Builder's Association Scholarships (Oct. TBA). $3000 scholarships for outstanding individuals preparing for a career in construction.

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship (Nov. 12): You do not need to be related to an Elk member to apply. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship. (Nov. 14): The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities. Deadline is mid-November of your senior year; awards up to $55,000/year for four years. https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/

Equitable Excellence Scholarship: 100-$5000 renewable awards and 100-$2500 one time awards https://equitable.com/foundation/equitable-excellence-scholarship

Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship (Jan. 08): 100 awards for students (ages 16-26) who are passionate about creating a better future and making a positive impact on their community. This is not needs or achievement-based; it is a passion-based scholarship program. https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Program (Jan. 15): Scholarship awards range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $5,000 awards. (due 1/15 but recommender due 1/12). https://apiascholars.org/scholarship/apia-scholarship/. 

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship (Jan. 15): 39 - $5000 awards for seniors interested in public service https://www.gwcf.org/scholarship. 

Diversity Advancement Scholarship - Architecture ($20,000) (due 1/10). https://architectsfoundation.org/our-impact/architecture-scholarships/the-diversity-advancement-scholarship/

Daughters of American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships (Jan. 31): Awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas (history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English). $20,000+ https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships

 Washington Opportunity Scholarship (Feb. 26): Up to $22,500 in financial aid support and access to career-launching support services for students pursuing high-demand STEM and healthcare majors. This scholarship can cover tuition, fees and other indirect costs of attendance such as housing, transportation, food and more. Funding can be used for any eligible STEM or health care degree at any eligible public or private college or university in Washington state. Washington Opportunity Scholarship

Elks Foundation National Legacy Award (Feb. 3): Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of living Elks members. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/legacy.cfm

McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program (Feb. 6): Awarded to 30 outstanding Hispanic students from all over the country, funds are aimed to help recipients finance their college tuition. There are three tiers: Tier 1 recipients will be awarded up to $100,000. Tier 2 recipients will receive $20,000 or $10,000. Tier 3 recipients will receive $5,000. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievement, community involvement, personal statement and financial need. https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (Feb. 15): HSF has awarded over $708 million in scholarships; HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000. https://www.hsf.net/scholarship

Farm Kids for College Scholarship (Feb. 15): three awards for high school students planning to earn an agricultural degree from an accredited college or university.  Farm Kids for College Scholarships 

Military Benefits Association Scholarship (Feb. 27): 20 awards of up to $2000 to assist members' dependent children and spouses, along with National Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans who are members and who plan to continue education in college or vocational school programs. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at any accredited institution of the student's choice. https://www.militarybenefit.org/membership-benefits/benefits-offered/scholarship-program/

Horatio Alger Scholarships (Mar. 1): Awards $2,500-$10,000 for students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as have critical financial need https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/

Skagit Valley College (Mar. 5): up to  $900,000 for over 350 students attending SVC:
Scholarships-Main - Skagit Valley College Foundation (skagitfoundation.org)

Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship (Mar. 7): This $2,500 award is designed to reward Washington students who demonstrate good citizenship while striving to attain their academic goals. https://kellyfoundationwashington.org/

NPC Centennial Scholarship. (Mar. 9): 10-$2,000 awards for women graduating this year who are college bound and are interested in joining a sorority. https://npcwomen.org/centennial/

Connex Foundation Scholarship (Mar. 10): Scholarships up to $5,000 each in 2023 to individuals pursuing a career in the skilled trades - https://www.connexfoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/

WIAA Smart Choices Scholarships (Mar. 14): Recognizing graduating seniors from WIAA member high schools for excellence in athletics/activities, academics, leadership and community service throughout their high school careers by awarding three (3) $5,000 scholarships and 12 $1,000 scholarships. https://www.wiaa.com/smartchoices/

Pacific NW Assoc. for College Admission Counseling (Mar. 15): 10 - $2,000 scholarships. https://www.pnacac.org/student-scholarships

Sub Pop Loser Scholarship (Mar. 18): 3 - $6000 scholarships for WA & OR students interested in music and/or creative media and arts in some way. https://www.subpop.com/scholarship

Washington Award for Vocational Excellence WAVE (Suspended for 2025-2026): WAVE is a merit scholarship that honors the achievements of Washington’s top career and technical education students. It celebrates the value of real-world, hands-on learning in Washington. https://wtb.wa.gov/wave/

Questbridge College Prep Scholars Program (Mar. 20): This program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/college-prep-scholars

Washington Water Service Scholarship (Mar. 27): must live in the Washington Water Service area (Rosario, Woodlands) https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/calwaterscholarships/

Whatcom Community College Foundation Scholarship (Apr. 1): More than 250 opportunities for WCC students. https://www.whatcom.edu/future-students/paying-for-college/scholarships

Renton Community Foundation (Apr. 8): Several scholarships for Washington State residents. Renton Community Foundation 

Accountants of Tomorrow Merit Scholarship (Apr. 25): Two $1,000 scholarships to a Skagit, Island, or San Juan County high school senior who plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in accounting. https://larsongross.com/about-us/

 See: Orcas Island Local Scholarship Book

Society of Women Engineers (SWE) (varies; due May 1, letters of rec due May 8): Many awards for female High School seniors who plan to study an accredited engineering program in college. https://swe.org/scholarships/swe-scholarships/

Maxwell Scholarship (May 9): To assist high school seniors from Western Washington in obtaining a higher education. Up to $5,000 per year or less based on financial need. This award has the potential to be renewed for up to an additional three years of undergraduate education based on financial need and reasonable progress toward graduation. Maxwell Scholarship

Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship (June 15): 500 awards up to $2500. https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/technical/