01 - Masonic Charities of Maryland Scholarship Program - 100 awards of $500; 6 regional finalists will receive an additional $1500, one regional finalist will receive an additional $2500, and one regional finalist will receive an additional $5000; senior; United States citizen or U.S. permanent resident; letter from a school official detailing student attributes, abilities, talents, interests, scholarship, study habits, and probability of success in college or vocational school, need for financial assistance, and any pertinent or unusual factors which should be considered by the scholarship selection committee (PDF); 300-500 word essay; additional optional documentation.
01 - Damascus American Legion Post 171 Scholarships for High School Seniors - awards of $1,500 & $2,000; senior; citizen of the United States; cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; will attend an accredited post-secondary academic institution, vocational, trade, or business school full-time in the fall; essay of 200 words or less; one letter of recommendation; applicants will be judged on scholastic achievement, leadership, character, citizenship, school and community activities, work experience, and the content and quality of their essay; flyer.
03 - Paul Robeson Merit (Academic) Competitive and Renewable Scholarship - $5000 annually (four year renewable based on meeting criteria); graduating African-American male who lives and attends a public or private school located in Montgomery County, MD; unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above; must utilize funds towards an accredited four (4) year institution of higher education in the United States during the upcoming academic year; submit an official school transcript; two letters of recommendation; essay of up to 1,000 words; 5x7 photo; must maintain a cumulative 3.4 GPA while in school to be renewable.
03 - Paul Robeson Merit (Academic) Competitive Scholarship - $2,500 non-renewable based on meeting criteria; graduating African-American male or female who lives and attends a public or private school located in Montgomery County, MD; unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above; must utilize funds towards an accredited four (4) year institution of higher education in the United States during the upcoming academic year; submit an official school transcript; two letters of recommendation; essay of up to 1,000 words; 5x7 photo.
03 - Paul Robeson Need Based scholarship Scholarship - $2,500 annually (four year renewable based on meeting criteria); graduating African-American male or female who lives and attends a public or private school located in Montgomery County, MD; unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above; Must plan to attend a Historically Black College or University in the United States during the upcoming academic year (award is based on actual enrollment); submit an official school transcript; two letters of recommendation; essay of up to 1,000 words; 5x7 photo; scholarship awardees will be asked to submit a 2-5 minute video submission explaining: "Why I chose an HBCU."
03 - Paul Robeson Need Based Scholarship - $2,500 non-renewable based on meeting criteria; graduating African-American male or female who lives and attends a public or private school located in Montgomery County, MD; unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above; must plan to attend a two (2) or four (4) year institution of higher education in the United States during the upcoming academic year (award is based on actual enrollment); must submit pages 6 through 8 of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); submit an official school transcript; two letters of recommendation; essay of up to 1,000 words; 5x7 photo.
03 - The Dr. Michael Smith and Dr. Beverly Alston-Smith Award of Excellence Scholarship - $1000 non-renewable based on meeting criteria; open to the best male or female student; must be a graduating high school senior in Montgomery County, MD; academic achievement, community service, significant extracurricular activities, leadership and outstanding character; must plan to attend a four (4) year accredited college or university in the United States during the upcoming academic year (award is based on actual enrollment); submit an official school transcript; two letters of recommendation; essay of up to 1,000 words; 5x7 photo.
03 - The Dr. Antonio L. Ellis Diverse Abilities Scholarship - $1000 non-renewable based on meeting criteria; must be a graduating high school senior (male or female) in a Montgomery County Public School; must have an Individual Education Plan (IEP); no GPA requirement; submit an essay (supported by special education teacher, guidance, counselor, and legal guardian); 3 letters of recommendation; official high school transcript; must plan to attend a two (2) or four (4) year institution of higher education in the United States during the upcoming academic year (award is based on actual enrollment); Parent or Legal Guardian of student must agree to meet with ACSF board member at the conclusion of the scholarship recipient annually until graduation ( this will help us collect data to measure impact and further mentor the student; 5x7 photo.
03 - The John E. Crowder STEM Scholarship - $500 non-renewable based on meeting criteria; open to the best male or female student; must be a graduating high school senior in Montgomery County, MD; must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; present a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor that reveals the applicant’s dedication to community and/or school service; must plan to attend a HBCU in the fall 2025; must major in either science, technology, engineering or mathematics; essay; 5x7 photo.
05 - Dr. Judith Docca Academic Excellence Scholarships - four $1,000 awards; senior; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5; attends public or private school in Montgomery County, Maryland; or be a resident of Montgomery County attending high school; accepted at a 2- or 4-year college or university or an accredited career/vocational/technical school as a full-time student; detailed profile; essay; two letters of recommendation; official transcript; applicant may be required to participate in the interview process; flyer.
10 - Sherry S. Hintz Scholarship Fund - up to $20,000 per year for as many as four years of undergraduate education; high school senior or high school graduate under 22 years old; have lost a parent or primary guardian to breast or ovarian cancer; resident of Montgomery County, Maryland; minimum 3.0 GPA; member of a family with a demonstrated financial need; involved in a school, community, or athletic activity, ideally in a leadership position; copy of your FAFSA Student Aid Report; statement of goals; academic recommendation form; leadership recommendation form; transcript.
