Merit scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 07, 2025Apply below to the best Merit scholarships for February 2025.
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Skilled-Trades scholarship
Holmes County • Ohio • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Carpentry/Masonry • Construction • Cosmetology/Beauty • Electrical/Electronics • Home Services • Manufacturing/Production • Mechanical • Other Trades/Crafts • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Transportation/Logistics • Freshmen • Sophomores
The Skilled-Trades Scholarship offers $250+ for Holmes County residents pursuing skilled-trades certificates or degrees.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Gridiron Scholarships
Texas • Journalism • Seniors • High school • Sophomores • Juniors • Freshmen
Gridiron Scholarships offer up to $3,000 for Texas students pursuing journalism with a 2.25 GPA. Apply with essays and work samples.
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Bob Baxter Scholarship
Journalism • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Bob Baxter Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Bob East Scholarship
Journalism • Photography • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Bob East Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Northern Cincinnati Foundation Scholarship
Hamilton County • Warren County • Butler County • Ohio • Freshmen
Northern Cincinnati Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. High winning chances!
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Seattle Foundation's scholarships
Seattle • Washington • Freshmen
Seattle Foundation offers scholarships up to $15,000 for Seattle students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply by March 1.
Deadline:
February 10, 2025
Owen D. Williams Memorial Scholarship
Chittenden County • Washington County • Vermont • Physics • Astronomy • Computer Science • Community Service • Freshmen
The Owen D. Williams Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for first-generation high school seniors pursuing degrees in physics, astrology, or computer science.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Roger J. Sheridan Memorial Scholarship
Vermont • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • High school • Freshmen
The Roger J. Sheridan Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for Vermont high school students pursuing a degree in physical education.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
The Women Thriving Scholarship
Chittenden County • Vermont • For Women • Freshmen
The Women Thriving Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for female seniors in Chittenden County pursuing college in Vermont.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Vermont State Grange Agricultural Scholarship
Vermont • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Community Service • Freshmen
Vermont State Grange offers a $500 scholarship for high school seniors pursuing agriculture degrees. Apply with FAFSA, essay, and recommendations.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
The Merle Clough Cutting Memorial Scholarship
Orange County • Vermont • Community Service • Freshmen
The Merle Clough Cutting Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to Newbury, VT high school seniors with community service and financial need.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission Scholarship Program
Windsor County • Vermont • 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 • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Arts • Economics • Education • Energy • Environmental Science • Conservation • Geological & Earth Sciences • Mathematics • Nursing • Political Science/Government • Psychology • Sociology • Community Service • Freshmen
The Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Scholarship offers $1,000 to Vermont seniors pursuing degrees in various fields. Apply with FAFSA and essays.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
Freshmen • Sophomores • High school
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards up to $50,000 to exceptional students under 18 for impactful work recognized by experts.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Norman and Cecile Leduc Memorial Scholarship
Franklin County • Grand Isle County • Vermont • Community Service • Freshmen
The Leduc Memorial Scholarship offers $750 to high school seniors in Franklin or Grand Isle County for community service and academic achievement.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship
Vermont • Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic • Fire Science/Firefighting • Healthcare-Related • Law Enforcement • Community Service • Freshmen
The Harry and Vi Bradley Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors pursuing public safety education.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Scioto Foundation Scholarships (OH)
Scioto County • Adams County • Pike County • Jackson County • Lawrence County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Scioto Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for students in select Ohio and Kentucky counties. High chances for local applicants!
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Horace Greeley – Edward Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Vermont • Freshmen
The Horace Greeley – Edward Lewis Memorial Scholarship offers $300 for Vermont students attending college, requiring financial need and community service.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Helen K. and Robert T. Stafford Scholarship
Vermont • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Education • Community Service • Freshmen
The Stafford Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors with financial need and community involvement.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
John and Ruth Maciag Scholarship
Vermont • Architecture • Graphic Design • Film • Studio Arts • Arts • Freshmen
The John and Ruth Maciag Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for Vermont high school seniors pursuing education in creative fields.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County Scholarships
San Luis Obispo County • California • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for San Luis Obispo County students based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
February 13, 2025
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Scholarships
Washtenaw County • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation offers $550,000+ in scholarships for Washtenaw County students with a single application process.
Deadline:
February 13, 2025
New Jersey Council for Exceptional Children Annual Scholarship
For students with disabilities • High school • Freshmen
NJ Council for Exceptional Children offers up to $1,000 scholarship for disabled high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Community Foundation of Jefferson County Scholarships
Jefferson County • West Virginia • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Jefferson County offers over $200,000 in scholarships annually for local students, with awards up to $36,350.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
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.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship
Guernsey County • Ohio • Medicine • Pre-Med • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Zelma Gray Medical School Scholarship offers $250+ to Guernsey County residents for medical school enrollment in the U.S.
Deadline:
February 14, 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.
Resources for Merit scholarships
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