College freshman scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 12, 2025Apply below to the best College freshman scholarships for February 2025.
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Marion E. McRae Trust Forestry Scholarship
New Jersey • Conservation • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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Frank M. Snowden Jr. Undergraduate Scholarships
History • Literature • World Studies • Geological & Earth Sciences • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Frank M. Snowden Jr. Scholarships support underrepresented students in classics or archaeology with $4,500 awards. Apply with essay & recommendations.
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FNSNA General Scholarship Program
Nursing • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The FNSNA General Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for nursing students in approved programs, requiring involvement in nursing organizations.
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Dr. Aura-Lee A. and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship
History • Freshmen
The $2,000 Pittenger American History Scholarship supports a high school graduate pursuing American History studies.
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Indiana Broadcasters Association College Scholarships
Indiana • Journalism • Radio & Television • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
Indiana Broadcasters Association offers $5,000 scholarships for college students with a 3.0 GPA in broadcasting or telecommunications.
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Mas Family Scholarship
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mas Family Scholarship supports Cuban and Cuban American students with financial need and a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
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Stacey Scholarship Fund
Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Stacey Scholarship Fund offers $500 to $5,000 for US artists aged 18-35. Apply online with your art portfolio.
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GCSC PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
South Carolina • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
GCSC Presidential Scholarship awards $2,000 to outstanding students pursuing horticulture degrees, recognizing academic excellence and passion.
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ASCPA Private University Scholarships
Arizona • Accounting • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores
ASCPA offers two $2,000 scholarships for Arizona accounting students. Eligibility includes GPA, coursework, and application materials.
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San Diego District Scholarship
California • Food & Nutrition • Fashion • Economics • Marketing • Interior Design • Finance • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Travel & Tourism • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The San Diego District Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for students in various fields. Minimum 2.50 GPA required. Apply now!
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Henry Adams Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Henry Adams Scholarship offers $3,000 for students in HVAC&R-related BS or Engineering programs with a 3.0 GPA or top 30% standing.
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Willis H. Carrier Scholarships
Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Two $10,000 scholarships for HVAC students with a 3.0 GPA or top 30% class standing. Apply with a personal statement and recommendations.
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William E. Weisel Scholarship
Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Manufacturing/Production • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The William E. Weisel Scholarship offers $5,000 for engineering students in the U.S. or Canada, focusing on medical robotics.
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Greater New Orleans Foundation Scholarships
Jefferson County • Orleans County • Plaquemines County • St. Bernard County • St. Charles County • St. James County • St. John the Baptist County • St. Tammany County • Tangipahoa County • Washington County • Louisiana • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Greater New Orleans Foundation offers scholarships for local students pursuing higher education. Apply now for awards starting at $250!
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Charles E. Henck Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Charles E. Henck Scholarship offers $5,000 to undergraduates in HVAC&R-related fields with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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ASHRAE Legacy Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ASHRAE Legacy Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in HVAC&R-related engineering programs with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Chapter 6 - Fairfield County Scholarship
Manufacturing/Production • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Fairfield County Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for undergraduate students in manufacturing engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
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B.Davis Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school • Graduate Students
The B.Davis Scholarship offers $1,000 to high school juniors, seniors, and post-secondary students without academic requirements.
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Shred Nations Scholarship
Business Administration • Management • Environmental Science • Transportation/Logistics • High school • Freshmen
The Shred Nations Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for students with a 3.0 GPA interested in business or environmental studies.
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Empowering Women In Law Scholarship
Law • For Women • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Empowering Women In Law Scholarship awards $1,500 to female law students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Apply with transcript.
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Alwin B. Newton Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Alwin B. Newton Scholarship offers $5,000 to full-time undergraduate engineering students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Reuben Trane Scholarships
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Three $10,000 scholarships for undergraduate engineering students pursuing HVAC&R careers. GPA 3.0+ or top 30% required.
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ASHRAE General Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
ASHRAE General Scholarship offers $5,000 for full-time students in HVAC&R-related engineering programs with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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Oregon/SW Washington Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments Scholarship
Washington • Oregon • Environmental Science • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Freshmen
Merit-based scholarship for Oregon/SW Washington students pursuing studies. $2,500 award. Apply with essay and recommendations.
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Vermont Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship
Vermont • Mathematics • Physics • Medicine • Geological & Earth Sciences • Education • Engineering • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • High school • Freshmen
The Vermont Space Grant Scholarship offers $1,500 to students pursuing careers in aerospace-related fields with a 3.0 GPA.
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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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