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.)
Amount: $50 to $2,500
Description: Write a 500–1,000-word essay about one of four topics: tariffs, birthright citizenship, America’s 250th birthday, or whether Congress should have term limits or not. Eligibility: Open to students ages 10-18 who live in the U.S., Canada, or at a U.S. military address.
911 Promise Scholarship Deadline: March 15, 2027
Amount: $15,000
Description: The 9/11 Promise Run is dedicated to offering scholarships to deserving children of first responders and military service members who have endured loss or injury, rendering them unable to pursue employment. Our mission is to make a positive impact on the lives of these children and families by providing financial support for their education. Scholarship Details: Supports children of fallen or disabled first responders or military service members, Scholarships are for trade school, undergraduate, or graduate education, Award covers tuition, room & board, books, equipment, and academic expenses, Disbursed directly to accredited institutions, Renewable for up to six academic years. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a child of a fallen or certified-disabled first responder or military member, Under the age of 25, Hold a high school diploma or equivalent, or be a current high school senior, Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited trade school, college, or university, Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Deadline: March 15, 2027
Amount: $10,000
Description: The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a program of the nonprofit organization Young Heroes Project, celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from diverse backgrounds all across the U.S. and Canada. Each year, the Barron Prize honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment. Scholarship Details: Fifteen recipients will each receive a $10,000 cash award, Funds may be used for public service efforts or higher education, Winners receive a personalized plaque and certificate, Winners also gain access to media opportunities and a professional network, Applications accepted annually from individual applicants only. Eligibility Criteria: Must be between the ages of 8 and 18 (not yet age 19), Must be a permanent resident and currently residing in the U.S.A. or Canada, Must currently be working on or have completed an inspiring service project within the past 12 months, Must be leading the service project as an individual (not as part of a group).
Doodle for Google Deadline: March 21, 2027
Amount: up to $50,000
Description:The Doodle for Google Contest offers middle school students in California up to $55,000 in college scholarships through an annual art competition open to students in grades K-12. This nationwide contest is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents enrolled in U.S.-based schools, including California students. The national winner receives a $55,000 college scholarship plus a $50,000 technology package for their school, while national finalists earn $5,000 scholarships. Students must create an original Google Doodle based on the annual theme and submit it with an artist statement of 50 words or less. Submissions are judged on artistic merit, creativity, and theme communication, making this a great scholarship for middle school students in California who excel in visual arts. Eligibility: K-12 students, original artwork on an annual theme
The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2027
Amount: $2,500
Description: Supports students pursuing careers in the skilled construction trades. This scholarship helps students pay for education and training in high-demand fields such as carpentry, construction management, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. Eligibility Requirements: High school senior, plan to enroll, or be enrolled within one year, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school, technical/vocational school, community college, or training center in the United States. Eligible career paths include Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing.
The Home Depot Folds of Honor Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2026
Amount: up to $2,500
Description: Open to qualifying veterans and military Family members.