🎓 Scholarships & Financial Aid Guide for 2025–26

A resource for high school students & families

🔑 Planning & Organization Tools

• Avoid Scams: How to Identify Scholarship Scams | Fastweb
  
  

• Track Scholarships: Use this free Scholarship Tracker to stay organized.
  
  

• Scholarship Search Engines:
  
  

  • GearUp WA Scholarship List
    
    

  • Scholarship Junkies’ Free Scholarship Bank.
    
    

  • FastWeb
    
    

  • Sallie Mae Scholarship Search
    
    

  • The WashBoard – WA-based scholarships
    
    

• Essay Help: Get Schooled Essay Review – submit your essays for free feedback within one week.
  
  

💰 Federal & State Financial Aid

Start here: Washington Student Achievement Council – Apply

• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): Apply here
  
  

  • File even if you don’t think you qualify—some scholarships require proof.
    
    

  • Supports students who are McKinney-Vento, Free/Reduced Lunch, foster youth, or undocumented.
    
    

  • Help: FAFSA How-To Videos  

  • Resource for specific instructions   FastWeb Parent Guardian Supports

       Washington State Opportunity Scholarship    https://waopportunityscholarship.org/applicants/baccalaureate/

This one opens in Jan. and is for good $$$, especially in computer science, health care etc. LOOOOKKKK! 

• WA Grant (Washington College Grant): Learn more at WAgrant.org
  
  

  • Available for ALL eligible WA residents, including undocumented students.
    
    

  • Covers college, technical training, and apprenticeships.
    
    

  • Amount varies by family income. Families making up to $120,500 may qualify for 2025–26.
    
    

  • Financial Aid Calculator
    
    

• Spanish Resources: WA Grant en Español
  
  

🌟 Local Scholarships (Shelton & Mason County)

• Local scholarships are posted throughout the year (most due in spring).
  
  

• Many are awarded at the SHS Scholarship Night, but open to ALL Shelton School District students.
  
  

• See the updated list here: SHS Career Center Scholarships

Greetings Mason County Educators,

I wanted to let you know that our scholarship application for graduating high school seniors (and GED recipients) is now open! Please find more information here: https://www.thecommunityfoundation.com/scholarship/scholarship-overview

The scholarships below are eligible for students in Mason County:

• Next Step

• Richard J. Geiger

• Russell Legacy: Women in STEM

• OURCU SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

• The 2026 scholarship application cycle is now open!

• ELIGIBILITY:

• Must be an OURCU member in good standing and a 2026 graduating high school senior attending a college, university, community college, vocational or technical school in the Fall of 2026.

• INSTRUCTIONS:

• Click the link to review the guidelines and apply online. Must include up to three letters of recommendation. Must include copy of grade transcripts. All applications must be fully completed to be eligible for review and consideration. Any incomplete applications will be declined.

• Applications must be submitted through the digital application available on this page.

• Apply for a Scholarship HERE

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  Annual Scholarship Information for the year 2026-27

• Harstine Island Women’s Club Scholarship 

• Judy and Charles Chase Scholarship Fund 

• For Harstine Island Residents 

• The Harstine Island Women’s Club is accepting scholarship applications from full time Harstine Island 

• residents of any age, who will have obtained a diploma from an accredited high school program, or a received 

• a GED, by August 2026. Applications may be submitted annually. 

• Scholarships are available for postsecondary education in an academic, vocational, or continuing education 

• program for the academic year 2026-2027.

• Scholarship applications are evaluated based upon the Harstine Island Women’s Club procedures and include 

• the following considerations: commitment to purpose, qualities of citizenship and leadership, contribution 

• to the community, academic achievement, and ability to communicate plans and objectives. In the event 

• of ties, interviews may be conducted. 

• Scholarships will be paid directly to the student’s chosen postsecondary educational provider upon the club’s 

• receiving proof of the recipient’s enrollment. If the student enrolls in an on-line or correspondence course and 

• must pay directly at the time of enrollment, the club will reimburse the student up to the amount of the 

• scholarship upon receipt of proof of enrollment. 

• Scholarship applications may be obtained online at: http://www.harstinecc.org/hiwc-scholarship 

• To apply, submit the following items to the Harstine Island Women’s Club Scholarship Committee:

• 1. Completed 2-page application form. 

• Note: If the application is not complete, it may not be considered.

• 2. A personal statement about your plans and goals (no more than one typed page)

• 3. At least three dated letters of recommendation which include a description of the relationship to 

• applicant. One recommendation is required to be recent (dated within six months of the date of this 

• application).

• 4. Most recent school/college transcript(s) (not required to be official).

• 5. Photocopy of state driver’s license or current ID card.

• Mail Applications to: HIWC Scholarships 

• PO Box 62 

• Shelton, WA 98584 

• Applicants will be notified by certified mail in May regarding the results of their applications and of 

• procedures for payment of the scholarships. Awarded funds must be claimed by January 31, 2027 unless 

• special arrangements have been made in writing.

🌎 State & National Scholarship Databases

• 2026 Exclusive

• Scholarship Junkies’ Free Scholarship Bank.
  
  

• FastWeb
  
  

• College Success Foundation – focus on underserved students & foster youth
  
  

• Military Scholar – for military families
  
  

• Pride Foundation Scholarships – LGBTQ+ and allied students
  
  

• Unigo – scholarship and essay contests
  
  

• Peterson’s – test prep & funding database
  
  

• Student Scholarships.org – HUGE, updated list
  
  

🎓 Special Programs & Opportunities

• Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): List of schools – out-of-state tuition discounts for WA students
  
  

• College Board Opportunity Scholarships: Earn up to $500 for building a strong college list
  
  

• Campus Pride Social Justice Mini-Grants: Up to $600 for LGBTQ+ activism
  
  

• UW Young Executives of Color (YEOC): Free 9-month mentorship program at UW Foster School of Business
  
  

• QuestBridge National College Match: Full rides for high-achieving, low-income seniors
  
  

📝 Examples of Current Scholarships

(Amounts and deadlines vary – check links for updates.)

