• Welcome to the Scholarship Library!

    Scholarships are in chronological order by due date. Simply click on one to download the information sheet, see if the scholarship matches you, then follow the link to apply! 

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  • Eight great suggestions to help your application stand out in front of the scholarship selection committee.

    1.  Maintain impeccable grades in subjects directly related to your major. Example: if you want to be a doctor, make sure your grades in science and math reflect a strong likelihood for success to scholarship selection committees.

     

    1. Begin volunteer community service as early as possible. Maintain a relationship with someone within the organization where you volunteer who you feel will accurately speak to your accomplishments in a future letter of recommendation- don’t let yourself get lost in the shuffle after all your hard work!

     

    1. Participate in school activities- either sports, clubs, government- whatever you are interested in. As noted above, maintain a relationship with someone who will be able to write a strong letter for you in the future.

     

    1. Find a local business/organization you might be able to intern with. This will, more than likely, be unpaid work, but you will demonstrate your commitment to your field and initiative.

     

    1. Earn high GPA and test scores. You can begin taking your SAT and ACT at any age, but scores take a few months to report. It is safe to bet your last ACT/SAT should be taken in the fall of your senior year to make sure your score report is back in time for spring applications. You can report your highest scores, so the more you take these tests, the more likely you are to increase your score.

     

    1. Maintain a relationship with your school counselor. They may need to write a letter of recommendation for you (on top of hundreds of other students). You want your counselor to know who you are and what your interests and passions are so they can speak to them in your letter. Don’t let yourself be “just another letter” they must to write. Ask Early! Don’t put yourself in a stressed position because someone is too busy.

     

    1. Start touring universities. Tour universities you don’t even want to go to. You may learn about a program/assistance/project/perk you didn’t know of before and will be able to ask the universities you are interested in about those things. Going on a tour completely unfamiliar and unprepared is not a good idea.

     

    1. Get a job! Not just because your parents are telling you to, either. Having a job will show that you are responsible and trying to help fund your college degree. Even minimum wage demonstrates that you are not expecting a “free ride” from anyone and want to take responsibility for some of the costs of your education.

    -From Community Foundation of Nevada
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Featured Scholarships!

  • Local Scholarships for NVHS Students! Find them below!

    • 4-8 WEA Scholarships
    • 4-15 Broadcasting Student Scholarships
    • 4-15 VOA Dare-to-Dream Scholarship
    • 4-20 Bonanza Casino Scholarships
    • 4-22 North Valleys Community Scholarship
    • 4-29 Desert Heights Scholarship
    • 4-30 The Foster Children Education Foundation
    • 4-30 Atlantis Award of Excellence Scholarship
    • 5-8 Intuit Turbo Tax Student Scholarship
    • 5-15 Steingard Family Scholarship
    • 6-1 Sierra Nevada Performing Arts Association Scholarship
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Scholarships

  • 5-13 Nevada Dairy Farmers Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Amount:  1st place will receive $10,000

                     2nd place will receive $5,000

                     3rd place will receive $2,500

                     4th place will receive $2,500

    The Nevada Dairy Farmers’ Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are legal residents of Nevada, 17 years of age or older, and are (or will be) enrolled in a culinary program at a university, college, community college, culinary school or vocational school. Employees or family members of Nevada Dairy Farmers are not eligible. The Nevada Dairy Farmers’ Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are legal residents of Nevada, 17 years of age or older, and are (or will be) enrolled in a culinary program at a university, college, community college, culinary school or vocational school. Employees or family members of Nevada Dairy Farmers are not eligible. 

     

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 5-27 WC Webb Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Amount:  $1,000

    The Reno graduate chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity is inviting 2022 high school seniors to apply for an annual award named in honor of a distinguished member with decades of community service in Northern Nevada. The Rev. William C. Webb, the scholarship's namesake, is a widely respected leader and advocate for education, voter registration and other local issues.  He is also the longest serving local member of international fraternity.

    For more info and to apply download the attached application or come pick up an application in the College & Career Center.
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  • 5-31 American Indian College Fund

    The American Indian College Fund provides scholarships to American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees at tribal colleges, nonprofit, and accredited schools. 

    Any Native American U.S. citizen that is a member or descendant of a state or federally recognized tribe with at least a 2.0 grade point average and enrolled as a full-time student can apply for a scholarship.

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 5-31 PB & J Scholarship

    Amount:  $1,000

    The PB&J Scholarship is for students who have experienced personal challenges that may not have allowed them to perform well academically, but who still have the drive to succeed.

    Examples of personal challenges include, but are not limited to:

    • medical issues
    • peer issues: bullying, change of school, minority status, etc.
    • family issues: divorce, death, lack of income, homelessness, foster care, abuse, etc.

    When in doubt, students are encouraged to apply; this scholarship is meant to be inclusive. 

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 6-1 Sierra Nevada Performing Arts Association Scholarships

    Local Scholarships!

    Amount:  generally range from $500-$2,000

    The Sierra Nevada Performing Arts Association offers scholarships to talented students pursuing a college or university degree, or equivalent, in the Performing Arts.

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 6-1 Boys & Girls Club College Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Amount:  varies

    The Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows (BGCTM) annually awards scholarships to college-bound Club members. Each scholarship requires completion of the “BGCTM 2022-2023 Scholarship Application” and, in some cases, an additional Foundation-specific application is required.  There are 11 possible scholarships of varying award amounts covered by this one application!!!
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  • 6-15 AmericanMuscle's Student Scholarship

    Amount: $2,500 twice a year

    One scholarship for $2,500 will be awarded twice a year to students pursuing an automotive-themed major.

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 6-27 Angels Wings Thai Scholarship

    The initiative behind the Angels Wings Thai Scholarship is to recognize and honor Thai American students who have demonstrated academic excellence, concern for their Thai community, heritage connection and desire to continue their education.  

    Requirements:

    •Be a graduating high school Senior of Thai ancestry living in the United States

    •unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better

    •Essay 500-1,000 words

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 7-1 American Indian Services Scholarship

    Amount:  up to 1/2 of tuition

    The American Indian Scholarship program is to help undergraduate Native American students with financial support to attend college, maintain enrollment, and graduate.

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 7-20 Stuck at the Prom Scholarship

    Amount: up to $10,000

    Create and wear your original promwear using Duck Brand Duct Tape and/or Duck Brand Crafting Tape.  Remember to take a high-resolution pic of the big moment!

    See official rules on their website for details.

    $10,000 awarded to the winner of the Dress category

    $500 awarded to 4 runners up in the Dress category

             with a Duck Brand Prize Pack worth $100 

    $10,000 awarded to the winner of the Tux category

    $500 awarded to 4 runners up in the Tux category

              with a Duck Brand Prize Pack worth $100

    For more info and to apply click here
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  • 7-31 Freedom Alliance Scholarship

    The Freedom Alliance Scholarship fund is for the children of military personnel who have been killed or permanently disabled in a combat mission or training accident.

    For more info or to apply click here
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  • 2022 SIT Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Assistance League of Reno-Sparks partners with WCSD Children in Transition (CIT) program and Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) Workforce Development and Community Education (WDCE). Our partnerships do not restrict the applicant from entering another accredited vocational or technical training school located in Washoe County.

    This scholarship program was developed with Washoe County School District’s (WCSD) Children in Transition students in mind. The goal is to promote positive outcomes and opportunities for students who may have none at all. 

    For more info and to apply click here

     
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