Be aware that scholarships sent directly to the college are often deducted from your financial aid award and thus help the college but not you.  Some colleges don't do this, but some do.  Here's an article about this invidious practice: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-tMwBbDRdsYZF32DhVyFwJG09PSqhy5RlpB2NgZZRuU/edit#heading=h.gjdgxs

Important Note: Never pay to sign up for scholarship: it's a sign it's a rip-off!

A good clearinghouse for scholarships is https://studentscholarships.org/

A helpful website about scholarships in general is found at https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/scholarships-and-recognition/opportunity-scholarships

Another good listing of Rhode Island scholarships comes from Stand Out College Prep: https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/rhode-island-scholarships/

Here are helpful scholarship articles:  

Big Corporate Scholarships 25

Best STEM scholarships for female applicants with links to the scholarships 24

Best Scholarship Search Websites 23

Top Scholarships for 23

Scholarships for students studying abroad 24

Find Scholarships related to your hobbies 23

7 Ways To Land Scholarships 20

Most unusual Scholarships 21

Here's a link to an article with many links to scholarships and internships for African-American students: https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/articles/scholarships-for-african-american-students?utm_source=external_educator&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=HSCM_sponcon2021

Here's a link to Scholarship America, which is a large organization to help you find scholarships: https://scholarshipamerica.org/?utm_source=Common%20App%20Newsletter%20Subscribers&utm_campaign=2340225bab-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_07_24_09_11_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_685c1cb33f-2340225bab-5013563

Scholarships for all/most current high school students:

$1 Million Scholarship Opportunity for RI High Schoolers Transform RI Scholarship   

The exciting Transform RI Scholarship (TRIS) program is back, offering a unique chance for Rhode Island high school students to win big while making a difference in communities that need it most in our state.  

How It Works (It’s simple):   

Students answer one question:  

•  If you had $1 million to improve the lives of those who need it most in Rhode Island, how would you do it?  

• Students can submit an essay, video or multimedia presentation.  

• The entries don’t need to be perfect. The emphasis is on the idea, not the video or writing skills.  

• The winning idea receives $1 million to make it a reality, plus a $25,000 scholarship!  

• Nine finalists win scholarships between $5,000 and $15,000.  

• ALL RI high school students grades 9, 10, 11 & 12 are eligible.  

Applications will be accepted Jan. 15–March 31, 2026.   

https://pocfoundation.com/transformri/scholarship-signup/

Just for School One Seniors going to college next year: usually updated in February.

The Nicholas J. Barrett Scholarship is offered in memory of a School One alumnus by his family.  It goes to a School One senior each year, and the amount is about $1000.  It requires an essay and an application, and it is due by May 1, 2025.  You have much better odds of winning this one than most others.  The link is usually updated in February.

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Scholarships for seniors going to college next year: last updated   2/1/26

For a series of scholarships open only to Rhode Island residents, go the the RI Foundation's scholarship page for the newly opened scholarships, most of which have deadlines in April.  As the focus is more limited than national scholarships, these are more worth your effort: https://rifoundation.org/grants-scholarships/browse-scholarships/p5?l&s&q?l&q?l=&s=&q=

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Elks National Foundation Legacy Awards - $4,000 - 300 Awards (Deadline: February 2, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk member.

B) Be a high school senior.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12293/elks-national-foundation-legacy-awards

Toshiba ExploraVision Science Competition

Deadline: 2/3/26 Award Amount: $5,000 - $10,000 The ExploraVision Science Competition is available to students in grades K-12. You must work in a group of two to four students. Each team must select a technology, or an aspect of a technology, which is present in the home, school, or community, or any other technology relevant to their lives. They will explore what the technology does, how it works, and how, when, and why it was invented. The students must then project into the future what that technology could be like 10 or more years in the future and determine what scientific breakthroughs need to occur to make it a reality. https://www.exploravision.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=25search&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23016564705&gbraid=0AAAAAoWCt0mm_6FhUW4vVLoxF1x3i9Jyr&gclid=CjwKCAiAw9vIBhBBEiwAraSATi4igCYbaRKxENAPI0YDziQoUj6gnnGAIzSG1y1rseo9zCmnWtQtUhoC7g0QAvD_BwE

Words Create Worlds Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $2,500 Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Feb 5, 2026

This scholarship was established to honor Ryan Stripling, an English teacher in Bentonville, Arkansas who passed away from cancer in 2019. Ryan was a fierce believer in young writers and always encouraged them with his motto, “Words create worlds.”

The CREATIVE.INSPIRED.HAPPY online writing community is honored to continue Ryan’s legacy by awarding a scholarship to a high school senior who is a promising young writer. This scholarship is open to students pursuing any major, as long as they are interested in continuing to write throughout college. Students must currently be attending a high school within the United States and plan to attend a college or university within the United States.

