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August
Travel Photography and Savings Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Currently accepted, or enrolled, in college.
Asian American/Pacific Islander Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $750
Target Student: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident. Asian American or Pacific Islander.
First-Generation College Student Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident. Must be a first-generation college student.
Typical Deadline: August
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000 - $15,000 per year
Target Student: U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident card), or individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA).
Psychology Matters No-Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.
WiseGeek Disability Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 2
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Students with mental or physical disabilities
Typical Deadline: August 8
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: Up to $3,000
Target Student: This leadership development opportunity is open to undocumented, DACA, and mixed-immigration status students.
Future Leaders in Tech Scholarship
Typical Deadline: August 20
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $20,000
Target Student: Student from a disadvantaged background who is interested in studying computer science. Undocumented students, DACA students, and Dreamers accepted.
Typical Deadline: August 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: To apply, you must have primary physical custody of one or more minor children, be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate at an accredited college or university, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or be a first-semester student
September
Typical Deadline: September 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
Typical Deadline: September 10
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: Full tuition
Target Student: US Citizens who have unweighted GPA of a 3.7 or higher. Candidates have displayed strong evidence of leadership, involvement in extracurriculars and community service.
Typical Deadline: September 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full Scholarship (conditions apply)
Target Student: Pell-eligible minority who is in the top 10% of their graduating class. Demonstrates leadership and personal success skills.
Catching the Dream for American Indian Students
Typical Deadline: September 15
Application Grade: Senior or enrolled in a college or university
Amount: Up to $5,000
Target Student: Students must be 1/4 or more degree American Indian, and be an enrolled member of a U.S. tribe.
Small Business Marketing Scholarship
Typical Deadline: September 18
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled in a 2 or 4 year undergraduate program
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
WiseGeek Recent Immigrants Scholarship
Typical Deadline: September 21
Application Grade:
Amount: $500
Target Student: Students who have immigrated to the US on or after January 1, 2010. U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident.
KFC REACH Educational Grant Program
Typical Deadline: September 24
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: KFC employee, minimum of 2.5 GPA.
Typical Deadline: September 27
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full Cost of Tuition
Target Student: Demonstrate leadership in extracurricular activities. Be in the top 5% of their graduating class and have at least a 1340 on the SAT or a 29 on the ACT (SAT and ACT submission not required for class of 2021). Only applicable to Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University.
QuestBridge National College Match
Typical Deadline: September 29
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full Four Year Cost
Target Student: Top 5-10% of class, family income less than $65,000. Open to undocumented and DACA students.
Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: September 30
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $500 - $1,500
Target Student: Any. Complete an essay on the importance of ethics and integrity in our community.
Marketing Certified Social Media Scholarship
Typical Deadline: September 30
Application Grade: Ages 16 through 25
Amount: $300
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Like Facebook Page. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: September 30
Application Grade: Must be at least 17 years old
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or legal resident. Three sentence essay required.
Typical Deadline: September 30
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior (at least 13 years old)
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Legal resident. Written response required.
The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant
Typical Deadline: September 30
Application Grade: Must be at least 18 years old
Amount: $10,500 - $13,000
Target Student: Must be studying painting, drawing, sculpture, or printmaking.
Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women
Typical Deadline: (Quarterly) January 1, March 31, June 30, and September 30
Application Grade: Senior or current college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Female. Committed to maintaining personal wellness
October
Typical Deadline: October 1
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: $20,000 private pilot license or $5,000 flight training
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident. Involved in community service and extracurricular activities. Written essay.
Michael E. Weintraub Esq. Grant
Typical Deadline: October 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required.
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 1 (priority deadline); December 31 (regular deadline)
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full tuition
Target Student: Five year active duty obligation
Lounge Lizard Web Design Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 3
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Open to students attending or accepted to an accredited school.
Typical Deadline: October 4
Application Grade: Senior, Recent High School Graduates, Current Undergraduate
Amount: Funding for Four Year Degree at Partner Schools
Target Student: Strong academic record. Open to undocumented and DACA students.
Typical Deadline: October 8
Application Grade: Senior and all post-secondary students
Amount: $500
Target Student: Good character determined by submitted essay.
Typical Deadline: October 12
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $4,000
Target Student: Must plan to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies in an aerospace field.
Typical Deadline: October 14 (summer cycle)
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Must be pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by ISN. Minimum 3.4 GPA. Must be 18 years or older.
Branson Shows Inspired Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 15
Application Grade: Junior or Senior, or 16-19 years of age
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Must plan on enrolling in college upon graduation. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: October 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be female. Recommended by and receives the vote of a local P.E.O. chapter.
American Muscle Automotive Scholarships
Typical Deadline: October 15 (spring applicants) or June 15 (fall applicants)
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled college students
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Must plan to pursue an automotive themed major.
American Trucks Student Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 15 (spring applicants) or June 15 (fall applicants)
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled college students (vocational or technical)
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Must plan to pursue a program in construction management or in the traditional trades (e.g. carpentry, HVAC, electrical or related fields of study) at an accredited school.
