California Restaurant Association Scholarship

• Amount: $2,000 - $4,000

  Deadline: May 1

  Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and undergraduate students pursuing higher education to work in the foodservice and/or hospitality industries. Must be a California resident but can be attending college anywhere in the US.

NY Ramblers Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 1

Eligibility: Open to student athletes pursuing an undergraduate education who self-identify publicly as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex (LGBTQI), or are demonstrated and committed straight allies.

Rover Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 1

Eligibility: Open to high school seniors, along with college freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are US residents. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Print and Graphics Foundation Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 - $5,000

Deadline: May 1

Eligibility: Open to high school seniors or students who are currently enrolled in a printing or graphics program at a technical school, community college or university within the United States. Scholarships also available for part-time and graduate students.

WIFLE Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 1

Eligibility: Open to undergraduate or graduate students who are enrolled in, or will be transferring to, a four-year program in criminal justice, social sciences, public administration, chemistry, physics, computer science, or related studies. Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Bay Area Minority Law Student Scholarship

Amount: $10,000

Deadline: May 2

Eligibility: Open to students pursuing law degrees attending one of the California schools listed on the scholarship page.

Numerix Women in Finance Scholarship

Amount: $20,000

Deadline: May 4

Eligibility: An award of US $20,000 is given to one eligible woman to help support graduate-level studies in Finance

NAAAP Philadelphia Future Leaders Scholarship Program

Amount: $2,000

Deadline: May 10

Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and college students of Asian American descent living in the Greater Philadelphia area. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

US Foods Scholars Program

Amount: up to $20,00

Deadline: May 12

Eligibility:Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are pursuing or planning to pursue a two-year, associate degree in the Culinary Arts or a related discipline.

Best Foot Forward Scholarship

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: May 13

Eligibility: Open to current high school seniors in Georgia, planning to attend two-year and four-year colleges/universities in the US.

Trotter Project Scholarships

Amount: Up to $10,000

Deadline: May 15

Eligibility: Multiple scholarships open to students interested in culinary arts and hospitality - see the scholarship page for more details!

LGBTQ+ Safety in Schools Grant & Scholarship Program

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 30

Eligibility: Open to self-identified LGBTQ+ members enrolled in a teacher/counseling credential or graduate program who are pursuing a career in public education.

For a Bright Future Scholarship

Amount: Varies, up to $10,000

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to underrepresented students with outstanding achievement and the drive to pursue higher education in select fields. Applicants must be minority high school/college students who reside and study in the United States and come from low-income households and have graduated high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Groundbreaker Leadership Scholarship

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to Asian American college seniors and graduate students who have exhibited exemplary leadership, vision, and passion that is blazing a trail for others to follow and changing lives in the Asian American community. Minimum 3.5 GPA.

Asian American Architects and Engineers Foundation Scholarships

Amount: $5,000

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to students pursuing careers in the AEC Industry (architecture, engineering, construction, etc.), who have demonstrated a measurable level of involvement/ service to the Asian-Pacific Islander community, and are student members of AAa/e. International students are welcome to apply!

Betty Stevens Frecknall Scholarship

Amount: Varies

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to full-time college students (who have completed at least one semester) pursuing degrees in information technology. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Girls for Gaming Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to undergraduate and graduate students who are 21 years of age or older. Can be pursuing any major, but must have at least a 3.0 GPA. International students are welcome to apply!.

David Malcolm Scholarship

Amount: $2,500

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to high school seniors and college students who have shown perseverance in pursuing a college degree. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA.

AMIA Scholarship Program (multiple awards)

Amount: $4,000 each

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility:The program awards three annual scholarships. These scholarships are given as financial assistance to students of merit who intend to pursue careers in moving image archiving.

Audacity to Dream Scholarship

Amount: Varies, up to $20,000

Deadline: May 31

Eligibility: Open to current dental students (D1, D2 or D3) who are members of the SNDA.

If you thought the FAFSA process was stressful before… there’s a new layer to it.

On April 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education announced a major fraud crackdown — including a brand-new real-time identity verification tool built directly into the FAFSA.

And while the goal is to protect financial aid dollars… many families are rightfully asking:

👉 Will this make it harder for legitimate students to get aid?
👉 What happens if my FAFSA gets flagged?
👉 What should I do next?

Let’s break it down.

🔍 What Changed?

Starting April 26, 2026:

• FAFSA now includes real-time fraud detection

• Applications are screened as you complete them

• Some students will be flagged for additional identity verification

• A sweep is also being done on already submitted FAFSAs

This system works similarly to credit card fraud alerts — identifying suspicious activity instantly.

The goal?
👉 Stop fraud before aid is disbursed, not after

⚠️ Why Families Are Concerned

Let’s be real — while fraud prevention is important, this raises some serious concerns:

• Delays in financial aid packages

• More students selected for verification

• Confusion about next steps

• Fear among families with complex situations (name differences, no SSN parents, etc.)

Even experts are noting that more students may be flagged for verification as a result of this rollout

And here’s the truth:
👉 The system is new. There WILL be bumps.

🧭 What Parents & Students Should Do RIGHT NOW

✅ 1. Don’t Panic if You’re Flagged

Being selected for verification does NOT mean you did anything wrong.

It just means the system wants more information.

📄 2. Have Your Documents Ready

If flagged, you may need:

• Social Security cards

• Government-issued ID

• Tax returns or IRS data

• Proof of identity or citizenship

The faster you respond, the faster your aid moves forward.

⏰ 3. Check Your Email DAILY

This is not the time to “wait and see.”

FAFSA and colleges will contact you if action is needed — and delays can cost you aid.

🏫 4. Contact the Financial Aid Office ASAP

If something looks off or confusing:

👉 Call or email your college’s financial aid office
👉 Ask: “What do you need from me to clear verification?”

Do NOT sit on this.

🧠 5. Double-Check Your FAFSA for Errors

Even small mistakes can trigger flags:

• Misspelled names

• Incorrect SSN

• Mismatched parent info

Accuracy matters more than ever now.

💬 6. Ask for Help (Seriously)

You do NOT have to figure this out alone.

Reach out to:

• School counselors

• College access programs

• Financial aid offices

• Trusted scholarship advisors

💡 My Real Talk as a Scholarship Advocate

I’ll say this clearly:

👉 This crackdown is about fraud prevention — not student support.

And when systems tighten, families — especially first-generation and underserved students — can get caught in the confusion.

That’s why YOU have to stay proactive.

✨ Final Thoughts

This new FAFSA fraud tool is here to stay.

And while it may protect funding in the long run, in the short term:

⚠️ Expect delays
⚠️ Expect extra steps
⚠️ Expect frustration

But also remember:

👉 You can still get your aid
👉 You can still go to college
👉 You just need to stay informed and take action quickly

📣 Need Help Navigating FAFSA or Verification?

If your student is stuck, confused, or overwhelmed — don’t wait.

I help families:

✔️ Fix FAFSA errors
✔️ Navigate verification
✔️ Strengthen scholarship applications
✔️ Edit and review winning essays

👉 Reach out — because missing money due to confusion should NEVER be the reason your child doesn’t go to college.

Let me say this louder for the students (and parents) in the back:

THE DEADLINE IS NOT THE DEADLINE.

Recently, the TMCF scholarship fund closed applications last Friday. Sounds simple, right? Submit by the deadline and you’re good.

Not quite.

As hundreds of students rushed to upload their applications at the last minute, the site experienced glitches… then completely crashed. Applications wouldn’t submit. Files wouldn’t upload. Panic set in.

Students reached out for help, hoping for grace.

The response?
Applications had been open since March 9th.
Try again next year.

That’s it. Opportunity gone.

Here’s the truth no one talks about enough:
Deadlines are not designed for last-minute submissions — they are cutoffs, not cushions.

When you wait until the final hours, you are gambling with:

• Technology failures

• Wi-Fi issues

• Upload errors

• Missing documents

• Unexpected life interruptions

And when something goes wrong, there is rarely an extension.

Scholarship strategy tip:
Treat the deadline like it’s 3–5 days earlier than posted.

Give yourself time to:
✔ Review your essay
✔ Fix errors
✔ Upload documents properly
✔ Handle unexpected issues

Because once that portal closes, it closes.

No exceptions. No do-overs.

Don’t let a preventable mistake cost you money.

Start early. Submit early. Win smart.

You Can’t Label People, but You Can Label Products Essay & Label Design Scholarship:

Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The “You Can’t Label People, but You Can Label Products” Essay & Label Design Scholarship will be awarded to a U.S. high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who can show how products can be labeled but people can’t. If you’re an aspiring designer, manufacturer, engineer, artist, architect, or any other type of innovator, this essay scholarship is for you. Sttark understands the harm in mislabeling and believes the best ideas begin with a fresh slate, without prejudices or preconceptions. For this reason, Sttark wants you to forget about any labels you’ve received in the past related to academics or talent. Tap into your innate originality and creativity through writing and design. Applicants must submit a brief biography with their application, where they write about their future goals and why they deserve this scholarship. In the bio, applicants must also specify their intended field of study and their current grade or degree level. Students selected as the scholarship winner will need to provide proof of college acceptance or a current transcript for high school students. Undergraduate and graduate students will need to provide proof of attendance from their college or university. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

BrightSprout Crossword Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: BrightSprout wants to reward the creative thinking and hard work that goes into writing crosswords with the annual Crossword Scholarship. Each year, a prize will be awarded to one talented student. Instead of the typical essay, the crossword scholarship is awarded to the best puzzle-maker. To apply, students must create and submit one 15×15 newspaper-style crossword puzzle on My Crossword Maker according to the instructions listed on the scholarship’s website. The BrightSprout Crossword Scholarship competition is open to all current or incoming undergraduate students who will be enrolled for the fall 2025 semester or quarter. To be considered for the competition, all crosswords must be original, written solely by the applicant, and not previously published elsewhere. Additionally, they must be created and published publicly on Crossword Maker following all instructions and guidelines outlined on the scholarship’s website. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior toward an accredited higher education program. The scholarship will be presented to the winner at the NJVVM 2025 Memorial Day Ceremony. Applicants must have a family member who is an active-duty service member or veteran. The graduating high school senior must have visited the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Students interested in applying for the scholarship should send an email to Ralph Mavis, MA Curator and Historian Vietnam Veteran. They must include the following information: student name, relation who is an active-duty service member or veteran, date and time they plan to visit the Memorial, number of guests accompanying them, and the high school they attend (name of their history teacher, if possible). Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Alfred B. Glossbrenner Scholarship:

Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The Alfred B. Glossbrenner Scholarship was established in 1988, in honor of the founding chairman of the AISE Canton District Section. Students eligible to compete for the scholarship must, at the time of application, be the children (natural, step-children, adopted or ward) of a United States citizen or landed immigrant who is a member, in good standing and paid for the past two years, of AIST, or be a Student Member of AIST through the Material Advantage Student Program and attend or live in the AIST Northern Ohio Member Chapter area. The student must also be accepted at an accredited North American university or college studying engineering or metallurgy. Scholarships are renewable on an annual basis for up to three additional years. The scholarships will be awarded principally on the basis of academic achievements with respect to high school GPA, extra-curricular activities, and planned major course of study (engineering applicants are preferred) to eligible high school senior student(s). One recommendation letter from a counselor, teacher or professor must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the AIST Foundation for more information.

AbbVie Immunology Scholarship:

Amount: $20,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The AbbVie Immunology Scholarship provides financial support for exceptional students living with chronic inflammatory diseases. Applicants must be high school seniors, high school graduates, or current postsecondary undergraduates or graduate students diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), uveitis (UV), Crohn’s disease (CD), ulcerative colitis (UC), hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), psoriasis (Ps), or atopic dermatitis (AD). Qualified applicants must plan to enroll at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S. for the entire upcoming academic year to pursue a certificate or an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree or PhD. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic excellence, community involvement, and the ability to serve as a positive role model in the immunology community. The scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years or until a bachelor’s or graduate degree is earned, whichever occurs first. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship:

Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship is open to high school seniors, and parents of students, who are legal U.S. residents. They must be planning to attend, physically or virtually, an eligible college the fall following the registration dates. Students must attend college classes offered by a qualifying Title IV eligible college or university that is physically located in the United States of America during the fall 2026 session. There are no financial need, minimum grade point average or class rank requirements for the ISL Midwest Senior Scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

John Klusch Scholarship:

Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:In 1996, the Executive Committee of AISE Canton Section voted to award a scholarship in honor of John Klusch for more than 35 years as Canton Section Secretary. Students eligible to compete for the scholarship must, at the time of application, be the children (natural, step-children, adopted or ward) of a United States citizen or landed immigrant who is a member, in good standing and paid for the past two years, of AIST, or be a Student Member of AIST through the Material Advantage Student Program and attend or live in the AIST Northern Ohio Member Chapter area. The student must also be accepted at an accredited North American university or college studying engineering or metallurgy. Scholarships are renewable on an annual basis for up to three additional years. The scholarships will be awarded principally on the basis of academic achievements with respect to high school GPA, extra-curricular activities, and planned major course of study (engineering applicants are preferred) to eligible high school senior student(s). One recommendation letter from a counselor, teacher or professor must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the AIST Foundation for more information.

AIASWW Education Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The AIASWW Education Scholarship is available to students who plan to pursue architecture as a career and who have been accepted to a university with an accredited architectural degree program. The selection will be based upon the student’s potential as illustrated by the submittal record of previous academic and non-academic success and a narrative describing why they feel a career in architecture is right for them. Scholarships are offered to graduating high school seniors attending a high school in Pierce, Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skamania, Wahkiakum, Clark, Cowlitz or Grays Harbor Counties in Washington State. Scholarships will also be considered for students who graduated from a high school from the aforementioned counties and who have been accepted as a first-year student into a university with an accredited architectural degree program. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher and/or counselor. Applicants must also submit their portfolio of artwork, photographs or other work that will help illustrate their talent. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

Roy F. Mather Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000 – $3,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Roy F. Mather Scholarship is available to students who are pursuing a degree in engineering. Previous recipients of this scholarship may apply for additional awards each year they remain eligible. Renewal applicants will have special consideration or priority. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington for more information.

Pacific Northwest Gold Star Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Pacific Northwest Gold Star Scholarship was established by the Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC), which connects veteran advocacy organizations in and around southwest Washington. Applicants must be the child of a deceased parent who served in the U.S. armed forces in support of the Global War on Terror (2001-Present). Applicants may be either of the following: (1) Be a current or prior resident of Clark, Cowlitz, or Skamania County, WA. (2) The military service parent was a resident of Clark, Cowlitz, or Skamania County in Washington State; or had resided in one of those counties prior to entering military service. Applicants with significant financial need will be given preference. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington for more information.

AFA Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The AFA Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Scholarship is offered to Air and Space Force personnel and their families to pursue and conquer their challenges. The award is open to current and former members of the Air and Space Forces to include Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Reservists as well as their spouses, children, and dependents. The scholarship may be applied to undergraduate or graduate degrees at a college or university or to pilot training towards a private pilot’s license at a flight training facility. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation written by a teacher, a supervisor, a counselor, or the director of an organization in which you participate. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Jill Ann Newman Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Jill Ann Newman Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Montclair High School, Montclair, New Jersey who plan to pursue a career in education, with preference given to students specializing in elementary or special education. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement and have participated in various school activities. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

Kathi Joy Wiley Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Kathi Joy Wiley Scholarship has a strong interest in supporting the most marginalized populations of students who are pursuing any post-secondary education pathway, including all the following: degrees, certificates, proficiencies, or hands-on career skill building. Career pursuits can be anything from Pre-Medicine or Welder, to Certified Truck Driver, or Tattoo Artist, and the list of career pursuits is endless. The scholarship intent is to provide the potential to lift a student out of the circumstances they are in, if they so desire. Students selected to receive this scholarship must be residents of Southwest Washington who are or have been affected by any of, but not limited to, the following circumstances: being a single parent or a widow; being a foster youth or young adult who has aged out of the foster care system (formal or informal); incarceration of self or parents; being an immigrant or refugee, or second-generation immigrant or refugee; living in poverty; have experienced instability in housing and/or being unhoused; living with a disability (developmental, intellectual neurodivergent, physical) or have behavioral issues; recovery from addiction or affected by addiction; identify as LGBTQ2S+; or being a survivor of domestic violence, gender violence, and/or child abuse. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

Supreme Guardian Council Scholarship:

Amount: $750
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The Supreme Guardian Council Scholarship is available to members of Job’s Daughters and Majority Members pursuant to the law. Applicants shall be finally judged by the committee and the Scholarship Committee. The factors to be evaluated in awarding the scholarships shall be: (A) Scholarship Standing; (B) Job’s Daughters Activities; (C) Executive Bethel Guardian Council Recommendations; (D) School (faculty) Recommendation; (E) Activities outside of Job’s Daughters. The purpose of this scholarship is to aid Job’s Daughters students of outstanding ability who have a sincerity of purpose. High school seniors or graduates, junior college, technical school or college students and students who are in early graduation programs who are Job’s Daughters in good standing in their Bethel, or will be at the time of Majority, may apply for this scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

RentHop Apartment Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The RentHop Apartment Scholarship will be awarded to eligible undergraduate students in bachelor’s and associate’s degree programs in the US who demonstrate the ambition, diligence, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit that is central to our company culture. Applicants must be a current student in an eligible undergraduate program or a graduating high school senior, working towards a bachelor’s degree or associate’s degree. The Spring deadline is April 30, 2026 and the Fall deadline is August 31, 2026. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

RealtyHop Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:The RealtyHop Scholarship will be awarded to eligible undergraduate students and high school seniors working towards a bachelor’s and/or associate degree program in the U.S. who demonstrate the ambition, diligence, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit that is central to RealtyHop’s company culture. Applicants currently applying to colleges can submit their current school or a college they are applying to, however if they are selected, they must be able to provide proof of enrollment or acceptance at an eligible institution. There are two deadlines for the school year, April 30th is the Spring deadline and August 31st is the Fall deadline. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

IWSH Essay Scholarship Contest:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The purpose of the IWSH Essay Scholarship Contest is to acquaint the uninitiated with the crucial importance the plumbing industry plays in our everyday lives and to introduce students to the global impact of IWSH projects. Applicants may be a current high school senior; a full-time (12 credit hours) student in an accredited technical school, community college, trade school, apprentice program; or an undergraduate student enrolled in a four-year accredited college or university. International students are welcome to enter. You must care that people have access to clean drinking water and safe sanitation. You must want to make a difference. While governments create policies and infrastructure, private companies bring innovative technologies and resources that can help solve these challenges. Your essay should explore how these partnerships can make real change happen. Remember that professionally installed plumbing systems are critical for preventing waterborne illnesses and protecting public health. Your essay can help show how collaboration between government and private industry could help deliver these essential services to more people. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Fine Awards Custom Award and Recognition Scholarship:

Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description:Recognizing those that have succeeded is important. Whether it is an internal motivation that keeps us committed to reaching our goals or an external one that challenges and makes us push forward beyond what we thought possible, when some finally achieves that goal they should be honored with recognition plaques. Not all accomplishments are viewed the same way by all people. Some successes are large and/or universal, while other achievements are small and personal. That is why we need you to tell us who in your opinion deserves recognition. The scholarship is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia. They must be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2028) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education: college, university or trade school. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Quad Education Access to Education Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: Quad Education is dedicated to helping ambitious, well-deserving students access higher education and realize their dreams. In keeping with our vision, we’ve created the Quad Access to Education Scholarship. Our scholarship is for low-income, high-achieving, first-generation students who demonstrate financial need. Applicants must have a household income of less than $75,000 annually. Applicants must be high school students in their final year of planning to attend college in the next fall term or high school students in their junior year starting their college application preparation. Applicants must submit their ACT/SAT fee waivers forms to confirm demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also follow Quad Education on their social media (YouTube and/or Facebook). Applicants must create a two-minute video of themselves answering the following questions: (1) What are you most passionate about and why? Think about what drives and inspires you. (2) What is your greatest aspiration, and how will attending college realize your dream? Consider where you see yourself in the future and how a college education can help you get there. (3) How would the ATE Scholarship help make applying to college easier, and how would it help you reach your goal? The video must be uploaded to either the applicant’s Google Drive or Dropbox, then all they need to do is submit the link. Quad Education offers the scholarship twice, annually. For Spring, the scholarship will open on January 1st and the submission deadline is April 30th. For Fall, the scholarship will open on July 1st and the submission deadline is October 30th. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000 – $20,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to daughters of Air Force members pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Education, or Mathematics (STEM) field. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have excelled in mathematics. Preference will be given to applicants who are first-generation college students and have demonstrated financial need based on the most recently submitted FAFSA. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Making Waves Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: At Mattis Law, we’ve dedicated our practice to Family Law, and we do everything we can to ensure that children and their families will have a safe and happy future. In this spirit, we’re offering a scholarship to benefit a San Diego County high school senior or graduate who wishes to improve their future by pursuing higher education. This scholarship is open to California high school graduates pursuing a four-year college degree and current college students who graduated from a California high school and are pursuing a four-year degree or are currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year college degree program upon completion. Students who hold Permanent Residency status may also apply. DACA recipients are welcome to apply. Finalists must provide their school transcripts, current proof of enrollment, and photo ID. Finalists will be required to submit upon request an enrollment verification letter, letter of acceptance from a college, or course registration for the coming semester. We will require a copy of your U.S. driver’s license, U.S. state ID card, DACA ID, and/or passport. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Andrew J. Shields Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $800 – $1,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Andrew J. Shields Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who have been enrolled in any accredited Fire Cadet program in Southwest Washington. Applicants must be a graduating senior from a high school in Clark, Cowlitz, or Skamania counties. They must have been enrolled in any accredited Fire Cadet program in Southwest Washington during high school. Students must continue their education at an accredited college, university, career or technical school during the upcoming school year. Students who enlist in the U.S. military and provide proof of their deployment date may have their scholarship award deferred for up to four years. Applicants may submit one letter of recommendation from a Fire Cadet Instructor or Trainer who can speak to their character, leadership, talents, and academic record. Letters from immediate or extended family members will not be accepted. This letter is not required, but is strongly recommended. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

Angela Svendsen Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: Angela Svendsen grew up in Wenatchee, Washington and earned a Bachelor’s degree in String Performance from Central Washington University in June 1998. Upon graduation she moved to Vancouver, Washington and began teaching private violin lessons and playing the violin professionally. Angela felt that music and education enriched her life and gave her many opportunities for happiness and fulfillment that she might not otherwise have had. Angela’s passion in life was passing her love of music to her students and the audiences for which she performed. If awarded this scholarship, it is the donor’s hope that students would have a chance to further their love of music and life, thereby enriching the world around them. The Angela Svendsen Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors from Clark County who plan to pursue a degree in music education or music performance. A significant component of the application is an audio or video recording of a solo work performed by the applicant. Accompaniment is optional. Applicants must upload the recording of their performance to a third-party site (such as YouTube or Vimeo) and paste the link in the application. Applicants may upload one letter of recommendation from a person who can speak to their character, leadership, talents, and academic record. Letters from immediate or extended family members will not be accepted. This letter is not required, but is strongly recommended. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

Betty and Glenn Tribe Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000 – $3,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Description: The Betty and Glenn Tribe Scholarship is available to students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Applicants must be a graduating senior from a high school in the Battle Ground or Ridgefield school district, or be a current student at Clark College or any Washington State University campus. Renewal applicants must apply each year. Preference will be given to previous scholarship recipients. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington award’s website for more information.

