Elizabeth Koury Scholarship
$20,000
Intro
The Elizabeth Koury Scholarship was created to honor exceptional high school seniors from Northern Virginia who intend to pursue careers in medicine. It supports undergraduate students who exhibit strong moral character and a commitment to bettering others’ lives through medical work, helping cover college costs for those who might otherwise struggle to afford higher education.
Award Amount and Renewal
- Amount: $5,000 annually for up to four years, totaling $20,000 per recipient.
- Renewal: Continued payments depend on maintaining full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university and remaining in good academic standing.
- Number of awards: Two scholarships...
Intro
The Elizabeth Koury Scholarship was created to honor exceptional high school seniors from Northern Virginia who intend to pursue careers in medicine. It supports undergraduate students who exhibit strong moral character and a commitment to bettering others’ lives through medical work, helping cover college costs for those who might otherwise struggle to afford higher education.
Award Amount and Renewal
- Amount: $5,000 annually for up to four years, totaling $20,000 per recipient.
- Renewal: Continued payments depend on maintaining full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university and remaining in good academic standing.
- Number of awards: Two scholarships...
VMDAEC Education Scholarships
$1,000
Intro Each year the Education Scholarship Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships, along with additional awards. Eligible uses Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, student fees, room and board, or required textbooks. How recipients are chosen Selection is based on a weighted evaluation: 40% financial need, 40% academic performance, and 20% personal statement. Eligibility - The applicant’s parent or legal guardian must have their primary residence served by one of the 16 electric cooperatives affiliated with the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives. (A list of eligible cooperatives appears below; maps of service areas are available online.) - Applicants...
Intro Each year the Education Scholarship Foundation grants $1,500 scholarships, along with additional awards. Eligible uses Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, student fees, room and board, or required textbooks. How recipients are chosen Selection is based on a weighted evaluation: 40% financial need, 40% academic performance, and 20% personal statement. Eligibility - The applicant’s parent or legal guardian must have their primary residence served by one of the 16 electric cooperatives affiliated with the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives. (A list of eligible cooperatives appears below; maps of service areas are available online.) - Applicants...
Virginia Association of School Business Officials Scholarships
$2,000
Overview
VASBO provides three scholarships to qualified high school seniors. One award, the Edie Williams Scholarship, is $2,000 and was established in memory of a former VASBO president to honor her exceptional service to the association and community. Two additional scholarships are $1,500 each.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a child, grandchild, stepchild, or stepgrandchild of a VASBO member in good standing.
- The sponsoring VASBO member must have maintained continuous membership for three consecutive years prior to the current year (the current year is not counted).
Selection and Notification
Recipients are selected by the VASBO Scholarship Committee based on...
Overview
VASBO provides three scholarships to qualified high school seniors. One award, the Edie Williams Scholarship, is $2,000 and was established in memory of a former VASBO president to honor her exceptional service to the association and community. Two additional scholarships are $1,500 each.
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a child, grandchild, stepchild, or stepgrandchild of a VASBO member in good standing.
- The sponsoring VASBO member must have maintained continuous membership for three consecutive years prior to the current year (the current year is not counted).
Selection and Notification
Recipients are selected by the VASBO Scholarship Committee based on...
Virginia Sheriffs' Institute Scholarships
$1,000
Overview
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) awards scholarships to support residents of participating Virginia jurisdictions who are pursuing studies in criminal justice. These scholarships are funded through sheriff-led fundraising efforts and are available only to students who live in counties or cities where the local sheriff is a VSI member and has authorized a direct-mail special appeal to raise scholarship money. Awards are restricted to students enrolled at Virginia colleges or universities for the 2026–27 academic year.
Eligibility
- Residency and sheriff participation: Applicants must be permanent residents of a Virginia county or city whose sheriff is a VSI member...
Overview
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) awards scholarships to support residents of participating Virginia jurisdictions who are pursuing studies in criminal justice. These scholarships are funded through sheriff-led fundraising efforts and are available only to students who live in counties or cities where the local sheriff is a VSI member and has authorized a direct-mail special appeal to raise scholarship money. Awards are restricted to students enrolled at Virginia colleges or universities for the 2026–27 academic year.
Eligibility
- Residency and sheriff participation: Applicants must be permanent residents of a Virginia county or city whose sheriff is a VSI member...
