College freshman scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 10, 2025Apply below to the best College freshman scholarships for February 2025.
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The Chobani Scholars program
Idaho • Agricultural Science • Agriculture • Freshmen
The Chobani Scholars program offers $5,000 scholarships for incoming CALS students from Magic Valley with a 2.5 GPA at the University of Idaho.
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The Dorrance Family Scholarship Program
Arizona • Test Scores • Freshmen
The Dorrance Family Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for Arizona first-gen seniors with a 3.0 GPA and specific test scores.
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The Helen and Morris Zupnick Scholarship
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • For Jewish students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Zupnick Scholarship offers $250+ for Orthodox Jewish students in Greater Cleveland with a household income of $225k or less and a GPA of 2.5+.
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LGBTQ Community Leadership Scholarship
Kansas • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The LGBTQ Community Leadership Scholarship offers $1,000 to KU students supporting the LGBTQ community. Apply now!
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L.I.F.E. Scholarship
Juniors • Freshmen • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The L.I.F.E. Scholarship offers $500 to students with lupus pursuing a degree, requiring a 3.0 GPA and community involvement.
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Atlanta Community Club Scholarship
Nebraska • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • High school • Freshmen • Graduate Students
Atlanta Community Club Scholarship offers $500 to high school graduates from Atlanta, NE, with college experience and community involvement.
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Kate Somerville + Foster Nation “Defy Impossible” Scholarship
California • Cosmetology/Beauty • Family • Freshmen
The Kate Somerville + Foster Nation Scholarship offers $20,000 for California students in esthetics who were in foster care. Apply now!
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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship
Freshmen
The Vegetarian Resource Group offers $30,000 in scholarships for U.S. high school students promoting vegetarianism. Apply now!
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Sugarlash Pro Cosmetology/Esthetics Student Scholarship/Partner School Bonus
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
Apply for the $1,500 Sugarlash Pro Scholarship for Cosmetology/Esthetics students at partner schools. Submit a video to qualify!
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Marsh Inc. Business 4 Bobcats Scholarship Program (SM0065)
Texas • For Bisexual students • For Asexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Community Service • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Marsh Inc. offers a $1,000 scholarship for Texas State students with financial need and community involvement. Apply now!
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Eisner Foundation Scholarship
Orange County • California • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.
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New England Femara Scholarship
Connecticut • Maine • Vermont • Rhode Island • New Hampshire • Massachusetts • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The New England Femara Scholarship offers $2,000 to amateur radio operator technicians, prioritizing residents of New England states.
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Christian Missionary Scholarship Foundation CMSF Scholarship
Michigan • Iowa • Illinois • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
CMSF Scholarship supports children of missionaries attending select colleges, requiring two essays for application. Award: $250+.
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Vertex Foundation Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Vertex Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 to U.S. or Canadian students with CF or family members. Open to full-time and part-time students.
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Jerman-Cahoon Student Scholarship
Health/Medical Technology • Medicine • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors
The Jerman-Cahoon Student Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for entry-level students in radiography and related fields. ASRT membership required.
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Alabama Thespian High School Senior Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen
The Alabama Thespian High School Senior Scholarship awards $1,500 to seniors pursuing arts in college. Open to registered Thespians.
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Celesta Simas Memorial Scholarship
California • Animal Sciences • Veterinary • Freshmen
The Celesta Simas Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to Elk Grove, Pleasant Grove, or Sheldon High graduates majoring in Animal Science or Veterinary Medicine.
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WIA Scholarship Program
Science • Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The WIA Scholarship Program offers $1,800 for students in wood science or technology. Apply with transcript and recommendations.
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Mariette Foundation Kiwanis Scholarships - Jane and Ebbie Lance Scholarship
Georgia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Mariette Foundation Kiwanis Scholarships offer $2,500 for high school graduates pursuing vocational education at Chattahoochee Technical College.
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Albert E. Wischmeyer Scholarship
New York • Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Materials Science • Other Trades/Crafts • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • High school
The Albert E. Wischmeyer Scholarship offers $5,000 to Western NY students pursuing degrees in manufacturing or engineering.
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PFLAG Long Beach Scholarship
California • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
PFLAG Long Beach offers scholarships up to $2,500 for LGBTQ+ students and Allies. Apply now for support in your education!
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Rent-A-Center Make a Difference Scholarship Program
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Rent-A-Center offers a $2,500 scholarship for customers and families with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Apply online to qualify.
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Matthew Siravo Memorial Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Rhode Island • High school • Freshmen
The Matthew Siravo Memorial Scholarship awards $2,500 to Rhode Island high school seniors with epilepsy.
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Karen Ha Scholarship
Alameda County • Contra Costa County • San Francisco County • San Mateo County • Santa Clara County • California • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores
The Karen Ha Scholarship provides a $10,000 renewable award for Bay Area students with financial need. Income must be under 5x federal poverty level.
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ACEC San Diego Chapter/City of San Diego Engineering & Capital Projects Scholarships
San Diego County • California • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarships for San Diego undergraduates in surveying or engineering, offering up to $8,000 from ACEC and the City of San Diego.
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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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