Arne Engebretsen Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
WMEF awards a single $2,000 scholarship to a Wisconsin high school senior who intends to enroll at a college or university located in Wisconsin and who will major in mathematics education or pursue a mathematics concentration aimed at the elementary or middle school levels.
Purpose and background
The Arne Engebretsen Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of Arne Engebretsen, a lifelong educator who devoted his career to raising the quality of mathematics instruction in Wisconsin, across the United States, and internationally. He was widely regarded as a master teacher, and his work strongly emphasized the use of technology in...
Overview
WMEF awards a single $2,000 scholarship to a Wisconsin high school senior who intends to enroll at a college or university located in Wisconsin and who will major in mathematics education or pursue a mathematics concentration aimed at the elementary or middle school levels.
Purpose and background
The Arne Engebretsen Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of Arne Engebretsen, a lifelong educator who devoted his career to raising the quality of mathematics instruction in Wisconsin, across the United States, and internationally. He was widely regarded as a master teacher, and his work strongly emphasized the use of technology in...
Sister Mary Petronia Van Straten Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
The Wisconsin Mathematics Education Foundation offers a $2,000 scholarship for students enrolled in a Wisconsin teacher education program majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education. Applicants must meet the eligibility rules below and submit the required materials by the deadline.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a Wisconsin resident and be currently enrolled in a Wisconsin public or private teacher education program.
- Be pursuing a teacher preparation program (Elementary or Secondary Education major).
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a course that includes instruction in teaching mathematics.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (B...
Overview
The Wisconsin Mathematics Education Foundation offers a $2,000 scholarship for students enrolled in a Wisconsin teacher education program majoring in Elementary or Secondary Education. Applicants must meet the eligibility rules below and submit the required materials by the deadline.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a Wisconsin resident and be currently enrolled in a Wisconsin public or private teacher education program.
- Be pursuing a teacher preparation program (Elementary or Secondary Education major).
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a course that includes instruction in teaching mathematics.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (B...
Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships
$5,000
Sons of Italy Western Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for members of the high school Class of 2026.
Available award types
- Academic Awards: Scholarships for graduating high school seniors based on academic achievement.
- Italian Language Study Grants: Opportunities for graduating seniors to study Italian in Italy during the summer of 2026.
- Career Education Grants: Financial assistance for graduating seniors preparing for careers in skilled trades or vocational fields.
Award amounts
Aside from the Italian Language Study Grant, scholarship awards offered by the Western Foundation range from $500 to $5,000.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following...
Sons of Italy Western Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for members of the high school Class of 2026.
Available award types
- Academic Awards: Scholarships for graduating high school seniors based on academic achievement.
- Italian Language Study Grants: Opportunities for graduating seniors to study Italian in Italy during the summer of 2026.
- Career Education Grants: Financial assistance for graduating seniors preparing for careers in skilled trades or vocational fields.
Award amounts
Aside from the Italian Language Study Grant, scholarship awards offered by the Western Foundation range from $500 to $5,000.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following...
Walsh / Di Tolla / Spivak Scholarship
$10,000
Overview
The Trustees of the Richard F. Walsh / Alfred W. Di Tolla / Harold P. Spivak Foundation annually award ten scholarships. Each recipient receives $10,000 total, distributed as $2,500 per year over four years. Including the 2024 cohort, the Foundation has helped 130 students pursue college degrees.
Award amount and payment schedule
- Number of awards each year: 10
- Total per recipient: $10,000
- Payment: $2,500 per year for four consecutive years
Application deadline and submission rules
The deadline for the Foundation’s Annual Scholarship application is firm: December 31 of each year. No exceptions will be made. To...
Overview
The Trustees of the Richard F. Walsh / Alfred W. Di Tolla / Harold P. Spivak Foundation annually award ten scholarships. Each recipient receives $10,000 total, distributed as $2,500 per year over four years. Including the 2024 cohort, the Foundation has helped 130 students pursue college degrees.