Bev Good Memorial Scholarship
$1,000
About Bev Good
Bev Good was a widely respected track official who devoted his life to mentoring and working with student-athletes. Known across the Mid-Atlantic as well as in his local community, he served for many years as a track-and-field meet referee and official. His dedication to the sport and to high standards inspired teammates, coaches, athletes, and fellow officials.
Bev Good Memorial Scholarship
The Bev Good Memorial Scholarship, established through an endowment by Debbie and Joe Showker, was created to honor his memory and continue his influence on young athletes.
Eligibility and Nomination
- Each high school in Augusta...
About Bev Good
Bev Good was a widely respected track official who devoted his life to mentoring and working with student-athletes. Known across the Mid-Atlantic as well as in his local community, he served for many years as a track-and-field meet referee and official. His dedication to the sport and to high standards inspired teammates, coaches, athletes, and fellow officials.
Bev Good Memorial Scholarship
The Bev Good Memorial Scholarship, established through an endowment by Debbie and Joe Showker, was created to honor his memory and continue his influence on young athletes.
Eligibility and Nomination
- Each high school in Augusta...
Virginia Society of CPAs Educational Foundation Scholarships
$3,000
Introductory summary The VSCPA Educational Foundation invests in the next generation of accountants by distributing more than $80,000 in scholarships each year to students working toward accounting degrees at Virginia colleges or universities and who plan to become CPAs. Application timeline The application period is currently closed. New scholarship opportunities will be available soon — applications open January 9, 2026 and will close April 1, 2026. 2026 scholarship details - The Foundation awards more than $80,000 annually to students pursuing accounting careers. - For the 2026–2027 academic year (including the Summer 2026 term), individual scholarship amounts will range from $2,500...
Introductory summary The VSCPA Educational Foundation invests in the next generation of accountants by distributing more than $80,000 in scholarships each year to students working toward accounting degrees at Virginia colleges or universities and who plan to become CPAs. Application timeline The application period is currently closed. New scholarship opportunities will be available soon — applications open January 9, 2026 and will close April 1, 2026. 2026 scholarship details - The Foundation awards more than $80,000 annually to students pursuing accounting careers. - For the 2026–2027 academic year (including the Summer 2026 term), individual scholarship amounts will range from $2,500...
Kellam, Weaver-Fagan and Hastee Educational Scholarships
$8,000
Introduction
The Kellam, Weaver-Fagan & Hastee Educational Scholarships were established by order of the Circuit Court for the City of Hampton (Chancery No. 31689) and have supported Hampton public school students since 1993. The trust’s purpose is to help students who combine strong academic performance with active service to their school, neighborhood, place of worship, family, and/or the City of Hampton. The Committee hopes recipients will return after college to make even greater contributions to the community. The Scholarship Selection Committee welcomes applications from students who satisfy the eligibility criteria below.
Message to applicants
Thank you for your interest. Being...
Introduction
The Kellam, Weaver-Fagan & Hastee Educational Scholarships were established by order of the Circuit Court for the City of Hampton (Chancery No. 31689) and have supported Hampton public school students since 1993. The trust’s purpose is to help students who combine strong academic performance with active service to their school, neighborhood, place of worship, family, and/or the City of Hampton. The Committee hopes recipients will return after college to make even greater contributions to the community. The Scholarship Selection Committee welcomes applications from students who satisfy the eligibility criteria below.
Message to applicants
Thank you for your interest. Being...
Michael J. Tylavsky, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
$500
Overview
In December 2008 the Peninsula Community Foundation of Virginia joined with the York Foundation for Public Education, Inc. to oversee the Michael J. Tylavsky, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of the former principal of Tabb High School. The scholarship provides a one-time, non-renewable $500 award for qualifying high school seniors from Bruton High School, Grafton High School, Tabb High School, York High School, and York River Academy.
About Michael J. Tylavsky, Jr.
Mike Tylavsky was a well-regarded educator and administrator in York County, retiring after 26 years of service. After retirement he served as principal at North Moore...
Overview
In December 2008 the Peninsula Community Foundation of Virginia joined with the York Foundation for Public Education, Inc. to oversee the Michael J. Tylavsky, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of the former principal of Tabb High School. The scholarship provides a one-time, non-renewable $500 award for qualifying high school seniors from Bruton High School, Grafton High School, Tabb High School, York High School, and York River Academy.
About Michael J. Tylavsky, Jr.
