Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Design Thinking Scholarship

The Design Thinking Scholarship offers $1,000 to students passionate about design thinking and digital design tools through an essay application.

Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

The Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship offers $1,500 to students pursuing health and fitness careers, recognizing leadership and achievement.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

The RevPart STEM Scholarship

The RevPart STEM Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for undergraduate or graduate STEM students at accredited colleges.

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Sieben Edmunds Miller Criminal Justice Scholarship

The Sieben Edmunds Miller Criminal Justice Scholarship offers $1,000 for students pursuing criminal justice careers. Apply online.

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship

The SBB Research Group offers 12 STEM scholarships of $2,500 for full-time students. Apply now with an essay!

Women in Healthcare Scholarship

The Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to female students pursuing healthcare. Share your passion and impact in the field.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Healthcare Leaders Scholarship

The Healthcare Leaders Scholarship awards $1,500 to eligible nursing or medicine students. Apply now if you meet the criteria!

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship

Apply for the $2,500 AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship for automotive degree students. Submit an essay to qualify.

Sales Training and Development's Scholarship 

Annual $1,000 Sales Training and Development Scholarship for business students. Essay required. Open to high school seniors and college students.

Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship

The Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship offers $500 to BIPOC students pursuing STEM. Apply with an essay on your impact in the field.

Solar Scholarship to Fight Climate Change

The Solar Scholarship offers $1,000 for students pursuing renewable energy degrees with a 3.0 GPA. Apply online with transcripts and a statement.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

AlvaradoSmith Raymond G. Alvarado Scholarship

Eisner Foundation Scholarship offers $4,000 for students active in Goals, applicable for fees or tutoring.

Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship

The Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship awards $500 to students pursuing mental health careers. Open to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Good Vibes Only Scholarship in Memory of C. Spoon

The Good Vibes Only Scholarship offers $2,100 to BIPOC psychology students with a 2.5 GPA. Essay required on mental health's impact.

MPOWER MBA Scholarship

MPOWER MBA Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for full-time international MBA students at MPOWER-supported schools. Apply online now!

Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial College Scholarship

The Serena Rose Jarvis Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students facing mental health challenges. Apply with a personal essay.

Architecture and Engineering Scholarship

The Architecture and Engineering Scholarship offers $4,000 for students with a 3.5 GPA in accredited programs.

Association of Hispanic Professionals for Education Scholarship

Scholarship for community college transfers in Business Administration, with preference for CSU Fullerton students. Average award: $4,000.

2K Annual Drug Rehab USA – Mental Health Scholarship

The 2K Annual Drug Rehab USA Mental Health Scholarship awards $2,000 to students in mental health programs committed to making a difference.

Arts Scholarship

The Hispanic Education Endowment Fund offers $283,000 in scholarships for Orange County students, averaging $4,000 each.

Boyd J. Cameron Memorial Scholarship

The Boyd J. Cameron Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to first-generation business students with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required.

Increase your chances by having someone who knows you write about the great person you are.

Optional Recommendation

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program

Fontana Transport Inc. offers a $5,000 scholarship for first-gen seniors pursuing degrees in various fields. Minimum 3.5 GPA required.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Medical Diversity Scholarship 

The Medical Diversity Scholarship offers $2,000 to medical students from minority groups committed to diversity. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.

The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship

The Home Depot Foundation offers $2,500 scholarships for trade-related programs. Apply with an essay.

Women in STEM Scholarship

The Women in STEM Scholarship offers $1,000 for women in STEM majors at junior/senior level in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Virginia Council on Women STEM Essay Contest

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships offer $750 to Hawaii residents pursuing careers in early care and education.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

What is a letter of recommendation?

A&WMA International Scholarship

A&WMA International Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for full-time graduate students in environmental fields. One-year award, reapply for second year.

Clarkston Scholars Program

The Clarkston Scholars Program offers a $10,000 scholarship for first-generation college sophomores. Apply now!

Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship

The Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship awards $1,000 to underrepresented minority students pursuing music or education.

Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship

Apply for the Pediatric Dentist of Tomorrow Scholarship for a chance to win $500 towards your dental education. Submit transcripts and essay.

Elevate Scholarship Program

Elevate offers 15 $500 scholarships for Iowa high school seniors pursuing manufacturing careers at community colleges. Apply now!

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Art Project

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Larry McDonald Scholarship

The Larry McDonald Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in Oregon and Clark County, WA, pursuing Arts or Humanities with an average award of $6,700.

 AEEF Scholarship

Student Scholarship

Student Scholarships support music education with a $500 award. Application requires an essay and recommendation letters.

UMSA Foundation Scholarship

UMSA Foundation Scholarship offers $3,000 and $1,000 awards for students in specific fields. Eligibility: residents of five Midwest states.

Which schools participate in the JD scholarship? 

The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law 2025 Scholarships - JD

The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law 2025 Scholarships - JD are offered to law students who will be enrolled at a participating school.

STC Student Scholarship 

The STC Student Scholarship offers $500 to students in technical communication programs with one year of education completed.

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for full-time college students in advertising or marketing fields from select Indiana counties.

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture

Katherine M. Grosscup Scholarships offer up to $3,500 for horticulture students in select states. GPA 3.5+ required.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship awards $1,500 to students in horticulture programs in select Florida counties.

Steven Penn Bryan Scholarship Fund

The Steven Penn Bryan Scholarship Fund provides $1,810 for students over 30 pursuing a master's in counseling or related fields.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great person you are.

Recommendation - Contact info

Des Moines Women’s Club Marjorie O’Braza Memorial STEM Scholarship 

The Des Moines Women’s Club offers a $2,000 STEM scholarship for Polk County high school seniors pursuing science, technology, engineering, or math.

STEM Scholarship

The STEM Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for underrepresented students in sustainability and STEM with a 3.0 GPA and community impact.

Minority Natural Resource Scholarship

The Minority Natural Resource Scholarship offers $1,000 to minority students in Missouri pursuing natural resource management degrees.

New Mexico Garden Clubs Scholarship

The New Mexico Garden Clubs Scholarship offers $2,500 for students in garden-related fields attending New Mexico colleges.

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

The ATIA Foundation Student Scholarship

The ATIA Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for Alaskan students in travel and tourism education.

Society of Women Engineers - Lehigh Valley Section

Scholarship for women high school seniors pursuing engineering, offering up to $5,000 based on academics and leadership.

Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship

The Wisconsin Professional Police Association offers a $500 scholarship for residents pursuing degrees in police science or criminal justice.

Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship

The Shook Construction Harry F. Gaeke Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for construction students in Ohio, Kentucky, or Indiana.