[Page 13] Top 916 Identity-based Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 24, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based Scholarships in February 2025.
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Fresh Start Scholarship
Kent County • New Castle County • Sussex County • Delaware • For Women • Age • Freshmen
The Fresh Start Scholarship provides up to $40,000 for Delaware women aged 20+ with a 2-year education gap. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
Owens Corning Building Futures Scholarship
Atlanta • Fairburn • Savannah • Jacksonville • Memphis • Jackson • Houston • East Compton • West Compton • California • Georgia • Florida • Tennessee • Texas • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen
Owens Corning Building Futures Scholarship offers up to $4,250 for Black/African American or Latinx/Hispanic freshmen with financial need.
Deadline:
July 1, 2025
Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund
Amador County • San Joaquin County • Butte County • Colusa County • El Dorado County • Nevada County • Placer County • Plumas County • Sacramento County • Sierra County • Solano County • Stanislaus County • Sutter County • Tuolumne County • Yolo County • Yuba County • California • Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund provides $1,500+ to LGBTQ+ and allied healthcare students in select California counties.
Deadline:
August 16, 2025
Women's Transportation Seminar Colorado Scholarships
Wyoming • Colorado • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Scholarships for female students in transportation, offering up to $10,000 for those with a 3.0 GPA in Colorado or Wyoming.
Deadline:
October 15, 2025
Point Flagship Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Point Flagship Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for LGBTQ students enrolled in U.S. colleges. Must be 'out' as LGBTQ.
Deadline:
December 5, 2025
Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship
Illinois • Finance • Accounting • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Marketing • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Illinois Diversity Real Estate Scholarship awards $500 to minority students in Illinois pursuing real estate careers.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Jim McBroom and John H. Weston Charitable Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation Scholarship
Oregon • Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • Film • Photography • Writing • Literature • Architecture • Studio Arts • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
Scholarship for Oregon residents pursuing fine arts or humanities degrees. Requires three essays. Award: 250+.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Robert R. Bergis and Theodore W. Rosenberg Scholarship
Idaho • Washington • Montana • Alaska • Oregon • California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Bergis & Rosenberg Scholarship offers $250 for LGBTQ+ students in CA facing barriers. Apply with three essays.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Robert R. Bergis and Theodore W. Rosenberg Need-based Scholarship
Montana • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Bergis-Rosenberg Scholarship aids LGBTQ+ students in Montana and Washington facing financial need. Apply with three essays for $250.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Thompson-Wittrock “Pass It On” Scholarship
Pacific County • Grays Harbor County • Ferry County • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Age
The Thompson-Wittrock Scholarship supports LGBTQ and ally students in specific counties. Apply with three essays for a $250 award.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Joe Varano Scholarship
Idaho • Montana • Alaska • Washington • Oregon • Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Joe Varano Scholarship offers $250 to LGBTQ+ education students in the Pacific Northwest facing various barriers. Apply with three essays.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Rosenberg-Ibarra Scholarship
Idaho • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students
The Rosenberg-Ibarra Scholarship aids LGBTIQ+ students in Idaho facing barriers. Apply with three essays for a $250 award.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Jack D. Motteler Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Arts • Studio Arts • Art History • Photography • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Jack D. Motteler Scholarship supports Northwest residents in visual arts with a $250+ award. Apply by submitting three essays.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Frank W. Ross Memorial Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Frank W. Ross Memorial Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ and allied students under 21 facing poverty and housing insecurity in the Pacific Northwest.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Constellation Scholars Program
The Constellation Scholars Program offers $5,000 to diverse high school seniors in select states pursuing engineering or IT majors.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Young Women in Public Affairs
Milwaukee County • Waukesha County • Washington County • Ozaukee County • Racine County • Kenosha County • Wisconsin • Public Policy & Administration • Public Relations • Political Science/Government • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • High school
Scholarship for young women (16-19) in southeastern WI, promoting volunteerism and Zonta International knowledge. Up to $5,000 award.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
The SAWF Scholarship
Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • Texas • West Virginia • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Aerospace • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.
Deadline:
March 25, 2025
VIP Women in Technology Scholarship
Information Sciences • Computer Science • Technology • Computer Engineering • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Community Service • Athletic • Freshmen
The VIP Women in Technology Scholarship awards up to $2,500 to women pursuing tech careers with a 3.0 GPA and community involvement.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Jack Montoya Memorial Scholarship
California • For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Jack Montoya Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500+ for undergraduates and $5,000+ for graduates to Indigenous California residents.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Education Scholarship
Education • Teacher Education • For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Education Scholarship offers $1,500 to diverse college students pursuing teaching careers. GPA of 2.5+ and U.S. citizenship required.
Deadline:
April 8, 2025
Norman Brown 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 Norman Brown Scholarship offers $5,000 to minority high school graduates attending a 4-year college. Apply with GPA and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 10, 2025
BPW/Maine Continuing Education Scholarship
Maine • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
The BPW/Maine Scholarship offers $2,500 to women in Maine pursuing accredited education, based on need and merit.
Deadline:
April 13, 2025
The Aritzia Scholarship
Mental Health • Social Sciences • Social Work • Fashion • Operations Management • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Bisexual students • For Transgender students • For Queer students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Asexual students
The Aritzia Scholarship offers $5,000 to LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing careers in fashion, mental health, or social justice. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
LEAP Rise Above Scholarship
Washington • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors
The LEAP Rise Above Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Latinx students committed to community improvement and higher education.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation Girls in Football Scholarship
For Women • Athletic • Freshmen
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation offers a $5,000 scholarship for female high school seniors in football with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 19, 2025
FAQ for identity-based scholarships
Common mistakes to avoid when applying for identity-based scholarships include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting generic essays, and not proofreading your application materials. Take your time to ensure your application is complete and polished.
Yes, some identity-based scholarships may not require essays, but many do. It's important to read the application guidelines carefully to understand what is required.
In your personal statement for identity-based scholarships, include your personal story, how your identity has shaped your experiences, your academic and career goals, and how receiving the scholarship will help you achieve those goals.
Yes, many identity-based scholarships are open to international students, but eligibility can vary. Be sure to check the specific requirements for each scholarship you are considering.
To increase your chances of winning an identity-based scholarship, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, highlighting your achievements, and demonstrating your commitment to your community and identity.
Yes, you can apply for multiple identity-based scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving funding for your education.
Eligibility criteria for identity-based scholarships vary by scholarship but often include factors such as the applicant's identity, academic performance, community involvement, and financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, identity-based scholarships are legitimate and are offered by various organizations, foundations, and educational institutions to support underrepresented groups in higher education.
You can find identity-based scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates numerous scholarship opportunities tailored to different identities and backgrounds.
Identity-based scholarships are financial awards designed to support students from specific demographic groups, such as those based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other identity factors. These scholarships aim to promote diversity and inclusion in education.
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