College freshman scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 12, 2025Apply below to the best College freshman scholarships for February 2025.
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Bob East Scholarship
Journalism • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Bob East Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.
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Northern Cincinnati Foundation Scholarship
Hamilton County • Warren County • Butler County • Ohio • Freshmen
Northern Cincinnati Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. High winning chances!
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Seattle Foundation's scholarships
Seattle • Washington • Freshmen
Seattle Foundation offers scholarships up to $15,000 for Seattle students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply by March 1.
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Greater Toledo Community Foundation Scholarships
Toledo • Ohio • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Greater Toledo Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
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Iowa Interstate Railroad Scholarship
Iowa • Illinois • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal-Related • Animal Sciences • Biology • Management • Mechanical • Veterinary • Climate Sciences • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Iowa Interstate Railroad Scholarship offers $1,500 to students in AFNR Career Pathways with a 3.0 GPA from Iowa or Illinois.
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Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri Scholarships
Quincy • Hannibal • Pleasant Hill • Adams County • Illinois • Missouri • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Scholarships for high school and college students in West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri. High chances of winning! Award: $250+.
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Sydell Miller "Total Image" Esthetics Student Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Sophomores • Freshmen
Apply for the Sydell Miller 'Total Image' Esthetics Student Scholarship for up to $7,500. Submit a 3-minute video to qualify.
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Richie's Spirit Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
Richie's Spirit Scholarship offers $5,000 to three high school seniors with a 3.4 GPA and community leadership. Apply with an essay.
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Hayden Timmons Memorial Scholarship
Kentucky • Agricultural Science • Agriculture • Biology • Mechanical • Natural Resources Management • Freshmen
The Hayden Timmons Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 to Kentucky high school seniors in select AFNR Pathways. Apply now!
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William Roach Scholarship
Iowa • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The William Roach Scholarship offers $250+ to students based on academics and community involvement, with no program restrictions.
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Bernice Bowsman Scholarship
Iowa • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Bernice Bowsman Scholarship awards $250+ based on academics, community involvement, and financial need. Apply now!
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Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship Fund
Ashtabula County • Ohio • Natural Resources Management • Agriculture • Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Ashtabula County Agricultural Scholarship offers $1,000 to students in agriculture and related fields. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • High school • Freshmen
The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship offers $30,000 to minority high school seniors. Apply with SAT/ACT scores.
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Allwork Scholarship
New York • Architecture • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Allwork Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for architecture students in NY. Requires nomination and portfolio submission.
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Volger-Romig Scholarship
Iowa • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Volger-Romig Scholarship supports students pursuing electronic communications careers, based on need, academics, and community involvement.
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Sterling Scholar Awards of Utah
Box Elder County • Cache County • Weber County • Davis County • Salt Lake County • Tooele County • Rich County • Morgan County • Summit County • Wasatch County • Duchesne County • Daggett County • Uintah County • Juab County • Sanpete County • Millard County • Sevier County • Piute County • Wayne County • Beaver County • Iron County • Garfield County • Washington County • Kane County • Carbon County • Emery County • Grand County • San Juan County • Utah • High school • Freshmen
The Sterling Scholar Awards of Utah offers scholarships for high school seniors nominated in various categories. Apply through your principal.
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Weisberg and Clark Scholarship
Virginia • High school • Freshmen
The Weisberg and Clark Scholarship offers $250+ for Virginia high school graduates. Apply with FAFSA, personal statement, and recommendations.
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Ladd and Carol Steinmetz Scholarship
Iowa • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
The Ladd and Carol Steinmetz Scholarship supports music or art students based on need, performance, and involvement. Award: $250+.
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Tyler Clementi Memorial Scholarship
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 • Freshmen
The Tyler Clementi Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to LGBTQ+ high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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Noble County Community Foundation Scholarships
Noble County • Freshmen
Noble County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local high school seniors with a single application for multiple awards up to $1,000.
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Mary B. Tett Healthcare Professionals Scholarship
Loudoun County • Virginia • Nursing • Pre-Med • Health/Medical Technology • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mary B. Tett Healthcare Professionals Scholarship offers $1,000 for Loudoun County volunteers/staff pursuing healthcare education.
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PEO Chapter DF The Joan Hislop Memorial Scholarship
For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The PEO Chapter DF offers a $3,000 scholarship for female students honoring Joan Hislop's legacy of overcoming adversity.
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Alabama Past State Presidents’ Memorial Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Alabama Past State Presidents’ Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Alabama residents with a 3.0 GPA for college attendance.
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Colorado Society of Mayflower Descendants Scholarship
Colorado • High school • Freshmen
The Colorado Society of Mayflower Descendants offers a $1,620 scholarship for eligible high school seniors. Apply with an essay.
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Potomac Health Foundation Fellows Program
Virginia • Healthcare-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Potomac Health Foundation Fellows Program offers $250+ for 2nd-year Virginia Community College students in health-related fields.
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FAQ
To write a strong application for college freshman scholarships, be clear and concise, tailor your essays to the scholarship's mission, proofread for errors, and highlight your unique experiences and aspirations.
In your personal statement for college freshman scholarships, include your academic goals, achievements, extracurricular activities, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational aspirations.
To apply for college freshman scholarships, you typically need to fill out an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and recommendation letters, and sometimes write an essay.
It's advisable to start applying for college freshman scholarships as early as your junior year of high school. Many scholarships have deadlines that fall before you graduate.
Yes, you can apply for multiple college freshman scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
While many college freshman scholarships consider GPA as a factor, not all require a high GPA. Some scholarships focus on other criteria such as community service or personal background.
Eligibility criteria for college freshman scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, financial need, extracurricular involvement, and residency status.
Yes, many college freshman scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, colleges, and foundations. It's important to research and verify the credibility of the scholarship provider.
You can find college freshman scholarships on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and websites like Mos, which aggregates scholarship opportunities tailored for your needs.
College freshman scholarships are financial awards specifically designed for students who are entering college for the first time. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
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