The Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship-DUE 4/30/2025

The Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship is offered to Northern Nevada residents attending Truckee Meadows Community College, Western Nevada College, or Great Basin College, who are pursuing a degree or certificate program, or who are enrolled in a vocational program at a qualifying vocational school. This is a one-time award of up to $1,000, with the potential to be renewed with reapplication.

The Smith Family Scholarship is designed for a student who:

• is a U.S. Citizen
• is a graduating high school senior or non-traditional student
• has a high school diploma or equivalency
• has a minimum 3.2 unweighted cumulative GPA
• is a resident of Northern Nevada
• is pursuing a degree or certificate from TMCC, WNC, or GBC; or is enrolled in a vocational program
• agrees to maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average and provide a copy of unofficial transcripts at the end of each semester they are receiving a scholarship

 Click link to access essay and additional requirements. 

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Join Together Northern Nevada Scholarship-DUE 5/16/2025

Key Information:

• Who can apply: High school seniors graduating in 2025 who have been accepted to UNR or TMCC
• Focus: Students with an interest in community impact, public health, substance misuse prevention, education or service-related careers
• Award amount: $2,000 to 8 students
• Essay topics: 
• Relationship between Mental Health and Substance Misuse
•  Relationship between Home/Family Life and Substance Misuse
•  What advancements or new programs do you want to see for preventing substance misuse in your community?
• What substance misuse prevention means to you.

ClickHERE to access scholarship Information

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Sergott Family Scholarship-DUE 6/3/2025

The Sergott Family Scholarship aims to propel Nevada’s current and former foster youth and young adults from Washoe County and all other Rural Region counties to a successful higher education experience. Six Scholarship recipients will each receive $1000 to help alleviate the financial burdens associated with pursuing a college degree or vocational certification.

Applicants must:

• Have experienced foster care in any Nevada county except Clark County.

• Either be a graduating high school senior or already obtained a high school diploma or

equivalency certificate in any Nevada county except Clark County.

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Not yet reached 26 years of age at time of application deadline.

Apply here

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Caesars Nevada Team Member Scholarship-CLOSED

• your parent or legal guardian is a full-time employee of Caesars Entertainment (formerly Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc.) at any Caesars property in Nevada
• your parent or legal guardian has been employed with the company for at least three consecutive years on the date the application is submitted;
• your parent or legal guardian employee is hourly, non-management salaried, or management grade L14 and below
• You have a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.0 GPA;
• a one-page essay telling the selection committee something about you, your interests and goals–things that aren’t revealed in your application, and your motivation in choosing your school
• your school transcripts

Click HERE for details

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Fraternal Order of Eagles, Nevada State Aerie- CLOSED

*Must be a high school senior graduating in the current academic year

*Must have a minimum GPA 3.5

*Must be accepted into an accredited college, university or trade shcool for the upcoming academic year. 

Click HERE

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RENO/TAHOE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR TENNIS PLAYER

2025 SCHOLARSHIP-CLOSED

*2 letters of recommendation

*must have participated in organized tennis

*must be entering 1st year of college

*complete application and submit essay

Application

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Steingard Family Scholarsip-CLOSED

Established in 2019 the Steingard Family Scholarship will award up to $2,500. Awards have the potential to be renewed with reapplication for up to three additional years.

Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors from Northern Nevada who will be first-generation college students. Applicants must be Nevada residents seeking a certificate, 2-year or 4-year degree at the University of Nevada, Reno, or Truckee Meadows Community College who wish to pursue a business or education degree.

Eligible applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative unweighted GPA and a minimum SAT score of 1100
and/or a minimum ACT score of 20.

Apply HERE

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NAHAS Scholarship-CLOSED

*Must submit proof of acceptance to University of Reno

*3.0 GPA

*Submit short biographical essay

*3 letters of recommendation

*must have community service hours

*must have participated in a competitive sport for 2 year. 

Click link to access the application and other requirements

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P.E.O Marguerite Scholarship-CLOSED

The P.E.O sisterhood is an international philanthropic and educational organization that promotes educational opportunities for women through grants, loans, and scholarships. 

