Essay

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

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

Freedom for Disabled Students Scholarship

The Freedom for Disabled Students Scholarship awards $500 to Mississippi students with disabilities. Apply by sharing your story.

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

Application form

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

Photo / headshot

Video

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club Scholarship

The Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to Mississippi seniors graduating in 2025. Apply with an audition video.

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

What is a letter of recommendation?

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

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

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

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

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

Transcripts

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.

Nissan North America, Inc. Scholarships

Nissan North America offers scholarships up to $30,000 for Mississippi high school grads with a 2.5 GPA and 20 ACT/940 SAT scores.

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

FAFSA SAI confirmation

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

Resume

HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative Scholarship

The HBCU Sustainable Communities Initiative Scholarship offers $5,000 to Black students in STEM or business at select UNCF schools.

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

Recommendation letter

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

The Helen Laughlin AM Mode Memorial Scholarship

The Helen Laughlin AM Mode Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for eligible radio operators pursuing higher education, with a focus on women.

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

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

The Mississippi Scholarship

The Mississippi Scholarship offers $500 to licensed radio amateurs under 30 pursuing a degree in electronics or communications.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

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

Mississippi Nurses Foundation School of Nursing Scholarship – Spring

The Mississippi Nurses Foundation offers a $1,000 scholarship for nursing students with a 2.5 GPA and community involvement.

The Pinebelt Foundation Scholarships

The Pinebelt Foundation offers scholarships for local students. Apply now for a chance to win $250+! Visit their website for details.

What is a scholarship portal?

Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship

The Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship offers $2,000 for theatre graduate students from select Southern states. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

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

NEWH Sunshine Scholarship

The NEWH Sunshine Scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students in hospitality fields in Florida and Mississippi with a 3.0 GPA.

CREATE Foundation Northeast Mississippi's Community Foundation scholarships

CREATE Foundation offers scholarships for Northeast Mississippi students based on merit, need, and activities. High winning chances!

The SAWF Scholarship

The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.

How do I know if I've won an eligible matching scholarship?

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

NATAS Southeast Foundation Scholarship

The NATAS Southeast Foundation Scholarship awards up to $6,000 for students in broadcast or digital media from select Southeastern states.

Gulf Coast Community Foundation Scholarships

Gulf Coast Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Boca Grande for higher education.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

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!

Nurse Oneita Dongieux Award for Excellence

The Nurse Oneita Dongieux Award offers $500 to nursing students in Mississippi with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required for application.

Martha Douglas Memorial Scholarship

Dr. Kay-Lewis Abney Award

The Dr. Kay-Lewis Abney Award offers $500+ to Mississippi nursing students with financial need and a commitment to patient care.

Mississippi Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Program

The MSSGC Graduate Fellowship offers $22,500 for U.S. graduate students in any field related to NASA research.

Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi offers scholarships based on merit, need, and activities. High chances for local students!

Community Foundation of East Mississippi Scholarships

The Community Foundation of East Mississippi offers scholarships for local students to help with college costs. Apply now!

PRSA Memphis Scholarship

What majors are accepted for the AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship?

AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship

The Lewis Latimer Scholarship offers $2,500 for STEAM students with a 2.75 GPA. Apply with transcript, recommendation, and essay.

NAJA Graduate Scholarship Program

The NAJA Graduate Scholarship supports students working with children in various fields. Applicants need a personal statement and recommendations.

AB HBCU Scholars Program

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

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Maggie Thompson Phipps Memorial Scholarship For Visual Art

The Maggie Thompson Phipps Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ for Visual Art majors. Requires an essay and two recommendation letters.

Sherry Buford Memorial Scholarship

The Sherry Buford Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to Mississippi high school seniors with a 2.5 GPA and ACT score of 18.

Betty Lou And George Rutledge Future Educators Of America Scholarship

The Betty Lou And George Rutledge Scholarship supports future educators in Mississippi with a $250+ award for students with a 3.0 GPA.

Art Project

Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship Award

The Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship offers $1,500 for graduate students in costume design from select Southern states.

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.

Southern Section A&WMA Scholarships

Southern Section A&WMA offers $1,000 scholarships for graduate students in environmental fields in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

Goldie Bateson Scholarship

The Goldie Bateson Scholarship is awarded to junior golfers between the ages of 7 and 17 who have an interest in learning and playing the game of golf.

$5,000 Mississippi Car Tag Stipend Program

Which schools participate in the MSCPA Undergraduate Student Scholarship?

MSCPA Undergraduate Student Scholarship 

The MSCPA Undergraduate Student Scholarship offers $1,000 to Mississippi accounting majors with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.

Mississippi Trucking Association Foundation Scholarship

The Mississippi Trucking Association Foundation Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for eligible college students in Mississippi.

Junior Auxiliary Of Tupelo Scholarship

The Junior Auxiliary of Tupelo offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students in Tupelo and Lee County. Essay and recommendations required.

Kayla Sue Mize Scholarship

The Kayla Sue Mize Scholarship offers $4,000 to graduating seniors of Oxford or Lafayette High School, MS, requiring an essay submission.

Phillip Neal Jones Memorial Scholarship

The Phillip Neal Jones Memorial Scholarship offers $10,000 for Itawamba Community College students with financial need and strong test scores.

Gale Stauffer Memorial Scholarship Fund

Gale Stauffer Memorial Scholarship for Lee County seniors, children of first responders. Award: $1,000 - $2,500. Essay & recommendations required.

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

Kim Green Scholarship

The Kim Green Scholarship offers $250+ for graduating seniors in Corinth and Alcorn County pursuing Education in Mississippi.

Marchbanks Helping Hand Scholarship 

The Marchbanks Helping Hand Scholarship offers $5,000 to Shannon high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA and 15 ACT score. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Simpson Vickery Scholarship

The Simpson Vickery Scholarship offers $6,700 to Houston high school seniors attending a Mississippi public university. GPA and ACT required.

Gulf Coast Hurricane Scholarship

Gulf Coast Hurricane Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for undergraduates in FL, AL, MS, LA, or TX pursuing plastics careers.

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

Community Service

Family District 1 Scholarships

AHEPA Family District 1 offers scholarships up to $2,500 for eligible students in the Southeast U.S. Apply now for financial aid!

Young Farmers & Ranchers Scholarships

Apply for the Young Farmers & Ranchers Scholarships for $3,000. Open to Mississippi agriculture students. Essay and recommendations required.

Korean War Veteran Descendant - Southwestern Regional Chapter Scholarship 

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