Kentucky Scholarships

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• Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest

• Amount$8,000
• DeadlineJune 30, 2026

Regions Bank awards quarterly scholarships of $8,000 each to the student with the best video or written essay. The topic of students' written or video essays must be an individual they know personally who lives in their community; the essay must address how the individual has inspired the applicant and helped them build the confidence they need to achieve their goals. Scholarship Details 4

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• SEAFWA’s Law Enforcement Chief’s Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineJuly 1, 2026

Annually, SEAFWA’s Law Enforcement Chief’s Scholarships are awarded to students who advocate for wildlife conservation. There are three scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each available to deserving students. This award is intended for students with a passion for the outdoors and an interest in the management and protection of fish and wildlife resources. The scholarship will assist students

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• OHM Advisors Diversity Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineNovember 30, 2026

The OHM Diversity Scholarship Program is open to qualified women and minority students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll in a STEM program or other related field of practice at OHM Advisors. Applicant must be a woman and/or minority as defined by the Equal Employment Opportunity Program (African American, Hispanic, Native American, Asian or Pacific Islander, Multi-racial), be a

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• Hagan Scholarship Foundation

• Amount$60,000
• DeadlineDecember 1, 2026

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate from college debt-free. Parents’ Adjusted Household Income must not exceed $125,000. The scholarship provides $2,000 to help purchase essential items for college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. Scholarship Details

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• BBB Students of Integrity Scholarships

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineDecember 20, 2026

Better Business Bureau of Middle TN & Southern KY invites high school seniors that attend a high school located within our service area to apply for our Students of Integrity Scholarship. (Service area listed below). To apply, students will complete our free online application, which can be found at www.BBBIntegrityFoundation.org/soi-application. This scholarship celebrates high school seniors

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• Built Ford Tough Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027

Through the National FFA Foundation, businesses and individuals support scholarships that are awarded to students with a wide variety of higher education plans and career goals. FFA provides scholarships that support all areas of agriculture, either in trade schools, certifications, or college. Scholarships support FFA high school seniors and collegiate members. Just one application is required

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• Mamie Earl Sells Scholarship Fund

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineJanuary 23, 2027

The YWCA is on a mission. The mission of the YWCA is to empower women and eliminate racism. YWCA Greater Cincinnati reaches thousands of women, men and their families annually through critically needed programs that include two domestic violence shelters and transitional housing; prevention and intervention services; racial justice initiatives; the Career Women of Achievement Event; and the Mamie

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• Lisa Kaminski Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineJanuary 31, 2027

Pay It Forward Cincinnati awards the $4,000 Lisa Kaminski Scholarship to a deserving high school senior in the greater Cincinnati area each year. Scholarship Details Merit-based Northern Kentucky students may apply If a tiebreaker is needed, woman applicants will be given preference Applications close January 31st Winner is announced by March

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• Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineFebruary 6, 2027

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is dedicated to helping deserving students achieve their dream of a college education. Having awarded 620 scholarships to date, these scholarships have supported students across the United States in prestigious institutions like Auburn, Alabama, University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, and many more. The Foundation's goal is to empower students to excel in their

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• Straight "A" Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineFebruary 27, 2027

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

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• Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society Scholarship

• Amount$3,000
• DeadlineFebruary 28, 2027

Since 1988, the Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society (BIACS) has awarded more than $450,000 in scholarships to college-bound, graduating high school seniors from Commonwealth of Kentucky. The BIACS Scholarship program started with a single $1000 scholarship in 1988 and has grown manifold since then with 29 scholarships awarded last year. Scholarship Details Merit and need based

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• Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

The Tall Clubs International Foundation of the U.S. and Canada awards scholarships to Tall Clubs-sponsored students entering college for the first time. The minimum award amount is $1,000; students' height must be considered above-average to apply. Scholarship Details Applicants do not need to be members of Tall Clubs Exact height requirements are outlined in the application

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• AWS Howard E. and Wilma J. Adkins Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

