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ScholarshipEligibilityAward DetailsDeadline
Fly-In and Diversity ProgramsView a list of colleges and univerities that host fly-ins for potential or accepted students to visit their campuses.Varies
Raise.me - Micro- ScholarshipsGrades 9-12. Start earning micro-scholarships toward an undergraduate education at participating colleges and universities throughout the U.S. Take a college Tour, Earn an "A", Perfect Attendance, Extra-curricular Activities, Community Service, etc. More info at:Continuous
up to $2,500 towards tuition at participating schools
Air Force ReserveThe Air Force Reserve offers a variety of part-time job opportunities with full-time benefits including tuition assistance, excellent training, and low-cost health insurance. You may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $20,000 for specific part-time jobs.

Serving your country part-time in the Air Force Reserve, at a base close to where you live, gives you the opportunity to also pursue your civilian career or further your education. It’s an ideal option for those who have never been in the military as well as for those with prior military service in any branch.

Click here for more information or call 800-257-1212.
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Common Knowledge Scholarship FoundationGrades 9-12; a wide variety of scholarship quizzes throughout the year for U.S. high school, college, and graduate students. We even have some scholarships that parents can win for their children. style academic quiz competition that turns High School subjects into scholarship opportunities. Quizzes offered Sept through May.Continuous
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Cooperative Living OrganizationSenior; Low Cost Housing for incoming University of Florida and Santa Fe Community College students. Student live in fully furnished scholarship houses and share the responsibilities.Continuous
dorm-style housing at $400 rent/month, including: meals, utilities, and parking
FIU Pre-Medical Informational ForumLearn what it takes to become a doctor at FIU's Pre-Medical Informational Forum on Monday, February 25th from 7-9 PM at FIU's Modesto A. Maidique Campus. Click on the link for more details. RSVP encouraged!!Continuous
Fly-In and Diversity ProgramsView a list of colleges and univerities that host fly-ins for potential or accepted students to visit their campuses.Continuous
Humanity Rising MovementGrades 9-12; earn scholarships through service to your community; write your service story for a chance to win scholarships; select one of the service challenges on the website and follow instructions for becoming a Humanity Rising LEADERContinuous
at least $1,000-ongoing opportunity, no deadline
Humanity Rising MovementGrades 9-12; earn scholarships through service to your community; write your service story for a chance to win scholarships; select one of the service challenges on the website and follow instructions for becoming a Humanity Rising LEADERContinuous
at least $1,000
Leopold Schepp Foundation Scholarship Senior; financial need; good character; minimum 3.3 weighted gpa; plan to attend a four year college/university as a full time student; transcript; letters of recommendation; must request an application through the website; applications considered on first come first served basis.Continuous
36000
Marine Corps ScholarshipOpens January; Senior; must be the child of one of the following:
Active duty or reserve U.S. Marine
Veteran U.S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge, or who was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
Active duty or reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served, with a U.S. Marine unit
Veteran U.S. Navy Corpsman who served with a U.S. Marine unit and has received an honorable discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Navy as a Corpsman attached to a Marine unit
minimum 2.0 GPA; family adjusted gross income maximum $98,000; plan to attend a college or technical college; copy of tax returns; military service documentation
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up to $10,000
Marine Corps ScholarshipOpens January; Senior; must be the child of one of the following:
Active duty or reserve U.S. Marine
Veteran U.S. Marine who has received an honorable discharge, or who was killed while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
Active duty or reserve U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving, or has served, with a U.S. Marine unit
Veteran U.S. Navy Corpsman who served with a U.S. Marine unit and has received an honorable discharge, or was killed while serving in the U.S. Navy as a Corpsman attached to a Marine unit
minimum 2.0 GPA; family adjusted gross income maximum $98,000; plan to attend a college or technical college; copy of tax returns; military service documentation
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up to $10,000
Naval Sea Cadet CorpsAges 13-17; Exposes cadets to the full rigors of a military training program; After enrolling in the program, all Sea Cadets must attend a mandatory two-week recruit training session. These training sessions are taught all-around the country. The curriculum of this training is approved by the U.S. Navy and standardized at all training sites. Cadets receive 106 hours of instruction with a focus on the Navy's core values of honor, courage and commitment; After successful graduation from recruit training, Sea Cadets may choose from a wide variety of advanced training opportunities; After completing recruit training and other required courses of instruction, Sea Cadets can participate in two-week advanced training aboard Navy and Coast Guard vessels ranging from small patrol craft to large nuclear powered aircraft carriers.Continuous
free opportunity
Navy ROTCContinuous
Pulse of Perseverance Scholarship Senior; must have overcome adversity; must read the book, "Pulse of Perseverance: Three Black Doctors on Their Journey to Success" and submit a 250-word essay focusing on how they are currently making a difference in their community and why they believe they have the #pulseofperseverance. The essay should incorporate specific themes from the book that most resonate with you; transcript; must submit a short video on why they possess the #pulseofperseverance and what the scholarship will mean to them. Video clips must be no longer than 60 seconds. Videos become the property of Pulse of Perseverance and may be posted on their social websites. Videos should be emailed with your name in subject line to: pulsescholarships@gmail.comContinuous
