Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 07, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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William R. Godfrey Scholarship
Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Hospitality • Human Resources • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Public Relations • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sports Management • Travel & Tourism • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The William R. Godfrey Scholarship awards $2,100 to minority students pursuing business at HBCUs with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required.
Deadline:
August 26, 2025
George Floyd Peace & Justice Memorial Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • Seniors
The George Floyd Peace & Justice Memorial Scholarship awards $10,000 to Black graduating seniors attending HBCUs. Apply now!
Deadline:
October 9, 2025
Kennard C. Brown Memorial Scholarship
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 • For Black and/or African American students • For Men • Community Service • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Kennard C. Brown Memorial Scholarship awards $500 to African American male undergraduates at HBCUs with a 3.0 GPA and community involvement.
Deadline:
October 2, 2025
Wild Fish For All Scholarship
Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Climate Sciences • Conservation • Natural Resources Management • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Annual $1,000 Wild Fish For All Scholarship for BIPOC students in fisheries conservation programs. Apply now!
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Philadelphia Flyers Rising Leaders Scholarship
Pennsylvania • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Philadelphia Flyers Rising Leaders Scholarship awards $2,500 to Black/African American freshmen involved in hockey with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Vertus Hardiman Endowed Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Vertus Hardiman Endowed Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for HBCU students with a 3.0 GPA, focusing on African American applicants.
Deadline:
February 22, 2025
TMCF | Coca Cola Foundation First Generation HBCU Scholarship
Freshmen
TMCF | Coca-Cola Foundation offers up to $10,000 scholarships for first-gen college students with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
El Cafe Del Futuro Scholarship
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
El Cafe Del Futuro Scholarship offers 25 awards of $5,000 for Latino college students at HACU-member institutions. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology
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 • 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 • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The fund offers up to $3,000 for Black undergraduates in STEM at HBCUs. Apply through your school's science or engineering department.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
TMCF | NRG HBCU Excellence in Education Scholarship
Texas • Finance • Law • Marketing • Meteorology • Animal Sciences • Agricultural Science • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Engineering • Construction Engineering • Computer Engineering • Civil Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Electrical Engineering • STEM • Mathematics • Technology • UX/Technical Design • IT/Information Technology • Physics • Chemistry • Astronomy • Energy • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Accounting • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Design/Visual Communications • Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Juniors
The TMCF | NRG HBCU Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for STEM and business majors with a 3.0 GPA at select Texas universities.
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
UNCF Ladders of Hope Scholarship
Los Angeles County • California • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores
The UNCF Ladders of Hope Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for Black college freshmen in Southern LA with financial need and a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
September 10, 2025
Tee Up Diversity Scholarship Program
Accounting • Business Administration • Communications • Hospitality • Public Relations • Marketing • Environmental Science • Sports Management • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors
Tee Up Diversity Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Black junior students at HBCUs pursuing golf business or sports marketing.
Deadline:
September 15, 2025
Spotify x PLUS1 for Black Creatives Fund Scholars Program
Digital Communications/Media • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores
Spotify x PLUS1 offers $5,000 scholarships for Black HBCU students pursuing media careers. Apply with GPA, essay, and community service.
Deadline:
September 15, 2025
Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship offers $5,000 to Hispanic/Latinx high school seniors attending HACU-member schools.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
The Adult Students in Scholastic Transition Scholarship (ASIST)
New Mexico • Alabama • North Carolina • South Carolina • Ohio • Texas • Pennsylvania • Hawaii • Florida • Kansas • Tennessee • Wisconsin • Washington • Oklahoma • California • Virginia • Arizona • Nebraska • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates
The ASIST Scholarship offers $2,000 to $10,000 for adults overcoming challenges through education. Apply locally for a chance to win.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
EWNJ scholarship
New Jersey • For Women • Age • Graduate Students
The EWNJ scholarship offers $3,000 to NJ women graduate students returning to education after a break. Financial need and community service required.
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
The Angels Wings Thai Scholarship
For students of color • Freshmen
The Angels Wings Thai Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to Thai-American students with a GPA of 3.0+, honoring academic excellence and heritage.
Deadline:
June 14, 2025
The Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship
Foreign Country • For Lesbian students • For Gay students • For Bisexual students • For Transgender students • For Queer students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for LGBTQI U.S. students studying abroad for 4+ weeks.
Deadline:
September 18, 2025
ESASID Scholarship
Pennsylvania • Medicine • For Asian students • Graduate Students
The ESASID Scholarship provides $5,000 for South Asian Indian medical students in Pennsylvania. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
September 30, 2025
AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students
Accounting • 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 • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores
AICPA offers up to $10,000 scholarships for minority students pursuing accounting and CPA licensure. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
MetLife Foundation Legacy Endowed Scholarship
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 • Accounting • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Finance • 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 • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors
The MetLife Foundation Legacy Endowed Scholarship supports HBCU juniors in STEM, business, finance, or accounting with financial need.
Deadline:
August 31, 2025
Iranian American Scholarship Fund
Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Iranian American Scholarship Fund aids students of Iranian heritage with academic excellence and community service. Awards start at $250.
Deadline:
June 3, 2025
NYS Aid to Native Americans
New York • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
NYS Aid to Native Americans offers up to $2,000 for enrolled members of NY tribes. Visit the website for details.
Deadline:
January 4, 2026
TransCanada Indigenous Legacy Scholarship
For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students • Seniors • High school • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
The TransCanada Indigenous Legacy Scholarship offers $5,000 for Indigenous students in the U.S. and Canada pursuing post-secondary education.
Deadline:
May 3, 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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