• Spirit of Wenatchee Aviation Scholarship – $1,460
  
  

• Zachary Scheppat Memorial Science Scholarship – $2,500
  
  

• Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarships – $2,500 (500 winners)
  
  

• Sea Mar Farmworker Scholarship – $1,000 Apply here
  
  

• Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (CTS) – up to $1,500/quarter for trades & STEM
  
  

• Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) – $11,000
  
  

• Michelle Obama Award for Memoir – $10,000 for a student writer
  
  

• Golden Door Scholars (Undocumented Students) – Full tuition scholarships
  
  

(⚡ For a constantly updated master list, check StudentScholarships.org)

Attn: Counselors, Teachers, Students, and Parents

Below you will find a list of 19 Scholarship Programs available to your students. More than 800 Individual 

Scholarships will be distributed through these 19 Programs. Students from your school are eligible for all 

awards below. 

*Newsletter is available for PDF Download here:

https://studentscholarships.org/newsletters

 Microsoft Disability Scholarship - $20,000 - 11 Awards (Deadline: March 16, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a current high school senior.

B) Pursue a degree in one the following majors: Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information 

Systems, Law, Business, Paralegal, Pre-Law, Finance, Business Administration, or Marketing.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12198/microsoft-disability-scholarship

HITEC Foundation Scholarship Program - $5,000 - 35 Awards (Deadline: March 16, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be of Hispanic/Latinx heritage.

B) Be a graduating high school senior or current undergraduate/graduate student.

Applications can be found by going to: 

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/19795/hitec-foundation-scholarship-program

Microsoft Women Scholarship - $5,000 - 16 Awards (Deadline: March 16, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a female and in senior year of high school.

B) Plan to enroll full-time in a technology, engineering, math, or computer science-related undergraduate 

degree at an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/29332/microsoft-women-scholarship

Truman D. Picard Scholarship - $4,000 - 5 Awards (Deadline: March 20, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a Native American pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

B) Be a graduating high school senior or current undergraduate/graduate student.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10157/truman-d-picard-scholarship

CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship - $20,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: March 27, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be an African American/Black graduating high school senior.

B) Be enrolled in a nationally or regionally accredited undergraduate or graduate institution by the Fall of 2026.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14144/cbc-spouses-visual-arts-scholarship

 Educational Foundation for Women in Accounting - $10,000 - 8 Awards (Deadline: March 30, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be planning to pursue a business degree, preference given to those focused on accounting.

B) Be a woman and have financial need.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9566/educational-foundation-for-women-in-accounting-scholarships

Society of Women Engineers Scholarship - $10,000 - 330 Awards (Deadline: March 31, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be studying engineering, technology or computing in the upcoming academic year.

B) Be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.

Applications can be found by going to: 

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8914/society-of-women-engineers-scholarship

 Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship - $3,500 – 50 Awards (Deadline: March 31, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a childhood cancer survivor under the age of 25 and diagnosed before the age of 18. 

B) Be accepted into a post-secondary school for the fall semester of the upcoming academic year. 

Applications can be found by going to: 

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/15058/beyond-the-cure-ambassador-scholarship

Young American Creative Patriotic Scholarship - $10,000 – 8 Awards (Deadline: March 31, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school in the United States or be a dependent of U.S. 

military or civilian personnel in an overseas school.

B) Be in grades 9-12.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9706/young-american-creative-patriotic-scholarship

American Nuclear Society Scholarship - $5,000 - 96 Awards (Deadline: April 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a graduating high school senior who has enrolled full-time in college and is pursuing science, 

technology, engineering, or mathematics with an interest in working in nuclear science and technology.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9785/american-nuclear-society-scholarships

Vicki Soto Memorial Scholarship - $12,000 - 4 Awards (Deadline: April 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a full-time senior student graduating in the spring of 2026.

B) Intend to pursue a career in education at an accredited college.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/26499/vicki-soto-memorial-scholarship

Water Ski Foundation Scholarships - $10,000 – 27 Awards (Deadline: April 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be an incoming freshman through senior at a two or four year accredited college or university.

B) Participate in the sport of water skiing, as a rider, volunteer, or official.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9492/water-ski-foundation-scholarships

Chief Petty Officer Scholarship - $5,000 - 52 Awards (Deadline: April 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a dependent child, stepchild of a US Navy Active Duty, Retired, Honorably Discharged, Reserve, or 

deceased Chief, Senior Chief, or Master Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy.

B) Be a graduating high school senior or an undergraduate student pursuing four-year college degree.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/30000/chief-petty-officer-scholarship

Educational Theatre Association Scholarships - $2,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: April 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a graduating high school senior.

B) Be currently participating in Theatre or Film in school or the community.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/16204/educational-theatre-association-scholarships

 Jack Terry Memorial Scholarship - $2,000 - 3 Awards (Deadline: April 6, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a high school senior with a 3.5 GPA or higher and have limited resources to afford an education. 

B) Have overcome hardships or adversity in their lives.

Applications can be found by going to: 

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/23790/jack-terry-memorial-scholarship

 Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program - $5,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: April 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be age 23 years or younger and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

B) Be a child or stepchild of an active duty, retired or veteran member of USAF, ANG or AFRC. 

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/21237/airmen-memorial-foundation-scholarship-program

📌 Extra Resources for Native American Students

 3/2/26    American Indian Endowment Scholarship:     https://wsac.wa.gov/american-indian-endowed-scholarship

• American Indian College Fund
  
  

• AISES Scholarships
  
  

• American Indian Services Scholarship
  
  

• Cobell Scholarship
  
  

• Native Forward
  
  

• Leadership 1000 – statewide eligibility

• Governors’ Sch. for Foster Youth – statewide eligibility

• BECU – open to BECU members

• Martin Luther King Jr. – limited eligibility

• Costco Employees – open to Costco employees nationwide

Open This!    https://studentscholarships.org/scholarships

The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship helps students interested in computer science with the support of up to $40,000 in college funding and internship opportunities at Amazon.  

Today’s students are tomorrow’s engineers. Amazon is taking action to expand opportunities for students to study computer science and related fields, so they can build the future.  

To apply students must: 

• Be a high school senior in the U.S. who is currently enrolled in or who has completed a high school or college dual degree course where computer science is the subject. Students who have not taken a computer science course can opt-in to take an assessment offered by Amazon.   

• Be planning to attain a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or other computer science related fields of study from an accredited 4-year college or from a 2-year college with the intent to transfer to a 4-year college.  

• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).  

• Demonstrate financial need. 

• Be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Employment Authorized to work in the United States.  

