Scholarships

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:

Ascent Summer Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $4,500. A wards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Jul 1, 2026

Ascent Funding is an innovative financial technology company dedicated to driving student success through accessible education financing. The organization supports individuals pursuing undergraduate, graduate, technical bootcamp, and career-advancement programs.

Eligibility:

To be eligible for the $4,500 Ascent Summer Scholarship, a student must:

Be e legal residents of one of the fifty United States or the District of Columbia
Be 14 years of age or older
Be enrolled in a high school, degree program, or technical skills training program, at least half-time.

Deadline:

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is July 1, 2026 at 8:59 AM PT.

https://www.ascentfunding.com/scholarships/summer-scholarship-giveaway-4500/?uid=_&cid=ef_83_248_bef8730e00da4585a90c536970361702&utm_campaign=44271485-summer-scholarship-giveaway-4500&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=partner_studentscholarships.org_peak2026

Just for School One Seniors going to college next year:

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 $1000. It requires an essay and an application, and it is due by May 1, 2026, but don't be foolish and wait until the last minute as those who get it in earlier will look more attractive to the people who award the scholarship. You have much better odds of winning this one than most others. Usually available to apply from some time in February until the end of April.

Nicholas J. Barrett Scholarship Application 26

For Students Going to URI

We are excited to share a new addition to our full-ride scholarship opportunities at URI. The Cook-Cohen Scholars Program is a newly established, highly selective, full-ride scholarship that covers tuition, fees, housing, and dining for all four years, along with a global travel experience during URI’s Winter J Term. The scholarship will apply to any field of study at URI.

Beyond financial support, students benefit from a cohort-based experience that includes access to the Honors Program, leadership development opportunities, faculty mentorship, priority course registration, and specialized advising.

As always, students applying by the December 1 Early Action deadline will receive priority consideration for all scholarships including our Top Scholarships:

Scholarships for seniors going to college next year: last updated 7/6/26

Minority Women in STEM Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $5,000. Awards Available: 2

Award Deadline: Jul 16, 2026

STEM industries, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, are some of the fastest-growing and most vital professions in modern society.

From medical breakthroughs to innovative inventions to unthinkable discoveries, these fields drive progress in all aspects of life. STEM professions are highly skilled, requiring prospective employees to complete years of rigorous education. Women of color, especially those from modest financial backgrounds, can struggle to access the degrees they need to begin their STEM careers. From the prohibitive cost of tuition to a lack of mentors to seek advice from to classrooms that may feel isolating, there are many factors that can discourage young women from following through on their dreams.

This scholarship aims to support women going into math and science fields so they can overcome the many barriers standing in their way.

Any female BIPOC high school senior who will pursue a four-year degree in STEM may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they are a low-income, first-generation college student.

To apply, write a short essay telling us about yourself and what you hope to achieve through your future career in STEM.

https://bold.org/scholarships/minority-women-in-STEM-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships

Joy Cappel Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: Jul 20, 2026

Each year, the Joy Cappel Scholarship will award two life sciences students with $2,500 each. The scholarship is intended to foster a new generation of researchers and help support these young investigators in their scientific training.

For more than 30 years, Rockland was guided by Joy Cappel, President and CEO. Mrs. Cappel’s vision to help define mechanisms underlying cell function and disease through antibody-targeted detection is the motivational force behind this scholarship.

Conditions of Participation

Must be a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student currently enrolled and accepted at a college or university in the United States for the upcoming fall or spring term
Intended major must be in Life Sciences or a related field
Must complete the online application form and provide the video submission required

Deadline

The application below must be submitted by July 20th for fall semester or by January 20th for spring semester of the current year.

After a 3-round review process, including marketing, technical representatives, and our Chief Scientific Officer, a winner will be selected and notified two weeks after the application deadline. A check will then be sent directly to the university provided in the application.

Video Submission

Record a 1- to 5-minute video explaining your answer to the topic: "What would you consider the most surprising and impactful scientific finding in the last 5 years, and how do you believe it has the potential to transform our understanding of the natural world?" Paste the URL to your video (e.g., YouTube, Google Drive, iCloud) in the field online. If using Google Drive or similar service, your video must be shared with "Anyone with the link" to ensure open access.

