SOAR Scholarship
$5,000
Introduction SOAR Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting and mentoring “first females” — young women who are the first in their families to pursue college or graduate study, or who have overcome substantial obstacles on their educational paths. Our mission is to award scholarships and foster lasting mentorship and relationship-building so recipients can achieve their potential and, in turn, lift up others. Scholarship and Mentoring Program Each year SOAR Texas will select 20 students to receive a $5,000 scholarship. Scholars may reapply in subsequent years provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria. Awardees are invited into a...
Introduction SOAR Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting and mentoring “first females” — young women who are the first in their families to pursue college or graduate study, or who have overcome substantial obstacles on their educational paths. Our mission is to award scholarships and foster lasting mentorship and relationship-building so recipients can achieve their potential and, in turn, lift up others. Scholarship and Mentoring Program Each year SOAR Texas will select 20 students to receive a $5,000 scholarship. Scholars may reapply in subsequent years provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria. Awardees are invited into a...
Hermine Tobolowsky Scholarship
$3,000
Purpose and background
Established in 1995, this scholarship supports academically accomplished women who plan to pursue careers in law, public service, government, political science, or the study of women’s history. It is administered by the Texas Business and Professional Women’s Foundation, Inc.
Award
- Amount: $3,000 per year
- Payment: Scholarship funds are issued directly to the registrar’s office at the recipient’s accredited Texas college or university.
Eligibility
- Must be female.
- Must attend an accredited college or university in Texas.
- Must have completed a minimum of two semesters (college-level).
- Applicants may be previous recipients; past awardees...
Purpose and background
Established in 1995, this scholarship supports academically accomplished women who plan to pursue careers in law, public service, government, political science, or the study of women’s history. It is administered by the Texas Business and Professional Women’s Foundation, Inc.
Award
- Amount: $3,000 per year
- Payment: Scholarship funds are issued directly to the registrar’s office at the recipient’s accredited Texas college or university.
Eligibility
- Must be female.
- Must attend an accredited college or university in Texas.
- Must have completed a minimum of two semesters (college-level).
- Applicants may be previous recipients; past awardees...
Minnie L. Maffett Scholarship
$5,000
Purpose
To offer financial support that encourages and advances medical and nursing education for women.
Background / History
The scholarship honors Dr. Minnie Lee Maffett (1882–1964), an educator-turned-physician who dedicated her life to public service. After years in teaching and school administration, she earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1914. Dr. Maffett established and led the health center at Southern Methodist University from 1915 until 1949 and served on the medical staffs of several Texas hospitals.
Dr. Maffett was instrumental in professional women’s organizations. She was the founding president of the Texas...
Purpose
To offer financial support that encourages and advances medical and nursing education for women.
Background / History
The scholarship honors Dr. Minnie Lee Maffett (1882–1964), an educator-turned-physician who dedicated her life to public service. After years in teaching and school administration, she earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1914. Dr. Maffett established and led the health center at Southern Methodist University from 1915 until 1949 and served on the medical staffs of several Texas hospitals.
Dr. Maffett was instrumental in professional women’s organizations. She was the founding president of the Texas...
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship
$22,500
Overview
The BaS pathway is one of three routes to high-demand careers in Washington State administered by the Washington Student Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS). It offers up to $22,500 in scholarship funding plus career-readiness services for students pursuing high-demand STEM and health care majors. WSOS funds can be applied to expenses beyond tuition — for example, housing, transportation, food, and other college-related costs — and may be used for any qualifying STEM or health care program at eligible public or private colleges and universities in Washington.
Who should consider BaS?
This pathway is designed for students aiming for bachelor’s degrees in...
Overview
The BaS pathway is one of three routes to high-demand careers in Washington State administered by the Washington Student Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS). It offers up to $22,500 in scholarship funding plus career-readiness services for students pursuing high-demand STEM and health care majors. WSOS funds can be applied to expenses beyond tuition — for example, housing, transportation, food, and other college-related costs — and may be used for any qualifying STEM or health care program at eligible public or private colleges and universities in Washington.
Who should consider BaS?
This pathway is designed for students aiming for bachelor’s degrees in...
SPJ/JEA High School Scholarships
$1,000
Introduction
The SPJ Foundation, affiliated with the Society of Professional Journalists, together with the Journalism Education Association, is sponsoring an essay competition to deepen high school students’ understanding of why independent media matters. Top national entrants will receive monetary scholarships.
