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WonderMom Scholarship
Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
WonderMom Scholarship awards $1,000 for high school seniors and $2,000 for college students who are single parents. Apply online.
Deadline:
December 31, 2024
Clyde Russell Scholarship
Maine • Freshmen
The Clyde Russell Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Maine high school seniors attending college. Apply with intent letter, recommendations, and transcripts.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Raise Me Up to DO GOOD Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Raise Me Up to DO GOOD Scholarship awards $1,500 to students from single-parent or blended families with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
A & J Duct Cleaning Scholarship
Age • Freshmen
A & J Duct Cleaning Scholarship offers $2,000 for high school graduates with financial need and lower academic scores.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
Frank W. Ross Memorial Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Frank W. Ross Memorial Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ and allied students under 21 facing poverty and housing insecurity in the Pacific Northwest.
Deadline:
January 10, 2025
Susan M. Krause Scholarship
Door County • Wisconsin • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Child Care Assistance Scholarship
Marin County • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Child Care Assistance Scholarship in Marin County helps parents pay for daycare while attending college, offering $250+ in support.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Hammer Miersma Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Hammer Miersma Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students facing housing insecurity in the Pacific Northwest. Average award: $6,700.
Deadline:
January 10, 2025
Scholarship Plus Award
New York • Freshmen
Scholarship Plus Award offers up to $8,000 for NYC high school seniors facing adversity with a GPA of 3.3 and family income under $52,000.
Deadline:
January 15, 2025
Adult Advanced Education Scholarship
Colorado • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Adult Advanced Education Scholarship offers $1,500+ to Colorado residents whose college education was interrupted for over a year.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
ASFPM Foundation Future Leaders Scholarship
Engineering • Biology • Social Sciences • Geological & Earth Sciences • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The ASFPM Foundation offers a $20,000 scholarship for students in engineering, planning, or sciences. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Al Forthan Scholarship
Oregon • Freshmen
The Al Forthan Scholarship offers $10,000 to Oregon seniors impacted by addiction, supporting recovery and education.
Deadline:
February 3, 2025
Organic Formula Shop Single Parent Scholarship
Family • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Organic Formula Shop offers a $2,000 scholarship for single parents. Apply by writing an essay on parenting and student challenges.
Deadline:
May 6, 2025
Monthly Kickass Single Mom Stimulus Grant
For Women • Family • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the Monthly Kickass Single Mom Stimulus Grant to receive $500 cash each month. Simple application process!
Deadline:
December 31, 2024
The AMY Fund College Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The AMY Fund College Scholarship provides $7,500 for refugees pursuing a degree in the US, plus a stipend for books and supplies.
Deadline:
May 17, 2025
Keeta Arnold Memorial Horticulture Scholarship
Arkansas • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Biology • Environmental Engineering • Conservation • Environmental Science • Horticulture • Urban Design • Science • Animal Sciences • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Keeta Arnold Memorial Horticulture Scholarship offers $1,500 to Arkansas students in horticulture with a 3.25 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
January 1, 2025
Margene Mogan Proctor and MG Jerry Wyatt Scholarship
Military • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Margene Mogan Proctor and MG Jerry Wyatt Scholarship provides $1,500 to spouses of Tennessee National Guard members.
Deadline:
January 17, 2025
Boren Fellowships
Foreign Country • Foreign Languages • Graduate Students
Boren Fellowships support graduate students studying languages abroad with awards starting at $250. Apply with essays and references.
Deadline:
January 22, 2025
Tsutako Curo Scholarship
Clark County • For Women • High school
The Tsutako Curo Scholarship offers $2,000 to single mothers in Clark County, NV for post-secondary education. Minimum 2.5 GPA required.
Deadline:
February 1, 2025
Point Foundation Community College Scholarship
For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Point Foundation offers $4,800 scholarships for LGBTQ community college students based on need, achievement, and involvement.
Deadline:
February 20, 2025
Family Fund For Paralyzed & Disabled Officers Scholarship
Service • For students with disabilities • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarship for disabled officers' children, offering up to $2,400 for higher education with no application deadline.
Deadline:
December 31, 2024
The Mahoney Family Foundation Scholarship
Education • Nursing • Teacher Education • Graduate Students
The Mahoney Family Foundation Scholarship offers $250+ for licensed Nurses or Teachers with 3+ years experience enrolled in college.
Deadline:
December 15, 2024
Injury Scholarship
Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Injury Scholarship offers $1,000 to injured students pursuing higher education. Apply by Feb 9, 2024, for Spring 24.
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Injury Scholarship
Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Injury Scholarship offers $1,000 to injured students pursuing higher education. Apply by Feb 9, 2024, for Spring 24.
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Mental Health Profession Scholarship
Psychology • Mental Health • Counseling • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mental Health Profession Scholarship awards $1,000 to students overcoming mental health challenges pursuing related degrees.
