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The Hydrocephalus Association’s Scholarship Program was established in 1994 to provide financial assistance to capable and promising young adults who live with the ongoing challenges and complexities of hydrocephalus. We are proud to offer a total of 12 scholarships annually in the amount of $1000 each.
The IBTTA Foundation, the research, education, and charitable arm of the International Bridge, Tunnel, and Turnpike Association, awards $5,000 scholarships to up to 6 undergraduate and graduate students who are working towards a transportation-related degree at an accredited university. At least one award is designated for HBCU students. One award may be allocated to a graduate student.
The Anne Ford Scholarship awards a graduating high school senior enrolling in a full-time bachelor’s degree program $10,000. The scholarship disburses in $2,500 installments over four years. The scholarship recipient must have a documented learning disability and/or ADHD.
The Sallie Mae Fund’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors helps make the dream of higher education a reality for outstanding students from under-resourced, underrepresented, and underserved communities. High school seniors who are facing financial challenges may apply to win a $10,000 scholarship to help them attend college or a vocational-technical school.
The CHAP Memorial Scholarship is open to all students who are residents of Pennsylvania currently being educated under the Pennsylvania Home Education Law or Private Tutor Law, graduating, and continuing their education through some type of learning beyond high school. The CHAP Scholarship in the amount between $500- $1,000 will be awarded based on the following criteria: academics, activities, Christian testimony, and character. Applicants are strongly advised to download the provided rubric for essay.
BrightSprout believes in education for all students–no matter their background. Making a successful crossword puzzle is incredibly challenging. We want to reward the creative thinking and hard work that goes into writing crosswords with our annual Crossword Scholarship. Each year, we award a prize to one talented student. Instead of the typical essay, our crossword scholarship is awarded to the best puzzle-maker. To apply, students must create and submit one 15×15 newspaper-style crossword puzzle on My Crossword Maker. Our annual scholarship winner will receive a $1,000 tuition scholarship and a free, lifetime subscription to My Crossword Maker. We will also award a free lifetime subscription to My Crossword Maker to 5 finalists. The BrightSprout Crossword Scholarship competition is open to all current or incoming undergraduate students who will be enrolled for the fall 2025 semester.
At Sandstone Care we help teens and young adults overcome challenges with substance use, addiction, and mental health conditions, so we wanted to help students who are dealing with or have dealt with substance use/mental health struggles and are working toward recovery. Our Scholarship offers $5,000 to an undergraduate student or high school senior who will be attending an accredited university. We want to reward you for your continued commitment to recovery because we understand the courage and bravery it takes for young adults to seek help.
Commonwealth Fire Protection Company [CFPC] and the Scott & Hoffnagle Scholarship Award Fund are proud to announce academic scholarships for the continuing education of an individual pursuing higher education. Up to $35,000. One Award at $10,000; two Awards at $7,500; two Awards at $5,000.
In 2013, UNAC/UHCP inaugurated an ambitious scholarship program, which remains a successful part of our union’s support of professional education, training, and advanced certification. All scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled in a degree program or continuing education courses in a health care field at an accredited college, university, trade or technical school. Current scholarships include: the Kathy J. Sackman Member Scholarship, Sonia Moseley Family Scholarship, Delima MacDonald Community Scholarship and Alexis G. Philius Scholarship are awarded in various quantities and amounts.
The PASFAA Scholarship is made possible by the association and generous donations from members. PASFAA (Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators) will award seven, $1,000 scholarships. No more than one scholarship per year will be given to each of the following sectors: Business Trade & Technical, Nursing, Private Four Year, Public Two Year, PASSHE, State- Related and Graduate Schools.
The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship is offered to support Veterans and their children in the pursuit of higher education. This scholarship in the amount of $1,000 can be used for tuition and other educational expenses at a college or university of your choice. You must be a U.S. military Veteran, a current service member in the U.S. military, or the child of a Veteran or current service member. Applicants will need to submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words.
