Scholarships & Financial Aid

Additional Scholarships (by month due)

(Note: These dates are subject to change from one year to the next. Please verify each deadline.) 

January

• Reagan Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: January 5 - Information and Application
  The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers $40,000 college scholarships for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship.

• Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Award - Deadline: January 5 - Information and Application
  Seeking teen leaders who show significant initiative and leadership in creating and leading a new initiative — or have considerably deepened or expanded an existing project — that embodies the values of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world.

• St. David's Neal Kocurek Scholarship - Deadline: January 6 - Information and Application

  • We encourage all students who are interested healthcare careers to apply. Scholarship applicants will be evaluated on the basis of academic merit as well as financial need.

• Ron Brown Scholarship Program - Deadline: January 9 - Information and Application
  The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans.

• Profiles in Courage Award - Deadline: January 13 - Information and Application
  The Profile in Courage Essay Contest challenges students to write an original and creative essay that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage.

• DECA Student Scholarships - Deadline: January 13 - Information and Application
  DECA’s scholarship program provides over $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college DECA members at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) each year. Many corporate partners of DECA provide scholarships through the DECA scholarship program. DECA Inc. administers the program based on guidelines set by the donor. DECA scholarships are strictly merit-based.

• Dr. Meme Heineman Scholarship - Deadline: January 14 - Information and Application
  In memory of Dr. Meme Heineman, a driving force in the positive behavior support movement and leader in the field, this scholarship seeks to support students pursuing a degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis.

• Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: January 15 - Information and Application
  The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards for students completing twelfth grade (or final high school year) in 2023 who are planning careers in government service.

• Amazon Future Engineers Scholarship - Deadline: January 25 - Information and Application
  The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship provides $40,000 awards to those pursuing higher education in computer science, along with a paid summer internship as a programmer at Amazon

• Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Program - Deadline: January 26 - Information and Application
  Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of APIA students by providing them with resources that increase their access to higher education which serves as the foundation for their future success and contributions to a more vibrant America.
  
  

• HEB Sports in Action Scholarship - Deadline January 28 - Information and Application
  Awarded to high school seniors who participated in UIL competitions in athletics, music or academics.
  
  

• Baylor University's Carr P. Collings Scholarship - due January 31 - Information and Application
  For students admitted to Baylor University who have demonstrated leadership through service.
  
  

• Texas Student Housing Scholarship - Deadline: January 31 - Information and Application
  Available for students who will be attending a college in College Station, TX or Denton, TX and will be living OFF CAMPUS

• Addair Law Public Spirit Scholarship - Deadline: January 31 - Information and Application
  For this scholarship, we are looking to hear from students who have an interest in public welfare and improving their community. We are asking applicants to discuss their involvement in their community, any organizations they are involved in, and the academic value they have learned and/or gained from giving back to others. Some examples of civic involvement include, but are not limited to, voting, volunteering at a local or nonprofit organization, coaching for a community sports league, tutoring, or fundraising for a charity.
  
  

• ULTATEL Scholarship Grant - Deadline: January 31 - Information and Application
  As a leading provider of VoIP solutions for businesses of any size, ULTATEL is looking for fresh ideas on business and communication from forward-thinking individuals like yourself. In return, we grant you with a scholarship award that will help further your education or career!

• Jet Future Business Leaders Scholarship - Deadline: January 31 - Information and Application
  Jet Insurance Company invests in the future business leaders of America. This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.

• Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship - Deadline: January 31, 2023 - Information and Application 

The Roofing Alliance Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarship Program offers three scholarship opportunities. All categories are open to employees of roofing industry companies, their spouses and their dependent children, as well as construction management students enrolled in undergraduate level or students enrolled in CTE programs or schools (regardless of industry affiliation). 

