General Description and Purpose

Established in 1972, the Tuition Assistance Grant Program (VTAG) is designed to assist Virginia residents who attend accredited private, nonprofit colleges and universities in Virginia for other than religious training or theological education. The VTAG is authorized in § 23.1-628 of the Code of Virginia as the Tuition Assistance Grant Act.

Application Process

Applications may be acquired from the financial aid office of the private institution the student plans to attend. Completed applications must be submitted to the financial aid office of the institution on, or before, July 31 prior to the fall semester of enrollment. Applications submitted after July 31, but no later than December 1, will be considered for an award only if funds are available.

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VTAG FACT SHEET

The purpose of the Virginia Guaranteed Assistance Program (VGAP) is to provide an incentive to financially needy students now attending elementary and secondary school in Virginia to raise their expectations and their academic performance and to consider higher education an achievable objective in their future. The law requires that the awards to undergraduates be proportional to need so that the students with the greatest need receive the largest awards.

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Description

Established in 2007, the Two-Year College Transfer Grant Program (CTG) provides an incentive for students to first complete an associate degree at a Virginia public two-year college before transferring to a participating Virginia four-year college or university as a means to reduce the overall cost towards completing a bachelor’s degree. 

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Description

The purpose of the Virginia Commonwealth Award is to assist undergraduate students with financial need and graduate students to pay part of their college costs. The funds are appropriated directly to each state-supported institution. Funds may be used for need-based grants to Virginia resident undergraduates or for grants or assistantships to graduate students (both in-state and out-of-state). The law requires that the awards to undergraduates be proportional to need so that the students with the greatest need receive the largest awards.

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Check out THIS LINK for several scholarship opportunities.

The NRCC Educational Foundation awards scholarships to qualified persons for attendance at New River Community College. The award amount is $1,700 per academic year - $850/semester. These awards are based on criteria such as financial need and scholastic achievement. Students who qualify for federal funding - such as the Pell Grant - also qualify for this $1700 scholarship. 

ACCESS THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION HERE

You must have an NRCC Application on file to apply for this scholarship. Your NRCC application will generate an NRCC email and an NRCC student number (also knows as a SIS #). Both these items are needed to apply for this scholarship. If you took any dual enrollment classes while in high school, you already have an NRCC application on file. If you don't know your NRCC student number or email, reach out to one of your PCHS Career Coaches to obtain: Mrs. Kleppin or Mrs. Weightman.

PLEASE NOTE: If students use the ACCE program they are not eligible for the NRCC Educational Foundation scholarship. HOWEVER, if students qualify for the Pell Grant they will not need the ACCE funding and they WILL qualify for the NRCC Educational Foundation scholarship. The FAFSA must be completed for scholarship consideration.

The purpose of this detailed listing of Virginia scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Virginia students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details.

VIRGINIA SCHOLARSHIPS

This year's Pamplin Leadership Award (PLA) season is now open! The PLA was established by Robert B. Pamplin, Sr. (VT Class of 1933) and Robert B. Pamplin, Jr. to acknowledge students who demonstrate superior intellectual promise, academic performance, dedication to their communities, interest and success in physical fitness and health, and unimpeachable integrity.

The PLA is a one-year, merit-based $5,000 Virginia Tech scholarship presented to up to forty qualified students from Virginia's public high schools. PCHS will nominate one student who must have a 3.8 or better GPA.

Interested applicants must email Mrs. Vest at cvest@pcva.us by Fri, Dec 19 their interest in applying for the Pamplin Leadership Scholarship. In the subject line type your name and Pamplin Leadership Scholarship. In the body of the email write a paragraph describing the leadership roles you have held during your high school career and describe what makes you an effective leader.    

Qualifications: seniors must have a 3.8 GPA, have already applied to VT, and created a guest account for VT which provides access to VT's Scholarship Central and specifically the Pamplin Leader Award (PLA) scholarship.  The PCHS student selected to represent PCHS for application to the PLA will be required to complete an essay in the VT scholarship application addressing effective leadership due by January 7.  

The essay is:  In 500 words or fewer, discuss your understanding of effective leadership. [1] What are some qualities of effective leadership? [2] How do you measure effective leadership? [3] Describe the qualities of one effective leader you know, including evidence of how they exemplify these qualities. [4] Where, when, and how have you applied these qualities in your own leadership roles to date? [5] How, specifically, do you intend to continue your development as a leader at Virginia Tech?

PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be validated by the high school official listed in the application by January 7, 2026, to be considered. This means that the applicant must complete the application several days prior so that the system has time to generate the verification form to the school official. This deadline is firm - students must plan ahead and not procrastinate. Any request for an application extension will be denied.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation scholarship application opens September 2025. Click HERE for more information and to apply.

APPLICATION COMPONENTS

The online Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship application includes:

• • One recommendation

  • Demographic information

  • High school information, including a high school transcript

  • College and early career goals

  • Four essays

  • Activities, honors, and distinctions

  • Completion of CSS profile

  • Test scores (AP, IB, PSAT, ACT, or SAT), if applicable

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a graduating high school senior

• Be a United States citizen

• Submit evidence of financial need

• Demonstrate a record of academic excellence

• Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service

• Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college/university within the United States or affiliated with a U.S. based

• college or university

• Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college

The Virginia Junior Chamber International Senate (VA JCI Senate), an affiliate organization of the Virginia Jaycees, is proud to continue to offer the future leaders of American an opportunity to earn scholarship money for the pursuit of higher education. The application, requirements and student checklist can be found at THIS LINK.

In addition to the scholarship for four-year schools we now have one for trade, vocational, or technical schools. The same application is used, but the student must select Trade School/Vocation/Technical Institute on the third page.

We offer over 80 scholarships to support students throughout our service area. Each scholarship has its own criteria and purpose. To explore available scholarships and their requirements, view our Scholarship Listing page. Application portal opens November 1, 2025.

CLICK HERE to learn more and apply.

*Must be a current member for at least 6 months in good standing (as defined in the Member Account Agreement provided to you at the time you became a member). Member One has selected an independent Scholarship Committee to review applications and select two recipients. The decision of the Committee is final and shall not be overturned or challenged by Member One or anyone else. Member One reserves the right to modify, cancel, or discontinue this scholarship at any time.

APIA Scholars provides scholarships to qualified students of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage pursuing an undergraduate degree at a U.S.-accredited college or university. Scholarships range from one-time $2,500 awards to multi-year $20,000 awards. Learn more and apply.  Click HERE for application tips and resources to get you started, or to wrap it up!

Application deadline: January 15, 2026

Students applying for admission to Virginia Tech who wish to apply for scholarships first need to complete the admissions application. After submitting your admissions application, you will should receive an email from the Office of Admissions with instructions on creating your admissions portal login credentials. After logging into your admissions portal, you may login to the system by clicking on the Scholarship Central link. 

Here is the link to the General Scholarship portal: https://vt.academicworks.com/ click SIGN IN in the upper right corner.

The VT General Scholarship deadline is January 22.

Instructions for accessing the General Scholarship portal found HERE. 

The instructions may be a little dated, but should help.

