College freshman scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 12, 2025Apply below to the best College freshman scholarships for February 2025.
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AIHF Scholarships
Environmental Science • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
AIHF offers $1,000-$4,000 scholarships for Industrial Hygiene students. Apply with transcripts, CV, photo, and recommendations.
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Lucile B. Kaufman Women's Scholarship
Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Technology • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Lucile B. Kaufman Women's Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for female undergraduates in manufacturing engineering or related fields.
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Peters Foundation Scholarship
Illinois • Wisconsin • Michigan • Arizona • Colorado • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Conservation • Natural Resources Management • High school • Freshmen
Peters Foundation Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for high school seniors in environmental studies or education at select colleges.
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Duane Hanson Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Construction Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Duane Hanson Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in HVAC&R-related BS or Engineering programs with a 3.0 GPA or top 30% standing.
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Giullano Mazzetti Scholarship
Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Technology • Industrial Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Giullano Mazzetti Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for undergraduates in manufacturing engineering with a 3.0 GPA.
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SuperMoney’s Financial Literacy Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • High school
SuperMoney offers a $1,000 scholarship biannually for students promoting financial wellness. Apply with an essay and GPA of 3.0+.
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Tillman Scholars Program
Military • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Tillman Scholars Program offers up to $10,000 in scholarships for veterans, active duty military, and their spouses pursuing higher education.
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Amcor Scholarship Program
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Amcor Scholarship Program offers $1,000 to $5,000 for children of Amcor employees pursuing undergraduate studies.
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Abe Voron Award
Radio & Television • Graduate Students • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Abe Voron Scholarship offers $3,000 for students pursuing a radio career with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and references.
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BWI College Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The BWI College Scholarship supports undergraduate students passionate about boating media, offering awards starting at $250.
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Chapter 56 - Ft. Wayne Scholarship
Indiana • Manufacturing/Production • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Technology • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Ft. Wayne Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for Indiana students in engineering fields with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
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Clarence and Josephine Myers Undergraduate Scholarship
Indiana • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Clarence and Josephine Myers Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for Indiana students in engineering or manufacturing with a 3.0 GPA.
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Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Technology • High school • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
Apply for the Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship to win $1,000 by addressing technology addiction in a short message and essay.
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Sharon Murphy Excellence in Education Scholarship
Denton • Huntsville • San Marcos • Texas • Cosmetology/Beauty • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sharon Murphy Scholarship offers $3,000 for students in Denton, Huntsville, or San Marcos, Texas pursuing vocational studies.
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Scholarships For Future Florida Teachers
Florida • Education • Teacher Education • Test Scores • Freshmen
Scholarships for Florida high school seniors pursuing teaching careers. $1,000 award for those with service commitment and academic criteria.
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Instrumental Music Scholarship
Iowa • Music • Freshmen
Scholarship for high school seniors in Polk and surrounding counties pursuing instrumental music degrees. $2,000 award available.
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Progress of Ideas Scholarship
Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Progress of Ideas Scholarship offers $5,000 to students committed to social justice with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
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Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship
Arkansas • Freshmen
The Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship offers $1,000 annually for high school seniors accepted into the Ben Caudle Learning Program.
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LRAEF Scholarships
Louisiana • Business Administration • Management • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Marketing • Travel & Tourism • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
LRAEF offers scholarships up to $5,000 for LA high school graduates and college students in culinary or hospitality programs.
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Reid Blackburn Scholarship
Journalism • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen
The Reid Blackburn Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.
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Kit C. King Scholarship
Journalism • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Kit C. King Scholarship offers $2,000 to graduate students in photojournalism needing financial assistance.
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National AG Day Essay Video
High school • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the National AG Day Essay Video Contest for a chance to win $1,000 by submitting a video on agriculture. Apply now!
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Caroline Simpson Maheady Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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Chapter 63 - Morrow Scholarship
Washington • Oregon • Manufacturing/Production • Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Technology • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Chapter 63 Morrow Scholarship offers $250+ for manufacturing engineering students with a 2.5 GPA. Preference for SME members' descendants.
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American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship
Alabama • Kansas • Oklahoma • California • Kentucky • Pennsylvania • Florida • Louisiana • Tennessee • Georgia • Maryland • Texas • Utah • Missouri • Hawaii • Illinois • New Jersey • Virginia • Indiana • New York • Washington • Iowa • Ohio • West Virginia • 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 • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The American Water Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship offers $10,000 to underrepresented students pursuing STEM or business degrees.
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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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