Scholarship Essay Contests

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• AAF-Greater Evansville Scholarship

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineApril 18, 2025

The AAF-Greater Evansville awards scholarships to deserving high school and/or college students yearly in April. To be eligible, students must plan to pursue a career in advertising, marketing, public relations or graphic design. The applicant must be graduating from a high school or currently attending college in Vanderburgh, Warrick, Posey, Gibson, Pike in Indiana or Edwards, White, Wabash,

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• ABA Diversity Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineApril 30, 2025

The American Bus Association Foundation promotes academic excellence and diversity in the motorcoach travel and tour industry through its scholarship program. The ABA Foundation has awarded more than $1 million in financial support to hundreds of scholars since its inception. The ABA Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes deserving students who demonstrate scholastic ability, leadership,

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• ABA Academic Merit Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineApril 30, 2025

The American Bus Association (ABA) offers two $5,000 Academic Merit Scholarships annually to support students pursuing careers in transportation, travel, and tourism. These scholarships are open to both ABA members and non-members who demonstrate strong academic performance and a clear connection to the industry through their studies. Scholarship Details Two scholarships awarded annually,

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• Faith Hope and Love Jesus, Inc. College Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

Faith Hope and Love Jesus, Inc. is excited to offer an annual college scholarship. This will be the easiest 500 words or more essay to write in the world. It can be on any topic or subject. Please submit a letter from your doctor documenting a history of a blood disorder or cancer diagnosed before the age of 18 along with your essay.

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• Howard Community College Scholarships

• AmountVaries
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

A scholarship is financial aid that you do not have to pay back. You may qualify due to financial need, academic achievements or other talents, community involvement, or interest in certain career fields. There are many scholarship opportunities available at Howard Community College to help bridge the gap between the total cost of your education and what you or your family can afford to pay. The

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• VABA Aviation Scholarship

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

The VABA Aviation Scholarship is awarded to a well deserving Virginia resident High School, Technical School Senior, or College/University Undergraduate who is pursuing an aviation related career in an accredited Virginia institution. The scholarship will be paid directly to the institution in the name of the awardee. Application Requirements: Completed and signed application and all supporting

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• John Fischetti Scholarship

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans (JCCIA) is proud to offer the John Fischetti Scholarship, awarded to students who are of 50% or more of Italian ancestry and have been accepted into or enrolled in an undergraduate degree program majoring in journalism or media communications. Competitive applicants must be of 50% or more of Italian ancestry, pursuing a degree in journalism or

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• WIFLE Scholarship Program

• Amount$2,500
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

WIFLE offers several scholarships to talented individuals to meet demands in the field of law enforcement and to foster the professional development of those engaged in Law Enforcement. The dollar amount of each scholarship will vary based on numerous factors. Scholarship Awards may be renewable on subsequent applications. WIFLE scholarships are awarded based on a student’s academic potential,

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• IAEE Helen Brett Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMay 1, 2025

The purpose of the Helen Brett Scholarship is to assist individuals who are enrolled in a four-year degree program with a focus on the study of exhibition and event management. The scholarship serves to promote the exhibitions and events industry by attracting college level students into the field of study and encouraging their pursuit with financial support. Scholarships are awarded

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• The Washington Thoroughbred Foundation Scholarship

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMay 2, 2025

The Washington Thoroughbred Foundation Scholarship is available to a student attending a college or university in Washington state, pursuing a career in pre-veterinary medicine (equine emphasis) equine science, racetrack management, equine business or pasture management and equine marketing and/or communications as it pertains to racetracks, horse farms, and other related fields. To be eligible

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• Edmund F. Maxwell Scholarship

• Amount$20,000
• DeadlineMay 9, 2025

The Maxwell Scholarship was established to assist high school seniors from Western Washington in obtaining a higher education. For freshmen starting college during the coming academic year, scholarships will be $5,000 per year. Scholarship Details Annual award of $5,000 for up to four years of undergraduate study Scholarship is renewable with a simplified renewal process each year Must

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• Robert D. Blue Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMay 10, 2025

Robert D. Blue Scholarship applicants must be an Iowa resident planning to attend an in-state college or university during the upcoming school year and not previously been a Robert D. Blue Scholarship recipient. The applicant can be a current high school senior or someone already enrolled in a higher education institution. Applications are only accepted online, and the deadline is May 10 for each

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• Virginia Zank Scholarship for Writing Studies

• Amount$4,000
• DeadlineMay 15, 2025

The Virginia Zank Scholarship for Writing Studies is offered to students at Missouri Valley College. Applicants must have an ACT score of 21 or higher (and/or SAT Critical Reading and Math score of 976 or higher) and high school GPA 3.0. Submit a 500-word essay describing your relationship to writing. What do you write? Why do you write? What are your writing goals for college? What are your

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• Loren Gruber Scholarship for Literary Studies

