Reputable Sites for Scholarship Search
Carr Academic Scholarship
With a Carr Scholarship, you can earn up to 4,500 per academic year just by continuing what you have been doing in high school, keeping up your grades and steering toward the future. And, you can get that education at a university listed by Princeton Review as one of "The Best 371 colleges"
https://www.angelo.edu/admissions-and-aid/paying-for-college/scholarships/carr-academic-scholarship/
Voice of Democracy Program
Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of Foreign Wars' (VFW) premier scholarship program. Each year more than 100,000 high school students compete for more than $2.5 million in scholarships and incentives. Students compete by writing and recording a broadcast script on an annual patriotic theme. This year's theme is "Is There Pride in Serving in Our Military?"
https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships
Area Go Texan Scholarships
70 four-year, $15,000 college scholarships presented to outstanding eligible students representing the counties participating in the Show's Area Go Texan program. This includes an additional 10 awards to be given at large to students withing the 60 counties represented in the Area Go Texas Scholarship Program.
https://www.rodeohouston.com/Educational-Support/Scholarships/Apply
Next Step Magazine Super Teen
Contest open to all students who will be in high school in the year 2018-2019 school year.
http://www.nextSTEPmag.com
American Legion
The 2019 American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program "A Constitutional Speech Contest". High school students will enter competition to qualify for the National Oratorical Program, with an ultimate award of $160,000 in scholarships.
https://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy
Ramos Law Group Family Law Scholarship
The following scholarship opportunities are arranged by the month applications are due.
October
Wendy's High School Heisman https://www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com/
AES Engineers Scholarship
To be eligible the students needs to answer on eof the essay questions that they will find on our site at
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Amount of award: $500
Outstanding Students of America
Scholarships program available for high school seniors payable to the college of the students' choice. See FAQ on website for more information.
http://www.scholarships4students.com/outstanding_students_of_america_scholarship.htm
Horatio Alger Association
Scholarships to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society. Apply online at
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
Each year the foundation awards 250 merit-based scholarships. Applicants should have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. You must apply on-line at
https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/, and you will need to have the school CEEB code, which is 441-091.
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in middle and high school grades for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. Created in 1995 by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Prinicpals[NASSP], the awards constitute the United Stats' largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteering at the local, state, and national level.
https://spirit.prudential.com/, or type in key phrase: Prudential Spirit of community awards.
Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway
Every student deserves a chance to realize their potential. That’s why Dr Pepper is giving away $2 million this year to help students across the country pursue their dreams.
Since 2008, the Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway Promotion and Contest has changed lives by giving away millions of dollars in tuition. With the challenges of rising tuition costs and studying full-time, Dr Pepper takes pride in helping students achieve their goals.
If you’re a student between the ages of 18-24, you can create a profile, submit your goal and upload a video to be considered—and if you know an 18-24-year-old who could use a boost, you can nominate them as well! National winners can earn up to $125,000 in tuition! https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/dr-pepper-tuition-giveaway-promotion/
November
Texas A&M University-Office of Honors Programs and Academic Scholarships
TAMU's office of Honors Programs and Academic Scholarships provides many competitive academic scholarships and honors study. One application allows qualified students to be considered for all scholarships available at Texas A&M. Information can be obtained from
https://launch.tamu.edu/Applications/All-Applications
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
The HSF Scholarship is designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Scholarships are available on a competitive basis to: high school seniors, undergraduate students, community college students transferring to four-year universities & graduate students. Awards are based on merit; amounts range from $500 ti $5,000 based on relative need among the scholars selected. For eligibility requirements visit:
Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award
To be eligible student must:
A) Over the past 2 years, completed a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer work.
B) Over the past 2 years, maintained a GPA of 3.5 or greater.
C) Be under the age of 21 years of age on the day of the deadline.
D) Submit an essay on the topic prior to deadline.
Apply at:
https://usascholarships.com/youth-volunteer-scholarship-award/
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE)
Free Speech Student Essay Contest
Scholarship prizes will be awarded as follows: One student will receive a $10,000 first prize, One student will receive a $5,000 second prize, and three $1,000 runner-up prizes. Four students will each receive a $1,000 college scholarship.
