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Opportunity Available!
Opportunity Available!
for junior and senior high school students across the state of Idaho. The United States Youth Senate Program (USSYP) is a prestigious initiative that empowers young leaders to become active, informed, and engaged citizens. Selected students will not only receive a $10,000 scholarship for undergraduate studies, but will also earn the extraordinary opportunity to represent Idaho as one of two student delegates in Washington, D.C. This all-expenses-paid trip offers firsthand insight into the workings of our national government, including meetings with Senators, cabinet members, and a Supreme Court Justice. Further details can be found here: United States Senate Youth Program – Education • Leadership • Public Service (ussenateyouth.org)
Eligibility:
This scholarship is open to students in their junior or senior year currently enrolled in Idaho school and who demonstrate leadership qualities and are actively involved in their school community. The application closes on October 10, 2025.
Application and Selection Process:
Interested students must submit a comprehensive application, which includes essays and letters of recommendation. More details and the application form can be found here: Social Studies /Content and Curriculum / SDE (idaho.gov)
LOCAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Due: February 26th, 2026
Caldwell Foundation For Education Opportunity- CFEO
Various Amounts
Website with over 35 local Scholarships offered only to Caldwell School Students
Go to www.CFEO.org and select the "Students" tab on the left to begin the process of registering. It will take at least 15 - 30 minutes to complete and you will need an email address and your Caldwell Student ID number. You have to apply for each Scholarship individually so choose wisely to maximize your efforts.
Will Open March 1st, 2026
The Lightfoot Foundation Scholarship Program
$1000 +
Seniors: The Foundation supports students in the Treasure Valley who wish to further their education. Application require recommendations, transcripts, and tax forms to be submitted. Will only review the first 500 applicants. So apply early!
Due: March 31st, 2026
$1000(14)
-GPA 2.0 minimum
-Financial Need
-Demonstrate community involvement, improved academics
-Desire in automotive, agricultural, technical, mechanical, or related field
-reside in Southwest Idaho/Eastern Oregon
Due: April 4th, 2026
$1,000 (5)
GPA 2.5 or better, letter of references, and fill out an application and official transcript and mail to:
Caldwell Lions Club Attn: Jim Watkins P.O. Box 236 Caldwell, ID 83606
Due: April 4th, 2026
Caldwell Rotary Club Academic Scholarship
$1,500
1. Be a resident of Idaho.
2. Be a graduating senior of a Canyon/Owyhee County high school including homeschool
programs.
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
4. Demonstrate a commitment to community service.
5. Accepted as a full-time student in any post-secondary education institution.
6. Attend the first semester of college following high school graduation.
Due: April 4th, 2026
Caldwell Rotary Club -Technical/Trade/Vocational Scholarship
$1,500
1. Be a resident of Idaho.
2. Have demonstrated commitment to community service.
3. Applicant must have a Canyon/Owyhee County high school or homeschool diploma or
Graduate Equivalent Degree (GED) without a bachelor’s or advanced degree.
4. Be accepted and enrolled as a full-time student in a technical, vocational, or trade school.
Due: April 4th, 2026
P.E.O Scholarship - Chapter AU
$1,000
Available to Young women who plan to attend a 4 year College/University. Determination based on strong GPA, community involvement, financial need, and educational goals.
Need: 2 Letters of Recommendation and transcript. Click on application link for more info.
Applications submitted to: Carol Ozuna
1020 Teton Avenue
Caldwell, ID 83605
Due: April 1st, 2026
$1000
Available to female high school students going to college/university. One page personal essay, 1 letter of recommendation, and transcript.
Must be mailed to Estella Zamora
17596 Upper Pleasant Ridge Road, Caldwell, Idaho, 83607
Due date varies
Community Council of Idaho - Hispanic Scholarship
$1,000
Criteria: Be resident of Idaho, GPA 2.5 or higher, attending Post-Secondary education, be of Hispanic origin, demonstrate financial need.
Due: March 10th, 2026
YMCA Civic Engagement Scholarship
Amount Varies
Please submit the complete application to Mrs. Beaudoin by March 10th to be considered. This award is not based on athletic or academic achievement. The amount of the award is based on merit and influenced by need. The primary criteria for determining the award is the student’s demonstrated commitment to working within our communities to bring about a positive change. This commitment can take the form of individual volunteerism, electoral participation and issue advocacy, a combination of these, or engagement in other ways. Volunteering for a single organization or service in order to receive school credit or fulfill a different requirement is generally not enough to win this award.
While all seniors of public, private, charter or parochial high schools in the areas served by the Boise, West Ada, Caldwell, Vallivue, and Nampa School Districts are eligible, there is a limit of one applicant per school accepted. The signature of a counselor is required.
