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!
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
September Scholarships
Love Your Career Scholarship
Deadline: September 10, 2019
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
Cameron Impact Scholarship
Deadline: September 13, 2019
The Bryan Cameron Foundation awards four-year, full-tuition,
merit-based undergraduate scholarships to exceptional high school
students who have demonstrated excellence in academics,
extracurricular activities, leadership, and community service. The
foundation is looking for students who aspire to make a positive
change in their community and in the world at large. To apply,
students must complete the online application and submit two
letters of recommendation as well as their most recent transcript.
10 to 15 high school seniors will receive scholarships worth
$20,000 - $50,000 each over four years of college. The scholarship
is intended to cover tuition, fees, course-related expenses, books,
supplies, and equipment.
Website: https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/cameron-impact-scholarship
Vitality Medical's Student Disability Scholarship
Program
Deadline: September 15, 2019
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, 2019
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, 2019
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/contest-categories-2/#
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Deadline: September 19, 2019
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 22, 2019
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, 2019
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, 2019
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, 2019
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
OSCA Graduate Student Scholarship
Deadline: October 1, 2019
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
Create Real Impact Scholarship
Deadline: October 5, 2019
The Create Real Impact Contest gives you the opportunity to share
creative solutions for preventing reckless and distracted driving
while winning prizes for your efforts. Applicants enter to win cash
and prizes by showcasing art, music, video and creative writing to
address reckless and distracted driving and solve the problem.
Thirteen scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,500 will be awarded
in various categories.
Website: https://createrealimpact.com/
AES Engineering Solutions
Deadline: October 6, 2019
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
Branson Shows Inspired Scholarship
Deadline: October 15, 2019
One annual scholarship will be awarded as a one-time grant in the
amount of $1,000 to the winning essay recipient. Applicants must be
between the ages of 16 and 19. The essay topic for the annual
scholarship is, "How (Enter Your Show) Inspired Me to Realize My
Dreams."
Website: https://www.bransonshowtickets.com/company/scholarship.aspx
College JumpStart Scholarship
Deadlines: October 17, 2019
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, 2019
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://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/state-scholarships/
Coca-Coca Scholars Foundation Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2019
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://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf
National Eagle Scout Association
Scholarships
Deadline: October 31, 2019
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/
ZipRecruiter Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2019
ZipRecruiter is offering a $3,000 scholarship to the winning
college or university student with the most creative entry. To
apply, students must submit an essay that describes their favorite
ZipRecruiter feature. Applicants must be a legal resident of the
United States and be at least 18 years old.
Website: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/scholarship
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Deadline: October 31, 2019
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 what
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 scholarship will be
awarded.
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship
November Scholarships
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Competition
Deadline: November 5, 2019
The 2020 Most Valuable Student scholarship contest is open to any
high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. Applicants will be judged
on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Ranging from $1,000
to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for
students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum
of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All
scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional
upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S.
college or university.
Website: http://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Deadline: November 5, 2019
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United
States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on
volunteer community service. Applicants must be in grades 5 through
12, be a legal resident of the U.S., have engaged in volunteer
activity that occurred during the 12 months prior to the date of
application, and submit a completed application. State honorees
receive a $1,000 scholarship and an all-expense-paid trip with
parent or guardian to Washington, D.C. National honorees receive an
additional $5,000 scholarship and various prizes.
Website: https://spirit.prudential.com/about/program-overview
Women in Aviation Scholarships
Deadline: November 12, 2019
Scholarship awards are a major benefit of membership in Women in
Aviation International and help members reach their goals and
advance into the aviation and aerospace careers they have always
dreamed about. A total of $948,500 in scholarship funds was awarded
in 2019. To apply, you must be a member of Women in Aviation
International by November 1, 2019.
Website: https://wai.org/education/scholarships
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Deadline: November 13, 2019
The Regeneron Science Talent Search is the nation's oldest and
most prestigious science and math competition for high school
seniors. Applicants must be enrolled in and attending their last
year of secondary school and be completing high school courses
required for college admission. 300 students will receive a $2,000
award. 40 finalists will receive awards ranging from $25,000 to
$250,000.
Website: https://sciencetalentsearch.fluidreview.com/
The Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: November 15, 2019
The Hagan Scholarships are intended for high achieving students
who will require financial assistance in order to attend college.
These students must graduate from a public high school located in a
county having fewer than 50,000 residents. Hagan Scholars currently
attend 236 different colleges and universities. Each Hagan
Scholarship will help pay the unmet financial need of the
recipient, up to $6,000 each semester.
Website: http://haganscholarships.org/index.php
Student Photography Scholarships
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Founded in memory of James Alan Cox, a television photojournalist,
The James Alan Cox Foundation for Student Photojournalists aims to
provide financial support to student photographers of high school
and college age. Through a variety of funding, including equipment
purchases and scholarships for college and technical school
classes, the foundation's mission is to expand educational and
developmental opportunities for student photographers demonstrating
interest, talent and financial need. Five digital cameras will be
awarded to high school students. Five $2,500 scholarships will be
awarded to college or technical students and one $2,500 scholarship
will be awarded to a graduate student.