Award amount and payment schedule
- Number of awards each year: 10
- Total per recipient: $10,000
- Payment: $2,500 per year for four consecutive years
Application deadline and submission rules
The deadline for the Foundation’s Annual Scholarship application is firm: December 31 of each year. No exceptions will be made. To...
Sheet Metal Scholarships
$24,000
Introduction
Promoting education across the unionized segments of the sheet metal trades is essential to ensure members’ participation in a growing global economy. To further this goal, the Sheet Metal Workers’ International Scholarship Fund provides 34 scholarships of $6,000 per year*, renewable for up to four years for full-time undergraduate study at any accredited college or university. In addition, up to two awards may be reserved for students (or eligible dependents) pursuing undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering or Architecture. These Mechanical Engineering and Architecture scholarships may be held for up to five years and pay $6,000 in year one and...
Introduction
Promoting education across the unionized segments of the sheet metal trades is essential to ensure members’ participation in a growing global economy. To further this goal, the Sheet Metal Workers’ International Scholarship Fund provides 34 scholarships of $6,000 per year*, renewable for up to four years for full-time undergraduate study at any accredited college or university. In addition, up to two awards may be reserved for students (or eligible dependents) pursuing undergraduate degrees in Mechanical Engineering or Architecture. These Mechanical Engineering and Architecture scholarships may be held for up to five years and pay $6,000 in year one and...
Polish American Club of North Jersey Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction
The Polish American Club of North Jersey (PACNJ) Scholarships are available to eligible PACNJ members. Awards are distributed by the Kosciuszko Foundation on behalf of the PACNJ. PACNJ-funded awards support full-time study in the United States only.
Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship
Separately, the Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship provides assistance to U.S. students of Polish ancestry pursuing full‑time undergraduate or graduate studies. Award sizes range from $1,000 to $12,000. Funds from this program may be used for full‑time study at U.S. institutions and at English-language medical schools in Poland.
Limits, selection factors, and matching
- An individual may receive no...
Introduction
The Polish American Club of North Jersey (PACNJ) Scholarships are available to eligible PACNJ members. Awards are distributed by the Kosciuszko Foundation on behalf of the PACNJ. PACNJ-funded awards support full-time study in the United States only.
Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship
Separately, the Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarship provides assistance to U.S. students of Polish ancestry pursuing full‑time undergraduate or graduate studies. Award sizes range from $1,000 to $12,000. Funds from this program may be used for full‑time study at U.S. institutions and at English-language medical schools in Poland.
Limits, selection factors, and matching
- An individual may receive no...
Mayflower Scholarship
$6,000
Overview
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who can document Mayflower descent and plan to enroll in either a four-year college or a two-year community college. For 2024, GSMD has also introduced a Native American Scholarship for seniors who can verify descent from a Native American ancestor.
Scholarship Awards
GSMD will present three High School Senior scholarships in these amounts: $6,000, $5,000, and $4,000. In addition, a Mary Chilton Winslow Scholarship of $2,400 will be awarded. All awards are intended for graduating high school seniors who are Mayflower descendants and who will...
Overview
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who can document Mayflower descent and plan to enroll in either a four-year college or a two-year community college. For 2024, GSMD has also introduced a Native American Scholarship for seniors who can verify descent from a Native American ancestor.
Scholarship Awards
GSMD will present three High School Senior scholarships in these amounts: $6,000, $5,000, and $4,000. In addition, a Mary Chilton Winslow Scholarship of $2,400 will be awarded. All awards are intended for graduating high school seniors who are Mayflower descendants and who will...
National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships
$1,000
Each year, NPVA awards merit-based scholarships to students who have demonstrated dedication to volunteering and positive community impact. Scholarships are available to those pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees. Eligibility Criteria To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following: - Be currently enrolled or intending to enroll (part-time or full-time) at an accredited U.S. institution. Eligible schools include vocational/technical programs, two-year colleges, four-year colleges, and graduate programs. - Be a high school junior or senior, an undergraduate student, or a graduate student. - Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. - If selected as a...
