Apply below to the best Identity-based Scholarships in February 2025.
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California • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students
The Markowski-Leach Scholarship offers $2,500 to LGBTQ students at select universities who demonstrate excellence and promise as role models.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Journalism • Communications • For Orthodox Christian students
The Peter Agris Memorial Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Greek-American students in journalism with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Energy • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Engineering • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Chevron offers $5,000 scholarships for indigenous students in STEM fields. Must be an AISES member with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Architecture • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Natural Resources Management • Biology • Physics • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The AISES A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for Indigenous students in STEM with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with verification and essays.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors
The Marie L. Rose Scholarship offers $3,000 to students with Huguenot ancestry, recommended by their colleges.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Writing • Arts • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship offers $20,000 for Cuban artists. Apply with recommendations, work samples, and an artist statement.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Studio Arts
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship offers $20,000 for Cuban artists. Submit your visual arts work to apply.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
North Carolina • 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 • Freshmen
The Pearl Berlin Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for LGBTQ+ seniors in NC showing leadership. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Barber-Owen-Thomas Scholarship offers $250+ for Sigma Kappa members with a 3.00 GPA in need of financial aid. Essay required.
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Religious/Theological Studies • 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 students of color • Freshmen
The Richard S. Smith Scholarship offers $1,000 to racial-ethnic minority high school seniors pursuing church-related careers.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • High school • Freshmen
The Ellie Gerson Scholarship offers $250+ for graduate students in Greater Cleveland. Apply with one common application and essay.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Frank Joseph and Elaine Sara Garron Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to graduate students in Greater Cleveland. Apply with one application.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • High school • Freshmen
The Raskind Family Scholarship offers $250+ to local students in Greater Cleveland through a single application process.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Medina County • Portage County • Ohio • High school • Freshmen
The Jaffe Family Community Service Scholarship offers $250+ to Greater Cleveland students. Apply with one common application and essay.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Medina County • Portage County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Howard S. Young Scholarship offers $250+ to Greater Cleveland students through a common application. High winning chances!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Medina County • Portage County • Ohio • Education • For students of color • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Shelly Saltzman Scholarship offers $250+ to Greater Cleveland students. One application for multiple scholarships. High winning chances!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • Social Work • Graduate Students
The Eleanor R. Gerson Award offers $250+ scholarships for graduate social work students in Greater Cleveland. Apply with one common application.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Information Sciences • Law • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students
Apply for the George A. Strait Minority Scholarship for law librarianship. Open to minority students in ALA-accredited programs. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
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 For the Culture Scholarship awards $900 to BIPOC high school seniors attending Diversity University summit. Apply with proof of attendance.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
For Women
AWIS Opportunity Scholarship offers $2,500 for women in STEM re-entering the workforce. Apply now for support in your career journey!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
For Women
Tri Delta offers scholarships up to $7,500 for undergraduate members demonstrating academic and community involvement.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
For Women
Delta Gamma offers merit-based scholarships for initiated members with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with a letter of recommendation and essay.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Law Enforcement • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
The MAWP Memorial Scholarship provides $450+ for female students pursuing a law enforcement career, requiring P.O.S.T. program completion.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Nursing • For Hispanic and/or Latino students
The ACT Research Grant offers $1,000 to Latino Ph.D. nursing students improving health care outcomes for their community.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
Tennessee • Louisiana • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Helen And Allen Brown Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for racial-ethnic minority students in United Methodist Church districts.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
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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