American Legion Department of Maine Children and Youth Scholarships:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The American Legion Department of Maine Children and Youth Scholarships will be awarded to students who must demonstrate financial need. Please enclose three letters with this application: one from yourself stating why you wish a scholarship and what field you want to work in after college; one from your principal or guidance counselor (other source if you are no longer in high school; and one from an outside person, other than family. Applicants must also include a transcript of their high school record or current college transcript. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the American Legion Department of Maine for more information.

Rover Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Rover Scholarship will be awarded to students who will submit an essay that incorporates unique ideas, personal stories, and thoughts about how pets, in any form, have helped shape who they are today. Applicants must be a resident of the United States. They must be a graduating high school senior or currently in college in pursuit of an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree. Applicants can’t be related to anyone on the Rover staff, but they can be related to someone who’s a pet sitter or dog walker on Rover. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

New York Ramblers Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: Established in 2016, the Ramblers Scholarship supports student athletes pursuing an undergraduate education who self-identify publicly as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex (LGBTQI), or as demonstrated and committed straight allies. Applicants must be an athlete, all sports and athletic activities qualify. They must be an open and self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex person; or a demonstrated and committed ally. Applicants must also be a graduating high school student who plans to attend a recognized undergraduate college or university in the United States, or is an already matriculated US undergraduate college student. The ideal scholarship candidate will have a clearly described need for financial support; be significantly impacted by this scholarship; be able to articulate their personal and professional goals; be involved in extracurricular activities with demonstrated passion and commitment; show leadership in academics, extracurriculars, and/or athletics; have a reasonable probability of completing their degree; and demonstrate an interest in community service, involvement, or volunteerism. Applicants must submit five essays and two letters of recommendation. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

The Exhibitus Scholarship for Students of Design:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Exhibitus Scholarship for Students of Design will be awarded to current or prospective students enrolled at an accredited U.S. university. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the field of design including but not limited to: architectural design, graphic design, interior design, motion media design, industrial design. Applicants must submit three examples of their creative work. Images, videos, or PDF formats are preferred. Enrollment proof must be provided, if selected. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

FleetNow ‘Construct Your Future’ Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: FleetNow is thrilled to offer the Construct Your Future Scholarship to aspiring individuals with big dreams and ambitions. FleetNow believes in the power of education and innovation, and we are committed to fostering the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators. Applicants must be high school and undergraduate students in the U.S. who are pursuing an education or career in a heavy equipment-related field or skilled trade. This includes, but is not limited to, areas such as heavy equipment operation, construction technology, civil engineering, industrial technology, project or construction management, automotive technology, and other trade programs connected to the heavy equipment industry. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Print and Graphics Scholarships Foundation Scholarship for Full-Time Students:

Amount: $1,000 – $8,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Print and Graphics Scholarships Foundation Scholarship for Full-Time Students will be awarded to high school seniors or students already enrolled in a post-secondary program. The student must be pursuing a career in printing technology, printing management, graphic communication, packaging, or publishing. Scholarship candidates are judged on the basis of their academic records; recommendations offered from instructors, advisors, and employers; biographical records, which indicate academic honors; extracurricular interests, etc. Two recommendations are required. Simply enter their email address and we will contact them for you. The scholarship is awarded for up to four years of college. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Print and Graphic Scholarship Foundation for more information.

Joye Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: Joye Law Firm will offer scholarships to graduating seniors in South Carolina who plan to attend a four-year institution of higher learning in the fall. Selection of the recipients is based on creative entry, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits. In 2021 we launched another scholarship program offering one student attending a historically black college or university the opportunity to win a college scholarship to help further their education. This year, applicants will be able to apply for both scholarships using the same application below. Students must nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired their creativity for a teacher prize. A (bullet-point) list of any extracurricular activities or community involvement is also required. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship is for Oregon residents studying for a degree in education at any Oregon public college or university. The scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable. Scholarship recipients may, however, re-apply in subsequent years. Applicants must submit a Personal Reference and a School Reference. Applications may also be submitted through mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Lawrence Alan Spiegel Remembrance Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Lawrence Alan Spiegel Remembrance Scholarship is awarded annually to the graduating high school senior who authors the prize-winning original essay. Applicants must be a high school senior or home schooler who lives in and attends a secondary institution in Maine, and who has been accepted at any accredited Title IV-eligible college or technical school. Criteria includes originality of voice and viewpoint, structure, command of language and mechanics. Applications may be submitted through email or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Energize Your Education College Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Energize Your Education Scholarship for 2025 will be awarded to students for making a positive difference in their community. Applicants must be a high school senior, planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year college degree program in the United States in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

CCD Law Spokane Community Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The CCD Law Spokane Community Scholarship is available to high school seniors who will be attending college in the fall. Whether you are homeschooled or attend a Washington school such as Spokane Valley High School, you are welcome to apply for the scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship is available to any high school senior who meets the following criteria: a child or grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire in good standing; or a child or grandchild of a deceased Pennsylvania Legionnaire. To be eligible, a student must be a member of a high school band who is going on to higher education majoring in music. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the American Legion Department of Pennsylvania for more information.

Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund aims to commemorate Dr. J. B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students in need. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the Greater Kansas City area who intend to continue their education at a two or four year college/university or a technical school. Student interviews may also be required. Preference will be given to students who are members of Christ Presbyterian Church, Kansas City, Missouri, members of the First Haitian Fellowship at Christ Presbyterian Church or students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School. The scholarship is not automatically renewable. To reapply, please complete the renewal application by the deadline each year. Three letters of recommendation are required from a person unrelated to the applicant who has known the applicant well. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund – High School Students:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund for high school students aims to commemorate Dr. J. B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students in need. Applicants must be going into or attending a private high school in the Greater Kansas City area (Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in Missouri and Johnson and Wyandotte Counties in Kansas). Preference will be given to students who are members of Christ Presbyterian Church, Kansas City, Missouri, members of the First Haitian Fellowship at Christ Presbyterian Church or students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School. The scholarship is not automatically renewable. To reapply, complete the application by the deadline each year. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from a person unrelated to the applicant who has known them well. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Dwain and Polly Wright Educational Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Dwain and Polly Wright Educational Scholarship Fund was established by the family of John Dwain Wright and Lillian Pauline (Polly) Wright in memory of their faithful support of Macon Public Schools and their belief in the limitless ability of Macon High School students. The scholarship was established to provide support to graduating high school students pursuing a post-secondary education. Applicants must have completed at least two English, Language Arts or Vocational classes. Applicants must submit recommendations from at least three current Macon High School faculty or staff members on the basis of citizenship, courtesy to others, and active support for their school. Preference will be given to students pursuing vocational or technical training or a degree in English or Language Arts. Two students will be awarded; one for the Dwain Wright Scholarship for vocational students going to college or trade school, and one for the Polly Wright Scholarship for college-bound students majoring in English. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Evie Penn Memorial Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $700
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The Evie Penn Memorial Scholarship was established to recognize and financially help students who have battled their way through significant physical obstacles to do well academically and want to further their education. Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Park Hill District High School. Applicants are required to submit two signed teacher letters of recommendations. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

St. Peter’s Troop 118 Scouting BSA Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026

Description: The St. Peter’s Troop 118 Scouting BSA Scholarship Fund provides an annual scholarship to Boy Scouts who are active in Troop 118 and plan to further their education at a local tuition-based high school in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The students eligible for assistance shall be graduating eighth graders who will be attending a local tuition-based high school and who are currently participating in Boy Scout Troop 118. Applicants must provide the names, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references, other than members of their family. They must indicate their relationship to them as the applicant. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Arizona Nursery Association Foundation Scholarships:

Amount: $500 – $5,000
Closing Date: May 6, 2026

Description: The Arizona Nursery Association Foundation awards scholarships to worthy students each year. ANAFUND provides financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate college and university students who have demonstrated an interest in the horticulture, agriculture, agriculture education, agribusiness, and landscape architecture field who are from Arizona. The amounts of the scholarships vary, depending on available funds and number of applications. ANAFUND also funds continuing education opportunities for current nursery employees. Applicants must be currently or planning to be enrolled in a horticultural related curriculum at a university, community college or continuing education program. They must be currently employed in or have an interest in the nursery industry as a career. Applicants must also have an above average scholastic achievement or at least two years work experience in the industry; and, display involvement in extra-curricular activities related to the industry. Two letters of recommendation are required, they must be from an ornamental horticulture instructor, counselor, employer, club/activity advisory, community or church leader, dated and signed in the current year. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Eileen Kraus Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: May 6, 2026

Description: The Eileen Kraus Scholarship was established in 2016 in partnership with Kaman Corporation. The scholarship will be awarded to one outstanding Connecticut woman beginning her first year of college or university. Applicants must be recent high school graduates or in the final year of secondary school, intending to enroll in her first year of college or university. Current university or college students are not eligible. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Key To A Bright Future Scholarship:

Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Description:Law Offices of Sheryl R. Rentz, P.C. believes that children are the key to a bright future. This is why they are offering the Key To A Bright Future Scholarship to a promising student whose diligence, aspiration, and hard work deserve to be rewarded. No one who seeks the enlightenment of a college education should be denied one for financial reasons. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university/college upon completion. They must have earned, or will earn their high school diploma this calendar year. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or hold Permanent Residency status. DACA recipients are welcome to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

LPA Diversity in Design Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Description: LPA, Inc. has established the LPA Diversity in Design Scholarship to champion the design professions among students from underrepresented demographics. LPA, Inc. is looking for students who have an interest in pursuing careers that shape the built environment where people live, work, learn, and play. Applicants must be high school seniors in states California and Texas. They must have been accepted at an accredited NAAB, LAAB, ABET, CIDA, NASAD, four or five-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. They must be pursuing a degree in one of the following majors associated with the building and design industry: Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Architecture/Design, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree. Applicants must be a student who has overcome significant challenges in their academic pursuit and/or belong to a group historically underrecognized or marginalized within the building and design industry. They must also be legally authorized to work in the United States. Preference is given to students who have overcome significant challenges in their academic pursuit and/or belong to a group historically underrecognized or marginalized within the design and building industries. Awards are renewable for up to three years or until a bachelor’s degree or for four years or until a Bachelor of Architecture (BARCH) degree is earned, whichever occurs first. Awards may be renewed for the fourth year for a bonafide five-year undergraduate program upon sponsor review. One online recommendation form must be submitted on the applicant’s behalf no later than May 26, 2026. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Walter A. Hunt, Jr. Scholarship:

Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: May 7, 2026

Description: The Walter A. Hunt, Jr. Scholarship aims to promote and encourage the study of architecture by New York City public high school students through a two-year scholarship to supplement tuition and related costs during their freshman and sophomore years at a NAAB-accredited school of architecture in the U.S. Applicants must be current New York City public high school seniors who have been accepted to a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture program at a NAAB-accredited School of Architecture in the U.S. Students at NYC Charter High Schools are eligible. Students at private, parochial or other schools where tuition is charged are not eligible. Applicants are encouraged to submit the portfolio which had been previously submitted to the Bachelor of Architecture program they are pursuing, if applicable. The digital portfolio must consist of at least 3-4 pieces of the student’s own visual art, design, or architecture work, though applicants may submit additional work if they feel it is relevant to their application. Projects may be 2-D or 3-D, and can be both finished and/or in-process projects. If a group project is submitted, the student must indicate their role in the project. Two letters of recommendation are required. Applicants are encouraged to submit the recommendation letters previously submitted to the Bachelor of Architecture program they are pursuing. One recommendation letter must be from a teacher in their high school; the second may be from an employer, person in the field of architecture or other adult. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Kaufman & Stigger, PLLC, Alberta C. Kaufman Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 10, 2026

Description:The Alberta C. Kaufman Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and current college students. Applicants must plan to pursue a post secondary degree after high school graduation. Please contact Kaufman and Stigger, PLLC for more information.

Young Scholars Program
Sponsor: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Amount: Up to $40,000
Closing Date: April 29, 2026
Description: Program is open to high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. Program provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, and other learning enrichment opportunities.

A Better Financial Future Scholarship
Sponsor: Smarter College
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to all residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry.

All About Education Scholarship
Sponsor: Unigo
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students 14 years of age or older who are legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia and are currently enrolled (or will enroll) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant will need to submit a short response to a given prompt.

All Star Verified Scholarship
Sponsor: Verified Scholarships
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, graduate, adult students, and parents of high school and college students. Applicant must fill out a short form and answer the following question: “What is the best or worst part about finding or applying to scholarships?”

American Ground Water Trust Annual Scholarships
Sponsor: American Ground Water Trust
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to high school seniors who are intending to pursue a career in a ground water related field.

Andrew Flusche Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Andrew Flusche, PLC
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students. Applicant must also be a citizen or lawful resident of the United States. Applicant must create a public service advertisement video (PSA) on the following prompt: “What should motorists do while driving if they see a law enforcement vehicle that is stopped on the side of the road?”

Appily Easy College Money Scholarship
Sponsor: Appily
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students 13 years of age or older who will be attending college in the future. Applicant must create a Appily profile (if they don’t have one already), share about their extracurricular, leadership, and volunteer activities, and then search Appily for scholarships.

Be Bold No-Essay Scholarship
Sponsor: Bold.org
Amount: $25,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students of all education levels, states, fields of study, and GPA. Applicant must create a Bold.org account and create a “bold” profile – bold does not mean “best,” or “most accomplished.” Being bold means being earnest, determined, and moving.

Beauty Changes Lives Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to prospective and current cosmetology students.

Catching the Dream Scholarship
Sponsor: Catching the Dream
Amount: Varied
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Applicant must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian and be an enrolled member of a U.S. tribe. Applicant must be attending or planning on attending a college or university within the U.S. on a full-time basis that is fully accredited.

Catholic United Financial Scholarships
Sponsor: Catholic United Financial
Amount: Up to $500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to members of Catholic United for at least two years prior to application who are entering any year of their first degree or certificate program in Fall 2026.

Earl K. Kintner Public Service Scholarship
Sponsor: Foundation of the Federal Bar Association
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have at least one parent (or guardian) who is currently a federal government employee or federal judge and a member of the Federal Bar Association.

General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant
Sponsor: Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)
Amount: Up to $4,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Applicant must be a dependent of an Air Force member, spouse of an Active Duty member, or a surviving spouse of an Air Force member. Applicant must be a high school graduate enrolled or accepted as a full-time undergraduate student during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Help a Hero Scholarship
Sponsor: Veterans of Foreign Wars | SportClips Haircuts
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students who are retired, honorably discharged, active duty, or a member of the National Guard or Reserve. Applicant must participate in, be accepted to, or currently enrolled in a VA-approved program or school at an accredited post-secondary institution.

I Am Texas Contest
Sponsor: The Bryan Museum
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Contest is open to students in grade 2 through 12 in Texas. Applicant must submit an essay or their original artwork on a topic related to Texas.

IDDBA’s Scholarship for Growing the Future
Sponsor: International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current full- or part-time employees of an IDDBA-member company. Applicant must work a minimum of 13 hours per week during the school year for an IDDBA-member company to be eligible. Applicant must be a incoming, current or returning college or vocational/technical school student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.

IWSH Essay Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students enrolled full-time in an accredited technical school, community college, trade school, or four-year college or university. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Why should the government and private sector come together to provide improved access to safe sanitation?”

Joe Lieberman Connecticut Scholarship
Sponsor: Joe Lieberman Connecticut Scholarship Fund
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from Connecticut with at least a 3.8 GPA and can demonstrate outstanding leadership potential and a record of community service.

Juvenile Justice Scholarship
Sponsor: The Law Offices of Mark Sherman
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students who have at least a 3.0 GPA and have demonstrated their interest in serving the less privileged in their community. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to juvenile justice.

Life Parts Express Scholarship
Sponsor: Lift Parts Express
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the ages of 16 and 21 who will be attending school in the fall. Applicant must submit an essay on how they expect to pay for college.

MoolahSPOT $1,000 Scholarship
Sponsor: MoolahSPOT
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students at least 16 years or older who plan to attend, or are currently attending, college or graduate school. Students may be of any nationality and reside in any country. Applicant must submit a short form and a short essay.

Outdoor Communicators of KS Scholarship
Sponsor: Kansas Wildscape
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors enrolled in a Kansas high school who plan to attend a college in Kansas and study wildlife or nature-based curriculum or outdoors journalism. University students enrolled in a wildlife or nature-based curriculum, or pursuing outdoors journalism are also eligible.

R2C Scholarship
Sponsor: Return2College
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens and legal residents who are starting a program of higher education (college or graduate school) within the next 12 months or are currently enrolled. Applicant must be 17 years of age or older and there is no maximum age limit. Applicant must share in three sentences of less why they are getting their degree.

School Survey Sweepstakes
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Sweepstakes is open to current high school students, high school alumni who graduated within the last four years, and the parents of those students or alumni. Individual must take a survey on a United States high school.

Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Shawn Carter Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (two-year or four-year) college students, and students at trade or vocational schools. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents, 25 years of age or younger, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Snowdrop Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Snowdrop Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to college bound pediatric cancer patients.

Sttark Scholarships
Sponsor: Sttark
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit an essay and create an original label design to show how products can be labeled but people can’t OR a 5-minute unboxing video that shows the contents of your life that make you who you truly are.

The $1,000 SuperCollege Scholarship
Sponsor: SuperCollege.com
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current high school seniors, college students, graduate school students and returning adult students who will enroll in a college or university. Applicant must fill out a short form.

Think For Yourself Essay Contest
Sponsor: Let Grow
Amount: Up to $8,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on one of four given prompts with a compelling story of independence, thinking for yourself, and personal growth.

Veterans United Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Veterans United Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current active-duty service members, veterans of the United States Armed Forces, spouses of a service member or veteran, surviving spouse or child of a fallen service member, or children of a service member or veteran. Applicant must also be currently pursuing a post-secondary degree at an accredited college or university, or plan to attend a college or university in the following academic year.

All-Star College Scholarship
Sponsor: UMPS Care Charities
Amount: Up to $5,000 every semester (for a four-year institution)
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming college freshmen under the age of 20 who have been adopted at or after the age of thirteen.

Blaine Barrilleaux Scholarship
Sponsor: The Law Offices of Blaine Barrilleaux
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current Louisiana college students with at least a 2.5 GPA. Applicant must submit a brief biography and an essay describing a significant challenge or obstacle they have faced in their life and how they overcame it.

