Private Scholarships

Description:
At 1Dental.com, we understand the value of investing in education. That’s why we’ve created the 1Dental Scholarship. We will award one student $1,000 to apply toward their Spring or Fall semester.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.1dental.com/scholarship/

Deadline:
12/21/2050

Description:
We are offering 4 currently enrolled students or high school seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education an opportunity to be awarded $2,000 in tuition assistance towards their upcoming semester!

Eligibility:
Must currently be enrolled full-time at an U.S. university, technical institute or high school seniors planning to attend a college or post-secondary institution; must be pursuing an automotive degree or related field of study

URL:
https://www.americanmuscle.com/scholarships.html

Deadline:
06/15/2050

Description:
In October, The College Board announced the launch of the College Board Opportunity Scholarships during an exclusive segment on Good Morning America. This first-of-its-kind national scholarship program lays out six simple steps that all students can take to get to college. Students have the chance to earn scholarships for completing each step, including a $40,000 scholarship for completing all six steps on the checklist.

Eligibility:

1. Build Your College List
2. Practice for the SAT
3. Improve Your Score
4. Strengthen Your College List
5. Complete the FAFSA
6. Apply to Colleges
7. Complete Your Journey

Complete all six scholarship steps to be eligible for a $40,000 scholarship.

URL:
http://www.cb.org/opportunity

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
The Mission of the Community Foundation of Carroll County is to maintain and enhance the quality of life in the community of Carroll County through philanthropic means. The Foundation will receive, invest and distribute funds for charitable, cultural and educational purposes for the benefit of the citizens of Carroll County.

Eligibility:
Please refer to the link below for a list of scholarships and their respective eligibility requirements. Even if the deadline has passed on the application you may be interested in, it may not be too late to apply. Please send in an application and you will be contacted to let you know if it is too late.

URL:
http://www.carrollcommunityfoundation.org/Scholarships.asp

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
See website for details about individual scholarships. Deadline depends on scholarship.

Eligibility:
See website for details about individual scholarships. Eligibility depends on scholarship.

URL:
http://www.computerscienceonline.org/cs-scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
See website for details about individual scholarships. Deadline depends on scholarship.

Eligibility:
See website for details about individual scholarships. Eligibility depends on scholarship.

URL:
http://www.computerscience.org/scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
We at CustomerServ help companies find, select and retain their best-performing call center outsourcing vendors. We are offering a $5000 scholarship to a current or prospective business student.

Eligibility:
Full-time enrollment or acceptance at an accredited university; Minimum 3.0 GPA; 500-word essay – Who/what inspired you to enter the business industry?; 60-second video – Be Creative!

URL:
https://www.customerserv.com/customerserv-scholarship

Deadline:
03/01/2050

Description:
Pusch & Nguyen understands the value of education as well and the ever increasing expenses of getting a post high school education. This yearly scholarship of $2500.00 is offered in order to help with some of the expenses required of promising students yearning to continue their education at the next level.

Eligibility:
Must be a starting or continuing U.S. college student; must submit a 1000+ word essay on the prompt given (see website for prompt)

URL:
https://www.puschnguyen.com/annual-pusch-nguyen-college-student-scholarship/

Deadline:
03/01/2050

Description:
The ScholarshipPoints program was created in 2006 to help students win scholarships without the hassle of filling out paper applications and writing dozens of essays. ScholarshipPoints.com is owned and operated by Edvisors, a company dedicated to helping students plan and pay for college. To date, Edvisors has given away more than $650,000 through the ScholarshipPoints program. Award in the amount of $10,000 to one student.

Eligibility:

1. You must be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the US.
2. You must be a legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico.

URL:
https://www.edvisors.com/scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
The field of dentistry already gets a bum rap as far as fun-ness! Dr Greg Grillo & the team from Emergency Dentists USA welcome you to apply for our annual scholarship by creating a short, fun video about dental health!

Eligibility:
See website for eligibility requirements/video submission guidelines

URL:
https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/dental-scholarship/

Deadline:
07/01/2050

Description:
The goal of the ExtremeTerrain Scholarship program is to raise more awareness for the recreational use of public lands as it is an important issue to us at ExtremeTerrain and our customers. At the same time we support youth who are working towards a career in the environmental/recreational land use planning/land management industry, which in larger supports the movement to maintain recreational access to public lands.

