45 Scholarships for Minority Students
Various scholarships with varying requirements, awards, and deadlines. Click link for details.
Website: http://https//www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/student-life/scholarships-minority-students/
Symantec Software Scholarship
Applicants must create and enter a software-based science project into a Utah regional science fair. Applicants are selected to compete in a Utah regional science fair by qualifying in both the school and district science fairs. Students must register as a Symantec Software scholarship participant when they enter the regional science fair. Participants do not have to win at the regional science fair level, but they must compete at this level to be chosen for a Symantec Software Scholarship.
Carefully review Symantec Scholarship Rules and Regulations so that you can be certain that your project idea meets the Symantec Software Scholarship requirements. Be selected to compete in a Utah regional science fair, for high school grades 9-12, by qualifying in both your school and district science fairs. Enter your project into one of the following regional science fairs:
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Check the science fair deadlines on the website
Website: http://www.symantec.com/about/profile/responsibility/software_scholarship.jsp
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Hunt Electric Merit Scholarship
This award has been created to reward a driven, hard-working individual with aspirations and intentions of joining the electrical industry by undergoing the necessary training and post-secondary education to become a Journeyman Electrician.
Requirements:
Amount: Full Ride (all tuition, books, fees, and parking expenses for 8 electrical course semesters)
Website: scholarships@huntelectric.com
Eligible grade: 12
Huntington Learning Center Scholarship
At Huntington Learning Center, they strive to work to accomplish their mission to provide every student the best education possible. Prepping for the ACT/SAT and various subject exams is a big part of your students' success and they want to help. They are offering a $4,000 scholarship to help fulfill student's academic dreams!
Amount: $4,000
Website: www.huntingtonhelps/contest
Miss Teen and Miss Utah International Pageant
These pageants have just announced that every contestant for 2017 will be awarded a $3000 scholarship to Renaissance Academie, regardless of how they place. Also, over $86,000 in scholarships and prizes will be divided up among the winners and runners-up. The pageant heavily focuses on volunteer work and last year, the contestants spent over 1,400 hours representing their city at the state pageant.
Amount: varies
Website: www.utahinternationalpageants.com
Summer of Service
UServeUtah...One day, one week, one summer at a time!
Summer of Service is Utah's statewide initiative to celebrate and mobilize youth ages 5-25 to make a meaningful difference in their local communities by volunteering June 1 to August 31.
Prizes are awarded monthly based on a minimum of 10 hours served and a video or photo with story submitted.
Deadline: see website
Website: userve.utah.gov/summerofservice
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Youth Activity Fund
Youth Activity Fund for high school students and college undergraduates fosters a new generation of explorers dedicated to the advancement of scientific knowledge of the world. See website for more information.
Amount:
Deadline: see website
Website: https://explorers.org/expeditions/funding/expedition_grants
Eligible grade: 12
NROTC - Naval Reserve Office Training Corps
The NROTC scholarship is offered through the University of Utah and Westminster. There is no obligation to join until the 2nd year of school. Applicants can major in any field. This scholarship was established to educate and train qualified young men and women for service as commissioned officers in the unrestricted line Naval Reserve or Marine Corps Reserve.
Amount: Up to $180,000 (full tuition, student fees, books, housing)
Deadline: see website
Contact: 800-USA-NAVY or Ms. Mitchell in the Counseling Office
Website: http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/
Eligible grade: 12
Build-A-Bear Workshop Huggable Heroes
There are many pawesome kids doing great things to help others and we want to hear about them! We will award 10 young people each a $7,500.00 prize for their outstanding community service - a $5,000 college scholarship and a 42,500 donation to their special 501(c)(3) or a registered Canadian or UK charity cause.
Tell us about the Huggable Hero you know or nominate yourself! You will need to complete several short answer questions about: what cause your nominee supports; what they have done for their cause; examples of their impact or accomplishments; how many hours they volunteer each month; and how much money they have raised and/or how many items have been collected for their cause.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: see website
Website: http://heroes.buildabear.com/Rules.aspx
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
ITT Tech Opportunity Scholarship
The primary purpose of the Opportunity Scholarship (the "OS") is to encourage certain students to commit to pursuing their educational goals. The OS is only available to eligible students attending classes at an ITT Technical Institute in:
Please see website for eligibility requirements.
Amount: $3,750
Deadline: see website
Website: http://www.itt-tech.edu/opportunity_scholarship.cfm
Eligible grade: 12
PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) Scholarships
Each year PRSSA presents more than $20,000 in scholarships and awards to members and Chapters who exhibit outstanding merit in public relations. Apply for a scholarship, submit your best work, or enter one of our many national competitions to find out how PRSSA can enhance - and help fund - your education. There are several areas of scholarship opportunities:
Amount: Varies
Deadline: see website
Website: http://prssa.prsa.org/scholarships_competitions/
Eligible grade: 11, 12
AES Engineer's Scholarship
This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post-secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. To apply, students will submit an essay of 500 - 1000 words. This is the topic for this year:
When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?
Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com
Amount: $500
Deadline: 10/06/2019
Website: http://aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Eligible grade: 12
Youthlinc Service Year
Are you looking for a nine month service opportunity? Students can sign up to plan projects to improve the lives of individuals in impoverished villages across seven developing nations for two weeks next summer. They will also become relied upon volunteers in their own community and attend monthly meetings where they are mentored by adult professionals to take leadership roles in a variety of service initiatives.
Amount: service opportunity
Deadline: 10/9/2019
Website: www.youthlinc.org
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Sterling Scholar Awards
Students are selected to represent their high school in each of the following areas:
Selection is based on scholarship, leadership, and citizenship. Teachers will be reaching out to Seniors that are being nominated to represent Venture High School.
Amount: Awards for Region and State winners
Deadline: 10/1/2019 2:45pm
Eligible grade: 12
United States Senate Youth Program
The eligibility requirements for your school's student representative are:
Utah will choose two students at the state competition to send to Washington for a week in March where they will each receive a $5,000 scholarship. They must be able to go to Washington to receive the scholarship.
Utah Contact: Noralee Green
250 E. 500 S.
PO Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
801-538-7784
noralee.green@schools.utah.gov
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: 10/21/2019
Website: http://www.ussenateyouth.org/
Eligible grade: 11, 12
Young Arts Awards
These awards recognize artistic excellence in the visual, literary and performing arts. Students in grades 10-12 are eligible to apply. Cash awards up to $10,000.00
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 10/11/2019
Website: http://www.youngarts.org/apply
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
The House Method Commitment to Our Homes Scholarship
House Method is committed to improving our homes to make them safer, more efficient, more sustainable, beautiful and functional. We believe that those committed to doing the work of bettering our homes deserve to be honored in their pursuits.
Requirements:
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 10/15/2019
Website: all materials should be sent in a single PDF to scholarships@housemethod.com
Eligible grade: 12
Debt Free Degree Scholarship Giveaway
We're giving away $10,000 in college scholarships. Answer a few easy questions on the website about going to college debt-free and be entered for a chance to win one of three scholarships. Students, only you can enter the giveaway - no one can enter for you.
Amount: One $5,000, Two $2,500
Deadline: 10/31/19
Website: https://www.anthonyoneal.com/giveaway?_ga=2.87933982.744079549.1570207033-882198963.1570207033
Eligible Grade: 12
Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship
The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship is an award for any current or soon-to-be undergraduate student who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 11/1/2020
Website: https://www.derricklawfirm.com/library/scholarship.cfm
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Bennington College Young Writers Competition
Submit one of the following: Poetry (a group of 3 poems); fiction (a short story or one-act play), nonfiction (a personal or academic essay). Submit online to Bennington College. Submission time frame is September 1 to November 1, 2018.
