a 3.0. Challenge Scholars should demonstrate financial need. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the GRCF process.
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Margery J. Seeger Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School. Challenge Scholars should demonstrate financial need and have a GPA of at least a 2.0. Otherwise, this scholarship doesn't have many restrictions. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the [...] More
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Orrie & Dorothy Cassada Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School. Challenge Scholars should demonstrate financial need and have at least a GPA of a 2.0. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the GRCF process.
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Stephen Lankester Scholarship is offered to a student who is a Challenge Scholar at Union High School. Challenge Scholars should demonstrate financial need and have at least a GPA of a 2.0. Otherwise, this scholarship doesn't have many restrictions. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and applicants follow the [...] More
The annual Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference program targets rising high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in journalism and who demonstrate qualities of "free spirit". You must be available to attend the all-expenses-paid conference in Washington, D.C., June 24-29. Students must fill out an application, and will be notified by mid-May if they are selected. [...] More
To be eligible for the Estelle Beaumont Ellison Scholarship, a student must be a full-time student, of good moral character, exhibit academic excellence (based on the ability of each student), evidence financial need, and regularly participate in a Christian church. Applicants are not required to be a member of Christ Episcopal Church, however, if an applicant is not a member, a reference from a [...] More
The National Technical Honor Society Scholarship is awarded annually to two qualified FCCLA members, who are also current members of the National Technical Honor Society. Recipients will be selected based on their contribution and leadership within Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, as well as the National Technical Honor Society. The scholarship is applied directly to the college [...] More
The Youthlinc Utah Young Humanitarian Award will recognize Utah students who are full-time juniors or seniors in high school or undergraduate college or university students who excel in their efforts to give back to their communities. One overall high school winner and one overall college winner of the Youthlinc Utah Young Humanitarian Award will each receive a $7,500 award to be used for tuition [...] More
Eligible applicants for the Joyce Ivy Summer Scholars Scholarship are female identifying high school students living in Michigan, Ohio, Nebraska, Missouri, Minnesota, North Dakota or South Dakota, who also attend high school in one of these seven states. Applicants are academically high-achieving students who will be entering 11th or 12th grade in the upcoming fall. Past Summer Scholars, who used [...] More
The ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. Essays are expected to be well-reasoned arguments that indicate a deep understanding of scientific concepts related to the essay question. They are evaluated by ASHG members through three rounds of scoring. Current ASHG members have the [...] More
The Aero Club Foundation of Washington is a 501 (c) (3) organization, based in Washington D.C. It offers a $5,000 scholarship program to provide financial assistance to students in the greater District of Columbia metropolitan area who demonstrate a passion for aviation with the intent to pursue an education and career in aviation or aerospace and have a financial need for scholarship assistance. [...] More
Applicants for the Gold Coast Jazz Society's Jeanette M. Russell Scholarship Fund must be Florida residents who are either current or enrolling college students, graduating high school seniors, high school students or middle school students. Income eligibility guidelines are based on family size and median local income. Awardees are selected through a competitive review and audition process. [...] More
Each year, The Classic Center Cultural Foundation provides $30,000 in annual scholarships to talented high school students to help them pursue their passion in a career that will allow them to spread their artistic wings. Scholarships are awarded for hospitality, performing arts, and visual arts based on an application and audition process.
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation grants [...] More
Cancer Pathways is open to teens in the United States in grades 9-12. Essay length should not exceed 1,500 words. Not eligible: poems, essays about a pet, or fiction. The contest deadline is March 3rd, midnight PST. Cash prizes of $1,000 will be awarded to the winners (winners will be asked to fill out a IRS W-9 form). Winners will be invited to a virtual reception and asked to read their [...] More
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation awards visual arts scholarships to area students based on an application process. Visual arts scholarships are open to 9th through 12th-grade high school students living in the Northeast Georgia region. The available visual arts scholarship funding is brought to you in part by The Ann and Jack Crowley Scholarship Fund for the Visual Arts.
The Science Without Borders Challenge is an international contest that engages students and teachers in ocean conservation through art. This annual competition inspires students to be creative while promoting public awareness of the need to preserve, protect, and restore the world’s oceans and aquatic resources, contributing to the overarching goals of the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans [...] More
The goal of the annual Kaplun Essay Contest is to encourage students to think about their heritage, reflect on their values, and better understand Judaism’s contribution to civilization and culture. We believe strongly in the value of this writing process as a way for young people to explore challenging ethical topics.
