High school sophomore scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 30, 2025Apply below to the best High school sophomore scholarships for January 2025.
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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
Community Foundation of South Alabama Scholarships
Baldwin County • Clarke County • Choctaw County • Conecuh County • Escambia County • Mobile County • Monroe County • Washington County • Alabama • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation of South Alabama offers $6,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
April 30, 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
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship by submitting a compelling essay on a chosen prompt.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
Chief Lawrence J. Nemec Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Freshmen • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • High school
The Chief Lawrence J. Nemec Jr. Memorial Scholarship offers 8 awards of $2,000 for volunteer firefighters and EMTs with financial need.
Deadline:
August 11, 2025
Ascent & College Assistance Plus College Confidence Scholarship Giveaway
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Win a $1,000 College Confidence Scholarship! Open to students 14+ enrolled in high school or training programs. Apply via Instagram.
Deadline:
September 30, 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
Breakthrough Junior Challenge
Age • High school
The Breakthrough Junior Challenge awards students aged 13-18 up to $250,000 for a creative video submission on a chosen topic.
Deadline:
June 25, 2025
NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship
Community Service • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NSHSS Change-Maker Scholarship awards $1,000 to students passionate about social change. Apply with a recommendation and essay.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Dance Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • High school • Freshmen
Apply for the NSHSS Dance Scholarship: $2,000 awards for passionate high school dancers. Submit video, recommendation, and inspiration statement.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
Scholarship for Language Enthusiasts
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $200 Scholarship for Language Enthusiasts by creating a video on your motivation for language learning!
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Ascent’s $10,000 Summer of Success Scholarship Giveaway
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Win Ascent's $10,000 Summer of Success Scholarship by sharing your ideas for workplace skills. Follow, tag friends, and apply now!
Deadline:
September 2, 2025
Union County Community Foundation Scholarships
Union County • Arkansas • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Union County Community Foundation offers $250+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. High winning chances!
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Power Life Sciences Scholarship
Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Technology • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Power Life Sciences Scholarship offers $2,000 for students analyzing clinical trial data, not based on academic performance.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
YoungArts Arts Competition
High school • Freshmen
YoungArts Competition offers $250 to $10,000 for artists in grades 10-12. Apply with an online application, audition, or portfolio.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
Take Care of Texas Video Contest
Texas • High school
Texas students (grades 6-12) can win up to $2,500 by creating a 30-sec video on environmental care. Enter the Take Care of Texas Contest!
Deadline:
December 6, 2025
Carson Scholars Fund Scholarship
High school
The Carson Scholars Fund offers $1,000 scholarships to academically excellent students in grades 4-11 with a 3.75 GPA and community service.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Notorious RBG Women of Tomorrow Scholarship
For Women • For Trans Woman students • High school • Freshmen
The Notorious RBG Women of Tomorrow Scholarship offers $1,000 awards for high school students with a 3.5 GPA. Apply with leadership evidence.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
E-Waste Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
Apply for the $1,000 E-Waste Scholarship by writing an essay on e-waste. Open to all grade levels. Don't miss out!
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Digital Privacy Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Digital Privacy Scholarship awards $1,000 to students promoting awareness of online privacy. Apply with a 140-character message.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
The Ascent and Mos Pride Alliance Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Celebrate Pride Month with The Ascent and Mos Pride Alliance Scholarship! Win $1,000 and support LGBTQ+ causes. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
The Ascent and Mos Class of 2024 Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $1,000 Ascent and Mos Class of 2024 Scholarship! Open to US residents 14+ enrolled part-time. Follow our Instagram for details.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Rubincam Youth Writing Competition
High school
Annual Rubincam Youth Writing Competition awards high school students for genealogy work with a $500 prize and NGS membership.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Anthem Essay Contest
High school
The Anthem Essay Contest awards $2,000 to students for essays on Ayn Rand's work. Open to grades 8-12 worldwide.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards
Writing • English • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards for a chance to win $250+ by sharing poems that celebrate peace and the human spirit.
Deadline:
July 1, 2025
FAQ
It's a good idea to start looking for and applying for high school sophomore scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your sophomore year. Many scholarships have deadlines throughout the year, so being proactive is beneficial.
High school sophomore scholarships are financial awards designed to support students in their second year of high school. These scholarships can help cover educational expenses and encourage students to pursue their academic and extracurricular interests.
To apply for high school sophomore scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts or recommendation letters, and sometimes submit an essay or personal statement. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
While a high GPA can enhance your application, not all high school sophomore scholarships require a specific GPA. Some scholarships may focus on other factors such as leadership, community service, or personal statements.
You can find high school sophomore scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates numerous scholarship opportunities tailored for students at different educational levels.
Common documents required for high school sophomore scholarship applications may include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and proof of extracurricular involvement. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for high school sophomore scholarships can vary widely, but they often include factors such as academic performance, extracurricular involvement, community service, and sometimes specific demographic or geographic requirements.
To write a strong application for high school sophomore scholarships, start early, follow the instructions carefully, be clear and concise, showcase your strengths and achievements, and proofread your application for any errors.
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