• Union Plus Scholarship - Deadline: January 31, 2023 - Information and Application 

The Union Plus Scholarship awards are presented annually to union members or members of their families who want to begin or continue their post-secondary 

February

• The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: February 1 -  Information and Application
  The JRF Scholarship program addresses the financial needs of college students and provides extensive, hands-on mentoring and support services. Once chosen from a national, selective application process, JRF Scholars receive a generous four-year grant to attend the undergraduate school of their choice and enroll in JRF's celebrated "42 Strategies for Success Curriculum." This four-year program guides JRF Scholars to effectively navigate their college environments, explore career options, develop leadership skills, and embrace a commitment to service. The program also promotes the values and character traits embodied in the heroic life of Jackie Robinson, encouraging JRF Scholars to positively impact the lives of others.

• Texas Society of Professional Engineers Scholarship - Deadline: February 1 - Information and Application
  The Travis Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) will award 2 scholarships to students studying to become engineers in an engineering program at an ABET-accredited (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) college or university.

• Society of Manufacturing Engineers Scholarship - Deadline: February 1 - Information and Application
  SME Education Foundation scholarships are funded by SME, by generous individuals, and by philanthropic organizations that share our goal of inspiring, preparing and supporting the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent.

• Morton Gould Young Composers Award - Deadline: February 1 - Information and Application
  The Awards honor the late Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and The ASCAP Foundation’s former president Morton Gould’s lifelong commitment to encouraging young creators.  Open to composers of original, concert music (“classical”), the Awards encourage developing music creators during the earliest stages of their careers.

• McDonald's Hispanic American Commitment to Education Resources Scholarship - Deadline: February 7 - Information and Application
  Your generation is making the world a better place, and McDonald’s® wants Hispanic students to be front and center in that transformation. That’s why we’re giving you and your community more opportunities to make a difference.

• Elks National Foundation Legacy Award - Deadline: February 7 - Information and Application
  Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members.

• A+FCU Scholarship - Deadline: February 3 - Information and Application
  In 2022, we’re awarding sixty $2,000 scholarships to students who are current A+FCU members or the child of a member. Eligible applicants must also attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university and be: 

• Graduating high school seniors pursuing a major in education or other fields OR

• College students pursuing an education degree who have been admitted to the College of Education and have a minimum of 60 collegiate hours OR

• Teachers pursuing a graduate degree

• Fort Hood Military Family Scholarship - Deadline: February 15 - Information and Application
  The Fort Hood Military Family Member Scholarship Fund is an independent organization developed for the purpose of providing scholarships for deserving, eligible U.S. military family members. A special selection committee will score applications based on the student’s academic record, school and community activities, essay, and recommendations. Financial need is not considered.

• Linda S. Montross New Latin Educators Scholarship - Deadline: February 15 - Informatiion and Application
  The National Latin Exam is excited to continue its New Latin Educators Scholarship. In keeping with the spirit of inspiring young people to enter the teaching profession, the NLE will award up to 10 $2000 scholarships in 2022 to high school seniors, college students, or students enrolled in a master’s degree program.

• Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship - Deadline- February 16 - Information and Application
  Gordon A. Rich was a committed supporter of people of lesser means and limited opportunities. While he was alive, he donated enormous amounts of his incredible energy, passion and resources to help improve their conditions. The Gordon A. Rich Memorial Foundation (GAR) intends to carry on that commitment.

• Fort Hood Military Family Member Scholarship - Deadline: February 21 - Information and Application 

The Fort Hood Military Family Member Scholarship Fund is an independent organization developed for the purpose of providing scholarships for deserving, eligible U.S. military family members. A special selection committee will score applications based on the student’s academic record, school and community activities, essay, and recommendations.

• Mexican American School Board Association Scholarship- Deadline: February 27 - Information and Application  
  The Mexican American School Boards Association (MASBA) is committed to advancing educational opportunities for Mexican American and Latinx students.  As part of our efforts to support this goal, we have the annual MASBA scholarship program. This year we are excited to announce that MASBA will be distributing five, $5,000 scholarships to support post-high school academic and career goals. 

• The Dream.US  National Scholarship for Undocumented Students - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated undocumented students with significant, unmet financial need. While we consider your GPA and test scores, we place great emphasis on your demonstrated commitment to community service and your ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face each and every day.

• Know Be4 Women's Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  For female students who intend to pursue a degree with a focus on cybersecurity or information assurance.