Colgate "Haz La U" Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Multiple awards up to $15,000
Target Student: Must be of Hispanic Heritage, minimum 3.0 GPA (unweighted) and plan to attend an accredited higher education institution. DACA eligible.
Typical Deadline: October 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Must be pursuing a career in computer science, applied mathematics, or any field related to STEM.
Annual Prevounce Preventive Health Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: October 15
Application Grade: Senior/undergraduate student or graduate student
Amount: Undergraduate - $1,500. Graduate - $2,500
Target Student: Must be pursuing a career in healthcare.
National Young Arts Foundation Award/Program
Typical Deadline: October 16
Application Grade: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior, and or 15-18 years of age
Amount: Up to $10,000
Target Student: Any from many disciplines of art (Writing, Voice, Dance, Film, etc.). $35 nonrefundable application fee.
Typical Deadline: October 19
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000 - $10,000
Target Student: Student athlete in school sponsored sport. Demonstrated school/community leadership. Minimum GPA 3.0. DACA Eligible.
Typical Deadline: October 27
Application Grade: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $6,000 - $10,000 towards Seton Hall University ($1000 - $2,500 Cash Prize)
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Submit original business idea, product or service you would like to create or have already created.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $20,000
Target Student: Leaders that are passionate, service-oriented, and demonstrate a sustained commitment to bettering their community and planning to attend a post secondary institution.
Typical Deadline: October 31
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior
Amount: $30,000 for winner. $1,000 - $16,000 for other places
Target Student: Any. Audio recording answering a prompt.
Buggin' for Success Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Must be enrolled or accepted into an accredited undergraduate program in the U.S.
Scaredy Cat Scholarship Contest
Typical Deadline: October 31
Application Grade: Age 13 and older. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Any.
Typical Deadline: October 31
Application Grade: Sixth through Eighth
Amount: $55,000 (awards) for winner. $500 for state winners
Target Student: Any. Writing of an essay to answer a prompt.
Typical Deadline: October through June (varies depending on the scholarship)
Application Grade: Student seeking an MBA
Amount: Varies (Multiple scholarships available)
Target Student: MBA Seeking students. Multiple scholarships available.
November
Typical Deadline: November 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Female, Any combination of leadership, academics, extracurricular activities or community service. GPA 3.0-4.0. Need recommendation from PEO member.
Typical Deadline: November 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
Desert Financial - 2021 Arizona Breaking Barriers Student Athlete Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $3,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Current Athlete and plans to attend an Arizona college or university.
Arash Hadipour Niktarash Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Any. Undocumented and DACA students are eligible
Typical Deadline: November 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Essay required. Must be a citizen or a legal resident of the United States.
Cross & Smith Offering Annual $1,000 College Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 2
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Must intend to pursue a degree in law. Essay required.
Levine Law Annual College Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 2
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $1,250 (multiple scholarships available)
Target Student: Any. Essay required.
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing
Typical Deadline: November 5
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: "Techie" student who self identifies as women, genderqueer, or non-binary.
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
Typical Deadline: November 5
Application Grade: Senior or Currently in Community College
Amount: $1,000 (or more depending award recognition)
Target Student: One who has conducted a volunteer service activity within the past year.
National Security Language Initiative for Youth
Typical Deadline: November 5
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Full scholarship to study abroad
Target Student: Immerse yourself in Arabic, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Mandarin, Persian (Tajik), Russian, or Turkish for a summer or an academic year while living with a host family.
Reel Milk Moments Video Contest
Typical Deadline: November 7
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $8,000
Target Student: Arizona Resident planning on attending college in Arizona. Video required.
Arizona School Counselors Association (ASCA) High School Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 12
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000 (x3)
Target Student: Arizona Resident planning on attending a postsecondary institution.
Typical Deadline: November 14
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Must be of Hispanic heritage. Must be U.S. citizen. Minimum 3.0 GPA. DACA eligible.
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000 - $12,500/year
Target Student: Any U.S. Citizen pursuing a four-year degree.
Helmer, Conley & Kasselman Annual College Scholarship
Typical Deadline: November 15
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled in college
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must intend to pursue a degree in law leading to bar eligibility and a license to practice law.
Emory University Scholars Program
Typical Deadline: November 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Partial to Full merit-based scholarships
Target Student: Attending Emory University in Atlanta, GA.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: November 18
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $55,000/year
Target Student: Exceptional academic ability and achievement, financial need, persistence, service to others, and leadership. Open to undocumented and DACA students.
$300 - $1000 Scholarship for 2021 Hosted by WoWPencils.com
Typical Deadline: November 21
Application Grade: 6th through 8th, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior.
Amount: $300 - $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
Seattle University's Sullivan Leadership Award
Typical Deadline: November 30
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full tuition, room and board
Target Student: Academic excellence, service/leadership, community involvement, and global engagement. Essay required and leadership resume.
Typical Deadline: Nov 30
Application Grade: Senior, or currently enrolled college student
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Dynamic, passionate, hard-working student in high school, college, university, or trade school, create a 2-4 minute video explaining why you think education is the key to a brighter future, and how you can shape society. DACA Eligible
Typical Deadline: Nov 30
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500 (4 yr renewable)
Target Student: The student must be enrolled at an accredited college, university or trade school. No major or trade requirements. All students are welcome. DACA Eligible
December
American Quarter Horse Foundation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varying dollar amounts
Target Student: Scholarships are open to students who are AQHA or AQHYA members.
