SCHOLARSHIP CORNER
This page is a simple and quick way to find exciting financial
aid and scholarship opportunities. Check back regularly because you
never know what will become available next!
ACT Scholarship Giveaway
ACT® Registered Test Entries Accepted: February 2020, April 2020,
June 2020, July 2020
Enter for your chance to win a $15,000 Scholarship + $5,000 Tech
Package in the ACT Scholarship Giveaway! Eligible sophomores,
juniors and seniors who register for the ACT® test between 9.3.2019
and 6.26.2020 are automatically entered for a chance to win. It's
that easy! No purchase necessary or ACT test registration
necessary. Sweepstakes subject in all respects to complete official
rules.*See Official Rules for eligibility requirements, entry
details, and instructions (including alternate entry
instructions).
Website: http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/act-scholarship-giveaway.html
American Indian College Fund
Deadline: Various
The American Indian College Fund (AICF) was established in 1989 to
provide scholarships to American Indian/Alaska Native students
attending tribal colleges. The AICF is devoted to funding and
creating awareness about the community-based accredited tribal
colleges and universities that offer students access to knowledge
and skills alongside Native culture, language, and values. The
American Indian College Fund also provides scholarships to
undergraduate and graduate students attending any other accredited
public or non-profit private college all across the United
States.
Website: http://collegefund.org/student-resources/scholarships
American Indian Science and Engineering
Society
Deadline: Various
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) helps
students move forward in their educational journeys by providing a
wide range of programs and scholarship opportunities. AISES
scholarships help students acquire skills and training that will
help them meet the unique STEM needs of our communities. Students
are highly encouraged to apply for all the scholarships they are
eligible for!
Website: http://www.aises.org/scholarships
BestColleges.com
Deadline: Various
The goal of BestColleges is to help students maximize free money
for college by providing them with updated and accurate scholarship
information. They have compiled an extensive list of scholarships
for criminal justice majors, including criminal justice
scholarships and criminal justice grants specifically for
undergraduates, graduate students, minorities, and women.
Website: http://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/criminal-justice-scholarships/
McNair Scholars Program
Deadline: Year-Round
This scholarship program is designed to prepare students for
careers as graduate students, professors or professional
researchers. Applicants must be full-time college students, have
completed 42 hours or more, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and be a first
generation college student or a student from an underrepresented
ethnic group.
Website: https://mcnairscholars.com/resources/
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Deadline: Various
The Oklahoma City Community Foundation is home to more than 120
scholarship funds established by individuals, organizations and
companies. These funds share the common goal of helping to make a
difference in the lives of others. The foundation is now able to
receive your transcripts electronically if your high school
participates in this free service. Please see OCCF's website for
details about each scholarship.
Website: https://occf.org/scholarships/
Tuck Sleep Scholarships
Deadline: Various
Many scholarships today are geared toward specific candidates,
including those who struggle with sleep-related issues. Tuck.com
provides more than $500,000 in scholarship funding for
undergraduate and graduate students. Some of these awards target
sleep-deprived individuals, while others are available to students
pursuing degrees in sleep science and other areas of psychology and
mental health.
Website: https://www.tuck.com/sleep-scholarships/
UCanGo2.org
Deadline: Various
Check out UCanGo2.org for numerous scholarship opportunities for
middle school, high school, college and adult students. They
provide you with links to scholarships by deadline and by category,
as well as a new scholarship of the week each Monday. UCanGo2 also
offers free information on college planning and financial aid.
Visit their website to find these helpful tools!
Website: http://ucango2.org/Scholarships.html
Varsity Tutors Scholarship
Deadline: Monthly
Varsity Tutors holds a monthly $200 college scholarship contest
where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt.
Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote
via social media for submitted entries. The five entries with the
most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month
and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $200 college
scholarship.
Website: https://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship
August Scholarships
Straight North STEM Scholarship
Deadline: August 1, 2020
With internet marketing becoming more complex and challenging by
the day, successful execution requires a solid education. As an
industry leader, Straight North supports students pursuing degrees
in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines.
