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Rising Stars Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction The Rising Stars Scholarship offers financial support to undergraduate students who have demonstrated a clear improvement in their academic performance since beginning college. Each semester we select one recipient to receive a $1,000 award. The scholarship is intended to recognize and assist learners who have made a measurable turnaround in their grades—often after facing academic or personal challenges—and to help them continue toward their educational objectives. Award use and amount The scholarship provides $1,000 to a single student each semester. Funds may be applied to tuition or other college-related expenses, such as housing, textbooks, or supplies. Deadline and how...
Deadline
Mar 09, 2026
Introduction The Rising Stars Scholarship offers financial support to undergraduate students who have demonstrated a clear improvement in their academic performance since beginning college. Each semester we select one recipient to receive a $1,000 award. The scholarship is intended to recognize and assist learners who have made a measurable turnaround in their grades—often after facing academic or personal challenges—and to help them continue toward their educational objectives. Award use and amount The scholarship provides $1,000 to a single student each semester. Funds may be applied to tuition or other college-related expenses, such as housing, textbooks, or supplies. Deadline and how...
KFM Making A Difference For Autism Scholarship
$500
Making A Difference for Autism — Scholarship Details Overview Apply online for the “Making A Difference for Autism” scholarship. This program, founded by Kerry Magro, has awarded 150 scholarships over the last 11 years. If you’d like to support future recipients and join our community, please consider donating or connecting with the program. Who is eligible - Any high school student on the autism spectrum who will be enrolled in a post‑secondary program for the 2026–2027 academic year can apply. - Current college students on the autism spectrum who will be enrolled in any post‑secondary program during the 2026–2027 academic...
Deadline
Apr 26, 2026
Making A Difference for Autism — Scholarship Details

Overview
Apply online for the “Making A Difference for Autism” scholarship. This program, founded by Kerry Magro, has awarded 150 scholarships over the last 11 years. If you’d like to support future recipients and join our community, please consider donating or connecting with the program.

Who is eligible
- Any high school student on the autism spectrum who will be enrolled in a post‑secondary program for the 2026–2027 academic year can apply.
- Current college students on the autism spectrum who will be enrolled in any post‑secondary program during the 2026–2027 academic...
Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
Overview The Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship will grant a $5,000 award to a creative student who produces a fresh, compelling KNR billboard concept for an anti-distracted-driving campaign. Who may apply To qualify for the Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship applicants must: - Be residents of Ohio. - Be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college, university, or graduate program. - Hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. - Demonstrate strong character and initiative. Required materials Submit all of the following to be considered: - A completed scholarship application form. - A billboard ad design aimed at preventing...
Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Overview The Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship will grant a $5,000 award to a creative student who produces a fresh, compelling KNR billboard concept for an anti-distracted-driving campaign. Who may apply To qualify for the Robert Redick Memorial Scholarship applicants must: - Be residents of Ohio. - Be accepted to or currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college, university, or graduate program. - Hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. - Demonstrate strong character and initiative. Required materials Submit all of the following to be considered: - A completed scholarship application form. - A billboard ad design aimed at preventing...
Klenk Law Community Leadership Scholarship
$300
Klenk Law Community Leadership Scholarship Intro At Klenk Law we believe that communities thrive when residents step up to lead, educate, and serve. After years of working alongside civic-minded individuals and observing how informed, engaged citizens strengthen their neighborhoods, we created the Klenk Law Community Leadership Scholarship to support a student who shares that commitment to public-minded service and educational achievement. Scholarship overview - Total funds available: $3,000.00. - In recent years, due to the volume of outstanding applicants, the award has been split into ten individual scholarships of $300.00 each. - “Community” may be interpreted broadly — it can...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Klenk Law Community Leadership Scholarship Intro At Klenk Law we believe that communities thrive when residents step up to lead, educate, and serve. After years of working alongside civic-minded individuals and observing how informed, engaged citizens strengthen their neighborhoods, we created the Klenk Law Community Leadership Scholarship to support a student who shares that commitment to public-minded service and educational achievement. Scholarship overview - Total funds available: $3,000.00. - In recent years, due to the volume of outstanding applicants, the award has been split into ten individual scholarships of $300.00 each. - “Community” may be interpreted broadly — it can...
Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship
$3,500
Introduction The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship seeks to increase the representation of women-identifying students and students of color in music composition. The Founders Scholarship awards $3,500 to a candidate who meets the eligibility and application requirements below. Who is eligible - Intends to pursue an undergraduate degree in music. - Identifies as a woman or as a student of color. - Will be an entering college freshman and plans to enroll full-time at a U.S.-accredited institution of higher education in fall 2025. - Has a high school GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Application materials (required)...
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Introduction
The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship seeks to increase the representation of women-identifying students and students of color in music composition. The Founders Scholarship awards $3,500 to a candidate who meets the eligibility and application requirements below.