To apply, tell us what you love about writing and how you plan to continue writing while in college.

https://bold.org/scholarships/ryan-stripling-words-create-worlds-scholarship-for-young-writers/#ref=best-scholarships

Rhode Island College 2026 ART DEPARTMENT INCOMING FRESHMAN TALENT AWARD 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 6, 2026

The RIC Art Department offers a scholarship each year, ranging from $1000 to $2500,* disbursed as tuition scholarship for Art Majors in their first year of study.

* Award amounts vary pending funding and the number of winners selected.Eligibility

STUDENTS APPLYING FOR THE IFTA MUST:

• be High School Seniors planning to become Art Majors at RIC as full-time students.

• submit 10 works of original art (any medium) created during your junior and/or senior/s year of high school.

How to Apply

Download the application form — “art_ifta_form_2025-26.pdf ” from:

https://www.ric.edu/admissions-financial-aid/scholarship-opportunities/art-department-incoming-freshman-talent-awards

Follow all instructions on the above form.

Please contact Professor Bill Martin at wmartin@ric.edu if you have questions or need clarification.

Out-of-State Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Feb 9, 2026

In today's world, college students do not have it easy. In addition to the skyrocketing costs of college tuition, the amounts students will need to pay for expenses such as housing and transportation have also increased significantly. Many students struggle to cover these costs and ensure that they can receive the proper education and pursue their career goals. Students who attend college in states or regions of the country that are far away from their families will often face additional challenges and increased expenses, and they may be concerned that they will be unprepared to address these concerns.

At Fawell & Fawell, we understand the issues that affect students who travel to other states to attend college, and we have created a scholarship program to provide assistance for these students. Through the Fawell & Fawell Out-of-State Student Scholarship, we award $1,000 each semester to a qualified student who will be pursuing educational opportunities in a location outside of the state where they attended high school or where their parents currently live. Scholarship winners can use this money to pay for tuition, housing, other educational costs, or transportation-related expenses.

Who is Eligible?

To apply for the scholarship, a student must:

• Be enrolled in or have been accepted to a college or university that is located in a state where they did not attend high school or a state other than where their parents currently live.

• Must be in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year of an undergraduate degree.

• Must be pursuing an education related to law.

• Have a GPA of 3.5 or higher as of the most recent academic semester they have completed.

• Be above the age of 17.

• Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

For information, go to https://www.fawelllaw.com/scholarship

Davidson Fellows Scholarships - $100,000 - 20 Awards (Deadline: February 11, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be 18 or younger as of the application deadline.

B) Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States or a Permanent Resident of the United States.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8804/davidson-fellows-scholarships

Christophers Poster Contest for High School Students

Scholarship Value: $1,000. Awards Available: 8

Award Deadline: Feb 12, 2026

High school students (Only students living in United States are eligible to enter) in grades 9 through 12 are invited to enter our 36th Annual Poster Contest for High School Students by creating a poster interpreting the theme "You Can Make a Difference".​

​PRIZES:

• First Prize - $1,000

• Second Prize - $500

• Third Prize - $250

• Up to five Honorable Mentions of $100 each

How to enter High School Poster Contest:

• If you digitally created your poster, please submit it online below as a .jpg file.

• If you draw, paint or hand make your poster please mail to:

High School Poster Contest THE CHRISTOPHERS, 264 W 40th Street, Suite 603 New York, NY 10018

• Any questions, please contact Youth Coordinator Sarah E. Holinski @ s.holinski@christophers.org

• Entries must be postmarked by February 12, 2026

*Note: If you have a digitally created poster, please submit online

• Posters must include the statement “You can make a difference,” and illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better.

• Each poster must be the work of one student.

• Entries must be postmarked by February 12, 2026

• Please follow the Christophers on Instagram @thechristophersnyc

• WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED MAY 5, 2026

• The poster concept and design and any photos or artwork used must be the original work of the student entering.The . Posters using stock photos or AI generated imagery are not eligible, and will be disqualified. We will be implementing programs to make sure that all work is original and authentic.

• Posters must be 16 x 20 inches in size, including border or mat, if used.

• If charcoal, pastels or glitter are used, the poster must be either laminated or covered with clear plastic.

• The following information must be included on the back of the poster: student’s name, mailing address, e-mail , phone number, school, school address, teacher’s name and grade.

• Please do not include glass, tacks, staples or any other breakable or sharp objects with your entry.

• Flat shipping is recommended for the poster’s protection.

• Posters will be judged on overall impact, effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality and artistic merit. Judges’ decisions are final.

• Winning entrants who are U.S. citizens or residents will be required to provide their Social Security Number before cash prizes of any amount over $600 can be awarded.