varies based on need
Raise.me - Micro- ScholarshipsGrades 9-12. Start earning micro-scholarships toward an undergraduate education at participating colleges and universities throughout the U.S. Take a college Tour, Earn an "A", Perfect Attendance, Extra-curricular Activities, Community Service, etc. More info at:Continuous
up to $2,500 towards tuition at participating schools
Raise.me - Micro- ScholarshipsGrades 9-12. Start earning micro-scholarships toward an undergraduate education at participating colleges and universities throughout the U.S. Take a college Tour, Earn an "A", Perfect Attendance, Extra-curricular Activities, Community Service, etc. More info at:Continuous
up to $2,500 towards tuition at participating schools
Southern Scholarship Foundation, Inc.Rent Free Housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FAMU, or FGCU. Motivation, demonstrated through the awards and activities list submitted. Financial Need. Min. 3.0 GPA. Essay. Community Involvement. Letters of recommendation. Information and application at: http://www.southernscholarship.orgContinuous
low cost housing
The Thiel FellowshipSenior; The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year, $100,000 grant for young people who want to build new things instead of sit in a classroom. Fellows receive $100,000, spread out over two years. They do not take equity in your company. Between 20-30 people are chosen each year. If selected, students who are in school must stop for 2 years to accept the Fellowship.Continuous
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The Thiel FellowshipSenior; The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year, $100,000 grant for young people who want to build new things instead of sit in a classroom. Fellows receive $100,000, spread out over two years. They do not take equity in your company. Between 20-30 people are chosen each year. If selected, students who are in school must stop for 2 years to accept the Fellowship.Continuous
100000
United Negro College FundAwarding 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board. http://www.uncf.orgContinuous
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United Negro College FundAwarding 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board. http://www.uncf.orgContinuous
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United Negro College Fund General ScholarshipAwarding 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board. Go to: https://scholarships.uncf.org/Continuous
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United States Air Force AcademySenior; Highly Selective; exceptional academic achievement and leadership; minimum SAT 580 Verbal and 560 Math or 24 English/Reading and 25 Math/Science ACT; extracurricular involvement; fitness assessment; must secure a Congressional nomination;Continuous
full scholarship
United States Coast GuardContinuous
United States Coast GuardContinuous
United States Naval AcademyContinuous
UpNext - A free tool for college planning, prepping and sending college apps, finding money for collegeOpens in the Fall. Class of 2020; If selected, you will receive texts in the fall of your senior year of high school through the end of your freshman year of college. Your participation in the texting program is completely voluntary. At the conclusion of this program, Better Make Room will conduct an evaluation to see if receiving texts was helpful. Continuous
Venture Scholar Program- A free resource for minority, first-generation students interested in STEM careers.9th-12th grade; African American/Black, American Indian/Native American or Hispanic; minimum 3.0 weighted GPA; expressed interest in a career in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics-related field; minimum 10th-grade PSAT scores: 47 Math and Critical Reasoning; minimum 11th-grade PSAT scores: 50 in Math and Critical Reasoning; minimum SAT: 550 on Math and Critical Reasoning or ACT: 19 Math, Science, English and reading. Ventures Scholars Program is a FREE national resource developed to link underrepresented and first-generation college-bound students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) career pathways to information, resources, and opportunities nationwide. As part of the services, Ventures Scholars are connected to a partnership of selective higher education institutions nationwide and are also provided with a variety of e-communication tools to access information about scholarships, summer programs, STEM career pathway information and more!Continuous
mentorship and possible scholarships
Venture Scholar Program- A free resource for minority, first-generation students interested in STEM careers.9th-12th grade; African American/Black, American Indian/Native American or Hispanic; minimum 3.0 weighted GPA; expressed interest in a career in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics-related field; minimum 10th-grade PSAT scores: 47 Math and Critical Reasoning; minimum 11th-grade PSAT scores: 50 in Math and Critical Reasoning; minimum SAT: 550 on Math and Critical Reasoning or ACT: 19 Math, Science, English and reading. Ventures Scholars Program is a FREE national resource developed to link underrepresented and first-generation college-bound students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) career pathways to information, resources, and opportunities nationwide. As part of the services, Ventures Scholars are connected to a partnership of selective higher education institutions nationwide and are also provided with a variety of e-communication tools to access information about scholarships, summer programs, STEM career pathway information and more!Continuous
mentorship and possible scholarships
Florida Futures Project Essay CompetitionSenior; essay, maximum 1,250-words, about issues regarding complex challenges facing Florida; choose from one of 2 prompts!They are still determining when to close the competition and will update soon. Essays submitted after January 15th however will not be considered valid entries and will not be reviewed.