Who is eligible
This contest is aimed at high school students. (For full eligibility details, see the official rules on the contest website.)
Prizes
- First place: $1,000 scholarship
- Second place: $500 scholarship
- Third place: $300 scholarship
Notification and publication
Winners will be contacted by email. The winners’ names will be made public in May 2026, and the...
Introduction
The SPJ Foundation, affiliated with the Society of Professional Journalists, together with the Journalism Education Association, is sponsoring an essay competition to deepen high school students’ understanding of why independent media matters. Top national entrants will receive monetary scholarships.
Who is eligible
This contest is aimed at high school students. (For full eligibility details, see the official rules on the contest website.)
Prizes
- First place: $1,000 scholarship
- Second place: $500 scholarship
- Third place: $300 scholarship
Notification and publication
Winners will be contacted by email. The winners’ names will be made public in May 2026, and the...
Press Club of Long Island Journalism Scholarships
$2,000
Press Club of Long Island — Scholarships and Awards
Overview
The Press Club of Long Island annually grants several scholarships, which are presented at the PCLI Media Awards dinner.
Available Scholarships
1) College Journalism Scholarship
- Award: $1,000.
- Who is eligible: College students who attend a Long Island college, or Long Island residents who are enrolled in college elsewhere.
- Nomination: Must be submitted by the student’s adviser, editor, station manager or professor and should describe the nominee’s qualifications.
- Materials required: Three examples of the nominee’s work plus a short essay by the student outlining their journalism goals....
Press Club of Long Island — Scholarships and Awards
Overview
The Press Club of Long Island annually grants several scholarships, which are presented at the PCLI Media Awards dinner.
Available Scholarships
1) College Journalism Scholarship
- Award: $1,000.
- Who is eligible: College students who attend a Long Island college, or Long Island residents who are enrolled in college elsewhere.
- Nomination: Must be submitted by the student’s adviser, editor, station manager or professor and should describe the nominee’s qualifications.
- Materials required: Three examples of the nominee’s work plus a short essay by the student outlining their journalism goals....
Grossman Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction
The Grossman Scholarship Program supports students who have shown a proven dedication to protecting and caring for natural resources, helping make post-secondary education attainable for those pursuing careers in environmental stewardship. Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences to apply, with the goal of building a more inclusive outdoor stewardship community.
Key dates
- Applications are open for the 2026–2027 academic year.
- Submission deadline: March 1, 2026 by 11:59 PM MST.
Who may apply
Grossman Scholarships are available to Colorado residents planning to enroll in...
Introduction
The Grossman Scholarship Program supports students who have shown a proven dedication to protecting and caring for natural resources, helping make post-secondary education attainable for those pursuing careers in environmental stewardship. Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences to apply, with the goal of building a more inclusive outdoor stewardship community.
Key dates
- Applications are open for the 2026–2027 academic year.
- Submission deadline: March 1, 2026 by 11:59 PM MST.
Who may apply
Grossman Scholarships are available to Colorado residents planning to enroll in...
OSAC Scholarships
$10,000
Overview
The OSAC Scholarship Application lets current and prospective Oregon students submit a single application to be considered for many awards at once. Each year OSAC distributes more than $10 million through over 600 individual scholarships.
Important dates
The 2026–27 OSAC Scholarship Application is now open. Submit by the Early-Bird deadline: February 17, 2026. The final cutoff is March 2, 2026. Both deadlines close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Where awards can be used
Scholarship funds are intended for use at U.S. colleges and universities that participate in Title IV federal student aid programs. (Note: U.S. military academies are not...
Overview
The OSAC Scholarship Application lets current and prospective Oregon students submit a single application to be considered for many awards at once. Each year OSAC distributes more than $10 million through over 600 individual scholarships.
Important dates
The 2026–27 OSAC Scholarship Application is now open. Submit by the Early-Bird deadline: February 17, 2026. The final cutoff is March 2, 2026. Both deadlines close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Where awards can be used
Scholarship funds are intended for use at U.S. colleges and universities that participate in Title IV federal student aid programs. (Note: U.S. military academies are not...