13 - Federal Water Quality Association Scholarship Program - four $2,000 awards; senior; accepted into a four-year school majoring in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, civil engineering, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, natural resource planning, or other areas of the environment; applicants judged on academic achievement and level of commitment to environmental protection; transcript; SAT or ACT scores; reference letter(s), preferably from a science teacher or environmentalist; list of extra-curricular activities or brief description; copy of letter of acceptance from a 4-year college; essay on one of three topics.
13 - IntelliGenesis STEM Scholarship - $1,500 award; valid for students in Maryland, Georgia, and Texas; graduating senior; minimum 3.5 High School GPA; full-time student; majoring in STEM-related fields; good moral character; prepare a document for upload with answers to listed questions (see link); copy of resume required for upload.
14 - SVHS Boosters Scholarship - (deadline is 12pm/noon on 4/14); must be senior at Seneca Valley High School; have completed all Student Service Learning hours; have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher at the end of their first semester during senior year; earn a varsity letter on a team in their senior year OR be an active member of an SVHS sponsored club (Club activism will be confirmed by SVHS Club Sponsor); must pursue post high school education (technical school, community college or four-year university, etc.); essay; transcript.
15 - 2026 Taiwanese-American Community Scholarship Award - up to 10 awards of $1,000 each; open to all U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are college-bound high school graduating seniors from the Washington D.C. metropolitan area; open to all qualified students from all ethnic groups; applicants will be judged on leadership, academic achievement, community activities/service, and essay; all recipients are required to attend the TCC award ceremony on May 23, 2026 at the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center at Montgomery College (Rockville Campus) to receive the award in person.
15 - The Society, Incorporated (MCMD Chapter) Literary Arts, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts Scholarship Awards - $1,500 awards; senior attending a Montgomery County or Metropolitan Washington, D.C. area school or currently enrolled at an institution of advanced learning (college or university); cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above; evidence of participation in school and community activities; transcript; one letter of recommendation; artwork samples (writing, performance video, or artwork pieces).
15 - Lavinia Engle Scholarship Fund - one year grants (renewable) ranging from $500 - $3,500; female; resident of Montgomery County, MD for at least three years; enrolled or enrolling for a first undergraduate degree at a Maryland college or university; attention will be given to financial need and academic and other accomplishments; extracurricular or volunteer activities; copy of your transcript; two letters of recommendation; copy of the first two pages of income tax return (yours or person who support you); one page written essay about your goals in life or what you hope to achieve through your education; a small photograph of yourself; scholarship instructions.
17 - Girls on the Run Scholarship - $2,500 award; alumnae of Girls on the Run or Girls on Track/Heart & Sole; participated in the program for at least two seasons at a Montgomery County, MD site; have a minimum 3.0 GPA (unweighted); plan to attend an accredited trade school, community college, college, or university in Fall 2026; 500 word essay; must commit to attending the Girls on the Run 5K on Sunday, May 17, 2025 to receive the award.
18 - Alfred Street Baptist Church (ASBC) Foundation Scholarships - renewable and non-renewable scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $30,000; senior; residence in and graduation by June 30 from a high school in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area (including Montgomery County, MD); US citizenship; Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher; admission to and commitment to attend a four-year institution; financial need (total cost of college exceeds the sum of financial aid awards and expected family contribution, now called the Student Aid Index (SAI)); demonstrated commitment to community service.
19 - UCF Game Changer Essay Contest - huge prizes await the winners in each age division (Elementary, Middle, and High School); winners will be recognized and will be required to read their essays to receive the award; essays should be original work by the student; limit your essay to 300 words addressing the following theme: “FUTURE READY” Inspire Change and Leveling Up is a Game Changer! What are your goals for improving your skills to win your future?
20 - Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship Program - 20-$2,500 awards; senior; plan to attend a U.S. Accredited 4-Year College/University or Community College as a 1st year student in the Fall of 2025 (if selected, must provide college acceptance letter for verification); min. 3.0 cumulative unweighted GPA; household income at or below the Low-income level for the county of residence (if selected, must provide 2024 or 2025 tax return for verification); open to ALL MAJORS; employees of Cathay Bank and their immediate family members are NOT eligible; Application Form; Recommender Form; High School Transcript.
20 - Dragon Hearts College Scholarship Fund - 10-$5,000 awards; senior; female student who plans to attend a U.S. Accredited 4-Year College/University as a 1st year or 2nd year student in Fall 2026 (if selected, must submit college acceptance letter for verification); min 3.2 cumulative unweighted GPA; business, economics, and STEM majors; household income at or below the Federal or State Low Income Level (must be able to show 2024 or 2025 tax return should the applicant be selected for award), if not at or below low income level, then financial need will need to be explained in an essay; Application Form; Recommender Form; High School Transcript.
