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Scholarships for Adult Learners

American Welding Society Scholarship Program

The AWS Foundation supports programs to ensure the growth and development of the welding industry through research and educational opportunities. Several National, District, Section and Training scholarships are available.

Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000-$6,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Welding Society Scholarship Program.

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Beauty School Scholarship

The BeautySchoolsDirectory.com team is proud to offer a scholarship for students and professionals changing others’ lives through wellness and beauty. Submit your application for the chance to win this scholarship toward your tuition and education expenses. May be awarded to students currently enrolled in an eligible program, students enrolling within the next year, all U.S. residents (including DACA and international students), and students under 18 (with parental consent.)

Award Amount: 1 award; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Beauty School Scholarship.

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American Hotel & Lodging (AHLA) Educational Foundation Scholarships

The AHLA foundation offers two types of scholarships--self-nominated and school-nominated--totalling $500,000 each year. Applicants, regardless of where they attend school, must be enrolled in a hospitality-related program, such as hotel/restaurant management, culinary arts, travel/tourism and hotel administration. Each scholarship has its own set of requirements.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $500-$700

Deadline Date: March 7, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Hotel & Lodging (AHLA) Educational Foundation Scholarships.

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American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Foundation Scholarship

AICPA offers a variety of scholarships for promising, motivated future CPAs. You’ll gain skills that’ll make you look attractive to employers, and you can get up to $10,000 for school. Check out the full eligibility requirements for the scholarships the yoffer to see which one is right for you. 

Award Amount: 4 awards; $2,500-$10,000

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Foundation Scholarship.

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Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund Scholarships

Children, step-children, and legal dependents of full- or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal workers employed with the federal government for more than three years, as well as the employees themselves and their spouses are eligible to apply for these scholarships.

Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000

Deadline Date: March 13, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund Scholarships.

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Equipment Leases Inc. College Scholarship

Equipment Leases, one of the premier equipment-leasing firms in the country, is proud to offer hard-working students a scholarship two times per year. For the Spring Semester and Fall Semesters they will be awarding deserving students a scholarship of $1,000 to further their education in whatever major they may be pursuing.

Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Equipment Leases Inc. College Scholarship.

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Boom & Bucket's Student Scholarship

Boom & Bucket is offering a scholarship to be awarded each year to a student pursuing a heavy machinery-themed program. This scholarship is available to both currently enrolled students and future students who are planning to attend a program within the next 12 months. The program can be at a college or a trade school anywhere in the United States or Canada. 

Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for Boom & Bucket's Student Scholarship.

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Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship

The Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship Program supports students from the LGBTQ+ community pursuing higher education at colleges, universities, or vocational and professional training programs. Scholarships are awarded exclusively for full-time study at accredited institutions or programs chosen by the student.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $2,500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship.

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L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Illustrator Contest

L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest is an opportunity for new and amateur science fiction and fantasy artists worldwide to have their work judged by some of the masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience. Entrants retain all publication rights. The entry shall consist of three illustrations done by the entrant in a color or black-and-white medium created from the artist’s imagination. Use of gray scale in illustrations and mixed media, photo and design software, and the use of photography in the illustrations are accepted.

Award Amount: 3 awards; $500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Illustrator Contest.

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Scholarships for Students Pursuing the Arts

Handweavers' Guild of America, Inc. Dendel Scholarship

The Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. offers scholarships for students enrolled in accredited academic programs in the United States and Canada. The scholarships fund students furthering their education in the field of fiber arts, including textile research, history, and conservation. Rather than financial need, scholarship funds are awarded based on artistic and technical excellence and/or on demonstrated excellence in research of textiles, textile history, and textile conservation.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Amount varies

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Handweavers' Guild of America, Inc. Dendel Scholarship.

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Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest

The Gallery Collection invites you to design a greeting card for the opportunity to win a $10,000 scholarship for yourself and $1,000 for your school. The winning entry will be made into a bona fide greeting card by the Gallery Collection.

Award Amount: 1 award; $10,000

Deadline Date: March 3, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship Contest.

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Frame My Future Scholarship

Success-driven students who are passionate about their future pursuits are invited to create and upload a 30-second video from your phone, TikTok, Instagram or YouTube to show how you plan to frame your future.

