Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25

Updated Feb 06, 2025

Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.

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OHM Advisors Diversity Scholarship

Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Meteorology • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • 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 • 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 • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The OHM Advisors Diversity Scholarship offers $1,000 for women and minority students in STEM. Apply if you're a qualifying student!

Deadline:

November 30, 2025

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Dave Caldwell Scholarship

Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • For Black and/or African American students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Women • Graduate Students

The $5,000 Dave Caldwell Scholarship supports female and minority graduate students in drinking water engineering. Essay and recommendation required.

Deadline:

December 19, 2025

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Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship

Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Graduate Students

The Wanda J. Schafer Graduate Scholarship offers $2,500 to women in Texas pursuing graduate studies in transportation with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

December 27, 2025

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Sharon D. Banks Undergraduate Scholarship

Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors

The WTS Undergraduate Scholarship supports women in Texas studying transportation fields with a $2,500 award for eligible candidates.

Deadline:

December 27, 2025

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Fund for Education Abroad Rainbow Scholarship

For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Rainbow Scholarship supports LGBTQI U.S. students studying abroad with awards up to $5,000. Apply now!

Deadline:

February 7, 2025

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Citizens Helping Citizens Scholarship

For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen

The Citizens Helping Citizens Scholarship offers $5,000 awards to high school seniors with financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.75.

Deadline:

May 13, 2025

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Le Blanc Baker Scholarship for Change

Washington • District Of Columbia • For Black and/or African American students • For Men • Freshmen

The Le Blanc Baker Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for Black male students in DC attending HBCUs, with a GPA of 2.0-3.0.

Deadline:

June 6, 2025

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FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship

Finance • Business Administration • Business (MBA) • Management • For Women • Graduate Students

FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship offers $20,000 for women in finance pursuing advanced degrees. Apply now!

Deadline:

June 14, 2025

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Selected Professions Fellows

Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • Law • Business Administration • Management • Medicine • Mechanical Engineering • Materials Science • For Women • Graduate Students

Selected Professions Fellowships offer $20,000 to women pursuing advanced degrees in various fields including architecture, law, and medicine.

Deadline:

November 22, 2025

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Ron Brown Scholarship

For Black and/or African American students • Community Service • Freshmen

The Ron Brown Scholarship offers $40,000 to talented African American students pursuing public service and entrepreneurship.

Deadline:

December 1, 2025

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TMCF | Sallie Mae Fund Completing the Dream Gap Scholarship

For students with disabilities • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Graduates

TMCF's Dream Gap Scholarship offers 200 $2,500 awards for diverse students facing financial challenges. Apply with a video.

Deadline:

December 6, 2025

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The Science Ambassador Scholarship

Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Biology • Physics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Trans Woman students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors

The Science Ambassador Scholarship offers $20,000 for women and non-binary STEM students. Submit a 3-minute educational video.

Deadline:

December 16, 2025

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International Women In Engineering Day Scholarships

Ventura County • Orange County • Los Angeles 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 • For Women • For Trans Woman students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Scholarship for women in engineering: $500 for B.S./M.S./Ph.D. students in LA, Orange, or Ventura Counties.

Deadline:

January 7, 2026

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NANBPWC National Scholarship

For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen

NANBPWC National Scholarship offers $250+ for African-American seniors. Write an essay on two trailblazers' contributions. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 29, 2025

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The League Foundation Scholarships

For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Asexual students • Community Service • Freshmen

The League Foundation Scholarships support LGBTQ+ high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Awards start at $250.

Deadline:

April 15, 2025

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The Game Changers Scholarship

Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Political Science/Government • Criminal Justice • Psychology • Counseling • Public Health • Sociology • Communications • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Arts Management • Management • Natural Resources Management • Operations Management • Sports Management • Accounting • Economics • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Chemistry • Physics • Geological & Earth Sciences • Astronomy • Environmental Engineering • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Arts • Art History • English • Foreign Languages • Religious/Theological Studies • History • Social Sciences • International Relations • Gender Studies • Writing • Graphic Design • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Game Changers Scholarship awards $2,000 to multicultural women for business, sciences, or liberal arts degrees. Minimum GPA: 3.0.

Deadline:

May 12, 2025

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$5,000 NEWH Women Leaders scholarship

Hospitality • Management • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The NEWH Women Leaders scholarship awards $5,000 to female hospitality students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Deadline:

June 21, 2025

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American Fellowships

Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • For Women • Graduate Students

AAUW American Fellowships offer up to $50,000 for women scholars in STEM or gender research. U.S. citizens/permanent residents eligible.

Deadline:

November 15, 2025

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Zinpro Corporation's Undergraduate Poultry Science Scholarship

Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Veterinary • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Juniors • Seniors

Zinpro Corporation offers a $5,000 scholarship for underrepresented undergraduate students in Poultry Science.

Deadline:

December 31, 2025

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Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships

Nevada • For Women • Freshmen • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Nevada Women’s Fund Scholarships support women in Northern Nevada for post-secondary education. Awards start at $250+. Apply now!

Deadline:

January 6, 2026

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CESDA Scholarship Program

Colorado • 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 • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • High school

CESDA offers seven $1,000 scholarships for first-gen or underrepresented students in Colorado with financial need. Apply now!

Deadline:

February 15, 2025

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Lakselaget Foundation Scholarship Fund

Minnesota • Biology • Mathematics • Science • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Lakselaget Foundation offers $1,000 scholarships for female students connected to Minnesota or Norway with a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

March 1, 2025

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Invictus Verus Scholarship Program

Business Administration • Business (MBA) • Finance • Economics • Law • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asexual students • For Bisexual 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 Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • For Agender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Invictus Verus Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented undergraduate students pursuing careers in business and finance.

Deadline:

March 14, 2025

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SpeakOUT Boston Scholarship

Maine • Vermont • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • Connecticut • Rhode Island • 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 SpeakOUT Boston Scholarship offers $500 to LGBTQIA+ undergraduates in New England with a 3.00 GPA. Apply now!

Deadline:

March 31, 2025

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William Henry Fitch Memorial Trust

Allegheny County • Pennsylvania • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The William Henry Fitch Memorial Trust provides financial aid for nursing students in Allegheny County, PA, with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Deadline:

April 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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