Virginia scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 10, 2025Apply below to the best Virginia scholarships for February 2025.
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Captain Jesse Ozbat "Honor Above All" Endowed Scholarship
Prince George County • Virginia • Mathematics • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Captain Jesse Ozbat Scholarship offers $2,000 for undergraduates in Carson, Disputanta, Prince George with a 3.0 GPA, prioritizing math majors.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
The Community Foundation's scholarships (VA)
Fredericksburg • Stafford County • Spotsylvania County • King George County • Caroline County • Virginia • Freshmen
The Community Foundation (VA) offers $1,000+ scholarships for local high school seniors based on merit, need, or activities.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region's scholarships
Danville • Pittsylvania County • Halifax County • Caswell County • Virginia • North Carolina • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region offers $2,000+ scholarships for local high school graduates in Virginia and North Carolina.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
CBC Spouses Essay Contest
Alabama • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • District Of Columbia • Florida • Illinois • Georgia • Indiana • Louisiana • Maryland • Massachusetts • New Jersey • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Nevada • New York • North Carolina • Ohio • Pennsylvania • Texas • South Carolina • Virginia • Washington • Wisconsin • For Black and/or African American students • High school
The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 29, 2025
The SAWF Scholarship
Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • Texas • West Virginia • Climate Sciences • Environmental Science • Astronomy • Computer Science • Marine Biology/Sciences • Meteorology • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Animal Sciences • Agricultural Science • Science • STEM • Materials Science • Technology • UX/Technical Design • IT/Information Technology • Chemistry • Physics • Mathematics • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Aviation/Aeronautical • Automotive • For Women • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.
Deadline:
March 24, 2025
H. Earl Longest Endowment by Employees and Directors of Colonial Farm Credit
Chesapeake County • Southampton County • Dinwiddie County • Prince Edward County • Cumberland County • Goochland County • Loudoun County • Lynchburg County • Hanover County • Mecklenburg County • Essex County • Sussex County • King William County • Isle of Wight County • Virginia • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The H. Earl Longest Endowment offers $2,700 for applicants in agriculture-related fields from Colonial Farm Credit territory.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Dundas Ruritan Club Endowment
Lunenburg County • Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Dundas Ruritan Club offers $2,000 scholarships for local students pursuing education and self-improvement.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Tom Goerger Memorial Endowment by friends
Virginia • Maryland • Agricultural Science • Agriculture • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Tom Goerger Memorial Endowment offers $2,700 for students in agriculture from Colonial Farm Credit territory.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Jack Ferguson Endowment by Henrico 4H/Henrico Extension
Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors
Jack Ferguson Endowment offers a $2,000 award for Henrico 4H members with at least three years of membership.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Larry Gay Memorial Endowment by Virginia Grain Producers Association
Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Larry Gay Memorial Endowment offers a $2,000 scholarship for members or dependents of the Virginia Grain Producers Association.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Roan Scholars Program
Tennessee • Georgia • Kentucky • North Carolina • South Carolina • Virginia • Freshmen
The Roan Scholars Program offers high school seniors in TN and nearby states a chance to earn $250+ in awards.
Deadline:
October 15, 2025
Virginia Council on Women STEM Essay Contest
Virginia • STEM • Healthcare-Related • For Women • Freshmen
Deadline:
January 1, 2026
Southeast Virginia Community Foundation Scholarships
Portsmouth • Chesapeake • Suffolk • Newport News • Isle of Wight County • Virginia • Freshmen
Southeast Virginia Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $7,500 for local students based on merit, need, and activities.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Hampton Roads Community Foundation's scholarships
Norfolk • Portsmouth • Newport News • Chesapeake • Hampton • Virginia Beach • Suffolk • Virginia • Freshmen
Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Community Foundation of the Virginias Scholarships
Mercer County • McDowell County • Fayette County • Tazewell County • Virginia • West Virginia • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of the Virginias offers over $419,000 in scholarships annually for local students. Apply now for a chance to win!
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
The Alfred Street Baptist Church Scholarship
Washington • Alexandria County • Arlington County • Fairfax County • Falls Church County • Prince William County • Prince George's County • Montgomery County • Charles County • Virginia • Maryland • Community Service • Freshmen
The Alfred Street Baptist Church Scholarship offers $5,000 annually for 4 years to eligible DC area graduates committed to community service.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship
Alabama • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • West Virginia • Theatre/Performing Arts • Graduate Students
The Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship offers $2,000 for theatre graduate students from select Southern states. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
NEWH Washington DC Metropolitan Scholarship
District Of Columbia • Delaware • Maryland • Virginia • West Virginia • Pennsylvania • Interior Design • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Architecture • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The NEWH Washington DC Metropolitan Scholarship offers up to $75,000 for students in hospitality-related majors with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
June 15, 2025
The SAWF Scholarship
Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Louisiana • Mississippi • North Carolina • South Carolina • Tennessee • Virginia • Texas • West Virginia • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Aerospace • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.
Deadline:
March 25, 2025
Community Foundation for Loudoun & Northern Fauquier Counties Scholarships
Loudoun County • Prince William County • Arlington County • Alexandria County • Fairfax County • Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students in Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties. Apply with one application.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Community Foundation For Rockbridge Bath and Allegany Scholarships
Rockbridge County • Bath County • Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Community Foundation offers $1,500 scholarships for Bath and Rockbridge students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 29, 2025
Virginia Ruff Scholarship For Continuing Education
Bedford County • Virginia • For Women • Age • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Virginia Ruff Scholarship offers $1,000 for Bedford women 25+ seeking education for job market re-entry and economic self-sufficiency.
Deadline:
June 29, 2025
Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts Fellowship
Virginia • Graduate Students • Seniors • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship provides up to $8,000 for talented Virginian artists and art students. Apply with required materials.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
The School of ACE Scholarship Program
Arizona • Arkansas • California • Colorado • Delaware • District Of Columbia • Florida • Georgia • Idaho • Indiana • Kansas • Louisiana • Maryland • Minnesota • Missouri • New Mexico • North Carolina • Ohio • Oklahoma • Oregon • Pennsylvania • South Carolina • Tennessee • Texas • Virginia • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The School of ACE offers a $2,500 scholarship for eligible high school seniors and college undergraduates with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
July 2, 2025
Pat Borkey Memorial Endowment by Lee-Davis High School, Sid Borkey and friends
Virginia • Science • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
FAQ
To write a strong application for Virginia scholarships, focus on clearly articulating your goals, demonstrating your achievements, and tailoring your essays to reflect the values of the scholarship. Additionally, proofread your application and seek feedback from others.
Virginia scholarships can cover a variety of expenses, including tuition, fees, books, and sometimes living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship.
Some Virginia scholarships may be available to international students, but many are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Be sure to check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
To apply for Virginia scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide transcripts, and submit any required essays or letters of recommendation. Check the specific application process for each scholarship.
It's advisable to start applying for Virginia scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or the first year of college. Many scholarships have early deadlines.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Virginia scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
Eligibility criteria for Virginia scholarships can vary widely, but they often include factors such as residency, academic performance, financial need, and specific fields of study. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many Virginia scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its legitimacy.
You can find Virginia scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, and checking local community organizations. A great resource for finding scholarships is Mos.
Virginia scholarships are financial awards available to students who are residents of Virginia or who are attending educational institutions in the state. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
In your personal statement for Virginia scholarships, include your academic achievements, career goals, community involvement, and why you are applying for the scholarship. Make sure to tailor your statement to reflect the values of the scholarship provider.
Yes, there are many Virginia scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations and foundations often offer scholarships to support students from their area.
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