• The Places You'll Go Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  Our team at Angela Faye Brown & Associates believes in giving back and empowering young growing minds to succeed. We work with many families and children and believe that education should be accessible to everyone regardless of their economic status. For this reason, we are proud to announce that we are hosting the Places You Go Scholarship.

• Living with Epilepsy Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  The Philadelphia, PA personal injury attorneys at KaplunMarx are thrilled to continue our Living with Epilepsy Scholarship for a second year! We want to support those whose lives are affected by epilepsy and help spread awareness about this disease. It’s important to further the conversation around epilepsy and get involved in supporting those whose lives are impacted. The fight against epilepsy is something everyone at our firm cares very deeply about. Like many families, Jon Marx, a founding partner of our law firm, deals with the epilepsy of a loved one on a daily basis. Seeing this disease first hand motivates us to continue working towards a cure. This is why our team at KaplunMarx want to give back to the epilepsy warriors out there.

• Debbie Taussig Compassion Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  At Debbie Taussig Law, LLC, we make sure to approach all of our clients with the compassion that they deserve. To celebrate and promote compassion, we want to hear from students on how they feel about compassion and ways that they show compassion to those they cross paths with, whether that be someone close to them, a stranger or, maybe a more demanding relationship.  We are proud to announce a scholarship to assist people who believe in moving through their life with compassion.

• Dan and Vicky Hancock Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application  

The Dan and Vicky Hancock Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering Excellence, established by Dan and Vicky Hancock, provides financial support for students pursuing college degrees in the field of mechanical engineering.

• Veterans United Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: February 28 - Information and Application
  The Veterans United Foundation Scholarship creates opportunities for family members of service members and Veterans to achieve their educational dreams. 

• Equal Opportunity Scholarship - Deadline: February 28, 2023 - Information and Application
  Socioeconomic status, race, gender, health, country of origin, and a host of other factors deeply influence one’s ability to ascend in the world.

As a small way to help create a more equal playing field, this scholarship exists to support two motivated high school, undergraduate, or graduate school students who want to improve their life and the lives of the people around them.  The scholarship is open to students from any field of study who have a 2.0 GPA or higher.

• Foundation 649 Scholarship - Deadline: March 1, 2023- Information and Application
  Foundation 649 is a non-profit that discovers and empowers young, talented Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who are actively elevating and serving their communities across the country.

March

• National Italian American Foundation Scholarships - Deadline: March 1 - Information and Application
  Thanks to the generosity of the Italian American community, the National Italian American Foundation has awarded over $10,000,000 in scholarships since its founding. NIAF administers nearly 200 scholarships annually, ranging in value from $2,500 to $12,000 to Italian American students studying a wide variety of subjects.

• Foundation 649 Scholarship - Deadline: March 1 - Information and Application
  Foundation 649 is a non-profit that discovers and empowers young, talented Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who are actively elevating and serving their communities across the country.

• Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarship - Deadline: March 1, 2023 - Information and Application
  Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarship was created to honor the memory of those courageous and adventuresome pioneer women who played such an important role in the founding of this nation and encourage the present generation to continue their education in agricultural pursuits. 

• Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship - Deadline: March 1, 2023 - Information and Application
  The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Three (3) runner-up scholarship awards will be granted in the amount of $2,500 each.

• The Gallery Collection Greeting Card Scholarship - Deadline: March 2, 2023 - Information and Application
  We formally invite you to enter our 16th Annual Create-A-Greeting Card $10,000 contest. Design a greeting card for the opportunity to win yourself a $10,000 scholarship and $1,000 for your school. Plus, your winning entry will be made into a bona fide greeting card by The Gallery Collection.

• United Heritage H. Ralph Wilburn Memorial Scholarship - Deadline: March 7 - Information and Application
  The Charity Foundation awards college scholarship funds to high school seniors who best exemplify the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People.” Because the Charity Foundation believes in the importance of community service, responsibility and helping the citizens of Central Texas, the scholarships are awarded to those students who have demonstrated their dedication to these causes.