Emory Scholars Program
Emory Scholar awards span four years of undergraduate study and range from 2/3 tuition to full-tuition, room, board, and fees. While at Emory, scholars may participate in an extensive program of educational enrichment including independent research: they may receive stipends to enjoy cultural and social events; they may use awards to study abroad during the school year; and in their summers, they may participate in diverse service-learning opportunities. The nomination form along with the student's complete application for admission is required.
https://apply.emory.edu/apply/scholar.php
Society of Automotive Engineers
SAE offers a number of scholarships to qualified students who intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. Seniors who meet minimum requirements with regard to GPA and test scores as outlined in the individual requirements for each scholarship are encouraged to apply. Apply on-line at
https://www.sae.org/participate/scholarships
The NHS Scholarship
Since 1946, more than $19 million in scholarships has been awarded to outstanding NHS senior members. The scholarship program is supported by the parent organization of NHS, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
The Purpose of the Hagan Scholarship is to provide each recipient with the opportunity to obtain a four-year college education and graduate debt-free. The Free Workshops, Schwab Brokerage Accounts and Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum.
Dell Scholars Program
Dell Scholars program was designed to provide a support system for the challenges many students face while pursuing a degree. Even so, we recognize that college costs can be a significant burden for many students and their families. Nationally, 500 Dell Scholars are selected each year to receive a scholarship plus lots of non-monetary supports.
Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway
Tuition prizes awarded to help students reach their biggest goals. Open to students ages 18-24, see website for details.
https://www.drpeppertuition.com/program-details
Herrman & Herrman P.L.L.C Scholarhship
Herrman & Herrman encourages creativity and innovation. In our 2021 scholarship program, we want to recognize nine innovative students and three teachers who foster creativity in students.
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships
The Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarships are designed to recognize and reward the great steps students are taking to fight hunger in our communities across the United States. By submitting an application, you agree that what you send will be deemed non-confidential and you grant Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation and Sodexo, Inc. (along with its subsidiaries and affiliates) the right to use, copy, modify, edit, publish, transmit, and display your submission via any media, and that Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation and Sodexo, Inc. will be free to use your name and other identifying information, unless you specifically request in writing that we not do so.
https://tinyurl.com/yxm4ot38
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
In alignment with Equitable’s own mission of helping people achieve financial security so that they can face the future with confidence, the Equitable Excellence Scholarship places an emphasis on empowering students’ future plans so that they can continue to have positive impacts in their community. New for this year and to support students throughout their academic journeys, Equitable will provide 100, $5,000 annual scholarships that will be renewed to award recipients each academic year for four years, for a total of $20,000 per recipient. The company will also award 100 one-time $2,500 scholarships that can help students to underwrite immediate costs associated with higher education such as tuition, books or room and board.
December
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes
The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program honors student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, in their schools, and within their communities. Whether you're the lead scorer or the most spirited team player, we want to hear how you’ve taken the skills you've cultivated in the locker room and used them to create a powerful, positive impact on the lives of others around you.
Elks Grand Lodge Most Valuable Student
Most Valuable Student and Legacy Award applications are now available! MVS applications, available to all high school seniors who are U.S. citizens.
https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
US Navy Scholarships
Applicant must be a US citizen and at least 17 years old. Other requirements applicable depending on specific scholarship program. For More information contact the Naval reserve Officer Training Corps and Nurse NROTC program at
http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/scholarships.html
We the Students Essay Contest
Applicant must write an essay of 500 words. Visit the website for more details:
https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-prizes/
AQHF Scholarship Program
Complete a single application to determine your eligibility for available scholarship funding. Eligibility of applicants is based on the individual criteria and requirements provided for each scholarship offered. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, financial need and Quarter Horse involvement, as well as an applicant’s outstanding leadership and communication skills. The grading scale for selection of each scholarship will vary dependent upon the criteria established by that scholarship's donor.
