Scholarships for high school students - Jan '25
Updated Jan 31, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships for high school students for January 2025.
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Amber Lark Memorial Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Amber Lark Memorial Scholarship awards $1,500 to students pursuing cosmetology with a 3.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your impact vision.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
Ascent & College Confidential Campus Dream Scholarship
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Ascent & College Confidential Campus Dream Scholarship awards $1,000 to students 14+ for sharing their dream campus invite.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship
Aerospace • Mechanical • Electrical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Mathematics • Physics • Freshmen • High school • Sophomores • Juniors
The Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship offers $10,000 to 100 students pursuing degrees in engineering and physics with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship
Music • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship awards $10,000 to music students aged 17-24 demonstrating talent and financial need.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
John J Costonis Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The John J Costonis Scholarship awards $500 to low-income students. Apply by sharing your goals and educational hardships.
Deadline:
December 17, 2025
The ComEd EV Rally Scholarship
Illinois • Age • High school • Freshmen
The ComEd EV Rally Scholarship awards $2,000 to Illinois girls (13-18) in grades 7-12 for a STEM electric vehicle competition.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
All Native American High School Academic Team program
For Native American / American Indian students • High school
The All Native American High School Academic Team awards $5,000 to seniors excelling in academics and leadership. Apply online.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
My Brother's Keeper Scholarship
Michigan • Freshmen • High school
My Brother's Keeper Scholarship provides $500 to Michigan high school students from low-income families with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
August 5, 2025
Boston/New England NATAS Scholarship
Connecticut • Maine • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • Rhode Island • Vermont • Communications • Radio & Television • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The Boston/New England NATAS Scholarship awards $5,000 to seniors pursuing a major in television at a 4-year college.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship
Service • Military • Community Service • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Annual $5,000 scholarships for children of veterans for undergraduate studies at accredited colleges. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Lee Tarbox Memorial Scholarship
Aerospace • Aviation/Aeronautical • Technology • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • High school
The Lee Tarbox Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500 for students in avionics or aircraft maintenance. Essay required to apply.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Otsego County Community Foundation Scholarships
Otsego County • Michigan • Freshmen • High school • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
Otsego County Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. High winning chances!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Carl Tapp Technician Scholarship
Arkansas • Automotive • Mechanical • High school • Freshmen
The Carl Tapp Technician Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for Arkansas students in medium/heavy duty truck technician programs.
Deadline:
April 5, 2025
Imperial Valley Community Foundation Scholarships
Imperial County • California • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Imperial Valley Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for high school seniors and college students in Imperial Valley.
Deadline:
April 12, 2025
Against the Grain Artistic Scholarship
Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • For Asian students • For Pacific Islander students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Against the Grain Artistic Scholarship offers $1,000 to Asian American college students in arts and communications. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Annie Long Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The Annie Long Scholarship offers $1,000 for a video describing a book that changed your perspective. Apply now!
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
Dylan Ott's Study Hack Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Dylan Ott offers a $1,000 Study Hack Scholarship for students to share study techniques. Top 5 will be featured in a video series.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing High School Award
Technology • Computer Science • Information Sciences • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Trans Woman students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Age • High school • Freshmen
The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award supports high school women, genderqueer, and non-binary students in computing with $250+ awards.
Deadline:
November 13, 2025
Maryknoll Essay Contest
High school
The Maryknoll Essay Contest invites grades 6-12 students to submit essays for a chance to win up to $1,000. Open to U.S. and Canadian residents.
Deadline:
November 18, 2025
Xello and Method Learning High School Scholarship
Wisconsin • High school • Freshmen
Apply for the Xello and Method Learning High School Scholarship in Wisconsin. Award amount: $500.
Deadline:
December 11, 2025
Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial College Scholarship
Veterinary • Mental Health • Counseling • Psychology • High school
The Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students facing mental health challenges. Apply with a personal essay.
Deadline:
January 1, 2026
Straight ‘A’ Scholarship
High school
The Straight ‘A’ Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for high school students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now for funding opportunities!
Deadline:
February 24, 2025
Garmin–Jerry Smith Memorial Scholarship
Aerospace • Aviation/Aeronautical • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Garmin–Jerry Smith Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to students in avionics or aircraft maintenance with a 2.5 GPA. Essay required.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Digital Voices Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
Apply for the Digital Voices Scholarship! Create a short video about your passion for a chance to win $200.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
The Joy of Sushi Pizza Boba
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Joy of Sushi Pizza Boba offers a $200 scholarship for students who love sushi, pizza, or boba and demonstrate financial need.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
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FAQ
Yes, many scholarships for high school students are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. However, it's essential to research each scholarship to ensure its authenticity.
To increase your chances of winning a scholarship, focus on maintaining a strong academic record, getting involved in extracurricular activities, volunteering in your community, and writing a compelling personal statement. Additionally, applying to a variety of scholarships can also help.
Eligibility criteria for scholarships can vary widely. Common requirements may include being a high school student, maintaining a certain GPA, demonstrating financial need, or having specific extracurricular involvement. Always check the specific criteria for each scholarship.
In your personal statement, include your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, career goals, and why you are applying for the scholarship. Make sure to convey your passion and commitment.
To apply for scholarships for high school students, you typically need to fill out an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and recommendation letters, and sometimes write an essay. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
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