The first-place winners in Level 1 and Level 2 will each be awarded $1,800. [...] More
Use your imagination to create a Google Doodle based on what you’re grateful for. Students can work with any materials they choose, but all Doodles must be entered using the entry form. Parents and teachers can mail the completed entry form or submit it online as a .png or .jpg. The National Winner's artwork will be displayed on Google.com for one day. The winner will also receive a $30,000 [...] More
The Gabriela Blanco Scholarship for Siblings Childhood Cancer Survivors applicant must be the sibling of a childhood cancer survivor (does not have to be receiving treatment to qualify), or of a patient that is currently diagnosed with a childhood cancer and is in treatment. Sibling must live in same household as childhood cancer patient, and specifically during their treatment. Siblings of [...] More
To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship, applicants must be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation. Applicants must exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an [...] More
The Jewish United Fund offers a limited number of merit scholarships ($1,000 each) annually to high school students, college students, and young adults up to age 23 who demonstrate significant leadership skills. The purpose of these scholarships is to strengthen Jewish identity, nourish greater commitment to Israel and the Chicago Jewish community, and to recognize future leaders.
The Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award is a scholarship program for Iowa high school juniors. To be eligible for this award, applicants must be a U.S citizen, a junior in an Iowa high school or home schooled program in the upcoming spring, with a high school graduating date the following year. Children or grandchildren of a staff member or trustee of the Hoover Presidential Foundation, Hoover [...] More
The purpose of this program is to increase underrepresented populations participation in the transportation profession by supporting increased diversity at the undergraduate level. Diversity in transportation is critical as practitioners seek to fully understand the transportation needs of communities in the development of equitable mobility improvements to many areas of our society.
Established in 2006 in memory of Linda Walge, an avid Delaware library supporter, the Linda Walge Penman Scholarship is designed to encourage the development of future librarians and young authors and bring awareness of the varied opportunities in the fields of librarianship and writing. In addition to the scholarship award, the winning student receives the opportunity to attend the annual [...] More
The Religious Liberty Essay Scholarship Contest is open to all high school juniors and seniors. There are no requirements regarding GPA, faith, after-school activities or clubs. Students with a Google Account can fill out the Google Form with essays (800-1200 words) uploaded within the form. If students do not have a Google Account, they may contact us to access a fillable PDF form with [...] More
Your path to success includes not just your academic advancement, but also the mental wherewithal to get there. We considered everything from your day-to-day challenges to the outsize stressors of applying to college — not to mention the social unrest, hate crimes, and climate anxiety bubbling around us impacting our Asian American community. Taking a cue from what so many of you are bravely and [...] More
The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Applicants must be academically-outstanding high school juniors from families earning less than $65,000/year for a family of four. College Prep Scholars may receive a full scholarship to a college summer program at top [...] More
Thanks to our Universal Application, you only need to complete one application to apply for more than 200 scholarship opportunities for students across the state of Oklahoma. Before you get started, please make sure you have your Official High School Transcript; Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA; ACT Scores and general details about your college plans. Opportunities are available for all [...] More
The Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition is intended to enlighten students about the many design advantages and infinite application possibilities of aluminum extrusions. Enter your unique and original designs in the International Aluminum Extrusion Design Competition. Show off your talent, ingenuity and creativity by designing components, systems, products or product assemblies that feature at [...] More
The 4-H Youth in Action Program recognizes four confident young leaders who are 4-H members or alumni between the ages of 15-19 in our core pillar areas of Agriculture, Civic Engagement, Healthy Living & STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics). Each of the four pillar winners will receive a $5,000 scholarship for higher education, to be paid directly to the institution, including [...] More
The deadline for Shoreline Arts Alliance's amazing opportunity for high school juniors and seniors, Scholarships in the Arts, is coming up! This is a program which provides $1,000 scholarships and mentorships to outstanding students of the arts in our 24-town region. Categories include Visual Arts, Dance, Voice, Instrumental Music, Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Creative Writing.