Students can visit cfnrv.org/scholarships to review information about the scholarships and to apply. Since issuing our first scholarship in 2002, we have awarded $1,270,000+ to more than 1,200 students. Through the generosity of many donors, in 2026, we will give out more than $100,000 in scholarships to students living or studying in New River Valley. 

The CFNRV’s scholarship application is open to high school students planning to pursue a degree or undergraduate students currently in school at 2- or 4-year colleges or universities as well as trade or technical schools. Older adults returning to school are also welcome to apply as are ACCE students from New River Community College. Additionally, there is one scholarship available to students pursuing a doctorate at Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

While there are dozens of CFNRV funds set up to give out scholarships each year, applicants only need to submit a single application to the Foundation and indicate the scholarships for which they would like to be considered.

Questions? Contact Info

Laura Pynn

laurapynn@cfnrv.org

540-381-8999

This year’s scholarship is open to graduating seniors from the Class of 2026. The 2026 spring scholarship recipients will be honored and presented with their awards at the 2026 VSBA Regional Spring Networking Forums, which will take place between March 3 and May 12, 2026, at varying locations in each VSBA region. Attendance to the respective Regional Networking Forum is required in order to receive the scholarship.

DETAILS AND APPLICATION HERE

Scholarships

Each year the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas of study including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English. 

DAR’s scholarships are awarded and judged without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability.

• Applicants must be citizens of the United States.

• Applicants must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.

• All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance.

• Awards are based on academic excellence, commitment to the field of study, and/or financial need, or other restrictions on specific scholarships.

• Awards are placed on deposit with the recipient’s college or university and any unused portion shall be returned to the DAR.

• Applicants are only eligible to receive one scholarship from the DAR.

The DAR Scholarship Committee Now Has an Online Submission Process

DAR is pleased to announce all students applying for scholarships offered by the DAR Scholarship Committee will submit their applications using the online application portal below (opens November 1, 2025).  

Questions? Contact Info

scholarships@nsdar.org 

DAR SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITE DETAILS

Enroll in our FREE online Constitution Studies program and apply for a scholarship of up to $10,000.

Scholarship Awards:

• 2 - $10,000 scholarships

• 2 - $5,000 scholarships

• 2 - $3,000 scholarships

• 32 - $2,000 scholarships

Scholarships can be used for tuition at universities, colleges, private high schools, and even trade schools.  

SEE DETAILS HERE

Applications are now open for the 23rd annual BBB Student of Integrity $1,500 scholarship! This scholarship honors high school seniors from our 32-county service area who personify ethics through leadership, community service, and actions. This is an essay-based scholarship. 

DETAILS HERE

Scholarship Requirements

• Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

• Have a minimum 3.0 GPA

• Official high school transcripts

• A personal letter of recommendation

• Answer an essay as part of the online application

Recipients will be recognized, and must attend, the Student of Integrity Awards Ceremony in Roanoke in April 2026.

Contact Info for Questions

If you have any questions or concerns about submitting your Student of Integrity scholarship application, please fill out the contact form listed at the BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE or contact our Scholarship Coordinator by Live Chat, phone, or email listed below.

BBB Scholarship Coordinator

Email: Scholarships@roanoke.bbb.org

Phone: 540-342-3455 ext. 3015

The ACCE program allows students to go to NRCC for two years tuition-free in exchange for 80 hours/year of community service to Pulaski County.

The ACCE (Access to Community College Education) program application opens on October 1 and NRCC's deadline is Feb 1. THIS IS A HARD AND FAST DEADLINE. ACCE is not binding so all students are encouraged to put it in place as a "back up plan." If you miss the Feb 1 deadline, you cannot put it in place after that time. 

You can access the program application at this link: www.nr.edu/acce. Click STUDENT ACCE APPLICATIONS and scroll to Pulaski County. Students need to know their NRCC student number and NRCC email address for the application. If you don't know it, reach out to your Career Coaches.

The FAFSA deadline for ACCE students is Feb 15. Be sure to list NRCC's federal code 005223 on the FAFSA so NRCC receives your information. Any questions on your status, contact your Career Coaches Kathy Kleppin, kkleppin@pcva.us or Elena Weightman, epweightman@pcva.us 

NOTE: Your Social Security Number MUST be on file with NRCC for them to see your FAFSA. If you are not sure, ask one of your Career Coaches, or call NRCC Admissions at 540-674-3603 and ask.

The Centennial Scholars Program (CSP) at JMU is a scholarship that provides full financial assistance and a multi-level academic support network for Pell Grant eligible students.   The CSP Award: Incoming First-Year students are eligible for a four-year award that covers housing, food, fees and standard in-state tuition. 

CSP Eligibility - Applicants must:

• Complete a JMU Admissions Application

• Have an exemplary academic performance history

• Qualify for In-State tuition

• Be eligible for a Pell Grant - Learn more!

Just five easy steps:

• STEP 1: Apply to JMU (If already done, go to STEP 2)

• STEP 2: Go to the JMU Scholarship Webpage and follow the instructions to login to the Madison Scholarships Hub using your JMU User ID and Password

• STEP 3: Complete the General Scholarships Application in the Madison Scholarships Hub 

• STEP 4: Fill out the Centennial Scholars Program Application and SUBMIT it by February 1

• STEP 5: Complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA* by February 1 at www.studentaid.gov.

Contact Information:

The Centennial Scholars Program

540-568-2803

centscholars@jmu.edu 

RU SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL

All admitted incoming students are welcome to apply in the RU Scholarship Portal. The scholarship portal is now open!

In addition to foundation scholarships that are specifically for incoming students, there are college/major based scholarships that faculty could potentially award to incoming students if they would so choose.

Virginia State Scholarship Fund (V.S.S.F.) provides a minimum of $1500 scholarships to women who are domiciled in Virginia to attend an accredited Virginia school of higher education. Funds for V.S.S.F. are contributed by Virginia P.E.O. Chapters and individuals. The number of scholarships awarded each year is based on the contributions to the V.S.S.F. each year. 

Virginia State Scholarship Descriptions and Frequently Asked Questions

Virginia State Scholarship Fund (V.S.S.F.) Online Application

This application applies to the 2025-2026 academic year (fall 2025 and spring 2026). V.S.S.F. Scholarships are available to women who:

1) are citizens of the USA or legal permanent residents, domiciled in Virginia,

2) are high school graduates,

3) are well-rounded in activities,

4) have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale,

5) have financial need, and

6) will be attending an accredited Virginia school of higher education as full time undergraduate students.

The completed and signed application form, including all supporting documents, must be submitted by February 15, 2025.

Please note: a student may be awarded a scholarship no more than two times and must submit a new application for each award.

The Dorothy Collins Scholarship, established in 2003, is available to women who are graduating seniors at Radford High School or Pulaski County High School, and will be attending an accredited institution as an undergraduate student. This $1,500 scholarship is for young women who desire higher education and require financial assistance to continue their education. 

P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization which awards scholarships to qualified women on an international, national, state and local level. Selection of the recipient will be in compliance with the P.E.O. Foundation’s Requirements for Educational Aid to Individuals, and money will be dispensed from the Foundation. The scholarship, named in honor of Dorothy Collins, is funded by the Warren B. Collins Trust and given for causes to benefit children and education. Dorothy Collins, the mother of two adopted children, devoted her life to helping underprivileged children. Consistent with her life, this scholarship was established to help young women in this community who need direct financial assistance to achieve their educational goals.

