Scholarships

Due: December 17th

The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Scholarship winners receive the honor of being named “Carson Scholars” and are awarded an Olympic-sized medal and a trophy for their school to celebrate their accomplishments.

Due Tue, Sep 30th 2025, 08:59 pm PDT

The $500 Going Merry Future Fund Scholarship was created to help high school students take their first step in funding their future. Whether your plans after graduation include enrolling in a four-year college, community college, or trade school, this award is designed to support you.

Open to the Class of 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Deadline: February 1st

Check in with your Higher Ed Coordinator at your school College and Career Center to get more information!

To support students throughout their academic journeys, Equitable will provide 100 $5,000 annual scholarships that will be renewed each academic year for four years, for a total of $20,000 per recipient.

Opens in January, Deadline in April

The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund provides financial support for students who are active and emerging organizers in progressive movements for liberation, self-determination and social and economic justice in their communities. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who are enrolled at a college or university or in a trade or technical program.

Application deadline: January 12, 2027

The Dell Scholars program helps you earn your degree and launch your career. Each year, 500 students become Dell Scholars, gaining financial assistance, academic advising, career coaching, and a team of dedicated experts who support them every step of the way.

Due Thu, Jan 1st 2026, 08:59 pm PST.

Sharon L. Smartt was a beloved sister and professor who passed away last year after leading an incredible life and career. Despite coming from an impoverished background, Sharon was able to find success and had wonderful teaching positions teaching English at Cal State Los Angeles and Cal State Northridge. Professors and other workers in academic spaces play a crucial role in the journeys of countless students, offering encouragement, mentorship, and valuable lessons. This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Sharon L. Smartt by supporting students who are pursuing the humanities.

Due Thu, Jan 1st 2026, 08:59 pm PST.

The Edson Family Scholarship provides financial assistance to African American men from the Pasadena/Altadena area of California who plan to attend a trade school or community college in Los Angeles County. Graduating high school seniors, community college freshmen, and sophomores between ages 17 -24 studying for a professional certificate or associate degree are welcome to apply.

Due: January 5, 2026 Noon CST

The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Easy to apply and will change students’ lives.

Due Thu, Jan 8th 2026, 08:59 pm PST.

The Ginny Patin Scholarship program was established to assist outstanding college students in achieving their scholastic goals. This program is designed to interest and encourage young people to enter the seed industry. Each year, three $2,500 scholarships are funded through contributions from members of the seed and allied industries. It is our belief that everyone benefits from this program. The students receive assistance towards attaining their chosen goal and the industry receives the new talent needed to remain competitive in today's business world.

Due: January 8, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Enterprise Mobility Foundation are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), medical and law schools. Thirty-four (34) historically Black community colleges (HBCCs) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship of up to $1,500 for the 2027-2028 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in one installment during the fall 2027 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).

Due: January 8, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and MolsonCoors are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), medical and law schools. Six (6) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship of up to $8,200 for the 2027-2028 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be disbursed as a single payment during the fall 2027 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).

Due: January 8, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Enterprise Mobility Foundation are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), medical and law schools. Eighty-one (81) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship of up to $15,000 for the 2027-2028 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in two installments: one during the fall 2027 semester and the second during the spring 2028 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).

• January 15, 2026: 2025 FOSSI application due date
• FOSSI funds 4-year scholarships of $10,000 per year for students majoring in STEM related fields at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Additionally, FOSSI connects students to leadership development, mentoring and internship opportunities at participating companies

Deadline January 22, 2026 3:00 PM CT

You can receive a scholarship of up to $40,000

(up to $10,000/year) towards an undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science and an offer to complete a summer internship at Amazon!

Due: January 21, 2026 3:00 PM CT

Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates, age 25 or younger, living in the United States. You must be planning to pursue a culinary arts degree, and to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college for the entire upcoming academic year. If selected as a recipient, the student will receive a $5,000 award. Up to one award will be granted. Awards are one-time only. Past recipients may not reapply.

