Difficult scholarships - Dec '24

Updated Dec 05, 2024

Apply below to the best Difficult scholarships for December 2024.

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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship

Freshmen

Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship awards $5,000 to high school seniors with compelling life stories and career aspirations.

Deadline:

December 31, 2024

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Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

Athletic & Related • Psychology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Nursing • Medicine • Dentistry • Mental Health • Health Education • Sports Management • Healthcare-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship offers $1,500 to students pursuing health and fitness careers, recognizing leadership and achievement.

Deadline:

August 1, 2025

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Foreclosure.com Scholarship

Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Apply for the Foreclosure.com Scholarship for undergraduates. Write an essay to win up to $4,000.

Deadline:

December 15, 2024

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PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship (December)

Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Game Design • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • UX/Technical Design • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors

Apply for the $2000 PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship for college students in STEM or business. Compelling essay required.

Deadline:

December 5, 2024

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Larry McDonald Scholarship

Clark County • Oregon • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • English • Foreign Languages • History • Graphic Design • Film • Design/Visual Communications • Literature • Writing • Political Science/Government • Social Sciences • Architecture • Interior Design • Religious/Theological Studies • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Larry McDonald Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in Oregon and Clark County, WA, pursuing Arts or Humanities with an average award of $6,700.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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The Nuclear Family Scholarship

Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

The Nuclear Family Scholarship offers $1,000 to U.S. students with a 3.0 GPA. Submit a 750-1000 word essay to apply.

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship

Freshmen

The YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship provides up to $30,000 for first-year international undergraduate students at select colleges.

Deadline:

January 1, 2025

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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen

The Jackie Robinson Foundation offers up to $30,000 scholarships for minority high school seniors with leadership and community service dedication.

Deadline:

January 9, 2025

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Bonnie Fang Nursing Scholarship

California • Nevada • Nursing • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Bonnie Fang Nursing Scholarship offers $5,000 for full-time nursing students in California and Nevada. Apply with an essay and video.

Deadline:

December 31, 2024

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Robert R. Bergis and Theodore W. Rosenberg Scholarship

Idaho • Washington • Montana • Alaska • Oregon • California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Bergis & Rosenberg Scholarship offers $250 for LGBTQ+ students in CA facing barriers. Apply with three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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TMCF | Sallie Mae Fund Completing the Dream Gap Scholarship

For students with disabilities • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Graduates

TMCF's Dream Gap Scholarship offers 200 $2,500 awards for diverse students facing financial challenges. Apply with a video.

Deadline:

December 6, 2024

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GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Freshmen

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers up to $40,000 for U.S. students with a 3.0 GPA enrolling in full-time undergraduate programs.

Deadline:

January 3, 2025

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Dennis Coleman Choral Conducting Scholarship

Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Music • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Dennis Coleman Choral Conducting Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in music, promoting social change. Average award: $6,700.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Bill McKnight and Steve Parsons Legacy Scholarship

Kitsap County • Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Arts • Art History • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Literature • Music • English • Foreign Languages • History • Religious/Theological Studies • Social Sciences • International Relations • Political Science/Government • For Queer students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Bill McKnight and Steve Parsons Legacy Scholarship supports queer students in Arts and Humanities from the Pacific Northwest.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Public Education and Citizenship Scholarship

Florida • Freshmen

Ten $1,000 scholarships for Florida high school seniors attending state-supported institutions. Apply now!

Deadline:

January 20, 2025

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Beyond the Boroughs Scholarship

Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Beyond the Boroughs Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for low-income students with a 2.5 GPA and extracurricular involvement.

Deadline:

March 15, 2025

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The American Indian College Fund Scholarship

For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The American Indian College Fund offers scholarships up to $10,000 for American Indian and Alaska Native students in accredited programs.

Deadline:

May 31, 2025

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Jim McBroom and John H. Weston Charitable Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation Scholarship

Oregon • Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • Film • Photography • Writing • Literature • Architecture • Studio Arts • 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 • Seniors

Scholarship for Oregon residents pursuing fine arts or humanities degrees. Requires three essays. Award: 250+.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Robert R. Bergis and Theodore W. Rosenberg Need-based Scholarship

Montana • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Bergis-Rosenberg Scholarship aids LGBTQ+ students in Montana and Washington facing financial need. Apply with three essays for $250.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Thompson-Wittrock “Pass It On” Scholarship

Pacific County • Grays Harbor County • Ferry County • Washington • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Thompson-Wittrock Scholarship supports LGBTQ and ally students in specific counties. Apply with three essays for a $250 award.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Joe Varano Scholarship

Idaho • Montana • Alaska • Washington • Oregon • Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Joe Varano Scholarship offers $250 to LGBTQ+ education students in the Pacific Northwest facing various barriers. Apply with three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Patricia Van Kirk Scholarship

Alaska • Montana • Idaho • Oregon • Washington • Theatre/Performing Arts • Design/Visual Communications • Arts • Art History • Photography • Film • For Lesbian students

The Patricia Van Kirk Scholarship supports lesbians in theater or visual arts committed to social justice. Apply with three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Rosenberg-Ibarra Scholarship

Idaho • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Rosenberg-Ibarra Scholarship aids LGBTIQ+ students in Idaho facing barriers. Apply with three essays for a $250 award.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Jack D. Motteler Scholarship

Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Arts • Studio Arts • Art History • Photography • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students

The Jack D. Motteler Scholarship supports Northwest residents in visual arts with a $250+ award. Apply by submitting three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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AIPG National Undergraduate Scholarship

Geological & Earth Sciences • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The AIPG National Undergraduate Scholarship awards up to $3,000 to geology students who are sophomores or above.

