Scholarships by Category
Scholarships for Adult Learners
Senior Scholar Scholarship
The “Senior Scholar” scholarship is a program designed for students ages 50 and older who want to return to school and complete their degree or start a new course of study. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and must submit a personal statement detailing their educational background and career goals.
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 15, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Senior Scholarship.
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Austin Divorce Lawyer Academic Scholarship
Hembree Bell Law Firm, PLLC is pleased to announce their annual college scholarship. The firm would like to help a student who desires to pursue a career in family law. Eligible students must be enrolled or accepted into an accredited college or university. Students can apply by submitting an essay (1,000 words) that answers the following question:
- Why is it important to provide affordable legal services to low income families?
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Austin Divorce Lawyer Academic Scholarship.
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The House Method Commitment to Our Homes Scholarship
House Method is committed to improving people’s homes and making them safer, more efficient, sustainable, beautiful and functional. The company is dedicated to doing the hard work of updating homes, and they want to award their scholarship to a student who is also passionate about home improvements. To apply, students must submit an essay (1,000 words) that explains how they hope to change the way people live in their homes.
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: October 15, 2019
Learn more and apply for the House Method Commitment to Our Homes Scholarship.
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Reviews Crush Scholarship
ReviewsCrush.com believes everyone deserves the best and wants to help creative minds achieve their dreams. To help students reach their goals, the company has created a scholarship program for students pursuing higher levels of education. Students can apply by writing an essay (1,000–1,200 words) about the best digital content marketing tactics.
Award Amount: 2 awards; $800
Deadline: July 30, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Reviews Crush Scholarship.
Scholarships for Students Pursuing the Arts
BECK Digital Web Design Scholarship
BECK Digital recognizes the importance of nurturing web design and development talent, and believes that investing in young scholars betters the entire community. Their scholarship program aims to promote education and growth for those choosing to pursue a degree or profession in web design and/or development. To apply, students must submit an online application as well as a short statement that addresses the following topics:
- What inspired you to pursue web design and/or development?
- How do you expect your education experience to be enhanced by this scholarship?
- Why you deserve this scholarship?
Award Amount: $500
Deadline: July 15, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Beck Digital Web Design Scholarship.
Scholarships Based on Ethnicity
American Indian Services Scholarship
American Indian Services is passionate about the future of Native Americans. The organization verifies that every donation they receive goes directly to a Native American student. Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship by completing an online application and submitting all required documents.
Award Amount: $500–$2,000
Deadline: August 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the American Indian Services Scholarship.
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Diversity in Law School Scholarship
According to ABA’s National Lawyer Population Survey, only 12 percent of active attorneys identify as Hispanic or Latino, African American, or Asian. To promote diversity within the legal profession, Sutliff & Stout, Injury & Accident Law Firm is proud to sponsor a nationwide scholarship contest for minorities enrolled or planning to enroll in law school or a paralegal program. To apply, students must submit an essay that discusses how they will use their law degree to help their community.
Award Amount: $2,000
Deadline: August 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Diversity in Law School Scholarship.
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The Youthist.com Scholarship
The lack of racial diversity within media, fashion and beauty has become a major topic in mainstream conversations. The Youthist.com would like to see change made on the issue and is offering their scholarship program to help fuel that change. Students can apply by completing an online application and writing a response to the following questions:
- Why is increased racial diversity important in beauty and fashion?
- What impact does this have on society especially in relation to young people?
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Youthist Scholarship.
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The Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship
Since 2007, the National Hispanic Health Foundation has partnered with the United Health Foundation to provide educational opportunities and scholarships for students interested in the wellbeing of Hispanic communities. Eligible students do not have to be Hispanic to apply, but must be enrolled in one of the following graduate programs to benefit Hispanic communities:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Public Health/ Policy
- Physician Assistant
Deadline: September 26, 2019
Award Amount: 15 awards; Varies
Learn more and apply for the Hispanic Health Professional Student Scholarship.
LGBTQ Scholarships
National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) Scholarships
NGPA has given away many scholarships to help aspiring aviators become safer and more qualified members of the worldwide aviation community. The association offers various scholarships and hopes that each one will be a stepping stone for potential pilots in their education. To apply, students must submit an online application along with all supporting documents and must be an NGPA member.