Jenner Law is proud to support the next generation of change-makers through our Make a Difference Scholarship! Each year, we award two $2,500 scholarships—one to an outstanding undergraduate student and one to a graduate student—who exemplify academic excellence, a proven commitment to social justice, and a clear vision of how his or her education will create meaningful change in the world. This scholarship recognizes those who don’t just aspire to make a difference but have already taken meaningful steps to do so. Applicants will submit an application and craft an original essay of no more than 1,000 words.
Nobody is better suited to change the way we look at the world than you, the leaders of tomorrow. To be considered for the There’s Space for Everyone Scholarship, you must complete the form above and provide a 500-800 word essay. Extra Space Storage will award a total of eight $3,000 scholarships: Five (5) scholarships to any student attending an accredited college or university in the U.S., and three (3) scholarships to employees or immediate family members of Extra Space Storage.
Gelb & Gelb, P.C. believe passionately in educating young drivers and setting them up for success while behind the wheel. For this scholarship, applicants are asked to write a 1,000-word essay discussing the importance of being a responsible driver and detail specific tools and tactics that could be taught to young drivers to encourage safety while on the road. The scholarship winner will be chosen and awarded $1,000 for their higher education.
The Ramage Law Group knows that parents who adopt children make many sacrifices, and the parents want to make sure their children will have the tools they need to succeed in life. In recognition of this, we have established a scholarship program that provides assistance to children who have been adopted. Each semester, we award a scholarship of $1,000 to a student who is pursuing a college education, and the funds may be used to help cover tuition, room and board, or other expenses, such as books and supplies.
Applicants may submit an application for our scholarship by filling out the contact form on the scholarship page. In addition to providing contact information detailing their name, address, phone number, email, date of birth, and the school they will be attending, proof of admission must also be submitted. This may include a letter of acceptance or an academic transcript for the most recently completed semester. An applicant will also be required to submit an essay that is up to 800 words long.
Hyundai exists to make a richer journey possible for all by investing in the future of women in the STEM fields that will help shape it. By taking bold steps toward technology, sustainable mobility, and autonomy, we can all look forward to a brighter tomorrow. Let’s work together to drive positive change and shape the journey toward a sustainable future. This year, Hyundai will award five scholarships in the amount of $10,000 each. Write an essay of 500 words or more on how EV tech can help create a more sustainable future. Discuss whether the shift toward EVs is the best path for improving global mobility and environmental health. Then, include the link to your essay on your application form. High school seniors and college undergraduates who identify as female, reside in the United States and wish to pursue a STEM-related field of education are eligible to apply.
At Rosso Service, engineering excellence is at the heart of everything we do. Recognizing the vital role that engineering plays in our success, we are committed to fostering the next generation of engineers. As part of this commitment, we are proud to offer the Rosso Service Engineering Excellence Scholarship, a $1,000 scholarship for undergraduate engineering majors. In order to be considered for our award, all students must submit an essay of 500-1,000 words.
Turn your dreams into reality with the Salvado Law Dream Chaser Scholarship, exclusively dedicated to empowering first-generation college students! Recognizing the ambition and resilience it takes to be the first in your family to pursue higher education, this scholarship celebrates your journey and provides a financial award that can ease the tremendous burden of paying for college. Through our commitment to supporting trailblazers like you, our $1,000 scholarship is available to students entering any year of college pursuing any field of study. In addition to the application, applicants should provide a high-quality 750-word essay.
On average, Black women in STEM earn salaries that are 45% lower than their highest-paid peers. BestColleges is committed to breaking down barriers for students in underrepresented communities, who desire careers in the most competitive fields. This year, we will be giving up to five, $6,000 scholarships to Black women who are currently pursuing careers in STEM. Please submit an essay, unofficial transcript, and letter of recommendation, with the online application.
The American Association of University Women, Harrisburg branch, announces five college scholarships, varying in amount, available to women from the Central Pennsylvania Region who are pursuing degrees in the upcoming academic year.