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JAMES ALAN COX FOUNDATION FOR STUDENT PHOTOJOURNALISTSSenior; The focus of work and entries is photojournalism. Various scholarships will be awarded to those students whose work "tells a story." This is a fairly broad topic and may include a variety of subject matter and approaches (breaking news, sporting events, etc.) Jim Cox, who was a television photojournalist in Phoenix, always "told a story" through his work, whether it was in video or still photography. Please enter only two (2) videos. Videos should be no longer than 3 minutes and no more than 18 MB file size. Videos may be in these formats: .mpg, .avi, .mov, .wmv, .mpeg, .mp4, .divx. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.Up to $2,50015-Nov
Maryknoll Student Essay ContestGrades 9-12; essay contest; submit original essay of 500-750 words; write an essay explaining how and with whom they share the Good News of God’s love.up to $1,00015-Nov
Most Valuable Student ScholarshipCurrent high school, seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligable to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent resident status does not qualify. 5000015-Nov
Soroptimist of Pompano Beach Violet Richardson AwardFemales ages 14-18; engaged in volunteer action within their communities or schools. The award is given to young women whose activities make the community and world a better place. Email completed applications to Dana Aliaga at dbgators@yahoo.com.Up to 1600015-Nov
Jack Kent Cook College Scholarship Program/Undocumented and DACA eligible students welcomeSenior; Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college or university beginning in fall 2018; Earn an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above; SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1200 or above and/or ACT composite score of 26 or above; Demonstrate significant unmet financial need. They will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. However, they anticipate that a majority of scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive a Pell grant.Up to 55,00018-Nov
AED Superstore College ScholarshipSeniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university. Written or Video Format on one of the six facts you were previously unaware of on Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Facts and forms available at website.100030-Nov
Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders (undoc, DACA welcome)Senior; at least one parent of Hispanic descent; US citizen, permanent resident, undocumented students welcome to apply; leadership; essay; resume; photo; letters of recommendation; transcript.$500-$1,000, plus all expenses paid trip to award ceremony in Chicago!30-Nov
Education Matters ScholarshipGrades 9-12; Essay contest; Essay prompt: What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a water of time and money?500030-Nov
ServiceScape ScholarshipSenior; at least 18 years old; essay contest100030-Nov
10X Digital Marketing Scholarship Eligibility: High school seniors and college undergraduate students, major (or plans to major) in a field related to digital marketing, must plan to take at least 10 credit hours during the Spring 2022 semester. Write a 500 word essay describing how digital marketing trends are changing the way we market to consumers.Varies1-Dec
Scholastic Art and Writing AwardsSenior; submit portfolio of work; judged on originality, technical skill, and emergence of a personal vision or voice; fees apply.up to $10,0001-Dec
Ted Rollins Eco ScholarshipEligibility: High school seniors and college undergraduate students. Major (or plans to major) in a field related to business, sustainability or marketing.
Must plan to take at least 10 credit hours during the Spring 2022 semester.
10001-Dec
7BinaryOptions.com ScholarshipEligibility: All students who are 16 years of age or older are encouraged to apply for our scholarship essay contest. High school students, undergraduate students, master degree students and adult learners are all also encouraged to apply.300015-Dec
AvaCare Medical ScholarshipSenior; US citizen or resident; minimum 3.0 GPA; plan to pursuing adegree in the medical field such as therapy, nursing, medicine, nutrition, laboratory science, dentistry, health law, etc. (Although all students with the above criteria are welcome to apply for this scholarship, preference will be given to students with a physical disability.) Your submission should be about an act of kindness that inspired you. The act of kindness which you found inspirational does not have to relate to your decision to study health or medicine. In addition, keep in mind that this scholarship is merit-based rather than need-based; sharing your financial situation or other reasons for requiring help with schooling will not increase your chances to win this scholarship.

