"Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit.” — Napoleon Hill
We understand that paying for college is not easy. There are many scholarships available to students for some extra financial aid. Your best resource is to meet with your College and Career Navigator. She/He will help guide you in your search for scholarships and answer any questions you may have. Listed below is a list of scholarship links and applications below for your convenience.
**REMEMBER - When searching, it is very important to read all scholarship requirements carefully to determine if you are eligible. You do not want to put time and effort into completing an application for a scholarship that you are not eligible to earn.
Monitor and visit this page periodically for updates!
Also, keep in mind that some scholarship applications may require a letter of recommendation from a teacher or responsible adult. Pay attention to deadlines and give these people at least three weeks to complete this part of the application for you.
After the 'Quarterly Scholarships' below, you will see scholarships organized by month. When you click on a month, the number in bold is the scholarships' deadline date. Again, please read scholarship requirements carefully so you know what documents need to be submitted and when all application materials are due. Plan ahead and be organized! We do not want you to miss any deadlines!!
Fastweb - I recommend all students register and create an account on this site!
Goingmerry - I recommend all students register and create an account on this site!
Stand Out College Prep - Washington, D.C. and Maryland Scholarships
Open Education Database is a great, extensive resource featuring information about MD schools, scholarships, loans, and more! Check it out: oedb.org/maryland/.
Immigrants Rising - list of undergraduate Scholarships that don't require proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal Permanent Residency
Check out these additional databases of scholarships and fellowships available for undocumented young people:
My Undocumented Life: mydocumentedlife.org
Scholarships A-Z: www.scholarshipsaz.org
Sillicon Valley Community Foundation: www.siliconvalleycf.org/scholarships
The College Expo: www.thecollegeexpo.org/resources/scholarships
Scholarship List (2025 - 2026)
Winter 2025-2026 Scholarships Now Open!
Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship Due December 31, 2025 Application Link
2026 MCPS Educational Foundation's MCPSEF Student Scholarship and Awards Application open-November 1, 2025-January 20, 2026 Application Link
Meyerhoff Scholars Program (for seniors who submitted early action to UMBC)-Due January 15, 2026 Application Link
TheDream.US Scholarship Due January 31, 2026 Application Link
Pearls of Hope Application Due February 28, 2026 Application Link (see application materials below)
Kappa Youth and Community Foundation Scholarship Application Link Due March 20, 2026 (open to all male graduating high school students)
Bryn Mawr College (private women's liberal arts college)-Free tuition for families earning under $175,000 per year. See link: Bryn Mawr College to Offer Free Tuition for Families Earning Under $175,000
Trade and Apprenticeship Scholarships Now Open! Skills Pointe Foundation
Horatio Alger Scholarship Now Open! Juniors-Due March 1, 2026; Seniors Due February 15, 2026 Application Link
Montgomery College Institutional Grants and Scholarships Application Link
(deadlines will vary)
Apply today via the link above on the scholarship list and/or posted flyers!
Apply today via the QR Code!
Apply today via the QR Code!
Attention Class of 2026! If you applied early action to UMBC and you are interested in pursuing STEM, check out the Meyerhoff Scholars Program offering a four-year scholarship to UMBC. Applications are due on January 15, 2026. Apply using the QR code!
“I’ve learned that fear limits you and your vision. It serves as blinders to what may be just a few steps down the road for you. The journey is valuable, but believing in your talents, your abilities, and your self-worth can empower you to walk down an even brighter path. Transforming fear into freedom – how great is that?” — Soledad O’Brien