Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 04, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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Worthy Women Scholarship
For Women • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Worthy Women Scholarship provides up to $2,500 for women returning to school. Apply with an essay to pursue your passions.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship
Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship offers $500 to BIPOC students pursuing STEM. Apply with an essay on your impact in the field.
Deadline:
March 2, 2025
Women in Healthcare Scholarship
Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to female students pursuing healthcare. Share your passion and impact in the field.
Deadline:
July 2, 2025
Scholarships4Moms.net Scholarship
For Women • Family • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Win a $10,000 scholarship for mothers or expectant mothers enrolled in U.S. colleges. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program
Transportation/Logistics • Mathematics • Science • Engineering • Architecture • Environmental Engineering • Pre-Med • Psychology • Foreign Languages • Literature • Freshmen
Fontana Transport Inc. offers a $5,000 scholarship for first-gen seniors pursuing degrees in various fields. Minimum 3.5 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Good Vibes Only Scholarship in Memory of C. Spoon
Psychology • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Good Vibes Only Scholarship offers $2,100 to BIPOC psychology students with a 2.5 GPA. Essay required on mental health's impact.
Deadline:
March 18, 2025
Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship
Music • 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 Middle Eastern students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship awards $1,000 to underrepresented minority students pursuing music or education.
Deadline:
February 22, 2025
Simon Strong Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Simon Strong Scholarship awards $500 to BIPOC students with volunteer experience and a 2.5 GPA. Essay required on overcoming adversity.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Appily College Prep Scholarship for First-Generation College Students
Age • High school
The Appily College Prep Scholarship awards $1,000 to first-generation college students registered on Appily. Apply online.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Union of Marash Armenian Student Funds
Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Union of Marash Armenian Student Fund offers scholarships to Armenian students to support their education and cultural endeavors.
Deadline:
July 15, 2025
Sterbenz-Ryan Scholarship
Burnett County • Pierce County • Polk County • St. Croix County • Chisago County • Washington County • Minnesota • Wisconsin • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sterbenz-Ryan Scholarship offers $2,000 to 100 students facing financial challenges in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
John Bessemer Memorial Scholarship
San Diego County • California • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The John Bessemer Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 to LGBTQ+ students in San Diego County with specific GPA requirements.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Sergeant John Basilone Post Graduate Scholarship
Graduate Students
The UNICO Foundation offers $3,000 scholarships for U.S. citizens of Italian descent pursuing graduate studies.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
US Graduate Scholarship
Graduate Students
The US Graduate Scholarship offers $5,000 for Armenian graduate students with a 3.5 GPA and financial need. Apply with essays and recommendations.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Medical Diversity Scholarship
Medicine • 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 Medical Diversity Scholarship offers $2,000 to medical students from minority groups committed to diversity. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
October 1, 2025
Girls Service League College Scholarship
Tarrant County • Johnson County • Parker County • Texas • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
Scholarship for female residents of Tarrant, Johnson, and Parker counties in Texas with a 3.0 GPA for college attendance. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Michigan Auto Law Student Diversity Scholarships
Law • For Black and/or African American students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Seniors • Graduate Students
Michigan Auto Law offers $1,000 scholarships for diverse law students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with transcript and essay.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Rama Scholarships for the American Dream
Hospitality • For Native American / American Indian students • For Asian students • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
Rama Scholarships support hospitality management students with a minimum GPA of 2.5, prioritizing Asian or Indian descent applicants.
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
SWE Golden Gate Section scholarships
San Mateo County • San Francisco County • Alameda County • Contra Costa County • Marin County • Lake County • Mendocino County • Napa County • Solano County • Sonoma County • California • Engineering • Computer Science • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
SWE Golden Gate Section offers scholarships up to $2,000 for women and underrepresented genders pursuing engineering or computer science.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
Pride Scholarship
Ohio • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The SHPE Pride Scholarship awards $2,000 to LGBTQ Hispanic students in STEM. Must be an active SHPE member with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
Benjamin Cottone Scholarship
Pre-Med • Medicine • Graduate Students
UNICO Foundation offers a $5,000 scholarship for US citizens of Italian heritage pursuing medical degrees. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Live Out Loud Young Trailblazers Scholarship
Connecticut • New York • New Jersey • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • High school • Freshmen
The Live Out Loud Young Trailblazers Scholarship offers $5,000 for LGBTQ+ high school seniors in the Tri-State area with financial need.
Deadline:
February 5, 2025
ISC2 Women's Cybersecurity Scholarships
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
ISC2 Women's Cybersecurity Scholarships provide $1,000 to $5,000 for women pursuing cybersecurity degrees. Minimum GPA of 3.3 required.
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Out for Education Scholarship
Harris County • Fort Bend County • Montgomery County • Galveston County • Brazoria County • Waller County • Chambers County • Austin County • Texas • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Out for Education Scholarship offers $1,000 to $10,000 for LGBTQ+ students from Houston-area schools with a 2.75 GPA.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Greater Seattle (WA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Scholarship
King County • Snohomish County • Kitsap County • Clallam County • Jefferson County • Washington • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Greater Seattle Chapter of The Links offers up to $15,000 scholarships for African American high school seniors in the Puget Sound area.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
FAQ
Common mistakes to avoid when applying for identity-based scholarships include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting generic essays, and not proofreading your application materials. Take your time to ensure your application is complete and polished.
Yes, some identity-based scholarships may not require essays, but many do. It's important to read the application guidelines carefully to understand what is required.
In your personal statement for identity-based scholarships, include your personal story, how your identity has shaped your experiences, your academic and career goals, and how receiving the scholarship will help you achieve those goals.
Yes, many identity-based scholarships are open to international students, but eligibility can vary. Be sure to check the specific requirements for each scholarship you are considering.
To increase your chances of winning an identity-based scholarship, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, highlighting your achievements, and demonstrating your commitment to your community and identity.
Yes, you can apply for multiple identity-based scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving funding for your education.
Eligibility criteria for identity-based scholarships vary by scholarship but often include factors such as the applicant's identity, academic performance, community involvement, and financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, identity-based scholarships are legitimate and are offered by various organizations, foundations, and educational institutions to support underrepresented groups in higher education.
You can find identity-based scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates numerous scholarship opportunities tailored to different identities and backgrounds.
Identity-based scholarships are financial awards designed to support students from specific demographic groups, such as those based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other identity factors. These scholarships aim to promote diversity and inclusion in education.
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