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Federal Pell Grant

Up to $7,395/year

Federal

Undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (determined by FAFSA EFC).

Deadline: June 30 (FAFSA deadline for current award year)
Official website

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

$100 – $4,000/year

Federal

Undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Pell Grant recipients get priority. Funds vary by school.

Deadline: Varies by school (apply early via FAFSA)
Official website

Federal Work-Study

Varies (hourly wages, typically $10–$20/hr)

Federal

Students with financial need who want to earn money through part-time employment while enrolled.

Deadline: Varies by school (apply via FAFSA)
Official website

National Merit Scholarship

$2,500 one-time (corporate/college-sponsored awards vary)

National

High school juniors who score in the top 1% on the PSAT/NMSQT and advance through the selection process.

Deadline: October (PSAT taken junior year)
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Coca-Cola Scholars Program

$20,000

National

High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA who demonstrate leadership and community service.

Deadline: October 31
Official website

Gates Scholarship

Full cost of attendance (last-dollar funding)

NationalAny

Pell-eligible high school seniors who are Black, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, or Native American with a minimum 3.3 GPA.

Deadline: September 15
Official website

Dell Scholars Program

$20,000 over 4 years + laptop + textbook credits

National

Students who have participated in an approved college-readiness program, demonstrate financial need, and have a minimum 2.4 GPA.

Deadline: December 1
Official website

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship

Up to $55,000/year

National

High-achieving high school seniors with financial need (family income under $95,000). Minimum 3.5 GPA.

Deadline: November 18
Official website

QuestBridge National College Match

Full 4-year scholarship at partner colleges

National

High-achieving, low-income high school seniors (generally household income under $65,000).

Deadline: September 26
Official website

Regeneron Science Talent Search

Up to $250,000 (top award)

Activity-BasedSTEM

High school seniors who complete an independent science, math, or engineering research project.

Deadline: November (registration opens in June)
Official website

Siemens Competition (now part of Regeneron ISEF)

Up to $100,000

Activity-BasedSTEM

High school students who compete in regional and national ISEF-affiliated science fairs.

Deadline: Varies by regional fair
Official website

FIRST Robotics Scholarships

Varies ($500 – $80,000)

Activity-BasedSTEM

Students who have participated in FIRST Robotics competitions. Over $80 million in scholarships from 200+ providers.

Deadline: Varies by provider
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Barry Goldwater Scholarship

$7,500/year for up to 2 years

Activity-BasedSTEM

College sophomores and juniors pursuing research careers in STEM fields. Must be nominated by their institution.

Deadline: January 31 (campus deadline varies)
Official website

Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship

$40,000 (4 years) + paid internship at Amazon

Activity-BasedSTEM

High school seniors planning to study computer science at an accredited US university.

Deadline: January (varies annually)
Official website

Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

$1,000 – $10,000 (Gold Medal Portfolio awards)

Activity-BasedArts

Students in grades 7–12 who submit original works of art or writing in 29 categories.

Deadline: December (varies by region)
Official website

YoungArts Foundation

Up to $10,000 cash + mentorship

Activity-BasedArts

Students ages 15–18 (or grades 10–12) in visual, literary, or performing arts.

Deadline: October 11
Official website

National YoungArts Week

Up to $10,000 + Presidential Scholar nomination

Activity-BasedArts

YoungArts winners invited to Miami for masterclasses and performances with top artists.

Deadline: By invitation after YoungArts application
Official website

DECA Scholarships

Varies ($500 – $10,000)

Activity-BasedBusiness

DECA members who have competed at state or international events in marketing, finance, hospitality, or management.

Deadline: March (varies by scholarship)
Official website

NFTE (Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship) Awards

Up to $25,000

Activity-BasedBusiness

Students who participate in NFTE entrepreneurship programs and compete in the national business plan competition.

Deadline: Varies (through school programs)
Official website

SkillsUSA Scholarships

$1,000 – $10,000

Activity-BasedVocational

SkillsUSA members pursuing careers in trade, technical, or skilled service occupations.

Deadline: Varies by chapter and state
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Mike Rowe Works Foundation Work Ethic Scholarship

Varies (typically $5,000 – $10,000)

Activity-BasedVocational

Students planning to pursue a career in the skilled trades. Must demonstrate work ethic and commitment to a trade skill.

