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Individual Scholarship Opportunities
DEADLINE: Opens October 15, 2025-December 15th, 2025 (or 30,000 applicants)
Created in memory of Burger King Co-Founder James “Jim” W. McLamore, the Burger King℠ Scholars program provides scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $60,000 to high school students and BK employees and their families. Scholarships are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, and community service. In 2022 alone, the Foundation awarded over $4.6 million in scholarships to nearly 4,000 students.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, GPA of 2.0 or higher, U.S. Citizen, enrollment in a 4 or 2-year college, university, or technical school in the US.
DEADLINE: December 8, 2025
Denny’s is awarding more than $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college students in the United States and Puerto Rico. Denny’s Hungry for Education scholarship program is awarding deserving high school and college students and helping in the fight against childhood hunger. 22% of U.S. children under age 18 live in poverty and struggle every day with hunger, which impacts their ability to do their best in school. Denny’s HFE scholarship program is partnering with USHLI to award deserving high school and college students for their ideas to help in the fight against childhood hunger.
Question: Students must provide a 300-word essay on how Denny’s can unite communities.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, U.S. Citizens, GPA 2.5 or higher, Answer the Essay Question, photo, Resume, & Transcript
DEADLINE: December 8, 2025
Denny’s is awarding more than $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college students in the United States and Puerto Rico. Denny’s Hungry for Education scholarship program is awarding deserving high school and college students and helping in the fight against childhood hunger. 22% of U.S. children under age 18 live in poverty and struggle every day with hunger, which impacts their ability to do their best in school. Denny’s HFE scholarship program is partnering with USHLI to award deserving high school and college students for their ideas to help in the fight against childhood hunger.
Question: Students must provide a 300-word essay on how Denny’s can unite communities.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, U.S. Citizens, GPA 2.5 or higher, Answer the Essay Question, photo, Resume, & Transcript
DEADLINE: December 13, 2025
It is a great feeling to be a part of a team working towards a common goal. Working for a good company instills essential values and develops people socially and professionally. At Silberman & Lam LLP, we advocate for the everyday employee. Our firm works on cases primarily regarding Workers’ Compensation law, and we are very familiar with seeing employees being taken advantage of by their employers. Often, people are uninformed of their rights as employees, allowing managers or executives to exploit their labor and time.
That is why we created the Rise Above Scholarship to hear from students across the nation about any similar experience that shaped them. As a workers’ compensation firm, we hope this scholarship will create helpful discussions between students to instill confidence as an employee.
Essay (750-1,000 words): share a time when they were being taken advantage of as employees, interns, or group members. How did this experience affect your professional relationships with those involved? Has your experience helped you look for future or current employment red flags? How did a negative, professional situation turn out to be a positive one in the long run, and how did you learn from it?
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, US Citizen, 3.0 GPA or higher, transcripts, priority given to people either from or attending school in CA.
DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
The Science Ambassador Scholarship is a full–tuition scholarship for women and non-binary students in STEM.
Film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply. To view videos we've liked in the past, check out our previous winners. Your video should be:
A mini–lecture, not a personal statement. Pretend you're a lecturer speaking to a class. Teach us something.
Clear, creative, accurate, and a demonstration of your passion for the subject. We value novel, memorable approaches to topics. Your video doesn't need to be fancy or high–tech. Production value is not a factor.
Three minutes or less in length. Videos longer than this will not be considered. No exceptions!
About any STEM topic, not necessarily your field of study. Pick a topic that excites and fascinates you. We don't need to hear about the latest thing in science news (unless that's your jam).
Scientifically accurate. We encourage you to cite the sources used to research your topic. Ideally, this would be in a slide or frame at the end of your video. You can use any citation format you'd like.
Uploaded to YouTube and marked ‘public.’ No exceptions!
Undocu-Friendly!
Eligibility Criteria: HS/Undergraduate Student, Video Submission, Identify as a women or non-binary individual, STEM Major
DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
An annual scholarship funded by Cards Against Humanity for undergraduate women and non-binary students in science, technology, engineering, or math.
It's easy! Film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. Your video should be:
A mini–lecture, not a personal statement. Pretend you're a lecturer speaking to a class. Teach us something.
