Scholarships
Please visit our Northwest High School Seniors website for more scholarship opportunities.
Check with the colleges you are applying to for information about school specific scholarships.
Scholarships that have been added this month will appear in bold.
UT Knoxville Scholarships- Apply for UT Knoxville admissions by the Nov 1, 2023 early action deadline for competitive scholarships including the Chancellor’s scholarship. https://onestop.utk.edu/scholarships/chancellor/ Apply for UT Knoxville admissions by Dec 15 to be eligible for the 1st year student scholarships including the Volunteer Scholarship. http://onestop.utk.edu/scholarships/entering-freshmen/
Air Force ROTC Scholarship- For the U.S. Space Force career track, you have until November 30, 2023, to submit your initial application. For the U.S. Air Force career track, you have until December 31, 2023, to submit your initial application. Amounts of awards vary but may be up to FULL tuition and include a book and tax-free monthly stipend during the academic year. 26 ACT (superscores are NOT accepted), 3.0 GPA. https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships
Ron Brown Scholars- Due Dec 1, 2023. Must be Black/African American, excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities, and demonstrate financial need. $10,000 per year for 4 years. https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description
Boston University Trustee Scholarship- Due Dec, 1, 2023. Covers full tuition and fees for 4 years. https://www.bu.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/first-year-merit/trustee/?j=151414&sfmc_sub=6096590&l=205_HTML&u=4296959&mid=514005790&jb=1011
Barbara Lotze Scholarship- Due Dec 1, 2023. For a future teacher planning to teach high school physics. $3000, renewable for 4 years. http://www.aapt.org/Programs/grants/lotze.cfm
**Scholastic Art and Writing Awards- Due Dec 5, 2023. Awards and scholarships amounts vary, see website for details. Please note: there is a $10-30 entry fee. The fee may be waived if it presents a financial hardship. www.artandwriting.org
Wellroot Family Services- Dec 13, 2023, 3pm Central Time. 58 awards ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 will be given. Must have 2.0 GPA. Based on academics, leadership, participation in school and community activities, work experience, goals and aspirations, and unusual personal or family circumstances. Financial need is not considered. https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/wellrootscholarship/
BBB of Middle TN, Southern KY, Student of Integrity- Dec 13, 2023. Minimum 3.0 GPA, $1,000 scholarships. Based on leadership, community service, personal integrity, and academic history. https://www.bbbintegrityfoundation.org/soi/
Science Ambassador- Due Dec 13, 2023. Full tuition scholarship for a woman or non binary students in STEM. (See website for complete list of 90 majors. This even includes psychology/sociology majors). Create a 3 minute video of yourself explaining a topic in science you are passionate about. http://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/
University of Louisville- Due Dec 15, 2023 for mentored scholarships. Scholarships range from $16,000 to $28,000 per year. A separate application is not required for the admissions based scholarships but IS required for their mentorship scholarships. Montgomery County residents are eligible for the Border Benefit scholarship. https://louisville.edu/admissions/cost-aid/scholarships/out-of-state-scholarships
UT Promise- Due Dec 15, 2023. Available at any UT system college. Must also complete the TN Promise application by Nov 1st. https://tnachieves.org/ut-promise/
Burger King Scholars- Due Dec 15, 2023. Only 50,000 applications will be accepted! Amounts range from $1,000 to $60,000. Based on academic record and school/community activities. https://burgerking.scholarsapply.org/information.php
Scarlett Family Foundation- Due Dec 15, 2023. Local Scholarship!! For students pursuing business, STEM, or healthcare degrees. See the website for a complete list of over 125 eligible majors. Requires a 2.5 GPA and 21 ACT. Awards are renewable for up to 4 years and range from $2,500 to $30,000 per year. Multiple awards are given every year. (Last year 25 students in Montgomery County received this award!) https://www.scarlettfoundation.org/
Equitable Excellence- Dec 18, 2023. Scholarships range from $2,500 to $5,000 (renewable for 3 years). 2.5 GPA required. Up to 200 awards will be given. Based on achievement in schools, community, workplace, and financial need. https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/equitableexcellence/
**TN Concrete Association- Due Dec 22, 2023. Prizes range from $250 to $750 for an essay of 600 or fewer words. Open to students ages 16-18. www.tnconcrete.org
**“No Sweat Scholarship” from Circkled in- Due Dec 31, 2023. $2,500 awarded to one student www.cirkledin.com
Farm Credit Services of Mid America- Due Dec 31, 2023. $1,500 for child or grandchild of member for 2 year, 4 year, vocational, or trade school. Must major in agriculture or agriculture related field. https://www.e-farmcredit.com/scholarships
APSU President’s Emerging Leaders Program- Due Dec 31, 2023. For students planning to attend APSU with at least a 3.6 GPA, 24 ACT, participation in high school and community activities, and evidence of leadership qualities. $3,000 per year. Requires a separate application. www.apsu.edu/pelp/
Sallie Mae- Monthly award, last deadline is Dec 31, 2023 11pm. $2,000 award. https://www.salliemae.com/scholarships/2k-scholarship/
**Taco Bell Live Mas Video Program- Jan 3, 2024. 7pm Central Time. Make a 2 minute video that tells the story of your life’s passion. For students 16-26 years old who will attend, 2 year, 4 year, or trade schools. Approximately 100 prizes from $5,000 to $25,000. www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship
GE Reagan Foundation- Due Jan 4, 2024. $10,000 (with the chance to renew for up to $40,000!) for a student with a 3.0 GPA and financial need who demonstrates leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/
APIASF- Due Jan 9, 2024, 4pm Central Time. For students who are Asian and/or Pacific Islander with at least a 2.7 GPA. Amounts range from $2,500 to $20,000. Some are one time awards and others are renewable. Special focus on students who are low income, first generation college with community service, leadership, and solid academic achievement. http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf.html
