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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JASNA Essay Contest
Writing • Literature • English • High school
Enter the JASNA Essay Contest for a chance to win up to $1,000 by exploring the relevance of Jane Austen's novels today.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Florida American Legion High School State Oratorical Contest
Florida • High school • Freshmen
Florida American Legion Oratorical Contest awards $500 to $2,500 to high school students. No application needed. Contact local Post.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
National Sojourners Essay Contest
High school
Annual National Sojourners Essay Contest for high school students with cash prizes up to $2,000. Submit through local chapters.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Young Filmmakers Contest
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest awards up to $1,000 to students from grade 3 to college for their film projects.
Deadline:
June 25, 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
High school • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship by submitting an original video. Open to students worldwide.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Military Child of the Year
Military • Age • High school
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
Help to Save Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
October 10, 2025
George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest
High school
The George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest invites high school artists to showcase their talent for a chance to win up to $5,000.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
The 11th National Chopin Piano Competition
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The 11th National Chopin Piano Competition offers young pianists a chance to win up to $100,000. Apply with a performance video.
Deadline:
October 1, 2025
Jewish United Fund Merit Scholarship
Illinois • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Jewish United Fund Merit Scholarship awards $1,000 to students up to age 23 demonstrating leadership in metropolitan Chicago.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarship
Athletic • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarship awards $2,000 to ten high school athletes with a GPA of 3.5+. Apply with an essay and resume.
Deadline:
September 26, 2025
NSHSS Diversity Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Diversity Scholarship awards $2,000 to students committed to diversity and inclusion. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
October 3, 2025
John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship awards $1,000 to NSHSS members for community activism. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
October 3, 2025
NSHSS Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship
Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Fire Science/Firefighting • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NSHSS Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship awards $2,000 to students passionate about conservation and sustainability.
Deadline:
August 15, 2025
NSHSS Hometown Hero Scholarship
Community Service • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Hometown Hero Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school members demonstrating leadership through community service.
Deadline:
August 1, 2025
Be More Grant
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Graduates
The John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for innovative projects that advance technology and benefit the world.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship awards $2,000 to students passionate about film. Apply with a video and supporting documents.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
Apply for the NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship: $2,000 awards for photography and painting/drawing. Open to high school students.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship offers $2,000 awards for high school students in Fiction and Poetry categories. Apply with required documents.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Theater Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Performing Arts: Theater Scholarship awards $2,000 to high school students pursuing performing arts with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
NSHSS Passion for Public Service Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the NSHSS Passion for Public Service Scholarship: five $1,000 awards for students dedicated to public service.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Music Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • High school • Freshmen
NSHSS offers $2,000 music scholarships for high school students pursuing performing arts. Apply with a video, essay, and recommendation.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
DNA Day Essay Contest
Science • Freshmen • High school
Join the DNA Day Essay Contest for students in grades 9-12 to explore genetics concepts and win up to $1,000.
Deadline:
March 6, 2025
Communication Contest For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing
For students with disabilities • High school
Annual Communication Contest for Deaf and Hard of Hearing offers $2,500 prize for youth with hearing loss. Contact local Optimist Club.
Deadline:
June 14, 2025
Larrie Londin Memorial Scholarship
Music • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Larrie Londin Memorial Scholarship awards up to $1,000 for drummers aged 18-24 and $500 for those 17 and under. Apply with a video.
Deadline:
April 30, 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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