Dalton Elks Lodge Scholarship--$1250 (students' deadline Nov. 15, 2021)
Senior applicants from local high schools will receive awards from the Dalton Elks Lodge anticipated to be similar to last year ($1400 each). The applications of the three highest scoring males and females in the local contest will be submitted for possible additional awards. Any high school senior, who is a citizen of the USA on the date the application is signed, is eligible to apply. Legal permanent resident status does not qualify. Students are judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. This year, SAT and ACT are not required components. Applications are to be submitted online. Click here for the online application.
Greenhouse Scholars--$2000-$5000 (deadline November 1, 2020)
Have a cumulative, un-weighted GPA of 3.5 or above
Demonstrate financial need (annual household income no greater than $70,000)
Possess excellent leadership skills, an ability to persevere through difficult circumstances, and a strong interest and commitment to their community. To review eligibility, click https://greenhousescholars.org/our-scholars/become-a-scholar/.
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing--391 awards of $500 (deadline Nov. 5, 2020)
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) honors women in grades 9 through 12 who are active and interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Click https://www.aspirations.org/participate/high-school for information.
Opportunity for Black Women Scholarship--$1000 (deadline Nov 11, 2020)
The Opportunity for Black Women Scholarship will be awarded to a Black woman at any education level and field of study. This scholarship is part of the Mechanism Ventures Impact Grants Series. ESSAY TOPIC "Please tell us a bit about yourself. What do you hope to achieve in your education and career?" in 500–1000 words.
Create Real Impact Scholarship--$500-$1500 Scholarships (deadline Nov 12, 2020)
Create Real Impact Contest Awards are open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia between the ages of 14 and 22 years. Entrants must be enrolled as full-time students in an accredited institution. Applicants must create a product that encourages people to avoid reckless or distracted while driving. Applications can be found here.
Overachievers Student Grant--$12,500 (deadline Nov 15, 2020)
Pilot Pen is continuing the G2 Overachievers Student Grant designed to reward and celebrate one exceptional young scholar (aged 13 to 19, in middle school or high school) who is making a difference in others’ lives outside of the classroom. One student grant winner will earn $12,500 to further their education and/or continue their good works. Go to https://g2overachievers.com/enter/.
Mary Knoll Scholarship--$1000 (deadline Nov. 15, 2020)
Students in grades 6-12 may enter. Applications can be found here.
James Allen Cox Student Photography Scholarship--$2500 (deadline Nov. 15, 2020)
Participants must have completed one year at an accredited high school and should have taken at least one photography or related art class. Click here for information.
Overachievers Student Grant-$15,000 (deadline Nov 15, 2020)
Pilot Pen continues to recognize everyday heroes through the G2 Overachievers Grant. The $100,000 G2 Overachievers Grant will be awarded to one deserving individual who goes above and beyond their nine-to-five to make the world a better place. The $15,000 G2 Overachievers Student Grant will be awarded to an outstanding young scholar who is making a real difference in others’ lives outside of the classroom. You may be in high school or middle school to apply.
Prudential Spirit of Community Award--$1000 and a trip to Washington, D.C. (deadline Nov. 20, 2020)
Middle school and high school students who make a difference through volunteering may apply for this award. Go to spirit.prudential.com or nassp.org/spirit to access the online application. Deliver instructions to your principal by November 20, 2020 to certify the application.
Griswold Home Care Scholarship--2 @ $1000 (Deadline Nov 30, 2020)
Griswold Home Care was founded by Jean Griswold in 1982 after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and seeing the need for quality care in her community. Jean’s mission of affordable care for all continues to spread today. In honor of Jean’s vision, Griswold Home Care offers a $1,000 annual scholarship to a qualified student pursuing a bachelor’s, associate’s, graduate, or professional degree at an accredited college or university. Enter here.
Dr. Juan Andrade Jr Scholarship--20 @ $1000 (Deadline Nov 30, 2020)
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, and 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 2020 – Spring 2021 academic year. Click here for more information.
Driver Education Initiative Scholarship--6 @ $500 (Deadline Nov 30, 2020)
To be eligible, a student must be currently enrolled in high school, university or college classes full-time and submit an essay demonstrating knowledge on the topic of safe driving. Click here for more information.
DoSomething Scholarships (monthly scholarships)
Do you like making a difference in your school or community? If you do, DoSomething has many campaigns to make a difference, and for participating, you will be entered to win a scholarship. Click here for more information.
Discover Student Loans Scholarships--12 $5,000 scholarships
Students are automatically entered to win a $5000 scholarship when they sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college at scholarship.collegecovered.com. Winners will be randomly drawn on a monthly basis. To learn more about the scholarship, visit scholarship.collegecovered.com.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future contest--from $500 up to $5000 ($500 winners each quarter, $5000 each year)
Submissions taken year round, and quarterly awards of $500 are given. Yearly awards of $5000 are given. Go to www.writersofthefuture.com/ for more information.
Big Future Scholarships-monthly--Deadlines starting in June
All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college. The sooner you start and the more steps you complete, the more chances you’ll have to win. This month’s entries will continue to be included in upcoming monthly drawings.
Points Scholarship--$1000-$10,000 (scholarships awarded monthly and quarterly)
ScholarshipPoints awards one $10,000 scholarship every quarter of the year exclusively to members. There is no essay required. Simply sign up to be automatically entered into the scholarship. Eligibility Requirements: Must be thirteen (13) years of age or older on the date of entry, Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident of the fifty (50) united States or District of Columbia, Must be currently attending (or planning to attend) a college located in the United States.
FormSwift Scholarships--$1000 (deadlines on April 15, August 15, November 15, February 15)
To be eligible, the senior must make a business plan infographic about one of the suggested topics and apply.
Varsity Tutors Monthly College Scholarship Contest
Write an essay, promote it online, and you may win a $1000 scholarship. This is a monthly contest.
Nitro Scholarship--$2000 (scholarships awarded monthly through 2021)
Eligibility: The $2,000 Nitro Scholarship Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the five (5) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry: a parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States, a student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States; a parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States; a student who is currently enrolled as a high school senior located with the United States; a student or a parent whose child has graduated from an accredited undergraduate school (a “School) and who is currently paying back a student or parent loan for his/her/child’s educational expenses for such School (“Entrant”).