Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Application for the 26-27 SY not open till October 1st
If your family’s financial circumstances changed since the tax year you reported on your FAFSA, you may be eligible to complete a change in financial circumstances appeal form once you receive your financial aid offer letters from colleges. But what does a change in financial circumstances mean, and how does this form work? Here is a website that can guide you through the steps to take.
https://getschooled.com/article/5327-change-in-circumstances/
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Merit scholarship requirements for Alabama 2 and 4 year schools.
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Please do not download the application as a google doc. The formatting will not work.
You may complete the application using the Kami app or you may print the application and hand write the information.
If you hand write the application, please do not use a pencil. Handwriting must be legible.
You may complete the 2nd side of the application or you may turn in a ONE page resume instead of completing the 2nd side. All resumes more than one page will be returned.
You can get your gpa and class rank from your transcript. You can order a "self-view" of your transcript for free from Parchment.com. If you haven't set up your Parchment account, now would be a good time. Directions to setting up your account: Transcript directions
Please complete one SHS Local Scholarship Application to be considered for the listed scholarships.
Rotary Club
Lions Club
Scottsboro Three Arts Club
Scottsboro Junior Progress Scholarship
Shelia Amos Memorial Scholarship
Sara Grace Green Memorial Scholarship
Jason Wilkerson Memorial Scholarship
Jordan Penney Memorial Scholarship
Coke Rewards Scholarship
Paul Lee Memorial Scholarship
Michelle Thompson Clark Memorial Scholarship
Jean Utter Memorial Scholarship
You can return appliction
to Mrs. Paradise in digital form or hard copy.
Deadline is March 27th
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
Must be a resident of Alabama.
Must be enrolling in, or attending, an accredited post-secondary school in Alabama.
Must be enrolled in a construction-related curriculum (Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Masonry, HVAC, Construction Management/Tech)
Application must be submitted by March 15. If mailed, must be postmarked by March 15.
Deadline: March 15, 2026
The American Legion Post 30 of Jackson County is proudly offering a number of scholarships in the amount of $1,000. The scholarship is open to students seeking a 2 year, 4 year, or technical degree/certification.
Application must be completed and post marked, emailed, or dropped off by March 21st . Please see application for address or email.
Applications are available at www.fssbank.com/scholarship. All submissions must be uploaded through our secure portal, which can be accessed under the “About Us” tab or through the site map at the bottom of our homepage. The upload center (Scholarship) is located under the “About Us” tab. The deadline to apply is midnight on March 27,2026.
Please complete application and return to Mrs. Paradise by March 26th.
The 2026 Distinguished Leader Scholarship of $10,000 per year for a period of 4 years (totaling $40,000) is provided to one graduating senior from our LEAD educational partner districts. The student must enroll at UNA during the fall semester following their high school graduation.
The student must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 and enroll in a minimum of 27 credit hours per academic year to remain eligible for the scholarship. This scholarship is not stackable with any other university scholarship.
All students who plan on attending UNA can apply.
Deadline: March 27th
Post 6073, Jackson County
Complete all sections of the application.
Attach required documents (official transcript, one letter of recommendation, resume or activity list, proof of acceptance/enrollment if available).
Please return completed application to Mrs. Paradise by Thursday, March 26th.
Deadline: March 26th
Bennett Builders of Alabama is proud to support graduating seniors from Scottsboro High School who are pursuing careers in the skilled trades. This scholarship is designed for students ready to work hard, learn valuable skills, and build a strong future through hands-on professions.
Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000
Eligible Fields of Study: Construction Technology, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, HVAC, Heavy Equipment Operation, Industrial Maintenance, and other skilled trade programs.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Graduating senior at Scottsboro High School
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Enrollment in an accredited trade school, technical college, vocational program, or apprenticeship
Application Requirements:
• Completed application
• High school transcript
• One letter of recommendation
• Short essay (300–500 words)
Use of Funds: Tuition, tools, books, certification fees, or training expenses.
Deadline is March 27th
( State of Alabama)
Eligibility
1. Students must be legal residents of Alabama.
2. Person applying for scholarship must be a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a veteran that served their country during times of war.
