Scholarships by major - Feb '25
Updated Feb 01, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships by major for February 2025.
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One Step at a Time Scholarship
Bartholomew County • Brown County • Decatur County • Jackson County • Jennings County • Johnson County • Indiana • 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 • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The One Step at a Time Scholarship offers $1,000 to $3,000 for students in specific Indiana counties pursuing health-related degrees.
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Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship
Bartholomew County • Indiana • Studio Arts • Freshmen
The Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to Bartholomew County seniors pursuing fine arts at accredited colleges.
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Virginia Leyda Roberts Nursing Scholarship
Colorado • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Virginia Leyda Roberts Nursing Scholarship offers $1,500+ to Colorado nursing students. Must be a U.S. citizen and enrolled in nursing school.
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eQuality Scholarship Collaborative
California • Medicine • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
eQuality Scholarship Collaborative offers $6,000 to California students for LGBT community service. Apply with an essay and references.
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NCSA Annual Scholarship
Service • North Carolina • Criminal Justice • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
NCSA Annual Scholarship offers $2,000 for NC students in criminal justice or dependents of law enforcement pursuing careers in law enforcement.
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Sustainable Beginnings basic cosmetology and barbering Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the Sustainable Beginnings cosmetology and barbering scholarship. 5 awards of $3,500 available for eligible students.
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CSTA/ACM Cutler-Bell Prize
Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Cybersecurity • Game Design • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Freshmen
The Cutler-Bell Prize awards $10,000 to 4 high school seniors pursuing computer science or technology. Apply with a video and essay.
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SC Wildlife Federation Scholarships
Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
SC Wildlife Federation offers $500 scholarships for full-time students in environmental fields at SC colleges. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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Veteran Scholarship for Educators
Military • Education • Teacher Education • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Veteran Scholarship for Educators provides $5,000 to $10,000 for military veterans pursuing K-12 education degrees.
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Michigan Pork Industry Scholarship
Michigan • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Food Sciences & Technology • Environmental Science • Horticulture • Geological & Earth Sciences • Veterinary • Biology • Food & Nutrition • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
The Michigan Pork Industry Scholarship offers $3,000 for students pursuing careers in agriculture and related fields.
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Disability in Social Work Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Social Work • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students
The Disability in Social Work Scholarship provides $500 for students with disabilities pursuing social work education.
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Pride in Diversity Scholarship
Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Health/Medical Technology • Industrial Engineering • Information Sciences • IT/Information Technology • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Materials Science • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Technology • Aerospace • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • 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 • 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 • Graduate Students
The Pride in Diversity Scholarship awards $2,500 to LGBTQ+ STEM students. Apply with a video submission.
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Stephen Rice Memorial Fund Scholarship for GLBT Media
English • Radio & Television • Journalism • Public Relations • Digital Communications/Media • Film • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Transgender students • For Queer students • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Stephen Rice Memorial Fund offers a $2,500 scholarship for GLBTQ media students with a 2.25 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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New York Women In Communications Foundation Scholarship
New Jersey • Pennsylvania • Connecticut • New York • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Advertising • Radio & Television • English • Film • Journalism • Marketing • Public Relations • Literature • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The NY Women In Communications Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in communications fields with a 3.2 GPA.
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Rainbow City Band Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Oregon • Music • 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 Rainbow City Band Scholarship supports music students in the Northwest with a $250+ award. Apply with three essays.
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Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship
Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Alaska • Interior Design • Fashion • Graphic Design • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship supports design students in the Northwest. Apply with three essays for a chance to win $250+.
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Nash Music Scholarship
Missouri • Music • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Nash Music Scholarship offers $1,000 to music students with a 3.0 GPA, from high school seniors to college juniors.
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MAVT Scholarship Award
Iowa • Kansas • Illinois • Nebraska • Indiana • Veterinary • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
MAVT Scholarship offers three $1,000 awards for students in accredited Veterinary Technology Programs in the Midwest. Apply with an essay.
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National Horticulture Foundation General Scholarship
Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Climate Sciences • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Horticulture • Natural Resources Management • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The National Horticulture Foundation offers scholarships up to $1,500 for students in horticulture programs outside Florida.
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SNC Women in STEM Scholarship
STEM • Geological & Earth Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Agricultural Science • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Technology • Nuclear Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Computer Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Aerospace • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Mathematics • For Women • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The SNC Women in STEM Scholarship awards $7,500 to female students pursuing non-medical STEM degrees with a 3.5 GPA.
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AMS Graduate Fellowships
Meteorology • Graduate Students
AMS Graduate Fellowships offer $3,000 for first-year graduate students in atmospheric sciences with a 3.0 GPA and three references.
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Barry Goldwater Scholarship
Science • Mathematics • Engineering • Sophomores • Juniors
The Barry Goldwater Scholarship supports students in natural sciences, math, or engineering with a GPA of 3.00, offering up to $7,500.
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FFRF Student Scholarship Essay Contest
Law • Juniors • Seniors
Enter the FFRF Student Scholarship Essay Contest for a chance to win up to $4,000. Open to North American law students. Apply now!
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Master’s Scholarships
Finance • Graduate Students
Master's Spencer Scholarships offer up to $10,000 for top students in Risk Management/Insurance with relevant experience.
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William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship
Radio & Television • Film • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The William B. Ruggles Scholarship offers $2,000 to journalism students demonstrating high journalistic standards. Apply with an essay and references.
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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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