• All entries become the property of The Christophers. Posters Cannot Be Returned.

About THE CHRISTOPHERS: A nonprofit organization founded in 1945, The Christophers uses the media to spread two basic ideas: There’s nobody like you, and you can make a difference. This message, based on the concept of service to God and all humanity, is addressed to people of all faiths and of no particular faith. The Christopher motto is: It’s better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.

https://www.christophers.org/highschoolpostercontest

The Christophers Video Contest for College Students

AMOUNT

Up to $2,000

AWARDS AVAILABLE

8

DEADLINE. February 15, 2026

The Christophers Video Contest for College Students is open to undergraduate and graduate students. To be considered, you must create a five - minute film or video on the following theme: "One Person Can Make a Difference." You must also follow the sponsor on Instagram.

Dell Scholars Program

Scholarship Value: $20,000. Awards Available: 500

Award Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

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 program

• Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited four-year college or university right after high school

• Be Pell Grant eligible

• Have at least a 2.4 GPA

Strong candidates demonstrate:

• A strong sense of purpose – They set clear goals and take steps to achieve them.

• A career-driven mindset – They see their bachelor’s degree as a stepping stone to a fulfilling career.

• Perseverance – They turn obstacles into opportunities, finding ways to move forward and succeed.

• Self-motivation and determination – They take initiative, seek opportunities, and keep pushing forward.

https://www.dellscholars.org/students/#program-overview

Knight Essay Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $6,000. Awards Available: 5

Award Deadline: Feb 15, 2026 

The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) invites all high school students (9th through 12th grades) interested in the American Revolution to participate in the George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest. The contest is open to all US Citizen and Legal Resident students attending home schools, public, parochial, or private high schools in that same grade range.

To participate, students must submit an original 800- to 1,200-word essay based on an event, person, philosophy or ideal associated with the American Revolution, Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution. Each student’s essay will be judged based upon its historical accuracy, clarity, organization, grammar and spelling, and documentation.

The contest is conducted in three phases: the local chapter, state-level society, and national phases. The contest must be entered through an SAR chapter near the student’s residence. In some cases, the contest may be entered at the state level (if the local society does not have chapters or the chapters are not participating) and a contact-at-large should be used to find out more contest details. The list of contest contacts listed below can provide you with assistance in entering the Knight Essay Contest. Only one entry per student is permitted per contest year.

https://www.sar.org/george-s-stella-m-knight-essay-contest/

Robert Mack Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $2,000  Awards Available: 3

Award Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

Students pursuing undergraduate, graduate or vocational courses of study in the field of healthcare engineering may complete our application, along with the associated documentation, and mail (originals) to The Robert Mack Scholarship Foundation. 

Eligibility:

Any person pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or vocational courses of study in the field of healthcare engineering.

Submittal Requirements: (Please type or print legibly)

• Grade transcripts from most recent school (GPA). Grades should be from the ninth grade through the first semester (or first two quarters of the twelfth grade, or the most current for persons enrolled in courses of study beyond the twelfth grade.

• Community Service must be detailed. Use a separate sheet if necessary.

• Essays, brief in nature, are required of all applicants. Essays should be entitled, "What does education mean to me?" What are my goals in the field of healthcare engineering? The essay should be clearly organized to define your goals and be grammatically correct.

• Letters of Reference, a minimum of three required, one of which must be related to your school activities. A principal, teacher, coach, or counselor is acceptable. The other two letters of reference must be from people who can speak to the applicant’s character. If employed, one must be from a supervisor.

School/Field of Study:

The selection of a field of study must be related to healthcare engineering. Fields of study may include (but not limited to) Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering, Plant Operations, Facility Management, Project Management, Architecture, HVAC, and Biomedical Engineering.

Choice of school, including vocational school, community college, state university, or university is at the student’s option.

https://robertmacksf.org/application.html

Joieful Connections Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $5,000. Awards Available: 5

Award Deadline: Feb 15, 2026

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 their dreams of higher education.

This scholarship seeks to support students with a diagnosis of developmental or intellectual disabilities so they can pursue higher education.

Any high school senior who has a diagnosis of developmental or intellectual disability may apply for this scholarship, but students in Oregon will be preferred.

To apply, provide a well-thought-out response to the three questions outlined in the essay prompt.

To apply,  go to https://bold.org/scholarships/joieful-connections-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships

Club for the Future Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $10,000. Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Feb 16, 2026

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 for the Future whose mission is to inspire future generations to pursue careers in STEM and to help invent the future of life in space. One $10,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior who is enrolling in a STEM program at a college, university, or 2-year technical institution. The winner will also receive a mentor from AIAA’s professional members to help guide the student to achieve a career in aerospace.