DutchCrafters Heritage Scholarship
Sponsor: DutchCrafters
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited four-year undergraduate institution located in the United States. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or maintain legal residency in the United States and have a 3.0 GPA. Student must submit an essay on how their cultural heritage will shape their vocational aspirations.

Earl Warren Scholarship
Sponsor: NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.
Amount: $10,000.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in their final year of college/university or their first year of law school. Applicant must be studying law. Applicant must have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to racial justice and civil rights.

Francis Maria Scholarship
Sponsor: Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese
Amount: $10,000.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Antiochian Orthodox Christian students who are in their first three years of undergraduate college studies in the fall following their application. Applicant must submit an application and a short autobiographical essay.

Humans of Dementia Scholarship
Sponsor: Hilarity for Charity (HFC)
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school and college students in the United States and Canada. Applicant must submit a written profile or photo essay featuring someone currently living with or who has passed away from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.

Lawrence Medeiros Scholarship
Sponsor: Lawrence Madeiros Scholarship Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students who have inherited bleeding disorders or other chronic disorders who are attending an accredited college or university.

Marks & Harrison Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Marks & Harrison
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school juniors and seniors, as well as current community college and undergraduate students. Applicant must submit an essay or video on a topic related to distracted driving.

RoadRunner Auto Transport Annual Scholarship
Sponsor: RoadRunner Auto Transport
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the age of 17 and 21 who are enrolled full-time at any U.S. college or university. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to auto transport.

Rover Scholarship
Sponsor: Rover
Amount: $2,500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. residents who are graduating high school seniors or college freshmen, sophomores, or juniors. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to pets.

School Spirit Scholarship
Sponsor: 1st Place Spiritwear
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who will be attending college in the fall. Applicant must submit an essay showing how they demonstrate school spirit.

Study Abroad Scholarships
Sponsor: IES Abroad
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students who will be studying abroad for the fall or full academic year and have financial need.

Swim with Mike Physically Challenged Athletes Scholarship
Sponsor: Swim with Mike
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to athletes who participated in organized competitive youth, high school or collegiate athletics and subsequently have sustained a life changing accident or illness (e.g. paralysis, blindness, cancer, amputation, head injuries).

SWNAF Scholarship
Sponsor: Southwest Native American Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Native American studies who are enrolled in a high school summer program, vocational school, college/university, or graduate school. Applicant must be an enrolled member of a U.S. Federally Recognized American Indian or descendant of a base roll member, have Lineal descendancy from someone named on the tribe’s base roll or relationship to a tribal member who descended from someone named on the base roll, or meet other conditions such as Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood, tribal residency, or continued contact with the tribe.

If you just opened your financial aid package and saw the words “Federal Work-Study” — you’re probably thinking:

👉 Did I get a job?
👉 Do I have to do this?
👉 Where do I even find this job?

Take a breath. Let’s break it all down so you can actually use this opportunity (because many students don’t — and leave money on the table).

💼 What Is Work-Study?

Work-study is a federal financial aid program that allows you to earn money through a part-time job, usually on campus (and sometimes off-campus with approved employers).

Important:
This is not free money upfront like a grant or scholarship.

You only receive the money by working and earning a paycheck.

Think of it as:
➡️ A job reserved for you
➡️ That fits your school schedule
➡️ Often flexible and student-friendly

💰 How Much Money Is It?

Your award letter might say something like:
“Federal Work-Study: $2,500”

That does not mean you get $2,500 automatically.

It means:
👉 You are eligible to earn up to that amount
👉 You’ll get paid hourly as you work
👉 Once you hit that limit, you stop earning work-study funds

❗ Did You Automatically Get a Job?

Nope.

This is where many families get confused.

Just because work-study is in your package does not mean:
❌ You’ve been placed in a job
❌ Money is being applied to your bill

You must:
✔️ Find a job
✔️ Apply
✔️ Get hired
✔️ Actually work

🔎 How Do You Find a Work-Study Job?

Here’s exactly what to do:

1. Check Your College Job Portal
Most schools have a student employment website. Look for sections like:

• “Student Jobs”

• “Work-Study Positions”

• “Campus Employment”

2. Visit Key Offices on Campus
Start with:

• Financial Aid Office

• Career Services

• Student Employment Office

Ask directly:
👉 “Where are current work-study job postings?”

3. Look for Common Work-Study Jobs

• Library assistant

• Front desk in dorms or offices

• Tutoring or academic support

• Campus recreation center

• Administrative office help

4. Apply EARLY
The best jobs go fast — especially flexible, low-stress ones.

🧠 Pro Tips (This Is Where You Win)

✔️ Pick convenience over pay
A job close to your classes saves time and stress.

✔️ Ask about scheduling flexibility
Midterms and finals matter more than a shift.

✔️ Use it strategically
Some jobs align with your major — that’s resume gold.

✔️ You don’t have to accept it
If your schedule is already overwhelming, it’s okay to decline.

✔️ You can earn WITHOUT work-study too
Campus jobs exist for non-work-study students as well.

⚠️ Biggest Mistake Students Make

They ignore work-study completely.

And that can mean:
💸 Losing access to easy, flexible income
💸 Missing out on networking opportunities
💸 Taking harder off-campus jobs instead

💡 Final Thought

Work-study isn’t just about money — it’s about access.

Access to:
✔️ On-campus opportunities
✔️ Professional connections
✔️ Resume-building experiences

But it only works if you take action.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not sure what your next step should be — I help families navigate financial aid, scholarships, and all of this confusion step-by-step.

Because understanding your award letter is one thing…
👉 Using it to your advantage is everything.

📩 Need help breaking down your financial aid package or finding scholarships that actually fit your student?
Check out my services — I’ve got you.

Miss Laverne

If your student cares about the planet—even a little—there is real money available to support that passion.

We’re not just talking about future scientists. We’re talking about students who care about:
sustainability, climate justice, clean energy, conservation, community impact, and protecting the world they’re inheriting.

Here are a few scholarships to have on your radar:

🌱 Brower Youth Awards — for young environmental activists making real change
♻️ EPA Campus RainWorks Challenge — for students designing sustainable infrastructure solutions
☀️ NRDC Environmental Justice Scholarship — for students advocating in underserved communities
🌊 Coastal Environmental Science Scholarship — for marine and environmental science majors
🌿 Garden Club of America Scholarships — multiple awards in conservation, ecology, and horticulture

Now here’s the part most families get wrong:

👉🏾 Your student does NOT have to be an environmental science major.

I’ve seen students in:
pre-law, public health, education, engineering, business, and social work WIN these scholarships—because they connected their career goals to sustainability.

That’s the strategy.

Your student’s story + their impact + their perspective = scholarship money.

And don’t forget… the essay is where this all comes together.
This is where students explain why they care and how they plan to make a difference.

If that essay isn’t strong, they are leaving money on the table.

✍🏾 I help students edit, revise, and strengthen their scholarship essays so they actually stand out and WIN.

🌍 Earth Day is your reminder:
The planet needs advocates in every field—and there is funding for students who are ready to step up.

👇🏾 Drop your student’s grade level and state below, and I’ll point you to scholarships that fit them.

♻️ Save this. Share this. Send it to a parent who needs it.

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Every year, I hear parents and students say:
“My child only has a 3.2, so they probably won’t qualify for scholarships.”
“We missed out because my student isn’t valedictorian.”
“Scholarships are only for straight-A students.”

No. No. And no.

That myth is costing families thousands of dollars in missed opportunities.

Scholarships Are About More Than Grades

Yes, some merit scholarships focus heavily on GPA.

But many scholarships are looking for much more than a transcript.

Scholarship committees often award students based on:

Advocacy & Leadership

Has your child spoken up for others? Organized something at school? Led a club? Advocated for a cause?

That matters.

Identity-Based Scholarships

There are scholarships specifically for students based on:

• First-generation college students

• Students of color

• Women in STEM

• Students with disabilities

• Students from specific communities, faith groups, or cultural backgrounds

• Students with unique family circumstances

Sometimes who your child is matters just as much as what their GPA says.

Community Service

Volunteering counts.

Mentoring counts.

Helping in your church, neighborhood, school, or community? That counts too.

Scholarship providers love students who show impact.

Major-Based Awards

This is where families leave money on the table.

There are scholarships specifically for students pursuing:

• Nursing

• Education

• Engineering

• Social Work

• Agriculture

• Business

• Cybersecurity

• Healthcare
  …and hundreds more.

Your child’s intended major can unlock money many families never even look for.

But Here’s the Part Too Many People Ignore…

THE ESSAY IS KEY. CRITICAL.

Read that again.

The scholarship essay can absolutely make or break an application.

I have seen average students win big money because they told a compelling story.

And I have seen high-achieving students lose scholarships because their essay was generic, rushed, or weak.

A powerful essay can help a committee see:

• Resilience

• Purpose

• Character

• Growth

• Passion

• Need

• Potential

Your essay is often what separates you from hundreds of applicants with similar GPAs.

Sometimes the essay is the deciding factor.

Scholarships Are Not Just Won on Paper—They Are Won Through Storytelling

Your child does not need to be perfect.

They need to be strategic.

They need to apply widely.

And they need a strong essay.

Because often, the student who tells the strongest story wins.

Stop Letting GPA Myths Keep You From Applying

A 4.0 is not the golden ticket.

Scholarship money is going to:

• Students with 3.5 GPAs

• Students with 3.0 GPAs

• Students with strong stories

• Students with service hours

• Students with specific majors

• Students who know how to position themselves well

And yes—

Students with excellent essays.

And This Is Why I Help Families With Essays

Because I know how important this piece is.

I offer essay editing and revising to help students strengthen their scholarship applications, sharpen their story, and submit essays that stand out.

Sometimes small revisions can make a major difference.

If your student has an essay draft, don’t submit it without getting another set of eyes on it.

A stronger essay could mean more scholarship money.

Final Hot Take:

Your child is probably not losing scholarships because of GPA.
They may be losing them because:

• They aren’t applying to the right scholarships

• They aren’t leveraging identity or major-based awards

• They’re overlooking community service opportunities

• Their essays are not as strong as they need to be

And all of that can be fixed. I am happy to help!

Stop believing the GPA myth.
Start following the opportunities.

Because there is scholarship money out there for more students than people realize.

If this changed how you think about scholarships, share this with a parent who needs to hear it.

And if your student needs help with scholarship essays, I can help with editing and revising. Email me for the help you need!

info@scholarshipcollegemama.com

May 1st is College Decision Day — and if your family is weighing offers right now, take a deep breath and remember: choosing a college is not just about prestige, rankings, or what “sounds impressive.” It’s about making the best informed decision for your student and your family.

When we helped our children make their college decisions, we followed one guiding principle:

FOLLOW THE MONEY.

That means looking beyond the acceptance letter and asking the hard questions:

✅ How much free money (scholarships + grants) is each school offering?
✅ What will you have to borrow — and how much will repayment cost later?
✅ What is the real out-of-pocket cost after aid?
✅ Will your student need loans every year, or just this year?
✅ Does the financial aid package make this school sustainable for four years?

A “dream school” can quickly become a financial nightmare if the numbers don’t work.

Here’s what we prioritized for our family:

1. Compare net cost, not sticker price.
Don’t focus on tuition alone. Compare what you’ll actually pay after aid.

2. Evaluate debt before committing.
If one school leaves your child with $20,000 in debt and another leaves them with $80,000 in debt, that matters.

3. Consider scholarship renewability.
Is the scholarship guaranteed for four years? Are there GPA requirements?

4. Think long-term, not just emotional.
A school that gives your student little or no debt can create freedom after graduation.

5. Appeal if needed.
If a college is your student’s top choice but the aid package falls short, ask for a financial aid reconsideration.

Here’s the truth many families learn too late:

The best college decision is often the one that leaves your child with the best financial future.

Sometimes the smartest decision is not the most expensive school. Sometimes it’s the school that invested the most in your student.

And yes — in our family, following the money helped us make some of the best decisions we could have made.

🎓 Prestige doesn’t pay back student loans.
💰 Scholarships do.

If your family is making a Decision Day choice right now, compare the offers carefully… and follow the money.

How are you helping your student make their final college decision? Drop a comment — I’d love to hear.

Miss Laverne

Top 40 Private Scholarship Opportunities for April 22nd – May 6th, 2026:

Honmyo Nguyen Family Trust Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
Description: The Honmyo Nguyen Family Trust Scholarship will be awarded to students residing in Santa Clara County who are planning to attend a four-year California public university and are committed to addressing the most challenging problems and improving the quality of life within the Silicon Valley. The scholarship was created in recognition of the game-changing nature of higher education and to recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need and leadership qualities as evidenced by school and community activities. Applicants must be a current graduating senior or graduate of public or private high school in Santa Clara County. They must be currently enrolled or planning to enroll at a four-year California public college (Cal State, Cal Poly) or university (UC). Applicants must submit a letter of reference, one letter from a teacher or academic advisor, a work or volunteer supervisor, a youth leader or personal acquaintance. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Utility Workers Union of America Scholarship Awards Program:

Amount: $2,000 – $10,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: The Utility Workers Union of America established a scholarship program in an effort to promote the solidarity of its members and encourage educational growth of the future generations of our labor organization. Applicants must be high school seniors who are the son or daughter of an active UWUA member. Students are eligible for entry into the scholarship drawing during the scholarship year that coincides with their graduation from high school. Recipients will receive the scholarship upon proof of acceptance and attendance at any university, college, or trade school, etc. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

AIANTA Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: AIANTA is proud to offer the Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship, which provides American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students with financial assistance towards a degree or certificate in hospitality, tourism, recreation, culinary arts or related fields. Applicants must be a high school senior or a student accepted into an accredited higher education institution at the time of application. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is recommended, although all current or future undergraduate and graduate college students are encouraged to apply. Scholarship recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA. Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students only; online colleges are acceptable. Applicants must submit their Tribal Enrollment, Certificate of Indian Blood, or Tribal ID. Native Hawaiians may use their birth certificates as documentation for proof of Hawaiian ethnicity. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship will be awarded to students who have endured extreme life challenges, and have displayed the character and courage to overcome such obstacles. Students are able to re-apply after their first year for a maximum of two years. In order to qualify, applicants must be a high school senior graduating Spring 2025. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or faculty member who has been involved in their high school education or from a member of the community whom they have worked with. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact The Miami Foundation for more information.

Anthony Munoz Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $20,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: Developed through Anthony and his family’s passion to help deserving students reach their dream of attending a local college or university, the Foundation’s Scholarship Fund awards multiple scholarships to select Tri-State high school seniors. Students are interviewed and chosen based on their financial need, academic achievement, ability to overcome adversity and their ambition to succeed. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior. Applicants must attend a high school in the Tri-State region, defined as the counties of: (A) Kentucky: Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, (B) Indiana: Dearborn, Franklin, Ohio, Switzerland, Union, (C) Ohio: Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Montgomery, Preble, Warren. They must have a college freshman standing by fall of 2025 and be a student entering an accredited Tri-State college or university. Applicants must also demonstrate a desire and intent to overcome adversity, and fulfill a leadership role in the community. Aside from applying online, applications may also be submitted through mail or email. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

CentraState Associated Auxiliaries Scholarship Program:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The CentraState Associated Auxiliaries Scholarship Program will offer three scholarships each year to students and adults who live and volunteer in the CentraState service area. Two will be awarded to graduating high school seniors pursuing a career in the healthcare field. The third scholarship will be awarded to an adult returning to college to pursue a career in the healthcare field. High school seniors must submit high school transcripts; two original letters of recommendation, one being from their volunteer coordinator; and the essay. Adult applicants must submit their college transcripts, if available; their acceptance letter from their college or letter from their college confirming attendance in a healthcare course of study; two original letters of recommendation, one being from their volunteer coordinator; and the essay. The application may be submitted to Rita Sorger through email or to Mrs. Valerie Mac Phee through mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $3,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to Miami-Dade County minority students planning to continue their education through the university level and pursue a career related to the legal field or social-justice issues. In order to qualify, applicants must be a minority high school senior graduating in Spring 2025 or a GED student no older than 19 years of age attending a Miami Dade County Public School. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation. The letter can be from a teacher or faculty member or a community leader, advisor, or mentor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact The Miami Foundation for more information.

Beulah Frey Environmental Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Beulah Frey Environmental Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior applying to colleges or universities for the upcoming academic year to further their studies in environmentally-related fields. Graduating seniors from both private and public high schools within ASWP’s region are eligible to apply. This region includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Beaver, Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland counties in southwestern Pennsylvania. Applicants must submit a personal statement and an essay. They must also submit a letter of recommendation from a person with whom the applicant has interacted in environmentally-related activities, and/or courses, and who can speak to the applicant’s initiative, dedication, and achievements. This should not be from a relative or friend. It should be from a teacher, mentor, supervisor, volunteer coordinator or other individual who can give an informed and objective assessment. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 28, 2026
Description: The Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship is not only the firm’s way to give back to exceptional students in the 2025-2026 school year, but also to stress the importance of higher education and students being able to follow their dream career path after high school. One of the winners will be an Arizona high school senior or college student, and the other will be an applicant from anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university/college upon completion. They must have earned, or will earn your high school diploma this calendar year. Applicants must also be a U.S. Citizen or hold Permanent Residency status. DACA recipients are welcome to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

The Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship 2023:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 28, 2026
Description: For over two decades, The Husband & Wife Law Team has represented residents of the Phoenix area and throughout the state of Arizona. Scholarships will be awarded to Arizona high school seniors or college students, or to an applicant from anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university or college; or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university or college upon completion. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

New Heights Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 29, 2026
Description: To help students reach their goals and secure a brighter future, the Bussey Law Firm, P.C. offers the New Heights Scholarship to a deserving student every year. The 2025 New Heights Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students from across the nation. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university/college upon completion. They must have earned, or will earn their high school diploma this calendar year. They must be U.S. Citizens or hold Permanent Residency status. DACA recipients are welcome to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Joseph J. LeMark Memorial Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 29, 2026
Description: The Joseph J. LeMark Memorial Scholarship Fund aims to honor the character, integrity, respect and love for the game of golf that Joseph expressed by assisting a student with a love also for the game, with a scholarship. Applicants must be high school seniors or current college students in the Kansas City area, who play golf. Applicants must provide a link to their video application. Students are encouraged to be creative, use music, personal videos, photos or any form of media that completes the application questions and helps define their personality. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a coach, teacher, administrator, mentor or workplace manager; and another letter of recommendation from a teammate, friend or neighbor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The General Aviation Manufacturers Association offers the Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award annually as part of its commitment to advancing careers in general aviation. An applicant must be a current student at a U.S. high school, graduating in the Spring of 2025. They must be accepted to and enrolling in an institution for an aviation-related degree program (e.g., flight training, aviation management, aerospace engineering, aviation maintenance). Applicants must submit a maximum of two letters of recommendation. Applicants will be assessed on their academic achievements, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and their essay question responses. Applications must be submitted through mail or email, electronic submissions are preferred. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Joe Beirne Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The Joe Beirne Scholarship Program is now being offered for the 2025-2026 school year. Eligible for the awards are CWA members and their spouses, children and grandchildren, including those of retired or deceased members, including dependents of laid-off, retired or deceased CWA members. Applicants must be high school graduates or at least high school students who will graduate during the year in which they apply. Undergraduate and graduate students returning to schooling may also apply. Prior winners may not reapply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

AIST Southeast Member Chapter Gene Suave Scholarship:

Amount: $3,500
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The objective of the Southeast Chapter is to reward and encourage an AIST Southeast Chapter high school senior or college undergraduate student, preparing for a career in Engineering or the sciences, by providing a grant of financial support during attendance at any accredited university or college The Gene Suave Scholarship will be awarded as a one-year scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to a Southeast Chapter student pursuing a career in engineering, the sciences or other majors relating to iron and steel production on the basis of GPA from a high school (senior applicants only), or an accredited college or institution. If there are no applicants in engineering or the sciences, other majors will be considered. Consideration will be given for extracurricular activities and the student’s written essay. This scholarship fund is for members of the Material Advantage program who live in, or attend a university in, the Southeast Member Chapter area, children, stepchildren, grandchildren or spouses of active (dues paid) Southeast Chapter members for two consecutive years. Applicants must submit a recommendation or evaluation from a Counselor, Teacher or Professor. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

North Carolina Hispanic College Fund Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Established charitable fund at the Triangle Community Foundation to benefit Hispanic students in North Carolina. The high cost of college tuition is often a major challenge for students when considering a college education. The NCHCF awards annual scholarships to help students pay for their college education. Scholarship recipients must be of Hispanic/Latino descent and graduates of a North Carolina high school. Eligible students include those graduating this year and those that graduated within the last two years. Recipients of the NCHCF scholarship must be committed to public service and community development. Preference will be given to foreign-born applicants or the native-born children of foreign-born parents. Recipients will be chosen based on family economic need, community involvement, academic achievement, volunteerism, and leadership. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from a high school teacher, principal, pastor, employer, or other community leaders. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