Requirements:

*Display excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service and academic

*must be a graduating high school senior

*must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

*Must have plans to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in the USA and a full be student. 

*exhibit financial need. 

click HERE to access application

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Paws for Love Memorial Scholarship-CLOSED

*3.0 GPA

ATTACH a short essay on the following:

* How have you contributed to the community in a special way

* Your knowledge or interest in pet therapy

* Briefly describe your college or career goals and intended major or career

Apply Here

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Ray Roberts Play Ball Foundation-CLOSED

Eligibility- *Must be a resident of Reno/Sparks

*must have a 2.0 GPA

*must submit a 500 word essay

*must actively be participating in a competitive baseball or softball program.

*one letter of recommendation 

Apply Here

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GIAR Grandmother’s First-Generation Scholarship-CLOSED

The GIAR Grandmothers Scholarship is designed for students who:

• are residents of northern Nevada (typically described as Tonopah and north) or the state of Hawaii
• have graduated or are a graduating senior from high school with a cumulative GPA of no less than 3.0
• have been accepted to an accredited U.S. College or University
• transcript
• proof of enrollment or acceptance to a U.S. College or University
• one-page essay written by the student answering the following prompt: “We did then, what we knew how to do, but now we know more, so we can do better” ~author unknown. How does this quote speak of your past and inspire your future?
• completed financial aid.

Click HERE for details

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Project 150 Scholarship-CLOSED

This program is open to all high school seniors and current Project 150 scholarship recipients who would like to apply for financial assistance to attend any of Nevada's higher education institutions, including ANY accredited vocational training institute.

Click here for more information.

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Nevada Elks Association Past Exalted Ruler Scholarship-CLOSED

1. Graduate from an accredited Nevada high school.

2. Attend an institution of higher education in Nevada or California with Nevada

reciprocity.

3. Have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or better.

4. Have sufficient financial need.

5. Must be accepted to a Nevada Nursing program or acceptable California

Nursing School.

Click Here to access Application

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Optimist Club of Reno- CLOSED

Applicant Qualifications:

▪ Be at least sixteen(16) years of age and not older than 20 years of age
▪ Be a legal citizen of the fifty (50) United States
▪ Currently enrolled in a trade school or CTE recognized program in a high school.

Apply here

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Nevada Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship-CLOSED

*Must submit a 500-word essay on "What drives you"

Apply Here

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Euguene and Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship- CLOSED

You are eligible to apply for this scholarship if you:

are a Washoe County High School graduate or graduating senior

are interested in the field of education or geriatrics as a career

have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0

have a minimum 1050 SAT or 18 ACT (if still in high school)

agree to maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average and provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts at the end of each semester you are receiving a scholarship

Apply HERE

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NV Energy Powerful Partnerships Scholarship-CLOSED

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident;
• Graduating high school senior attending school, or homeschooled, in NV Energy’s northern service territory;
• Demonstrated academic success with a minimum unweighted grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
• Goal of pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education in Nevada including vocational and trade schools.
• Completed 20 hours of volunteer service within the previous 12 months as validated by school counselor, agency, or organization. (Volunteer service may include your work with a nonprofit agency such as a church group, Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts, Key Club, etc.)

Click here to access application 

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Robert and Judy Dreiling Scholarship-CLOSED

Eligible applicants will:

• be enrolled in an Associate’s Degree track or certificate program at the school of their choice; the degree track or certificate program should result in a good lead to a good job
• be enrolled full-time
• agree to maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA and provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts at the end of each semester you are receiving a scholarship

Applications must include:

• brief essay discussing your life, your plans for the future, why you chose your certificate program, and how your education will impact your life and your family
• copy of high school transcript, equivalency certificate, or current college transcript

Apply HERE

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Sons of American Revolution-CLOSED

The Battle Born Patriots Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, will award in 2024 two Liberty Grants in the amount of $1,500 each. The two (2) grants will be awarded for winning essays which reflect the applicants' beliefs and understanding of aspects of the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence. 