Alarm Products Distributors is excited to announce a scholarship opportunity to recognize the children of local first responders. Qualifying applicants who demonstrate extraordinary leadership skills and volunteerism in our community are most welcome to apply. To be eligible for the Dave Ledo Scholarship, applicants must: be a graduating high school senior from an accredited school (home-schooled [...] More
Dalit Solidarity Forum in the USA, Hindus for Human Rights, and Indian American Muslim Council are pleased to present the second annual Essay and Art Contest on Civil and Human Rights. The theme for this year’s contest is: Intersections Between Caste Discrimination and Anti-Black Racism. We invite South Asian American students* in grades 6-12 to reflect on the intersections between caste [...] More
We are thrilled to offer on-going scholarship or scholarships for Campaign Pay it Forward to ensure that as many people as possible can be trained in providing care in an emergency. Campaign Pay it Forward additionally provides courses in Stop the Bleed, Scouting, CPR AED, First Aid, Basic Life Support, TACMED, Lifeguard Training, Babysitting, Water safety, SERV Safe, Wilderness First Aid and [...] More
Blades of Green has created a merit-based scholarship fund for individuals seeking undergraduate education in environmental studies or related fields. Mark and Brad Leahy will give away two (2) $1,000 scholarships for the 2023 academic year. The scholarship will be awarded based on academic excellence, pursuit of further study in environmental education at an accredited college or university, and [...] More
We've taken our California student video contest and expanded it across the U.S. High school students are invited to create a fun and informative short video (60 seconds max) highlighting the ways special districts ‘Make the Difference’ in local communities across the US for a chance to win a scholarship. Additional prize money will be given to the teachers of the winning students to promote [...] More
Hearthstone Housing Foundation's Scholarship Fund was created to develop and empower new generations to achieve their educational endeavors. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, or come from a low-income household; be 15-25 years of age, and reside at a Hearthstone Housing Foundation property or in a county where a Hearthstone property is located. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required for high [...] More
All women enrolled in a U.S. based institution – high school, college, university, graduate school, etc. – are able to apply for the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation 1,000 Dreams Scholarship , regardless of citizenship. You must show proof of current enrollment in a United States based school. The students eligible for assistance shall: demonstrate financial need; include two letters of [...] More
The Walgreens Expressions Challenge program was launched at the suggestion of the Walgreens Community Task Force. The group was alarmed by the rising incidents of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV and AIDS, among high school students ages 13 to 18. How, the group wondered, could students find creative ways to express themselves about some very serious topics while also becoming [...] More
Oak Wood Lodge #1444 will be awarding scholarships to worthy applicants from academic institutions who will be attending Texas institutions of higher education. The exact dollar amount of each scholarship will depend upon the size of investment income from the Oakwood Scholarship Fund. The scholarships are designed to assist individuals pursuing a post-secondary education, which provides a two or [...] More
An International GRHS Essay Contest, sponsored by the Germans from Russia Heritage Society, will be held to encourage students to learn about the history and culture of the German-Russians, people who emigrated from Germany into Russia during the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, in the USA, Canada and other countries in the Western Hemisphere, these people have become known as Germans from Russia. [...] More
Sarasota Music Club's music scholarship program has supported music education for many years. In 2016, the club formed a partnership with Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota and introduced a new, combined scholarship program - Suncoast Music Scholarships. Young musicians who are awarded a Suncoast Music Scholarship can use the funds to pay for expenses related to continuing their music [...] More
The Folds of Honor Higher Education Scholarship program was established to provide post-secondary scholarship assistance for spouses and dependents of our nation’s fallen or disabled service members. Applicants may be high school students who are concurrently enrolled in college courses or undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in community college, college or a university. [...] More
To be eligible for the Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship, applicants must: be from a low-income household or demonstrate financial need; be 15-25 years of age; be a resident of a Hearthstone Housing Foundation property or a county where a Hearthstone property is located?; a full-time high school student, or a full-time undergraduate student attending a college, university, or vocational [...] More
To be eligible for the Captain Jeff Kuss Aviation Scholarship, applicants must: be current Colorado Residents; be between 16-25; have a 3.0 GPA; demonstrate financial need; and, be able to pass at least a third class FAA medical examination for flight training. [...] More