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: 7th and 8th. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $1000 to $5000
Target Student: Essays submitted through an FRA member or the Phoenix FRA branch. Awards given for national,1st, 2nd, or 3rd place.
Boston University Trustee Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: BU tuition and fees for 1 yr (renewable).
Target Student: Student must apply to Boston University and write an essay.
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $20,000
Target Student: Any student who has attended a college readiness program, such as AVID.
Hermann & Hermann Innovation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Junior and Senior
Amount: $1000-$2500
Target Student: Any student writing an essay about the topic and an essay nominating a favorite teacher.
WiseGeek Cosmetology No-Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident currently enrolled or planning on enrolling in cosmetology school.
WiseGeek Nursing No-Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident who has plans to study nursing.
WiseGeek Community Service No-Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident who has an outstanding record of community service.
WiseGeek Law No-Essay Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident who has plans to study law
JL Cochran Memorial Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student writing an essay about the topic. Need proof of college acceptance.
Remote DBA Experts to Students Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student who is interested in a data-focused or data science career. Essay is required.
Washington & Lee Johnson Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: tuition, room and board, +$7000 for summer experiences
Target Student: Any student with financial need. Essay is required.
Working: Now and Then Undergraduate Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Currently attending or accepted to an accredited college or university
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Considering a career in employment law. Essay is required.
National Alumni Scholarships (Drake University)
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full tuition to Drake University
Target Student: Admitted to Drake University of submitted a complete Drake University application. ACT composite of 31 or SAT combined score of 1390. Rank in top five percent and/or have a minimum 3.8 GPA.
Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Ages 15 to 18 1/2. Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
Amount: Full scholarship to study abroad in Germany.
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. If interested in the program please reach out to your counselor or a career center specialist for them to recommend you.
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Pursuing a degree in business, science, technology, engineering, arts or mathematics with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Typical Deadline: December 2
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500-$2000
Target Student: Any student interested in writing an essay on innovative technologies.
Typical Deadline: December 3
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Any student accepted into a college or university. Video is required.
DACA eligible.
Advanced Prevention Lawsuit Legal Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 5
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student desiring a 4 year degree to use to service the community. Video is required.
PixelPlex Bi-Annual Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 5
Application Grade: Enrolled, or accepted with plans to attend, a college or university
Amount: $2000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident. Field of study must be related to STEM, economics, or business. Essay required.
Montana State University Presidential Scholarships
Typical Deadline: December 6
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full Tuition
Target Student: Attending Montana State University. Minimum 3.75 GPA. ACT score of at least 30 or SAT score of at least 1360.
National Honor Society Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $3,200 to $25,000
Target Student: Given to outstanding NHS students.
Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study
Typical Deadline: December 8
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Full Scholarship to study abroad
Target Student: American high school student interested in living and studying in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, or the Balkans.
Military Child of the Year Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 7
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior, and or ages 13 thru 18
Amount: $10,000 + Laptop
Target Students: A student from a military family with a creative solution to address a local, regional, or global challenge.
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 9
Application Grade: K-8th. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior, and or ages 5 to 25
Amount: $5000 + $5000 to hunger-related charity
Target Student: Any student who can provide a solution and mobilize youth to help solve the problem of eliminating hunger in the U.S.
Science Ambassador Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 9
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full tuition
Target Student: Any female student planning on a STEM major. Video required. DACA Eligible.
SunTec Auto Glass Yearly Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 15
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled college student
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Completion of an essay.
Typical Deadline: December 15th
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Any student who enjoys playing the game, Final Fantasy. Brief essay required.
Typical Deadline: December 15 or the first 50,000 applications
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000 to $50,000
Target Student: Any student who meet the criteria for the general track or is an employee of Burger King.
Responsible Pest Control Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 15
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student willing to write an essay on scorpions.
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 15 or until 10,000 applications are accepted.
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500, $10,000, or $25,000
Target Student: Demonstrate courage, strength and wisdom as shown by community impact through volunteer service
Typical Date: December 16
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: We are looking for students who have experienced challenges that may have prevented them from reflecting well on paper (GPA, Test Scores, Etc…), but have the drive to succeed.
Typical Deadline: December 21
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $465
Target Student: Any student who is Asian or Pacific Islander and preparing their DACA papers. Soon to be DACA eligible.
Typical Deadline: December 22
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Program is designed for travel to the Caribbean and South America in the summer.
Phoenix Chapter National Alliance of African American Athletes Scholars Program
Typical Deadline: December 24
Application Grade: 7th, 8th, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Male student athlete with some African American Heritage. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Good athlete. Past community service or willing to do some in the future.
National Debt Relief Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student pursuing a STEM major. An essay, video, or infographic is required.
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior or 18 years old
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Accepted into a college. Essay is required.
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Currently enrolled in college or Graduating Senior
Amount: $1,000 (Two available)
Target Student: Accepted into a research position in biology or medical-related lab. Minimum 3.4 GPA. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Female high school students who are planning to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math.
