There are thousands of scholarships out there. Below you will find many scholarships, most with general eligibility requirements. My goal is to share some lesser-known scholarships with my readers every Saturday.
Don’t wait. Apply for these great scholarships today! And, if you missed the last Scholarship Saturday, check it out. There are scholarships there that are still open! You can also find scholarships on my other scholarship lists, such as scholarships with requirements based on your state, major, grade level, ethnicity, or religion. And, lastly, check out my list of scholarships with August and September deadlines.
Only brief information about each scholarship is listed. Therefore, you are encouraged to visit the scholarship websites to get further details about eligibility and requirements.
Here are 26 scholarships for Saturday, August 5, 2023.
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Last Dollar Scholarship
Sponsor: Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages | UNCF
Amount: $2,640
Closing Date: August 25, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to minority students classified as college juniors or seniors enrolled full-time at any UNCF Member Institution in Texas. Preference shall be given to candidates majoring in business administration.
Boomer Benefits Scholarship
Sponsor: Boomer Benefits
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 27, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are age 50 or older and are currently enrolled in a two-year, four-year or graduate program at an accredited public or private school.
United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship: Graduate
Sponsor: United Health Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: August 27, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students of color who are pursuing degrees (masters, doctorate) that will lead to careers as clinical professionals that may include: Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse, Pharmacist, Dentist, Social Worker, Addiction Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, or related clinical profession.
United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship: Undergraduate
Sponsor: United Health Foundation
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: August 27, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students of color who are pursuing degrees (bachelors) that will lead to careers as clinical professionals that may include: Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Nurse, Pharmacist, Dentist, Social Worker, Addiction Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, or related clinical profession.
RICOH Scholarship Program
Sponsor: UNCF | RICOH USA, INC.
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 28, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are enrolled as a full-time college sophomore or junior at a Historically Black College/University (HBCU). Applicant must be majoring in or have an academic focus in one of the following disciplines: Accounting, Business Operations, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, Finance, or IT/Systems-Related fields of study.
$2,000 “No Essay” College Scholarship
Sponsor: Niche
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college, and graduate students and those planning to enroll within 12 months. Applicant must be a legal resident of the United States or an international student with a valid visa. Applicant must log in to Niche or create a free account to apply for the scholarship.
$2,000 Easy Scholarship: Mind Craft
Sponsor: DoSomething
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Being a young person today means dealing with a lot. From the overwhelming pressures of social issues and invasive tech to battling anxiety and depression, it can sometimes feel like a never-ending struggle. But guess what? You don’t have to face it alone. Submit to our Mind Craft showcase, and explore how artistic expression can be a beneficial part of your mental health journey. You’ll be entered for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship.
$2,000 Easy Scholarship: Road to Self Care
Sponsor: DoSomething
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: In 2020, nearly 2,800 teenagers lost their lives in vehicle accidents, while an additional 227,000 sustained injuries–highlighting a pressing issue in our nation. The thing is, most accidents happen because we’re not fully prepared to handle the challenges of the road. Share a mental health and road safety checklist with a friend to keep them safe on the road. You’ll even enter for the opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship.
2nd Chance Scholarship
Sponsor: American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA)
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to citizens and aliens legally residing in the USA with a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Applicant must take a ten-question multiple-choice test (open-book) on information provided by the AFSA.
Achieve Today Scholarship
Sponsor: Achieve Today
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to any current student of an accredited U.S. university or college. Applicant must submit a video OR essay on personal development or high performance.
AEL Collegiate Essay Contest
Sponsor: Americanism Educational Leaders and Pepperdine University Libraries
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate college students who are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit an essay on the following prompt: “In what ways have the freedoms we enjoy in America positively impacted your life? What advice would you offer to the next president of the United States for securing these freedoms for future generations?”
Alabama Board of Nursing Scholarship Program
Sponsor: Alabama Board of Nursing
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to applicants who have an active, unencumbered Alabama Register Nurse (RN) license. Applicant must have been admitted to an accredited program within the state of Alabama seeking a graduate degree.
Arctic Physical Therapy Scholarship
Sponsor: Arctic Physical Therapy
Amount: $500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to residents of the U.S. or Canada who will be attending a college or university no later than January 2024. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic related to Physical Therapy. Scholarship is open to students of any major.
Arizona Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship
Sponsor: Goldberg & Osborne
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students in Arizona. Applicant must fill out a form pledging they will not text and drive.
Arnold M. Miller | Find-A-Way Student Scholarship
Sponsor: Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: Up to $15,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to new and current students enrolled in an accredited beauty school.
Asbestos.com Scholarship
Sponsor: Asbestos.com
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and graduate students who are at least 18 years of age and enrolled full-time in a U.S. institution. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to mesothelioma and two recommendations.
Beauty Changes Lives Scholarships
Sponsor: Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarships are open to incoming and current cosmetology students. There are multiple scholarships – see website for details.
Cappex Easy College Money Scholarship
Sponsor: Cappex
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school and college students in the United States who are/will be enrolled in college within the next 12 months. Applicant must create a Cappex profile (if they don’t have one already), share about their extracurricular activities, leadership, and volunteer activities, and then search Cappex for scholarships.