We are excited to inform you and your High School Graduating Seniors of Green Diamond Resource Company’s Mark E. Reed Scholarship. The Green Diamond Resource Company – Washington Timberlands Division will be offering graduating seniors the opportunity to apply for 1 of 11 scholarships each in the amount of $3,000.00 to be used exclusively by the awarded student for tuition, books, living, costs, and other incidental expenses while securing a higher education during the program year.

Applications open February 1st. To apply, students must complete the online application, which can be accessed here: https://greendiamondresourcecompany.submittable.com/submit. Please be advised that we will no longer be accepting applications via email or mail, as the online application process is more efficient.

Attached to this email is a PDF poster for you to print and hang up at the school or post online. Please note that time is of the essence and all applications must be received by Saturday, February 28th, 2026. If any questions come up from you or any students, please feel free to call/text me at 360-427-4727 or send an email to MERScholarshipNWT@greendiamond.com

Thank you for assisting with this matter. We are looking forward to receiving applications in the near future!

Sincerely,

Cassie Myers

Secretary, Washington Board

Mark E. Reed Scholarship

Apply for WSOS Baccalaureate Scholarship ($22,500)

Washington Student Achievement Council sent this bulletin at 01/22/2026 08:13 AM PST View it as a Web page.| 

A message from our partners at Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS).

Apply for WSOS Baccalaureate Scholarship

The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) offers a Baccalaureate Scholarship (BaS) to support Washington students who want a bachelor’s degree in STEM or health care fields. If selected for the scholarship, you could receive up to $22,500 in financial aid and access to mentorship, career training, and other services to help you launch your career in Washington state. The financial aid you receive can be used to cover tuition, along with other necessities like housing, transportation, food, and more.

The BaS application is open until February 26, 2026, at 9 p.m.

To be eligible, you must:

• Pursue a STEM or health care major.

• Live in Washington.

• Have a 2.75 GPA in your current high school or college, or have a passing GED score.

• Have a family income that does not exceed 125% of Washington's median family income.

You cannot apply for the Baccalaureate Scholarship if you already have a bachelor’s degree. More information can be found on the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship website.

Note: If you’re interested in starting your education at a community or technical college and transferring to finish your bachelor’s degree, then the Baccalaureate Scholarship is for you!

 2026 Olympia Master Builders Education Foundation Scholarship application.

We would appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with eligible students who are interested in pursuing education or careers in the building, construction, or related trades. The scholarship is designed to support students as they continue their education and explore pathways within our industry. Applications are due by Wednesday, May 27th.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for helping us connect with students and for your continued support of educational opportunities in our community.

I have also included the link to the Residential Construction Trades Academy, being hosted at the South Puget Sound Community College Lacey campus. This is a great program for anyone 18 years old and above looking to be trained for a job in the homebuilding industry, so be sure to check it out!

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me!

Jenn Wasson

Membership and Sales Director

Olympia Master Builders

Phone: (360) 754-0912 ext. 105

Email: membership@omb.org

Scholarships360 "No Essay" Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

$10,000

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship.This scholarship...

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Niche $25,000 Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 31, 2026

$25,000

Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $25,000 to help cover tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!High school seniors who apply can also be eligible to receive acceptance (and scholarship!) offers from our Niche Direct Admissions partner colleges.Apply for our $25,000 No Essay Scholarship...

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10 Words or Less Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 15, 2026

$1,000

Scholarship Eligibility:A) Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026.B) This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:1. Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships and place a comment on any post you see answering the question:In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve...

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Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards

Deadline: Feb 02, 2026

$4,000

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined below.Who is Eligible?For the 2026 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2023, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after...

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ExploraVision Awards

Deadline: Feb 03, 2026

$10,000

The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision STEM competition is a perfect virtual and/or in person critical thinking, creative, and collaborative skill learning tool for K-12 students in the U.S and Canada.EligibilityAll students must meet the following requirements:All students must be United States or Canadian citizens and living within the United States or Canada, U.S. Territories, or a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)...

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Clarkston Scholars Award

Deadline: Feb 06, 2026

$10,000

The mission of the Clarkston Scholars program is to create equitable access and opportunities for low-income, first-generation college students with the intention of developing a future Clarkston steward.ApplicationWe are currently accepting applications for the 2026 Clarkston Scholars Program. The deadline to apply is February 6, 2026. Visit the application link below.The scholarship will only be awarded to a student who...

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KFC Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 09, 2026

$20,000

Apply for up to $20,000 in scholarships to attend the two- or four-year college, trade school, or graduate school of your choice for the 2025-2026 academic year.Next application window: January 5 to February 9, 2026How Does It Work?1. Submit your applicationYour application will be reviewed to ensure it is complete and meets minimum eligibility requirements. If applying for the $10,000...

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Scholarships for Military Children

Deadline: Feb 11, 2026

$2,000

The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize military families' contributions to the fighting force's readiness and to celebrate the commissary's role in the military family community.The application period for the 2026-2027 academic year will open on December 10, 2025 and close on February 11, 2026. Recipients will be notified of their status by mail on or about...

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Davidson Fellows Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 11, 2026

$100,000

We award $100,000, $50,000 and $25,000 scholarships to gifted and high-achieving students, 18 years old or under, who have completed a significant piece of work.Application Submission & DeadlineThe 2026 application is now available until February 11, 2026.The application process has two parts! The initial portion asks for a brief description of the project/portfolio to ensure eligibility. The second part of...

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Joieful Connections Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

$5,000

Joieful Connections believes that children of all abilities should have the opportunity to attend college or other forms of higher education.Unfortunately, college is often not accessible to students with disabilities. With disabled students making up 14% of public school students, with a total of around 7 million, it’s critical that this group has more support, so they’re able to pursue...

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Venus Morris Griffin Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

$10,000

It started with hardship. After overcoming a life of trials and tribulations, Venus Morris Griffin established a scholarship fund to help children much like her own. A $10,000 annual scholarship fund was created to help deserving high school students with an incarcerated parent to ensure that nothing stops them from reaching their full potential. Since the inception of the scholarship...

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Dell Scholars Program

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

$20,000

The Dell Scholars program helps you earn your degree and launch your career. Each year, 500 students nationwide become Dell Scholars, gaining financial assistance, academic advising, career coaching, and a team of dedicated experts who support them every step of the way.Who Can Apply?To be eligible, you must:Be a high school senior participating in an approved college readiness programPlan to...