Click Here for application

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Sierra Nevada Chapter DAR Scholarship-CLOSED

*1,000 word essay

*2 letters of recommendation 

*3.25 GPA

Please check out the link to access full requirements

Application available online or in B-4

Click Here

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Nevada Womens Fund-CLOSED

• Applicants must be attending post-secondary university, college, or trade-school in northern Nevada or at an accredited online program. If attending a school outside of northern Nevada, the field of study must not be offered at any school in northern Nevada.
• Applicants must have an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Applicants must upload a copy of their 2024 or 2025 FAFSA Submission Summary and a copy of their most recent school transcript.
• Applicants must be enrolled in school in the upcoming Fall Semester to be awarded funds.

Click HERE to access application

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Reno Rodeo Foundation-CLOSED

• Applicants who are undocumented will be deemed ineligible.
• Applicants must have graduated from a Northern Nevada high school and must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 at the time of application to be considered. Note: the following counties shall not be considered Northern Nevada: Clark County, Esmeralda County, and Lincoln County.
• The Scholarship award will be administered by the educational institution on behalf of the recipient to fund tuition or other educational-related expenses.
• The recipient must enroll as a full-time student and maintain a 3.0 college GPA or equivalent based on the educational institution’s grading system. If a recipient cannot meet the requirements during any school year of the award, the award will be forfeited, and the funds will be returned to the Reno Rodeo Foundation.
• Students must declare a major at an accredited Nevada System of Higher Education Nevada College or University or at an out-of-state accredited College or University if the declared major is not offered in Nevada ;
• Students must be accepted into a Career College, University, or Vocational School licensed by the State of Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education in good standing with accreditation status as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Click here for more details.

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 Reno Elks Lodge 597 Vocational Grant Program-CLOSED

Who may apply:

Any prospective or current student (male or female), residing within the jurisdiction Washoe County of the Reno Elks Association, who plan to pursue an eligible vocational/technical course may file an application.

Individuals who are 18 years of age or older & are a US Citizen on the date the application is filed

Click HERE to acces application

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Soroptimist International of Truckee Meadows-CLOSED

The emphasis this year will be on students needing funds for technical and vocational careers rather than 4-year college degrees. All students with a 2.5 GPA or greater and who can demonstrate financial need are eligible to apply.

Stop by B-4 to pick up application or download it HERE

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The Doyle Foundation- CLOSED

*Must be attending a community college, vocational or trade school

*Complete application

*Need 2 letters of recommendation

*Submit FASFA report

Apply Here

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CHECK FOR NEW SCHOLARHSIPS- Community Foundation of Northern Nevada

This website will contain a number of scholarships that will be available for applications with various deadlines and eligibility requirements. Must create a log in to see scholarships. 

Click here to see all the scholarships that are available. 

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International Virtual Learning Academy-DUE 4/30/2025

Scholarship Guidelines

For more information, apply here

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Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship-DUE 6/30/2025

This $2,500 quarterly scholarship is designed to be easy to apply for —students love it because

✅ No GPA requirement
✅ No income restrictions
✅ No essay to write

Application HERE

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Hagan Scholarship Foundation-CLOSED

This is a $7,500 scholarship that can be used for up to 8 semesters. 

Requirements:

*graduate from a public, private, or charter high school

*Must have a 3.5 GPA

*must enroll in an eligible college or university and attend first semester following graduation

*must maintain a 4 year or less graduation schedule

*Applicants adjusted gross household income reported for 2022 federal income tax purposes must not exceed $100,000

Click LINK for more information and to see the application

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HACER-CLOSED

Are you eligible? You must be a high school senior ready to graduate. Be a legal resident or a DREAMer/DACA recipient. Must be younger than 21 years of age. Have a 2.8 GPA and eligiable to attend a two or four-year college or university. verification of enrollment at accredited institution, and must have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage. 

Apply HERE for further details and application.

