Amount: $500 - $40,000
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:

The College Board Opportunity Scholarships program is open to all class of 2021 students in the United States, Puerto Rico and the US territories. 

The more effort you put in, the more opportunities you have to earn a scholarship. Complete all six steps, and you’re eligible to earn $40,000. Scholarships will be awarded through monthly drawings to students who complete each action.

Applying to college is a complicated process, so we've created a program that guides you through it. It doesn't require an essay, application, or minimum GPA. Instead, it rewards your effort and initiative. Complete key steps along your path to college for a chance to earn scholarships.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12, Other
Requirements:

Artworks on current events are eligible for $2,000 scholarships.

Works about personal grief, loss, and bereavement are eligible for $2,500 scholarships/travel funds.

High School seniors submitting a portfolio of six works are eligible for scholarships of up to $12,500.

Summer Scholarships - Full tuition scholarships are available to attend summer art or writing programs.

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards partner with dedicated individuals, foundations, and corporations to offer creative challenges and scholarship opportunities to students.

Amount: $1,250 - $10,000
Grades: 11
Requirements:

Scholarship applications are restricted to high school juniors who attend the current session of either The American Legion Boys State or American Legion Auxiliary Girls State program and are a direct descendant - i.e. child, grandchild, great grandchild, etc. - or a legally adopted child of a wartime U.S. military veteran who served on active duty during at least one of the periods of war officially designated as eligibility dates for American Legion membership.

Amount: $2,000 - $25,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

Eligible participants must be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. All contestants must be bona fide students herein described as any student under the age of 20 years on the date of the national contest who is presently enrolled in a high school or junior high school (public, parochial, military, private or home school). The curriculum of the school must be considered to be of high school level, commencing with grade 9 and terminating with grade 12. Students must be enrolled in high school or junior high school during the time of participation at any level of The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest. Contestants must either be legally domiciled within or attend an educational institution within the department that they enter competition. 

To request more information, visit www.legion.org/oratorical/request.

Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

Annual American Legion 3-Position Junior Air Rifle Championship

Two Categories:

Precision: Winner will receive $5,000 in college scholarships

Sporter: Winner will receive $5,000 in college scholarships

These scholarships are provided in part by The American Legion and The Sons of the American Legion.

Second place finishers in each category will each receive $1,000 in college scholarships generously provided by The American Legion Auxiliary.

Junior Shooting Sports scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive their scholarships upon enrollment to an accredited trade school, college, or university in the United States. All scholarship claims are a two-party check: to the student AND the school.

Scholarship recipients must utilize the total award within eight (8) years, excluding active military duty or religious mission.

The winners in both Precision and Sporter category will receive an expense paid trip to The American Legion National Convention where they will be honored as part of the Youth Champions Delegation.

Learn more about the Junior Shooting Sports Program »

Amount: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be between the ages of 17 and 26
• Have a high school GPA of at least 2.50
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Score a minimum of 1000 on the SAT (math/verbal) or 19 on the ACT (excluding the required writing test scores)
• Meet physical standards
• Agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in a Reserve Component (Army Reserve or Army National Guard)

The Four-Year High School Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. Contact your high school academic advisor or campus Military Science department for more information.

Army ROTC scholarships consist of:

• Two-, three-, and four-year scholarship options based on the time remaining to complete your degree
• Full-tuition scholarships
• The option for room and board in place of tuition, if you should qualify
• Additional allowances for books and fees

Amount: Varies
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

Whatever your passion, there are a number of scholarships for you to consider. To view all available scholarships, please click here.

• NEED & MERIT BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
• USF WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP & PHILANTHROPY
• AFRICAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS
• ACCESSIBILITIES SCHOLARSHIPS
• BLACK LEADERSHIP NETWORK
• LATINO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The USF Foundation Scholarship Office is here to offer support to the USF student community through scholarship aid from USF Foundation donors. We are committed to being the best resource of customer service to past, present and future USF students and educating and encouraging the development of these students into future philanthropists.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:

• Must be US citizen and at least 17 years of age
• Minimum scores on at least one test: 1000 SAT/22 ACT/74 ASVAB

For additional requirements visit https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/nstc/nrotc/requirements.aspx.