Who is eligible
- Intends to pursue an undergraduate degree in music.
- Identifies as a woman or as a student of color.
- Will be an entering college freshman and plans to enroll full-time at a U.S.-accredited institution of higher education in fall 2025.
- Has a high school GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Application materials (required)...
TRSRM Foundation Hispanic Scholarship
$2,000
Overview This opportunity is intended for Hispanic/Latinx high school seniors in the NY/NJ/CT region who are preparing to begin full-time college studies in Fall 2026. Read all instructions carefully before submitting your application. Eligibility (applicant must meet all of the following) - Current high school senior - Attending school in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut - Identify as Hispanic/Latinx - Cumulative GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale - At least 80 documented hours of community service - Intend to enroll as a full-time college student for Fall 2026 (2026–2027 academic year) Required Uploads (these documents must...
Deadline
Mar 27, 2026
Overview
This opportunity is intended for Hispanic/Latinx high school seniors in the NY/NJ/CT region who are preparing to begin full-time college studies in Fall 2026. Read all instructions carefully before submitting your application.

Eligibility (applicant must meet all of the following)
- Current high school senior
- Attending school in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut
- Identify as Hispanic/Latinx
- Cumulative GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
- At least 80 documented hours of community service
- Intend to enroll as a full-time college student for Fall 2026 (2026–2027 academic year)

Required Uploads (these documents must...
David B. Durkee Memorial Scholarship Program
$5,000
Introduction The 2026 David B. Durkee Memorial Scholarship Program will provide five one-time awards of $5,000 each. Up to one of these five scholarships may be given to an active, dues-paying member of the BCTGM. Eligibility - The program is available to BCTGM members and to the children of union members. - Applicants must satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the BCTGM International GEB and comply with the Rules and Procedures approved by the GEB. - Children of members who are currently enrolled in college or who have previously attended college are not eligible to apply. - Union members who...
Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Introduction The 2026 David B. Durkee Memorial Scholarship Program will provide five one-time awards of $5,000 each. Up to one of these five scholarships may be given to an active, dues-paying member of the BCTGM. Eligibility - The program is available to BCTGM members and to the children of union members. - Applicants must satisfy the eligibility criteria set by the BCTGM International GEB and comply with the Rules and Procedures approved by the GEB. - Children of members who are currently enrolled in college or who have previously attended college are not eligible to apply. - Union members who...
Mary Jean Borley Memorial Scholarship
$500
Intro The Mary Jean Borley Memorial Scholarship is an annual award presented by the Zanesville branch of the American Association of University Women. It supports young women from Muskingum County who intend to pursue an associate degree or higher in a field focused on the welfare of young children and their families. Scholarship amounts are determined by the selection committee and may change from year to year. Eligibility and requirements - Applicant gender: Female - County of residence: Muskingum - Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.00 - Eligible academic levels: current high school seniors; students pursuing associate or bachelor’s degrees; and those...
Deadline
Mar 16, 2026
Intro
The Mary Jean Borley Memorial Scholarship is an annual award presented by the Zanesville branch of the American Association of University Women. It supports young women from Muskingum County who intend to pursue an associate degree or higher in a field focused on the welfare of young children and their families. Scholarship amounts are determined by the selection committee and may change from year to year.