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HSF Hispanic Scholarship-CLOSED

• The HSF Scholar Program is open to students of all races that identify as being of Hispanic Heritage.

• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA 

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students

• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2025-2026 academic year

• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

Click here to acces application

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Door Of Opportunity Scholarship-CLOSED

Must have financial need

Must be a high school senior from a qualifying region

Can attend any accredited school college, university, technical or vocational school

Employees of the Esler Companies and their dependents are not eligible for the Door of Opportunity Scholarship.

*Please be aware that when awarding the Door of Opportunity Scholarship, preference will be given to under-represented students.

Click here for more information

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Edvisors scholarship-CLOSED

This is a monthly scholarship that does not have a GPA requirement. If selected, you will need to present proof of acceptance. 

Apply Here

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Nitro Scholarship-CLOSED

Easy application, No essay required! 

Must be 17 years of age or older, be a student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located within the United States, within a year of graduating from high school.  

Click here for application and more details.

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LIVE Mas Taco Bell Scholarship- CLOSED

ABOUT THE LIVE MÁS SCHOLARSHIP

no grades. no test scores. no essays. 

the live más scholarship is designed for students ages 16-26 who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond. all it takes is a two-minute video telling us what you're passionate about and how you plan to make a difference.  

This is your chance to be part of something bigger. 

Click the link to learn more

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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship- CLOSED

• Be a graduating, minority high school senior
• Be a United States citizen
• Present evidence of financial need
• Demonstrate a record of academic excellence
• Demonstrate leadership potential and a dedication to community service
• Submit an official SAT and/or ACT test exam score from junior or senior year*
• Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college within the United States or affiliated with a United States-based college or university
• Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.

Apply HERE

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Mensa US Scholarship- CLOSED

There are two requirements for applicants:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
• Applicants must submit an application and essay explaining his or her career, academic and/or vocational goals.

Applicants have until Jan. 15 to write an essay of not more than 550 words explaining their career, academic and/or vocational goals and how they plan to achieve those goals. For more information, read our scholarship FAQ.

Click HERE

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Elks Most Valuable Student-Various dates 

Eligibility:

• Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
• Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
• High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
• Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.

Click here to apply

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Home Depot Scholarship Fund- CLOSED

The Home Depot Scholarship Fund will provide need-based scholarship support to students who are enrolled full-time at any public or private Historically Black College or University (HBCU) during the 2024-2025 school year. The program will provide up to $2,500 in scholarship assistance to thirty (60) selected students during the current Fall 2024 term. 

Apply Here

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The Gates Scholarship- CLOSED

The Gates scholarship is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for seniors from a low-income household. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. 

Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance that is not already covered by financial aid.  

Apply here.

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UNCF-Chevron Corporate Scholarship-CLOSED

The UNCF Chevron Corporate Scholars Program is a selective scholarship program that advances higher education for passionate and determined students. The UNCF Chevron Corporate Scholars Program will award a two-year renewable scholarship to highly capable future leaders who demonstrate academic achievement, strong leadership skills and an interest in the energy industry.

Click here for more details 

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Coca Cola Scholarship-CLOSED

Open to high school seniors who plan to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S-Post secondary school. U.S citizens, permanent residents and refugees are eligible to apply. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Please see other eligibility requirements. 

Click here to apply. 

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Dont Text and Drive- CLOSED

Do you know how far you will drive on the freeway if you take your eyes off the road for five seconds, the average time it takes to send a text? An entire football field. According to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, texting while driving makes drivers 23 times more likely to get into a "safety-critical event." The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the risks of texting while driving.

Click here to access application.

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Back to School Scholarship-CLOSED

Eligibility

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a U.S university, college, or community college for the upcoming fall semester.

• Must be 16 years old or older.

• Must create a P&G Good Everyday rewards account (it’s free) to access the entry form.

• Must be a legal resident of the United States.

Click here to apply

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Dr. Pepper-CLOSED

Make and submit a video that helps us get to know you. Tell us about your academic goals, professional aspirations, or even personal dreams.

