National Scholarship Opportunities
Seniors, we invite you to review this list of available national scholarship opportunities at your convenience. All of these opportunities deserve your best, original work in your essays and short answer questions. Please do not turn in applications that are plagiarized or written with AI as they may affect the consideration of your application.
Scholarship Name & Application
Description
Abbott & Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed. Open to all high school juniors and seniors. Essay required, due June 10, 2025.
A $500 scholarship awarded on the basis of character as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. You are not required to be taking engineering courses to be eligible. Deadline October 8, 2024.
This scholarship provides an opportunity for college-bound students to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community. Students may submit an essay (1500 word maximum) or a four minute video, deadline March 1, 2025.
400 students can receive up to $40,000 towards an undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science and an offer to complete a summer internship at Amazon. Apply by December 19, 2024.
ACS sponsors scholarship programs for qualified applicants who want to enter the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical technology, and teaching. The programs aim to encourage diversity among applicants and build awareness of the value and rewards associated with careers in science and technology. Deadlines vary.
The AIA offers several scholarship opportunities and resources for students and teachers interested in architecture education. Deadlines vary.
The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Young orators earn some of the most generous college scholarships available to high school students. See website for more details.
The American Meteorological Society is pleased to announce the AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship program open to all high school students and designed to encourage study in the atmospheric and related sciences. $5000 award, application due March 14, 2025.
Awarded to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled, full-time, in college courses and are pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) and courses with an interest in working in nuclear science and technology. Deadline April 1, 2025.
Scholarships available for graduating high school seniors interested in pursuing engineering degrees. Apply by March 15, 2025.
Based on leadership, scholarship, and extracurricular activities. Military obligation required.
Students of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity. Award amounts range between $2500 and $5000 to over 200 first-year college students. Applications due TBA.
Scholarships are available for students training to become automotive, heavy duty, or collision repair technicians and to students in business, marketing, engineering, or other major courses of study. Deadline March 31, 2025.
Students have the opportunity to apply for one of the $2000 semiannual scholarships to be paid toward tuition for the upcoming semester. Each student must write an essay about his or her opinion(s) on the importance and efficacy of the 7th Amendment. Applications due November 30 for spring semester and July 30 for fall semester.
The Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship Program awards college scholarships to childhood cancer survivors who have demonstrated the ability to overcome the difficult challenges of cancer with determination and motivation. Apply by March 31, 2025.
The Big Sun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part, we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. $500 scholarship, deadline June 19, 2025.
Applicants must be an Eagle Scout and a member of the National Eagle Scout Association. Applications open December 1 and will be posted online at the Scouting America website.
For seniors who have 2.5 GPA or higher. Go online for information and to apply between October 15 and December 16, 2024.
For students in grades 6–12. StudentCam is C-SPAN's annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think seriously about issues that affect our communities and our nation. Submit video by January 20, 2025.
The Bryan Cameron Education Foundation awards four-year, full-tuition, merit-based undergraduate scholarships to exceptional high school students who have demonstrated passion and commitment in academics, extracurricular activities, leadership, and community service. Applications due May 21, 2025 for the class of 2026.
On behalf of Carl's Jr. founders, we award $100,000 in scholarships to high school seniors who have excelled academically, demonstrated leadership in extracurriculars, and need financial assistance for college. Apply online by April 4, 2025.
Chick-fil-A has established a scholarship program to assist students who plan to continue their education in college, vocational, or graduate school programs. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, be involved in community service, extracurricular activities, and/or leadership. Due October 30, 2024.
For students who demonstrated leadership, commitment to community, and academic achievement. 3.0 minimum GPA. Application deadline September 30, 2024.
High school seniors and incoming college freshmen can apply to receive $2500 to support their education. Minimum 3.5 GPA, with preference given to students in STEM fields. Apply online by May 1, 2025.
An annual, merit-based competition open to 10th–12th graders, college students, and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education. A $1000 award that can be used at any college or university. Due October 17, 2024.
The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities. Deadline November 14, 2024.
$500 scholarship awarded monthly to juniors or seniors in high school who will write a short essay on why they deserve the scholarship. Monthly deadlines and application online.
