David E. Knox Memorial Nursing Fellowship
$2,500
The David E. Knox Memorial Nursing Fellowship was created to help exceptional students obtain registered nursing degrees and to promote nursing service in Alaska’s smaller communities. It commemorates David E. Knox and his dedication to rural healthcare.
Knox came to Alaska in 1973 after serving as a surgical technician in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, intent on a career in surgical nursing. He began his Alaskan practice in Sitka with the Public Health Service surgical unit and earned his R.N. through UAA. After ten years with the Public Health Service, he was appointed coordinator of the surgical unit...
The David E. Knox Memorial Nursing Fellowship was created to help exceptional students obtain registered nursing degrees and to promote nursing service in Alaska’s smaller communities. It commemorates David E. Knox and his dedication to rural healthcare.
Knox came to Alaska in 1973 after serving as a surgical technician in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, intent on a career in surgical nursing. He began his Alaskan practice in Sitka with the Public Health Service surgical unit and earned his R.N. through UAA. After ten years with the Public Health Service, he was appointed coordinator of the surgical unit...
Alaska State Fairgrounds Scholarship
$3,000
2026 Scholarship Overview
Eligibility
- Open to all Alaska junior and senior high school students who intend to pursue college or vocational training.
Awards
- $3,000 — First Place
- $2,000 — Second Place
- $1,500 — Third Place
- $1,000 — 4-H/FFA/Vendor Award / Dependents of Fair Members
- Four (4) $500 Special Recognition Awards
- One (1) $500 Honorable Mention
Note: Every applicant who submits a complete application will receive two complimentary admissions to the 2026 Alaska State Fair (August 21–September 7, 2026).
Application Requirements
Submit the following items with your application:
- Cover letter explaining why you...
2026 Scholarship Overview
Eligibility
- Open to all Alaska junior and senior high school students who intend to pursue college or vocational training.
Awards
- $3,000 — First Place
- $2,000 — Second Place
- $1,500 — Third Place
- $1,000 — 4-H/FFA/Vendor Award / Dependents of Fair Members
- Four (4) $500 Special Recognition Awards
- One (1) $500 Honorable Mention
Note: Every applicant who submits a complete application will receive two complimentary admissions to the 2026 Alaska State Fair (August 21–September 7, 2026).
Application Requirements
Submit the following items with your application:
- Cover letter explaining why you...
ANTHC Scholarships
$5,000
Each year the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) provides ten $5,000 scholarships to Alaska Native and/or American Indian students from across Alaska who are pursuing careers in health care. The program’s purpose is to help grow the number of Alaska Native and American Indian professionals working in the health sector. Awards may be applied toward tuition, room and board, books, and related fees.
Contact
- Phone: 907-729-1301
- Fax: 907-729-3638
- Email: workforcedev@anthc.org
Who is eligible
- Alaska Native and/or American Indian
- Permanent resident of Alaska
- Interested in a health care–related career
- Enrolled full-time in higher...
Each year the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) provides ten $5,000 scholarships to Alaska Native and/or American Indian students from across Alaska who are pursuing careers in health care. The program’s purpose is to help grow the number of Alaska Native and American Indian professionals working in the health sector. Awards may be applied toward tuition, room and board, books, and related fees.
Contact
- Phone: 907-729-1301
- Fax: 907-729-3638
- Email: workforcedev@anthc.org
Who is eligible
- Alaska Native and/or American Indian
- Permanent resident of Alaska
- Interested in a health care–related career
- Enrolled full-time in higher...
Charles H Selman Scholarship
$2,000
Overview
The Charles H. Selman Scholarship (CHS) Fund was established in 1995 by the CHARR Board of Directors to support Alaskans committed to excellence in the state’s hospitality industry. The award is named for long‑time CHARR member Charlie Selman and celebrates his important contributions to the field.
Since its founding, the CHS Scholarship has distributed more than $470,000 to qualified students and continues to expand. In October 2002 the scholarship program was placed under the newly formed Alaska CHARR Educational Fund, Inc., a move that broadened CHARR’s ability to provide financial support to the hospitality community.
