GE-Reagan Foundaton Scholarship Program Deadline: January 5, 2026 (9:00am)
Amount: $10,000/year
Description:The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for this program. In honor of the legacy and character of President Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship.
Eligibility for GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program - All Candidates Must: Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces; Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited 4‑year college or university in the U.S. for the entire 2027-2028 academic school year; Be citizens of the United States of America; Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent); Be current U.S. high school seniors (including territories & commonwealths) graduating in winter 2025 or spring 2026, including home-schooled students and those on U.S. Armed Forces bases abroad.
Taco Bell Live Más Scholarship Deadline: January 6, 2026
Amount: $25,000
Description:Becoming a Live Más Scholar means joining a community of 3,000+ young people chasing their passions. Think mentors, career connections, resources, and opportunities that have a lasting impact on your future. Scholarship Details: Application Method: Submit a video (30 seconds to 2 minutes) detailing your passion, its pursuit, and its potential impact. Video Content: Explain how you are pursuing or plan to pursue your passion and how it can positively impact society. Video Format: Can be a short film, animation, or testimonial recorded on any MP4-enabled device. Application Evaluation: Evaluated on demonstrated passion, potential social impact, personal presentation, and alignment with educational goals. Program Scope: Provides financial support along with ongoing collaboration and networking opportunities. Renewal Program: Available to past recipients who submit a 2-minute video showing how they have furthered their passion. Total Award Amount: $14.5 million in scholarships. Eligibility Criteria: Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., or dependent children of active-duty U.S. military members; Aged between 16 and 26 years; Must be currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program (including two- and four-year colleges, universities, vocational-technical, and trade schools); Must be in good academic standing; Willing to collaborate with the Taco Bell Foundation’s Scholarship Management Company throughout the process.
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest Deadline: January 11, 2027
Amount: 1st-$10,000, 2nd $3000, 3 Finalist $1000
Description:This contest provides students an exciting opportunity to develop research, writing, and critical thinking skills as they explore the concept of political courage. U.S. high school students in grades 9-12 are eligible. All students must register online.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Deadline: January 14, 2027
Amount: up to $30,000 over 4 years
Description: The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) perpetuates the memory of Jackie Robinson by providing generous four-year scholarships and comprehensive support services to highly motivated college students with financial needs to ensure their success and further develop their leadership potential.
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; 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.
APIA Scholarship Program Deadline: January 15, 2027
Amount: $2,500 for one year, up to $20,000 for multi year
Description: Scholarships at APIA Scholars are open to applications from all undergraduate students attending U.S. accredited colleges or universities. Scholarship amounts range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. APIA Scholars has a focus on supporting students who live at or below the poverty line and are in the first generation of their family to attend college. APIA Scholars offers a wide range of scholarship opportunities for students currently attending or planning to attend 2-year as well as 4-year colleges. We welcome students from all backgrounds to apply; please note that the selection process prioritizes those who demonstrate significant financial need. Over the last 20 years, we have awarded scholarships to students across all 50 states and the U.S.-affiliated Pacific Islands, including American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau.
Eligibilty: All applicants must: Be able to demonstrate and communicate high-financial need for education, Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau, Be enrolling/enrolled as an undergraduate degree student at a U.S.-accredited post-secondary institution for the upcoming academic year. Note: students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply; students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree or higher are not eligible to apply.
Army R.O.T.C. Scholarship Board review dates: 10/12/26, 01/18/27, 03/08/27
Amount: Full tuition, $1,200 for books per academic year; monthly stipend of $420.
Description: Army ROTC offers generous scholarships to qualified students. These scholarships are based solely on the students’ merits, not financial needs. To be eligible, student must have a high school diploma or equivalent, must be a U.S. Citizen, be at least 17, and under 31 in year of commissioning, have a high school cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 unweighted, have taken the SAT or ACT, meet Army regulation height and weight standards, take the current Army Physical Fitness Test and agree to accept a commission and serve in the Army on Active Duty or in the Reserve Component (Army Reserve or National Guard.)
C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition Deadline: January 20, 2027
Amount: $100,000 total in cash prizes, with grand prize of $5,000
Description:Middle school and high school students with an interest in documentary filmmaking and political issues can participate in C-SPAN's StudentCam competition, a national video documentary contest that encourages critical thinking about community and national issues. You must produce a 5-6 minute documentary that explores multiple perspectives on a chosen topic related to the annual theme. Your documentary must include C-SPAN video clips that support your chosen topic and demonstrate both supporting and opposing viewpoints. Students can compete individually or in teams of 2-3 members, with middle school students (grades 6-8) competing in a separate category from high school students. This national competition offers substantial prizes, making it one of the most rewarding scholarships for middle school students in California who are passionate about civic engagement and media production. Eligibility: Grades 6 to 12
Dollars for Scholars Deadline: January 26, 2027
Amount: Varies
Description:Greater Riverside Dollars for Scholars awards Tens of Thousands of Dollars to worthy students like you! Through just 1 application - you will be considered for over 30 scholarships. The application window is open from November 10th to January 26th.