The Pasco County Schools Scholarship database provides information and resources on various scholarship opportunities for students. Carefully review each scholarship before beginning your application. Although most of the scholarships listed target students in the 12th grade, there are some opportunities for students in additional grades. This database will be updated frequently, so check back often.
For questions, please contact your school’s College/Career Specialist.
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/student-life/scholarships-minority-students/ |
Additional Information: |
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? |
Deadline: | 10/08/2024 |
Website: | https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php |
Additional Information: | 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: | Varies |
Grades: | 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.html |
Additional Information: | 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:
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Amount: | 4-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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. |
Deadline: | 02/07/2025 |
Website: | http://www.floridablackhistory.com/student-contests.html |
Additional Information: | 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: | $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. |
Deadline: | 12/31/2024 |
Website: | https://www.brookslawgroup.com/about-us/community/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: | Two (1st and 2nd place) scholarships will be awarded
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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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/ |
Additional Information: | 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: | $1,000 - $7,500 renewable yearly |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
Note: You do not have to be a member (or the dependent of a member) of the Elks to qualify. |
Deadline: | 11/15/2024 |
Website: | https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Amount: | $5,000 - $20,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 10/01/2024 |
Website: | https://epicflightacademy.com/aviation-scholarship/?utm_source=2019+High+School+Educators&utm_campaign=9ad80a9f56-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_10_15_03_39_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e17a7bc57c-9ad80a9f56-90834815 |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.hccfl.edu/paying-college/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships-grants-and-work-study/scholarships |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | 09/18/2024 |
Website: | http://floridahispanicheritage.com/student-contests/ |
Additional Information: | This year’s theme is “Celebrating Hispanic-American Community Leaders and Champions". |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.imagine-america.org/10172-2/? |
Additional Information: |
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 » |
Deadline: | Varies |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/shooting |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/oratorical |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.dennyshungryforeducation.com/scholarships-pyd-hs |
Additional Information: | Denny's Hungry for Education™ scholarship program recognizes students by awarding them with scholarships for their ideas to help Denny’s unite communities. |
Amount: | $1,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 01/08/2025 |
Website: | https://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/community/project-weather |
Additional Information: | 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: | up to $15,000 |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: | To be eligible, you must:
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Deadline: | 09/28/2024 |
Website: | https://www.changemakers.com/en/challenge/emergingvisionaries/eligibility-criteria-awards |
Additional Information: | For more information, visit Prudential's FAQ's at https://spirit.prudential.com/faq. |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/samsung |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.writingclasses.com/community/scholarships-for-writers-of-color |
Additional Information: | 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
College Admission Essay Coaching Scholarship
Publish a Book Scholarship
Creative Writing Scholarship
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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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.artandwriting.org/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards partner with dedicated individuals, foundations, and corporations to offer creative challenges and scholarship opportunities to students. |
Amount: | Up to $10,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 04/15/2024 |
Website: | http://verplankfoundation.com/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: | See website for criteria and eligibility. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.stampsscholars.org/ |
Additional Information: | 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: | 12 |
Requirements: | For graduating seniors planning to enroll in an HBCU. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarships/open-scholarships/ |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | $500 - $4,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 01/31/2025 |
Website: | https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/union-plus-scholarships |
Additional Information: | 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. |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.ut.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://foundation.usf.edu/here/scholarship-office/available-scholarships |
Additional Information: | 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: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | $5,000 - $30,000 |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 10/31/2024 |
Website: | https://www.vfw.org/VOD |
Additional Information: | Veterans of Foreign Wars offers two scholarship opportunities:
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Amount: | $2,500 |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://cirkledin.com/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | 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: | $40,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: | Fossi is looking for students interested in making an impact and innovation through science, engineering, and math.
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Deadline: | 01/31/2023 |
Website: | https://futureofstemscholars.org/fossi |
Additional Information: | Preferred majors may include, but are not limited to:
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Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
For additional requirements visit https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/nstc/nrotc/requirements.aspx. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/nstc/nrotc/scholarships.aspx |
Additional Information: | For more information, contact Sergeant Dowling at 407-398-9434 or Durrell.Dowling@marines.usmc.mil. |
Amount: | $1,000 |
Grades: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: | All high school students are eligible to apply. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | http://www.supercollege.com/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship |
Additional Information: | 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: 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: $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: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:
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:
Amount: 4-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
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: $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
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: $1,000 - $7,500 renewable yearly
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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.
Amount: $5,000 - $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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: 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: 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: $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: $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: Varies
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
Amount: Varies
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
Denny's Hungry for Education™ scholarship program recognizes students by awarding them with scholarships for their ideas to help Denny’s unite communities.
Amount: $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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: up to $15,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
To be eligible, you must:
For more information, visit Prudential's FAQ's at https://spirit.prudential.com/faq.
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: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:
College Admission Essay Coaching Scholarship
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: Up to $10,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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.
Amount: Varies
Grades: 12
Requirements:
See website for criteria and eligibility.
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: 12
Requirements:
For graduating seniors planning to enroll in an HBCU.
Amount: $500 - $4,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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, 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: 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.
