SCHOLARSHIPS

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FASFA opens October 1st. Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to complete the free application for federal student aid.

**Scholarships in RED have already CLOSED! Scroll down to check deadlines for open/active scholarships.

Scholarships for Undocumented Youth

The Nation’s largest College and Career Success Program for Undocumented immigrant youth with providing more than 10,000 scholarships. Specifically for our students in MA look at the National Scholarship.

Immigrants Rising Scholarship

Application to apply to various scholarships for Undocumented Youth

OHSU Center for Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship

Occupational Health Internship Program 2025

Lotus Scholarship - $500

Low-income background or raised by a single parent

Devante Lane Scholarship - $1,000

Has been affected by gun violence

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Numerous scholarships available.

Many different due dates! You should continuously check this!

Go to: https://studentscholarships.org to search and apply

Links to more scholarships!

THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF HBCU SCHOLARSHIPS - https://www.hbcugraduates.com/hbcugrad/2020/10/3/an-extensive-list-of-hbcu-scholarships

THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND WEBSITE - https://www.tmcf.org/about-us/member-schools/about-

HBCUBuzz - HBCU Scholarships - https://hbcubuzz.com/scholarship/

Questbridge - https://www.questbridge.org/

MATRICULATE - http://www.matriculate.org/

HBCU Scholarships - https://hbculifestyle.com/101-minority-scholarships/

SCHOLLY APPS - https://myscholly.com/

RED PINE SCHOLARSHIPS - https://www.tpi.org/scholarship/red-pine-scholars-program

Scholarships 360 - https://scholarships360.org/

FastWeb - FastWeb.com

Scholarships - Scholarships.com

MIAA-Sportsmanship Essay Contest

The MIAA is sponsoring its 25th Annual Sportsmanship Essay Contest, with this year's theme: "What Does Good Sportsmanship Look Like From The Stands?"

APPLICATION DEADLINE is October 7, 2025

To apply: Below is a link to the scholarship details and guidelines. You will need to submit your essay via email to: dharrington@miaa.net

https://www.miaa.net/news/25th-annual-sportsmanship-essay-contest

V.F.W.-Voice of Democracy

Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of foreign Wars' premier scholarship program. Compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. This year's theme is, "How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?" Prizes and scholarships can be awarded at the Post, District, State and National level. Submissions will be reviewed with one being submitted to the local VFW.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is October 31, 2025

To apply: Below is a link to an Info. sheet and entry form. You will need to print, complete and bring to the School Counseling office the entry form, essay and recording:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/15On2U_DLeZib8MgPKo1f02_au57okskA/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

Ron Brown Scholar Program

The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify students who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their communities through service to others. To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, Black/African American and current high school seniors at the time of their application. Community service and financial need is required.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is December 1, 2025

Apply online at: https://ronbrown.my.site.com/s/

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship for goal driven students. We plan to award 1200 new four-year scholarships. This scholarship is designed to provide recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Recipients graduating college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program can apply for a Hagan Graduate Scholarship good for up to four additional consecutive semesters to attend graduate school.

Eligibility Requirements

Must attend a high school in the U.S.
Eligible students can apply regardless of nationality or citizenship.
Must have achieved a 3.5 Cumulative Grade Point Average.
Must enroll at an Eligible Four-Year College or University the first semester following high school graduation.
Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until commencement of the 2024 fall semester in college. Work can be performed at recipient discretion. Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation.
Award recipients will receive $2000 to purchase essential items for college.
Award recipients will be eligible to receive up to $7500 each semester.
Parents 2024 adjusted gross income must not have exceeded $100,000.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is December 1, 2025

Brochure: https://haganscholarships.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/9-19-25-Fall26-HSF-U.S.-BROCHURE-su3.pdf

Apply at: https://haganscholarships.org/application/

MASS AFL-CIO

All high school seniors are eligible to compete for certain awards. In order to be eligible you must register/apply to take the Labor History exam. Link to register and to the study guide below.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE is December 19, 2025

https://massaflcio.org/scholarships

Study Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ijrbq974qIcU6DjgWBqcMkCjGeuOW9aX/view

Please let your counselor or Mrs. Williamson know that you've registered to take the exam.

Exams will be online and administered between 2/2/26-2/6/26

Equitable Excellence Scholarship

Equitable is committed to students who show potential: those with courage to pursue what's possible; who display strength in managing challenges; who share wisdom with others. (100) $5000 annual scholarships that will be renewed each academic year for four years, for a total of $20,000 per recipient.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is: January 15, 2026

Apply online at: https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/equitableexcellence/

MASS JCI Senate Scholarship

The Massachusetts JCI Senate will award two (2) $1000.00 scholarships to students planning to attend a four-year College/University. Also a $500.00 scholarship to a student who plans to attend a Vocational College. The 3 students selected will be forwarded on to the National level.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is January 12, 2026

To apply: Below are a links to the 2 applications in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and then mail with supporting docs to:

Marilyn Lariviere

19 Stetson St.

Hyannis, MA 02601

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gurKEapOMJSENdE6tFf_GPhi8XfycMWc/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dnl5kckNJLnCKtqv__PoKJ4RHt0IFRyy/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

