Scholarships by major - Feb '25
Updated Feb 02, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships by major for February 2025.
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Alan D. Waggoner Sonographer Student Scholarship Award
Medicine • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Alan D. Waggoner Scholarship offers $1,000 to passionate sonographer students in CAAHEP programs, nominated by their directors.
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Harold And Inge Marcus Scholarship
Industrial Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Harold And Inge Marcus Scholarship offers $1,000 to undergraduate industrial engineering students with a GPA of 3.4 or higher.
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Collegiate Award
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • For Women • For Non-binary students • For Agender students • For Gender-fluid students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The NCWIT Collegiate Award honors innovative computing achievements of women and non-binary students, offering up to $10,000.
Deadline:
November 18, 2025
MAFCS Scholarship for Specialization in Family and Consumer Sciences
Social Work • Social Sciences • Sociology • Food Sciences & Technology • Food & Nutrition • Fashion • Economics • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
MAFCS offers scholarships up to $1,000 for AAFCS/MAFCS members studying Family and Consumer Sciences.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
TrigStar Scholarship
Nevada • Civil Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Mechanical • Construction Engineering • Construction • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
TrigStar Scholarship offers $1,000 to Nevada students in Land Surveying/Geomatics who participated in a Trig-Star competition.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Undergraduate Research Scholarship
Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Science • Engineering • Meteorology • Seniors • Juniors
Apply for the MSA Undergraduate Research Scholarship for microscopy projects. Open to junior/senior undergraduates. Award up to $3,000.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
Norfolk Southern Foundation Scholarship
Engineering • Technology • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Norfolk Southern Foundation Scholarship offers $1,000 for engineering students in the railway industry with a 2.5 GPA and AREMA membership.
Deadline:
December 13, 2025
Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship
Arizona • Arkansas • California • Colorado • Idaho • Illinois • Iowa • Kansas • Louisiana • Minnesota • Missouri • Montana • Nebraska • Nevada • New Mexico • Oklahoma • Oregon • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Washington • Wisconsin • Wyoming • Engineering • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Union Pacific William E. Wimmer Scholarship offers $1,000 to engineering students in the railway industry with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
December 13, 2025
Clinical Research Scholarship
Pharmacy • Healthcare-Related • Graduate Students
Annual $7,500 Clinical Research Scholarship for U.S. pharmacy fellows in Rho Chi Honor Society. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
December 15, 2025
Last Mile Education Fund
Cybersecurity • IT/Information Technology • Computer Science • Computer Engineering • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Last Mile Education Fund provides up to $10,000 for under-represented college students in tech. Financial need required.
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SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship
Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • STEM • Science • 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 • Physics • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SBB Research Group offers 12 STEM scholarships of $2,500 for full-time students. Apply now with an essay!
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SBB Research Group 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 • Physics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • STEM • Science • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SBB Research Group offers 12 STEM scholarships of $2,500 for full-time students. Apply now with an essay!
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SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship
Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • STEM • Science • 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 • Physics • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SBB Research Group offers 12 STEM scholarships of $2,500 for full-time students. Apply now with an essay!
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Julie Schoo Scholarship for Journalism Diversity
Journalism • High school
The Julie Schoo Scholarship offers $5,000 for high school seniors pursuing journalism, renewable for up to $20,000.
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Boyd J. Cameron Memorial Scholarship
Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Boyd J. Cameron Memorial Scholarship awards $1,000 to first-generation business students with a 3.0 GPA. Essay required.
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AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship (Fall)
Automotive • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the $2,500 AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship for automotive students. Submit an essay to qualify.
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Study.com Scholarship for Nursing Students
Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the $1,000 Study.com Scholarship for Nursing Students. Must have 30 semester or 45 quarter hours remaining.
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Uniting Women in Healthcare Scholarship
Childcare • Counseling • Dentistry • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Health Education • Health/Medical Technology • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Mental Health • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy • Pre-Dental • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Psychology • Public Health • Social Work • Veterinary • Biology • For Women
The Uniting Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $300 to women pursuing healthcare careers. Apply with friends and share the award!
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Friends of Alan Turing Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Meteorology • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Climate Sciences • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • 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
The Friends of Alan Turing Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ STEM students in the Pacific Northwest with an average award of $6,700.
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Antibodies-Online University Scholarship
Animal Sciences • Agricultural Science • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Environmental Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • Animal-Related • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Antibodies-Online University Scholarship offers $1,000 for students majoring in Life Sciences. Apply online with a short essay.
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A&WMA International Scholarship
Environmental Engineering • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Conservation • Other Trades/Crafts • Political Science/Government • Public Policy & Administration • Engineering • Graduate Students
A&WMA International Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for full-time graduate students in environmental fields. One-year award, reapply for second year.
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Early Childhood Education Scholarship
Education • Childcare • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the Early Childhood Education Scholarship for a chance to win $250 by submitting a 250-500 word essay.
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Make a Difference Scholarship
Law • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Make a Difference Scholarship awards $2,500 to law students with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Essay required for application.
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Naugatuck Valley Medical Scholarship Fund
Derby • Ansonia • Seymour • Shelton • Oxford • Beacon Falls • Health/Medical Technology • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Medicine • Health Education • Healthcare Administrative • Healthcare Assistant • Healthcare-Related • Pre-Nursing • Nursing Assistant • High school • Freshmen
NVMSF offers scholarships for CT high school seniors with 3.0 GPA+ pursuing medical majors. Awards start at $250.
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FRLAEF scholarship
Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Freshmen
The FRLAEF scholarship offers $2,000 to high school seniors pursuing culinary or hospitality programs.
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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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