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Connex Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

$5,000

The purpose of the Connex Foundation Scholarship is to assist individuals who are exploring the study of skilled trades or multi-site facility management with the end goal of advancing their career in this field. The scholarship serves to promote the multi-site facilities industry by attracting high school, college-level, career transitioning, adult re-entry, and veteran students into the field of study...

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Club for the Future Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 16, 2026

$10,000

AIAA and Club for the Future’s Resilient Student Scholarship was created in 2023 to support students interested in pursuing a degree in aerospace. This scholarship is specifically designed to empower and inspire students who have faced unique challenges, such as disabilities, difficult socioeconomic circumstances, or being the first in their family to attend college.Made possible by a collaboration with Club...

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McDonald's HACER National Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 17, 2026

$100,000

To date, more than $33 million in McDonald’s HACER National Scholarships have been awarded to Hispanic and Latino students across the country. The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship Program offers scholarships to up to 30 outstanding students from all over the country. It continues to provide educational opportunities to help narrow the gap that exists for Hispanic and Latino college-bound students,...

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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 20, 2026

$10,000

Due to the generosity of anonymous donors, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $50,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted veganism 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.One award of...

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ELCA Fund for Leaders Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 20, 2026

$5,000

Fund for Leaders has been offering scholarships for students at ELCA seminaries who are pursuing rostered ministry in the ELCA since 2000. In the 2025-2026 academic year alone, the fund will provide nearly $3.2 million in scholarships to 458 ELCA seminary students.Eligibility and selection criteria vary across the different types of scholarships available:The ELCA Fund for Leaders Direct Full-Tuition Scholarship...

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World Bank Scholarships Program

Deadline: Feb 27, 2026

$120,000

The JJ/WBGSP is open to citizens of certain developing countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries’ development efforts who are applying to a master's degree program in a development-related topic.Subject to available funding, JJ/WBGSP offers scholarships for 44 Participating Master’s Programs in 24 universities in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania and Japan in key areas...

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Coast Guard Exchange Scholarship Program

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

$2,000

Recognizing the value of education and the benefits it brings to the Coast Guard Family, the Coast Guard Exchange (CGX) Scholarship Program was established to provide additional financial resources to dependent children of Coast Guard personnel embarking on undergraduate college/university studies.  Annually a $2,000 scholarship is awarded to the outstanding applicants on a one-time basis.  The number of scholarships granted...

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Horatio Alger Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$15,000

Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential. Eligibility RequirementsBe enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United StatesExhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in...

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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$40,000

Eligibility RequirementsChild or step-child of one of the following:Active duty, Reserve, or veteran U.S. MarineA Marine killed while serving in the U.S. Marine CorpsActive duty, reserve, or veteran U.S. Navy Corpsman, Navy Chaplain or Religious Program Specialist who is or was attached to a U.S. Marine Corps unit or who was killed while serving with a U.S. Marine Corps unit*Minimum...

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Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$10,000

The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year nomination window is from November 1st to March 1st, annually. Nomination packets must be received by each applicant's respective American Legion Department (state) no later than March 1st. Then each respective American Legion Department (state) Selection Committee will determine the Eagle Scout judged to be the best in their Department (state). The...

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American Chemical Society Scholars Program

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$5,000

Undergraduate scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year to support students - the scientists of tomorrow who will use the transforming power of chemistry to address global challenges.The ACS Catalyst Scholarship is an education initiative designed to support undergraduate students pursuing chemistry or chemistry-related fields.Applications are open from December 1st, 2025 - March 1st, 2026.The recording of the Undergraduate Scholarship Information...

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Scholarship For Journalism Diversity

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$20,000

The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo consists of a $5,000 one-year scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship, named for the former executive director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, is to recruit promising future journalists who will bring diversity to American journalism. The award can be renewed up to three years, for a total of $20,000 toward...

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Engebretson Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 01, 2026

$10,000

The Engebretson Foundation is in the process of seeking a high school senior to receive a one-year $10,000.00 per semester scholarship.All applicants must meet the following criteria:Be a graduating senior from a United States high school.Plan to attend a four-year college.Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend a four-year college.Have achieved a score of 28 composite or...

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James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 02, 2026

$10,000

The JRHMSF is an independent organization established and registered as a tax-exempt entity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Fund is established solely to provide scholarships to the child or dependent of a member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and contributions to the Fund are deductible as charitable contributions to the extent permitted by law.EligibilityTo be...

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FCCLA Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 02, 2026

$2,500

Created in remembrance of those who helped shape FCCLA’s history, this scholarship serves as a living tribute to individuals whose influence continues to inspire future generations. It honors the spirit of leadership and compassion that defines FCCLA and encourages today’s Members to carry forward that legacy in their own educational and professional pursuits.EligibilityTo be considered for this scholarship, applicants must...

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AFA National Scholarships

Deadline: Mar 05, 2026

$3,200

Who can apply?Graduating high school seniors and current undergrads enrolled in an agriculture or food-related degree program in the U.S. See the full eligibility requirements.How much money is granted?Awards vary between $1,600 and $3,200. All scholarships include admission to the AFA Leaders Conference (excluding travel).How are applications evaluated?Recipients will be selected based on their career goals, leadership and community involvement...

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Nabi Nicole Grant Memorial Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 08, 2026

$5,000

Nabi Nicole was a beloved sister who recently passed away due to a stroke.During her career, Nabi was an award-winning customer service representative for multiple corporations, but her true calling was one of faith. Nabi loved to preach in church, counsel others in her church community, and work with the youth of the community.This scholarship aims to honor the memory...

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Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

$1,000

Now in its 25th year, the Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is an engaging, in-depth, five-day summer program for 51 high school juniors (one from each state and the District of Columbia) who “Dream. Dare. Do.”Whether you’re interested in journalism or multimedia storytelling, this program is for you!Be the one to represent your state and join students from...

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Adam Smith Fellowship

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

$10,000

A one-year program for doctoral students from any university and discipline who are interested in political economy.Applications for the 2026 - 2027 academic year are due March 15, 2026.Application review will begin after the deadline, and decisions will begin to be announced twelve or more weeks after the deadline.DetailsThe total award of up to $7,000 includes:A stipendAll required readingsTravel and...

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9/11 Promise Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

$15,000

The 9.11 Promise Run provides scholarships to qualified children of first responders and military service members who have been killed or injured and are unable to hold employment.Starting in 2019, participants of the 9.11 Promise events fundraised for scholarships that positively impact the lives of children and families impacted by the loss of their loved one.Scholarship amounts range from a...