Atlanta Innovative Medicine Annual Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay required
Arizona Injury Law Group Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay required
Abogados de Accidentes Ahora Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Essay required
The Pacific Bay Recovery Scholarship
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior - at least 18 years of age
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Must show proof of acceptance from a university or community college. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: To apply, you must have primary physical custody of one or more minor children, be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate at an accredited college or university, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or be a first-semester student
Typical Deadline: December 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Essay required
January
American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Contest
Typical Deadline: January 1
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $2,000 (first round pick) $15,000 - 20,000 (1st, 2nd, 3rd place)
Target Student: US Resident. Oration on an aspect of the U.S. Constitution.
Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women
Typical Deadline: (Quarterly) January 1, March 31, June 30, and September 30
Application Grade: Senior or college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Female. Committed to maintaining personal wellness
Typical Deadline: January 1
Application Grade: Senior planning to attend Ursinus College
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Scholarship applications are due with the student's college application.
Typical Deadline: January 1
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
Target Student: Essay required on how you demonstrate school spirit.
Washington University in St. Louis/Danforth Scholars Program
Typical Deadline: January 2
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Half to full tuition
Target Student: Submitted application to Washington University in St. Louis. Complete an essay.
Typical Deadline: January 3
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $20,000
Target Student: Any student athlete with exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 6
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $40,000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Demonstrates attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship.
Typical Deadline: January7
Application Grade: Junior
Amount: All expenses paid to participate in the Aspen Ideas Festival and workshops
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or DACA status. Be a Junior at time of application. Be enrolled or have taken AP, IB, or college-level courses.
Baird Foundation Scholarship at The University of Arizona
Typical Deadline: January 10
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $12,500/yr up to 4 years
Target Student: Admitted to University of Arizona. U.S. citizen. Minimum GPA of 3.75.
ASU Leadership Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: January 11
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $10,000/annually
Target Student: Minimum 3.25 GPA. Actively participated in school and community organizations and events. Served in leadership roles. Each High School may submit only one nomination. See your Student Adviser or Career Center Specialist for more details.
Mesa Student Citizens of The Year
Typical Deadline: January 11
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: MPS student. Minimum of 150 community service hours recorded on transcript.
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Typical Deadline: January 14
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Up to $10,000
Target Student: Essay required
Ithaca College Park Scholar Program
Typical Deadline: January 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full Tuition
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Apply to Ithaca College by Jan 2, 2020. Strong character and leadership.
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500-$5,000
Target Student: Any senior who is planning a career in government service.
Typical Deadline: January 15 (fall cycle)
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Must be pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by ISN. Minimum 3.4 GPA. Must be 18 years or older.
Safe for All: Florida Visitors Roadway Safety Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000 (paid directly to the intended college or university)
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Essay required
Typical Deadline: January 15
Application Grade: Junior
Amount: 4 year full tuition and expenses
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Distinguished academic record and interest in public policy.
Diversity Advancement Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 16
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $20,000
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Minority student. Architect Major. Minimum 3.0 GPA
Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Students: Any student with a learning disability or ADHD who will be attending a 2 year community college.
Typical Deadline: January 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $10,000
Target Student: Any student with a learning disability or ADHD who will be enrolling in a 4 year Bachelor’s degree program.
Typical Deadline: January 20
Application Grade: 6th-8th & Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Up to $5,000
Target Student: Complete a 5-6 minute documentary regarding a prompt.
Phoenix Chinese Week Scholarship
Typical Deadline: January 23
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $750 (3 scholarships)
Target Student: Arizona resident. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Involved in the Chinese community.
Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
Typical Deadline: January 24
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Applicants must be students of accredited high schools who have graduated or will graduate in the school year 2021 - 2022. Additionally, applying students must have a GPA of at least three points (3.0) on a four-point scale.
United States JCI Senate Foundation
Typical Deadline: January 24
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Graduating senior must be planning to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools.
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: January 25
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $10,000 (up to 100 awards will be granted)
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Currently enrolled or have completed advanced placement computer science courses. Planning to major in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or other related field of study. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Norwich University - JROTC Leadership Award
Typical Deadline: January 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $4,000/year
Target Student: Apply and enrolled at Norwich University. Senior must be participating in a JROTC program and be nominated.
February
Typical Deadline: February 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $5,000/year
Target Student: Minimum 3.2 GPA, enrolled in a Mesa Public Schools high school, demonstrated financial need, accepted at an Arizona college or university or Brigham Young University. Please submit your completed application to your counselor or career center specialist.
Typical Deadline: February 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $28,000
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Minority student. Demonstrate a dedication to community service, show leadership potential and evidence of financial need. Minimum SAT score of 1,000 or ACT score of 21.
Nikhil Desai "Perspective" Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: First-generation Americans or first-generation college students will be preferred, but not required.
ASU Latino Partnership Scholarship-Tomas Espinoza/CPLC Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Must file FAFSA by ASU priority deadline. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
McDonald's HACER National Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 3
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Minimum 2.8 GPA. Legal U.S. Resident. At least one parent of Hispanic heritage.