Deadline: March 31
Official website

National FFA Organization Scholarships

$1,000 – $25,000

Activity-BasedAgriculture

Current or former FFA members pursuing degrees in agriculture or related fields.

Deadline: January 15
Official website

Prudential Emerging Visionaries (formerly Spirit of Community)

$2,500 – $15,000

Activity-BasedLeadership

Students in grades 5–12 who have demonstrated outstanding community service and social impact.

Deadline: November 7
Official website

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student

Up to $60,000 over 4 years

Activity-BasedLeadership

High school seniors who are US citizens. Judged on academics, leadership, and financial need.

Deadline: November 1
Official website

AXA Achievement Scholarship

$10,000 – $25,000

Activity-BasedLeadership

High school seniors who demonstrate ambition and drive through outstanding achievement in school or community activities.

Deadline: December 15
Official website

NACE (National Association of Collegiate Esports) Scholarships

Varies ($500 – full tuition at member schools)

Activity-BasedGaming

Students who compete in varsity esports at NACE member colleges. Over 170 member schools offer scholarships.

Deadline: Varies by school (apply directly to esports programs)
Official website

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship

Full tuition at any Indiana college + $900/year stipend

Activity-BasedFaithIN

Indiana residents with strong academics, leadership, and community involvement. Awarded through local community foundations.

Deadline: Varies by county (typically September–October)
Official website

United Methodist Church Scholarships

$500 – $5,000

Activity-BasedFaith

Active members of the United Methodist Church who are enrolled or planning to enroll at UMC-related colleges.

Deadline: March 1
Official website

Civil Air Patrol Scholarships

$1,000 – $7,500

Activity-BasedMilitary

CAP cadet members pursuing aerospace, aviation, or STEM studies.

Deadline: January 31
Official website

UNCF Scholarships (United Negro College Fund)

Varies ($500 – $10,000+, many specific programs)

Minority & First-Gen

African American students with financial need attending UNCF member institutions or other accredited colleges.

Deadline: Varies by program (rolling)
Official website

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

$500 – $5,000

Minority & First-Gen

Students of Hispanic heritage with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are US citizens, permanent residents, or DACA-eligible.

Deadline: February 15
Official website

APIA Scholars (Asian & Pacific Islander American)

Up to $20,000

Minority & First-Gen

Asian or Pacific Islander American students with financial need and community involvement.

Deadline: January 11
Official website

American Indian College Fund

Varies ($1,000 – $10,000)

Minority & First-Gen

Native American and Alaska Native students attending tribal colleges or mainstream universities.

Deadline: May 31 (varies by program)
Official website

Point Foundation (LGBTQ+ Scholarships)

Varies (average $10,000–$15,000/year, renewable)

Minority & First-Gen

LGBTQ+ students with strong academics and leadership who face financial barriers to education.

Deadline: January 28
Official website

First Scholars Network (NASPA)

Varies by institution

Minority & First-Gen

First-generation college students at First Scholars Network member institutions. Support includes mentorship and financial aid.

Deadline: Varies by school
Official website

TheDream.US Scholarship

Up to $33,000 (national) or $80,000 (Opportunity)

Minority & First-Gen

DREAMers (DACA/TPS recipients or those who meet the DREAM Act criteria) with financial need.

Deadline: February (varies annually)
Official website

Ron Brown Scholar Program

$40,000 over 4 years

Minority & First-Gen

African American high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service.

Deadline: January 9
Official website

Post-9/11 GI Bill

Full tuition + housing + books (at public in-state rates, or private cap)

Military & ROTC

Veterans and service members with at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after 9/10/2001. Benefits transferable to dependents.

Deadline: No deadline (apply anytime after service)
Official website

Army ROTC Scholarship

Full tuition + $1,200/year books + monthly stipend

Military & ROTC

High school seniors or current college students who commit to Army service after graduation. Must meet physical and academic standards.

Deadline: February 4
Official website

Navy ROTC Scholarship

Full tuition + books + fees + monthly stipend

Military & ROTC

US citizens age 17–23 who meet academic and physical requirements and commit to Navy or Marine Corps service.

Deadline: January 31
Official website

Air Force ROTC Scholarship

Full tuition + $900/year books + monthly stipend

Military & ROTC

US citizens who meet academic (GPA/SAT/ACT) and physical requirements. Available for 3- and 4-year awards.

Deadline: January 12
Official website

Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship

Varies (covers unmet educational expenses)

Military & ROTC

Active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or professional degrees.