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National Black Nurses Association Scholarship Program

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

$15,000

The National Black Nurses Association scholarships to students at all levels (LPN to Doctorate).Applications and supporting materials will ONLY be accepted electronically.Applications and supporting materials will ONLY be accepted via the Community Force platform.SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS:The following is required for submission:1. Two letters of recommendationOne letter from a NBNA member, or leader (past or present) who can validate the information in...

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Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

$10,000

Beginning with our 2026 awards cycle, the Barron Prize has moved to a two-step application process. Applicants must complete the pre-application form as Step 1. If you meet our eligibility requirements, you will receive an email with instructions for accessing our full online application (Step 2).SUBMISSION DEADLINES:Step 1 (pre-application): March 15, 5 PM Mountain TimeStep 2 (full application): April 15,...

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Microsoft disAbility Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 16, 2026

$20,000

The Seattle Foundation and the Disability at Microsoft Inclusion Network have established a scholarship program to assist current high school seniors who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs and pursuing various eligible areas of study.EligibilityApplicants to the Microsoft Disability Scholarship Program must:Be a current high school seniorPlan to enroll in full-time or half-time undergraduate study...

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Army ROTC Scholarships

Deadline: Mar 16, 2026

$200,000

Scholarships and other monetary support are available to help with costs when you join Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). Focus on your education and graduate into a secure path as an Army Officer—and with less debt for the school years your scholarship covers. You’re eligible if you are a high school student enrolling in college, enrolled in college, or...

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Society of Women Engineers Scholarship

Deadline: Mar 31, 2026

$10,000

SWE scholarships support students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in engineering, engineering technology, and fields related to engineering.Eligibility RequirementsYou are eligible for SWE scholarships if you are:An incoming collegiate freshman through graduate studentStudying full-time (exceptions made for reentry/nontraditional students)Studying at an ABET-accredited program in engineering, technology or computing in the upcoming academic year (check to see if your program is...

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SEMA Memorial Scholarships

Deadline: Apr 03, 2026

$5,000

College is expensive. SEMA can help.Earn up to $5,000 for School.Every year SEMA helps students pay for their college tuition and SEMA Members pay off their student loans. Students from all academic and technical disciplines that lead to careers in the automotive industry are welcome to apply!Awards distributed in July.YOU COULD BE A WINNER!Check the eligibilty requirements below to see...

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Stockholm Junior Water Prize Competition

Deadline: Apr 15, 2026

$15,000

The U.S. Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP) was founded in 1997 by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) to complement the Stockholm Water Prize. The SJWP is the world's most prestigious award presented to a high school student for a water-research project.The competition is open to all high school students in grades 9-12 who have reached the age of 15...

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Lift Parts Express Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Lift Parts Express Scholarship you must be either:A Current Senior in High School or a Freshman or Sophomore in College/UniversityBe a legal resident of the United States or CanadaEnrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2026Submit a completed online application form prior to the deadline.

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National Dairy Shrine Scholarships

Deadline: Apr 30, 2026

$3,000

INTERNSHIP GOALSTo effectively promote the mission of the Dairy Shrine via social media platforms.To share a diverse array of content through human interest stories, dairy industry news, organization news and award recipients as well as membership benefits.To collaborate with other dairy industry organizations and checkoff programs to promote the dairy industry and increase consumer engagement.To make current and potential Dairy...

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LM Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 01, 2026

$500

The LM Scholarship Program provides a $500 scholarship to a deserving student who is: 1. Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September. 2. A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.3. A student must be...

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Odenza Vacations College Scholarship

Deadline: May 01, 2026

$500

To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2026.2) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2026 deadline.3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.4) Be a resident of the United States...

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Got a Spine Scholarship

Deadline: May 02, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Arctic Chiropractic "Got a Spine Scholarship" a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than October of 2026.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2026.3) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Be attending a...

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Review It Scholarship

Deadline: May 15, 2026

$1,000

Dr. Gabriel and Christine Chiu are active philanthropists who avidly support a variety of organizations such as: Children Mending Hearts, Cedars Sinai, the American Red Cross, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, John Wayne Cancer Institute, Children's Action Network, GenArt, AVIVA, Project Angel Food, Center Dance Arts, Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Obesity, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Help for Orphans,...

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Summit Physical Therapy Scholarship

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Summit Physical Therapy scholarship a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than January of 2027.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by January of 2027.3) Have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Submit answers to the essay...

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✅ Tip for Students:
Start early, stay organized, and apply for as many scholarships as you can. Even small awards add up and can cover books, supplies, or living expenses.

25-26 Scholarship Application.pdf 

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·         BigFuture Scholarship. Class of 2026 and ‘27, take steps on BigFuture.org in September to earn entries for monthly $500 and $40,000 scholarships.

Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards

Deadline: Feb 02, 2026

$4,000

Legacy Awards are $4,000 scholarships available to children and grandchildren of Elks members. Eligibility requirements are outlined below.Who is Eligible?For the 2026 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2023, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after...

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ExploraVision Awards

Deadline: Feb 03, 2026

$10,000

The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision STEM competition is a perfect virtual and/or in person critical thinking, creative, and collaborative skill learning tool for K-12 students in the U.S and Canada.EligibilityAll students must meet the following requirements:All students must be United States or Canadian citizens and living within the United States or Canada, U.S. Territories, or a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)...

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Scholarships for Military Children

Deadline: Feb 11, 2026

$2,000

The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize military families' contributions to the fighting force's readiness and to celebrate the commissary's role in the military family community.The application period for the 2026-2027 academic year will open on December 10, 2025 and close on February 11, 2026. Recipients will be notified of their status by mail on or about...

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Joieful Connections Scholarship

Deadline: Feb 16, 2026

$5,000

Joieful Connections believes that children of all abilities should have the opportunity to attend college or other forms of higher education.Unfortunately, college is often not accessible to students with disabilities. With disabled students making up 14% of public school students, with a total of around 7 million, it’s critical that this group has more support, so they’re able to pursue...

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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarships

Deadline: Feb 20, 2026

$10,000

Due to the generosity of anonymous donors, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $50,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted veganism 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.One award of...

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Lift Parts Express Scholarship

Deadline: Apr 30, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Lift Parts Express Scholarship you must be either:A Current Senior in High School or a Freshman or Sophomore in College/UniversityBe a legal resident of the United States or CanadaEnrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2026Submit a completed online application form prior to the deadline.

