[Page 27] Top 840 Difficult Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 16, 2025Apply below to the best Difficult Scholarships in February 2025.
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The Hiawatha and Eunice Northington Memorial Scholarship $1,000 Scholarship
The Hiawatha and Eunice Northington Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for MNA nurses in geriatrics pursuing advanced degrees. Apply now!
Deadline:
November 8, 2025
$1000 Dr. Marcia Rachel Excellence in Leadership Award
The $1000 Dr. Marcia Rachel Excellence in Leadership Award supports Mississippi Nurses Association members in MSN, DNP, or Ph.D. programs.
Deadline:
November 8, 2025
Alan D. Waggoner Sonographer Student Scholarship Award
Medicine • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Alan D. Waggoner Scholarship offers $1,000 to passionate sonographer students in CAAHEP programs, nominated by their directors.
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Collegiate Award
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students
The NCWIT Collegiate Award honors innovative computing achievements of women and non-binary students, offering up to $10,000.
Deadline:
November 18, 2025
Gretchen Laatsch Scholarships
Graduate Students
The Gretchen Laatsch Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for graduate students in college unions and student activities research.
Deadline:
November 20, 2025
Undergraduate Research Scholarship
Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Science • Engineering • Meteorology • Seniors • Juniors
Apply for the MSA Undergraduate Research Scholarship for microscopy projects. Open to junior/senior undergraduates. Award up to $3,000.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Clinical Research Scholarship
Pharmacy • Healthcare-Related
Annual $7,500 Clinical Research Scholarship for U.S. pharmacy fellows in Rho Chi Honor Society. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
The Garden Club of America's Coastal Wetland Studies Award
Environmental Science • Graduate Students
The Garden Club of America's Coastal Wetland Studies Award offers $5,000 for U.S. graduate students researching coastal wetlands.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Varian Radiation Therapy Advancement Scholarship
Medicine • Healthcare-Related • Health/Medical Technology • Juniors • Freshmen • Graduate Students • Sophomores
The Varian Radiation Therapy Scholarship offers $4,250 for radiation therapists and technologists with financial need and achievements.
Deadline:
January 12, 2026
Elekta Radiation Therapy Scholarship
Health/Medical Technology • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Freshmen
Elekta offers a $5,000 scholarship for ASRT members pursuing radiation therapy programs, requiring financial need and a recommendation letter.
Deadline:
January 14, 2026
Albert M. Greenfield Foundation Dissertation Fellowship
World Studies • American Studies • History • Graduate Students
The Albert M. Greenfield Foundation Dissertation Fellowship offers up to $12,500 for research at the Library Company. Apply with CV and proposal.
Deadline:
January 15, 2026
The Ocean Foundation's scholarship
District Of Columbia • Marine Biology/Sciences • Environmental Science • Conservation • Natural Resources Management • Public Policy & Administration • Graduate Students
The Ocean Foundation offers a $2,500 scholarship for Masters and Ph.D. students researching sea turtle behavior and conservation.
Deadline:
January 15, 2026
PinkRose Foundation Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The PinkRose Foundation Scholarship provides up to $1,000 for U.S. residents under 25 who lost a parent to breast cancer.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
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
The Jackie Robinson Foundation offers up to $30,000 scholarships for minority high school seniors with leadership and community service dedication.
Deadline:
January 9, 2026
Central Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships
Marion County • Hamilton County • Indiana • Freshmen
Central Indiana Community Foundation offers $22,000+ in scholarships annually with a single application for local students.
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Arts For Life Award
Florida • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Film • Music • Freshmen
The Arts For Life Award offers $1,000 to Florida seniors excelling in the arts. Apply with an essay and portfolio.
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CSI Executive Search STEM Scholarship
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 • STEM • Mathematics • Science • Technology • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
The CSI Executive Search STEM Scholarship offers $1,000 for students in STEM with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay.
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ScottMadden Inspire Scholarship
Georgia • Massachusetts • North Carolina • Business Administration • Management • Energy • Finance • Accounting • Human Resources • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Computer Science • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ScottMadden Inspire Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Black or African American students in select cities pursuing specific majors.
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Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Hospitality Education Scholarship (Spring)
Hospitality • Travel & Tourism • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation offers $2,000 scholarships for hospitality students. Must be 18 with a diploma. Essay and recommendations needed.
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Public Education and Citizenship Scholarship
Florida • Freshmen
Ten $1,000 scholarships for Florida high school seniors attending state-supported institutions. Apply now!
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UNCF Lam Research Scholarship
Chemical Engineering • Computer Science • Engineering • STEM • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students
The UNCF Lam Research Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented students in engineering and science fields at HBCUs or HSIs.
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College Scholarship Program
Aerospace • Astronomy • Architecture • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Chemical Engineering • Cybersecurity • IT/Information Technology • UX/Technical Design • Chemistry • Information Sciences • Computer Science • Computer Engineering • Biology • Energy • Geological & Earth Sciences • Nuclear Engineering • Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • Physics • Environmental Science • STEM • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the College Scholarship Program offering $2,500 scholarships for STEM majors. Submit an essay to qualify!
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Dr. Brian Blick Grant
Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Public Health • Pre-Med • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Brian Blick Grant offers $1,000 to healthcare students. Apply with a 1000-word essay on a healthcare issue and solutions.
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AIPG National Undergraduate Scholarship
Geological & Earth Sciences • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The AIPG National Undergraduate Scholarship awards up to $3,000 to geology students who are sophomores or above.
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Grossman Scholarship
Colorado • Conservation • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Grossman Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Colorado residents pursuing environmental education. Two recommendation letters required.
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FAQ for difficult scholarships
In your personal statement, include your academic achievements, career goals, relevant experiences, and why you are a strong candidate for the scholarship. Make sure to convey your passion and commitment to your field of study.
Difficult scholarships are often very competitive, with many applicants vying for a limited number of awards. This competition can be intense, so it's crucial to present a strong application.
Some difficult scholarships may require interviews as part of the selection process, especially if they are highly competitive. It's important to prepare for potential interviews by practicing common questions and articulating your goals.
To apply for difficult scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, submit required documents such as transcripts and letters of recommendation, and sometimes write essays or personal statements. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
To increase your chances, focus on maintaining a strong academic record, getting involved in extracurricular activities, crafting a compelling personal statement, and ensuring that your application is complete and submitted on time.
Many difficult scholarships do require a high GPA, as they are competitive and seek to reward students with strong academic records. However, some may consider other factors such as leadership or community service.
Eligibility criteria for difficult scholarships can vary widely but often include academic performance, specific fields of study, extracurricular involvement, and sometimes demographic factors. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, difficult scholarships are legitimate and are offered by various organizations, institutions, and foundations. However, it's essential to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
You can find difficult scholarships on platforms like Mos, which aggregates various scholarship opportunities tailored to your needs and qualifications.
Difficult scholarships are competitive financial aid opportunities that often have stringent eligibility criteria, a rigorous application process, and may require exceptional academic performance, unique talents, or specific achievements.
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