Scholarships by Category
Scholarships for Adult Learners
Huggable Supermom Scholarship
When you’re a single mom, you often do things different as you must support yourself, your child and your other loved ones. For this scholarship, the committee wants to hear how you make it work. In an essay of 500 – 1,000 words, describe how you juggle caring for your little one(s) while pursuing a degree. How do you make ends meet financially, and how do you see your future? Single moms, children of single moms and those impacted by a single mom are eligible to apply.
Award Amount: $2,000
Due: June 30, 2020
Learn more about the Huggable Supermom Scholarship.
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Scholarships for Students Pursuing the Arts
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant
The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation funds young artists who are pursuing their studies or are beginning their career in painting, drawing, sculpture or printmaking. There are no citizenship or residency requirements to apply for the grant. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and no older than 41 years of age. The application requires a portfolio of images of six works produced in the last two years. Applicants must also provide an artistic proposal, detailing their proposed artistic project or course of study to be supported by the grant. A budget detailing the intended use of the $15,000 award for the proposed project/course of study is also required.
Award Amount: $15,000
Due: Ongoing
Learn more about the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant.
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Scholarships Based on Ethnicity
Kia Motors America, Inc. STEAM Scholarship
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is proud to announce scholarship opportunities for students who attend an HACU member college. Students majoring in science, technology, engineering, art or math are eligible to apply. Applicants must complete an online form and submit all supporting documents. First generation students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Award Amount: 10 awards; $3,400 each
Deadline: May 29, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Kia Motors America, Inc. STEAM Scholarship.
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Dr. Adawia Alousi Scholarship Fund
Dr. Adawia Alousi was a Muslim scientist and educator from Iraq who pioneered pharmacological research. In honor of her work, the Center for Arab American Philanthropy seeks to encourage today’s female Muslim STEM students by providing renewable scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate students who maintain satisfactory academic performance. Incoming freshman must hold a GPA of 3.6 or higher, current undergraduate applicants must hold a GPA of 3.4 or higher and graduate applicants, a 3.5 or higher. Applicants must identify as a Muslim woman and must demonstrate financial need.
Award Amount: Multiple awards; $2,500-$10,000 each
Deadline: June 16, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Dr. Adawia Alousi Scholarship Fund.
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Café Bustelo El Café del Futuro Scholarship
Café Bustelo seeks to award scholarships to students in the Latino community who are motived and passionate about community involvement. Applicants must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students of Latino descent, enrolled at a HACU-member institution. To apply, students must write an essay of 800 words or less in English or Spanish on the following topic:
“Describe how your Latino heritage, family and the community in which you grew up have impacted your desire and motivation to obtain a college degree. Additionally, describe what you intend to accomplish with your degree and how you will give back to your community.”
Award Amount: 20 awards; $5,000 each
Deadline: July 6, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Cafe Bustelo El Cafe del Futuro Scholarship.
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LGBTQ Scholarships
Prism Foundation Scholarships
The Prism Foundation provides scholarships to empower outstanding students who are making a positive impact on the Asian & Pacific Islander (API) and LGBTQ+ communities. Students do not have to identify as either to apply, but should have a strong history of working and impacting the API and/or LGBTQ+ communities. Eligible applicants must submit an essay, a current academic transcript and a letter of recommendation.
Award Amount: Multiple Awards; $1,000-$5,000
Deadline: June 6, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Prism Foundation Scholarships.
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Out To Innovate Scholarship
The National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals Inc. created the Out to Innovate Scholarships to support LGBTQ+ students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering or math. The program was designed to promote academic excellence and increased visibility of talented LGBTQ+ students. To apply, students must submit an online application and meet the following criteria:
- Successful completion of at least two years of higher education
- Possess a 3.0 GPA for all years of college enrollment
- Be an active supporter or participant in programs that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion
Award Amount: 2 awards; $5,000
Deadline: June 7, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Out To Innovate Scholarship.
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Scholarships for Middle School Students
Do-Over Scholarship
We can learn valuable lessons from our mistakes and sometimes we can turn a profit from it. The Do-Over Scholarship is offered to one applicant age 13 or older who can answer the following prompt in 250 words or less:
If you could get one ‘do-over’ in life, what would it be and why?
Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: June 30, 2020
Learn more and apply for the Do-Over 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.
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Military Scholarships
Ankin Law Office Military Scholarship
The Ankin Law Office offers a military scholarship to veterans who are transitioning to a civilian career. Part of a veteran’s sacrifice often includes delaying education to serve our country. Ankin Law Office acknowledges that sacrifice and seeks to assist applicants with tuition and book fees. To apply, students must provide proof of military service or relationship to a veteran with proof of service. The application includes a 1,000-word essay that lists the advantages and disadvantages as well as the dangers of taking a bicycle to work.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: July 15, 2020
Learn more about the Ankin Law Office Military Scholarship.