Amount: $250 - $500
Deadline: 11/01/2019
Website: https://admissions.bennington.edu/register/youngwriters
Eligible grade: 12
Congressional APP Challenge 2019
The Congressional APP Challenge is a public effort to encourage kids to learn how to code, through annual district-wide competitions hosted by Members of Congress for their district.
Here's how to participate:
Amount: varies
Deadline: 11/1/2019
Website: www.congressionalappchallenge.us
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Elks National Foundation Emergency Educational Grants
Emergency Educational Grants: One-year educational grants available to children of deceased or totally disabled Elks. Grants are based on information submitted in the application.
Amount: Up to $4,000
Deadline: 11/5/2019
Website: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/
NCWIT Award (National Center for Women & Information Technology)
The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) seeks high-school level young women to apply for the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing! The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing honors young women who are active and interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Winners get cool prizes, gadgets, and scholarships, and can join a community of like-minded young, technical women. National award winners are selected from across the country and Affiliate Award competitions are available in many areas nationwide. All girls at all computing levels are encouraged to apply: we recognize aspirations as well as accomplishments! Competition for the 2019 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing is open to any U.S. high school-level female (grades 9-12).
Amount: $500, a laptop computer, an engraved award and an expenses-paid trip to the national award ceremony
Deadline: 11/05/2019
Website: https://www.aspirations.org/recognitions/AiCAward
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Prudential Spirit of Community Award
The Prudential Spirit of Community Award is open to students in grades 5-12 who have participated in volunteer activities in the past 12 months. Local Honorees are selected by participating organizations in November and receive a certificate of recognition. Bingham High School is a participating organization. If you have taken part in a community service in the last 12 months and are a student at Bingham, fill out an application form at the website listed below and submit it to Kim Campbell, Scholarship Assistant at kimberly.campbell@jordandistrict.org.
State Honorees are selected from each state and receive an award of $1,000, an engraved medallion and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, DC for the national recognition events. Ten National Honorees receive an additional award of $5,000, an engraved gold medallion and a trophy for their school or organization. Apply online at one of the two following websites: www.spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit.
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
Deadline: 11/06/2019
Contact: Scholarship Assistant in Counseling Office
Website: www.spirit.prudential.com
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program rewards excellence by supporting high achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities. Selected from a nationwide pool of applicants, up to 40 students will become Jack Kent Cooke Scholars and have access to funding for up to four years for undergraduate studies. This highly competitive scholarship includes: up to $40,000 per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school, ability to pursue any area of study, personal advising about selecting a college, and navigating financial aid, multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the college student experience.
At a minimum, applicants must:
Amount: $40,000
Deadline: 11/13/2019
Website: http://www.jkcf.org/scholarship-programs/college-scholarship/
Eligible grade: 12
Utah JumpStart Scholarship Competition
This scholarship is designed to recognize students who can demonstrate a solid understanding of financial literary concepts and are pursuing a post-secondary education either at a university, college, trade school or similar institution of higher learning. They are looking for creative, engaging VIDEO entries that capture the important principles of preparing financially for college while keeping debt to a minimum.
Eligibility:
Applicant MUST:
Amount: $1,250
Deadline: 11/30/2019
Website: www.utahjumpstart.org
Eligible grade: 12
Real World Design Challenge Scholarship
Eligibility:
Amount: $50,000
Deadline: 11/22/2019
Website: https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10303/real_world_design_challenge_scholarships_scholarship.php
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Seattle University - Sullivan Leadership Award
The Sullivan Leadership Award represents Seattle University's holistic definition of academic excellence, one that transcends classroom performance. The award is a full scholarship, equal to tuition, room and board for each of four years, designed to support students whose records reflect their commitment to: Academic Excellence, Service and Leadership, Community, Spirituality, Global Engagement.
Amount: equal to full tuition plus room and board for 4 years
Deadline: 11/30/2019
Website: http://www.seattleu.edu/sullivan/
Eligible grade: 12
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Christopher Columbus Essay Contest
The DAR sponsors this contest in honor of Christopher Columbus. Each academic year, an essay topic is chosen and contest instructions are made available to students.
The contest is open to students in grades 9-12. Essays are judged for historical accuracy, adherence to topic, organization of materials, interest, originality, spelling, grammar, punctuation and neatness. Additional rules and guidelines can be found by contacting your local DAR chapter. One winning essay from each participating chapter is submitted for judging on the state level. Each state winner is judged on the divisional level and the divisional winners move on to the national level, where the winner is announced. The national winner is invited to read their winning essay at the National Columbus Day celebration in Washington, D.C.
Amount: trip to Washington D.C.
Deadline: 12/01/2018
Contact: Susan Holt, mail essays to: Susan Holt, Salt Lake Valley DAR Chapter, 10814 Heather Ridge Drive, Sandy, UT 84070
Website: http://www.dar.org/
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
University of Utah Larry H. & Gail Miller Enrichment Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to assist students with demonstrated financial need, with an emphasis on students from an under-represented ethnic background or who are first generation college students. The award varies and may include the following benefits: full tuition and fees, on-campus room and board, and a textbook allowance.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 12/01/2018
Website: www.utah.edu
Eligible grade: 12
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens
The DAR Good Citizens program and scholarship contest is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship. The program is open to all senior class students enrolled in accredited public or private secondary schools. United States citizenship is not required.
The procedure for selecting a DAR Good Citizen is for the school faculty and students to select one senior who has demonstrated, to an outstanding degree, the qualities of a good citizen: dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. Only one student per year may be honored as a school's DAR Good Citizen. This student is then eligible, if he/she wishes, to enter the DAR Good Citizens scholarship contest. Program and essay contest materials are provided to a participating school by a local DAR chapter.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 12/01/2018
Contact: Kim Campbell in the Counseling Center
Website: http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
FRA 2018-2019 Americanism Essay Contest
Students submit a 350 word or less essay on "What Patriotism Means to Me".
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: 12/01/2018
Website: www.fra.org/essay
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Sunshine Behavioral Health
To apply for the $500 scholarship, please submit an essay focused on the Opioid epidemic in the United States. The topic is open-ended. Do you or a loved one have a personal story overcoming opioid addiction? Do you have analysis of the latest research that provides insight on how to address this epidemic? Share your story and showcase your writing skills.
Must be currently attending or planning to attend a college or university during the 2020 academic year, and must be pursuing a health related degree.
Amount: $500
Deadline: December 1, 2019
Contact: All essay submissions should be sent to: richardf@sunshinebh.com
Website: https://www.sunshinebehavioralhealth.com/sunshine-behavioral-healths-opioid-awareness-scholarship/
Eligible grade: 12
CT Chimney Repair
This is a scholarship for students who are considering a career in construction, plumbing, carpentry, or other skilled trades. You need to write an essay focusing on career goals. It can focus on what inspired you to pursue a career in your target field, a story about a past project or any other hands-on experience. You have flexibility on the topic of your essay. The article must be posted to your blog.
How to Apply
Write a blog post of 1000+ words on a topic following the guidelines above.
Amount: $500
Deadline: December 1, 2019
Contact: info@ctchimneyrepair.net
Website: http://ctchimneyrepair.net/ct-chimney-repair-scholarship/
Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship
Eligibility:
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: 12/06/2019 5:00 PM EST
Website: www.leadersandachievers@scholarshipamerica.org
Eligible grade: 12
The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers
The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience through The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Each year the Alliance partners with more than 100 visual and literary-arts organizations across the country to bring The Awards to local communities. Teens in grades 7 through 12 can apply in 28 categories of art and writing for the chance to earn scholarships and have their works exhibited or published. Submissions are juried by luminaries in the visual and literary arts, some of whom are past award recipients. Panelists look for works that best exemplify originality, technical skill and the emergence of a personal voice or vision.
