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October Deadline
Deadline: October 12
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 2
Eligibility:
You must be enrolled in high school and at least 15 years old at the time of the photo shoot on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
You must live in Indiana or a county that directly borders Indiana.
Images must meet quality standards. We hold the right to reject any image for any reason.
Image should not contain any watermarks or text
Professional images are recommended - Avoid Selfies - No Modified Images or Filters
Placeholder size is 315 x 430 pixels and image size cannot exceed 1MB
Only individual entering Model Search may be in the photo - No couples, groups or animals
We are not responsible for the editing of any submissions.
Non tasteful, inappropriate, filtered or silly submissions will not be posted. Don't bother.
Students who were in a previous photo shoot are not eligible to participate again.
There are no height requirements, we only ask to ensure good pairings at the photo shoot.
Applications can be found by going to:
Deadline: October 14
Award Amount: $7,500
Awards Available: 170
Eligibility:
Varies based on scholarship
These scholarships provide support for students who may not have traditionally had opportunities within the tech space, creating academic and professional pathways, which ultimately culminate in IT audit and cyber-related careers.
Applications can be found by going to: https://isaca.secure-platform.com/a/page/ISACAfoundation/aboutscholarships#US%20Academic
Deadline: October 15
Award Amount: $7,500
Awards Available: 170
Eligibility:
A) Be a senior in high school or a current college student.
B) Be attending or planning to attend college, university, or professional training school.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/40k-no-essay-scholarship-202510/?utm_source=student_scholarships&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=student_scholarships_40k_202510
Deadline: October 15
Award Amount: $10,000
Awards Available: 46
Eligibility:
Be enrolled in a college, university, or post-secondary institution in the 2026-27 academic year in pursuit of a Bachelor's or Technical/Vocational degree. Funds will be issued to the institution in Summer 2026.
Pursue a STEAM major. "STEAM" refers to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. For the purposes of this program, it also includes education majors planning to teach STEM.
Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact in their chosen field or community or have demonstrated perseverance in overcoming challenges or barriers in pursuit of their education and career goals.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.stantec.com/en/about/community-engagement/scholarships/stantec-future-leaders-scholarship
Deadline: October 15
Award Amount: $20,000
Awards Available: 105
Eligibility:
A) Plan on enrolling in an aviation related program (ie. flight training, aerospace engineering, or aviation management).
B) Submit a 500-word essay detailing your passion for aviation.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.wai.org/how-to-apply
Deadline: October 15
Award Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 100
A woman is eligible for consideration for a STAR Scholarship if she:
Is recommended by a local chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood
Is a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada
Has a minimum cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Exhibits excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for future success
Plans to attend an accredited postsecondary education institution in the United States or Canada full time or part time in the fall of the academic year following her high school graduation
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.peointernational.org/educational-support/star-scholarship/
Deadline: October 17
Award Amount: $1,500
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
Currently enrolled high school/home-schooled students attending school in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or select DoD schools who will graduate high school during the 2025-2026 or 2026-2027 academic school year.
Expecting to receive high school diploma during current academic year.
Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
Able to verify a minimum overall B/3.0 GPA in high school coursework.
Applications can be found by going to: https://asti.com/aecscholarship/
Deadline: October 20
Award Amount: $50,000
Awards Available: 6
Eligibility:
Instrument categories are Violin, Viola, Cello and Double Bass.
Participants in the Junior Division must not have reached their 18th birthday by February 1, 2026. Participants in the Senior Division must be at least 18 years old but not have reached their 31st birthday by February 1, 2026.
Participants must be a U.S. resident or have a valid U.S visa at the time of applying and performing during the final rounds of the junior and senior division. For questions about eligibility, please contact Competition@SphinxMusic.org.
Participants must not have been a 1st Place Winner in their division in any previous Sphinx Competition.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.sphinxmusic.org/sphinx-competition/
Deadline: October 21
Award Amount: $1,000-$2,000
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
Plan to pursue a degree in music education
Demonstrate outstanding musicianship, leadership skills, and work ethic
Plan to enroll in college within one year of high school graduation
Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Perform at a 2025 Bands of America Regional, Super Regional, or Grand National Championship
Applications can be found by going to: https://marching.musicforall.org/scholarships/
Deadline: October 22
Awards Available: 2
Eligibility:
U.S. citizens, 18 years or older
Must plan to study or intern in Korea in 2025 or 2026
Must enroll through a WorldStrides Program
Alumni who completed a WorldStrides program this year are also eligible to apply!