Deadline January 22, 2026 11:59 PM CT

Edison Scholars was created to recognize the makers of tomorrow – students with big dreams to help power the future. The program awards college scholarships to help fuel your passion for making a difference by studying science, technology, engineering and math.

Due Fri, Jan 30th 2026, 08:59 pm PST.

TELACU College Success Scholarship provides financial assistance to Latino students from eligible communities in California, Texas, Illinois, and New York who are interested in attending college in any state.

Due: Jan 31 2026 11:59 PM (EST)

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations identify and recognize high school students who, through action and service, have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equity or promoting racial understanding in their schools and communities.

Prize recipients receive a cash prize of $2,500 and an all-expenses-paid weekend to a Symposium on Race at Princeton University, where they will meet and engage with other Prize recipients from across the country.

Deadline: Feb 13 2026 11:59 PM (CST)

Applicant must demonstrate a career interest in the airline industry, including but not limited to frontline operations, customer service, aircraft maintenance, dispatch, engineering, flight operations, finance, technology, human resources, marketing, sales, or communications.

Deadline: February 19th, 2026

Point Community College Scholars receive financial aid, mentoring, leadership development, and transfer support.

Amount: $2,400 per semester or $4,800 per academic year.

Funding Period: Fall 2025 through spring 2026. Most Point Community College Scholarships provide one year of support.

Deadline: Feb 25, 2026

Any high school or undergraduate student who is pursuing healthcare to support patients who have lung disease and/or rare conditions may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

Deadline: February 28, 2026

In an effort to get students committed to the cause of deleting cyberbullying, we are offering the Delete Cyberbullying Social Media Scholarship for high school and college students to help cover educational expenses. We want to raise awareness that much of cyberbullying takes place on social media. Those who spend more time on social media are more likely to be cyberbullied so it's important for students to be aware of the signs of cyberbullying.

DEADLINE: February 28, 2026

Niche is giving one student $2,000 to put toward tuition, housing, books or other college expenses — no essay required.

Due: February 28, 2027

The Los Angeles Military Charitable Fund (LAMCF) provides annual scholarships to high‑school seniors and post‑secondary students who are dependents of military or Department of Defense civilian families in the Southern California area. These awards are made possible through generous community partners and decades of dedicated thrift shop volunteers.

Deadline: March 1, 2026

The ACS Catalyst Scholarship is an education initiative designed to support undergraduate students pursuing chemistry or chemistry-related fields. This scholarship offers support to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need or hardship. This program provides $10,000 in funding, with the possibility of renewal in future years, to help students continue their academic journey

DUE: March 1, 2026

Do you dream of building robots or designing the future? Ignite Arts and STEM sees YOU! The Code Breakers & Changemakers Scholarship empowers YOU, a BIPOC high school senior, to shatter stereotypes and rewrite your future.

DUE: March 1, 2026

The Engebretson Foundation is in the process of seeking a high school senior to receive a one-year $10,000.00 per semester scholarship.

Deadline: March 12th, 2026

The Access Scholarship from Point Foundation provides financial and community support to students that have traditionally faced limited access to opportunities.

Amount: Up to $1,500

Funding Period: Awarded scholars will receive funding for the next academic term. Funding is provided for a single academic term.

Due:5:00 PM on March 13, 2026

The Resilience Scholarship is a source of financial support and motivational resource for women within Los Angeles County wishing to pursue a college degree or post-secondary certification program. The scholarship seeks to support women and girls whose resilience and determination have overcome considerable hardship. As such, our scholarship funds can subsidize incidentals above and beyond allowable expenses covered by federal and state financial aid.

Deadline: March 15, 2026 (pre-application) and April 15, 2026 (full application)

Open to children ages 8-18 who are legal residents of the U.S. or Canada and are currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months; project must benefit other people or the planet

Due: March 16th, 2026

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Foundation is offering Better Together STEM Scholarships of $2,500, $5,000 or $10,000. These are for students pursuing science, technology or engineering studies at universities in California. Students must be California residents and PG&E customers at the time of application.