More than $250,000 is given annually through the Scholastic Awards program in awards and scholarships to top winners and their educators. In addition, more than $8 million in scholarships is set aside each year by our partners for recipients of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Seniors earning National Medals are eligible to receive scholarships through partnerships with esteemed colleges and universities. Apply for admission to the colleges and universities listed on the website: http://www.artandwriting.org/the-awards/scholarships-and-prizes/scholarship-partners/. Visit school websites for admission deadlines and other information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 12/03/2019
Website: http://www.artandwriting.org/the-awards/how-to-enter/
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Creativity & Citizenship Award
Produced in partnership with the National Constitution Center (NCC) and sponsored by the Maurice R. Robinson Fund, the Creativity & Citizenship Award asks artists and writers to take on a specific theme agreed upon by NCC and the Alliance. Each year, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and NCC work to choose a theme that is both topical and important. There will be three awards given to outstanding works of art and/or writing that explore the theme.
How to Apply:
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 12/03/2019
Website: http://www.artandwriting.org/
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
National Honor Society Scholarship
Eligible senior NHS members may apply. Students will be evaluated on the four pillars of NHS and financial need. The student completes their part of the application by December 6, 2019 and then needs to have the adviser for NHS complete the adviser part by December 10, 2019.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 12/06/2019
Contact: Mrs. Green
Website: www.nhs.us
Eligible grade: 12
Lynne Jensen Memorial Scholarship
Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to attend college. Scholarship monies will be given directly to the student. There are four scholarships available.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 12/09/2018
Website: www.utschoolcounselor.org
Eligible grade: 12
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Leadership Award
Each year, the University of Utah honors outstanding students from across the state of Utah, grades 7 through 12, for their dedication to the beliefs and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: social action, positive change and building bridges among cultures and communities. Each 2019 Youth Leadership Award recipient will be honored with a plaque and a monetary award at the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration held at the University of Utah. The reception and awards ceremony will take place in January 2020, sponsored by the Alumni Association and the Associated Students of the University of Utah.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Leadership Award Selection Committee uses nominations for these scholarships. If you feel you aptly demonstrate these attributes in your community and daily activities, encourage someone who is familiar with these attributes to nominate you.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 12/11/2019
Website: https://diversity.utah.edu/mlk-yla/
Eligible grade: 12
AXA Achievement Scholarship in Association with U.S. News & World Report
The AXA Achievement Scholarship, sponsored by the AXA Foundation in association with U.S. News & World Report, provides scholarship awards of $25,000 and $10,000, with winners in every state nationwide. Applicants must:
- Be U.S. citizens or legal residents living or claiming residency in one of the 50 United States, Washington D.C. or Puerto Rico
- Be current high school seniors who plan to enroll full time in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2019-20 academic year
- Demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work related activities
*Because reducing risk is woven into the fabric of our company, special consideration is given to achievements that empower society to mitigate risk through education and/or action in areas such as financial, environmental, health, safety and/or emergency preparedness.
ONLY THE FIRST 10,000 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED SO APPLY EARLY!
Amount: $10,000 - $25,000
Deadline: 12/15/2019
Website: www.axa-scholarship.com
Eligible grade: 12
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes
The Foot Locker Scholar-Athletes program awards $20,000 to 20 high school, college-bound seniors across the nation for being exemplary leaders on their sports teams, in their classrooms and in their communities.
Who is Eligible:
- Current high school seniors entering an accredited, four-year US college or university in the fall of 2019
- Current members (in good standing) of a high school sports team or are involved in after-school sports
- Maintained a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- A U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident
- NOT a Foot Locker employee or an immediate family member of a Foot Locker employee
Applicants will be evaluated on the following:
- Embody good sportsmanship and strong moral character
- Are passionate and committed to empowering the community in which he/she lives
- Are confident and enthusiastic leaders
- Display academic excellence
- Come from diverse backgrounds
- Are Foot Locker Scholar Athlete material - they are proactive, highly motivated, inspiring, charismatic, honest, trustworthy, genuine, strong and courageous.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: 1/3/2020
Website: footlockerscholarathletes.com
Eligible grade: 12
Burger King Scholars Program
Last spring, thanks to the support of the BK® family and the McLamore Family Foundation, the foundation awarded more than 2,200 scholarships, totaling more than $2.4 million. Scholarship grants range from $1,000 to $50,000, and are intended to help students offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected based on their grade point average, work experience, extracurricular activities and/or community service.
Scholarships are funded direc tly by the BURGER KING McLAMORE(SM) Foundation and are made possible thanks to our generous donors, including BK employees, franchisees, vendors and guests.
Amount: $1,000 to $50,000
Deadline:12/15/2019
Website: http://bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
Eligible grade: 12
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The Travis W. Watkins Tax Resolution & Accounting Firm Scholarship
The Travis W. Watkins Tax Resolution & Accounting Firm Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 award for any current or soon-to-be student who has had his or her family’s life altered because of tax controversies (back taxes owed, audits, etc.).
Amount: $1,000
Deadline 12/31/2020
Website: https://www.traviswatkins.com/scholarship/
Eligible Grade: 12
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My Dream Job Scholarship
This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post-secondary educational facility. To apply, students will submit an essay of 500 words. This is the topic for this year: Describe what your dream job would be.
Submit essay to: scholarship@zippia.com
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 12/31/2020
Website: https://www.zippia.com/research/scholarship/
Eligible grade: 12
Foot Locker Scholar Athletes
The Foot Locker Scholar-Athletes program awards $20,000 to 20 high school, college-bound seniors across the nation for being exemplary leaders on their sports teams, in their classrooms and in their communities.
Who is Eligible:
Applicants will be evaluated on the following:
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: 1/3/2020
Website: footlockerscholarathletes.com
Eligible grade: 12
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Honoring the legacy and character of our nation's 40th president, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Awards are for undergraduate study only, and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board.
To be eligible for this award, applicants must:
Semifinalists will be required to provide a recommendation from a community leader, such as a high school principal, elected official or executive director of a nonprofit organization, and must provide documentation to certify academic performance and financial need. Finalists will be interviewed via Skype or telephone by a member of the selection committee.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 01/03/2020
Website: reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship
Distinguished Young Women is a national scholarship program that inspires high school girls to develop their full, individual potential through a fun, transformative experience that culminates in a celebratory showcase of their accomplishments: by encouraging continued education and providing college scholarships; by developing self-confidence and the abilities to interview effectively, to speak in public, to perform on stage and to build interpersonal relationships; by encouraging and showcasing excellence in academic achievement, physical fitness, on-stage performance skills, and the ability to think and communicate clearly; and by creating opportunities to beneficially inspire the lives of others.
Distinguished Young Women believes that every young woman has the potential to reach her own goals in life, regardless of her outward appearance or economic status.
Participants earn scholarships and medallions to signify the organization's emphasis on academic achievement and all-around excellence. Participants are provided opportunities to teach young people how to live a healthy life, the importance of education, and self-esteem through the Be Your Best Self Program.
Components are:
1. Scholastic (based on transcripts from high school and standardized tests)
2. Interview (10 minutes with judges in a business-like suite)
3. Talent (90 seconds of your best performance)
4. Fitness (a routine taught to you with emphasis on fun)
5. Self Expression (answering a question for about 30 seconds in a special "after 5" fancy knee length dress)
DO YOU HAVE A GREAT ATTITUDE? ARE YOU FITNESS MINDED? DO YOU STRIVE TO BE YOUR BEST SELF? DO YOU HAVE A PERFORMING TALENT? DO YOU HAVE A GPA OF 3.5 OR GREATER? Log on to www.distinguishedyw.org and apply today!
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 2020 for 2021 graduates
Contact: Lois Wille (801) 792-1287; lwille@burgoyne.com
Website: www.distinguishedyw.org
Eligible Grade: 11
Ron Brown Scholar Program
For high school seniors of African American descent that plan to make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their communities through service to others. Must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 01/09/2020
Website: www.ronbrown.org
Eligible grade: 12
APIASF Scholarship Program
Scholarships range from one-time $2,500 awards to $20,000 awards. APIASF provides scholarships to underserved AAPI students with a special focus on those who:
Eligibility Criteria:
Amount: $2,500-$20,000
Deadline: 01/22/2020
Website: www.apiasf.org
Eligible grade: 12
MESA Scholarship Application
To be eligible for a scholarship you must provide evidence of:
Scholarships are valid only at the following ESA/STEP member institutions: Salt Lake Community College, University of Utah, Utah State University and Weber State University.
Amount: varies
Deadline: TBA
Website: https://mesaut.org/resources/forms
Eligible grade: 12
Utah State University Quinney Scholarship
The Quinney Scholarship provides support to undergraduates who desire to better understand and contribute to a field involving natural resources. Majors are: Environmental Studies, Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Forestry, Geography, Conservation and Restoration Ecology, Rangeland Resources, Recreation Resource Management, Watershed and Earth Systems, and Wildlife Science.
Requirements:
Submit application materials as a single PDF by email to shelly.kotynek@usu.edu
Amount: $8,000 per year for four years
Deadline: 01/15/2020
Website: www.qcnr.usu.edu
Eligible grade: 12
Coolidge Scholars Program
The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride scholarship that covers tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study and leadership training. The scholarship can be used by recipients at ANY accredited U.S. University. Only current high school JUNIORS may apply.
Amount: varies
Deadline: 01/16/2020
Website: coolidgescholars.org
Eligible grade: 11
The Hamilton Award
The Hamilton Award recognizes outstanding high school juniors for their academic, personal, and service achievements and selects students for the Hamilton Leaders Academy - a three-year, no student cost program that helps students get into college, transition to college, succeed while in college and transition to the post college world. A Hamilton Award Winner...
Winners are enrolled in the Hamilton Leaders Academy and receive:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 01/29/2020
Website: www.hamiltonscholars.org
Eligible grade: 11
National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA and UIAAA) Scholarship
This scholarship will recognize the distinguished scholastic, leadership, and citizenship attributes of high school student athletes, and the importance of high school athletics in each student's life.
Criteria:
Amount: $1500 - $2500
Deadline: 01/31/2020
Website: www.niaaa.org/niaaa-awards/niaaa-student-athlete-scholarship
Eligible grade: 12
UYSA College Scholarship
This program is open to Utah soccer players who are registered to a UYSA affiliated club and are graduating high school seniors. Two scholarships, one to a male soccer player and one to a female soccer player, will be awarded to two players from the DISTRICT IN WHICH THEY ARE REGISTERED. You may submit a digital or paper submission.
Requirements:
Amount: $750
Deadline: 2/01/2020 5PM
Please contact Stephanie Larsen for any questions your may have about the scholarship. slarsen@utahyouthsoccer.net
Website: http://www.utahyouthsoccer.net/players/college_scholarships/
Eligible grade: 12
Susan K Madsen Youth Service Scholarship
Applicants must be a current member of Utah Youth Soccer Association and a graduating senior. Two $1500 awards will be given to one male and one female.
Applications requirements:
Amount: $1500
Deadline: 02/01/2020 5PM
Please contact Stephanie Larsen for any questions your may have about the scholarship. slarsen@utahyouthsoccer.net
Website: http://www.utahyouthsoccer.net/players/college_scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
U-S2TEM
The U-S2TEM program, funded through the National Science Foundation, is a partnership of the Global Change and Sustainability Center and the Center for Science and Math Education (CSME) to provide academically talented, financially challenged, and diverse undergraduate students with unique educational and research opportunities. By using a comprehensive approach to undergraduate education, the U-S2TEM program will provide scholarships for up to 4 years to students in the Colleges of Science, Mines and Earth Sciences, and Engineering. This program is targeted at incoming freshman who are interested in being a part of this program for all 4 years of their undergraduate career.
Criteria:
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: http://environment.utah.edu/undergrad/ustem.html
Eligible grade: 12
CTE Scholarships
CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards are for outstanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) students. The awards cover up to one year of tuition. CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards are open to any graduating senior student who plans to get CTE training after high school. This training must result in one of the following: an associate degree or less in a CTE area, or a bachelor's degree with a teaching credential in a CTE area.
Criteria:
Once you have completed the required information, collected all required signatures, and attached all necessary documents, please submit your application to Ashley Higgs at ashley.higgs@schools.utah.gov
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: www.schools.utah.gov/cte/resources/scholarshipsawards
Eligible grade: 12
University of Utah ARUP Utah Promise
The University of Utah provides a specific scholarship program that assists incoming Freshman students in financial need with educational costs. The Utah Promise scholarship program provides additional support to academically qualified students with financial need to gain access to a great education that the University of Utah provides.
The Utah Promise scholarship provides $2,000 per year ($1,000 each semester) to recipients, for up to 4 semesters. Awards will be offered to students as funding allows, with consideration being given to those identified with the highest financial need. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and financial aid file with the University of Utah by March 1st to be considered.
Amount: $2,000 ($1,000 per semester) per year
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: http://financialaid.utah.edu/scholarships/freshman-general-scholarships.php
Eligible grade: 12
SLCC CTE Scholarships
There are a variety of scholarships available to CTE students and this is an application for those that have funding available and based on the individual program that the student indicates he/she is enrolled in. For ALL scholarships you must be admitted as a matriculated student and scholarships are open to Utah residents only. Scholarships are awarded based on need for financial aid and academic achievement. The following items are required to complete the CTE Scholarship Application:
Completed scholarship application.
Two current letters of recommendation from individuals with direct knowledge of your abilities and potential.
Briefly discuss your educational and career goals, the qualities that you possess that will help you succeed in college and your need for funding to assist with educational expenses.
Applications can be submitted to the SLCC Financial Aid Office at Redwood Campus, South Campus, or Jordan Campus, or mailed to the Financial Aid Office. The application is available at the above campus locations or online at: http://www.slcc.edu/financialaid/slcc-scholarships-and-tuition-waivers.aspx. For questions and information, contact Ruth Henneman, Scholarship Specialist in the Financial Aid Office at (801) 957-4123.
These CTE scholarships are funded by generous donations from the following donors: Paul Gunderson Memorial, George F. Pearson Memorial, Richard W. Schanz Family Fund, and Volkswagon Bank.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: http://www.slcc.edu/financialaid/slcc-scholarships-and-tuition-waivers.aspx
Eligible grade: 12
Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism (Juniors only)
The annual Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference program targets rising high school juniors who are interested in pursuing a career in journalism and who demonstrate qualities of "free spirit." Students will come to Washington, D.C., June 14-20, 2019.