Award Amount: 5 awards; $2,000

Deadline Date: March 3, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Frame My Future Scholarship.

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L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Illustrator Contest

L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest is an opportunity for new and amateur science fiction and fantasy artists worldwide to have their work judged by some of the masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience. Entrants retain all publication rights. The entry shall consist of three illustrations done by the entrant in a color or black-and-white medium created from the artist’s imagination. Use of gray scale in illustrations and mixed media, photo and design software, and the use of photography in the illustrations are accepted.

Award Amount: 3 awards; $500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future Illustrator Contest.

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P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship

The P. Buckley Moss Foundation for Children's Education is a non profit organization that facilitates integration of the arts, in all its forms, into school curriculums, specifically addressing children who learn differently. Applicants must: Have a verified learning difference Be a graduaing high school senior Have a verified financial need Be accepted into a 2- or 4-year college; be pursuing a career in a visual arts field with art classes taken each semester.

Award Amount: 1 awad; $1,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship.

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Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award

Students in grades 9-12 by the March 31 deadline who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States, its territories and possessions; or dependents of U.S. military or civilian personnel in overseas schools are eligble to apply. Must be a U.S. citizen or have applied for permanent status and not denied. One winner from each state.

Award Amount: 1 awad; Amount of award varies

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

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Scholarships Based on Ethnicity

 

100 Black Men of American National Scholarship Program

The award is only open to 100 Black Men mentees, Collegiate 100®, or affiliates who are graduating high school seniors or college undergraduates enrolled full-time in an accredited post-secondary institution. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and deadlines to be considered for the scholarship. 

Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000-$5,000

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the 100 Black Men of American National Scholarship Program.

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American Meteorological Society Undergraduate Scholarships

The AMS Minority Scholarships will award funding to minority students who have been traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, especially Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students. The American Meteorological Society (AMS) is committed to, and benefits from the full and equitable participation of a diverse community. AMS is committed to advancing core values of diversity, inclusion, and equity across all aspects of the atmospheric, oceanic, and hydrologic sciences.

Award Amount: 22+ awards; $2,000-$10,000

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Meteoroligcal Society Undergraduate Scholarships.

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TheDream.us Scholarship

We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated undocumented students who are eligible to receive in-state tuition in their home state (not applicable if attending a private institution) but still have significant, unmet financial need.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Amount of awards vary

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the TheDream.us Scholarship.

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American Chemical Society Scholars Program

The ACS Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to undergraduate students from historically underrepresented groups in the chemical sciences, majoring in chemistry-related disciplines, and intending to pursue chemistry-related careers. To date, over 3,500 students have received funding from the ACS Scholars Program.

Award Amount: 300+ awards; Up to $5,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Chemical Society Scholars Program.

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American Library Association Spectrum Scholarship Program

This scholarship annually provides up to 60 students from racial and ethnic underrepresented groups with a $5,000 tuition scholarship and $1,500 in professional development funds as they pursue a master's degree in library and information science.

Award Amount: 60 awards; $5,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Library Association Spectrum Scholarship Program.

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Nightwing Underrepresented Groups in Cybersecurity Scholarship

Nightwing is proud to champion STEM education so we can empower the next generation of innovators, fostering the skills in technology and problem solving crucial for a secure digital future. A $10,000 tuition/fee scholarship award will be awarded to two individuals from groups underrepresented in cyber/STEM.

Award Amount: 2 awards; $10,000

Deadline Date: March 3, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Nightwing Underrepresented Groups in Cybersecurity Scholarship.

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STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program

The primary goal of the STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program is to increase representation and inclusion of individuals from social, cultural, and economic backgrounds who have historically been underrepresented in the actuarial profession.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $20,000 ($5,000 over 4 years)

Deadline Date: March 7, 2025

Learn more and apply for the STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program.

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Black at Microsoft Scholarships

BAM is dedicated to supporting the continued growth and development of black employees and encouraging students to pursue a career in technology. The $5,000 awards can be renewed for a total of $20,000. Applicant qualifications: U.S. based high school senior of African descent. Plan to attend a 4-year university immediately following graduation. Plan to pursue a bachelor's in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs.

Award Amount: 55 awards; $2,500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 13, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Black at Microsoft Scholarships.

