Merit scholarships - Feb '25

Updated Feb 07, 2025

Apply below to the best Merit scholarships for February 2025.

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WIFLE Scholarship Program

Criminal Justice • Social Sciences • Public Policy & Administration • Computer Science • Finance • Chemistry • Physics • Foreign Languages • Sociology • World Studies • Arts • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

WIFLE Scholarship offers $1,500 for Criminal Justice students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay, transcripts, and a recommendation.

Deadline:

May 1, 2025

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Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Butler County • Clermont County • Hamilton County • Warren County • Boone County • Campbell County • Kenton County • Dearborn County • Ohio • Kentucky • Indiana • Freshmen

Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation offers 950+ scholarships for Greater Cincinnati students with financial need. Average award: $1,500.

Deadline:

May 15, 2025

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Thear Sy Suzuki R.I.S.E. Scholarship

For Asian students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

Thear Sy Suzuki R.I.S.E. Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for Asian American students demonstrating leadership and resilience. Apply now!

Deadline:

May 31, 2025

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Colwell Law Group Single Parent Scholarship

Family • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

The Colwell Law Group offers a $1,000 scholarship for single parents in higher education with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with a 750-word essay.

Deadline:

May 31, 2025

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District 21 Louise Fiske Memorial Scholarship Fund

Broward County • Florida • Nursing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Graduate Students

The District 21 Louise Fiske Memorial Scholarship Fund offers $250+ for Broward County nursing students with specific GPA requirements.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

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District 14 Marcy Klosterman Memorial Scholarship Fund Lake County

Brevard County • Lake County • Marion County • Orange County • Osceola County • Seminole County • Sumter County • Volusia County • Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors

The District 14 Marcy Klosterman Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ for nursing students in Lake County with specific GPA and essay requirements.

Deadline:

June 1, 2025

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WebstaurantStore Foodservice and Hospitality Scholarship

Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Freshmen

The WebstaurantStore Scholarship offers $5,000 for Culinary Arts and Hospitality students. Apply with an essay on your career interest.

Deadline:

June 15, 2025

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TrophyCentral Sportsmanship Scholarship

Freshmen

TrophyCentral Sportsmanship Scholarship offers $1,000 for high school seniors with a 3.25 GPA. Focus on sportsmanship and compassion.

Deadline:

September 30, 2025

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Promise of Nursing Faculty Fellowships

California • Nursing • Graduate Students

The Promise of Nursing Faculty Fellowships offers up to $7,500 for eligible California registered nurses pursuing advanced degrees.

Deadline:

December 31, 2025

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The $5,000 Diversity in Hospitality scholarship

Interior Design • Hospitality • Management • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • For Asian students • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen

The $5,000 Diversity in Hospitality scholarship supports students in hospitality careers with financial need and a 3.0 GPA.

Deadline:

February 14, 2025

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Green Industry Scholarships

Ohio • Horticulture • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Green Industry Scholarships offer $750 to $5,000 for Ohio students pursuing horticulture degrees. Apply now!

Deadline:

February 21, 2025

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Preventive Measures Legacy Scholarship

Pennsylvania • Georgia • Washington • Psychology • Counseling • Social Work • Sociology • Nursing • Pre-Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Public Health • Public Policy & Administration • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen

The Preventive Measures Legacy Scholarship offers $2,000 to 50 students in Human Services from PA, GA, or DC with a 2.5 GPA.

Deadline:

February 28, 2025

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Chime Scholarship Program

Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Chime Scholarship Program offers up to $20,000 for students with financial need and a minimum 2.5 GPA. Apply with personal statement and transcripts.

Deadline:

March 7, 2025

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Virginia Community College STEM Scholarship Program (2024-25)

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 • 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 • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The Virginia Community College STEM Scholarship offers $2,000 for full-time students in STEM fields pursuing careers supporting NASA.

Deadline:

March 10, 2025

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Microsoft HOLA Scholarship Program

Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Computer Science • IT/Information Technology • Information Sciences • Business Administration • Business (MBA) • Finance • Marketing • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen

The Microsoft HOLA Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Hispanic/Latino high school seniors pursuing degrees in STEM or Business fields.

Deadline:

March 13, 2025

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Women at Microsoft Scholarship Program

Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Digital Communications/Media • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • Food Sciences & Technology • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Manufacturing/Production • Mechanical • Technology • Transportation/Logistics • Computer Science • Mathematics • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • For Women • Freshmen

The Women at Microsoft Scholarship offers $5,000 to women pursuing tech-related education. Apply with GPA, transcripts, and essay.

Deadline:

March 13, 2025

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American Council of Engineering Companies of Tennessee Scholarship

Tennessee • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Tennessee offers scholarships for engineering students. Apply now for awards of $250+!

Deadline:

March 14, 2025

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ACEC Research Institute's scholarships

Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

ACEC Research Institute offers scholarships up to $13,000 for engineering students. Apply now for financial support!

Deadline:

March 14, 2025

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Gensler Diversity Scholarship

Architecture • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

Gensler offers $20,000 scholarships for Black architecture students, supporting emerging design talent with nearly $300,000 awarded over 20 years.

Deadline:

March 15, 2025

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U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarship

Computer Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • STEM • Mathematics • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Women • Juniors

The U.S. Western Digital STEM Scholarship provides $5,000 awards for underrepresented students pursuing STEM degrees.

Deadline:

April 1, 2025

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AINTA Scholarship

Travel & Tourism • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students

AINTA Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian students pursuing tourism careers.

Deadline:

April 25, 2025

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The American Indian College Fund Scholarship

For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The American Indian College Fund offers scholarships up to $10,000 for American Indian and Alaska Native students in accredited programs.

Deadline:

May 31, 2025

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Rick Pankow Foundation Scholarship

Washington • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Horticulture • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors

The Rick Pankow Foundation Scholarship awards $2,000 to Washington State students pursuing horticulture or green industry programs.

Deadline:

October 1, 2025

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Edgar May Scholarship

Caledonia County • Essex County • Orange County • Orleans County • Windsor County • Vermont • Freshmen

The Edgar May Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for high school seniors in specific Vermont counties facing educational barriers.

Deadline:

February 12, 2025

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Carol A. Hurley Memorial Scholarship

Vermont • Community Service • Freshmen

The Carol A. Hurley Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for high school seniors pursuing a degree with financial need and community service.

Deadline:

February 12, 2025

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.

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