Through the Straight North STEM Scholarship, one winning student
will receive $1,000 to be used toward his or her degree. In
addition, two runners-up will receive a $250 book scholarship. To
qualify, undergraduate or graduate students must be majoring in a
STEM field of study and attending an accredited college or
university.
Website: https://www.straightnorth.com/scholarship/
Confident Writers Scholarship
Deadline: August 8, 2020
ConfidentWriters.com is calling all students to show their
literary genius, get published and win big! Your opportunity to win
a cash scholarship is here, ready and waiting for you. Have no
fear. Put away your doubts because you don't have to be an advanced
writer to qualify. Grab your computer and let your imagination run
wild onto those pages. This is your chance to make your creativity
and imagination get the best of you. The judges will score and rank
the top three winners, who will then be awarded $700, $500, and
$300 scholarships.
Website: https://www.confidentwriters.com/scholarship-essay-contest/
LawnStarter Lawntrepreneur Scholarship
Deadline: August 20, 2020
The Lawntrepreneur Scholarship is funding tomorrow's
entrepreneurs. Applicants must be high school seniors who are going
to pursue a college degree or full-time college students. One
$1,000 scholarship will be awarded based on an essay describing why
you're passionate about building a business.
Website: https://www.lawnstarter.com/scholarship
Active Life Scholarship for Political
Expression
Deadline: August 31, 2020
This scholarship is designed to encourage students to explore and
express their political opinions and become more active in both
local and national politics. Applicants must be currently enrolled
in college or graduate school or be an adult learner. One $1,000
scholarship will be awarded.
Website: http://www.getupgetactive.org/active-life-political-awarenes/
The Clubs of America Scholarship Award for Career
Success
Deadline: August 31, 2020
Clubs of America is proud to offer the "Clubs of America
Scholarship Award" for students pursuing their career aspirations.
This $1,000 annual scholarship will help students consider their
aspirations as well as ease the burden of the costs of higher
education. Applicants must write an essay of no fewer than 600
words about their career aspirations and how their current course
load will help them achieve success in their careers. YouTube
submissions are optional. Videos should be no longer than 5
minutes. (Essays submitted via YouTube must also be submitted in
writing.) One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded.
Website: http://www.greatclubs.com/scholarship-award-for-career-success.asp
The Hammock Expert Scholarship
Deadline: August 31, 2020
At The Hammock Expert, they recognize that the investment in
knowledge pays the best interest for the future. That is why they
are excited to announce their annual college/technical school
scholarship for high school, undergraduate and graduate students.
Each year they will award up to $6,000 in scholarships, in $1,500
increments, to deserving students that are looking to be successful
in life. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum 2.8
cumulative GPA (high school or university) and submit a 1000-1500
word essay answering the following question: How do you see
technology impacting the world around us in the future and where do
you see yourself in this future?
Website: http://thehammockexpert.com/scholarship
Press Cleaners Scholarship
Deadline: August 31, 2020
Press loves to see new ideas flourish, and it's one of the main
reasons they created their scholarship. They're growing quickly and
want to give back to students in need of a little help in their own
entrepreneurial ventures. Applicants must submit an essay outlining
their business idea, a current schedule or other proof of
enrollment and an updated resume. One student will receive a $1,000
scholarship.
Website: https://www.presscleaners.com/scholarship/
RentHop's College and University Scholarship
Program
Deadline: August 31, 2020
The RentHop Apartment Scholarship awards up to $2,000 a year to
eligible undergraduate students in bachelor and associate degree
programs in the US who demonstrate the ambition, diligence,
leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit that is central to their
company culture. Applicants must apply using their school email
address. If their school does not provide one, then they may still
apply using their personal email and include a PDF file of their
acceptance letter to an undergraduate program. One winner will
receive a cash scholarship of $1,000 and an optional part-time or
full-time internship with RentHop.