Deadline to apply: March 17, 2026, at 10:59 PM PT

The Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service supports students who have a passion for helping others, experience serving their communities, and can demonstrate an expansive view of what’s possible through public service.

Deadline: 03/23/2026, 3:00 PM

The state will provide up to $240,000 in scholarship funding to eligible individuals participating in educational programs to become licensed, prescribing behavioral health practitioners, with a four-year service obligation.

Individuals participating in educational programs to become non-prescribing licensed practitioners are eligible for up to $180K, with a four-year service obligation.

Individuals participating in educational programs to become non-prescribing, non-licensed practitioners are eligible for up to $120K; with the following service obligation:

• $20K or greater is four years

• $10K – $20K is three years

• Less than $10K is two years

Due: March 31, 2026

The Chicana Latina Foundation is currently accepting applications for its scholarship program. Students selected for the program receive a $1,500 scholarship. They are also invited to attend the Foundation’s annual award dinner. Awardees also participate as a CLF Ambassador and at the Foundation’s Leadership Institute. This opportunity is open to students completing their undergraduate or graduate degree.

• Be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college in one of the following California counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Napa, Sacramento, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Solano, San Francisco, Sonoma, or Yolo

Due: March 31st, 2026

Are you ready to take the next step toward making a difference in your community? Since 2018, the SoLa College Scholarship Fund has been helping students in South Los Angeles unlock opportunities in higher education. Each year, we select 25 outstanding students—our SoLa Scholars—to receive scholarships ranging from $10,000 to full-ride awards. To date, we’ve invested $2.2M in empowering over 180 student leaders from South LA.

Deadline 12:00 PM (Central Time) on March 31, 2026.

Boom & Bucket, we believe in supporting the next generation of skilled workers in the heavy equipment industry. That’s why we’re offering a $1,000 annual scholarship to help students pursuing education in heavy machinery-related programs. Whether you're already enrolled or planning to start a program within the next year, this scholarship is open to students attending colleges or trade schools across the United States

The ERG and ENG scholarships below are supported in part by PG&E and through fundraising and contributions made by members of these coworker groups and fellow coworkers. Each group awards scholarships to students who have shown commitment to specific communities or causes. Students can apply to 1 or all.

Includes:

• PG&E Access Network
• PG&E AAPI
• PG&E Black
• PG&E Latino
• PG&E Legacy
• PG&E MEENA
• PG&E NSBE
• PG&E NuEnergy
• PSEA
• PG&E Samahan
• SHPE
  
• PG&E Women's Network

Due: April 1st, 2026, 1:00 PM (PT)

The SoCalGas Scholarship Program encourages students to pursue higher education and supports their academic endeavors. Our objective is to create a diverse pool of future scientists, mathematicians, technology experts, and engineers that can help address the complex issues our communities face today and tomorrow.

Deadline: April 3rd, 2026

The Gorgonio Sanchez Jr. Scholarship was established to honor the life of an amazing man with a passion for education and service.

Amount Awarded: $1,000 per student

How many Awards: 3 (1 per campus – Compton HS, Centennial, & Dominguez HS)

Drop off application materials in your College and Career Center

Application Deadline: April 3, 2026

For a bilingual high school senior intending to pursue a teaching or counseling credential and support bilingual education and English learners

Application Deadline: April 3, 2026

For a bilingual student or a student with Native American Tribal affiliation pursuing a career in education or community service

Scholarship applications will open in Spring 2026. Recipients will be announced in the Summer of 2026.

Deadline to apply: April 10, 2026

A Scholars is a free program designed to help first-generation students thrive in college and graduate successfully with the skills they need to succeed in a fulfilling career. LA Scholars will join small-group cohorts for monthly virtual workshops during college, receive personalized support from ScholarMatch college advisors and peer mentors, and be able to access a $500 basic needs grant. Contact sandra.ruiz@scholarmatch.org for more information, including how to schedule ScholarMatch for in-person presentations in the Los Angeles area.

Deadline: April 13, 2026 at 3:00 pm Central Time.