3. You must be attending a University where there is a scholarship available. Please see application for list.
Application Link and Guidelines
Deadline is April 1st
To apply, the recipient must have a 3.0 grade point average and a completed application on file in the above named office. APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN APPLICANT’S OWN HANDWRITING, stating qualifications, age, need, etc., must be accompanied with a complete transcript of grades of High School and/or College Record, three (3) letters of recommendation from school, church, and a friend/neighbor (must be non-related to applicant), a small photograph, and proof of relationship (birth certificate) must accompany application with a copy of Service Record of Veteran (parent/grandparent) attached. (Please do not send the original Discharge). The applicant (boy or girl) must be a resident of Alabama, as must the veteran through whom they are applying
Deadline is Aril 1st
1. Amount of scholarship may be up to $500.
2. Applicant must have admission on file at an accredited college.
3. ACT score – 18 or better.
4. Include a copy of high school transcript with application.
5. Include a one-page doubled spaced typed essay entitled “My Future Plans”.
6. Submit 2 letters of recommendation, one from a teacher and one from a member of your community. (minister, doctor, friend of family)
7. Application must be postmarked no later than April 10, 2026.
8. Completed application must be mailed to the Alpha Phi chapter of Alpha Delta. See application for more details.
Hardcopy of application is available in Mrs. Paradise's office
Deadline is Friday, April 3rd
$5,000 Scholarships for Careers in the Skilled Trades
Eligibility Requirements
Enrolled or planning to enroll in a postsecondary educational training program, including: community colleges, high school dual-enrollment programs, technical or vocational schools, accredited training centers
Pursuing educational training in construction-related fields. Currently accepting applications for education or training leading to careers in carpentry, construction management, and welding
Deadline: April 30, 2026
Home Depot Foundation
The Home Depot Foundation Path to Pro Scholarship
$2,500 Construction Careers Scholarships
Eligibility Requirements:
Be a high school senior, high school graduate or have a GED equivalent.
Plan to enroll, or be enrolled within 1 year, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school or institution (i.e. technical/vocational school, community college or training center) in the United States.
Not be an employee or dependent of an employee of the The Home Depot. Employees of The Home Depot and their dependents are eligible to apply for a scholarship from The Homer Fund.
Programs/Career Paths: Carpentry, Construction Management, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing.
Application Deadlines & Announcements
Last day of March, June, September and December.
Winners will be notified approximately 4-6 weeks after the application deadline.
Scholarships must be used within 1 year of acceptance.
Awards are paid directly to recipient's school or training center.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
Merit Awards eligibility is open to the following: graduating high school seniors of the Class of 2026 who plan to continue their education, currently enrolled full-time college students, and military members (active, reserve or NG), veterans and military spouses enrolled in or planning to enroll in college (full- or part-time). If you do not meet these eligibility requirements, your application will NOT be considered. Additional proof may be required on a case by case basis.
Eligibility Requirement categories:
Category 1 - RSAMCC Merit Awards
The Applicant must meet all the following criteria:
Sponsor must be a member of RSAMCC in good standing by December 10, 2025.
Applicant must not be in receipt of a full scholarship (pays tuition, room or board) or full post 9/11 GI Bill for the upcoming school year to include appointment to military academies for all service branches.
Be a rising college freshman, undergraduate and graduate college (RSAMCC Member only) student or trade school student for the fall semester of the 2026 academic year and your permanent home address is within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal (with at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale).
Plan to pursue an Associate's, Bachelor's, or higher-level degree (RSAMCC member only for higher level degree) from an accredited college, university or trade school for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Satisfy all limitations, conditions, and restrictions set forth in the "Limitations and Conditions" section of the application.