Complete the scholarship application online HERE. There are three items that needed to be submitted to your school counseling office (transcripts, SAR and letters of recommendation) - details are in the link.

NOTE: If the complete SAR (Student Aid Report) is not available, a printout of the page that identifies your SAI (Student Aid Index) can be accepted. Log on to studentaid.gov and view your dashboard for your SAI.

An application will not be considered complete unless all parts are received by the deadline. It is your responsibility to check when your school counseling office closes. If weather is a factor that week, be sure to submit early. If you have any questions do not hesitate to reach out to Kathy Kleppin at kfkleppin@gmail.com.

The VHSL Foundation Achievement Award, a $2,000 scholarship funded and awarded annually by the VHSL Foundation, recognizes 19 senior scholar-athletes and scholar-activity participants who have excelled in the classroom and athletic and academic activities and will attend a post-secondary institution in fall 2026. To learn details, click VHSL Foundation Achievement Award.

Who is this scholarship for, and how much is it?

For Students Attending The University Of Michigan. Up to $80,000 for eligible students from Virginia.

The Story

Carlos Bell (BSE ’44) was one of six students in his senior year at an American high school in Rio de Janeiro. When he enrolled the following year as an engineering student at the University of Michigan, he was faced with adapting to life in America and being, for the first time, a “small fish in large bowl.” In 1996, at the age of 73, Carlos had not forgotten his experiences as a young student; his college days had coincided with some of the darkest days of World War II. Feeling a great deal of compassion for the situations faced by young students-challenges appearing much greater to him than the ones he faced in 1940-Carlos and Gloria, his wife, decided to leave their entire estate to the University of Michigan, mostly to fund scholarships for undergraduate students in technical fields.

Mr. Bell had a deep appreciation for what Michigan enabled him to do and recalled fondly the guidance and support he received from Mechanical Engineering Professor Walter E. Lay. Carlos hoped the tuition support provided through the Bell Scholarship would work in a similar way to forward the careers of many other engineering, math and science students and that through this gift, other bright minds might study engineering at Michigan. Carlos believed in giving back to his community and would be gratified by the thought that recipients of the Bell scholarship would do the same by carrying on the tradition of providing scholarship support for talented students.

Carlos and Gloria Bell were residents of Williamsburg, Virginia. They met aboard a ship en route to Brazil in 1951 and were married soon thereafter. Mr. Bell managed a Chevrolet-Buick auto dealership in Virginia with his father, who had worked for General Motors, as had Carlos, following his graduation from Michigan. In their later years, Carlos and Gloria traveled extensively, often to attend cooking classes in pursuit of their shared culinary interests.

SEE DETAILS AND APPLICATION HERE

Eligibility, frequently asked questions, scholarship requirements and application can be found ONLINE HERE. Scholarships will be announced in May 2026. 

Questions can be directed to: Ellen Holder, Scholarship Director, ellen@csascholars.org 

$1,000 Award

Eligibility:

• be a high school senior at one of the above schools.

• be active in wrestling and student activities - OR be the son or daughter of a coach, official, or someone actively involved in wrestling (Only Stan Parker Scholarship)

• be accepted by a community college, trade school, state or private college, or university

• maintain at least a C average

• submit a legible transcript of grades

• furnish a letter of recommendation from the school counselor, teacher, principal, or assistant principal

• furnish a letter of recommendation from a person of your choice

• furnish a letter of recommendation from the wrestling coach or someone actively involved in the wrestling community (Only Stan Parker Scholarship) 

• submit a letter explaining financial need 

• submit a completed application (incomplete applications will not be considered)

See details HERE

Who are we?

The Ruritan Road Ruritan Club in Pulaski, VA recently voted to award one or more 2025 scholarships of $1,000 each for students pursuing postsecondary education.  The Ruritan Clubs are service clubs that try to help the needs of their local communities. Our national headquarters for Ruritan National is in Dublin, VA. 

Applicant Qualifications

The applicant must have primary residence in Pulaski County, Virginia

Preference will be given to students that are planning to attain training in community service jobs for example: EMT, Fire Department, Police, etc. This scholarship applies to students going to trade schools, community colleges, colleges, or universities.

Questions?

Bessie McCormick

Ruritan National Foundation Specialist

540-674-5431 ext. 302

foundation@ruritan.org

Mail to (postmarked by April 1):

Ruritan Road Ruritan Club

Scholarship Selection Committee

PO Box 2366

Pulaski, VA 24301

ACCESS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION HERE

Alice B. (Betty) Paulson was a nursing instructor for the R.N. program at Wytheville Community College for 22 years. She and her husband, Walter, and their family were active members of the Trinity Lutheran Church, Pulaski, for many years. Along with the Paulson family, O'Neal and Lucille Amos and their daughter, Sandra, were also very active in the life of Trinity Lutheran Church. Sandra, a medical technician, worked along with Betty Paulson for much of her career. Upon the deaths of Betty Paulson and Lucille Amos in 1994, their families created this scholarship fund in their memory. You can access and print a PDF document from HERE.

Eligibility: Applicants must be active members of their church. Awards shall be for full-time education in an instate community college, post-secondary technical institute or university; or out-of-state church-affiliated institution.

Requirements: Completed application, high school transcripts and two letters of reference.

Award: The scholarship is valued between $500 -$1,000 and will be awarded based on application information and follow-up questions which the selection committee may ask.

See details HERE. 

How to Qualify

Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing steps on BigFuture. Login to your College Board account, complete steps on your dashboard, and earn entries to win. One step completed = one entry in each monthly scholarship drawing. There are scholarship drawings starting January of your sophomore year until February of your senior year.   Click here for BigFuture Scholarship opportunities! 

See THIS LINK for information from FASTWEB on scholarships for the class of 2027.

While most other scholarships focus exclusively on academic achievement or leadership potential, Horatio Alger Scholarships are also intended for promising students who have critical financial need, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and are determined to succeed. Scholarships include: Undergraduate Scholarships, Career & Technical Scholarships and Graduate Scholarships.

SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL

If you need support or encounter any issues, please contact: scholarships@horatioalger.org 

Bold.org - the largest independent scholarship provider in the US with millions of active students.  Check out our scholarships HERE.

Questions? Contact info

Dror Liebenthal

CEO, Bold.org - The Bold Foundation

415-475-BOLD

1580 N. Logan St.

Ste 660, PMB 18696

Denver, CO 80203 US

The Student-View Scholarship is open to all students regardless of academic achievement or financial need. It is not currently open, but they plan to open it to 2024 grads. See the link below where you can sign up to be notified when it opens.

It is exceptionally easy to apply:

* NO minimum SAT or ACT score

* NO minimum grade point average

* NO lengthy, time-consuming paperwork

* NO essays

* NO application fees

Simply complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges. You will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award. CLICK HERE FOR THE 2026 STUDENT VIEW SCHOLARSHIP 

My name is Dror Liebenthal and I am the CEO of Bold.org, a student scholarship platform. I’m writing because we recently announced a ton of new scholarships for Black and African American students and we'd love to receive applications from your students. You can find more information about the available scholarships HERE.