Website: https://www.jamesalancoxfoundation.org/apply/
Niche's November Scholarship
Deadline: November 20, 2019
This $1,000 scholarship is part of Niche's monthly scholarship
series. The scholarship can be used to cover tuition, housing,
books, or any education-related expenses. The monthly winner will
be determined by random drawing. Applicants must be high school or
college students. Students may apply once each month.
Website: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/november-scholarship/
Education Matters Scholarship
Deadline: November 30, 2019
The Education Matters Scholarship gives you a chance to state why
education matters to you. Applicants can explain the value they
hope to receive from college and what they would do to convince the
college cynics. One applicant will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship.
Applicants must be 13 years of age or older at the time of
application. Essays must be 250 words or less.
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship
TonaLaw Veteran's Scholarship
Deadline: November 30, 2019
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded semi-annually. This award is
only open to students attending school in the United States.
Applicants must be veterans of any branch of the Armed Forces of
the United States and be students at an accredited school, or be
accepted to begin school at an accredited school within 6 months of
application.
Website: https://www.tonalaw.com/scholarship/
SIXT Scholars Program
Deadline: November 30, 2019
The SIXT Scholars Program is available to high school seniors
graduating in the academic year of 2019-2020. The scholarship will
also take into consideration other factors such as financial need
and extracurricular activities. Applicants must have a minimum 3.7
GPA on a 4.0 scale. Five $5,000 scholarships will be awarded. Only
the first 500 applicants will be considered.
Website: https://www.sixt.com/sixt-scholars/
December Scholarships
Barbara Lotze Scholarships for Future
Teachers
Deadline: December 1, 2019
The AAPT Executive Board offers scholarships for future high
school physics teachers. These scholarships, supported by an
endowment funded by Barbara Lotze, are available only to U.S.
citizens attending U.S. schools. Undergraduate students enrolled,
or planning to enroll, in physics teacher preparation curricula and
high school seniors entering such programs are eligible. Successful
applicants receive a stipend of up to $2,000 and a complimentary
AAPT Student Membership for one year. The scholarship may be
granted to an individual for each of four years.
Website: http://www.aapt.org/programs/grants/lotze.cfm
Luigi Wewege Foundation
Deadline: December 1, 2019
The Luigi Wewege Foundation scholarship was created with the
belief that everyone who has a desire to attend, should be able to
attend a college or university. By answering a simple essay
question, applicants will have an opportunity to be granted a
$1,500 scholarship. The foundation committee will select a winner
by the end of December. Applicants must be high school students who
have been accepted into a college or university or currently
enrolled in a college or university.
Website: http://www.luigiwewegefoundation.com/
Annual CGTrader Scholarship
Deadline: December 2, 2019
Every year, CGTrader challenges students to dig into the field of
technology by writing an essay on how innovative technologies are
transforming our lives. The best submission will be awarded $2,000
while the two runners-up will receive $500 each. To be eligible,
applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, be high school seniors,
undergraduate or graduate students, and be enrolled
full-time.
Website: https://www.cgtrader.com/scholarships
National Space Club Scholarship
Deadline: December 2, 2019
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 have definite
plans to pursue a career in the STEM fields.
Website: http://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/
Branch Out Scholarship
Deadline: December 15, 2019
Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys will award $1,000 to a
student who demonstrates through their personal statements that
they are committed to expanding their education and using their
education to improve their communities. The winning student will
also receive a $500 donation to the charitable organization of
their choice.
Website: https://www.bestattorney.com/giving-back/branch-out-scholarship/
Because College is Expensive Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2019
The $500 Because College is Expensive Scholarship is open to all
college students and those planning to enroll within 24 months. The
winner will be determined by random drawing. High school juniors
and seniors, current college students, and adults looking to head
back to school are encouraged to apply.
Website: https://cedaredlending.com/scholarship/
Niche Community College Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2019
This scholarship is open to all current and prospective community
college students. For the purposes of this scholarship, "Community
College" includes all schools that are primarily two-year public
institutions, including community colleges, junior colleges,
technical schools, city colleges, and state colleges. This $500
scholarship for community college students can be used to pay for
tuition, books, or any future education-related expenses. The
scholarship winner will be determined by random drawing and then
contacted directly and announced on the Scholarship Winners
page.
Website: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/communitycollege-scholarship/
Oklahoma Tour Guide Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2019
The Zebra wants to see your favorite road trip destination in
Oklahoma. There are no limits to what they're looking for: a
narrated animation, a slideshow of memorabilia, or an illustrated
map of the best roadside attractions. This is the chance for you to
showcase any place you love in an original way. Applicants must be
currently enrolled in or planning to attend a four-year university,
graduate program, community college or trade school located in the
continental U.S. Selected winner(s) will receive $1,000.
Website: https://www.thezebra.com/oklahoma-car-insurance/
Top Ten List Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2019
Unigo.com wants to know what's truly special and different about
you. Get creative, be serious, or tug at their heart strings. Give
them 10 reasons you should receive this $1,500 scholarship. You
have only have 10 reasons, so make them count!
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship
UNIGO $10K Scholarship
Deadline: December 31, 2019
Imagine a historical figure is brought back to life. Who is it?
What's their favorite mobile app? Applicants must be 13 years of
age or older at the time of application. They must also be a legal
resident of the United States 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/unigo-10k-scholarship