Eligibility and requirements
- Applicant gender: Female
- County of residence: Muskingum
- Minimum cumulative GPA: 3.00
- Eligible academic levels: current high school seniors; students pursuing associate or bachelor’s degrees; and those...
Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz Art Scholarship
$500
Introduction The Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz Art Endowment Fund was created in memory of Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz to support emerging visual artists. Each year the Fund awards a single scholarship to a highly qualified graduating senior from a Muskingum County high school or home school program. In addition to the monetary scholarship, the recipient will receive a copy of Dr. Dietz’s book and a sample of Ronna Bucci’s artwork. The scholarship is granted once and is not renewable. Eligibility - Open to graduating seniors from Muskingum County high schools or home school programs. - Candidates...
Deadline
Mar 16, 2026
Introduction
The Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz Art Endowment Fund was created in memory of Ronna Bucci and Dr. Charles Dietz to support emerging visual artists. Each year the Fund awards a single scholarship to a highly qualified graduating senior from a Muskingum County high school or home school program. In addition to the monetary scholarship, the recipient will receive a copy of Dr. Dietz’s book and a sample of Ronna Bucci’s artwork. The scholarship is granted once and is not renewable.

Eligibility
- Open to graduating seniors from Muskingum County high schools or home school programs.
- Candidates...
NGA Foundation Scholarships
$3,000
Intro The NGA Foundation is dedicated to promoting the independent grocery sector as a top career choice for college students and to supporting those who intend to build careers in the industry. Since 1990, NGA and its affiliates have granted more than $1 million in scholarships to help develop the next generation of grocery leaders. Eligibility & requirements Applicants must meet the following basic criteria: - Be a rising college freshman through a graduate student enrolled at a U.S. college or university. - Be enrolled at the time funds are disbursed (fall semester). - Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of...
Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Intro
The NGA Foundation is dedicated to promoting the independent grocery sector as a top career choice for college students and to supporting those who intend to build careers in the industry. Since 1990, NGA and its affiliates have granted more than $1 million in scholarships to help develop the next generation of grocery leaders.

Eligibility & requirements
Applicants must meet the following basic criteria:
- Be a rising college freshman through a graduate student enrolled at a U.S. college or university.
- Be enrolled at the time funds are disbursed (fall semester).
- Hold a minimum cumulative GPA of...
NLHA Education Fund
$3,500
About the NLHA Education Fund The NLHA Education Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to raise money for education grants and scholarships. Its purpose is to support low-income people who live in federally assisted rental housing that is owned, managed, or administered by members of the National Leased Housing Association (NLHA). The National Leased Housing Association itself is a nonprofit organization committed to the creation, preservation, and stewardship of safe, decent, affordable rental housing. Who may apply Applicants must be low-income residents of privately owned, federally assisted rental housing (for example, properties assisted through Section 8 or low-income housing...
Deadline
Mar 13, 2026
About the NLHA Education Fund
The NLHA Education Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to raise money for education grants and scholarships. Its purpose is to support low-income people who live in federally assisted rental housing that is owned, managed, or administered by members of the National Leased Housing Association (NLHA). The National Leased Housing Association itself is a nonprofit organization committed to the creation, preservation, and stewardship of safe, decent, affordable rental housing.