For more information, contact Sergeant Dowling at 407-398-9434 or Durrell.Dowling@marines.usmc.mil.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

• All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution (high school and college) in the United States or Puerto Rico.
• All applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
• Student must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA (high school and college).

Denny's Hungry for Education™ scholarship program recognizes students by awarding them with scholarships for their ideas to help Denny’s unite communities.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

See website for criteria and eligibility.

www.stampsscholars.org

Applying for a Stamps Scholarship is easy: just apply to one or more of our partner schools. If you qualify, you’ll automatically be considered for a Stamps award.

Click here to view the partner schools.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

• High school seniors
• cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0
• U.S. citizen or resident

Amount: $1,000
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

All high school students are eligible to apply.

The SuperCollege Scholarship is available to all students — high school, undergraduate, graduate, and returning adults. Win up to $1,000 in funds applicable for tuition, room and board, books, or other education-related expenses. Applicants must complete an online form. The recipient will be chosen based on completeness of the application.

Amount: $200
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

All high school students are eligible to apply.

Apply for the monthly Varsity Tutors Scholarship for a chance to win a $200 grand prize. Students must submit an essay, promote their essay on social media, and score the most votes. 

Amount: $2,500
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

• Applicant must be a legal resident of the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Applicant must be at least 13-years-old.
• Applicant must be currently enrolled in 8th - 12th grade in a school. Homeschool qualifies as well.

Cirkled In is the award-winning, secure, FREE platform for students to create an electronic portfolio showcasing their holistic skills and achievements. Get discovered by colleges and increase your success rate for all applications - from internships to summer jobs and more.

Amount: Up to $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

To qualify, applicants must graduate in calendar year 2022 with a GPA of 2.5 or above and enroll in a participating career college. Applicants may also be requested to demonstrate commitment to community service and/or financial need.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:

• Entries should be 650 words or less.
• Students in 11th or 12th grades are eligible to enter.
• The contest is open to residents of the United States and its territories.

Scholarships for Writers of Color are available to all people of color—historically underrepresented non-white people—who aspire to improve their writing skills, either in the fields of creative writing or elsewhere. With more diversity, the world of writing becomes wiser and more vibrant.

We offer the following scholarships, each of which will go to at least three winners on an annual basis.

Scriptwriting Scholarship

• Choice of two scriptwriting courses (Online, Zoom, or NYC), plus a one-on-one Mentorship after completion of the courses, plus the latest version of Final Draft

• Application window: December 1 – February 15

College Admission Essay Coaching Scholarship

• One-on-one sessions in our College Essay Coaching program
• Application window: March 1 – May 15

Publish a Book Scholarship

• Query Letter Coaching with a literary agent, plus a seat at a Pitching Roundtable at a Gotham Writers Conference, plus classes in How to Get Published and Nonfiction Book Proposal

• Application window: June 1 – August 15

Creative Writing Scholarship

• Choice of three creative writing courses (Online, Zoom, or NYC), plus a one-on-one Mentorship after completion of the three courses
• Application window: September 1 – November 15

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

This resource shares 45+ financial aid scholarships for future and current students as well as potential graduate students to supplement the cost of education or professional development endeavors. Information on where to find scholarships and grants is supplied. Also highlighted within the resource are opportunities dedicated to specific demographics such as African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Students, Native Americans, and much more. The featured scholarships are current and are provided by trusted organizations. The resource will constantly be updated to ensure students can apply to the most accurate scholarships available.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Scholarships are based on academic merit, extracurricular activities (e.g., community service organizations, ROTC, Robotics, etc.), talents, or demographics. Some scholarships consider financial need and will require that you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). 

After you submit your initial application, we encourage you to check periodically to see if any additional scholarships become available. 

Please note: You must activate your USF NetID and email to log in to the scholarship application and begin applying for scholarships. 