NASE Dependent Scholarship:

Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The NASE Dependent Scholarship Program is open to legal dependents of NASE Members. Dependents whose parents are employees or contracted by NASE or any affiliated company are not eligible for this scholarship. To apply, students need to be high school senior students or college undergraduates planning to enroll in college for the upcoming fall semester. Consideration is based upon leadership ability, academic performance, teacher recommendations, career and educational background, school and community participation, and financial need. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Upakar Foundation Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $10,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Upakar supports the educational and career aspirations of the Indian American community. Upakar provides scholars either $10,000 for over four years at a university ($2,500 per year), or $2,000 for over 2 years at a community college ($1,000 per year) and can receive $5,000 over 2 years at university ($2,500 per year). Applicants must currently be a graduating high school senior living in the USA. They must plan to enroll in an accredited, not-for-profit, four-year university or two-year community college, during the Fall of a scholarship cycle. Applicants must have either been born or have one parent born in the Republic of India. They must be either a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card) holder. Applicants must have a prior year Family Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) on the IRS form 1040 of less than $125,000. The scholarship process is competitive. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Chuck Pezzano Scholarships:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The International Bowling Media Association (IBMA) may annually award scholarships to students attending college or graduating high school seniors planning on attending college. The scholarship is named in memory of IBMA, USBC and PBA Halls of Fame journalist Chuck Pezzano. To be eligible, applicants must be interested in writing about bowling either as a volunteer, part- or full-time media. They must participate in the sport of bowling, although bowling skills are not a requisite. Applicants must not have exceeded their 25th birthday during the calendar year of the award. The first step to apply is to fill out the online pre-application. Once this is received and the information the applicant has provided meets the application qualifications, they will receive a full application to fill out and submit. The full application must be accompanied by at least one reference letter and a short essay. Finalists will be asked to provide a copy of their school transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

International Dairy Deli Bakery Association’s Scholarship for Growing the Future:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The Scholarship for Growing the Future is a program that grants hardworking college students, who are employees of IDDBA member companies, monetary awards towards their college tuition. Students must enroll in a degree program at a college or technical school. Students must also be working at an IDDBA-member company 13 hours a week or more (not just on breaks from school). Previous recipients are eligible to reapply. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from their supervisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Unboxing Your Life Video Scholarship:

Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: The “Unboxing Your Life” Video Scholarship will be awarded to a U.S. high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is willing to open up and unbox their life in a creative 5-minute video, with the prompt “This Is Who I Am: Unboxing My Life.” Packaging is enticing, it creates an impression on the customer, but it’s the contents of a box that keep people coming back. Sttark knows there’s much more to you than meets the eye, and your presentation is just a reflection of who you are. If you were a carton or box, what would your packaging say? How would you brand yourself? And, most importantly, what story would your box contain? Show us the contents of your life that make you who you truly are. Applicants must also submit a brief biography with their application. They must write about their future goals and why they deserve this scholarship. In the bio, applicants must also specify their intended field of study and their current grade or degree level. Students selected as the scholarship winner must provide proof of college acceptance or a current transcript for high school students. Undergraduate and graduate students will need to provide proof of attendance from their college or university. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

American Legion Department of Maine Children and Youth Scholarships:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The American Legion Department of Maine Children and Youth Scholarships will be awarded to students who must demonstrate financial need. Please enclose three letters with this application: one from yourself stating why you wish a scholarship and what field you want to work in after college; one from your principal or guidance counselor (other source if you are no longer in high school; and one from an outside person, other than family. Applicants must also include a transcript of their high school record or current college transcript. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the American Legion Department of Maine for more information.

Rover Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Rover Scholarship will be awarded to students who will submit an essay that incorporates unique ideas, personal stories, and thoughts about how pets, in any form, have helped shape who they are today. Applicants must be a resident of the United States. They must be a graduating high school senior or currently in college in pursuit of an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree. Applicants can’t be related to anyone on the Rover staff, but they can be related to someone who’s a pet sitter or dog walker on Rover. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

New York Ramblers Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Established in 2016, the Ramblers Scholarship supports student athletes pursuing an undergraduate education who self-identify publicly as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex (LGBTQI), or as demonstrated and committed straight allies. Applicants must be an athlete, all sports and athletic activities qualify. They must be an open and self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex person; or a demonstrated and committed ally. Applicants must also be a graduating high school student who plans to attend a recognized undergraduate college or university in the United States, or is an already matriculated US undergraduate college student. The ideal scholarship candidate will have a clearly described need for financial support; be significantly impacted by this scholarship; be able to articulate their personal and professional goals; be involved in extracurricular activities with demonstrated passion and commitment; show leadership in academics, extracurriculars, and/or athletics; have a reasonable probability of completing their degree; and demonstrate an interest in community service, involvement, or volunteerism. Applicants must submit five essays and two letters of recommendation. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

The Exhibitus Scholarship for Students of Design:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Exhibitus Scholarship for Students of Design will be awarded to current or prospective students enrolled at an accredited U.S. university. Applicants must be pursuing a degree in the field of design including but not limited to: architectural design, graphic design, interior design, motion media design, industrial design. Applicants must submit three examples of their creative work. Images, videos, or PDF formats are preferred. Enrollment proof must be provided, if selected. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

FleetNow ‘Construct Your Future’ Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: FleetNow is thrilled to offer the Construct Your Future Scholarship to aspiring individuals with big dreams and ambitions. FleetNow believes in the power of education and innovation, and we are committed to fostering the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and creators. Applicants must be high school and undergraduate students in the U.S. who are pursuing an education or career in a heavy equipment-related field or skilled trade. This includes, but is not limited to, areas such as heavy equipment operation, construction technology, civil engineering, industrial technology, project or construction management, automotive technology, and other trade programs connected to the heavy equipment industry. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Print and Graphics Scholarships Foundation Scholarship for Full-Time Students:

Amount: $1,000 – $8,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Print and Graphics Scholarships Foundation Scholarship for Full-Time Students will be awarded to high school seniors or students already enrolled in a post-secondary program. The student must be pursuing a career in printing technology, printing management, graphic communication, packaging, or publishing. Scholarship candidates are judged on the basis of their academic records; recommendations offered from instructors, advisors, and employers; biographical records, which indicate academic honors; extracurricular interests, etc. Two recommendations are required. Simply enter their email address and we will contact them for you. The scholarship is awarded for up to four years of college. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Print and Graphic Scholarship Foundation for more information.

Joye Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Joye Law Firm will offer scholarships to graduating seniors in South Carolina who plan to attend a four-year institution of higher learning in the fall. Selection of the recipients is based on creative entry, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits. In 2021 we launched another scholarship program offering one student attending a historically black college or university the opportunity to win a college scholarship to help further their education. This year, applicants will be able to apply for both scholarships using the same application below. Students must nominate a favorite teacher who has inspired their creativity for a teacher prize. A (bullet-point) list of any extracurricular activities or community involvement is also required. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship is for Oregon residents studying for a degree in education at any Oregon public college or university. The scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable. Scholarship recipients may, however, re-apply in subsequent years. Applicants must submit a Personal Reference and a School Reference. Applications may also be submitted through mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Lawrence Alan Spiegel Remembrance Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Lawrence Alan Spiegel Remembrance Scholarship is awarded annually to the graduating high school senior who authors the prize-winning original essay. Applicants must be a high school senior or home schooler who lives in and attends a secondary institution in Maine, and who has been accepted at any accredited Title IV-eligible college or technical school. Criteria includes originality of voice and viewpoint, structure, command of language and mechanics. Applications may be submitted through email or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Energize Your Education College Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Energize Your Education Scholarship for 2025 will be awarded to students for making a positive difference in their community. Applicants must be a high school senior, planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year college degree program in the United States in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

CCD Law Spokane Community Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The CCD Law Spokane Community Scholarship is available to high school seniors who will be attending college in the fall. Whether you are homeschooled or attend a Washington school such as Spokane Valley High School, you are welcome to apply for the scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship is available to any high school senior who meets the following criteria: a child or grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire in good standing; or a child or grandchild of a deceased Pennsylvania Legionnaire. To be eligible, a student must be a member of a high school band who is going on to higher education majoring in music. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the American Legion Department of Pennsylvania for more information.

Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund aims to commemorate Dr. J. B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students in need. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the Greater Kansas City area who intend to continue their education at a two or four year college/university or a technical school. Student interviews may also be required. Preference will be given to students who are members of Christ Presbyterian Church, Kansas City, Missouri, members of the First Haitian Fellowship at Christ Presbyterian Church or students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School. The scholarship is not automatically renewable. To reapply, please complete the renewal application by the deadline each year. Three letters of recommendation are required from a person unrelated to the applicant who has known the applicant well. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund – High School Students:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Dr. J.B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia Scholarship Fund for high school students aims to commemorate Dr. J. B. and Mrs. Isabella Bisceglia’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for students in need. Applicants must be going into or attending a private high school in the Greater Kansas City area (Clay, Jackson and Platte Counties in Missouri and Johnson and Wyandotte Counties in Kansas). Preference will be given to students who are members of Christ Presbyterian Church, Kansas City, Missouri, members of the First Haitian Fellowship at Christ Presbyterian Church or students at Scuola Vita Nuova Charter School. The scholarship is not automatically renewable. To reapply, complete the application by the deadline each year. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from a person unrelated to the applicant who has known them well. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Dwain and Polly Wright Educational Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Dwain and Polly Wright Educational Scholarship Fund was established by the family of John Dwain Wright and Lillian Pauline (Polly) Wright in memory of their faithful support of Macon Public Schools and their belief in the limitless ability of Macon High School students. The scholarship was established to provide support to graduating high school students pursuing a post-secondary education. Applicants must have completed at least two English, Language Arts or Vocational classes. Applicants must submit recommendations from at least three current Macon High School faculty or staff members on the basis of citizenship, courtesy to others, and active support for their school. Preference will be given to students pursuing vocational or technical training or a degree in English or Language Arts. Two students will be awarded; one for the Dwain Wright Scholarship for vocational students going to college or trade school, and one for the Polly Wright Scholarship for college-bound students majoring in English. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Evie Penn Memorial Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $700
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The Evie Penn Memorial Scholarship was established to recognize and financially help students who have battled their way through significant physical obstacles to do well academically and want to further their education. Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Park Hill District High School. Applicants are required to submit two signed teacher letters of recommendations. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

St. Peter’s Troop 118 Scouting BSA Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: The St. Peter’s Troop 118 Scouting BSA Scholarship Fund provides an annual scholarship to Boy Scouts who are active in Troop 118 and plan to further their education at a local tuition-based high school in the Kansas City metropolitan area. The students eligible for assistance shall be graduating eighth graders who will be attending a local tuition-based high school and who are currently participating in Boy Scout Troop 118. Applicants must provide the names, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references, other than members of their family. They must indicate their relationship to them as the applicant. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Arizona Nursery Association Foundation Scholarships:

Amount: $500 – $5,000
Closing Date: May 6, 2026
Description: The Arizona Nursery Association Foundation awards scholarships to worthy students each year. ANAFUND provides financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate college and university students who have demonstrated an interest in the horticulture, agriculture, agriculture education, agribusiness, and landscape architecture field who are from Arizona. The amounts of the scholarships vary, depending on available funds and number of applications. ANAFUND also funds continuing education opportunities for current nursery employees. Applicants must be currently or planning to be enrolled in a horticultural related curriculum at a university, community college or continuing education program. They must be currently employed in or have an interest in the nursery industry as a career. Applicants must also have an above average scholastic achievement or at least two years work experience in the industry; and, display involvement in extra-curricular activities related to the industry. Two letters of recommendation are required, they must be from an ornamental horticulture instructor, counselor, employer, club/activity advisory, community or church leader, dated and signed in the current year. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Eileen Kraus Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: May 6, 2026
Description: The Eileen Kraus Scholarship was established in 2016 in partnership with Kaman Corporation. The scholarship will be awarded to one outstanding Connecticut woman beginning her first year of college or university. Applicants must be recent high school graduates or in the final year of secondary school, intending to enroll in her first year of college or university. Current university or college students are not eligible. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

American Legion Department of Missouri Scholarships
Sponsor: The American Legion Department of Missouri
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to current college students who are residents of Missouri. Applicant must be a member of The American Legion Family, i.e. Legion Member, Auxiliary Member, S.A.L. Member, or a descendant of any member thereof.

Bank of the Sierra Scholarship
Sponsor: Bank of the Sierra | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in the counties of Fresno, Kern, Kings, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, or Tulare (California). Applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA and applicant’s household income should be at or below the low to moderate income level. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirements.

Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Cathay Bank Foundation | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $2,500.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, or Washington and plan to attend a college in one of those states. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and have a household income at or below the Low Income Level.

Chao Family Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Chao Family Foundation | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $4,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in Los Angeles or Orange County, California. Applicant must have at least a 3.2 GPA and be planning to attend a UC or CSU as a 1st year student in the Fall of 2026.

HBCU Scholarship
Sponsor: Kreative Solutions
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to full time sophomore, juniors, and seniors who attend a HBCU and have at least a 2.75 GPA.

Innovation in Education Scholarship
Sponsor: LaTutors
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in high school or college within the United States with at least 3.0 GPA. Applicant must be a citizen of, permanent resident, or hold a valid student visa in the United States or Canada. Applicant must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the lives of others and submit an essay describing the goal of the particular project and provide supporting documentation.

Kao Kalia Yang Scholarship
Sponsor: Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to blood descendants of Hmong race or ethnically identified as Hmong American. Applicant must be high school seniors and have at least a 2.8 GPA. Applicant must have a household income at or below the Federal/State/County Low Income Level.

Leslie A. and Helen R. Wilson Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: The Willa Cather Foundation
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who are residents of Webster County (Nebraska) who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year course of study in an agricultural or secondary education pursuit.

Matt Fong AAPF Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Asian Americans in Public Finance
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students at a four-year college or university in California during the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicant must be of Asian heritage (at least 50%), have a 3.0 GPA, and majoring in Social Science, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Preference will be given to those with an interest in public sector work or those with community service and community advocacy.

Mega Bank Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Mega Bank | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in Los Angeles or Orange County (California) with plans to attend a California College. Applicant must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and have a household income at or below the County Low Income Level. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirements.

Open Bank Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Open Bank | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in the following counties: California (Los Angeles, Orange, Santa Clara), Nevada (Clark), or Texas (Collin, Denton, Dallas). Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and a household income at or below the low income level. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement.

Preferred Bank Scholarship
Sponsor: Preferred Bank | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in California (Alameda, Contra Costa, Los Angeles, Marin, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Francisco or San Mateo counties ), New York Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk or Westchester), New Jersey (Passaic, Bergen or Hudson), or Texas (Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Montgomery, or Galveston). Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and a household income at or below the Low Income Level. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement.

Royal Business Bank Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Royal Business Bank | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in the New York City area (New York County, King County, Queens County, or Richmond County), New Jersey (Middlesex County), Southern California (Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County), Nevada (Clark County), Illinois (Cook County), or Hawaii (Honolulu County, Oahu only). Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA and have a household income at or below the county low income level. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement.

Scholarships for Autistic Students
Sponsor: Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current students attending two or four-year universities, life skills or post secondary programs, or vocational, technical, or trade schools. Applicant must face daily challenges related to autism and attend programs that assist in skill-building, job-readiness, and other transition-related skills.

State Bank of India (California) Scholarship
Sponsor: State Bank of India (California) | Asian Pacific Community Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who reside in the California counties of Santa Clara, Fresno, Los Angeles, San Diego, or Alameda (Cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City). Applicant must have at least a 2.8 GPA, have a household income at or below the low or moderate income level, and plan to be attending a California institution of higher education. Scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement.

TASF Scholarship
Sponsor: Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and first year college students who are U.S. Citizens or permanent residents AND are a direct blood descendant of a Taiwanese citizen.

Mary Free Bed Guild Scholarship
Sponsor: Mary Free Bed Guild
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 21, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, graduate, and current undergraduate and graduate students from Michigan who have a diagnosed disability OR have overcome societal and/or personal challenges through determination and hard work AND be interested in pursuing a career in health care and be committed to serving diverse populations.

Richard F. Freeman Scholarship
Sponsor: Richard F. Freeman Scholarship Fund | UNCF
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 21, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current college freshman who are enrolled full-time at any accredited four-year institution, non-profit college, or university for the current academic year. Applicant must be from Southeast Michigan.

Ruby’s Rainbow Scholarship
Sponsor: Ruby’s Rainbow
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 21, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to individuals with Down Syndrome who are 18 years of age or older and have a desire and intent to enroll or continue enrollment in a class or program that will enhance their life through employment, independent living or life skills, or interest in any other areas.

Brave of Heart Scholarship
Sponsor: The Brave of Heart Fund
Amount: Up to $50,000
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students who are the child, spouse, or domestic partner of a frontline healthcare worker who lost their life to a COVID-19 related cause. Applicant must plan to enroll full-time or part-time in an undergraduate or graduate program (graduate program must have a patient-facing medical major). Applicant must have at least a 2.0 GPA.

Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships
Sponsor: AIGA
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate students who are in a design or art discipline and intend to pursue that discipline as a career.

Earl E. and Marie M. Smith Educational Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Earl E. and Marie M. Smith Educational Memorial Fund
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: April 23, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to currently enrolled high school senior or student who graduated from a high school located in Kosciusko County, Indiana or is a currently enrolled college undergraduate student located in Kosciusko County, Indiana. Applicant must be pursuing a medical, nursing, or other related clinical education degree at an accredited two- or four- year college or university. and have at least a 3.5 GPA.

Foot Locker Foundation, Inc-UNCF Scholarship
Sponsor: Foot Locker Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 23, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate students who attend a UNCF member college or university.

Frank D. and Clara R. Williams Scholarship Program
Sponsor: PNC Bank, N.A.
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 23, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who are residents of Venango County, Pennsylvania. Preference will be given to students matriculating to Allegheny College.

Acushnet Company Scholarship
Sponsor: Acushnet Company
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled full-time as a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior at an HBCU for the 2025-2026 academic school year. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

AIANTA Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship
Sponsor: American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who are American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian descent. Applicant must be working towards a degree or certificate in the hospitality, tourism, recreation, culinary arts or related fields.

Alper Skyland Scholarship
Sponsor: Alper Skyland Foundation
Amount: Up to $19,125 over three years
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate sophomores attending any HBCU during the upcoming academic year. Applicant must be majoring in History, English, Mathematics, or Chemistry.

Anthony S. Fountain and Alissa Fountain-Burse Scholarship
Sponsor: Poise Foundation
Amount: $3,500.00
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students who have a minimum of 60 college credits, a GPA of at least 2.7, are majoring in education, and aspiring to teach in grades 1-12.

Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors
Sponsor: SallieMae
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to outstanding high school seniors who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two or four year college, university, or continuous education program. Applicant must have at least a 2.75 GPA and be Pell-Grant eligible.

Celebrate the West High School Art Competition
Sponsor: Western Governors’ Association
Amount: Up to $600
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Competition is open to high school students (grades 9-12) in public, private, charter, and alternative schools. Home-schooled students in that age group also may enter. Student must be in a school in a WGA member state: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Applicant must create original work inspired by their state or otherwise evocative of the West.

Deloitte Foundation Accounting Scholarship
Sponsor: Deloitte Foundation
Amount: Up to $8,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current community college students and BCU freshmen and sophomores who are or intending to be Accounting majors. Applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Ecology Wildlife Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Ecology Wildlife Foundation
Amount: $10,250.00
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current undergraduate students at any HBCU who are studying in one of the following majors: Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ecology, or Natural Resource Management with Environmental Conservation Relevance.

Enterprise Access HBCC Scholarship
Sponsor: Enterprise
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include publicly supported historically Black community colleges (HBCCs) with at least a 2.75 GPA.

Jacobs HBCU Scholarship
Sponsor: Jacobs | TMCF
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled full-time as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior at an HBCU during the 2026-2027 academic school year. Applicant must be majoring in one of the following majors: Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Geology, Geological Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Engineering, and/or Urban Planning.

John Fischetti Scholarship
Sponsor: Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Illinois students are at least 50% Italian ancestry and has been accepted into or enrolled in an undergraduate degree program majoring in journalism or media communications.