BIACS is pleased to offer several ($1500 and $1000) Merit and Need based scholarships to college-bound, graduating high school seniors from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Application are to submitted through the Scholarship portal on the BIACS website. Scholarships will be awarded at the Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society Annual Scholarship presentation at a banquet to be held in Lexington, KY. [...] More
The Saab Family Foundation provides scholarships to individuals seeking to pursue private high school education or higher education in the pursuit of a two- or four-year undergraduate degree. Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and financial need; and may be provided to cover tuition, room and board, fees, and book expenses. Applicants must be private high school students or [...] More
The Mansfield Noon Lions Club Scholarship Fund provides scholarships and or educational assistance for the visually handicapped pursuing their education either part or full-time, giving priority to those students graduating from the visually impaired program at Mansfield City Schools, and whose visual handicap, which means an impairment which, even with correction, adversely affects a child's [...] More
To apply, students must achieve a total cumulative GPA (3½ years) of at least 3.2 and meet one of the following: Are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent and live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of California, Illinois and Nevada, only where Branches of the Federation are established; or Are Roman Catholic but need not be of Italian Descent or live where Branches of the Federation are [...] More
The Powering Education Scholarship was established by Alpha One to assist people with disabilities who wish to pursue post-secondary education. The scholarship will provide up to $2000 per candidate who is accepted into post-secondary school education (after high school), including undergraduate college education as well as graduate programs. Applicants must have a documented disability, be [...] More
Project Yellow Light is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. People know distracted driving is dangerous, but they do it anyway. As an applicant you have one clear mission: create a PSA to encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving, specifically using your phone while driving. Whether it’s sending a text, commenting on a photo, or messaging your friends in your [...] More
This endowed flight training scholarship is administered through the EAA chapter network, and was created in Kylie Murray's name to honor her legacy. The recipient of the Kylie Murray Memorial Flight Training Scholarship will have the following characteristics similar to Kylie: Woman ages 16 – 19. Committed interest to earning an aviation-oriented college degree including, but not limited to, [...] More
The Naija Nation Legacy Foundation has ambitions to make a huge impact on our members' lives. In the next five years, we plan to award $50,000 in scholarships to applicants who are motivated to better themselves through education. This year, we will be awarding three scholarships: a $1,000 scholarship; a $750 scholarship; and a $500 scholarship. Anyone of African heritage, with a minimum [...] More
The SLAS-NOBCChE Scholarship aims to increase the diversity of the global science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) workforce by supporting young people of color, who are often underrepresented in the STEM field. This year, we will award two $50,000 scholarships to support students of color who will pursue an undergraduate STEM degree after high school, which includes mentorship [...] More
Conserve Wildlife Foundation invites high school students from across the state to submit an original social media campaign showing why it is important to protect wildlife in New Jersey. The fun and educational "Species on the Edge 2.0" Social Media Contest capitalizes on high school students' expertise with social media platforms and provides them with the opportunity to showcase their talent, [...] More
The Foreign Service is an important element of the American approach to peace-building around the world. Over the last century, our diplomats have been involved in significant events in history – decisions on war and peace, reacting to natural disasters and pandemics, facilitating major treaties, and more. As AFSA looks back on their century-long history, we invite you to do the same.
The Brian Pearson Memorial Scholarship recognizes outstanding athletes from Iowa. One $1,000 scholarship annually will be awarded to one male and one female Iowan. Throughout the selection process, the degree of participation in the Iowa Games will be given consideration, as well as the applicant’s display of character. Eligible recipients for the scholarship are those students who will be in [...] More
The Joshua L. Anderson Memorial Foundation was created in 1992 to award scholarships to deserving student/athlete graduates from high schools in Northern Nevada. Since inception 30 years ago, the Foundation has awarded three hundred and fifty three (353) scholarships to students from thirty three different Northern Nevada high schools. The Foundation expects to award 15 additional scholarships [...] More
The Songwriters' Association of Mid-north Indiana (SAMI) is accepting applications for the Shirley Martin Scholarship for Young Songwriters, which includes the Mike Lane Horizon Award. The scholarship and awards are for songwriters age 14 to 19, who live in Benton, Carroll, Cass, Clinton, Fountain, Howard, Jasper, Montgomery, Newton, Pulaski, Tippecanoe, Tipton, Warren or White County, Indiana [...] More
