Full-ride scholarships - Feb '25

Updated Feb 04, 2025

Apply below to the best Full-ride scholarships for February 2025.

EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship

Aerospace • Technology • Juniors • Seniors

The EPP/MSI Undergraduate Scholarship offers up to $45,000 for STEM students at minority-serving institutions, including NOAA internships.

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Get Up To $25,000

The Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) Scholarships

Radio & Television • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen

ARDC Scholarships offer up to $25,000 for FCC-licensed amateur radio operators with a GPA over 3.5. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

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Get Up To $40,000

Edison Scholars Program

California • Computer Science • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Mathematics • Science • Engineering • Physics • STEM • Freshmen • High school

Edison Scholars Program offers $40,000 scholarships to 30 Southern California high school seniors pursuing STEM studies. Apply now!

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Get Up To $25,000

The ARRL General Fund Scholarship

Radio & Television • Technology • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The ARRL General Fund Scholarship offers $2,000 for amateur radio operators pursuing higher education. Active license required.

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Get Up To $30,000

Jim Borden Memorial Scholarship

Pennsylvania • Communications • English • Literature • Journalism • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Jim Borden Memorial Scholarship offers up to $30,000 for students in Journalism, English Writing, or Communication from the Pittsburgh area.

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Get Up To $37,000

The Kress Foundation Conservation Fellowships

Conservation • Graduate Students • Graduates

The Kress Foundation offers $37,000 fellowships for emerging conservators to enhance their skills through post-graduate opportunities.

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Get Up To $25,000

North American Rolex Scholarship

Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • Medicine • Manufacturing/Production • Photography • Education • Management • Political Science/Government • Travel & Tourism • Conservation • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The North American Rolex Scholarship offers $25,000 for young citizens pursuing water-related careers. Scuba certification required.

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Get Up To $30,000

GIA scholarships

Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

GIA scholarships offer up to $30,000 for U.S. citizens and residents attending Carlsbad, NY, or online courses. One recommendation letter needed.

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Get Up To $28,300

Porter Physiology Development Minority Fellowship

Science • 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 • Graduate Students

The Porter Physiology Development Minority Fellowship supports underrepresented students pursuing a PhD in physiological sciences with a $28,300 award.

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Get Up To $25,000

PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship

New York • Texas • Illinois • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The PepsiCo Foundation S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship offers $25,000 to undergraduates of color pursuing STEM or Business degrees.

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FAQ

In your personal statement, include your academic achievements, career goals, personal experiences, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational objectives.

Yes, many full-ride scholarships have renewal requirements, which may include maintaining a certain GPA, completing a specific number of credit hours, or fulfilling community service obligations.

Full-ride scholarships typically cover tuition and fees, and may also include room and board, books, supplies, and sometimes personal expenses.

To increase your chances, maintain a strong academic record, participate in extracurricular activities, write compelling essays, and secure strong letters of recommendation.

Yes, you can apply for multiple full-ride scholarships. However, be sure to check the specific rules and requirements for each scholarship.

Many full-ride scholarships require a high GPA, but some may consider other factors such as leadership skills, community service, or personal circumstances.

Eligibility criteria for full-ride scholarships can vary widely but often include academic performance, financial need, extracurricular involvement, and sometimes specific demographic or geographic factors.

Yes, full-ride scholarships are legitimate financial aid options offered by various institutions, organizations, and foundations to help students cover their educational expenses.

You can find full-ride scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, checking with your prospective colleges, and visiting scholarship search platforms like Mos.

Full-ride scholarships are financial awards that cover the entire cost of tuition, fees, and often additional expenses such as room and board, books, and supplies for a student attending college or university.

It's advisable to start applying for full-ride scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school, to ensure you meet all deadlines and have ample time to prepare your applications.