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Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors

Shell's scholarship programs support their objective of helping to ensure a qualified workforce in engineering and geosciences disciplines in future years. Applicants must plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors (geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering) at a specified institution (see list of institutions at website).

Award Amount: Up to 20 awards; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors.

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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation HBCU NREI Scholarship

For more than three decades the CBCF in partnership with CBC Spouses has awarded scholarships to talented and deserving students. Each year, they award more than 300 scholarships to students that demonstrate leadership ability through exemplary community service and academic talent.

Award Amount: 300+ awards; $2,500-$20,000

Deadline Date: March 29, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation HBCU NREI Scholarship.

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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Spouses Essay Contest

Each year, qualified African-American and Black junior and senior high school students participate in the Essay Contest and Issue Forum. Students are presented with a topic that embodies some of our communities’ most pressing issues and are asked to write an essay to defend their research, analyses, and opinion. Submissions are judged by a special committee of CBC Spouses.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $1,250-$2,000

Deadline Date: March 29, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Spouses Essay Contest.

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Folds of Honor Military Scholarship

Folds of Honor is humbled by the eagerness of family members to honor their service member by working hard toward educational goals. These scholarships are available to spouses and children of fallen or disabled service member.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Up to $5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Folds of Honor Military Scholarship.

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International Association for Black Actuaries Scholarship

IABA provides scholarships at the undergraduate and graduate level to qualified Black students who are interested in pursuing an actuarial career. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of individual merit. The award is based on full-time status during the upcoming school year.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $1,500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the International Association for Black Actuaries Scholarship.

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Organization of Latino Actuaries Scholarships

The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) furthers its mission of increasing the number of Latine actuaries by awarding academic scholarships to Latines who will be attending a US college/university next school year and are interested in the actuarial profession. 

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $4,000-$7,500

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Organization of Latino Actuaries Scholarships.

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Scholarships for Students Pursuing Health Careers

Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship

The Non-Traditional Student Scholarship helps people who are veterans, or spouses of veterans or active duty service members, pursue a college degree later in life or allow them to pick up where they left off when their studies were interrupted.

Award Amount: 1 award; $3,000

Deadline Date: March 30, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship.

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LGBTQ+ Scholarships

Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship

The Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship Program supports students from the LGBTQ+ community pursuing higher education at colleges, universities, or vocational and professional training programs. Scholarships are awarded exclusively for full-time study at accredited institutions or programs chosen by the student.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $2,500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for Gamma Mu Foundation Scholarship.

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SOULE Foundation

The SOULE Foundation is designed to create an experience geared to support, develop and promote the educational advancement of LGBTQ youth and young people of color. We work to give LGBTQ youth and young adults of color the tools, advice and support to not just get through college, but to excel in college; have a fulfilled personal life, and design a great career. We provide financial assistance and support beyond tuition to help LGBTQ youth and young adults of color achieve their fullest potential. The SOULE Foundation provides annual scholarships for up to $5,000 to eligible youth and young adults in pursuit of an undergraduate or graduate degree. In addition, based on need, we also provide financial support for books and other school necessities.

Eligibility Criteria:

LGBTQ youth and young adults of color are eligible to be considered for a SOULE Foundation scholarship if they meet the following criteria:

• Have attained a cumulative high school or college GPA of at least 2.5
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Are enrolled at a U.S. located, accredited college or university as a full-time student.
• Have submitted FAFSA by the deadline
• Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria
• Two (2) letters of recommendation (form attached at the end of the application)
• Award Winner/s must be available for photo/video shoot to receive the award.
• Award Winner/s must be available to attend the Soule Foundation Gala.

Award Amount: Up to $5,000

Deadline: Rolling

Learn more and apply for the SOULE Foundation Scholarships.

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Scholarships for Middle School Students

World of 8 Billion Video Contest

To enter this contest, create a one-minute video that addresses one of this year’s global topics (child well-being, rainforest ecosystmems or sanitation), suggests a sustainable solution, and connects how human population growth impacts that topic. Students from grades 6-12 may enter.

Award Amounts: 6 awards; $300-$1,200

Deadline Date: March 5, 2025

Learn more and participate in the World of 8 Billion Video Contest.

