|
SCHOLARSHIP
|
DUE DATE
|
AMOUNT
|
ELIGIBILITY
|
DETAILS
|
LINK
|
|
Silver Pen
|
2/11/2021
|
1st:$2,500-2nd:$750-3rd:$500
|
Current High School senior
|
Write a 1,000 word essay on the assigned topic
|
https://silverpen-slc.com/
|
|
VA Council on Women STEM
|
1/3/2021
|
Varies
|
High school senior who identifies as female, min 2.5 GPA
|
Write a 700-1,000 word essay on assigned prompt
|
https://www.women.virginia.gov/steamh-essay-contest/
|
|
Ruth B & George T Huff
|
1/20/2021
|
Varies
|
Demonstrate financial need, min 2.0 GPA
|
FAFSA SAR must be submitted, 1 page essay explaining why you need the scholarship
|
https://www.csascholars.org/huff/
|
|
Burger King
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,000-$50,000
|
High School student, min 2.5 GPA, passion for serving community
|
Fill out form on website
|
https://bk-scholars.com/
|
|
National Beta Scholarship
|
1/20/2021
|
Varies
|
Sr. Beta member
|
Must submit transcript and resume
|
https://www.betaclub.org/scholarship
|
|
"Because College is Expensive"
|
12/31/2021
|
$500
|
Be a high school student
|
Register on the form
|
cedaredlending.com
|
|
"College is Power"
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,000
|
17 yrs or older and must be a US citizen
|
Complete online application
|
http://collegeispower.com/scholarship.cfm
|
|
CNA Program Scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,000
|
Must be currently enrolled, accepted or applying to an accredited CNA program. Must follow firm on social media
|
Complete essay on provided prompt
|
https://seniorjustice.com/cna-program-scholarship-contest/
|
|
Free Speech Essay scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
up to $10,000
|
High school senior or junior
|
700-900 word essay on provided prompt
|
https://www.thefire.org/resources/high-school-network/essay-contest/
|
|
Gen & Kelly Tanabe scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,000
|
Currently in High School
|
250 word essay from chosen prompt or of your choice
|
http://www.genkellyscholarship.com/
|
|
Innovation in Education
|
20th of every month
|
$500
|
Must of designed an innovative project that makes a difference in others lives. Min 3.0 GPA
|
Submit an essay
|
https://www.latutors123.com/scholarships/innovation-in-education/
|
|
"See Something, Say Something" essay scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,000
|
Current high school senior. Min GPA of 3.0
|
750-1000 word essay in response to prompt
|
https://billnettleslaw.com/2021-see-something-say-something-scholarship/
|
|
"Top 10 list" scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
$1,500
|
High school, US citizens
|
"Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." (250 words or less)
|
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship
|
|
All Star Verified scholarhsip
|
Dec 31, April 30
|
$1,000
|
High school senior
|
Write a 450 word (max) response to prompt
|
https://www.verifiedscholarships.com/scholarship-program/
|
|
Foot locker scholar athletes
|
12/24/2021
|
$20,000
|
Be currently involved in sports. Min GPA 3.0
|
Recommendation letter required
|
https://footlockerscholarathletes.squarespace.com/
|
|
Ron Bown Scholarship program
|
1/9/2021
|
$10,000 (every year)
|
Must be black/african american. High school senior
|
2 letters of recommendation required, 2 500 word essays
|
https://ronbrown.org/apply/ron-brown-scholarship/
|
|
Jackie Robinson Foundation scholarship
|
1/12/2021
|
Up to $30,000 over 4 yrs
|
Minority high school senior, present evidence of financial need
|
If selected, required to participate in community service
|
https://jackierobinson.org/apply/
|
|
Science Ambassdor scholarship
|
TBD
|
Full ride
|
Women interested in pursuing STEM
|
Sign up on website for details. To apply, film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about.
|
https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/#current-status
|
|
Home Depot Foundation's Path to Pro scholarship
|
12/31/2021
|
$2,000
|
Students planning to attend an accredited building construction trade college or postsecondary program in the U.S.