Dror Liebenthal

CEO, Bold.org

https://bold.org

415-475-BOLD 

UNCF has helped more than 500,000 students earn their college degrees since its founding. UNCF is the nation’s largest private scholarship provider to minority group members. Each year, we award more than $100 million in scholarships to students attending more than 1,100 schools across the country, including our prestigious network of 37 HBCUs. Here is the link to the SCHOLARSHIPS.

We also manage a variety of scholarship programs, such as the Fund II Foundation UNCF STEM Scholars Program, UNCF/Koch Scholars Program, Walton K-12 Education Fellowship and the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Scholarship Program.

TheDream.Us is the nation’s largest college access and success program for immigrant youth, having provided more than 6,500 college scholarships to DREAMers at more than 70 partner colleges in 16 states and Washington, D.C. We believe nothing should stand in your way of a college education—not the cost, your immigrant status, or the lack of financial aid.  Our scholarships can help you pay for your college education.

Applications open on November 1st of each year.

The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in! Apply by signing-up for a Cirkled In account and then complete your portfolio.

To apply for the Cirkled In No Sweat Scholarship, create an account and tell us your complete story through your profile. No GPA or minimum income requirement. Just be YOU!

The Cirkled In Scholarship is broken down into two steps. First, create an account. Second, access your Cirkled In portfolio to start collecting points.

The No Sweat Scholarship is based on a point system. The more points you earn, the better your chance of being selected. Earn points by completing your portfolio and inviting your friends and teachers.

SEE DETAILS HERE

Click on the following links for many scholarship opportunities. If the link doesn't take you directly to a site, copy and paste it in to your browser. Happy hunting!

https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/home        

www.fastweb.com                            

www.scholarships.com

www.meritmoney.com                          

www.cappex.com                             

www.tuitionfundingsources.com         

www.studentscholarships.org        

www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships

www.unigo.com 

sallie mae scholly scholarships

Scholarships for Undocumented Students:

www.esperanzafund.org

www.thedream.us/resources/education 

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) values the efforts of early childhood professionals to increase their knowledge and skills in early care and education. To support increased education, the Virginia Child Care Provider Scholarship Program (VCCPSP) awards scholarships for undergraduate courses that focus on the care and education of young children at Virginia Community Colleges and approved Montessori Certification Programs.

ELIGIBILITY

This scholarship program is primarily available for child care educators working toward a Career Studies Certificate or AAS degree in Early Childhood Development.

To be considered eligible for a scholarship, individuals will be:

• an employee of a child care program located in Virginia, or

• a Virginia resident (as defined by the Code of Virginia) who is employed in a non-Virginia child care program, or

• a Virginia resident who intends to become employed in a Virginia child care program.

PRIORITY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Based on eligibility and the availability of funding, priority for scholarships will be given to applicants employed in the field of early care and education. For those not employed in child care, applications will be processed if funding is available.

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

Scholarships will support the cost of in-state tuition at Virginia’s Community Colleges and SCHEV-approved Montessori Certification Programs for up to two (2) APPROVED COURSES per semester when eligibility criteria are met, as long as the student has not exceeded the lifetime maximum scholarship award amount. Reduced scholarships may be awarded based on a student’s lifetime maximum scholarship award balance.

The maximum lifetime award amount for VCCPSP scholarships is $4,130 (effective October 2024) for new scholarship accounts.

• When a scholarship account is created, the maximum lifetime amount will not change even if the maximum amount is increased for new applicants.

• For approved (equivalent) undergraduate courses at a four-year college or university, the scholarship will pay $500 per course (effective March 2024) depending on the student’s scholarship balance.

COURSE OPTIONS

Scholarships are available for students enrolled in APPROVED COURSES at a Virginia Community College or SCHEV-approved Montessori Certification Program. Scholarships may also be awarded for equivalent courses at SCHEV-approved four-year colleges/universities. All equivalent courses must be approved by VDOE on a case-by-case basis.

HOW TO APPLY

Students interested in the scholarship may apply by submitting an online application during the open application period for each semester. Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the application period as funding may be limited.

Students should ENROLL in college courses PRIOR to submitting a scholarship application to be sure the course(s) desired is/are offered during the upcoming semester.

• Students may apply for scholarships each semester until they have reached their maximum lifetime award amount.

• Scholarships cannot be transferred from one semester to another or from one student to another.

WHEN TO APPLY

Scholarship applications are accepted for FALL, SPRING, and SUMMER academic terms. Students should register for courses PRIOR to applying for scholarship funds to be sure the course(s) desired is/are offered during the applicable semester.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PERIOD FOR FALL 2025 Scholarship Applications Accepted: June 15 – August 1, 2025

FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE DETAILS HERE.

Description

The Blacksburg Community Band Founder's Scholarship is given in honor of Ed Schwart. It was created to foster the desire in high school students to become lifelong musicians regardless of the profession they choose to pursue. It is open to students currently in grades 9-12 who reside in Montgomery, Pulaski, Floyd, and Giles Counties and the City of Radford who play a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument in a music program. The Founder's Scholarship is now permanently endowed and allows the band to award 2-$500 scholarships that can be used for private lessons, instrument repair or replacement, fees for music workshops, and college tuition. Applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2025.

Contact

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:

Cathy Duerbeck, BCB Vice President

twinmom@vt.edu

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DETAILS

Overview

The Virginia Department of Education announces the opening of the Granville P. Meade Scholarship, offering financial assistance to academically accomplished students facing financial challenges in attending college. The scholarship provides $2,000 per year for four years to eligible Virginia high school seniors attending any of Virginia's public or private colleges or universities. 

Application Process 

All submissions to the Virginia Department of Education must be through the SSWS Dropbox to ensure security and efficiency. The application window opens for all students on January 6, 2025.  Superintendents should provide contact information for their divisions and region using the Procedures and Contact Form. For detailed instructions, deadlines, procedures and application, visit the Granville P. Meade Scholarship webpage. 

Eligibility

Applicants must be: 

• A current senior;

• Planning to attend a postsecondary institution in Virginia (university, community college, or technical school); and

• Currently attending a public, private or homeschool in Virginia; however, they do not need to be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Strong applicants:

• Are academically successful. While there is no minimum GPA requirement; this scholarship is competitive in nature and, typically, recipients are those that have an above average academic record; and

• Have experienced significant financial hardships. 

Application Timeline

• Jan 6, 2025: Application window opens for all students

• Feb 3, 2025: Application deadline for PCHS seniors to submit their application to Ms. Vest in the School Counseling office

• February 7, 2025: Public School Principals submit compiled applications to Division Superintendents/POCs.

• February 10 – 21, 2025: First Round Reviews. Division Superintendents select their top five applications for Regional Review.

• February 21, 2025: Deadline for divisions leaders to submit their top five applicants to the region review round via SSWS Dropbox.

• February 24 – March 7, 2025: Regional Review Round

  • Regional chairs conduct reviews to select the top five applicants of the region.

  • VCPE and HEAV designated chairs submit top five applications to VDOE via SSWS Dropbox for agency review.

• March 7, 2025: Deadline for regional chairs to selected applicants to VDOE for the final review round.

