Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 04, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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Women in Auto Care Scholarships
Automotive • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Women in Auto Care Scholarships provide $5,000 to female students pursuing careers in the auto care industry across the U.S.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Clarkston Scholars Program
Counseling • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Marketing • Management • Manufacturing/Production • Seniors • Juniors
The Clarkston Scholars Program offers a $10,000 scholarship for first-generation college sophomores. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
HSF Scholars Program
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students • High school
The HSF Scholars Program offers merit-based scholarships up to $5,000 for Hispanic students pursuing a university degree.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Central Alabama Community Foundation Scholarships
Butler County • Cullman County • Lowndes County • Macon County • Montgomery County • Pike County • Alabama • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Central Alabama Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in select Alabama counties. Apply online now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Susan M. Krause Scholarship
Door County • Wisconsin • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Adam Montes Pride Scholarship
For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Lesbian students • For Gay students • For Pansexual students • For Straight students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Adam Montes Pride Scholarship awards $500 to LGBTQ+ first-gen college students from underrepresented minorities. Essay required.
Deadline:
March 23, 2025
John and Kathryn O'Brien Scholarship
Minnesota • Freshmen • Sophomores
The O'Brien Scholarship offers $500 to Minnesota State two-year college students who are immigrants or children of immigrants with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Hispanic Scholars Program
Texas • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Hispanic Scholars Program offers up to $5,000 for Texas students of Hispanic heritage with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Thear Sy Suzuki R.I.S.E. Scholarship
For Asian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Thear Sy Suzuki R.I.S.E. Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for Asian American students demonstrating leadership and resilience. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Sutliff and Stout Diversity in Law Scholarship
Legal • Law • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Sutliff & Stout offers a $1,500 scholarship for an essay on distracted driving habits and solutions. Open to high school and college students.
Deadline:
July 25, 2025
Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarships
Virginia • Maryland • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Athletic • Freshmen
Team DC offers $1,400 scholarships for LGBTQ student-athletes in D.C. who excel academically and athletically. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
The Springfield Equity Scholarship
Vermont • 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 White students • Community Service • Freshmen
The Springfield Equity Scholarship offers $4,000 for high school seniors of color with a 2.5 GPA and community involvement. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Samantha Jennings-Jones Memorial Scholarship
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Samantha Jennings-Jones Memorial Scholarship awards $5,000 to women in cybersecurity or related fields with a 3.2 GPA.
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
ISC2 Graduate Scholarships
Information Sciences • Computer Science • IT/Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Graduate Students
ISC2 Graduate Scholarships offer $1,000 to $5,000 for Master's or doctoral students in cybersecurity with a 3.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 3, 2025
Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship
Engineering • Computer Science • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Business Administration • Management • Finance • Marketing • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship offers $2,500-$5,000 for high school seniors of African descent pursuing tech-related degrees.
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship
Connecticut • 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 Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Freshmen
BBB's Diverse Student Ethics Scholarship offers $2,500 to diverse CT high school seniors demonstrating ethics and leadership.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Sachs Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
Colorado • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Sachs Foundation offers up to $50,000 in scholarships for Black Colorado high school seniors pursuing undergraduate studies.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
SWE Emerging First Year Scholars
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 • STEM • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Stephen Feinberg Multi-Year Scholarship Program
For Black and/or African American students • High school
The Stephen Feinberg Scholarship offers up to $40,000 for full-time African-American students with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Geoffrey M. Curtis Scholarship
Public Relations • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Samara Fund Scholarships
Vermont • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Asexual students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Freshmen
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
The DGV Scholarship Program
STEM • Finance • Business (MBA) • 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 • Freshmen
The DGV Scholarship Program awards $5,000 to BIPOC and women in STEM, Finance, or Business with financial need and strong academics.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Ethnically Diverse Student Scholarship
Kansas • Accounting • For Black and/or African American students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Seniors
The Ethnically Diverse Student Scholarship offers $2,500 for junior ethnic minority accounting majors in Kansas colleges.
Deadline:
February 16, 2025
James B. Morris Scholarship
Iowa • 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 • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The James B. Morris Scholarship offers $1,000+ for diverse students in Iowa with a 2.5 GPA. Essay and references required.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Spectrum Scholarship Program
Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Literature • Digital Communications/Media • 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
Spectrum Scholarship Program offers up to $5,000 for diverse students in library and information studies programs.
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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