Identity-based scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 05, 2025Apply below to the best Identity-based scholarships for February 2025.
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The Howard S. Young Scholarship
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Medina County • Portage County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Howard S. Young Scholarship offers $250+ to Greater Cleveland students through a common application. High winning chances!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Shelly Saltzman Scholarship for Education
Cuyahoga County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Medina County • Portage County • Ohio • Education • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Shelly Saltzman Scholarship offers $250+ to Greater Cleveland students. One application for multiple scholarships. High winning chances!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
The Eleanor R. Gerson Award for Graduate Students in Social Work
Cuyahoga County • Medina County • Geauga County • Lorain County • Lake County • Portage County • Ohio • Social Work • Graduate Students
The Eleanor R. Gerson Award offers $250+ scholarships for graduate social work students in Greater Cleveland. Apply with one common application.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
George A. Strait Minority Scholarship
Information Sciences • Law • 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 • Graduate Students
Apply for the George A. Strait Minority Scholarship for law librarianship. Open to minority students in ALA-accredited programs. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
For the Culture Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Freshmen
The For the Culture Scholarship awards $900 to BIPOC high school seniors attending Diversity University summit. Apply with proof of attendance.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
AWIS Opportunity Scholarship for Career Re-entry
For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
AWIS Opportunity Scholarship offers $2,500 for women in STEM re-entering the workforce. Apply now for support in your career journey!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Tri Delta Undergraduate Scholarships
For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Tri Delta offers scholarships up to $7,500 for undergraduate members demonstrating academic and community involvement.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Delta Gamma Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarships
For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Delta Gamma offers merit-based scholarships for initiated members with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with a letter of recommendation and essay.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
MAWP Memorial Scholarship
Law Enforcement • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
The MAWP Memorial Scholarship provides $450+ for female students pursuing a law enforcement career, requiring P.O.S.T. program completion.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Aguilar-Cuellar-Toben (ACT) Research Grant
Nursing • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Graduate Students
The ACT Research Grant offers $1,000 to Latino Ph.D. nursing students improving health care outcomes for their community.
Deadline:
March 30, 2025
The Helen And Allen Brown Scholarship
Tennessee • Louisiana • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Helen And Allen Brown Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for racial-ethnic minority students in United Methodist Church districts.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
GFWC Women's Club of South County scholarship program
Rhode Island • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
GFWC Women's Club of South County offers scholarships for Washington County women aged 19+ with financial need. Apply now!
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Scholarships for Lutheran laywomen
For Lutheran students • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Scholarships for Lutheran laywomen support women pursuing non-ordained careers. Eligibility includes age, membership, and education interruption.
Deadline:
April 5, 2025
A.R.F.O.R.A. Martha Gavrila Scholarships for Women
For Christian students • For Women • Graduate Students
The A.R.F.O.R.A. Martha Gavrila Scholarships offer $1,000 for women in post-graduate studies within the Romanian Orthodox community.
Deadline:
May 10, 2025
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship
For Women • Freshmen
The Distinguished Young Women Scholarship awards up to $30,000 to high school senior girls in the U.S. for academic and personal achievements.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Full Circle & Tribal College Scholarships
For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The American Indian College Fund offers scholarships for Native American students pursuing degrees at tribal colleges and accredited schools.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Anthony B. Davis Scholarship
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Anthony B. Davis Scholarship offers $585 to BIPOC high school seniors and undergraduates with a 3.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your story.
Deadline:
January 1, 2026
LULAC Lambda Scholorship
District Of Columbia • 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 • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
LULAC Lambda Scholarship offers $2,500 for LGBTQ+ Latinx students in DC based on academics and community service.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
EducationDynamics $10,000 Minority First Generation Scholarship Contest
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 • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school
EducationDynamics offers a $10,000 scholarship for minority first-generation college students. Apply with an essay!
Deadline:
August 30, 2025
Central Valley Scholars LGBTQIA+ Scholarship
Kern County • Kings County • Madera County • Merced County • San Joaquin County • Stanislaus County • Tulare County • Fresno County • California • For Transgender students • For Queer students • For Pansexual students • For Lesbian students • For Gay students • For Bisexual students • For Asexual students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Central Valley Scholars LGBTQIA+ Scholarship offers $1,500 to Queer students in the Central Valley for education at various institutions.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship
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 • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Physics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship offers $10,000 awards for female students pursuing STEM fields. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
Sheila A Burke Memorial Scholarship
Nursing • 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 • High school
The Sheila A Burke Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to underprivileged nursing students. Apply by sharing your vision as a future nurse.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Diva of Halo Legacy Scholarship
For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Community Service • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Diva of Halo Legacy Scholarship awards $2,500 to LGBTQIA+ students with a passion for community service. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 16, 2025
Concrete Rose Scholarship Award
For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Concrete Rose Scholarship offers $500 to first-gen BIPOC women in high school or college with a 2.0 GPA. Apply by sharing your story.
Deadline:
January 1, 2026
India Terrell Memorial Scholarship
North Carolina • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The India Terrell Memorial Scholarship awards $600 to Black or African students in NC. Essay required for application.
Deadline:
January 5, 2026
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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