Grades 9–12 may apply. Design a greeting card and win $10000! Applications due March 3, 2025.
The Daniels Scholarship Program provides a four-year annually-renewable college scholarship for graduating high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional character, leadership, and a commitment to serving their communities. Financial need is also a consideration. Application due October 18, 2024.
An academic merit scholarship for students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement, community involvement, leadership skills, character, and integrity. Requires recommendation letters as well as an essay submitted by the student. Application deadline February 28, 2025.
The DAR offers a variety of scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas of study including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science, and English. Applications open November 1, 2024, and are due January 31, 2025.
The Dell Scholars Program provides a support system for the challenges many students face when pursuing a college degree. Must be a member of GearUp to apply. Application due December 1, 2024.
Scholarships are available to students pursuing a career in the dairy industry or a related field. Applications due January 10, 2025.
Some scholarships are open to all grades, for participating in community service activities. Applications are available online.
Doodle 4 Google is an annual program that invites K–12 students in the United States to use their artistic talents to think big and redesign our homepage logo for millions to see.
The Stuck at Prom® Scholarship Contest challenges students to create prom outfits using Duck Tape® and wear them to prom for a chance to win scholarship cash. Contest open late March 2025.
Applicants will be required to write an essay about how their experience with mental health has influenced their beliefs, relationships, and career aspirations. $500 scholarship, due November 30, 2024.
The Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship exists to move the tech industry in the right direction by empowering the next generation of extraordinary women leaders. $500 scholarship, due November 30, 2024.
Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of Elks members. Application due February 3, 2025.
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Apply online by November 12, 2024.
Every year, Equitable recognizes high-school students who have made remarkable contributions to their schools or communities and award them with scholarships of $2,500 or $5,000 – helping them get closer to their dream of attending college. Apply online by December 18, 2024.
High school seniors planning to major in an agricultural field can apply for one of three cash awards. Submit online by February 18, 2025.
The Financial Goals $2000 Scholarship is available to students who are 18 years of age or older. To be considered, you must submit a 500-word essay on your financial goals and how you plan to achieve them. Rolling deadlines with a winner every month.
How do you envision your future? Whether through photography, ink, collage, painting, mixed media, or graphic design work, submit an original creation expressing what you hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college. Submit your original work by March 15, 2025.
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th president, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Apply online by January 3, 2025.
High school students or those currently enrolled in a cosmetology program can apply for a scholarship through the Great Clips Scholarship program, which can be used at any cosmetology or barbering school. Deadlines vary.
The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship for high-achieving, self-motivated students. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester, for up to eight consecutive semesters, to help recipients graduate college debt free. Minimum 3.50 GPA. Apply by December 1, 2024.
HHF Youth Awards honor Latino high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their excellence in various categories including: Business & Entrepreneurship, Community Service, Education, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, and Technology & Engineering. Application due November 3, 2024.
The HSF administers a variety of scholarship programs. Applicants must be of Hispanic origin, minimum 3.0 GPA, US citizen, permanent legal resident, DACA, or eligible non-citizen. Applications due February 15, 2025.
Design a Better Future by designing and working on a community improvement project and documenting your work through multimedia resources. Five- $10,000 awards, application due April 7, 2025.
Over 1000 awards up to $2500 for students who plan to pursue and complete a career or technical certificate or degree. Must be Pell eligible. Applications open March 15, 2025.
A student scholarship designed to support single mothers, children of single mothers, or people whose lives have been impacted in positive ways by single mothers. The scholarship is awarded to one college winner and one high school winner every six months.
Aspiring information security professionals have the opportunity to ease some of their educational financial burden with the (ISC)² Information Security Undergraduate Scholarship offering undergraduate students studying information security up to $5,000 per recipient. Apply online by February 28, 2025.
Scholarship for bright, ambitious, science, math, and engineering students doing independent scientific research. Award amounts vary. Application due November 7, 2024.
One of the largest undergraduate scholarship programs available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need. Apply online by November 14, 2024.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $28,000/four years to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice. Apply online by January 9, 2025.
The Joseph James Morelli Scholarship Fund (based in Park City) supports high school and college students with dyslexia who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Awards range from $500 to $2500, application opens January 1, 2025.