Award Amount: Multiple Awards; Amounts Vary
Deadline: August 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for the National Gay Pilots Association Scholarships.
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AfterCollege STEM Inclusion Scholarship
AfterCollege has a vision to help every college student and recent graduate discover their career path. To fulfill that vision, the website features multiple entry-level jobs and internships to assist students with their goals. This scholarship program is open to all students who are working towards a degree in a STEM field and who are from an underrepresented group. Applicants must complete an online application that includes a personal statement (200 words) about their goals and the value they bring to the academic world.
Award Amount: $500
Deadline: September 30, 2019
Learn more and apply for the AfterCollege STEM Inclusion Scholarship.
Scholarships for Middle School Students
“I Got Bank” Youth Financial Literacy Contest (Ages 8–12)
OneUnited Bank is sponsoring their annual “I Got Bank” Financial Literacy Contest. Students can apply by submitting an essay (250 words) or an art project detailing what they’ve learned from the book “I Got Bank!” and how they can use those lessons in their lives every day.
Award Amount: 10 awards; $1,000 savings account
Deadline: June 29, 2019
Learn more and apply for the “I Got Bank” Youth Financial Literacy Contest.
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Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards (12 and under)
The Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards is an annual series of awards that encourages poets to explore and illuminate positive visions of peace and the human spirit. Students can apply by submitting up to three original poems that are a maximum of 30 lines each.
Award Amount: $200
Deadline: July 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Award.
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Keep Friends and Family Safe on the Road Scholarship
Seat belts save up to 15,000 lives every year. Everyone knows that wearing a seat belt is a smart idea, but many people still choose not to buckle up. To help your friends and family stay safe on the road, DoSomething.org is offering a $5,000 scholarship to students who post flyers in their community about the importance of wearing a seat belt and practicing safe driving habits. Students can apply by submitting an online application and posting DoSomething.org’s flyers throughout their city.
Award Amount: $5,000
Deadline: July 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Keep Friends and Family Safe on the Road Scholarship.
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Shout It Out Scholarship (Ages 13 +)
Do you have something on your mind that you would like to say? Unigo.com is listening. This unique scholarship provides you with a platform to give your thoughts a voice. To apply, students must submit a written response to the following question:
- If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: September 30, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Shout It Out Scholarship.
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Oklahoma's Promise
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
Applicants must be an Oklahoma resident, must enroll in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade and the parents' federal adjusted gross income must not exceed $55K per year.
Award Amount: Varies
Postmark Deadline: June 30
Learn more and apply for Oklahoma's Promise.
Military Scholarships
Military College Scholarship
Helping veterans and their families achieve their educational goals is the mission of Low VA Rates. The company is awarding scholarships to deserving students who are veterans, service members or dependents of active-duty service members. To apply, students must complete an online application and explain how the military has positively impacted their lives.
Award Amount: $1,250
Deadline: July 5, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Military College Scholarship.
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Bonsai Finance Veteran’s Scholarship
The Bonsai Finance Veteran’s Scholarship celebrates veteran and dependent students who strive for excellence in their lives and education. They want to see students thrive and hope that their scholarship program will help students do just that. Students can apply by submitting an online application along with all supporting documents.
Award Amount: $2,500
Deadline: September 28, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Bonsai Finance Veteran’s Scholarship.
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Military Spouse Scholarship
The National Military Family Association has a mission to stand behind service members, their spouses and children. To fulfill their mission, the association is offering scholarships to military spouses who are pursuing a higher education while remaining strong for their service member. Eligible students must submit an online application and all required documents.
Award Amount: $500–$1,000
Deadline: September 30, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Military Spouse Scholarship.
Scholarships for Students with Special Needs
Mesothelioma.net Scholarship
Danziger & De Llano, LLP firm is proud to offer its scholarship opportunity to students who have lived with and fought against any type of cancer. Students who have watched a family member deal with this disease are also eligible to apply. Eligible students must submit an essay (800 words) detailing their personal experience with cancer and submit all supporting documents.
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 15, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Mesothelioma.net Scholarship.
