1. Scholarship applicants must be residents of the City of Hartford, CT, and are pursuing a college major in music. 

2. The top three (3) applicants will be invited for a personal interview with funder.  

3. 2026 Scholarship Award is $500. 

4. Incorrect, incomplete or unsigned applications will not be considered. Please proofread your application before submitting. 

5. The application can be completed by printing and handwriting your information or typing directly on the application using Adobe Acrobat software that can be downloaded for free from the Adobe website.  

6. Essays must be typed (see essay instructions). Electronically completed applications can then either be printed, signed, and mailed, or signed electronically by placing scanned signatures where appropriate, then attaching to an email. 

7. Applications must be received by April 20, 2026. 

Click here for application. 

The Luke Roux Foundation awards a $1,500 Impaired Driving Prevention PSA Scholarship to a Connecticut high school senior who creates a powerful public service announcement (PSA) encouraging young adults to make safe, responsible choices and never drive while impaired. This scholarship honors the life of Luke Roux and supports the Foundation’s mission to prevent impaired driving through education, awareness, and advocacy. Click here for more details and to apply. 

Application Deadline: April 15, 2026, Recipient Announced: May 15, 2026

The scholarship awards are open to applicants who are high school graduating seniors who plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college and pursue a career in park management, forestry, horticulture, agronomy, or a closely related field.

Click to apply.

The Graham Foundation, Inc. administers a scholarship fund established by the late Arline Graham Wadsworth who resided in Farmington and Unionville. Mrs. Wadsworth  established the fund in memory of her family members who were active in the Unionville  community. Her family’s principal enterprise was The Upson Nut Company, which has been absorbed into the Republic Steel Company of Cleveland, Ohio. Mrs. Wadsworth  created this fund for the purpose of supporting Farmington youth who wish to attend  college and have a financial need.  

The purpose of this scholarship fund is to provide financial assistance to graduates of Farmington High School, who are or were residents of the Town of Farmington at the time of graduation from Farmington High School, in furthering their education. Click here to access the application. 

The Student-View Scholarship is a unique opportunity for high school seniors. It is open to all students regardless of academic achievement or financial need. Click here to apply.

With our main objective being ACHIEVEMENT, we are proud to offer scholarships to eligible male graduating students in the Hartford region. Applications are due by April 24, 2026.

The Hartford (CT) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is excited to announce the availability of scholarships for graduating male students attending school within the Hartford region. Applicants must be enrolled in a college/university or trade school beginning in Fall 2026. This scholarship is a one-time award for the freshman year.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Male graduating students from schools within the Hartford region.

• Enrollment in a college, university, or trade school for Fall 2026.

• The scholarship is a one-time award for the freshman year.

Application Process: To ensure a successful submission:

• It is highly recommended that 1-2 adults review your application before submission.

• Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

• The scholarships are highly competitive and will be awarded based on a detailed scoring metric.

If selected as a finalist, you will be notified by a committee member who will provide further instructions for accepting the award. The Awards Program will be held on Saturday June 27th, 2026 at the Annual Boys II Men Brunch — Celebrating Greater Hartford’s Young Men. Attendance is required. Additionally, evidence of enrollment for Fall 2026 (college/university or trade school) must be submitted prior to attending the event, along with any additional information requested.

Link to application. 

Multiple John M. Bailey Memorial Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors and/or college students who will be attending a college or university in the next academic year.  In order to be eligible the student must intend to pursue a career in criminal justice or be the son/daughter or grandson/granddaughter of someone who has served in law enforcement.  Applications due no later than April 24, 2026. Click here to apply.

Multiple John M. Bailey Memorial Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors and/or college students who will be attending a college or university in the next academic year.  In order to be eligible the student must intend to pursue a career in criminal justice or be the son/daughter or grandson/granddaughter of someone who has served in law enforcement.  Applications due no later than April 24, 2026. Click here to apply. 

This scholarship is open to seniors graduating this year who have been accepted in a degree or certificate program in art at an institution of higher education. Click here for the application. 

The Avon Chapter of UNICO offers a local scholarship for students who are residents of Avon, Canton, Farmington, or Simsbury, Connecticut. Avon UNICO local scholarship application.   UNICO National offers several scholarships, click here for more information.

Click here to read more about this opportunity.

Scholarships are offered annually to Farmington Valley (Unionville, Farmington, Collinsville, Avon, and Burlington) residents (and descendants of Dr. Dunne) aspiring to work in the broad field of medical science who are about to enter their studies or are already in the process of working toward their degree. This includes nursing, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, dentistry, medicine, radiological studies, and others.  Click here for more information and to apply.

This scholarship is open to young women in grade 12 who have proven leadership experience and a GPA of 3.0 or higher.  Click here for more information.  Click here to apply.  