The National STEM Excellence Scholarship seeks to identify and award America’s future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Submit your final application by April 13, 2026 at 11:59 Mountain Time

Deadline: April 15, 2026

The Intertech STEM scholarship is a non-renewable, $2,500, one year scholarship that is awarded to a college-bound high school graduating applicant, starting higher education in the fall of 2026.

Deadline: Monday, April 20th, 2026 at 5:00pm PST

We are proud to announce our annual, OUR OWN Scholarship. This year, Our Own will award over $50,000 in scholarships to
multiple graduating high school seniors, with individual awards up to $5,000.

Our scholarship goes beyond financial support. Recipients will be invited into the Our Own ecosystem of support, including fellowships, internships, mental health support, and workshops designed to support both personal growth and long term success.

Deadline: April 20, 2026 3:00 PM CT

If selected as a recipient, the student will receive a $5,000 award for 2-year programs or $10,000 for 4-year programs.

Provided there are qualified applicants, five (5) recipients from San Diego County and five (5) recipients from Los Angeles County recipients will be selected.

Awards are renewable up to three years or until a bachelor’s degree is earned, whichever occurs first, on the basis of satisfactory academic performance (maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and full-time enrollment).

• Be a U.S. citizen and Southern California resident in LA or San Diego County
• Be a high school senior, graduate, or current college undergraduate
• Be enrolled or accepted and plan to enroll full-time into an associate’s degree in nursing (AON) or a Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) at an accredited two- or four-year college or university located in LA or San Diego County for the entire upcoming academic year
• Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)

Deadline:April 22, 2026

The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award is a one-time, non-renewable, need-based award of up to $10,000 given in conjunction with full participation in From the Top’s Learning and Media Lab Fellowship.

The Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation is proud to offer this scholarship award to graduating high school students in Los Angeles County who are committed to continuing their education and building careers that service and strengthen their communities. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic achievement as well as financial need.

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Students should have an interest in fields such as political science, public policy, public administration, government, international relations, urban planning, education, or criminal justice, and aspire to career pathways in government agencies, nonprofits, policy advocacy, or other community-focused roles that improve people’s lives.

Deadline: 4/23/2026 11:59 PM EST

Foot Locker Foundation works to improve upward mobility to build a more equitable and inclusive future through education, economic development and community empowerment. For nearly twenty years, it has partnered with leading organizations helping to mobilize and uplift local communities. In partnership with UNCF, this scholarship program, funded by the Foot Locker Foundation, provides support to students attending a UNCF member college or university during the 2026-2027 school year. All undergraduate classifications (freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors) and high school seniors will be considered.

Due: April 23, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and McDonald’s are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), and medical and law schools. Sixty (60) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship of up to $15,000 for the 2027-2028 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in two installments: one during the fall 2027 semester and the second during the spring 2028 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).

In 2021, McDonald’s partnered with TMCF to create the Black & Positively Golden (B&PG) scholarship program. The initiative supports bright young minds headed to the nation’s HBCUs (historically Black colleges and universities).

The B&PG scholarship program is the latest example of McDonald’s long-standing commitment to education in Black communities. The company has awarded millions in scholarships over the past decade and is deeply committed to supporting brilliant young minds and brighter futures.

Due: April 24th, 2026

The Liu Fang Memorial Scholarship was established to provide scholarships to women pursuing college or university degrees in physics, engineering or mathematics in honor of the memory of Liu Fang. A foundation was created to celebrate Liu Fang’s desire to learn, her curiosity about the world, her heritage, and her love of family.

Each year we will award a scholarship of $2000.00 USD

One-time, non-renewable

Up to two (2) total receipients at time of award, at the discretion of the board

Deadline: April 24, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and McDonald’s are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Sixty-Three (63) scholars will be selected to receive a scholarship up to $15,000 for the 2025-2026 academic school year ($7,500 per semester), which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees.

Deadline: April 27, 2026 3:00 PM CT

Applicants to the Next Gen Scholarship must:

• Be high school seniors/students in their final year of upper or higher secondary school, graduates, current technical or college/university undergraduate students
• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year
• Be pursuing Cyber Security or an AI degree/credentials
• Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)

Children of CrowdStrike Employees are ineligible.