Rover Scholarship

How to Apply: Submit an essay of 400–500 words answering the question “How did growing up with a pet in your life (could be a friend’s or family member’s) impact the person you are today?”
Eligibility: Open to U.S. residents who are seniors in high school or current college students with at least a 3.0 GPA
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Website: https://www.rover.com/college-scholarship- open in new window

DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Heritage Scholarship

How to Apply: Complete the application, including a 750-word essay answering the question: “How will you draw upon your cultural heritage to shape your vocational aspirations, offer creative value to your future employer, and serve your community?”
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident enrolled or accepted as a full-time student at an accredited 4-year undergraduate institution located in the U.S. with a minimum GPA of 3.0; must also have filed the FAFSA
Amount: 3 winners of $500 each
Deadline: May 1, 2026
Website: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/heritage-scholarship- open in new window

Joseph A. Terbrack ALS Memorial Scholarship

How to Apply: Write a 400–600-word essay that answers the questions: “How has ALS impacted your life? What have you learned from your experience and how do you want to move forward in life to help others?”
Eligibility: Open to high school and undergraduate students who are or will be pursuing a college education and have been affected by ALS
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 2, 2026
Website: https://bold.org/scholarships/joseph-a-terbrack-als-memorial-scholarship-fund/- open in new window

Brent Gordon Foundation Scholarship

How to Apply: Submit an essay of 400–600 words that describes your parent who passed away and how losing them has impacted your journey in life thus far.
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors, trade school students, or undergraduate students who have lost a parent
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: May 10, 2026
Website: https://bold.org/scholarships/brent-gordon-foundation-scholarship/- open in new window

MyImpact Challenge

How to Apply: Submit a report of up to 2,000 words detailing your completed or in-progress civic engagement project, an essay of up to 1,200 words on how the project furthers a civic virtue or founding principle, and visual documentation of the project and its results.
Eligibility: Open to U.S. citizens ages 13-19
Amount: Awards range from $500 to $10,000
Deadline: May 3, 2026
Website: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/my-impact-challenge- open in new window

Pastor Thomas Rorie Jr. Christian Values Scholarship

How to Apply: Write an essay of 500-750 words describing your journey with Christianity, your career aspirations and goals, and how the scholarship will help you achieve them.
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors, students completing a GED program, and current undergraduate or graduate students
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: May 30, 2026
Website: https://bold.org/scholarships/pastor-thomas-rorie-jr-christian-values-scholarship/- open in new window

There’s Space for Everyone Scholarship

How to Apply: Write an essay between 500 and 800 words on how you have exhibited a commitment to inclusion and strengthening your community through work, service, or other extra-curricular activities, and how your education will help you continue this commitment during college and beyond.
Eligibility: Open to incoming and current undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university during the Fall 2026 semester
Amount: $3,000 each to eight winners
Deadline: May 31, 2026
Website: https://www.extraspace.com/self-storage/scholarship- open in new window

Fifth Month Scholarship

How to Apply: Submit a written response of 250 words or less to the prompt: “May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important.”
Eligibility: Must be a legal U.S. resident 14 years of age or older
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 31, 2026
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship

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Top 41 Private Scholarship Opportunities for April 14th – 28th, 2026:

Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Did you know more than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving transplant? As a high school senior, you have the power to raise awareness about the importance of registering to be an organ, eye and tissue donor through the Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship Program. Applicants must write a persuasive essay and/or produce a video that educates, then motivates, an audience to become registered organ, eye and tissue donors. All essay and video entrants must be current high school seniors who (1) both reside and attend high school, or are home-schooled, in one of the following locations: The state of Maryland; Northern Virginia (in specific counties as well as the independent cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Manassas, and Manassas Park); and the District of Columbia; and (2) plan to attend a college, university or community college in the 2025 Fall semester. Different emails are used to submit the essay and video submissions. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship is supported by the SPE Foundation and awards an outstanding student who plans to enter a university and pursue an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering. The recipient will receive the scholarship for up to four years of university study. This is a merit-based scholarship. Recipients are typically in the top 3 percent in both class ranking and standardized test scores. Applicants must intend to enroll in a recognized university program according to their country or region. They must become an SPE member once eligible and comply with the sanction policy. Applicants must submit at least one recommendation and documentation for entry exams (if applicable). Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Legacy Awards:

Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The GCSAA Legacy Awards competition offers education aid to the children and grandchildren of GCSAA members. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited institution of higher learning, or for high school seniors, they must have been accepted at such an institution for the next academic year. Graduating high school seniors must include a letter of acceptance with the application. If the applicant is currently serving or has served in any branch of the military, they are eligible if they are enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours per every 9 weeks at an accredited institution of higher learning, technical school, or online program. Past winners are ineligible to apply the following year. They may reapply after a one-year hiatus. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic achievement, extracurricular and community involvement, leadership and outside employment. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact GCSAA for more information.

American Legion Department of Illinois Eagle Scout Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Boy Scout must be a senior in high school. They must epitomize the best in Scouting Spirit as evidenced by personal, scout, school and church records by affidavit. The application must be certified by Post, County, District, or Division Boy Scout Chairman. Applicants must provide the additional information requested on the attached Nominating Sheet. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $4,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force Scholarship Program may be awarded to unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty or retired members of the USAF, ANG or AFRC, no veteran and officer dependents. Applicants must be 12th year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsor. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. Applicants can provide additional information to show need or special consideration. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The AMF conducts scholarship programs to financially assist the undergraduate studies of eligible dependents of military personnel. Applicants may be unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty, retired or veteran members of USAF, ANG or AFRC. No officer dependents. Applicants may be 12th-year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsor. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

Air Force Sergeants Association Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,500
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Air Force Sergeants Association Scholarship Program may be awarded to unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty, retired or veteran military members, Joint Services, enlisted and Commissioned Officers. Applicants may be 12th-year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. The sponsor must be a member or AFSA/Auxiliary for at least one year prior to the cut-off date. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

The First Lieutenant Scott McClean Love Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The First Lieutenant Scott McClean Love Memorial Scholarship is awarded in his memory annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. Preference will be given to students who are majoring in the Fine Arts. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

The Captain Jennifer Shafer Odom Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Captain Jennifer Shafer Odom Memorial Scholarship is awarded in her memory annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

The Sergeant Andrew Edmund Topham Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Sergeant Andrew Edmund Topham Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. Preference will be given to students who are family members of veterans who served in either Afghanistan or Iraq as part of the Global War on Terrorism. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

Canadian Bates Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000 – $3,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The Canadian Bates Scholarship program is administered through Universities Canada, located in Ottawa, Ontario. The scholarship may be awarded for up to four consecutive years. To be considered for the 2025 Canadian Bates Scholarship, a student must be the child or stepchild of a Canadian BAC member in good standing of a Canadian BAC Local, and a graduating high school senior who plans to attend college in the fall of 2025. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarships:

Amount: $3,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The American Association of Blacks in Energy proudly supports the academic achievements of students who desire careers in the energy industry, by awarding scholarships to those students who meet the minimum scholarship qualifications. Six regional scholarships will be awarded at $3000 each; and one national scholarship will be awarded at $5000. The national scholarship will be awarded for up to 4 years. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who intend to enroll next semester in an accredited college or university pursuing a major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields (STEM). Though founded to address funding inequities in education resources for African Americans, AABE-administered scholarships are open to all ethnicities; the great majority of recipients are still African-American. It provides scholarships to students attending its member colleges as well as to those going elsewhere. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

AABE William Grant Pinkard Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,500 – $4,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is a professional organization of African Americans in the energy industry. Through its Scholarship Program, AABE seeks to help increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields. The William Grant Pinkard Scholarship was named after a member of the Kansas-Missouri Chapter of the AABE who best exemplified the organization’s purpose and goals. William Grant Pinkard, II was a dedicated and active member. Applicants must have, minimally, an overall “B” unweighted academic average (3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale); be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges/universities; plan to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics fields; and be a member of one of a class or group of individuals who has been historically underrepresented in the sciences, technology, engineering and math related disciplines. A William Grant Pinkard Scholar may renew the scholarship for a second year provided documentation that all scholarship guidelines and criteria have been sustained. Two letters of recommendation are required. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Logan Telephone Cooperative Educational Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: LTC Connect will again be awarding scholarships in 2025 to deserving high school senior students in the LTC Connect service area. Only students whose parents or guardians have membership in good standing with LTC Connect qualify for these scholarships. However, children of LTC Connect employees and directors are not eligible for consideration. Also, to qualify, students should already be accepted to the school of their choice. This is optional but students may submit a maximum of three letters of recommendation from their guidance counselor, principal, teachers, or others as part of their application for the scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Avi Raina Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: In his short span of life, Avinash “Avi” Raina, made an impact on people that usually takes a lifetime. To continue his legacy and passion, the Avi Raina Scholarship was established to benefit local high school seniors. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior in San Joaquin County. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in any major at an accredited college, university or community college. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, or school counselor. This scholarship is both merit and need-based preference, as demonstrated through strong academic performance (GPA), community service, extracurricular activities, ability to overcome hardships, and essay response. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

Stockton Student Athletes Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,500 – $6,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The Stockton Student Athletes Scholarship Fund was established to support students who will be playing on college sports teams. These are renewable scholarships, which means students could receive the scholarship for over four years. Applicants must be a high school senior at any school located in the City of Stockton. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in any major at an accredited college or university. Applicants must also plan to play collegiate level sports (in any sport). Applicants must provide a letter verifying they have been accepted to play sports at the college/university level and a current letter of recommendation from a coach or teacher at their high school. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

San Joaquin Society for Human Resource Management Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The San Joaquin Society for Human Resource Management Scholarship was established to support students who have an interest in becoming Human Resource professionals. Applicants must be a high school senior at any school in San Joaquin County. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or related major with an interest in pursuing a career in Human Resource Management. Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, or school counselor. They must also demonstrate significant volunteer experience in San Joaquin County. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

Robert G. Porter Scholars Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $8,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Robert G. Porter Scholars Program offers four 4-year, $8,000 post-secondary scholarships to students who are dependents of AFT members, as well as 10 one-time $1,000 grants to AFT members to assist with their continuing education and/or fund their proposed ideas to strengthen and grow their union. The scholarships will be awarded to accomplished high school students who show outstanding service to their community and an understanding of the role unions can play to create a more just society. The AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program for high school students is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicants must have at least one parent or legal guardian who is an AFT member. The AFT member whose child or legal dependent applies for a scholarship must be a member in good standing for at least one year. The scholarship award is paid out over a four- to six-year period, depending on the length of time the recipient will use to obtain a degree. The grants will be awarded to accomplished AFT members who seek to implement ideas for their union about the role union members can play in collectively reclaiming the promise of a more just society for all. The grant is open to any AFT member in good standing who has been a member for at least one year. AFT teachers, healthcare professionals, PSRPs, higher education faculty, early childhood educators and public employees are welcome to submit applications. Awards are based on the member’s ideas for reclaiming the promise of a just society for all as set out in an essay and implementation strategy. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Stephenson Rife Community Involvement Scholarship Award:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: Stephenson Rife is pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship for students entering their first year of a postsecondary institution at the beginning of the next academic year (August 2025). This scholarship is designed to encourage and reward dedication of an exemplary individual who is deeply involved in the Shelby County community that surrounds them. Scholarship applicants must submit a detailed report of their community service efforts during their high school careers. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or be authorized to work or attend school in the United States. They must currently attend a high school in Shelby County, IN: Triton Central High School; Shelbyville High School; Waldron Junior-Senior High School; Southwestern High School; and Morristown High School. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation Girls in Football Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation has established a scholarship program to assist female high school seniors participating in a form of football (touch, flag, tackle, etc.) who plan to continue their education in college. Applicants must plan to enroll in an undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. Past recipients may not reapply. Awards are for undergraduate study only. One online recommendation form must be submitted on the applicant’s behalf no later than April 21, 2025. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Garner Trust Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Garner Trust Scholarship is available to students that will attend an Arkansas college, university, or technical/trade school. It will not be transferable to an out of state institution of higher learning. Applicants must be children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of American Legionnaires in good standing of two or more consecutive years’ membership. Stepchildren of living Legionnaires may apply if their parent is currently married to the Legion member. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of deceased Legionnaires are also eligible. Applicants or Legionnaires must be a resident of Arkansas. Applicants must have received a high school diploma or the equivalent by the time this scholarship will be awarded or be a graduate of a two-year college from an Arkansas Institution. Applicants must provide one character reference in business letter format from an official of the student’s school, one letter of endorsement from an American Legion Post officer (local preferred), and one from an unrelated person belonging to none of the above. A certified copy of the student’s transcript along with ACT or SAT scores and class ranking is also required. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Beyond Scholars: Beyond Type 1 Scholarships:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
Description: Tuition, books, room and board, and school supplies are just a fraction of the monetary costs associated with attending college. If you’re a high-school senior living with diabetes, you already understand the concept of “financial costs.” That’s because people with diabetes incur annual medical expenditures approximately $12,022, which are 2.6 times higher than what would be expected without diabetes. Beyond Scholars is a scholarship program designed specifically for the diabetes community. Beyond Scholars offers scholarships for students living with diabetes as they pursue their educational dreams. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $7,500
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund is focused on helping economically-challenged Taiwanese American youth fulfill their dreams of obtaining higher education. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident Card), and a direct blood descendant of a Taiwanese citizen. Applicants must also be a high school senior or first-year college student residing in the United States, and plan to attend a university or college as a first- or second-year student in the Fall of 2026 in the United States. If selected, high school seniors must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must have a household income at or below the Federal/State/County Low Income Level. The scholarship is open to all majors. All awardees must submit a short YouTube video. Detailed instructions will be provided to awardees at a later time. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Royal Business Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Royal Business Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Scholarships are available for high school seniors planning to attend college as a full-time, degree-seeking student in the Fall of 2026. Students must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low-income level for the county of residence. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Royal Business Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Cathay Bank Foundation is committed to supporting youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low-income level for the county of residence. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors. Employees of Cathay Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Mega Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Mega Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax returns for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there are no ethnicity requirements. Employees of Mega Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Bank of the Sierra Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Bank of the Sierra (Member FDIC) is committed to supporting economically-challenged young adults residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low to moderate income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Bank of the Sierra and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Chao Family Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Chao Family Foundation believes every person has a right to reach their full potential. They aim to lift the road blocks and give them a fighting chance to work towards improving the lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. The Chao Family Foundation is pleased to award scholarships to high school seniors attending any UC or CSU school in Fall 2026. If selected, $4,000 will be awarded each year for up to four years with a minimum GPA requirement. Applicants must have a household income at or below the county low income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Preferred Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Preferred Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who reside in eligible counties in California, New York, New Jersey and Texas. Students must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must also have a household income at or below the low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Preferred Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

State Bank of India Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: State Bank of India (California) is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who reside in Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, and Alameda County (Cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City). They must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. They must have a household income at or below the low or moderate income level and must be able to show 2024 or 2025 tax return should the applicant be selected for award. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of State Bank of India (California) and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Open Bank Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Open Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be current high school seniors who reside in eligible counties in California, Nevada, and Texas. They must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must have a household income at or below the low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Open Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Honmyo Nguyen Family Trust Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
Description: The Honmyo Nguyen Family Trust Scholarship will be awarded to students residing in Santa Clara County who are planning to attend a four-year California public university and are committed to addressing the most challenging problems and improving the quality of life within the Silicon Valley. The scholarship was created in recognition of the game-changing nature of higher education and to recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need and leadership qualities as evidenced by school and community activities. Applicants must be a current graduating senior or graduate of public or private high school in Santa Clara County. They must be currently enrolled or planning to enroll at a four-year California public college (Cal State, Cal Poly) or university (UC). Applicants must submit a letter of reference, one letter from a teacher or academic advisor, a work or volunteer supervisor, a youth leader or personal acquaintance. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Utility Workers Union of America Scholarship Awards Program:

Amount: $2,000 – $10,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: The Utility Workers Union of America established a scholarship program in an effort to promote the solidarity of its members and encourage educational growth of the future generations of our labor organization. Applicants must be high school seniors who are the son or daughter of an active UWUA member. Students are eligible for entry into the scholarship drawing during the scholarship year that coincides with their graduation from high school. Recipients will receive the scholarship upon proof of acceptance and attendance at any university, college, or trade school, etc. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

AIANTA Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: AIANTA is proud to offer the Tourism & Hospitality Scholarship, which provides American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian students with financial assistance towards a degree or certificate in hospitality, tourism, recreation, culinary arts or related fields. Applicants must be a high school senior or a student accepted into an accredited higher education institution at the time of application. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is recommended, although all current or future undergraduate and graduate college students are encouraged to apply. Scholarship recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA. Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students only; online colleges are acceptable. Applicants must submit their Tribal Enrollment, Certificate of Indian Blood, or Tribal ID. Native Hawaiians may use their birth certificates as documentation for proof of Hawaiian ethnicity. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Alan R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars’ Scholarship will be awarded to students who have endured extreme life challenges, and have displayed the character and courage to overcome such obstacles. Students are able to re-apply after their first year for a maximum of two years. In order to qualify, applicants must be a high school senior graduating Spring 2025. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or faculty member who has been involved in their high school education or from a member of the community whom they have worked with. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact The Miami Foundation for more information.

Anthony Munoz Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $20,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: Developed through Anthony and his family’s passion to help deserving students reach their dream of attending a local college or university, the Foundation’s Scholarship Fund awards multiple scholarships to select Tri-State high school seniors. Students are interviewed and chosen based on their financial need, academic achievement, ability to overcome adversity and their ambition to succeed. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior. Applicants must attend a high school in the Tri-State region, defined as the counties of: (A) Kentucky: Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, (B) Indiana: Dearborn, Franklin, Ohio, Switzerland, Union, (C) Ohio: Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Montgomery, Preble, Warren. They must have a college freshman standing by fall of 2025 and be a student entering an accredited Tri-State college or university. Applicants must also demonstrate a desire and intent to overcome adversity, and fulfill a leadership role in the community. Aside from applying online, applications may also be submitted through mail or email. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

CentraState Associated Auxiliaries Scholarship Program:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The CentraState Associated Auxiliaries Scholarship Program will offer three scholarships each year to students and adults who live and volunteer in the CentraState service area. Two will be awarded to graduating high school seniors pursuing a career in the healthcare field. The third scholarship will be awarded to an adult returning to college to pursue a career in the healthcare field. High school seniors must submit high school transcripts; two original letters of recommendation, one being from their volunteer coordinator; and the essay. Adult applicants must submit their college transcripts, if available; their acceptance letter from their college or letter from their college confirming attendance in a healthcare course of study; two original letters of recommendation, one being from their volunteer coordinator; and the essay. The application may be submitted to Rita Sorger through email or to Mrs. Valerie Mac Phee through mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $3,000
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Judge Sidney M. Aronovitz Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to Miami-Dade County minority students planning to continue their education through the university level and pursue a career related to the legal field or social-justice issues. In order to qualify, applicants must be a minority high school senior graduating in Spring 2025 or a GED student no older than 19 years of age attending a Miami Dade County Public School. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation. The letter can be from a teacher or faculty member or a community leader, advisor, or mentor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact The Miami Foundation for more information.

Beulah Frey Environmental Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 25, 2026
Description: The Beulah Frey Environmental Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior applying to colleges or universities for the upcoming academic year to further their studies in environmentally-related fields. Graduating seniors from both private and public high schools within ASWP’s region are eligible to apply. This region includes Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Beaver, Fayette, Washington, and Westmoreland counties in southwestern Pennsylvania. Applicants must submit a personal statement and an essay. They must also submit a letter of recommendation from a person with whom the applicant has interacted in environmentally-related activities, and/or courses, and who can speak to the applicant’s initiative, dedication, and achievements. This should not be from a relative or friend. It should be from a teacher, mentor, supervisor, volunteer coordinator or other individual who can give an informed and objective assessment. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 28, 2026
Description: The Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship is not only the firm’s way to give back to exceptional students in the 2025-2026 school year, but also to stress the importance of higher education and students being able to follow their dream career path after high school. One of the winners will be an Arizona high school senior or college student, and the other will be an applicant from anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university/college upon completion. They must have earned, or will earn your high school diploma this calendar year. Applicants must also be a U.S. Citizen or hold Permanent Residency status. DACA recipients are welcome to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

The Husband & Wife Law Team Scholarship 2023:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 28, 2026
Description: For over two decades, The Husband & Wife Law Team has represented residents of the Phoenix area and throughout the state of Arizona. Scholarships will be awarded to Arizona high school seniors or college students, or to an applicant from anywhere in the United States. Applicants must be a high school senior on track to graduate or a college student enrolled in an accredited four-year university or college; or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year university or college upon completion. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

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4-H Youth In Action Awards
Sponsor: 4-H
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Award is open to 4-H members/recent alums who are between the ages of 15 and 19 years of age.

10 Words or Less Scholarship
Sponsor: StudentScholarship.org
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026. Applicant must share in 10 words or less why they deserve the scholarship.

UNCF STEM Scholars Program
Sponsor: UNCF
Amount: Up to $25,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who identify as African-American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, American Indian or Alaskan Native. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, and plan to study a STEM field in college, including Biological/life sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science/Engineering, Information Sciences, Engineering, or Mathematics. Applicant must have demonstrated financial and unmet need as measured by the student’s college or university.

Celebrate the West High School Art Competition
Sponsor: Western Governors’ Association
Amount: Up to $600
Closing Date: April 24, 2026
Description: Competition is open to high school students (grades 9-12) in public, private, charter, and alternative schools. Home-schooled students in that age group also may enter. Student must be in a school in a WGA member state: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Applicant must create original work inspired by their state or otherwise evocative of the West.