**Any questions email mlariv@comcast.net or call 508 776-6059

Application available online at: https://majcisenate.org/

Massachusetts Elks Scholarship

The Mass Elks Association fosters and carries on the philanthropic work of assisting worthy young men and women to secure the advantages of an undergraduate college education through a corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Mass and known as the Mass Elks Scholarship Inc. The program offers grants to students demonstrating financial need, scholarship aptitude, and good citizenship. Grants may be renewed yearly, based on continued demonstration of financial need and academic achievement.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is JANUARY 15, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and then mail for endorsement with supporting docs to:

Elizabeth Sawyer

MASS Elks

171 Woodlawn Ave.

Pittsfield, MA 01201

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A4xKCnTfPAJBNTDxdNT1uq3GS0R6V7li/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

Grand Lodge of MA-Order Sons & Daughters of Italy in America, Charitable & Educational Trust

Twenty Scholarships at a maximum of one thousand dollars each shall be awarded based on the following: scholastic ability, character, and activities. Scholarship consideration shall be given only to four year colleges. Application includes personal typewritten letter, and a recent school photograph. Seniors are encouraged to apply regardless of affiliation with the Order Sons of Italy. For the application and more details you can to their website at www.osiama.org

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is January 31, 2026

To apply: The application can be downloaded from https://www.osiama.org/scholarships OR

Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and then mail with supporting docs to:

Charitable and Educational Trust, OSDIA

ATTN: Scholarship Chair

85 River St. Suite 2

Waltham, MA 02453

https://drive.google.com/file/d/15SvNArj_p8l4Irv4sS6kBVtUq6_l6BTR/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

Henry David Thoreau Foundation

Available to MA high school students interested in studying areas related to Environmental Sciences. Their objective is to foster environmental leaders. Thoreau scholars study many different subjects such as Oceanography, Green Architecture, Conservation Biology, Alternate Energy as well as Engineering & Computer Science majors related to the environment.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is February 1, 2026

Apply online at: www.thoreauscholar.org

A link to scholarship details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uA4lGeFW-8yw9lKbFzYJlTdJhuiyiTTp/view?usp=sharing

Big Y Scholarship Program

Big Y customers, their dependents, employees and their dependents are eligible to apply. All Big Y scholarships recognize academic merit and achievement. They are awarded to the most academically outstanding students in the Big Y market area. Below is the link to apply and a FAQ sheet.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is February 1, 2026

Apply online at: https://www.bigy.com/Community/Scholarships

FAQ Sheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12RhItbQBVxVGd5rs9gaSFwW8BHy0MBbJ/view?usp=sharing

National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association Scholarship/Essay Contest (NIAAA)

In accordance with National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) purpose to promote, facilitate, and increase the knowledge and understanding of the vital role of interscholastic athletics in the educational system, this scholarship program will foster and acknowledge the partnership between the NIAAA and secondary education. The scholarships will recognize the distinguished scholastic, leadership, and citizenship attributes of high school student athletes, and the importance of high school athletics in each student’s life. Must have achieved at least (2), min of a B average, be ranked in the top 25% and/or ACT score of 24 or SAT score of 1100 (math & reading). Must have participated in at least 2 sports for 2 years in each sport. Must have earned at least 1 varsity letter.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is February 10, 2026

**IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO THIS SCHOLARSHIP PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO OUR AD (ATHLETIC DIRECTOR) AT: brousseau@pittsfield.net, IN ORDER FOR HIM TO START YOUR NOMINATION FORM.

Red Pine Scholars Program

The Red Pine Scholars Program is seeking its next class of students from low- to middle-income families in Massachusetts who have demonstrated academic excellence and are planning to attend competitive colleges as freshmen in the fall of 2026. This program is designed to support undergraduate students through tuition assistance, mentoring, and other flexible financial supports. The Red Pine Scholars Program is dedicated to making college affordable for Massachusetts families and helping students reach their full potential. The program is funded by an anonymous donor and administered by The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI).

APPLICATION DEADLINE is: February 12, 2026

Apply online at: https://tpi.org/red-pine-scholars-program/

Horatio Alger Scholarships

Horatio Alger Association is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit organization that honors outstanding individuals who personify the American Dream. Thanks to their generosity, the Association provides need-based scholarships and services to promising young people who are persevering through adversity.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is February 15, 2026

Apply online at: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to many exceptional students as possible. Must be of Hispanic heritage. U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident or DACA. Have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, plan to enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 15, 2026

Apply online at: https://www.hsf.net/

MASS Elks Career & Technical Education Grant Program

This scholarship was established for students who plan to attend a vocational/technical program, a junior college or a community college to work towards a one or two year program of studies that will further your education culminating in an associate degree, diploma or certificate less than a bachelor's degree.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is March 1, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and then mail with supporting docs to:

Elizabeth Sawyer

MASS Elks CTE Scholarship Committee Chairperson

171 Woodlawn Ave.

Pittsfield, MA 01201

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvN7u_VXIGY5zxqWicKDZhlN8Dv8fS11/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