Children’s Cancer Cause is pleased to offer an annual opportunity for two childhood cancer survivors to gain valuable cancer advocacy experience. The College Scholars Program includes a requirement of completing a childhood cancer advocacy project of the scholar’s choice. Projects could be as extensive as a summer internship at CCC's DC office to something more local, like organizing an awareness [...] More
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) “Lanford Family Highway Worker Memorial Scholarship Program” provides financial assistance to help the sons, daughters, or legally adopted children of highway workers killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty pursue post-high-school education. Scholarships are awarded annually. The [...] More
The U.S. Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP) was founded in 1997 by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) to complement the Stockholm Water Prize. The SJWP is the world's most prestigious award presented to a high school student for a water-research project. Since the prize's inception, WEF has conducted the U.S. SJWP to send a national winner to the international competition. The [...] More
This “Celebrating Cultural Muslims” competition is a creative opportunity to explore Cultural Muslim Identity. Address one of the question prompts by submitting an essay, drawing, short video, audio recording, or photograph. Use the online form to enter. Entries will be reviewed by a panel of celebrity judges. People of cultural Muslim heritage are a growing part of America’s national tapestry – [...] More
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes welcomes applications from public-spirited young people and honors outstanding young leaders who have made a significant positive difference to people and our planet. Their leadership and courage make them true heroes - and inspirations to us all. Applicants must be 8 to 18 years of age and must be permanent residents of the U.S or Canada, and must be [...] More
Twisted Pink, along with the family and closest friends of Jennifer Alderman, will honor her legacy and recognize Jennifer's lifelong dream of being a constant and present figure in her children’s life with the annual Jennifer Casey Alderman Legacy Scholarship Award. This award will provide one young adult annually with a $10,000 scholarship to seek a higher education. Scholarship recipients are [...] More
All Ohio high school students who are juniors or seniors and who meet the qualifications noted on the scholarship application are invited to apply for a Believe in Ohio STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Scholarship. The purpose of this scholarship program is to recognize students throughout Ohio for their contributions to STEM Innovation and Entrepreneurship. To ensure that students [...] More
To be eligible for the Joseph B. Ezhaya Memorial Scholarship, applicants must: be currently attending a Mid-Maine Chamber area high school (Lawrence, Winslow, Mt. View, Waterville, Messalonskee, MCI, Erskine, Calvary Temple, Maine Arts Academy or Good Will-Hinckley); have an academic average of at least a "C;" show evidence of community service and involvement; complete a required essay on [...] More
The Lisa Higgins Hussman Scholarship supports students attending two-year universities, life skills or postsecondary programs, or vocational, technical, or trade schools. Hussman applicants typically make up the pool of talented students who face daily challenges related to autism and attend programs that assist in skill-building, job readiness, and other transition-related skills. In addition to [...] More
Time to get creative and speak out about the #1 killer of young people! The Create Real Impact Contest calls on students, ages 14-22, to showcase their solutions and strategies to stop the #1 killer of young people–car crashes caused by reckless and distracted driving. Students submit one entry into one of the four categories: creative writing, video, graphic design, or music. We have individual [...] More
The mission of the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) is to promote and enhance access to higher education by delivering quality student financial aid information and services to residents of the Commonwealth, and thus ensuring that they have an opportunity to enrich their lives and contribute to the economic development and social progress of the state. OSFA has a [...] More
The Weston Scholarship was established to support high school and college students studying fine art photography, specifically students practicing black and white film photography. Students must be enrolled in a Monterey or Santa Cruz County high school, college, or university when they apply for a Weston Scholarship. Film and Digital Portfolios Accepted. Your portfolio must consist of only one [...] More
Each year, qualified African-American and Black junior and senior high school students participate in the Essay Contest and Issue Forum. Students are presented with a topic that embodies some of our communities’ most pressing issues and are asked to write an essay to defend their research, analyses, and opinion. Submissions are judged by a special committee of CBC Spouses. Winners and their [...] More
Students must be in a school in Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. WGA's panel of art experts will select one finalist from each state and territory. State Winners will receive $200 and compete for overall First [...] More
Dedman Scholars belong to cohorts organized by entering class, with each cohort named after a Dedman virtue: humility, sacrifice, courage, conviction, honor, compassion, integrity, and honesty. These eight virtues also reflect the character attributes that Robert Dedman upheld in his own life and identified as the foundation for his success. The Dedman Distinguished Scholars Program at The [...] More