January
Burger King Scholars
The Burger King Scholars program assists employees, employees' spouses or domestic partners, employees' children and high school seniors in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada in continuing their education. Eligibility and how to apply visit:
https://www.scholarsapply.org/burgerkingscholars/
Walmart Dependent Scholarship Program
To be eligible applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
A) Must be a U. S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States
B) Must be the dependent of a Walmart associate (employee) who has been actively employed within and division of Walmart for at least six consecutive months as of April 2, 2018.
C) Must be a high school (or home school) senior graduating between August 1, 2017 and July 31, 2018 or a GED candidate earning his or her diploma between August 1, 2017 and July 31, 2018.
D) Must have a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4-point scale (high school/home school seniors).
E) Must enroll as a freshman/1st year student in a full-time program of study at a two-year or four-year college or university. The school must be an accredited U.S. institution, and listed on the official website for the U.S. Department of Education (http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx). Military academies are not approved institutions.
F) Must have financial need and be able to demonstrated the need with required documents.
For More information:
https://www.college-financial-aid-advice.com/sam-walton-scholarship.html
Prairie View A&M USDA/1890 National Scholars Program
Details and eligibility can be completed online at
https://www.outreach.usda.gov/education/1890/
Ronald McDonald House Charities
As a part of the RMHC commitment to education, local RMHC Chapters, with support of RMHC Global, offer scholarships to eligible graduating US high school seniors who face limited access to educational and career opportunities in their communities. Scholarship awards are given on a student’s demonstrated academic achievement, financial need and community involvement. For more information:
https://rmhlv.org/what-we-do/scholarship-program/
Texas Student Housing Scholarship Program
A scholarship program that makes awards available to graduating seniors who are accepted to attend college in Austin, College Station, or Denton, Texas and have not signed off campus housing leases. Texas Women’s University normally does not permit first year Freshmen or Sophomore students to live off campus. The University of North Texas restricts Freshmen from living off-campus as well. Therefore, scholarships may be limited to upper-classmen at these universities. To apply:
http://www.texasstudenthousing.net/
First in My Family Scholarship Program
The First in My Family Scholarship Program, developed in partnership with the Hispanic College Fund, offers scholarships to Hispanic-American students who are the first in their family to attend college and have financial need. The program is open to Hispanic Americans who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents enrolled as full time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions. Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Scholarships range from $500 to $5,000. Refer to:
https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-type/first-in-family-scholarships/
Profile in Courage Essay Contest: For complete guidelines visit the Profile in Courage Award at
https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest/Getting-Started.aspx
The Sons of the Republic of Texas
Texas History Essay Contest
Rules and applications may be obtained by going to
http://www.srttexas.org/community.html
DECA Scholarship Opportunities
DECA students have the opportunity to apply and are not required to be a relative/employee in order to apply for most of the corporate scholarships.
http://www.deca.org/scholarships
February
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE)
Open to juniors and seniors in U.S. high schools, including home-schooled students, as well as U.S. citizens attending high school overseas. Additional questions regarding eligibility may be emailed to essaycontest@thefire.org.
https://www.thefire.org/resources/high-school-network/essay-contest/
W Price Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Each year the Texas Restaurant Association awards the W. Price Jr. Memorial Scholarship to students with a growing passion for the food service industry. The scholarship is named for W. Price Jr., the first executive director of the Texas Restaurant Association who served from 1953 until 1974. Seven scholarships of $1,000 are awarded to students graduating high school or those currently enrolled in a post secondary culinary programs.
https://www.petersons.com/scholarship/w-price-jr-memorial-scholarship-111_173503.aspx
KFC Foundation
For more information on the KFC Foundation Programs:
https://kfcfoundation.org/
University of Houston Frontier Fiesta Scholarships
The Frontier Fiesta Association offers a scholarship to incoming University of Houston students. Information can be found on-line at
http://www.uh.edu/fiesta/scholarships/
Cargill Community Scholarship Program
March
Heart of Texas Electric Coop Scholarship
https://www.hotec.coop/forms
Texas Farm Bureau Dick Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 - 1 Award
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Have attended the Texas Farm Bureau Youth Leadership Conference. B) Be a confirmed junior or senior in high school in order to qualify for the scholarship. Applications can be found by going to: https://scholarshipbuddytexas.com/scholarships/21901/dick-mitchell-memorial-scholarship.