Who may apply
Applicants must be low-income residents of privately owned, federally assisted rental housing (for example, properties assisted through Section 8 or low-income housing...
Ohio Agricultural Council Scholarships
$1,500
Every year, the Ohio Agricultural Council (OAC) provides scholarships to support students who are interested in pursuing a career in agriculture or a related field. These scholarships are open to high school seniors who are about to start college and to undergraduate students who are already enrolled in college. The applicant or their parent or legal guardian must be a resident of Ohio.The application process for the 2024-25 academic year will commence in the fall of 2024. All completed applications must be submitted to the Ohio Agricultural Council by February 15, 2024.The OAC's scholarship program is designed to support students...
Deadline
Apr 01, 2026
Every year, the Ohio Agricultural Council (OAC) provides scholarships to support students who are interested in pursuing a career in agriculture or a related field. These scholarships are open to high school seniors who are about to start college and to undergraduate students who are already enrolled in college. The applicant or their parent or legal guardian must be a resident of Ohio.The application process for the 2024-25 academic year will commence in the fall of 2024. All completed applications must be submitted to the Ohio Agricultural Council by February 15, 2024.The OAC's scholarship program is designed to support students...
E. B. Miller Memorial Scholarship
$20,000
The Ohio Forestry Association Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 E. B. Miller Memorial Scholarship. The submission deadline is April 15, 2026. You may either print and complete the application form linked on this page or apply electronically using the online form located at the bottom of the page. Read the eligibility and program details below before applying. About the E. B. Miller Memorial Scholarship This scholarship was created from an initial gift given in memory of E. B. Miller, a third‑generation sawmill operator and long‑time advocate for Ohio’s forest industry. Mr. Miller began his career using horses...
Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
The Ohio Forestry Association Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 E. B. Miller Memorial Scholarship. The submission deadline is April 15, 2026. You may either print and complete the application form linked on this page or apply electronically using the online form located at the bottom of the page. Read the eligibility and program details below before applying.

About the E. B. Miller Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created from an initial gift given in memory of E. B. Miller, a third‑generation sawmill operator and long‑time advocate for Ohio’s forest industry. Mr. Miller began his career using horses...
Pilot International Scholarship
$2,000
Introductory summary: The Pilot International Scholarship, created in 1988, offers financial support to undergraduates pursuing careers that align with Pilot International’s mission—working with youth and young adults in leadership and development; assisting others and promoting brain health and safety; or supporting families during crises. Eligibility: - Open to graduating high school seniors and students enrolled full time in an undergraduate program. Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment for the entire scholarship period. - Intended for applicants whose career objectives advance one or more of Pilot International’s priorities: (1) youth and young adult leadership and development, (2) helping people and promoting brain...
Deadline
Mar 16, 2026
Introductory summary:
The Pilot International Scholarship, created in 1988, offers financial support to undergraduates pursuing careers that align with Pilot International’s mission—working with youth and young adults in leadership and development; assisting others and promoting brain health and safety; or supporting families during crises.

Eligibility:
- Open to graduating high school seniors and students enrolled full time in an undergraduate program. Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment for the entire scholarship period.
- Intended for applicants whose career objectives advance one or more of Pilot International’s priorities: (1) youth and young adult leadership and development, (2) helping people and promoting brain...
Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship
$1,000
Project Sleep will award its 13th annual Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship in 2026, providing thirty $1,000 scholarships to students entering college who have narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. Thanks to funding from the Hypersomnia Foundation, five of the awards are reserved specifically for students with idiopathic hypersomnia. Who should apply - High school seniors (or recent high school graduates) diagnosed with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia who will begin their first semester at a four‑year college or university in the United States in Fall 2026 are invited to apply. - Confirmation of diagnosis by a medical professional is required. Key dates...
Deadline
Apr 01, 2026
Project Sleep will award its 13th annual Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship in 2026, providing thirty $1,000 scholarships to students entering college who have narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. Thanks to funding from the Hypersomnia Foundation, five of the awards are reserved specifically for students with idiopathic hypersomnia.

Who should apply
- High school seniors (or recent high school graduates) diagnosed with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia who will begin their first semester at a four‑year college or university in the United States in Fall 2026 are invited to apply.
- Confirmation of diagnosis by a medical professional is required.

