Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 06, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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Korty & Morton Scholarship
Illinois • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For LGBTQIA+ students • Community Service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Korty & Morton Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for LGBTQ students and allies in Illinois, focusing on community advocacy and need.
Deadline:
September 22, 2025
Anne Rudin Scholarship
California • Political Science/Government • International Relations • Public Policy & Administration • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Anne Rudin Scholarship offers $2,000 to female students in Sacramento studying public administration or related fields.
Deadline:
October 15, 2025
Fashion Scholarship Fund’s Case Study Scholarship
Florida • Oklahoma • Missouri • Wisconsin • West Virginia • Delaware • Minnesota • Washington • Ohio • Massachusetts • Colorado • Louisiana • North Carolina • Virginia • Iowa • Texas • Indiana • Illinois • Rhode Island • California • Arizona • Alabama • Georgia • New York • Pennsylvania • Fashion • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Fashion Scholarship Fund offers $250+ scholarships for fashion students with a 3.20 GPA at FSF member schools.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
Ancestry’s HistoryMakers Scholarship
Florida • Maryland • Tennessee • North Carolina • Computer Science • Computer Engineering • Mathematics • Technology • Marketing • Finance • Business Administration • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ancestry’s HistoryMakers Scholarship offers $2,500 to diverse undergraduate students with a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Deadline:
October 27, 2025
Chuck Hall Star Of Tomorrow Scholarship
For Men • Athletic • Seniors • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen • High school
The Chuck Hall Star Of Tomorrow Scholarship awards $6,000 to a male bowler under 20, recognizing performance, academics, and community involvement.
Deadline:
December 2, 2025
Monique Pegues Graduate Leadership Scholarship
Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Graduate Students
The Monique Pegues Graduate Leadership Scholarship awards $2,500 to women pursuing transportation careers with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
WTS Community College/Technical/Trade School Scholarship
Dallas County • Texas • Transportation/Logistics • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores
WTS offers a $2,500 scholarship for women pursuing technical degrees in transportation in Texas. GPA 3.0+ required.
Deadline:
December 27, 2025
Beta Nu/Caryl Cordis D'hondt Scholarship
Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Beta Nu/Caryl Cordis D'hondt Scholarship offers $250+ to initiated Sigma Kappa members in need of financial assistance.
Deadline:
February 9, 2025
Nancy Lorraine Jensen Memorial Scholarship Fund
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 • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Alpha Delta Gamma Educational Foundation Scholarship
Sophomores
Alpha Delta Gamma offers $1,500 scholarships for collegiate and alumnae members based on GPA, essays, references, and community service.
Deadline:
March 6, 2025
Journey Toward Ordained Ministry Scholarship
Religious/Theological Studies • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Journey Toward Ordained Ministry Scholarship provides $5,000 for racial-ethnic minority students pursuing ordained ministry.
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
HANA Scholars
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Deadline:
March 13, 2025
AHEPA Educational Foundation National Scholarship Program
Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The AHEPA Educational Foundation offers up to $2,000 scholarships for eligible AHEPA Family members and Hellenic students.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
The Native American Seminary Award
For Native American / American Indian students • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The $10,000 Native American Seminary Award supports Native American students in seminary programs. Eligibility includes UMC membership and tribal documentation.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
APALA Scholarship
Information Sciences • Literature • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • Graduate Students
The APALA Scholarship offers $2,000 to Asian or Pacific students in library science master's or doctoral programs. Membership required.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
WIIT Scholarship
Other Trades/Crafts • Public Policy & Administration • Business (MBA) • Economics • Management • For Women • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The WIIT $1,500 scholarship supports female students in International Trade studies at U.S. universities. Apply with an essay.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Corris Boyd Scholarship
Healthcare-Related • Healthcare Administrative • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The Corris Boyd Scholarship awards $40,000 to eligible full-time master's students from diverse ethnic backgrounds with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
PRIDE Scholarship
Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • STEM • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • 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 • Graduate Students
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 2, 2025
Women on Par Scholarship
For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Women on Par Scholarship offers up to $7,000 for women 30+ pursuing higher education, promoting equal opportunities for non-traditional students.
Deadline:
April 2, 2025
Dr. Nicholas Padis Memorial Graduate Scholarship
Pennsylvania • New Jersey • Delaware • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Dr. Nicholas Padis Memorial Graduate Scholarship offers $5,000 for Greek descent students in Greater Philadelphia pursuing higher education.
Deadline:
April 3, 2025
Dr. Peter A. Theodos Memorial Graduate Scholarship
Pennsylvania • Delaware • New Jersey • Medicine • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Dr. Peter A. Theodos Memorial Graduate Scholarship offers $1,500 to eligible students pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree.
Deadline:
April 3, 2025
ScholarSHPE
Science • Technology • Engineering • Mathematics • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
ScholarSHPE offers up to $5,000 for Hispanic students in STEM. Must be SHPE member with GPA 2.75+. Apply with essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 14, 2025
J. Frances Allen Scholarship
Marine Biology/Sciences • For Women • Graduate Students
The J. Frances Allen Scholarship awards $2,500 to female PhD students in aquatic research. Apply with CV, GRE scores, and proposal.
Deadline:
April 19, 2025
Prospanica Foundation Scholarships
Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Agriculture • Accounting • Finance • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
Prospanica Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Hispanic/Latino students pursuing business degrees. GPA requirements apply.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Metropolis of Boston Scholarship Opportunities
Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The St. George's Society offers two scholarships for Greek heritage students: $7,500 and $5,000. Minimum 3.2 GPA required.
Deadline:
May 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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