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled high school senior intending to pursue a STEM degree at a college, university, or technical institution.

• Must be attending a U.S. institution in the fall

• Should demonstrate financial need

Application Documents

• Transcript or most recent report card showing your G.P.A. out of a 4.0 scale

• Brief description of your interest and experience with STEM subjects and a short (500 word) personal essay.

• Letter of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or professional references.

https://aiaa.org/get-involved/k-12-students/scholarships/club-for-the-future-scholarship/

McDonald's HACER National Scholarship

Deadline: 2/17/26 Award Amount: Varies The McDonald's HACER National Scholarship is available to high school seniors. You must be under 21 years of age and have a minimum GPA of 2.8 to be eligible for this award. Selection is based on academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need. https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/community/hacer.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=18721291590&gbraid=0AAAAADepKq2NHvThORK1jONjAW0czQdx7&gclid=CjwKCAiAw9vIBhBBEiwAraSATuwzTeDsbovzMfm4jf-45CMUCVdyYLB15imFWPsrRTzwIIGMfntn7hoCwewQAvD_BwE

HBCU Week X AstraZeneca Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $25,000. Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Feb 17, 2026

This scholarship is open to students entering an HBCU and majoring in any STEM or supply chain related majors working towards a bachelor’s degree.

Requirements

• Complete and submit application by February 17th

• Provide most recent, verifiable high school transcript (Subject to authentication)

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States

• Complete or have completed high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) and be entering their freshman year of college

• Attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for the entirety of their college education.

• Demonstrate financial need

The scholarship can be used for tuition, room and board. A student may accept additional scholarships but they cannot exceed the total cost of their education.

If you have questions about eligibility, please contact scholarship@HBCUWeek.org. 

https://www.hbcuweek.org/astrazeneca/

Breaking New Ground Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,500. Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Feb 18, 2026

At Kisner Law, we believe in the power of education and taking control of your future, no matter where you start. This is especially true for students who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree. Kisner Law is proud to support college students who are forging bold paths toward a brighter future.

Our biannual Breaking New Ground Scholarship awards $1,500 each semester to a first-generation college student who exemplifies academic excellence, demonstrates a strong work ethic, and shares a passion for business, transportation, or liberal arts and sciences.

If you’re ready to break new ground—in your family, your field of study, and your future — we invite you to apply.

Applicant Qualifications

Before applying, students should make sure they meet the following qualifications. An applicant must:

• Be a first-generation college student

• Have a proven record of maintaining a job while in high school

• Be committed to pursuing a degree at a two- or four-year college or university

• Be at least 17 years of age

• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S.

This scholarship is intended to award students who demonstrate excellence in the classroom, community, and on their campus. Applicants should be interested in pursuing a career in business, transportation, or liberal arts and sciences.

https://www.jasonkisnerlaw.com/scholarship

Lockheed Martin Science Challenge

Deadline: 2/19/26 Award Amount: $4,000 The Lockheed Martin Science Challenge is open to high school students residing in Central Florida. To be considered, you must have won first - place in your county science fair physical science competition and will be invited to compete in the Lockheed Martin Science Challenge. https://www.osc.org/learn/competitions/science-challenge/

MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge

Scholarship Value: $20,000  Awards Available: 6

Award Deadline: Feb 20, 2026

The specific real-world problem that is posed each year is unknown to participants until they login during Challenge weekend.

• Entirely internet-based

• No registration or participation fees

• Flexible work time

Eligibility

High school juniors and seniors (U.S.) and sixth form students (England and Wales) are eligible

Scholarships

Winning teams receive scholarship awards totaling over $100,000.

Register

Registration for free by February 20, 2026.

https://m3challenge.siam.org/

BBJ Community Leadership Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Feb 26, 2026

Brown Bass & Jeter is a full-service litigation firm proudly owned by Black women in Jackson, Mississippi. The firm’s partners are trailblazers who lead with a shared belief that empowering and rebuilding local communities is key to broader societal progress.

In alignment with this mission, Brown Bass & Jeter is excited to offer a $1,000 scholarship to college or post-secondary students who demonstrate a commitment to leadership and community development.

What We Are Looking for in Applicants

This scholarship is designed for emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds committed to making a positive impact. Whether you’re a first-year undergraduate or a third-year law student, we want to hear from individuals who show initiative and passion for their communities. Applicants should be able to point to experiences, such as extracurriculars, internships, employment, or volunteer work, that highlight their leadership potential and community-minded values.

Please write an original 1,000-word essay on the following topic: Include the chosen topic at the top of your essay. Your essay must be submitted as a PDF document with your scholarship application.

Many great leaders are determined and committed to their causes. Write about a reason you feel passionately about and explain how you could—or already have—led others to care about it.

