[Page 68] Top 1,927 Need-based Scholarships in February 2025

Updated Feb 24, 2025

Apply below to the best Need-based Scholarships in February 2025.

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Norman and Cecile Leduc Memorial Scholarship

Franklin County • Grand Isle County • Vermont • Community Service • Freshmen

The Leduc Memorial Scholarship offers $750 to high school seniors in Franklin or Grand Isle County for community service and academic achievement.

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Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship

Vermont • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Fire Science/Firefighting • Healthcare-Related • Law Enforcement • Community Service • Freshmen

The Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors pursuing public safety education.

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Scioto Foundation Scholarships (OH)

Scioto County • Adams County • Pike County • Jackson County • Lawrence County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Scioto Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for students in select Ohio and Kentucky counties. High chances for local applicants!

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Horace Greeley – Edward Lewis Memorial Scholarship

Vermont • Freshmen

The Horace Greeley – Edward Lewis Memorial Scholarship offers $300 for Vermont students attending college, requiring financial need and community service.

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Helen K. and Robert T. Stafford Scholarship

Vermont • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Education • Community Service • Freshmen

The Stafford Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors with financial need and community involvement.

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John and Ruth Maciag Scholarship

Vermont • Architecture • Graphic Design • Film • Studio Arts • Arts • Freshmen

The John and Ruth Maciag Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors pursuing education in creative fields.

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The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County Scholarships

San Luis Obispo County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Community Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for San Luis Obispo County students based on merit, need, or activities.

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Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Scholarships

Washtenaw County • Michigan

Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation offers $550,000+ in scholarships for Washtenaw County students with a single application process.

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Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship

Guernsey County • Ohio • Medicine • Pre-Med

The Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship offers $250+ to Guernsey County residents for medical school enrollment in the U.S.

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Engineers Foundation Of Ohio Scholarships

Ohio • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Juniors • Seniors

The Engineers Foundation Of Ohio Scholarships offer up to $2,500 for engineering students in their junior or senior year in Ohio.

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Brawerman Fellowship scholarship

Los Angeles County • California • For Jewish students • High school • Freshmen

The Brawerman Fellowship offers $10,000 annually for Jewish seniors in LA with a 3.5 GPA, totaling up to $40,000 over four years.

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National Farmers Organization Scholarship

Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Freshmen

The National Farmers Organization Scholarship offers $1,000 to HS Seniors pursuing agriculture degrees. Apply with essays and references.

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Greater Oxford Community Foundation Scholarships

Oxford • Ohio • Freshmen

Greater Oxford Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for Talawanda students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!

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Point Foundation Community College Scholarship

For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Point Foundation offers $4,800 scholarships for LGBTQ community college students based on need, achievement, and involvement.

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Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri Scholarships

Quincy • Hannibal • Pleasant Hill • Adams County • Illinois • Missouri • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Scholarships for high school and college students in West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri. High chances of winning! Award: $250+.

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The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • High school • Freshmen

The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship offers $30,000 to minority high school seniors. Apply with SAT/ACT scores.

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Allwork Scholarship

New York • Architecture • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Allwork Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for architecture students in NY. Requires nomination and portfolio submission.

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Weisberg and Clark Scholarship

Virginia • High school • Freshmen

The Weisberg and Clark Scholarship offers $250+ for Virginia high school graduates. Apply with FAFSA, personal statement, and recommendations.

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Chevron Executive Leadership Council Scholarship

Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors

Chevron Executive Leadership Council Scholarship offers $20,000/year for Black undergraduates in business, engineering, or tech.

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Maxine Williams Scholarship

Healthcare Assistant • Nursing Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Maxine Williams Scholarship offers $1,000 for medical assisting students with a 3.0 GPA, based on commitment and financial need.

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Alabama Past State Presidents’ Memorial Scholarship

Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Alabama Past State Presidents’ Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Alabama residents with a 3.0 GPA for college attendance.

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Association of Texas Leaders for Education Scholarship

Texas • High school • Freshmen

Texas seniors with a 3.5 GPA can apply for the Association of Texas Leaders for Education Scholarship for college or technical school.

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Maurice and Mary Young Scholarship

Iowa • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Maurice and Mary Young Scholarship offers four annual awards for students in economics and business, based on need and performance.

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Harold L. Steele Student Scholarship

Kentucky • Education • High school

The Harold L. Steele Scholarship offers $1,000 to Kentucky high school seniors pursuing education in college, based on need and achievement.

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UNCF 3M Science Applied to Life Scholarship

St. Paul • Minnesota • Computer Engineering • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Marine Biology/Sciences • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Biology • Physics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Food Sciences & Technology • STEM • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Climate Sciences • Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Meteorology • Science • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores

The UNCF 3M Scholarship offers up to $25,000 for underrepresented students pursuing STEM degrees. HBCU preference applies.

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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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