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Scholarships Due in December
Annual Innovation Scholarship Contest
Herrman & Herrman encourages creativity and innovation. In our 2020 scholarship program, we want to recognize six innovative students and two teachers who foster creativity in students.
Herman & Herman encourages creativity and innovation. In our 2020 scholarship program, we want to recognize six innovative students and two teachers who foster creativity in students.
The contest is open to high school juniors and seniors.
Application Deadline: 12/01/2020
Awards: $2,500 (1st place), $1,500 (2nd place), $1,000 (3rd place)
National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholar Application
Since 2013, The National Space Club and Foundation has offered the opportunity for a student to give the keynote address at the National Space Club and Foundation's annual Goddard Memorial Dinner, one of the space industry's most prestigious gatherings. The student must intend to pursue a career in the Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) fields, be academically strong and excel in public speaking.
In addition to speaking at the Goddard Memorial Dinner, the individual selected will also receive a scholarship, in the amount of $10,000. This scholarship is awarded to a U.S. citizen, and is open to seniors in High School through graduate students studying at an accredited educational institution in the United States, who has definite plans to pursue a career in the STEM fields.
Application Deadline: 12/02/2020 11:59 EST
Award: $10,000
Zippia's Nurse Dream Job Scholarship
500 words or less essay on why you want to be a nurse. Open to everyone 18 years of age or older.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $1,000:
SuperMoney Financial Scholarship
Be enrolled full-time in high school as a senior. Have an overall average GPA of at least 3.0. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. Upload an unofficial transcript or an enrollment verification document. Submit a 400- to 600-word essay on the prompt as specified in the scholarship application.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2019
Award: $2,500
The Zebra-California Tour Guide Scholarship
This scholarship is for applicants planning to attend a four-year university, community college or trade school. The Zebra wants to see your your favorite road trip destination in California. Applicant will create a short video on a favorite road trip destination in California showcasing the student perspective.
Application Deadline: December 31st of each year
Award: $1,000
Nursing Scholarship
Open to all high school and college students interested in studying nursing.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $500
Art Scholarship
Open to all high school and college students interested in studying an art-related major.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $500
Culinary Scholarship
Open to all high school and college students interested in studying culinary arts.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $500
Beauty School Scholarship
Open to all high school and college students interested in studying cosmetology.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $500
The James W. McLamore WHOPPER® Scholarship Award Apprentice Ecologist Initiative
Scholarships awarded annually to the authors of the top three Apprentice Ecologist essays. Applicants must be in primary (middle school), secondary (high school), or accredited post-secondary (undergraduate at college or university) educational institution.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
UNIGO $10K Scholarship
Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite mobile app? See link for more details.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Community College Scholarship
Open to all current and prospective community college students.
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $500
Top Ten List Scholarship
There are many scholarships and colleges that want to know the number one thing you want people to know about you. Just one? That's it? "But, I'm amazing," you say. We hear you, and we know that it's tough to narrow down your awesomeness into one measly reason.
So, inspired by David Letterman and his top ten lists, we created the Top Ten List Scholarship. With so many awards based on grades and extracurricular activities, this unique scholarship gives you the chance to show us what's truly special and different about you. Get creative, be serious, or tug at our heart strings. Whatever you do, you only have ten reasons to convince us, so make each one count.
Need a number one reason to apply? How about the chance to win a $1,500 scholarship? Our Top Ten List Scholarship can only have one winner, so start narrowing down your own list and apply today!
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question:
"Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." (250 words or less)
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $1,500
Unigo $10K Scholarship
Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite mobile app?
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question:
"Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it? What's their favorite mobile app?" (250 words or less)
Application Deadline: 12/31/2020
Award: $10,000
Courage to Grow Scholarship
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.
Scholarships Due in January
The Ron Brown Scholarship
The Ron Brown Scholarship honors the legacy of Ronald H. Brown through a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans. RBSP competitively awards Ron Brown Scholars four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth.
Application deadline: January 9th of each year
John F. Kennedy - Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Open to high school students in grades 9th-12th.