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Kaplun Essay Contest

This essay contest encourages students to think about their heritage, reflect on their values, and better understand Judaism’s contribution to civilization and culture. We believe strongly in the value of this writing process as a way for young people to explore challenging ethical topics. Open to students grades 7-12.

Award Amounts: 12 awards; $500-$1,800

Deadline Date: March 12, 2025

Learn more and participate in the Kaplun Essay Contest.

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Superpower Scholarship

Have you ever wondered where you'd go if you could fly around downtown? Or maybe you daydream of secretly taking over the world? To each his own. For all of those hero lovers and villain enthusiasts, this super scholarship can give you the power to win free college money. Open to students 14 years of age and older.

Award Amounts: 1 award; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and participate in the Superpower Scholarship.

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Unigo Monthly Scholarships

Applicants must:

  • be 14 years of age or older at time of application.
  • be a legal U.S. resident.
  • be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia.

This award is for U.S. students.

Award Amounts: Monthly awards range from $1,500 - $5,000

Deadline Date: Last day of the month

Learn more and apply for the Unigo Scholarships.

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Oklahoma's Promise

Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.

Students must apply in the 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade, be a resident of Oklahoma, complete a specific high school curriculum, achieve at least a 2.50 GPA both in the curriculum and overall, and abide by certain conduct standards. The federal adjusted gross income of the student's family may not exceed $60,000 for parents with one or two dependent children, $70,000 for parents with three or four dependent children or $80,000 for parents with 5 or more children at the time of application and $100,000 each year the student is enrolled in postsecondary education.

Oklahoma's Promise will pay resident tuition at a public college or a portion of tuition at private institutions or public technology centers in Oklahoma.

Award Amount: Varies

Postmark Deadline: June 30 (Annual)

Learn more about and apply for Oklahoma's Promise.

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Military Scholarships

American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship

The American Legion Auxiliary sponsors the Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship to support the children of our warriors. These scholarships are awarded to 15 students annually who excel in academics and volunteer in their communities.

Award Amount: 15 awards; $1,000-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship.

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American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students

The Non-Traditional Student Scholarship helps people who are veterans, or spouses of veterans or active duty service members, pursue a college degree later in life or allow them to pick up where they left off when their studies were interrupted.

Award Amount: 1 award; $2,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students.

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Marine Corps Undergraduate/Associate & Career Technology Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to children or step-children of U.S. Marine Veterans or fallen U.S. Marines and Navy Corpsmen. Veterans must have received an honorable discharge.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $2,500-$10,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Marine Corps Undergraduate/Associate & Career Technology Scholarship.

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Wings Over America Scholarship

The Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation annually sponsors scholarships to further the postsecondary education of Navy dependents from the aviation community. Although U.S. citizenship is not required, students must be permanent residents or have applied for permanent residence status (the application for which has not been denied) to become a U.S. citizen.

Award Amount: 1 award; $5,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Wings Over America Scholarship.

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Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship

The Non-Traditional Student Scholarship helps people who are veterans, or spouses of veterans or active duty service members, pursue a college degree later in life or allow them to pick up where they left off when their studies were interrupted.

Award Amount: 1 award; $3,000

Deadline Date: March 30, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Army Nurse Corps Association Scholarship.

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Folds of Honor Military Scholarship

Folds of Honor is humbled by the eagerness of family members to honor their service member by working hard toward educational goals. These scholarships are available to spouses and children of fallen or disabled service member.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Up to $5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Folds of Honor Military Scholarship.

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Leave No Veteran Behind (LNVB) Retroactive Scholarship

The LNVB Retroactive Scholarship is available to veterans who have completed some form of higher education. To be eligible, you must have student loans that have been made because you were not covered under existing educational programs. Recipients of this award must commit to 100 to 400 hours of community service that leverages their military skills, civilian education, and lack of indebtedness to help solve the most pressing issues facing their communities.

Award Amounts: No. of awards varies; Amount varies

Deadline Date: Ongoing

Learn more and participate in the Leave No Veteran Behind (LNVB) Retroactive Scholarship.

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VA Education & Training Benefits

VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with needs like paying college tuition, finding the right school or training program, and getting career counseling. Learn how to apply for and manage the education and training benefits you've earned.

Award Amounts: No. of awards varies; Amount varies

Deadline Date: Ongoing

Learn more and participate in the VA Education & Training Benefits.