All Star Verified Scholarship
Sponsor: Verified Scholarships
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, graduate, adult students, and parents of high school and college students. Applicant must fill out a short form and answer the following question: “What is the best or worst part about finding or applying to scholarships?”

MoolahSPOT $1,000 Scholarship
Sponsor: MoolahSPOT
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 30, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students at least 16 years or older who plan to attend, or are currently attending, college or graduate school. Students may be of any nationality and reside in any country. Applicant must submit a short form and a short essay.

Humans of Dementia Scholarship
Sponsor: Hilarity for Charity (HFC)
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school and college students in the United States and Canada. Applicant must submit a written profile or photo essay featuring someone currently living with or who has passed away from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.

Ryan & Friends Scholarship
Sponsor: Purebred Swine Council | Illinois Pork Producers
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: May 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who will be enrolled in undergraduate studies during the upcoming fall semester. Applicant must be a resident of Illinois and a member of 4-H

Catholic College Scholarship
Sponsor: Catholic College Info
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: May 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students 13 years of age or older who plan on attending a Catholic college or university.

Christian Connector Scholarship
Sponsor: Christian Connector
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: May 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students with plans to enroll for the first time as a full-time student at a Christ-centered Christian college or Bible college within 16 months.

Protestant Faith Based College Scholarship Drawing
Sponsor: FaithBasedCollege
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: May 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship drawing is open to students 13 years of age or older who will request Faith Based college or university information, as well as those planning or considering attending a Faith Based college or university are eligible for the drawing.

$500 High School Junior Scholarship
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: June 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to legal residents of the United States or international students with a valid visa who are high school juniors in the Class of 2027.

Dermer Appel Ruder Scholarship
Sponsor: Dermer Appel Ruder, LLC
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: June 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students who will be pursuing undergraduate degrees in pre-law studies or students entering law school in the Fall 2026 semester. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic of their choice related to an area of law that interests them.

New York Life Golden Futures Scholarship
Sponsor: New York Life
Amount: Up to $20,000
Closing Date: June 1, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school students in the class of 2026 or 2027, who is a legal resident of the 50 United States of the District of Columbia. Applicant must complete the required number of levels of the New York Life Golden Futures game.

Huntington’s College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Sponsor: Huntington Learning Center
Amount: $4,000.00
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Description: Sweepstakes is open to high school students and their parents or guardians who are legal residents of the United States.

Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
Sponsor: Gen and Kelly Tanabe
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: July 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students in grades 9-12, college, or graduate school students who are legal U.S. residents. Applicant must submit an essay answering why they deserve the scholarship or their academic or career goals.

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Youth Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Nicodemus Wilderness Project
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 31, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to students between the ages of 13 and 21 who are candidates for a degree/diploma at a primary (middle school), secondary (high school), or accredited post-secondary educational institution from any country around the world. Applicant must conduct their own environmental stewardship project.

F.A. Davis Nursing Scholarships
Sponsor: F.A. Davis Company
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 12, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students in the United States and Canada who are enrolled in a Nursing program and have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Antonio Cirino Memorial Award
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $12,000
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents who are graduate students in arts education or in the arts with an intention to teach. Applicant must have the intent to teach at K-12, undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate level.

Black Philanthropy Bannister Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to African American/Black high school graduates and adult students who are Rhode Island residents and pursuing or advancing a career in healthcare at a post-secondary institution.

Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents who are low-income single parents (men or women). Preference will be given to parents currently or previously receiving state aid or those who have been previously incarcerated.

Frances L. Macartney Porter Fund
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $4,000
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents and students attending a Rhode Island institution of higher learn who are single parents. Preference will be given to individuals enrolled in trade school.

James J. Burns and C.A. Haynes Textile Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island students who are studying textiles at an accredited institution.

Lily and Catello Sorrentino Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students 25 years of age or older who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in a degree-conferring non-parochial institution in Rhode Island. Applicant must have financial need.

Patty & Melvin Alperin First Generation Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island high school seniors whose parents did not graduate from college (first generation college students). Applicant must demonstrate financial need.

Paula M. Rivard Memorial Fund
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to single Rhode Island women who are pursuing undergraduate higher education or job training beyond high school.

Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship
Sponsor: Rhode Island Foundation
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents who are graduating high school seniors with outstanding community service.

Candice’s Sickle Cell Fund Scholarship
Sponsor: Candice’s Sick Cell Fund, Inc.
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors with sickle cell disease who will be pursing higher education.

Hopson-Laurent Scholarship
Sponsor: The Dallas Foundation
Amount: At Least $1,000
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors at public or private high schools in Choctaw County, Oklahoma who plan to pursue studies in architecture, art, or forestry.

Mitchell/Tufts Scholarship
Sponsor: The Dallas Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current college students who are members or persons active in the life of a Presbyterian church in the Presbyterian Church USA (PCUSA) In North Central Texas, or in Los Angeles, California, and who are students of promise and can demonstrate financial need.

10 Words or Less Scholarship
Sponsor: StudentScholarship.org
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026. Applicant must share in 10 words or less why they deserve the scholarship.

ABPS Scholarships
Sponsor: American Baptist Home Mission Societies
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to incoming and current undergraduate, graduate and seminary students who hold active membership in an American Baptist church.

AFSA Scholarships and Grant Programs
Sponsor: Air Force Sergeants Association and Airmen Memorial Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are Air Force Dependent children pursuing undergraduate degrees.

Anne Lowe Scholarship
Sponsor: Christian Record Services for the Blind
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens who are currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student with at least a 2.0 GPA. Applicant must be legally blind.

Army Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: Army Scholarship Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to sons, daughters, or spouses of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing, OR sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicant must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or registered undergraduate student.

ASID Scholarships
Sponsor: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships is open to current undergraduate and graduate students who are studying interior design.

Bennett Clayton Foundation Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Bennett Clayton Foundation
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and undergraduates who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota who have been diagnosed as having Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI).

Bird Dog Foundation College Scholarship Essay Contest
Sponsor: The Bird Dog Foundation, inc.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are preparing to enter freshman year of college or university. Applicant must reside in Tennessee, Mississippi, or Arkansas and applicant must be a U.S. Citizen.

Charles Shelton Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: Charles Shelton Foundation
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to African American graduating high school seniors and current college students who have an interest in Veterinary Medicine.

CJ Pony Parts Scholarship Video Contest
Sponsor: CJ Pony Parts
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. residents who will be enrolled in post-secondary education in their next semester. Applicant must submit a video that is under three minutes on one of several given topics related to cars.

Death/Disability Scholarships
Sponsor: Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships are awarded children of members of Camden County’s public safety personnel who were killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty. The amount of this scholarship shall include books, required scholastic fees and a sum for tuition equal to the highest tuition charged by New Jersey State Colleges to be determined annually.

Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Dunkin’ Donuts
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students with at least a 3.0 GPA and residents of specific counties in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania (see website for details).

Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship
Sponsor: North Dakota Community Foundation
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students in North Dakota. Preference is given to, but not limited to, students studying water-related fields and students whose families have taken an active role in North Dakota’s water resources management.

EAF Undergraduate Scholarships
Sponsor: Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to full-time undergraduate students who are in their sophomore year or beyond. Applicant must demonstrate community service and involvement.

Education Reimbursement for Special Needs Families
Sponsor: The Mica Hammond Fund
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who have a rare or undiagnosed disease or students who are the immediate family of someone with a rare or undiagnosed disease.

Emily M. Hewitt Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Calaveras Big Trees Association
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full-time in an accredited California post-secondary educational institution whose educational career goal coincides in communicating and interpreting nature’s wonder. Applicant must be pursuing degrees in environmental protection, forestry, wildlife and fisheries biology, parks and recreation, park management, environmental law and public policy, environmental art, or California history.

FAMIP Scholarship
Sponsor: Making the Impossible Possible (MIPO)
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a two or four-year college in the fall. Applicant must be an immigrant or be a child of an immigrant. If selected, applicant must commit to doing 50 hours of community service with the organization within a year (New York metropolitan area).

Federal Circuit Bar Association’s Scholarship
Sponsor: Federal Circuit Bar Association
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students pursuing a juris doctor degree in any law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Applicant must have financial need.

Fleet Reserve Association Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Fleet Reserve Association (FRA)
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students who are affiliated with the USN, USMC or USCG through their own service or that of their spouse, parent, grandparent or great-grandparent. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a full-time student at an accredited college or university in the United States.

Freedom Alliance Scholarship
Sponsor: Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are under the age of 26. Applicant must be the dependent child of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has become permanently disabled or KIA as a result of an operational mission or training accident or a dependent child who has been classified as a POW or MIA.

GCSAA Legacy Awards
Sponsor: Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Foundation
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and enrolled students in a recognized undergraduate program in a major field related to turf management. At least one or more of the applicant’s parents or grandparents must be an active Class A, B, C, Equipment Management, A-Retired, B-Retired or AA member of GCSAA and/or IGCEMA for five or more consecutive years.

Gloria Barron Wilderness Society Scholarship
Sponsor: The Wilderness Society
Amount: $25,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students enrolled in an accredited graduate institution in North America who have academic and/or career goals focused on making a significant positive difference in the long-term protection of wilderness in the United States.

Jeanne L. Hammond Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Futurama Foundation
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to female Maine residents who will graduate or have graduated from high school and who will enroll in an accredited college or school for post-secondary education this year. Applicant must have demonstrated financial need. Primary consideration will be given to those with dedicated school and/or community involvement. Secondary preference will be given to those women seeking a journalism degree.

Lemieux Lovejoy Youth Scholarship
Sponsor: Futurama Foundation
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school senior girls and recent graduates who will enroll in an accredited college or training program in the fall for their first year of post-secondary study.

AMS Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Air & Waste Management Association: Allegheny Mountain Section
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate students currently enrolled or high school students accepted for full-time enrollment in a four-year college or university program in Western Pennsylvania or West Virginia, which will lead to a career in the environmental fields.

College Bound Scholarship
Sponsor: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Omicron Eta Omega Chapter, Ivy Foundation of St. Louis
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to African American graduating high school seniors from the St. Louis Metropolitan area who have at least a 2.5 GPA.

Distracted Driving Essay Program
Sponsor: Morris King & Hodge
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Alabama high school seniors and college freshmen enrolled in an Alabama college or university. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to distracted driving.

PFLAG Denver Scholarship
Sponsor: PFLAG Denver
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college freshmen and sophomores who have graduated from a Colorado high school and self-identify as LGBTQ+ or ally.

Prospanica Scholarship
Sponsor: Prospanica
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to United States citizens and legal residents who are of Hispanic/Latino heritage. Applicant must have a Prospanica membership and be enrolled or planning to enroll in a Master’s Degree or undergraduate program in an accredited university business school.

EMPOWER Scholarships
Sponsor: Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to ethnically diverse students who have been accepted to or enrolled in a post-high school program and planning to pursue a career in a medical or rehabilitation field. Applicant must be a resident of Minnesota or Western Wisconsin OR attending school in Minnesota or Western Wisconsin.

GWSCPA Scholarship Awards Program
Sponsor: The Greater Washington Society of CPAs
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to undergraduate and graduate students who are attending a college or university located within 25 miles of the White House. Applicant must be studying accounting and planning to sit for a CPA exam.

International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association Scholarship Program
Sponsor: IBTTA Foundation
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate college students who have completed at least two full semester of undergraduate coursework at the time of application and who are pursing a degree in one of the following fields: Civil Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Construction Management, Public Policy or Public Administration, Structural Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Business Management, Marketing, Communications, or Operations Management.

Douvas Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: The Douvas Memorial Scholarship honors the enduring legacy of Peter George Douvas, an immigrant from Greece renowned for his dedication to perseverance and support for education. Established to support students who embody these values, the scholarship seeks to recognize and assist those who exhibit exceptional commitment to both their academic and personal growth. By providing a scholarship, it aims to alleviate financial barriers and empower a Wyoming student who demonstrates significant need and a strong motivation to pursue higher education. Applicants must be a high school senior or between the ages of 18 and 22. Students must use the scholarship at one of the state’s seven community colleges or the University of Wyoming. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Walter J. Clore Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Description: The Walter J. Clore Scholarship was established in 1997 by the Washington Winegrowers Association in honor of Dr. Clore’s grape research and lifetime achievements in the fields of viticulture and enology. The scholarship is awarded each year to students studying viticulture, enology, and other wine-related studies. Students not yet enrolled in college may apply but preference will be given to undergraduate students. Students in a Certificate Program are also preferred but students pursuing an Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees may also apply. Preference will also be given to students who demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities related to their field of study and have work or volunteer experience in their field of study. Two letters of recommendation are required. The letters should provide the Scholarship Committee with insight into the applicant’s character, values, and unique attributes. If applicable, please provide a letter of acceptance into a wine or grape industry related degree program from the department director and a letter from the applicant’s parent’s employer. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Washington Wine Industry Foundation Fund Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000 – $10,000
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Description: The Washington Wine Industry Foundation Fund was established to provide scholarships for students studying viticulture, enology, wine business management at CWU or WSU, and V&E Graduate Degree in food sciences. Enrollment in Washington state college or university is not required if the applicant is graduating from Washington state high school. Students not yet enrolled in college may apply. Students in a Certificate Program are not allowed to apply. Overall high school GPA for freshman applicants must be 3.40; and the overall college GPA of other applicants must be 3.0. Applicants must also be a Washington resident for at least 1 year. Preference will be given to students with financial need. Preference will also be given to students who demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities related to their field of study and have work or volunteer experience in their field of study. Two letters of recommendation are required. The letters should provide the Scholarship Committee with insight into the applicant’s character, values, and unique attributes. If applicable, please provide a letter of acceptance into a wine or grape industry related degree program from the department director and a letter from the applicant’s parent’s employer. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

George & Susan Carter Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Description: The George & Susan Carter Scholarship was established in 2017 as an endowed fund in honor of Washington State University researcher and winemaker George Carter and his wife, Susan. The scholarship is awarded to one student for up to four years. This scholarship was established to assist students of limited means to attain associates, bachelors, and graduate-level degrees in viticulture and enology. Students not yet enrolled in college may apply, but students in a Certificate Program are not allowed to apply. Overall high school GPA of freshman applicants must be 3.40; and overall college GPA of other applicants must be 3.0. Applicants must also be a Washington resident for at least 1 year. Preference will be given to applicants with financial need. Preference will also be given to students who demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities related to their field of study and have work or volunteer experience in their field of study. Two letters of recommendation are required. The letters should provide the Scholarship Committee with insight into the applicant’s character, values, and unique attributes. If applicable, please provide a letter of acceptance into a wine or grape industry related degree program from the department director and a letter from the applicant’s parent’s employer. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

National Protein and Food Distributors Association Foundation Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Since 1979, the National Protein and Food Distributors Association Scholarship Foundation has awarded scholarships to students from NPFDA member families. To apply, the student must be an employee of a NPFDA Member Company, or the child or dependent of an employee of a NPFDA Member Company. They must be enrolled at a US-based college, university, or technical school, or be a high school senior. Graduate students are not eligible to apply. They must be pursuing a college degree. Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from an advisor or mentor who is not a family member. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

U.S. Bates Scholarship Program:

Amount: $5,000 – $20,000
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: BAC annually awards scholarships to students whose parents or step-parents are US BAC members. The scholarships may be awarded for up to four years. Applicants must be a senior in high school and planning to enter college in the fall of 2025, and be the child or stepchild of a US member in good standing of a US BAC Local. An independent selection committee will evaluate the Complete applications and select recipients considering academic achievements and records; extracurricular activities and work/internship experience; essay content; and community involvement and volunteerism. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation Award:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: The Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation Award will be given to a college-bound, African-American high school senior who is from or will graduate from a high school in Pennsylvania or Camden County, New Jersey. The scholarship was established to honor the memory of Craig D. Butler and support deserving high school seniors. CDB Scholarships, the sponsor of the scholarship, aims to provide financial aid to African-Americans pursuing higher education, especially to those who’ve experienced gun violence. To be eligible, applicants must be African-American residents of Pennsylvania or attend a Pennsylvania high school. Applicants residing in or attending school in Camden County, New Jersey are also eligible. Applicants must submit two statements of personal recommendations to support their application. They may be from an instructor or school official who is familiar with the applicant’s academic work, an adult (non-relative) who can write about the applicant’s community service work and/or give a personal character reference, and/or from a counselor, administrator, club sponsor, job coordinator, coach, or community leader. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: The Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship honors the late Agnes Jones Jackson who was a long-time NAACP member from the San Francisco branch. The Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship is one of many funding opportunities available to students through NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives. They offer scholarships to outstanding and qualified students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Applicants must be a member of the NAACP. They must be currently enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student. They must demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in any field or study. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Hubertus W. V. Willems Scholarship:

Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: The Hubertus W. V. Willems Scholarship is one of many funding opportunities available to students through NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives. They offer scholarships to outstanding and qualified students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Applicants must be a member of the NAACP. They must be currently enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student. They must demonstrate interest in pursuing a career in the field(s) of engineering, chemistry, physics, and/or mathematical sciences. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

James A. McCavitt and Annie LePors McCavitt Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: The James A. McCavitt and Annie LePors McCavitt Scholarship Fund is available to graduating high school seniors from the Tussey Mountain School District in Pennsylvania. Applicants must have a desire to contribute knowledge in service-oriented areas of study such as education, nursing, law enforcement, medical research or social work. Please contact Wendy Gates to be considered.

Inter-County Energy Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: Inter-County Energy is offering scholarships, in a program designed to enhance the education and future careers of deserving students. All interested students are invited and encouraged to apply. Applicants must be an actively enrolled senior in good standing from one of the eligible Inter-County Energy service counties and must be planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary educational or training institution of their choice. The applicant’s parents or legal guardian must be a resident of Inter-County Energy’s service area and a current member of the cooperative. The primary residence of the legal parent or guardian must be on the cooperative lines. Inter-County Energy employees or directors and their immediate families are not eligible for this scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and New York State Showpeople’s Association Annual Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $1,500
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: The NYSAAF and NYSSA offer an annual scholarship program which is available to students who currently are (or have previously been) active in a fair that is a member of the NYSAAF or the NYSSA and who plan to attend (or already attend) college in pursuit of a degree. The fair where the student has been active or the NYSSA must endorse their application and will submit it for them. Students who have been active in their local fairs and who intend to pursue or who are pursuing a degree are eligible to apply. Application is open to all applicants regardless of your field of study. However, additional consideration may be given to those applicants pursuing a degree in a field related to agriculture, fair management or the outdoor amusement business. All are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be in their senior year of high school in New York State or be already attending college and planning to pursue or already pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher learning. Students must submit their complete application by the second Friday in April. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

MBA Student Broadcaster Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association is committed to furthering the broadcast industry by helping Massachusetts’ best and brightest students pursue a career in broadcasting. Our association is committed to encouraging students who are interested in the radio and/or television industry to further their education in the field. Students interested in a career in over-the-air broadcasting are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. Students who have declared a communications-related major, and are in the process of enrolling, or are currently enrolled, at an accredited institution of higher learning are encouraged to apply. The selection process for scholarships will take into account such factors as financial need, academic merit, community service, extra-curricular activities and work experience. Highest priority will be given to students with the most limited financial resources. Applications may be submitted through email or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Patty and Melvin Alperin First Generation Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: The Patty and Melvin Alperin First Generation Scholarship will be awarded to students whose parents did not graduate from college, including community college or a college in a foreign country. Applicants must be Rhode Island high school seniors accepted or enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college. Past recipients can reapply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Rhode Island Foundation for more information.

Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $1,500
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: The Rhode Island Association of Former Legislators Scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who can demonstrate outstanding community service. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Rhode Island Foundation for more information.

Ocean State Media Scholarship:

Amount: $15,000
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Established by Rhode Island PBS in 2017, the Ocean State Media Scholarship offers awards to residents of the station’s demographic market area who demonstrate promise of a successful career in the fields of journalism and/or media. Awards will be awarded annually and are renewable for an additional three years. Applicants may be a resident of Rhode Island or Bristol County, Massachusetts. They must be a graduating high school senior planning to attend an accredited 4-year post-secondary school, or a student currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year post-secondary institution. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and how this scholarship will make a meaningful difference in their educational plans, and must exhibit merit toward a successful career in journalism and/or media. Current employees of Ocean State Media, their children, and other immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or professional who can attest to the applicant’s merit in pursuing a successful career in journalism and/or media, and a work sample, such as writing, video, audio, photography, or another creative example, and other supporting documents. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Rhode Island Foundation for more information.

Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Did you know more than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving transplant? As a high school senior, you have the power to raise awareness about the importance of registering to be an organ, eye and tissue donor through the Leslie A. Ebert Legacy of Life Scholarship Program. Applicants must write a persuasive essay and/or produce a video that educates, then motivates, an audience to become registered organ, eye and tissue donors. All essay and video entrants must be current high school seniors who (1) both reside and attend high school, or are home-schooled, in one of the following locations: The state of Maryland; Northern Virginia (in specific counties as well as the independent cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Manassas, and Manassas Park); and the District of Columbia; and (2) plan to attend a college, university or community college in the 2025 Fall semester. Different emails are used to submit the essay and video submissions. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship is supported by the SPE Foundation and awards an outstanding student who plans to enter a university and pursue an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering. The recipient will receive the scholarship for up to four years of university study. This is a merit-based scholarship. Recipients are typically in the top 3 percent in both class ranking and standardized test scores. Applicants must intend to enroll in a recognized university program according to their country or region. They must become an SPE member once eligible and comply with the sanction policy. Applicants must submit at least one recommendation and documentation for entry exams (if applicable). Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Golf Course Superintendents Association of America Legacy Awards:

Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The GCSAA Legacy Awards competition offers education aid to the children and grandchildren of GCSAA members. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited institution of higher learning, or for high school seniors, they must have been accepted at such an institution for the next academic year. Graduating high school seniors must include a letter of acceptance with the application. If the applicant is currently serving or has served in any branch of the military, they are eligible if they are enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours per every 9 weeks at an accredited institution of higher learning, technical school, or online program. Past winners are ineligible to apply the following year. They may reapply after a one-year hiatus. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic achievement, extracurricular and community involvement, leadership and outside employment. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact GCSAA for more information.

American Legion Department of Illinois Eagle Scout Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Boy Scout must be a senior in high school. They must epitomize the best in Scouting Spirit as evidenced by personal, scout, school and church records by affidavit. The application must be certified by Post, County, District, or Division Boy Scout Chairman. Applicants must provide the additional information requested on the attached Nominating Sheet. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $4,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force Scholarship Program may be awarded to unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty or retired members of the USAF, ANG or AFRC, no veteran and officer dependents. Applicants must be 12th year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsor. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. Applicants can provide additional information to show need or special consideration. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The AMF conducts scholarship programs to financially assist the undergraduate studies of eligible dependents of military personnel. Applicants may be unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty, retired or veteran members of USAF, ANG or AFRC. No officer dependents. Applicants may be 12th-year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. No membership requirements on the part of the applicant or sponsor. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

Air Force Sergeants Association Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,500
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Air Force Sergeants Association Scholarship Program may be awarded to unmarried children, adopted or stepchildren of active duty, retired or veteran military members, Joint Services, enlisted and Commissioned Officers. Applicants may be 12th-year high school students or college undergraduate students enrolled or accepted to an accredited college or university. The sponsor must be a member or AFSA/Auxiliary for at least one year prior to the cut-off date. Applicants must be dependent upon their parents or guardians for over one-half of their support. All applicants must submit a letter of recommendation. If the applicant is a high school graduate, the letter must be written by the school’s principal or a high school counselor. If the applicant is currently a college student, the letter must be written by a college professor, or if the applicant is a first-year college student, the letter may be written by the applicant’s high school principal. Applications may be submitted through online or mail. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Airmen Memorial Foundation/Air Force Sergeants Association for more information.

The First Lieutenant Scott McClean Love Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The First Lieutenant Scott McClean Love Memorial Scholarship is awarded in his memory annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. Preference will be given to students who are majoring in the Fine Arts. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

The Captain Jennifer Shafer Odom Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Captain Jennifer Shafer Odom Memorial Scholarship is awarded in her memory annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

The Sergeant Andrew Edmund Topham Memorial Scholarship:

Amount: $500 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: The Sergeant Andrew Edmund Topham Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually in perpetuity to a deserving student. Preference will be given to students who are family members of veterans who served in either Afghanistan or Iraq as part of the Global War on Terrorism. The Army Scholarship Foundation awards one-year financial scholarships on an annual basis to qualified and deserving students. Scholarship recipients may apply to renew their scholarships annually for a total of four years of higher education. Applicants must (A) be sons or daughters of regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; (B) or be spouses of serving enlisted regular active duty, active duty Reserve, or active duty National Guard U.S. Army members in good standing; or (C) be sons or daughters of former U.S. Army members who received an honorable discharge or medical discharge, or who were killed while serving in the U.S. Army. Applicants may be high school seniors, high school graduates, or registered as undergraduate students at an accredited college or post high school vocational/technical institution. They must not have reached their 24th birthday by the application deadline date in the year they apply if they are a child of an Army member. Applicants must also not have previously earned a bachelor’s degree from a college or university. Applicants must submit their, their parent’s or spouse’s proof of service. They may be a Statement of Good Service for active duty servicemembers or Form DD214 for veterans. Current college students with less than 30 credit hours must submit both high school and college transcripts. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Army Scholarship Foundation for more information.

Canadian Bates Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000 – $3,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The Canadian Bates Scholarship program is administered through Universities Canada, located in Ottawa, Ontario. The scholarship may be awarded for up to four consecutive years. To be considered for the 2025 Canadian Bates Scholarship, a student must be the child or stepchild of a Canadian BAC member in good standing of a Canadian BAC Local, and a graduating high school senior who plans to attend college in the fall of 2025. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarships:

Amount: $3,000 – $5,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The American Association of Blacks in Energy proudly supports the academic achievements of students who desire careers in the energy industry, by awarding scholarships to those students who meet the minimum scholarship qualifications. Six regional scholarships will be awarded at $3000 each; and one national scholarship will be awarded at $5000. The national scholarship will be awarded for up to 4 years. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who intend to enroll next semester in an accredited college or university pursuing a major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields (STEM). Though founded to address funding inequities in education resources for African Americans, AABE-administered scholarships are open to all ethnicities; the great majority of recipients are still African-American. It provides scholarships to students attending its member colleges as well as to those going elsewhere. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

AABE William Grant Pinkard Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,500 – $4,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is a professional organization of African Americans in the energy industry. Through its Scholarship Program, AABE seeks to help increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields. The William Grant Pinkard Scholarship was named after a member of the Kansas-Missouri Chapter of the AABE who best exemplified the organization’s purpose and goals. William Grant Pinkard, II was a dedicated and active member. Applicants must have, minimally, an overall “B” unweighted academic average (3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale); be a graduating high school senior who has applied to one or more accredited colleges/universities; plan to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics fields; and be a member of one of a class or group of individuals who has been historically underrepresented in the sciences, technology, engineering and math related disciplines. A William Grant Pinkard Scholar may renew the scholarship for a second year provided documentation that all scholarship guidelines and criteria have been sustained. Two letters of recommendation are required. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for more information.

Logan Telephone Cooperative Educational Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000 – $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: LTC Connect will again be awarding scholarships in 2025 to deserving high school senior students in the LTC Connect service area. Only students whose parents or guardians have membership in good standing with LTC Connect qualify for these scholarships. However, children of LTC Connect employees and directors are not eligible for consideration. Also, to qualify, students should already be accepted to the school of their choice. This is optional but students may submit a maximum of three letters of recommendation from their guidance counselor, principal, teachers, or others as part of their application for the scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Avi Raina Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: In his short span of life, Avinash “Avi” Raina, made an impact on people that usually takes a lifetime. To continue his legacy and passion, the Avi Raina Scholarship was established to benefit local high school seniors. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior in San Joaquin County. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in any major at an accredited college, university or community college. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, or school counselor. This scholarship is both merit and need-based preference, as demonstrated through strong academic performance (GPA), community service, extracurricular activities, ability to overcome hardships, and essay response. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

Stockton Student Athletes Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $1,500 – $6,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The Stockton Student Athletes Scholarship Fund was established to support students who will be playing on college sports teams. These are renewable scholarships, which means students could receive the scholarship for over four years. Applicants must be a high school senior at any school located in the City of Stockton. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in any major at an accredited college or university. Applicants must also plan to play collegiate level sports (in any sport). Applicants must provide a letter verifying they have been accepted to play sports at the college/university level and a current letter of recommendation from a coach or teacher at their high school. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

San Joaquin Society for Human Resource Management Scholarship:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: The San Joaquin Society for Human Resource Management Scholarship was established to support students who have an interest in becoming Human Resource professionals. Applicants must be a high school senior at any school in San Joaquin County. They must pursue an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or related major with an interest in pursuing a career in Human Resource Management. Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, or school counselor. They must also demonstrate significant volunteer experience in San Joaquin County. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the San Joaquin Community Foundation for more information.

Robert G. Porter Scholars Program:

Amount: $1,000 – $8,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Robert G. Porter Scholars Program offers four 4-year, $8,000 post-secondary scholarships to students who are dependents of AFT members, as well as 10 one-time $1,000 grants to AFT members to assist with their continuing education and/or fund their proposed ideas to strengthen and grow their union. The scholarships will be awarded to accomplished high school students who show outstanding service to their community and an understanding of the role unions can play to create a more just society. The AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program for high school students is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicants must have at least one parent or legal guardian who is an AFT member. The AFT member whose child or legal dependent applies for a scholarship must be a member in good standing for at least one year. The scholarship award is paid out over a four- to six-year period, depending on the length of time the recipient will use to obtain a degree. The grants will be awarded to accomplished AFT members who seek to implement ideas for their union about the role union members can play in collectively reclaiming the promise of a more just society for all. The grant is open to any AFT member in good standing who has been a member for at least one year. AFT teachers, healthcare professionals, PSRPs, higher education faculty, early childhood educators and public employees are welcome to submit applications. Awards are based on the member’s ideas for reclaiming the promise of a just society for all as set out in an essay and implementation strategy. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Stephenson Rife Community Involvement Scholarship Award:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: Stephenson Rife is pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship for students entering their first year of a postsecondary institution at the beginning of the next academic year (August 2025). This scholarship is designed to encourage and reward dedication of an exemplary individual who is deeply involved in the Shelby County community that surrounds them. Scholarship applicants must submit a detailed report of their community service efforts during their high school careers. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or be authorized to work or attend school in the United States. They must currently attend a high school in Shelby County, IN: Triton Central High School; Shelbyville High School; Waldron Junior-Senior High School; Southwestern High School; and Morristown High School. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation Girls in Football Scholarship:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Foundation has established a scholarship program to assist female high school seniors participating in a form of football (touch, flag, tackle, etc.) who plan to continue their education in college. Applicants must plan to enroll in an undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. Past recipients may not reapply. Awards are for undergraduate study only. One online recommendation form must be submitted on the applicant’s behalf no later than April 21, 2025. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Garner Trust Scholarship:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 18, 2026
Description: The Garner Trust Scholarship is available to students that will attend an Arkansas college, university, or technical/trade school. It will not be transferable to an out of state institution of higher learning. Applicants must be children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of American Legionnaires in good standing of two or more consecutive years’ membership. Stepchildren of living Legionnaires may apply if their parent is currently married to the Legion member. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of deceased Legionnaires are also eligible. Applicants or Legionnaires must be a resident of Arkansas. Applicants must have received a high school diploma or the equivalent by the time this scholarship will be awarded or be a graduate of a two-year college from an Arkansas Institution. Applicants must provide one character reference in business letter format from an official of the student’s school, one letter of endorsement from an American Legion Post officer (local preferred), and one from an unrelated person belonging to none of the above. A certified copy of the student’s transcript along with ACT or SAT scores and class ranking is also required. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Beyond Scholars: Beyond Type 1 Scholarships:

Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: April 19, 2026
Description: Tuition, books, room and board, and school supplies are just a fraction of the monetary costs associated with attending college. If you’re a high-school senior living with diabetes, you already understand the concept of “financial costs.” That’s because people with diabetes incur annual medical expenditures approximately $12,022, which are 2.6 times higher than what would be expected without diabetes. Beyond Scholars is a scholarship program designed specifically for the diabetes community. Beyond Scholars offers scholarships for students living with diabetes as they pursue their educational dreams. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund:

Amount: $7,500
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund is focused on helping economically-challenged Taiwanese American youth fulfill their dreams of obtaining higher education. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident Card), and a direct blood descendant of a Taiwanese citizen. Applicants must also be a high school senior or first-year college student residing in the United States, and plan to attend a university or college as a first- or second-year student in the Fall of 2026 in the United States. If selected, high school seniors must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must have a household income at or below the Federal/State/County Low Income Level. The scholarship is open to all majors. All awardees must submit a short YouTube video. Detailed instructions will be provided to awardees at a later time. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Royal Business Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Royal Business Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Scholarships are available for high school seniors planning to attend college as a full-time, degree-seeking student in the Fall of 2026. Students must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low-income level for the county of residence. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Royal Business Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Cathay Bank Foundation is committed to supporting youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low-income level for the county of residence. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors. Employees of Cathay Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Mega Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Mega Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax returns for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there are no ethnicity requirements. Employees of Mega Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Bank of the Sierra Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Bank of the Sierra (Member FDIC) is committed to supporting economically-challenged young adults residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, they must provide a college acceptance letter for verification. Students must have a household income at or below the low to moderate income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Bank of the Sierra and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Chao Family Foundation Scholarship Program:

Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: The Chao Family Foundation believes every person has a right to reach their full potential. They aim to lift the road blocks and give them a fighting chance to work towards improving the lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. The Chao Family Foundation is pleased to award scholarships to high school seniors attending any UC or CSU school in Fall 2026. If selected, $4,000 will be awarded each year for up to four years with a minimum GPA requirement. Applicants must have a household income at or below the county low income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Preferred Bank Scholarship Program:

Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Preferred Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who reside in eligible counties in California, New York, New Jersey and Texas. Students must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must also have a household income at or below the low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Preferred Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

State Bank of India Scholarship Program:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: State Bank of India (California) is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be high school seniors who reside in Santa Clara County, Fresno County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, and Alameda County (Cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City). They must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. They must have a household income at or below the low or moderate income level and must be able to show 2024 or 2025 tax return should the applicant be selected for award. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of State Bank of India (California) and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Open Bank Scholarship:

Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: April 20, 2026
Description: Open Bank is committed to supporting economically-challenged youth residing in its business service territories to fulfill their dreams of obtaining a higher education. Applicants must be current high school seniors who reside in eligible counties in California, Nevada, and Texas. They must plan to attend a U.S.-accredited four-year college/university or a community college as a first-year student in the Fall of 2026. If selected, students must submit a college acceptance letter for verification. Applicants must have a household income at or below the low-income level. If selected, they must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification. The scholarship is open to all majors and there is no ethnicity requirement. Employees of Open Bank and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Asian Pacific Community Fund for more information.

Advancement of Animal Law Scholarships
Sponsor: Animal Legal Defense Fund
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current 1Ls and 2Ls law students (or 3Ls in a four-year program) who are a member of an active SALDF chapter and demonstrate outstanding commitment to animal law.

Albemarle Community Scholarship
Sponsor: Albemarie Corporation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in Cleveland County, North Carolina who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs. Applicant must be planning to study a STEM major (medical majors are not eligible).

J. Neel Reid Prize
Sponsor: The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation
Amount: Up to $4,000
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Description: Award is open to architecture students, architect interns, and recently registered architects to study architecture anywhere in the world.

MPhA Scholarships
Sponsor: Maryland Pharmacists Association (MPhA)
Amount: $1,500.00
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Maryland residents who are in a good academic and disciplinary standing in a School of Pharmacy within the state of Maryland.

Athene Game Changer Scholarship
Sponsor: Athene Charitable Foundation
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who are Iowa residents and plan to continue their undergraduate study in Iowa.

BMO Capital Markets Lime Connect Equity Through Education Scholarship
Sponsor: Lime Connect, Inc.
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students in the United States and Canada. Applicant must be pursuing a degree in business/commerce, computer science, engineering, math, physics, statistics or a related disciplined and must be interested in a career in Financial Services with a focus on Capital Markets preferred.

CAA Youth Scholarship
Sponsor: California Alarm Association (CAA)
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in California who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the fall. Applicant’s parent must be a full-time paid, active duty law enforcement officer, firefighter, paramedic, or EMT (public sector).

ESA Scholarships for Children of First Responders
Sponsor: Electronic Security Association (ESA)
Amount: Up to $7,500
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have a father, mother, or natural guardian who is a first responder. This scholarship is not for students in CA, CO, MS, NJ, NV, NY, WA, or WI (there are other deadlines for those states).

ESA Scholarships for Children of First Responders – New Jersey
Sponsor: New Jersey Electronic Security Association
Amount: Up to $1,500
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in New Jersey who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the fall. Applicant’s parent must be a full-time paid, active duty law enforcement officer, firefighter, paramedic, or EMT (public sector).

ESA Scholarships for Children of First Responders – Washington
Sponsor: Security, Integration & Life Safety Association of NW
Amount: $2,500.00
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in Washington who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university in the fall. Applicant’s parent must be a full-time paid, active duty law enforcement officer, firefighter, paramedic, or EMT (public sector).

Ike Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: The Ike Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who will be pursuing full-time enrollment in a two-year or four-year college or university in the United States. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, demonstrated volunteer commitment (preferably in the fishing or conservation world), and a personal statement on how fishing has impacted your life and prepared you for college.

TCAA Scholarships
Sponsor: Tile Contractors’ Association of America
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Description: Scholarships are open to current college students enrolled in a CIDA-accredited university working toward a professional degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture OR high school seniors and current college students who are a sibling, child, or grandchild of a current full-time employee of a TCAA contractor member meeting the standards for good standing with the Association.

O’Brien-VRBA Scholarship Trust Program
Sponsor: PNC Bank, N.A.
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current junior and senior undergraduate students, as well as graduate students who resided in rural Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin, or Michigan (Rural, as defined by the U.S. Bureau of Census, is a town or city with a population of less than 2,500 residents). Applicants of the Catholic faith will be given special consideration.

BEF General Academic Scholarships
Sponsor: Boomer Esiason Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students with cystic fibrosis who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.

CRPS Awareness Scholarship
Sponsor: Fight the Flame
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).

Desk and Derrick Educational Trust Scholarship
Sponsor: Desk and Derrick Educational Trust
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to currently enrolled undergraduate students with at least a 3.2 GPA and who plan on having a career in petroleum, energy, or allied industry, or research and development of alternative fuels such as coal, electric, solar, wind hydroelectric, nuclear, and ethanol.

E. Renee Posey, Ed.D. Award of Excellence
Sponsor: Rdevia
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who will be attending a HBCU in the next academic year.

First Year Scholarship
Sponsor: Italian Catholic Federation
Amount: $400.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent and live within the Roman Catholic Dioceses of California, Illinois, and Nevada. Applicant must be majoring in Italian Studies.

My 2 Sons: John|Sean Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Giving God the Glory Ministries (GGG Ministries)
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to minority high school seniors who are residents of Chicago or surrounding suburbs. Applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA.

NPFDA Scholarship
Sponsor: National Poultry & Food Distributors Association (NPFDA)
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to employees of a NPFDA Member Company or children of employees who are graduating high school seniors or current college students. Applicant must submit an essay describing their goals and aspirations.

Wells Fargo Veterans Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Wells Fargo
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 10, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to individuals who are honorably discharged veterans or spouses of disabled veterans who have served in the United States military, including the Reserves and National Guard. Applicant must be a high school or GED graduate who plans to enroll or students who are already enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate (first Master’s degree) study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.

Dr. Joseph Graham Fellowship for College Pro-Life Leaders
Sponsor: Right to Life Texas
Amount: Up to $8,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate Texas students who are passionate leaders and a pro-life college student.

4-H Youth In Action Awards
Sponsor: 4-H
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Award is open to 4-H members/recent alums who are between the ages of 15 and 19 years of age.

Bryant X. Phelps Endowed Scholarship
Sponsor: UNCF
Amount: Up to $4,400
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Black/African American students in the state of Texas who have at least a 2.7 GPA. Preference given to students attending Morehouse College, Clark Atlanta University, Spelman College, Huston-Tillotson University, Prairie View A&M University, and Texas Tech University.

Charles W. Frees, Jr. Scholarship
Sponsor: Charles W. Frees, Jr. Scholarship Fund
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to male high school seniors and graduates from the Greater St. Louis area who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational school.

Stonewater Roofing Scholarship
Sponsor: Stonewater Roofing
Amount: $2,500.00
Closing Date: April 13, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who live in Stonewater Roofing’s service areas (Texas areas of DFW, Austin, Texarkana, Tyler, and Nacogdoches and Shreveport, Louisiana). Applicant must submit a short video telling about themselves.

AlixPartners/UNCF Scholarship
Sponsor: AlixPartners
Amount: Up to $4,500
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to African American/Black college juniors (in the upcoming academic year) with at least a 3.0 GPA and have a declared major in accounting, analytics, business, engineering, finance, math, or technology.

Stuart A. Robertson Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: The Actuarial Foundation
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to full-time students entering as a sophomore, junior or senior at a U.S. accredited education institution. Applicant must have successfully completed two actuarial exams.

Washington Wine Industry Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: Washington Wine Industry Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students attending Washington colleges who are pursuing studies in viticulture, enology, and other wine-related studies.