Chaffin Luhana Anti-Distracted Driving Scholarship
Sponsor: Chaffin Luhana LLP
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students under the age of 25 who are residents of the Greater Pittsburgh area (including Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and Northern West Virginia). Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to distracted driving.
CHASA Scholarship
Sponsor: Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA)
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to college and vocational students who are under the age of 25 and who have a diagnosis of hemiplegia or hemiparesis due to any cause, or a diagnosis of pediatric stroke.
Clubs of America Scholarship Award for Career Success
Sponsor: Clubs of America, Inc.
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students of accredited U.S. colleges and universities with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must submit an essay about their career aspirations.
Courage to Grow Scholarship
Sponsor: Courage To Grow
Amount: $500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to juniors and seniors in high school and college students with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicant must explain in 250 words or less why they believe they should be awarded the scholarship.
Cyberbullying Awareness Scholarship
Sponsor: McCready Law Injury Attorneys
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate, graduate and law school students who have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to cyberbullying.
Defy Impossible Esthetics Student Scholarship
Sponsor: Date Somerville Skin Health Experts | Foster Nation | Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: $15,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who plan to enroll in an esthetics program at a licensed training school or program that leads to licensure. Applicant must be living in California and provide proof of time spent in foster care.
Discover Student Loans Scholarship
Sponsor: Discover Financial Services
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors and undergraduate students who are 16 years of age or older. Applicant must sign up to receive helpful tips on planning and paying for college and they will be automatically entered into the sweepstakes.
Diversity in Esthetics
Sponsor: PCA Skin | Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to new or currently enrolled students in an esthetics program that leads to licensure at an accredited school in the U.S. who are either an ethic minority (including but not limited to: Black or African American; Hispanic or Latino; Native American; Pacific Islander; or Asian) OR a person who identifies as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community; OR OR a person with a medically documented disability, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Don’t Text & Drive Scholarship
Sponsor: Law Offices of Matthew J. Quinlan
Amount: $500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current college students who are residents of the Bay Area (San Francisco or city within 50 miles thereof). Applicant must submit an essay describing a new and creative way to reduce bicycle accidents or improve cyclist safety in San Francisco.
Entrepreneur Scholarship Programme
Sponsor: Rapid Formations
Amount: $750
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current undergraduate and postgraduate students in the UK and the U.S. Applicant must demonstrate entrepreneurial attitude and leadership skills. Applicant must submit an essay discussing the way the scholarship could help the applicant work towards or develop their entrepreneurial idea.
Environmental Science Associates’ Sustainability Scholarship
Sponsor: UNCF | Environmental Science Associates
Amount: $2,750
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are Black, Indigenous, and/or of a race other than white or who are of mixed race. Preference will be given to students who reside in the state of California, Washington, Oregon, or Florida who are pursuing a degree in a STEM program.
Excelsior Scholarship Program
Sponsor: New York State Higher Education Services Corporation
Amount: Up to $5,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to New York State residents who are pursuing an undergraduate degree at a SUNY or CUNY college, including community colleges and statutory colleges at Cornell University and Alfred University. Applicant must be enrolled in at least 12 credits per term.
Experts in Wax Scholarship
Sponsor: European Wax Center | Beauty Changes Lives Foundation
Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to current or newly enrolled students of an esthetics or cosmetology program at an accredited school in the U.S. to help offset the cost of tuition.
Extraordinary Scholarship
Sponsor: Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school students from Texas. Applicant must share an experience that has changed his or her life, entrepreneurial goals, and their passions.
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship
Sponsor: Florida Rentals
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are legal residents of the United States. Applicant must submit an essay describing their dream vacation.
Freethought Day High School Video Scholarship
Sponsor: Freethought Day
Amount: $750
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to middle school (grades 7-8), high school students (grades 9-12), and college and trade students. Applicant must submit video answering the following question in the form of a public service announcement (PSA): “Why is science education so important?”
Goodwall Scholarship
Sponsor: Goodwall | Fastweb
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to high school, college and graduate students who are at least 16 years of age. To participate, student must download the Goodwall app and simply share a video sharing how winning this scholarship would help you achieve your educational goals, on the hashtag #ScholarshipNow.
Green Circle Salons – Environmental Beauty Scholarship
Sponsor: Green Circle Salons | Beauty Changes Lives
Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to cosmetology and barbering students in the professional beauty industry that leads to licensure. Applicant must create a three-minute YouTube video answering questions related to environmental sustainability.
Haiku Scholarship
Sponsor: Freethought Day
Amount: $100
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to residents of the United states who currently attend high school (grades 9-12) or college (any level). Applicant must submit a haiku answering the following prompt: “Why is science education so important?”
High School Summer Pass Sweepstakes
Sponsor: Planet Fitness
Amount: $10,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Sweepstakes is open to high school students between the ages 14 and 19 years of age. Applicant must submit a 15 to 30 second video sharing about their High School Summer Pass experience with Planet Fitness.
Home Depot Scholarship Program
Sponsor: UNCF | Home Depot
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to Black/African American students who are enrolled full-time at any public or private Historically Black College (HBCU).
Hometown Pride Scholarship
Sponsor: The Kryder Law Group, LLC
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: August 31, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students who are currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies who are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit an essay explaining why they are proud to be from their hometown or state and what makes it special to them.
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