IWFA Scholarship
$3,000
Overview
The IWFA Scholarship Trust was created to financially support qualified graduate students studying Marine Science. For the purposes of this program, Marine Science is defined as “the study of the ocean, its ecosystems, and its life forms, as well as the study of coastal environments, oceanic currents, and the sea floor.” Each year the Board of Trustees selects recipients and determines award amounts to help cover research and related costs. Awards are competitive and generally fall between $1,000 and $3,000, with the Trustees having final discretion on the number and size of grants.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- Enrollment:...
Overview
The IWFA Scholarship Trust was created to financially support qualified graduate students studying Marine Science. For the purposes of this program, Marine Science is defined as “the study of the ocean, its ecosystems, and its life forms, as well as the study of coastal environments, oceanic currents, and the sea floor.” Each year the Board of Trustees selects recipients and determines award amounts to help cover research and related costs. Awards are competitive and generally fall between $1,000 and $3,000, with the Trustees having final discretion on the number and size of grants.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- Enrollment:...
Libbie H. Hyman Memorial Scholarship
$5,000
Intro
This award commemorates Libbie H. Hyman, a leading American invertebrate zoologist, and supports students to attend courses or conduct research on invertebrates at marine, freshwater, or terrestrial field stations. The Hyman Grant is geared toward enabling a student’s first substantial field-station experience and is intended primarily for advanced undergraduates or early-stage graduate students (first- or second-year). Guidelines and the online application are open now. Deadline: February 13, 2026.
For the 2026 Summer Field Station Season
The Hyman Grant provides financial assistance to help students participate in in-person field-station coursework or research focused on invertebrates. Awards are intended to support...
Intro
This award commemorates Libbie H. Hyman, a leading American invertebrate zoologist, and supports students to attend courses or conduct research on invertebrates at marine, freshwater, or terrestrial field stations. The Hyman Grant is geared toward enabling a student’s first substantial field-station experience and is intended primarily for advanced undergraduates or early-stage graduate students (first- or second-year). Guidelines and the online application are open now. Deadline: February 13, 2026.
For the 2026 Summer Field Station Season
The Hyman Grant provides financial assistance to help students participate in in-person field-station coursework or research focused on invertebrates. Awards are intended to support...
Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship
$2,500
Purpose and background
The Society of Physics Students (SPS) offers the Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship to promote excellence in physics study and encourage continued academic achievement. The award honors the memory of Dr. Peggy A. Dixon, who served as SPS and Sigma Pi Sigma Historian from 1992–2003. The scholarship provides a single $2,500 prize annually to a student moving from a two-year college into a physics bachelor’s program.
Quick overview
- One award of $2,500 may be granted each year.
- Intended for undergraduates who have attended a two-year college and are entering a physics BS program.
- Recipients are...
Purpose and background
The Society of Physics Students (SPS) offers the Peggy Dixon Two-Year Scholarship to promote excellence in physics study and encourage continued academic achievement. The award honors the memory of Dr. Peggy A. Dixon, who served as SPS and Sigma Pi Sigma Historian from 1992–2003. The scholarship provides a single $2,500 prize annually to a student moving from a two-year college into a physics bachelor’s program.
Quick overview
- One award of $2,500 may be granted each year.
- Intended for undergraduates who have attended a two-year college and are entering a physics BS program.
- Recipients are...
Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarships
$1,000
The Iowa Newspaper Foundation provides a limited number of college scholarships for students preparing for careers in the newspaper industry.
Application requirements
- Two references (one must be from a teacher and one from a school counselor).
- A personal statement.
- Two work samples to be uploaded with the application.
Scholarship programs and eligibility
Shaw Scholarship
- Supported by Shaw Newspapers.
- Annual award for an incoming college freshman pursuing a journalism or communications degree at an accredited two- or four-year U.S. college or university.
- Eligible applicants are dependents of men or women employed by Iowa newspapers.
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The Iowa Newspaper Foundation provides a limited number of college scholarships for students preparing for careers in the newspaper industry.
Application requirements
- Two references (one must be from a teacher and one from a school counselor).
- A personal statement.
- Two work samples to be uploaded with the application.
Scholarship programs and eligibility
Shaw Scholarship
- Supported by Shaw Newspapers.
- Annual award for an incoming college freshman pursuing a journalism or communications degree at an accredited two- or four-year U.S. college or university.