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: 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: $5,000 - $30,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
Veterans of Foreign Wars offers two scholarship opportunities:
Amount: $2,500
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
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: $40,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
Fossi is looking for students interested in making an impact and innovation through science, engineering, and math.
Preferred majors may include, but are not limited to:
Amount: Varies
Grades: 11, 12
Requirements:
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: $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: | $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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.artandwriting.org/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/samsung |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/oratorical |
Additional Information: |
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 » |
Deadline: | Varies |
Website: | https://www.legion.org/scholarships/shooting |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.html |
Additional Information: | 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:
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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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://foundation.usf.edu/here/scholarship-office/available-scholarships |
Additional Information: | 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: |
For additional requirements visit https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/nstc/nrotc/requirements.aspx. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.public.navy.mil/netc/nstc/nrotc/scholarships.aspx |
Additional Information: | For more information, contact Sergeant Dowling at 407-398-9434 or Durrell.Dowling@marines.usmc.mil. |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.dennyshungryforeducation.com/scholarships-pyd-hs |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.stampsscholars.org/ |
Additional Information: | 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: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.opploans.com/oppu/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | $1,000 |
Grades: | 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: | All high school students are eligible to apply. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | http://www.supercollege.com/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship |
Additional Information: | 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: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://cirkledin.com/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.imagine-america.org/10172-2/? |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.writingclasses.com/community/scholarships-for-writers-of-color |
Additional Information: | 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
College Admission Essay Coaching Scholarship
Publish a Book Scholarship
Creative Writing Scholarship
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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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/student-life/scholarships-minority-students/ |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.hccfl.edu/paying-college/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships-grants-and-work-study/scholarships |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.ut.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | Varies |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: | For graduating seniors planning to enroll in an HBCU. |
Deadline: | Ongoing |
Website: | https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarships/open-scholarships/ |
Additional Information: |
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. |
Deadline: | 09/18/2024 |
Website: | http://floridahispanicheritage.com/student-contests/ |
Additional Information: | 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? |
Deadline: | 10/08/2024 |
Website: | https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php |
Additional Information: | 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: | $5,000 - $20,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 10/01/2024 |
Website: | https://epicflightacademy.com/aviation-scholarship/?utm_source=2019+High+School+Educators&utm_campaign=9ad80a9f56-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_10_15_03_39_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e17a7bc57c-9ad80a9f56-90834815 |
Additional Information: |
Amount: | $5,000 - $30,000 |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 10/31/2024 |
Website: | https://www.vfw.org/VOD |
Additional Information: | Veterans of Foreign Wars offers two scholarship opportunities:
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Amount: | up to $15,000 |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: | To be eligible, you must:
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Deadline: | 09/28/2024 |
Website: | https://www.changemakers.com/en/challenge/emergingvisionaries/eligibility-criteria-awards |
Additional Information: | For more information, visit Prudential's FAQ's at https://spirit.prudential.com/faq. |
Amount: | $1,000 - $7,500 renewable yearly |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
Note: You do not have to be a member (or the dependent of a member) of the Elks to qualify. |
Deadline: | 11/15/2024 |
Website: | https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm |
Additional Information: | 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. |
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. |
Deadline: | 12/31/2024 |
Website: | https://www.brookslawgroup.com/about-us/community/scholarship/ |
Additional Information: | Two (1st and 2nd place) scholarships will be awarded
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Amount: | $1,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 01/08/2025 |
Website: | https://www.baynews9.com/fl/tampa/community/project-weather |
Additional Information: | 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: | $40,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: | Fossi is looking for students interested in making an impact and innovation through science, engineering, and math.
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Deadline: | 01/31/2023 |
Website: | https://futureofstemscholars.org/fossi |
Additional Information: | Preferred majors may include, but are not limited to:
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Amount: | $500 - $4,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 01/31/2025 |
Website: | https://www.unionplus.org/benefits/education/union-plus-scholarships |
Additional Information: | 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. |
Amount: | 4-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship |
Grades: | 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Requirements: |
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. |
Deadline: | 02/07/2025 |
Website: | http://www.floridablackhistory.com/student-contests.html |
Additional Information: | 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: | Up to $10,000 |
Grades: | 12 |
Requirements: |
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Deadline: | 04/15/2024 |
Website: | http://verplankfoundation.com/scholarships/ |
Additional Information: | 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. |
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:
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:
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.
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:
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:
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.
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:
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:
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:
College Admission Essay Coaching Scholarship
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: $5,000 - $20,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
Amount: $5,000 - $30,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
Veterans of Foreign Wars offers two scholarship opportunities:
Amount: up to $15,000
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
To be eligible, you must:
For more information, visit Prudential's FAQ's at https://spirit.prudential.com/faq.
Amount: $1,000 - $7,500 renewable yearly
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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.
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
Amount: $1,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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: $40,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
Fossi is looking for students interested in making an impact and innovation through science, engineering, and math.
Preferred majors may include, but are not limited to:
Amount: $500 - $4,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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: 4-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship
Grades: 6 - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Requirements:
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: Up to $10,000
Grades: 12
Requirements:
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.