Tips

Plan ahead: Outline your main points and rehearse if necessary.
Use visuals: Use slides or relevant images to enhance your presentation.
Show your passion: Speak with enthusiasm and demonstrate your genuine interest in the life sciences.
Ensure good audio and video quality: Run a test beforehand and record in a well-lit, quiet location.

https://www.rockland.com/joy-cappel-scholarship/

Sutliff & Stout Annual Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: Jul 25, 2026

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers and young adults, specifically 15 – 24-year-olds. According to the NHTSA, distracted driving alone killed 2,841 people in 2018, with a total of 400,000 people injured in distracted driving crashes in the same year.

It’s no doubt that distracted driving is a public safety problem. The problem is particularly pervasive among young drivers. While young drivers are not the sole demographic responsible, they pose a risk if they drive distractedly. We must find a way to stop distracted driving.

The first step towards changing any behavioral change is to admit that a problem exists. Many of us criticize others for their distracted driving habits, but how many of us are willing to look inward to examine our own choices behind the wheel?

The First Step to Distraction-Free Driving Scholarship

In an effort to reduce the devastating consequences of distracted driving among young drivers, the lawyers at Sutliff & Stout are offering a $1,500 scholarship to students.

College

information

What Should the Essay be About?

We are asking students to write an essay of at least 500 words detailing their most common distracted driving habits, and to describe the concrete steps they will take to put an end to those habits. We want to encourage students to examine their driving habits and identify ways in which they commonly become distracted behind the wheel. These could include obvious examples such as texting, tweeting, or changing music, or a less obvious example like turning to talk to friends or simply playing the music so loudly that they cannot hear other vehicles. Next, we want students to consider and document concrete steps to ending those distracted driving behaviors.

Eligibility Rules

Applicants must be EITHER out-going high school seniors (graduating summer 2026) and entering a college, trade school, or university OR students currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or university as of the start of the fall 2026 semester.
IMPORTANT: After you submit your application, you will not receive a confirmation email. Your submission is automatically recorded. Due to the high volume of applicants, please do not call to confirm your application. If selected, you will be contacted regarding your essay and application.

https://www.sutliffstout.com/scholarship/

Scholarship Owl No Essay Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: JuLY 29, 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.

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Jet Future Business Leaders Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000 Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

Jet Insurance Company invests in the future business leaders of America. This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.

Scholarship Details

Prize: One $1,000 scholarship

Prompt: Share a personal story of how you overcame a major life challenge or obstacle and what lessons you learned that prepared you for college and beyond. How will these experiences provide you with a unique perspective in pursuing a career in business?

Length: 250-500 words

Deadline: July 31st, 2026

Rules and Regulations

The Jet Future Business Leaders Scholarship Contest is open to all United States citizens/residents.

Any essay created partially or entirely with the use of AI will be automatically disqualified. All submissions will be reviewed and checked for use of AI/ChatGPT.

Applicants must complete all sections of the application to be considered. This includes first and last name, email address, current/planned college, major or planned major, college website URL, and expected college graduation date.

Finalists must provide a photo of themselves and proof of enrollment in order to be considered. A photo of the winner along with their essay will be posted to the Jet blog and shared to social media.

Late applications will not be considered. Please submit applications prior to the respective deadline.

One entry is allowed per applicant per contest.

The essay should address the prompt and be between 250 and 500 words in length.

Essays submitted must be the applicant's original work. Any plagiarism will results in automatic disqualification. The essays must also not infringe upon intellectual property or third-party rights of any company, organization, or person.

People who have applied in the past but not chosen as a winner may apply for the scholarship next semester, but past winners will not be eligible to win a second time.

There is only one scholarship available per semester and all decisions are final.

Jet chooses finalists which will have the chance to be voted on via a public poll. Finalists will be notified with a link to the voting page for their chance to share that link and win. The finalist with the most votes will be awarded the scholarship.

Jet is not held responsible for any local, state, or federal taxes. By submitting the essay for Jet's contest, the student acknowledges their acceptance and understanding of these terms.

https://jetsurety.com/scholarship

HIE Help Center Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000 Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

The HIE Help Center will award one annual scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to an undergraduate or graduate student who plans to pursue a career in physical, occupational, or speech therapy.

The scholarship will be awarded to a single applicant who meets the following criteria and has submitted all required application materials outlined below by the deadline.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be enrolled at an institution of higher education in the United States
Have a GPA of at least 3.25
Cannot be a past, present, or future client of ABC Law Centers (the firm sponsoring the HIE Help Center)

Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

A completed application (see Submission below)
An academic transcript
A response to the following prompt:
Why are you pursuing occupational, physical, or speech therapy? What will your unique approach be as a future occupational, physical, or speech therapist?

You may choose to submit one of the following as your Project:

An essay of approximately 750 to 1,000 words. Please use 12 pt. Times New Roman font and double-space your work. Also include your last name, page numbers, and the scholarship name in the header. Files must be in PDF format. Any essay that does not meet this criteria or does not respond to the prompt, will not be considered!

A creative project. Examples can include, but are not limited to: photo projects; video or other multimedia presentations (videos not to exceed five minutes); creative writing; or performance pieces.

Award

The $1,000 check will be made payable to the school or program in which the applicant is enrolled. We also publish a feature piece on the winner, including a short bio, their university name, and a photo. You can read the past year’s winning entries online!

https://hiehelpcenter.org/scholarship-for-physical-occupation-and-speech-therapy/

Spirit of Giving Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $1,000. Awards Available: 3

Award Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

Each year Wine Country Gift Baskets awards annual scholarships to three well-deserving students displaying the spirit of giving. The Wine Country Gift Baskets Spirit of Giving Scholarship is our way of encouraging acts of kindness, service and giving so they remain an important part of our future.

Eligibility

High school seniors and current college students planning to attend college or another form of post-secondary education for the full school year following the submission period are eligible to apply. Eligible institutions include but are not limited to four-year universities, community colleges, institutes of technology and accredited credential or certificate programs.

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

Planning to attend school in the following school year at an institution within the US.
Not an employee or family member of Wine Country Gift Baskets or Houdini Inc.
Not a previous winner of this scholarship.

Submission Details

Applicants are required to submit all of the following:

Proof of enrollment for the upcoming school year. Incoming freshmen can provide a copy of the acceptance letter and a supporting document showing they have started a relationship with the school.
Submission essay 500-750 words on one of the following topics:
- How have you advanced the spirit of giving in your community or abroad either through service or in giving?
- How has the spirit of giving affected you personally?
- How will your college or post-secondary education allow you to be of service to others or give to others?

Selection Criteria

A committee of three individuals at Wine Country Gift Baskets will review applications and essays to determine how the scholarship can best be represented and used.

https://www.winecountrygiftbaskets.com/information/scholarship.asp

A Better Financial Future Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: JuL 31, 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/v101?

Be Bold Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: JuL 31, 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

Niche $10,000 Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

Niche can help with every step of the college search including paying for it. We're giving one student $10,000 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.

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 $10,000 Scholarship is an easy scholarship with no essay required! Only one entry allowed per person.

https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/10k-no-essay-scholarship-202607/?utm_source=student_scholarships&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=student_scholarships_10k_202607

Sallie Mae Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: JuL 31, 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:

A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
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

Secular Student Activist Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $3,000 Awards Available: 25

Award Deadline: Jul 31, 2026

Secular Student Activist scholarships are available to full-time students enrolled in high school, trade school,

college

, or university in the United States and are designed to support students who in addition to pursuing excellence in their academic studies are also activists for secular values on their campus and/or in their community.

Social

Issues & Advocacy

Before you start on the application you may wish to take some time and write out answers to the following questions which will appear in part three of the application.

