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

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

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

What is a letter of recommendation?

Dr. Elmer L. Cooper Endowment by Maryland Agriculture Teachers Association

The Dr. Elmer L. Cooper Endowment offers a $2,000 scholarship for Maryland residents majoring in Agricultural Education.

Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation Scholarship

The Colonial Agricultural Educational Foundation Scholarship offers up to $6,500 for students in specific Maryland and Virginia counties.

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

Application form

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Essay

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

FAFSA SAI confirmation

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Jihoon Rim Scholarship

The Jihoon Rim Scholarship awards $5,000 to undergraduates of Korean descent in select states with a 3.0 GPA. Apply online with required documents.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore's scholarships

The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on merit and need.

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

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

Kaitlyn Taylor McDaniel Memorial Foundation

The Kaitlyn Taylor McDaniel Memorial Foundation offers $250+ scholarships for nursing students from Carroll County High.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Central Scholarship

Central Scholarship offers $1,000-$11,000 to Maryland's African American/Black students with a 2.8 GPA. Apply now!

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

The Roothbert Fund Scholarships

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

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

What is a scholarship portal?

Tucker Community Foundation High School Students Scholarships 

Tucker Community Foundation offers up to $8,000 in scholarships for high school seniors in WV and MD. One application for all awards.

The Community Foundation of Carroll County Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Carroll County offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for 75 awards.

Charles Neal Boyden Memorial Endowment by family and friends

Scholarship for Charles County 4H students with 3+ years involvement and 3.0 GPA. Award amount: $2,000.

H. Earl Longest Endowment by Employees and Directors of Colonial Farm Credit

The H. Earl Longest Endowment offers $2,700 for applicants in agriculture-related fields from Colonial Farm Credit territory.

Tom Goerger Memorial Endowment by friends

The Tom Goerger Memorial Endowment offers $2,700 for students in agriculture from Colonial Farm Credit territory.

Community Foundation of Washington County MD Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Washington County MD offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

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

The Alfred Street Baptist Church Scholarship

The Alfred Street Baptist Church Scholarship offers $5,000 annually for 4 years to eligible DC area graduates committed to community service.

Bill & Shireen Kirk Scholarship Fund

Annual scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in business, chemistry, engineering, and marketing. $250+ award available.

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

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

NEWH Washington DC Metropolitan Scholarship

The NEWH Washington DC Metropolitan Scholarship offers up to $75,000 for students in hospitality-related majors with a 3.0 GPA.

Community Foundation of Southern Maryland Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland offers scholarships up to $5,000 for graduating seniors in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary Counties.

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

JSSA Scholarship for Graduate Students 

The JSSA Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for Montgomery County residents under 30 in accredited graduate programs.

Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarships

Team DC offers $1,400 scholarships for LGBTQ student-athletes in D.C. who excel academically and athletically. Apply now!

Roy E. Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship

The Roy E. Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship offers $15,000 to U.S. engineering students, with preference for Maryland residents.

The JBL Scholarship

The JBL Scholarship offers $250 to Delaware seniors with a 3.0 GPA or 1150 SAT score. Apply with an essay, form, transcripts, and headshot.

Tucker Community Foundation College Students Scholarships

Tucker Community Foundation offers up to $8,000 in scholarships for college students in select WV and MD counties. Apply now!

Is applying for college scholarships worth it?

Community Foundation of Howard County Scholarships

Apply for $1,000+ scholarships for Howard County high school seniors through the Community Foundation's universal application.

When do I apply for college scholarships?

Community Foundation of Frederick County Scholarships

Frederick County offers scholarships for high school seniors and college students. Apply online for 2024-2025 scholarships today!

DAR–Lena Ferguson Scholarship

The DAR–Lena Ferguson Scholarship awards $5,000 to eligible nursing students from DC, MD, or VA with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.

Susan Colleen and Miranda Louise Bushey Memorial Endowment by family and friends

Scholarship for Lackey High School seniors, $2,000 award, preference for Junior ROTC members. Essay and recommendations may be required.

WMANNCA Graduate Degree Nursing Scholarship

WMANNCA offers $1,500 scholarships for Navy Nurses pursuing graduate degrees in select states. Apply now!

Casey Scholarships

Casey Scholarships provide $5,250 for nursing degrees and certifications for employees. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Apply now!

American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship

The American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship offers $10,000 to underrepresented students pursuing STEM or business degrees.

AB HBCU Scholars Program

The AB HBCU Scholars Program offers $5,000 for eligible undergraduate sophomores at select HBCUs. Apply now!

PFLAG Columbia-Howard County Scholarship

PFLAG Columbia-Howard County offers a $2,000 scholarship for LGBTQ+ and allied students in Maryland pursuing post-secondary education.

Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, Inc. Scholarships

Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland offers $250+ scholarships for college students in gardening and related fields. Apply now!

Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship

The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.

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What are the participating institutions in TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship?

TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship

The TMCF | NIKE HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for undergraduates with a 3.0 GPA and financial need. Apply now!

Orrstown Bank Foundation Inc. Scholarship

Orrstown Bank Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,500 for eligible high school seniors in select PA and MD counties.

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

Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship

The Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship offers $3,000 to students in horticulture or landscape from MD, VA, or WV with a 2.7 GPA.

Which schools participate to the TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship?

TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship

The TMCF | Ford Fund HBCU Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for STEM majors at TMCF schools. Apply now if you meet the criteria!

Pursuit of Excellence (POE) Scholarship 

The POE Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for eligible high school seniors and community college transfers in select states.

MACPA Scholarships

MACPA offers scholarships for Maryland students pursuing CPA careers. Must have 3.0 GPA, financial need, and 60 credit hours.

The Mid-Atlantic STA Foundation Scholarship

The Mid-Atlantic STA Foundation Scholarship awards $2,000 to eligible high school seniors and college students in finance-related fields.

Colonial Farm Credit Endowment 

The Colonial Farm Credit Endowment provides a $6,500 award for residents with an agricultural background in related fields.

Colonial Farm Credit Endowment in Memory of Fred Richardson and Allen Swann

The Colonial Farm Credit Endowment offers a $6,500 scholarship for residents with an agricultural background in related fields.

Dr. Elmer L. Cooper Endowment by Maryland FFA Association Leadership by Maryland FFA Association, Inc., Maryland FFA Foundation, Inc. and Maryland FFA Alumni Life Affiliate

The Dr. Elmer L. Cooper Endowment offers a $2,000 award for Maryland FFA members demonstrating leadership and involvement.

Doctoral Scholars Program

The SREB-State Doctoral Scholars Program provides a $20,000 stipend for Ph.D. students aiming to become professors in select states.

Howard Hughes Corporation Community Scholarship

The Howard Hughes Corporation Community Scholarship offers $5,000 for residents pursuing specific majors with a 3.0 GPA.

Ancestry’s HistoryMakers Scholarship

The Ancestry’s HistoryMakers Scholarship offers $2,500 to diverse undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.75 or higher.

Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship for Communal Service 

The Hyman P. Moldover Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Jewish graduate students in communal service. Apply now!