Eligibility
To be eligible...
Overview
The Charles H. Selman Scholarship (CHS) Fund was established in 1995 by the CHARR Board of Directors to support Alaskans committed to excellence in the state’s hospitality industry. The award is named for long‑time CHARR member Charlie Selman and celebrates his important contributions to the field.
Since its founding, the CHS Scholarship has distributed more than $470,000 to qualified students and continues to expand. In October 2002 the scholarship program was placed under the newly formed Alaska CHARR Educational Fund, Inc., a move that broadened CHARR’s ability to provide financial support to the hospitality community.
Eligibility
To be eligible...
Alaska Telecom Association Scholarship
$1,000
Alaska Telecom Association — 2026 Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline for applications: April 3, 2026
The Alaska Telecom Association (ATA) is accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program. These awards support Alaska resident students who plan to enroll in accredited post-secondary institutions or training programs. Complete applications must be received by April 3, 2026. Details and requirements follow.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be sponsored by an Active or Associate Member of the Alaska Telecom Association. Contact the member company directly to learn about any internal sponsorship rules; ATA will confirm sponsorship with the member as part of the review process....
Alaska Telecom Association — 2026 Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline for applications: April 3, 2026
The Alaska Telecom Association (ATA) is accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program. These awards support Alaska resident students who plan to enroll in accredited post-secondary institutions or training programs. Complete applications must be received by April 3, 2026. Details and requirements follow.
Who is eligible
- Applicants must be sponsored by an Active or Associate Member of the Alaska Telecom Association. Contact the member company directly to learn about any internal sponsorship rules; ATA will confirm sponsorship with the member as part of the review process....
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative Educational Scholarships
$1,000
Are you planning to continue your education after graduation to increase your chances of steady employment? Are you considering returning to school for vocational training to learn new skills? Would you like a career that offers solid benefits? Do you need financial support to pursue your educational goals?
AVEC may be able to help. Each year, the AVEC Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships to support students pursuing vocational, technical, or academic programs.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be an AVEC member or live in a household with an active AVEC membership.
- Scholarships are intended to support training or skill advancement...
Are you planning to continue your education after graduation to increase your chances of steady employment? Are you considering returning to school for vocational training to learn new skills? Would you like a career that offers solid benefits? Do you need financial support to pursue your educational goals?
AVEC may be able to help. Each year, the AVEC Scholarship Committee awards multiple scholarships to support students pursuing vocational, technical, or academic programs.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be an AVEC member or live in a household with an active AVEC membership.
- Scholarships are intended to support training or skill advancement...
Alaska Section Scholarship
$2,500
Overview
The Alaska Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) is offering scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year to qualified students. Awards are for one academic year; recipients who still meet eligibility may reapply each year by submitting a new application and transcript.
Who is eligible
- Graduating Alaska high school seniors: Must plan to enroll full-time at an accredited university for the Fall 2026 semester in a degree program leading to an undergraduate engineering or earth sciences degree (examples: petroleum, chemical, mechanical, electrical, environmental, civil). The program must be STEM-related, and the student should intend to pursue employment...
Overview
The Alaska Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) is offering scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year to qualified students. Awards are for one academic year; recipients who still meet eligibility may reapply each year by submitting a new application and transcript.
Who is eligible
- Graduating Alaska high school seniors: Must plan to enroll full-time at an accredited university for the Fall 2026 semester in a degree program leading to an undergraduate engineering or earth sciences degree (examples: petroleum, chemical, mechanical, electrical, environmental, civil). The program must be STEM-related, and the student should intend to pursue employment...
Forrest & Sybillia Fuhr Memorial Scholarship
$2,000
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
1. Possess a high school diploma or an accepted equivalent credential (e.g., GED).
2. Be a member of a Southern Baptist congregation, church plant, mission, or preaching point that is affiliated with and in good standing with the Alaska Baptist Resource Network. For simplicity, the word "church" will be used throughout this brochure and related forms to describe entities meeting this definition.