Deadline: May 31st

• Be enrolled in one of the following music degree programs
  • Music Performance
  • Music Therapy
  • Music Education
  • Conducting
• Obtain good academic standing, at least a 2.0 gpa
• Submit 1 letter of reference
• Resume
• Personal essay of approximately 500-750 words
• Prior semester transcript (either HS diploma or College Transcript) Unofficial is fine

You will find a listing of scholarships available to prospective Bruins, including brief descriptions about scholarship qualifications, that require an application during the admission cycle for the upcoming Fall quarter.

All deadlines are 11:59 PM Pacific time of the date noted.

In general, the prospective application closes in May each year.

Application Deadline: May 1, 2026

See your Higher Education Coordinator at the College Center for application!

Due: May 1st, 2026

Amount: 1K

Selection and notification will be made in June/July.

Deadline: May 3, 2026

Open to any U.S. middle or high school student between the ages of 13 and 19

Prizes range from $500 to $10,000

Due: May 9th

Deadline: May 11, 2026 3:00 PM CT

Applicants to the US Foods Scholars Program must:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time awards are disbursed in August
• Be a legal U.S. resident or person authorized to work in the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia
• Plan to enroll or already enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year
• Be pursuing a Culinary Arts degree or a related discipline, including, but not limited to, Culinary Science, Baking and Pastry Arts, Nutrition and Food Business Management, or Hospitality Management
• Agree to participate in at least one professional development opportunity provided by US Foods

US Foods employees, subsidiaries, parents, affiliates, representatives, consultants, contractors, legal counsel, advertising, public relations, promotional, fulfillment, and marketing agencies, and members of their immediate families (spouses, parents, siblings, and children, regardless of where they live) and those living in the same household are not eligible.

Deadline: May 15

Field(s) of Study to be able to apply:

Architecture & Design, Biology/Life Sciences, Business/Management, Communications, Computer & Information Systems...

Deadline Extended: May 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST

The El Café del Futuro Scholarships are available to students who meet the following eligibility criteria:

Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).

Must have applied for and received financial aid for the 2026-27 academic year.

Must be considered a first-generation college student. (Student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) did not complete a four-year bachelor’s degree from a university in the United States.)

Deadline: May 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST

Students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be a graduating high school senior in 2025-2026 academic year and have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.0.
• Or a college student who has completed at least one year of college studies and plans to continue for the 2026-2027 academic term. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be attending or plan to attend a HACU-member institution.
• Must be a first-generation college student.

Deadline: May 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST

Students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Must be currently enrolled for spring 2026 semester/quarter and intend to enroll in the Fall 2026 semester/quarter at a 4-year HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico.

Must be enrolled full-time.

Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

Have not received a HACU Conference Sponsorship.

Open to students majoring in Agriculture or Agrobusiness.

Due: May 15th

Due: May 15th

Deadline: May 19, 2026 3:00 PM CT

Applicants to the CLA Foundation Opportunity Scholarship Program must:

• Be high school seniors, high school graduates, current college undergraduates or graduate level students in the United States (U.S.) who plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or graduate school for the entire upcoming academic year.
• Be planning to pursue a degree in an industry related area of study related to CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP). Areas of study include, but not limited to:
  • Accounting
  • Business
  • Finance
  • Other emerging areas of study including:
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science and Analytics
    • Cybersecurity
    • Human-Centered Design and User Experience (UX/UI)
    • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
    • Legal Technology and Regulatory Compliance (RegTech)
    • Cognitive Science and Robotics
    • Communications and Digital Media
    • Ethics and Technology Management
• Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent)

Due: June 1, 2026

The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) is pleased to invite all qualified California residents to apply for a scholarship. This scholarship program was established to assist deserving students by offering financial assistance to help meet educational expenses.

Due: June 1, 2026

For graduating high school senior from an accredited high school with the goal to attend a community college and earn a degree or certification, and/or meet transfer requirements.