Each year, NPVA awards merit-based scholarships to students who have demonstrated dedication to volunteering and positive community impact. Scholarships are available to those pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees. Eligibility Criteria To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following: - Be currently enrolled or intending to enroll (part-time or full-time) at an accredited U.S. institution. Eligible schools include vocational/technical programs, two-year colleges, four-year colleges, and graduate programs. - Be a high school junior or senior, an undergraduate student, or a graduate student. - Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. - If selected as a...
PM Legacy Scholarship
$2,000
Overview Forty-five recipients will each receive a PM Legacy Scholarship award of $2,000. Selections are made by reviewing applicants’ academic record, leadership potential, involvement in extracurricular or community activities, submitted essays, and letters of recommendation. Eligibility and Required Materials To be considered, applicants must meet the following conditions and submit the listed documents: - Residency/Institution: Be a resident of — or enrolled at a college/university in — Pennsylvania, Georgia, or the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area (DMV), OR be attending a recognized HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). - Enrollment status: Be entering or currently enrolled in an accredited college or...
Overview Forty-five recipients will each receive a PM Legacy Scholarship award of $2,000. Selections are made by reviewing applicants’ academic record, leadership potential, involvement in extracurricular or community activities, submitted essays, and letters of recommendation. Eligibility and Required Materials To be considered, applicants must meet the following conditions and submit the listed documents: - Residency/Institution: Be a resident of — or enrolled at a college/university in — Pennsylvania, Georgia, or the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area (DMV), OR be attending a recognized HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). - Enrollment status: Be entering or currently enrolled in an accredited college or...
Ralph M. Knight Chemistry & Engineering Scholarship
$5,000
In 2010, Mrs. Nancy Knight established the Ralph M. Knight Chemistry and Engineering Scholarship in honor of her late husband, Ralph, a chemical engineer. The Knight family aims to continue his legacy by assisting others in making significant contributions to society.Who Can Apply:Applicants for the Ralph M. Knight Chemistry and Engineering Scholarship must be full-time seniors enrolled in a Catholic high school within the Phoenix Diocese. They must also be practicing Catholics who are either U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The scholarship is not awarded based on financial need or high school GPA.Scholarship Details:The scholarship recipient will be granted a...
In 2010, Mrs. Nancy Knight established the Ralph M. Knight Chemistry and Engineering Scholarship in honor of her late husband, Ralph, a chemical engineer. The Knight family aims to continue his legacy by assisting others in making significant contributions to society.Who Can Apply:Applicants for the Ralph M. Knight Chemistry and Engineering Scholarship must be full-time seniors enrolled in a Catholic high school within the Phoenix Diocese. They must also be practicing Catholics who are either U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The scholarship is not awarded based on financial need or high school GPA.Scholarship Details:The scholarship recipient will be granted a...
Angel Scholarship for Social Work, Peace, & Justice Studies
$5,000
In 2012, an anonymous benefactor from the Catholic Community Foundation established the Angel Scholarship for Social Work, Peace, and Justice Studies. The donor's deep-seated commitment to aiding the less fortunate and marginalized inspired the creation of this scholarship. The aim is to motivate young individuals to dedicate their lives to the service of others through the field of social work.Who Can Apply:Applicants for the Angel Scholarship for Social Work, Peace, and Justice Studies must be full-time seniors enrolled in a Catholic high school within the Phoenix Diocese. They must be practicing Catholics who are registered and either U.S. citizens or...
In 2012, an anonymous benefactor from the Catholic Community Foundation established the Angel Scholarship for Social Work, Peace, and Justice Studies. The donor's deep-seated commitment to aiding the less fortunate and marginalized inspired the creation of this scholarship. The aim is to motivate young individuals to dedicate their lives to the service of others through the field of social work.Who Can Apply:Applicants for the Angel Scholarship for Social Work, Peace, and Justice Studies must be full-time seniors enrolled in a Catholic high school within the Phoenix Diocese. They must be practicing Catholics who are registered and either U.S. citizens or...
Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship
$1,000
Alden Law is pleased to present the Estate Planning Essentials: Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship — a $1,000 award designed for students who recognize the importance of estate planning for personal financial security and family stability.
Overview
Estate planning is an important part of financial preparation at any life stage. Proactively arranging how assets will be distributed and who will manage affairs in the event of incapacity helps provide peace of mind and can prevent the delays and expenses commonly associated with probate. This scholarship asks students to examine and explain how estate-planning tools—such as trusts, joint ownership arrangements, and beneficiary...
Alden Law is pleased to present the Estate Planning Essentials: Avoiding Probate Pitfalls Scholarship — a $1,000 award designed for students who recognize the importance of estate planning for personal financial security and family stability.
Overview
Estate planning is an important part of financial preparation at any life stage. Proactively arranging how assets will be distributed and who will manage affairs in the event of incapacity helps provide peace of mind and can prevent the delays and expenses commonly associated with probate. This scholarship asks students to examine and explain how estate-planning tools—such as trusts, joint ownership arrangements, and beneficiary...
Dream Chaser Scholarship
$1,000
Transform your aspirations into tangible achievements with the Salvado Law Dream Chaser Scholarship, a program specifically designed to uplift first-generation college students! We understand the courage and determination required to be the pioneer in your family to seek higher education. This scholarship applauds your journey and offers a financial reward to help alleviate the substantial cost of college.Our dedication to supporting pioneers like you is reflected in our $1,000 scholarship, which is open to students of any year and any discipline in college.Eligibility CriteriaTo ensure our scholarship benefits the most deserving applicants, kindly go through the eligibility requirements below:You should...
Transform your aspirations into tangible achievements with the Salvado Law Dream Chaser Scholarship, a program specifically designed to uplift first-generation college students! We understand the courage and determination required to be the pioneer in your family to seek higher education. This scholarship applauds your journey and offers a financial reward to help alleviate the substantial cost of college.Our dedication to supporting pioneers like you is reflected in our $1,000 scholarship, which is open to students of any year and any discipline in college.Eligibility CriteriaTo ensure our scholarship benefits the most deserving applicants, kindly go through the eligibility requirements below:You should...
Billy and Bobby Stevens Scholarship
$12,000
Introduction
The Billy and Bobby Stevens Fund was created through the wills of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Stevens to honor the memory of Billy and Bobby Stevens.
Purpose
This fund provides undergraduate scholarships to students from Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe counties who are pursuing their first bachelor’s degree.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduate of an accredited high school located in one of these counties: Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe.
- High school cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 is required; recipients must also maintain a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.5 to...
Introduction
The Billy and Bobby Stevens Fund was created through the wills of Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Stevens to honor the memory of Billy and Bobby Stevens.
Purpose
This fund provides undergraduate scholarships to students from Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe counties who are pursuing their first bachelor’s degree.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduate of an accredited high school located in one of these counties: Bibb, Houston, Crawford, Twiggs, Jones, Peach, or Monroe.
- High school cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 is required; recipients must also maintain a minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.5 to...
Horticulture & Green Industry Scholarship
$2,000
Introductory overview
The Rick Pankow Foundation supports students who plan to study in horticulture-related fields — including agriculture, arboriculture, landscape design and maintenance, nursery management, viticulture/viniculture, and other green-industry disciplines. In partnership with the Washington Association of Landscape Professionals (WALP) and the Future Farmers of America (FFA), the Foundation awards scholarships to qualified candidates.
Award information
Scholarship awards of up to $2,000 are available. Applications for the Rick Pankow Foundation scholarship are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be Washington State high school seniors or adult learners.
- Candidates should be preparing to enroll...
Introductory overview
The Rick Pankow Foundation supports students who plan to study in horticulture-related fields — including agriculture, arboriculture, landscape design and maintenance, nursery management, viticulture/viniculture, and other green-industry disciplines. In partnership with the Washington Association of Landscape Professionals (WALP) and the Future Farmers of America (FFA), the Foundation awards scholarships to qualified candidates.
