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Biology is a popular major among college students — and not just those with visions of crisp white lab coats dancing in their heads. Whether or not you plan to acquire an M.D., you have plenty of options as a biology student: Your employment options include working in aquariums, schools, hospitals, parks, zoos, laboratories and more.

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But before you make your career move, you have to finish school. School will cost you money, and money doesn’t grow on trees — even biologists can’t make that happen. If you’re willing to put forth the effort, you can find a number of biology scholarships that can help you pay for a college education.

Numerous scholarship providers have gone out of their way to create scholarship funds for students who have set their sights on studying biology. Some have done this because of their love of the subject, some in memory of important biologists and some, well, who knows why some have done it. The important thing is that these biology scholarships are out there, just waiting to be awarded.

If you plan to make biology into a career, or at least a major, take the time to search for biology scholarships. Scholarships.com has information about numerous biology scholarships especially created for majors. In addition to these, you may also want to look at medical scholarships which, as a biology student, you may be eligible to receive. To find information about biology scholarships and grants you may qualify for based on major or additional criteria, try conducting a free college scholarship search at Scholarships.com.

National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholars Program

  • Amount $15,000
  • Deadline December 4, 2023

Since 2013, The National Space Club and Foundation have been providing a unique opportunity for a student to deliver the keynote address at the prestigious Goddard Memorial Dinner, an annual event that gathers prominent figures in the space industry. This scholarship opportunity is designed for students with a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) who excel both ... Read more

Annual SLMP Student Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline December 9, 2023

The Society of Lake Management professionals (SLMP) is seeking applications for its annual Student Scholarship Award. SLMP intends to award $6,000 (1st- $3,000, 2nd - $2,000 and 3rd - $1,000) in scholarships to the top three successful applicants at the January SLMP Summit that will take place in January at the Hard Rock Hotel in Daytona Beach, Florida. Scholarship funds are provided directly to ... Read more

Cards Against Humanity Science Ambassador Scholarship

  • Amount $160,000
  • Deadline December 13, 2023

The Science Ambassador Scholarship aims to empower and recognize the academic contributions of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). To apply, prospective candidates are required to create a three-minute educational video showcasing their passion for a STEM topic. The scholarship emphasizes creativity, accuracy, and a demonstrable enthusiasm for the chosen subject. ... Read more

Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline December 20, 2023

This scholarship is named for Dr. Foster in tribute to her outstanding contributions in advancing NOAA's mission through her excellence leadership, mentorship and her life long passion for marine science. Her early understanding of marine ecosystems and their conservation, and the need to consider the interdependent roles of organisms in marine ecosystems, set her apart as a pioneer and ... Read more

NSTA Angela Award

  • Amount $500
  • Deadline December 21, 2023

Established in honor of Dr. Gerry Wheeler, for his outstanding dedication to NSTA and lifelong commitment to science education and towards encouraging girls to consider careers in STEM. The award recognizes one female student in grades 5-8 who has shown excellence of involvement and/or has strong connections to science; evidence of sustained accomplishments or progress/interest in science; and ... Read more

Maodong Xu Science & Technology Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline December 31, 2023

The Maodong Xu Science & Technology Scholarship supports students seeking a career in technology with a minor focus in business. To apply for this $1,000 scholarship, eligible students must submit a 1000-word essay and meet the eligibility requirements detailed below. Scholarship Details $1,000 scholarship opportunity Open to high school seniors and current full-time college students ... Read more

Brake It Down Scholarship

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline December 31, 2023

Vehicular accidents among teens are approximately 4 times higher than that of other age groups. Luckily, you can join hands with your friends to commit to safe driving. Take a quiz about how well you know your bestie, and share a customized guide with them with tips and advice to stay safe on and around the roads. You’ll even enter for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 ... Read more

Apprentice Ecologist Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline December 31, 2023

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 ... Read more

York County Conservation District Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline December 31, 2023

The York County Conservation District will award scholarships to any York County residents majoring in – or planning to major in – the field of conservation (agriculture, environmental, natural history, natural resource management or related science field). Applicants must be currently enrolled or already accepted to an accredited college or university. Applicant must not have received a York ... Read more