Criteria:
Amount: varies
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: http://freespirit.org/
Eligible grade: 11
University of Utah Steve and Angie Smith Young Alumni Scholarship
Requirements:
Applications must include:
Amount: $6,000
Deadline: 02/01/2019
Website: www.utah.edu
Eligible grade: 12
The Chicana/o Scholarship Fund - University of Utah
In 1973, in honor of the ideals and principles of equal opportunity and social justice in education, a group of Chicana/o comprised of members from the community and University of Utah students, staff, and faculty initiated the Chicana/o Scholarship Fund at the University of Utah. Committed to all students of diversity who promote the cultural pride and tradition of the Chicana/o-Latina/o community, the Chicana/o Scholarship Fund recognizes and assists students in their undergraduate and/or graduate education endeavors. The Chicana/o Scholarship Fund awards a number of scholarships to graduating high school seniors who will be entering their freshman year at the University of Utah and undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Utah.
Eligible students are selected on the basis of family background, scholastic effort and involvement in community activities that promote cultural pride and strengthen the Chicana/o-Latina/o community. Financial need may strongly influence the final selection.
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must be:
Amount:
Deadline: 02/03/2020
Website: www.chicano.utah.edu
Eligible grade: 12
Army - ROTC
The high school four-year scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program Contact your high school academic advisor or campus Military Science department for more information.
Requirements:
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 02/04/2020
Contact: Army recruiter or Ms. Carey in the Counseling Center
Website: http://www.goarmy.com/
Eligible grade: 11, 12
American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Program
The NROTC scholarship is offered through the University of Utah and Westminster College.
Speaking subjects must be on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution, with some emphasis on the duties and obligations of citizens to our government. Speeches are 8 to 10 minutes long; three- to five-minute speeches on an assigned topic also are part of the contest. See website for more information about topics.
Scholarships are awarded to the three finalists. First place receives $18,000, second place receives $16,000 and third place receives $14,000. Each individual state winner certified into and participating in the first round of the national contest receives a $1,500 scholarship. Scholarships may be used to attend any college or university in the United States. Funding comes from The American Legion Life Insurance Fund. In addition to the national organization's scholarships, hundreds of scholarships are awarded to participants by posts, districts, counties, and departments during earlier levels of competition. Scholarships can equal up to $180,000 - full tuition, student fees, books, housing (at Westminster), $250 stipend per month during the first year of school.
The 2018 department Oratorical Contest will be held Saturday, February 3rd at 1:00 pm at the Spanish Fork Veterans Memorial Building. Address: 400 North Main Street, Spanish Fork UT
Amount: Varies
Deadline: TBA
Website: http://www.legion.org/oratorical
Eligible grade: 12
Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship
Scholarships of $8,000 over the course of four years ($2,000 a year) will be awarded by Northrop Grumman to qualified graduating high school seniors per the following: One [1] scholarship in each of Maryland's 23 counties and one [1] in the city of Baltimore. Two [2] in each of the eight locations listed below:
Criteria:
Amount: $8,000
Deadline: 02/05/2019
Website: www.northropgrumman.com
Eligible grade: 12
Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision
ExploraVision is a competition that encourages K-12 students of all interest, skill and ability levels to create and explore a vision of a future technology by combining their imaginations with the tools of science. Teams of two to four students research scientific principles and current technologies as the basis for designing innovative technologies that could exist in 20 years. Students compete for up to $240,000 in savings bonds (maturity value) for college and cool gifts from Toshiba. First and second place teams also receive an expenses-paid trip with their families, mentor and coach to Washington D.C. for a gala awards weekend in June, 2018.
Amount: up to $240,000
Deadline: 02/08/2019
Website: www.exploravision.org
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Utah Opportunity Scholarship - University of Utah
The University of Utah recognizes that a racially/ethnically diverse student body benefits and enriches the educational experiences of all students, faculty, and staff. Thus, we strive to recruit students who will further enrich this diversity, and make every attempt to support their academic and personal success while they are here. In support of this goal, the Utah Opportunity Scholarship (UOS) will be offered to entering freshmen who reside in the Greater Salt Lake City area. Eligible students are first-generation college students and/or those with demonstrated financial need. Whenever possible, scholars will be selected from applicants whose ethnic background is underrepresented in higher education in Utah.
To Qualify for this scholarship:
Amount: $32,000 + fees and books
Deadline: 02/08/2019
Website: http://diversity.utah.edu/scholarships/index
Eligible grade: 12
University of Utah 2019 HonorsGradU Scholarship
The theme this year is: HonorsGradU Design a Better Future $10,000 Scholarship
Whether through essays or multimedia, students have used their voices to share visions for a better world. So here's their chance to put them to action! We're asking high school seniors to submit a proposal for how they'll better their communities. There will be three rounds, using the principles of design thinking:
Round one:
First 3 stages of design thinking Launch cycle
Students submit overall proposal based on the Ford Institute Community Building Principles
Selection based on completion, seriousness, and viability, offering feedback for those approved to move on to round 2
Deadline: February 11, 2019
Round two:
Next 3 phases of design thinking launch cycle (all but the final launch)
Students submit an artifact representing their progress and learning
Students are given additional feedback
Deadline: March 18, 2019
Round three:
LAUNCH phase of design thinking launch cycle
Students submit a final reflection that shares how their project is doing one of the following: 1) increasing connections, 2) building capacity, or 3) taking community-led action. They also share their ideas for acquiring further funding, in addition to the $5,000 from HGU if selected as the top finalist
Include a video of yourself working on your project
Deadline: April 15, 2019
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 02/11/2019
Website: www.honorsgraduation.com/graduation-scholarship.htm
Eligible grade: 12
Women's Italian American Civic League
An applicant must be of ITALIAN ancestry and a 2019 graduate of a Utah school.
Requirements:
*Your essay is a critical part of the application - TELL US YOUR STORY
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 02/13/2019
Website: www.Italianamericancivicleague.com
Eligible grade: 12
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship
The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000, and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy, and Outside the Box. Davidson Fellows are honored every year in Washington, D.C. with congressional meetings and a special reception. Davidson Fellows is named as one of the 10 Biggest Scholarships in the World by TheBestColleges.org and one of 7 Prestigious Undergrad Scholarships in U.S. News & World Report.
Criteria:
Amount: $50,000, $25,000 & $10,000
Deadline: 02/13/2019
Website: http://www.davidsongifted.org/Fellows/
Eligible grade: 12
We The Students Scholarship Contest
In 500-800 words, answer the following question: "What are the essential qualities of a citizen in your community in 21st century America?" This year, they are asking you to dig deep and make your essay personal. They want to know what YOU think makes a good citizen in your community!
When students win, teachers win! The teachers of each winner will receive prize money to reward their work in the classroom.
Amount: $500 - $5,000
Deadline: 02/14/2019
Website: http://billofrightsinstitute.org/
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Hispanic Scholarship Fund/General College Scholarship
Four scholarships offered for graduating high school seniors of Hispanic heritage.
Eligibility:
Amount: $500 - $5,000
Deadline: 02/15/2019
Website: www.hsf.net/en_us/scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
Daughters of the American Revolution National Society Scholarship
The NSDAR awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of degrees in diverse disciplines including history, law, nursing, and education. The DAR Scholarship Committee awards scholarships to qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, sex or national origin. All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance at an accredited college or university in the United States. The only exception is the American Indian Scholarship that is available for students pursuing vocational training.
