Scholarships by major - Feb '25
Updated Feb 01, 2025Apply below to the best Scholarships by major for February 2025.
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DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship
Music • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
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NACDS Foundation Merit-Based Scholarship Awards
Pharmacy • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
NACDS Foundation offers scholarships up to $20,000 to enhance community health and pharmacy education. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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NSHSS STEAM Scholarship
Nuclear Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Materials Science • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Geological & Earth Sciences • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • UX/Technical Design • Technology • STEM • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Food Sciences & Technology • Mathematics • Energy • Physics • Photography • Graphic Design • Film • Chemical Engineering • Chemistry • Aerospace • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Environmental Science • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Computer Engineering • Civil Engineering • Freshmen
The NSHSS STEAM Scholarship awards $1,000 to 10 high school seniors pursuing STEAM majors. Essay and recommendation required.
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LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship Program
Texas • California • Architecture • Interior Design • Urban Design • Civil Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Mechanical • Mechanical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Construction • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Middle Eastern students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • Freshmen
The LPA Interdisciplinary Diversity Scholarship offers $5,000 annually to minority high school seniors pursuing design-related degrees.
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Mercatus Adam Smith Fellowship
Philosophy • Economics • Political Science/Government • Sociology • Graduate Students
The Mercatus Adam Smith Fellowship provides $10,000 for doctoral students in political economy. Apply online with references.
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Hoskin/McDougald Scholarship Fund
Palm Beach County • Broward County • Okeechobee County • St. Lucie County • Martin County • Indian River County • Florida • Horticulture • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
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Boren Fellowships: Graduate Students
Foreign Country • Foreign Languages • Graduate Students
Boren Fellowships support U.S. graduate students studying critical languages abroad, enhancing national security through global engagement.
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Earl E. & Mildred L. Bless Hudson Scholarship for Education
Indiana • Education • Teacher Education • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Earl E. & Mildred L. Bless Hudson Scholarship offers $1,000-$3,000 for Indiana students in education. Financial need considered.
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S. Edgar & Delora L. Lauther Memorial Scholarship
Bartholomew County • Indiana • Accounting • Advertising • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Economics • Finance • Management • Marketing • Operations Management • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The S. Edgar & Delora L. Lauther Memorial Scholarship offers $30,000 for Bartholomew County students in business fields, especially banking.
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America 250! Scholarship
American Studies • History • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The America 250! Scholarship offers $5,000 to four college students majoring in American history with a 3.75 GPA. Apply now!
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American Sign Letters Scholarship
Graphic Design • Design/Visual Communications • Photography • Studio Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Win a $1,000 scholarship by designing a building sign, business logo, or impactful plaque for your college campus.
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Elementary/Secondary Teacher Education Scholarship
Colorado • Education • Teacher Education • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Elementary/Secondary Teacher Education Scholarship offers $1,500+ to Colorado residents pursuing teaching degrees.
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Veronica S. Longstreth Memorial Scholarship
Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The Veronica S. Longstreth Memorial Scholarship supports African American nursing students in DC and nearby Maryland and Virginia counties.
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Coach Kevin Ferguson Scholarship Endowment
Hopewell • Prince George County • Education • Athletic & Related • Teacher Education • Teaching • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Coach Kevin Ferguson Scholarship offers $2,000 for Virginia students pursuing Physical Education degrees.
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Margaret A. Pemberton Endowered Nursing Scholarship
Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • Freshmen
The Margaret A. Pemberton Endowed Nursing Scholarship supports African American seniors in DC and nearby MD/VA counties pursuing nursing.
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NEWH Orange County Region Scholarship
Orange County • Riverside County • San Bernardino County • San Diego County • Hawaii • California • Interior Design • Architecture • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Hospitality • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
NEWH Orange County Region offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in hospitality fields with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
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Founders Scholarship
Anne Arundel County • Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • Freshmen
The Founders Scholarship offers $250+ to African American seniors in DC or nearby MD/VA counties majoring in nursing with a 2.8 GPA.
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Ruth Straw Family Scholarship Endowment
Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal-Related • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ruth Straw Family Scholarship Endowment offers $500 for students pursuing degrees in Agricultural Education. Apply now!
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SmithGroup Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) Scholarship Program
Architecture • Interior Design • Urban Design • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Fire Science/Firefighting • Seniors • Graduate Students
SmithGroup J.E.D.I. Scholarship offers $6,000 for undergrad/grad students in design/engineering with a 3.0 GPA and summer internship.
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New Hampshire Land Surveyors Foundation College Scholarships
New Hampshire • Natural Resources Management • Conservation • Environmental Science • Environmental Engineering • Agricultural Science • Civil Engineering • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
New Hampshire Land Surveyors Foundation offers $250+ scholarships for Forestry students pursuing land surveying careers. Apply by Nov 1.
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Dr. Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarships
Calvert County • Charles County • Howard County • Montgomery County • Prince George's County • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Loudoun County • Prince William County • Anne Arundel County • District Of Columbia • Nursing • For Black and/or African American students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Dr. Johnella Banks Memorial Scholarships support African American nursing students with a GPA of 2.8+ in DC and nearby MD/VA counties.
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Doris Gregory Memorial Scholarship
New Mexico • Journalism • Public Relations • Communications • Advertising • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Doris Gregory Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for NM students in journalism and communications, plus NMPW membership.
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Know Your Rights Scholarship
Law • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Know Your Rights Scholarship awards $1,000 to students passionate about criminal law. GPA 3.0+ and essay required.
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European Wax Center “Experts in Wax” Cosmetology/Esthetics
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
European Wax Center offers $3,000 scholarships for cosmetology and esthetics students. Apply with a video to qualify!
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Knowles Teaching Fellows Program
Teaching • Mathematics • Science • Graduate Students
The Knowles Teaching Fellows Program supports future math and science teachers with fellowships for those entering their first or second year.
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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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