Key dates...
Purina Animal Nutrition Scholarship
$5,000
Overview The scholarship is administered by Scholarship America®, the country’s largest organization that designs and manages scholarship and education-support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and private donors. Individual program eligibility is set solely by the sponsor; Scholarship America’s evaluation team reviews applications that meet the sponsor’s criteria. Who can apply (Eligibility) Applicants to the Purina Animal Nutrition Scholarship must: - Be high school seniors, high school graduates, or current undergraduate students who live and study in the United States. - Intend to enroll full time in undergraduate coursework (for the entire upcoming academic year) at an accredited two- or four-year...
Deadline
Apr 22, 2026
Overview
The scholarship is administered by Scholarship America®, the country’s largest organization that designs and manages scholarship and education-support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and private donors. Individual program eligibility is set solely by the sponsor; Scholarship America’s evaluation team reviews applications that meet the sponsor’s criteria.

Who can apply (Eligibility)
Applicants to the Purina Animal Nutrition Scholarship must:
- Be high school seniors, high school graduates, or current undergraduate students who live and study in the United States.
- Intend to enroll full time in undergraduate coursework (for the entire upcoming academic year) at an accredited two- or four-year...
Rudy Webster Family & Community Scholarship
$1,500
Robinson & Hadeed Scholarship — Rudy Webster Family & Community Scholarship Introduction Robinson & Hadeed, a leading family law firm serving Gig Harbor, Tacoma and the Puget Sound region, is dedicated to helping students access higher education and easing some of their financial pressures. Believing that every student deserves the chance to pursue college and build a meaningful life, the firm is offering a scholarship for college and college-bound students who have overcome adversity or trauma and who show strong resolve to pursue education and career success. About the firm Partners Jeffrey A. Robinson and Shannon Hadeed are committed to...
Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Robinson & Hadeed Scholarship — Rudy Webster Family & Community Scholarship

Introduction
Robinson & Hadeed, a leading family law firm serving Gig Harbor, Tacoma and the Puget Sound region, is dedicated to helping students access higher education and easing some of their financial pressures. Believing that every student deserves the chance to pursue college and build a meaningful life, the firm is offering a scholarship for college and college-bound students who have overcome adversity or trauma and who show strong resolve to pursue education and career success.

About the firm
Partners Jeffrey A. Robinson and Shannon Hadeed are committed to...
Poverty Is Not a Choice Scholarship
$3,000
Overview The PINC Scholarship (named for the documentary Poverty Is Not a Choice) honors the film that won the Mayor’s Choice Award at the Lincoln Mayor’s Arts Awards in June 2016. Produced by nine high school and college students and broadcast on NET TV, the film shares stories about children living in poverty. The donor intends this scholarship for an applicant who has been directly affected by poverty, would otherwise be unable to attend college, and will benefit from focused study in an art or music discipline. Eligibility - Must be a senior or graduate of a public or private...
Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Overview
The PINC Scholarship (named for the documentary Poverty Is Not a Choice) honors the film that won the Mayor’s Choice Award at the Lincoln Mayor’s Arts Awards in June 2016. Produced by nine high school and college students and broadcast on NET TV, the film shares stories about children living in poverty. The donor intends this scholarship for an applicant who has been directly affected by poverty, would otherwise be unable to attend college, and will benefit from focused study in an art or music discipline.

Eligibility
- Must be a senior or graduate of a public or private...
JVS Chicago Scholarship Program
$4,000
College can be costly. The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago helps make it more affordable. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open now. Apply online. All applications and supporting materials must be received by March 1, 2026. If you have questions or need more information, email jvsscholarship@jvschicago.org or call 312.673.3444. Program overview - These scholarships are funded through the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago to assist Jewish undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate financial need and are preparing for careers in the helping professions. - Awards can be up to $4,000 and may be renewable. Who may apply You...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
College can be costly. The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago helps make it more affordable.

Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open now. Apply online. All applications and supporting materials must be received by March 1, 2026.

If you have questions or need more information, email jvsscholarship@jvschicago.org or call 312.673.3444.

Program overview
- These scholarships are funded through the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago to assist Jewish undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate financial need and are preparing for careers in the helping professions.
- Awards can be up to $4,000 and may be renewable.