Clear, creative, accurate, and a demonstration of your passion for the subject. We value novel, memorable approaches to topics. Your video doesn't need to be fancy or high–tech. Production value is not a factor.
Three minutes or less in length. Videos longer than this will not be considered. No exceptions!
About any STEM topic, not necessarily your field of study. Pick a topic that excites and fascinates you.
Scientifically accurate. We encourage you to cite the sources used to research your topic. Ideally, this would be in a slide or frame at the end of your video. You can use any citation format you'd like.
Uploaded to YouTube and marked ‘public.’ No exceptions!
Eligibility Criteria: HS/Undergraduate Student, identify as a woman or as non-binary, plan on studying STEM for your undergraduate career, Video Submission. Undocu friendly!
DEADLINE: December 31, 2025
Being funny can get you far in life - it makes people like you and may open up a lot of doors. Smart people are generally always in demand, and they can usually command high salaries. Rich people are more likely to be able to focus only doing things they enjoy.
It's important to be happy with who you are, regardless of your wealth or intelligence level. So tell us, would you rather be smart, funny or rich...and why?
Our Unigo $10K Scholarship could help increase your education with $10,000 to use towards school.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Junior/Senior, US Citizen & Short Answer response.
DEADLINE: December 31, 2025
Scott has devoted his career to advocating for the rights of insurance policyholders and fighting for them to receive what they deserve- justice in the face of terrifying situations. Since beginning his career defending insurance companies, Scott now understands the strategies that may be used to completely deny, underpay, or delay policyholders’ claims. Further, Scott knows how to stay one step ahead of the insurance companies and will fight for your rights, helping you to feel secure and alleviate the worry, fear, and pain typically associated with these situations. To this end, Scott has established a $1,000 scholarship with the purpose of supporting a student.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, 3.0 GPA or higher, and 1,000 max word essay about a serious life challenge you've encountered, and how you overcame it.
DEADLINE: December 31, 2025
Are you a high school student, undergrad or grad student interested in learning more about law, forensics or criminal behavior?
MileMark Media is proud to offer a $1000 scholarship for those interested in learning more about the law and our legal system.
Please write a 500 word essay telling us why you are interested in the law, criminal justice or forensics. Your essay can include life events and other key influences, career plans or anything else that contributes to your interest.
Eligibility Criteria: Current HS/Undergraduate student, minimum of 3.0 GPA, transcript and essay sent to scholarships@milemarkmedia.com
DEADLINE: January 15, 2026
Apply for the $40,000 FOSSI Scholarship
Are you a high school student looking to make the world or your community a better place?
Do you plan to attend an HBCU next year?
Do you have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math?
If you answered yes, FOSSI may be for you. Learn where a FOSSI scholarship can take you.
Eligibility Criteria: US Citizen or legal resident, 3.0 GPA or higher, plan on attending an HBCU in Fall of 2025, demonstrate financial need, Pursue studies in a pertinent chemical and engineering industry STEM field (preferred majors listed), and have interest in pursuing a career in chemical manufacturing, engineering, environmental health and sustainability or other related chemical-industry fields.
DEADLINE: January 31, 2026
The Mas Family Scholarships program is dedicated to celebrating Cuban heritage and empowering future generations of Cuban Americans. Our mission is to recognize and reward outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to community service. We are passionate about supporting talented individuals who embody the spirit of our Cuban community.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, 3.5 GPA, born in Cuba or of Cuban descent, personal statement, resume, additional essay.
DEADLINE: January 31, 2026
Since 1995, our mission has been to help connect students with the right schools for them. Carnegie Dartlet, the organization that houses CollegeXpress, is an educational publisher and higher education marketing agency. Every year, thousands of students across the United States and around the world discover their colleges using our websites, magazines, and services.
Eligibility Criteria: legal resident or US Citizen.
DEADLINE: January 30, 2026
Students interested in careers such as teaching, law enforcement, and public health are not only badly needed, but represent the true American spirit of contribution to their fellow citizens. This line of work requires meticulous study, sacrifice, and altruism to create meaningful change. It is essential that talented, interested students understand the importance of public service and the role they can play in shaping our nation’s
future.
As a way to help encourage the next generation of public servants throughout the nation, our law firm is proud to announce a scholarship opportunity open to eligible students nationwide.