MIT THINK Out of the Box Scholars Program

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline January 1, 2024

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 ... Read more

University of Rochester First Robotics Scholarship

  • Amount $60,000
  • Deadline January 5, 2024

Like many colleges and universities, we distinguish between two types of financial assistance: support based on merit and support based on need. A financial aid offer from the University often includes both types of aid. Merit-based aid comes in the form of scholarships and can be automatically reapplied to your financial aid package each year. Many scholarships are awarded by the arts, sciences ... Read more

Harlem YMCA bai Corporate Scholarship Award

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline January 7, 2024

The bai Corporate Scholarship Program, an initiative of the Harlem Y's college readiness and career exploration program, aims to empower underserved, college-bound teens in New York City. This scholarship is designed to support high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and leadership potential. Since its inception, the program has awarded nearly $2 million in college scholarship ... Read more

Ohio Soybean Council Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships

  • Amount $10,000
  • Deadline January 12, 2024

In order to ensure the future prosperity of the U.S. soybean industry, it is important that students understand the wide variety of opportunities available in agricultural careers. The Ohio Soybean Foundation Undergraduate scholarship program encourages undergraduate students at Ohio colleges and universities to pursue degrees in one of the many academic fields that support the future of the ... Read more

The Ocean Foundation Boyd N. Lyon Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline January 15, 2024

The Boyd N. Lyon Scholarship was created in honor of the late Boyd N. Lyon, a true friend and respected researcher who had a unique passion for the study and preservation of the majestic sea turtle. Applications are invited from Masters and Ph.D. level students that work and/or research in an area consistent with the Boyd Lyon Sea Turtle Fund’s mission to support field research projects that ... Read more

Garden Club of America's Coastal Wetland Studies Award

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline January 15, 2024

The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) has a three-part mission to conduct research in coastal ocean and estuarine science, educate students and citizens, and provide advisory service to policy makers, industry, and the public. VIMS provides these services to Virginia, the nation, and the world. Chartered in 1940, VIMS is currently among the largest marine research and education centers ... Read more

DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline January 18, 2024

Established in 1991, the Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) provides outstanding benefits and opportunities to students pursuing doctoral degrees in fields that use high-performance computing to solve complex science and engineering problems. The program fosters a community of energetic and committed Ph.D. students, alumni, DOE laboratory staff and other ... Read more

ACF Red Baucher Scholarship Fund

  • Amount $500
  • Deadline January 20, 2024

The Red Boucher Scholarship honors the late H.A. “Red” Boucher and was established by the Alaska Society for Technology in Education in 2008. Applicants must be a graduating senior (homeschooled students included), or previous graduate, of an Alaskan high school, be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and must be formally enrolled full-time in a technology-related ... Read more

Joy Cappel Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline January 20, 2024

Each year, the Joy Cappel Scholarship will award two life sciences students with $2,500 each. The scholarship is intended to foster a new generation of researchers and help support these young investigators in their scientific training. For more than 30 years, Rockland was guided by Joy Cappel, President and CEO. Mrs. Cappel’s vision to help define mechanisms underlying cell function and disease ... Read more

Edison Scholars Program

  • Amount $50,000
  • Deadline January 23, 2024

The Edison Scholars Program recognizes students who want to be makers of tomorrow — the dreamers, inventors, guardians and pioneers — those who dare to be great. Edison International will award $50,000 college scholarships to 30 high school seniors to help them follow their dreams in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) and empower them to change the world. This is a chance for ... Read more

College of Saint Mary Marie Curie Scholarship

  • Amount $80,000
  • Deadline January 23, 2024

With the support of the National Science Foundation, College of Saint Mary offers a unique and competitive program for academically talented students who excel in STEM. Our Marie Curie Scholarship provides significant financial support and resources for young women who want to major in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Human Biology (non-Pre-PA majors). You could receive up to $20,000 toward ... Read more

Quad City Engineering and Science Council Scholarship (QCESC)

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline January 23, 2024

Since 1994, the Quad City Engineering and Science Council, in collaboration with its member societies, local businesses, and regional universities, has been annually providing one-time scholarships to high school seniors pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) studies. This past year, 17 scholarships totaling $33,000 were awarded at the Annual National Engineers Week STEM ... Read more

Penn State Braddock Scholarship

  • Amount $40,000
  • Deadline January 29, 2024

The Penn State Braddock Scholarship is available to outstanding high school seniors who are interested in the study of Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Physics, or Pre-Medicine at Penn State's University Park campus. Several scholarships are offered annually to incoming students using the application ... Read more