 

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Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund

The Freedom Alliance Scholarship serves to honor the sons and daughters of military heroes. Applicants must be a dependent child of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who was killed or permanently disabled in a combat mission or training accident. Additionally, students must be under the age of 26 at the time of application. Recipients can apply to renew the scholarship for up to three years, provided that the student is enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student with a GPA of at least 2.0.

Award Amount: Varies

Deadline: Multiple

Learn more about the Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund.

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Air Force Ongoing Education Opportunities

The United States Air Force provides educational opportunities to develop even stronger Airmen. They invest time and resources to help student achieve their goals and reach their potential. There are multiple scholarship opportunities for enlisted airmen, officers, medical professionals, law professionals and ministry professionals who intend to advance their career in the Air Force. Awards and requirements vary by scholarship, so be sure to explore the different opportunities on the Air Force Ongoing Education page.

Award Amount: Multiple awards

Deadline: Varies

Learn more about the Air Force Ongoing Education Opportunities.

 

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Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association Scholarships

The AFCEA Educational Foundation’s program of scholarships for students studying hard science disciplines at colleges and universities in the United States comprises only a portion of the annual $2 million in AFCEA educational outreach for science and technology.

Award Amount: Multiple awards

Deadline: Varies

Learn more about Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association Scholarships.

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Miscellaneous Scholarships

TheDream.us Scholarship

We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated undocumented students who are eligible to receive in-state tuition in their home state (not applicable if attending a private institution) but still have significant, unmet financial need.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Amount of awards vary

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the TheDream.us Scholarship.

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Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors

Shell's scholarship programs support their objective of helping to ensure a qualified workforce in engineering and geosciences disciplines in future years. Applicants must plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors (geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering) at a specified institution (see list of institutions at website).

Award Amount: Up to 20 awards; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors.

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Scholarships for Students With Special Circumstances

Millie Brothers CODA Scholarship

The Millie Brother Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to hearing children of deaf adults to help them pursue their post-secondary education. The scholarship can be used for undergraduate at any accredited institution of higher education in the world.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; Amount varies

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Millie Brothers CODA Scholarship.

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P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship

The P. Buckley Moss Foundation for Children's Education is a non profit organization that facilitates integration of the arts, in all its forms, into school curriculums, specifically addressing children who learn differently. Applicants must: Have a verified learning difference Be a graduaing high school senior Have a verified financial need Be accepted into a 2- or 4-year college; be pursuing a career in a visual arts field with art classes taken each semester.

Award Amount: 1 awad; $1,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship.

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Scholarships for Students Pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Math (STEM)

American Meteorological Society Undergraduate Scholarships

The AMS Minority Scholarships will award funding to minority students who have been traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, especially Hispanic, Native American, and Black/African American students. The American Meteorological Society (AMS) is committed to, and benefits from the full and equitable participation of a diverse community. AMS is committed to advancing core values of diversity, inclusion, and equity across all aspects of the atmospheric, oceanic, and hydrologic sciences.

Award Amount: 22+ awards; $2,000-$10,000

Deadline Date: February 28, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Meteoroligcal Society Undergraduate Scholarships.

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American Board of Funeral Service Education Scholarship

The ABFSE serves as the national academic accreditation agency for college and university programs in Funeral Service and Mortuary Science Education. It provides financial awards to students enrolled in funeral service or mortuary science programs to assist them in obtaining their professional education.

Award Amount: 6 awards; $1,500-$2,500

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Board of Funeral Service Education Scholarship.

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American Chemical Society Scholars Program

The ACS Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to undergraduate students from historically underrepresented groups in the chemical sciences, majoring in chemistry-related disciplines, and intending to pursue chemistry-related careers. To date, over 3,500 students have received funding from the ACS Scholars Program.

Award Amount: 300+ awards; Up to $5,000

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Chemical Society Scholars Program.

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American Society for Enology and Viticulture Scholarships

If you’re looking for help funding your studies, majoring in accounting can open doors to the many accounting-specific scholarships available. If chosen, you'll be given funds to help pay for college and be offered exclusive professional development opportunities.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $3,500-$12,500

Deadline Date: March 1, 2025

Learn more and apply for the American Society for Enology and Viticulture Scholarships.