• Capital City A&M Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: March 11 - Information and Application
  This year the Capital City A&M Club (the “Club”) will continue to award $5,000* scholarships to Austin-area high school students who plan to start their freshman year at Texas A&M University in College Station this fall. Each recipient will receive no less than $1,250* each fall and spring semester for a total of four semesters.

• American Foreign Service Association Scholarship - Deadline: March 14 - Information and Application

• National Panhellenic Conference Scholarship - Deadline: March 15, 2023 - Application and Information
  The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is made up of 26 inter/national sororities and is the largest advocacy and support organization for the women’s-only sorority experience. Beginning with women graduating high school in 2023, NPC plans to award 10 college scholarships of US$2,000 each annually through our new NPC Centennial Scholarships Program. The scholarships may be used to offset college tuition, dues and fees.

NPC has a long history of advocating to make the cost of a higher education more affordable to more women. These new NPC Centennial Scholarships are one more step we are taking to improve college affordability. 

The scholarships are named for the NPC Foundation's Centennial Fund, which is providing funding for the new scholarship program.

• Kochhar & Co. Professional Accountants Scholarship - Deadline: March 31 - Information and Application

• Breaking the Stigma Scholarship - Deadline: March 31 - Information and Application
  Disability stigma is still very real and affects people every day. While much work has been done to break down physical and mental stigmas, they continue to run deep in our society. Amicus Legal Group is incredibly passionate about this subject.  For these reasons, we have created the Breaking the Stigma Scholarship. We hope that through this scholarship, we can bring more awareness and discussion to these issues. We believe that addressing issues through dialogue is a step towards educating, healing, and growing.

• Leander ISD Council of PTAs Scholarship Program for High School Seniors - Deadline: March 31, 4 PM - Information and Application
  The Council of PTAs wishes to recognize the outstanding efforts and personal achievements of our student PTSA members and their commitment to backing the future with PTA.Students may submit their application digitally or physically using the Senior Scholarship online form, or by delivering printed materials to their high school counselors' office, labeled "LISD Council of PTAs Scholarship."  The minimum amount awarded to any one recipient is $500.  For full guidelines and requirements, please visit our website.

April

• V&E Scholars Program - Deadline: April 1 - Information and Application
  Vinson & Elkins created the V&E Scholars Program to defray the costs of a college education for historically underrepresented students with strong academic credentials, an interest in the legal profession, and financial need.

• Avomeen Minorities in STEM Scholarship - Deadline: April 1 - Information and Application
  Two scholarships are available, one $2,500 scholarship for women pursuing undergrad STEM education and another $2,500 scholarship for minorities pursuing an undergraduate degree in STEM at a US-based college or university.12
  The Hunter-Morris Memorial Post 911 of the American Legion has established a scholarship for veterans, children of veterans attending LISD schools, including Charter Schools, and their family members to help offset the cost of tuition and fees during the first year of their post-secondary education.

The scholarship offers $2,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year.

• Central Texas APWA Scholarship - Deadline: April 1, 2023 - Information and Application
  The Central Texas Branch of the Texas Public Works Association offers annual scholarships to high school seniors and college students.  The intent is to award scholarships to those pursuing degrees in fields related to public works such as civil engineering, public administration, construction management, surveying, construction inspection, and other closely related fields of study. 

Applicants must reside within the Central Texas Branch boundary (Freestone, Limestone, Leon, McLennan, Falls, Robertson, Coryell, Bell, Milam, Burleson, Lampasas, Burnet, Williamson, Lee, Travis, Bastrop, Fayette, Blanco or Hays County).  Children of APWA members residing within the Central Texas Branch boundary who reside elsewhere are also eligible. Applicants must be high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA entering college 

• American Society of Civil Engineers Scholarship - Deadline: April 14, 2023 - Information and Application
  ASCE YMF is offering a scholarship for high school seniors pursuing Civil Engineering or STEM! 

• Matthew Morris Memorial Scholarship - Deadline: April 22 - Information and Application
  The Hunter-Morris Memorial Post 911 of the American Legion has established a scholarship for veterans, children of veterans attending LISD schools, including Charter Schools, and their family members to help offset the cost of tuition and fees during the first year of their post-secondary education.
  The scholarship offers $2,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year.

