Private Scholarships
Opportunities with April 2026 Deadlines
UG - Undergraduate Student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior)
GR - Graduate Student (Masters or Professional Degree)
HS - Graduating High School Students
Note: For more information, follow-up questions, and to check on the status of your application with any of the opportunities listed below, please reach out to the funding organization/company directly.The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund provides financial support for students who are active and emerging organizers in progressive movements for liberation, self-determination and social and economic justice in their communities. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who are enrolled at a college or university or in a trade or technical program. Click to apply.
April 1, 2026 - Maureen L. and Howard N. Bitman Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering - HS
Applicants must be a high school senior who will be majoring in any engineering field; must complete application, provide complete high school transcripts, include resume and two letters of recommendation; must provide responses to 4 short-answer questions. Click to apply.
Design and create a video, billboard, or radio segment to inform young drivers about the distractions and safe driving tips. Click to apply.
Applicants must be college-bound high school seniors; must submit a 1200-1500 word essay describing how Alzheimer's disease has impacted them, their families or communities and what they've learned while coping with it. Click to apply.
Apply for one of these six available scholarships, each valued at $5,000. Students may apply for more than one scholarship but can only be awarded one scholarship per year. To be eligible, students must have plans to enroll in the fall of 2026 in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year college or university or in a full-time trade/vocational school. Full-time undergraduate students already enrolled at an accredited two- or four-year college or university or trade/vocational school are also eligible. Students agree to use their name and photograph for publication by US Eagle relating to this program by submitting their application. Applicants must be members or relatives of a current member at US Eagle. Employees, volunteers, and immediate family members of employees at US Eagle are not eligible. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete online application, have a student or parent enrolled or have documentation of being a Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian, attending an accredited graduate school, enrolled in 6-18 credits, and GPA between 2.5-3.5. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete application, including: Community Involvement Form, Essay, photo, Transcripts. Applicant also must have a student or parent enrolled or have documentation of being a Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian, GPA between 2.0-3.4, ACT of 14 or higher. Click to apply.
Applicant must be a Albuquerque High School graduate, GPA 3.6, demonstrate financial need, pursue a degree in a STEM field, Personal Statement, Reference from an AHS math/science teacher, two references. Click to apply.
Applicant must be Eldorado High School (EHS), Varsity Soccer Player, Full Time, Name of Varsity of soccer team coach, A Reference from an educator and soccer coach. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to New Mexico residents from Quay County to continue their post-secondary education. Applications are considered for graduating high school seniors beginning their college education. Click to apply.
Providing scholarships to students seeking a higher education for the following purposes: Applicant may pursue a master’s, bachelor’s or associate degree in a science and/or human service discipline without consideration of planned career location OR ALTERNATIVELY applicant may pursue a degree or technical or vocational certificate or diploma for use in any planned trade or career in a northwest New Mexico community. Click to apply.
The Douglas Faust Blackledge Memorial Scholarship will recognize one graduating senior from the Manzano High School Boys Varsity Soccer team, and one graduating senior from the Manzano High School Varsity Wresting team. Click to apply.
Applicant must live in a manufactured mobile/manufactured home, GPA 3.0, Essay, Statement of Financial need, Proof of Residency in a manufactured home, Letter of Reference. Click to apply.
Applicant must demonstrate that he/she is capable of succeeding in that educational pursuit and that this scholarship will help them in this endeavor, Letter of Reference from an educator and community sponsor, Personal Essay. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to a graduating senior from Hot Springs High School in Truth or Consequences, NM who will be attending a New Mexico public university/college or community college. Click to apply.
GPA 3.0, ACT 23, Personal Essay, (2) References from an educator and community member. Click to apply.
Providing assistance for graduating seniors from 24 designated central New Mexico high schools attending a New Mexico four-year college/university. Each designated high school selects one student for a $500 per year award, renewable for a total of four years of undergraduate studies. Click to apply.
Providing scholarships to Moriarty High School graduating Senior students, who plan on attending a two-year and/or four-year college/university or certified trade school. Students must be pursuing his or her first undergraduate, associate or applied skilled trades degree. Awards may be used for academic costs, i.e., tuition, books, student fees, school supplies, and/or on-campus housing. Click to apply.