The Mica Hammond Fund Education Reimbursement For Special Needs Families was established to award approximately two $1,000 scholarships annually to needs-based families of children with rare or undiagnosed diseases to help those children or immediate family members attend college/get an education. The myriad challenges related to caring for those with rare and undiagnosed special needs can be [...] More
The Robert J. Frankel Scholarship is available to a student attending a college or university in California or New York state, pursuing any field of study, whose family is employed in the Thoroughbred industry. To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must be 24 years old or younger as of September 1st; have at least a 2.85 GPA and have an annual household income of less than $75,000 or be [...] More
The John Lepping Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to qualified students seeking to further their education by attending college. The amount of the scholarship is up to $5,000. At least four scholarships will be awarded. To be eligible, students must have one or more disabilities, including, but not limited to physical conditions (spinal cord injury, loss of limb, birth defects, etc.) and [...] More
Earth Island Institute established the Brower Youth Awards for Environmental Leadership in 2000 to honor renowned environmental advocate David Brower, who said, “I love to see what young people can do, before someone old tells them it’s impossible.” It is with this spirit that we recognize the outstanding leadership efforts of young people who are working for the protection of our shared [...] More
The Paradigm Challenge is an ongoing competition that invites students up to age 18 from around the world to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve real-life problems and make a difference. Students may enter the Paradigm Challenge individually or as teams of any size. All types of entries are welcome, including posters, videos, inventions, public messages, community events, [...] More
AU’s annual contest encourages students to reflect on why religious freedom and the separation of religion and government are important to them and their communities—and what they can do to ensure religious freedom is used as a shield that protects, not a sword to harm others. Submission to essays closed on May 8 but we are still accepted videos until June 5, 2023. We accept submissions from high [...] More
Dream it. Build it. Live it. Innovate with passion and bring your idea to life in the Imagine Cup. Collaborate with other students and build your skills together to solve global issues. The Imagine Cup is full of opportunities to gain new skills, access exclusive training, unlock mentorship opportunities, have the chance to win great prizes, and make a difference in the world. Open to students [...] More
Scholarship Criteria: Full- or part-time MCC students, including Career Academy or Dual Credit students; May be used for tuition, fees, books, and postage or shipping supplies; For students enrolled in Transportation, Logistics, Warehousing, and Distribution Supply Chain; Financial Need may be considered, but is not required; Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above; Scholarships are usually [...] More
Smile Train’s College Scholarship Program is open to all US-based high school seniors born with a cleft. Interested students will fill out the application below and write short essays on their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and how being cleft-affected has impacted their lives. This opportunity is not available to current or former Smile Train staff members, Board of Directors [...] More
The Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel Valleys (“the Jewish Federation SGPV”) will award a scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to a current high school junior student. The scholarship will be sent to the college the student will attend following completion of high school. The applicant must be high school junior, graduating in 2024, and planning to attend a 4-year college after high [...] More
HighSchool.GG is proud to present the Oregon and Washington State Scholastic Esports Championships. The championships are open to high school students in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho (which includes both public and private schools). For each school, there must be one adult (parent/guardian, teacher, or staff member) accompanying the student(s). The championships being offered are Smash Bros, [...] More
The Humane Education Network in partnership with the Animal Welfare Institute offers an Annual A Voice for Animals High School Contest. Participants must currently be attending middle or high school, or be home-schooled and under 19 years of age on the date, the contest opens for entries. The competition has sections for 14-15-year-old students and sections for 16-18-year-old students. [...] More
To qualify for the Hospitality Education Scholarship, students must have an overall cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 and must enroll to study hospitality at either the University of New Orleans or Delgado Community College. Applicants must be a high school junior or senior in the Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, Iberville, Tangipahoa, [...] More
The AWIS NJ Essay Competition is an opportunity for graduating high school senior women entering a STEM program in college to be recognized for their accomplishments and their writing and interviewing skills. Three finalists will receive award certificates and cash scholarships. The competition is also open to rising senior women, the top three of whom will receive award certificates.
