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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CollegeCounts Scholarship
Alabama • Test Scores • High school • Freshmen
The CollegeCounts Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for Alabama high school students with financial need and a 2.75 GPA.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Field Aviation Co. Inc. Scholarship
Foreign Country • Aviation/Aeronautical • Technology • Aerospace • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
Field Aviation offers a $1,000 scholarship for high school seniors or college students in avionics or aircraft maintenance in Canada.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Student Essay Contest
Mathematics • For Women • Seniors • High school • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
Essay contest for female students to honor women's contributions in math. Win $250+ by interviewing a woman in the field.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Goldmark Scholarship
Washington • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Goldmark Scholarship offers $2,500 to Washington students studying in Nantes, France. Apply to strengthen Seattle-Nantes ties!
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
National High School Poetry Contest
High school
Enter the National High School Poetry Contest for a chance to win up to $500 by submitting a poem of 20 lines or less.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
SuperMoney’s Financial Literacy Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • High school
SuperMoney offers a $1,000 scholarship biannually for students promoting financial wellness. Apply with an essay and GPA of 3.0+.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
WiRSA Scholarship
Wisconsin • High school • Freshmen
WiRSA Scholarship offers $750 to graduating high school seniors at member schools. Apply with an essay today!
Deadline:
February 19, 2025
Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • Community Service • High school • Freshmen
The Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship offers $1,000 to African American undergraduates with a 2.75 GPA and community involvement.
Deadline:
February 8, 2025
Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship Fund
Alameda County • Modoc County • San Luis Obispo County • Butte County • Napa County • San Mateo County • Fresno County • Orange County • Santa Barbara County • Glenn County • Imperial County • Lake County • Los Angeles County • Riverside County • Sacramento County • San Bernardino County • San Diego County • Santa Clara County • Shasta County • Solano County • Sonoma County • Tehama County • Ventura County • Fulton County • Baltimore County • Bristol County • Bergen County • Camden County • New Hanover County • Multnomah County • Providence County • Berkeley County • Charleston County • Richland County • Benton County • Clallam County • Clark County • Cowlitz County • Franklin County • Grant County • Jefferson County • King County • Kitsap County • Lewis County • Pierce County • Skagit County • Snohomish County • Spokane County • Thurston County • Walla Walla County • Whatcom County • Yakima County • Age • High school • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
Hearthstone Housing Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students residing in their properties with GPA requirements.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Faber-Rosen Scholarship
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lake County • Lorain County • Medina County • Summit County • Portage County • Ohio • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Medicine • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Dentistry • Religious/Theological Studies • For Jewish students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Faber-Rosen Scholarship: $800 for Jewish students in Greater Cleveland pursuing dental, medical, or rabbinic studies with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
New Mexico Activities Association Activities Scholarship
New Mexico • High school
The NMAA Activities Scholarship awards $1,000 to NM high school seniors involved in extracurriculars during their sophomore and junior years.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Texas History Essay Contest
History • English • Political Science/Government • High school
Texas History Essay Contest offers up to $4,000 for high school seniors' essays on Texas history. Research and originality are key.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Big Tex Scholarship Program
Texas • High school
The Big Tex Scholarship Program offers $6,000 scholarships to Texas students involved in youth livestock events, benefiting over 3,000 recipients.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge
Age • High school
The MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge offers up to $100,000 in scholarships for high school students in the U.S. and England/Wales.
Deadline:
February 21, 2025
New Mexico Simon Scholars Scholarship Program
New Mexico • High school
The New Mexico Simon Scholars Scholarship provides up to $16,000 for economically disadvantaged high school students pursuing a bachelor's degree.
Deadline:
February 24, 2025
William A. & Ann M. Brothers Scholarship
Ohio • Other Trades/Crafts • Materials Science • Age • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen • High school
The William A. & Ann M. Brothers Scholarship offers $6,000 for welding students in Ohio with financial need and a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Norwegian National League Scholarship
Illinois • High school
The Norwegian National League Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for children of Norwegian descent in grades 1-12 with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Road Scholarship
High school
The Road Scholarship supports students in need for group trips, offering up to $1,000 based on achievement, need, and involvement.
Deadline:
March 28, 2025
KC Scholars Traditional Scholarship
Cass County • Clay County • Jackson County • Platte County • Johnson County • Wyandotte County • Test Scores • High school
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Deb Tomaro Real Estate Scholarship
Greene County • Monroe County • Owen County • Indiana • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
The Deb Tomaro Real Estate Scholarship awards up to $3,000 to Indiana high school seniors with community service experience.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Technology • High school • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
Apply for the Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship to win $1,000 by addressing technology addiction in a short message and essay.
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Exploravision National Science Competition
High school
Join the Exploravision National Science Competition for high school teams to win up to $10,000. Collaborate and innovate in science!
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
National AG Day Essay Video
High school • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the National AG Day Essay Video Contest for a chance to win $1,000 by submitting a video on agriculture. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 9, 2025
Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship
Wisconsin • High school • Freshmen
The Richard T. Nuske Memorial Scholarship awards $1,500 to Wisconsin seniors for essays on Vietnam War veterans. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 16, 2025
Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship
Animal-Related • Animal Sciences • Veterinary • High school • Freshmen
The Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship offers $250+ to U.S. high school seniors committed to animal welfare. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 17, 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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