Essay

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

What is a letter of recommendation?

Mitchell Scholarship

The Mitchell Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Maine residents graduating from public high schools to pursue higher education.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Clyde Russell Scholarship

The Clyde Russell Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Maine high school seniors attending college. Apply with intent letter, recommendations, and transcripts.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship offers up to $17,000 for full-time New England students with a FAFSA SAI of $13,000 or less.

GCFM Horticulture Scholarship

The GCFM Horticulture Scholarship offers $4,000 to Maine students in horticulture-related fields. Requires essays and recommendations.

The Roothbert Fund Scholarships

The Roothbert Fund Scholarships offer up to $7,000 for students guided by spiritual motives. Apply with essays and recommendations.

What is a scholarship portal?

When do I apply for college scholarships?

Is applying for college scholarships worth it?

Maine Community Foundation Scholarships

Maine Community Foundation offers 525+ scholarships for Maine students pursuing education. Apply via the website for matching opportunities.

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked Out Dreamers

The Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $80,000 for DREAMers in locked-out states to attend college. Eligibility includes DACA or TPS.

Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship

Yankee Clipper Contest Club offers a $2,000 scholarship for U.S. students under 22 with an amateur radio license. Apply now!

The New England FEMARA Scholarship

The New England FEMARA Scholarship offers $2,000 to residents with a Technical Class radio license, based on merit and community interest.

The Geiger Scholarship

The Geiger Scholarship provides up to $10,000 for Maine island students seeking off-island educational experiences.

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

The Mary Lou Marks Smith Scholarship

The Mary Lou Marks Smith Scholarship offers $1,000 to Maine community college students majoring in horticulture or floral design.

Barowsky Scholars

Barowsky Scholars provides $5,000 to $25,000 for Maine high school seniors pursuing economics and related courses.

Video

Boston/New England NATAS Scholarship

The Boston/New England NATAS Scholarship awards $5,000 to seniors pursuing a major in television at a 4-year college.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Nursing Scholarship

Maine nursing students can apply for a $500 scholarship with a 2.0 GPA, two recommendations, and an essay. Good luck!

Horch Roofing Trade School Scholarship

The Horch Roofing Trade School Scholarship awards $1,000 to Maine residents pursuing college or trade school. Apply with an essay and recommendation.

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

A. Leigh Phillips Scholarship

The A. Leigh Phillips Scholarship awards $1,000 to graduating seniors with disabilities pursuing post-secondary education.

Lemieux-Lovejoy Youth Scholarship

The Lemieux-Lovejoy Youth Scholarship offers $3,000 to Maine women high school seniors with financial need pursuing postsecondary education.

Art Project

Clauder Competition Prize

The Clauder Competition offers a $3,000 prize for original plays by New England playwrights. Open to residents and students in the region.

Unitil Scholarship Fund

The Unitil Scholarship offers $5,000 to high school seniors in NH, ME, or MA pursuing STEM degrees. Essay and recommendation required.

BPW/Maine Continuing  Education  Scholarship

The BPW/Maine Scholarship offers $2,500 to women in Maine pursuing accredited education, based on need and merit.

How do I create a resume? 

Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship

The Bigelow Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for New England students in horticulture, prioritizing financial need.

How do I know if I'm a resident of my state?

Lamey-Wellehan Maine Difference Scholarship

The Lamey-Wellehan Maine Difference Scholarship offers $1,000 for Maine residents studying ecology and economics at Maine colleges.

SpeakOUT Boston Scholarship

The SpeakOUT Boston Scholarship offers $500 to LGBTQIA+ undergraduates in New England with a 3.00 GPA. Apply now!

Adult Learner Long-term Scholarship

The Adult Learner Long-term Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for non-traditional Maine students aged 25+ or with unique circumstances.

A.L. Brown Scholarship

The A.L. Brown Scholarship offers up to $8,000 for New England students pursuing engineering degrees. Apply now!

Susan Vincent Memorial Scholarship

The Susan Vincent Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to students accepted into a PA program, aiming to serve in Maine post-graduation.

Richard H. Pierce Memorial Scholarship

Mainely Character Scholarship

The Mainely Character Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Maine high school graduates enrolling in post-secondary education.

NEEBC Scholarship Program

The NEEBC Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for New England students pursuing careers in employee benefits with a 3.0 GPA.

Montello-Sawyer Memorial Scholarship

The Montello-Sawyer Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 to Maine Appraisal Institute members pursuing designation or licensure based on need.

NETA Scholarship

NETA Scholarship offers $1,000 for regional transfer students with a 3.0 GPA from New England colleges. Apply with an essay.

LSP Association Scholarship Fund

The LSP Association Scholarship Fund offers $5,000 for members and Massachusetts residents pursuing environmental degrees.

Francis X. Crowley Scholarship

The Francis X. Crowley Scholarship offers $3,000 for students in civil/environmental engineering or business management in New England.

Elson T. Killam Memorial Scholarship

The Elson T. Killam Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 to NEWWA members in civil/environmental engineering in New England.

Korean War Veteran Descendant - Northeastern Regional Chapter Scholarship 

Scholarship for descendants of Korean War veterans offering $500 to $5,000. Must have Korean heritage and a 3.0 GPA.

Steven Cutter Award

The Steven Cutter Award offers up to $5,000 for health-related students from specific NH and ME towns. Apply with an essay and test scores.

NIADA Regional Scholarships

NIADA Regional Scholarships offer $250+ for high school seniors in specific US regions pursuing automotive careers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Joel Goldenberg Memorial Scholarship

The Joel Goldenberg Memorial Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for STEM students in New England or Albany/Schenectady. Apply now!

How do I get my official high school transcript?

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

NEAFA Scholarship for Future Agriculturists

The NEAFA Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for high school seniors in the Northeast pursuing agriculture-related majors.

Charles K. Mruk Scholarship

The Charles K. Mruk Scholarship awards up to $1,000 for students in New England studying Sports Turf Management.

Kate Biedron Memorial Scholarship

The Kate Biedron Memorial Scholarship offers $3,000 to New England engineering undergraduates. Apply now!

Terry Campbell Memorial Scholarship

The Terry Campbell Memorial Scholarship offers $3,000 to Maine residents at the University of Maine Orono pursuing civil or environmental engineering.

New England Femara Scholarship

The New England Femara Scholarship offers $2,000 to amateur radio operator technicians, prioritizing residents of New England states.

Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship

The Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for youth and adults from foster care in select states.