Typical Deadline: February 4
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000
Target Student: Students who are committed to service to others. Complete and submit an essay.
Arizona CPA Foundation for Education and Innovation Accounting Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 4
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Senior planning to enroll in an Arizona university or community college as a full time student in fall 2020 majoring in accounting.
Dorrance Foundation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 9
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $12,000 per year
Target Student: AZ resident. First generation college student. Minimum 3.0 GPA and a SAT score of 1100 or ACT score of 22. Admitted to ASU, UofA or NAU. Must successfully complete the Dorrance Summer Bridge Program in Flagstaff.
Elks National Foundation Legacy Award
Typical Deadline: February 7
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $4,000
Target Student: Children or grandchildren of dues-paying living Elks.
Spotlight on Leadership Award
This scholarship will not be offered in 2022.
Typical Deadline:
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Future Leader. Essay required that shares experience about being a leader.
Typical Deadline: February 14
Application Grade: Senior
Amount $1,000
Target Student: Any student with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Daughters of the American Revolution
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Senior or current college student
Amount: Varies
Target Student: US Citizen. 1000 word essay with career objectives. Multiple scholarships available. See website.
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Senior or current college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: High School student that plans to attend university. The scholarship is geared towards students who plan to attend medical school in the future.
Sparkling Ice Flavorful Futures Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5000
Target Student: Any student with a 2.5 GPA or above. Video required.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500 - $5,000
Target Student: Must be of Hispanic Heritage. Minimum 3.0 GPA. U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, DACA, or eligible non-citizen (as defined by FAFSA).
Sybil B. Harrington Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Senior or current college student
Amount:
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Resident of Maricopa County. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Pursuing 12 or more credit hours in a health care related career. Planning to attend, or currently attending, a college or university in Maricopa County.
Typical Deadline: February 15
Application Grade: Junior (Graduation in 2022)
Amount: Free summer program - FREE laptop, college course credit and more
Target Student: First generation student, minimum 3.0 GPA, low income household. Involved in school and community. Teacher recommendations required.
East Valley Women's League Scholarship
Typical Deadline: February 22
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $10,000 awarded over 4 years
Target Student: Female applicant from the East Valley, who exhibits service to the community, participation in extracurricular activities, demonstrates financial need and is in the “academic middle”.
The National Scholarship (TheDream.us)
Typical Deadline: February 28
Application Grade: Senior or High School graduate
Amount: Up to $29,000 for a bachelor's degree (additional stipends available)
Target Student: Minimum GPA of 2.5. TheDream.US has adopted new immigration eligibility criteria. You are now eligible to apply if you came to the country before November 1, 2015.
The Phoenix Metropolitan Alumnae Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: February 28
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: See website
Target Student: AZ resident. Be of African American/Black heritage or descent. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
March
Typical Deadline: March through May (Varies)
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varies (90+ Scholarships available)
Target Student: Any, including undocumented and DACA students.
American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000 (x15)
Target Student: Daughter, Son, Granddaughter, Grandson of a veteran (conditions apply). 50 hours of community service completed in high school.
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior or incoming transfer student
Amount: Up to $15,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be selected as a New American University Merit Scholar and admitted to Barrett Honors College. Enrolled in STEM or Music programs at ASU.
Central Arizona Tall Society Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $250
Target Student: Height requirements of 5’ 10” for Women and 6’ 2” for men.
Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars Program
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior or ages 18-25 (other criteria may be met)
Amount: $2,500 to $10,000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen and resident of Arizona. Demonstrates financial need and have applied to ASU before applying for scholarship.
Project Yellow Light Scholarships
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: $2,000 to $8,000
Target Student: Create a video ad, a radio spot, or a design for a billboard ad to encourage safe driving.
Typical Deadline: March 2
Application Grade: Current Senior
Amount: See website for details
Target Student: In need of financial assistance. Judged on: community and school involvement and future goals.
Operation Thank an Officer Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Pursuing a career in law enforcement
Microsoft Disability Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $5,000/year
Target Student: Declare an approved major in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, law, business, or a related field (e.g. paralegal, pre-law, finance, business administration, or marketing). Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior; Ages 18-25
Amount:
Target Student: Must meet one of the following: Adults who have (a) dependent(s) in their household, adults with a physical disability, adults who have experienced foster care or been disconnected from their parents or primary caregiver and are responsible for their own financial support. Must be a U.S. citizen and a resident of Arizona.
ASU Pathways for the Future Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $3,000 - $6,000
Target Student: Eligible degrees are within Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the W.P. Carey School of Business, or The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Education Forward Arizona Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 4
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $3,000/semester
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA and a be involved in one of these College Access Partners.
The Phoenix Chapter of The Links, Inc. Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 12
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Exhibits respect and demonstrates ambition.
Typical Deadline: March 12
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $650
Target Student: Chinese descent. Involved in school and community. Academic Achievement is a factor. For more information, please see your Career Center and/or Counseling department.