Application Deadline: 1/17/2021 Awards: varies between $100-$10,000
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarships
2019-2020 Essay Competition
Applicants do not need to be a member of Mensa nor qualified for Mensa; however, there are separate awards for Mensa member and/or their dependents. Awards will be made on the basis of an essay of not more than 550 words, which describes the applicant's career, vocational, and/or academic goals for which the scholarship is to provide aid. Entries will be judged and awarded at three levels: local, regional and national.
Applicant Deadline: 1/15/2021
Awards: $600 and up
I Have a Dream Scholarship
It's crazy to think of all the amazing stories that happen as soon as we close our eyes and drift to sleep. It could be in a deep slumber or perhaps in a carefree daze, but our dreams can help shape our ideas, perceptions, and - now – education.
If we had that crazy contraption from "Inception," we could just live the dream with you. But, since we can't, we need you to tell us in our scholarship for dreamers. Did you have a dream that was off-the-wall, or maybe it was so real that you didn't know you were dreaming? Maybe you dream of a successful future or reaching your goals. Whatever your dreams might be, they could help you towards getting a scholarship for your college education.
Scholarships don't have to exist in your rich reveries. Let your dreams be your muse - and your ticket to free money for school. One "dreamer" in our I Have a Dream Scholarship Scholarship will receive $1,500 to help make his or her educational dream come true.
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question:
"We want to know... what do you dream about? Whether it's some bizarre dream you had last week, or your hopes for the future, share your dreams with us for a chance to win $1,500 for college." (250 words or less)
Application Deadline: 1/31/2021
Award: $1,500
Courage to Grow Scholarship
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.
Scholarships Due in February
BMI Foundation Scholarships
The BMI Foundation will administer distinct scholarship competitions that span all genres of American music and are aided by panelists of international musical acclaim.
Application Deadline: Varies - check website for details
Awards: Range from $5,000 to $20,000
California State PTA Scholarship
Your education doesn’t end once you walk across that high-school graduation stage. That’s why California State PTA has two scholarships to help you achieve your college dreams and your life goals.
Application Deadline and all supporting materials: 2/01/2020
CTA Scholarships
The California Teacher's Association is giving out 5 different scholarships. Please see the website for details.
Application Deadline: Please see the website for details.
Awards: up to $5,000
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Hacer Scholarship
Must be a graduating high school senior and younger than 21 years old. Must be eligible to attend a 2- or 4-year college, university or technical school a full course of study. Must enroll and attend an accredited institution in the academic year after their selection. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must have at least one parent or Hispanic heritage. Must have a minimum 2.7 GPA. Must demonstrated financial needs.
Application Deadline: 2/05/2020
Award: $100,000
Elks Legacy Award
This scholarships awards 4,000 to seniors whose parent or grandparent is a member of the Elks National Foundation.
Application Deadline: 1/31/2020 11:59am CT
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Grant
“JRF Scholars” are chosen through a selective application process, receive grants of up to $28,000 over four-years to attend an accredited college or university of their choice.
Application Deadline: 2/01/2020
Delta Theta Chi Sorority Scholarship
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Application Deadline: 2/1/2020
We the Students Essay Contest
What are essential qualities of a citizen in your community in 21st century America? See website for more information and details.
Application Deadline: Check website for information
Raincross Master Chorale-Vocal Music Scholarships
Applicant must:
A. Have a home resident in the greater Riverside area.
B. Be a graduating high school senior or college-age student.
C. Meet entrance requirement for/already be enrolled in an accredited two year community college or four year college or university.
D. Be a music major, or minor, with a voice emphasis and a goal of a career in music.
Application Deadline: 2/14/2020
Awards: $500-$1,000 (renewable)
BE SPARKLING. BE SMART. BE THE FUTURE.
Sparkling Ice® is awarding FIVE $5,000 scholarships to eligible high school seniors who are planning their bright and colorful futures. If this sounds like one of your students, tell them to apply today!