The Howard E. and Wilma J. Adkins Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a full-time junior or senior level student pursuing a minimum four-year bachelor's degree in welding engineering (WE) or welding engineering technology (WET); however, priority will be given to welding engineering (WE) students. To be eligible, applicants must: have a minimum 3.20 grade point average in the engineering,

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• King-Barton Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The King-Barton scholarship was established to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors attending Harrison County High School who demonstrate significant financial need and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Preference is given to first-generation college student. This scholarship is non-renewable. Other than that, this scholarship doesn't have too many restrictions. Blue

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• Edith Schwab Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Edith Schwab Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Edith Schwab, Attorney and Deputy Director of the Legislative Research Commission. The Edith Schwab Memorial Scholarship is offered to a graduate student pursuing a degree and career in public service. This includes, but is not limited to fields of study such as public administration, teaching, public health, or social work. The

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• Vengu Family Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Vengu Family Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Scott County who intend on pursuing a degree in the medical field or in photography. Applicants must be a graduating senior from Scott County High School or Great Crossing High School; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; and plan to be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited four-year college or university in

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• John and Maggie Price Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The John and Maggie Price Scholarship was established in 2015 through an estate gift from Mr. John Price, former member of the Fayette County Board of Education. Mr. Price established this scholarship so that his passion for education and helping Fayette County public school students would continue. Scholarship Details Open to graduating seniors at Tates Creek High School in Lexington,

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• Thomas D. Urmston Scholarship

• Amount$12,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Thomas D. Urmston scholarship was established to provide scholarships to female students who are graduating high school seniors attending Harrison County High School who demonstrate significant financial need and have a cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher. This provides an award that is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study. Blue Grass Community Foundation is where people go to

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• Logan Thomas Family Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$20,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Logan Thomas Family Scholarship was created to honor the legacy of Logan Thomas and his son Logan Thomas, Jr. Both were proud graduates of Lee County High School. This scholarship is open to high school seniors attending Lee County High School, Lee County Area Technical Center, Owsley County High School and Wolfe County High schoolwho demonstrate financial need and have a cumulative GPA of

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• Monica Combs Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Monica Combs Memorial Scholarship was established at Blue Grass Community Foundation in 2017 to honor the life of Monica “Moni” Combs. Monica died June 25th, 2006 at the age of 26. This scholarship has been established in her memory to be awarded to a Woodford County High School graduating senior who exemplifies her compassion for others. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors

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• Jared E. Banta Legacy Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Jared E. Banta Scholarship is offered to graduating seniors at Western Hills High School in Frankfort. Eligible candidates must be involved in sports and/or the arts; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; demonstrate financial need; and plan to attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university, with preference given to students who plan to attend college in Kentucky or

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• CLARK Scholars Scholarship

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

Thanks to generous donors, the Blue Grass Community Foundation has awarded more than $5 million dollars to support students working to reach their full potential with educational opportunities beyond high school. Scholarship Details Established by CLARK Material Handling Company in Lexington, Kentucky Award amount is $1,000 per year Renewable for up to four consecutive years

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• Stephen L. Keller Scholarship

• Amount$8,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Stephen L. Keller Scholarship was established to support outstanding students from Eastern Kentucky who intend to major in a business-related field. The student must attend an accredited four-year educational institution in Kentucky. Graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students are eligible to apply. The Student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. This scholarship

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• Emma E. Buckley Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The Emma E. Buckley Scholarship was established in honor of Emma E. Buckley, a long-time philanthropist in Kentucky. This renewable scholarship is awarded to high school seniors attending Woodford County High School and Fayette County Public Schools who demonstrate significant financial need. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Preference is given to first-generation college

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• W.O. Davis Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMarch 6, 2027

The W.O. Davis Memorial scholarship was established to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors attending Woodford County High School who demonstrate significant financial need and have a cumulative GPA 2.5 or higher. Preference is given to a first-generation college student. This is a non-renewable scholarship and the maximum award amount varies each year. Blue Grass Community