• Amount$2,000
• DeadlineMay 15, 2025

Missouri Valley College offers the Loren Gruber Scholarship for Literary Studies to incoming English majors.ACT 21 or higher (and/or SAT Critical Reading and Math score of 976 or higher) and high school GPA 3.0. Submit a 500-word essay about your favorite book, blog, poem, play, essay, or film. Explain how this text has influenced your goals for life before, during, and after college. How will

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• Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship

• Amount$1,500
• DeadlineMay 15, 2025

Available to private pilots of all ages, the Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship is specifically to promote advanced training in aviation. Applicants must already hold a current Private Pilot Certificate. This scholarship is to be used toward advanced training in aviation. Applicants must provide a professional resume, and include one letter of recommendation related to aviation skills.

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• Ohio News Media Association High School Journalism Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMay 20, 2025

The Ohio News Media Association High School Journalism Scholarship is offered to Ohio high school students who are graduating seniors interested in studying journalism, advertising, marketing or communications at an accredited college or university during the upcoming academic year. Eligible applicants must have at least a GPA of a 2.5. The following items must accompany the application form: an

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• NCTA/AWMF Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineMay 24, 2025

The AWM Foundation and NCTA – The Internet and Television Association Scholarship allows a deserving female communications/media undergraduate student to create an original piece (digital short, video, animation, multi-media or other concept chosen by the student) that may be featured in NCTA and AWM Foundation media distribution channels. In addition, the chosen student will receive a

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• ISNA Dr. Abdulmunim A. Shakir Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineMay 30, 2025

Every year, the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), awards several need-based scholarships to students for their academic performance, community development work and other factors through a selection process. The ISNA Dr. Abdulmunim A. Shakir Scholarship supports freshmen students in their first year of higher education. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, and be a US Citizen or Permanent

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• Soozie Courter Hemophilia Scholarship Program

• Amount$5,000
• DeadlineMay 30, 2025

For more than 20 years, Pfizer has provided educational support to students living with hemophilia. Named in honor of a pioneer in the field of hemophilia research, the Soozie Courter Hemophilia Scholarship Program is designed to inspire students living with hemophilia to achieve their educational goals. To be eligible, you must: have been diagnosed with hemophilia A or hemophilia B; reside

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• TCA College Scholarships

• Amount$600
• DeadlineJune 1, 2025

The Tennessee Cattlemen's Association was founded in 1985 and has been a leader and a voice for cattle producers in the state ever since. TCA staff and leadership work with local, state, and federal officials on issues that matter to your farm. TCA is a supporter of youth programs such as livestock exhibiting and 4-H groups, and also supports research conducted by university specialists.

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• Massachusetts Youth Soccer Student Scholarship

• Amount$1,000
• DeadlineJune 1, 2025

The Massachusetts Youth Soccer Scholarship Program is for high school seniors who plan to attend a post-secondary educational institution. A scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to one male and one female each year. To be eligible for this scholarship, the student-athlete must have been associated with Massachusetts Youth Soccer for at least the past two years. Each application (and supporting

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• University of California-Davis CAAA Leadership Scholarship

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineJune 9, 2025

Students entering UC Davis as freshmen or transfer students may be eligible to receive the CAAA Leadership Scholarship. Award amounts range from $1,000 to $4,000. Top choice candidates may also be considered for the $10,000 Blue and Gold Leadership Scholarship ($5,000 disbursed over two years). To be eligible, applicants must: have a 3.5 GPA if an incoming freshmen or a 3.25 if transferring;

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• Helen Gee Chin Scholarship

• Amount$3,000
• DeadlineJune 15, 2025

To be eligible for the Helen Gee Chin Scholarship, applicants must: be a United States citizen or permanent resident; have a "B" average grade or better; plan to enroll full-time as an undergraduate at an accredited United States four-year college or university for the entire academic year; and have studied one or more of the Chinese Martial Arts – Kung Fu, Wu Shu, or Tai Chi – for a minimum of

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• Juanita Crippen Memorial Scholarship

• Amount$500
• DeadlineJune 15, 2025

The purpose of the Juanita Crippen Memorial Scholarship is to recognize a high school senior from a migrant farm worker family in Franklin, St. Lawrence, or Clinton Counties in New York State needing post-secondary scholarship assistance who has demonstrated a caring and giving attitude toward another individual or community with a $500.00 scholarship. A selection committee of the Northeast

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• Iranian Scholarship Foundation

• Amount$10,000
• DeadlineJune 30, 2025

The Iranian Scholarship Fund (ISF) is a registered nonprofit organization that enables exceptional students of Iranian descent who lack financial resources to attend university. Through our scholarships, academically promising students are able to pursue their academic dreams, despite their lack of financial means. Central to ISF’s vision is the vital role of community service. We are looking for