|
Complete application on website. 2 essay 250 words or less
|
https://www.myscholarship.app/home-depot-foundation
|
|
GE Reagan Foundation scholarship program
|
1/6/2021
|
$10,000 (renewable)
|
Demonstrate attributes of leadership, min 3.0 GPA
|
Complete application online, semifinalist require recommendation letters
|
https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/
|
|
BBB student of integrity scholarship
|
1/31/2021
|
$1,000
|
Min 3.0 GPA
|
Prepare an essay of up to 500 words describing what does it mean to be a person of integrity, and how will you use your integrity to shape your future?
|
https://www.bbb.org/local/0613/scholarship
|
|
Ag Day Essay Contest
|
January 31st
|
$1,000
|
9th-12th grade high school students, US citizen
|
Write an essay
|
https://www.agday.org/essay-contest
|
|
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
|
January 25th
|
$40,000
|
Seniors interested in a computer science field
|
Essay, letter of recommendation, transcript, recent 1040
|
https://scholarshipamerica.org/amazonfutureengineer/
|
|
Animal Welfare Institute Scholarship
|
February 16th
|
$2,000
|
High school seniors interested in animal advocacy who also volunteer their time
|
Two letters of recommendation
|
https://awionline.org/content/animal-welfare-institute-scholarship
|
|
Association for Women in Mathematics Essay Contest
|
February 1st
|
$500
|
High school students
|
500 to 1000 word essay based primarily on an interview you conduct with a woman currently working in or retired from a mathematical career.
|
https://awm-math.org/awards/student-essay-contest/
|
|
BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship
|
March 21st
|
$1,500
|
Unweighted GPA of 3.75, U.S. resident, incoming Freshman, pursue an engineering degree through an ABET program
|
Two letters of recommendation, participate in extracurricular STEM activity
|
https://www.sae.org/participate/scholarships/bmw-sae-engineering-scholarship
|
|
Deborah Grace's Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,150
|
High School senior
|
Write an essay about facing adversity
|
https://bold.org/scholarships/deborahs-grace-scholarship/#ref=great-scholarships
|
|
Divorce Stigma Scholarship
|
February 28th
|
$1,000
|
Accepted into or enrolled in community college or a 4 year university, 3.0 gpa
|
Write a 750 word essay
|
https://atlantadivorcelawgroup.com/the-divorce-stigma-scholarship/
|
|
DNA Day Essay Contest
|
March 4th
|
$1,000
|
High school students
|
Write an essay
|
https://www.ashg.org/dna-day/
|
|
Dominion Credit Union Scholarship
|
March 16th
|
$2,000
|
High school students, 2.5 gpa, plan on attending college following year, families who are members
|
Application, transcript
|
https://www.dominionenergycu.org/resources/education/scholarship/application-information/
|
|
Doodle for Google Scholarship
|
February 26th
|
$30,000
|
High school students
|
Fill out entry form, doodle, write an essay about the doodle,
|
https://doodles.google.com/d4g/how-it-works/
|
|
Environmental Awareness Scholarship
|
February 1st
|
$1,000
|
High school student
|
Essay
|
https://www.reusethisbag.com/scholarship/environmental-awareness-scholarship
|
|
I Have a Dream Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,500
|
At least 14 years old, a U.S. citizen
|
Essay: "We want to know... what do you dream about? Whether it's some bizarre dream you had last week, or your hopes for the future, share your dreams with us for a chance to win $1,500 for college." (250 words or less)
|
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship
|
|
Mental Health System Reform Scholarship
|
February 28th
|
$1,000
|
High school seniors planning to enroll in an undergraduate program. Must have a 3.0 GPA, transcript, resume.
|
Write an essay
|
https://sccriminallaws.com/2021-scholarship/
|
|
Poster Contest for High School Students
|
February 17th
|
$1,000
|
High school students 9th-12th grade
|
Create and submit poster
|
https://www.christophers.org/poster-contest
|
|
Public Service Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,000
|
Applicants must be current high school seniors Students must be in good overall academic standing and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. An essay on a provided prompt is required to be submitted.