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Nightwing Underrepresented Groups in Cybersecurity Scholarship

Nightwing is proud to champion STEM education so we can empower the next generation of innovators, fostering the skills in technology and problem solving crucial for a secure digital future. A $10,000 tuition/fee scholarship award will be awarded to two individuals from groups underrepresented in cyber/STEM.

Award Amount: 2 awards; $10,000

Deadline Date: March 3, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Nightwing Underrepresented Groups in Cybersecurity Scholarship.

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DNA Day Essay Contest

This contest is open to students in grades 9-12 worldwide and asks students to examine, question, and reflect on important concepts in genetics. Essays are expected to be well-reasoned arguments that indicate a deep understanding of scientific concepts related to the essay question.

Award Amount: 13 awards; $100-$1,000

Deadline Date: March 5, 2025

Learn more and apply for the DNA Day Essay Contest.

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STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program

The primary goal of the STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program is to increase representation and inclusion of individuals from social, cultural, and economic backgrounds who have historically been underrepresented in the actuarial profession.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $20,000 ($5,000 over 4 years)

Deadline Date: March 7, 2025

Learn more and apply for the STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program.

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Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors

Shell's scholarship programs support their objective of helping to ensure a qualified workforce in engineering and geosciences disciplines in future years. Applicants must plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors (geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil, electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering) at a specified institution (see list of institutions at website).

Award Amount: Up to 20 awards; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 15, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Shell Scholarships for High School Seniors.

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Galvanize the Future Scholarship

This scholarship is available to full- or part-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university in North America studying architecture, civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management, material science, or a related field.

Award Amount: 2 awards; $2,500

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Galvanize the Future Scholarship.

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International Association for Black Actuaries Scholarship

IABA provides scholarships at the undergraduate and graduate level to qualified Black students who are interested in pursuing an actuarial career. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of individual merit. The award is based on full-time status during the upcoming school year.

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $1,500-$5,000

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the International Association for Black Actuaries Scholarship.

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Organization of Latino Actuaries Scholarships

The Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA) furthers its mission of increasing the number of Latine actuaries by awarding academic scholarships to Latines who will be attending a US college/university next school year and are interested in the actuarial profession. 

Award Amount: No. of awards varies; $4,000-$7,500

Deadline Date: March 31, 2025

Learn more and apply for the Organization of Latino Actuaries Scholarships.

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Ongoing Scholarships

Citizens Bank Scholarship Sweepstakes

Citizens wants to honor the dedication of students and families pursuing higher learning! Fill out the registration form to be entered for a chance to win a Grand Prize of $15,000 to use towards school expenses and one of the $2,500 monthly prizes for use towards school expenses. Additionally, each quarter a student who meets the required criteria for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship Prize will be eligible to win a $2,500 quarterly prize for use towards school expenses.

Award Amount: $2,500 & $15,000

Deadline Date: May enter monthly

Learn more and apply for the Citizens Bank Scholarship Sweepstakes.

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College Avenue $1,000 Scholarship Monthly Sweepstakes

Getting into college is the first step. Navigating how to pay for college is the next. Enter to win $1,000 for college. We’ll choose one winner each month, so be sure to check back each month and enter. We want to give you more help, so there is less stress.

Award Amount: $1,000

Deadline Date: May enter monthly

Learn more and apply for the College Avenue $1,000 Scholarship Monthly Sweepstakes.

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ICA Home Inspection Training Scholarships

ICA’s home inspection training scholarships have no strings attached. Scholarship recipients are provided with home inspection training that meets the needs of their state’s requirements for licensing, with guidance from our student support team to find class options to fit their schedule.

Award Amount: 1 award; Up to $2,500

Deadline Date: End of each month

Learn more and apply for the ICA Home Inspection Training Scholarships.

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The Scholastic Awards

As the nation’s longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teens, Scholastic Awards celebrates teens locally and nationally with awards, exhibitions, publications, and scholarships. 

Awards: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Learn more and apply for The Scholastic Awards.

 

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Thurgood Marshall College Fund

We’re dedicated to transforming the lives of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Predominantly Black Institutions. Talented students from diverse backgrounds may gain access to lifelong rewards by applying to this scholarship fund.

Awards: Varies

Deadline: Varies

Learn more and apply for scholarships through the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

 

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