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LM Scholarship Program

Deadline: May 01, 2026

$500

The LM Scholarship Program provides a $500 scholarship to a deserving student who is: 1. Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September. 2. A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.3. A student must be...

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Odenza Vacations College Scholarship

Deadline: May 01, 2026

$500

To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2026.2) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2026 deadline.3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.4) Be a resident of the United States...

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Got a Spine Scholarship

Deadline: May 02, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Arctic Chiropractic "Got a Spine Scholarship" a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than October of 2026.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2026.3) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Be attending a...

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Summit Physical Therapy Scholarship

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

$500

To be eligible for the Summit Physical Therapy scholarship a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than January of 2027.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by January of 2027.3) Have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Submit answers to the essay...

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Notes and Details:

Federal and State Financial Aid 

Here is your starting spot: https://wsac.wa.gov/apply

FAFSA https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out

These videos do a great job of helping understand financing your plans: 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJwFzPB3tLoJfMSrGDShaYUmD3DH5BG7D

Here are the steps to file your FAFSA Instruction  Please be sure to file. File if you know you won't qualify so you can prove so in your scholarship search. File so you can know what your financial plan is if you are listed as McKinney Vento, Free or Reduced Lunch, currently or formerly a foster child. Don't leave money on the table AND don't decide you can't afford any after high school training without checking first! 

FAFSA/WAFSA Updates from Jan. 2024!

Washington Financial Aid for Education and Training (English) - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJwFzPB3tLoJfMSrGDShaYUmD3DH5BG7D

*This site has virtual support for the FAFSA all the way through. Please take a look uAspire 

WA Grant gives more money to more people

Washington College Grant (WA Grant) gives more money to more people for more kinds of education and training beyond high school. WA Grant is not reserved for valedictorians or athletes—it is available to all eligible Washington residents, including undocumented students. If you meet the program and income requirements, you have money waiting for you.

WA Grant can help you access many types of education and training:

• Public and private colleges and universities.

• Workforce and training programs.

• Approved apprenticeship programs.

WA Grant amounts vary based on income, family size, and program cost. This year, an eligible student from a family of four with income of $78,500 or less per year can get a full award. What does that mean? For example, public college tuition would likely be free for a family with three children and a single parent making $37 per hour. For middle-income families, grant amounts are lower. But even someone from a family of four making up to $120,500 per year can get some money to help pay for college or training—and income limits will be even higher for 2025-26.

Students and families can use the financial aid calculator to estimate their potential WA Grant award, but the only way to know for sure how much you can get is to apply for financial aid. Applications for the 2025-26 academic year are now open.

WA Grant helps make college or job training affordable. Learn more at WAgrant.org.

Spanish version: 

La subvención de WA otorga más dinero a más personas

La subvención Washington College Grant (WA Grant) otorga más dinero a más personas para más tipos de educación y capacitación más allá de la preparatoria. La subvención WA Grant no está reservada para los mejores estudiantes o deportistas, está disponible para todos los residentes de Washington que cumplan con los requisitos, incluidos los estudiantes indocumentados. Si cumple con los requisitos del programa y de ingresos, tiene dinero esperándolo.

WA Grant puede ayudarle a acceder a muchos tipos de educación y capacitación:

• Universidades y colegios públicos y privados.

• Programas de capacitación y de mano de obra.

• Programas de aprendizaje aprobados

Los montos de las subvenciones de WA varían según los ingresos, el tamaño de la familia y el costo del programa. Este año, un estudiante elegible de una familia de cuatro personas con ingresos de $78,500 o menos por año puede obtener una subvención completa. ¿Qué significa eso? Por ejemplo, la matrícula universitaria pública probablemente sería gratuita para una familia con tres hijos y un padre soltero que gane $37 por hora. Para las familias de ingresos medios, los montos de las subvenciones son más bajos. Pero incluso alguien de una familia de cuatro personas que gane hasta $120,500 por año puede obtener algo de dinero para ayudar a pagar la universidad o la capacitación, y los límites de ingresos serán aún más altos para 2025-26.

Los estudiantes y las familias pueden usar la calculadora de ayuda financiera para estimar la posible concesión de la beca WA, pero la única forma de saber con certeza cuánto pueden obtener es solicitar ayuda financiera. Las solicitudes para el año académico 2025-26 ya están abiertas.

WA Grant ayuda a que la educación universitaria o la capacitación laboral sean asequibles. Obtenga más información en WAgrant.org.

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Local Opportunities: 

Local Scholarships
Local scholarships are offered throughout the year, but most are due in the spring. These come from Mason County organizations that want to support local graduates.

Keep checking this list—it will be updated as new scholarships become available.

WSECU

https://wsecu.org/scholarships?utm_campaign=scho&utm_source=em&utm_medium=pem

Many of these awards are presented at the Scholarship Award Event at SHS, but they are open to all Shelton School District students!

• Our partners at SHS have a complete list as AND YOU ARE ELLIGIBLE TOO: (THERE IS A LOT OF $ HERE, SO PLEASE TAKE A LOOK) https://shs.sheltonschools.org/departments_classrooms/career_center/scholarship_info

State and Local List Serves: 

Look for list serves that will help you filter. Below are many national opportunities. You will also find local ones. The local are often accessible especially if you have community involvement as part of your resume or application information. 

The WashBoard  

https://thewashboard.org  

A Washington State-based, user friendly, student centered website for efficiently finding, and applying  for scholarships based in Washington. Matches students with valid scholarship opportunities.  

• Scholarship Junkies’ Free Scholarship Bank. Scholarship Junkies has launched their brand-new Scholarship Bank! This organization is a reputable and safe source to search for scholarships.

FastWeb  

https://www.fastweb.com/  

The leading online resource in finding scholarships to help pay for school. Also provides help choosing a  college, paying for college, and finding jobs during and after college.  

Sallie Mae Scholarship Search  

https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/tools/scholarship-search/  

Large, free, database of national scholarships.

College Success Foundation  

https://www.collegesuccessfoundation.org/about-us  

College Success Foundation provides a unique integrated system of supports and scholarships to inspire  underserved, low-income students to finish high school, graduate from college and succeed in life.  Also has scholarship for foster youth.  

