Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

What is a letter of recommendation?

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

Bonnie Fang Nursing Scholarship

The Bonnie Fang Nursing Scholarship offers $5,000 for full-time nursing students in California and Nevada. Apply with an essay and video.

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

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

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

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

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

FAFSA SAI confirmation

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

Transcripts

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships support women in Northern Nevada for post-secondary education. Awards start at $250+. Apply now!

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

Recommendation letter

Sophie and Hans Scholl Memorial Scholarship

The Sophie and Hans Scholl Memorial Scholarship offers $1,200 to Nevada high school seniors pursuing Political Science or German studies.

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

Resume

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

Photo / headshot

What is a scholarship portal?

Tsutako Curo Scholarship

The Tsutako Curo Scholarship offers $2,000 to single mothers in Clark County, NV for post-secondary education. Minimum 2.5 GPA required.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

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

How do I create a resume? 

RMCMI Technical Scholarship

The RMCMI Technical Scholarship offers $1,000 to U.S. students in trade programs interested in mining. Apply now!

The William Bennett, W7PHO, Memorial Scholarship

The William Bennett Memorial Scholarship offers $500 to licensed radio amateurs with a 3.0 GPA. Open to U.S. and international students.

Arthur H. Goodman Scholarship

The Arthur H. Goodman Scholarship offers $250 to minority students from CA, AZ, NV transitioning to a four-year university. Apply now!

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!

You’ll need a letter showing the financial aid you’re receiving.

Financial aid offer letter

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

The Nevada-UNCF Scholarship

The Nevada-UNCF Scholarship offers $2,500 for African American students in Nevada attending HBCUs. Minimum GPA of 2.5 required.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on need and achievement.

Western Poultry Scholarship

The Western Poultry Scholarship offers $250+ to full-time students pursuing poultry degrees in 11 western states.

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

Edwin F. Wiegand Science and Technology Scholarship

The Edwin F. Wiegand Scholarship offers $1,250 for CCSD Nevada seniors pursuing science or tech degrees at UNLV or UNR.

Truckee Donner Soroptimist Scholarship

The Truckee Donner Soroptimist Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for women 18+ seeking further education or training.

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

Robert W. Thunen Memorial Scholarship

The Robert W. Thunen Memorial Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for students in lighting education in Northern CA, NV, OR, or WA.

Clark High School Academy of Finance Scholarship

Clark High School offers a $1,000 scholarship for seniors pursuing business-related degrees with a 3.0 GPA and AOF program completion.

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.

Eva Nieminski Graduate Scholarship

The Eva Nieminski Graduate Scholarship offers $2,500 for students in water-related science or engineering in the Intermountain West.

Italian Catholic Federation Scholarship

The Italian Catholic Federation Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for eligible Roman Catholic students of Italian descent in select states.

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

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship

The Davis Memorial Foundation offers a $5,000 scholarship for students pursuing construction-related degrees in select Western states.

RMCMI Engineering & Geology Scholarship

RMCMI Engineering & Geology Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for students in mining or engineering fields across select Western states.

ASM Global Stars Scholarship

ASM Global Stars Scholarship offers $2,500 to 20 diverse students pursuing degrees in various fields. Apply now!

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Royal Business Bank Scholarship

The Royal Business Bank Scholarship offers $2,000 to high school seniors in select counties with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.

Davis Memorial Scholarship

The Davis Memorial Scholarship awards $5,000 to roofing students in select Western states. Apply with a form and recommendation letter.

Howard Hughes Corporation Community Scholarship

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

The Marnell Foundation Scholarship

The Marnell Foundation Scholarship offers $2,500 to $12,000 for Italian American students from Nevada majoring in International Relations.

MGMA Western Section Scholarship

Korean War Veteran Descendant - Western Regional Chapter Scholarship

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

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.

Bill Cuddy Memorial Scholarship

The Bill Cuddy Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500 for Nevada students in Land Surveying/Geomatics, promoting public awareness in the field.

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

Application form

Nevada Nurses Foundation & Legacy Scholarships

Nevada Nurses Foundation offers $500-$1,000 scholarships to 10 nursing students in Nevada.

Rita Lumos Leadership Scholarship

The Rita Lumos Leadership Scholarship awards $2,500 to students in land surveying with a 3.0 GPA. Preference for women and leaders.

Palo Verde High School Principals Scholarship

Palo Verde High School offers a $2,000 scholarship for seniors with a 3.5+ GPA in Clark County, NV. Requires essay and recommendation.

TrigStar Scholarship

TrigStar Scholarship offers $1,000 to Nevada students in Land Surveying/Geomatics who participated in a Trig-Star competition.

Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship

The Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship offers $1,000 to engineering students in the railway industry with a 2.5 GPA.