Stromberg’s Scholarship Program
$1,000
We are delighted to introduce the inaugural Stromberg’s Chicken scholarship, designed for students who demonstrate exceptional performance and a commitment to excellence. Our aim is to foster the growth of future leaders and innovators, and we believe this scholarship will serve as a catalyst for students to continue chasing their dreams and accomplishing their objectives.The Stromberg’s Chicken scholarship offers a one-time financial aid of $1000, which can be used towards tuition, textbooks, computers, housing, or any other education-related expenses. There are no GPA prerequisites or application forms to fill out.This scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students enrolled...
We are delighted to introduce the inaugural Stromberg’s Chicken scholarship, designed for students who demonstrate exceptional performance and a commitment to excellence. Our aim is to foster the growth of future leaders and innovators, and we believe this scholarship will serve as a catalyst for students to continue chasing their dreams and accomplishing their objectives.The Stromberg’s Chicken scholarship offers a one-time financial aid of $1000, which can be used towards tuition, textbooks, computers, housing, or any other education-related expenses. There are no GPA prerequisites or application forms to fill out.This scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students enrolled...
Next for Autism Fellows Scholarship Program
$5,000
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS is a work-based scholarship designed for students in health and human services fields. The program pairs tuition support with paid employment as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), providing hands-on support to neurodivergent adults.
Applications for the 2026/27 academic year will open on January 12, 2026.
Financial and experiential benefits
- Hourly pay beginning at $16.
- $5,000 tuition scholarship awarded each year.
- Opportunity to increase your scholarship annually by meeting program goals.
- Paid, practical work experience with a direct impact on individuals’ lives.
- Required completion of 800 hours per year working as a...
NEXT for AUTISM FELLOWS is a work-based scholarship designed for students in health and human services fields. The program pairs tuition support with paid employment as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), providing hands-on support to neurodivergent adults.
Applications for the 2026/27 academic year will open on January 12, 2026.
Financial and experiential benefits
- Hourly pay beginning at $16.
- $5,000 tuition scholarship awarded each year.
- Opportunity to increase your scholarship annually by meeting program goals.
- Paid, practical work experience with a direct impact on individuals’ lives.
- Required completion of 800 hours per year working as a...
Amcor Technical School Scholarship Program
$5,000
Introduction
Scholarship America — the nation’s largest designer and administrator of scholarship and educational support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals — manages this award program. Program eligibility is ultimately determined by the sponsor; Scholarship America’s evaluation team reviews eligible applications.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following to be considered for the Amcor Scholarship Program:
- Be a dependent child under age 25 as of the application deadline of a permanent, full‑time employee of Amcor Flexibles North America or a Corporate U.S. colleague at AFNA locations (NIC, Deerfield, Oshkosh South Annex). Children of employees who are deceased,...
Introduction
Scholarship America — the nation’s largest designer and administrator of scholarship and educational support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals — manages this award program. Program eligibility is ultimately determined by the sponsor; Scholarship America’s evaluation team reviews eligible applications.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following to be considered for the Amcor Scholarship Program:
- Be a dependent child under age 25 as of the application deadline of a permanent, full‑time employee of Amcor Flexibles North America or a Corporate U.S. colleague at AFNA locations (NIC, Deerfield, Oshkosh South Annex). Children of employees who are deceased,...
Taking Root Scholarship Program
$10,000
National Horticulture Foundation Scholarship Programs have been established to encourage undergraduate and graduate students to pursue their career path in horticulture or related fields.Partnering with Arborjet | Ecologel, the new Taking Root Scholarship is open to students enrolled in accredited arboriculture or horticulture programs. Applicants should have a desire to pursue a career in arboriculture or plant health care, with a passion to study science and technology to advance the industry. Ideal candidates should demonstrate prior community engagement and a curiosity to explore plant healthcare needs. This includes but is not limited to the study of plant pathology, entomology, or...
National Horticulture Foundation Scholarship Programs have been established to encourage undergraduate and graduate students to pursue their career path in horticulture or related fields.Partnering with Arborjet | Ecologel, the new Taking Root Scholarship is open to students enrolled in accredited arboriculture or horticulture programs. Applicants should have a desire to pursue a career in arboriculture or plant health care, with a passion to study science and technology to advance the industry. Ideal candidates should demonstrate prior community engagement and a curiosity to explore plant healthcare needs. This includes but is not limited to the study of plant pathology, entomology, or...
