March Scholarships

Scholarship: 2026 Foundation 649 College Scholarship

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 1, 2026

Description: Foundation 649, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to discovering and empowering young, talented Asian Americans who are actively shaping our cultural and social identity. Accepting applications from Seniors for our 2026 scholarship to graduating Asian American/Pacific Islander high schoolers (5 awards of $4,000 USD spread over 4 years). Application available at: foundation649.com/ 

America's Journey: Then, Now, and Tomorrow Art Competition

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 1, 2026

Description: The competition is open to all high school students. Artwork must be the creation a single student. Students may not collaborate on an entry. The contest is open to students in public school, private schools, and home schools. Our office will contact the winning artist. The piece will be displayed at a later event and the student will be recognized for this achievement. Participants must be a New Jersey resident or are currently attending school in the state of New Jersey. Application available at:  America's Journey 

Scholarship:  The NJ Emergency Manager's Memorial Scholarship Program 

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: Applications open on January 1st 2026

Description: The New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Association (NJEPA) honors the State’s exemplary Emergency Managers through a series of scholarships named in their honor. They are intended for a graduating high school senior, or college student presently enrolled in an accredited college or university interested in pursuing a career in the emergency management field of study. This includes emergency management, homeland security, fire suppression, law enforcement, hazardous material, arson investigation, emergency medical services, planning, Health, Public Health, Social Services, etc.- in the public or private sector. $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually. Application available at: NJEPA application 

Scholarship: The NPC Centennial Scholarships 

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 8, 2026

Description: 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. NPC plans to award 10 college scholarships of $2,000 each through our NPC Centennial Scholarships Program.  Application available at: NPC Application 

Scholarship: NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders (NJCTS)  Scholarship 

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 13, 2026

Description: The NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders, Inc. (NJCTS) is proud to announce the 2026 scholarship awards to graduating New Jersey high school seniors diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome or another tic disorder.  Application available at: NJCTS Application 

Scholarship: Horatio Alger Scholarship

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 15, 2026

Description:  The Horatio Alger Association seeks to provide scholarship assistance to deserving students who have demonstrated 

integrity & determination in overcoming adversity, academic potential, the personal aspiration to make a unique contribution to society, strength of character and financial need. Application available at:  horatioalger.org/scholarships/ 

Scholarship: The Tzu Chi USA Scholarship 

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 15, 2025

Description: The Tzu Chi USA Scholarship is a scholarship program funded by Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation to recognize and provide financial assistance to outstanding college-bound high school graduates and continuing undergraduate students who were prior recipients in selected areas of the United States. Tzu Chi USA Scholars are selected on the basis of their financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement.   Application available at:  TZU CHI US Scholarships 

Scholarship: BP Community Scholarship Program

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 16, 2026

Description: This year marks the 38th year of the BP Community Scholarship Program serving the New York and northern New Jersey area. BP will provide $2,500 scholarships to qualifying High School Seniors. BP is pleased to support this initiative as a way of giving back to the communities in which we operate by encouraging local high school seniors to pursue their dreams of going to college. Application available at:  bpscholarships.com/ 

Scholarship: 2025-2026 The UNCF STEM Scholars Program

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 24, 2025

Description: The 2025-2026 UNCF STEM Scholars Program is an initiative designed to identify and provide scholarship and academic support for African American high school students who aspire to earn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degrees and to pursue careers in STEM fields, awarding 100 scholarships on an annual basis.  Application available at:  UNCF Stem Scholars Program 

Scholarship: NJ Schoolwomen's Club Scholarship

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 25, 2025

Description: The NJ Schoolwomen's Club is a group of women educators engaged in all aspects of of public education in New Jersey. The objectives of the club include promoting the interests of our profession, encouraging capable young women to become educators, and recognizing outstanding women in the field of education. Any young woman who is a senior in a New Jersey high school and is a New Jersey resident is invited to apply. She should be planning to complete a professional program (minimum baccalaureate) leading to a degree and certification in the field of education. Application available at: NJ Schoolwomen's Application 

Scholarship: Monk’s Home Improvements Service Scholarship

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 31, 2026

Description: Monk's will proudly award five (5) one-time scholarships in the amount of $2,000 to five applicants who meet all criteria. Winners will be selected based on the content and quality of their essay responses.  Application available at: monkshomeimprovements.com/scholarship/ 

Scholarship: Sandol Korean Presbyterian Church Scholarship

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: MAR. 31, 2026

Description: The Sandol Korean Presbyterian Church will honor three students every year and award them with a letter of recognition and a scholarship of $500 for their service in the community. This opportunity is for graduating seniors. Application available at: Sandol Application