HBCU Week x FOSSI STEM Scholarship

  • Amount $40,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) is a program providing scholarships and professional development opportunities directed at furthering science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in students from underrepresented communities. If selected, the student will receive a $40,000 scholarship award disbursed in the amount of $10,000 per year, for up to four years. ... Read more

IWEA Environmental Career Scholarship

  • Amount $500
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The IWEA Environmental Career Scholarship supports science-oriented high school students in Illinois preparing for college. We offer a $500 scholarship for college-bound seniors interested in science and the environment. Scholarship recipients will be introduced at our Annual Conference. Additionally, we provide a reimbursement grant of up to $250 to the recommending teacher. Scholarship ... Read more

EPP Undergraduate Scholarship Program

  • Amount $45,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship provides funds for two years of undergraduate study majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) discipline related to NOAA's programs and mission. The program is targeted toward students who have completed their sophomore year and are attending minority-serving institutions (MSIs). You must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national who is ... Read more

APS/IBM Research Internship for Undergraduate Women

  • Amount $8,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The American Physical Society and IBM co-sponsor two undergraduate research internship programs: the APS/IBM Research Internship for Undergraduate Women, and the APS/IBM Research Internships for Underrepresented Minority Students. The goal of these internships is to encourage women and underrepresented minorities to pursue graduate studies in science and engineering. Any student who identifies as ... Read more

WSU Arthur and Doreen Parrett Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

Even if your grades aren’t perfect, apply. Academic performance is important, but it isn’t the only thing that matters. Academic interests, talent, financial need, community service, leadership, career ambitions, campus involvement—any of these could qualify you for scholarship awards from WSU or from outside sources. Awards can range from several hundred dollars to full coverage of tuition and ... Read more

Boren Scholarships

  • Amount $25,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

Boren Scholarships, a prestigious initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide unique funding opportunities for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. In exchange for ... Read more

LPGA Chevron Changing the Face of Golf Scholarship

  • Amount $10,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The Chevron Changing the Face of Golf Scholarship, established in partnership with the LPGA Foundation, is a groundbreaking initiative to empower young women from minority backgrounds. With a commitment to promoting diversity and educational opportunities in STEM fields, Chevron is proud to offer five $2,500 scholarships annually. This scholarship program not only supports academic pursuits but ... Read more

Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship

  • Amount $19,000
  • Deadline January 31, 2024

The Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship Scholarship Program provides successful undergraduate applicants with awards that include academic assistance for two years of full-time study and a 10-week, full-time paid internship at an NOAA facility during the summer. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, currently enrolled or accepted as a full-time second-year student in a four-year academic ... Read more

APS Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

The American Physiological Society is offering the Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship to undergraduate students studying physiology. Applicant should not have more than nine calendar months of research experience in a physiology laboratory, no previous peer reviewed publications, and no previous abstracts submitted to national or international meetings. ... Read more

Vincent and Catherine Sansalone Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

The Vincent and Catherine Sansalone Scholarship recipient is selected by the College of Science and Technology and must be majoring in a math or science discipline with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0. Preference is given to students of Italian American heritage. Students may be required to submit a paper describing the influences of their heritage and culture in their life. To be considered you ... Read more

ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship

  • Amount $40,000
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

The ASFPM Foundation has established eligibility criteria for the Future Leaders Scholarship, and along with a demonstration of financial need, the student must be pursuing a course of study related to the vision of the ASFPM Foundation. After graduation the student must plan to work in a profession that focuses on reducing the risk and impacts of floods on people and communities. Scholarship ... Read more

Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, Inc. Scholarships

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, Inc. Scholarships are one-year grants available for college juniors, seniors, or graduate students pursuing a masters degree. Applicants must be legal residents of Maryland and must attend an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicants must be planning a career related to gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design or ... Read more

Abdul Waheed Scholarship in Biochemistry

  • Amount $35,000
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

The Abdul Waheed Scholarship is a highly competitive scholarship for Ph.D. students within the Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences at Saint Louis University. The Scholarship is available to one Ph.D. graduate student and one M.D./Ph.D. student per year who plan to join the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Graduate Program. The scholarship includes a $35,000 yearly stipend, tuition, and ... Read more

ASPET Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow (SURF) Individual Awards

  • Amount $2,800
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

The ASPET Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow (SURF) Awards introduce undergraduate students to pharmacology research. Their goal is to use authentic, mentored research experiences in pharmacology to heighten student interest in careers in research and related health care disciplines. If awarded, ASPET will provide a student stipend of $2800 for a minimum of ten weeks participation in the ... Read more