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Junior
Amount: $10,000
Target Student: $55,000 or less adjusted gross family income, involved in co-curricular and community service activities and minimum GPA of 2.0
Rochester Institute of Technology - National Technical Institute For The Deaf
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Sophomores and Juniors
Amount: $500 (4 winners)
Target Student: Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Digital Arts, Film & Animation Scholarship
Rochester Institute of Technology - National Technical Institute For The Deaf
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
Amount: $250
(winner for each category - Web Design, Graphic Media, Film, 3D Animation, Interactive Media, Photo Imaging.)
Target Student: Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
Krystal Ebel Memorial Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Pursuing a career in the medical field. For Dobson students only. See Counseling Department for an application.
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Pursing education as a major.
Panfilo H. Contreras Honorary Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Hispanic or Native American.
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required.
Optimist International Essay Contest
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Under 19 years old. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Up to $2,500
Target Student: Essay required.
Typical Deadline: March 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Accepted into a U.S. Business School. Essay required.
Armstrong Family Foundation Scholarship - ASU
Typical Deadline: March 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $8,000/year
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Arizona Resident and an orphan, ward of the court, living with extended family, in foster care or an independent student without financial support. Attending ASU.
Charles and Christine Michaels Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 19
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Minimum 2.75 GPA. Attending ASU and an Arizona resident.
ASU Pioneer Heritage Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 20
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Active member of LDS Church, active with campus-based LDS Institute, while attending ASU and demonstrated school and community leadership. Scholarship awards can be deferred due to church mission service.
Red Mountain Academic Booster Club Merit Award
Typical Deadline: March 20
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Planning to attend a college or university in 2020. Essay required. Red Mountain students only.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program
Typical Deadline: March 23
Application Grade: Seventh (five-year, pre-college scholarship)
Amount:
Target Student: High performing 7th grade students with financial need.
ASU Pioneer Heritage Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 24
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Scholarships can be deferred due to church mission service.
Design A Better Future Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 28
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $10,000 (x5)
Target Student:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Delta Beta Omega Chapter)
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000 to $3,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. African American Women
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $1,000 (x5)
Target Student: Must be a member, or become a member, of Credit Union West
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Senior or first year community college student in Maricopa County
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Majoring in a field related to social services.
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Senior or an undergraduate college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. U.S. Citizen. Create a short video answering one of the provided questions.
Delta Beta Omega's Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Interested in careers in education. Essay required.
Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Central
Typical Deadline: March 31
Application Grade: Varies - Multiple scholarships available
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Thinking about an automotive aftermarket career.
Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women
Typical Deadline: (Quarterly) January 1, March 31, June 30, and September 30
Application Grade: Senior or current college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Female. Committed to maintaining personal wellness
April
Driver Education Initiative Award
Typical Deadline: April 1
Application Grade: Currently enrolled in high school
Amount: $3,000
Target Student: Any. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: April 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Plan on pursuing a STEM degree. Westwood students only. DACA eligible.
Mental Health Movement Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 1
Application Grade:
Amount: Up to $3,300
Target Student: Impacted by mental health challenges (personal or loved ones). Essay required.
Ryne Starr Zahner Memorial Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 5
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Strong leadership qualities. Committed to becoming a teacher. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Mesa High School students only. See your Student Adviser or Career Center Specialist for more details.
Prime Mailbox Women in STEM Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 5
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $675
Target Student: Female students pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, or math
Chinese American Citizens Alliance Phoenix Lodge
Typical Deadline: April 10
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $600 (x5)
Target Student: Chinese descent. Involved in school and community. Academic Achievement is a factor. See your Student Adviser or Career Center Specialist for more details.
LeRoy Neiman Centennial Art Contest
Typical Deadline: April 14
Application Grade: Ages 12-18; Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: Up to $500
Target Student: Create artwork.
Mesa Service Learning Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 15, by 4:30 PM
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Minimum 200 hours of community service (recorded on MPS transcript). U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Students pursuing a music based degree.
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Enrolled or accepted in a college or university
Amount: $350
Target Student: Must be pursuing studies in graduate and post graduate.
Horatio Alger Association - Career and Technical Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $2,500
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Demonstrates financial need, applicants must be Pell Grant eligible, perseverance in overcoming adversity and enrolled in a 2 year or less career or technical degree/certificate program in fall 2020
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Eighth, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: Up to $7,500
Target Student: Any. Complete an essay answering a prompt.
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Any student who plans to pursue a degree in agriculture.
Graybar Construction Trades Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 15
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Any student who intends to complete an associate degree, pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, or certificate program leading to work in the construction trades. Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay required.
Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation (Multiple Scholarships)
Typical Deadline: April 16
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: Varies
Target Student: Fall applicants to the Maricopa Community College District. Open to undocumented and DACA students.
Typical Deadline: April 16 (winter cycle)
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Must be pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by ISN. Minimum 3.4 GPA. Must be 18 years or older.
Typical Deadline: April 18 (varies based on grade)
Application Grade: Eighth, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $50 - $2,000
Target Student: Essay on a prompt for Ayn Rand novel readers.
Student-View Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: April 18 (varies based on grade)
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500 - $4,000
Target Student: Any. Complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges. Random Drawing.