The Arisdine Krikorian Scholarship

The Krikorian family was deeply proud of their Armenian heritage and devoted to many Armenian organizations in Watertown and Belmont, Massachusetts. They were keenly interested in the educational advancement of Armenian children. That interest led to the creation of this scholarship program. We are delighted to announce a scholarship opportunity for students of Armenian descent or those pursuing Armenian studies at the collegiate level residing in Massachusetts who are planning to attend a four-year college or university or a post-graduate program in the U.S. The program offers a one-year scholarship of up to $10,000 to cover tuition, fees and educational expenses. Amounts will be determined based on the financial aid and need of each student.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is March 11, 2026

Apply online at: https://tpi.org/krikorian-scholarship/

Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation

One application, many scholarships! Scholarships through BTCF support post-secondary education goals for graduating seniors. Applicants use one application to get access to all scholarship opportunities. Students are matched automatically with all scholarships for which they qualify. For questions, email scholarships@berkshiretaconic.org

DEADLINE TO APPLY is March 15, 2026

Apply online at: https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants-scholarships/apply-for-scholarships

Girls Inc. of the Berkshires

The purpose of this scholarships to make post-secondary education more accessible to young women, especially those in low/moderate-income households, by offsetting some costs. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.80 on a 4.00 scale. Scholarships are need-based, household income is required. Applicants must have demonstrated extraordinary initiative, energy and creativity in community service.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is March 20, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and then email it along with supporting docs to abigaila@brighamcenter.org, be sure to reference 2026 scholarship application in the subject line. Or you can mail it in to:

Girls Inc. of the Berkshires, Scholarship Committee

165 East St.

Pittsfield, MA 01201

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z6b31NhuwpQkbDegP1E8xxKUovM-uR9E/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

The Rebekah Assembly

The Rebekah Assembly of Massachusetts, of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, is offering a scholarship of $1000 to qualified seniors who plan to further their education. Must include 1-5 on the application. They are particularly interested in the student letter. It helps to get a clear picture of your needs and goals.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is March 31, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and mail along with supporting docs to:

Diane Palmer

48 Brattle Street

South Berwick, ME 03908

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-IgmwtZaT3omNNMl9uxoUAAlQz7HW-b1/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

Pittsfield Adams Lodge of Elks

Scholarship to be awarded to a student who demonstrates Leadership, Hard Work, Determination, and Dedication in his/her senior class.

APPLICATION DEADLINE is April 1, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to instructions on what's needed. This can be picked up in the School Counseling office as well. The complete packet is to be mailed to:

Pittsfield Lodge of Elks

ATTN: Elizabeth Sawyer

27 Union Street

Pittsfield, MA 01201

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZloDj5a7em4cEhyQKcHu-_kRfigRzTPz/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

The Glenn W. Hoffman Innovation & Creativity Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Karen Hoffman in memory of her late husband. This scholarship is directed towards students planning to pursue a career in the Visual Arts. Award is $8000 in total. Payable $2000 per year over 4 years.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is April 13, 2026

Apply online at: https://thruglennslens.org/pages/scholarship

I Found Light Against All Odds

This non-profit organization is offering a scholarship to at risk youths. You must be accepted to an accredited college, tech school or certificate program. Write a 1000-word essay on how you found light after darkness through your journey in high school.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is April 17, 2026

To apply: Below is a link to the application in pdf form. You will need to print, complete and email with your essay to: lombardilisa@ifoundlight.com

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1b3dUX9xp32ueoe_KczbRsg1lZZimYWbn/view?usp=sharing

*If you do not have the option to print, there are hard copies available in the office.

The Stephen Phillips Memorial

Offers renewable, four-year scholarships to students with financial need who display academic achievement, a commitment to serving others (in school, the community or at home), a consistent work history of part time work, grit and passion for overcoming obstacles and/or achieving future goals, and leadership qualities.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is May 1, 2026

EARLY RESPONSE DEADLINE: April 2, 2026

Apply online at: https://phillips-scholarship.org/apply/

Student Insights, Student-View Scholarship Program

Offering (1) $10,000, (2) $1000 and (3) $500 scholarships. The scholarships are awarded via a random drawing of completed "applications."

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is April 23, 2026

To apply: Simply log on to https://www.student-view.com/ and complete a 15-20 min. survey application about colleges in your area.

Jewish Federation of the Berkshires

Offering (2) scholarships for any senior with at least 1 jewish parent or identifies as jewish themselves.

The Henry Simkin, Frances Simkin Schiller, Dr. Stanley and Faye Simkin Scholarship- Must have demonstrated high academic achievement, leadership and participation in the jewish community.

Sandra Kronick Smith College Scholarship- Must identify as a woman and have demonstrated good character, hard-working as well as possess good work ethic. Financial need considered.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is April 24, 2026

Apply online at: https://www.jewishberkshires.org/college-scholarships

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott and Fenner are committed to continuing their efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed. The winner(s) of this award will receive their award within 2 weeks of this listed deadline. All applicants should include their full name and mailing address as well as the school you're currently attending. Go to https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php for more information.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is June 10, 2026

To apply: Write a 500-1000 word essay describing your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

Email your essay to: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

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