Deadline:
December 21, 2024
ACEC Michigan Scholarship
Michigan • Engineering • Architecture • Urban Design • Civil Engineering • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ACEC Michigan Scholarship provides up to $20,000 for engineering and surveying students after their freshman year.
Deadline:
January 3, 2025
Acker Warren Youth Mentor Scholarship
Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Acker Warren Youth Mentor Scholarship awards $1,000 to students involved in youth mentorship programs. Essay required.
Deadline:
May 5, 2025
Ethel Hayes Destigmatization of Mental Health Scholarship
For students with disabilities • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Ethel Hayes Scholarship supports students impacted by mental health challenges with a $550 award for an essay on their journey.
Deadline:
June 14, 2025
Whataburger Feeding Student Success Scholarship
Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Whataburger offers a $5,000 scholarship for students facing adversity and pursuing higher education. Minimum GPA of 2.5 required.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Dr. Benjamin L. Davis STEM Scholarship
Ohio • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • High school • Freshmen
The Dr. Benjamin L. Davis STEM Scholarship offers $500 to Ohio high school students with incarcerated parents pursuing STEM majors.
Deadline:
April 20, 2025
Kids’ Chance of Indiana Scholarship
Indiana • Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Kids' Chance of Indiana offers scholarships for students with a parent affected by work-related accidents. Awards up to $250 available.
Deadline:
July 2, 2025
In Pursuit of Jesus for Children Scholarship
For Christian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The In Pursuit of Jesus for Children Scholarship awards $5,000 to students committed to ministry with children. Apply now!
Deadline:
January 1, 2025
Car Accident Injury Survivor Scholarship
Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Graduate Students
The Car Accident Injury Survivor Scholarship offers $500 for students with injuries from accidents. GPA of 2.75+ required.
Deadline:
December 31, 2024
AIDS Project Snohomish County Scholarship
Washington • Healthcare-Related
The AIDS Project Snohomish County Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ individuals affected by HIV in Snohomish County, offering an average award of $6,700.
Deadline:
January 10, 2025
Mesothelioma.com Scholarship
Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Mesothelioma.com Scholarship offers $4,000 for students affected by cancer. Minimum GPA of 3.2 required. Apply with documents.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
AMPP EMERG Academic Scholarships
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for AMPP EMERG Academic Scholarships for up to $10,000. Open to full-time college/university students. Create an account to apply.
Deadline:
December 31, 2024
Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship for Overcoming Adversity
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Melissa Ivers Scholarship awards $1,000 to those who have overcome adversity. Apply by submitting an essay.
Deadline:
October 15, 2025
STEM Scholarship
STEM • Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The STEM Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for underrepresented students in sustainability and STEM with a 3.0 GPA and community impact.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Single Parent Household Scholarship
Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Single Parent Household Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for exceptional students from single-parent households with a GPA above 3.0.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Healthcare Scholarship
Healthcare-Related • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Healthcare Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for students with a 3.0 GPA, community impact, and extracurricular involvement.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Ralph H. and Ruth Frank Gross Memorial Scholarship (Fall)
Service • Military • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ralph H. and Ruth Frank Gross Memorial Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for government employees and families to enhance education.
Deadline:
June 3, 2025
The Barry Griswell Scholarship Initiative to Raise the Bar for Students
Des Moines • Iowa • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Barry Griswell Scholarship offers up to $25,000 for first-generation students demonstrating leadership and financial need.
Deadline:
May 23, 2025
Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship for Women (Fall)
Broward County • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for women in Broward County, aged 28+, facing financial need.
Deadline:
June 3, 2025
Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship for Women (Spring)
Broward County • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for women in Broward County facing financial need due to divorce or abandonment.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
David & Dovetta Wilson Scholarship
Freshmen
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Massachusetts Student Broadcaster Scholarship
Massachusetts • Radio & Television • Sophomores • Juniors • High school • Freshmen • Seniors
Massachusetts Student Broadcaster Scholarship offers $2,500 for students in broadcasting. Eligibility based on need, merit, and service.
Deadline:
April 12, 2025
Kids Chance of Washington Scholarship (Fall semester)
Service • Military • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Need-based scholarship for spouses/children of injured Washington workers, offering up to $6,000 for college or technical education.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Kids Chance of Texas Scholarship (Fall semester)
Texas • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Kids Chance of Texas offers scholarships for students aged 16-25 with a parent injured in a work accident. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
California • Medicine • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative offers $6,000 to California students for LGBT community service. Apply with an essay and references.
Deadline:
January 31, 2025
Fresh Start Scholarship
Kent County • New Castle County • Sussex County • Delaware • For Women • Age • Freshmen
The Fresh Start Scholarship provides up to $40,000 for Delaware women aged 20+ with a 2-year education gap. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
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