Category 2 - Huntsville Chapter Military Officers Association of America (HCMOAA) Military Community Scholarship
The applicant must meet one of the criteria for 1-3 and criteria 4:
Be a child or grandchild of an HCMOAA member
Be a legal dependent spouse or child of an Armed Forces member who is one of the following: Active Duty and assigned to a Redstone Arsenal unit and resides within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal at the time this application is submitted, OR a Reserve Member and assigned to a Redstone Arsenal unit and resides within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal, OR a National Guard Member and assigned to a Redstone Arsenal unit and resides within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal, OR a retired military member residing within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal
Participate in a local JROTC program within a 50-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal
Plan to pursue an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the 2026-2027 academic year. Individuals currently enrolled in a program must possess at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
Satisfy all limitations, conditions, and restrictions set forth in the "Limitations and Conditions" section of the application.
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The major emphasis of the ThinkBIG program is on heavy equipment engines, with a minor focus on marine propulsion systems and power generator repair theory and practical application. Upon completion of the program you will receive The Heavy Equipment Dealers Service Technology Associate Degree.
The ThinkBIG scholarship program is a two-year program and is outlined fully on our website, and includes:
Rotating eight-week blocks of on-the-job paid internships
Rotating eight-week blocks of classwork and lab work
Caterpillar-specific training
Tools and tool box
Uniforms
Tuition and book expenses
To apply reach out to recruiting@thompsontractor.com.
Deadline is February 27th
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Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:
Be a high school senior or first-time college freshman beginning in fall 2026
Be a U.S. citizen
Be an Alabama resident
Planning to enroll in an Alabama eligible educational institution in fall 2026
Demonstrate financial need
Have a minimum GPA of 2.75
Have an ACT score of 29 or below
(applicants attending a two-year school will not be required to submit ACT scores)
Deadline is February 28, 2026
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The following are eligibility requirements for qualifying an applicant for the Scholarship:
Applicant must be resident of the State of Alabama.
Applicant must be a graduating senior from a high school in Alabama.
Applicant must be accepted into an accredited college or university.
Grade Point Average must be 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Recipient will be chosen by the Scholarship Committee, Confirmed by the Board of Directors.
Application package must be received no later than Friday, February 27, 2026 to be considered.
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Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship
The Susan Curry Memorial Scholarship Program was formed to provide financial assistance to university, college, or technical school students. The Order of the Eastern Star of Alabama Susan Curry Memorial Scholarship Program is for all eligible students now attending or moving into post-secondary education, technical or occupational training. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: (1) The applicant must be a United States citizen and (2) a resident of the State of Alabama (except for the purpose of attending school), (3) provide proof of acceptance or attendance in an accredited postgraduate or technical school and (4) demonstrate and maintain a minimum of a 2.5 GPA or better (on a scale of 4.0).
Deadline for all materials must be received on or before March 1st, 2026
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Eligibility Requirements
Currently enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary school or training program and pursuing a high-demand skilled trade.
Pursuing educational training related to one of the following industries:
🔨 Construction – Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, HVAC, Pipefitting, Welding
🏭 Industrial – Maintenance & Repair Technicians, Manufacturing, Plant Operations, Fabrication, Quality Control, Robotics & Automation
⚡ Motor / Power – Diesel, Automotive, Small Engine Repair, Power Plant Operations, Generators & Turbines
🔧 Mechanics – Automotive Service, Heavy Equipment Operations, Aviation (mechanics, avionics), Fleet Maintenance, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems
💡 Technology – Applied Electronics & Controls, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Fire Science, Mechatronics
Deadline: February 28, 2026
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Scholly – A mobile app that provides students with a fast and simple way to find scholarships for college. (Created by Christopher Gray, a Coca-Cola Scholar!)
American Indian College Fund – Provides Native American students with scholarships and financial support for the nation’s 33 accredited tribal colleges and universities.
American Indian Graduate Center & AIGCS - The largest scholarship providers to Native students in the United States, awarding $15 million in scholarships annually and more than $200 million since inception. For almost 50 years, AIGC has funded students pursing undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in any field of study at any accredited institution of choice, working with over 500 tribes in all 50 states.
Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund – The nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted to providing college scholarships for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).
Cappex – A free website where you can learn which colleges want you, before you apply and learn about more than $11 billion in merit aid scholarships.
CashCourse – Information that helps college students stay financially informed.
Chegg – A place to connect with scholarships and learn about colleges.