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12, Adult, Other
Requirements:

HCC has several merit-based, career-based, and needs-based scholarships available to students. The HCC Foundation also offers a variety of scholarships.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12, Adult, Other
Requirements:

UT offers generous scholarships and grants based on academic achievement, talent and financial need. The following programs are available to new undergraduates seeking their first baccalaureate degree. All institutional grants and scholarships are available in the fall and spring semesters and require full-time enrollment, unless otherwise noted. Institutional scholarships and grants are a reduction on UT's full-time undergraduate tuition rate. Students must be assessed the full-time undergraduate tuition rate for the terms in which they seek to receive institutional scholarships and grants (exclusions for Study Abroad experiences apply). Annual scholarship and grant award amounts are divided evenly between the fall and spring semesters only. Scholarships are renewable annually and require a minimum GPA be maintained; see Financial Aid Renewal for more information.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

For graduating seniors planning to enroll in an HBCU.

Amount: 4-Year Florida College Plan
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

Governor Ron DeSantis’ and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest is open to all students attending any Florida school in grades 6-12 (public, charter, private, home or virtual). 

Visit http://floridahispanicheritage.com/ for the official rules and contest guidelines.

This year’s theme is “Celebrating Hispanic-American Community Leaders and Champions".

Amount: $500
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:

When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?

Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.

You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

Amount: $500
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Eligibility Requirements: 

• Identify as a woman of color
• Be a first-year college student or a graduating high school senior planning to attend a 2- or 4-year higher learning institution in the upcoming fall semester
• Reside and/or attend school in the Tampa Bay area (Citrus, DeSoto, Hardee, Hernando, Hillsborough, Highlands, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota counties)

General Application Guidelines:

Must submit the following information with your application:

• A completed application (including essays)
• unofficial high school transcripts
• Copy of university/college acceptance letter (a copy/screenshot of current courses will suffice)

Application Deadline: 

• September 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM

About the Scholarship:

The Lydia Cruz & Sandra Maria Ramos Scholarship was established in March of 1995 by the founding members of Delta Tau Lambda Sorority, Inc. (DTL) to honor the two women in their lives committed to education and a passion for learning. Each year during the annual Salute to Latinas, the scholarship is awarded to the applicant who best demonstrates leadership, community involvement, and passion.

Award:

This year we will be awarding one $500 scholarship, which will be presented during our Salute to Latinas event on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the University of South Florida. Please note, that if awarded the scholarship, attendance is not mandatory but highly encouraged. 

About DTL:
Delta Tau Lambda Sorority, Inc. is a community service-oriented sorority whose main objectives are academic excellence and community service. Members of the organization strive to bring about change in the Latino community, and in other communities of color, by empowering our youth. To learn more about the organization, visit www.deltataulambda.org.

Amount: $5,000 - $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• First, the applicant be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Furthermore, the applicant must currently be a junior or senior attending high school in the U.S. for the flight training scholarships.
• For the aircraft mechanic scholarship, applicants must currently be a senior attending high school in the U.S.
• Applicants must be turning 16 years of age or older on or before December 31, 2020 (flight training); or, you must be 18 years old by time of completing program (aircraft mechanic)
• All applicants must be able to start training within 12 months of receiving the scholarship.
• Also, you must be able to use the scholarship within 24 months.
• Additionally, you must have parent or guardian’s approval if under 18 years of age.
• Most importantly, applicants must have consistent, reliable transportation to attend Epic Flight Academy or be willing to relocate here during training.
• Finally, you must be able to present a Third Class Medical for the flight training scholarship.

Amount: $2,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

To be eligible, you must:

• be a High School Senior, graduating in 2025
• have an unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher
• be a current resident of the U.S. (specifically within 120 mile radius of Tampa Bay)
• be a participant in individual or team sport sponsored by a school or local club

Thank you for applying for PCA - Tampa Bay's Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship and Mentoring program!