Westwood Alumni - Coach Dusty Everman Scholarship
Typical Deadline: TBD
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $8,000 ($2,000/year)
Target Student: Participated in cross country or track. Planning to attend NAU. Westwood High School students only. Please see the Compass Center Page or contact Mrs. Mason for more information
Westwood Alumni - HonorHealth Scottsdale Physican’s Medical Scholarship
Typical Deadline: TBD
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500 - $1,000
Target Student: Must be majoring in a medical related field. Westwood High School students only. Please see the Compass Center page or contact Mrs. Mason for more information.
Westwood Alumni - General Scholarship
Typical Deadline: TBD
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: A student who demonstrates the spirit of a true Warrior . Westwood High School students only. Please see the Compass Center page or contact Mrs. Mason for more information.
Sander Jennings Spread the Love Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 29
Grades: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
Chester Entrepreneur Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 30
Grades: Senior
Amount: $2500 (for 4 students)
Target Student: Any current college student or incoming freshman enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The student must be enrolled at an accredited college, university or trade school. No major or trade requirements. DACA Eligible
American Legion Auxiliary, Anna K. D. Julius Memorial Scholarship
Typical Deadline: April 30
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Daughter, Son, Granddaughter, Grandson of a veteran or active duty military. Arizona Resident. Plan to attend an Arizona college, university, technical or trade school.
American Legion Auxiliary, Mesa Unit 26
Typical Deadline: April 30
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $300 (x3)
Target Student: Daughter, Son, Granddaughter, Grandson of a veteran/active duty military. Arizona Resident. Plan to attend a college, university, technical or trade school.
Typical Deadline: April 30
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: To apply, you must have primary physical custody of one or more minor children, be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate at an accredited college or university, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or be a first-semester student.
Typical Deadline: April 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Minimum 2.5 GPA. Essay required
May
Typical Deadline: May 1 (priority deadline). Students are allowed to apply after priority deadline.
Grade: Senior (other options for GED students exist)
Amount: Up to $2,070 (AZ resident tuition and fees) for two years.
Target Student: Mesa resident. Minimum 2.0 GPA. Enrolling full-time at Mesa Community College. Demonstrates financial need (please see website for a description of financial need). DACA eligible.
Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education Scholarship.
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen (per FAFSA definitions)
WiseGeek Entrepreneurship Matters Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Students who show an entrepreneurial spirit, US citizen or permanent legal resident.
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $1000
Target Student: Any student who is making a difference in their community, showing leadership, and working on academics. Two essays are required.
CodeWizardHQ Educational Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Minimum 3.5 GPA. Priority to STEM program applicants.
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $1,000
Target Student: Video submission required
Parsons' Dreamers Scholarship Application
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Full ride to Grand Canyon University (GCU)
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship requires that students have applied for DACA, but do not have to be a DACA recipient yet. Scholarship flyer.
Maison Law Students with Injuries Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Essay required
MyImpact Challenge Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 1
Application Grade: Ages 13-19
Amount: $10,000 grand prize
Target Student: Essay and project required to be submitted by May 1
The Husband and Wife Law Team Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 5
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: 3.0 GPA, on track to graduate high school and enrolled in 2 or 4 year college. DACA Eligible.
Essay required
Typical Deadline: May 10
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Any student pursuing a degree. Essay required.
Typical Deadline: May 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Self-identified member of the LGBTQ community with a record of involvement in the LGBTQ community or dependent of self-identified LGBTQ parent. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
Law Firm Marketing Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1000 (nonrenewable)
Target Student: Applicants must be planning on attending an accredited United States college or university in 2020. This is open to high school seniors who have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Essay required
College Skateboarding Educational Foundation Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount:
Target Student: Passionate about skateboarding and have decent grades.
Typical Deadline: May 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,000 - $4,000
Target Student: Student who is dependent of active or former member of armed services or law enforcement.
Wish Foundation Phoenix Community Science Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $400
Target Student: Student interested in pursuing a career, with an aptitude for research in science, math or engineering disciplines. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Wish Foundation Phoenix Community Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $400
Target Student: Student interested in pursuing a career in higher education in any discipline. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Wish Foundation - CHEGU/Purushothaman Living Trust Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $400
Target Student: Student interested in pursuing a career in Science or Engineering with an aptitude for research, creative and scholarly activities and has shown a commitment to community service. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Wish Foundation - Herbert A. Hauptman Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $400
Target Student: Student interested in pursuing a scientific research career. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Wish Foundation - Sandhya and Balaji Family Scholarship
Typical Deadline: May 17
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $400
Target Student: Student coming from a family with an annual income at or below $45,000. Minimum 3.0 GPA.
Typical Deadline: May 21
Application Grade: Junior or Senior
Amount: Full tuition
Target Student: US Citizens who have unweighted GPA of a 3.7 or higher. Candidates have displayed strong evidence of leadership, involvement in extracurriculars and community service.
Typical Deadline: May 31
Application Grade: Junior, Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Share your journey to college on social media using the hashtag #WeBelongInCollege. Must read rules for social media posting. DACA Eligible
Typical Deadline: May 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA
June
Hope Scholarship - RMHS Only
Typical Deadline: June 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Essay required. Please see your counselor or career center specialist for more details.