Application Deadline: 2/15/2020
Dollars for Scholars
Greater Riverside Dollars for Scholars awards tens of thousands of dollars to worthy students.
Application Deadline: 2/02/2020
Sweet and Simple Scholarship
And now, those simple gifts can really pay off in our Sweet and Simple Scholarship! Think back to a time when you received a special gift that seemed so unassuming yet made such a strong impact in your life. Was it a present you could open in a box or a humble gesture from a stranger?
Your gift will forever be priceless, but our Sweet and Simple Scholarship can help sweeten that present with a $1,500 award towards your college education. So, for those looking for an easy scholarship, keep it simple - sweet and simple.
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question:
"Not every gift has to be expensive or extravagant. In fact, sometimes it's the sweet and simple things that make a real difference in our lives. Think back and tell us about something you received as a gift and why it meant so much to you." (250 words or less)
Application Deadline: 2/29/2020
Award: $1,500
Courage to Grow
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.
Scholarships Due in March
Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship Program
Grow your college fund by applying to the Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship Program. Last year, Friends of the California State Fair awarded 26 students $44,000 in scholarships for the 2020-21 academic year. These students represent 20 California cities.
Application Deadline: 3/02/2021
Soroptimist Club Scholarship
This scholarship recognizes seniors who will graduate from high school with distinguished service to their school and community and who will be attending a community college, a university, or accredited private or technical school in the 2021-2022 school year. Award- $250-1,000
Selection Criteria:
Cal Trenza Founding Mother Scholarship
This scholarship is for those students who have encountered a difficult challenge yet to continue to succeed in their personal/academic endeavors.
Application Deadline: Check website in March
Courage to Grow Scholarship
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.
Soroptimist Club Scholarship Due in March
Scholarships Due in April
Frame My Future Scholarship
How do you envision your future? Whether through poetry, photography, ink, collage, painting, mixed media, or graphic design work, submit an original creation expressing what you hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college.
Application Deadline: 4/01/2020
Award: $5,000
Buffalo Wild Wings Scholarship
Interested in a rewarding career in the restaurant and food-service industry? We offer a variety of merit-based scholarships to students who want an education and a career in the food-service industry. This scholarship is for any student pursuing an education in a restaurant, food-service, or hospitality related major.
Application Deadline: 4/01/2020
Award: Visit website for details
ANS Incoming Freshmen Scholarship
The ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarships are awarded to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled, full-time, in college courses and are pursuing a degree in, or have the intent to purse a degree in nuclear engineering. ANS will give a maximum of four Incoming Freshman Scholarships annually.
Application Deadline: 4/01/2020
Award: $1,000 (4 awards)
Darius Quimby Memorial Scholarship
Operation Thank an Officer's Scholarship program provides scholarships every year to high school seniors who are children of currently serving or retired law enforcement officials and high school and college students who are pursuing a degree in the law enforcement field. For this particular scholarship, current high school seniors who wish to pursue a degree in a law enforcement field following their high-school graduation are eligible to apply.
Application Deadline: 4/05/2020
Award: $1,000
AGL Over the Rainbow Foundation Scholarship
Out of darkness, helping young adults reach the stars: The AGL Foundation, in honor and memory of Alex G. Luttrell, offers scholarships to upcoming high school graduates who are entering college to study Fine & Performing Arts.
Application Deadline: 4/06/2020
Award: $1,000
Alpha Kappa Sorority Scholarship
High school senior enrolled in schools located in Riverside or San Bernardino counties. Plan to attend a four-year college or university as a full-time student. Have a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0. Be engaged in school and/or community activities.
Application Deadline: 4/06/2020
College JumpStart Scholarship
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition - financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders and college students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education.
Application Deadline: 4/15/2020
Award: $1,000 (first place)
Cyber Security Scholarship
The Cyber Security scholarship is awarded annually to one high school senior or undergraduate college student who is currently or has attended high school in a rural community. In order to be considered for this scholarship, the applicant must demonstrate an interest in cyber security. The student must also be planning to attend college to pursue a degree in a computer technology related field, or already doing so as part of an undergraduate degree program.