GCFM Horticulture Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

Today’s students will be the leaders of tomorrow, ensuring the preservation of our natural resources of the planet Earth. The Garden Club Federation of Maine, its districts, and local clubs support horticulture-based education with an annual scholarship. The GCFM Scholarship is awarded to college juniors, seniors, or graduate students who are legal residents of the state of Maine, and not related ... Read more

JVS Chicago Scholarship Program

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline February 1, 2024

JVS Chicago offers scholarships to Jewish students residing in the Chicago metropolitan area (including Lake County, Indiana). Eligible applicants must: were either born and raised in Chicago area or one continuous year of full-time employment in the Chicago metro area prior to enrollment; plan on remaining in the Chicago area after completing school; are entering an accredited graduate program ... Read more

WSOS Career and Technical Scholarship

  • Amount $12,000
  • Deadline February 5, 2024

WSOS offers Washington students financial assistance, career training, and mentorship opportunities. Most recipients are first-generation college students, women, and students of color. All are pursuing a high-demand, family-sustaining wage career in Washington state! WSOS is an organization focused on removing barriers to getting an education and helping Washington students find their pathway to ... Read more

Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 6, 2024

The mission of SICB is to further research, education and public awareness in the areas of organismal, functional and evolutionary biology. SICB fosters research, education, public awareness and understanding of living organisms from molecules and cells to ecology and evolution. SICB encourages interdisciplinary cooperative research that integrates across scales, and new models and methodologies ... Read more

Beinecke Scholarship

  • Amount $35,000
  • Deadline February 8, 2024

To be eligible for the Beinecke Scholarship, a student must: have demonstrated superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during their undergraduate career; be a college junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree; plan to enter a research-focused master’s or doctoral program or MFA in the arts, humanities or social sciences; be a United States citizen or a ... Read more

OAWWA Undergraduate Advanced Degree Scholarship

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline February 9, 2024

The purpose of the OAWWA Undergraduate Advanced Degree Scholarship is to encourage water industry related education through scholarship. This scholarship program has been created in an effort to give back to the individuals who support the water industry and the Ohio Section of the American Water Works Association. Any undergraduate student residing in Ohio and attending an Ohio accredited ... Read more

One AWWA Operator Scholarship

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline February 9, 2024

The One AWWA Operator Scholarship award can be used for certification/licensure, two-year water related associate degree, technical school program, professional training program, books and manuals, and operator related conferences. Each scholarship recipient will receive a one-year AWWA Operator membership. Applicants must be a current water operator or seeking to enter the water operator ... Read more

OAWWA Graduate/Adult Continuing Education Degree Scholarship

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline February 9, 2024

The OAWWA will award three Graduate/Continuing Education Scholarships for the upcoming academic year. Eligible applicants are any student residing in Ohio and attending an Ohio accredited institution of higher learning during the scholarship year, in a water industry related program (i.e. science, engineering, management, computer information systems, or other water related field). The ... Read more

Paul & Deanna Virciglio Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 9, 2024

Education is vital to the growth and future of every community. Because of this, the Saginaw Community Founda­tion administers a variety of scholarship programs for high school, community college, university and vocational stu­dents. Since awarding our first $500 scholarship in 1987, the Saginaw Community Foundation has awarded more than $8 million in scholarships. Learn more about all of our ... Read more

POET Never Satisfied Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline February 12, 2024

POET Never Satisfied Scholarships are open to students enrolled in any two- or four-year post-secondary school, regardless of major or GPA. Never Satisfied Scholars receive up to $5,000 each, and will have the opportunity to visit the POET Sioux Falls campus during the school year. Recipients will have the opportunity to receive hands-on networking and learning experience with the POET team. ... Read more

Davidson Fellows Scholarship

  • Amount $50,000
  • Deadline February 14, 2024

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 ... Read more

HSF Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers funding to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a university degree. Scholarships are available, on a competitive basis, to high school seniors, undergraduate students, community college students transferring to four year universities, and graduate students. Applicants must be Hispanic/Latino, have a minimum 3.0 GPA (for high school students) or 2.5 ... Read more