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Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
The Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund honors Americans in our armed forces by providing educational scholarships for their children. The dependent children of U.S. military personnel who have been killed or permanently disabled in an operational mission or training exercise are eligible to apply. Also eligible are students who have a parent classified as a Prisoner of War or Missing in Action. Applicants must be under the age of 26 and be enrolled or set to enroll in full-time undergraduate studies.
Amount: Multiple awards; Varies
Deadline: July 31, 2020
Learn more about the Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund.
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Low VA Rates Military Scholarship
Low VA Rates seeks to help veterans and their families reach their educational goals. They offer two scholarships to veterans, servicemembers or dependents of an active-duty servicemember. To apply, students must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
Amount: 2 awards; $1,250 each
Deadline: July 1, 2020
Learn more about the Low VA Rates Military Scholarship.
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Oklahoma National Guard State Tuition Waiver
The National Guard State Tuition Waiver Program (STW) entitles eligible members of the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard who are attending two or four year accredited institutions of higher learning within the State of Oklahoma to the following benefit. This benefit will waive the resident tuition of satisfactory participating Oklahoma National Guard members who are Oklahoma residents. The resident tuition waiver can waive up to eighteen (18) credit hours per semester per institution. The recipient must be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a minimum of three (3) hours to receive the waiver.
Amount: Multiple awards
Deadline: Ongoing
Learn more about the ONG STW Program.
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Scholarships for Students with Special Needs
Bloom Legal Scholarship
Bloom Legal is proud to offer a $1,000 scholarship to students affected by cerebral palsy. Since Attorney Seth Bloom’s uncle was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age, he would like to help others who also deal with this disability pursue higher education. There are two ways students can choose to apply, with an essay (300-500 words) or a video (1-3 minutes). For either option, students must address the following:
- How have you overcome adversity in your life?
- What are your educational aspirations?
- Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: June 15, 2020
Learn more about the Bloom Legal Scholarship.
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Bonnie Strangio Education Scholarship
The Bonnie Strangio Education Scholarship is given annually to a person living with cystic fibrosis (CF). The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has a “can-do” attitude and who’s shown great service and commitment to the prevention and cure of CF. Along with a completed application, students must submit a recent transcript, letter from their physician confirming CF diagnosis and therapy routine as well as W-2 forms for parent(s).
Amount: Up to $1,000
Deadline: June 5, 2020
Learn more about the Bonnie Strangio Education Scholarship.
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Springboard Foundation Scholarships
The Springboard Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships to full-time college students with documented disabilities of any type. These scholarships are given to assist students with educational expenses as they pursue their academic goals. To apply, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and must have already completed twenty-four credit hours of course work from a four-year accredited college or university.
Amount: Varies; Multiple Awards
Deadline: June 30, 2020
Learn more about the Springboard Foundation Scholarships.
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Scholarships for Students Pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Math (STEM)
Betty Stevens-Frecknall Scholarship
The Foundation for IT Education seeks to honor Betty Stevens-Frecknall, a successful computer analyst, by providing scholarships to future tech students. In order to qualify, students must have completed at least one full semester of postsecondary education pursuing a degree in computer science, information technology CIS or MIS. The application is simple; students will need to provide their contact information, school information and a few brief personal statements. There are more scholarships on the Foundation for IT Education website, so be sure to check out all of the available opportunities.
Amount: Multiple Awards; $2,000
Deadline: May 31, 2020
Learn more about the Betty Stevens-Frecknall Scholarship.
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Study Abroad Scholarships
American University in Dubai Scholarships
The American University in Dubai is a private, academically and culturally inclusive institution of higher learning that adheres to the policies and best practices of American higher education. AUD provides a number of scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate students. Eligibility requirements vary between scholarships. Some awards are given to graduating high school students, future educators, Arab Nationals, U.S. Citizens and full-time undergraduate students. Application deadlines vary. Some deadlines have already passed. To find current scholarship opportunities and requirements, contact AUD directly: info@aud.edu
Amount: Multiple Awards; Varies
Deadline: June 15, 2020
Learn more about the American University in Dubai Scholarships.
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Save Money, Save the Planet Scholarship
GoMontana.com offers a scholarship to students who have a passion for clean renewable energy and environmental technology. To apply, students must provide a 3-5-minute creative video with ideas to develop grassroot bi-partisan support for green energy. Preference will go to the videos that are creative and uniquely impactful. Eligible students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be enrolled or due to be enrolled at a university, community college or graduate program in one of the following countries: US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Singapore or Australia.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: July 15, 2020
Learn more about the Save Money, Save the Planet Scholarship.
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VisaReservation.com Scholarship Program
Study abroad experiences during college can be life changing. That’s why VisaReservation.com wants to award two students who can answer the following essay prompt in 500 words:
“Why I think studying abroad in a foreign country will help me in my professional life.”
To be eligible, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled full-time at a US-based college or university. In addition to the essay, students must submit proof of enrollment and a resume.
Amount: 2 Awards; $500
Deadline: August 15, 2020
Learn more about the VisaReservation.com Scholarship Program.
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