Website: https://www.renthop.com/college_scholarship
September Scholarships
Love Your Career Scholarship
Deadline: September 10, 2020
The founder of JonesTshirts is a firm believer in the importance
of loving your career. It affects every aspect of your life. Your
family can see a difference when they know you don't dread going to
work every day. You're happier and those around you are happier.
It's important to start thinking about this concept early!
Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university at the time
of application. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded.
Website: https://www.jonestshirts.com/scholarship
Vitality Medical's Student Disability Scholarship
Program
Deadline: September 15, 2020
Vitality Medical's Student Disability Scholarship Program is
designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work
hard and want to make a significant impact in their school and
community. Applicants must submit a visual poem on the theme of
"how using disability aids has added vitality to your life".
Students must also submit a personal statement with their poem.
Each winner will receive $500.
Website: https://www.vitalitymedical.com/scholarship
GoSkills Scholarship for Women Who Want to Be the
Boss
Deadline: September 15, 2020
GoSkills is eager to offer a scholarship exclusively for women who
want to execute their business ideas. Any female high-school or
college student who wants to start her own online business is
eligible to apply for this $2,000 award. Applicants must submit an
application and provide their business plan.
Website: https://www.goskills.com/scholarship
We the Future Contest
Deadline: September 17, 2020
Contest categories include elementary, middle school, high school
and college students. Within each grade range, students may submit
entries in various categories. One winner will be chosen in each
category, in each grade level. Winners will receive a $1,000
scholarship and may be chosen to appear publicly to promote their
contest entry.
Website: https://constitutingamerica.org/?s=scholarship
DDSRank Dental Scholarship
Deadline: September 20, 2020
DDSRank understands the value of investing in the future of
dentistry. To help students pursue a career in dentistry, they're
awarding one $500 scholarship to help cover tuition or the cost of
books. Applicants must submit an essay describing how the internet
will reshape - or already is reshaping - the field of dentistry.
Website: https://www.ddsrank.com/scholarship/
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Deadline: September 21, 2020
Students in 12th grade, college or graduate school may apply.
Awards include: One 1st Place award of $25,000; three 2nd Place
awards of $2,500; five 3rd Place awards of $500; and 50 Finalist
awards of $100. Students must select from one of three topics
listed on the website to write an essay. Essays will be judged on
whether the student is able to argue for and justify his or her
view - not on whether the Institute agrees with the view the
student expresses. Judges will look for writing that is clear,
articulate and logically organized. Winning essays must demonstrate
an outstanding grasp of the philosophic meaning of Atlas
Shrugged.
Website: https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#atlasshrugged-1
DDSRank Dental Scholarship
Deadline: September 20, 2020
DDSRank understands the value of investing in the future of
dentistry. To help students pursue a career in dentistry, they're
awarding one $500 scholarship to help cover tuition or the cost of
books. Applicants must submit an essay describing how the internet
will reshape - or already is reshaping - the field of dentistry.
Website: https://www.ddsrank.com/scholarship/
Don't Text and Drive Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2020
The purpose of this scholarship is to help students understand the
risks of texting while driving. Applicants must be high school
freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors or current or entering
college or graduate school students of any level. Home schooled
students are also eligible. There is no age limit. Applicants must
also be U.S. citizens or legal residents. To apply, complete the
application form including a 140-character message about texting
while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as
finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500-
to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving. The winner will
receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Website: http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-and-drive-scholarship/
Nitro College Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2020
The $2,000 Nitro Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to legal
residents of the United States. Applicants must be 17 years old or
older at the time of entry and be high school seniors or college
students in the US. Parents of high school seniors and current
college students may also apply.
Website: https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application
Shout It Out Scholarship
Deadline: September 30, 2020
Have something on your mind? Let it out, or better yet SHOUT it
out. Give your thoughts a voice and earn free college money at the
same time. Unigo's Shout It Out Scholarship committee wants to know
what you have to say. Whether it's a message for the world or just
a quick "hi mom," this is your opportunity to speak up and win
money for college. They're listening! Let your keyboard be your
megaphone, and shout out your message. This unique scholarship
gives you the platform to speak up - and cash in. The "loudest"
applicant will receive the $1,500 Shout It Out Scholarship reward.
