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:  

Scholarship mistakes to avoid 26

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.

Nicholas J. Barrett Scholarship Application 25

Scholarships for seniors going to college next year: last updated   2/23/26

For a series of scholarships open only to Rhode Island residents, The Rhode Island Foundation’s Scholarship Program is now open for the 2026–2027 academic year. Please read this message carefully, as several changes have been made to the program this year.

General scholarship requests should complete the Universal Application, and Nursing students should complete the Universal Nursing Application.

The application deadline is April 13, 2026. (This is for the Universal application as well as the Universal Nursing Application) Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Next Steps

• Log in or create your account: Scholarship Login

• Complete the appropriate application

·         Review the freestanding eligibility quizzes to determine whether you qualify for additional scholarships.

• Locate the confirmation email sent from administrator@RIFoundation.org

  • If the message is in your spam folder, please move it to your inbox and set a rule to ensure future emails from this address are delivered to your inbox.

• Scholarship awards will be announced by early July. Please continue to monitor your email.

Please take your time when completing your application. It is your responsibility to ensure that:

• All required sections are completed

• The correct documents are uploaded

• Letters of recommendation are submitted by your recommenders
  (If you are using our third-party recommendation system, please follow up directly with your recommenders).

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Questions can be sent to scholarships@rifoundation.org

WEbsite: https://rifoundation.org/grants-scholarships/browse-scholarships/p2?l=&s=&q=

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/

Scholarship Owl No Essay Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $50,000. Awards Available: 50

Award Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

ScholarshipOwl is your source of relief from the dreaded application process. We put students on the fast-track to success by providing direct access to the scholarships they need the most. Take the hassle out of financial aid and maximize your chance at a free ride in college. No matter how much funding you need for school, we have the opportunities you're looking for.

Eligibility

• You must be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories

• You must be 16 years of age or older

• You must either be enrolled in a college/university or registered in a qualified high school

• You must be located within the United States

Note that an applicant needs to complete their profile up to 100% to be entered in the scholarship.

https://scholarshipowl.com/awards/scholarshipowl-scholarship?transaction_id=10285a5c61684223cb2079c3beed52&offer_id=24&affiliate_id=1085&aff_sub=&aff_sub2=&aff_sub3=&aff_sub4=&aff_sub5=&source=&utm_source=student_scholarships_org&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=&utm_id=1085&utm_content=

Scholarships360 "No Essay" Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship.

This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. 

https://app.scholarships360.org/?redirect=/dashboard/scholarships/10000-no-essay-scholarship&aff=8

A Better Financial Future Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $2,000. Awards Available: 12

Award Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

The Scholarship is open to all residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry. Employees and contractors of LeverEdge Association are ineligible to participate in the Scholarship Program. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.

Selection

One (1) entry will be selected at random at the end of the Scholarship entry window. The drawings will be performed by an employee of LeverEdge Association, whose decisions are final and binding in all matters related to this Scholarship. The winner(s) will be notified via email. 

Prize Value

Unless otherwise stated in the title of the Scholarship, SmarterCollege will award $2,000 to one Entrant.

https://smartercollege.org/scholarship-application/v5?utm_campaign=student_scholarships&utm_medium=scholarship_site&utm_source=partner

Sallie Mae Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $2,000. Awards Available: 12

Award Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:

1. A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;

2. A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;

3. A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;

4. A student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school.

https://www.sallie.com/scholarships/no-essay?utm_source=studentscholarships&utm_medium=affiliatepc&utm_campaign=la_acq_swp_u_u_u_u_u

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

Be Bold Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $25,000. A wards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Mar 1, 2026

The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.

To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:

• Earnest

• Determined

• Moving

The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.

Furthermore, the scholarship will be unique in that it will favor students who apply earlier-who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.

https://bold.org/scholarships/the-be-bold-no-essay-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships

Life Lessons Scholarship Program

Scholarship Value: $15,000. Awards Available: 29

Award Deadline: Mar 1, 2026

A college education is already a major financial challenge for most American families, but it becomes infinitely more difficult for a student when a parent dies, leaving little or no life insurance.

Life insurance is an important financial safety net that parents can leave their families. Unfortunately more than 100 million Americans don’t have life insurance, and most with coverage have far less than recommended.

Recognizing the character and perseverance that so many young people show in the face of such adversity, Life Happens sponsors the annual Life Lessons Scholarship Program for college students and college-bound high school seniors. Qualified entrants who submit essays or videos about how the death of a parent impacted their lives are eligible for scholarship money. Over $3.7 million dollars in college scholarships have been awarded over the years.

Applications are accepted each year from February 1 to March 1.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following eligibility requirements:

• Between 17-24 years of age

• Have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian

• Will be attending college, university or trade school in the US or Puerto Rico in the upcoming fall semester

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree

• Legal resident of the United States or Puerto Rico

• No employees or household members employed by The Life and Health Insurance Foundation or its affiliates

• Have parent’s or legal guardian’s permission to enter if under age 18

https://lifehappens.org/life-lessons-scholarship-program/

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. 

https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=rifs

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/

DCU for Kids Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $2,500. Awards Available: 80

Award Deadline: Mar 6, 2026

DCU for Kids Foundation, a philanthropic extension of DCU (Digital Federal Credit Union), recognizes the lifetime value of a college education. The Annual Memorial Scholarship Program is designed to assist outstanding students with the cost of this education in recognition of students’ hard work and their interest in pursuing higher education. 

Beginning December 12, 2025, students in their senior year of high school, who will be attending a state or nationally accredited college or university in the Fall of 2026 can apply for the Annual Memorial Scholarship Program*. Scholarships are awarded on academic merit, teachers’ references, an original essay, awards and recognition, and extracurricular and community service activities. An impartial panel of business professionals and collegiate educators will judge the participants’ entries.

https://www.dcuforkids.org/scholarships.html

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

Gallery Collection's Greeting Card Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $10,000. Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Mar 9, 2026

SPONSOR. The Contest is sponsored by Prudent Publishing Company, Inc./The Gallery Collection, 400 North Frontage Road, Landing, NJ, 07850 (the "Sponsor").

ELIGIBILITY.

1. This contest is open to all high school, college and university students enrolled during the time period of the contest in an academic program designed to conclude with the awarding of a diploma or a degree.

2. This contest is open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia, as well as American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. International students who have a student visa to attend school in the United States are considered legal residents and eligible.

3. Applicants must be 14 years of age or older at the time of entry, unless prohibited by law.

4. Employees of Sponsor, their family members, and persons living in the same household as employees, or their family members are not eligible.

5. No purchase is necessary to enter the Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship: gallerycollection.com’s annual $10,000 contest to create a Christmas card, holiday card, birthday card or all-occasion greeting card.

6. Void where prohibited by law. The Contest is governed by U.S. law and is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

7. One application allowed per person. If it is determined that a person has entered with more than one identity, all of that person’s entries will be disqualified.

8. No prize will be awarded to applicants who do not meet the eligibility requirements. All information on the application must be accurate and complete.

TIMING. The Contest begins at 12:01:00 a.m. Eastern Time ("ET") July 9, 2025, and ends at 11:59:59 p.m. ET, March 9, 2026. Applications submitted after March 9, 2026, are not eligible. Incomplete submissions or submissions sent outside the Contest Entry Period will not be considered. 

https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12390/gallery-collections-greeting-card-scholarship

NLHA Education Fund

Scholarship Value: $3,500  Awards Available: 4

Award Deadline: Mar 13, 2026

The NLHA Education Fund was established as a 501(c)(3) organization to raise funds for the purpose of awarding education grants and scholarships to low-income individuals residing in federally assisted rental housing owned, managed, or administered by members of the National Leased Housing Association. The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the development and preservation of decent and safe affordable rental housing.

Who is Eligible

Residents of privately owned federally assisted low-income housing properties (Section 8, low-income housing tax credits, etc.) or recipients of Section 8 voucher assistance who demonstrate both merit and need.

Types of Scholarships

The NLHA Education Fund will offer four types of scholarships: one in recognition of one of the nation’s largest affordable rental housing providers and three in memory of three dedicated housing professionals and active NLHA members. The deadline for application submission is Friday, March 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. All applications must be submitted electronically using the link provided. Applications will be accepted online starting November 1.

Students must decide on ONE of the following scholarships when submitting their application:

Air Gives Opportunity Scholarship: Established in recognition of the leading role AIR Communities plays in providing quality apartment homes nationwide and its commitment to outstanding corporate citizenship. This scholarship is directed to eligible applicants living in or coming from affordable housing who demonstrate both merit and need and are pursuing an undergraduate degree. 

William F. Gandert Memorial Vocational Scholarship: Bill Gandert was instrumental in the creation of numerous public housing authorities in the State of Ohio and served as general counsel for many of them as well as Executive Director of the Mansfield, Crawford, Huron, Marion and Seneca County Metropolitan Housing Authorities. A vocal advocate for the poor, Bill helped found a number of poverty programs in his state and was an active NLHA member, serving as the organization’s 7th President. This scholarship is to benefit an eligible graduating high school senior or returning student who demonstrates both merit and need to pursue educational opportunities in a specific trade or vocation.

Mary Lou Manzie Memorial Scholarship: Mary Lou Manzie was a woman who dedicated her career to providing safe, decent and affordable housing. She was always willing to look at new and effortless ways to achieve that goal. A member of the National Leased Housing Association from 1975 until her death in 2006, she served as an Officer and Director of NLHA for many years. This scholarship is to benefit a non-traditional student by providing eligible applicants who demonstrate both merit and need, a chance to pursue higher education or other training that will lead to better employment opportunities.