Marion B. Sewer Distinguished Scholarship for Undergraduates
Typical Deadline: June 1
Application Grade: Enrolled, or accepted, to a college or university
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident. Interest in fields of biochemistry and molecular biology. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be a ASBMB member. DACA eligible.
PixelPlex Bi-Annual Scholarship
Typical Deadline: June 5
Application Grade: Enrolled, or accepted, with plans to attend, a college or university
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: U.S. Citizen or permanent resident. Field of study must be related to STEM, economics, or business. Essay required.
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Typical Deadline: June 12
Application Grade: Juniors, Seniors
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Student will need to write an essay between 500 and 1000 words on the topic listed on the website.
Horatio Alger Association - Undergraduate Scholarship
Typical Deadline: June 15
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Up to $2,500
Target Student: U.S. citizen. $55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income. Minimum 2.0 GPA.
Horatio Alger Association - Career and Technical Scholarship
Typical Deadline: June 15
Application Grade: Under the age of 30
Amount: Up to $2,500
Target Student: U.S. citizen. Demonstrates financial need and perseverance in overcoming adversity.
American Muscle Automotive Scholarships
Typical Deadline: October 15 (spring applicants) or June 15 (fall applicants)
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled college students
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Must plan to pursue an automotive themed major.
American Trucks Student Scholarship
Typical Deadline: October 15 (spring applicants) or June 15 (fall applicants)
Application Grade: Senior or currently enrolled college students (vocational or technical)
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Must plan to pursue a program in construction management or in the traditional trades (e.g. carpentry, HVAC, electrical or related fields of study) at an accredited school.
Marion B Sewer Distinguished Scholarship
Typical Deadline: June 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Students who demonstrate an interest in the fields of biochemistry and/or molecular biology and enhance the diversity of science. DACA Eligible
Desert Financial Community Service Scholarship
Typical Deadline: March 1, 2022
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $2,500 to $10,000
Target Student: Minimum 3.0 GPA and have completed at least 50 hours of community service
ACT Student Scholarship Giveaway
Typical Deadline: June 26
Application Grade: Sophomore, Junior or Senior
Amount: $5,000 Tech Package - $15,000 Scholarship
Target Student: US residents who register and complete ACT by June 25, 2020
Typical Deadline: June 30
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $1,500
Target Student: Student caregiver. Essay and a two-minute video.
Impact on the Community Scholarship
Typical Deadline: June 30
Application Grade: Senior or enrolled in a college or university
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Any. Completed essay discussing the impact you’ve made on someone or something in your community.
Typical Deadline: June 30
Application Grade: Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Amount: $5,000 (4 available)
Target Student: Students who face financial challenges in paying for their education.
The No Sweat Scholarship (Cirkled in)
Typical Deadline: June 30
Application Grade: 8th, Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Amount: $2,500
Target Student: Must be a legal U.S. resident.
Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women
Typical Deadline: (Quarterly) January 1, March 31, June 30, and September 30
Application Grade: Senior or college student
Amount: $1,000
Target Student: Female. Committed to maintaining personal wellness
July
WiseGeek LGBT+ Awareness Scholarship
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade:
Amount: $500
Target Student: Students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Study.com Scholarship for Indigenous Students
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Student must be Indigenous American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian.
Study.com STEM Scholarship for Students of Color
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Student must be African-American, Native American, Alaska Native, or Asian American & Pacific Islander descent, as well as students of Latin/Hispanic origin.
Study.com Scholarship for Asian American & Pacific Islander Students
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. This scholarship is open to Asian & Pacific Islander American students pursuing a 4-year degree.
Study.com Scholarship for Military Children
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Applicants should be a child of a current or former member of the United States military. This includes the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
Study.com Scholarship for LGBTQ Students
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. This scholarship is open to LGBTQ students.
Study.com Scholarship for Future Nurses
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Applicants should be pursuing a degree in Education related to teaching K-12 students.
Study.com Scholarship for Future Teachers
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Applicants should be pursuing a degree program in a nursing related field.
Study.com Scholarship for Homeschool Students
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. This scholarship is open to students who have been homeschooled for at least two of the past 4 years prior to enrolling in college.
Study.com Scholarship for First Generation Students
Typical Deadline: July 1
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $500
Target Student: Must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Applicants should be part of the first generation of their family (i.e., parents and grandparents did not attend a college or university) to attend a four-year college program
HIRSCH & LYON ANNUAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Typical Deadline: July 10
Application Grade: Senior or enrolled in college
Amount: $500
Target Student: Intend to pursue a degree in law. Essay Required.
Typical Deadline: July17 (spring cycle)
Application Grade: Seniors
Amount: $2,000
Target Student: Must be pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by ISN. Minimum 3.4 GPA. Must be 18 years or older.
Western Governors University (WGU) Scholarships (many)
Typical Deadline: Varies depending on scholarship
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: Varies depending on scholarship
Target Student: Must be accepted to WGU
Negretti & Associates Clayton Trovillion Memorial Scholarship
Typical Deadline: July 31
Application Grade: Senior
Amount: $1,000