High school freshman scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 28, 2025Apply below to the best High school freshman scholarships for January 2025.
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Road Scholarship
High school
The Road Scholarship supports students in need for group trips, offering up to $1,000 based on achievement, need, and involvement.
Deadline:
March 28, 2025
National AG Day Essay Video
High school • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the National AG Day Essay Video Contest for a chance to win $1,000 by submitting a video on agriculture. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 9, 2025
GLHF College Bound Scholarship
Age • High school
The GLHF College Bound Scholarship offers $1,000+ for youth ages 11-17 to attend college preparatory courses and career guidance.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
The Geiger Scholarship
Maine • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Geiger Scholarship provides up to $10,000 for Maine island students seeking off-island educational experiences.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
$1,500 Future Leaders Scholarship
Age • High school
Apply for the $1,500 Future Leaders Scholarship by answering one question about great leadership. Open to U.S. residents aged 13+.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
ISL Education Lending Scholarship
Iowa • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The ISL Education Lending Scholarship provides $1,000 deposits for Iowa residents in high school or college. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
$1,300 Werewolf v.s. Vampire Scholarship
Age • High school
Enter the $1,300 Werewolf v.s. Vampire Scholarship by choosing a winner in a mythical battle. Open to U.S. residents aged 13+.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship
Apache County • Coconino County • Gila County • Imperial County • La Paz County • Maricopa County • Mohave County • Navajo County • Orange County • Pinal County • San Diego County • Yavapai County • Yuma County • Arizona • California • High school
The Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship awards up to $1,500 to students in grades 9-12 in select counties.
Deadline:
September 24, 2025
Back-to-School Scholarship - For High School Freshmen
Age • High school
Apply for the Back-to-School Scholarship: $500 for high school freshmen. Open to U.S. residents aged 13+. Short essay required.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Manifest with Mary Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Manifest with Mary Scholarship offers $1,000 to students sharing future dreams in present tense. Apply by September 30th.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
Fall Flavor Frenzy Scholarship
Age • High school
Apply for the $1,200 Fall Flavor Frenzy Scholarship by choosing your favorite fall flavor and completing a short online form.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
Make Me Laugh Scholarship
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Win a $1,500 scholarship by sharing a funny or embarrassing story! Open to students 14+ years old. Apply now!
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
John J Costonis Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The John J Costonis Scholarship awards $500 to low-income students. Apply by sharing your goals and educational hardships.
Deadline:
December 17, 2025
Annie Long Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The Annie Long Scholarship offers $1,000 for a video describing a book that changed your perspective. Apply now!
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
Dylan Ott's Study Hack Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Dylan Ott offers a $1,000 Study Hack Scholarship for students to share study techniques. Top 5 will be featured in a video series.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
Straight ‘A’ Scholarship
High school
The Straight ‘A’ Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for high school students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now for funding opportunities!
Deadline:
February 24, 2025
Inflation Sucks Scholarship
Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $200 Inflation Sucks Scholarship to ease financial strain from rising costs. Share your thoughts on inflation's impact.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
TikTok Superstar Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the TikTok Superstar Scholarship! Create a fun video for a chance to win $200. Show your creativity and tag @mosdotcom!
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Better Together Scholarship
Community Service • High school
Apply for the Better Together Scholarship! Win $200 by writing an essay on community service. Open to high school students.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
A Voice for Animals Contest
Age • High school • Freshmen
High school students can win up to $500 by writing an essay on humane treatment of animals in the A Voice for Animals Contest.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Watt Essay Contest
History • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Watt Essay Contest offers up to $1,000 for essays on the Spanish Civil War and anti-fascism. Open to high school and college students.
Deadline:
July 5, 2025
Doodle 4 Google Competition
High school • Freshmen
Join the Doodle 4 Google Competition for a chance to win up to $55,000! Open to K-12 students in the U.S. Create your Google Doodle now!
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Essay Contest
Oklahoma • High school • Freshmen
Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Essay Contest invites grades 5-12 students to reflect on the bombing's lessons for a chance to win $1,000.
Deadline:
March 4, 2025
Ocean Awareness Contest
High school
Join the Ocean Awareness Contest for a chance to win up to $1,500! Open to students ages 11-18. Showcase your creativity in various arts.
Deadline:
June 10, 2025
New York Life Award
High school • Freshmen
New York Life Award provides $2,500 scholarships to students exploring grief in their work. Open to grades 7-12.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
FAQ
Yes, you can apply for multiple high school freshman scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
High school freshman scholarships are financial awards specifically designed for students entering their first year of high school. These scholarships can help cover educational expenses and encourage academic achievement.
It's a good idea to start looking for high school freshman scholarships as soon as you enter high school. Many scholarships have deadlines throughout the year, so being proactive can help you stay organized.
To write a strong application for high school freshman scholarships, be clear and concise, follow the instructions carefully, highlight your achievements, and proofread your application for errors. Personalizing your application can also make a positive impression.
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