Rocky Mountain Biological Lab REU Awards

  • Amount $5,750
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

This summer, 10 students will be accepted through the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, funded by the National Science Foundation. Students receiving an REU award may participate in either full-time independent research or independent research/course. The REU awards cover the full cost of the program, including room, board and tuition, pay a $5,750 stipend directly to the ... Read more

NHA Past Chairs' Legacy Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

NHA created the Past Chairs’ Legacy Scholarship in 2008 to encourage students to consider becoming part of the U.S. waterpower industry. Our growing industry has professionals in many different fields, including engineering, IT, biology, environmental sciences, forestry, hydrology, animal sciences, management, financial services, communications, and other areas. Many companies also offer ... Read more

NC State Forestry and Environmental Resources Academic Scholarship

  • Amount $24,000
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources (FER) aims to provide students with academic merit or financial need with support to attend NC State. Our departmental scholarships operate independently from the university-wide merit scholarship program, the college-wide program and the various federal, state and private programs. To be considered for a departmental scholarship, students ... Read more

NDSGC Pearl I. Young Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The NDSGC has established the prestigious Pearl I. Young Space Grant Award for a student at the University of North Dakota. Applicants will ideally be involved in a research project of NASA relevance. Eligible applicants must have a female gender identity or outside the gender binary, be majoring in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) field, provide transcripts that ... Read more

The CRWA Annual Scholarship Program

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The scholarships are predicated on the idea that as part of the CRWA family we should be doing as much as we possibly can to fulfill the water needs of California’s rural communities. The scholarships include two monetary awards that can be used for formal education (college) and one monetary award for any AWE class such as Backflow, Treatment Certification Review, or Distribution Certification ... Read more

Blandy Experimental Farm REU Program

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

Undergraduate education is one of our highest priorities at Blandy Experimental Farm. Since 1992 Blandy has provided Undergraduate Research Fellowships to students interested in ecology and environmental science. We have been aided in this effort by funding from the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. Our primary goal is to teach students to ... Read more

Maryland Sea Grant Undergraduate Fellowships in Estuarine Science

  • Amount $7,200
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

Maryland Sea Grant offers students the opportunity to conduct marine research on the Chesapeake Bay. During the 12-week program, each student works with a mentor on an individual research project. It’s a special opportunity to develop your research skills and interests by working with top science mentors studying America’s largest estuary. Each REU fellow will receive a stipend, free housing at ... Read more

ASUS Scholarship

  • Amount $10,000
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

American States Utility Services, Inc. and its wholly-owned Subsidiaries (ASUS, Inc.) has established a scholarship program to assist dependent children of active, full-time U.S. military members and dependent children of honorably discharged veterans at ASUS-served locations who are current high school seniors, graduates or current undergraduates planning to continue their education in college ... Read more

NDSGC Lillian Goettler Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The NDSGC has established the prestigious Lillian Goettler Space Grant Award for a female student at North Dakota State University. Applicants must be majoring in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) field, provide transcripts that demonstrate a 3.5 GPA, and be US citizens. Applicants will ideally be involved in a research project of NASA relevance. Undergraduate and graduate ... Read more

Soil and Water Stewardship Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 15, 2024

The Soil and Water Stewardship Scholarship seeks to provide financial support to students enrolled fulltime at an accredited two- or four-year college, community college, or university, which will lead to a career in a natural resource field. This scholarship was formerly known as the Leopold Education Project Scholarship. Funding for this scholarship was made available from the Leopold Education ... Read more

HBCU Week x AstraZeneca Scholarship

  • Amount $25,000
  • Deadline February 16, 2024

The mission of HBCU Week is to encourage high-school aged youth to enroll into HBCU’s, provide scholarship dollars for matriculation and sustain a pipeline for employment from undergraduate school to corporate America. This scholarship is open to students entering an HBCU and majoring in any STEM or supply chain related majors working towards a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must: complete ... Read more

DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions

  • Amount $9,500
  • Deadline February 16, 2024

The purpose of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Summer Research Team (SRT) Program is to increase and enhance the scientific leadership at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in research areas that support the mission and goals of DHS. This program provides faculty and student research teams with the opportunity to conduct research a university-based DHS Centers of Excellence (DHS ... Read more

Frederick W. Schaerf, M.D., Ph.D. Neuroscience Scholarship

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline February 21, 2024

The Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida is proudly offering the Frederick W. Schaerf, M.D., Ph.D. Neuroscience Scholarship, an academic scholarship made possible through the Catholic Legacy of Dr. Schaerf and his loving family. Through the Schaerf’s generous gift to the Foundation, an academic scholarship of $4,000 will be available to a graduating senior from Bishop Verot Catholic ... Read more

Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 25, 2024

The Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation supports young adults with learning differences by awarding scholarships toward obtaining a degree in a STEM field. The financial support that we provide may be used towards tuition, books, testing, tutoring, assistive technology, or any other resource that students require to obtain accommodations and navigate an often highly stressful and challenging ... Read more

SVCF Samsung@First Scholars

  • Amount $15,000
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

Samsung Semiconductor Inc.’s theme of “Collaborate. Innovate. Grow.” has served as the company’s mantra to drive technology innovation today and for the next 30 years in Silicon Valley. To help support the valley’s continued legacy as the epicenter of innovation and growth in high-tech, the company has made a commitment to the next-generation of innovators by establishing its Samsung@First ... Read more

Minnesota Waste Wise Foundation Scholarship

  • Amount $10,000
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

One rising junior will be accepted per year with the opportunity to receive the scholarship again in their senior year (up to $10,000 over a 2-year period). To be eligible, students must bring the perspective an underrepresented population, be currently enrolled in a degree program in environmental studies, natural sciences, or other related areas of study, be a rising College Junior and attend a ... Read more

Indian Health Service Scholarships

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

The Indian Health Service (IHS) offers three scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Native students in order to educate and train health professionals to staff Indian health programs. Criteria will vary slightly by scholarship. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements: be a high school graduate or the equivalent; have a minimum 2.0 GPA; be capable of completing a health ... Read more

Alliance Medical Education Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society is pleased to administer the Alliance Medical Education Scholarship for Pennsylvania residents attending a Pennsylvania medical school as a second- or third-year student. To financially assist Pennsylvania residents enrolled in a Pennsylvania medical school, the Pennsylvania Medical Society Alliance established the Alliance Medical Education ... Read more

Lisa Kaminski Memorial Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

Pay It Forward Cincinnati exists to improve the lives of their fellow community members. Throughout their generosity, they offer the Lisa Kaminski Scholarship. Lisa enjoyed serving as a mentor and emphasized the importance of getting involved – socially, professionally and charitably. This scholarship is a way to preserve the legacy of Lisa Kaminski. It provides an opportunity for graduating high ... Read more

SVCF Latinos In Technology Scholarship

  • Amount $30,000
  • Deadline February 28, 2024

The Latinos in Technology Scholarship supports Latino college students in 3 ways: Financial. We financially support third and fourth-year Latino students who have declared a major in a STEM-related field at a 4-year university with scholarships of up to $10,000 renewable for up to three years. Professional Development. All of our Latinos in Technology scholars have the opportunity to participate ... Read more

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

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 ... Read more

Leah J. Dickstein Medical Student Award

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Association of Women Psychiatrists is pleased to sponsor the Leah J. Dickstein, M.D. , M.A. Award. The recipient of the AWP Leah J. Dickstein, M.D., M.A. Award will be expected to attend the AWP Annual Meeting (in conjunction with the American Psychiatric Association meeting) in San Francisco in May, where they will receive this award. The winner will receive a plaque honoring their ... Read more

West Virginia Engineering, Science and Technology Scholarship

  • Amount $3,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

West Virginia Engineering, Science and Technology Scholarship Program is a student financial aid program designed to enable and encourage academically talented individuals to pursue careers in the fields of engineering, science and technology. Scholarships, not to exceed $3,000 per academic year, are awarded on the basis of academic qualifications and interest in the fields of engineering, ... Read more

PSGC Statewide Undergraduate Scholarship

  • Amount $4,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

In one of several efforts to promote higher education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) disciplines, the Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium (PSGC) offers financial support to undergraduate students through an annual state-wide scholarship program. Women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Applicable students ... Read more

ACS Scholars Program

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

ACS awards renewable scholarships to underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or chemistry-related fields. African American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander (excluding Asian) or American Indian high school seniors or college freshman, sophomores, or juniors pursuing a college degree in the chemical sciences or chemical technology are eligible to apply. Seniors can ... Read more

Ripon College Knop Science Scholars Program

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Knop Science Scholarship is a prestigious four-year, full tuition scholarship based on tuition figures for the year to which the award money will be applied. The Ripon College Knop Science Scholars Board convenes each year at the beginning of the second semester. The mission of the board is to identify high-achieving students who show the potential to contribute greatly to the science and ... Read more