Texas Distinguished Young Bobcat Award
$1,000 - 1 Award
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Student must be classified as a senior at a High School in the state of Texas. B) Student must be planning to attend Texas State University the fall following high school graduation. C) Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applications can be found by going to: https://scholarshipbuddytexas.com/scholarships/22370/distinguished-young-bobcat-award.
Texas Big Game Scholarships
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Be a graduating high school senior, entering college freshman, sophomore, or junior in Texas. B) Be planning on majoring in Agriculture and/or Natural Resource. Applications can be found by going to: https://scholarshipbuddytexas.com/scholarships/21212/texas-big-game-scholarships. Deadline: March 31, 2019
Smith-Hutson Scholarship Dedicated to providing opportunities to students who otherwise may not
have a chance to earn a baccalaureate degree, the Smith-Hutson
Scholarship Program is targeted toward individuals with demonstrated
financial need and academic potential. The Smith-Hutson Scholarship
Program provides educational opportunities for Texas high school
graduates pursuing a baccalaureate degree from Sam Houston State
University. Additionally, the Smith-Hutson Scholarship program is
available to transfer students from a Texas community college who are
pursuing a baccalaureate degree at Sam Houston State University. The
number of Smith-Hutson scholarships varies year-to-year depending on the
number of qualified applicants. To apply: http://www.shsu.edu/~coba/students/scholarships/
Catholic Life Insurance All American Scholar Program
https://www.cliu.com/member-benefits/scholarship/
The Max W. Schlotter Scholarship, in the amount of $1000, will be award to three Region VI graduating seniors who plan to major in education. The students must pursue an education in a Texas college or university.
https://www.esc6.net/571035_3
Lone Star Ag Credit
is a cooperative agricultural credit association. This group recognizes that the youth of our communities are the future leaders of America. That is why Lone Star Ag Credit awards ten $1000 scholarships to high school graduating seniors every year. For more information:
https://www.lonestaragcredit.com/
Don’t Mess with Texas Scholarship
This scholarship will recognize the achievements of Texas high school seniors who have taken leadership roles to prevent litter in their schools and communities. One $3000 scholarship and two $1500 scholarships will be awarded this spring. Applications available on-line at http://www.dontmesswithtexas.org/education-overview/scholarships/
April
Ayn Rand’s The Fountainhead Essay Scholarship
Essays written by 11th and 12 grade high school students will be judged on both style and content. Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate and logically organized. Winning essays must demonstrate an outstanding grasp of the philosophic and psychological meaning of The Fountainhead. For more information: https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests
Milam County Area Go Texan Scholarship
Applicant must be graduating from a Milam County public or private school and must have been a member of a Milam County 4-H Club or FFA organization in Milam County for two years while in high school. Application will be sent out through the Counselor Remind when it becomes available.
May
Texas Interscholastic League Foundation Scholarships
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must participate at the state level in a UIL academic contest
A) Must plan to attend an accredited college or university in the state of Texas. B) Must enroll full-time in college and maintain a 2.5 college GPA. Other criteria and applications can be found by going to: https://www.tilfoundation.org/scholarships/list/
Paradigm Challenge Scholarship
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a legal resident of one of the fifty states of the United States or the District of Columbia, or
B) Are United States citizens with a permanent United States address and are currently residing on an overseas United States military installation;
C) Be aged 7 to 18 years old and
D) Have their parents'/legal guardians' permission to participate. Applications can be found by going to:
https://usascholarships.com/the-paradigm-challenge/
B. Davis Scholarship
The creators of the "Student Award Search Aid" website are renewing the scholarship. Please visit our website at
http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to read about us and to apply for our scholarship. Amount: $1, 000.
June
Community Volunteer Scholarship
Eligibility: Must be enrolled full-time at a college or university in the USA or Canada, be in good standing with their current academic institution, exemplify outstanding community volunteer involvement and have permission from a parent or legal guardian if they are under the age of 18. Applications can be found by going to:
https://dealhack.com/scholarship
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants will be awarding up to $1000 in scholarships. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Full details are available to apply.