League Foundation Scholarships are open to self-identified Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgender graduating high school seniors. Application due April 15, 2025.
The Taco Bell Foundation presents a scholarship for the creators, innovators, and dreamers. Make and submit a two minute video that tells the story of your life's passion, and you could win up to $25,000. Apply by January 8, 2025.
“Make the U” is an educational program from Colgate-Palmolive in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation that offers financial relief to Hispanic youth on their path to higher education. If you have maintained academic excellence, have dedicated service to the community, and have demonstrated leadership, your effort could be rewarded by winning one of several scholarships. Apply by November 13, 2024.
The McDonald’s HACER ® scholarship program grants scholarships and college resources for eligible Hispanic students. Must be a high school senior, legal US resident, and have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage. Application due February 6, 2025.
The Mensa Foundation offers several different scholarships to students who will write an essay explaining his/her career, academic, or vocational goals. Applications are due January 15, 2025.
Many different scholarships available with just one application. See your FFA advisor for more details.
Senior members of the NHS are eligible to apply. Applications open on September 16, 2024, deadline November 26, 2024.
The National MS Society’s scholarship program helps highly qualified students who have been diagnosed with MS or who have a parent with MS achieve their dreams of going to college. Deadlines and amounts vary.
Grades 9–12. Check back for an essay prompt. National winners will receive up to $2,500.
Applications are open to anyone who will be enrolled in a certificate program or an undergraduate program for the next academic year following the application deadline. The applicant’s course of study should be in an academic field related to the building, construction, or precast concrete industry. Application deadline March 14, 2025.
Several scholarship and internship opportunities available. See website for details. Deadlines vary.
Active NSSA and NSCA members who will graduate from high school this academic year are invited to apply for one of the eight $5,000 scholarships that will be awarded to deserving students. Selection is based on a combination of participation in NSSA-NSCA, academic achievement, citizenship, and need. The application process involves writing a short essay, completing an application form, providing grades and a letter of recommendation, and detailing your NSSA-NSCA participation and accomplishments. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.
Based on leadership, scholarship, and extracurricular activities. Award amount includes: tuition, book allowance, fees, plus a monthly stipend.
The National Federation of the Blind annually offers blind college students in the US the opportunity to win one of 30 merit-based, national-level scholarships worth from $3,000 to $12,000. All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership.
The National Society of High School Scholars and its partners offer more than $2,000,000 in scholarships annually. All students are eligible to apply for high school and college scholarships in the areas of academic excellence, entrepreneurship, leadership, literature, medicine, music, STEM, sustainability, visual arts, and more. Deadlines vary.
The Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship is designed for students who are between the ages of 16 and 25 who have maintained a 2.5 GPA or greater in the most recent year completed. Apply online by November 15, 2024.
Write an essay about why you want to go to college or university to apply for this scholarship. Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, application due May 1, 2025.
Students from across the U.S. are invited to apply for P.L.A.Y.’s annual Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship. This $1,500 scholarship rewards one student who can tell the best story, describing the impact he or she made in the life of a rescue animal or animal welfare cause in general. Apply by February 24, 2025.
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Foundation offers over $150,000 in scholarships for students enrolled in or planning to enroll in an approved major related to the plumbing-heating-cooling profession. Applications due May 1, 2025.
Point Foundation (Point) is the nation’s largest higher education scholarship-granting organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) students. Each scholar is paired with a mentor and participates in leadership development programs and events. Apply online by December 5, 2024.
We are accepting applications from young leaders ages 14–18 who are bringing powerful vision and real change to their communities. The program supports young people across the country who are making changes that focus on two categories: solutions to financial barriers and solutions to social issues. Applications due TBA.
Write an essay on the following prompt: Describe what success looks like for you and how this opportunity will help you achieve it. Apply by April 1, 2025.
Dr. Gabriel and Christine Chiu will award a $1000 scholarship to the student who writes the best movie review! Must be planning to attend college in the fall of 2025 and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Submit your movie review by May 15, 2025.
The Rocky Mountain Coal Mining Technical Scholarship is a one-time gift to students in technical programs who hope to take their education into the mining industry. Must be a first-year student at a two-year technical/trade school in good standing. Applicants must be a legal resident of Arizona, Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Texas, Utah, or Wyoming. Apply online by March 1, 2025.