• March 10 – 21, 2025: VDOE/SCHEV Review Window.

• April 7, 2025: Finalist awarded. 

WELV is thrilled to announce two $500 scholarships for future educators as part of our ongoing mission!  Eligibility: Open to female high school seniors or undergraduates pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. To apply, students write an essay explaining why you aspire to become a teacher. Share your personal story, what inspires you, and how you hope to impact the lives of others through teaching. Submit your essay using the link below. The application deadline is February 21, 2025, so don’t miss this incredible opportunity! We are honored to support you on your journey toward becoming an educator.   WELV SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Each year, we award $5,000 scholarships to 30 exceptional students who inspire us with their dedication and passion for learning.

To be eligible, you’ll need to:

• Be a current high school senior or current college student enrolled in an undergraduate program in 2026

• Be a member of VACU by Feb 28,2025 (You'll need your member number to apply. You can find your member number on your statements)

• Have a 2.5 GPA or better

• Submit a transcript from your current school

• Complete the online application by 11:59 pm on Feb 28, 2025

APPLY HERE

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a high school senior (or equivalent if homeschooled) in the local FRIENDS Chapter’s service area.  APPLY HERE!  Note: A college student reapplying for the scholarship in their first year of college should use the reapplicant application emailed to them. 

  • List of Schools in Virginia and North Carolina

  • Homeschool students are also eligible

  • Please email staff@friendsbrp.org if you believe your school is missing from the list

• GPA of at least 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale or equivalent

• Plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year institution of higher learning

• Plan to pursue a degree/career in science, environmental or cultural studies, or significantly participate as a volunteer to support activities as shown below.

  • FRIENDS has a broad definition of environmental studies, which includes studies in natural resources, sciences, engineering, land management, etc.

  • Relative cultural studies such as Old Time and Bluegrass music, Appalachian Studies, and more.

• Align with the mission of FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge by demonstrating a commitment to working to make Blue Ridge communities better in ways that celebrate our unique culture, natural beauty, and/or quality of life.

• Complete the entire application process and submit the packet on or before midnight March 10, 2025

There is a FLYER for this scholarship in the school Counseling office. There is not an online application. 

This is a History Essay Contest for seniors planning to attend any four year school in VA beginning in fall 2025. The Society will award scholarships of $4,000 to $6,000 to the authors of up to four outstanding essays. Essays are limited to 1,500 words and each year the essays concerns a historical document or event that played an important role in the establishment of our nation. This year's topic will be French Influence on the American Revolution. The essay should be written for the benefit of someone who has never studied the American Revolution. DETAILS in the flyer. Pick one up! Applications must be postmarked by Fri, March 14, 2025.

Shelor is offering (13) $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors in the counties of Montgomery, Giles, Craig, Floyd, Wythe, Pulaski and Radford City public schools. This is available to ANY student that goes to a public school in the counties listed above that participate in our Growing the Future Program - including any family members of employees! 

DETAILS AND APPLICATION HERE 

[Scroll down in the link to get to the scholarship application.]

The New River Valley Home Builders Association's 2025 Rick Whitney Memorial Scholarship Application is now available. The mission of the NRVHBA Scholarship Committee is to support the future growth of the construction industry by providing aid to deserving students planning to enroll in construction-related studies at Virginia's colleges, trade schools and within working internships. We will present a scholarship of $1,000 to a graduating senior who is interested in entering the building profession, including but not limited to architecture, drafting, building trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC), carpentry, contracting and engineering.

The application deadline is March 15, 2025.

Online Application: 2025 Scholarship

Applicants must be African-American and a graduating senior, who plans to enter a 2-4 year accredited institution of higher learning, and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher.

2025 Scholarship Application

CONTACT INFO:

Tanisha Nash

Scholarship Chair, <scholarship.rac6658@gmail.com> 

Roanoke Alumnae Chapter 

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

Program Overview

The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is aimed at bolstering educational and career opportunities for students from rural or underserved communities around the country. It was established in 1992 as part of the partnership between USDA and the 1890 land-grant universities.

USDA’s Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE) manages the 1890 National Scholars Program, which is aimed at increasing the number of students from rural and underserved communities who study food, agriculture, natural resource and other related sciences. The scholarship provides recipients with full tuition, fees, books, room and board. Scholars attend one of the 1890 land-grant universities and pursue degrees in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines. The scholarship may also include work experience at USDA. The program is a crucial part of USDA’s Next Generation efforts.

USDA awarded 94 1890 scholarships in Fiscal Year 2024.

The Award

The scholarship may be renewed each year, contingent upon satisfactory academic performance and normal progress toward a bachelor's degree. 

General Eligibility

To be eligible for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program scholarship a student must:

• • Be a U.S. citizen

  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale)

  • Have a minimum of 21 ACT, 1080 SAT scores

  • Have been accepted for admission or currently attending one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities.

    • • • • Alabama A&M University

          • Alcorn State University, Mississippi

          • Central State University, Ohio

          • Delaware State University

          • Florida A&M University

          • Fort Valley State University, Georgia

          • Kentucky State University

          • Langston University, Oklahoma

          • Lincoln University, Missouri

          • North Carolina A&T State University

          • Prairie View A&M University, Texas

          • South Carolina State University

          • Southern University, Louisiana

          • Tennessee State University

          • Tuskegee University, Alabama

          • University of Arkansas Pine Bluff

          • University of Maryland Eastern Shore

          • Virginia State University

          • West Virginia State University

  • Study agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or other related academic disciplines

  • Demonstrate leadership and community service

  • Submit an official transcript, from each high school and college attended, with the school seal and an authorized official's signature

  • Submit a 250-500 word essay for each of the following questions:

    • • How will the USDA 1890 National Scholarship support your career aspirations? If there is a particular mission area within USDA that also supports your career aspirations, please indicate that mission area.

      • What factors have influenced your decision to pursue academic studies in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or a supporting discipline (such as economics, computer science, accounting, etc.)?

  • Submit completed APPLICATION

Who Should Apply

Please consult THIS WEBSITE for details and access to the application. 

Deadline

March 15, 2025

Questions?

For any questions regarding the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program, please contact:

Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement

USDA/1890 Programs

1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Stop 0601

Washington, DC 20250

Telephone Number: (202) 720-6350

Email: 1890init@usda.gov or partnerships@usda.gov 

What is Bank Day?

The third Tuesday in March was declared Bank Day in Virginia by the Virginia General Assembly in 1991. On this day, Virginia high school seniors learn about banking, financial services, career opportunities in the industry and the vital role banks play in their communities. 

From their experience, the students are required to write an essay, and fourteen scholarships (six honorable mention, six regional, one statewide runner-up and one statewide) will be awarded on the basis of the essays. 

Program Details

The 2025 Bank Day Scholarship Program will be held in a hybrid format, with in-person or virtual experiences provided by your bank supplemented by content provided by the VBA! The VBA will also provide recommendations for how to host your students on your Bank Day, no matter what format you choose.

In addition to what the students learn during Bank Day gatherings hosted by your bank, participating students will have access to a VBA-created Bank Day resource page during the month of March 2025. The VBA-created resource page will house relevant information that will help students complete their essays for a chance to win college scholarships. 

Awards

$28,500 total will be awarded in 2026!