Due: January 27th, 2026
$10,000 (renewable)
Please submit the complete application to the Mrs. Beaudoin by January 27th, 2025 to be considered. The purpose of this scholarship is to allow a student who otherwise would not be able to access higher education to attend school and focus on their studies full-time. This award is for graduating high school seniors who have a significant financial need, who demonstrate a strong capacity for achieving their academic goals, and who embody the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Applicants must attend either a public, private, charter or parochial high school in the areas served by the Boise, West Ada, Caldwell, Vallivue, and Nampa School Districts. There is a limit of one applicant per school accepted. The signature of a counselor is required.
Due: June 30, 2026
Elk Mountain Tents Outdoors Enthusiast Scholarship
$500
Applicants must be registered to attend college, University or Tech School for the fall term. GPA 2.5 or higher, share a love for the great outdoors.
IDAHO/TREASURE VALLEY SCHOLARSHIPS
Due: March 1,2026
up to $3,500
Must have a 2.7 GPA or higher, be an Idaho resident, complete your FAFSA, and attend an Idaho College.
Due: March 31st. 2026
Idaho Latino Scholarship Foundation
$1,000-$5,000
Student of Hispanic descent who lives in Idaho and 2.5 GPA or higher. For more info or questions email: info@idaholsf.com ILSF Flyer
Due Date Varies
Award Amount Varies
ICF manages over 60 different scholarship funds - each customized according to the desires of the fund creator. Each has it's own eligibility criteria, application requirements, and review process. Many have their own applications, and eligibility requirements.
Dates Vary starting Fall 20-21
Varies
There are over 14 pages of scholarships the Idaho State Board of Education gathered together in one place.
Due: March 1, 2026
Idaho Power - Academic Excellence Scholarship
$2,000(15)
Seniors; 3.75 GPA; Must plan to attend an Idaho or Oregon College, University, or vocational-technical school. If you have any questions about the scholarship or the application process, feel free to send an email to IdahoPowerScholarships@idahopower.com Click here for Application
Due: March 1st, 2026
Idaho Power’s Douglas E. Sprenger, Kevin M. Whittier and Larry R. Wimer Memorial Scholarship Fund
$1000 (2)
For students planning to enroll in engineering or natural resources programs at an accredited college, university or vocational-technical school in Idaho. These awards are granted on a one-time basis and are not renewable. Application requirements are included in the application form.
Due: March 1st, 2026
Idaho Power Technical Scholarship
$2,000 (2)
Two $2,000 scholarships are available for students planning to enroll in an accredited Idaho technical school program. Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 GPA or a GED certificate. The submission deadline is March 1, 2024, and application requirements are included in the application form. HERE
Due: March 31st, 2026
Auto Ranch Foundation
$1,000 (14)
2.0 GPA, demonstrate community involvement, desired major in automotive, agricultural, technical, mechanical, or related field. Financial need and reside in a designated rural community in Southwest Idaho or Eastern Oregon.
Due: March 11th, 2026
Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship-Idaho
$4000(1)
$1000(3)
For Treasure Valley student's 16-18 years old enrolled in high school during 2020-2021 school year. Express "What drives you?" in 500 words or less. More eligibility requirements JLUBE
Students can apply NOW directly online at:
https://yourturn2apply.com/boise.htm
Due Date: TBA
WestMark Idaho Credit Union Scholarship
(15) $2,500
Applicant must be a member of Westmark Credit Union, Plan to attend a college or university, GPA 3.50 You can apply online https://www.westmark.org/scholarship-application.shtml or coming to counseling office for Application form.
OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
Due Date: Varies
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Reduced tuition
AZ,CO,HI,ID,MT,NV,NM,NO,OR,SD,UT,WA and WY.
Apply for admission and WUE tuition status directly to the college of your choice. Mark prominently on the college's application form that you seek admission as a WUE student.
Due Date Varies
SAE Scholarships for Engineering
$1,000 - $5,000
For students going to College to be an Engineer.
Award Amount Varies
$150,000 - ROTC pays everything but room & board
Juniors & Seniors - Do you have at least a 3.0 GPA, are you involved in athletics or student government? Now is the time to start your ROTC application. Be sure to consider this option before you join the military. Contact the military recruiter.
January 27th, 2026
up to $20,000
Participant of Upward Bound program, GPA 2.4, prove financial need.
Due Date: Varies
$500- $5,000
Must be of Hispanic Heritage, 3.0 GPA and higher, Plan to enroll Full-time 4-year university, U.S. Citizen, Complete FAFSA
Idaho Colleges and University Scholarship Pages
Next Steps Idaho Scholarships Resources
https://careerinfo.nextsteps.idaho.gov/resource-category/financial-you/scholarship-opportunities/
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