What are your
educational
,
career
, and life goals?
What is your secular identity? How did you come to your secularism and how do you see it remaining a part of your life?
What other aspects of your identity intersect, interact with, or inform your secularism?
What secular activism have you been involved with (on campus or off)?
What intersectional activism have you been involved with (on campus or off)?
What activism plans do you have for this academic year?
Why is the work of the SSA important to you and what are your goals relating to the Secular Student Alliance Mission and Vision?
What obstacles, barriers, or financial hardships have you faced in pursuing your academic goals? What role would this scholarship have in helping you overcome these challenges?

As part of the application process, please prepare a 30-60 second video in which you tell us a little bit more about one aspect of your application: about your secular identity, or why it is important to you, or why you are passionate about state/church separation, or your activism, or highlighting something important to you.

2026 SSA Student Activist Scholarship Application

Thank you for your interest in our scholarship program. The Secular Student Alliance is thrilled to offer a growing number of scholarships to students across the country. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the online application process prior to starting your application.

Scholarship Eligibility:

Must be currently enrolled full-time in a United States middle school, high school, trade school, university, or college.
You will be asked to provide 1-2 references, please have contact information available.
Submit your completed application by the due date.

The Use of AI: The selection committees are looking for your personal stories and achievements. Using AI to answer questions just provides generic information, which does not help you in receiving a scholarship.

You will automatically be considered for our general SSA Activist scholarship by completing this form.

https://secularstudents.org/scholarships/

Future Educator Scholarship

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

Award Deadline: Aug 1, 2026

For over 40 years, Mrs Prindables has been crafting the original Gourmet Caramel Apples and a variety of Caramel & Chocolate Confections.

Why We’re Doing This

We believe educators have the power to shape lives, inspire curiosity, and create brighter futures. This scholarship is our way of encouraging those who are ready to take on that important role.

Scholarship Details

Amount: $1,000
Who Can Apply: Incoming freshmen or current students majoring in education
How to Apply: Complete the form below, upload your transcripts or acceptance letter, and tell us why you want to be an educator and what you have to offer future students.
Use of Funds: Exclusively for tuition or related educational expenses
Payment: A $1,000 check will be made payable directly to your college or university*

https://www.mrsprindables.com/news/education-scholarship/#

Ascent Summer Scholarship

Scholarship Value: $10,000 Awards Available: 1

Award Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

Eligibility:

To be eligible for the $10,000 Ascent Summer Scholarship, a student must:

Be e legal residents of one of the fifty United States or the District of Columbia
Be 14 years of age or older
Be enrolled in a high school, degree program, or technical skills training program, at least half-time.

Kids' Chance of Rhode Island Scholarship Application 2026-2027

DESCRIPTION

Kids’ Chance of Rhode Island is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides scholarships for children of workers who have been killed, seriously injured, or experienced a debilitating illness in a work-related incident. Scholarships are awarded once a year and students may apply every year for which they are eligible. Current annual scholarship amounts range from $4,000 - $5,000 and are determined based on the student’s financial need.

Student Eligibility

Age 26 or younger at the time of the application
Child who is a dependent of a worker who has been killed, seriously injured, or experienced a debilitating illness in a work-related incident
Demonstrated financial need to pay for post-secondary education
Accepted or planning to attend a college, university, or technical school [GRADUATE and/or UNDERGRADUATE]
Pursuing a degree as a [FULL-TIME or PART-TIME] student
Other eligibility

Documentation Required

Completed Kids’ Chance Scholarship Application with student, family, and university/college/technical school contact information
Transcript of most recent grades – unofficial transcript is acceptable
Copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) you received from completing the FAFSA, with your Student Aid Index (SAI), formerly called the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), IF you are attending a 2-year or 4-year college or university
Brief description of the applicant’s education and career goals
Proof of compensable injury/illness claim such as determination letter or CLAIM NUMBER from the state workers’ compensation board or death certificate
Parents’ basic employer information

Deadline: December 31, 2026

Questions?

Please contact us BEFORE the deadline via info@kidschanceri.org

To apply, go to https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/KidsChanceRhodeIslandScholarshipApplication2026

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