- Eligible applicants are dependents of men or women employed by Iowa newspapers.
-...
Linly Heflin Scholarships
$40,000
Linly Heflin provides scholarship support specifically for women from Alabama who are pursuing higher education within the state.
Since 1919, donors to Linly Heflin have helped countless Alabama women pursue their goals. Thousands of recipients have received assistance to build brighter futures, and the organization continues to expand its support. You are invited to join this effort to help Alabama women advance and succeed.
Eligibility
- Female applicants must be U.S. citizens and current residents of Alabama.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a four-year college or university in Alabama accredited by the Southern Association of...
Linly Heflin provides scholarship support specifically for women from Alabama who are pursuing higher education within the state.
Since 1919, donors to Linly Heflin have helped countless Alabama women pursue their goals. Thousands of recipients have received assistance to build brighter futures, and the organization continues to expand its support. You are invited to join this effort to help Alabama women advance and succeed.
Eligibility
- Female applicants must be U.S. citizens and current residents of Alabama.
- Must be enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a four-year college or university in Alabama accredited by the Southern Association of...
Nebraska Elks Association Golf Scholarship
$1,000
Eligibility
- Must be a high school senior who lives within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge, as defined by the Grand Lodge.
Required materials
1. Recommendation letters: Provide at least one letter of recommendation from one of the following: your principal, a member of the clergy, a teacher, a local businessperson, or an employer. You may submit as many as three recommendation letters in total. Each letter should comment on your leadership, community and/or school service, and your potential to benefit from college with the help of a scholarship.
2. Golf verification: A letter from your high school...
Eligibility
- Must be a high school senior who lives within the jurisdictional boundaries of a Nebraska Lodge, as defined by the Grand Lodge.
Required materials
1. Recommendation letters: Provide at least one letter of recommendation from one of the following: your principal, a member of the clergy, a teacher, a local businessperson, or an employer. You may submit as many as three recommendation letters in total. Each letter should comment on your leadership, community and/or school service, and your potential to benefit from college with the help of a scholarship.
2. Golf verification: A letter from your high school...
NJCDCA Scholarship
$1,000
The scholarship application, which can be found on the right, spans 13 pages and encompasses the following components:Application for Scholarship & ChecklistAcademic/Scholarship Details (Provided by School Counselor)Photograph Authorization (Required from both Parent & Student)Confidential Assessment from Coach (Coach's Evaluation)The deadline for postmarking your application is January 15th. Ensure that you DO NOT REQUEST A SIGNATURE! We will accept separate mailings up to 10 days after the deadline, provided they bear the January 15 postmark. Applicants will be informed via POSTAL MAIL about the status of their scholarship application by the end of March. A celebratory brunch will be organized in...
The scholarship application, which can be found on the right, spans 13 pages and encompasses the following components:Application for Scholarship & ChecklistAcademic/Scholarship Details (Provided by School Counselor)Photograph Authorization (Required from both Parent & Student)Confidential Assessment from Coach (Coach's Evaluation)The deadline for postmarking your application is January 15th. Ensure that you DO NOT REQUEST A SIGNATURE! We will accept separate mailings up to 10 days after the deadline, provided they bear the January 15 postmark. Applicants will be informed via POSTAL MAIL about the status of their scholarship application by the end of March. A celebratory brunch will be organized in...
Smith Scholarship Program
$20,000
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. All awardees will be notified on or before May 1, 2026.
Eligibility and Application Rules
1) Use of AI tools in any form is strictly forbidden. Have a person proofread your submission and ensure proper grammar and capitalization. Any application created or substantially assisted by artificial intelligence will be treated as plagiarism and will be disqualified.
2) This is not a contest of writing skill. While clear writing is important, the selection committee is most interested in your personal story: challenges you’ve faced, successes, your academic background, and your professional ambitions....
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. All awardees will be notified on or before May 1, 2026.
Eligibility and Application Rules
1) Use of AI tools in any form is strictly forbidden. Have a person proofread your submission and ensure proper grammar and capitalization. Any application created or substantially assisted by artificial intelligence will be treated as plagiarism and will be disqualified.
2) This is not a contest of writing skill. While clear writing is important, the selection committee is most interested in your personal story: challenges you’ve faced, successes, your academic background, and your professional ambitions....