Click Here for more details

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Dell Schoarlship-CLOSED

• participate in a program-approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12 view list of approved CRP's
• be on track to graduate from an accredited high school in the current academic year
• demonstrate a need for financial assistance
• be eligible to receive a federal pell grant in the first year of college
• plan to enroll full time at an accredited higher education institution in the pursuit of a bachelor's degree directly following high school graduation
• earn a minimum 2.4 GPA

IT TAKES MORE THAN FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO REACH COLLEGE GRADUATION.

APPLY HERE

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Defining the Disability Scholarship-CLOSED

The Defining the Disability Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship available to students who meet the scholarship eligibility requirements below, and who can best describe in a 750-1,000 word essay: how can we define disability in the modern world versus its medical definition? While defining what disability means to you, explain how disability has been part of your life, whether it’s affected someone you know or has had a personal effect. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is October 31, 2024.

Eligibility

• The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, vocational student, college student or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and who is enrolled in a vocational program or two to four year post-secondary institution for the Spring 2025 semester.
• Employees of Berkowitz Hanna Malpractice & Injury Lawyers, their immediate families (parent, child, sibling, and spouse), and persons living in the same households of such individuals (whether related or not), are not eligible to participate in the competition.
• Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good overall academic standing.

Click Here for more information

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Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards- CLOSED

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled in high school & graduating in the spring of 2025
•  Minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 7.5 on a 10.0 scale
• Be enrolled at an accredited higher education institution in 2025-2026
• Be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines). If selected, attend a virtual regional awards ceremony. 

Click here to apply. 

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Concerto High School Musicians Scholarship-CLOSED

This competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2023-2024 academic year. String, piano and harp players are eligible to apply. You will need to submit a recording of yourself playing and fill out and submit the application.

Apply HERE

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10 Words or less scholarship- CLOSED

*Must be between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2025.

*Must be attending a school in the US or Canada in the Fall of 2025.

Click here for further details 

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National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)-National-CLOSED

To be eligible, a student must be:

• A high school senior expecting to receive a high school diploma during the current academic year.
• An active member in good standing of a National Honor Society chapter, meeting all membership requirements and obligations of the local chapter.
• An NHS student account holder, verified by the NHS chapter adviser.
• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.

Note: There are no limits to the number of applicants per chapter.

Click here to access application

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Dr.Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship- CLOSED

*Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students, in an accredited four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories.

*Demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support.

*At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply (DACA or Undocumented).

*Applicants must be full-time undergraduate students for the Fall 2024.

For more details click HERE

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Visionary Scholarship Program-CLOSED

Applicant must complete ACF Visionary Scholarship Application, submit a copy of the student’s most recent unofficial high school transcript, and complete a 500 word, typed, double-spaced essay

Click Here to access application

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Hagan Foundation Scholarship-CLOSED

Eligibility Requirements
* Must attend a public, private, charter, magnet, or STEM high school located in the United States.
* Must be fluent in the English language.
* Must be in the high school graduating class.
* Must have achieved a 3.50 Cumulative Grade Point Average.
* Must enroll in an eligible four-year or higher not-for-profit College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation. The Hagan Scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college or online institution.
* Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule in college, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
*Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2025 until commencement of the 2025 fall semester in college. Employment must be regularly scheduled work performed under supervision for compensation. Work can be full-time or part-time, or a combination of the two.
* Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2023 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all members of a household living under the same roof.
* Applicants selected as Finalists must provide the first two pages of their FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) showing their Student Aid Index (SAI).
* Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

Click Here to acces application

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Dedication to Education Scholarship- CLOSED

SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS:

• Who’s Eligible?: Current High School Juniors and Seniors (Classes of 2025 & 2026)

• Award: $2,000 Scholarship (Five (5) Scholarships in Total)

• Application Deadline: December 8, 2024 (11:59pm PT)

Apply HERE

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Burger King Scholarship-CLOSED

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $60,000 and are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school.

Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, community service, and financial need.

Check out the details HERE

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