Requirements:
Amount: $2000-$5000
Deadline: 02/15/2020
Website: www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
George H. Hansen Scholarship
George H. Hansen was the central figure around whom the Department of Geological Sciences at Brigham Young University was built. This award is available to all incoming BYU freshmen who enroll as geology or earth and space science education majors.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 02/15/2019
Website: https://byu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cHJjlD795hmSOrj
Eligible grade: 12
First Ascent Scholars at the University of Utah
The First Ascent Scholars mission is to cultivate, encourage, and enable academically focused students from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds to:
Requirements are:
Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship
In a further effort to provide an outlet for teenagers to express their thoughts about Alzheimer's disease and to engage the younger generation in this cause, AFA is pleased to offer the AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness College Scholarship. Beginning in 2014, scholarship awards to deserving college-bound students will be a $5,000 scholarship to the winner; and $2,500 and $1,000 scholarships to the first and second runners-up, respectively. Additionally, seven $500 scholarships will be awarded for Honorable Mention. This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for college-bound students to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer's disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community.
Criteria:
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: 02/15/2019
Website: http://www.afateens.org/about_new.html
Eligible grade: 12
DAR American Indian Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to help Native American students of any age, any tribe and in any state striving to get an education at the undergraduate or graduate levels. However, undergraduate students are given preference. All awards are judged based on financial need and academic achievement.
Criteria:
Amount: $4,000
Deadline: 02/15/2019
Website: http://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships/american-indian
Eligible grade: 12
Zions Pays for A's
Getting good grades in school pays off - literally. You've worked hard for your grades; it's time to get paid for it! Hardworking 7th to 12th grade teen students (ages 13 to 18) in Utah and Idaho can earn $1 per "A" on their 2017-2018 report cards. Plus, for each "A", students are automatically entered into drawings to win one of 152 scholarship savings accounts, worth up to $1,000.
Here's how: Take your most recent report card for the 2019-2020 school year to any Zions Bank Financial Center. For every "A", get $1 deposited into your Student Savings Account. Don't have an account or not a client? No problem, you'll still be rewarded 0.50 cents per "A" on your report card, get automatically entered for the chance to win drawings for scholarship savings accounts. You must provide your name, grade, phone number, school name and city to be entered.
Community drawings: 150 students from different geographic regions in Utah and Idaho will win scholarship savings accounts throughout the school year. Deadlines to submit most current reports cards:
February 28, 2019 for 1st semester drawing
July 31, 2019 for 2nd semester drawing
Year-end grand prize drawing: entries from all community drawings will be pooled into the grand prize drawing. One Utah student and one Idaho student will each win a grand prize $1,000 scholarship savings account. The deadline to turn in final report cards for the year-end drawing is July 31, 2019
Amount: Varies
Deadline: See above
Contact: email: pays4as@zionsbank.com, or Don Milne, Zions Bank Public Relations, at 801-844-7977
Website: https://www.zionsbank.com/in-our-community/pays-for-as.jsp
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Utah State University's Engineering State
All high school juniors who are university bound, with a high interest in math and science, and interested in engineering or computer science as a possible field of study, should apply for Engineering State. Engineering State will be held on the Utah State campus
June 3 - 6, 2019
Must have at least a 3.0 GPA to attend
Deadline: 02/28/2019
Website: http://estate.usu.edu
Eligible grade: 11
Willy the Plumber Scholarship
These awards are made to further the education or training of students whose parents or guardians have been or are incarcerated. The Fund was established by Karl Winsness, who spent years in prison and knows the impact that can have on young people and their dreams.
Qualifications:
Be prepared to submit the following documents:
Amount: varies
Deadline: 02/28/2019Website: https://thecommunityfoundationofutah.formstack.com/forms/willy_the_plumber_scholarship_2019
Eligible grade: 12
Carrington Court Scholarship
This is a service based scholarship, available ONLY to Bingham High School Students. Carrington Court is a retirement/assisted living home here in the South Jordan Community. They are offering a scholarship that will be awarded to the student that creates the most innovative, organized, exciting, engaging idea/activity that will benefit the residents of Carrington Court through entertainment or education.
Guidelines are as follows:
One week upon completion of your activity, you must submit a 3 page, double spaced, 12 pt. font word essay describing the creation and organization of the activity and what you learned from it and how you engaged the residents. 15 pictures of the event must be submitted along with this activity. Each activity will be recorded to help in the evaluation process
There are three scholarships: one for $1000 and two for $500
Applications must be submitted by February 28, 2019. The activity must be completed by May 15, 2019.
Amount: $500-$1,000
Deadline: 02/28/2019
Website: www.carringtoncourtal.com
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Utah JumpStart Scholarship
Requirements:
Amount: $1250
Deadline: 3/20/20
Contact: Katie Mazzie kmazzie@utahsbr.edu
Website: UtahJumpStart.org/Scholarship
Eligible grade: 11 & 12
Mattress Nerd's Sustainability Scholarship
Eligibility
Essay
Please write a 500-1,000-word essay answering the following questions
What choices can we make as consumers to better our carbon footprints?
Please submit proof of enrollment or an acceptance letter in an accredited learning institution. We will accept a recent transcript, acceptance letter, or tuition bill. Please note: if you are in the process of applying for colleges and universities, please indicate your current school and submit a document with the schools you have currently applied to. If you are selected for the scholarship, we will ask you to provide proof of enrollment for your college or university at that time.
Amount: $1000
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: https://www.mattressnerd.com/scholarship/
Eligible grade: 12
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Plan Ahead for College Costs Scholarship
The goal of this contest is to help middle school and high school students become familiar with the scholarship application process earlier in their school career and proactively understand and prepare for their future college costs.
Amount: $500 (8th & 9th grades) & $750 (10th &11th grades)
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: https://completescholarships.org/
Eligible grade: 8, 9, 10, 11
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Cyprus Credit Union Scholarship
Cyprus Credit Union is pleased to offer a college scholarship for select Cyprus members who are high school seniors.
Cyprus Credit Union members who meet the following criteria are eligible for the scholarship:
Applications must be submitted between January 1st and April 1st to be considered. Please see the website for directions of how to apply and more information.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: https://cypruscu.com/library/files/scholarship.pdf
Eligible grade: 12
American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship
Applicant Eligibility Requirements:
Read complete contest information before applying. Please read all requirements carefully. Entries that do not meet ALL requirements will be automatically disqualified from the contest without notification to the student.
Application process: Applications will only be accepted online through the AFSA scholarship web site (www.afsascholarship.org/). Student must provide all information requested to be able to submit his/her entry.
Step 1: Read all contest information.
Step 2: Read the "Fire Sprinkler Essay." You may print the essay for reference if you choose.
Step 3: Complete registration page with all requested information.
Step 4: Take a ten-question multiple choice test. This is open book and you may print the essay for reference.
Step 5: You may only take the online test ONCE.
Amount: $1000-$2000
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: http://www.afsascholarship.org/
Eligible grade: 12
David Eccles School of Business - Opportunity Scholars Program
Qualification for the David Eccles School - Opportunity Scholars Program and scholarships:
To Apply:
Official high school (incoming freshman) or college transcript OR send hard copy to:
David Eccles School - Opportunity Scholars Program
Deans Office
1655 E. Campus Center Dr.
Salt Lake City, UT 84112-9301
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: https://eccles.utah.edu/programs/undergraduate/opportunity-scholars/
Eligible grade: 12
Dream Weber
The Dream Weber program provides free tuition and general student fees to students whose annual household income is $40,000 or less. How is this possible? The Dream Weber Program uses a combination of federal and state financial aid and money given to the university from generous donors. The purpose of the Dream Weber Program is to help you complete a college degree - which will improve your earning potential throughout your life.
To be eligible for the Dream Weber Program you must:
If you meet the above requirements, be sure to check out the conditions and limitations to see what you have to do to maintain the Dream Weber benefits.