Submission Guidelines

• Award Amount: Two $1,000 scholarships

• Essay Length: 1,000 words

• Format: PDF

  • File name: FirstName_LastName_BBJ_Scholarship_2026.pdf

• Essays not meeting the word count or format requirements will not be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum GPA: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

• Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited undergraduate, graduate, or community college program in the U.S.

• High school applicants must submit a college/university acceptance letter.

To apply, go to https://bbjlawyers.com/scholarship/

National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Awards Available: 4   Award Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Each year NPVA offers merit-based scholarships for students who are committed to volunteering and making a difference in their communities. Our scholarships are open to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.

• Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student

• Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system

• Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.

Top apply, go to https://www.parent-volunteer.org/scholarships

DEWALT Trades Scholarship - $5,000 – 40 Awards (Deadline: February 28, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Plan to enroll or are enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or

vocational-technical school.

B) Be citizens of the United States or Canada.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/29517/dewalt-trades-scholarship

Scholarships360 Scholarship - $10,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: February 28, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a graduating high school senior, current undergraduate or graduate student.

B) Be enrolled in a US-accredited institution on a full-time basis for the Fall 2026 semester.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/32345/anchor-scholarship-foundation-endowed-scholarships

Horatio Alger Scholarship - $15,000 - 70 Awards (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be enrolled full-time as a high school junior in the United States.

B) Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required).

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9417/horatio-alger-scholarship

Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships - $5,000 – 3 Awards (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a senior in high school in the United States.

B) Be wholly or partially of Italian descent.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/32150/sons-of-italy-western-foundation-scholarships

11) Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship - $10,000 - 4 Awards (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Have reached their 15th birthday and be enrolled in high school.

B) Be a registered active member of a Boy Scouts of America unit.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9944/eagle_scout_of_the_year_scholarship

AFA Teens Awareness College Scholarship - $5,000 - 20 Awards (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Attend an accredited college/university in the US immediately following high school graduation in 2026.

B) Be a high school senior.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8893/afa-teens-awareness-college-scholarship

Scholarship For Journalism Diversity - $20,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a high school senior with a grade point average of 3.0 or better.

B) Be preparing to enter college and intend to become a journalist.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12777/scholarship_for_journalism_diversity

Children of Warriors National Scholarship - $5,000 - 15 Awards (Deadline: March 1, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a daughter, son, grandson, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, great-grandson of a veteran who

served in the Armed Forces.

B) Excel in academics at school and participate in volunteer activities outside of school.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12483/children-of-warriors-national-presidents-scholarship

USPAACC Scholarships - $5,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: March 2, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a high school senior of Asian Pacific Island heritage.

B) Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States with a 3.3 GPA or higher.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10177/uspaacc-scholarships

Carter Roger Williams Scholarship

We are excited to share an extraordinary opportunity for your graduating seniors-the Carter Roger Williams Scholarship, a program designed to open doors to higher education and transform futures. 

This prestigious scholarship offers up to $20,000 per year for four years to Rhode Island high school seniors. The Carter Roger Williams Scholarship was conceived of and funded by the late philanthropists Letitia and John Carter. 

Why is this scholarship so special? It honors the legacy of Roger Williams, Rhode Island’s visionary founder—a man of humble beginnings whose access to education shaped his principles and actions. His unwavering commitment to freedom of conscience and the separation of church and state laid the foundation for the “lively experiment” that defines our state. Today, his values of tolerance, courage, and independent thought are more relevant than ever. 

The Carter Roger Williams Scholarship seeks students who not only excel academically but also embrace and aspire to live by these values.  

Key Details: 

• Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2026 (midnight) 

• Eligibility: Students living in Rhode Island, who are high school seniors, and are accepted to an accredited post-secondary institution by the award date 

• Application: Submit through our online scholarship system at Scholarship Login.  Students will fill out the Carter Roger Williams Scholarship Eligibility Quiz and then, if eligible, fill out the application. 

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Science Without Borders Scholarship Challenge

Scholarship Value: $500

Awards Available: 3

Award Deadline: Mar 2, 2026

The theme for the 2026 Science without Borders® Challenge is “Microscopic Marine Life.”

Microscopic marine organisms may be tiny, but they play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our ocean and, by extension, the planet. To apply for this year’s contest, students should submit artwork that highlights the positive impact of microscopic marine organisms. Artwork should show how these organisms contribute to ocean ecosystems, support marine life, or impact the health of the planet.

Learn About the Theme

Microscopic Marine Life

The theme for the 2026 Science Without Borders® Challenge is “Microscopic Marine Life.” This year, we invite you to create artwork that showcases the incredible world of microscopic marine organisms—tiny life forms that play a vital role in maintaining the health of our ocean and planet. Although invisible to the naked eye, these creatures are essential to ocean ecosystems, the global climate, and even the air we breathe!

