• 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)
    • Bonanza Casion Scholarship (4/15)
    • Friends of Multiple Sclerosis Scholarship (4/15)
    • Tun Bamberger Scholarship (4/15)
    • Meruelo Family Scholarship (4/20)
    • Ron & Linda Smith Family Scholarship (4/30)
    • Officer Mike Scofield Memorial Scholarship (4/30)
    • Foster Children Education Scholarship (4/30)
    • John R Stockman Memorial Scholarship (4/30)
    • Nevada Youth Range Camp Scholarship (5/2)
    • Northern Nevada Architecture Scholarship (5/2)
    • Sergott Family Scholarship (6/30)

     
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Scholarships

  • 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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  • 5-31 American Lawyers Alliance Scholarship

    Amount:  $10,000

    We are looking for that outstanding high school senior who has overachieved during high school in law-related activities.  This award is a one-time college scholarship to a deserving high school senior whose body of work both inside and outside the classroom has demonstrated a special dedication to law-related education with academic excellence.

    For more info and to apply CLICK HERE
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  • 6-30 Sergott Family Scholarship

    Local Scholarship!!!

    Amount:  $1,000

    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.

    For more info and to apply, download, complete and submit 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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