Amount: Tuition
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: http://www.weber.edu/dreamweber/default.html
Eligible grade: 12
UAIIA Scholarship
The Utah Association of Independent Insurance Agents is offering a minimum of three scholarships ranging from $500 to $2000 in 2020 to Utah high school seniors who have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA and are active in extra-curricular activities through their school, church, community or work. Financial need by applicants may also be considered. The requirements are:
Applications, along with required items, must be received or postmarked no later than April 1, 2020. Please mail to:
Utah Association of Independent Insurance Agents
4885 South 900 East, Suite 302
Salt Lake City, Utah 84117
Any questions, please call 801-269-1200
Amount: $500-$2,000
Deadline: 04/01/2020
Website: https://www.uaiia.org/Education/Pages/Scholarships/default.aspx
Eligible grade: 12
Walmart Associate Dependent Scholarship
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 04/02/2020
Website: https://programs.applyists.com/walmartdependent/
Eligible grade: 12
Camp Cardiac, Camp Neuro and Camp MD at the University of Utah
Camp Cardiac, Camp Neuro and Camp MD are 1-week summer day camps open to all high school students at least 15 years and older. These camps provide an excellent starting point for careers in all fields of medicine. Camp Cardiac will be July 13th-17th, Camp Neuro will be June 8-12th, and Camp MD is July 27th-31st. They are at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Standard application and tuition for Camp Cardiac and Camp Neuro is $525. Camp MD tuition is $240. Scholarships are available.
Amount: varies
Deadline: April 5 for Camp MD
April 27 Scholarship deadline for Camp Cardiac and Camp Neuro
Website: www.campcardiac.org
Website: www.campneuro.org
Website: https://campmdutah.weebly.com/about.html
Eligible grades: 10, 11, 12
Stuck at Prom Duct Tape Scholarship
The duct tape scholarship belongs on every odd scholarship list. Do you have enough confidence to design and wear a prom dress or suit made from duct tape? Use duct tape to create prom outfits and accessories and enter a photograph to the online scholarship contest. THIS CONTEST OPENS ON APRIL 1, 2020!!
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 06/08/2020
Website: http://stuckatprom.com/
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
AFSA National High School Essay Contest
The AFSA High School Essay Contest is an outreach initiative of the American Foreign Service Association. Established in 1999, the annual contest encourages students to think critically about a topic of global significance and the key role diplomacy plays in connecting people and ideas.
This year's contest is about why diplomacy and peace-building matter. The 2020 winning essayist will receive a $2,500 cash prize, an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to meet the Secretary of State, and full tuition for a Semester at Sea voyage (once the student is enrolled at an accredited university). The runner-up will win a full scholarship to participate in the International Diplomacy program of the National Student Leadership Conference.
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen. "High school" refers to grades 9-12. Students whose parents are in the American Foreign Service are not eligible.
In a 1,000-1,250 word essay essay identify how members of the Foreign Service work with other civilian parts of the U.S. Government to promote peace, national security and economic prosperity.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: 04/06/2020
Website: https://www.afsa.org/essay-contest
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
Utah Energy Workforce Scholarship Program
To participate in the scholarship program, a student must submit a 5 minute documentary film exploring some aspect of Utah's energy industry. Topics may include the following: conventional or unconventional fossil fuel production or processing; alternative energy resources including nuclear and renewable resource development; energy efficiency or conservation technologies or programs; and finally, electricity and natural gas utility facilities and operations. Five scholarships will be awarded, one to a student in each of Utah's four Congressional districts. The $4000 scholarships will be awarded to students who intend to pursue a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) related course of study at a Utah institute of higher education. There are also five scholarships for up to $2000 for students attending a Utah technical college.
Eligibility:
- Must be a 11th or 12th grade student
- Must certify your intent to pursue a STEM course of study at a Utah institution of higher education
- Scholarship dollars may only be utilized at a public or private institution of higher education located in Utah
Video details:
- Must be 5 minutes long
- Must explore not only facilities and operations, but also highlight the energy workforce and explore energy career opportunities
- Students are encouraged to work with energy companies to coordinate site visits
- Videos must be made through appropriate and legal avenues
- Videos must be created in a video format capable of being uploaded to YouTube
Amount: $5,000.00
Deadline: 04/15/2020
Website: https://energy.utah.gov/k-12-education/scholarship/
Eligible grades: 11, 12
Select Health Scholarship -SLCC
The SelectHealth Scholarship is a two-year full scholarship for freshman Hispanic and Latinx students with demonstrated financial need at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) who are interested in a career in healthcare. In addition to paying for an awardee’s education, SelectHealth invests in each student’s personal and professional growth. Students who earn this scholarship will have the opportunity to participate in important mentoring activities throughout the year, be offered a paid summer internship, and be offered full-time employment at SelectHealth upon graduation (contingent upon meeting HR requirements).
SelectHealth will award six two-year scholarships each year
The SelectHealth Scholarship award is $2,500 per semester, which can be used for
To qualify for the SelectHealth Scholarship, students must:
Amount: $2500 each semester
Website: http://www.slcc.edu/scholarships/select-health-scholarship.aspx
Eligible Grade: 12
Deadline: April 15, 2020 for summer semester
The Pepsi Generation Excellence Cash Award - SLCC
The Pepsi Generation Excellence Cash Award may be received once during your enrollment at SLCC and/or SAT. If you are not selected, you may submit a new application for the next semester. Award amounts will be based on expected enrollment. All applicants will be notified, by mail, after scholarship recipients are determined. You must meet the following requirements to be considered:
Amount: $300-$500
Deadline: Various depending on semester
Fall semester - June 1
Spring semester - November 15
Summer semester - April 15
Website: https://www.slcc.edu/scholarships/continuing-student-scholarships.aspx
Eligible grade: 12 and/or SLCC student
The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes
Each year, the Barron Prize welcomes nominations of public-spirited young people who meet the following criteria:
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: 04/15/2020
Website: http://barronprize.org/criteria-selection
Eligible grade: 10, 11, 12
The Jiffy Lube "Your Turn Behind the Wheel" Scholarship
For Utah students 15-17 years old enrolled in Driver's Ed during the 2019-2020 school year. Now it's your turn! Get our attention! Tell us about your goals, driver, ambition...your future! Simply write your 500-word typed essay about what drives you know.
Mail (postmarked) by deadline of April 20,2020
to:
Jiffy Lube/The Ostler Group
c/o Your Turn Behind the Wheel
PO Box 26477
Salt Lake City, UT 84126-0477
Read the complete rules and details for eligibility.
Amount: up to $500
Deadline: 04/20/2020
Website: http://www.yourturn2apply.com/UTdrivers.htm
Eligible grade: 10, 11
2020 Student-View Scholarship Program
Student must plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college, or career school
- no minimum SAT/ACT score or GPA
- no essay required
- no lengthy application forms
- no application fees
MUST BE willing to complete a 15-25 minute application survey about colleges in your area.
Winner will be picked via a random drawing of all completed applications.
Amount: (1) $4,000, (2) $1,000, and (10) $500
Deadline: 04/22/2020
Website: www.student-view.com
Eligible grade: 12
Mountain America Scholarship
Mountain America awards $2,000 each to three winners of the Mountain America Scholarship, which is available for MACU members or their families. One scholarship is awarded in each of the following categories: community service and social care, general and other academic majors, and business and communications majors.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: 04/24/2020
Website: https://www.macu.com/scholarships
Eligible grade: 12
The BYU Management Society
The BYU Management Society - Salt Lake City Chapter will be awarding several scholarships in 2020 to candidates who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, leadership and positive community or religious service. Scholarship amounts range from $1000 to $3,000 depending on needs and merit.
