Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 05, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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Anne Maureen Whitney Barrow Memorial Scholarship
Engineering • For Women • Freshmen
The Anne Maureen Whitney Barrow Memorial Scholarship offers $8,000 to women entering engineering programs. Essay and references required.
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Maureen L. & Howard N. Blitman, P.E. Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering
Engineering • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Native American / American Indian students • High school • Freshmen
Annual $5,000 scholarship for underrepresented high school seniors in engineering. Apply with resume, transcripts, and recommendations.
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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.
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Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Education • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Mental Health • Public Health • Theatre/Performing Arts • 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 Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship supports women of color in LGBTQ activism pursuing degrees in education, women's health, or dance.
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ASA Minority Fellowship Program
Sociology • 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 • Graduate Students
The ASA Minority Fellowship Program offers $20,000 for underrepresented minority Ph.D. students in sociology. Apply with essays and recommendations.
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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!
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American Indians
For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
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Veronica S. Longstreth Memorial Scholarship
Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Veronica S. Longstreth Memorial Scholarship supports African American nursing students in DC and nearby Maryland and Virginia counties.
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Margaret A. Pemberton Endowered Nursing Scholarship
Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • Freshmen
The Margaret A. Pemberton Endowed Nursing Scholarship supports African American seniors in DC and nearby MD/VA counties pursuing nursing.
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Founders Scholarship
Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • Freshmen
The Founders Scholarship offers $250+ to African American seniors in DC or nearby MD/VA counties majoring in nursing with a 2.8 GPA.
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Dr. Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarships
Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • Anne Arundel County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Dr. Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarships support African American nursing students with a GPA of 2.8+ in DC and nearby MD/VA counties.
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Gail Achterman Leadership Scholarship
Cowlitz County • Clark County • Lewis County • Pacific County • Skamania County • Wahkiakum County • Oregon • Transportation/Logistics • Finance • Communications • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Gail Achterman Leadership Scholarship offers $6,000 for women in Oregon/SW Washington pursuing transportation-related studies.
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Gregori Jakovina Scholarship
Clark County • Oregon • Arts • Arts Management • Art History • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Gregori Jakovina Scholarship supports Oregon and Clark County residents in the Arts, focusing on visual arts. Apply with three essays.
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Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Oregon • Washington • Montana • Idaho • Alaska • International Relations • Political Science/Government • Social Work • Social Sciences • Sociology • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • For Two-spirit students • Based on your gender • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship aids trans and gender-diverse students in the Northwest, focusing on social justice and political studies.
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Ed Bradley Scholarship
Radio & Television • Digital Communications/Media • Journalism • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The Ed Bradley Scholarship offers $10,000 to aspiring journalists of color. Apply if you're a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior.
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Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grants
Montana • Georgia • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • For Women • For Trans Woman students • For Trans Man students • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Two-spirit students • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Jeannette Rankin National Scholar Grants provide financial aid for women and non-binary students 35+ pursuing education in the U.S.
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Student Success Scholarship
New Mexico • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • For Native American / American Indian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Student Success Scholarship supports Native American Nursing students in New Mexico with awards starting at $250.
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Underrepresented Minority Gateway to Research Awards
Pharmacy • 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 • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Gateway to Research Scholarship offers $5,000 to underrepresented pharmacy students. Nomination and mentorship required.
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Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship
Michigan • Technology • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship offers $2,000-$5,000 for women pursuing tech degrees in Michigan.
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The PanHellenic Scholarship
Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The PanHellenic Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for full-time undergraduate students of Hellenic descent with a 3.5 GPA.
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Tyler Clementi Memorial 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 • Community Service • Freshmen
The Tyler Clementi Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to LGBTQ+ high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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Chevron Executive Leadership Council Scholarship
Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • 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 Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors
Chevron Executive Leadership Council Scholarship offers $20,000/year for Black undergraduates in business, engineering, or tech.
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The Claes Nobel Future Female Leader Scholarship
For Women • High school
The Claes Nobel Future Female Leader Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school seniors identifying as female with strong leadership skills.
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Richard "88 Fingers" Turner, Jr. Music Scholarship
Music • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Richard '88 Fingers' Turner, Jr. Music Scholarship awards $1,000 to African American music students. Apply with a performance video.
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Vickie Clark-Flaherty Scholarship
Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Vickie Clark-Flaherty Scholarship awards $1,000 to women in food service with a 3.0 GPA. Apply now!
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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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