• $1,000 Each for six honorable mention scholarships

• $2,500 Each for six regional winners

• $2,500 Statewide Runner-Up winner ($5,000 total since all candidates will also be regional winners)

• $5,000 Statewide winner ($7,500 total since all candidates will also be regional winners)

LEARN MORE HERE!

PEO Chapter AB Scholarship

The purpose of the Chapter AB Local Scholarship is to support the pursuit of higher education by women graduating from Radford High School and Pulaski County High School who are meritorious students who will benefit from our financial support.  Special consideration will be given to women graduating from either Radford High School or Pulaski High School who have a parent or grandparent who is a member of Chapter AB.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Scholarship (application, essay and transcripts) needs to be given to Ms. Pratt in the School Counseling office by the end of the school day (early release) March 20. 

Contact

Mrs. Alice Collier

Chair, AB Chapter P.E.O. Local Scholarship Committee

gcollier98@aol.com

Each year, the Virginia School Counselor Association awards scholarships to deserving seniors pursuing post-secondary education.  Seniors have the opportunity to win a $1000 scholarship by writing a brief essay about a school counselor, past or present, that has made an impact on their life.  The counselor must be a current member of the VSCA in order for the student to be the selected recipient. 

This Scholarship is for Virginia graduating Seniors in the Class of 2025 who plan to attend a two or four year college or university, trade or technical program or enlist in any branch of the military. Go to the VSCA website and click on the 2025 Scholarship - Student Scholarship Link

Questions can be sent to vscascholarship@gmail.com

The Pulaski County Proud campaign seeks to convey pride in the Pulaski County, Virginia community while encouraging a standard of excellence among all of its citizens. Tell us what about Pulaski County's history and/or your own family's history makes you proud to be from this community and you may be selected as one of our annual scholarship recipients! Awards include $1,500 for 1st place, $1,000 for 2nd place, and $500 for 3rd place.

Deadline

Entries must be postmarked by April 1, 2025.

To be considered for the scholarship, entries must meet the following criteria:

• Be a Pulaski County High School senior. 

• Entries must include a printed and completed copy of this Application Cover Sheet.

• Entries must include an essay, written by the student, to be evaluated on the following:

  • Essays should be 750 words or less.

  • Essays should be typed, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins, using a serif typing font, i.e. Times New Roman.

Entries should be mailed to:

Pulaski County Proud Scholarship Program

c/o Tiffany Norman

Pulaski County Health Department

170 4th Street, NW

Pulaski, VA 24301

Entries will be evaluated by the Pulaski County Proud Scholarship Review Panel based on adherence to requirements:

use of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation; and relevance to the Pulaski County Proud campaign theme.

Questions?

Tiffany Norman

tiffany.norman@vdh.virginia.gov

540-585-3316

Jean Barnes Duerr

Jean Barnes Duerr, for whom this scholarship is named, was loyal member of P.E.O. and was a past president of Chapter AU of  the sisterhood until her death on February 6, 1991.  Jean B. Duerr was born in Calvin, Oklahoma, on May 10, 1914.  She attended college at Oklahoma State and Radcliffe.  While in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she married William A. Duerr and collaborated with him on technical papers and books in the fields of Forestry Economics and Policy.  They served the University of Kentucky, the United States Forest Service in New Orleans and Washington, D.C., the State University of New York, and the School of Forestry and Wildlife Resources at Virginia Tech.  Dr. William Duerr established the Jean B. Duerr Memorial Scholarship as a loving tribute to his wife’s memory. 

P.E.O.

The P.E.O. Sisterhood is an international philanthropic educational organization concerned with providing increased opportunities for higher education to women.  It is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and has chapters throughout the United States and Canada.

Scholarship Information

Virginia Chapter AU of the P.E.O. Sisterhood is pleased to announce the availability of scholarships from the Jean B. Duerr Memorial Scholarship Fund for women (undergraduate or graduate) who plan to attend, or are already enrolled in, an accredited college or university for the entire 2025-2026 academic year. 

Awards of approximately $2000 will be given to those applicants who best demonstrate academic achievement and community service. To be considered for an award, an applicant must be a full-time student and should have a minimum grade point average of 3.6. A full official transcript must be included with the application. College freshmen are required also to include their high school transcripts. Transfer students must include transcripts from prior colleges attended. PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES THE REGISTRAR FIVE TO TEN DAYS TO SEND TRANSCRIPTS, SO PLAN ACCORDINGLY. Transcripts may be sent separately, but must meet the same deadline as the application. Applications without transcripts will not be considered. Applicants must also have proof of enrollment by the time of scholarship funds disbursement.

Completed applications will be accepted via email or by USPS mail. Applications must be postmarked or e-dated by April 5, 2025, and returned to the above e-mail or P.O. box address for scholarships awarded for the 2025-2026 academic year. Please note that no applications, including those with April 5, 2025, postmarks or e-dates, will be accepted after April 12, 2025. Scholarships will be awarded in late May/early June. The application consists of four pages. Enclosed information and application forms may be copied as needed. Please note that the U.S. Postal Service or email submission should be used when sending the completed applications (Please mail early to avoid any postal delays); if you email the completed application, please note that we will take your email address as the official signature. Please do not send items via registered mail. Private carriers do not deliver to post office boxes. Questions may be directed to the Scholarship Committee Chair, Judy Davis, at the above address or at 540-449-3570 or JBDScholar@gmail.com.

Address to mail application

Chapter AU, Virginia, P.E.O. Sisterhood

Chairperson, Jean B. Duerr Scholarship Selection Committee

P.O. Box 10415

Blacksburg, Virginia 24062-0415

APPLICATION ACCESSED HERE

1) An individual is eligible for a Pulaski County Farm Bureau Scholarship one time.

2) County may give one scholarship of $1500.00 per year to a qualified applicant. This scholarship is awarded through a direct payment to the college of $750 per semester. The award recipient must provide proof of enrollment in good standing to Pulaski Co. Farm Bureau prior to the second payment.

3) The recipient must be a resident of Pulaski County but does not have to be a member of Farm Bureau.

4) The recipient must be accepted to or enrolled in either one of the following:  four-year college with the intent to major in an agricultural related field  articulating agreement program at a community college

5) Applicant must complete and sign the application form and submit with the necessary documents to:

Pulaski County Farm Bureau

Attention: Scholarship Committee

5828 Northwind Place

Dublin, VA 24084

(Email to: va77@vafb.com ; 

Fax: 540-674-4858; 

Office Phone: 540-674-5119)

6) April 11, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. – deadline for RECEIPT of application by the County Farm Bureau office. The selected applicant will be notified and announced soon thereafter.

7) Scholarship funds will be mailed directly to the college or university of the selected applicant.

8) Pulaski County Farm Bureau will decide annually if funds are available to offer the scholarship. We reserve the right not to award the scholarship if a suitable applicant is not found. The Board of Directors is charged with the responsibility of preserving the monies for worthy recipients that will give the program credibility.

9) Scholarship will be awarded on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, or disability.

Please attach the following to your application -  

An essay, one to two pages double spaced, discussing the following:

• • • How your chosen major will benefit your future plans in agriculture.