Award information
Scholarship awards of up to $2,000 are available. Applications for the Rick Pankow Foundation scholarship are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be Washington State high school seniors or adult learners.
- Candidates should be preparing to enroll...
Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
$1,000
The Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Overview
The Bedford County Arts Council awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who intends to pursue a college degree in the arts. This award supports studies in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theatrical Arts, or Dance.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be high school seniors attending any high school in Bedford County, Tennessee.
- Candidates who are not residents of Bedford County, TN will not be considered.
- Applicants must plan to enroll in a post-secondary program leading to a degree in one of the specified artistic...
The Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Overview
The Bedford County Arts Council awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who intends to pursue a college degree in the arts. This award supports studies in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theatrical Arts, or Dance.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be high school seniors attending any high school in Bedford County, Tennessee.
- Candidates who are not residents of Bedford County, TN will not be considered.
- Applicants must plan to enroll in a post-secondary program leading to a degree in one of the specified artistic...
Doan Foundation Arts Scholarship
$1,000
Overview
The Doan Foundation funds scholarships that cultivate artistic talent and advance creative leadership among young people from underserved communities. These awards are intended for students who show strong commitment to the arts and a drive to create positive social impact through their creative work.
Eligibility
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a current high school senior living in Southern California.
- Plan to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical institution to pursue an Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or a professional certificate.
- Be preparing for a career in an arts-related...
Overview
The Doan Foundation funds scholarships that cultivate artistic talent and advance creative leadership among young people from underserved communities. These awards are intended for students who show strong commitment to the arts and a drive to create positive social impact through their creative work.
Eligibility
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a current high school senior living in Southern California.
- Plan to enroll in an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical institution to pursue an Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or a professional certificate.
- Be preparing for a career in an arts-related...
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation awards scholarships through a competitive process using donor-established criteria. Donors may base awards on factors such as demonstrated financial need, the specific school you attend, academic performance, or your personal and career objectives. Each application is evaluated carefully through the Foundation’s thorough internal selection process.
Key dates
- Application opens: December 1, 2025
- Application deadline: January 30, 2026
Who is eligible
To apply, you must be a permanent resident of the greater Grand Haven area, which includes Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg, Allendale, or Coopersville.
How the program works
There is a single...
Overview
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation awards scholarships through a competitive process using donor-established criteria. Donors may base awards on factors such as demonstrated financial need, the specific school you attend, academic performance, or your personal and career objectives. Each application is evaluated carefully through the Foundation’s thorough internal selection process.
Key dates
- Application opens: December 1, 2025
- Application deadline: January 30, 2026
Who is eligible
To apply, you must be a permanent resident of the greater Grand Haven area, which includes Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg, Allendale, or Coopersville.
How the program works
There is a single...
Anchor Scholarship Foundation Endowed Scholarships
$20,000
Anchor Scholarship Foundation currently manages seven endowed scholarships. Each fund has its own donor, endowment level, award amount, and eligibility rules described below.
General eligibility common to most awards: recipients are typically either a dependent child or the spouse of a qualifying ship crewmember (officer or enlisted). Where noted, status may include active duty, retired, or honorably discharged personnel, or past and present crew.
Raytheon–Zumwalt Scholarship
- Award: $20,000 total (paid as $5,000 per year for up to four years)
- Endowment: $125,000 funded by Raytheon
- Purpose: Renewable support for students working toward a four‑year degree in a STEM...
Anchor Scholarship Foundation currently manages seven endowed scholarships. Each fund has its own donor, endowment level, award amount, and eligibility rules described below.
General eligibility common to most awards: recipients are typically either a dependent child or the spouse of a qualifying ship crewmember (officer or enlisted). Where noted, status may include active duty, retired, or honorably discharged personnel, or past and present crew.
