Scholarship Roundup
We know many of you have already started your college applications, but did you know you don't have to wait for acceptance letters to start applying for scholarships?
Here's a list of scholarships due in the next three months. Look these over and bookmark the ones that apply to you. We guarantee you'll have some downtime over the upcoming school holidays. Rather than spending it mindlessly scrolling through social media or watching yet another Hallmark movie, spend it investing in future you!
NOVEMBER
| Scholarship | Details | Insider Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Kent Cooke Foundation | - What: Full-ride, any school - Who: Low-income, high-achieving students - Where: Common App - When: November 14, 2024 |
Focus on how you will use your education for the betterment of your community! |
| Cybersecurity & the Latinx Community | - What: $5,000, any school - Who: Low-income, undergraduate students studying cybersecurity - Where: bold.org - When: November 25, 2024 |
Focus on the why behind your career choice! |
| Zipit Wireless Future of Connectivity | - What: $2,500 scholarship - Who: Undergraduate and graduate students in relevant fields - Where: Email Submission - When: November 25, 2024 |
Explain your vision for connectivity’s role in solving global challenges. |
| Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards | - What: Various grants across categories - Who: Hispanic high school seniors graduating in 2025 - Where: Youth Awards Application - When: November 3, 2024 |
Highlight community involvement and leadership qualities. |
| Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship | - What: Up to $30,000 scholarships - Who: High school seniors, U.S. citizens - Where: Elks National Foundation - When: November 12, 2024 |
Focus on your leadership and community service experiences. |
DECEMBER
| Scholarship | Details | Insider Tip |
|---|---|---|
| ServiceScape Scholarship 2024 | - What: $1,000 scholarship for a 300-word essay on writing's impact. - Who: Students attending or planning to attend an accredited college. - Where: ServiceScape website - When: December 2024 |
Focus on the influence of writing in communication and society. |
| UTRGV Luminary Scholars | - What: Tuition and fees coverage for undergraduate and graduate programs. - Who: U.S. citizens or permanent residents with strong academic achievement. - Where: UTRGV website - When: December 1 |
Provide documentation of leadership and community involvement. |
| G2 Overachievers Grant | - What: $100,000 G2 Overachievers Grant and $15,000 Student Grant. - Who: Individuals and students making a difference in their communities. - Where: Power to the Pen website - When: Submit between July 15, 2024 and December 30, 2024 |
Highlight specific contributions and impacts in your community. |
| Jennifer and Rob Tower Memorial Scholarship | - What: $2,000 scholarship for students pursuing higher education. - Who: High school seniors who demonstrate commitment to community service and leadership. - Where: Bold.org - When: Applications are open until December 31, 2024. |
Emphasize your community involvement and how it has shaped your future goals. |
JANUARY
| Scholarship | Details | Insider Tip |
|---|---|---|
| GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship | - What: Scholarships of up to $10,000 per year. - Who: High school seniors with leadership qualities and financial need. - Where: GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship website - When: Applications open on November 1, 2024 and close on January 5, 2025. |
Highlight your leadership experiences and community service. |
| FFA Scholarships | - What: Multiple scholarships totaling nearly $2.5 million. - Who: High school seniors and college students in FFA. - Where: FFA Scholarships - When: Application deadline January 11, 2024. |
One application for multiple opportunities. |