High school seniors or current college students may apply for this $2500 scholarship. Write a 400–500 word essay on the question: How did caring for a pet growing up help shape you to be the adult you are today? Application due May 1, 2025.
Rumba Meats and the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute will award 25 - $1000 scholarships to help empower today's Hispanic youth to become tomorrow's leaders. Application due November 30, 2024.
For students who plan on enrolling in an engineering or computer science major program. There are many scholarships offered through this foundation. Applications open TBA, due TBA.
A full–tuition scholarship for a woman in science, technology, engineering, or math. Film a three–minute video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. Applications due December 16, 2024.
High school seniors and students with GEDs with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and a desire to attend college or vocational school can apply to be a Shawn Carter Scholar and receive financial support throughout college. Application opens TBA, closes TBA.
The SME Education Foundation’s scholarships offer students a powerful reason to choose a manufacturing focused education. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $6,000 and can be used for tuition, books, or lab/course fees related to attaining a technical or engineering education. Applications are due February 1, 2025.
The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to those who identify as a woman and are studying in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology, and fields related to engineering. Application due March 31, 2025.
Five scholarships in the amount of $1000 will be given to students who will write an essay on how to prevent distracted driving among young people. Submit essay and transcript by November 13, 2024.
Memorial scholarship with a goal of raising awareness around suicide in the LGBTQ community in particular. Scholarship is available to seniors and students up to age 25 and may be applied to tuition, books, housing, and other educational expenses. Requires several short essays. Application due TBA.
Applying to and affording college is a challenge for most college students including black college students. This comprehensive guide offers tips for accessing financial aid and finding scholarship opportunities to help bring down the cost of higher education.
SuperMoney's mission is to help everyone reach their financial goals. SuperMoney's Financial Literacy Scholarship seeks to celebrate students who share our same mission. Our scholarship program awards $2,500 a year to a student who wants to help Americans improve their financial wellness through continued education. Apply online, rolling deadlines.
Grades 7–12 - The Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC) is the world’s largest student rocket contest and a key piece of the aerospace and defense industry’s strategy to build a stronger U.S. workforce in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The contest gives middle and high school students the opportunity to design, build, and launch model rockets and hands-on experience solving engineering problems.
For juniors and seniors, write an essay on one of Ayn Rand's books and win up to $10,000.
TheDream.US Scholarships are for highly motivated undocumented students who want to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost. Will cover up to $33,000 in tuition and fees at partner colleges. Application due February 28, 2025.
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to 300 of these student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Applications due September 15, 2024.
The Spirit of Anne Frank Awards are given out each year to students, teachers, and citizens who have proven themselves exceptional leaders in combating intolerance, prejudice, and injustice in their communities. One $10000 scholarship will be awarded.
Write an essay about how you have exhibited a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and how you hope to continue this commitment to college and beyond. Eight $3000 scholarships will be awarded. Due May 31, 2025.
Grades 7–12 - Teams of two to four science students work together to explore the background of a present day invention, how it works, and its impact. Information and applications available online.
For Native American or Alaska Native students who plan to pursue a higher education in natural resources. Application deadline March 21, 2025.
In 2025, UCB will award 33 one-time scholarships to people living with epilepsy, their family members, and caregivers who are pursuing higher education. Application due March 15, 2025.
The United States Senate Youth Program is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. Two students from each state will attend Washington Week and receive a $10,000 scholarship. See counselor to apply.
Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment in promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle. Apply online by February 20, 2025.
Scholarships up to $2500 for women who plan to pursue studies in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or related fields. Requires 3.0 GPA and essay, due TBA.
Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors may apply by writing an essay on "Why College is Important to Me". The American College Foundation encourages an early start in planning for college. Apply online by December 1, 2024.
The National Washington Crossing Foundation awards up to 40 students who plan to pursue a career in government service. An essay on why you plan to pursue government service is required. Apply by January 15, 2025.
The Work Ethic Scholarship Program is about recognizing people who understand the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude. For students who plan to enroll in an approved program, including automotive technology, construction, emergency medical technology, farming and agriculture, HVAC, and welding. Application due April 17, 2025.