|
Essay prompt
|
https://addairlaw.com/2021-public-spirit-scholarship/
|
|
Role Model Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,000
|
High school senior, minimum 3.0 gpa
|
Write an essay
|
yoshalawfirm.com
|
|
Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship
|
February 28th
|
$1,500
|
High school senior
|
Write 500-1000 word essay, submit 2-3 photos volunteering with animals
|
https://www.petplay.com/pages/scholarship
|
|
Willful Worker Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,000
|
High school senior, 3.0 GPA
|
Essay prompt, resume, transcript
|
https://pricebenowitz.com/2021-willful-worker-scholarship/
|
|
Stan Parker Memorial Scholarship -Roanoke Valley Wrestling Association
|
March 23rd
|
$1,000
|
High School senior, active in wrestling or son/daughter of someone active in wrestling, maintain at least a C avg
|
2 Letters of Recommendation, application and letter explaining financial need
|
https://www.roanokevalleywrestling.com/scholarships
|
|
Fossi Scholarship
|
February 15th
|
$40,000
|
Planning on majoring in STEM, accepted and planning to attend and HBCU, maintain a 3.0 GPA
|
Application, transcript, short answer questions
|
https://futureofstemscholars.org/fossi/apply
|
|
Robin Hardy Hodgin Scholarship
|
March 25th
|
$5,000
|
Pursuing degree in Nursing or Heath related field
|
1 page essay stating passion for healthcare, Completed FAFSA, 2 Letters of Rec, Application packet
|
Contact Ms. Abbott for PDF application
|
|
Airgas-Terry Jarvis Scholarship
|
February 15th
|
$2,500
|
Student interested in welding
|
Create profile
|
https://www.aws.org/foundation/page/scholarships
|
|
The Debt Scholarship for Aggressive Scholarship Applicants
|
February 1st
|
$500
|
High schooler
|
Proof of applying to other scholarships and write an essay
|
https://www.debt.com/our-story/scholarships/
|
|
IARL STEM scholarship
|
April 15th
|
$1,000
|
Plans to major in STEM at 2 yr or 4yr
|
Completed applicatin packet, 3 short essay questions, 1 Letter of Rec
|
Contact Ms. Abbott for PDF application
|
|
USDA Scholarships
|
January 31st
|
TBD
|
Plan to attend a University that is a part of the eligible 1890 and 1994 Land-Grant Universities and plans to major in the field of agriculture, food, natural resource sciences or other related. 3.0 GPA
|
Application packet, Essay on what motivates you to consider a career in public service
|
1890: https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1890NationalScholars 1994:https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1994-program
|
|
George E Allen Academic Scholarship
|
March 4th
|
$2,000
|
A successful candidate should be able to demonstrate good character, scholastic improvement, and high achievement despite having to overcome obstacles or special challenges.
|
Completed application, transcript, 2 Letters of Rec, Test Scores
|
https://www.allenandallen.com/about/community-involvement/scholarships/george-e-allen-scholarship/
|
|
Granville P Meade Scholarship
|
March 7th
|
$2,000 each year
|
The Granville P. Meade fund provides scholarship awards to worthy and financially disadvantaged Virginia high school seniors to attend one of Virginia's public or private colleges or universities.
|
Follow steps on website after you create an account
|
https://www.doe.virginia.gov/instruction/virginia_scholarships/granville_meade/index.shtml
|
|
Jet Future leaders scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$1,000
|
This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business
|
Answer the following essay prompt: Over your lifetime, the cost of college tuition has increased significantly compared to average wages. Do you believe that the value of the education provided has risen with the increased cost of tuition?