Eligibility:
Must be a student in an undergraduate college/university or high school senior pursing a degree in Environmental Studies, Ecology, Land Use, Earth & Atmosphere Sciences, Sustainable Land Management, Environmental Biology, Sustainable Agriculture Systems

URL:
https://www.extremeterrain.com/scholarships.html

Deadline:
06/15/2050

Description:
LGBT students face a variety of obstacles, financial ones included. They may have less support from their families and more demands on their expenses. Scholarships established for LGBT college students are available from several public and private organizations, as well as individual donors. Some welcome all LGBT applicants, while others may focus on specific subgroups. Check out our list of LGBT scholarships below for more details.

Eligibility:
General scholarships are offered to all students who identify as LGBT. Some are limited to students who reside in specific regions of the country, while others are available at the national level. Discipline-specific scholarships are designed for LGBT students who want to pursue a career in a specific discipline or industry. They usually include merit-based requirements and other restrictions based on each discipline

URL:
http://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/lgbtq-scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
Scholarships and grants are an ideal way to help pay for tuition. They are essentially gifted funds based on financial need, cultural background, educational and civic achievements, athletic ability, hobbies, intended major, etc. Funds received do not have to be repaid, although some sources require students to give back to a community or organization as a condition of the scholarship or grant. There are many opportunities for Hispanic students, but the trick is knowing where to look for the right scholarship or grant.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/making-college-affordable-online-guide-for-hispanic-students/

Deadline:
12/31/2050

Description:
This Scholarship awards $1,000 monthly.

Writing Prompt:
Please address some or all of the following questions:

• Should cancer patients and doctors be able to use whatever treatments they like in treating cancer? Why?
• What are some examples of “alternative therapies” and why do cancer patients use them when they are not FDA approved?
• Should medicinal medicine and folk medicine have any relevancy in cancer?
• It is estimated that it costs over $400 million to bring a new cancer drug to market. Does that establish roadblocks for the testing and approval of alternative therapies?
• What changes or improvements should be made in our healthcare system and the way we treat cancer in this country so that cancer is no longer the leading cause of death in Americans under age 85?

Essay Length:
The essay must be no fewer than 700 and no more than 1,500 words in length.

Eligibility:
To receive a scholarship application which will include the rules and deadlines please send an email to: aelliott@cancermonthly.com. Please put the word “Scholarship” in the subject line.

URL:
http://survivingmesothelioma.com/scholarship

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
We administer educational scholarship funds from the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago to help Jewish college and graduate students offset some of their financial burden. Assistance is available for those with financial need who are pursuing careers in the helping professions.

Eligibility:
Must be Jewish; see website for more specific requirements

URL:
https://www.jcfs.org/jvsscholarships

Deadline:
02/01/2050

Description:
We know that change begins with investing back in the young individuals who will be the entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders of the future. With a national presence in over 125 cities across the US, we at Lawn Love have created a scholarship to give back to the local communities that have enabled us to grow. This scholarship is granted each semester (twice a year), and we hope to inspire the next generation of leaders and problem solvers.

Eligibility:
Must currently be a full time student; Must have a 3.0+ GPA; Must be passionate about business

URL:
https://lawnlove.com/scholarship

Deadline:
04/30/2050

Description:
Nobody said college was cheap, but a scholarship can certainly make it more affordable. If you want a little help with your college expenses, be sure to take advantage of Lendza’s scholarship opportunity. Lendza will award a $500 scholarship to the student who writes our favorite essay.

Eligibility:
See website for details

URL:
https://lendza.com/scholarship

Deadline:
02/16/2025

Description:
The following is a list of scholarships, fellowships and grants for LGBTQ and allied students at both the undergraduate and graduate-level.

Eligibility:
These scholarships offer a variety of criteria for eligibility. This is not an exhaustive list of all the possible sources of scholarships.

URL:
https://www.hrc.org/resources/scholarship-database

Deadline:
12/30/2050

Description:
See website for details.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/lgbtq/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
See website for details.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/mba/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
NESA helps Eagle Scouts as they move on to the next stage of life Education is a valuable tool for a young man regardless of what kind of career he chooses. Yet, finances can be a big hurdle in attaining the necessary knowledge for one’s future vocation. Fortunately, NESA assists Eagle Scouts with their educational pursuits whether it be at a four-year university, vocational trade school or field study opportunities.

Eligibility:
National Eagle Scout Association member Individual scholarships may have additional criteria

URL:
https://nesa.org/scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
While paying for school in this day and age can be challenging for any demographic group, single mothers are in a class of their own when it comes to grant support for higher education. Single mothers are among the groups most affected by the downturn of the economy in the last decade, with unemployment rates at 7.6%, which is higher than the national average.

If you are single mother, you may qualify for a number of different grant types, depending on your circumstances. The amount of funding you can receive from need-based grants or scholarships for single moms can vary considerably, ranging from as little as $100 to full tuition coverage. Depending on the sources of the free grants for single moms, award amounts may also change from year to year. Additionally, some colleges and universities offer separate tuition discounts for single mothers.

Eligibility:
To qualify for school grants for single moms, you will need to verify that you are a single parent by demonstrating head-of-household status with at least one dependent under the age of 18 on your most recent federal tax return. You will likely also need to document your income and financial need by filing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), particularly if you are applying for a government-funded scholarship or grant.

Though specific requirements vary according to program, your federal tax-filing status can be used as a general guide for this process: if you are divorced, or not married but living in a state that recognizes common-law partnerships, a good rule of thumb is to submit the same filing status and income information on both your tax return and grant application.

URL:
http://oedb.org/single-mother-grant/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
Scholarships for women can be controversial. There are laws against gender discrimination, and many women’s scholarship funds get bogged down in red tape. But these college scholarships for women are just one among many helpful resources available to females who are hoping to minimize the gender gap and pursue equality amidst their male counterparts.

This is where our list of dedicated college scholarships for women comes in. Some of the scholarships below are available only to single parents, returning students, or those pursuing specific subjects. We also included a special category for women’s scholarships designed to increase educational opportunities for women and increase their presence in STEM industries.

See each scholarship for more specific details.

Eligibility:
Eligibility requirements for women’s scholarships and how to get a scholarship typically vary from one funding organization to the next. Scholarships awarded by professional organizations often require the applicant to study a specific subject, such as business or technology. Other scholarships target non-traditional female students with financial need in a particular location, requiring applicants to meet specific residency and/or age thresholds. Other eligibility requirements may include:

• Identify as female
• Have legal U.S. resident status
• Meet specific GPA, SAT, GRE, or other merit requirements
• Enrolled in an accredited program
• Plan to study a specific subject or field
• Over a certain age
• Pursuing a first degree
• Meet specific financial need requirements

Requirements for women’s scholarships can vary greatly; while the above list contains many possibilities, it is not all inclusive. With a growing number of organizations establishing unique college scholarships for women, there are numerous diverse awards available for female students of all types and across many disciplines. The list below represents a small selection of scholarships created exclusively for women.

See each scholarship for more specific details.

URL:
http://oedb.org/scholarships/women/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
The PSA is a highly competitive $15,000 merit award, recognizing academic excellence, achievements and potential. It is not based on financial need. Candidates are considered in light of their potential to make a positive impact on society.

Eligibility:

• Citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada
• Nominated by a local chapter (FYI – There are 40 chapters in Maryland)
• Pursuing a doctoral level degree
• Must be within two years of degree completion, with at least one academic year remaining from the date the first award payment is made (August 1)
• Full-time enrollment at an accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university
• Priority to women well established in their program

Online nominations from local PEO chapters accepted from August 20-Nov., 20. Online instructions and inks sent to nominee from PEO. Executive Office upon receipt of Chapter Nomination form and letter. Scholar recipients notified by May 1.

URL:
https://www.peointernational.org/

Deadline:
11/20/2090

Description:
College enrollment for Hispanic and Latino students is on the rise. The US Census Bureau predicts that 25% of college students will identify as Hispanic or Latino by 2020. Despite impressive enrollment figures, these students may still face a unique set of challenges in their pursuit of a degree including immigration status, being the first in their family to go to college, and perhaps most significantly, financial obstacles. To address the very real issue of affordability, our college planning team at BestColleges.com created a holistic financial aid guide specifically for Hispanic and Latino students. We provide context for how students can best take advantage of available resources while offering a comprehensive listing of 40+ scholarship and grant opportunities.

