OCTOBER

Questbridge National College Match DUE  October 1, 2026. Through the National College Match, high-achieving high school seniors from low-income backgrounds can apply for early admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the nation’s best colleges. We review all applications holistically, and there are no absolute criteria or cut-offs for GPA, standardized test scores, income, or other factors. Take this chance to dream big.

Did you know?

Over 17,000 high school seniors have received full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.

• Eligibility

• Academic achievement

• Financial qualifications

• Personal qualities

QuestBridge is looking for high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds. The National College Match is for students planning to attend college in the fall after their senior year. It is open to any high school senior currently attending high school in the U.S. and U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents living abroad. International students living outside the U.S. are not eligible. Learn more about eligibility and selection criteria →

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Be Bold Scholarship Deadline: October 1, 2026-Amount of scholarship $25,000

The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.

To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:

• Earnest

• Determined

• Moving

The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.

Furthermore, the scholarship will be unique in that it will favor students who apply earlier-who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.

How to Apply:

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RHODES Scholarships Deadline: October 7, 2026 

Amount of scholarship $50,000

District receptions and interviews are now held annually on the second weekend of November (Friday and Saturday). District Secretaries will notify candidates regarding interview status at differing intervals, but in all cases no later than two weeks prior to the interviews. Election announcements are made at the conclusion of the Saturday interviews.

INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

This document is a guide to the application and selection process for the Rhodes Scholarship. Please read this carefully to make sure that you are applying to the right constituency and meet all of the eligibility criteria. You will also find important information about how to apply and what you will need to submit an application.

If you have strong and demonstrable connections to two or more Rhodes Constituencies but do not meet all of the eligibility criteria for any of them, you may be eligible to apply for interjurisdictional consideration. Please visit the ‘Applying for Inter-Jurisdictional Consideration’ page for more details about this as you will need to follow a slightly different process. Please note that while some eligibility criteria are waived for inter-jurisdictional candidates, this does not include the age or academic achievement criteria.

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Byte into STEM Scholarship Deadline: October 7, 2026-Amount of scholarship-$2,500

Financial barriers stand between many students and their dreams, presenting an obstacle that students with family resources don’t have to worry about.

There will be three winners selected for this scholarship, each receiving a different award. First, the Gigabyte Award ($2,500) is for a student with major tuition expenses pursuing a STEM degree at a college, university, or high-cost boot camp. Next, the Megabyte Award ($1,250) is for learners pursuing STEM through non-traditional education, such as lower-cost boot camps, online certifications, or continuing education courses for professionals. Finally, the Kilobyte Award ($500) is a small but mighty boost for strong applicants who were not selected for the main awards but still show promise in STEM.

To apply, tell us about yourself, including what experiences shaped you, what drives your passion for your field, and when you have shown leadership or service. Additionally, tell us how the program you’re pursuing will help you achieve your goals and how you will use your education to make a difference. Uploading a resume and/or a letter of recommendation is optional, but encouraged.

How to Apply:

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Niche No Essay Scholarship

Deadline: October 15, 2026- Amount of scholarship varies

Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $40,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!

High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions® partner colleges.

Apply for our $40,000 No Essay Scholarship below and focus on your education, not your finances. The winner will be selected by random drawing by November 15th. Good luck!

Click link to apply: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/40k-no-essay-scholarship-202510/?utm_source=accessscholarships&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=acessscholarships_40k_202510

Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship Deadline: October 20, 2026-Amount of scholarship $10,000

Since 2007, the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship has honored 91 national scholars and 252 Emerging Leaders, awarding more than $1.2 million in youth scholarships and grants. Students are honored for making a significant impact against hunger by raising awareness and mobilizing solutions to eliminate childhood hunger. The scholarship is named for the Foundation’s founder and former president, who himself was an unstoppable champion in the fight to end hunger.  The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship recognizes students, ages 5 to 25, who are tackling hunger in their communities. Applicants should demonstrate creativity, leadership and impact in fighting food insecurity. National scholars receive a $10,000 academic scholarship and a $5,000 grant for their hunger-relief charity. They also attend the Sodexo Charity Classic, where they have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders who support the Stop Hunger mission. The annual application period runs from September 5 to November 5. Each year, National Stephen J. Brady Scholarship winners are recognized at the Foundation’s annual fundraising event, the Sodexo Charity Classic Presented by PepsiCo. By submitting an application, the applicant indicates that he/she understands and accepts the terms for the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships. For additional information regarding the scholarship program contact Stop Hunger’s partner, International Scholarship and Tuition Services (ISTS), by visiting https://istsprogramsupport.com/. 

How to Apply:

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The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award (DUE October 27, 2026) honors 9th - 12th grade students in the AiC Community for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, persistence, and future plans. Since 2007, more than 25,000 students have received an AiC Award.

The multi-tiered award structure includes Winner, Honorable Mention, and Rising Star designations at National and Regional Affiliate levels, serving all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, all U.S. overseas military bases, and Canada. Regional Affiliate Award programs are hosted in 79 locations nationwide.

The NCWIT AiC High School Award is sponsored by Apple, Bank of America, Jane Street, and Microsoft.

Applications are OPEN through October 27, 2026! ​

https://www.aspirations.org/award-programs/aic-high-school-award

Lindsey Vonn Foundation Scholarship Deadline: October 31, 2026- Amount of scholarship varies

Our Fall 2025 Scholarship season starts NOW! Finances should never be an obstacle for girls wanting to follow their passions, 

and LVF is here to help them overcome these difficulties with scholarships amounting up to $5,000.

To apply:

• You will need to create a free Submittable account or sign in with Google or Facebook credentials to apply.

• You can save a draft of your work if you would like to finish filling out the form at a later date.

• If anything changes with the information you submitted, please request to edit the submission

• Our platform works best on Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported. Please make sure you are using a supported browser.

APPLY BELOW

https://www.lindseyvonnfoundation.org/scholarships

DUE :October 31-2026

At mikeroweWORKS, we know the real world doesn’t run on a once-a-year deadline. Training programs start and bills show up year-round. As a result, we've decided to expand our application window and give more hardworking men and women the chance to apply when they’re ready and when funding matters most.

If you’re pursuing training in the skilled trades–welding, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, construction, or dozens of other in-demand careers–we want to help you get the training you need without taking on a mountain of debt.

Every year, we award millions of dollars in scholarships to individuals who are ready to learn a skill that’s in demand, earn a good living, and keep the country moving. It’s not about chasing your passion. It’s about bringing it with you.

 This year, applicants can apply for a scholarship any time between February 23, 2026 until October 31, 2026. 

CLICKE HERE TO APPLY 

VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Competion Scholarship DUE October 31, 2026

The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you. 

APPLY BELOW

https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships