SEPTEMBER DEADLINES:
Gates Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept 15
Last dollar scholarship that can cover full cost of attendance. For low income students from at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American. Must have at least 3.3 GPA to be eligible. https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
"Owl" Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept 29
The ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship awards $1,000 each to 4 students every month, with bonus winners in November and December, totaling $50,000 annually. It's open to U.S. residents aged 16 or older. No essay is required.
“Because College is Expensive” Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept 30
Fill out a simple application to enter to be awarded a $500 scholarship. All students are eligible. There are four deadlines each year: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31. One winner will be chosen by the 15th of the month following each deadline date. https://cedaredlending.com/scholarship/
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
Deadline to apply: Sept 30
Offers a $20,000 college scholarship to 150 outstanding high school seniors each year—awarded to students recognized for leadership, service, and positive community impact. No essays, transcripts, or recommendations required for the initial stage. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens (or equivalent), enrolled in high school (or home‐schooled) in the U.S., on track to graduate in 2025‐2026, planning to attend college, and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
Shout it out $1,500 Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept. 30
Any student is eligible. To apply submit a 250 words or less answer to the question: "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?" Winner will be notified by email or phone on or around December 31st. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship
Niche $25,00 Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept 30
One person awarded $25,000 to help pay for tuition, living expenses, books, and other educational expenses. All students are eligible to apply. The winner is chosen by a random drawing. Super easy to apply! No essay needed. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/25490/niche-25000-scholarshiphttps://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
"Too Cool to Pay for School" Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Sept 30
Four applicants chosen at random will be awarded $1,000 to use towards education-related expenses such as tuition, textbooks, housing, technology, and other fees. Any senior can apply quarterly in September, December, March, and June. Applying is super easy! https://accessscholarships.com/1k-too-cool-to-pay-for-school/
OCTOBER DEADLINES:
Daniel's Fund Scholarship
Deadline to apply: Oct 15
Up to full tuition 4-year academic award. Available to students in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Scholars receive up to a full cost of attendance scholarship and can attend the college or university of their choice throughout the country. To be eligible students must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and have gotten at least an 18 in each category of the ACT. https://danielsfund.org/Scholarships/Daniels-Scholarship-Program/Overview
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships
Deadline to apply to apply: October 20
5 Awards for $10,000. Must be enrolled in high school, undergraduate, or graduate program in the US. Have demonstrated an ongoing comitment to their community by performing unpaid volunteer services https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8850/stephen-j-brady-stop-hunger-scholarships
National Space Club Scholarship
Deadline to apply: October 30
1 Award for $50,000. Must be a senior in high school and have the intention of pursuing a career in the STEM fields. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12191/national-space-club-scholarship
November Deadlines:
Young Women in STEM Scholarship $5,000 - 3 Awards
Apply by November 1
Must be a female high school senior or undergraduate that is from a low-income household, and be planning to pursue a degree in one of the STEM fields. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/22942/young-women-in-stem-scholarship
December Deadlines:
Military Child of the Year Award - $10,000 - 7 Awards
Apply by December 1
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must be a legal military dependent. Status confirmed by DEERS enrollment form. Must be between the ages of 13 and 18 at the time of application https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/31441/military-child-of-the-year-award
SMART Scholarships - $38,000 - 10 Award
Apply by December 1
To be eligible, student must be currently pursing, or intent to pursue a degree in a STEM discipline. Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA on the 4.0 scale. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9459/smart-scholarships
Ray Stoesser Memorial Scholarship - $5,000 - 1 Award
Apply by December 4
Must plan to pursue a career in an agriculture-related field, and be a resident in any of the 50 US states. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/31398/ray-stoesser-memorial-scholarship
Referee and Umpire Leadership Scholarship- $2,500 - 1 Award
Apply by December 15
Must be enrolled in highschool, college, trade school, university, or graduate school. Must be in good academic standing. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/34632/referee-and-umpire-leadership-scholarship
JSHS Scholarships - $12,000 165 Awards
Apply by December 31
Be enrolled in grades 9-12, attending highschool in the US, and be a US or legal permanent resident. https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9427/jshs-scholarships
AFSCME Family Scholarship - $8,000 – 10 Awards
December 31
Be graduating high school senior whose parent, legal guardian, or financially responsible gradnparent is a full dues paying AFSCME member. Be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited two-year or four-year institution by the Fall of 20207
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/34416/afscme-family-scholarship
Thiel High School Fellowship - $250,000 - 30 Awards
December 31
Must be under the age of 22 and interested in designing and building things.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14065/thiel-fellowship
William B. Ruggles Journalism Scholarship - $2,000 - 1 Award
December 31
Must be planning to attend a United States institution of higher learning and have demonstrated journalistic skills. Submit a completed application along with original 500–700-word essay.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/31805/william-b-ruggles-journalism-scholarship
William B. Ruggles Journalism Scholarship - $2,000 - 1 Award
December 31
Must be planning to attend a United States institution of higher learning and have demonstrated journalistic skills. Submit a completed application along with original 500–700-word essay.
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/31805/william-b-ruggles-journalism-scholarship
March Deadlines:
Utah State Chapter PEO Scholarships- Amounts Vary and Multiple Awards
Applications due starting March 1st
Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.) offers lots of scholarships for Utah women. Please see their Utah Projects Page to see all scholarships, deadlines, and application details.
https://www.peoutah.org/utah-projects
What Drives You? Jiffy Lube Scholarship- $1,500 - 4 Awards
March 8th
Write a 500 word essay answering the question "What Drives You?"
https://yourturn2apply.com/students/apply/utah
Hogans Construction Scholarship - $1,000 - 2 Awards
March 28th
Be a high school senior and seeking a trade or two-year associates degree in a construction field.
Energy Pathways Scholarship $3,000 - Multiple Awards
March 20th
Be a high school senior and seeking a degree in STEM at any Utah college, university, or school
https://energy.utah.gov/homepage/education/scholarship/
Italian-American Civic League (IACL) Scholarship
March 31st
Be a high school senior of Italian decent.
https://www.italianamericancivicleague.com/scholarships
April Deadlines:
State Bank Scholarships - $500 - Multiple Awards
April 1
Scholarship can be used towards college, university, cosmetology, or esthetician school. Fill out online application. Must be a high school senior.
https://www.sbsu.com/scholarships
Payton Higgins Memorial "Love of the Game" Scholarship - between $500- $1,000
April 23rd
Must be a graduate at Canyon View, Milford, Parowan, or Cedar High School. Fill out google form.
The Dot Fund Scholarship- One $1,000 and Two $5000 Scholarships
April 23rd
Open to CVHS seniors who demonstrate leadership, service, determination, and integrity through meaningful community involvement. Submit a 1-2 page essay describing your service and the impact it has had on your community.