To enter the contest, submit artwork that features the positive impact of microscopic marine life, such as phytoplankton, zooplankton, bacteria, protists, and other microscopic ocean organisms. Through your art, you’ll reveal the beauty, diversity, and importance of life at the smallest scale.

What is Microscopic Marine Life?

Microscopic marine organisms are tiny creatures that inhabit the ocean, many of which can only be observed with a microscope. Despite their size, they perform essential roles in ecosystems. These microscopic organisms come in many forms and can be grouped by their role in the food web:

Contest Rules & Information

1. There is no fee to enter the contest.

2. All entries must be received by March 2, 2026, at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET). All submissions must be received by this date or they will be disqualified. No extensions will be granted.

3. Submissions must be made online. Email submissions are not permitted.

4. All students ages 11-19 who are enrolled in primary or secondary school, or the home school equivalent anywhere in the world may enter the Science Without Borders® Challenge. Students age 10 may participate as long as they turn 11 by March 2, 2026. College and university students are not eligible for this contest. Proof of age, identity, and/or eligibility may be required.

5. All artwork must be an original work by the contestant and shall not infringe on any copyrights or any other rights of any third parties. Do not copy an idea from a past participants’ work. Do not draw a character from a cartoon or movie. See the tips for success and grading rubric for more information on what the judges are (and are not) looking for.

6. Do not submit artwork to the Science Without Borders® Challenge that you have entered into another art competition or a previous Science Without Borders® Challenge.

7. The artwork must be 2D such as a painting or drawing. Acceptable media includes paint, pencil, marker, crayon, ink, felt, and oil pastel. Using magazines, newspapers, or other non-original work is also not permitted. Digitally created artwork, including photographs, are not accepted.

8. There are no minimum or maximum size requirements for the artwork.

9. All submissions must be made by an individual artist. Group submissions are not permitted.

10. Participants may submit only one art piece.

11. All eligible contest participants will receive a digital certificate. Make sure your description clearly explains how your artwork aligns with the theme. If the judges cannot see from your artwork and description that it follows the theme, your entry will be disqualified, and you will not receive a certificate.

12. Applicants must fill out all required information on the online Submission Form, including a photograph or scan of the original artwork. See Guidelines for Submitting Artwork.

13. All participants are required to have a teacher sponsor their artwork. This can be any teacher, from school or an after-school program. Students must provide the teacher’s name, current phone number, and email address on their submission form. Please notify your teacher in advance and get their approval, as we will be contacting them. Teacher sponsors are needed to confirm students’ ages and grades at registered schools to ensure they meet eligibility criteria. If teachers have questions, direct them to our page on teacher responsibilities. It’s important to note that a parent or guardian cannot act as a teacher sponsor unless they are the homeschool teacher of their child.

14. All participants must provide parent/guardian and teacher contact information even if they are 18 years or older. The contact information of the parent/guardian and teacher should not be the same. Participants who do not provide accurate information may be disqualified.

15. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Forms are required for all participants who are 11-12 years old. The form must be completed online.

16. Semi-finalists will be required to mail the original artwork in order to be eligible to win the Science Without Borders® Challenge. Original artwork will not be returned.

17. Do not include nudity or explicit content in artwork you submit to the Science Without Borders® Challenge.

18. The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation reserves the right to disqualify artwork deemed offensive, plagiarized, or unrelated to the theme.

19. Entries that do not comply with all of the contest rules will be disqualified.

20. All winners and their parent/guardian and teacher will be contacted before the Foundation announces the winning entries.

21. All submissions may be used to promote the Science Without Borders® Challenge, education, ocean conservation, and the work of the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation in all media worldwide in perpetuity. Artwork, art descriptions, and student information (i.e. name, country, age) may be used in publications and distributed to the media, unless a parent/guardian has indicated otherwise on the COPPA form.

22. The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation promises to run this contest fairly, ethically, and with integrity.

https://www.livingoceansfoundation.org/science-without-borders-challenge/

World of 8 BIllion Video Scholarship Contest

Scholarship Value: $1,200.    AWards Available: 84

Award Deadline: Mar 4, 2026

Create a one-minute video that addresses one of this year’s global topics, suggests a sustainable solution, and connects how human population growth impacts that topic.