Who may apply
You...
Herbert W. Nickens Medical Student Scholarships
$5,000
Overview Five scholarships will be awarded to exceptional students who will be entering their third year of medical school and who have shown leadership in advancing equal opportunity in medical education and improving access to quality health care. Nominees should have a proven record of leading efforts to meet the educational, societal, and health care needs of underserved communities within the United States. Award details - Each award carries a $5,000 scholarship. - Awardees must accept their scholarship in person at Learn Serve Lead 2026: The AAMC Annual Meeting in Anaheim, CA. (AAMC will cover travel and registration expenses.) Eligibility...
Deadline
Apr 03, 2026
Overview
Five scholarships will be awarded to exceptional students who will be entering their third year of medical school and who have shown leadership in advancing equal opportunity in medical education and improving access to quality health care. Nominees should have a proven record of leading efforts to meet the educational, societal, and health care needs of underserved communities within the United States.

Award details
- Each award carries a $5,000 scholarship.
- Awardees must accept their scholarship in person at Learn Serve Lead 2026: The AAMC Annual Meeting in Anaheim, CA. (AAMC will cover travel and registration expenses.)

Eligibility...
Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction Now celebrating its 25th year, the Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is an immersive, five-day summer program for 51 high school juniors — one student chosen from each state plus the District of Columbia — who live by the motto “Dream. Dare. Do.” If you’re drawn to journalism or multimedia storytelling, this opportunity is designed for you. Program overview Selected students will travel to Washington, D.C., for an exclusive, no-cost experience where they will tour newsrooms, meet leading journalists and digital storytellers, build connections with peers from across the country, and explore the nation’s capital. What the...
Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Introduction
Now celebrating its 25th year, the Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is an immersive, five-day summer program for 51 high school juniors — one student chosen from each state plus the District of Columbia — who live by the motto “Dream. Dare. Do.” If you’re drawn to journalism or multimedia storytelling, this opportunity is designed for you.

Program overview
Selected students will travel to Washington, D.C., for an exclusive, no-cost experience where they will tour newsrooms, meet leading journalists and digital storytellers, build connections with peers from across the country, and explore the nation’s capital.

What the...
Alaska Bar Association Law School Scholarships
$1,000
Overview The Alaska Bar Association awards scholarships to law students who have demonstrated connections to Alaska and who plan to return to the state within two years after graduating. Awards are available only to students currently in their first or second year of law school. Eligibility - Current 1L or 2L law students. - Demonstrated ties to Alaska. - Intention to return to Alaska within two years of graduation. Deadline All applications must be submitted to the Alaska Bar Association by March 1. Required application materials Each submission must include: - A fully completed application form. - Official proof of...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Overview
The Alaska Bar Association awards scholarships to law students who have demonstrated connections to Alaska and who plan to return to the state within two years after graduating. Awards are available only to students currently in their first or second year of law school.

Eligibility
- Current 1L or 2L law students.
- Demonstrated ties to Alaska.
- Intention to return to Alaska within two years of graduation.

Deadline
All applications must be submitted to the Alaska Bar Association by March 1.

Required application materials
Each submission must include:
- A fully completed application form.
- Official proof of...
Cancer Pathways Teen Writing Scholarship
$1,000
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, our national Teen Writing Contest welcomes high school students to tell their stories about living with cancer—whether it’s their own diagnosis or that of someone close to them. The 2026 Teen Writing Contest is now accepting entries. Eligibility & entry requirements - Who may enter: Students in grades 9–12 who live in the United States and have been impacted by cancer. - Length: Submissions must be no longer than 1,500 words. - Format limits: Poems, works of fiction, and essays about pets are not eligible. - Originality: Entries must be the contestant’s own original...
Deadline
Feb 27, 2026
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, our national Teen Writing Contest welcomes high school students to tell their stories about living with cancer—whether it’s their own diagnosis or that of someone close to them.

The 2026 Teen Writing Contest is now accepting entries.