The Estevez Group, PC is committed to helping people in crisis, particularly in issues of immigration such as family-based immigration, naturalization, and marriage-based green cards. In furtherance of this commitment, we are opening up the Hope for Humanity Scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students looking to better their communities in collaboration with a nonprofit. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants should be actively pursuing an internship or research opportunities with a non-profit organization and should demonstrate a history of commitment to human rights through prior academic work, volunteer experience, or activism. The winner of the scholarship will be awarded $1,000 for his or her education. In addition to the application, applicants must submit a typed essay in no more than 500 words.
Finale Inventory is offering a $3000 essay scholarship, created to help prepare students for the increasing demands of the global supply chain transportation and logistics industry. An eligible applicant must be a current student at an accredited higher education institution be enrolled full-time in a pursuing a degree related to supply chain and operations management, inventory control, materials management, or procurement. With the application, students should attach proof of attendance, resume, and a 1000-word personal statement describing their long-term career aspirations in the supply chain or operations field.
Winston Law is happy to present the $2,500 The End to Stigma Within the Justice System Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who best elaborates on the ways stigma has impeded justice on a broader level or how they have experienced stigma themselves.
The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. This award is available to all students, regardless of their field of study. To be eligible, the student needs to answer an essay question. The $500 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essay that is submitted.
Study.com is a leading online education resource making learning accessible to over 40 million students and educators a month. Study.com strives to take some of the sting out of the financial stress of college and make education accessible to all students. That's why we're offering several scholarships to help with the myriad costs that comes with pursuing a degree. Our College Scholarship for High School Seniors provides a $2,000 award, and we also offer $1,000 scholarships for various majors
Previously, our scholarship was limited to studies in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability. Beginning 2021, we are acknowledging that all disciplines must embrace sustainability concepts to ensure a thriving planet for generations to come. The winner of our Atla Sustainability Scholarship receives $1,500 for education-related expenses including tuition, books, campus housing, and more. Two runners up will each be awarded $250. Students must be enrolled at an accredited school for at least one full calendar year to be eligible. Applicants apply by email with a short description of yourself and a 500-word essay on how you intend to use your education to promote sustainability.
Foreclosure.com continues to break new ground by offering a nationwide scholarship program. Currently enrolled college students (graduate students, law students and/or high school seniors are NOT eligible) are invited to apply by submitting an essay. Freshman entering Fall 2025 are eligible once they have received a student ID number. Each year, the company challenges future leaders of America to submit an essay of 800-2,000 words to provide creative solutions/ideas to many of the nation's most critical issues, real estate in particular, which can be used to help foster a robust United States housing market. Three winners will be selected with a top prize of $4,000. Additionally, second and third place will receive $1000 each.
There are around 40 scholarships and grants to help students who are planning to attend or already enrolled in a college or graduate degree program. Applications open January 1st of each year with various deadlines. Students are able to apply fo as many scholarships as they feel they are a match for.
There are over 70 scholarships and grants to help students who are active, full time members of the United Methodist Church. The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Scholarship application opens in January of each year. Students only need to submit one application per year where it will be screened for all possible eligible programs. Scholarship programs are divided into three categories: General Scholarships, Racial-Ethnic Scholarships, and Ministry as a Career Scholarships.
The Ayn Rand Institute organizes annual student essay contests centered around Ayn Rand’s novels. These contests encourage students to thoughtfully interact with Rand’s ideas by reflecting on her significant and influential literary works. Students who take part will be expected to carefully read their chosen book, grapple with its multifaceted themes, and explore the extents of their writing skills. These contests offer students an opportunity to potentially receive awards of up to $10,000.
The North Carolina Community Foundation partners with donors to administer scholarship funds for the benefit of students across the state and beyond. Some scholarships require residency in North Carolina, but not all. To determine whether you are eligible for a scholarship, you should carefully review the criteria.
Most NCCF scholarships open applications in January and close in March. Approximately 130 NCCF scholarships are available using the NCCF Universal Scholarships Application. About a dozen other scholarships have separate applications with different due dates. You must apply to each of those scholarships individually within our Scholarships Portal.