Military Scholar  

https://www.militaryscholar.org/  

Lists scholarships for military children.  

Pride Foundation Scholarships  

https://pridefoundation.org/find-funding/scholarships/  

Pride Foundation provides essential financial resources, scholarships, and community support to  inspirational LGBTQ+ and allied student leaders across the Northwest.  

Peterson’s  

https://www.petersons.com/  

This site helps you find, prep, and fund your college education.  

Unigo  

https://www.unigo.com/  

Cirkled In is an award-winning, secure, and engaging online profile platform that helps high school students with “College and Career Readiness”. Cirkled In provides a one-stop shop for various educational and employment opportunities. Check out our College Search database as well as over 8,000 jobs and internships database curated just for students.

https://studentscholarships.org/ is a list serve and information hub of more than I could ever list here. Please-Go-Here! I can almost guarantee you qualify for more than one scholarship here~ and yes, I sprinkled it through this page because it is really soooo rich. 

Juniors- this is a 100% free service that you can apply for. It will help you as you look for scholarships and acceptance to schools of your choice. It is outstanding! *TIME SENSITIVE   https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LSt3dI0uPSNNFIpNBs_HkTj0PWRHWgt5muss7fkESeA/edit

• College Board Opportunity Scholarships. When deciding which colleges, you want to apply to, aim to have at least six schools on your list, including three reach, two matches, and one safety. Seniors who strengthen their college list will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship!

• Campus Pride Social Justice Mini-Grants for Activism. Grant Awards: Up to $600 to individuals, student organizations, or campuses. Priority consideration: Efforts that focus on 18-26-year-old young adults. Advocating for LGBTQ awareness, programming, and initiatives within a social justice lens addressing intersections of ethnicity, race, class, ability, faith/spirituality, etc. Rolling deadlines.

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.

Current College Students: WPC YP Scholarships » Young Professionals » Washington Policy Center 

 Western Undergraduate Exchange

The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is an agreement among WICHE’s 16 members, through which 160+ participating public colleges and universities provide steep nonresident tuition savings for Western students. Click here for the full list of participating WUE schools!

Through WUE, eligible students can choose from hundreds of undergraduate programs outside their home state, and pay no more than 150 percent of that institution’s resident tuition rate.

Since full nonresident college-tuition rates may exceed 300 percent of resident rates, WUE increases affordable higher-education choices for students, and minimizes the adverse impacts of student loan debt.

National Rolling Scholarships from my desk to yours: 

This list continually updates with scholarships for all grades and situations:     https://studentscholarships.org/scholarships.php#google_vignette

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships.

• Get Schooled’s Scholarship Finder. This free scholarship search database for students is safe and legit and will never sell or share their personal information.

Scholarships & Opportunities

Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships.

• Get Schooled’s Scholarship Finder. This free scholarship search database for students is safe and legit and will never sell or share their personal information.

• Video: How to Effectively Find Scholarships. Looking for scholarships can feel overwhelming. But have no fear—this video from Get Schooled shares tips on how to improve your search.

Scholarshief Descript

Spirit of Wenatchee Aviation Scholarship Provider: Spirit of Wenatchee Amount: $1,460 # of winners: 1

Zachary Scheppat Memorial Science Scholarship Provider: Bold.org / Scheppat Amount: $2,500 # of winners: 2

Stuck at Prom Scholarship Provider: Duck Brand Amount: $10,000 # of winners: 4

Gerald D. Peet Scholarship Provider: Native Forward Scholars Fund Amount: Varies # of winners: Varies

Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarships Provider: The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. Amount: $2,500 # of winners: 500

Personal Info - Profile Completeness Scholarship (2023-2024) Provider: Going Merry Amount: $1,000 # of winners: 1

Education - Profile Completeness Scholarship (2023-2024) Provider: Going Merry Amount: $1,000 # of winners: 1

Extracurriculars - Profile Completeness Scholarship (2023-2024) Provider: Going Merry Amount: $1,000 # of winners: 1

 Family - Profile Completeness Scholarship (2023-2024) Provider: Going Merry Amount: $1,000 # of winners: 1

LiveLikeLyly Memorial Scholarship Provider: Against The Grain Productions Amount: $1,000 # of winners 1

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Career & Technical (Fall) Provider: Washington State Opportunity Scholarship Foundation
Amount: $10,000
# of winners: Varies

Celebrate The West High School Art Competition Provider: Western Governors’ Association
Amount: $1,500
# of winners: 3

Sea Mar Farmworker High School Scholarship Provider: Sea Mar Community Health Centers
Amount: $1,000
# of winners: Varies

Year of the Apple Art Contest Provider: Washington Apple Education Foundation (WAEF)
Amount: $1,000
# of winners: 3

College Bound Scholarship Provider: Washington Student Achievement Council
Amount: Varies
# of winners: Varies

CCD Law Spokane Community Scholarship Provider: CCD Law
Amount: $500
# of winners: 1

Washington Thoroughbred Foundation Scholarship Provider: Washington Thoroughbred Foundation
Amount: $5,000
# of winners: Varies

Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship Provider: United Way of Pierce County
Amount: $2,500
# of winners: Varies

Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE) Provider: Washington Workforce Training & Education Coordinating Board
Amount: $11,000
# of winners: 147

Trane Technician of the Future Scholarship Provider: TRANE / Scholarship America
Amount: $4,000
# of winners: Vari

KMR Group Foundation

Washington Association of County Officials

($3,000) - The fund awards up to three $3,000 scholarships to eligible children of county employees and county elected officials in the following offices: assessors, auditors, clerks, coroners, medical examiners, prosecutors, sheriffs, and treasurers. Recipients must be full-time baccalaureate, associate, or vocational/technical certification program students.

All About Education Scholarship

($3,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?"

E-waste Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about e-waste. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about e-waste.

International Teamster Women’s Caucus Scholarship Program

($500) - For daughters/sons of active or retired Teamster members with at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing. Need to submit 500 to 750 words on the following topic in your own words: “How can Unions motivate our youth and women, in particular, to become involved in the Union?”

The Paradigm Challenge

($200 - $100,000) - The Paradigm Challenge is an annual competition that invites students aged 4 to 18 worldwide to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to help solve a real-life problem and make a difference.

Humane Education Network: A Voice for Animals HS Essay Contest

For HS students (ages 14-19). $150-$650. Rules & requirements may vary from year to year.