Elms College STEM Scholarships

  • Amount $40,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Elms College is a modern part of a living tradition established over 300 years ago by the Sisters of St. Joseph — a bold group of devout, progressive changemakers. We are dedicated to providing a rigorous education animated by a community where all are welcome. Elms is a private college that strives to be accessible to all. We believe education is not an end in itself, but a path to discovering ... Read more

Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Good Samaritan Foundation is honored to award an average of $30,000 annually in financial support to local scholars. With eight scholarship funds available, the Foundation is able to provide much needed assistance to support graduating seniors, undergraduate or graduate students, medical students, and Good Samaritan employees as they work to attain their educational goals. Applicants should be ... Read more

Arnold W. Fritz Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Canton Audubon Society (CAS) was founded in 1962 and has been a local chapter of the National Audubon Society in select counties in Ohio. Canton Audubon Society strives to meet our members’ varied interests in the field of nature. Throughout their generosity, the Canton Audubon Society is pleased to offer scholarships to deserving college students, junior level and above, including graduate ... Read more

Choose Ohio First STEMM Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

Our university was built on a hilltop in Akron — a word meaning “the highest point.” For over 150 years, that’s where we’ve set our sights, rising from one peak to another in engineering, business, technology, health care, and the arts and sciences. Bound and determined to meet every challenge, we continue to climb, to forge new paths and reach new heights — and we want you to join us. Throughout ... Read more

GRCF Violet Wondergem Health Science Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Violet Wondergem Health Science Scholarship is offered to a resident of Kent or Ottawa County majoring in an undergraduate level health service related field at any accredited Michigan college or university. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a 3.0 GPA. Scholarship recipients are selected by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) and ... Read more

Marian Othmer Schultz Scholarship

  • Amount $1,500
  • Deadline March 1, 2024

The Nebraska Academy of Sciences collegiate scholarship in memory of C. Bertrand and Marian Othmer Schultz will be offered to a Junior or Senior enrolled in an accredited college or university in the state of Nebraska. The applicant must have a declared major in a natural science discipline (chemistry, physics, biology, geology) and be anticipating a career in a science related industry, science ... Read more

Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline March 3, 2024

Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship Fund is supported by Advocates for African-Americans, a Duke Energy employee resource group in Charlotte. It was founded by Duke Energy employees in 1996 to attract, nurture, develop and promote a diverse workforce. Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to college-bound students from North and South ... Read more

Gill-Elliott Scholarship

  • Amount $2,000
  • Deadline March 4, 2024

The Gill-Elliott Scholarship provides an annual award of $2,000 to a graduating senior from Highlands High School who demonstrates excellent academic achievement and who plans to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, math or pre-medicine. Applicants must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher and a composite ACT score of at least 28 or SAT score of at least 1250. ... Read more

Foundation for Community Health High School Scholarships

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline March 9, 2024

This gift-supported program encourages aspiring healthcare providers with scholarship awards and community connections. Our High School Healthcare Scholarship Program has a rich history that includes nearly $480,000 awarded to 653 scholarship recipients, with many past awardees now caring for patients in western Montana, the state, and throughout the world. Application deadline is midnight on ... Read more

American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship

  • Amount $20,000
  • Deadline March 10, 2024

The American Association of Blacks in Energy is a professional association composed of African Americans in the energy industry. Through its Scholarship Program, the Association seeks to help increase the number of African-Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields. We are proud to award 7 scholarships annually: Six scholarships at $3K ... Read more

Truman D. Picard Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline March 10, 2024

The Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources. Preference will be given to students whose degree or area of study directly involves management of Forest Resources. The Education Selection Committee will review and rank only those applicants who completely address each area. Please be specific. ... Read more

California Capital Airshow STEM Scholarship

  • Amount $8,000
  • Deadline March 10, 2024

Are you a high school senior graduating from a high school in Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, Yuba, Sutter or Solano counties? Do you have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher? The California Capital Airshow Scholarship was established to invest in future leaders by awarding scholarships to graduating high school seniors planning to pursue a degree in one of the following areas: Aviation, ... Read more

Medical Professional Student Scholarship

  • Amount $10,000
  • Deadline March 15, 2024

To apply for the Medical Professional Student Scholarship, applicants must: have completed the appropriate undergraduate education and be currently pursuing an advanced degree in a medical-related field, such as physician, physician assistant, dentist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, APRN, etc.; or be an undergraduate nursing student enrolled in nursing studies. (Undergraduate nursing ... Read more