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Karman Healthcare Mobility Disability Scholarship
Karman Healthcare is proud to announce a scholarship opportunity to help students reach their ultimate life goals. The scholarship is open to all college students who have a mobility disability. Students can apply by writing an essay describing how a life experience influenced their development.
Award Amount: 2 awards; $500
Deadline: September 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Karman Healthcare Mobility Disability Scholarship.
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Vitality Medical’s Student Disability Scholarship
This scholarship program is designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard and want to make a significant impact on their school and community. Applicants don’t have to be disabled to apply, but should have a passion to help those who do have a disability. Students can apply by creating a visual poem (1,000 words) that centers on the following theme:
- How has using disability aids added vitality to your life?
Award Amount: $500
Deadline: September 15, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Vitality Medical’s Student Disability Scholarship.
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Students with Heart Foundation Scholarship
The mission of Students with Heart Foundation is to provide financial assistance by means of scholarships for students who suffer from all types of heart disease and deformities. Students can apply by submitting a personal statement (2,000 words) along with the following documents:
- A copy of your transcript
- A letter of recommendation
- A Licensed Physician’s statement declaring Cardiac disease or deformity
Award Amount: $500–$6,000
Deadline: October 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Students with Heart Foundation Scholarship.
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Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
The law firm of Friedman, Levy, Goldfarb & Green, P.C. is pleased to offer their scholarship program for college students with disabilities. Students who are currently attending or have proof of acceptance to a 4-year college are eligible to apply. Simply submit an essay (500 words) explaining how you overcame your disability to become a better student.
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: July 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for Scholarship for Students with Disabilities.
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Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA) Scholarships
CHASA is proud to offer college and vocational school scholarships for students with a diagnosis of hemiplegia or hemiparesis due to any cause, or a diagnosis of pediatric stroke. Students can apply by submitting a physician’s statement about their medical condition along with an essay that answers the following question:
- “What goals have you set for your future? What experience do you feel has prepared you most for obtaining these goals?”
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: August 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA) Scholarships.
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Scholarships for Students Pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Math (STEM)
Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program
Research is a critical component for development and advancement in the life science community. Novus Biologicals wants to further this scientific advancement with their scholarship program. All students interested in developing a career in science are eligible to apply. Applicants must submit a personal statement discussing their career goals and what they hope to teach others using their degree.
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: July 31, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Novus Biologicals Scholarship Program.
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Computer Science Scholarship Program
Apriorit wants to support young people who are passionate about IT and who plan to build their career in this field of study. To help students pursue their dreams, the company is offering a scholarship to those who are enrolled in a computer engineering or computer science program. Students can apply by completing an online application and meeting the following requirements:
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Must have a composite SAT score of 1350/1600 or ACT score of 27
- Must be a first-year student in a computer engineering or computer science program
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Computer Science Scholarship Program.
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NextStepU STEM Scholarship
NextStepU does their best to help students prepare for what’s ahead in college, career and life planning. Because they want to see students succeed, they’re offering their STEM scholarship program. All students ages 16–22 interested in pursuing a STEM major can apply. Simply submit an online application along with all supporting documents.
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: September 30, 2019
Learn more and apply for the NextStepU STEM Scholarship.
Study Abroad Scholarships
Bookmundi’s Travel the World Scholarship
Bookmundi is passionate about seeing dreams come true. They assist young people with planning their dream vacation and love to hear how a vacation changed a person’s life. To help others see their traveling dreams come true, Bookmundi is offering their scholarship program to all students enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university. Students can apply by submitting an essay that answers the following questions:
- What is your dream vacation?
- What has inspired this trip?
- Would you take anyone on your vacation with you? If yes, who?
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: October 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the Bookmundi’s Travel the World Scholarship.
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International Studies Abroad (ISA) Scholarship
The ISA provides multiple scholarship opportunities for students who are interested in studying abroad. The organization prides itself on igniting personal growth with the resources that it provides to students. Those interested in the scholarship must complete an online application and submit the following documents:
- A copy of your resume
- A copy of your financial aid documents
- A copy of your recent college transcript
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: October 1, 2019
Learn more and apply for the International Studies Abroad Scholarship.