Due: June 5, 2026 at 11:59:59 PM

Prism Foundation provides scholarships to empower outstanding students who are making a positive impact on the Asian & Pacific Islander and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Due: June 10, 2026

The Program Sponsor is awarding a total of up to $10,000 each to 6 individuals.

Due: June 15th

This year, 300 students will be awarded with scholarships up to $2,500 to help fund their education. Funds may be used for tuition, childcare, transportation, equipment, supplies, or other related costs. To share the opportunity with your students - click the link below to access our scholarship marketing toolkit. Here you will find numerous resources to help in your outreach.

Due: June 15th

The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology (DFBSST) is an endowment fund which provides scholarships to African-American undergraduate students who enroll in scientific or technical fields of study at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Due: June 19, 2026

Amount: $500

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.

Due: June 30th, 2026

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no-essay scholarship.

Deadline: June 30, 2026

Cyberbullying is often tied to mental health issues, anxiety, and depression. We want to encourage students to be aware of the impact that cyberbullying can have and to watch for the signs of it.

Due: by 11:59 pm on June 30, 2026

Scholarship Awards

14 - $5,000 one-time scholarships

1 - $10,000 one-time scholarship

Eligible students must identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer (LGBTQ+) community.

Deadline: June 30, 2026

Due: June 30, 2026

The Adam Ferrari Health Science Scholarship empowers students who wish to study health science in college with the goal of providing better care for patients with physical disabilities. To apply for this $20,000 scholarship, eligible students must submit an essay between 1,000 and 2,000 words and meet all outlined eligibility requirements. Essays must be submitted before the application deadline.

Deadline: June 30, 2026.

The SuperCollege Scholarship is our way to give back to help you make college affordable. It's open to all students -- high school, college, grad or adult -- who are currently in college or plan to start. You can use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, computers, room and board or any education-related expense. To apply, complete the online application form. All winners will be selected based on completeness of application. Incomplete entries are automatically disqualified

Deadline: June 30, 2026

Award: $2,000

Due: July 3rd, 2026

The BLM² Scholarship Foundation program is designed to address the financial needs of minority college students and award outstanding high school graduates who plan to earn a baccalaureate degree from an accredited, four-year college or university with financial assistance.

Due: July 10, 2026

The Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) will award five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for secondary, advanced, or trade school education for the 2025-2026 academic year. Students must have been – accepted into a program of study related to wood, including architecture, forestry, wood science, and related disciplines, or a vocational training program applicable to the wood flooring industry.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION DATES

Early Application Deadline: July 8th, 2026

General Application Deadline: August 26th, 2026

Deadline for entry is August 31, 2026

ScholarshipDetective is a free scholarship search engine. To celebrate our launch we are awarding two $1,000 college scholarships. To enter just complete this application including a 140 character or less statement on how you plan to use the scholarship money. We will be awarding one scholarship for the best reason.

Deadline: September 4, 2026, at 11:59 pm

The Becas Alas initiative is committed to expanding educational access and achievement for high school seniors of Mexican and Latino Heritage in California.

The program provides a one-time scholarship grant ranging from $1,000 to $1,500.

Students will automatically get connected to scholarships they're eligible for as they fill out their Common App.

As you complete your Common App, the system will match you with eligible scholarships. The more you share in your Common App, the better you can match with suitable scholarships. Include details about your academics, extracurriculars, and demographics.

Applications OPEN on September 1, 2026

Application closes on November 12, 2026

Deadline: Sept 15th ,2025

The Gates Scholarship (TGS)🚨 is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.

Due- September 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Deadline is September 30!

The September Scholarship of the Month is the $1,000 Autumn Apple Choice Award, offered through CollegeXpress. It is open to U.S. students ages 13 and older who register on CollegeXpress and answer a short seasonal question. By signing up, students are entered for a chance to win a $1,000 award!

Deadline to apply is Friday, September 25th, 2026

Five high school students in Los Angeles County will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to support their future goals.

Opens: October 1st, Deadline: December 1st 2025

The Dell Scholars program is a scholarship and college completion program that nurtures and empowers students on their path to a college degree.