Marie Newton Sepia Memorial Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline March 15, 2024

Applicants of the Marie Newton Sepia Memorial Scholarship must have received a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any country where Pilot clubs exist. Applicants may be full or part time students, whose courses will, in the judgment of the Scholarship Division, be proper background courses for teaching and working with disabled children. Postgraduate work or research ... Read more

Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 15, 2024

Students pursuing degrees in eligible professions who are enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university are eligible to apply to the Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program. Scholars will receive funding for tuition, books, other related educational costs, and a monthly stipend while enrolled full-time in an accredited university/college program. A coordinated service plan ... Read more

Next Swell Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 15, 2024

To be eligible for the Next Swell Scholarship, applicants must: be a citizen of the United States of America or a legal permanent resident; be either an enrolled undergraduate student starting their senior year, or be pursuing a graduate degree (undergraduate seniors must be majoring in a marine science field at the time of application submission; all graduate-student applicants must be able to ... Read more

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing (ACM) Georgia Scholarship

  • Amount $1,000
  • Deadline March 19, 2024

To be eligible for the Asama Coldwater Manufacturing (ACM) Georgia Scholarship, applicants must: be a graduate of a Warren County high school; show a level of motivation, effort, and diligence in the pursuit of further education, as demonstrated in their personal statement; have a minimum GPA of at least a 2.8; and have been accepted to or attending an accredited secondary education institution, ... Read more

Ontario County Casella Scholarship

  • Amount $2,500
  • Deadline March 22, 2024

Casella Environmental Waste Management academic scholarships are available to college or college-bound students who are pursuing majors in environmental studies, agriculture, or agricultural business, including waste management. The Ontario County Board of Supervisors announced they would again award the Casella Environmental Waste Management academic scholarships to qualified Ontario County ... Read more

4-H Youth in Action

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 27, 2024

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 ... Read more

Brown and Caldwell Women in Leadership Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

Brown and Caldwell offers the Women in Leadership Scholarship to support students that are interested in pursuing a career in the environmental profession. Applicants must be a United States citizen or permanent resident, full-time student enrolled in her junior, senior year, or graduate program at an accredited college/university, declared major in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical or ... Read more

WID Horizons Michigan Scholarship

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

Our Horizons High School Scholarship is for girls in their senior year of high school who plans to attend a Michigan university next fall and are interested in STEM. Eligible applicants must: be a citizen of the United States; be a resident of Michigan; demonstrate achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math; demonstrate interest in pursuing a career related to national security or ... Read more

Brown and Caldwell Minority Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

Applicants of the Brown and Caldwell Minority Scholarship must be a United States citizen or permanent resident who is a full-time student enrolled in his/her junior, senior year or graduate program at an accredited college/university and have a declared major in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or one of the environmental sciences (e.g. biology, geology, hydro-geology, ecology). Must ... Read more

Unitil Scholarship Fund

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

The Unitil Scholarship Fund will be awarded to six high school seniors from our service territories in New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, or math will each receive $5,000 for the first year of undergraduate study. Applicants will be judged on basis of academic merit, financial need, other scholarships awarded, outside student ... Read more

Mae & Mary Scholarship Fund

  • Amount Varies
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

The Mae & Mary Scholarship Fund's mission is to financially assist and to empower young people to experience their unlimited potential through education. They are a charitable educational organization dedicated to the advancement of African Americans pursuing careers in medical and healthcare related fields. Applicants must be African American graduating High School Seniors from anywhere in the ... Read more

BAFTX Women in STEM Scholarship

  • Amount $5,000
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

The Women in STEM award is intended for low income families and is intended to alleviate the financial burden of funding tuition fees in Texas, for female students majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) whether at a 4 year or a 2 year college. Scholarships will be awarded for the fall semester and are $5,000 each. This scholarship is for students residing in Texas and ... Read more

James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation Scholarships

  • Amount $15,000
  • Deadline March 31, 2024

In 2015, James and Rose Perryman established The Perryman Foundation to provide for the education of the next generation of innovators. Since its founding, the Foundation has provided over $2 million in financial support to hard working college students. The James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation awards 3 different types of scholarships: Trade School applicants supporting STEM based ... Read more

Last Reviewed: December 2023