1. Create a one-minute video

2. Address one of this year’s global topics

• Energy

• Wetlands

• Economics

3. Suggest a sustainable solution(s) (can be new or existing)

4.  And connect how human population growth impacts that

Awards

Videos are judged by topic. Within each topic, awards will be presented as follows:

High School (9th-12th)

• First Place winner receives: $1,200

• Second Place winner receives: $600

• Two Honorable Mention winners receive: $300

Middle School (6th-8th)

• First Place winner receives: $600

• Second Place winner receives: $300

Global Finalists

Videos that were chosen as global finalists for each topic will be awarded a $80 prize for high school and a $50 prize for middle school.

https://www.worldof8billion.org/video-contest/

Nabi Nicole Grant Memorial Scholarship - $5,000 - 4 Awards (Deadline: March 8, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be from an underrepresented minority.

B) Demonstrate financial need.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/33047/nabi-nicole-grant-memorial-scholarship

Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship - $2,500 - 20 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a graduating high school senior enrolling in engineering or geoscience.

B) Plan to enroll full-time in one of the following majors: geology, geophysics, physics, chemical, civil,

electrical, geological, geophysical, mechanical or petroleum engineering.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10151/shell-oil-company-technical-scholarship

Kailee Mills Foundation Scholarship Program - $20,000 - 16 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Have volunteered for organizations in their community and submit verifiable proof of volunteer hours.

B) Have a current GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/31050/kailee-mills-foundation-scholarship-program

Journalist of the Year Scholarships - $4,000 – 6 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Plan to study journalism and/or mass communications in college and pursue a career in that field.

B) Be a graduating high school senior (or equivalent) planning to attend college.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9759/journalist-of-the-year-scholarships

UCT Charities Heaston Scholarship - $24,000 – 3 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be enrolled and entering a college program in the coming academic year.

B) Demonstrate academic success and extracurricular success in high school.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/29895/uct-charities-heaston-scholarship

Beyond the Boroughs National Scholarship - $20,000 - 2 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a high school senior or current college student with demonstrated financial need.

B) Be enrolled or plan to be enroll in an accredited institution as a full-time student.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12089/beyond-the-boroughs-national-scholarship

15) Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship - $3,000 - 12 Awards (Deadline: March 15, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Have demonstrated a commitment to animal welfare through volunteer work and/or advocacy.

B) Intend to pursue a career that will seek to reduce animal suffering and protect vulnerable species.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/33184/animal-welfare-institute-scholarship

Niche $25,000 Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $25,000  Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Mar 31, 2026

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  and focus on your education, not your finances.

Who Can Apply

All high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. 

How It Works

The $25,000 Scholarship is an easy scholarship with no essay required! Only one entry allowed per person. 

https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/25k-no-essay-scholarship-202603/?utm_source=student_scholarships&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=student_scholarships_25k_202603

Kochhar & Co. Scholarship - $1,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: March 31, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be attending college or university on a full-time or part-time basis no later than September 2026.

B) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/27348/kochhar-co-scholarship

SDFM National Scholarship Program - $3,000 - 9 Awards (Deadline: March 31, 2026)

To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a graduating high school senior in the final half of his/her school year, or a high school graduate within

ten months of the application deadline.

B) Be entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management (such as business

administration, economics, accounting, finance, etc).

Applications can be found by going to:

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9589/sdfm-national-scholarship-program

College JumpStart Show Grit Scholarship Application

Due March 31, 2026

The $1,000 College JumpStart Show Grit Scholarship rewards students who demonstrate grit and who continue to push themselves in spite of obstacles or challenges. Attending college is not an easy feat and takes years of commitment to achieve. This is your time to tell us what challenges you have faced and how you’ve demonstrated grit to get to where you are. (If this topic doesn’t speak to you, you may also write about any topic of your choice.)

Personal Statement

Please answer ONE of the following questions in 250 words or less.

(1) What is a challenge or setback you have faced and what did you learn from the experience? -OR-

(2) Write about a time when "hard work" paid off. -OR-

(3) Write about the topic of your choice.

Your personal statement will be judged on its content not your writing style. Please focus on the substance of your answer. And remember the words of Thomas Jefferson who said, "The most valuable of all talents is that of never using two words when one will do." Good luck!

To apply, go to https://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/scholarships/192538-college-jumpstart-show-grit-scholarship?utm_campaign=scholarship&utm_medium=email&utm_source=award

Heavy Equipment Parts Express Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $500. Awards Available: 1  Award Deadline: Apr 1, 2026

Every year HE Parts Express offers a scholarship to students. The deadline is April 1. To be eligible to apply, please read the eligibility guidelines below and then submit an application along with the essay, which can be found on the application page.

Eligibility:

A) Must currently be in high school, college, or university.

B) Must be at least 16 years of age on the day of the deadline.

C) Must be a resident of the United States or Canada.

D) Must complete the application before 11:59 PM ET on April 1.

E) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page.

https://excavatorpartscalifornia.com/dozer

10 Words or Less Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000 Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Apr 15, 2026

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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 the $1,000 scholarship.

