[Page 2] Top 916 Identity-based Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 22, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based Scholarships in February 2025.
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Betsy Y. Justus Founders Scholarship
North Carolina • Technology • Engineering • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • For Women • Freshmen
The Betsy Y. Justus Founders Scholarship offers $4,000 and a laptop for NC female freshmen in Technology or Engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Empower Scholarship
Crawford County • Richland County • Sauk County • Columbia County • Grant County • Iowa County • Lafayette County • Dane County • Green County • Jefferson County • Rock County • Eau Claire County • Taylor County • Clark County • Marathon County • Buffalo County • Trempealeau County • Jackson County • Wood County • Portage County • La Crosse County • Monroe County • Juneau County • Adams County • Vernon County • Douglas County • Bayfield County • Ashland County • Iron County • Vilas County • Burnett County • Washburn County • Sawyer County • Polk County • Barron County • Rusk County • Price County • Oneida County • St. Croix County • Pierce County • Dunn County • Pepin County • Chippewa County • Minnesota • Wisconsin • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Empower Scholarship offers $1,500 to ethnically diverse students in medical fields from Minnesota or Western Wisconsin.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Hispanic Scholars Program
Texas • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Hispanic Scholars Program offers up to $5,000 for Texas students of Hispanic heritage with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Central California Asian Pacific Women Scholarship
Fresno County • Kern County • Kings County • Madera County • Merced County • San Joaquin County • Stanislaus County • Tulare County • California • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Central California Asian Pacific Women Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for API women in college from specific counties in California.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Les Dames d'Escoffier Colorado Chapter Scholarship
Colorado • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences
Les Dames d'Escoffier Colorado offers scholarships up to $2,500 for women in food-related fields attending Colorado universities.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Shamans Market $1,000 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 • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Asexual students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Shamans Market offers a $1,000 scholarship for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ students. Submit a 300-word essay to apply.
Deadline:
June 2, 2025
Sutliff and Stout Diversity in Law Scholarship
Legal • Law • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Sutliff & Stout offers a $1,500 scholarship for an essay on distracted driving habits and solutions. Open to high school and college students.
Deadline:
July 25, 2025
ISC2 Women's Cybersecurity Scholarships
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
ISC2 Women's Cybersecurity Scholarships provide $1,000 to $5,000 for women pursuing cybersecurity degrees. Minimum GPA of 3.3 required.
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Greater Seattle (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Scholarship
King County • Snohomish County • Kitsap County • Clallam County • Jefferson County • Washington • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Greater Seattle Chapter of The Links offers up to $15,000 scholarships for African American high school seniors in the Puget Sound area.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Fort Lauderdale Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship
For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Fort Lauderdale Alumnae Panhellenic Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for young women with strong academics and a passion for helping others.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Irene Adler Prize
Writing • Literature • Journalism • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Irene Adler Prize offers a $1,000 scholarship for women in journalism, creative writing, or literature. Essay required.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Clarkston Scholars Program
The Clarkston Scholars Program offers a $10,000 scholarship for first-generation college sophomores. Apply now!
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Central Alabama Community Foundation Scholarships
Butler County • Cullman County • Lowndes County • Macon County • Montgomery County • Pike County • Alabama • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Central Alabama Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in select Alabama counties. Apply online now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Susan M. Krause Scholarship
Door County • Wisconsin • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Adam Montes Pride Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Lesbian students • For Gay students • For Pansexual students • For Straight students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Adam Montes Pride Scholarship awards $500 to LGBTQ+ first-gen college students from underrepresented minorities. Essay required.
Deadline:
March 23, 2025
John and Kathryn O'Brien Scholarship
Minnesota • Energy • Construction Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores
The O'Brien Scholarship offers $500 to Minnesota State two-year college students who are immigrants or children of immigrants with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
PFLAG Lawrence/Topeka Scholarship
Kansas • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen
PFLAG Lawrence/Topeka offers a $1,000 scholarship for Kansas high school seniors who identify as LGBTQ+ or allies. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 26, 2025
Medical Diversity Scholarship
Medicine • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Graduate Students
The Medical Diversity Scholarship offers $2,000 to medical students from minority groups committed to diversity. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
October 1, 2025
Samantha Jennings-Jones Memorial Scholarship
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Samantha Jennings-Jones Memorial Scholarship awards $5,000 to women in cybersecurity or related fields with a 3.2 GPA.
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
ISC2 Graduate Scholarships
Information Sciences • Computer Science • IT/Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Graduate Students
ISC2 Graduate Scholarships offer $1,000 to $5,000 for Master's or doctoral students in cybersecurity with a 3.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship
Engineering • Computer Science • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Business Administration • Management • Finance • Marketing • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship offers $2,500-$5,000 for high school seniors of African descent pursuing tech-related degrees.
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship
Connecticut • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Freshmen
BBB's Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship offers $2,500 to diverse CT high school seniors demonstrating ethics and leadership.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Sachs Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Colorado • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Sachs Foundation offers up to $50,000 in scholarships for Black Colorado high school seniors pursuing undergraduate studies.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
SWE Emerging First Year Scholars
Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
CVS Health Foundation Health Care Careers Scholarship
Pharmacy • Nursing • Pre-Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Marine Biology/Sciences • Biology • IT/Information Technology • Psychology • Sociology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Social Work • Health Education • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Juniors
CVS Health Foundation offers $10,000 scholarships for African American or Latino/a/e students in health-related majors with financial need.
Deadline:
May 31, 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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