Applications CLOSE: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 10:00 PM Central

The Latinos and Planning Division (LAP) of the American Planning Association (APA) strives to address planning issues affecting Latino communities in the U.S. as well as increase Latinos in the profession. The purpose of the LAP scholarship program is to foster increased interest in the study of urban planning within the Latino student population at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels.

Two scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded to be used for fees, books, or academic materials.

The application will become available on October 15.

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $60,000 and are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, financial need and community service.

Closing Date: October 15, 2026 by 11:59PM

Students graduating high school in 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028 with a minimum GPA of 3.5

Closing Date: October 15, 2026 by 11:59PM (EST)

The Cybersecurity Excellence Scholarship aims to support students with a passion for cybersecurity and encourage their pursuit of careers in this critical field.

Deadline: October 16, 2026

As the premier international academic media organization, BEA is proud to administer annual scholarships that honor broadcasters and the electronic media profession. These awards support students pursuing excellence in media production, research, and education.

Closing Date: October 20, 2026 by 11:59PM (EST)

The growing influence of technology in our everyday lives is undeniable, and the STEM fields offer countless opportunities for those passionate about innovation. The NSHSS Foundation created this scholarship to recognize and support students who excel in and contribute to the ever-evolving world of STEM, celebrating their dedication to scientific, technological, engineering, and mathematical advancements.

Due: October 28th, 2026 by 3:00 CT

Every year, up to 12 $25,000 scholarships are awarded to students based on academic success, community service and financial need. The Chick-fil-A Community Scholars also participate in the Chick-fil-A Scholars Program, a one-year engagement that includes mentoring and leadership development alongside our Chick-fil-A $25k Remarkable Futures Scholars. Through this program, we recognize remarkable individuals who share our dedication to caring for others and caring for their communities. It is our pleasure to support the academic journeys of these future leaders.

Deadline: October 31

In an effort to get students committed to the cause of deleting cyberbullying, we are offering the Delete Cyberbullying Beyond School Walls Scholarship Award for high school and college students to help cover educational expenses.

Application Opens October 2st 2026!

Application deadline: January 12, 2027

Deadline: November 2, 2025

• Be currently enrolled in high school and graduating in the spring of 2026
• Must have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale
• Must enroll at an accredited higher education institution in 2026-2027
• If selected, attendance to virtual regional awards ceremony is mandatory

Due: November 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm PT

The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships to the highest-rated applicants in 2026.

Deadline:November 11, 2026

The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities.

The deadline to apply is November 19, 2026 at 5pm PST.

The Point Foundation’s Flagship Scholarship seeks to support LGBTQ students who are pursuing their college, graduate, or professional degrees in the United States. The Scholarship provides recipients financial support, resources, and professional development opportunities. Please note that the scholarship amount depends on various factors, including need, and is renewable for up to four years.

Deadline: November 30, 2026

Application deadline: December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Eligible applicants include high school seniors and full-time undergraduate students enrolled at an accredited university. The selected recipient will receive a one-time award of at least $500 for the Fall 2026 semester.

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Applications are open to undocumented immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before the age of 16 and before Nov. 1, 2019. The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees at one of our Partner Colleges up to a maximum of $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree.

This list of scholarships does not require proof of U.S. citizenship! The list has general application eligibility requirements, including education level, region/state, and immigration status (e.g. DACA, TPS, in-state tuition eligibility). Only opportunities with due dates within the next 120 days are shown in the list.

• Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students in an accredited four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories
• Applicants must demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support
• At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry.
• Non-U.S. Citizens are eligible to apply (DACA or undocumented).
• Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2027 academic year. This includes high school seniors, college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors up to age 25.
• Scholarship award: Students will receive a one-time, non-renewable scholarship of $1,000, or $500 if they are or will be enrolled in a 2-year community college.

Legal Resident or DACA

As an HSF Scholar, you will have access to HSF’s invaluable Scholar Support Services and be eligible to receive a scholarship, depending on available funds.