A Triple-Impact Competitor® makes positive contributions on three levels: makes oneself better (Personal Mastery), makes teammates better (Leadership), and makes the sport better (Honoring the Game). 

To be eligible, you must:

• be a High School Senior, graduating in 2025
• have an unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher
• be a current resident of the U.S. (specifically within 120 mile radius of Tampa Bay)
• be a participant in individual or team sport sponsored by a school or local club

Part of PCA - Tampa Bay's Scholarship program includes mentoring from local professionals that were formerly student-athletes.  Up to 50 Finalists will be named in November 2024, who will be invited to participate in an in-person interview process in January 2025.  Up to 25 Winners will be announced in the Spring of 2025, who will receive multiple opportunities for mentoring along with the monetary scholarship.

Please contact pcatampabay@positivecoach.org with any questions or concerns you have about the application process. 

Amount: $1,000 - $10,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Have a cumulative weighted high school grade point average (GPA) of a B (3.0) or better.
• Participate or have participated in grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one of the sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games, or the National Federation of State High School Association. 
• Be a leader in school and in the community and serve as a role model for underclassman.

The Heisman High School Scholarship program is looking for all types of high-achieving seniors from more than 29,000 public and private high schools within the U.S. We consider young men and women who participate in a wide range of sports as well as school and community activities.

Amount: $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Current high school (or home-schooled) student attending a school in the U.S. (or select DoD schools) who will graduate during the 2024-2025 academic school year.
• U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, or Humanitarian Parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by U.S. Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid eligibility.
• Expecting to receive high school diploma during current academic year.
• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
• Able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA in high school coursework.

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities

Amount: $5,000 - $30,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

• Open to students in grades 9-12 enrolled by the Oct. 31 deadline in public, private, parochial school, or home study program in the U.S., its territories or its possessions.

Veterans of Foreign Wars offers two scholarship opportunities:

• Established in 1947, the Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. The 2024-2025 thems is "Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?"

   

• The Patriot's Pen essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme.  The 2024-2025 theme is: 'My Voice in American Democracy'

Amount: up to $15,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

To be eligible, you must:

• Participants must be individuals between the ages of 14 – 18 when applying and not older than 18 by the end of the entry period (November 4, 2021). 
• Participants must be legal residents of the United States or Puerto Rico. 
• Participants must have started their project on or before June 3, 2024.
• Winners must bring one chaperone to the in-person event in April.
• Applications must be submitted in English.

For more information, visit Prudential's FAQ's at https://spirit.prudential.com/faq.

Amount: $1,000 - $7,500 renewable yearly
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• You must be a current high school senior. High school graduates are not eligible.
• You must be a citizen of the United States on the date your application is submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

Note: You do not have to be a member (or the dependent of a member) of the Elks to qualify.

The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in the 2021 competition.

Ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.

Click here for FAQ's.

Amount: Varies up to $40,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2024.
• Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2024.
• GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
• Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with a maximum annual gross income of $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new  College Scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $40,000.  During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents.

The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities.

Click here for FAQ's.

Amount: $2,500 - $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Be current high school seniors in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year.
• Demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in school, community or work activities
• Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information.
• Have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Equitable Foundation has established the Equitable Excellence℠ Scholarship Program to assist high school seniors who are planning to continue their education at a two- or four-year college in the United States by Fall 2022.

Amount: $40,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Must be Black/African American.
• Must excel academically.
• Must exhibit exceptional leadership potential.
• Must participate in community service activities.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card.
• Be a current high school senior at the time of your application.

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans.

Amount: 4-Year Tuition
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• For students attending University of Miami
• Open only to U.S. citizens who are residents of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia, graduating from an accredited high school within their home state. 
• Minimum unweighted GPA of 3.75 on a 4.0 scale and a well-rounded college preparatory curriculum are required.
• Participation in school or community activities, a strong work ethic, and a history of overcoming significant adversity will be considered.
• School Counselor Nomination Form must be submitted by November 1
• Admissions application must be submitted by November 1
• Student Essay must by submitted by November 7
• Student CSS Profile must be submitted by November 15
• FAFSA must be submitted by Feburary 1

The George W. Jenkins Scholarship is one of the premier scholarships available to students at the University of Miami. This scholarship is awarded to high school seniors with strong academic credentials, significant financial need, and a history of overcoming adversity.