The College Board Opportunity Scholarships - The program guides juniors and seniors through the college planning process and offers the chance to earn scholarships, from $500 to $40,000, for every action that students complete.
Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation – Educational and scholarship opportunities for students of all levels.
Dell Scholars Program – Recognizes academic potential and determination in students that have a definite need for financial assistance.
Going Merry - A free, one-stop scholarships platform. It matches you with scholarships and then helps you apply directly. It has both local and national scholarships and you can bulk-apply for multiple scholarships, which share similar essay prompts, using one application.
Goizueta Legacy Scholarship - Provides scholarships for the children of Coca-Cola employees.
HS Finder (Hispanic Scholarship Fund) – Scholarship information for Latino students.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation - A national scholarship provider dedicated to advancing the education of promising students who have financial need. Open to high-achieving high school seniors who seek to attend and graduate from some of the nation's best four-year college and universities.
KnowHow2GO – Complete information on college prep, whether in middle school or seniors.
The NSHSS Foundation - The NSHSS Foundation fosters the growth of students pursuing the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), business, economics, public policy, and environmental science and sustainability fields. The NSHSS Foundation connects young scholars with additional opportunities to advance their education, personal growth and career interests.
Peerlift - Proven scholarships, internships, summer programs, and more gathered by fellow students like you. (Founded by a team of 2017 Coca-Cola Scholars!) Learn more about the creation of Peerlift.
Reagan Foundation Scholarships - Scholarship opportunities for outstanding student leaders.
Scholar Snapp - A free, simple to use data standard that allows students to reuse their application information - including contact information, essays, transcripts, etc. - from one scholarship application to another thereby streamlining the college scholarship application process.
Scholarships.com– A free college scholarship search and financial aid information.
Scholarship America – Provides information and resources for your scholarship search.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund – Provides scholarships, programmatic and capacity building support to the 47 public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
UNCF – Awards 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board.
The Bankers 2 Leaders Division of the Alabama Bankers Association (ABA) offers a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior whose parent is employed full-time at an ABA member bank.
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A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 for graduating high school seniors;
Students enrolled full-time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation in the Spring/Summer 2026, with plans to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation
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Together We Grow: Young Roots Scholarship
The Young Roots Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who plan to return and build their careers in a rural community. Students pursuing a future in agriculture after graduation is a major plus.
To apply to the Young Roots Scholarship, you must meet each of the requirements below.
Be a high school senior scheduled to graduate in 2026 for the Young Roots Scholarship
Reside in one of Alabama Farm Credit’s participating regions
Submit a current high school transcript (official or unofficial)
Submit a 2026 application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Submit an essay (see application for essay topic)
Completed applications must be received by February 6, 2026
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Have a current Alabama Farmers Federation Membership issued in his/her name. Annual membership is available by calling 1-800-964-2532, by registering online, or by visiting an Alfa Insurance office. Membership must be issued in the name of the scholarship applicant to be eligible for consideration.
High school seniors, graduates, or current post-secondary undergraduates enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time accredited program at a two- year or four- year college, university, or vocational-technical school located in the state of Alabama for the entire upcoming academic year.
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
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Submit a video or written essay about an individual you know personally (who lives in your community) who has inspired you and helped you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals. An $8,000 scholarship.
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After scholarships and grants have been applied, Alabama Advantage funds up to $5,000 needed to cover the remaining cost of UA’s in-state tuition.
To be considered for the Alabama Advantage Scholarship:
Be an Alabama resident.
Submit your UA Undergraduate App – you are automatically considered for the Alabama Advantage Scholarship as part of you admission application.
First-time freshman students should submit your application and all supporting documents by December 5 for summer or fall enrollment to maximize scholarship opportunities.
Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible for your intended entry term. The FAFSA is schedule to open in October, but please check the federal website for the most up-to-date timeline.
Alabama Advantage does not cover other charges such as fees, room and board, books, etc. Alabama Advantage is renewable for four years, or eight semesters, so long as the student remains eligible.
This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools or home schools in Alabama and planning to enroll at a college, university, community college, or technical school in the state.