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.gooverseas.com/scholarships/south-korea?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=September_Educator_25&utm_term=KTO_cta&mc_cid=12be393f4b&mc_eid=722d48da31
Deadline: October 31
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution for the Spring 2026 semester.
This scholarship is open to students who identify as a minority based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or economic status.
Employees of The Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to participate in the competition.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.dplaw.com/encouraging-diversity-scholarship/
Deadline: October 31
Award Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 7
Eligibility:
Money Metals Exchange and the Sound Money Defense League will be awarding this scholarship to incoming or current undergraduate students and graduate students each year.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.moneymetals.com/scholarship
Deadline: October 31
Award Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 7
To apply for this scholarship, please submit the following in a single email:
An up-to-date resume,
An official transcript,
A 750-1,000-word personal statement explaining the candidate’s dedication to local conservation and detailing their past and current efforts to contribute to conservation and preservation. What ideas do you have for policy, and how can we make a larger change? Also, in what ways do you encourage others to implement sustainability practices into their lives?
Applications can be found by going to: https://virginiacriminallaws.com/northern-virginia-criminal-defense-group-local-conservation-scholarship/
Deadline: October 31
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
To apply for this scholarship, please submit the following in a single email:
The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution for the 2025-2026 school year.
Employees of Karin Riley Porter Criminal Defense Attorney and Price Benowitz LLP, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to participate in the competition.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.virginia-criminallawyer.com/2025-good-works-scholarship/
Deadline: October 31
Award Amount: $5,000
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
The Able Flight Flight Training Scholarship is designed for people who wish top earn a Sport Pilot certificate. It covers ground and flight training, testing, travel and lodging expenses as required. Applicants for a full scholarship must be available to travel for training for a six-to-eight week period without a break.
Applications can be found by going to: https://ableflight.org/scholarships
Deadline: October 31st
Award Amount: 1st place: $5,000; 2nd place: $3,000; 3rd place: $2,000; 4th place: $1,000
Awards Available: 4
Eligibility:
College-bound, high school seniors who submit an essay application through a Chapter of the Fraternity. ** Please see attached application for more details
All essays and questions can be emailed to djames4128@gmail.com
Please see Ms. Dudzik in A104 for a copy of the application.
November Deadline
Deadline: November 1st
Award Amount: $1,500
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
GPA of at least 3.0
Admitted to or enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate school in the U.S. OR Enrolled in an accredited high school in the U.S.
Proof of enrollment or acceptance into accredited institutions
An unofficial transcript showing your GPA as well as proof of your acceptance or enrollment in an accredited institution with your application.
Applications can be found by going to: https://kainelaw.com/scholarships/making-an-impact/
Deadline: November 1st
Award Amount: $4200
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
High school seniors and adult learners pursuing a business degree or advanced training in the Construction or Skilled Trades fields
Applications can be found by going to: https://bold.org/scholarships/dustan-biegler-memorial-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships
Deadline: November 1st
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
The contest is open to U.S. residents. No purchase necessary.
All participants must have applied to or be enrolled as full-time beautician, esthetician, or cosmetology student.
Entries are limited to one submission per person. Immediate family members of Buy-Rite Beauty employees are excluded from this contest.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.buyritebeauty.com/scholarships/
Deadline: November 5th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 2
Eligibility:
You participate in a youth mentorship program of some sort, including Big Brothers Big Sisters or similar organizations
You are a freshman attending college this upcoming semester.
You are currently or will be enrolled in an accredited college or university for Fall 2025.
You are at least 17 years of age.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.ackerwarren.com/scholarship
Deadline: November 12th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 5
Eligibility:
You are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited U.S. college or university, and your education will continue through at least the Fall 2025 semester.
OR
You are a high school senior who will be starting your college or university education in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026.
You are a U.S. citizen.
You have a current overall GPA of at least 3.0.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.kanoski.com/community-involvement/distracted-driving-scholarship
Deadline: November 12th
Award Amount: $1,000-$7,500
Awards Available: 500
Eligibility:
MVS scholarships are for high school seniors who plan to pursue a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university starting in 2026-27. Some important applicant details include:
Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks.
Male and female students compete separately.
Please choose Highland #981 as your sponsoring Lodge.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm
Deadline: November 6th
Award Amount: $250,000
Awards Available: 300
Eligibility:
A) Be living in and attending their last year of secondary school in the US or its territories.