Submissions should be your own unique work and cannot be published anywhere else online. Please see the previous year's submissions here for examples of submissions we've considered for the award in the past.
100015-Dec
Car Covers Scholarship ProgramEligibility: Any student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Fall 2021 or Spring 2022 at any accredited American college, university or trade school. Must write at least 1,000 word essay on what are the best ways to make a car last forever100015-Dec
Henry Morrison Flagler Scholarships Eligibility: Student must be an incoming freshman and a Florida resident and be eligible to receive a Florida Bright Futures Scholarship.72000 over four years15-Dec
Rubincam Youth Writing CompetitionEligibility: Young persons worldwide are eligible to apply. NGS membership is not required.
Students must apply under the appropriate age/grade award.
250-50015-Dec
Financial Literacy (YFL) Foundation ScholarshipSenior; Take a 30-question multiple choice quiz and answer one of three essay questions with a 500-word maximum essay$2,500 to $25,00019-Dec
FREE SPEECH Essay contestGrades 11-12; essay contest; submit an 800-1,000-word essay; first watch the YouTube video on the websiteup to $10,00031-Dec
MIT THINK Scholars ProgramGrades 9-12; US Citizen or resident; students propose a project that needs funding and the program selects up to six of the submitted projects to fund up to $1,000; Students then implement the project with assistance from MIT; Apply, work alone or with a team, submit your project proposal related to science, technology and engineering ideas; idea must be able to be implemented in one semester.$1,000 in funding for project implementation, $500 scholarship, mentorship and all-expenses paid trip to MIT1-Jan
Young Filmmakers ContestGrades 9-12; create a film from 3 to 8 minutes in length on one of the sustainability topics listed on the website;up to $1,0005-Jan
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program for Student LeadersSenior; US Citizen; financial need; minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA; strong academic performance; exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship; recommendation; interviewup to $40,0006-Jan
Ron Brown Scholar Program for African AmericansSenior; Black/African American; Must excel academically; exhibit exceptional leadership potential; participate in community service activities; financial need; US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.400009-Jan
Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award Deadline 2Grades 9-11; financial need; classical instrumentalists, vocalists and composers; strong musical ability; low income; strong academic achievement; strong test scores; maturity; leadership, commitment to giving back to the community; submit two unedited or unenhanced video or audio samples of your music; recommendations.$10,000 toward instrument purchases, summer camp tuition, college audition expenses or other music-related needs. Winner will appear on an NPR show and participate in an Arts Leadership Program10-Jan
Blaze Your Own Trail ScholarshipEligibility: Must be 17 years or older. Must be a current high school senior, undergraduate or graduate student and accepted to an accredited college or university within the US. Must be attending a college or university at some point within the 2022 school year. 100014-Jan
Live Más ScholarshipEligibility: Must be a legal resident and at least 16 years of age. Must be on-track to apply for or enrolled in an accredited post-high school/post-secondary educational program.5000-2500020-Jan
StudentCam CompetitionFor the 2021/2022 school year, we are asking students in grades 6-12 to create a short (5-6 minute) video documentary on a topic that relates to the competition theme, "How does the federal government impact your life?"Varies20-Jan
Miami Heat Alec Kessler Student-Athlete ScholarshipSenior; US Citizen or Permanent Resident; participates in a sport; minimum 3.2 unweighted GPA after 1st-semester senior year; financial need; letters of recommendation; writing sample; essay; community service; official transcript500029-Jan
Advocates Law ScholarshipWrite 300-500 word essay on the topic: What are some of the problems we face on the roads? How can you contribute to improving road safety? What laws (if any) could be changed to accomplish the goal of making streets safer for everyone?100031-Jan
Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars ProgramMust be First-Generation Student, be a full-time college student, and be a 2022 high school graduate intending to apply to FAU. Varies1-Feb
Kiwanis Children's Fund ScholarshipOnly members in good standing with Key Club International completing their final year of high school may apply.25001-Feb
Mu Alpha Theta ScholarshipGraduating senior or two-year college student who is an active member in good standing of a current Mu Alpha Theta chapter.4000-50001-Feb
The Harriet Fitzgerald ScholarshipA women who will begin attending an undergraduate women's college in the US or Canada in the Fall 2022 term.100001-Feb
McDonald's HACER National ScholarshipEligibility: High school senior, legal U.S. resident, under 21, minimum 2.8 GPA, and at least one parent of Hispanic heritage250003-Feb