• Don Demars Memorial Scholarship - Deadline: April 22 - Information and Application
  The Hunter-Morris Memorial Post 911 of the American Legion has established a scholarship for JROTC students to help offset the cost of tuition and fees during the first year of their post-secondary education.
  
  The scholarship offers $2,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year.

• The Willis Scholarship - Deadline: April 21 - Information and Application
  The purpose of The Willis Scholarship is to invest in students who can prove they will make a difference in the world by leading with confidence and integrity. Using the guidance of the book, Overeducated & Under Experienced: Navigating a Saturated Workforce by Dr. April Willis, students will focus on excelling academically in order to ultimately achieve professional success.

May

• The Humanity Scholarship- Deadline: May 31 - Information and Application
  We are seeking bright minds with a desire to heighten national awareness via our social media campaign to end the dehumanizing forces of human trafficking and child exploitation.

• Comedy Defensive Driving Scholarship - Deadline: May 31, 2023 - Application and Information
  At Comedy TABC, we believe that quality education is too expensive for many students and should be obtainable for everyone. So we have a scholarship worth $1,500 that is available to all students.

July

• Senior Planning Social Work and Eldercare Award - Deadline: July 31 - Information and Application
  Senior Planning believes in giving back. We have chosen to help ensure the next generation of medical social workers are ready to provide the care that American seniors will need.

August

• Swan Start Scholarship - Deadline: August 1 - Information and Application
  Honoring Arnoldo T. "Nono" Beltràn, a $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to a student attending community college or vocational school.

September

• Distinguished Young Women Scholars Program - Deadline: September 15, 2023 - Information and Application
  Distinguished Young Women is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower young women to reach their full potential by providing scholarships for college and personal development workshops to become confident leaders. 

• The Gates Scholarship-  Deadline: September 15, 2023 - Information and Application
  The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.

• The Nike HSI Scholarship Program - September 15, 2023 - Information and Application
  The Nike HSI Scholarship Program empowers young leaders attending Hispanic-Serving Institutions.  Scholarship awards are merit-based and amounts range from $5,000 to $10,000, based on demonstrated financial need.

• QuestBridge National College Match - Deadline: September 26, 2023 - Information and Application 

The Match Scholarship is offered as part of a generous financial aid package provided by the college that covers the cost of attendance, including: tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and travel expenses.

Match Scholarship Recipients are granted early admission to one of QuestBridge's college partners with a full four-year scholarship, worth over $200,000. Our college partners use a combination of their own funds as well as state and federal aid to fund the scholarship. Please view each college partner's Financial Aid section for further details and see a glossary of financial aid terms.

• Sallie Mae Scholarship - Deadline: September 30, 2023 - Information and Application
  Our scholarship programs help students from historically underserved communities reach their higher education goals. 

October

• Celebrating Texas Public Schools Scholarship - Deadline: October 1, 2023 - Information and Application
  Amount: $2,500
  Those interested in applying for the scholarship must do the following:

  1. Prepare a video/multimedia presentation, 2 minutes or less, regarding how public school has impacted your life/career choice and prepared you to meet your future goals.    

  2. Request one letter from a teacher related to the student’s work in school (pdf preferred).

  3. Obtain one letter from a guidance counselor, principal, vice-principal, or superintendent regarding the student’s plans after graduation.

  4. Complete the application below. Include how the scholarship will be used for the student's future/help achieve my goals, include approval to use video/presentation, link for presentation, upload letter docs and submit.

• The Coca-Cola Scholarship - Deadline: October 2, 2023 - Information and Application
  Amount: $20,000
  The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 35th class in 2023, the Foundation has provided over 6,450 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $75 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

• Top of the Mountain Memorial Scholarship - Deadline: October 22, 2023 - Information and Application
  This scholarship aims to support students who are devoted to making a difference and caring for our environment.

• Women's Ministries Scholarship - Deadline: October 31, 2023 - Information and Application
  The General Conference Department of Women's Ministries (GC WM) scholarship program is established to give scholarships to women who are committed to serving the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church who would otherwise be unable to afford a Christian education. Scholarship awards are based on academic achievement, financial need, and community outreach. Specific amounts of scholarship awards vary each year and are dependent on the amount of funds available. Scholarships may only be obtained through your home divisions.

