Scholarships

Overview The Conditional Grant Program supports eligible students enrolled in engineering programs or in operational business disciplines approved by TxDOT. Awards are available to students attending accredited four-year colleges and universities in Texas—both public and private. Recipients may receive up to $4,000 per semester (maximum $8,000 per academic year), with actual award amounts determined by demonstrated financial need. How to apply Review the eligibility criteria below. If you meet the requirements, you are encouraged to submit an application. Application instructions and a frequently asked questions (FAQ) document are provided to assist applicants. Important deadline: Applications must be received by April...

Texas Telephone Association Foundation — Overview The Texas Telephone Association Foundation (TTA Foundation) is a nonprofit, philanthropic organization established to deepen public understanding of telephony and to encourage careers in the telecommunications industry. Education and Research Mission The Foundation works to highlight the role of dependable, efficient telecommunications infrastructure in Texas’s economy and to support education and research in telephony. To accomplish this, TTA Foundation sponsors lectures, seminars, other educational programs, and awards scholarships each year to Texas high school students. 2026–2027 Scholarship Program The TTA Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026–2027 academic year. Completed applications must...

2026–27 applications now open: The American Indian Endowed Scholarship (AIES) is accepting applications through Monday, March 2, 2026. See the How to Apply section below for submission instructions. Overview The AIES provides financial support to students who demonstrate need and maintain strong social and cultural connections to an American Indian community in Washington State. Awards may be used at Washington public colleges and many independent colleges. While preference is given to upper-division undergraduates and graduate students, applicants at all levels are eligible for consideration. Award amounts typically range from about $500 to $3,000. Each year, approximately 10–15 recipients are selected....

Introduction Union membership helps families secure better opportunities for the future. AFSCME members and their families can apply for annual scholarships offered through AFSCME Council 31 to support their educational goals. About the Larry Marquardt Scholarship The Larry Marquardt Scholarship commemorates Larry Marquardt, the first executive director of AFSCME Council 31, who served until his death in 1980 and devoted his life to organizing and improving conditions for working people. Council 31 maintains this fund to provide financial assistance for higher education to members and their children. Award amount Three scholarships of $3,000 each are granted each academic year. Who...

Introduction Each year the Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) presents ten William A. Lee Memorial Scholarships of $2,000 each. Five awards are reserved for winners of the Academic Competition and five are awarded through a Random Drawing. Applicants must select either the Academic Competition or the Random Drawing; entering both categories will disqualify the student from both. The scholarship was renamed in 1985 in honor of William A. Lee, the CFL’s longest-serving president, who dedicated more than 60 years to labor and community service, including 38 years with the CFL. Key Dates and Deadlines - Deadline: All materials must be...

Intro The Les Best Scholarship Program offers financial support to OCSEA members and their family members pursuing postsecondary education. Each academic year, the program distributes a total of $12,000 in awards. Applications are accepted annually from January 1 through April 30. How to apply All application materials must be received by April 30. Submit the items below as part of your packet: - A fully completed and signed Les Best Scholarship application. - An official acceptance letter showing admission to a union apprenticeship, a vocational/trade school, or an accredited college or university for undergraduate study. - A 500–1,000 word essay...

American Meteorological Society — First-Year Undergraduate Scholarship Overview The American Meteorological Society (AMS) invites applications for its First-Year Undergraduate Scholarship, a program aimed at motivating high school students to pursue studies in atmospheric and closely related sciences. Funded through contributions from industry partners and a variety of named endowments—established by AMS members or in memory of individuals—this scholarship reflects a collaborative effort across the field to support promising young scholars. The Society particularly welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, and students with disabilities, who are historically underrepresented in atmospheric, oceanic, and hydrologic sciences. Who may apply To be...

Overview The Miami Police Department’s Do The Right Thing (DTRT) initiative is offering a memorial scholarship to support young adults who want to pursue a career in law enforcement. The program honors the legacy of a cherished officer who died in 2011 and aims to help community-minded applicants train as City of Miami police officers. About the Scholarship Named the Senior Police Executive Angel Calzadilla/Do The Right Thing Police Memorial Scholarship, this award was created to commemorate Senior Police Executive Angel Calzadilla. Calzadilla passed away at age 48 after a long, private battle with cystic fibrosis. The scholarship continues his...

Intro Applicants should be graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate students enrolled in U.S.-based degree programs related to agriculture, food, or closely related fields. See the full eligibility section below for details. Award amounts and conference access Scholarship awards range from $1,600 to $3,200. Each award includes complimentary registration to the AFA Leaders Conference; recipients are responsible for their travel and lodging. How applications are judged Selections are made by assessing applicants’ career objectives, leadership roles, community engagement, and demonstrated financial need. Certain scholarships may also require additional, specific qualifications (for example, residency in a particular geographic area). Notification...

Introduction The American Legion Auxiliary funds the Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship to honor the children of those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Recognizing not only the service of veterans but also the sacrifices made by their families, this scholarship helps eligible students pursue postsecondary education. Each year, awards are given to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate strong academics and a commitment to community service. 2026 Awards For 2026, fifteen scholarships of $5,000 each will be granted. These are cash grants — not loans — intended to assist with the recipient’s college expenses. Three scholarships...

The National Headquarters is set to grant each state/department champion a scholarship worth $1,000 (totaling 47 scholarships). This is a new initiative for the academic year 2023-2024.At the national level, out of the potential 52 state/department scholarship recipients, the National Education Committee will choose 5 winners (1 from each division) to receive a $5,000 scholarship. The selection will be based on a scoring rubric.The CENTRAL division includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.The EASTERN division comprises Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.The...

The WRA Education Foundation provides roughly $25,000 in scholarships each year to students planning careers in foodservice and related areas. These awards are financed through the Foundation’s Endowment Fund. 2026–2027 Scholarship Application: Now accepting submissions! Eligibility (minimum requirements) - Must be a resident of Wisconsin. - Intending to pursue post-secondary studies in disciplines connected to the restaurant and hospitality sector, for example: Culinary Arts, Baking, Hospitality Management, Food Science, or Family and Consumer Sciences Education. - Must be accepted to and enrolled in a nationally accredited post-secondary institution with at least 6 credits. - Application must be complete and include...