The Bayar Fellowship aims to empower high school students from marginalized communities and low income backgrounds by providing them with the fundamental tools necessary to become leaders in their communities. To be eligible for The Bayar Fellowship, you must be a high school student who is interested in utilizing business principles to improve your community. The curriculum consists of a variety [...] More
To be eligible for the NMOST Advancing Young Women in STEM Scholarship, applicants must: be a high school junior or senior applying for a college program in a STEM discipline, or be a current undergraduate pursing a STEM degree; be a resident of New Mexico or be currently enrolled at a New Mexico college or university; have a 2.5 GPA; and be a young woman (25 or younger) pursing a STEM education [...] More
The Pennsylvania Podiatric Medical Association (PPMA) and the Podiatric Medical Assurance of Pennsylvania (PMAP) program have teamed up to offer a scholarship opportunity to its members and policyholders. Children of PPMA members in good standing that maintain current liability insurance through PMAP are invited to apply. The scholarship shall be used to offset costs incurred to attend an [...] More
Through the generous sponsorship of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) AgeLab and AARP Massachusetts, the MIT AgeLab’s Opportunities for Multigenerational Exchange, Growth and Action (OMEGA) program is proud to offer five $5000 college scholarships to recognize the efforts that teens are making to create multigenerational connections. The OMEGA Scholarship is intended to amplify and [...] More
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit is seeking submissions for its essay contest. The contest is open to all students currently in grades 9 through 12 from Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Students are invited to consider and share their thoughts on the question: "In light of Meyer and later cases, may a state, consistent with the protections [...] More
The primary purpose of the Jayda Dionne Parker Scholarship Fund is to provide a deserving student with financial assistance for college expenses. To be considered for the JDP Scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application form; Documentation of acceptance or enrollment in FAMU’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication; One (1) letter of recommendation from a teacher, [...] More
Applicants of the Lyric Music Theater Scholarship must apply in writing, stating qualifications and proposed use of the scholarship award. Applicants may be of any age, but they must be Maine residents and have a connection to Lyric Music Theater. Scholarships shall be awarded no more than four times to any one individual. The scholarship award is to be conditioned upon active participation in, [...] More
All students currently enrolled in the 11th grade and attending a Minnesota public, private, or parochial high school or a home study program and who plan to further their education at a college, university, or vocational school are eligible for the Minnesota Association of Townships (MAT) Scholarship. Applicants must complete an application form and submit it along with a written essay using [...] More
The ConnectHER Film Festival is an international youth competition that welcomes short films about issues that impact women and girls. Before making a film for submission, please read all of the following entry requirements and FAQs. Films must focus on one of our topic areas listed on our website. Categories include global girls’ education, women and work, ending violence against women, women [...] More
A Holocaust survivor who endured not only incarceration in Auschwitz, but a deadly and horrific death march to Bergen-Belsen, she turned to volunteering and education after coming to the United States. For over fifty years, she dedicated herself to the Jewish communities of Tennessee and Holocaust education efforts around the state. A twice-published author, she raised her voice in the hope that [...] More
My Manas Foundation awards scholarships for higher education institutions or vocational schools in the United States of America for students living in the Houston and Greater Houston areas. Additional consideration is given to youth who demonstrate the traits of an underdog. An underdog is an individual who, despite facing challenges such as those of academic or financial issues, still displays [...] More
The mission of the United States Senate Youth Program is to provide a yearly opportunity for selected students to gain an in-depth view of the Senate and the federal government overall as well as a deeper understanding of the interrelationship of the legislative, judicial and executive branches. The program provides a foundation of knowledge and encouragement for those considering a future of [...] More
Because Zonta International believes that young women are the key to women’s advancement in the field of public service, it offers the Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA) Award, which recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.