• Voice of Democracy Scholarship - Deadline: October 31, 2023 - Information and Application
  Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. 

November

• Regeneron Science Talent Search - Deadline: November 8, 2023 - Information and Application
  Regeneron STS recognizes and empowers our nation’s most promising young scientists who are developing ideas that could solve society’s most urgent challenges.

• Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards - Deadline: November 13, 2023 - Information and Application
  The Youth Awards were founded in 1998 by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. Now entering their 25th year, the Youth Awards honor Latinx high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their excellence in various categories including: Community Service, Education, Engineering, Entrepreneurship & Business, Green Sustainability, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, Public Service & Social Justice and Technology.

• Elk National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship - Deadline November 13 - Information and Application
  Amount: $1,000 - $12,500
  Eligibility: Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks. High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are signed; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

• The Scholarship for Tomorrow's Entrepreneur - Deadline: November 15, 2023 - Information and Application
  The purpose of The GreenPal Small Business Scholarship is to assist a motivated, driven student and future business leader. We believe that the generation of today's students are the future employers of tomorrow. The future of our county will be forged by the entrepreneurial spirit of today's generation.

• Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship - Deadline: November 18 - Information and Application
  Amount: Up to $40,000
  Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
  Senior standing– Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2023
  Fall College Enrollment– Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2023
  GPA – Earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
  Income– Demonstrate unmet financial need. We will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000. Last year’s cohort of new college scholarship recipients had a median family income of approximately $35,000.
  Test Policy– This year, the Cooke Foundation will not require applicants to submit test scores for the College Scholarship Program application, and we will be “test blind” in the review process.

December

• Dell Scholars Scholarship - Deadline: December 1 - Information and Application
  Amount: financial support of $20,000, a laptop, and textbook credits
  Scholarship Criteria: 

  • • Participate in a program-approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12 View list of approved CRPs ?

    • Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited higher education institution in the pursuit of a bachelor's degree in the fall directly following high school graduation

    • Be eligible to receive a federal Pell Grant in first year of college

    • Demonstrate a need for financial assistance

    • Earn a minimum of a 2.4 GPA

• Forty Acres Scholarship - Deadline: December 1- Information and Application
  Amount: Full Ride

• • Scholarship Criteria: 

    • High school seniors applying to UT Austin

    • In-state and out-of-state students

    • Must be U.S citizen or permanent U.S. resident at the time of application

    • Applicants applying to the McCombs School of Business should also apply to the Canfield Business Honors Program

    • Transfer and international students are not eligible to apply to the Forty Acres Scholars Program, but are eligible for other Texas Exes scholarships 

• Eugene McDermott Scholars Program for Students Attending UT Dallas - Deadline: December 1 - Information and Application
  For students attending UT Dallas ONLY.
  
  We are pleased to be recruiting outstanding high school senior candidates for a challenging and fulfilling college experience as 2023 McDermott Scholars. McDermott Scholarships are awarded to students with records of outstanding academic achievement and outstanding leadership and service who are committed to participating in the extracurricular, leadership, and service dimensions of the McDermott Scholars Program.

• National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholar- Deadline: Dec. 4 - Information and Application
  Since 2013, The National Space Club and Foundation has offered the opportunity for a student to give the keynote address at the National Space Club and Foundation's annual Goddard Memorial Dinner, one of the space industry's most prestigious gatherings. The student must intend to pursue a career in the Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) fields, be academically strong and excel in public speaking.
  
  In addition to speaking at the Goddard Memorial Dinner, the individual selected will also receive a scholarship in the amount of $15,000. This scholarship is awarded to a U.S. citizen, and is open to seniors in High School through graduate students studying at an accredited educational institution in the United States, who has definite plans to pursue a career in the STEM fields.

• Underdog  Scholarships - Deadline: December 6 - Information and Application
  The Burress Injury Law Underdog Scholarship fund provides $20,000 annually, with one $5,000 award and two $2,500 awards offered for each of the Spring and Fall semesters. With our Underdog Scholarships, we aim to support prospective applicants who have persevered in the face of adversity and who want to use their life experiences to help others.

• Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship - Deadline: December 7 - Information and Application
  A program that recognizes student innovation and youth-led solutions to fight hunger in the U.S. These young people are creating awareness and mobilizing peers in their communities to be catalysts for change. The scholarship awardees comprise a wide variety of students, ages 5 to 25, who are recognized at the national level and hail from across the country. A program that recognizes students who are driving awareness and mobilizing youth to be catalysts for innovative models that provide solutions to eliminate hunger in the U.S.

• The Science Ambassador Scholarship   - Deadline: December 13, 2022 - Information and Application
  A full–tuition scholarship for a woman in science, technology, engineering, or math.

• AXA Equable Excellence Scholarship - Deadline: December 17 (or when 10,000 applications are submitted, whichever occurs first). Information and Application
  Amount: $2,500 - $5,000
  Equitable Excellence award winners come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, but are united by their drive, determination, and strong character.
  Applicants to the Equitable Excellence? Scholarship Program must:

•  Be United States citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.

•  Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States** by Fall 2023.
      **Enrollment at an accredited postsecondary institution outside of the United States may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information.

• AIAA Lockheed Martin Marilyn Hewson Scholarship - Deadline: December 31 -  Information and Application
  The AIAA Lockheed Martin Marilyn Hewson Scholarship was created in 2022 to encourage young women to study aerospace engineering and pursue a career in the aerospace defense industry.

• Comedy Defensive Driving Scholarship- Deadline: December 31 - Information and Application
  Getting Real About Distracted Driving Scholarship: Design an advertisement that will educate the public about the dangers of distracted driving, and convince them with a clear call to action not to text and drive, drink and drive, eat and drive, or any other distraction you choose to focus on.

• Pacific Bay Recovery Scholarship - Deadline: December 31 - Information and Application
  Our yearly scholarship award will help raise awareness and understanding of rehabilitation options while also positively impacting a student and their pursuit for academic success. This scholarship initiative by Pacific Bay Recovery allows us an additional way to give back to motivated young scholars who can and will become future leaders in our society. Our objective for aspiring students is for them to grasp their impact and value they have by their academic achievement and goals they set for themselves.

• Atlanta Innovative Medicine Scholarship - Deadline: December 31 - Information and Application
  Our first objective for this annual scholarship award is to assist a motivated and aspiring student to achieve their academic potential. The second objective is to bring awareness to the health sector and specifically, regenerative medicine. Our scholarship opportunity enables us to contribute to the advancing academic community and inspire young talent who are the future of the ever-progressing field of regenerative medicine.

Ongoing

• College Board Opportunity Scholarships - ongoing

Follow College Board's program in taking steps toward college, and in turn earn a chance for thousands of dollars in scholarships - it's a win-win! Information and get started

• Texas First Diploma  (for early grads)

  1. Eligible students can graduate early with the Distinguished Level of Achievement and receive a scholarship.

  2. Texas residency 

  3. FAFSA or TASFA completion 

  4. At least 22 high school credits 

  5. Final GPA equivalent to 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale 

  6. Overall score in at least the 80th percentile on one or more of the following assessments: ACT, SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, TSIA/TSIA2, or GED; or, alternatively, a GPA in the top 10 percent of the student’s class 

  7. Completion of the STAAR EOC exams in English I or II, Algebra I, and Biology, or completion of eligible substitute assessments

  8. Demonstration of mastery in each subject area of English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and a language other than English

• Texas Leadership Scholars Program 

  1. Demonstrated financial need, as evidenced by FAFSA or TASFA (must be TEXAS Grant eligible)

  2. Graduated from an accredited Texas High School

  3. Accepted to a participating 4-year institution

  4. Scholastic record and ability

  5. Evidence of leadership and service within your high school and community

  6. Students must be invited to apply by a staff member at their high school (guidance counselor, teacher, principal, etc). If staff at your school are not familiar with the program, they can email TexasLeadershipScholars@unt.edu for more information.