Anne Sullivan Bezdek Legacy Scholarship
Sponsor: Anne Sullivan Bezdek Family
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are residents of the St. Louis Metropolitan area and are currently in foster care, have been adopted out of foster care after the age of 14, or have aged out of foster care. Preference will be given to students who identify as women or as members of the LGBTQIA community.

Commonwealth Credit Union Scholarship
Sponsor: Commonwealth Credit Union
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have a primary membership account at Commonwealth CU (Kentucky).

Competitive Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Fairfield County’s Community Foundation
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Fairfield County, Connecticut. Applicant must have at least a 2.7 GPA and demonstrate financial need.

Curt Smith Sporting Goods Scholarship
Sponsor: Curt Smith Sporting Goods
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from the St. Louis Metropolitan area who have played high school sports.

Enlisted Prize Essay Contest
Sponsor: U.S. Naval Institute | Textron Systems
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Contest is open to enlisted personnel – active duty, reserve and retired-from any nation’s sea services. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic that makes the naval profession stronger.

Equipment Leases Inc. College Scholarships
Sponsor: Equipment Leases
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled or have been accepted to enroll in an accredited college or university in the U.S. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing almost every business on the planet. AI can be used for good, and for other purposes that are not so good. What are your thoughts about our future in a world where it’s hard to know if something is real or not?”

LeBlanc/Baker Scholarship for Change
Sponsor: Jeffrey Baker | Monte Family | UNCF
Amount: $4,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to African American males who are graduating high school seniors and planning to attend an accredited four-year HBCU in the fall. Preference will be given to District of Columbia Public School students.

Public Safety Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor: Firehouse Subs
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who plan to enroll in a part-time or full-time firefighter, law enforcement, or emergency medical (paramedic or EMT) program at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S. for the entire upcoming academic year and plan to pursue a career as a first responder (firefighter, police officer, paramedic or EMT).

Scholarship America Essential Visionaries Scholarship
Sponsor: Essential Visionaries Scholarship Fund
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who will be pursuing a degree or certificate with a major in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or Pre-Nursing/Nursing.

Scholarship America Veteran Scholarship for Educators
Sponsor: Scholarship America
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to current and incoming students who have served in the United States military, to include the Reserves, National Guard and Coast Guard and is an honorably discharged veteran, no longer drilling or serving by July 2026.

UNCF STEM Scholars Program
Sponsor: UNCF
Amount: Up to $25,000
Closing Date: April 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who identify as African-American, Hispanic American, Asian Pacific Islander American, American Indian or Alaskan Native. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0, and plan to study a STEM field in college, including Biological/life sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science/Engineering, Information Sciences, Engineering, or Mathematics. Applicant must have demonstrated financial and unmet need as measured by the student’s college or university.

Purina Animal Nutrition Scholarship
Sponsor: Land O’Lakes, Inc.
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 16, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who have experience showing or caring for large/small livestock animals, equine, or poultry (not house pets).

Carl Tapp Technician Scholarship
Sponsor: Arkansas Association Trucking
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to Arkansas high school seniors. Applicant must be planning to enter a two semester diesel program from a school in the state of Arkansas.

Education Scholarship for Wisconsin Sickle Cell Patients
Sponsor: Scholarship America
Amount: $3,000.00
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who are residents of Wisconsin and have been diagnosed by a physician with Sickle Cell Disease.

Henry O. Peabody Scholarship
Sponsor: Scholarship America
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: April 17, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to women attempting to acquire an independent livelihood who are graduating high school seniors, undergraduates, or women seeking to return to school. Applicant must be a resident of Norfolk County, MA or the towns of Brockton, or Mansfield in Massachusetts.

The Louella W. Norfleet Memorial Scholarship Fund is proud to announce that its 2026 application portal is now open.

Established in 1996 as a 501(c)(3) organization, the Fund honors the legacy of Louella W. Norfleet — an educator and principal who dedicated more than 46 years of her life to advocating for students in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. Her work in building Willow Grove Elementary School and her tireless service to her community earned her recognition from local leaders, state officials, and President Lyndon Johnson. The Fund carries forward her belief that investing in young people builds stronger communities.

This year, four scholarships are available:

Louella W. Norfleet Memorial Scholarship — Open to high school seniors preparing to enter college. Any field of study is welcome.

Ernest D. Bryant Scholarship — For high school seniors entering an engineering program, and for current college students majoring in engineering.

FGLS Environmental Scholarship — For high school students entering an environmental science program, and for college students currently pursuing a degree in environmental science.

Deborah I. Walsh Scholarship — For high school students entering the field of education, and for college students majoring in education.

Eligibility: All applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Both high school seniors and current college students are encouraged to apply across all four programs.

Apply now at lwnorfleet.org/apply

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High school students:

Cnect Scholarship: A $5,000 award for eligible individuals pursuing higher education in fields that emphasize digital transformation, emerging technology, and innovative problem-solving. Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Be enrolled or accepted into an accredited U.S. college, university, or vocational school. Demonstrate financial need and/or academic excellence. Show a commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to create meaningful change. Submit a complete application through the Cnect platform by the deadline. Applications are due May 1st.

Science Go Seek: Uncover the hidden STEM “magic” behind your favorite hobbies and interests like sports, video games, fashion, nature and more. Choose a topic that interests you and find a way that science, technology, engineering, or math explain how it works. Make and upload a 30-60 second video to apply for this $2,500 scholarship. PLUS if you get your classroom involved, you can earn a $3,000 STEM grant for your school. This scholarship opportunity from DoSomething is open to US citizens and residents between 13-25 years old. Due April 30, 2024.

The NAACP ACT-SO Program: for high school students who have excelled in the arts (performing & visual), STEM, business, culinary or humanities (such as poetry, essays, music composition, etc) view all categories to compete in here. Deadline in mid-April. Those who win nationally receive partial scholarships (which can range from $1,000 to $10,000, depending on donations that year. See an example here when Lupita N’yongo awarded students). This opportunity is open to both Black students & non-Black students. Some students even get scouted and offered admission to schools, internships, or scholarships from those judging (When I was there someone got a full scholarship from NASA). You can attend various niche-related workshops (when I attended, Disney was sponsoring) and hear from speakers/celebrities. Check with your local district (scroll down on the page where it says: active ACT-SO branches and select your state/region contact to request more info) You must first compete locally so as to advance nationally. (I competed in this in 2017 at the national level for poetry performance with an all-expenses-paid trip to Baltimore, and later in 2022 spoke and taught as an alum my scholarship masterclass.)

The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award: for classical instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers (ages 8–18) who are full-time elementary, middle, or high school students, and have not yet entered college. High School seniors must apply by November 15 in order to be considered for the award before graduation. Up to $10,000 to apply toward instrument purchases, summer camp tuition, college audition travel expenses, private lessons, or other music-related needs.

High School Senior Scholarship: open to full-time students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate engineering or engineering technology program recognized by ASHRAE. Separate scholarships are due in December for undergraduate students.

Shawn Carter (Jay-Z) Scholarship: open to high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (two-year or four-year) college students, and students at trade or vocational schools. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents, 25 years of age or younger, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors, graduate (or GED equivalent), or current undergraduate students planning to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. vocational-technical school, trade school, two-year college or state college. Applicant must be pursuing an associate degree, credit-bearing certificate or an industry-recognized credential in one of the following areas of study: Computer & Information Sciences, Engineering, Engineering, Technologies, Mechanic & Repair Technologies, or Precision Production.

CBC Foundation Scholarships: various separate scholarships open to Black students in high school, undergraduate, and graduate school. Amounts may vary from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the award.

Bowties and Books Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year college/university. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, hold permanent residency or be a DACA recipient. Applicants must submit an essay on why they are attending the college they are/will be attending.

JMJ Phillip Group College Scholarships: open to graduating high school seniors who will be majoring in STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math). Various deadlines in; January, April, July & October on the 1st of each month.

Sifford HBCU Scholarship: is given annually to help cover college tuition for students who attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Sifford Scholars is proud to offer financial assistance to graduating high school seniors and continuing undergraduate students with a financial need, attending an HBCU. Five or more scholarships shall be awarded. These scholarships are available to all eligible students with declared or undeclared majors. Selected scholarship recipients will receive a one-year scholarship of $2,500. They also have a separate scholarship for Golf Management majors (any high school senior or undergraduate student can apply). Learn more about the foundation here.

Susanna DeLaurentis Memorial Scholarships: Open to ​​high school seniors with superior academic and extracurricular achievements who contend with a chronic disease or another serious challenge to physical or mental health.

SETC Scholarships: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students attending school in the 10-state region of SETC (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia). Applicant must be studying or planning to study theater or a closely related field.

Homelight Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are studying in fields related to home design (Architecture, Interior Design), Home Building (Construction, Urban Planning), Housing and Economic Studies (Sociology, Economics), and other related fields.

League Foundation scholarships: open to graduating high school seniors who identify as LGBTQ+

Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship: open to students with learning disabilities who are graduating high school seniors and will be attending a two-year community college, a vocational/technical training program, or specialized program for students with learning disabilities.

Futurama foundation: has various scholarships for women who are high school seniors, for current college students, and for women 30-year-old or older.

Maureen Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering: high school senior who is a member of an underrepresented ethnic minority (African-American, Hispanic, or Native American) who has been accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a four-year college or university.

The Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship: open to high school seniors, college freshman, and students transferring who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, full-time at a four-year college or university. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, financial need, and a commitment to public service.

The Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship: open to high school seniors, college freshman, and students transferring who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, full-time at a four-year college or university. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, financial need, and a commitment to public service.

Secular Student Alliance: Various scholarships for non-religious students. More seen here.

Undergraduate students:

Cnect Scholarship: A $5,000 award for eligible individuals pursuing higher education in fields that emphasize digital transformation, emerging technology, and innovative problem-solving. Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Be enrolled or accepted into an accredited U.S. college, university, or vocational school. Demonstrate financial need and/or academic excellence. Show a commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to create meaningful change. Submit a complete application through the Cnect platform by the deadline. Applications are due May 1st.

Science Go Seek: Uncover the hidden STEM “magic” behind your favorite hobbies and interests like sports, video games, fashion, nature and more. Choose a topic that interests you and find a way that science, technology, engineering, or math explain how it works. Make and upload a 30-60 second video to apply for this $2,500 scholarship. PLUS if you get your classroom involved, you can earn a $3,000 STEM grant for your school. This scholarship opportunity from DoSomething is open to US citizens and residents between 13-25 years old. Due April 30, 2024.

NSBE Scholarships: Many scholarships for Black engineering students. Also look at their internship database.

Alpha Kappa Alpha scholarships: Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (”B” average). Demonstrate community service and involvement. Offers separate scholarships for both merit and financial need. There are also the “launch” and “thrive” categories to apply for as well. These require a minimum of 2.5 GPA. (I personally won this one and had several students win as well).

The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund aids people active in movements for social and economic justice. The maximum grant available is $15,000 per year. Also open to those in a technical or trade program.

HACU Scholarships: Students must currently attend a HACU-member college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made. For students transferring institutions, the institution must also be HACU-member to be eligible to apply. For the most up-to-date listing of HACU-member institutions, please click here.

Futurama foundation: has various scholarships for women who are high school seniors, for current college students, and for women 30-year-old or older.

College Freshmen Scholarship: open to full-time college freshmen students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate engineering or engineering technology program recognized by ASHRAE. Separate scholarships are due in December for undergraduate students.

Shawn Carter (Jay-Z) Scholarship: open to high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (two-year or four-year) college students, and students at trade or vocational schools. Applicants must also be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents, 25 years of age or younger, and have a minimum GPA of 2.0.

CBC Foundation Scholarships: various separate scholarships open to Black students in high school, undergraduate, and graduate school. Amounts may vary from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the award. (I personally won this one and had several students win as well).

CVS Health Foundation Health Care Careers Scholarship: open to rising college juniors who are Black or Latinx. Applicant must have an interest in pursuing a career in the health care sector.

Women in Leadership Scholarship: open to female students who are enrolled in her junior, senior year, or graduate program at an accredited college or university & applicants must have a declared major in civil, chemical, or environmental engineering / sciences.

Sifford HBCU Scholarship: is given annually to help cover college tuition for students who attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Sifford Scholars is proud to offer financial assistance to graduating high school seniors and continuing undergraduate students with a financial need, attending an HBCU. Five or more scholarships shall be awarded. These scholarships are available to all eligible students with declared or undeclared majors. Selected scholarship recipients will receive a one-year scholarship of $2,500. They also have a separate scholarship for Golf Management majors (any high school senior or undergraduate student can apply). Learn more about the foundation here.

Bowties and Books Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year college/university. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, hold permanent residency or be a DACA recipient. Applicants must submit an essay on why they are attending the college they are/will be attending.

SETC Scholarships: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students attending school in the 10-state region of SETC (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia). Applicant must be studying or planning to study theater or a closely related field.

International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association Scholarship Program: open to current undergraduate college students who have completed at least two full semester of undergraduate coursework at the time of application and who are pursing a degree in one of the following fields: Civil Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Construction Management, Public Policy or Public Administration, Structural Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Business Management, Marketing, Communications, or Operations Management.

ASID Scholarships: open to current undergraduate/graduate students studying interior design.

Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship: open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and students in the U.S. on a student visa. Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate student who has applied to or been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by their college or university. Applicants must submit an essay on what they would like to learn from other cultures.

Homelight Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are studying in fields related to home design (Architecture, Interior Design), Home Building (Construction, Urban Planning), Housing and Economic Studies (Sociology, Economics), and other related fields.

Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors, graduate (or GED equivalent), or current undergraduate students planning to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. vocational-technical school, trade school, two-year college or state college. Applicant must be pursuing an associate degree, credit-bearing certificate or an industry-recognized credential in one of the following areas of study: Computer & Information Sciences, Engineering, Engineering, Technologies, Mechanic & Repair Technologies, or Precision Production.

The Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship: open to high school seniors, college freshman, and students transferring who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, full-time at a four-year college or university. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, financial need, and a commitment to public service.

CEA Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants: for those who want to study abroad, consider applying for the programs, scholarships, and grants CEA offers. Various deadlines in; November, February, March, April & June.

Secular Student Alliance: Various scholarships for non-religious students. More seen here.

Single Parent Scholarship: open to U.S. residents who are 18 years of age and have legal and physical custody of one or more minor child. Applicant must also be enrolled full-time at an accredited college and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Various deadlines in December, April, & August.

Graduate students:

Cnect Scholarship: A $5,000 award for eligible individuals pursuing higher education in fields that emphasize digital transformation, emerging technology, and innovative problem-solving. Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Be enrolled or accepted into an accredited U.S. college, university, or vocational school. Demonstrate financial need and/or academic excellence. Show a commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to create meaningful change. Submit a complete application through the Cnect platform by the deadline. Applications are due May 1st.

Science Go Seek: Uncover the hidden STEM “magic” behind your favorite hobbies and interests like sports, video games, fashion, nature and more. Choose a topic that interests you and find a way that science, technology, engineering, or math explain how it works. Make and upload a 30-60 second video to apply for this $2,500 scholarship. PLUS if you get your classroom involved, you can earn a $3,000 STEM grant for your school. This scholarship opportunity from DoSomething is open to US citizens and residents between 13-25 years old. Due April 30, 2024.

NSBE Scholarships: Many scholarships for Black engineering students. Also look at their internship database.

The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund aids people active in movements for social and economic justice. The maximum grant available is $15,000 per year. Also open to those in a technical or trade program.

CBC Foundation Scholarships: various separate scholarships open to Black students in high school, undergraduate, and graduate school. Amounts may vary from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the award.

ASID Scholarships: open to current undergraduate and graduate students who are studying interior design.

HACU Scholarships: Students must currently attend a HACU-member college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico at the time applications are completed and scholarship awards are made. For students transferring institutions, the institution must also be HACU-member to be eligible to apply. For the most up-to-date listing of HACU-member institutions, please click here.

Futurama foundation: has various scholarships for women who are high school seniors, for current college students, and for women 30-year-old or older.

Women in Leadership Scholarship: open to female students who are enrolled in her junior, senior year, or graduate program at an accredited college or university & applicants must have a declared major in civil, chemical, or environmental engineering / sciences.

SETC Scholarships: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students attending school in the 10-state region of SETC (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia). Applicant must be studying or planning to study theater or a closely related field.

Secular Student Alliance: Various scholarships for non-religious students. More seen here.

International students:

Monthly Scholarships for International Students MPOWER: On the first day of each month, check out their page to find out the scholarship theme for the month. Each monthly contest ends on the last day of the month at 11:59 PM EST.

Bowties and Books Scholarship: open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited four-year university/college, or currently enrolled in a two-year college and planning to transfer to a four-year college/university. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, hold permanent residency or be a DACA recipient. Applicants must submit an essay on why they are attending the college they are/will be attending.

Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship: open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and students in the U.S. on a student visa. Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate student who has applied to or been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by their college or university. Applicants must submit an essay on what they would like to learn from other cultures.

CEA Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants: for those who want to study abroad, consider applying for the programs, scholarships, and grants CEA offers. Various deadlines in; November, February, March, April & June.

Today we celebrate my daughter, my baby, my K-pop & J-drama queen—Elizabeth Jordan 💕

Watching you grow into a young woman who not only chased her dreams but funded them through scholarships has been one of my greatest joys. You’ve shown discipline, focus, and faith—and now you’re living a life that includes opportunities like studying abroad, something so many students dream about but don’t realize is possible without going into debt.

And that’s what I want to share with all of you today 👇🏽

✈️ YES—you can study abroad on scholarships too

Too many families think study abroad is only for students who can “afford extra.” That’s not true.

There are scholarships specifically for:

• Study abroad programs

• Cultural exchange opportunities

• Language immersion (yes—even for my K-pop & J-drama lovers 👀)

💡 The key is knowing where to look and applying early.

Here’s a brief, high-impact list of study abroad scholarships you (or your students) should know about:

✈️ Top Study Abroad Scholarships

• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

  • For Pell Grant recipients

  • Awards up to ~$5,000 (up to $8,000 for critical languages)

• Fulbright U.S. Student Program

  • Fully funded opportunities for study, research, or teaching abroad

  • Available in 140+ countries

• Boren Awards

  • Funds study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests

  • Great for language and global studies majors

• Critical Language Scholarship Program

  • Fully funded summer language programs abroad

  • Focus on high-demand languages like Arabic, Chinese, Korean

• Fund for Education Abroad

  • Awards up to $10,000

  • Focus on underrepresented and high-need students

• Freeman-ASIA Scholarship

  • For students studying in East or Southeast Asia

  • Prioritizes financial need

• DAAD RISE Germany

  • Funded research internships in Germany (especially STEM)

💡 Quick Tip

Most students don’t fund study abroad with one scholarship—
👉 they stack 2–4 of these together to cover costs.

📚 April Scholarship Class Recording is NOW Available

If you missed the live session, don’t worry—you can still catch the full breakdown where I teach:
✔️ How to find REAL scholarships (not just Google lists)
✔️ How to position your student to win
✔️ What families are doing RIGHT NOW to secure funding

This is the same strategy I’ve used—and what helped my own daughter become the Scholarship Queen 👑GRAB A COPY HERE ———> APRIL SCHOLARSHIP CLASS

💰 April Scholarships Are OPEN

This is your sign to get started NOW!

New month = new opportunities
And the families who win are the ones who apply consistently

👉 Don’t wait until senior year
👉 Don’t wait until bills are due
👉 Start building your scholarship strategy today

Here’s a brief, high-impact list of real scholarships due April 1, 2026 that you can share with students:

💰 Scholarships Due April 1, 2026

• Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship

  • Up to ~$3,000/year

  • For high-achieving students with financial need (mefa.org)

• Project Yellow Light Scholarship

  • Up to $8,000

  • Create a video, billboard, or radio ad (mefa.org)

• Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund

  • Up to ~$15,000+

  • For students involved in social justice work (Scholarships.com)

• AMS Scholarship Program

  • Up to $10,000

  • STEM-focused (weather, climate, environmental science) (Scholarships.com)

• Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois

  • Up to ~$23,000

  • For future educators (Illinois-based) (Scholarships.com)

• Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships

  • Up to ~$10,000

  • For students planning to study abroad (Scholarships.com)

• Generation Hope Scholarship

  • ~$2,400 + support services

  • For teen/student parents (Scholarships.com)

• Society of Plastics Engineers Foundation Scholarship

  • Up to ~$12,500

  • For students in plastics/engineering fields

💡 Quick Tip

April 1 is one of the BIGGEST scholarship deadlines of the year—there are hundreds of opportunities closing that day, across all majors and student types.

👉 Tell students: Don’t aim for one—apply to 3–5 from this list this week.

💛 Final Word

Elizabeth, you are everything I prayed for and more. Watching you walk in purpose, confidence, and grace is the greatest gift.

And to every parent reading this—your child can have this too.
Not by luck… but by strategy.

Let’s get to work. 💪🏽

#ScholarshipQueen #StudyAbroad #ScholarshipSeason #ClassOf2026 #CollegeFunding