SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES
Find more opportunities at: https://gearup.wa.gov/educators/scholarships and our list of scholarship search engines and databases.
BigFuture Scholarships. All juniors: Make yourself eligible for $500 and $40,000 scholarships each month. Earn entries in monthly drawings for scholarships by completing steps to plan for college.
Point Foundation: College Scholarships for LGBT Students
For HS seniors. No citizenship is required. History of leadership &/or allyship in issues that affect the LGBT/Queer community. Must plan to continue this leadership/allyship in the future. No specific GPA but seeking candidates w/ high academic performance.
Scholarship, Brief Description, and Due Date
1/18
($2,500-$20,000) - APIA Scholars provides scholarships to underserved APIA students with a particular focus on those who: Live at or below the poverty level or are otherwise of low socioeconomic status; Are the first in their families to attend college; Are representative of the APIA community's diversity (geographically and ethnically), especially those ethnicities that have been underrepresented on college campuses due to limited access and opportunity; and have placed a strong emphasis on community service, leadership, and solid academic achievement.
1/19
The Hamilton Award recognizes outstanding HS juniors for their academic, personal, and service achievements. It selects students for the Hamilton Leaders Academy – a three-year, no-student-cost program that helps students get into college, transition to college, succeed in college, and transition to the post-college world.
1/25
DO-IT Scholars are Washington State HS students with disabilities planning to continue their education after graduation. Scholars prepare for their transition to college—which includes exploring careers, independence, self-advocacy, and leadership. Open to HS sophomores or juniors.
1/30
USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
Scholarships are awarded annually and must be used at one of 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. Each award provides full tuition and room and board for the scholarship term. The scholarship may be renewed each year.
1/31
Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth
($2,000-$4,000) – For youth in foster care to continue their education and earn a college degree.
1/31
For HS seniors attending eligible high schools and planning to enroll in a WA state college or university. The scholarship is renewable, and it is available in amounts up to $5,000 per academic year. In addition to the scholarship, scholars receive guidance regarding career, financial aid, and networking opportunities with CSF alums and scholarship donors to ensure students graduate with a four-year degree and succeed in life.
1/31
The American Legion National HS Oratorical Contest Scholarship
It aims to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Washington State will award $5,000 in scholarships to the top 4 finishers.
1/31
Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship
Selected applicants for the Navy ROTC Scholarship Program are awarded scholarships through a highly competitive national selection process and receive full tuition, books stipend, educational fees, and other financial benefits at many of the country's leading colleges and universities. Upon graduation, midshipmen are commissioned as officers in the unrestricted line Naval Reserve or Marine Corps Reserve.
1/31
This essay contest is for K12 students – in grades 3 thru 12 (ages 8-18). To apply, applicants must write an original essay on an engineering topic.
2/1
John F. & Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship Fund for Art Education
($500-$5,000) - For students ages 18 -35 pursuing a profession in visual arts & be skilled & devoted to the classical or conservative tradition.
2/1
($2,500-$25,000) - This award is available for U.S. high school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited two- or four-year college or university for the upcoming school year. Students must submit a detailed essay that describes one outstanding, a non-academic achievement they have accomplished.
2/1
For HS seniors who plan to attend a 2- or 4-year college or university. Must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage, have a min. 3.0 GPA, and be a legal resident.
2/5
Gordon A. Rich Memorial Scholarship
($12,500) - The recipients of GAR scholarships are exceptionally qualified high school students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry.
2/16
The Christophers’ Poster Contest
Open to 9-12 graders. Create an original poster that interprets the theme "You Can Make a Difference” & illustrates the idea that one person can change the world for the better. $100-$1,000.
2/16
Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $20,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs.
One award of $10,000 and two $5,000 will be given. Entries may only be sent by students graduating from high school in SPRING 2023.
2/20
Indian Health Services Scholarships
Scholarships for qualified American Indian and Alaska Native students who plan to enter or are pursuing degrees in the health profession.
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