[Page 4] Top 1,924 Need-based Scholarships in February 2025
Updated Feb 21, 2025Apply below to the best Need-based Scholarships in February 2025.
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East Texas Communities Foundation Scholarships
Marion County • Morris County • Nacogdoches County • Panola County • Rains County • Red River County • Rusk County • Sabine County • San Augustine County • Shelby County • Smith County • Titus County • Trinity County • Upshur County • Van Zandt County • Wood County • Anderson County • Angelina County • Bowie County • Camp County • Cass County • Cherokee County • Delta County • Franklin County • Freestone County • Gregg County • Harrison County • Henderson County • Hopkins County • Houston County • Lamar County • Leon County • Texas • Freshmen
East Texas Communities Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Anna and Dwight Gunther Memorial Scholarship
Harney County • Oregon • High school • Freshmen
The Anna and Dwight Gunther Memorial Scholarship offers $250 to Harney County residents in financial need. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Morton Community Foundation Scholarships
Illinois • Education • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Morton Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $3,500 for Morton High School graduates. Apply through MHS Counseling office.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Kalamazoo Community Foundation Scholarships
Kalamazoo County • Van Buren County • St. Joseph County • Calhoun County • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Kalamazoo Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $4,500 for local students. One application for 70 scholarships. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Marshall Community Foundation Scholarships
Calhoun County • Michigan • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Marshall Community Foundation offers scholarships for Calhoun County students to help with college costs. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Beckley Area Foundation Scholarships
Raleigh County • Fayette County • Summers County • Webster County • Wyoming County • West Virginia • Freshmen
Beckley Area Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. One application for 190 scholarships.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The Community Foundation for Crawford County Scholarships (OH)
Crawford County • Ohio • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Community Foundation for Crawford County offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Charlevoix County Community Foundation Scholarships
Charlevoix County • Michigan • Freshmen
Charlevoix County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $6,000 for local high school seniors based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Elk County Community Foundation Scholarships
Elk County • Pennsylvania • Freshmen
Elk County Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. High winning chances!
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
McKean County Community Foundation
McKean County • Pennsylvania • Freshmen
McKean County Community Foundation offers $500+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
LaGrange County Community Foundation Scholarships
LaGrange County • Indiana • Freshmen
LaGrange County Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students pursuing higher education with a single application.
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
Community Foundation of Pulaski County Scholarships
Pulaski County • Indiana • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation of Pulaski County offers scholarships based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for a chance to win $1,000+!
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
The Troy Foundation's scholarships
Troy • Ohio • Freshmen
The Troy Foundation offers over $900,000 in scholarships annually, with awards up to $2,500 for local students. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 7, 2025
Allegan County Community Foundation (Bloomingdale High School) Scholarships
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers $500-$6,000 scholarships for Bloomingdale High School seniors based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Allegan County Community Foundation (Saugatuck High School) Scholarships
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers $500-$6,000 scholarships for Saugatuck High School seniors based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Blue Mountain Community Foundation Scholarships
Walla Walla County • Columbia County • Garfield County • Umatilla County • Washington • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Blue Mountain Community Foundation offers 80+ scholarships for local students, with awards up to $7,000 based on merit and need.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Taos Community Foundation's scholarships
Taos County • New Mexico • Freshmen
Taos Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for Taos County students based on merit, need, or activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Allegan County Community Foundation Scholarships
Allegan County • Michigan • Freshmen
Allegan County Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $6,000 for high school seniors based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
Waterloo Community Foundation Scholarships
Waterloo • Iowa • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 12, 2025
Susan M. Krause Scholarship
Door County • Wisconsin • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Susan M. Krause Scholarship offers $5,000 to women in Door County seeking job skill improvement. Minimum GPA 3.00 required.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Scholarships
New Britain • Berlin • Plainville • Southington • Connecticut • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain offers $300,000+ in scholarships annually to local students with a common application process.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Winona Community Foundation's scholarships
Winona • Minnesota • Freshmen
Winona Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now for $500+ awards!
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Yampa Valley Community Foundation Scholarships
Yampa • Colorado • Freshmen
Yampa Valley Community Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Community Foundation of the Ozarks Scholarships
Greene County • Christian County • Webster County • Polk County • Dallas County • Missouri • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Explore scholarships for Springfield area students through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, with awards up to $5,000.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
Keweenaw Community Foundation Scholarships
Keweenaw County • Michigan • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Keweenaw Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Awards start at $250.
Deadline:
March 16, 2025
FAQ for need-based scholarships
To write a strong application for need-based scholarships, clearly articulate your financial need, highlight your academic and extracurricular achievements, and ensure your essays are well-written and free of errors.
Need-based scholarships can cover various expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses, depending on the scholarship's terms.
To apply for need-based scholarships, you typically need to fill out an application form, provide financial documentation, and sometimes submit essays or personal statements. Check specific requirements on platforms like Mos.
It's best to start applying for need-based scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or as soon as you decide to pursue higher education.
Yes, you can apply for multiple need-based scholarships to increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.
While some need-based scholarships may consider academic performance, many focus primarily on financial need, so a high GPA is not always a requirement.
Eligibility criteria for need-based scholarships typically include demonstrating financial need, being enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited institution, and sometimes maintaining a certain academic standing.
Yes, need-based scholarships are legitimate financial aid options offered by various organizations, institutions, and foundations to support students in need.
You can find need-based scholarships on various scholarship search platforms, including Mos, which provides a comprehensive database of available scholarships tailored to your needs.
Need-based scholarships are financial awards given to students based on their financial need. These scholarships aim to help students who may not have the financial resources to afford their education.
Common mistakes include missing deadlines, not following application instructions, failing to provide required documentation, and submitting generic essays. Take your time to ensure your application is complete and tailored to each scholarship.
Many need-based scholarships have renewal requirements, which may include maintaining a certain GPA, continuing to demonstrate financial need, or completing a specific number of credit hours. Always check the terms of the scholarship.
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