Scholarships

Where do I even start? 

The best place to start looking for scholarships is the college or university you plan to attend. Check their website for scholarships. Some will require you to apply separately, while others will automatically consider you when you apply for admission.

Next, look at the organizations connected to your life. Scholarships may be offered through a parent’s job, your church, community groups, clubs, sports teams, or other organizations you or your family are involved in.

There are also thousands of scholarships online. Keep in mind, you get out of it what you put into it. Applying takes time, effort, and patience, and there are no guarantees. That’s why many scholarships go unclaimed each year. Local Harris County scholarships usually open in late February and March, so be ready.

Each week, I will post a list of scholarships you can apply for on this page. It won’t include every opportunity, but it’s a great place to get started.

Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship

August 19, 2026

Up to $40,000 per year

High-achieving seniors with financial need; minimum 3.5 GPA. (Access Scholarships)

Global Perspectives Scholarship

August 27, 2026

$1,000

High school and college students; 500-word essay about a meaningful summer experience. (mefa.org)

Easy-Apply Scholarships (multiple)

August 31, 2026

Varies ($500–$40,000)

Several nationwide scholarships with simple applications available through scholarship search platforms. (Scholarships360

Jon Yi Education Scholarship

July 24, 2026

$1,000

Texas high school senior planning to attend a Texas college or university

✅ Texas only (Scholaroo)

Rolando Jimenez Scholarship Fund

August 31, 2026

Up to $1,500/semester

Students who have lost a parent and plan to attend college or trade school

✅ Texas residents (Scholarships)

Take Care of Texas Video Contest

December 5, 2026

Up to $2,500

Texas students create an environmental awareness video

✅ Texas only (Scholarships)

Texas Legion State High School Oratorical Contest

December 14, 2026

Up to $2,000 (higher at later competition levels)

High school students compete in a speech contest on the U.S. Constitution

✅ Texas residents (Scholarships)

5 Strong Scholarship Foundation

December 1, 2026

Full tuition

High-achieving students attending participating HBCUs

✅ Texas students may apply (Scholarships)

Voice of Democracy Scholarship

October 31, 2026

Up to $35,000

Audio essay competition for grades 9–12

✅ Nationwide, including Texas (Fastweb)

Regeneron Science Talent Search

November 5, 2026

Up to $250,000

High school seniors conducting original scientific research

✅ Nationwide (Fastweb)

Sports Gear Swag Scholarship

October 1, 2026

$1,000

Essay scholarship for students 18+

✅ Nationwide (Fastweb)

Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest

June 2027

Up to $10,000

Original prom outfit made from duct tape

✅ Nationwide (Scholarships)

Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship

March 2027

$10,000

Submit an original greeting card design

✅ Nationwide (Fastweb)