This scholarship aims to incentivize students to enter public service careers and make the difference that is needed. Our hope is the 2025 American Public Service Scholarship’s financial assistance can help kick-start that process and encourage students to brainstorm their potential career pathways in public service.
Essay: 750 – 1,000 word essay response to the prompt: Detail your efforts and aspirations to help your community as a public servant. Describe what experiences inspired you to choose this path and how you plan to make a difference.
Eligibility Criteria: HS Senior, US Citizen or permanent resident, complete application, resume & essay.
DEADLINE: January 31, 2026
The Native American Scholarships endowment fund was established in 1988 to foster a sense of shared purpose and positive interaction between archaeologists and Native Americans. Since 1998, the SAA has used endowment income to award the Arthur C. Parker Scholarship. In 2009, the Society added two new awards to support undergraduate and graduate education in archaeology. These scholarships are funded through individual donations, a silent auction held at the SAA Annual Meeting, and external grants. The following competitive scholarships are currently offered:
SAA Arthur C. Parker Scholarship for Archaeological Training for Native Americans supports archaeological training for Native Americans who are students or employees of tribal, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian cultural preservation programs. Amount award is up to $6,000 with one scholarship available each year. Any form of archaeological training may be funded, not just limited to field schools. Learn more about Arthur C. Parker (1881–1955). (One available for 2026)
SAA Native American Undergraduate Archaeology Scholarship supports undergraduate studies for Native American students. For 2024, funding includes: tuition, travel, food, housing, books, supplies, equipment, family and dependent care, medical expenses, on-line archival research costs, and archaeology related analysis costs. Amount awarded is up to $6,000 with one scholarship available each year. (One available for 2026)
SAA Native American Graduate Archaeology Scholarship supports graduate studies for Native American students. Funding includes: tuition, travel, food, housing, books, supplies, equipment, family and dependent care, medical expenses, on-line archival research costs, and archaeology related analysis costs. Amount awarded is up to $10,000 with one scholarship available each year. (One available for 2026)
Bertha Parker Cody Award for Native American Women supports undergraduate and graduate studies, including but not limited to tuition, travel, food, housing, books, supplies, equipment, and child care. All Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian women, including gender non-conforming individuals, who are undergraduate or graduate students in the fields of archaeology and museum studies, are eligible for this award. This award is partially funded by the Autry Museum of the American West. One scholarship available each year. Learn more about Bertha Parker Cody. (1907–1978). (One available for 2026)
Eligibility Criteria: Scholarships are open to all Native peoples from anywhere in the Americas, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Indigenous Pacific Islanders. See scholarship descriptions above for any other eligibility requirements.
DEADLINE: Feb 20, 2026
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $50,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs.
Applicants will be judged on having shown compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian diet/lifestyle.
Eligibility Criteria: vegan or vegetarian, HS Senior, recommendations, documentation related to the students promotion of vegetarianism and veganism in high school and/or community including photographs, newspaper stories, etc.
DEADLINE: March 1, 2026
The Horatio Alger Association is one of the nation’s largest need-based scholarship programs for high school students who have overcome significant adversity and are committed to earning a bachelor’s degree. High school students with financial need who display integrity, perseverance, and a clear determination to turn challenges into opportunities to pursue their American Dream, should consider applying for the scholarship. More than 600 scholarships are awarded every year, with amounts ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. For Juniors, the application is open from December 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026. For Seniors, the application is open from December 1, 2025 to February 15, 2026
Eligibility Criteria: HS senior, adjusted gross income below $100,000 a year, and U.S. Citizenship. Minimum GPA 2.0. Committed to completing a bachelors degree at one of the target colleges/universities on the website.
DEADLINE: May 1, 2026
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) seeks to improve the treatment of animals everywhere—in the laboratory, on the farm, in commerce, at home, and in the wild. Over the seven decades that AWI has been advocating for animals, much progress has been made. Yet we are hoping to build on our accomplishments by ensuring that future generations continue to improve the lives of animals through the Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship fund. We want to invest in future leaders working to improve animal welfare. Learn more about the goals of the scholarship and how to apply below. Up to 12 applicants will be chosen to receive scholarships, worth $3,000 each.
Eligibility Criteria: Commitment to animal welfare, intend to purse a career that will seek to reduce animal suffering and protect vulnerable species, two letters of recommendation, US Citizen