Jackie Robinson Foundation- Due Jan 10, 2024, 4pm Central Time. Up to $35,000 (over 4 years) for a minority student with financial need, leadership potential, and dedication to community service. https://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/
**John F. Kennedy, Profile in Courage Essay- Due Jan 12, 2024. Open to grades 9-12. Awards range from $100 to $10,000 for an essay (700-1000 words) on an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1917. https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship – Jan 15, 2024. Awards range from $500 to $5,000. Open to high school seniors who are U. S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government. Awards are for one year. https://www.gwcf.org/scholarship
**For juniors only!! Coolidge Scholarship- Due Jan 18, 2024, 3pm Central time. An annually awarded, full-ride, scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the US. Anyone of any background, pursuing any academic discipline of study, may apply to this need-blind program. https://coolidgescholars.org/
**C-SPAN’s Student Cam- Due Jan 19, 2024. Prizes range from $250 to $5,000. Students in grades 6-12 can create a short (5-6 minute) video documentary on a topic related to the competition theme, "Looking Forward while Considering the Past." 150 student and 50 teacher prizes will be awarded. www.studentcam.org
Flavorful Futures- Due Jan 30, 2024. $5000 award to a senior with a 2.5 GPA. Can be used at vocation/trade schools or 2 or 4-year colleges. https://www.flavorfulfutures.com/
Flavorful Futures Go Green- Due Jan 30, 2024. $5,000 awarded to a senior with a 2.5 GPA who will pursue a degree related to environmental studies. Can be used at vocation/trade schools or 2 or 4-year colleges. https://www.flavorfulfutures.com/
**Princeton Prize in Race Relations- Due Jan 31, 2024. $1000 and an invitation to a Symposium on Race for students in grades 9-12 who have done outstanding work in their school or community to advance race relations. www.princeton.edu/princetonprize
Prestige Photography- Due Jan 31, 2024. Three $1000 awards for telling what your senior pictures mean to you. https://prestigeportraits.com/get-inspired/prestige-college-scholarships/
APSU Departmental/General Scholarships- Due Feb 1, 2024. One application will cover multiple scholarships. You must be admitted to APSU to apply for these. https://apsu.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/CMXAdmin/Cmx_Content.aspx?cpId=1112
**Bulk Office Supply- Feb 1, 2024. $1000 scholarship. Applicant must have an interest in teaching, art, or owning their own business. www.bulkofficesupply.com/scholarships-in-new-york
McDonald’s Hacer Scholarship- Due Feb 5, 2024. Must have a 2.8 GPA and at least one parent of Hispanic heritage. Awards range from $5,000 to $100,000. Based on academics, financial need, community involvement, and personal qualities and strengths. https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html
UT Chattanooga Math Scholarships- Due Feb 15, 2024. For a freshman attending UTC, majoring in math. Amounts range from $1,000 to full tuition, fees, book, room and board. https://www.utc.edu/mathematics/students/awards.php
UT Chattanooga Westbrook Chemistry/Physics Scholarship- Due Feb 16, 2024. (Must apply to UTC by Feb 1). Awarded to up to 7 freshman majoring in Chemistry or Physics. Must have a 3.5 GPA, 26 ACT composite and made an A/B in high school Chemistry or Physics. $14,000 (over 4 years) will be awarded. This renewable award can be combined with other UTC scholarships. https://www.utc.edu/chemistry-physics/scholarships/index.php
Jack Diller Education Award- Due Feb 26, 2024. $2,500 awarded to four students residing within Nashville and Middle Tennessee area. Based on academic achievement, athletic success, and community involvement. https://www.nhl.com/predators/community/foundation/jack-diller-education-award
Terry Crisp Scholarship: Due Feb 26, 2024. $5,000 annual grant to a Middle Tennessee high school senior that will enroll at a public university in Tennessee. Awarded to the student that best possesses the traits that Terry embodied himself: leadership, hard work, passion, perseverance and outstanding character. The student does not need to play a sport for this scholarship. https://www.nhl.com/predators/community/terry-crisp-scholarship
Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (CEMC)- Due Feb 29, 2024. $1000 for a senior who receives electricity from CEMC, has at least a 3.0 GPA and will attend college or trade school in TN (or Murray State or Western KY). Turn completed paper applications in to Ms. Mendoza. Students can also apply online. https://www.cemc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Sr-Scholarship-Application-2024.pdf
TN Housing Association- Due Mar 7, 2024, 4pm (received by deadline). Four $2,000 awards to a student who is connected to the manufactured/modular housing construction industry (lives in a manufactured or modular home or has a family member working in the industry) and pursuing a career in skilled trades and labor fields at a school in TN. See website for a full list of majors. https://tnmha.org/scholarship
Discover Student Loan Sweepstakes- Monthly award, Deadline is the last day of each month. Last deadline is Jan 31, 2024. 12 $5,000 awards given by random drawing. Both parents and students can enter. https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/?acmpgn=E_EAW_CSEM_BM_X_BMHS2
CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarship- monthly award, last award Feb 28, 2024. Students can be entered for monthly $500 scholarships for completing tasks like making a college list, applying to college, completing the FAFSA, and more. Between 100 and 500 scholarships are given every month. https://opportunity.collegeboard.org
**Varsity Tutors – monthly contest. $200 is given every month for your essay response to a prompt. www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
**Courage to Grow Scholarship- monthly award. $500 open to US citizens who are juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. https://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
**Juniors are eligible to apply too!