3. Have been an Alaska resident for the two years immediately preceding the date of application.
4. If enrolled in a school...
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
1. Possess a high school diploma or an accepted equivalent credential (e.g., GED).
2. Be a member of a Southern Baptist congregation, church plant, mission, or preaching point that is affiliated with and in good standing with the Alaska Baptist Resource Network. For simplicity, the word "church" will be used throughout this brochure and related forms to describe entities meeting this definition.
3. Have been an Alaska resident for the two years immediately preceding the date of application.
4. If enrolled in a school...
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation Education Scholarship
$2,500
AHFC supports residents who are pursuing career advancement through its Education Scholarship program. Award recipients may receive federal assistance up to $2,500 to help pay for a range of educational and training goals, from short-term technical courses to college tuition.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be current recipients of AHFC public housing rental assistance (voucher program) or live in a unit owned by AHFC.
- Adults are eligible if they intend to enroll in a vocational, trade, or academic program.
- High school seniors may apply if they plan to begin a vocational, trade, or academic program in the semester immediately...
AHFC supports residents who are pursuing career advancement through its Education Scholarship program. Award recipients may receive federal assistance up to $2,500 to help pay for a range of educational and training goals, from short-term technical courses to college tuition.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be current recipients of AHFC public housing rental assistance (voucher program) or live in a unit owned by AHFC.
- Adults are eligible if they intend to enroll in a vocational, trade, or academic program.
- High school seniors may apply if they plan to begin a vocational, trade, or academic program in the semester immediately...
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation Scholarship
$11,000
The Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) is a strong advocate for education and the employment of tribal health professionals. The corporation has established a scholarship program to motivate members of the 58 tribes it serves, their descendants, and YKHC employees in good standing, along with their immediate family members, to seek further education and training in the healthcare field.
The allocation of funds will be in accordance with P.L. 93-638, the Indian Education and Self-Determination Act. Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled either full-time or part-time in an accredited program that leads to licensure or certification in...
The Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) is a strong advocate for education and the employment of tribal health professionals. The corporation has established a scholarship program to motivate members of the 58 tribes it serves, their descendants, and YKHC employees in good standing, along with their immediate family members, to seek further education and training in the healthcare field.
The allocation of funds will be in accordance with P.L. 93-638, the Indian Education and Self-Determination Act. Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled either full-time or part-time in an accredited program that leads to licensure or certification in...
Caleb Scholars Program
$5,000
Thank you for your interest in the Caleb Scholars Program. Although we are not accepting applications right now, we value your dedication to strengthening Inuit leadership and conservation. Caleb Scholars are chosen once per year.
Important dates
- Next application cycle: academic year Fall 2026 / Spring 2027
- Application opens: May 2026
- Deadline: July 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM (your local time)
- Questions: calebscholars@kawerak.org
Before you apply
To prepare a competitive submission, review the eligibility requirements, application checklist, essay prompts, and Scholar expectations below. Additional resources—such as our letter-of-recommendation packet and sample essays—are available on the Caleb...
Thank you for your interest in the Caleb Scholars Program. Although we are not accepting applications right now, we value your dedication to strengthening Inuit leadership and conservation. Caleb Scholars are chosen once per year.
Important dates
- Next application cycle: academic year Fall 2026 / Spring 2027
- Application opens: May 2026
- Deadline: July 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM (your local time)
- Questions: calebscholars@kawerak.org
Before you apply
To prepare a competitive submission, review the eligibility requirements, application checklist, essay prompts, and Scholar expectations below. Additional resources—such as our letter-of-recommendation packet and sample essays—are available on the Caleb...
Young Women in Public Affairs Award
$5,000
Overview
Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life.
History and impact
Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries.
Program structure and prizes
The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...
Overview
Zonta’s Young Women in Leadership Award (previously called the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) honors young women aged 16–19 who have shown leadership ability and a commitment to public service and civic causes, and aims to encourage continued involvement in public and political life.
History and impact
Since the program began in 1990, Zonta has presented 1,165 awards, distributing a total of US$1,858,750 to 993 recipients from 60 countries.
Program structure and prizes
The initiative is administered at three levels: Zonta club, district and international. Zonta International provides 37 international awards, each worth US$5,000. Each district may nominate...
