Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship
$10,000
Overview
Each year The American Legion accepts nominations for its Eagle Scout of the Year beginning November 1 and closing March 1. Candidates must submit a complete nomination packet to their appropriate American Legion Department (state) so that it is received by March 1.
State-level selection and forwarding
The Selection Committee for each American Legion Department will review its nominees and choose the Eagle Scout judged to be the strongest in that state. The Department must then forward that winner’s packet, together with a roster of the Selection Committee members, to The American Legion National Headquarters by April 1.
Awards...
Overview
Each year The American Legion accepts nominations for its Eagle Scout of the Year beginning November 1 and closing March 1. Candidates must submit a complete nomination packet to their appropriate American Legion Department (state) so that it is received by March 1.
State-level selection and forwarding
The Selection Committee for each American Legion Department will review its nominees and choose the Eagle Scout judged to be the strongest in that state. The Department must then forward that winner’s packet, together with a roster of the Selection Committee members, to The American Legion National Headquarters by April 1.
Awards...
Galvanize the Future Scholarship Contest
$2,500
The American Galvanizers Associations (AGA) has established the Galvanize the Future: A Richard L. Brooks Memorial Scholarship essay competition to support future professionals in dealing with the increasing expenses of higher education. The scholarship is open to full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate students who are enrolled in an accredited North American college or university and are studying architecture, civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management, material science, or a related field.Every year, two scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to the authors of the best essays. The submission deadline for the upcoming competition is March 31st, 2026, and the winners...
The American Galvanizers Associations (AGA) has established the Galvanize the Future: A Richard L. Brooks Memorial Scholarship essay competition to support future professionals in dealing with the increasing expenses of higher education. The scholarship is open to full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate students who are enrolled in an accredited North American college or university and are studying architecture, civil engineering, structural engineering, construction management, material science, or a related field.Every year, two scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to the authors of the best essays. The submission deadline for the upcoming competition is March 31st, 2026, and the winners...
ASNT Engineering Undergraduate Award
$3,000
The Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship is a financial aid program specifically tailored for undergraduate students pursuing engineering degrees, particularly in the area of nondestructive testing (NDT). The primary objective of this scholarship is to financially support promising students, enabling them to reach their academic aspirations and contribute to the progression of the NDT sector.Qualification CriteriaEligibility for this scholarship extends to undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a recognized engineering program at a college or university at the time of application submission. Each applicant must demonstrate that their expected graduation date is beyond the date the scholarship funds are scheduled for...
The Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship is a financial aid program specifically tailored for undergraduate students pursuing engineering degrees, particularly in the area of nondestructive testing (NDT). The primary objective of this scholarship is to financially support promising students, enabling them to reach their academic aspirations and contribute to the progression of the NDT sector.Qualification CriteriaEligibility for this scholarship extends to undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a recognized engineering program at a college or university at the time of application submission. Each applicant must demonstrate that their expected graduation date is beyond the date the scholarship funds are scheduled for...
Naval Helicopter Association Scholarship
$5,000
The window for online applications will commence on September 1, 2025, and will close for new applications on January 24, 2026. All applications, along with the necessary documents, must be submitted by January 31, 2025. It is advised not to delay your application submission.Eligibility: To be eligible for the 2026 NHA Scholarship, you must meet one of the following criteria: (1) you, your spouse, your parent, or your grandparent is a current member of NHA (Individual personal member such as Officer, Enlisted or Civilian categories of active membership; NHA Corporate, Honorary, Institutions, Exhibitor Memberships do not qualify.) in good standing...
The window for online applications will commence on September 1, 2025, and will close for new applications on January 24, 2026. All applications, along with the necessary documents, must be submitted by January 31, 2025. It is advised not to delay your application submission.Eligibility: To be eligible for the 2026 NHA Scholarship, you must meet one of the following criteria: (1) you, your spouse, your parent, or your grandparent is a current member of NHA (Individual personal member such as Officer, Enlisted or Civilian categories of active membership; NHA Corporate, Honorary, Institutions, Exhibitor Memberships do not qualify.) in good standing...
Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship
$1,500
Simon Youth Foundation is committed to helping students reach their educational goals by reducing financial barriers. Each year SYF aims to distribute roughly $1 million in scholarships to support post-secondary education costs. Specific awards and their dollar amounts will vary depending on available funding.
Eligibility categories:
- Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships (Simon Youth Foundation): Open to high school seniors who reside near a Simon mall or in adjacent communities.
- Simon Youth Academy Scholarships: Restricted to graduates of Simon Youth Academies.
- Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships: Available only to dependents of Simon Property Group employees.
Application timeline:
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Simon Youth Foundation is committed to helping students reach their educational goals by reducing financial barriers. Each year SYF aims to distribute roughly $1 million in scholarships to support post-secondary education costs. Specific awards and their dollar amounts will vary depending on available funding.
Eligibility categories:
- Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships (Simon Youth Foundation): Open to high school seniors who reside near a Simon mall or in adjacent communities.
- Simon Youth Academy Scholarships: Restricted to graduates of Simon Youth Academies.
- Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships: Available only to dependents of Simon Property Group employees.
Application timeline:
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Christophers Poster Contest for High School Students
$1,000
Intro High school students living in the United States (grades 9–12) are invited to participate in the 36th Annual High School Poster Contest hosted by The Christophers. Create a poster that interprets the theme “You Can Make a Difference.” Eligibility - Open only to students who reside in the United States. - Entrants must be in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12. - Each poster must be the sole work of one student. Prizes - First Prize: $1,000 - Second Prize: $500 - Third Prize: $250 - Up to five Honorable Mentions: $100 each Key Dates - Entry deadline: entries...
Intro High school students living in the United States (grades 9–12) are invited to participate in the 36th Annual High School Poster Contest hosted by The Christophers. Create a poster that interprets the theme “You Can Make a Difference.” Eligibility - Open only to students who reside in the United States. - Entrants must be in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12. - Each poster must be the sole work of one student. Prizes - First Prize: $1,000 - Second Prize: $500 - Third Prize: $250 - Up to five Honorable Mentions: $100 each Key Dates - Entry deadline: entries...
Penguin Random House Scholarship
$10,000
Overview
Penguin Random House is offering a scholarship initiative for high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional creative writing talent and intend to pursue higher education.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Program, administered in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a current senior at a public high school in the United States, graduating in Spring 2026.
- Be age 21 or younger.
- Plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or an approved vocational/technical school in Fall 2026.
- Submit...
Overview
Penguin Random House is offering a scholarship initiative for high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional creative writing talent and intend to pursue higher education.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Program, administered in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a current senior at a public high school in the United States, graduating in Spring 2026.
- Be age 21 or younger.
- Plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or an approved vocational/technical school in Fall 2026.
- Submit...
New York Major Environmental Career Scholarship Application
$12,000
The New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) will award more than $50,000 in scholarships in 2026.
Note: The awards described here are NYWEA state-level scholarships. If you need information about chapter-specific scholarships, please consult the Chapter Page for your region.
Environmental Career Scholarship — $12,000 (total)
- This scholarship is disbursed over four academic years as follows:
- Year 1: $1,000
- Year 2: $2,500
- Year 3: $3,500
- Year 4: $5,000
Eligibility requirements
- Must be a high school senior who meets NYWEA’s qualifying criteria
- Must be a resident of New York State
- Must be enrolled...
The New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) will award more than $50,000 in scholarships in 2026.
Note: The awards described here are NYWEA state-level scholarships. If you need information about chapter-specific scholarships, please consult the Chapter Page for your region.
Environmental Career Scholarship — $12,000 (total)
- This scholarship is disbursed over four academic years as follows:
- Year 1: $1,000
- Year 2: $2,500
- Year 3: $3,500
- Year 4: $5,000
Eligibility requirements
- Must be a high school senior who meets NYWEA’s qualifying criteria
- Must be a resident of New York State
- Must be enrolled...
AEA Educational Foundation Scholarship
$3,500
Established in 1957, the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) now represents nearly 1,300 member companies in over 40 countries. Membership includes approved maintenance organizations that focus on the maintenance, repair, and installation of aircraft electronics systems for general aviation aircraft. General application note - Deadlines are shown with each scholarship below. Please ensure all required materials are submitted by the stated date. Scholarships 1) Gene Baker Memorial Scholarship — $1,000 - Eligibility: Available to AEA members and their children, grandchildren, or dependents. - Use: Can be applied toward tuition for any field of study at an accredited college or university. -...
