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It's never too early to apply for Scholarships.
Congrats to our 2026 Huntsman Scholarship Receipients
Spring Education Foundation Scholarship Winners
Fredd Haas Scholarship Winner
NEXTGRAD Scholarship recepient
Class of 2026 Top 15%
Where do I even start?
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.
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Scholarships to Consider
Baron & Budd Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Memorial Scholarship
July 6, 2026
$8,000
High school seniors planning to attend college; essay required. Open nationwide, including Texas. (Scholarships)
Students for Healthcare Equity Scholarship
July 7, 2026
$20,000
Students interested in healthcare careers who demonstrate leadership and commitment to health equity. (Scholarships)
Innovation in Education Scholarship (LA Tutors)
July 20, 2026
$500
Minimum 3.0 GPA; submit an essay about an innovative project that benefits others. Open to U.S. high school students. (CollegeXpress)
Gen & Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
July 31, 2026
$1,000
U.S. students in grades 9–12; short personal statement or essay. No GPA requirement. (JLV College Counseling)
Jet Future Business Leaders Scholarship
July 31, 2026
$1,000
Graduating high school seniors pursuing a business-related major. (JLV College Counseling)
Niche No-Essay Summer Scholarship
July 31, 2026
$10,000
High school and college students; simple online entry with no essay. (Scholarships)
Offline Mode Scholarship
July 31, 2026
$1,500
Essay on balancing technology and offline life. Open nationwide. (Scholarships)
Minecraft Scholarship
July 31, 2026
$2,000
Students interested in technology or gaming; essay/application required. (Scholarships)
Ascent Summer of Success Scholarship Giveaway
July 31, 2026
$10,000
U.S. students entering or attending college. Sweepstakes-style entry. (Access Scholarships)
Port to Promise Scholarship
August 1, 2026
$5,000
High school seniors planning to attend college; open to eligible U.S. students. (Scholarships)
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)
National Scholarship Sites
https://www.appily.com/
www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
www.anycollege.com This website also has a scholarship giveaway students can register to win.
www.hispanicfund.org Hispanic College Fund
www.hsf.net Hispanic Scholarship Fund
http://uncf.org Scholarships for African-American Students
http://apiasf.org/ Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund
www.collegefund.org American Indian College Fund
www.aigcs.org/scholarships American Indian Graduate Center Scholars
http://gmsp.org/ Gates Millennium Scholars (Minority Scholarships)
www.guaranteed-scholarships.com
www.internationalscholarships.com
www.studentscholarshipsearch.com
Scholarships for Undocumented Students
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
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