Eligibility & entry requirements
- Who may enter: Students in grades 9–12 who live in the United States and have been impacted by cancer.
- Length: Submissions must be no longer than 1,500 words.
- Format limits: Poems, works of fiction, and essays about pets are not eligible.
- Originality: Entries must be the contestant’s own original...
Mary V. Gaver Scholarship
$3,000
Overview This annual $3,000 scholarship supports students enrolled in an ALA‑accredited Master’s program who are specializing in youth services. The award is open to U.S. and Canadian citizens or permanent residents and was established in 2001 to commemorate a former ALA president and Rutgers University professor who made significant contributions to library youth services. Key dates and frequency - Frequency: Annual - Application window: September 1 through March 1 each year - Next deadline: March 1, 2026 How to apply Apply using the single online application managed by the ALA Scholarship Program (this one application covers all ALA scholarships). Be...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Overview
This annual $3,000 scholarship supports students enrolled in an ALA‑accredited Master’s program who are specializing in youth services. The award is open to U.S. and Canadian citizens or permanent residents and was established in 2001 to commemorate a former ALA president and Rutgers University professor who made significant contributions to library youth services.

Key dates and frequency
- Frequency: Annual
- Application window: September 1 through March 1 each year
- Next deadline: March 1, 2026

How to apply
Apply using the single online application managed by the ALA Scholarship Program (this one application covers all ALA scholarships). Be...
Miriam L. Hornback Scholarship
$3,000
Open to ALA employees or library support staff who are enrolled in an MLS program accredited by the ALA. About - Year established: 2000 - Award: An annual $3,000 scholarship granted to an ALA staff member or library support worker who is a U.S. or Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident, and who is pursuing an MLS at an ALA-accredited institution. - Namesake: Dedicated in honor of a longtime ALA staff member (served 1944–1991) who acted as secretariat for the ALA Council and the Executive Board. How to apply Applications are submitted through the ALA Scholarship Program’s single online application....
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Open to ALA employees or library support staff who are enrolled in an MLS program accredited by the ALA.

About
- Year established: 2000
- Award: An annual $3,000 scholarship granted to an ALA staff member or library support worker who is a U.S. or Canadian citizen, or a permanent resident, and who is pursuing an MLS at an ALA-accredited institution.
- Namesake: Dedicated in honor of a longtime ALA staff member (served 1944–1991) who acted as secretariat for the ALA Council and the Executive Board.

How to apply
Applications are submitted through the ALA Scholarship Program’s single online application....
Edward C. Bryant Scholarship
$2,500
Introduction In 1995 Westat created the Edward C. Bryant Scholarship Trust Fund to commemorate its cofounder and chair emeritus, Edward C. Bryant, and to provide financial support for a student pursuing graduate study. Westat, an employee-owned statistical firm founded in 1961, expanded under Bryant’s leadership into a leading statistical research organization serving federal, state, and local governments, as well as private businesses and foundations. Award A single recipient is chosen each year for the Bryant Scholarship. The award carries a $2,500 cash prize. Eligibility - Students enrolled in graduate programs at U.S. or international institutions may apply. - Applicants currently...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Introduction
In 1995 Westat created the Edward C. Bryant Scholarship Trust Fund to commemorate its cofounder and chair emeritus, Edward C. Bryant, and to provide financial support for a student pursuing graduate study. Westat, an employee-owned statistical firm founded in 1961, expanded under Bryant’s leadership into a leading statistical research organization serving federal, state, and local governments, as well as private businesses and foundations.

Award
A single recipient is chosen each year for the Bryant Scholarship. The award carries a $2,500 cash prize.

Eligibility
- Students enrolled in graduate programs at U.S. or international institutions may apply.
- Applicants currently...
Engebretson Foundation Scholarship
$10,000
The Engebretson Foundation is seeking a high school senior to receive a one-year scholarship of $10,000.00 per semester. Eligibility requirements - Currently a graduating senior from a U.S. high school. - Intend to enroll at a four‑year college or university. - Demonstrate financial need sufficient to require assistance to attend a four‑year college. - Earned a composite ACT score of 28 or higher, or a minimum SAT score of 1240. - Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 and/or rank in the top 5% of the graduating class. - Have filed for federal student aid and received the Student...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
The Engebretson Foundation is seeking a high school senior to receive a one-year scholarship of $10,000.00 per semester.

