College freshman scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 01, 2025Apply below to the best College freshman scholarships for February 2025.
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India Terrell Memorial Scholarship
North Carolina • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The India Terrell Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Black or African students in NC. Essay required for application.
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Elite Lawyer Scholarship
Age • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Elite Lawyer Scholarship awards $1,000 to students passionate about community impact. Must be a U.S. citizen with a 3.0 GPA.
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Central Valley Community Foundation's scholarships
Fresno County • Madera County • Tulare County • Kings County • Merced County • Mariposa County • California • Freshmen
Central Valley Community Foundation offers scholarships for students in six counties, with awards starting at $250. Apply now!
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Study.com Single Parent Scholarship
Family • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Study.com Single Parent Scholarship offers $1,000 for single parents pursuing college. Apply now if eligible!
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Study.com Scholarship for Moms
For Women • Family • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $1,000 Study.com Scholarship for Moms to support your education as a current or prospective student.
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West Coast Trial Lawyers Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the $1,000 West Coast Trial Lawyers Scholarship for U.S. college students. Share your story to qualify.
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Eglin Spouses' Club Spouse Scholarship
Military • Florida • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Eglin Spouses' Club offers scholarships for military spouses pursuing higher education. Awards start at $250.
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Make a Difference Scholarship
Law • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Make a Difference Scholarship awards $2,500 to law students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Essay required for application.
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Naugatuck Valley Medical Scholarship Fund
Derby • Ansonia • Seymour • Shelton • Oxford • Beacon Falls • Connecticut • Health/Medical Technology • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Health Education • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Pre-Nursing • Nursing Assistant • High school • Freshmen
NVMSF offers scholarships for CT high school seniors with 3.0 GPA+ pursuing medical majors. Awards start at $250.
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FRLAEF scholarship
Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Freshmen
The FRLAEF scholarship offers $2,000 to high school seniors pursuing culinary or hospitality programs.
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Dr. Julie Hadden Memorial Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Julie Hadden Memorial Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ and ally leaders in the Pacific Northwest with an average award of $6,700.
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The GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund
Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The GSBA Scholarship Fund offers $5,500 to $7,500 for LGBTQ+ students and allies in Washington.
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Star Farm Scholarship for LGBTQ+ Students
New York • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen
The Star Farm Scholarship offers $2,500 to six LGBTQ+ high school seniors in New York. Apply with an impactful essay.
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ASHOF Scholarships
Arkansas • Freshmen
ASHOF Scholarships offer $1,000 to Arkansas high school seniors for essays on sports' positive impact. Apply online now!
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Path To Success Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Path To Success Scholarship offers $1,000 to students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with transcripts, CV, and a 1,000-word essay.
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iVein Health & Wellness Scholarship
Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
iVein Health & Wellness Scholarship offers $2,500 for full-time students with a 3.7 GPA. Essay required for application.
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AlvaradoSmith Raymond G. Alvarado Scholarship
Orange County • California • Law • Legal • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen
Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.
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Study.com Scholarship for Women in STEM
STEM • For Women • Freshmen • High school • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Study.com Scholarship for Women in STEM awards $2,000 to women in STEM degree programs. Apply online with eligibility criteria.
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Buser Memorial Scholarship
California • Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Engineering • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Buser Memorial Scholarship awards $2,250 to two undergraduates in Land Surveying or Geomatics Engineering at California colleges.
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We the Students Essay Contest
Freshmen
The We the Students Essay Contest offers up to $7,500 for students aged 14-19. Open to US citizens and residents in grades 8-12.
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Association of Hispanic Professionals for Education Scholarship
Orange County • California • Business Administration • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarship for community college transfers in Business Administration, with preference for CSU Fullerton students. Average award: $4,000.
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AEEF Scholarship
Alaska • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Freshmen
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Equitable Excellence Scholarship Program
Freshmen
The Equitable Excellence Scholarship offers $5,000 to high school seniors. Apply now with an essay for a chance to win!
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PlayStation Career Pathways Program
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Game Design • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • UX/Technical Design • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The PlayStation Career Pathways Program provides $30,000 for Black students in computer science or engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
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Dr. Julian Mitton Scholarship
Healthcare-Related • Public Health • Health Education • Healthcare Administrative • Health/Medical Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Julian Mitton Scholarship offers $1,000 for innovative essays on improving rural healthcare delivery. Apply now!
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FAQ
To write a strong application for college freshman scholarships, be clear and concise, tailor your essays to the scholarship's mission, proofread for errors, and highlight your unique experiences and aspirations.
You can find college freshman scholarships on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and websites like Mos, which aggregates scholarship opportunities tailored for your needs.
College freshman scholarships are financial awards specifically designed for students who are entering college for the first time. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
To apply for college freshman scholarships, you typically need to fill out an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and recommendation letters, and sometimes write an essay.
Yes, many college freshman scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, colleges, and foundations. It's important to research and verify the credibility of the scholarship provider.
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