Scholarships by major - Jan '25
Updated Jan 31, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships by major for January 2025.
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Christopher K. Smith Memorial Future Teacher Scholarship
Delaware • Education • Teacher Education • Teaching • High school • Freshmen
The Christopher K. Smith Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000/year for 4 years to Delaware high school seniors pursuing teaching careers.
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The Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont Scholarship
Vermont • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Horticulture • Biology • Conservation • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont offers a $1,000 scholarship for students in gardening, landscape design, and related fields.
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Thermaxx Jackets Scholarship
Engineering • Home Services • Other Trades/Crafts • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
Thermaxx Jackets offers a $1,000 scholarship for full-time engineering students in HVAC&R with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Apply with an essay.
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LionsDeal.com Scholarship
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Marketing • Business (MBA) • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
LionsDeal.com offers a $1,200 scholarship for students in food service and hospitality. Apply with an essay showcasing leadership and creativity.
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IoPP Packaging Education Scholarship
Industrial Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Manufacturing/Production • Juniors • Seniors
The IoPP Packaging Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to students in packaging-related programs. Apply online now!
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PepsiCo R&D Scholarship
Industrial Engineering • Other Trades/Crafts • Manufacturing/Production • Juniors • Seniors
PepsiCo R&D Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in packaging-related studies. Apply online if entering junior/senior year.
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Taylor J. Paul Arts and Media Scholarship
Arts • Digital Communications/Media • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
The Taylor J. Paul Arts and Media Scholarship offers $1,000 to LGBTQ+ undergraduates in arts/media. Apply with an essay on your degree choice.
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The Chris Shull Memorial Scholarship
Journalism • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Chris Shull Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to Kansas journalism students focused on arts and music, with a 3.0 GPA requirement.
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Publicity.ai SEO and Content Marketing Scholarship
Business (MBA) • Marketing • Computer Science • Communications • Information Sciences • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores
Publicity.ai offers a $1,000 scholarship for students interested in SEO and content marketing. Apply with a brief essay.
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DEWALT Trades Scholarship
Construction Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Energy • Mechanical • Technology • Construction • Mechanical Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The DEWALT Trades Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in trade fields with a minimum 2.0 GPA. IRS Form 1040 required.
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Mark Sherman Law Juvenile Justice Scholarship
Law • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Mark Sherman Law Juvenile Justice Scholarship offers $1,000 to college students or GED holders with a 3.0 GPA interested in juvenile justice.
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DAR–Lena Ferguson Scholarship
Washington • Maryland • Virginia • Nursing • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The DAR–Lena Ferguson Scholarship awards $5,000 to eligible nursing students from DC, MD, or VA with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.
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American History Scholarship
History • American Studies • Freshmen
The American History Scholarship offers $2,000 for high school seniors pursuing degrees in American History or Government. Apply now!
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Imagine Cup Games Competition
Game Design • Technology • IT/Information Technology • High school • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores
Join the Imagine Cup Games Competition for a chance to win $50,000 by creating innovative games on Windows platforms.
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Harold Wetterberg Foundation Scholarship Program
New Jersey • Veterinary • Sophomores • Juniors
The Harold Wetterberg Foundation offers scholarships for NJ residents in DVM programs with a 3.0 GPA. Award: $250+.
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Prem Jain Scholarship
Civil Engineering • Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Prem Jain Scholarship offers $5,000 for B.S. or Engineering students in HVAC&R, requiring a 3.0 GPA and personal statement.
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Accountants Coalition Minority Scholarship
Michigan • Accounting • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Accountants Coalition Minority Scholarship offers $5,000 to minority students in Michigan pursuing accounting degrees.
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The Randy Brown Memorial Scholarship
Kansas • Journalism • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Randy Brown Memorial Scholarship provides $1,500 for journalism students in Kansas with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
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Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship
Alaska • Oregon • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Arts • Art History • Photography • Film • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students
Apply for the Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship for visual arts and design. Open to Northwest residents. Award: $250+.
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America's Farmers Grow Ag Leaders - $1,500 Scholar
Agriculture • Animal Sciences • Chemical Engineering • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Computer Science • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
America's Farmers Grow Ag Leaders offers 30 scholarships of $1,500 for ag-related degree students with endorsements from local farmers.
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Marion E. McRae Trust Forestry Scholarship
New Jersey • Conservation • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship
Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Mathematics • Music • Physics • Science • STEM • Graduate Students
The DOE Computational Science Graduate Fellowship offers $36,000/year for U.S. citizens pursuing a Ph.D. in STEM fields.
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Holzheimer Memorial Student Scholarship
Public Policy & Administration • Urban Design • Graduate Students
The Holzheimer Memorial Student Scholarship offers $1,500 for Master's students in planning programs with a 2,500-word paper submission.
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Frank M. Snowden Jr. Undergraduate Scholarships
History • Literature • World Studies • Geological & Earth Sciences • 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
Frank M. Snowden Jr. Scholarships support underrepresented students in classics or archaeology with $4,500 awards. Apply with essay & recommendations.
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FNSNA General Scholarship Program
Nursing • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The FNSNA General Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for nursing students in approved programs, requiring involvement in nursing organizations.
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FAQ
In your personal statement for scholarships by major, include your passion for the field, relevant experiences, career goals, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your academic and professional aspirations.
Yes, some scholarships by major may have special requirements, such as maintaining a certain GPA, completing specific coursework, or participating in related extracurricular activities. Always review the scholarship details for specific requirements.
Common documents required for scholarships by major include your academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and sometimes a resume detailing your extracurricular activities and achievements.
To increase your chances of winning a scholarship by major, focus on crafting a strong application, including a compelling personal statement, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and highlighting relevant experiences and achievements in your field.
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships by major. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your studies.
While many scholarships by major do consider GPA as a factor, not all require a high GPA. Some scholarships may focus more on your passion for the field, extracurricular activities, or personal statements.
Eligibility criteria for scholarships by major can vary widely, but they often include factors such as enrollment in a specific degree program, academic performance, and sometimes financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, scholarships by major are legitimate. Many educational institutions, organizations, and foundations offer these scholarships to support students in specific academic areas.
You can find scholarships by major on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos. These platforms allow you to filter scholarships based on your specific field of study.
Scholarships by major are financial awards specifically designed for students pursuing degrees in certain fields of study. These scholarships aim to support students in their academic journey and encourage them to excel in their chosen disciplines.
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