Essay

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

Women in Healthcare Scholarship

The Women in Healthcare Scholarship offers $1,000 to female students pursuing healthcare. Share your passion and impact in the field.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship

The Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship awards $500 to students pursuing mental health careers. Open to students with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

2K Annual Drug Rehab USA – Mental Health Scholarship

The 2K Annual Drug Rehab USA Mental Health Scholarship awards $2,000 to students in mental health programs committed to making a difference.

Steven Penn Bryan Scholarship Fund

The Steven Penn Bryan Scholarship Fund provides $1,810 for students over 30 pursuing a master's in counseling or related fields.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Bill Bendiner and Doug Morgenson Scholarship

The Bill Bendiner and Doug Morgenson Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in human services, health sciences, or visual arts with an average award of $6,700.

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

All My Relations Scholarship

The All My Relations Scholarship supports LGBTQ+/Two Spirit Indigenous students pursuing social justice in Indigenous communities.

Ancestor Oak Scholarship

The Ancestor Oak Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students of color facing family rejection, offering an average award of $6,700.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

Kendra Smith Scholarship Program

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Art Project

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship 

The Sam Edelman Memorial Scholarship aids trans and gender-diverse students in the Northwest, focusing on social justice and political studies.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

NMCEL Scholarship

NMCEL Scholarship provides $3,000 for New Mexico high school seniors pursuing college, especially in education careers.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

James F. Reville Scholarship

The James F. Reville Scholarship offers $3,000 for New York residents pursuing careers in developmental disabilities fields. Apply online!

Palm Health Foundation Scholarship

Palm Health Foundation offers $2,500 scholarships for nursing, social work, psychology, or behavioral health students in select Florida counties.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Arnold Sadler Memorial Scholarship

The Arnold Sadler Memorial Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for legally blind students pursuing service-oriented degrees. Apply now!

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Mat-Su Health Foundation Academic Scholarships

Mat-Su Health Foundation offers scholarships for Mat-Su Borough residents in health and human services, starting at $250.

Lynn P. Brewer, RPh Memorial Scholarship

The Lynn P. Brewer, RPh Memorial Scholarship awards $3,000 to NH high school students pursuing healthcare careers through an essay application.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

Preventive Measures Legacy Scholarship

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

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Career and Technical Scholarship

The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship offers up to $1,500 for residents pursuing STEM, healthcare, or trade programs.

Future Counselors of America Scholarship

The Future Counselors of America Scholarship offers $1,000 for psychology majors pursuing relationship counseling with a 3.5 GPA.

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation's scholarships

Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation offers over 180 health care scholarships, totaling $534,000 annually for southeast Iowa students.

Diversity in Health Care Scholarship

The Diversity in Health Care Scholarship awards $3,200 to underrepresented health professionals advancing their clinical credentials.

Increase your chances by having someone who knows you write about the great person you are.

Optional Recommendation

CVS Health Foundation Health Care Careers Scholarship

CVS Health Foundation offers $10,000 scholarships for African American or Latino/a/e students in health-related majors with financial need.

Tampax Flow It Forward Scholarship

The Tampax Flow It Forward Scholarship awards up to $10,000 to HBCU juniors in healthcare focused on Black women's health.

Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund

The Palmer Family Healthcare Education Scholarship Fund provides $1,500+ to LGBTQ+ and allied healthcare students in select California counties.

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great person you are.

Recommendation - Contact info

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

What is a letter of recommendation?

The Aritzia Scholarship

The Aritzia Scholarship offers $5,000 to LGBTQ+ individuals pursuing careers in fashion, mental health, or social justice. Apply now!

What is a scholarship portal?

Native Forward Scholarship for Service

The Native Forward Scholarship for Service offers up to $30,000 for American Indian and Alaska Native students. Essay and references required.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

TAAP Scholarship

The TAAP Scholarship offers $10,000 for students in addiction studies, requiring financial need and a commitment to North Dakota.

The Bates Scholarship for the Advancement of Career and Technical Education

The Bates Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for Boulder County seniors pursuing technical education in healthcare, engineering, or manufacturing.

Research in the field is needed for this scholarship.

Research summary / thesis

HaPI Measurement Scholarship

The HaPI Measurement Scholarship awards $500 to U.S. graduate students for health or psychosocial research. Apply with a proposal and recommendation.

The Voyager Scholarship

The Voyager Scholarship offers up to $50,000 for junior students committed to public service. Open to U.S. citizens and DACA students.

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship offers $1,000 to LGBTQ+ students in Colorado pursuing education-related degrees.

The Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship

The Jordon Connor Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 to LGBTQ+ students in Colorado pursuing mental health degrees. Apply now!

Turco Munoz Domestic Violence Survivor Scholarship

The Turco Munoz Scholarship offers $1,000 to domestic violence survivor advocates pursuing law or related degrees.

Minority Fellowship Program

The Minority Fellowship Program offers fellowships for minority nurses in mental health and substance abuse, with awards starting at $250.

How do I get my official high school transcript?

Vermont DAR Good Citizenship Scholarship

Vermont DAR Good Citizenship Scholarship offers $1,000 for high school seniors pursuing social sciences degrees. Apply with FAFSA, essay, and recommendations.

Carl A. Scott Memorial Fund

The Carl A. Scott Memorial Fund offers $500 to social work students committed to justice. Apply with an essay and references.

How do I create a resume? 

Building Better Futures Grant Program

The Building Better Futures Grant Program offers $5,000 to HBCU graduates for career support. Minimum GPA of 2.75 required.

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TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship Program

The United Health Foundation offers $5,000 scholarships for HBCU students pursuing clinical degrees, focusing on diversity in healthcare.

Which schools can I get the The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship at? 

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Baccalaureate Scholarship

Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship

The Pedro Zamora Young Leaders Scholarship offers $5,000 to students under 27 engaged in health and social justice. Apply with an essay.

Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize

The Kenneth W. Payne Student Prize awards $500 for outstanding work on LGBTQ+ topics or critical studies of sexualities and genders.

Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Elderly Care Scholarship

The Rosetta Richardson's Trailblazer Scholarship offers $1,139 for students in healthcare focused on elderly care with personal cancer or dementia ties.

JVS Chicago Scholarship Program

JVS Chicago Scholarship offers up to $8,000 for Jewish students in the Chicago area pursuing helping professions.

The New Leader Scholarship

The New Leader Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for Bay Area public university students in select majors with a 3.5 GPA.

Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program

The Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program supports Native Hawaiian students in health professions, offering funding and service requirements.

TMCF | United Health Foundation Diversity In Health Care Scholarship

The TMCF | United Health Foundation Scholarship offers $5,000 for HBCU students pursuing health careers. Apply now!

TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship

The TMCF | Cheniere Scholarship offers up to $12,000 for HBCU juniors and seniors in select majors. Apply now!

Zonta Club of Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Scholarship

Zonta Club of D.C. offers up to $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing undergraduate degrees with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.

TMCF | BetterHelp Graduate Scholarship

The TMCF | BetterHelp Graduate Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for African American graduate students in Counseling or related fields.

Pi Gamma Mu Scholarship

The Pi Gamma Mu Scholarship offers $2,500 for graduate students in social sciences. Requires an essay and three recommendations.

The Eleanor R. Gerson Award for Graduate Students in Social Work

The Eleanor R. Gerson Award offers $250+ scholarships for graduate social work students in Greater Cleveland. Apply with one common application.