Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 07, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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Dr. Prentiss Taylor Scholarship
Medicine • 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 • Community Service • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Prentiss Taylor Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented minority medical students based on need, excellence, and leadership.
Deadline:
August 6, 2025
Women in Leadership Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Women in Leadership Scholarship offers $5,000 for female students pursuing environmental careers. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Deadline:
August 14, 2025
Trial LawHER Scholarship
Law • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Trial LawHER Scholarship awards $10,000 to female law students aiming to become plaintiff trial lawyers. Apply with an essay and video.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
NBCUniversal Media Scholarship
Digital Communications/Media • Film • Advertising • Arts • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Age • Juniors • Seniors
NBCUniversal Media Scholarship offers $5,000 for Latino undergraduates in media. Must be a sophomore/junior with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
October 18, 2025
WTS Minnesota Chapter Scholarships
Minnesota • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Graduate Students • Seniors • Sophomores
WTS Minnesota offers scholarships up to $2,000 for women pursuing transportation careers. GPA 3.0+ required.
Deadline:
October 24, 2025
College Track scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The College Track scholarship supports underserved students aiming for their first bachelor's degree, with awards starting at $250.
Deadline:
October 31, 2025
Lynn G. Bellenger Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Lynn G. Bellenger Scholarship offers $5,000 to women pursuing a BS or Engineering degree in HVAC&R with a 3.0 GPA or top 30% standing.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Transportation You High School Scholarship
Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
WTS offers a $2,500 scholarship for high school girls in STEM, promoting careers in transportation.
Deadline:
December 16, 2025
Arcadis Scholarship
Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Science • Natural Resources Management • STEM • 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 students of color • Graduate Students
The Arcadis Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented graduate students in STEM, promoting leadership in the water service industry.
Deadline:
December 20, 2025
Jacobs/CH2M Holly A. Cornell Scholarship
Natural Resources Management • 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 Middle Eastern students • For Women • Graduate Students
The Holly A. Cornell Scholarship offers $10,000 to female/minority students in water supply and treatment. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 20, 2025
Lillian Gong-Guy Memorial Scholarship
California • Freshmen
The Lillian Gong-Guy Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to $2,000 for Santa Clara County high school seniors of Chinese descent with a 3.25 GPA.
Deadline:
March 20, 2025
Mary Lou Manzie Memorial Scholarship
Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen
The Mary Lou Manzie Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500 for non-traditional students in need, focusing on merit and residency in low-income housing.
Deadline:
March 24, 2025
WMA Scholarships
Service • Military • Juniors • Freshmen • Seniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students • High school
WMA Scholarships offer up to $5,000 for female students with Marine Corps connections. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Wisconsin Women In Government Undergraduate Scholarship
Wisconsin • Business Administration • Healthcare Administrative • Public Policy & Administration • Political Science/Government • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The Wisconsin Women In Government Scholarship offers $3,000 for women pursuing public service careers. Apply with essays and recommendations.
Deadline:
June 12, 2025
AICPA Fellowship for Minority Doctoral Students
Accounting • For Black and/or African American students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The AICPA Fellowship offers $15,000 for minority doctoral students in accounting. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
Santa Rosa Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship
California • Aviation/Aeronautical • For Women • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Santa Rosa Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship offers $4,000 to local women pilots pursuing aviation careers. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
MLA Scholarship for Underrepresented Students
Information Sciences • Healthcare-Related • 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
Annual MLA Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for underrepresented students in health sciences librarianship. Apply now!
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Gertrude M. Cox Scholarship
Mathematics • For Women • Graduate Students
The Gertrude M. Cox Scholarship offers $1,000 for women in graduate statistics programs. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
February 22, 2025
Women In Defense Scholarship
Cybersecurity • Defense & Military • Political Science/Government • Engineering • Computer Science • Physics • Mathematics • Law • International Relations • Public Policy & Administration • Economics • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Women In Defense Scholarship supports women pursuing national security careers. Eligible students can receive $250+ with a 3.25 GPA.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Society Of Women Engineers Sacramento Valley Section Scholarship
California • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Engineering • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen • Seniors
Scholarship for female engineering/computer science students at CSU Sacramento, UC Davis, or University of the Pacific. Up to $1,000.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Women Chemists Committee Overcoming Challenges Award
Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Women Chemists Committee Award honors female students overcoming challenges in chemistry with a $250+ scholarship.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
LGBTQ+ Bar Judge Paul G. Feinman Scholarship
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 Asian students • For Middle Eastern students • For Transgender students • For Non-binary students • Graduate Students
The LGBTQ+ Bar Judge Paul G. Feinman Scholarship offers $1,000 to transgender/nonbinary law graduates of color. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
PlaceWorks Scholarship Program
California • Architecture • Urban Design • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • 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 • Seniors • Graduate Students • Juniors
The PlaceWorks Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented students in Planning, Urban Design, or related fields in California.
Deadline:
April 4, 2025
Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship
New Mexico • Alaska • Texas • Georgia • Colorado • Maryland • Alabama • Massachusetts • Connecticut • Florida • New York • South Carolina • North Carolina • Illinois • Ohio • Nevada • Iowa • Michigan • Washington • District Of Columbia • Pennsylvania • California • Hawaii • Indiana • Mississippi • Kentucky • Kansas • New Hampshire • Tennessee • Wisconsin • Minnesota • Louisiana • New Jersey • Virginia • Oklahoma • Nebraska • Oregon • Rhode Island • Missouri • 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 • 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 • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen
The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship offers $5,000 to African American and Hispanic high school seniors pursuing STEM degrees.
Deadline:
April 10, 2025
Ally Financial Public Policy Scholars Program
Public Policy & Administration • Political Science/Government • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors
The Ally Financial Public Policy Scholars Program offers $10,000 for Black undergraduates in Public Policy. Apply with essays and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 27, 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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