West Virginia PTA Scholarship
$500
Introduction
Thanks to the generosity of donors and proceeds from the annual West Virginia PTA Scholarship Auction, West Virginia PTA provides scholarships to graduating seniors from West Virginia public high schools. For 2026, the organization will award multiple $500 scholarships. The Scholarship Fund also receives contributions through purchases of West Virginia PTA Honorary Life Memberships—visit the Honorary Life Membership page to honor someone special.
Important deadline
All application materials must be received by February 1, 2026. Previous-year applications will not be considered.
Contact
If you have questions, email scholarship@westvirginiapta.org. Click the buttons below for this year’s application and full details....
Introduction
Thanks to the generosity of donors and proceeds from the annual West Virginia PTA Scholarship Auction, West Virginia PTA provides scholarships to graduating seniors from West Virginia public high schools. For 2026, the organization will award multiple $500 scholarships. The Scholarship Fund also receives contributions through purchases of West Virginia PTA Honorary Life Memberships—visit the Honorary Life Membership page to honor someone special.
Important deadline
All application materials must be received by February 1, 2026. Previous-year applications will not be considered.
Contact
If you have questions, email scholarship@westvirginiapta.org. Click the buttons below for this year’s application and full details....
Montana State Elks Vocational Scholarships
$1,000
Introduction
This scholarship is intended for Montana residents who are U.S. citizens and plan to enroll in an approved vocational or technical program. Applicants must hold a supplemental high school or preparatory school level certification; however, a high school diploma or its equivalent is not required.
Eligibility
- Open to both men and women, evaluated equally.
- Candidates may include graduating high school seniors, but the opportunity is not limited to them. Any individual seeking initial training or retraining to improve workplace competitiveness may apply.
- Must be a resident of the State of Montana and a U.S. citizen.
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Introduction
This scholarship is intended for Montana residents who are U.S. citizens and plan to enroll in an approved vocational or technical program. Applicants must hold a supplemental high school or preparatory school level certification; however, a high school diploma or its equivalent is not required.
Eligibility
- Open to both men and women, evaluated equally.
- Candidates may include graduating high school seniors, but the opportunity is not limited to them. Any individual seeking initial training or retraining to improve workplace competitiveness may apply.
- Must be a resident of the State of Montana and a U.S. citizen.
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Empowering Families Scholarship
$1,000
Introduction
The Empowering Families Scholarship awards $1,000 per semester to undergraduate students who plan to pursue a career in family law. Family law practitioners must combine empathetic client counseling with the determination to vigorously advocate for clients facing difficult matters such as divorce or child custody disputes. This scholarship supports students preparing to guide families through Texas’s family law system.
Eligibility
Applicants for the Spring 2025 Empowering Families Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
- Be an undergraduate student enrolled in a pre-law program or studying toward a pre-law curriculum.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
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Introduction
The Empowering Families Scholarship awards $1,000 per semester to undergraduate students who plan to pursue a career in family law. Family law practitioners must combine empathetic client counseling with the determination to vigorously advocate for clients facing difficult matters such as divorce or child custody disputes. This scholarship supports students preparing to guide families through Texas’s family law system.
Eligibility
Applicants for the Spring 2025 Empowering Families Scholarship must meet the following criteria:
- Be an undergraduate student enrolled in a pre-law program or studying toward a pre-law curriculum.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
-...
Alliance Of Women Executives Scholarship
$1,500
Introduction
AWE provides scholarship assistance to female graduating seniors from Palm Beach County who plan to pursue undergraduate studies at one of the following institutions: Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, or Palm Beach State College.
Who is eligible
- Must be a young woman graduating from a high school located in Palm Beach County.
- Must have at least a 3.0 unweighted GPA.
Required documents (to be uploaded with your application)
1. A recommendation letter from a high school teacher or a guidance counselor.
2. The first page of your current high school transcript.
3. An...
Introduction
AWE provides scholarship assistance to female graduating seniors from Palm Beach County who plan to pursue undergraduate studies at one of the following institutions: Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, or Palm Beach State College.
Who is eligible
- Must be a young woman graduating from a high school located in Palm Beach County.
- Must have at least a 3.0 unweighted GPA.
Required documents (to be uploaded with your application)
1. A recommendation letter from a high school teacher or a guidance counselor.
2. The first page of your current high school transcript.
3. An...