Our Leadership and Scholarship Program forms the cornerstone of the Chicana Latina Foundation. Each year we award merit-based scholarships valued at $1500 to 40-45 powerful Latina students.

Emergency financial need resulting from the following will qualify students for funding:

• Change in family income/support
• Loss of job
• Death of an immediate family member
• Natural disaster
• Pending eviction or home foreclosure
• Burglary
• Fire

For more than three decades the CBCF in partnership with CBC Spouses has awarded scholarships to talented and deserving students. Each year, we award more than 300 scholarships to students that demonstrate leadership ability through exemplary community service and academic talent. Our scholarship programs support current or upcoming college students across a variety of disciplines.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to not only address the financial needs of students who aspire to attend college but to guide them through the process of higher education.

UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, we award more than $100 million in scholarships to students attending more than 1,100 schools across the country, including our prestigious network of 37 HBCUs.

🚨Scholarship applications close on April 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. Recipients will be announced in the Summer of 2025.🚨

Each year we offer need-based and merit scholarships to outstanding and qualified Black students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees as part of our Inspire Initiatives program. Through the generosity of our donors, we advance efforts to ensure equity in educational opportunity that prepares students for success in school, work, and life.

🚨Scholarship applications become available April 15th and must be submitted by June 15th. Scholarship recipients will be notified in early September.🚨

The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology (DFBSST) is an endowment fund which provides scholarships to African-American undergraduate students who enroll in scientific or technical fields of study at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Students applying to African-American grants for education must be African-American. Federal education grants are typically awarded based on the applicant's financial needs, as determined initially by the FAFSA. State and privately funded African-American grants may have separate or additional requirements based on the applicant's place of residence, level of academic achievement, or planned course of study.

The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. RBSP competitively awards 20 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth.

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The BAM Scholarship was created to enable Black and African American students to attend college and pursue a career in technology. The goal is to empower future generations to do and be more.

The All-Star Scholarship is open to children adopted at or after the age of 13 (or who have exited foster care to permanent guardianship) to provide increased opportunities for advanced education. Each year, one student will be selected to receive the scholarship. This student will be eligible to receive up to $10,000 annually to go towards tuition, books, and other college-related expenses.

This program is funded by organizations, individuals and families across the country, giving them the opportunity to help fund foster youths’ postsecondary education so they can achieve brighter futures.

• $1,500 provides books and supplies for one student for one year
• $2,500 helps a community college student attend classes for one year
• $5,000 helps a university student attend classes for one year

Are you a high school senior or graduate with lived experience in foster care, looking to continue your education? Whether the goal is a 4 year college degree, or vocational trade program, ISF partners with students to assist them in their educational journey. ISF supports its students through financial support, mentoring programs, and leadership development. ISF students are armed with the support to rise above the challenges to make higher education a reality.

FEA’s Access Partners join in the shared commitment to increase the number of underrepresented American college students studying abroad through the provision of scholarships.

Due: December 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Eastern Area Links are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), publicly Black institutions (PBIs), medical and law schools. Seventy five (75) scholars will be selected to receive a need-based scholarship up to $1,500 for the 2026-2027 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be allocated in one installment during the fall 2026 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition

Due: December 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Lowe’s are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and predominantly Black institutions (PBIs). Twenty five (25) scholars will be selected to receive a scholarship of up to $5,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year. The total eligible scholarship amount will be disbursed as a single payment during fall 2026 semester (which can only be applied to verifiable costs associated with average tuition and usual fees).

Due: December 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

Sallie Mae’s mission is to power confidence as students begin their unique journeys. As an education solutions company, we support students as they navigate to, through and immediately after higher education. Through The Sallie Mae Fund, our mission-aligned philanthropic efforts remove barriers to college access, close affordability gaps and help more students complete their higher education.

Due: December 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Wells Fargo are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending TMCF’s member schools that include 57 publicly supported historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), historically Black community colleges (HBCCs), predominantly Black institutions (PBIs), medical and law schools. Forty (40) scholars will be selected to receive a fall emergency gap scholarship of up to $1,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year. Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning or graduating from college due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial-aid