B) Accept the challenge of conducting independent science, math or engineering research.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/
Deadline: November 15th
Award Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
This competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2025-2026 academic year. String, piano and harp players are eligible to apply. (Woodwind, brass and percussion players will be eligible in the 2026 competition.)
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.marineband.marines.mil/Educational/Concerto-Competition/
Deadline: November 15th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 2
Eligibility:
A) Be between the ages of 14-25 and be attending school in the Fall of 2026.
B) Submit a response to the essay prompt.
Applications can be found by going to: https://studentscholarships.org/easy.php
Deadline: November 15th
Award Amount: $500
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
Be between the ages of 16 and 25 on the day of the deadline.
Submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the deadline.
Have at least one full year of post-secondary studies remaining at the time of the award. (Current High School Students are also eligible.)
Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Be a citizen of the United States or Canada.
Applications can be found by going to: https://odenzascholarships.com/#google_vignette
Deadline: November 17th
Award Amount: $20,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
A) Be a senior in high school.
B) Have the intention of pursuing a career in the STEM fields.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/
Deadline: November 30th
Award Amount: $3,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
This application is open to female high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students. Due to complexities with international funding, we will only consider submissions from U.S. citizens.
Please specify your intended field of study and your current grade or degree level within your application. We also request either proof of college acceptance or a high school transcript at the time of submission.
Applications can be found by going to: https://designli.co/women-in-tech-scholarship
Deadline: November 30th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
Students must be enrolled in a vocational program or two to five-year post-secondary institution for the upcoming semester.
Any employees of Largey Law, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), or persons living in the same households as such individuals (whether related or not) are not eligible to participate in the competition.
Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and good overall academic standing.
Applications can be found by going to: https://largeylaw.com/largey-law-overcoming-the-impossible-scholarship/
December Deadline
Deadline: December 1st
Award Amount: $3,000
Awards Available: 6
Eligibility:
an undergraduate student enrolled in an accredited two-year college, four-year college or a university; or a high school senior accepted for such enrollment.
pursuing, or planning to pursue, a course of study leading toward a career in physics teaching in the high schools.
showing promise of success in their studies, and
a citizen of the United States of America.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm
Deadline: December 1st
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 8
Eligibility:
Enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university. Please note that all types of colleges, including four-year, community colleges and “junior colleges” qualify for eligibility.
Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Essay submission must be received by December 1, each year.
Applications can be found by going to: https://lambergoodnow.com/lg-scholarships/
Deadline: December 5th
Award Amount: $38,000
Awards Available: 10
Eligibility:
Be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
Be 18 years of age or older by January 1, 2027
Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Be currently pursuing, or intend to pursue in fall 2026, a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in a SMART STEM discipline*
Planning to attend, or enrolled in, a regionally accredited U.S. college or university
Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance**
Be requesting between 1-5 years of degree funding. Degree funding will start in August 2026
Complete summer internships for awards greater than 1.5 years
Accept a one-for-one post graduation service commitment as a civilian employee of the Department of Defensewww.smartscholarship.org/smart
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.smartscholarship.org/smart
Deadline: December 8th
Award Amount: $2,000
Awards Available: 4
Eligibility:
All applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution (high school or college) in the continental United States or Puerto Rico.
All applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Puerto Rico
If an applicant is under 18 and is selected as a potential HFE scholarship recipient, the student’s parent or legal guardian must sign an Affidavit of Eligibility and Assignment of Rights to be confirmed as a winner.
Scholarship funds awarded to winners must be used for education, such as tuition and related fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses at an accredited post-secondary educational institution.
GPA Level Requirement: 2.5 or higher
Students must provide a 300-word (high school) or 500-word (college) essay on “How Denny’s can help bring communities together?”.
Student must also provide the following:
A recent portrait photo (headshot), suitable for use in any printed literature announcing the recipients. Selfies or cropped photos are not accepted.
Most recent school transcript, all transcripts must be attached as a PDF document. Unofficial Transcripts are accepted.
Applicants must submit a one-page resume in PDF form.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.ushli.org/dennys-scholarship-application/
Deadline: December 15th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
A) Be in Grade 11 or Grade 12.
B) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
Applications can be found by going to: https://scholarshipguidance.com/common-app-scholarship-application
Deadline: December 15th
Award Amount: $2,500
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
Applicant must be a full-time student accepted to or enrolled in an accredited college or university that awards a Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in the United States.
