• 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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    Tis the Season for Scholarships! Don't get fooled.

    TIPS:

    • NEVER pay for scholarship applications or fees.
    • Make sure all pages you submit are typed, NEAT, well edited, and that all the information you include is true and verifiable.
    • Always try and beat the deadline posted.
    • National scholarships can involve BIG money. However, they are very difficult to get.  Go LOCAL if you can.  Look for local stores, businesses, or perhaps your parent(s) employer may offer scholarships.
    • Try to submit applications as least one week before the due date.  Online servers can get overloaded and stop working properly when everyone submits them on the last day.  In addition, remember to account for the delivery time if mailing an application.
    • Always spell check and proof-read applications. 
    • Make sure you have submitted everything requested and answered all the questions.
    • Don't submit anything that isn't asked for, and stay under the required word count.
    • Photocopy everything before you submit it, in case your application gets lost and needs to be re-submitted.
    • Professionalize your online presence, remove potentially embarrassing content from social media.  Use an appropriate email address.
    • Gather information early.  Most scholarships require various versions of:
      • Community service activities, hours, location, services
      • Personal Essay
      • Letters of recommendations
      • Resume with test scores, honors classes, and awards received
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Featured Scholarships!

  • Local Scholarships for NVHS Students! Find them below!

    • SIT Scholarship (No due date)
    • Daughters of the American Revolution (2/15)
    • PEO Marguerite (3/1)
    • NV Energy Powerful Partners Scholarship (3/1)
    • Project 150 (3/4)
    • Panther Pride (3/5)
    • North Valleys Community (3/5)
    • Garrett Allen Memorial (3/5)
    • Jiffy Lube -What Drives You (3/10)
    • Paws 4 Love (3/31)
    • Matt Barnes Memorial (4/11)
    • Energizing Tomorrow's Leaders (4/14)
    • National Multiple Sclerosis Society (4/15)
    • Nevada Youth Range Camp (5/2)

     
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Scholarships

  • 4-11 Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Amount:  $1,000

    The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Nevada State Aerie is proud to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior to assist with the cost of books and/or fees for their first year of college or trade school This scholarship aims to support students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to their community.

    For more info and to apply, download and complete the attached application.
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  • 2024 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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  • US Air Force ROTC

    Amount:  up to full tuition

    Enter college as a normal student, leave as a leader of character for tomorrow's Air and Space Force.

    For more info see attached flyer.
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  • 3-28 NAHAS Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $1,500/year for 4 years

    The seed money to initiate this program was contributed by Mr. Nahas combined with other private contributions.  Since its inception, funds from the Endowment have been used to assist two accomplished young students annually to fulfill their dreams for higher education and athletic achievement.

    For more info and to apply download and complete the attached application. 
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  • 3-31 Paws 4 Love Memorial Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  TBD

    Scholarship funds must be used specifically for college, university or vocational schools.  This includes tuition, class or lab fees, books and supplies.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 3-31 University of Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship

    Amount:  up to $37,000

    The University of the Aftermarket Foundation provides an annual grant to fund scholarships.  Each year, the University of the Aftermarket Foundation awards hundreds of scholarships.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE 
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  • 3-31 Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest

    Amount:  up to $15,000

    Each year, more than 4,000 high school students from across the country participate in the VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest. The contest began in 1979 to recognize up-and-coming artists and encourage patriotism in youth.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-2 Nevada Cattlemen's Association Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $1,500

    The Nevada Cattlemen’s Association (NCA) Scholarship will be awarded to a first year college student beginning to pursue and education within the agricultural industry.  This scholarship is open to all Nevada High School graduating seniors planning to attend a community college or four-year university and majoring in an agriculture related field.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE

     
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  • 4-2 Marvel Andrae Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $2,500

    The Nevada Cattlemen’s Association (NCA) is pleased to be able to offer the Marvel/Andrae Scholarship, which is available to graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in college. To be eligible, students must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics, agricultural business, or the animal/meat science fields.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-2 Walt Leberski Memorial Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $5,000

    The Walt Leberski Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior or a currently enrolled college student.  Applicants must be pursuing a degree/certificate in an agriculture related field at a community college, or four-year university.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-11 Matt Barnes Memorial Scholarship

    NVHS ONLY!!!!

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  TBD

    The Matt Barnes Memorial Scholarship is a community scholarship driven by the friends and family of Matt Barnes, as well as, active members in the community.  Matt Barnes was a 2005 graduate of North Valleys High School.  Matt was suddenly diagnosed and ultimately lost his battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in October 2013 at the age of 27.  The Scholarship is funded through a fishing derby held at Pyramid Lake, as well as, private donations. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go towards the Matt Barnes Memorial Scholarship.  With that being said, the dollar amount for this scholarship is unknown and will differ from year to year.  The scholarship funds will be paid directly to the institution in which the recipient is enrolled.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-11 Nevada Broadcasters Foundation Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  TBD

    The Tony and Linda Bonnici Scholarship Fund, administered by the Nevada Broadcasters Foundation, supports future broadcasting professionals by offering financial assistance to students committed to pursuing a career in radio or TV broadcast journalism or related fields.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-14 Energizing Tomorrow's Leaders Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:$2,500

    Cypress Creek is a large utility-scale solar developer in the US, and we are permitting process for battery storage energy project that would be located in unincorporated Washoe County, the nearest community being North Valleys. Cypress Creek is committed to positively impacting the communities in which we develop and operate. The goal of the scholarship program is to help young people in these communities be successful and to encourage them to pursue careers in renewable energy and STEM-related careers.  

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 4-15 Bonanza Casino Scholarship

    NVHS ONLY!!!!

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $1,500

    The Bonanza Casino, as North Valleys High School’s Partner in Education, is pleased to offer two $1,500 scholarships to the graduating class of 2025. These scholarships have been created to help further the education of the youth in our area and demonstrate the Bonanza Casino’s commitment to our community and to North Valleys High School.

    For more info and to apply download and complete the attached application.
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  • 4-15 Friends of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount: $1,000

    Friends of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society  is proud to announce the establishment of a one-time scholarship program aimed at supporting students who have been affected by Multiple Sclerosis in any manner, whether it be directly or through their connections with family or loved ones.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE

     
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  • 4-15 Tun Bamberger Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $2,000

    This scholarship founded by the Northern Nevada Sertoma Club and administered by the Sparks Sertoma Club can be used toward tuition, books or other educational costs at any accredited NEVADA college.

    For more info and to apply, download and complete the attached application.
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  • 5-2 Nevada Youth Range Camp Scholarship

    LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP!!!

    Amount:  $250

    Nevada Division of Forestry invites High School aged youth (ages 15-18) to apply for a scholarship towards registration at Nevada Range Camp. For over 60 years, the Nevada Section Society of Range Management and their partners (Nevada Division of Forestry, Nevada State Parks, Bureau of Land Management, United States Forest Service, and other collaborators) host a week of camping, fun, and learning about the importance of rangeland ecosystems and natural resource management in Nevada. Camp will be held at the beautiful Shell Creek Range providing a living laboratory for students to interact with. The purpose of this camp is to provide youth with the knowledge and understanding of how decisions are made about natural resources on Nevada’s rangelands. This is an early opportunity for students to glimpse various working roles in resource and land management as well as gain networking opportunities for career development.

    For more info and to apply, download and complete the attached application.
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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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