Akkadian Labs Scholarship Opportunity Akkadian Labs creates innovative software for simplified communication administration. They want to see students with the same passion for technological innovation succeed in their field. In order to assist students, Akkadian Labs has developed a scholarship for one student who has a passion for information technology. All applicants must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in the semester that they’re applying to receive the scholarship. Students must submit an 800-1,000 word essay answering this prompt: How is information technology used in your major and where do you think your passion for technology will take you in the future? Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 1, 2020
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Scholarship
Hurst Review Services is the fastest growing NCLEX review company in the country. They review the exam that is required for nurses to receive their license. Hurst has partnered with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing to support students who are pursuing professional nursing degrees. To qualify for the scholarship, students must be enrolled at an AACN school.
Amount: 2 awards; $2,500
Deadline: January 15, 2020
Sacks for CF Scholarship
The Boomer Esiason Foundation seeks to fight cystic fibrosis and hopes to provide financial assistants to students who have the condition. For every sack recorded during NFL Monday Night Football games, the Sacks for CF Scholarship program receives a donation from a Boomer Esiason Foundation corporate partner. Students are awarded based on their academic achievements and adherence to daily CF therapy. Amount: 30 awards; Up to $10,000
Deadline: January 10, 2020
---------------------------------------- Chairish Design Your Future Scholarship
Chairish is an interior design store that is offering a scholarship for one student from a diverse background. The store hopes to financially support students who are majoring in design-related fields including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture and engineering fields. Applicants will need to complete a 500 word essay describing their ideal future and how they plan to achieve their dream. The committee would like to see essays that answer the following questions: What motivates you to achieve your goal? What obstacles will you have to overcome? What are some lessons to learn, people you will need to meet or places you will need to go to achieve your goals? Amount: $2,500; 2 awards Amount: 2 awards; $2,500
Deadline: January 1, 2020
C-SPAN Student Cam Documentary Competition
Student Cam is C-SPAN’s annual video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation. Students are asked to create a 5-6 minute video documentary on a topic related to the competition theme: “What’s your vision in 2020? Explore the issue you most want presidential candidates to address during the campaign.” Students must be in grades 6-12 to be eligible. Teacher THat advise students are also eligible to receive cash prizes. Amount: 150 awards; $250-$5,000
Deadline: January 20, 2020
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
The GE-Reagan Foundation seeks to honor the legacy of our 40th President, Ronald Reagan, by supporting college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, integrity and drive. Applicants should have a minimum 3.0 GPA and should be prepared to share about their leadership, service and goals in the application essays. Students will also be encouraged to share about their extracurricular activities, volunteer opportunities and work experiences.
Amount: Multiple awards; $10,000-$40,000
Deadline: January 3, 2020
Hamilton Scholars Award
The Alexander Hamilton Scholars empowers and provides opportunities to high-achieving and under served students, allowing them to succeed in college and in their career. Applicants for the Hamilton Award must be a junior in high school, demonstrate financial need and be service-focused. Scholars will attend New York Leader Week in July 2020 and will participate in a rigorous five-year scholar curriculum during their final year in high school and through their college years. Amount: $500
Deadline: January 29, 2020
National Ag Day Essay Contest
The Agriculture Council of America is sponsoring the 2020 Ag Day Essay Contest. The objective is to celebrate agriculture and to help consumers better understand farmers and produce companies. Applicants can submit either a written essay or a video essay on the topic: “Food Brings Everyone to the Table.” Some trends that students can discuss in their essay include but are not limited to: Increased global population Increase of high plant-based protein diets Shortfall of agriculture students Amount: 2 awards; $1,000
Deadline: January 31, 2020
Oklahoma Society of CPAs Education Foundation Scholarship
The Oklahoma Society of CPAS is offering scholarships to support current students who are enrolled in a four or five-year accounting program. Students must be enrolled in an Oklahoma college or university to be eligible. Other requirements include being a current OSCPA Student Member and having successfully completed at least six hours of principles of accounting. Amount: Multiple awards; $250-$2,500
Deadline: January 31, 2020
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Cleft Palate Foundation Scholarships The American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) hopes to create a world where all people can thrive. They provide education, personalized support and resources for every stage of the cleft or craniofacial journey. One resource they are excited to offer is their scholarship program to assist outstanding students born with cleft or craniofacial conditions. Students can apply by submitting an online application along with all supporting documents. Award Amount: 4 awards; $1,000–$4,000 Deadline: February 1, 2020