    • What do you see as the future of agriculture in Pulaski County, the state of Virginia, and our nation?

 Two letters of recommendation from non-family members.

 A copy of the letter of acceptance to the college that you will be attending.

 A copy of your high school or college transcript.

2025 PC FARM BUREAU SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Purpose

The Izaak Walton League helps to conserve, maintain, protect, and restore the soil, forest, water, and other natural resources of the United States and other lands; to promote means and opportunities for the education of the public with respect to such resources and their enjoyment and wholesome utilization. Part of our longstanding mission includes education. The New River Valley IWLA Conservation Scholarship program was established in 2023 to promote conservation leadership among future natural resource managers and professionals. This scholarship supports graduating high school seniors from the New River Valley who are from recognized conservation or environment-related degree programs. These degree and trade programs may include (but are not limited to) environmental science, natural resource management, forestry, wildlife, fisheries, parks and recreation, range management, and other related sciences such as ecology, biology (conservation/ field/ marine), geology, hydrology, and zoology.

See details HERE about the $2,000 scholarship.

Contact

Meghan Dove

meghan.dove84@gmail.com

You can email the application to Meghan Dove, or mail it to:
Izaak Walton League of America - New River Valley Chapter

Attn: Scholarship Committee

PO Box 595

Christiansburg, VA 24068

The PCHS Local Scholarship application is now available!  Access it here:  PCHS LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION.  One application for over 35 scholarships! The deadline to submit the application is Friday, April 11, 2025.  You can begin the application and go back and edit it as needed until the deadline. If you have any questions about the application please direct questions to Mrs. Vest at cvest@pcva.us.

This year The Cosmopolitan Club of Roanoke will award two $3,500 scholarships to a Senior High School male and a Senior High School female Cosmopolitan Track Meet participant that is pursuing further education after graduation. The scholarship proceeds are intended to be used exclusively for tuition expenses. The Cosmopolitan Club is an international service club and will consider each applicant’s record of service in awarding the scholarships. Financial need is not a consideration. Please refer to the procedure and eligibility requirements for further information. 

Eligibility Requirements: 

To apply, the applicant must be: 

• A graduating high school senior that is participating in the Cosmo track meet. 

• In the top 50% of your graduating class. 

• Seeking to attend a college, university or other school of higher learning. 

• Not related to any member of the Cosmopolitan Club of Roanoke. 

Procedure: 

1. Complete the application (below).

2. Be certain to include names and phone numbers of individuals that may be contacted to confirm your service in two areas – school and community service.

3. Complete the personal statement questions.

4. Upload at least one letter of recommendation.

5. Electronically submit your completed application by April 15, 2025.

6. The Award Date is May 3, 2025. 

For Receipt Of Scholarship Funds, The Recipients Must:

• Be enrolled in college, university or school of higher learning.

• Send a letter of notification by a qualified school official to the Cosmopolitan Club of Roanoke to confirm that enrollment has taken place and the student is attending classes.

• Upon confirmation, the scholarship check will be sent by the Treasurer of the Cosmopolitan Club directly to the institution on behalf of the enrolled recipient.

NOTE: BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION, THE APPLICANT UNDERSTANDS THAT ANY AND/OR ALL INFORMATION INCLUDED IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION AND THE APPLICANT AGREES TO COOPERATE IN VERIFYING THIS INFORMATION IF REQUESTED TO DO SO BY THE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE.

APPLY HERE

Purpose

The 2025 Pro-Life Scholarship Essay Contest is designed to encourage high school seniors to dive deeper into understanding the issues of abortion and how it continues to affect our culture as well as individuals’ lives. It is our hope that through careful research and study, students will gain a deeper understanding of prenatal development, abortion procedures, and loving and compassionate ways to support those facing unplanned pregnancies. Students should research their essay topics in order to write well thought out, original, and persuasive pro-life arguments.

Writing Prompt:  An unmarried friend or family member confides in you that they are facing an unplanned pregnancy and are planning to have an abortion. In a loving, winsome way, how would you attempt to convince them of the importance of valuing the life of this baby and continuing the pregnancy?

Eligibility

Entrants must be current seniors residing in Radford City, Craig, Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, Bland, Carroll, Galax, Grayson, Smyth, Tazewell, or Wythe Counties during the 2024-2025 school year in order to apply. All entries must be original essays that have not been previously published, received awards for,  or have been submitted for any other previous contests. 

Essay Length

700-1,000 words

Format

• PDF

• Typed

• Double-spaced

• APA Format

Scoring

All essays will have names removed and numbers assigned to each paper. Judges will then evaluate the papers on a scale of 1-5 in each of the following categories: Use of Evidence, Emotional Appeal and Persuasiveness, Grammar,  Adherence to Guidelines, and Originality 

1. Use of Evidence: Does the essay effectively use relevant facts, statistics, examples, and quotations with proper citations to support the pro-life stance?

2. Emotional Appeal and Persuasiveness: How effectively does the essay engage the reader emotionally while maintaining a persuasive and respectful tone? 

3. Grammar, Spelling, and Mechanics: Are there minimal errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, showing a high level of care and proofreading? 

4. Adherence to Guidelines: Does the essay meet the specified guidelines in terms of length, format, and focus on the prompt?

5. Originality: Does the essay provide unique perspectives or insights into the pro-life argument, rather than simply repeating common viewpoints?

Submission

Applicants must submit their entries through THIS LINK, completing all fields, indicating entrant’s name, home address, telephone number, age, grade level, name of school/homeschool, name of college or university he/she is planning to attend, and number of words in the essay. Identifying information should not appear elsewhere in the essay. Please refrain from naming any schools or churches that you currently or previously attended. Applicants must use reputable sources with an attached bibliography.

Deadline

Entries must be submitted no later than Friday, April 18, 2025. The first 25 submissions that meet the contest criteria will be accepted.

Awards

First: $1,500

Second: $1,000

Third: $750

Award recipients must apply their scholarship to an accredited college or university.  

Pregnancy Resource Center, Southwest Virginia

About Us:

Serving Southwest Virginia, we operate three clinics with locations in Blacksburg, Radford, and Wytheville. All of our services are free and confidential.

The Pro-Life Scholarship Essay Contest is designed to encourage high school seniors to dive deeper into understanding the issues of abortion and how it continues to affect our culture as well as individuals’ lives. See DETAILS HERE including eligibility, essay prompt, essay length, format and scoring.

Awards: The first 25 submissions that meet the contest criteria will be accepted.

• First: $2,500

• Second: $1,500

• Third: $1,000

Award recipients must apply their scholarship to an accredited college or university. The first 10 applicants who submit a pro-life essay, following the guidelines, will receive a $10 gift card to Chick-fil-A. 

New River Community Action is currently accepting applications for our 2025 George Ducker Scholarship Award. This scholarship is In memory of the Reverend George L. Ducker, member of the New River Community Action Board of Directors 1986-1992, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Radford, Radford City School Board, and United Way Board member, community leader and advocate of quality education for all. NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED ONLINE AT: NRCA George Ducker Scholarship Award. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY: April 19, 2025, at 5:00pm 

Return completed APPLICATION to Mrs. Alley no later than 4/21/25.