Eligibility requirements
- Currently a graduating senior from a U.S. high school.
- Intend to enroll at a four‑year college or university.
- Demonstrate financial need sufficient to require assistance to attend a four‑year college.
- Earned a composite ACT score of 28 or higher, or a minimum SAT score of 1240.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 and/or rank in the top 5% of the graduating class.
- Have filed for federal student aid and received the Student...
Alexander Christian Foundation Scholarships
$4,000
Introduction Alexander Christian Foundation, Inc., a charitable nonprofit formed in 1964, provides scholarships to help students who are members of Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ congregations in Indiana pursue Christian ministry education. Eligibility To be considered for an Alexander Christian Foundation undergraduate scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following: - Be an Indiana resident. - Be an attending member of an Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ located in Indiana. - Intend to serve (or currently be serving) in a church-related vocation where the primary focus is preaching or disciple-making. Examples include working in a local church (minister, youth minister,...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Introduction
Alexander Christian Foundation, Inc., a charitable nonprofit formed in 1964, provides scholarships to help students who are members of Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ congregations in Indiana pursue Christian ministry education.

Eligibility
To be considered for an Alexander Christian Foundation undergraduate scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be an Indiana resident.
- Be an attending member of an Independent Christian Church/Church of Christ located in Indiana.
- Intend to serve (or currently be serving) in a church-related vocation where the primary focus is preaching or disciple-making. Examples include working in a local church (minister, youth minister,...
ALSC Bound to Stay Bound Books scholarships
$8,000
Intro The Bound to Stay Bound Books (BTSB) Scholarship supports students planning to pursue an MLS or other advanced degree who intend to work in children’s library services. Four awards of $8,000 each are offered annually. Eligible work includes service to children through age 14 in any kind of library. This scholarship is administered by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and funded by Bound to Stay Bound Books, Incorporated. Bound to Stay Bound Books has sponsored professional growth for children’s librarians through this scholarship since 1985; the program’s 30th anniversary was celebrated in 2015 in a commemorative...
Deadline
Mar 01, 2026
Intro
The Bound to Stay Bound Books (BTSB) Scholarship supports students planning to pursue an MLS or other advanced degree who intend to work in children’s library services. Four awards of $8,000 each are offered annually. Eligible work includes service to children through age 14 in any kind of library. This scholarship is administered by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and funded by Bound to Stay Bound Books, Incorporated. Bound to Stay Bound Books has sponsored professional growth for children’s librarians through this scholarship since 1985; the program’s 30th anniversary was celebrated in 2015 in a commemorative...
Continuing Christian Education Scholarships
$500
Overview Several annual scholarships are available through diocesan funds and private endowments. All applications must be submitted by May 1. Misticos Scholarships - Four scholarships are awarded each year, designated for one female and three male students who belong to either the Greek Orthodox or Episcopal faiths. - These awards, created by the late Alexander Misticos, serve as memorials to members of his family and are intended to help cover college expenses. Warren Scholarships - Established by the late Robert Warren of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, the Warren Trust Scholarships follow criteria comparable to the Misticos awards but give preference...
Deadline
May 01, 2026
Overview

Several annual scholarships are available through diocesan funds and private endowments. All applications must be submitted by May 1.

Misticos Scholarships
- Four scholarships are awarded each year, designated for one female and three male students who belong to either the Greek Orthodox or Episcopal faiths.
- These awards, created by the late Alexander Misticos, serve as memorials to members of his family and are intended to help cover college expenses.

Warren Scholarships
- Established by the late Robert Warren of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, the Warren Trust Scholarships follow criteria comparable to the Misticos awards but give preference...