2. Before or After writing your Answer you will also need to "Like" our Facebook page. Note we will only read the answers provided from people that have "Liked" our page.

https://studentscholarships.org/easy.php

Lift Parts Express Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $500. A wards Available: 1        Award Deadline: Apr 30, 2026

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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/University

• Be a legal resident of the United States or Canada

• Enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2026

• Submit a completed online application form prior to the deadline.

https://forkliftpartstexas.com/forkliftparts.php

Rover College Scholarship

Deadline: 5/1/26 Award Amount: $2,500 The Rover College Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors and current college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. To be considered, you must submit a 400- to 500-word essay on the following topic: "How did growing up with a pet in your life (could be a friend's or family member's) impact the person you are today?" https://www.rover.com/college-scholarship/

Future Designer Scholarship

CardsDirect, Inc.

AMOUNT

$1,000

AWARDS AVAILABLE

Unspecified

DEADLINE May 01, 2026

The Future Designer Scholarship is available to full - time students who are at least 17 years of age. You must submit an original design for a holiday greeting card to be considered for this award. The winning design will be featured as product on CardsDirect.com.

Rover College Scholarship

Rover

AMOUNT

$2,500

AWARDS AVAILABLE

1

DEADLINE. May 01, 2026

The Rover College Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors and current college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. To be considered, you must submit a 400 - to 500 - word essay on the following topic: "How did growing up with a pet in your life (could be a friend's or family member's) impact the person you are today?"

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 20th year.

We will be awarding $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Scholarship Deadline   -  June 10, 2026.

Application Process

Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php

Full details are available on our site.

$1,000 College JumpStart Gratitude Scholarship allows you to share your thanks for when someone has done something kind for you. Along your life’s path, there have probably been people who have supported you or helped you. Now is the time to describe the help that they’ve provided and how it has shaped who you are. (If this topic doesn’t speak to you, you may also write about any topic of your choice.) 

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Personal Statement

Please answer ONE of the following questions in 250 words or less.

(1) Describe a time someone has done something for you and how this has helped you grow. -OR-

(2) Write about something that you are thankful for and its significance in shaping who you are. -OR-

(3) Write about the topic of your choice.

Your personal statement will be judged on its content not your writing style. Please focus on the substance of your answer. And remember the words of Thomas Jefferson who said, "The most valuable of all talents is that of never using two words when one will do." Good luck!

Deadline: June 30, 2026

• Current student (high school 10th-12th or college) or planning to enter college within the next 12 months

• U.S. citizen or legal resident

• Complete the online application including the personal statement

• Financial need is not considered nor are grades or test scores

https://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/application-gratitude-scholarship

Love Your Career Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000

Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Jan 10, 2026

Scott started in the T-shirt business while in high school. His brother taught him how to make tie-dye shirts and together they would take their goods to sell at Grateful Dead concerts in Las Vegas and California. 24 years later, JonesTshirts.com is a leading wholesale provider of blank T-shirts and apparel. Scott stuck with his passion of T-shirts and has made a full time career out of it. We want to hear about your passions and goals for the future! We want to know that there are others out there who share the goal of living the dream of loving what they do.

Who Can Apply?

Any student who will be enrolled in a college or University at the time of the next deadline (see dates below). This scholarship is limited to students attending school in the 50 U.S. states.

Upcoming Deadlines

This is an ongoing twice a year scholarship. These will be the dates for every year moving forward:

• Winter/January Semester: January 10

• Fall/September Semester: September 10

Please follow the essay and the submission requirements EXACTLY as outlined below to qualify for review. (Essays that ignore these requirements will be disqualified)

Essay Requirements

(A.I. generated essays are immediately disqualified!)

1. 1000 words or more (no more than 3000).

2. At the top of your essay, write your full name, phone number, email address and the name of the school you will be attending.

3. Outline at least 3 steps that you plan to take in the next year to start a path towards having a career that you love. As you think of these steps, consider some of these ideas; What are your passions that could be turned into a career? What are some ideas you have for a business based on things that you love and are skilled at? We want to hear unique, well thought out ideas. Make us believers. Make us excited. Make your essay stand out!

4. Interview a professional in the field that you are looking into and that has at least 3 years of experience in that field.

Ask them at least 3 of the following questions and include the questions and answers as part of your essay.

• What initially inspired you to pursue the industry that you are currently in?

• What would be one important piece of advice for someone like me who is considering going into the field that you are in?

• What was the biggest hurdle that you encountered when you were first getting started in this field and how did you overcome it?

• What are some of the college courses that you took that had a lasting impact on your career?

• What are some aspects about your career that you didn't know about or consider when you were starting out?

• What are some things I should be spending my time doing now outside of school to help prepare me for a career in this field?

https://www.jonestshirts.com/pages/scholarship