Applicants must be 13 years of age or older at the time of
application, be legal residents of the United States or the
District of Columbia, and be currently enrolled (or enroll no later
than the fall of 2025) in an accredited post-secondary institution
of higher education.
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/shout-it-out-scholarship
October Scholarships
AES Engineering Solutions
Deadline: October 5, 2020
AES Engineering is pleased to continue offering scholarships to
motivated students as they further their education. One scholarship
of $500 will be awarded. Students must submit an essay of between
500 and 1000 words to answer the following question: When you look
back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to
consider your life successful? What relationships or
accomplishments will be important on this journey? Applicants are
not required to be taking engineering courses to be eligible.
Website: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
OSCA Graduate Student Scholarship
Deadline: October 15, 2020
The OSCA Scholarship is for Oklahoma School Counselor Association
members in a Counseling graduate program. Applicants must be in a
master's program in Oklahoma and plan on being a school counselor
in Oklahoma. They must also attach official transcripts showing
undergraduate and graduate work. A $500 check will be paid to the
Bursars' Office of the recipient's attending college.
Website: http://www.okschoolcounselor.org/OSCAR-Scholarship
Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
Deadline: October 15, 2020
The Economic Secretariat is offering one motivated undergraduate
student a $500 scholarship to help them on their entrepreneurial
journey. What ways do you consider yourself an entrepreneur? What
motivates you to work hard in everything that you do? Applicants
must be enrolled, or due to be enrolled, as a full-time student at
an accredited college or university for the semester when they are
applying to receive the scholarship. Applicants are not required to
have a minimum GPA. Domestic, international, and undocumented
students may apply.
Website: https://www.ecosecretariat.org/scholarship/
College JumpStart Scholarship
Deadline: October 17, 2020
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based
competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to
10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students.
The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school
and can express your goals for getting a higher education. The
first place prize is a $1,000 scholarship to help cover educational
expenses. This award can be used at any college or university in
the United States.
Website: http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net
Horatio Alger Oklahoma Scholarship Program
Deadline: October 25, 2020
This program specifically assists high school students who have
faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. The
scholarships are funded by Horatio Alger Members who, like the
Scholars, have experienced challenges but ultimately overcame them
to become successful business and civic leaders. To be eligible for
the $10,000 scholarship, applicants must be enrolled full time as a
high school senior and be planning to enter a college in the United
States in the fall following graduation.
Website: https://www.okcu.edu/financialaid/types-of-assistance/scholarships/freshmen/horatio-alger/
Coca-Coca Scholars Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2020
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based
scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are
recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their
commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and
communities. With the 31st class in 2019, the Foundation has
provided over 6,150 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $69 million
in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each
year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
Website: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/?s=Scholarship+deadline
National Eagle Scout Association
Scholarships
Deadline: October 31, 2020
There are three types of Eagle Scholarships: academic, merit, and
field study. Eligibility requirements vary for each type of
scholarship. Students must be a member of the National Eagle Scout
Association. Scholarship amounts range from $2,000 to
$50,000.
Website: https://nesa.org/for-eagle-scouts/scholarships/
The George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art
Contest
Deadline: October 31, 2020
The George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest offers young
artists interested in hunting and wildlife an outlet to use their
creative talent, practice artistic techniques, and refine wildlife
identification skills through the creation of original works. The
NRA does this contest to encourage youth to nurture their interest
for the visual arts, hunting, and wildlife conservation. It also
reinforces the positive effects of hunting and wildlife
conservation with the public at large.
Website: https://artcontest.nra.org/faqs/
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2020
Unigo finally has a scholarship for zombie fans! Have you been
thinking about what you'd do if the streets were filled with
flesh-eating zombies? Hone your survival tactics and imagine your
school might be like in a zombie apocalypse. The scholarship
committee wants to know your plan to avoid the zombies, where you'd
hide, and the top five things you'd bring to stay alive. Applicants
must be at least 13 years old. One $2,000 will be awarded.
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship