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Federal Pell Grant
Up to $7,395/year
Undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (determined by FAFSA EFC).
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
$100 – $4,000/year
Undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Pell Grant recipients get priority. Funds vary by school.
Federal Work-Study
Varies (hourly wages, typically $10–$20/hr)
Students with financial need who want to earn money through part-time employment while enrolled.
National Merit Scholarship
$2,500 one-time (corporate/college-sponsored awards vary)
High school juniors who score in the top 1% on the PSAT/NMSQT and advance through the selection process.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
$20,000
High school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA who demonstrate leadership and community service.
Gates Scholarship
Full cost of attendance (last-dollar funding)
Pell-eligible high school seniors who are Black, Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, or Native American with a minimum 3.3 GPA.
Dell Scholars Program
$20,000 over 4 years + laptop + textbook credits
Students who have participated in an approved college-readiness program, demonstrate financial need, and have a minimum 2.4 GPA.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship
Up to $55,000/year
High-achieving high school seniors with financial need (family income under $95,000). Minimum 3.5 GPA.
QuestBridge National College Match
Full 4-year scholarship at partner colleges
High-achieving, low-income high school seniors (generally household income under $65,000).
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Up to $250,000 (top award)
High school seniors who complete an independent science, math, or engineering research project.
Siemens Competition (now part of Regeneron ISEF)
Up to $100,000
High school students who compete in regional and national ISEF-affiliated science fairs.
FIRST Robotics Scholarships
Varies ($500 – $80,000)
Students who have participated in FIRST Robotics competitions. Over $80 million in scholarships from 200+ providers.
Barry Goldwater Scholarship
$7,500/year for up to 2 years
College sophomores and juniors pursuing research careers in STEM fields. Must be nominated by their institution.
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
$40,000 (4 years) + paid internship at Amazon
High school seniors planning to study computer science at an accredited US university.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
$1,000 – $10,000 (Gold Medal Portfolio awards)
Students in grades 7–12 who submit original works of art or writing in 29 categories.
YoungArts Foundation
Up to $10,000 cash + mentorship
Students ages 15–18 (or grades 10–12) in visual, literary, or performing arts.
National YoungArts Week
Up to $10,000 + Presidential Scholar nomination
YoungArts winners invited to Miami for masterclasses and performances with top artists.
DECA Scholarships
Varies ($500 – $10,000)
DECA members who have competed at state or international events in marketing, finance, hospitality, or management.
NFTE (Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship) Awards
Up to $25,000
Students who participate in NFTE entrepreneurship programs and compete in the national business plan competition.
SkillsUSA Scholarships
$1,000 – $10,000
SkillsUSA members pursuing careers in trade, technical, or skilled service occupations.
Mike Rowe Works Foundation Work Ethic Scholarship
Varies (typically $5,000 – $10,000)
Students planning to pursue a career in the skilled trades. Must demonstrate work ethic and commitment to a trade skill.
National FFA Organization Scholarships
$1,000 – $25,000
Current or former FFA members pursuing degrees in agriculture or related fields.
Prudential Emerging Visionaries (formerly Spirit of Community)
$2,500 – $15,000
Students in grades 5–12 who have demonstrated outstanding community service and social impact.
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student
Up to $60,000 over 4 years
High school seniors who are US citizens. Judged on academics, leadership, and financial need.
AXA Achievement Scholarship
$10,000 – $25,000
High school seniors who demonstrate ambition and drive through outstanding achievement in school or community activities.
NACE (National Association of Collegiate Esports) Scholarships
Varies ($500 – full tuition at member schools)
Students who compete in varsity esports at NACE member colleges. Over 170 member schools offer scholarships.
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship
Full tuition at any Indiana college + $900/year stipend
Indiana residents with strong academics, leadership, and community involvement. Awarded through local community foundations.
United Methodist Church Scholarships
$500 – $5,000
Active members of the United Methodist Church who are enrolled or planning to enroll at UMC-related colleges.
Civil Air Patrol Scholarships
$1,000 – $7,500
CAP cadet members pursuing aerospace, aviation, or STEM studies.
UNCF Scholarships (United Negro College Fund)
Varies ($500 – $10,000+, many specific programs)
African American students with financial need attending UNCF member institutions or other accredited colleges.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
$500 – $5,000
Students of Hispanic heritage with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are US citizens, permanent residents, or DACA-eligible.
APIA Scholars (Asian & Pacific Islander American)
Up to $20,000
Asian or Pacific Islander American students with financial need and community involvement.
American Indian College Fund
Varies ($1,000 – $10,000)
Native American and Alaska Native students attending tribal colleges or mainstream universities.
Point Foundation (LGBTQ+ Scholarships)
Varies (average $10,000–$15,000/year, renewable)
LGBTQ+ students with strong academics and leadership who face financial barriers to education.
First Scholars Network (NASPA)
Varies by institution
First-generation college students at First Scholars Network member institutions. Support includes mentorship and financial aid.
TheDream.US Scholarship
Up to $33,000 (national) or $80,000 (Opportunity)
DREAMers (DACA/TPS recipients or those who meet the DREAM Act criteria) with financial need.
Ron Brown Scholar Program
$40,000 over 4 years
African American high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and community service.
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Full tuition + housing + books (at public in-state rates, or private cap)
Veterans and service members with at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after 9/10/2001. Benefits transferable to dependents.
Army ROTC Scholarship
Full tuition + $1,200/year books + monthly stipend
High school seniors or current college students who commit to Army service after graduation. Must meet physical and academic standards.
Navy ROTC Scholarship
Full tuition + books + fees + monthly stipend
US citizens age 17–23 who meet academic and physical requirements and commit to Navy or Marine Corps service.
Air Force ROTC Scholarship
Full tuition + $900/year books + monthly stipend
US citizens who meet academic (GPA/SAT/ACT) and physical requirements. Available for 3- and 4-year awards.
Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship
Varies (covers unmet educational expenses)
Active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or professional degrees.
Fisher House Foundation Scholarships for Military Children
$2,000
Unmarried children (under 23) of active duty, reserve, or retired military members. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Up to $10,000 (higher for STEM)
Children of Marines, Navy Corpsmen, and other eligible sponsors with family income below $108,000.
Cal Grant (California)
Up to $14,296/year (Cal Grant A) or $1,656/year (Cal Grant B)
California residents attending eligible California colleges. Based on GPA and financial need via FAFSA/CADAA.
TEXAS Grant
Up to $10,614/year (varies by institution)
Texas residents with financial need attending public Texas universities. Must complete FAFSA and meet academic requirements.
New York TAP (Tuition Assistance Program)
Up to $5,665/year
New York State residents attending approved NY colleges. Based on taxable income (under $80,000 for dependent students).
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
75% – 100% of tuition (depending on tier)
Florida residents with strong academics (GPA + SAT/ACT) who attend eligible Florida institutions. Three tiers based on achievement.
Illinois MAP Grant
Up to $7,044/year
Illinois residents with financial need attending approved Illinois colleges. Based on FAFSA (funds run out quickly).
Ohio College Opportunity Grant
Up to $3,500/year
Ohio residents with an EFC of $2,190 or less attending eligible Ohio or Pennsylvania institutions.
Georgia HOPE Scholarship
Covers tuition at Georgia public colleges (or partial at private)
Georgia residents who graduate from an eligible high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must maintain 3.0 GPA in college.
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
Up to $3,200/year at UNC schools
NC residents attending UNC system schools with financial need (EFC of $5,846 or less).
Pennsylvania State Grant
Up to $5,750/year
Pennsylvania residents attending approved PA or reciprocal-state schools. Based on financial need via FAFSA.
Washington College Bound Scholarship
Full tuition + $500/books at public WA colleges
WA students who sign up in 7th or 8th grade, graduate high school, and have family income at or below 65% of state MFI.
University Automatic Merit Scholarships
$2,000 – $25,000+/year (varies by school)
Many universities automatically award merit scholarships based on GPA and test scores at admission. No separate application needed. Examples: University of Alabama, Arizona State, University of Kentucky, Iowa State, and hundreds more.
University Competitive Merit Scholarships
$5,000 – full tuition
Prestigious named scholarships at individual universities that require a separate application, essays, and often interviews. Examples: Stamps Scholarship, Morehead-Cain (UNC), Robertson (Duke), Jefferson (UVA).
Local Community Foundation Scholarships
$500 – $10,000 (typically)
Community foundations in nearly every US county offer scholarships with very few applicants. Search your local community foundation's website. Eligibility often based on residency, high school attended, or field of study.
Rotary Club Scholarships
$500 – $30,000
Students in the local Rotary Club district. Awards vary widely by club. Contact your local Rotary Club or search their district website.
Kiwanis Club Scholarships
$500 – $5,000
Students connected to local Kiwanis clubs through Key Club membership or community involvement.
Local Elks Lodge Scholarships
$1,000 – $4,000
Students who live within the jurisdiction of a local Elks Lodge. Separate from the national MVS award.