The Citizens Scholarship is giving away $2,500 every month to students (undergrad and graduate) and parents. If you don’t win this month, you could win next month and you’re automatically entered for the annual grand prize of $15,000.
ScholarshipPoints awards one $2,500 scholarship and three $1,000 monthly scholarships (the Compos Mentis, Ultra, and Olympus Scholarships) every month of the year exclusively to members. There is no essay required. Simply sign up to be automatically entered into the scholarship.
The $2,000 Nitro Scholarship and $1,000 "College Savings" Scholarship begins at 12:00:01 AM Eastern Time (“ET”) Sunday, January 01, 2023 and ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with drawings on the last day of each month. Sponsor’s computer is the official clock for this Sweepstakes. The scholarhsips are 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.
The $25,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. This scholarship is awarded each year in December, but the earlier you apply, the better your chances.
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship Sweepstakes begins at 12:00:01 AM Eastern Time (“ET”) Sunday, January 01, 2023 and ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on Sunday, December 31, 2023 with drawings on the last day of each month. Sponsor's computer is the official clock for this Sweepstakes. Students attending an accredited college or university, a student who is a senior in high school, or a parent of a student who is a senior in high school or attending an accredited college or university.
Enter to win a $10,000 scholarship from PNC. And make college anything but boring. College life won't las forever, so we want to help you make the most of it with a chance to win a scholarship to help cover expenses. Plus, its easy to enter. The Sweepstakes awards scholarships twice yearly on or around June 1 and December 1. Students who register for a financial literacy account, meet the eligibility requirements, and opt into the Sweepstakes and Official Rules will be eligible for the two drawings falling within 12 months of opting into the Sweepstakes.
Getting into college is the first step. Navigating how to pay for college is the next step. At College Ave, we know the best strategy for financing college is to first look at finding scholarship opportunities. Enter to win our College Ave Student Loans scholarship, and you could win $1,000 for school. We’ll choose one lucky winner each month, so be sure to come back each month to enter. Entrants may enter the Sweepstakes by completing and submitting the online registration form. You then will receive one entry into the Sweepstakes. A maximum of one entry per email account per person per calendar month is permitted. On or around the fifth day of each month, or as soon as practicable thereafter, the Administrator will select one winning entry randomly from all eligible entries received during the previous calendar month.
National Driving and Traffic School is proud to announce their Driver Education Initiative Award annual scholarship opportunity entitled “In the Driver’s Seat.” The company is seeking to reward essay applicants $10,000 in total scholarships – for students entering college or already enrolled in a higher education institution – on the topic of being a safer driver. Applicants write a 750-word (minimum) essay addressing the questions asked. Each winner receives a $500 scholarship. Deadlines for each round of scholarships are March 31, August 1, and November 30.
The Deerfoot Lodge Endowed Scholarship is available for Messiah University students who are camp counselors at Deerfoot Lodge Adirondacks in Speculator, New York or Deerfoot Lodge Blue Ridge in Glenville, North Carolina. Students must also express financial need and be in good standing at Messiah University to receive the award. The amount of the scholarship is dependant on the number of students eligible for the scholarship and the amount available in the Endowment Fund.
This $2,000 scholarship is reserved for undergraduate students who have shown an extraordinary commitment to community service and who have demonstrated creativity in shaping their volunteer activities. Applications must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by Friday, May 26, 2024, by emailing them to finaid@messiah.edu or by dropping them off at the office – applications submitted directly to AICUP by students will not be accepted. Applications MUST contain the student’s handwritten signature to be considered.
This $4,500 scholarship is reserved for undergraduate nursing or physician assistant students who are enrolled full-time and have at least a 3.0 grade point average. Ideal candidates are campus leaders and community volunteers. Applications must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by Friday, May 26, 2024, by emailing them to finaid@messiah.edu or by dropping them off at the office – applications submitted directly to AICUP by students will not be accepted. Applications MUST contain the student’s handwritten signature to be considered.