AISES Intel Growing the Legacy Scholarship

The AISES Intel Scholarship will fund scholarship awards to American Indian/Alaska Native AISES members pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Chemical Engineering and Material Science.

Fifth Month Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five for being original." Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application.

College is Power Scholarship

($1,000) A scholarship to help you pay for college! The "College Is Power" scholarship is open to students aged 17 and older who are currently in college or plan to start college within the next 12 months. Use the scholarship to pay for tuition, books, room and board, computers, or anything related to your education!

UW Young Executives of Color Program

YEOC is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the University of Washington Foster School of Business. The program serves 190 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors from 75 schools in Washington. Students attend sessions on the UW campus one Saturday every month for college preparation, business lectures, professional development, and powerful mentorship. YEOC is a FREE nine-month program. The only cost to students is transportation to UW Seattle.

American Indian College Fund Full Circle Scholarship

For American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking technical, undergraduate, and graduate degrees at tribal colleges and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Open to any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0-grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund

($500) - Please submit a 'visual poem,’ in your chosen style, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11 piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can be abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words.

A.T. Anderson Memorial Scholarship

($1,000) - This scholarship is awarded to American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian AISES members pursuing the sciences, engineering, medicine, natural resources, math & technology degrees. Students are required to submit three essays (prompts provided), up to 1,000 words each.

American Atheists Founders’ Scholarship

The American Atheists awards the $1,000 O'Hair Scholarship and four $500 President's Scholarships to atheist students attending graduate, law, college, university, or vocational school in the United States; you do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be awarded the scholarship, but you do have to attend a U.S.-based institution

Sea Mar Farmworker High School & College Scholarships

Sea Mar recognizes and acknowledges the barriers children of farm working families face in their pursuit of a college degree. Economic strains, as well as the language and cultural barriers can often affect these students.

Sometimes students need to work after-school and all summer to assist their family. Sea Mar is proud to provide annual scholarships to help make college a reality.

Award amount: $1,000.

You can access this scholarship by clicking here.

• Michelle Obama Award for Memoir. This award will grant one young, promising writer a college scholarship of $10,000 and the opportunity to learn more about the publishing industry! For current high school seniors who plan to attend a two-year or four-year college.

Point Foundation: College Scholarships for LGBT Students

For HS seniors. No citizenship is required. History of leadership &/or allyship in issues that affect the LGBT/Queer community. Must plan to continue this leadership/allyship in the future. No specific GPA but seeking candidates w/ high academic performance.

SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship Application (cognitoforms.com)

CTS Applicants - Washington State Opportunity Scholarship

CTS applicants no longer need to have earned their high school diploma or GED from a Washington state institution. They just need to be Washington residents with a high school diploma or equivalent. Rural Jobs Initiative (RJI) applicants can now attend any community and technical college campus, so long as they're a resident of a rural county. . Rural counties include all counties in ...

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The Career and Technical Scholarship (CTS) supports Washington students on their path to high-demand trade, STEM and health care occupations. To be eligible, Scholars must enroll in an approved program, such as welding, manufacturing or IT, at one of Washington’s 34 community and technical colleges. Scholars are eligible to receive up to $1,500 each quarter for the duration of their associate degree, certificate or apprenticeship program. These scholarship funds are flexible and can be used to cover tuition, fees and other costs of attendance such as housing, transportation, food and more.

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We the Future Contest

Open to K-12 students, college students, law school students, graduate students, adults 25 years of age and older, and seniors 65 years of age and older. Each age group has different requirements, so applicants should visit the website for details. Amount varies.

QuestBridge National College Match

Online platform helps outstanding low-income HS seniors gain admission and full 4-year scholarships to some of the nation's most selective colleges.

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving.

Scholarship Poetry Contest - Winter Issue

($100-$500) - Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less.

Shout It Out Scholarship

($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit an online written response to the question: "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?"

Community College Scholarship

For those with high financial need. Students must answer two open-ended, personal, and thought-provoking questions to provide our judges with a proper understanding of each applicant.

LEAP Rise Above (aka LEAP1%) Scholarship Fund

Financial support for students who demonstrate advocacy, accountability, perseverance, and have shown a commitment to improving their community. It is open to any student regardless of citizenship status. Amount: $2,500

SEA-MAR - Farm Worker Scholarship

For students who work or have worked OR whose parent/legal guardian is or has worked as a farm worker.

SchoolHouse Connection Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program

Provides scholarships to youth who have experienced homelessness to ensure their completion of a postsecondary education program. Assists youth with financial aid processes, mental health advocacy and referrals, professional legal advocacy and referrals, and assistance in locating and establishing local contacts for general support and services. Undocumented students who meet the criteria are eligible.

Golden Door Scholars Scholarship for Undocumented Students

(Full Tuition) - Golden Door Scholars lights the way undocumented students invest in their education and achieve their career goals beyond what they might imagine. Recent high school graduates, currently enrolled undergraduates, and transfer students (community college or 4-year college) are also welcomed to apply. However, we do not support funding for graduate degrees. Students must be eligible for DACA.

• 38 Exclusive Easy Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines. From Bold.org.

• College Board Opportunity Scholarships. Seniors who strengthen their college list will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship!

• Campus Pride Social Justice Mini-Grants for Activism. Rolling deadlines.

• This service is simply PACKED with scholarships. It will take a bit to sift, but it is worth it!

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American Indian College Fund/Full Circle Scholarship: https://collegefund.org/students/scholarships/

American Indian Education Fund scholarship: http://www.nativepartnership.org/site/PageServer...

American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) scholarship: https://www.aises.org/students/scholarships

American Indian Services Scholarship: https://americanindianservices.org/students/ais-scholarship/

Association of American Indian Affairs: https://www.indian-affairs.org/scholarships.html

Catching the Dream: https://www.catchingthedream.org/

Cobell Scholarship: https://cobellscholar.org/

Indian Health Service (IHS) Scholarship: https://www.ihs.gov/scholarship/

Native Forward: www.nativeforward.org

North Dakota Indian Scholarship: https://ndus.edu/paying-for-college/nd-indian-scholarship/

Udall Scholarship: https://www.udall.gov/OurPro.../Scholarship/Scholarship.aspx

DAR Scholarship for American Indians: https://www.dar.org/natio.../scholarships/american-indian...

Various tribal affiliation scholarships: contact your tribal higher education department for scholarship opportunities