Applicants must have a grade average of at least "C+" and ACT/SAT scores that depend on the college to be attended.
Selection is based on academic merit, commitment to volunteer and community service, assistance to family members, and financial need.
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The Trash Pandas Foundation is proud to announce our second scholarship opportunity for the 2025-26 school year! We will be awarding three (3) $2,000 scholarships to local high school seniors (Greater Tennessee Valley Region) who will be attending a Trade School, Junior College, and 4-Year University in 2026!
Interested students can fill out the application and submit below and The requirements include:
Must be a High School Senior for the 2025-2026 School Year
One letter of recommendation
One essay (500 words minimum) explaining why you should be a recipient of the scholarship
Application materials are due by Friday, November 21st, at 5:00 p.m.
If you're under the age of 18, you can use your parent or guardian's birthday in the form below. Age is irrelevant to the application, as long as you're a current high school senior
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Applicants should be interested in pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a technology-related field.
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Women who are U.S. citizens and residents of the state of Alabama.
Women who attend or plan to attend a four-year Alabama college or university that is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Women with a minimum ACT of 23, may be superscored
Women with a minimum high school GPA of 3.2
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Applicants to the Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program must:
Be 18 years of age by July 15, 2026.
Currently reside* in the United States (U.S.), Puerto Rico, or Canada at time of application and award
Be a current
High school senior/student in their final year of upper or higher secondary school
College/university Undergraduate
Graduate student
ANDPlanning to enroll in full-time undergraduate or graduate study for the 2026-2027 academic year at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or vocational-technical school or CEGEP institution
Be involved in community service, extracurricular activities and/or a leadership role in the twelve (12) months prior to application deadline (for example, volunteering for non-profits, helping others less fortunate, tutoring/mentoring, etc.)
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent)
Be willing to participate in Chick-fil-A’s Scholars Program (a one-year experience of mentoring, activities, and professional development), if selected.
Chick-fil-A employees and dependents/spouses of employees or Operators are not eligible to apply.
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Deadline is September 30th
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Deadline Friday, September 19, 2025 but there is a priority for early submissions.
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The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 37th class in 2025, the Foundation has provided over 7,000 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $87 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
Deadline is September 30th
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Students will create a username and password, which allows students to save their work and login again later to finish their application. ( This is not your NACC account information. You must create a scholarship application account)
Once the application is complete, the student is given a listing of scholarships they qualify for and can apply for.
When it asks for your counselor's information please put my name and email address- kparadise@scottsboroschools.net
TIPS when applying
Please use numeric gpa.. NOT 4.0 Standard gpa. This gpa can be found at the bottom of your transcript.
Your Academic Status is High School Student.
Only list one major on the application.
You must complete an admission application before you can complete the scholarship application
Spend some time and write quality answers on the essay questions. Although it only asks for one paragraph,NACC can learn alot about students through that if you spend time and share. The scholarship committee looks closely at the essays and can sometimes be the deciding factor if a student receives a scholarship.
Apply for as many scholarships as you want. Some scholarships require a few extra questions, additional steps, or attaching a photo, so don’t forget to complete those and hit the submit link after they finish.
Please use correct grammar and capitalization in completing their general information. (capitalize names, street names, city, state, etc) The committee has noticed that MANY students don't capitalize these items.
If a letter of recommendation is needed, make sure that letter is submitted PRIOR to the deadline or else the application will not be considered for the scholarship.
NACC also will send out emails throughout the scholarship window to help with any errors we see and need the student to correct. (ex. GPA entered on 4.0 scale when we need it on 100 pt, majoring in a Technical program but didn't apply for Technical scholarships)
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To be considered for a scholarship you MUST meet ALL of the following qualifications
Must be a primary account holder (Tax Reported Owner), not solely a joint on an account
Must be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university
Can Not be an RFCU® employee, elected member of the Board of Directors or, any member of a Redstone volunteer committee
Redstone Partner Schools
Alabama A&M University J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College
The University of Alabama in Huntsville Middle Tennessee State University
Oakwood University Calhoun Community College Athens State University
Northeast Alabama Community College
Deadline February 28, 2026
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