Merit scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 04, 2025Apply below to the best Merit scholarships for February 2025.
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Sigma Phi Alpha Associate Scholarship
Dentistry • Sophomores
The Sigma Phi Alpha Associate Scholarship awards $1,000 to dental hygiene students with a 3.5 GPA and community service.
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Paul And Helen L. Grauer Scholarship
Kansas • Nebraska • Missouri • Iowa • Communications • Electrical/Electronics • Electrical Engineering • Digital Communications/Media • Technology • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The Paul And Helen L. Grauer Scholarship offers a $1,000 award for amateur radio operator students in select Midwestern states.
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Christopher Mark Pitkin Memorial Scholarship
California • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Christopher Mark Pitkin Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1000 for students with bleeding disorders in select California counties.
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Irving W. Cook, WAØCGS, Scholarship
Kansas • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Electrical/Electronics • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors
The Irving W. Cook Scholarship offers $1,000 for students in communications or electronics, with preference for Kansas residents.
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LPHA Scholarships
Louisiana • Public Health • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
LPHA offers a $1,000 scholarship for Louisiana public health students. Must be a member or dependent, with a 3.00 GPA.
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Catina Rose Memorial Scholarship
California • Community Service • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores
The Catina Rose Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ to California crime victims or survivors. Community service and personal statement required.
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Phillip King Tennis Scholarship Fund
Texas • Athletic • High school • Freshmen
The Phillip King Tennis Scholarship Fund offers $500 to Lampasas High School seniors with varsity tennis experience and a 3.0 GPA.
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Juan and Esperanza Luna Scholarship
Pharmacy • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Juan and Esperanza Luna Scholarship awards $1,000 to pharmacy students with a GPA of 2.75+, active APhA-ASP membership, and community involvement.
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George A. Hall/Harold Mayfield Award
Animal-Related • High school • Seniors • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen
The George A. Hall/Harold Mayfield Award offers $1,000 for avian research by independent, non-professional researchers.
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HFA Parent/Sibling/Child Educational Scholarship
High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The HFA Educational Scholarship offers $2,000 to family members of those with bleeding disorders. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
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FAQ
Some tips for writing a strong application include being clear and concise, showcasing your unique qualities, tailoring your application to each scholarship, and proofreading for errors.
In your personal statement, include your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, career goals, and any challenges you've overcome. Make sure to convey your passion and commitment.
To apply for merit scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, submit transcripts, and provide any required essays or letters of recommendation. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
To increase your chances, focus on maintaining a strong academic record, participating in extracurricular activities, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and crafting a compelling personal statement.
Yes, you can apply for multiple merit scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
While many merit scholarships do require a high GPA, some may consider other factors such as leadership skills, community service, or special talents. It's important to check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for merit scholarships can vary widely but often include academic performance, standardized test scores, extracurricular involvement, and sometimes specific talents or skills.
Yes, merit scholarships are legitimate forms of financial aid offered by various institutions, organizations, and foundations to recognize and reward student achievements.
You can find merit scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, checking with your school’s financial aid office, and visiting websites like Mos that specialize in scholarship listings.
Merit scholarships are financial awards given to students based on their academic, artistic, athletic, or other achievements. These scholarships are typically awarded without regard to financial need.
Common mistakes to avoid include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting incomplete applications, and not proofreading your essays or personal statements.
Many merit scholarships have renewal requirements, which may include maintaining a certain GPA, completing a specific number of credit hours, or continuing to meet other eligibility criteria.
Common documents required for merit scholarship applications include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement or essay, and sometimes standardized test scores.
Resources for Merit scholarships
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