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All the scholarships on this page are open to students younger than 12th grade. They are listed in order of due date. Please pay attention to instructions and follow them precisely. If you have questions, ask Dr. D or Ms. Anderson

Barron Prize for Young Heroes $10000

Due 15 April

The Barron Prize welcomes applications from public-spirited young people who are, on our April 15 deadline:

• between the ages of 8 and 18 (not yet age 19)

• permanent residents of and currently residing in the U.S.A. or Canada

• currently working on an inspiring service project or have done so within the past 12 months

• working as an individual to lead their service work. The Barron Prize does not accept applications from large groups of young people.

The Barron Prize does not discriminate against its applicants based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.

CLICK HERE for more information and application

Essay contest for all students age 14 - 19

Prizes range from $500 - $7,500

Deadline for entry is April 15, 2022

This year's prompt: How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society?

CLICK HERE for rules and regulations

CLICK HERE for tools and an explanation of the prompt

Richard Neuman Scholarship $1000

Due 15 April

The rising generation is full of creative students who will undoubtedly change the world. However, many of these unconventional thinkers don’t always flourish in traditional schooling and are discouraged from pursuing their goals. In order to make the world more cohesive and visionary, these special students must be supported.

This scholarship aims to support high school students who are creative so they can find innovative solutions to today’s problems.

Any creative high school senior who likes to make things or find solutions to problems may apply for this scholarship.

To apply, tell us about something you’ve created to solve a problem as well as how you would go about solving another problem if you had the necessary resources.

CLICK HERE to learn more and to apply ( you do have to set up a Be Bold account, but it's safe to do so)

WE THE STUDENTS ESSAY CONTEST up to $7,500

Due 15 April

• Open to students who are 8-12 grade

• Must be a US Citizen or legal resident

This year's essay topic HOW DOES AN UNDERSTANDING OF NATURAL RIGHTS AND RESPECT BUILD A FREE SOCIETY?

CLICK HERE for instructions and application

CLIMATE JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP $1000

DUE 15 April

The Climate Justice Scholarship is open to high school and college students of all years. Students must be enrolled in one of the following:

• a high school in the US

• an accredited 2 or 4-year institution in the US

• a training or technical program

Undocumented students are eligible and encouraged to apply.

CLICK HERE for instructions and to submit your application

past due check back next year

HOMECLEAN BRIGHT FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP $2500

DUE 15 SEPTEMBER

This scholarship requires applicants to make a 2-4 video explaining why education is the key to a brighter future and how you can use this knowledge to change society for the better.

CLICK HERE for guidelines and instructions

GOSKILLS SCHOLARSHIP $2000

Due 15 September

This scholarship is open to ANY female student who wants to start her own on-line business.

CLICK HERE to find the scholarship instructions and application.

We the Future Contest $1,000 - $2,000

DUE 17 SEPTEMBER - FOR STUDENTS IN GRADE 8

Parent/Guardian must read “Constituting America’s Privacy Policy Guidelines and Notice to Parents,” approve of student entering, “check” parent statement on online form & sign hard copy contest entry form.

Middle School Students may submit: Essay, STEM, Song, or PSA. All entries that utilize copyrighted music, film clips, or photos MUST obtain the proper licensing permissions IN ADVANCE of submitting the entry, in order to be considered.

CLICK HERE for complete instructions

We the Future Contest $1,000 - $2,000

DUE 17 SEPTEMBER - FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-12

High School Students may submit the following: Essay, Song, STEM, Short film, or PSA.

CLICK HERE for complete instructions

NSHSS DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP $2,000 -

Due 31 October

5 Scholarships awarded

The purpose of the scholarship is to provide a school culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Scholarship is for students who have demonstrated a commitment to expanding the diversity and inclusion initiatives.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply

Teen Changemakers Essay Contest - $250 - $1000

Due 30 November

We All Have Mental Health… How Can Students’ Mental Health Be Supported Virtually and In-Person?

Connect with your peers virtually to understand what is needed to support their mental health during this time. Create a virtual mental health campaign or program, including how you would implement it, by working with your school staff such as, principal, counseling office, and teacher(s).

Eligibility

1. Must be a current high school student in 9th to 12th grade.

2. Must provide your high school teacher or counselors information for verification.

Essays should be between 500 and 1,000 words but will not be penalized for surpassing the word count if the content is deemed an essential part of the student’s message.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply

Courage to Grow - amount $500

Due date 30 November

Open to 11th and 12th graders with a 2.5 GPA or higher

Only open to US citizens

Very short easy application; the organization gives away one scholarship per month.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply

30 November - Education Matters Scholarship - amount $5000

Due date 30 November

This award is for U.S. students.

Must be 14 years of age or older to apply.

Must be a legal U.S. resident.

Submit an online written response to the question:

"What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?" (250 words or less)

CLICK HERE to apply

Opportunity for Juniors

Due 14 December

If you are a junior earning excellent grades, with a desire to attend a top tier college or university, check out LEDA

AROUND THE CORNER SCHOLARSHIP $1000

DUE 31 December

1. This scholarship is open to current high school students (freshman, sophomores, juniors, and seniors).

2. Students can either be living in the US (as a US citizen, permanent resident, or with DACA status) or living internationally, but must be planning to attend a college or university in the US.

3. The deadlines for the scholarship are December 31st and June 30th of each year.

4. Scholarship amount: $1,000 per application period

5. One winner will be chosen for each application period.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship $1000

Due 30 January

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about technology addiction. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about technology addiction.

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

CLICK HERE for more information and to apply