High school junior scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 11, 2025Apply below to the best High school junior scholarships for February 2025.
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National Sojourners Essay Contest
High school
Annual National Sojourners Essay Contest for high school students with cash prizes up to $2,000. Submit through local chapters.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Young Filmmakers Contest
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest awards up to $1,000 to students from grade 3 to college for their film projects.
Deadline:
June 25, 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
High school • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • Seniors • Graduate Students
Enter the $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship by submitting an original video. Open to students worldwide.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Military Child of the Year
Military • Age • High school
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
Help to Save Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
October 10, 2025
George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest
High school
The George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest invites high school artists to showcase their talent for a chance to win up to $5,000.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
The 11th National Chopin Piano Competition
Age • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The 11th National Chopin Piano Competition offers young pianists a chance to win up to $100,000. Apply with a performance video.
Deadline:
October 1, 2025
Jewish United Fund Merit Scholarship
Illinois • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Jewish United Fund Merit Scholarship awards $1,000 to students up to age 23 demonstrating leadership in metropolitan Chicago.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Utah Jump$tart/AFCU Scholarship
Utah • Freshmen • High school
The Utah Jump$tart/AFCU Scholarship offers $1,250 awards to high school juniors and seniors who completed a financial literacy course.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarship
Athletic • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarship awards $2,000 to ten high school athletes with a GPA of 3.5+. Apply with an essay and resume.
Deadline:
September 26, 2025
NSHSS Diversity Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Diversity Scholarship awards $2,000 to students committed to diversity and inclusion. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
October 3, 2025
John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship awards $1,000 to NSHSS members for community activism. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
October 3, 2025
NSHSS Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship
Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Fire Science/Firefighting • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NSHSS Nobel Good Earth Sustainability Scholarship awards $2,000 to students passionate about conservation and sustainability.
Deadline:
August 15, 2025
NSHSS Hometown Hero Scholarship
Community Service • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Hometown Hero Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school members demonstrating leadership through community service.
Deadline:
August 1, 2025
Be More Grant
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Graduates
The John Lewis Good Trouble Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for innovative projects that advance technology and benefit the world.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship awards $2,000 to students passionate about film. Apply with a video and supporting documents.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
Apply for the NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship: $2,000 awards for photography and painting/drawing. Open to high school students.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship offers $2,000 awards for high school students in Fiction and Poetry categories. Apply with required documents.
Deadline:
September 12, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Theater Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • High school • Freshmen
The NSHSS Performing Arts: Theater Scholarship awards $2,000 to high school students pursuing performing arts with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
NSHSS Passion for Public Service Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the NSHSS Passion for Public Service Scholarship: five $1,000 awards for students dedicated to public service.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Music Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • High school • Freshmen
NSHSS offers $2,000 music scholarships for high school students pursuing performing arts. Apply with a video, essay, and recommendation.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
DNA Day Essay Contest
Science • Freshmen • High school
Join the DNA Day Essay Contest for students in grades 9-12 to explore genetics concepts and win up to $1,000.
Deadline:
March 6, 2025
USBC Annual Zeb Scholarship
High school
The USBC Annual Zeb Scholarship awards $2,500 to USBC Youth members excelling academically and serving their community.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Communication Contest For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing
For students with disabilities • High school
Annual Communication Contest for Deaf and Hard of Hearing offers $2,500 prize for youth with hearing loss. Contact local Optimist Club.
Deadline:
June 14, 2025
Larrie Londin Memorial Scholarship
Music • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Larrie Londin Memorial Scholarship awards up to $1,000 for drummers aged 18-24 and $500 for those 17 and under. Apply with a video.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
FAQ
When writing your application for high school junior scholarships, be sure to clearly articulate your goals, showcase your achievements, and personalize your essays to reflect your unique experiences and aspirations.
Common documents required for high school junior scholarship applications include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and proof of community service or extracurricular involvement.
To increase your chances of winning a high school junior scholarship, focus on maintaining good grades, getting involved in extracurricular activities, volunteering in your community, and writing a strong personal statement.
It's a good idea to start applying for high school junior scholarships during your junior year of high school. Many scholarships have deadlines in the spring or summer, so planning ahead is essential.
Yes, you can apply for multiple high school junior scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
While many scholarships do consider GPA as a factor, not all high school junior scholarships require a high GPA. Some may focus on other aspects such as community service or personal achievements.
Eligibility criteria for high school junior scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, community service, leadership roles, and specific interests or talents.
Yes, many high school junior scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its legitimacy.
You can find high school junior scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which provides a comprehensive database of scholarships tailored to your needs.
High school junior scholarships are financial awards designed to help students in their junior year of high school pay for college or other educational expenses. These scholarships can be based on various criteria, including academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and community service.
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