Must be actively enrolled in FFA and either enrolled in a 2 or 4 year college or have a business plan of what you want to do once you graduate high school.

The Dominion Energy Educational Equity Scholarship Program was established to assist students who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs. This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship, tuition assistance and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Awards are granted without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender, disability, or national origin.

Applicants to the Dominion Energy Educational Equity Scholarship Program must be a high school senior or graduate or current college undergraduate residing in one of the following states:

• CT, OH, WV, VA, MD, NC, SC, ID, WY, UT

• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year. Majoring in Electrical Engineering isn't required.  

• Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).

APPLICATION LINK HERE

The Virginia School Boards Association is holding a personal essay/speaking contest where the first-place winner will present before an audience of more than 200 school board members and administrators at the 2025 VSBA Conference on Education held at the Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa at Short Pump on July 25, 2025. Additionally, the first-place winner will have the opportunity to present at the 2025 Student School Board Representative Workshop at the Williamsburg Lodge in Williamsburg, Virginia on November 19, 2025.

This is the fifth year the Virginia School Boards Association will hold this contest. We hope that this contest will bring out the very best in students’ writing and speaking efforts and allow our attendees to witness examples of bright, thoughtful, and accomplished students from around the state. This year’s topic is: Champions for Impact.

The first-place winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship. Submissions are open to all Virginia public high school students (grades 9-12) in divisions that are members of the VSBA. This contest is as a great opportunity for students to share their unique voices as well as compete for funds to further their education. This year’s contest is sponsored by Haney Phinyowattanachip, PLLC.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE ENTRY FORM 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2025 STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST GUIDE 

The Dublin Lions Club is pleased to accept applications for six (6) $1,000 scholarships.

Eligible candidates must be:

1. A graduating senior of Pulaski County High School, a private school located in Pulaski County, or a home schooler who resides in Pulaski County.

2. Be scheduled for enrollment into a community college, university, or trade school/certificate program for the upcoming Fall Semester.

3. Be a resident of Pulaski County, Virginia.

4. Hold a current GPA of 3.0 or higher as of time of application presentation.

Applicants must attach a short essay (minimum 200 words) describing the impact a local Lions Club member has made on their life.  If applicants do not know a local Lion, they should research the objectives of the Dublin Lions and provide how they perceive the value that the Lions deliver to their community.

Apply HERE!  Completed applications are due May 9.

Winners will be notified by June 1st and will receive the scholarship award at the local monthly membership meeting of the Dublin Lions Club. 

This contest is designed to foster a deeper understanding of the Jewish impact on American culture and history, while combating antisemitism through education and storytelling. It provides a platform for individuals to explore and articulate the multifaceted experiences of Jewish Americans, from their pivotal roles in key historical events to their everyday contributions to the fabric of American society. This contest is open to all dual-enrollment community college students and high school seniors.

The winners will be invited to meet  Governor Glenn Youngkin and the contest judges to be awarded their prizes during the Jewish American Heritage Month, May 2025.

Prizes: $5,000 first prize; $2,500 second prize, 10 runner-up prizes of $1,000; 10 honors awards of $500.

READ CONTEST PROMPTS AND ENTRY GUIDELINES HERE

Provides financial assistance to individuals attending an accredited technical school, college or university where the student/applicant’s learning is focused on building applications and studies in the area of building construction, building engineering and facility maintenance.

ELIGIBILITY 

Applicants must:

• Currently reside in Virginia

• Be a graduating high school senior, have earned a GED, or be enrolled in an institution of higher learning as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year student

• Submit a complete application packet by the required deadline

• Provide three (3) letters of recommendation

Include with the application the following information:

• Three letters of recommendation to include one from a member of Facilities, Maintenance, Custodial Staff, or Instructional staff member in a trade-related field

SUBMISSION

Applicants must submit a complete scholarship packet (i.e. application, form essays and letters of recommendation) to VSPMA by 5/31/25. Please email Dawson Rae, VSPMA Scholarship Committee.
Email: dawson_rae@ccpsnet.net

CLICK HERE  FOR INFO AND TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION!

Students eligible for this scholarship have applied to, or are enrolled in, a college program in natural resource conservation and/or environmental studies. The award is for up to $2,500. Applications can be submitted by email and are accepted from March 1 - June 1. Winner announced July 15. 

Scroll to the bottom of the Broad Water Innovations website to see the application link.

Questions?

Woodie Walker

Broad Water Innovations

540.287.6163

broadwaterinnovations.org

Description

For students who live a balanced life of a sound mind and sound body.  

• Calling current and rising male freshman at Virginia Tech

• 3 top prizes of $1000 and additional awards

• Easy application, less than 15 minutes

• Deadline:  Tuesday, July 1, 2025

• Link in @vtsigep Instagram Bio

Contact

Thomas Stalzer at 508-314-3834 or VTSigEpBMS@outlook.com

Brian Singewald at 484-467-8838 or VTSigEpBMS@outlook.com 

Balanced Man Scholarship Application 

The 2025-2026 application for the Coca-Cola Scholarship for 2026 high school graduates is now open. 

Click HERE for Program Details

Voice of Democracy

Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy® audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.  Each year, more than 26,400 ninth through 12th grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.4 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program. 

The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. Students interested in participating must submit their audio essay prepared on this year's theme, with a completed 2025-2026 entry form, to their local participating VFW Post. Find your sponsoring local VFW Post as essays must be turned in by midnight, Oct. 31. 

This year’s theme is, "How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?"

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The Pulaski Elks Lodge is inviting graduating seniors of 2026 to apply for the Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship Awards (MVS).  500 National awards are available for 2026 in amounts of $4,000 to $30,000 per individual winners.  Grading is based on household income and need, educational standing and ranking, and content in application resume.    

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks National Foundation offer applications for accredited 4 year college education degrees.  All applications are on line and are available to home school seniors as well as recognized High Schools. Applications must be submitted on or before November 12, 2025. Details are available on criteria and applicant requirements in the application packet.

Seek info: www.enf.elks.org/MVS  or email: elks1067@gmail.com for clarification or questions. On the subject line message please list: ENF-MVS/? for routing.

The Order of Elks have been represented in South West Virginia by Pulaski Lodge 1067 for over 118 years. The Lodge has never gone Dark and has operated at the present address.  The members welcome your comments.  Elks1067@gmail.com “Elks care Elks share”. . . . . Drive down main street Pulaski and wave at our Elk! Better still become an Elk! Reach out at elks1067@gmail.com

Thank you, Gary Cox

Scholarship Eligibility:

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.

• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.

• High school graduates are not eligible to apply.

• Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

• Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.

APPLICATION HERE

Applications Open: September 8, 2025

Applications Close: November 24, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET

Winners Announced: February 2026 

To be eligible, a student must be:

• A high school senior and/or expecting to receive a high school diploma during the current academic year

• An active member in good standing of a National Honor Society chapter, meeting all membership

requirements and obligations of the local chapter

• An NHS student account holder, verified by the NHS chapter adviser

• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university

• Enrolled in a school with an active NHS chapter

Check out the NHS Scholarship Resource Guide for information about the scholarship and how to apply.

The Hagan Scholarship Brochure

Application Deadlines

Application Opens: September 1, 2025

Application Closes: December 1, 2025

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