Neil Churchill Graduate Studies Scholarship: A past NLHA President and a true Section 8 advocate, Neil worked at HUD early in his career and went on to become a developer, bond underwriter and FHA specialist. Before his untimely death in 2003, he was a Vice President with GMAC. Neil devoted his entire career to affordable housing. This scholarship is for eligible applicants who are graduating college and pursuing graduate-level study (or otherwise seeking a graduate education) who demonstrate both merit and need.

https://hudnlha.com/education-fund/

Quell Fighter Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $10,000  Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Mar 13, 2026

The Quell Foundation Fighter Scholarship is awarded to select high school seniors or current undergraduate/graduate students that are being treated for a diagnosed mental health condition. The Quell Foundation Awareness Fund established the award to improve the care and treatment of people with mental health challenges.

Materials required to apply include:

• Academic transcript

• Personal statement

• Minimum GPA of 3.20

• 2 letters of recommendation (professor, coach, counselor or manager)

• Form 1040, Student Aid Report, or Tax Return Form

• Documentation from a mental health professional that you are active in services

https://thequellfoundation.org/scholarships/

OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $2,000. Awards Available: 10

Award Deadline: Mar 13, 2026

Since 1999, the OCA-UPS® Gold Mountain Scholarship has supported first-generation high school students in their pursuit of higher education.

The title of this scholarship program calls back to a time when many immigrants looked upon America as a mountain of golden opportunities for themselves and their families. Awardees of the scholarship seek dreams of higher education, which are not only the dreams of the students but also of their parents and extended family.

This year, first-gen high school students who will be graduating high school and starting college/university in Fall 2026 will be awarded $2,000 each.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Award: $2,000 (non-renewable)

Please note: If selected as a Gold Mountain Scholar, the award will be sent directly to you via ACH or PayPal (checks are also available) and it will be considered taxable income, meaning you/your family will need to include it in the next tax filing season. Scholars will be asked to complete a W-9 form to receive the award.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT.

All applicants will be notified of their status by May.

Eligibility

• Applicants must currently be enrolled as a high school senior and be attending college by Fall 2026.

• Applicants must be first-gen, meaning your parents did not complete a college or university degree.

• Applicants do not need to be a U.S. citizen. DACA students or undocumented students must have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) to be eligible for this scholarship.

• If awarded a scholarship, applicants may be required to submit either a 2025 or 2026 tax return.

• Awarded scholars will be required to submit proof that they’ve been accepted into one or more colleges/universities before receiving the scholarship.

• Applicants must not be a child or dependent of:

  • an OCA National staff member,

  • an OCA Executive Council member,

  • or an OCA Business Advisory Council member.

Application Requirements

• Short Bio (in PDF format, 300 words max).

• This should include your background, identity, school, major/minor, work/experience, interests, etc. This info will be used on our website if you are selected to be a scholar. If you’d like to see examples of what this short bio should look like, please refer to our previous scholars page.

• Academic Transcript (in PDF format; unofficial transcripts are also accepted)

  • Your transcript must include the first quarter/semester of your freshman year through at least the first quarter/semester of your senior year, corresponding with your application.

• One (1) Essay Responses (in PDF format, 500 words max each)

  • Essay Prompt: Describe a challenge you’ve had to overcome. What effect did this have on your person and character?

• Two (2) Short Answer Responses (in PDF, 300 words max)

  • Short Answer Prompt 1: Describe your experience as a first-gen Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) student.

  • Short Answer Prompt 2: What are you intending to major/minor in college? Why?

• Experiences (in PDF)

  • There will be a section in the application form asking you to provide details on three types of experiences you may have:

    • Leadership experience

    • Community Service/Volunteer experience

    • Employment/Work experience

  • For each type of experience, you can list up to three of your most prominent and relevant experiences. It’s okay if you don’t have experiences in all three categories because everyone has different circumstances. For any section you don't have experience in, please upload a short PDF document explaining why you don't have that experience(s).

  • Check online to view an example of what this document should look like.

• Two (2) References

  • References can be anyone who can speak about you and your work on a personal and professional level. We may contact one or both of your references if we determine the need to ask them about you and your application.

  • Include their name, job title/position, email, phone number, and their relationship to you.

  • Please note we are not asking for letters of recommendation.

https://www.ocanational.org/gold-mountain-scholarship-high-school

IMANA Scholarships

Scholarship Value: $5,000. Awards Available: 12

Award Deadline: Mar 15, 2026

There is value in education – it shapes perspectives, enriches the intellect, and opens a world of possibilities. IMANA is committed to being a part of this process for future healthcare professionals as we endeavor to shape the future of healthcare.

Our Scholarship Program annually provides a one-time award to financially assist full-time students pursuing a career across one of the many healthcare paths available.

IMANA currently offers scholarships in the following fields:

• Medicine

• Dentistry

• Pharmacy

• Nursing

• Optometry

• Health care / Allied Health

Who is eligible?

Applications are only open to students in the United States attending a US accredited institution. Also, each scholarship has additional requirements that determine qualification.

What are the requirements for scholarships?

For all our scholarships, the student must:

• be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and

• be attending a US accredited institution.

https://imana.org/scholarships/

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