Established in 1957, the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) now represents nearly 1,300 member companies in over 40 countries. Membership includes approved maintenance organizations that focus on the maintenance, repair, and installation of aircraft electronics systems for general aviation aircraft. General application note - Deadlines are shown with each scholarship below. Please ensure all required materials are submitted by the stated date. Scholarships 1) Gene Baker Memorial Scholarship — $1,000 - Eligibility: Available to AEA members and their children, grandchildren, or dependents. - Use: Can be applied toward tuition for any field of study at an accredited college or university. -...
Georgia Thespian Scholarships
$2,500
Overview
Each year Georgia Thespians awards a total of $26,500 in college scholarships to thirteen graduating senior Thespians. The awards recognize achievement across performance, technical craft, leadership, service, innovation, and commitment to theatre education.
Selection notes
Where indicated, recipients are chosen based on materials such as troupe resumes, interviews, auditions, portfolios, and outline resumes of roles/positions held during high school. Special provisions apply to the Theatre Education scholarship (see below).
Scholarships
- Gerald Ray Horne Scholarship — $2,500
- Presented to a well-rounded Thespian who models the qualities of Ray Horne’s career as a director and state leader: service, talent,...
Overview
Each year Georgia Thespians awards a total of $26,500 in college scholarships to thirteen graduating senior Thespians. The awards recognize achievement across performance, technical craft, leadership, service, innovation, and commitment to theatre education.
Selection notes
Where indicated, recipients are chosen based on materials such as troupe resumes, interviews, auditions, portfolios, and outline resumes of roles/positions held during high school. Special provisions apply to the Theatre Education scholarship (see below).
Scholarships
- Gerald Ray Horne Scholarship — $2,500
- Presented to a well-rounded Thespian who models the qualities of Ray Horne’s career as a director and state leader: service, talent,...
Kennedy Center VSA Young Soloists Award
$2,000
Each year the VSA International Young Musicians Award recognizes exceptional young performers with disabilities from around the world. The competition welcomes soloists and small ensembles working in any style or instrument — classical, jazz, Hip Hop, rock, and more. Eligibility - Disability: The program uses a broad understanding of disability that includes visible physical and sensory conditions as well as less visible diagnoses such as anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness or pain, PTSD, dyslexia, neurodivergence, and similar lived experiences. Applicants may refer to definitions tied to the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act for guidance. - Age: Applicants must be between 14...
Each year the VSA International Young Musicians Award recognizes exceptional young performers with disabilities from around the world. The competition welcomes soloists and small ensembles working in any style or instrument — classical, jazz, Hip Hop, rock, and more. Eligibility - Disability: The program uses a broad understanding of disability that includes visible physical and sensory conditions as well as less visible diagnoses such as anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness or pain, PTSD, dyslexia, neurodivergence, and similar lived experiences. Applicants may refer to definitions tied to the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act for guidance. - Age: Applicants must be between 14...
Virginia DAR Scholarships
$2,500
Eligibility
- You must be a senior enrolled in an accredited Virginia high school or a Virginia homeschool program.
- You must intend to pursue further education at a Virginia college or university.
- You must plan to earn an undergraduate degree in a field other than nursing.
- Applicants who are entering a Virginia community college transfer pathway that leads to a four‑year degree are eligible.
Required Materials (submit in the exact order shown; do not use paper clips or staples)
All items must be placed in one envelope.
1. Signed DAR Scholarship Cover Sheet (applicant’s signature required).
2....
Eligibility
- You must be a senior enrolled in an accredited Virginia high school or a Virginia homeschool program.
- You must intend to pursue further education at a Virginia college or university.
- You must plan to earn an undergraduate degree in a field other than nursing.
- Applicants who are entering a Virginia community college transfer pathway that leads to a four‑year degree are eligible.
Required Materials (submit in the exact order shown; do not use paper clips or staples)
All items must be placed in one envelope.
1. Signed DAR Scholarship Cover Sheet (applicant’s signature required).
2....