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Parents 2024 Adjusted Household Income must not have exceeded $125,000. The scholarship provides $2,000 to help pay for essential items to attend college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. 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. Hagan Scholars have attended 769 colleges and universities located in 50 states and the District of Columbia, and have studied abroad in 64 countries.

The Hagan Graduate Scholarships are for Hagan Scholars who have graduated college while in the Hagan Scholarship Program and are good for up to four additional semesters in college, providing up to $7,500 each semester to attend graduate school or the first two years of a professional program.

The Hagan International Graduate Scholarships are similar to the Hagan Graduate Scholarships. International applicants must have graduated or will graduate from a foreign institution, and must have received an acceptance letter for enrollment for the upcoming fall semester as a first-time graduate student at a college or university located in the U.S. Click here to access the scholarship application.

The Dare Greatly Foundation is inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s “Man in the Arena” speech and the legacy of SSgt. Tanner Romanos, who lived a life of selfless service to others. Click here to apply. 

The Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity is accepting applications from high school and college students who are innovative and creative problem solvers. Are you a student who has found a distinctive solution to a problem faced by your family, school, community, or the world?  Have you solved an artistic, scientific, or technical problem in a new or unusual way? 

The Milton Fisher Scholarship is a FOUR-YEAR SCHOLARSHIP for up to $20,000 (up to $5,000 per year for four years).  It is open to HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS and COLLEGE FRESHMEN in Connecticut and the New York Metropolitan area, as well as students from outside the region going to college in Connecticut or the New York City area.  In 2025, eight scholarships were awarded.

More information and the online application can be found on the website. Applicants must complete the online application on or before May 15, 2026. 

Paper copies of the scholarship application are available in the counseling office.  Applicants must complete the application on or before May 15, 2026. 

The Horatio Alger Association’s Career & Technical Scholarship is designed for individuals who have faced and overcome significant adversity and are working toward a career or technical education certificate or degree. This need-based award recognizes those who demonstrate integrity, perseverance, and a strong commitment to building a successful future through career-focused training.

Eligible individuals with financial need who are enrolled, or plan to enroll, in a career or technical program at a not-for-profit institution should consider applying. Each year, the Association awards scholarships of up to $2,500 to support tuition, tools, supplies, and other program-related expenses.

Learn more by clicking here.

A scholarship in the memory of Hartford Jazz Legend Don DePalma that contributes to the future of Jazz both in New England and around the world. 

Scholarship Requirements: Preference will be given to those pursuing a focus in jazz. The recipients must:

1. Be from Hartford county (Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol, Burlington, Canton, East Granby, East Hartford, East Windsor, Enfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Granby, Hartford, Hartland, Manchester, Marlborough, New Britain, Newington, Plainville, Rocky Hill, Simsbury, South Windsor, Southington, Suffield, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor, Windsor Locks)

2. Major in instrumental music including: music performance, music education, music theory, music therapy

3. Complete the Scholarship Application Form

4. Submit a recent audition video recording uploaded to YouTube

5. Write or record yourself talking about how someone like Donald DePalma influenced your decision to pursue a degree in music

Submissions will be accepted from March 1st through May 25th .The scholarships will be granted in July. For questions or to email submissions: TheDePalmaRoyscholarship@gmail.com

*Grants subject to availability of funding. Preference given for original material per copywriter agreement. 

Click here to learn more and to apply. 

The Luke Roux Foundation Impaired Driving Prevention PSA Scholarship awards $1,500 to a student who creates a short public service announcement (PSA) focused on preventing impaired driving among teens and young adults. The scholarship encourages students to use creativity and peer-to-peer messaging to promote safer decision-making.

This opportunity is open to current Connecticut high school seniors planning to attend a college or trade school during the 2026–2027 academic year. The application deadline is April 15, 2026, and the recipient will be announced on May 16, 2026.

Click here for the detailed scholarship description, including eligibility requirements and submission guidelines. We would appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with eligible students through your counseling office or student communication channels. This information can also be found at www.lukeroux.com/psa-scholarship

Click to apply. 

This scholarship was created in loving memory of Sarah Longo a talented stylist, mentor, and friend whose passion for education, kindness, and creativity left a lasting impact on the beauty industry. The Sarah Longo Future Artist Scholarship supports aspiring beauty professionals with tuition assistance or essential tools.

Eligibility:

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in or accepted to an accredited cosmetology school

• Show a strong passion for the beauty industry

• Exhibit values aligned with Sarah’s legacy: kindness, dedication, creativity, and

Compassion

Scholarship Details

Award Amount: $2,500

Use of Funds: Cosmetology school tuition or professional tools

Number of Recipients: Four in 202

The Scholastic Awards are presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering creative teens and celebrating youth voices. To learn more, visit artandwriting.org.