Deadline:

February 1, 2025

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Arts For Life Award

Florida • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Film • Music • Freshmen

The Arts For Life Award offers $1,000 to Florida seniors excelling in the arts. Apply with an essay and portfolio.

Deadline:

February 11, 2025

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Faye Arnold Scholarship Award

Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores

The Faye Arnold Scholarship offers $250 to students in CAHIIM-accredited programs with a 2.5 GPA. Learn more on the website!

Deadline:

December 31, 2024

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Martha Wilbers Scholarship Award

Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Martha Wilbers Scholarship offers $250 to CAHIIM-accredited students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Learn more on the website!

Deadline:

December 31, 2024

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New York Women In Communications Foundation Scholarship

New Jersey • Pennsylvania • Connecticut • New York • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Advertising • Radio & Television • English • Film • Journalism • Marketing • Public Relations • Literature • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The NY Women In Communications Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in communications fields with a 3.2 GPA.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Rainbow City Band Scholarship

Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Oregon • Music • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students

The Rainbow City Band Scholarship supports music students in the Northwest with a $250+ award. Apply with three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Gregori Jakovina Scholarship

Clark County • Oregon • Arts • Arts Management • Art History • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Gregori Jakovina Scholarship supports Oregon and Clark County residents in the Arts, focusing on visual arts. Apply with three essays.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship

Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Alaska • Interior Design • Fashion • Graphic Design • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students

The Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship supports design students in the Northwest. Apply with three essays for a chance to win $250+.

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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Jonestshirts Scholarship

Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Deadline:

January 10, 2025

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FFRF Student Scholarship Essay Contest

Law • Juniors • Seniors

Enter the FFRF Student Scholarship Essay Contest for a chance to win up to $4,000. Open to North American law students. Apply now!

Deadline:

January 27, 2025

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Jihoon Rim Scholarship

Connecticut • Delaware • District Of Columbia • Maryland • Massachusetts • New Jersey • New York • Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Jihoon Rim Scholarship awards $5,000 to undergraduates of Korean descent in select states with a 3.0 GPA. Apply online with required documents.

Deadline:

January 31, 2025

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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

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Central Indiana Community Foundation Scholarships

Marion County • Hamilton County • Freshmen

Central Indiana Community Foundation offers $22,000+ in scholarships annually with a single application for local students.

Deadline:

February 1, 2025

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ASHS Scholars Award

Horticulture • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The ASHS Scholars Award offers $1,500 for undergraduates in horticulture, requiring essays, resumes, and recommendations.

Deadline:

February 4, 2025

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Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Hospitality Education Scholarship (Fall)

Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation offers $2,000 scholarships for hospitality students. Must be 18 with a diploma or GED. Essay required.

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Hospitality Education Scholarship (Winter)

Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Travel & Tourism • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation offers $2,000 scholarships for hospitality students. Must be 18 with a diploma. Essay and recommendations needed.

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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Philip R. Karr Scholarship

Georgia • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Graduate Students

The Philip R. Karr Scholarship awards $2,000 to Georgia students in environmental engineering and related fields.

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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Technical College Scholarship for Agriculture

Georgia • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Apply for the $1,500 Technical College Scholarship for Agriculture to support your career in agriculture. Submit an essay to apply!

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

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AgCountry Farm Credit Services High School Scholarship

Minnesota • North Dakota • Wisconsin • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • High school • Freshmen

AgCountry Farm Credit Services offers $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors pursuing agriculture careers. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

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American Council of Engineering Companies of Oregon Scholarship

Oregon • Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • High school • Freshmen

The ACEC Oregon Scholarship offers $3,000 to high school seniors pursuing a career in consulting engineering. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

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Graduate Student Ethics Writing Competition

Psychology • Graduate Students

Deadline:

March 10, 2025

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WRA Education Foundation Scholarship in Culinary & Hospitality

Wisconsin • Food Sciences & Technology • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

WRA Education Foundation offers scholarships for Wisconsin residents in culinary and hospitality fields, starting at $250.

Deadline:

April 1, 2025

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AgCountry Farm Credit Services Upperclassman Scholarship

Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Business (MBA) • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

AgCountry Farm Credit Services offers a $1,000 scholarship for upperclassmen in agribusiness or related fields. Apply now!

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

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Scholarship America Dream Award

Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors

The Scholarship America Dream Award offers up to $15,000 for eligible college students with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Apply now!

Deadline:

December 6, 2024

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Marshall-Motley Scholars Program

Law • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Marshall-Motley Scholars Program offers up to $40,000 for students pursuing Civil Rights law, requiring an 8-year commitment to racial justice.

Deadline:

February 5, 2025

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Coolidge Scholarship

High school

The Coolidge Scholarship offers a full-ride award for high school juniors covering tuition and expenses for four years of college.

Deadline:

December 11, 2024

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