The Pennsylvania Society of Tax & Accoutant Professionals, (PSTAP) Buxmont Chapter, is awarding a $2,000 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, student applicants must have a permanent residence in either Bucks or Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, and be a full time student entering their Junior or Senior year (including 4th and 5th year Seniors) in the fall of 2024. ln addition, an applicant must be a declared Accounting Major with a "B" or better cumulative & Accounting grade point average.
Each year, Executive Women International of Harrisburg offers the Adult Students in Scholastic Transition Scholarship (ASIST) which helps provide financial assistance up to $3,000 per winner. Our chapter then submits the winners into a larger pool of applicants for consideration by Executive Women International at the corporate level for the opportunity to be selected for one of thirteen scholarships, ranging from $2,000 to $10,000.
The Sallie Mae Fund, in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, is providing 200 Completing the Dream Scholarships of up to $2,500 for the 2025-2026 academic school year to help graduating senior college students from underserved communities complete their higher education. Applications will be accepted until all scholarship funds are awarded or on December 6, 2024, whichever occurs first. Eligible students must be on track to complete their program during the academic year 2025-2026 at a two-or four-year college, career training, and other post-secondary education programs and maintain good academic standing.
The Gates Scholarship supports exceptional minority high school seniors with financial need. It covers remaining attendance costs after other aid and family contributions determined by FAFSA. Eligible ethnicities are African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic.
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is currently accepting applications for college scholarships aimed at high school students who show dedication to leadership, service, and positive impact through their actions. If you’re a high school senior, you can apply for a $20,000 college scholarship from them.
The Jackie Robinson Foundation, started by Rachel Robinson to honor her husband, supports minority students in pursuing college education. This scholarship provides about 60 financially needy high school graduates with a yearly scholarship for four years at U.S. universities or colleges. The winners will be awarded $30,000 split amongst the serval chosen. They also receive mentoring, leadership training, job placement help, and engage in community service.
The Edward Hosharian Foundation Scholarship is open to full-time students majoring in music performance or composition at an Accredited 4-year College or University in the United States of America (Community Colleges do not qualify) who are of Armenian descent and entering sophomore status or above. In addition to a completed application, applicants should submit a personal statement, official transcripts (mailed directly by institution), two letters of recommendation from instructors or advisors (emailed or mailed directly from instructors/advisors). Performance majors should also submit a YouTube link of a performance or self-made video. Composition majors should also email two scores of compositions (PDFs) along with recordings or mockups of the scores (MP3s or links only). One scholarship of $5,000 will be awarded.
Getting into college is a huge achievement. The Scholarship America Dream Award is designed to help you keep moving toward your degree, by providing awards that stay with you. Students who have completed at least a year of college can earn Dream Award scholarships of up to $10,000 per year, renewable for up to three years. We believe in tearing down the barriers to a college degree — and that’s why the Dream Award is a scholarship open to all. Your ethnicity, family history, school access, gender, sexual orientation or immigration status should not be an impediment to attending college and pursuing your dreams. Our Dream Award Scholars have overcome incredible challenges ranging from family tragedies to physical struggles to systematic inequities. We are proud to support their educational dreams!
This $1,000 scholarship is available to current college/university students enrolled in a bachelor or graduate degree program with a major in Environmental Science, Botany, Urban or Regional Planning, Conservation, or Forestry. Another $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a high school senior entering a college/university.
The Environmental College Scholarship presented by the Cumberland County Conservation District is open to Cumberland County high school graduates enrolled in an envronmental-related field. There are $5,000 in Scholarships avialable.
The Nursing Foundation of Pennsylvania (NFP) is pleased to announce its annual Scholarship Program. Since 1995, NFP has distributed scholarships to students for nursing education and nursing research grants. We look forward to continuing these efforts. Nursing students at all levels of study are eligible to apply, providing they are matriculated in an accredited nursing school in Pennsylvania for the upcoming fall semester. This includes students in their final year of high school who plan to pursue a nursing degree, as well as students currently pursuing their BSN, MSN and doctorate. Applicants must be able to verify a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and additional consideration will be given to students demonstrating financial need.
Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants. HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training. HSF also awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students.