**Students DO NOT need to go to BYU to earn a scholarship**
Eligibility:
Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
Deadline: 04/26/2020
Website: https://tinyurl.com/BYUMS-Scholarship-2020
Eligible grade: 12
Utah Boys State Program
This program is an exercise in Citizenship, Self-Government and Public Service. This program is open to students who have completed their JUNIOR year and have at least one semester remaining as a SENIOR. Some benefits for participants include upon graduation receiving three semester hours of 2920 political sciences university credit that are generally transferable to most universities in the US. The program is held on the Weber State University campus in Ogden. The tuition is $375 per student. The dates are June 8 to June 12, 2020.
Deadline: 04/30/2020
Website: www.weber.edu/utahboysstate
Eligible grade: 11
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The Travis W. Watkins Tax Resolution & Accounting Firm Scholarship
The Travis W. Watkins Tax Resolution & Accounting Firm Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 award for any current or soon-to-be student who has had his or her family’s life altered because of tax controversies (back taxes owed, audits, etc.).
Amount: $1,000
Deadline 4/30/2020
Website: https://www.traviswatkins.com/scholarship/
Eligible Grade: 12
Industry's Choice Scholarship Program
This program is designed to help meet the need for future technicians. By making education more affordable, the Industry's Choice scholarship will help eligible, enrolled students who meet the criteria to become part of the transportation industry.
Students must:
Amount: $1,000 - $5,000
Deadline: See Start Dates
Website: http://www.uti.edu/
Eligible grade: 12
NASCAR Performance Technician of Tomorrow Tuition Scholarship
NASCAR is looking for the perfect blend of technical skills and attitude, just like every employer of NASCAR Technical Institute's graduates. This program seeks to assist students with financial need who are looking for great career training with NASCAR Technical Institute, and who truly understand and exhibit the traits of a great team member.
Students must:
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: see start dates
Website: http://www.uti.edu/
Eligible grade: 12
NASCAR Performance Diversity Initiative Scholarship Program
NASCAR is sponsoring a scholarship program for incoming students exclusively at the NASCAR Technical Institute campus. Students who feel they can create positive change in the racing industry through advancement of diversity initiatives are encouraged to apply.
Students must:
Amount: $3,500
Deadline: see start dates
Website: http://www.uti.edu/
Eligible grade: 12
2020 HONORSGRADU Multimedia Scholarship
Are you creative? If so, here is the scholarship for you. You can submit your application in art, creative writing, music, photography and videography. The first four categories are for high school seniors only, and videography is for college students. You will need to pick a medium and read about its requirements on the website.
Eligibility:
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 05/15/2020
Website: http://honorsgradu.com/scholarship/
Eligible grade: 12
B. Davis Scholarship
This scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post-secondary institution. There is no age restriction. Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next. This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are.
Application procedure:
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 05/22/2020
Website: http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm
Eligible grade: 11, 12
LM (Leavitt Machinery) Scholarship Program
Student eligibility:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 05/31/2020
Website: www.studentscholarships.org
Eligible grade: 12
Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program
We are offering a scholarship to high school seniors who are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 06/01/2020
Website: www.animationcareerreview.com
Eligible grade: 12
Aspiring Business Professional Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who is interested in pursuing a business degree at any accredited post secondary school or college.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 06/01/2020
Website: www.onlinembareport.com
Eligible grade: 12
Utah State University Sig Ep Balanced Man Scholarship
The Utah Alpha chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon is offering a one-time scholarship to incoming freshman men at Utah State for the 2019-2020 academic year.
To qualify for this scholarship, incoming students must submit an ONLINE APPLICATION by June 1st and enroll full time at Utah State for the fall 2019 term.
Amount: $500
Deadline 06/01/2020
Website: https://ususigepblog.wordpress.com
Eligible grade: 12
Odenza Vacations College Scholarships
Student Eligibility:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 06/01/2020
Website: http://www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com/
Eligible grade: 12
The Pepsi Generation Excellence Cash Award - SLCC
The Pepsi Generation Excellence Cash Award may be received once during your enrollment at SLCC and/or SAT. If you are not selected, you may submit a new application for the next semester. Award amounts will be based on expected enrollment. All applicants will be notified, by mail, after scholarship recipients are determined. You must meet the following requirements to be considered:
Amount: 7 credit hours - $300; 8 or more credit hours - $500; 15 full-time SAT program - $500
Deadline: Fall semester - June 1
Spring semester - November 15
Summer semester - April 15
Website: http://www.slcc.edu/financialaid/slcc-scholarships-and-tuition-waivers.aspx
Eligible grade: 12 and/or SLCC student
Got a Spine Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 06/02/2020
Website: http://www.studentscholarships.org/2015_college_scholarships.php
Eligible grade: 12
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our website.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 06/14/2020
Website: www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Eligible grade: 12
V-School Scholarship
The founders of V-School are offering a full-ride scholarship towards their Fullstack Web Development course for one high school senior. The details are:
Amount: full tuition
Deadline: 06/15/2020
Website: https://vschool.io/seniorcodecamp-apply/
Eligible grade: 12
The 2019 Horatio Alger Association Career & Technical Scholarship Program
This program provides financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. This scholarship is for students who are seeking to pursue a career or technical education in a post-secondary environment.
Criteria:
Amount: varies
Deadline: 06/15/2020
Website: application.horatioalger.org
Eligible grade: 12
Global Lift Equipment Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 06/15/2019
Website: www.scholarshipguidance.com
Eligible grade: 12
The BigSun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part we are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.
How to Apply?
Please send us a 500-1000 word essay answering the following questions:
All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.
Please remember to include your name and the name of the school that you are attending.
How to Submit?
All essay submissions should be sent to: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
The winner will be notified within 2 weeks and the name of the winner will be posted on this website at that time. The award is mailed within 2 weeks of the deadline.
Amount: $500
Deadline: 06/19/2020
Website: http://www.bigsunathletics.com/
Eligible grade: 12
The Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
Students wishing to apply for a Freedom Alliance scholarship should review the following criteria to ensure they meet the eligibility requirements set forth by the Freedom Alliance Board of Directors. Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund applicants must be one of the following:
If you believe that you meet these eligibility requirements we encourage you to apply. Should you have any questions about our eligibility requirements please contact Adam Morgan Morgan: adam.morgan@freedomalliance.org.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: 06/30/2020
Website: http://www.fascholarship.com/
Eligible grade: 12
The Chairish "Design Your Future" Scholarship
This scholarship is open to high school seniors of any major.
Requirements:
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: 06/30/2020
Website: www.chairish.com/pages/scholarship
Eligible grade: 12
The Recovery Village Health Care Scholarship
Do you have a compelling recovery story? Have you witnessed the challenges that addiction can present, or helped someone overcome substance use disorder? Share your experience and describe why you are eager to enter the healthcare field for a chance to be awarded a $1,000 scholarship. To enter, simply submit a short essay (no more than 500 words) describing why you are passionate about substance use disorder and mental health treatment. Essays can be in the form of a personal narrative with a medical perspective or focus specifically on clinical experience.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 06/30/2020
Website: www.therecoveryvillage.com/scholarships/
Eligible grade: 12
The Caring.com Student-Caregiver Scholarship
At Caring.com, we understand the demanding lifestyle of student-caregivers and the challenges they may face. The Student-Caregiver Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are caring for an adult relative while enrolled in college.
Requirements:
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: 06/30/2020
Website: www.caring.com/caregivers/scholarships-for-student-caregivers
Eligible grade: 12
Lift Parts Express Scholarship
Student Eligibility:
Amount: $500
Deadline: 06/30/2020
Website: http://www.forkliftpartsutah.com/forkliftparts.php
Eligible grade: 12
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