Private Scholarships

Opportunities with October 2024 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.


Applicant must have completed 2 years of study or graduate-level student; Applicant must be a full-time student at an accredited institution; Submit complete application. Click to apply.

Applicant must provide acceptance letter, an official schedule, official transcript; Applicant must be attending a U.S. accredited college or university; Must be part- or full-time student; Applicant must have 3.0 GPA or higher; Applicant must provide a letter from a licensed physician declaring that the applicant suffers from any Cardiac disease or deformities; Submit one letter of recommendation; Submit 500-2,000 word personal statement; Applicant must participate in a personal interview; Applicant must submit complete application. Click to apply.

This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of submitted essay; Submit a 500-1,000 word essay on question provided on website. Click to apply.

Applicant must be a citizen of the U.S.; Applicant must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant or provide proof that he/she will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of his/her study abroad program or internship; Applicant must be in the process of applying to, or accepted for, a study abroad or internship program or virtual program of at least three weeks; Proof of program acceptance is required prior to award disbursement; Applicant must be proposing to study in a country not currently under a Travel Warning issued by the U.S. Click to apply.

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen; Meet age requirement of under 31; IAW Title 10 U.S.C.; Have at leat 1 year time-in service; Have at least 1 year time-on-station; Have served at least half of an overseas tour 1 month prior to class start date; Must be recommended by your immediate commander; Must be able to complete degree in 2 to 4 years. Click to apply.
Open to master's students in health education; 3.0 GPA; CV required; essay on personal philosophy of health education; two letters of recommendation; official transcript; degree plan. Click to apply.
Applicant must be attending an accredited college/university in the U.S. or a U.S. territory; Must be full-time for both Fall and Spring. Click to apply.
Applicant must be a U.S. resident; is or will be enrolled in post-secondary education; Applicant must show proof of enrollment; Complete application; Submit 3 minute video on topic provided on website. Click to apply.
Completed application; 700-1500 word essay on topic provided on the website; enrollment verification. Click to apply.
Completed application; official transcripts; personal essay; one letter of recommendation. Click to apply.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen; Must be enrolled in an accredited online degree program; Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher; Must be able to provide transcript; Must attach recent FAFSA; Complete application; Submit 500 word essay on topic provided on website. Click to apply.

Completed application; 3 letters of recommendation; current resume; transcripts; 7 scholarships listed w/ other specific requirements. Click to apply.

800-1000 word Adobe Photoshop tutorial essay on one of five topics listed on website. Click to apply.
Completed application; enrollment verification; three letters of recommendation; transcripts; biographical sketch. Click to apply.
3000 word essay on an operatic subject; must present significant research and conclusions. Click to apply.
Applicant must complete the short registration online; Open to expecting and current mothers. Click to apply.
9 awards and scholarships listed, each one with different requirements. Click to apply.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Applicant must be 15-18 years of age or in grades 10-12. Click to apply.
Applicants must be graduating seniors in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming; US citizen; demonstrate inancial need; demonstrate exceptional character, leadership and commitment to community service. Click to apply.
Applicant must have 3.0 GPA or higher; Must participate in at least one of the 43 sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Association and sponsored by your high school; Applicant must be a leader in school and in the community and serve as a role model for underclassman; Applicant must complete online application by provide personal academic, athleice and community information and anser essay questions about their achievements. Click to apply.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Michael Rudometkin by supporting students who are passionate about community service and making the world a better place. Any current student who is involved in their community and pursuing a degree, certificate, or trade school in the field they’re passionate about may apply for this scholarship. Click to apply.

Applicant must be a legal resident of the U.S. (except Fl and NY) and the District of Columbia; HS seniors & undergraduate student; enrolled at an eligible two- or four-year U.S. college or university. Click to apply.
Applicants must be 15 years of age or older; Complete application. Click to apply.
Applicant must be currently enrolled, full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university within the U.S.; Applicant must be able to provided valid ID, transcript, or proof of enrollment; Applicant must submit a 500-1,000 word essay on topic provided on website. Click to apply.
U.S. Citizen; enrolled at an accredited university; 3.0 GPA; 500 word essay on topic provided on website; completed application. Click to apply.
Create a photo inspired by an aspect of the automotive industry and email in submission; Photos can be cropped, spliced, or edited however you see fit; Photos must be relevant to the automotive industry; Open to current U.S. student; enrolled in post-secondary education; Between ages 16-20. Click to apply.

Did binge-re-watching "The Walking Dead" get you thinking about what you’d do if the streets were filled with flesh-eating zombies? Maybe you've envisioned your own post-apocalyptic world overrun with the living dead, forcing you to come up with a zombie survival plan — and quick! We're giving one successful survivor $2,000 towards his or her college education. Do you think you have what it takes to make the cut? Click to apply.

This scholarship is presented by the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) to recognize the contribution that Daniel K Shipp made to ISEA and the safety and health of American workers during his 25 years as President of ISEA. The annual scholarship in the amount of $2,500 is open to college undergraduate students enrolled in majors geared toward a Safety and Health career, students who share our vision to protect others. Click to apply.

For over 25 years, Eye Associates has had the privilege of providing eye care to thousands of patients and families across the Kansas City metro area. Following in that spirit of giving back, we are proud to offer a high school scholarship to a student looking to achieve their college educational goals while demonstrating a commitment to helping their community. We look forward awarding the scholarship to a sincere and hardworking student who shares our values of community building and hard work. Click to apply.
12 scholarships and grants open to nursing students, each one with different requirements. Click to apply.

Many students from low-income or first-generation households never consider college to be an attainable option, especially if their parents don’t see it as an option. Regardless of one’s dreams, passions, or potential, college can feel impossible simply because of the cost. This scholarship aims to support students who have had to overcome obstacles in order to pursue a college education. Click to apply.

This contest is age group based: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College/University student, Law & Graduate school student, Short film, Senior adult; check category for contest details. Click to apply.