[Page 14] Top 1,927 Need-based Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 24, 2025Apply below to the best Need-based Scholarships in February 2025.
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Hispanic Community Affairs Council Scholarship
Alameda County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Hispanic Community Affairs Council Scholarship awards $2,000 to eligible Hispanic/Latino students in Alameda County for college.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
West Point Community Foundation Scholarships
West Point • New York • Freshmen
West Point Community Foundation offers over $25,000 in scholarships annually to local students, with an average award of $500.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Scholarships
Crawford County • Grant County • Green County • Iowa County • Lafayette County • Rock County • Sauk County • Vernon County • Walworth County • Wisconsin • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin offers scholarships based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for a chance to win!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The Hillsdale County Community Foundation Scholarships
Hillsdale County • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Hillsdale County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,500 for local students. Complete the Universal Application to apply.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Kosciusko County Community Foundation Scholarships
Kosciusko County • Indiana • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Kosciusko County Community Foundation offers 100+ scholarships, awarding over $500,000 annually to local students in Indiana.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln Scholarships
Sangamon County • Cass County • Christian County • Logan County • Macoupin County • Menard County • Montgomery County • Morgan County • Illinois • Freshmen
The Community Foundation offers $2,500+ scholarships for local students in several counties. High chances of winning! Apply now.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin's scholarships
Crawford County • Grant County • Green County • Iowa County • Lafayette County • Rock County • Sauk County • Vernon County • Walworth County • Wisconsin • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin offers scholarships for high school seniors in several counties. Apply now for a chance to win!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Praxair International Scholarship
Other Trades/Crafts • Technology • Engineering • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Praxair International Scholarship offers up to $7,000 for students in welding engineering. Requires 2.5 GPA, essay, and recommendations.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Roscommon County Community Foundation Scholarships
Roscommon County • Michigan • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
Roscommon County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local high school graduates with a GPA of 2.25+. Apply now for a chance to win!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Sturgis Area Community Foundation Scholarships
St. Joseph County • Michigan
Sturgis Area Community Foundation offers $250+ scholarships for St. Joseph County students. One application for 46 scholarships available.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Edward J. Brady Scholarship
Other Trades/Crafts • Technology • Engineering • Freshmen
The Edward J. Brady Scholarship offers up to $7,000 for US undergraduates in welding engineering with a 2.5 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Vocational Grant, Scholarship Award
Wyoming • Freshmen
Wyoming high school seniors can apply for a $1,000 vocational grant for two-year programs. US citizenship required.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation's Scholarships
Kansas City • Missouri • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Graduates
The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Connecticut Building Congress Scholarships
Connecticut • Architecture • Construction • Construction Engineering • Freshmen
Connecticut Building Congress offers scholarships up to $3,500 for high school students pursuing construction-related degrees.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
National School Plant Management Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Bob Reeve Aviation Management Scholarship
Aviation/Aeronautical • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
Bob Reeve Aviation Management Scholarship offers $3,000 annually for students pursuing careers in Aviation Management, Dispatch, or ATC.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Community Foundation of Lorain County Scholarship Program
Lorain County • Ohio • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Community Foundation of Lorain County offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply online!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Jasper Newton Foundation Scholarships
Jasper County • Newton County • Indiana • Freshmen
Jasper Newton Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for all awards.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Sad Sacks Nursing Scholarship
Military • Illinois • Nursing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sad Sacks Nursing Scholarship offers $500 for nursing students, prioritizing dependents of veterans. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
South Central Community Foundation Scholarships
Barber County • Comanche County • Kingman County • Kiowa County • Pratt County • Rice County • Stafford County • Kansas • High school • Freshmen
South Central Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Legacy Regional Community Foundation Scholarships
Cowley County • Kansas • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Legacy Regional Community Foundation offers scholarships for Cowley County students. High chances of winning with essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Durwood McAlister Scholarship
Georgia • Journalism • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Durwood McAlister Scholarship offers $250+ to Georgia students majoring in print journalism. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Manatee Community Foundation Scholarships
Manatee County • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Manatee Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students with a single application process. Awards start at $250.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Berks County Community Foundation Scholarships
Berks County • Pennsylvania • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Berks County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Oregon Community Foundation Scholarships
Baker County • Benton County • Clackamas County • Clatsop County • Columbia County • Coos County • Crook County • Curry County • Deschutes County • Douglas County • Gilliam County • Grant County • Harney County • Hood River County • Jackson County • Jefferson County • Josephine County • Klamath County • Lake County • Lane County • Lincoln County • Linn County • Malheur County • Marion County • Morrow County • Multnomah County • Polk County • Sherman County • Tillamook County • Umatilla County • Union County • Wallowa County • Wasco County • Washington County • Wheeler County • Yamhill County • Oregon
Oregon Community Foundation offers scholarships to Oregon students to help with college costs. Visit their website to apply!
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
FAQ for need-based scholarships
To write a strong application for need-based scholarships, clearly articulate your financial need, highlight your academic and extracurricular achievements, and ensure your essays are well-written and free of errors.
Need-based scholarships can cover various expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses, depending on the scholarship's terms.
To apply for need-based scholarships, you typically need to fill out an application form, provide financial documentation, and sometimes submit essays or personal statements. Check specific requirements on platforms like Mos.
It's best to start applying for need-based scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or as soon as you decide to pursue higher education.
Yes, you can apply for multiple need-based scholarships to increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
While some need-based scholarships may consider academic performance, many focus primarily on financial need, so a high GPA is not always a requirement.
Eligibility criteria for need-based scholarships typically include demonstrating financial need, being enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited institution, and sometimes maintaining a certain academic standing.
Yes, need-based scholarships are legitimate financial aid options offered by various organizations, institutions, and foundations to support students in need.
You can find need-based scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which provides a comprehensive database of available scholarships tailored to your needs.
Need-based scholarships are financial awards given to students based on their financial need. These scholarships aim to help students who may not have the financial resources to afford their education.
Common mistakes include missing deadlines, not following application instructions, failing to provide required documentation, and submitting generic essays. Take your time to ensure your application is complete and tailored to each scholarship.
Many need-based scholarships have renewal requirements, which may include maintaining a certain GPA, continuing to demonstrate financial need, or completing a specific number of credit hours. Always check the terms of the scholarship.
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