[Page 34] Top 938 $5,000+ Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 22, 2025Apply below to the best $5,000+ Scholarships in February 2025.
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Hampton Wildlife Fund
South Carolina • Natural Resources Management • Marine Biology/Sciences • Biology • Conservation • Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The David M. Cline Scholarship awards $2,000 to SC high school seniors pursuing law enforcement or forensic majors. Essay required.
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Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship
American Studies • Literature • Music • History • Freshmen
The Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship offers $5,000 to high school graduates pursuing American studies with a minimum GPA of 4.0.
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Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship
Michigan • Technology • For Women • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen
The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation Scholarship offers $2,000-$5,000 for women pursuing tech degrees in Michigan.
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PG&E PrideNetwork Employee Resource Group
California • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
PG&E PrideNetwork offers a scholarship up to $6,000 for LGBTQ+ high school seniors/community college grads in California for 2024.
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The Community Foundation for McHenry County Scholarships
McHenry County • Illinois • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation for McHenry County offers scholarships up to $5,500 for local students. Apply via the Universal Application.
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Find Your Passion Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
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Sydell & Arnold Miller The "Art of Hair Coloring" Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sydell L. Miller Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for esthetics students. Apply with a video and photos of your work.
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The Roothbert Fund Scholarships
New York • Connecticut • District Of Columbia • Delaware • Maryland • Maine • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • New Jersey • North Carolina • Ohio • Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • Vermont • Virginia • West Virginia • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Roothbert Fund Scholarships offer up to $7,000 for students guided by spiritual motives. Apply with essays and recommendations.
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Greater Toledo Community Foundation Scholarships
Toledo • Ohio • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Greater Toledo Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
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Never Satisfied Scholarship
Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores • High school
The Never Satisfied Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for students to submit essays and visit the POET Sioux Falls campus.
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The American Council of the Blind’s (ACB) Scholarship Program
For students with disabilities • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
ACB offers scholarships up to $7,500 for legally blind students. One application covers all scholarships with required documentation.
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Melmed Law Group Collegiate Scholarship
Law • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Apply for the Melmed Law Group Collegiate Scholarship for a chance to win $5,000 by writing about workplace fairness.
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Drs. James and Wanda Trefil Scholarship
Physics • Chemistry • Biology • Astronomy • Geological & Earth Sciences • Animal Sciences • Climate Sciences • Environmental Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Science • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Drs. James and Wanda Trefil Scholarship offers $5,000 to Polish descent undergraduates in natural sciences with a 3.5 GPA.
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Greater Oxford Community Foundation Scholarships
Oxford • Ohio • Freshmen
Greater Oxford Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for Talawanda students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!
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Sydell Miller "Total Image" Esthetics Student Scholarship
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Sophomores • Freshmen
Apply for the Sydell Miller 'Total Image' Esthetics Student Scholarship for up to $7,500. Submit a 3-minute video to qualify.
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Richie's Spirit Scholarship
High school • Freshmen
Richie's Spirit Scholarship offers $5,000 to three high school seniors with a 3.4 GPA and community leadership. Apply with an essay.
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High Performance Salon Academy “Elevating Perceptions” Student Scholarship (All Disciplines)
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores
Apply for the High Performance Salon Academy Student Scholarship, offering $1,000 to $5,000 for cosmetology and beauty students.
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Juanita Craft Scholarship
Freshmen • High school
The Juanita Craft Scholarship offers $6,000 to students from select Fair Park-area high schools.
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The Marilynn Smith Scholarship
For Women • Freshmen
The Marilynn Smith Scholarship offers $5,000 to female high school seniors who play golf and plan to continue at an accredited college.
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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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Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship
History • Political Science/Government • Economics • Juniors • Seniors
The Enid Hall Griswold Memorial Scholarship offers $5,000 to college juniors or seniors majoring in political science, history, government, or economics.
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Leslie Andree Hanna Medical Scholarship
Medicine • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Leslie Andree Hanna Medical Scholarship awards $5,000 to a deserving female medical student with a minimum GPA of 3.25.
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Nellie Love Butcher Music Scholarship
Washington • Music • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Nellie Love Butcher Music Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for male and female music students in piano or voice, especially at Duke Ellington.
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Dr. Francis Anthony Beneventi Medical Scholarship
Medicine • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Dr. Francis Anthony Beneventi Medical Scholarship awards $5,000 to students with a 3.25 GPA attending accredited medical schools.
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Minnesota State High School League Triple "A" Scholarship
Minnesota • Freshmen
The Minnesota State High School League offers the Triple 'A' Scholarship for seniors with a 3.0 GPA and participation in sports and arts.
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FAQ for $5,000+ scholarships
To increase your chances, ensure your application is complete and well-organized, tailor your essays to the scholarship's focus, and highlight your achievements and goals.
Common documents required include transcripts, letters of recommendation, proof of enrollment, and sometimes a personal statement or essay.
To apply for $5,000+ scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide supporting documents, and sometimes submit essays or personal statements.
It's best to start applying for $5,000+ scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college.
Yes, you can apply for multiple $5,000+ scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving funding.
While many $5,000+ scholarships consider GPA as a factor, not all require a high GPA. Some scholarships focus on other criteria such as community service or leadership.
Eligibility criteria can vary widely depending on the scholarship. Common criteria include academic performance, financial need, field of study, and residency status.
Yes, many $5,000+ scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and foundations. Always verify the source before applying.
You can find $5,000+ scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which aggregates a wide range of scholarship opportunities.
These scholarships are financial awards that provide $5,000 or more to students to help cover their educational expenses, such as tuition, fees, and other related costs.
Common mistakes include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting generic essays, and not proofreading your application materials. Take the time to carefully review your submissions.
Your personal statement should include your academic and career goals, relevant experiences, and why you are a strong candidate for the scholarship. Be sure to convey your passion and commitment to your field of study.
Some $5,000+ scholarships may have renewal requirements, such as maintaining a certain GPA or completing a specific number of credit hours. Be sure to review the terms of each scholarship for details.
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