Merit scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 05, 2025Apply below to the best Merit scholarships for February 2025.
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Rocco C. Caffarelli Scholarship
Texas • For Christian students • For Men • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Rocco C. Caffarelli Scholarship offers up to $11,000 for Texas men pursuing a bachelor's degree in select fields with a 3.2 GPA.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
New Jersey Education Association (NJREA) Scholarships
New Jersey • High school
NJREA offers $1,500 scholarships for New Jersey high school seniors. Visit their website to learn more and apply!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Out for Education Scholarship
Harris County • Fort Bend County • Montgomery County • Galveston County • Brazoria County • Waller County • Chambers County • Austin County • Texas • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Out for Education Scholarship offers $1,000 to $10,000 for LGBTQ+ students from Houston-area schools with a 2.75 GPA.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Championing Ag Scholarship
Alaska • Arizona • California • Idaho • Montana • Oregon • Washington • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Accounting • Finance • Technology • Computer Science • Manufacturing/Production • Horticulture • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Championing Ag Scholarship awards $2,500 to students in the West pursuing agriculture-related degrees. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Women in Auto Care Scholarships
Automotive • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Women in Auto Care Scholarships provide $5,000 to female students pursuing careers in the auto care industry across the U.S.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship
New Mexico • High school • Freshmen
The Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship awards 3 $1,000 scholarships to New Mexico high school students through an essay application.
Deadline:
April 2, 2025
The PMF Scholarship for Healthcare and First Responders
Florida • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Nursing • Healthcare-Related • Law Enforcement • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The PMF Scholarship offers $1,000 to South Florida students pursuing healthcare or first responder careers. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
Schwarzkopf Professional Shaping Futures
Cosmetology/Beauty • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
Schwarzkopf Professional Shaping Futures offers $2,000 awards for US cosmetology students with financial need. Apply with a recommendation letter.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
William Male Foundation Scholarship
San Diego County • California • Arts • Film • Fashion • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The William Male Foundation Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for artists in San Diego pursuing formal arts training.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country Scholarships
Bandera County • Blanco County • Edwards County • Gillespie County • Kendall County • Kimble County • Kerr County • Mason County • Real County • Uvalde County • Texas • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country offers scholarships up to $20,000 for local students with a single application process.
Deadline Passed
Clarkston Scholars Program
Counseling • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Marketing • Management • Manufacturing/Production • Seniors • Juniors
The Clarkston Scholars Program offers a $10,000 scholarship for first-generation college sophomores. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 7, 2025
Barberton Community Foundation’s scholarships
Barberton • Ohio • Freshmen
Barberton Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $1,000.
Deadline:
February 9, 2025
Arlington Community Foundation's scholarships
Arlington County • Virginia • Freshmen
Arlington Community Foundation offers $600,000+ in scholarships to 200+ local students annually, averaging $3,000 each.
Deadline:
February 10, 2025
Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Scholarships
West Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation offers scholarships for West Virginia students pursuing post-secondary education. Apply by Feb 15.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Jackson Community Foundation Scholarships
Jackson County • Michigan • Freshmen
Jackson Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for Jackson County students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
The Community Foundation of Shelby County Scholarships
Shelby County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation of Shelby County offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
February 13, 2025
Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Hospitality Education Scholarship (Spring)
Hospitality • Travel & Tourism • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation offers $2,000 scholarships for hospitality students. Must be 18 with a diploma. Essay and recommendations needed.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Who Will Do the Work Scholarship
Wisconsin • Ohio • Kentucky • Missouri • Construction • Freshmen
The Who Will Do the Work Scholarship awards $1,000 to high school seniors pursuing careers in construction at select colleges.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
HSF Scholars Program
For Hispanic and/or Latino students • Freshmen • Seniors • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students • High school
The HSF Scholars Program offers merit-based scholarships up to $5,000 for Hispanic students pursuing a university degree.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
McPherson County Community Foundation Scholarships
McPherson County • Kansas • Freshmen
McPherson County Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
Greater Grand Island Community Foundation Scholarships
Grand Island • Hall County • Nebraska • Freshmen
Greater Grand Island Community Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for Hall County students based on merit and need. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Scholarships
Dickinson County • Kansas • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Dickinson County offers scholarships up to $40,000 for local students based on merit and need.
Deadline:
February 16, 2025
Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation
Oak Park • River Forest • Illinois • Freshmen
The Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on merit and need.
Deadline:
February 17, 2025
The Pinebelt Foundation Scholarships
New Augusta • Prentiss • Ellisville • Lumberton • Laurel • Leakesville • Hattiesburg • Brookhaven • Bassfield • Collins • Columbia • Petal • Purvis • Richton • Sandersville • Soso • State Line • Sumrall • Waynesboro • Bay Springs • Mississippi • Freshmen
The Pinebelt Foundation offers scholarships for local students. Apply now for a chance to win $250+! Visit their website for details.
Deadline:
February 17, 2025
Scott Community Foundation
Scott City • Kansas • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scott Community Foundation offers over $130,000 in scholarships annually to local students, with awards up to $10,000.
Deadline:
February 21, 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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