The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all high school students (9th through 12th grades) interested in the American Revolution to participate in the George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest. The contest is open to all US Citizen and Legal Resident students attending home schools, public, parochial, or private high schools in that same grade range. The [...] More
OJEFA currently offers scholarships to bring aspiring young outdoors communicators to the SEOPA conference at absolutely no cost to them. One is through the Lindsay Sale-Tinney Award. Recipients will learn about all aspects of outdoor communications from the people who make it happen day in and day out. Recipients of the Lindsay Sale-Tinney Award receive many things, such as free conference [...] More
The American Fisheries Society is a worldwide organization of professional fishery scientists. Founded in 1870, the society is the world's oldest and largest organization dedicated to strengthening the fisheries profession, advancing fisheries science, and conserving fisheries resources. The mission of the Society and the Idaho Chapter is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery [...] More
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge for high school students under age 20. Competition begins at the post level and advances to a state competition. Legion department representatives certify one winner [...] More
There are dozens of UNCF Scholarships for which you may qualify! UNCF has helped more than 500,000 students earn their college degrees since its founding. UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, we award more than $100 million in scholarships to students attending more than 1,100 schools across the country, including our prestigious network [...] More
The Tommy Tranchin Award was established at The Dallas Foundation to support students with physical, emotional or intellectual disabilities who have shown promise or passion in a chosen field of interest. Tommy’s family wants to recognize his creativity and adventurous spirit by helping other young people with disabilities develop their own talents and explore new opportunities. Please note that [...] More
Growing Up Asian in America provides a unique platform for young people to creatively explore and celebrate being both Asian or Pacific Islander and American. Applicants must be Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese or other Asian/Pacific Islander, multi-cultural ethnicity in grades K-12. Applicants must live in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa [...] More
As the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, the American Legion is devoted to mutual helpfulness, and is committed to: mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans. Each year The Department of North Carolina joins [...] More
Great Lake Hemophilia Foundation scholarships are offered to individuals and families living with a bleeding disorder. It is our goal that those living with bleeding disorders have access to educational opportunities that will enhance their lives and prepare them to become self-sufficient and productive members of the workforce. Scholarship program goals include: improved patient and family [...] More
By participating in Student Visionaries of the Year, students can: Boost their resumes for college or job applications; Gain valuable life skills in marketing, entrepreneurship, project management and public speaking; Earn scholarships for college; Complete required community-service hours; Earn recognition for their schools and communities.
Please visit the "Nominate a Candidate" page and [...] More
Poetry Out Loud encourages the nation’s youth to learn about great poetry through exploration, memorization, and performance. The inspiration for this program is to promote poetry in both the classroom and the community. Students compete in school programs and have the chance to advancing to the national finals in Washington D.C. Check with your school if it participates in the program. Only [...] More
The Zonta Club of Jamestown has been serving the women of Upstate New York and the world since 1921. Since our inception, we’ve dedicated ourselves to service projects, fundraisers, and preserving our history. Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy. The Zonta Club of Jamestown is one of over 1200 Clubs that [...] More
Each year outstanding young musicians from around the world receive the VSA International Young Musicians Award, $2,000, and the opportunity to participate in professional development and performance opportunities provided by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
This program is open to U.S. and international musicians and ensembles of any genre or instrument, [...] More
The Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) seeks to promote respect for all people. Through its scholarships, the community foundation supports all students regardless of their race, age, ancestry or national origin, sexual orientation, gender, physical or mental disability, religion, or geographical region within the state of Maine. MaineCF encourages all students seeking post-secondary, graduate, [...] More
At the Better Business Bureau (BBB), we believe it is never too early to introduce and emphasize the importance of ethics. At the high school level, students begin to face ethical decisions that may impact the rest of their lives. They serve as role models whose moral compass not only guides their actions, but also influences those around them. The BBB seeks to honor ethical students for doing [...] More
The Model NATO Challenge is a scholarship competition in which the top 30 applicants along with alternates are chosen to participate in a mock global crisis simulation, confronting issues facing today’s NATO Alliance. Student Diplomats are chosen to represent each of the NATO Member Nations. Student Diplomats must work together to address a crisis scenario such as piracy, immigration, or another [...] More
NetJets, the global leader in private aviation, is proud to support the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals with this $50,000 Scholarship Fund. The NetJets Aviation Maintenance SkillPointe Scholarship will award five (5) $5,000 scholarships for aviation maintenance technician education to individuals planning to earn their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License and work in eleven [...] More
Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) is a free, Tri-Service (U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force and Space Force) sponsored high school STEM competition. High school students present their original science, technology, engineering, or mathematics research while competing for scholarships and cash awards at the Regional and National level. Along the way, they are [...] More
The NYC Dance Alliance Foundation Inc. (NYCDAF) is an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) public charity, committed to enriching the lives of talented teenagers by promoting education and high standards of excellence in dance, while promoting performing arts awareness. In 2019, the Foundation established a program recognizing those dancers who choose to attend a certificate program. Dancers choosing to pursue [...] More
Kids’ Chance of Maine is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides scholarships for children of workers that have been seriously injured or killed in a compensable work-related accident or occupational disease. Scholarships are awarded once a year and students may apply every year for which they are eligible. Current annual scholarship amounts range from $1,000 to $5,000 and are [...] More
The Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on assisting in the betterment of the region through charitable activities. Funds raised by the Foundation are utilized primarily for education/workforce development initiatives and charitable activities in North Central Massachusetts, including scholarships to eligible applicants pursuing education and grants to support economic [...] More