20 - Kao Kalia Yang Scholarship Program - 5-$5,000 renewable awards; senior; blood descendants of Hmong race or ethnically identified as Hmong American (with citizenship or as a permanent resident); plan to attend a U.S. Accredited 4-Year College/University or Community College as a 1st year student in Fall 2025 (if selected, must submit college acceptance letter for verification); min. 2.8 cumulative unweighted GPA; household income at or below the Federal/State/County Low Income Level (must be able to show 2024 or 2025 tax return should applicant be selected for award); open to ALL MAJORS; Application Form; Recommender Form; High School Transcript; online interview (to be scheduled if selected as finalist).
20 - Alpha Wives Club of Montgomery County, Incorporated (AWC) Scholarship - $500 book award; high school senior attending an MCPS High School in Montgomery County, MD; US Citizen; will attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU); cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or above on a 4.0 scale; must provide evidence of Student Service Learning (SSL) hours; students should list participation in school activities academics, sports, clubs, student government, etc. and community involvement; submit a typed and double-spaced essay; OFFICIAL copy of your high school mid-year transcript; two letters of recommendation; professional resume; signed copy of the photo release form.
21 - Alex Popeck Never Back Down Foundation Difference Maker Scholarship - senior; graduating in 2026 from a Montgomery County, MD high school (public or private), two letters of recommendation (counselors, coaches, clergy, employers, teachers and supervisors are acceptable recommenders); participate in extra-curricular activities; submit a written personal statement/essay (see application for prompt).
23 - Student-View Scholarship Program - one (1) $10,000, two (2) $1,000, and three (3) $500 scholarship awards; senior; open to all students regardless of academic achievement or financial need; complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges; you will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award.
24 - McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship - 60 need-based scholarships of up to $15,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year; senior; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551; enroll full-time as an undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior or senior attending an HBCU during the 2026-2027 academic year; cumulative grade point average of 2.7 or higher; able to demonstrate leadership abilities; able to demonstrate a financial need; essay (see link for prompt).
24 - Officer Noah Leotta Act Responsibly Scholarship - open to all High School Seniors in Montgomery County; for students committed to pursuing a career that serves a community and the public; community service; transcript; two letters of recommendation.
24 - Senator Nancy J. King Senatorial Scholarship - 3-$2,000 awards (automatically renewed for up to four years, provided student maintains satisfactory progress); senior; must live in the 39th Legislative District (click here to verify); must have filled out the FAFSA or the MHEC One App/MSFAA by March 1; address on the FASFA or MSFAA application must be located in District 39; planning to attend a college or university in the state of Maryland; need a copy of first 3 pages of your FAFSA Submission Summary or MHEC One App confirmation email; applications are to be submitted to Mr. Nalda in the College & Career Center.
30 - Damascus American Legion Auxiliary Unit 171, General Scholarship - multiple scholarship awards of up to $1,500; be a high school senior graduating in the upper 50% of the class; female citizen of the United States and a resident of Montgomery County, Maryland*; attend or will attend an accredited postsecondary academic instruction who needs financial assistance in order to attend an accredited school for medical training; will not have accepted an appointment to a service academy or have received any other grants or scholarships exceeding $10,000 total; letter of reference; essay.
30 - Damascus American Legion Auxiliary Unit 171, Medical Scholarship - multiple scholarship awards of up to $1,500; be a high school senior graduating in the upper 50% of the class; female citizen of the United States and a resident of Montgomery County, Maryland*; will attend an accredited post-secondary academic institution, accredited vocational, trade, or business school full-time in 2026; will not have accepted an appointment to a service academy or have received any other grants or scholarships exceeding $10,000 total; letter of reference; essay.
30 - High Bridge Foundation Scholarship - two $4,000 Impact Awards, five $2,000 scholarships, and seven $1,000 book awards; seniors in the Greater Washington, D.C. area, including Montgomery County; facing and overcoming personal and family hardship conditions to pursue post-secondary education at a trade school, community college, college and/or university; two letters of recommendation from adults who are familiar with your hardship situation and your academic diligence, leadership skills, and/or volunteer work; three personal essays; resume or two separate lists with your achievements and extracurricular activities; transcript (unofficial or official); one letter of acceptance from a trade school, community college, college, or university.
30 - Silver Spring (MD) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, Scholarship - multiple scholarship opportunities; senior; unofficial transcript; a typed 250-300 word personal essay; color (headshot) photograph; signed letter of recommendation from school counselor or teacher; resume; applicants should refer to the Scholarship Eligibility Requirements for detailed information on the specific criteria for each scholarship award.
30 - Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF) - senior; plan to enter a 2-year college, 4-year college/university, or vocational/trade school; US Citizen or Permanent Resident; minimum 2.0 GPA; compelling desire to pursue higher education in spite of personal or socio-economic setbacks; demonstrated financial need (on average, adjusted gross income (AGI) of $75,000 or less); extra curricular activities; essay.
31 - The League of Educators for Asian American Progress (LEAAP) Scholarship - $3,000 awards; senior; identify as Asian AND plan to major in the field of Education; eligible applicants must be interested in pursuing a career in the field of education and show experience supporting the community and/or an organization; personal statement outlining your personal goals, professional objectives (focusing on the field of education), and involvement in an organization/activity/cause within the Asian diaspora; two letters of recommendation from an administrator, teacher, or counselor; flyer.