Raytheon–Zumwalt Scholarship
- Award: $20,000 total (paid as $5,000 per year for up to four years)
- Endowment: $125,000 funded by Raytheon
- Purpose: Renewable support for students working toward a four‑year degree in a STEM...
Workplace Rights Scholarships
$1,000
Introductory Statement
We are proud to introduce the Freedman Law Workplace Rights Scholarship, created to support students committed to advancing workers’ rights and civil liberties. This award is intended to help learners — whether they are current or prospective law students or pursuing other career paths — who are dedicated to educating others about employment law and creating meaningful change for workers nationwide.
Award Amount and Use
One recipient will be granted $1,000. The funds may be applied to tuition, textbooks, school supplies, room and board, or other educational expenses.
Eligibility
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet all of...
Introductory Statement
We are proud to introduce the Freedman Law Workplace Rights Scholarship, created to support students committed to advancing workers’ rights and civil liberties. This award is intended to help learners — whether they are current or prospective law students or pursuing other career paths — who are dedicated to educating others about employment law and creating meaningful change for workers nationwide.
Award Amount and Use
One recipient will be granted $1,000. The funds may be applied to tuition, textbooks, school supplies, room and board, or other educational expenses.
Eligibility
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet all of...
Faith Based College Scholarship
$2,000
The Christian Connector presents a range of scholarship lotteries for Christian/Faith Based higher education institutions. All services provided by The Christian Connector are completely free of charge!Who Can Apply:The Faith Based College Scholarship is open to current high school students (from the classes of 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029) who are considering enrolling in a Christian/Faith Based college or university.Overview:The Christian Connector serves as a comprehensive resource for obtaining free information from Faith Based higher education institutions. Filling out the free information request form is akin to participating in a Christian/Faith Based college fair from the comfort of your own...
The Christian Connector presents a range of scholarship lotteries for Christian/Faith Based higher education institutions. All services provided by The Christian Connector are completely free of charge!Who Can Apply:The Faith Based College Scholarship is open to current high school students (from the classes of 2026, 2027, 2028, or 2029) who are considering enrolling in a Christian/Faith Based college or university.Overview:The Christian Connector serves as a comprehensive resource for obtaining free information from Faith Based higher education institutions. Filling out the free information request form is akin to participating in a Christian/Faith Based college fair from the comfort of your own...
Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry
$1,000
Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry — Iota Sigma Pi
Overview and Eligibility
- Purpose: To honor outstanding achievement in chemistry by an undergraduate woman.
- Who may be nominated: A female senior majoring in chemistry at an accredited college or university that confers a four‑year baccalaureate degree. Candidates do not have to be members of Iota Sigma Pi, though they may be.
Nomination Authority and Limits
- Nominations must originate from a faculty member at the candidate’s current institution.
- Each academic department may submit only one nomination.
Required Nomination Packet
All materials should be compiled and submitted electronically...
Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry — Iota Sigma Pi
Overview and Eligibility
- Purpose: To honor outstanding achievement in chemistry by an undergraduate woman.
- Who may be nominated: A female senior majoring in chemistry at an accredited college or university that confers a four‑year baccalaureate degree. Candidates do not have to be members of Iota Sigma Pi, though they may be.
Nomination Authority and Limits
- Nominations must originate from a faculty member at the candidate’s current institution.
- Each academic department may submit only one nomination.
Required Nomination Packet
All materials should be compiled and submitted electronically...
IWFA Scholarship
$3,000
Overview
The IWFA Scholarship Trust was created to financially support qualified graduate students studying Marine Science. For the purposes of this program, Marine Science is defined as “the study of the ocean, its ecosystems, and its life forms, as well as the study of coastal environments, oceanic currents, and the sea floor.” Each year the Board of Trustees selects recipients and determines award amounts to help cover research and related costs. Awards are competitive and generally fall between $1,000 and $3,000, with the Trustees having final discretion on the number and size of grants.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- Enrollment:...
