Scholarships for graduate students - Jan '25

Updated Jan 31, 2025

Apply below to the best Scholarships for graduate students for January 2025.

Brandon Fradd Fellowship in Music Composition

Music • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Brandon Fradd Fellowship offers $20,000 to Cuban artists in music composition. Apply with narratives, recommendations, and recordings.

Deadline:

May 1, 2025

Get Up To $250

District 24 Erma B. Kraft Scholarship Fund Indian River County

Indian River County • Florida • Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Erma B. Kraft Scholarship Fund offers $250+ for Indian River County students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in Florida.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $500

Dottie Martin Teachers Scholarship

North Carolina • Childcare • Counseling • For Women • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Dottie Martin Teachers Scholarship awards $500 to future NC teachers. Apply with an essay and recommendations!

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $250

District 20 The Evelyn Baxter Memorial Fund Manatee County

Manatee County • Florida • Nursing • Freshmen • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Evelyn Baxter Memorial Fund offers $250+ awards for Manatee County nursing students with GPA requirements and essay submissions.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $750

Ingeborg Mauksch Scholarship

Lee County • Florida • Nursing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Ingeborg Mauksch Scholarship offers up to $750 for Florida nursing students with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

AgCountry Farm Credit Services Upperclassman Scholarship

Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Business (MBA) • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

AgCountry Farm Credit Services offers a $1,000 scholarship for upperclassmen in agribusiness or related fields. Apply now!

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $250

Florida Nurses Foundation Scholarship

Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Florida Nurses Foundation Scholarships support nursing students in Florida with awards starting at $250. Minimum GPA required.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $500

Connie Dorry Memorial Fund

Miami-Dade County • Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students

The Connie Dorry Memorial Fund offers a $500 scholarship for Dade County nursing graduates in Florida with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

Get Up To $2,000

GeneTex Scholarship Program

Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The GeneTex Scholarship Program awards $2,000 to STEM students. Apply with an application form, transcript, and proof of acceptance.

Deadline:

July 11, 2025

Get Up To $250

Custom Sock Lab Scholarship Program

Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Radio & Television • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Deadline:

July 18, 2025

Get Up To $2,500

Helen G. and Allan D. Cruickshank Research Scholarship

Florida • STEM • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Climate Sciences • Conservation • Environmental Science • Veterinary • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students

The Cruickshank Research Scholarship offers $2,500 for research on wild birds in Florida for students and nonprofits.

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

Get Up To $15,000

The Denver Foundation Scholarships

Denver • Colorado • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Denver Foundation offers scholarships up to $15,000 for local students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply online today!

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

Get Up To $2,000

Merit Scholarship

Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Deadline:

April 26, 2025

Get Up To $100

Vegetarian Video Scholarship

High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Apply for the Vegetarian Video Scholarship to win up to $200 by creating a video on vegetarianism or veganism.

Deadline:

July 15, 2025

Get Up To $100

Student Ideas for a Better America

High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Student Ideas for a Better America offers $100 to creative students for innovative educational concepts and product improvements.

Deadline:

December 31, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

$1,000 Supercollege Scholarship

High school • Graduate Students • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores

Apply for the $1,000 SuperCollege Scholarship to cover tuition, textbooks, and more. Open to all college students and future students.

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship

High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Apply for the $1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship to help cover college tuition and fees. Online application required.

Deadline:

April 30, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

Gen and Kelly Tanabe Parent Scholarship

High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Gen and Kelly Tanabe Parent Scholarship awards $1,000 to U.S. students in grades 9-12 or enrolled in college. Apply now!

Deadline:

July 31, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

High school • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students

Apply for the Don't Text and Drive Scholarship to raise awareness about texting while driving. Award: $1,000.

Deadline:

September 30, 2025

Get Up To $1,500

Edward G. and Helen A. Borgens Secondary Teacher Scholarship

Teaching • Age • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Borgens Secondary Teacher Scholarship offers $1,500 to students 25+ studying secondary education with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Get Up To $2,000

Mary Elizabeth Lockwood Beneventi MBA Scholarship

Business Administration • Graduate Students

The Mary Elizabeth Lockwood Beneventi MBA Scholarship offers $2,000 for full-time graduate students in business administration with a 3.25 GPA.

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Get Up To $3,000

ALA Tom & Roberta Drewes Scholarship

Graduate Students

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

Get Up To $3,000

ALA Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship

Literature • Graduate Students

The ALA Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship awards $3,000 to library staff pursuing an MLS in an ALA-accredited program. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

Get Up To $500

SuperMoney’s Financial Literacy Scholarship

Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • High school

SuperMoney offers a $1,000 scholarship biannually for students promoting financial wellness. Apply with an essay and GPA of 3.0+.

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

Get Up To $1,000

Pedrozzi Foundation Scholarship

Livermore • Alameda County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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FAQ

You can find scholarships for graduate students on platforms like Mos, which aggregates various scholarship opportunities tailored for graduate-level education.

It's advisable to start applying for scholarships for graduate students as early as possible, ideally several months before your program begins, to ensure you meet all deadlines.

In your personal statement for scholarships for graduate students, you should include your academic achievements, career goals, relevant experiences, and why you are a strong candidate for the scholarship.

Yes, many scholarships for graduate students are open to international students. However, eligibility may vary, so it's important to check the specific requirements of each scholarship.

While many scholarships for graduate students consider GPA as a factor, not all require a high GPA. Some scholarships may focus on other criteria such as research experience or community involvement.

To increase your chances of winning a scholarship for graduate students, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, and ensure you meet all eligibility requirements.