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