Overview
The IWFA Scholarship Trust was created to financially support qualified graduate students studying Marine Science. For the purposes of this program, Marine Science is defined as “the study of the ocean, its ecosystems, and its life forms, as well as the study of coastal environments, oceanic currents, and the sea floor.” Each year the Board of Trustees selects recipients and determines award amounts to help cover research and related costs. Awards are competitive and generally fall between $1,000 and $3,000, with the Trustees having final discretion on the number and size of grants.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- Enrollment:...
Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
Intro
This award commemorates Libbie H. Hyman, a leading American invertebrate zoologist, and supports students to attend courses or conduct research on invertebrates at marine, freshwater, or terrestrial field stations. The Hyman Grant is geared toward enabling a student’s first substantial field-station experience and is intended primarily for advanced undergraduates or early-stage graduate students (first- or second-year). Guidelines and the online application are open now. Deadline: February 13, 2026.
For the 2026 Summer Field Station Season
The Hyman Grant provides financial assistance to help students participate in in-person field-station coursework or research focused on invertebrates. Awards are intended to support...
Intro
This award commemorates Libbie H. Hyman, a leading American invertebrate zoologist, and supports students to attend courses or conduct research on invertebrates at marine, freshwater, or terrestrial field stations. The Hyman Grant is geared toward enabling a student’s first substantial field-station experience and is intended primarily for advanced undergraduates or early-stage graduate students (first- or second-year). Guidelines and the online application are open now. Deadline: February 13, 2026.
For the 2026 Summer Field Station Season
The Hyman Grant provides financial assistance to help students participate in in-person field-station coursework or research focused on invertebrates. Awards are intended to support...
Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship
$2,500
Purpose and background
The Society of Physics Students (SPS) offers the Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship to promote excellence in physics study and encourage continued academic achievement. The award honors the memory of Dr. Peggy A. Dixon, who served as SPS and Sigma Pi Sigma Historian from 1992–2003. The scholarship provides a single $2,500 prize annually to a student moving from a two-year college into a physics bachelor’s program.
Quick overview
- One award of $2,500 may be granted each year.
- Intended for undergraduates who have attended a two-year college and are entering a physics BS program.
- Recipients are...
Purpose and background
The Society of Physics Students (SPS) offers the Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship to promote excellence in physics study and encourage continued academic achievement. The award honors the memory of Dr. Peggy A. Dixon, who served as SPS and Sigma Pi Sigma Historian from 1992–2003. The scholarship provides a single $2,500 prize annually to a student moving from a two-year college into a physics bachelor’s program.
Quick overview
- One award of $2,500 may be granted each year.
- Intended for undergraduates who have attended a two-year college and are entering a physics BS program.
- Recipients are...
Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarships
$1,000
The Iowa Newspaper Foundation provides a limited number of college scholarships for students preparing for careers in the newspaper industry.
Application requirements
- Two references (one must be from a teacher and one from a school counselor).
- A personal statement.
- Two work samples to be uploaded with the application.
Scholarship programs and eligibility
Shaw Scholarship
- Supported by Shaw Newspapers.
- Annual award for an incoming college freshman pursuing a journalism or communications degree at an accredited two- or four-year U.S. college or university.
- Eligible applicants are dependents of men or women employed by Iowa newspapers.
-...
The Iowa Newspaper Foundation provides a limited number of college scholarships for students preparing for careers in the newspaper industry.
Application requirements
- Two references (one must be from a teacher and one from a school counselor).
- A personal statement.
- Two work samples to be uploaded with the application.
Scholarship programs and eligibility
Shaw Scholarship
- Supported by Shaw Newspapers.
- Annual award for an incoming college freshman pursuing a journalism or communications degree at an accredited two- or four-year U.S. college or university.
- Eligible applicants are dependents of men or women employed by Iowa newspapers.
-...
Linly Heflin Scholarships
$40,000
Linly Heflin provides scholarship support specifically for women from Alabama who are pursuing higher education within the state.