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TheDream.US DACA National Scholarship TheDream.US has helped almost 6,000 students graduate from college with a career-ready degree. The scholarship program aims to help DREAMers achieve their education and career goals as the organization fights for the rights of these students. All students with DACA or TPS status are eligible to apply. Simply, submit an online application along with all required documents. Award Amount: Varies; $14,000–$29,000 Deadline: February 27, 2020 ----------------------------------------
Marilynn Smith's Scholarship The LPGA Foundation supports women and young people through programs and initiatives aimed at empowering them through the game of golf. The foundation is pleased to offer the Marilynn Smith Scholarship to a female high school senior who has played golf in high school or in her community and is planning to play golf at an accredited college or university in the United States. Student golf players must create an online account in order to start their application. Award Amount: 5 awards; $5,000 Deadline: February 28, 2020
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National Garden Clubs Scholarships The National Garden Clubs organization does more than just teach you how to have a green thumb, it connects you with people, plants and programs that provide valuable information as you grow your personal garden. To encourage aspiring gardeners, the organization is offering multiple scholarships to college juniors, seniors and graduate students. Students can apply by submitting an online application and by meeting the following requirements: Must have a 3.25 GPA Must be enrolled fulltime at an accredited college Must plan to have a career in gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design or horticulture Award Amount: Up to 41 awards; $4,000 each Deadline: February 1, 2020
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NCAA Division II Degree Completion Award Program The NCAA established the Division II Degree Completion Award Program to provide deserving student-athletes with financial assistance as they complete their first baccalaureate degree. In order to apply for the award program, students must be nominated and must submit a personal statement that lists their extracurricular activities, leadership roles and membership in professional organizations. Award Amount: Multiple Awards Deadline: February 1, 2020
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OGE Positive Energy Scholarship The OGE Energy Corp. Foundation would like to encourage students who live in the OG&E service territory to pursue postsecondary education. By offering their scholarship program, the energy company hopes to support future industry leaders. All high school seniors living in the OG&E service area in Oklahoma and western Arkansas are encouraged to apply. Eligible students must meet the following requirements: Must attend college in Oklahoma or Arkansas Must have a 3.25 GPA Must have at least an ACT score of 25 or an SAT score of 1200 Award Amount: $15,000 Deadline: February 1, 2020
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Optimist International Scholarship Essay Contest This essay contest gives young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. Students can write about a personal experience, their country’s experience or write from a historical perspective. To enter the contest, students must submit an essay to their local Optimist Club chapters. Essays must discuss the following topic: “Is optimism the key to achieving the dreams you imagine?” Award Amount: Multiple awards; $2,500 each Deadline: February 28, 2020
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Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship Pet Lifestyle and You, or P.L.A.Y., loves to see others show compassion towards animals. The organization is offering their scholarship to high school seniors who are also passionate about working with animals. Students can apply by submitting an essay that described the impact they have made in the life of a rescue animal or animal welfare cause in general. Award Amount: 3 awards; $200, $300 and $1,500 Deadline: February 28, 2020
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Sentient Furniture Scholarship Sentient Furniture strives to infuse artistic ideas and thoughts into their work. They’re passionate about creative thinking and are offering their scholarship program to students who also enjoy using creativity. The scholarship is open to all students enrolled or due to enroll as a full-time student in an undergraduate or graduate program. Students can apply by submitting an essay that describes how they have used their creative talents to excel in their academic careers. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: February 28, 2020
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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship The Vegetarian Resource Group is excited to award $20,000 in scholarship money to graduating high school seniors who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools or communities. The organization understands the amount of work and passion that goes into bringing awareness to the importance of a vegetarian lifestyle and would like to reward the hard work and dedication of three students. Eligible high school seniors can apply by submitting an application package that includes the following: Copy of high school transcript Three letters of recommendation Essay detailing the successes and challenges of promoting vegetarianism Award Amount: 3 awards; (2) $5,000 and (1) $10,000 Deadline: February 20, 2010