Jenkins Scholars receive the full cost of attendance for four years of undergraduate study at UM. The award includes tuition and fees, on-campus housing, a meal plan, University health insurance, and a laptop allowance. Students may also receive a stipend for books, transportation, and personal expenses.

With the support of the Office of Academic Enhancement, Jenkins Scholars take part in exclusive programs, benefit from one-on-one advising, participate in group community service efforts, and are personally referred for additional prestigious academic opportunities.

Amount: $250 - $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Applicants must be a high school senior or current undergraduate student, be enrolled in or planning to attend a U.S. college or university and submit their application, with all components, by the deadline.

Applicants must submit an essay (700 - 1,400 words) answering the provided question for the current year.

Two (1st and 2nd place) scholarships will be awarded

• First Place Winner: $1,000
• Second Place Winner: $250

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

PAPER APPLICATION - REQUEST FROM YOUR CAREER SPECIALIST OR SCHOOL COUNSELOR

• Class of 2024
• Acceptance to a university, college, junior/community college or vocational institution of choice within the state of Florida
• Submission of 5-paragraph essay on subject of 'What does Freedom of Speech Mean to You?'

The FL Eastern Star Tuition Grant Program is awarded to students who are legal residents of Florida and who will be graduating from a Florida high school, including home school, in one of the 67 counties in 2024 and plan on attending an accredited university, college, junior/community college or vocational institution within the state of Florida. This is a one-time tuition grant. A total of $30,000 is to be split among the particular awardees depending upon the type of assistance payment. The applicant must submit a five-paragraph essay on the subject of 'What does Freedom of Speech Mean to You?'

Submit completed and signed application no later than January 1, 2024. Package should include:

• Copy of acceptance to school of choice (if you have received)
• Essay
• Completed application

Package can me mailed OR emailed to:

Lois A. Casaccia P.G.M.; Member of the Finance Committee

The Grand Chapter of Florida Order of the Eastern Star, Charitable Foundation, Inc.

1410 Crooked Stick Drive, Valrico, FL 33596

Email: loismock3@aol.com

Amount: $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Must be a United States resident attending a public, private, home or parochial school in one of the following Florida counties: Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas or Polk
• Must be in grade 12 (or equivalent in their final year of high school) as of the date of entry
• Have an overall GPA, as of the date of entry, of at least 3.5 on a scale of 4.0.

Spectrum Bay News 9 is proud to present the Project Weather Scholarship Contest. A $1,000 check will be awarded to seven high school seniors in public, private or parochial schools who excel in science.

Amount: $1,500
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Essay
• GPA 3.75 or higher

Scholarship Application & Documents

Amount: $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• GPA 3.25 or higher

Scholarship Application & Documents

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
• Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.

• Applicants have until Jan. 15 to write an essay of not more than 550 words explaining their career, academic and/or vocational goals and how they plan to achieve those goals. For more information, read our scholarship FAQ.

The Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program awards more than $200,000 in assistance every year to college-bound students around the globe. Scholarships are awarded based solely on 550-word essays expressing applicants’ academic and professional goals and how their personal experiences will help them to accomplish those goals.

Amount: $40,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Fossi is looking for students interested in making an impact and innovation through science, engineering, and math. 

• A high school student looking to make the world or your community a better place?
• Plan to attend an HBCU next year?
• Have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math?

Preferred majors may include, but are not limited to:

• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Math
• Computer Science
• Biochemistry
• Material Science
• Environmental Sciences
• IT
• Sustainability
• Agriculture/Science

Amount: $500 - $4,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Current and retired members of unions that participate in any Union Plus program, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations) can apply for a Union Plus Scholarship. Grandchildren are not eligible unless a legal dependent (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2024.

Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program has awarded more than $4.8 million to students of union families. Over 3,200 union families have benefited from our commitment to higher education.
This program is offered through the Union Plus Education Foundation, which is sponsored by Union Privilege.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Click here for individual scholarship requirements and to complete your application.

Generous donors to the Pasco Education Foundation help make these scholarships possible for students. A committee of application reviewers award scholarships to graduating seniors in Pasco County Public Schools who have applied and met certain criteria through a competitive process. If you are awarded a scholarship, you will need to complete a few steps in order to receive your scholarship funds. Scholarships are typically awarded for one academic year or term, unless otherwise noted. Scholarship recipients have up to one year to claim their funds.

Amount: 4-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

• Be a Florida resident
• Attend school in Florida in grades 4-12 (including public, charter, private, home or virtual)
• Provide a Social Security Number. Each student may enter only one essay, written in English, no longer than 500 words.
• Submit an essay on this year's theme: Celebrating African-American Contributions to Florida’s History

Students should write about an African-American who has had an impactful and inspiring effect on their community whose story should be shared. The subject of the essay should be a Floridian.

Three winners will be selected: one elementary school student (grades 4-5), one middle school student (grades 6-8) and one high school student (grades 9-12). Each winner will receive a 4-Year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.

Amount: $2,500 - $10,000
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:

Multiple scholarships available.  Visit www.aopa.org for individual scholarship requirements.

Scholarships are available in multiple categories, including primary (sport, recreational, and private pilot) certification, instrument rating, and aviation maintenance technician certification. We also have up to 120 scholarships at $10,000 each for high school students and teachers to train for their private pilot certificate. Scholarship awards range from $2,500 to $14,000

Amount: up to $12,500 per year
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Applicants must be dependent children of full-time employees in the financial services industry (commercial banks, investment banks, securities brokerage firms, insurance companies, fund and asset management companies, credit card and finance companies and similar businesses as determined by the Foundation). Employees must be presently employed with five years of experience OR no longer employed in this field but had ten years of experience which ended no longer than five years prior to the GAR Scholarship application closing date (which is located on the top of the application).
• Students must be graduating high school seniors who are enrolling as full time first year students in pursuit of a four-year bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States.
• Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and rank in the top 20% of their class.
• Students must demonstrate financial need.
• Students must be a US citizen or legal resident.

GAR's mission is to award grants to support the higher education goals of its recipients. The recipients of GAR scholarships are exceptionally qualified high school students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry. You can view the Master List of companies which meet this definition; however, this list is not exhaustive. If you feel that a company which is not on the list meets this definition, please send an email to info@gordonrich.org with the name, location, phone number, and description of the organization.

Amount: $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Be an African American female living in or from (if a college student) Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas or Polk County.
• Be a graduating senior with plans to attend an accredited institution of higher education OR currently enrolled in either a 4-year College/University or 2-year Community College as a fulltime student.
• Hold an unweighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher out of a 4.0 scale.
• Have completed a minimum of 25 hours of Volunteer Service.
• Respond to the essay question below in 300-500 words:
  • This scholarship is designed to assist students in achieving their educational goals, describe in detail what or who inspired you to pursue your intended major?

SISTUHS, Incorporated is a national community service organization promoting the personal growth and development of African American Women. The organization was created to improve the social disposition of underrepresented populations through community service, education, and other social services in our respective communities.

Amount: Full Tuition and housing
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale)
• Have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities.
• Study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines
• Demonstrate leadership and community service
• Submit an official transcript with the school seal and an authorized official's signature
• Submit a signed application (original signature only)
• 21 ACT, 1080 SAT scores

The goal of the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is to increase the number of minorities studying agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, and the related disciplines.

Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:

You are eligible to apply if you:

• You are undocumented and came to the United States before November 1, 2018, and have continuously lived in the United States since then or have DACA or TPS;

• Came to the United States before the age of 16 (if you were born in the U.S. – you are not eligible for our scholarship);

• Have significant unmet financial need;
• Have graduated or will graduate from a United States high school (or have earned or will earn a high school equivalency diploma) before the fall of 2024
• Graduated or will graduate with a GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale;
• Have not earned more than 21 credits in a community college or a 4-year college or university before the Fall of 2022 (not counting credits earned in a pre-college or dual enrollment program in high school);
• Intend to enroll full-time in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at a Partner College no later than the Spring term of 2025
• Are eligible for in-state tuition at the Partner College you want to attend (not applicable if it is a private Partner College).

The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees up to a maximum of $16,500 for an associate degree and $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree, at one of our Partner Colleges. Please note, some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation. 

The award is renewable each year – you simply have to meet the continuing eligibility criteria.

Amount: $2000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Florida PTA offers a minimum of four (4) scholarships, one each in the following categories: University, Fine Arts, Community College, and Vo-Tech, to a student graduating from a PTSA high school each year. This is a one-time (non-renewable) award of $2,000.00 and will be awarded to a worthy student who is interested in getting a start in life through higher education. Must be a member of PTA/PTSA for 30 days. See website for info and application: 

Amount: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:

National Junior Scholarship

• Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
• Be a United States citizen

Bergeron Everglades Environmental Steward Scholarship

• Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the state of Florida
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at a college or university in Florida
• Must pursue a degree in environmental sciences/studies
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
• Be a United States citizen

Denny Sanford Nova Southeastern University Scholarship – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL immediately after high school graduation
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5
• Be a United States citizen

Patricia Cole Scholarship

• Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree in business or STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5
• Be a United States citizen

State Scholarship – Florida

• Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in Florida
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
• Be a United States citizen

Vance Cryer Marine Corps Scholarship

• Be the child of a wounded or deceased United States Marine
• Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in the United States
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
• Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
• Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5
• Be a United States citizen

The Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The Horatio Alger Association seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need.

Amount: Up to $11,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Be a high school senior and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Be a bona fide resident within the service area of Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, Inc., for at least one year prior to December 31.
• Be the dependent of a Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, Inc., member.
• Plan to attend an in-state college, university or technical school full time (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester).

Successful candidates will receive $1,375 per semester (maximum $11,000) for undergraduate studies. Applications are available at any WREC office, or you may download and print a copy of the application by clicking here: Scholarship Application Form. Completed applications must be returned to WREC Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 278, Dade City, FL 33526-0278. The screening and recommendation of candidates will be at the discretion of a committee designated by WREC.

Amount: $400 - $5,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

Applicants are asked to write a 1,200 to 1,500-word essay that describes the impact of Alzheimer’s disease on themselves, their families or their communities, and what they have learned in light of coping with the brain disorder.

Open to all high school seniors who plan to enter an accredited college/university in 2026

AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship provides educational funding to college-bound high school seniors who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

Applicants are asked to write an essay (1,500 word maximum) or submit a video no more than 4 minutes long, describing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness on themselves, their families or their communities, and what they have learned.

The grand prize winner receives $5,000, with additional prizes awarded for runners up. More than $428,000 in college scholarships have been awarded since the program’s inception.

Amount: Up to $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• Children of U.S. military members who died while on active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001.
• Children of post-9/11 veterans having been assigned a combined disability rating of 50 percent or greater by the Department of Veterans Affairs also qualify.

Visit www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy/about for eligibility and required application materials.

The American Legion Legacy Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship designed to fulfill a financial gap remaining after all federal and state educational grants/scholarships available to an eligible applicant have been utilized.

Amount: Up to $10,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:

• High School Senior
• Childhood diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes
• Successfully managing diabetes with proper medication, exercise and diet
• Commitment to education by maintaining in excess of a 3.0 grade point average
• Commitment to participating in athletics by actively participating on an organized team
• United States Citizen

The Scott and Kim Verplank Foundation provides annually, renewable college scholarships to students beginning their undergraduate studies of up to $10,000 to be used toward tuition, student fees, and books. Scholarships are renewable for up to a maximum of four years for any one recipient based on completing the renewal requirements.