Local Scholarships
August - Scholarship Deadline
September - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: September 1st, 2022
October - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: October 14th, 2022
- to help and encourage persons with diverse experiences and backgrounds to enter the legal profession;
- to promote increased participation by diverse lawyers in the activities, programs, and projects of the Texas Young Lawyers Association and the State Bar of Texas; and
- to encourage all members of the Texas Young Lawyers Association and the State Bar of Texas to acknowledge the importance of diversity, to promote greater inclusion of diverse members of the profession, and to facilitate greater access to programs, services, and employment opportunities for diverse members of the profession.
TYLA intends to award three scholarships, first place $5,000, second place $3,000, and third place $1,500 to one or more law students from the ABA-accredited law schools or ABA-provisionally approved law schools in Texas. The recipient must be attending one of these Texas law schools.
Deadline: October 31st, 2023
November - Scholarship Deadline
December - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: December 31st, 2022
January - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: January 27th, 2023 (Postmark)
Deadline: January 27th, 2023
February - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: February 21st, 2023
Deadline: February 28th, 2023
Deadline: February 28th, 2023
March - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: March 1st, 2023
#1 - The local Bell County Area Go Texan Scholarship. BCAGT is excited to announce that our committee will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a recipient from each public high school in Bell County from the 2023 graduating class. This scholarship can be utilized at any college, university, trade/certificate school.
#2 - The Houston Area Go Texan Scholarship - \This scholarship is a $20,000 scholarship (over 4 years) and there will be a minimum of 1 recipient awarded. However the more qualified applicants we have, the more scholarships that will be awarded within Bell County. In 2022 there was only 30 applicants, therefore the odd of receiving this scholarship are GREAT!
Deadline: March 1st, 2023
Deadline: March 11, 2023
Deadline: March 14th, 2023
There’s a severe stigma associated with mental health illness that prevents those closest to us from getting the help they need. By promoting open, judgment-free dialogue, together we can shatter the stigma and normalize the conversation around mental health.
The Quell Fighter Scholarship is awarded to a select high school senior or a current undergraduate/graduate student that is being treated for a diagnosed mental health condition. The award was established by The Quell Foundation'sAwareness Fund as a means to create a paradigm shift in the care and treatment of people with mental health illness. This important recognition is accompanied with: A one-year distribution of a $7,500 - $10,000 scholarship. Opportunity to participate in the foundation’s awareness events/activities.
Deadline: March 25th, 2023
Submissions must be mailed in. Paper copies of this scholarship can be picked up from Ms. Pontillo in the counseling office or you can click the button above to download the application.
Deadline: March 26th, 2023
a. What teacher/event(s) led you to choose a future in an educational setting?b. Describe what attributes/accomplishments in your life illustrate your aptitude and/or interest in education.c. What aspects within your district influenced your decision to enter your profession?
Deadline: March 27th, 2023
Deadline: March 31st, 2023
April - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: April 1st, 2023
Deadline: April 1st, 2023
Applicants must complete the attached application and submit it with two letters of recommendations. An official transcript will need to be enclosed and the application also requests an essay of at least 500 words. Submit all the items requested must be submitted by the deadline.
Deadline: April 1st, 2022
Deadline: April 1st, 2022
Please complete the attached application and submit it with twoletters of recommendations. An official copy of your transcript will needto be enclosed as well. The application also requests an essay of at least500 words. Submit all the items requested to the address or emailaddress at the bottom of the application. Please note the deadline date onthe application.
Deadline: April 2nd, 2023
Deadline: April 7th, 2023
Submissions must be mailed in. Paper copies of this scholarship can be picked up from Ms. Pontillo in the counseling office or you can click the button above to download the application. Submissions must be postmarked and in the us postal service by April 7th, 2023.
Deadline: April 14th, 2023
Submissions must be mailed in. Paper copies of this scholarship can be picked up from Ms. Pontillo in the counseling office or you can click the button above to download the application.
Deadline: April 15th, 2023
Submissions must be mailed in. Paper copies of this scholarship can be picked up from Ms. Pontillo in the counseling office or you can click the button above to download the application.
Deadline: April 17th, 2023
- GPA must be 2.75 or higher (C+ / 78) or better.
- Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen and a Bell County resident.
- The applicant must be a graduating high school student, current college student or reentering college.
- Applicant must have applied to or be enrolled in a college, university, or graduate school, including 2-year college, or vocational school that leads to an associate's degree or equivalent.
- 3 scholarships to be awarded
- $500 each
- attended Sparta Elementary School for at least 1 year of your elementary school career
- must also be attending a 4 year college, community college, or trade school
- applications accepted through Sunday, April 23rd, 2023
Deadline: April 26th, 2023
Deadline: April 28th, 2023
- Financial need — from parent/guardian resources (or applicant’s if relevant)
- Academic achievement — from high school & college (if attending) records
- Service & leadership — from active participation in non-academic activities or service projects, balanced with need to work and/or help out with family
- Ability & commitment — what you have achieved while handling life’s issues
Deadline: April 28th, 2023
Written Essay Scholarship - Multiple Prompts available to choose from.
Completed submissions must be submitted via US Postal Service and must be postmarked by April 28th to be considered.
Deadline: April 30th, 2023
May - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
In addition, Central Texas College, Temple College, and Texas A&M University – Central Texas are making dedicated scholarships available ranging from $1,000 to $2,500. The scholarship window to apply is open from now until May 1st. To be eligible, AUSA membership is required by the family member or student but basic membership is free.
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
Deadline: May 1st, 2023
Submissions must be mailed in. Deadline for submissions is May 1st.
Deadline: May 12th, 2023
Scholarship Requirement: Applicants will be evaluated primarily upon, but not limited to, the following criteria by the Lions Club Scholarship Committee. Excellence in character and moral judgment, Academic standing in the top 50 percent of class, Participation in campus activities, Community and or church involvement., and Honors and Awards. If the student should desire to attend the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, the university may match this scholarship, in conjunction with the student’s overall financial aid package.
Deadline: May12th, 2023
Scholarship Requirements: Applicants will be evaluated primarily upon, but not limited to, the following criteria by the Lions Club Scholarship Committee. Excellence in character and moral judgment, Academic standing, Participation in campus activities, Community and or church involvement, Honors and Awards. If the student should desire to attend the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, the university may match this scholarship if no other scholarship has been awarded.
Deadline: May 15th, 2023
Deadline: May 26th, 2023
June - Scholarship Deadline
Deadline: June 30th, 2022
July - Scholarship Deadline
Varies - Scholarship Deadline