Application Deadline: 4/15/2020
Award: $1,000
Renew It Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
1) Be attending college or university no later than September of 2020.
2) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.
3) Be attending or planning to attend a school in the US.
Application Deadline: 4/30/2020
Award: $1,000
Anthem Essay Contest - Scholarship
Essay contest for Ayn Rand's novel, Anthem. Submit an essay on one of three assigned topics, available to view on the contest website. No application is required. Contest is open to students worldwide. Essays must be written in English only. Entrant must be in 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade at the time of the current contest deadline.
Application Deadline: 4/30/2020
Award: $2,000
All About Education Scholarship
It's often been said that "education is the key to success." What doors could your educational "key" open? It's not cheap to get a college degree, and many college-bound students see a shut door for education. We're here to help open it again.
School can get expensive, so we want to know how winning a $3,000 All About Education Scholarship could help make a difference in your life. Will it ease the burden of student loans? Will it offer you the opportunity to pursue a dream? Will it help you inspire others to work towards their own goals?
Education can truly change a person's life - and this scholarship just might be that first step. Let us know why winning a scholarship for education matters to you.
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?" (250 words or less)
Application Deadline: 4/30/2020
Award: $3,000
Courage To Grow Scholarship
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.
Scholarships Due in May
Law Office of Randolph Rice
In today’s world of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, social media has become a prominent destination for people to acquire new information. According to www.journalism.org, 38% of adults obtain their news online, while 28% rely on social media or online applications. It’s not a secret that the modern news reader prefers easy and readily available information, such as infographics. For this reason, we are encouraging students to develop a new skill that can be applied during college or future career.
Application Deadline: 5/01/2020
Award: $1,500
PONY Baseball Scholarship
PONY Baseball and Softball is proud to announce an Alumni Scholarship for graduates of PONY 14U™ LEAGUE, COLT 16U™ LEAGUE and/or PALOMINO 18U™ LEAGUE. In order to be considered for a scholarship a PONY baseball or girl's softball player must play on a PONY affiliated PONY 14U™, COLT 16U™ and/or PALOMINO 18U™ team for at least two years prior to application and be a senior in high school.
Application must be received by certified mail: 5/01/2020
Award: $2,000
Kids Chance - Children of Injured Workers Scholarship
Kids’ Chance of California is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide need-based educational scholarships to children of California workers who have been fatally or seriously injured on the job.
Deadline: 5/15/2020
Awards: Range from $1,000 to $10,000
AED Superstore Scholarship
AED Superstore is a nationwide distributor of automated external defibrillators and related accessories dedicated to increasing awareness and education around CPR and AEDs. AED Superstore is located in northern Wisconsin and operates under Allied 100, LLC. AED Superstore is offering a bi-annual scholarship of $1,000 to eligible students.
Deadline: 5/31/2020
Award: $1,000
Fifth Month Scholarship
One is the loneliest number. Three is a crowd. Then there is five. What's so special about five? Well, for starters, this lucky number could help you win a $1,500 scholarship.
It would take more than just one hand to count all the reasons why the number five is important - and we want to know what you think! What is it about the number five that's so significant to you? One great reason is that May is the fifth month - which just so happens to be a great time to apply for fun scholarships.
Help us bring awareness to the fifth month and the number five. We're awarding one $1,500 scholarship to a lucky student - and an endless supply of high fives.
Applicants must:
- Be thirteen (13) years of age or older at the time of application
- Be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States or the District of Columbia
- Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2026) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education
Submit an online written response to the question:
"May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here's a high five to you for being original." (250 words or less)Application Deadline: 5/31/2020
Award: $1,500
Courage to Grow Scholarships
(1) 500 dollar scholarship is awarded every month for juniors and seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Deadline date is the last day of every month. Student is required to write an essay in 250 words or less about why he or she should be awarded this scholarship.
Application Deadline: Last day of every month.