Open to high school seniors and present undergraduate students enrolled at a university in the United States/or its territories.
Applicant must be a citizen of the United States and live in the United States and/or its territories.
Areas of study included can be STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) related fields, ecology, social sciences, environmental, business, health, law, agriculture, food sciences, computer science, education, construction, and any degrees which can be applied to interstellar space travel missions and to help establish successful civilizations
Applications can be found by going to: https://irg.space/scholarships/2026-scholarships/
Deadline: December 15th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
Citizen of the United States or in possession of an Alien Registration Card
High school senior or enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university
Achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Pursuing a degree in the medical field such as therapy, nursing, medicine, nutrition, laboratory science, dentistry, health law, etc.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.avacaremedical.com/scholarship
Deadline: December 15th
Award Amount: $3,500
Awards Available: 3
Eligibility:
Good Standing - Be in good academic standing with your current educational institution.
Age - If under 18, have the permission of your parent or guardian to apply.
Country / Citizenship - There is no restriction on students outside of the United States or non-citizens of the U.S. entering the contest.
Language / Laws - The submissions, including the essay, must all be in English and the essay must be based on U.S. laws and policies.
Recognized Academic Institution - The academic institution to where the applicant is currently enrolled and/or enrolled next year, needs to a recognized educational institution currently offering an academic educational curriculum to a body of students. However, the educational institution can be outside of the United States, and the student can be taking courses on-line or on a part-time basis. To qualify, the program in which the student is enrolled needs to be at least six (6) months in length and result in a certificate or degree.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.ny-bankruptcy.com/scholarship/
Deadline: December 19th
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
Be a citizen of the United States
Diagnosed with autism
Would like to further their education beyond the secondary school (high school) level.
We do not require that an applicant be enrolled in any educational institution or program when the application is submitted. We also reserve the right to ask you for verification of your ASD diagnosis.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.jkphoenixpersonalinjuryattorney.com/autism-scholarship-contest/
Deadline: December 31st
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
To be eligible for The Power of Resilience Scholarship, applicants should be in either high school or college (undergraduate or graduate program) and must show good academic standing with a GPA of at least 3.0. The scholarship recipient will have made clear their interest in the power of personal resilience when in crisis.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.scottglovsky.com/power-resilience-scholarship/
Deadline: December 31st
Award Amount: $10,000
Awards Available: 2
Eligibility:
A) Be a high school senior intending to pursue an aerospace STEM Major in one of the following areas: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering or Physics.
Applications can be found by going to: https://aiaa.org/get-involved/k-12-students/scholarships/aiaa-lockheed-martin-marillyn-hewson-scholarship/
Deadline: December 31st
Award Amount: $200,000
Awards Available: 30
Eligibility:
A) Be under the age of 22.
B) Be interested in designing and building things.
Applications can be found by going to: https://thielfellowship.org/faq/
Deadline: December 31st
Award Amount: $1,500
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
A) Be entering, or currently pursuing, an educational program related to nursing or medicine.
B) Be at least 17 years old with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Applications can be found by going to: https://nurse.org/healthcare-leaders/
Deadline: December 31st
Award Amount: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Eligibility:
A) Have experienced a birth/childhood injury.
B) Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.gideonasen.com/gideon-asen-perseverance-scholarship/
January Deadline
Opens: January 1st, 2026
Deadline: March 1st, 2026
Award Amount: $2,000 per semester ($16,000) awarded to 150 students
$5,500 per semester ($44,000) awarded to 10 students
Eligibility:
US Citizen
Resident of Lake, Newton, Porter, or Jasper County, Indiana
Current senior at a Lake, Newton, Porter, or Jasper high school or homeschooled
Minimum GPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0)
Minimum composite 1200 SAT or 25 ACT (may be super scored)
Admitted to one of the following universities
Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana University Northwest
Purdue University West Lafayette
Purdue University Northwest
Indiana University Indianapolis
Purdue University in Indianapolis
Ball state University Muncie
Applications can be found by going to: https://dyescholarships.org/
Questions: info@dyescholarships.org or 219-836-1100
February Deadline
Opens: September 1st, 2025
Deadline: February 2nd, 2026
Award Amount: $4,000
Awards Available: 350
Eligibility:
Student must be a child or grandchild of dues-paying Elk members
Applications can be found by going to: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/Legacy.cfm
Contact Mr. Pillar with any questions:
219-671-1740