Applicant must have been a La Cueva High School who graduated from language learning, reading disability, or learning barrier or life challenge. Additional applicants must provide a Personal Essay, GPA 2.0, Up to two references from teachers and/or counselors. Click to apply.
Provides scholarships to deserving young students who have participated in the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program and intend to pursue a degree in music during college. One new and/or renewing scholarship, up to $4,000 will be awarded annually. In order to apply, you MUST fill out the 2023 Interest Form to confirm your eligibility. Email completed form to Dominic Garcia, Scholarship & Grant Associate by Thursday, March 16, 2023. Click to apply.
Providing assistance to students to secure a college education and create a better way of life, ultimately mentoring other young men and women to succeed. It is important the applicant has a strong background in community service during his or her high school career and reflects that of a "stand-up citizen. Preference will be given to Albuquerque High School students. Click to apply.
Applicant must be female from Albuquerque Academy, Preference will be given to applicants from high school debate or society, High School Transcript, Resume, Personal Essay. Click to apply.
Applicants must be a full time student, GPA of 3.8 or higher, ACT of 30, Personal Statement, Reference from a math or science teacher, Reference from other teachers, internship or work programs, or community services. Click to apply.
For graduating high school seniors who will attend any out-of-state college or an in-state private school. Applicant must be a High School Senior, Available Statewide, Must be a Federal Financial Aid Recipient. Click to apply.
Applicant must be between the ages of 15-27, meet certain qualifications of parent(s) or guardian(s) (SEE APPLICATION), Essay, Transcripts, Proof Acceptance, ACT/SAT scores, resume, verified community service, and letter of acceptance. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete scholarship application, maintain a GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial assistance, citizen of the US or Canada, and Plan a career in the petroleum, energy or allied industry, or research and development of alternative fuels such as coal, electric, solar, wind hydroelectric, nuclear, and ethanol. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete online application, submit a photo and an essay on a selected topic. Click to apply.
Applicants must be 14-22 years old; create an original work in the form of creative writing, video or graphic design or music that shows solutions and strategies to stop distracted driving. Click to apply.
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have high academic achievement, extracurricular activities, leadership abilities and the ability to self-manage your diabetes. It would be helpful if you are involved in some kind of diabetes advocacy groups, activities or community organizations. An essay and 2 letters of recommendation are required. One letter should be from your doctor, and the other letter should be from a high school teacher or guidance counselor. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application, at least one or more of the applicant's parents or grandparents must be an active Class A, B, C, Equipment Manager, A-Retired, B-Retired or AA member of GCSAA and/or IGCEMA for five or more consecutive years. The competition is open to natural or adoptive offspring of GCSAA members. Children, stepchildren or grandchildren of decreased members are also eligible if the member was active at the time of his or her death. Additional requirements can be found the GCSAA in the website. Click to apply.
The Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists (SIPES) Foundation has awarded scholarships to 277 outstanding earth science and engineering students since it was founded in 1981. Applications are accepted each year from upper-division and graduate students majoring in any earth science, geophysics, petroleum or geological engineering who are attending a U.S.-based university or college, have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, and are U.S. Citizens. Click to apply.
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors intending to major in Computer Science; must complete online application, provide official high school transcripts, current resume, two letters of recommendation, college acceptance letter, and 350-500 word essay describing work ethic and career goals in computer science; students must maintain a GPA of 3.3 or better once they receive the scholarship. Click to apply.
This renewable (4 years) scholarship has a team sport requirement. Applicants must meet the initial and renewal requirements for scholarship in subsequent years. To be eligible, you must be a high school senior with Type 1 diabetes, in control of and self-managing your disease, have medical endorsement that you have Type 1 diabetes, and be participating in an organized team sport. Click to apply.
Applicant must demonstrate financial need, graduating senior, completed a 3.0 GPA, enroll full-time in 2025-2026. If continuing undergraduates must be a former Tzu Chi Scholarship recipient. Click to apply.
Undergraduates must maintain a 2.00 GPA and 12 credit hours, Graduates must maintain a 3.00 GPA and 9 credit hours. Required documents: Application, Letter of Interest and College Acceptance, High School or College Transcripts, and Certificate of Indian Blood. Click to apply.
Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) is a California-based foundation with roots in amateur radio and the technology of internet communication. The ARDC mission is to support, promote, and enhance digital communication and broader communication science and technology, to promote amateur radio, scientific research, experimentation, education, development, open access, and innovation in information and communication technology.Click to apply.
The AISES A.T. Anderson Scholarship program, including endowed scholarships for D. S. Parker, Chahta, Stutt, and John B. Clark, recognizes students pursuing a degree in a STEM field. Members of the Advancing Indigenous People in STEM (AISES) are welcome to apply.Click to apply.
AISES is proud to partner with Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) to offer a $5,000 scholarship to students pursing a Bachelors or Master’s degree at an accredited institution studying in one of the following STEM fields: Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or closely related degrees.Click to apply.
The Polaris Foundation is dedicated to long-term investment in the communities where we live, work and play. We bring innovation to the products we design and experiences we create for all those who play, work, and thrive outside.Click to apply.
The Polaris Foundation is proud to partner with AISES to offer academic and vocational scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year. As a leader in power sports, we bring cutting edge innovation to the product we design and the experiences we create for those who play, work and thrive outside. Eligible Fields of Study: in the following or similar- Welding, Carpentry, Residential Building, Commercial Driver’s License, Electrician, Electric Utilities, Clean Energy Technician, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Business, Highway Construction, Agriculture Technology, Tribal Management/Leadership, Heavy Equipment Operations, Construction Engineering, General Studies, Concrete Technology, Administrative Assistant, CNC Machinist, Computer Technology, Business Entrepreneurship, Information Technology, Office Management, Industrial Maintenance/Operations, Grants Project Management, Data Entry, Cyber Security, Plumbing, City/Urban/Community/Regional Planning, or other relevant program. Click to apply.
The Indigenous Peoples Education Fund (“Foundation”) was founded to provide grants to support the education of enrolled members of any US state or federally-recognized Native American tribe. This scholarship will provide financial support to Indigenous students entering into college in pursuit of a degree in a STEM field. Click to apply.
RISE, powered by Aristocrat Gaming, engages and supports Indigenous students, professionals, and tribes by offering exposure, resources, and programming aimed to increase Indigenous talent in tribal gaming education and careers. The scholarship is available to students interested in all aspects of the casino gaming industry from game development, commissioning, marketing, cyber security and so much more. Click to apply.
FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including, America’s #1 Sportsbook FanDuel Sportsbook, its leading iGaming platform FanDuel Casino, the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers and 25 retail locations. The company is based in New York with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta and Jersey City, as well as in Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Portugal, Romania and Australia. Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a degree program aligned with a career in the casino gaming industry.. Click to apply.
Stellantis is a constellation of 14 ICONic automotive brands and two mobility arms that are about more than transportation: they’re about moving people and making connections. Fully committed to their customers and backed by partners that are leaders in their industries, they aim to develop, engineer, manufacture, and scale the best breakthroughs in all facets of sustainable mobility from autonomous, connected, electrified, shared and pre-owned vehicles to micro-mobility, commercial vehicles, and even electric aircraft. With a community of more than 160 nationalities, industrial operations in more than 30 countries and customers in more than 130 markets, Stellantis is among the most diverse companies in the world and able to unite people and ideas across borders and cultures. Student must be accepted into a college with a Mopar CAP or Mopar CAP local curriculum.Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application, a statement of purpose, transcripts, and (3) letters of recommendations. Graduate study must include a description of their thesis or other special lighting project. Click to apply.
The Margo D. Kerrigan Scholar Award is named after the Founder of the American Indian Alaska Native Caucus of the APHA. At the time of her passing, Margo was the Indian Health Service California Area Director. She was a member of the White Earth (Mississippi) Band of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe, was a respected and dedicated leader, and an advocate for AIAN people. As an active member of APHA and the first American Indian to serve on the Executive Board in its 120-year history, she founded APHA’s AIANNH Caucus in 1981. The Caucus honors her achievement and memory by presenting the Margo D. Kerrigan Scholar Award to promising AIANNH students as future public health professionals. Click to apply.
Applicants must complete online application form and provide a response to one of 9 prompts provided in the website; in the essay, applicant must either take an unpopular stand, appreciate a new idea or find common ground with someone they disagree with. Click to apply.
