SVEC’s scholarship is available to any high school senior whose primary residence is served by Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative. The scholarship can be used for any secondary education, including colleges or trade schools. This year, and for the first time ever, we’ve had an increase in our scholarship amount! Starting in 2026, SVEC will award 10 $2,000 scholarships to students across our territory.

Scholarship application: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/370ae76b/fNOq0_BaYUqbaDbqxSIKIw?u=https://www.svec.coop/community/youth-programs/scholarships/

Our statewide association, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives, also awards scholarships each year. If a student receives power from SVEC (or another electric cooperative), they would also be eligible for this opportunity. There are a handful of scholarships available through VMDAEC’s foundation, with varying amounts of money awarded.

Statewide scholarship application (not open for applications yet, but will be soon): https://link.edgepilot.com/s/1eddf04d/AtIUe0qn_U_THnyIVJIz5w?u=https://vmdaec.com/scholarshipfoundation/

Deadline: January 30th, 2026 by 4:30pm 

The Virginia Council on Women will provide one merit-based and one need-based scholarship to female high school seniors in each of the five geographic regions across the Commonwealth through a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics, and Healthcare (STEAM-H) essay contest. This year, merit-based scholarships will be awarded based on the quality of the essay submitted, and the need-based scholarships will be awarded based on the quality of the essay and the individual's self-identified financial need. Award amounts may vary and are determined by the Council annually.

 See the flyer if you want more information or visit: women.virginia.gov OR email: women@governor.virginia.gov 

Deadline: January 30th, 2026 

The VMRC Mary Reitz Nursing Scholarship is designed to support people who wish to pursue a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN). With this scholarship, our goal is to provide financial assistance to dedicated and aspiring individuals who are committed to making a difference in these essential fields. 

Scholarship Details: 

• Eligibility: Local community members living in the cities of Harrisonburg, Staunton, Waynesboro, or the counties of Augusta, Shenandoah, Page, or Rockingham.

• Award Amount: One full-tuition scholarship (up to $30,000) will be awarded to a member of the surrounding community annually between 2025-2029. 

• Application Window: December 1, 2025, through February 13, 2026.

Application Materials: 

• Completed application form: VMRC Mary Reitz Nursing Scholarship

• A professional reference from a current or past employer attesting to their work ethic and suitability for nursing. 

• An academic reference from a teacher or advisor familiar with their academic performance. (Alternatively, applicants may submit a second professional reference.)

• A personal statement detailing their motivation for becoming a nurse and how it aligns with VMRC’s values. 

Deadline: February 13, 2026

For the 35th year, Allen & Allen is pleased to offer graduating seniors the opportunity to apply for a $2,000 scholarship.

Through this scholarship, we honor our founder, George E. Allen, Sr. Mr. Allen was faced with the tragic loss of his mother as a young child and put himself through college and law school under difficult circumstances. He went on to build one of the premier personal injury law firms in the country. In celebration of his achievements, this scholarship recognizes students who, despite obstacles or special challenges, have achieved high standards of performance. 

The Allen Law Firm will award fifteen $2,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors throughout Virginia. Please share this information with students that you feel meet the criteria. 

How to Apply:

• Online application (click for more information as well)

• Email application scholarship@allenandallen.com (REMINDER TO US A PERSONAL EMAIL!)

• Submit an application to any of Allen & Allen's seven office locations

• Mail application postmarked before March 6 to:

Allen, Allen, Allen & Allen

Attn: George E. Allen Scholarship

PO Box 6855

Richmond, VA 23230

Application Timeline:

• December 5, 2025: Scholarship Opens

• March 6, 2026: Deadline to Submit Applications

• April 10, 2026: Scholarship Recipients Notified

In great honor and memory of Anderson, “Andy” King, the purpose of this scholarship is to support graduating high school seniors planning to pursue a Bachelor’s degree with a college major in the field of agriculture. Andy and his wife, Amy, both enjoyed careers in the Agricultural field, although neither grew up on a family farm. It is Amy’s hope that this scholarship will support students who also found their way into the agricultural field.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Strong academic standing

• Demonstrated financial need

• Active extracurricular involvement

*Please see additional information on the application. 

Deadline: April 5, 2025 Online

Application Link: https://www.tcfhr.org/students/scholarship-funds/ 

This scholarship was established to support current graduating seniors from public high schools in the city of Harrisonburg, and the counties of Rockingham, Page and Shenandoah, who plan to attend a four-year Virginia public college or university to further their education.

This scholarship will be awarded to students planning to work toward a bachelor’s degree with a science/pre-med, business or education major. An eligible candidate must be graduating from one of the following school systems: Harrisonburg City, Rockingham County, Page County, or Shenandoah County.

Eligible candidates must be accepted and plan to attend a Virginia public college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree, with demonstrated financial need, first generation status, strong academic performance, character and drive to succeed with leadership qualities.

*Please see additional information on the application. 

Deadline: April 5, 2025 Online

Application Link: https://www.tcfhr.org/students/scholarship-funds/ 

This scholarship was established to support graduating seniors from public high schools in the cities of Harrisonburg, Staunton, Waynesboro, and the counties of Rockingham, Augusta, Shenandoah, Page, and Rockbridge who plan to attend a four-year Virginia public college or university.

Eligible candidates must be Federal Pell Grant eligible, and must be planning to work toward a bachelor’s degree with a science, engineering, or business major. Some part-time work experience during high school is required. First-generation students are encouraged to apply.

*Please see additional information on the application. 

Deadline: April 5, 2025 Online

Application Link: https://www.tcfhr.org/students/scholarship-funds/ 

This scholarship supports students attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Eligible candidates must have been accepted to an HBCU or be currently attending an HBCU as either an undergraduate student, graduate student, or doctoral candidate, and have graduated from public high schools in Harrisonburg City and Rockingham, Page or Shenandoah County.

*Please see additional information on the application. 

Deadline: April 5, 2025 Online

Application Link: https://www.tcfhr.org/students/scholarship-funds/ 

The W.P. and T.M. Phillips Memorial Scholarship was established by Mrs. Thelma M. Phillips in memory of her late husband, William “Bill” Phillips, to honor his love of farming. Thelma and Bill spent a lifetime together enjoying farm life and working in agribusiness.

The purpose of this scholarship is to support students who are pursuing a college degree in the field of agriculture. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who graduate from any public high school in Rockingham County, Shenandoah County, or Harrisonburg City.

Consideration will be given to the student’s academic record, chosen college major, leadership qualities, and involvement in activities related to agriculture.

*Please see additional information on the application. 

Deadline: April 5, 2025 Online

Application Link: https://www.tcfhr.org/students/scholarship-funds/