The Davidson Institute Fellows ScholarshipsMust be 18 or younger by the deadline. Create a project that is deemed significant work and experts in the field recognize as meaningful and has the potential to make a positive contribution to society.10000-500009-Feb
The SCAD ChallengeEligibility: High school juniors and seniors. Submit an entry that consists of a single piece and demonstrate creativity, innovation, and strong understanding of aesthetics. Avaliable entry categories: 2D design, 3D design, Animation and game design, fashion, film, graphic design, performing arts, photography, and writing. 2000-400014-Feb
Roadway Worker Memorial Scholarship ProgramEligibility: Dependents of roadway workers killed or permanently disabled in roadway work zones.up to 1000015-Feb
The Vegitarian Resource GroupEligibility: 2022 Seniors. Write an essay about how you promoted vegetarianism in your high school and/or community.5000-1000020-Feb
Wolrd of 7BillionEligibility: 6th-12th. Create a video explaing how population growth impacts one of the following global challenges and offer an idea for a sustainable solution. The global challenges are: agriculture and food, ubanization, or ocean health. 300-120022-Feb
Anchor ScholarshipsFor Surface Navy family members pursuing a first-time technical certificate, two- or four-year degrees, and, for some, a graduate degree.Varies1-Mar
Life Lessons Scholarship ProgramMust be a legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico and be between 17-24 years of age. Submit an essay or video about how the death of a parent impacted their lives.Varies1-Mar
SEG ScholarshipMust be a high school senior planning to attend college next year or an undergraduate or graduate college student, about average grades, and intending to pursue a college curriculum directed toward a career in applied geophysics. 500-100001-Mar
Jeanette M. Russell Jazz ScholarshipMust be a Florida resident intending to major in Jazz.Varies4-Mar
Marine Corps Scholarship FoundationMust be a child of a Marine or Navy Corpsman, Chaplain or Religious Programs specialist attached to a Marine unit, have a cumulative GPA of 2.00, and have an adjusted gross income at or below the financial eligibility threshold determined by the Foundation on an annual basis. 1500-100004-Mar
Patient Advocate Foundation Undergraduate ScholarshipMust have been diagnosed with and/or been actively treated for cancer or a chronic illness within the past five years. Must show proof of illness and the acceptance letter of any college you plan on attending. Write an essay on how their dianosis has impacted their lives and future goals.120009-Mar
NPCA Foundation ScholarshipEligibility: Anyone pursing a career in manufacturing facilities, architectural firms, the specifying community, engineering firms and the general construction industry. 1450011-Mar
Brian Neal McLaughlin Memorial Scholarship Send your resume and a short essay (min. 250 words) detailing your vocational aspirations and how you would use this scholarship to help achieve your goals.50015-Mar
GoSkills ScholarshipAny female high-school or college student, who wants to start her own online business. 200015-Mar
Sleep ScholarshipsMust be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time studetn at an accredited US college or university for the semester that they are applying to receive the scholarship. Submit a written piece exploring their personal relationship with sleep health and the impact it's had on their education in an 800-1000 word essay.100020-Mar
American Fire Extinguisher Scholarship ProgramMust be a high school senior who are citizens or aliens legally residing in the USA. Complete the entry form along with answering an 8-question exam.20001-Apr
Minorities in STEMAnswer a couple questions and a short response of 200 words or less explaining the organizations you've been a part of and/or what you've done in your community to support and promote minority leadership.25001-Apr
Study.com Scholarship for African AmericansMust be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent U.S. Resident and of African American Heritage.5001-Apr
Study.com Scholarship for Latinx StudentsMust be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent U.S. Resident and of Hispanic Heritage.5001-Apr
Study.com Scholarship for Women in EngineeringMust be a female student planning on pursuing a degree with an engineering emphasis.5001-Apr
Study.com Scholarship for Women in STEMMust be a female student planning on pursuing a degree with a STEM program emphasis.5001-Apr
Pretty Presents for Lightroom Annual ScholarshipMust be a senior or already enrolled in college. Carefully research and compose an essay style Adobe Lightroom tutorial of 800-1000 words, with screenshots and photos included to illustratue you points on one of the following topics. 50015-Apr
Making a Difference For Autism ScholarshipMust complete all 5 parts of the application and have an autism diagnosis.50025-Apr
Ayn Rand Fountainhead Essay ContestRead the book Anthem and write a 600-1200 word essay answering one of the three topics.25-200028-Apr
RealtyHop 1000 ScholarshipMust be a senior or in an undergraduate program pursuing a bachelor's or associates degree. In 500 words or less, write an essay answering the prompt. 100030-Apr