|
https://jetsurety.com/scholarship
|
|
Caroline E Hult Nursing Scholarship
|
January 31st
|
$2,500
|
Pursuing degree in Nursing and must demonstrate financial need
|
A letter of acceptance into a nursing program or a transcript stating the applicant is in a nursing program must be included with the application. 2 Letters of Rec. 1,000 word personal statement
|
https://dar.academicworks.com/opportunities/349
|
|
Student- View Scholarship
|
April 23rd
|
Up to $5,000
|
No requirements
|
Complete 20 minute application
|
http://www.student-view.com/
|
|
American Culinary Federation Scholarship
|
April 30th
|
2,500
|
GPA of 2.75 or higher, accepted into a institution with a culinary, pastry or food service related major
|
Complete scholarship application
|
https://www.acfchefs.org/ACF/Education/Scholarships/
|
|
Women's Cyber Security Scholarships
|
February 28th
|
6,000
|
Have a GPA of at least 3.3. Plan to pursue a degree with a focus on cybersecurity or information assurance
|
Will need: transcript, 1 letter of rec, resume and essay questions
|
https://iamcybersafe.org/s/womens-scholarships
|
|
Abbott Painters Scholarship Program
|
April 30th
|
500
|
Must have a min 2.75 GPA
|
Answer an essay question that is less than 1,000 words
|
https://painterslangley.com/apply
|
|
Got a Spine scholarship
|
May 2nd
|
500
|
Have a 2.5 or higher GPA
|
Complete application and 2 short answer essay questions
|
https://arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com/chiropractor_fairbanks.php
|
|
Hospital Safety Awareness scholarship
|
May 31st
|
1,000
|
Min 3.0 GPA
|
The candidate must submit a 500-1,000 word essay response to the prompt: What laws would you create to help make hospitals safer? Must have a Resume and transcript
|
https://lowenthalabrams.com/hospital-safety-awareness-scholarship/
|
|
NIADA Foundation Scholarship
|
March 12th
|
3,500
|
Have the desire to work in the Automotive industry and dispay outstanding academic achievements
|
Complete scholarship application and 1 letter of rec
|
https://niada.com/foundation/
|
|
Spencer-Penn Alumni Association: George Burton Scholarship
|
April 1st
|
1,000
|
The applicant shall have attended Spencer-Penn School for at least one year or shall be a direct descendant (child, grandchild) of a student of Spencer-Penn School.
|
Complete application form, transcript, and brief personal statment
|
Application forms may be requested by e-mail from Mary Jordan: [email protected]
or contact Ms. Abbott for application form
|
|
HH Webb & Nora Midkiff Webb trust
|
April 1st
|
3,000 (renewable for each year)
|
Scholarships awarded based on financial need and scholastic ability
|
Complete application form
|
Scholarships form available in Ms. Abbott's office. Email or come by my office to pick up a copy
|
|
Minority/Indigenous Nurse Leader Scholarship
|
March 15th
|
1,000
|
To be eligible student must be 1st generation & BIPOC. Must be interested in pursuing nursing
|
Complete bold.org profile and scholarship application form
|
https://bold.org/scholarships/hsintelligence-scholarship/#:~:text=This%20scholarship%20seeks%20to%20encourage,may%20apply%20for%20this%20scholarship.
|
|
Careers that Care scholarship
|
April 18th
|
750
|
Demonstrate financial need, must be interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, social work, government, education or a related field
|
Create a bold.org profile and scholarship application form
|
https://bold.org/scholarships/robert-f-lawson-fund-for-careers-that-care/\
|
|
Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship
|
March 1st
|
10,000
|
Must be a registered, active member of a Boy Scouts of America unit that is chartered to an American Legion post
|
Complete application form
|
https://www.legion.org/scholarships/eaglescout
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Primary State Financial Aid and Tuition Assistance Programs
|
Varies
|
Varies
|
Grants include: Virginia Commonwealth Award
Virginia Guaranteed Assistance Program
Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant
Two-Year College Transfer Grant
Virginia Military Survivors and
Dependents Education Program
Workforce Credential Grant
Academic Common Market
|
Read requirements and eligibility on SCHEV website
|
https://www.schev.edu/docs/default-source/tuition-aid-section/financial-aid/primarystateprogramfactsheetscompiledaccessible2021.pdf
|
|
Charles C Powell Loan Foundation
|
Submit an application for request
|
TBD
|
A private foundation in Stuart, Virginia which provides student loans to Patrick County, Virginia residents who wish to further their education at an eligible trade school, college or university
|
These are loans and will be required to pay back but have lower interest rates than institutional loans. Application on their facebook page
|
Make a copy before you edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yq5SY--nv9D3I7OSaqJNRNyQU8VzTisV/edit
|
|
Scholarship Search Engines -use these to find your own scholarships!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
scholarships.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
scholarships360.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
cappex.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
fastweb.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
chegg.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
niche.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
myscholly.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
petersons.com/scholarship-search.aspx
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
finaid.org
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
unigo.com/scholarships#/fromscholarshipexperts
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
studentscholarshipsearch.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
studentscholarships.org
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
goingmerry.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
https://www.anthonyoneal.com/scholarships
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
http://www.smartscholar.com/
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
https://jlvcollegecounseling.com/scholarships/
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
uncf.org
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-scholarships.aspx
|
|
|
|
|
|