Eligibility:
See individual postings for more details.

URL:
http://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/hispanic-latino-scholarships/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
See website for details.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/military-veterans/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
See website for details.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://www.gograd.org/financial-aid/scholarships/women/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
Our twenty years in Internet marketing has taught the SEO Advantage team a lot about innovation, critical thinking and the diverse skill sets needed to succeed in today’s marketplace. As we look to the future, we take nurturing talent very seriously. What better way to do that than with a collegiate scholarship? Show us what you’ve got!

Eligibility:
Must be a U.S. resident or resident alien who is registered at a U.S. college or university; Essays must be unique (not submitted elsewhere) and written by the scholarship applicant

URL:
https://www.seoadvantage.com/students/scholarships/

Deadline:
01/31/2050

Description:
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Foundation is dedicated to providing scholarship funds and education support systems for engineering and science students of Hispanic backgrounds. The goal of the SHPE Foundation is to support the increase of the number of Hispanics into the fields of engineering and science.

Each year the SHPE Foundation awards scholarships to engineering and science students throughout the nation. Scholarships are awarded based upon academic achievement, financial need, commitment to a college education, involvement in school and community activities, career goals and counselor recommendations. Since its inception in 1976, the SHPE Foundation has awarded over two and one half million dollars to 3,759 deserving engineering and science majors. For the 2001-02 academic year, scholarships awarded ranged from $500 to $7,000.

Eligibility:
To qualify for a SHPE Foundation educational grant the applicant must be an undergraduate or graduate college student (or a high school senior entering college in the Fall) enrolled full-time as an engineering or science major.

URL:
http://scholarships.shpe.org/students/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
Requires 300-500 word essay Essay topic: What are some of the problems we face on the roads? What laws could be changed to accomplish that goal? How can you contribute to improving road safety? Biannual deadline: December 15, May 15 (each year) $1,000 offered biannually

Eligibility:
All current or prospective students must be enrolled in an accredited institution located within the United States.

URL:
https://www.advocateslaw.com/scholarship/

Deadline:
03/20/2050

Description:
The Blanch Law Firm is looking for an excellent writer to contribute an outstanding article to their online publication.

Eligibility:
The contest is open to all students. Ambitious applicant are permitted to submit multiple articles. No co-authored essays are accepted.

URL:
https://www.theblanchlawfirm.com/the-blanch-law-firm-scholarship-award/

Deadline:
01/01/2050

Description:
The Gates Scholarship is a highly selective, full scholarship for exceptional, Pell-eligible, minority, high school seniors. Starting in 2018, the scholarship will be awarded to 300 top student leaders each year with the intent of promoting their academic excellence through college graduation, and providing them the opportunity to reach their full potential. Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Eligibility:
To apply, students must be:

• A high school senior
• From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
• Pell-eligible
• A US citizen, national or permanent resident
• A minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale

Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

Ideal Candidate
An ideal candidate will have:

• An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
• Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
• Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)

URL:
https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship

Deadline:
09/15/2050

Description:
The Pat Tillman Foundation unites and empowers remarkable military veterans and spouses as the next generation of private and public sector leaders committed to service beyond self. The fellowship program supports Tillman Scholars with academic scholarships, a national network, and professional development opportunities in all different fields. The scholarship covers educational expenses, including tuition and fees, books and living expenses. In 2018, Tillman Scholars can expect to receive an $11,000 annual scholarship as well as a $1,000 stipend for professional development opportunities.

Eligibility:
See website for details.

URL:
http://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply-to-be-a-scholar/

Deadline:
12/21/2050

Description:
UCL is consistently ranked as one of the top multifaculty UK universities. Each year, UCL awards major scholarships on the basis of academic excellence to graduate students studying taught and research programs.

Eligibility:
Please view the website for additional eligibility details or contact scholarships@ucl.ac.uk. Deadlines vary depending on the scholarship.

URL:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/scholarships

Deadline:
01/01/2050