Deadline: February 28
Official website

Fisher House Foundation Scholarships for Military Children

$2,000

Military & ROTC

Unmarried children (under 23) of active duty, reserve, or retired military members. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Deadline: February 13
Official website

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

Up to $10,000 (higher for STEM)

Military & ROTC

Children of Marines, Navy Corpsmen, and other eligible sponsors with family income below $108,000.

Deadline: March 1
Official website

Cal Grant (California)

Up to $14,296/year (Cal Grant A) or $1,656/year (Cal Grant B)

StateCA

California residents attending eligible California colleges. Based on GPA and financial need via FAFSA/CADAA.

Deadline: March 2
Official website

TEXAS Grant

Up to $10,614/year (varies by institution)

StateTX

Texas residents with financial need attending public Texas universities. Must complete FAFSA and meet academic requirements.

Deadline: January 15 (priority FAFSA deadline)
Official website

New York TAP (Tuition Assistance Program)

Up to $5,665/year

StateNY

New York State residents attending approved NY colleges. Based on taxable income (under $80,000 for dependent students).

Deadline: June 30 (apply via FAFSA)
Official website

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship

75% – 100% of tuition (depending on tier)

StateFL

Florida residents with strong academics (GPA + SAT/ACT) who attend eligible Florida institutions. Three tiers based on achievement.

Deadline: August 31 (after high school graduation)
Official website

Illinois MAP Grant

Up to $7,044/year

StateIL

Illinois residents with financial need attending approved Illinois colleges. Based on FAFSA (funds run out quickly).

Deadline: As soon as possible after October 1 FAFSA opens
Official website

Ohio College Opportunity Grant

Up to $3,500/year

StateOH

Ohio residents with an EFC of $2,190 or less attending eligible Ohio or Pennsylvania institutions.

Deadline: October 1 (apply via FAFSA, funds limited)
Official website

Georgia HOPE Scholarship

Covers tuition at Georgia public colleges (or partial at private)

StateGA

Georgia residents who graduate from an eligible high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must maintain 3.0 GPA in college.

Deadline: Last day of classes each term
Official website

North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)

Up to $3,200/year at UNC schools

StateNC

NC residents attending UNC system schools with financial need (EFC of $5,846 or less).

Deadline: Varies by institution (apply via FAFSA)
Official website

Pennsylvania State Grant

Up to $5,750/year

StatePA

Pennsylvania residents attending approved PA or reciprocal-state schools. Based on financial need via FAFSA.

Deadline: May 1 (August 1 for renewals)
Official website

Washington College Bound Scholarship

Full tuition + $500/books at public WA colleges

StateWA

WA students who sign up in 7th or 8th grade, graduate high school, and have family income at or below 65% of state MFI.

Deadline: June 30 of 8th grade year (sign-up)
Official website

University Automatic Merit Scholarships

$2,000 – $25,000+/year (varies by school)

University Merit

Many universities automatically award merit scholarships based on GPA and test scores at admission. No separate application needed. Examples: University of Alabama, Arizona State, University of Kentucky, Iowa State, and hundreds more.

Deadline: No separate deadline (awarded with admission)
Official website

University Competitive Merit Scholarships

$5,000 – full tuition

University Merit

Prestigious named scholarships at individual universities that require a separate application, essays, and often interviews. Examples: Stamps Scholarship, Morehead-Cain (UNC), Robertson (Duke), Jefferson (UVA).

Deadline: Varies by university (typically November–January)
Official website

Local Community Foundation Scholarships

$500 – $10,000 (typically)

Local

Community foundations in nearly every US county offer scholarships with very few applicants. Search your local community foundation's website. Eligibility often based on residency, high school attended, or field of study.

Deadline: Varies (typically January–April)
Official website

Rotary Club Scholarships

$500 – $30,000

Local

Students in the local Rotary Club district. Awards vary widely by club. Contact your local Rotary Club or search their district website.

Deadline: Varies by club (typically February–April)
Official website

Kiwanis Club Scholarships

$500 – $5,000

Local

Students connected to local Kiwanis clubs through Key Club membership or community involvement.

Deadline: Varies by club
Official website

Local Elks Lodge Scholarships

$1,000 – $4,000

Local

Students who live within the jurisdiction of a local Elks Lodge. Separate from the national MVS award.

Deadline: Varies by lodge (typically January–March)
Official website

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