10 Words or Less Scholarship
This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org, who has been providing scholarship information to students and scholarship management services to companies for over 10 years. To be eligible for the 10 words or Less Scholarship a student must be between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2016, and submit an answer to the question on studentscholarships.org Facebook page. Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/easy.php
BigSun Scholarship
All student athletes are eligible for a $500 scholarship. Please visit our website at
http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
Other sites to check out for scholarship information:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps (scholarship sweepstakes)
www.fastweb.com/ (scholarships)
www.nextSTEPmag.com This website has information about careers, colleges, financial aid, and scholarships.
Search Engines
This website offers numerous links to valuable financial aid information, including scholarship search engines.
www.finaid.org
Nelnet
www.nelnet.com/win
Student Financial Assistance Information, U.S. Department of Education
This page takes you to some of the major publications on student aid.
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
International Students Scholarships
And Aid Help
www.iefa.org
International Students
www.internationalstudent.com
NACME Scholarship Program
www.nacme.org
National Alliance for Excellence
www.excellence.org
Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford
www.rhodesscholar.org
Ronald McDonald House Charities
www.rmhc.org/scholarships/rmhc-national-scholarship-program
Sallie Mae Free Online
www.salliemae.com
Scholarships for Study in
Paralegal Studies
www.paralegals.org
Siemens Westinghouse Competition
www.siemens-foundation.org
Harry S. Truman Scholarship
www.truman.org
Tylenol Scholarships
https://www.tylenol.com/news/scholarship
United States Institute of Peace
www.usip.org
William Randolph Hearst Endowed
www.apeninstitute.org
Scholarships for Women
AAUW
www.aauw.org
Texas Conference for Women
www.txconferenceforwomen.org/scholarships/php
Zonta International
www.zonta.org
Scholarships for Minorities
Gates Millennium Scholarship
www.gmsp.org
GE and LuLac
www.lulac.org
Hispanic College Fund
https://www.hsf.net/
Jackie Robinson Foundation
www.jackierobinson.org
Minority Health Program
www.ahcpr.gov
Ron Brown Scholarship
www.ronbrown.org
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
www.tmcf.org
United Negro College Fund
www.uncf.org
Scholarships for Children of Military Personnel
AFCEA International
www.afcea.org/awards/scholarships.htm
Air Force Aid Society
www.afas.org
Army Emergency Relief
www.aerhq.org
Fisherhouse
www.fisherhouse.org
Marine Corps Scholarships
https://mcsf.scholarshipapps.org/index.cfm
Military Page
www.military.com
Navy Marine Corps Relief
www.nmcrs.org
ROTC Scholarship
www.goarmy.com
Other Financial Aid / Scholarship Resources
The Council for Exceptional Children Scholarships are available for individuals planning on entering the field of special education. For more information, visit
www.special-ed-careers.org
Career Colleges and Schools
Career Colleges and Schools of Texas
$1,000.00 scholarship available for students planning to attend a career or technical in the state of Texas. Please visit with the College Recruiter for a list of schools, and additional information.
Imagine America
$1,000.00 career education award available to recent high school graduates pursuing post secondary education at career colleges across the United States. Students must have a 2.5 GPA, demonstrated voluntary community service, and financial need. Visit with the College Recruiter for more details.
Scholarships for Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Bank of America Abilities Scholarship Program
Scholarships awarded to students with disabilities and have a permanent residence in Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia , Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, new Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. Students should have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0. For more information, call 864-268-3363.
Anne Ford Scholarship
A $10,000 award given to a high school senior with an identified learning disability who plans to pursue an undergraduate degree. For more information, visit
www.ncld.org or call 212-545-7510.
P.Buckley Moss Society Harbison Award
Scholarships available for high school seniors with learning disabilities. For more information, write to the P. Buckley Moss Society, 601 Shenandoah Village Drive, Suite 1C, Waynesboaro, VA 22980. Interested parties may also call 540-943-5678.