Since 1919, donors to Linly Heflin have helped countless Alabama women pursue their goals. Thousands of recipients have received assistance to build brighter futures, and the organization continues to expand its support. You are invited to join this effort to help Alabama women advance and succeed.
Eligibility
- Female applicants must be U.S. citizens and current residents of Alabama.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a four-year college or university in Alabama accredited by the Southern Association of...
Linly Heflin provides scholarship support specifically for women from Alabama who are pursuing higher education within the state.
Since 1919, donors to Linly Heflin have helped countless Alabama women pursue their goals. Thousands of recipients have received assistance to build brighter futures, and the organization continues to expand its support. You are invited to join this effort to help Alabama women advance and succeed.
Eligibility
- Female applicants must be U.S. citizens and current residents of Alabama.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a four-year college or university in Alabama accredited by the Southern Association of...
Nebraska Elks Association Golf Scholarship
$1,000
Eligibility
- Must be a high school senior who lives within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge, as defined by the Grand Lodge.
Required materials
1. Recommendation letters: Provide at least one letter of recommendation from one of the following: your principal, a member of the clergy, a teacher, a local businessperson, or an employer. You may submit as many as three recommendation letters in total. Each letter should comment on your leadership, community and/or school service, and your potential to benefit from college with the help of a scholarship.
2. Golf verification: A letter from your high school...
Eligibility
- Must be a high school senior who lives within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge, as defined by the Grand Lodge.
Required materials
1. Recommendation letters: Provide at least one letter of recommendation from one of the following: your principal, a member of the clergy, a teacher, a local businessperson, or an employer. You may submit as many as three recommendation letters in total. Each letter should comment on your leadership, community and/or school service, and your potential to benefit from college with the help of a scholarship.
2. Golf verification: A letter from your high school...
NJCDCA Scholarship
$1,000
The scholarship application, which can be found on the right, spans 13 pages and encompasses the following components:Application for Scholarship & ChecklistAcademic/Scholarship Details (Provided by School Counselor)Photograph Authorization (Required from both Parent & Student)Confidential Assessment from Coach (Coach's Evaluation)The deadline for postmarking your application is January 15th. Ensure that you DO NOT REQUEST A SIGNATURE! We will accept separate mailings up to 10 days after the deadline, provided they bear the January 15 postmark. Applicants will be informed via POSTAL MAIL about the status of their scholarship application by the end of March. A celebratory brunch will be organized in...
The scholarship application, which can be found on the right, spans 13 pages and encompasses the following components:Application for Scholarship & ChecklistAcademic/Scholarship Details (Provided by School Counselor)Photograph Authorization (Required from both Parent & Student)Confidential Assessment from Coach (Coach's Evaluation)The deadline for postmarking your application is January 15th. Ensure that you DO NOT REQUEST A SIGNATURE! We will accept separate mailings up to 10 days after the deadline, provided they bear the January 15 postmark. Applicants will be informed via POSTAL MAIL about the status of their scholarship application by the end of March. A celebratory brunch will be organized in...
Smith Scholarship Program
$20,000
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. All awardees will be notified on or before May 1, 2026.
Eligibility and Application Rules
1) Use of AI tools in any form is strictly forbidden. Have a person proofread your submission and ensure proper grammar and capitalization. Any application created or substantially assisted by artificial intelligence will be treated as plagiarism and will be disqualified.
2) This is not a contest of writing skill. While clear writing is important, the selection committee is most interested in your personal story: challenges you’ve faced, successes, your academic background, and your professional ambitions....
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. All awardees will be notified on or before May 1, 2026.
Eligibility and Application Rules
1) Use of AI tools in any form is strictly forbidden. Have a person proofread your submission and ensure proper grammar and capitalization. Any application created or substantially assisted by artificial intelligence will be treated as plagiarism and will be disqualified.
2) This is not a contest of writing skill. While clear writing is important, the selection committee is most interested in your personal story: challenges you’ve faced, successes, your academic background, and your professional ambitions....
