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

Application form

Brazos $1,000 No Essay Scholarship

The Brazos $1,000 No Essay Scholarship is for Texas residents aged 18+ attending a four-year university.

Essay

Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship

The Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship offers ten $1,000 awards to high school senior student-athletes in Arkansas.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

AlvaradoSmith Raymond G. Alvarado Scholarship

Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.

Architecture and Engineering Scholarship

The Architecture and Engineering Scholarship offers $4,000 for students with a 3.5 GPA in accredited programs.

Association of Hispanic Professionals for Education Scholarship

Scholarship for community college transfers in Business Administration, with preference for CSU Fullerton students. Average award: $4,000.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship

The Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship awards 3 $1,000 scholarships to New Mexico high school students through an essay application.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

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

Hope Chest Scholars Program

The Hope Chest Scholars Program offers up to $5,000 for NJ students of color enrolling in a four-year university with a 2.5 GPA.

India Terrell Memorial Scholarship

The India Terrell Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Black or African students in NC. Essay required for application.

Arts Scholarship

The Hispanic Education Endowment Fund offers $283,000 in scholarships for Orange County students, averaging $4,000 each.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Merrick Foundation's scholarships

Merrick Foundation offers $166,650 in scholarships annually for local students. Apply now for a chance to win up to $1,000!

Do It 4 W Foundation Scholarship

The Do It 4 W Foundation Scholarship provides up to $7,500 for NC high school seniors. Apply online with 2 essays.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship

The Abbott and Fenner Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school and college students through an essay application.

The College Opportunity Fund (COF)

The College Opportunity Fund (COF) provides $5,000+ for in-state undergraduate tuition in Colorado.

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

Transcripts

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

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Murray Watson, Jr. Scholarship

The Murray Watson, Jr. Scholarship offers $5,000 monthly to Texas students with a 3.3 GPA or higher. Open to high school and college students.

Dr. Julie Hadden Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. Julie Hadden Memorial Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ and ally leaders in the Pacific Northwest with an average award of $6,700.

The GSBA Scholarship & Education Fund

The GSBA Scholarship Fund offers $5,500 to $7,500 for LGBTQ+ students and allies in Washington.

Virginia Council on Women STEM Essay Contest

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships offer $750 to Hawaii residents pursuing careers in early care and education.

What is a letter of recommendation?

Society of Women Engineers - Lehigh Valley Section

Scholarship for women high school seniors pursuing engineering, offering up to $5,000 based on academics and leadership.

James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship

The James F. Byrnes Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for SC high school seniors who have lost a parent and plan to attend college.

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

Recommendation letter

TAJE Scholarship

The TAJE Scholarship offers $1,000 to Texas high school seniors pursuing journalism. Apply now!

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What is a scholarship portal?

Community Foundation of St. Joseph County Scholarships 

The Community Foundation of St. Joseph County offers over 60 scholarships totaling $1M annually, with awards up to $5,000 for local students.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

Creeds Ruritan Club Endowment

The Creeds Ruritan Club Endowment offers $2,000 to residents of central/eastern Virginia and southern Maryland. Apply now!

Mrs. Yvonne L. Moss Scholarship

The Mrs. Yvonne L. Moss Scholarship awards $2,500 to Texas high school seniors, with preference for South Oak Cliff students. Essay required.

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

Elevate Scholarship Program

Elevate offers 15 $500 scholarships for Iowa high school seniors pursuing manufacturing careers at community colleges. Apply now!

California Manufacturing Workforce Foundation Scholarship

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

Resume

Art Project

Larry McDonald Scholarship

The Larry McDonald Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in Oregon and Clark County, WA, pursuing Arts or Humanities with an average award of $6,700.

 AEEF Scholarship

Donald O. Coffman Scholarship

The Donald O. Coffman Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ leaders in the Pacific Northwest with an average award of $6,700. Apply now!

Student Ethics Scholarship

Apply for BBB's $2,500 Student Ethics Scholarship for CT high school seniors demonstrating ethics, leadership, and community service.

Student Scholarship

Student Scholarships support music education with a $500 award. Application requires an essay and recommendation letters.

BBB Serving Western Virginia Student of Integrity Scholarship

The BBB Serving Western Virginia offers a $1,500 scholarship for high school seniors demonstrating integrity and leadership.

New Jersey Education Association (NJREA) Scholarships

NJREA offers $1,500 scholarships for New Jersey high school seniors. Visit their website to learn more and apply!

UMSA Foundation Scholarship

UMSA Foundation Scholarship offers $3,000 and $1,000 awards for students in specific fields. Eligibility: residents of five Midwest states.

Out for Education Scholarship

The Out for Education Scholarship offers $1,000 to $10,000 for LGBTQ+ students from Houston-area schools with a 2.75 GPA.

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

Mitchell Scholarship

The Mitchell Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Maine residents graduating from public high schools to pursue higher education.

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

Photo / headshot

Greater Seattle (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Scholarship 

The Greater Seattle Chapter of The Links offers up to $15,000 scholarships for African American high school seniors in the Puget Sound area.

ASHOF Scholarships

ASHOF Scholarships offer $1,000 to Arkansas high school seniors for essays on sports' positive impact. Apply online now!

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for full-time college students in advertising or marketing fields from select Indiana counties.

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

Community Service

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Oregon Latino Scholarship

Oregon Latino Scholarship offers $6,000 for high school seniors and college students with a 3.0 GPA and community involvement.

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships offer up to $3,500 for horticulture students in select states. GPA 3.5+ required.

New Visions Scholarship Fund 

New Visions Scholarship Fund awards up to $20,000 to first-gen seniors since 2009, supporting their college education.

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship awards $1,500 to students in horticulture programs in select Florida counties.

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

Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation

The Santa Clarita Valley Scholarship Foundation offers over $300,000 in scholarships annually to local students with a 2.0 GPA or higher.

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

Recommendation - Contact info

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

Des Moines Women’s Club Marjorie O’Braza Memorial STEM Scholarship 

The Des Moines Women’s Club offers a $2,000 STEM scholarship for Polk County high school seniors pursuing science, technology, engineering, or math.

STEM Scholarship

The STEM Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for underrepresented students in sustainability and STEM with a 3.0 GPA and community impact.

Minority Natural Resource Scholarship

The Minority Natural Resource Scholarship offers $1,000 to minority students in Missouri pursuing natural resource management degrees.

New Mexico Garden Clubs Scholarship

The New Mexico Garden Clubs Scholarship offers $2,500 for students in garden-related fields attending New Mexico colleges.

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

The ATIA Foundation Student Scholarship

The ATIA Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Alaskan students in travel and tourism education.

Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship

The Wisconsin Professional Police Association offers a $500 scholarship for residents pursuing degrees in police science or criminal justice.