Mike Tylavsky was a well-regarded educator and administrator in York County, retiring after 26 years of service. After retirement he served as principal at North Moore...
SILA Foundation Scholarships
$2,000
Intro
The SILA Foundation is offering ten scholarships, each worth $2,000, to students pursuing careers in the insurance and securities fields. Awards may be used at any accredited post-secondary college or university located within the continental United States.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
- Enrolled in one of the accepted fields of study:
- Insurance / Compliance / Risk Management
- Economics
- Financial Advisor / Financial Planner / Broker / Stock Trader
- Finance / Accounting / Actuarial Science
- General Business
- Business Administration
- Business...
Intro
The SILA Foundation is offering ten scholarships, each worth $2,000, to students pursuing careers in the insurance and securities fields. Awards may be used at any accredited post-secondary college or university located within the continental United States.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00.
- Enrolled in one of the accepted fields of study:
- Insurance / Compliance / Risk Management
- Economics
- Financial Advisor / Financial Planner / Broker / Stock Trader
- Finance / Accounting / Actuarial Science
- General Business
- Business Administration
- Business...
Christopher King Memorial Scholarship
$1,600
Introduction
Chris King was a percussionist with the Lassiter High School Band from 2011 to 2015. He passed away in April 2016. Chris treasured his time in the LHS Band and the friendships he formed there. His closest bandmates remember him as kind, helpful, accepting, protective of others’ dignity, welcoming to underclassmen, and quick to steer attention away from anyone who felt embarrassed. In his memory, Chris’s parents have created the Chris King Memorial Scholarship.
Purpose
This scholarship honors students who reflect the personal qualities Chris exemplified. It is not awarded for academic achievement or musical talent; selection is based...
Introduction
Chris King was a percussionist with the Lassiter High School Band from 2011 to 2015. He passed away in April 2016. Chris treasured his time in the LHS Band and the friendships he formed there. His closest bandmates remember him as kind, helpful, accepting, protective of others’ dignity, welcoming to underclassmen, and quick to steer attention away from anyone who felt embarrassed. In his memory, Chris’s parents have created the Chris King Memorial Scholarship.
Purpose
This scholarship honors students who reflect the personal qualities Chris exemplified. It is not awarded for academic achievement or musical talent; selection is based...
GBHEM Scholarships
$5,000
Overview GBHEM Scholarships provides financial support to United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate and graduate study. Each year the program awards roughly $4 million to learners in the United States and internationally, helping students from diverse backgrounds complete degrees and prepare to lead in the church and the wider world. Who may apply (U.S. institutions) - Applicants must be enrolled at, or entering, an accredited higher education institution in the United States. - Eligible academic classifications include incoming first-year (freshman) students and current first-year, sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate students. - Applicants must be active members of a United Methodist Church....
Overview GBHEM Scholarships provides financial support to United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate and graduate study. Each year the program awards roughly $4 million to learners in the United States and internationally, helping students from diverse backgrounds complete degrees and prepare to lead in the church and the wider world. Who may apply (U.S. institutions) - Applicants must be enrolled at, or entering, an accredited higher education institution in the United States. - Eligible academic classifications include incoming first-year (freshman) students and current first-year, sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate students. - Applicants must be active members of a United Methodist Church....
Herbert Lehman Scholarship
$12,000
Overview
The Herbert Lehman Education Fund is a nationwide, highly competitive scholarship program that provides yearly awards to outstanding undergraduate and law students. Founded in 1964, the program honors Herbert Lehman—former Governor and U.S. Senator from New York—recognizing his integrity, courage, and long-standing advocacy for civil rights.
History and purpose
When the scholarship began, its primary goal was to support Black students’ attendance at formerly segregated four‑year colleges and universities in the South and to increase the representation of Black Americans in the legal profession. Today, the Fund’s mission has evolved to help turn the promise of racial equality into...
Overview
The Herbert Lehman Education Fund is a nationwide, highly competitive scholarship program that provides yearly awards to outstanding undergraduate and law students. Founded in 1964, the program honors Herbert Lehman—former Governor and U.S. Senator from New York—recognizing his integrity, courage, and long-standing advocacy for civil rights.
History and purpose
When the scholarship began, its primary goal was to support Black students’ attendance at formerly segregated four‑year colleges and universities in the South and to increase the representation of Black Americans in the legal profession. Today, the Fund’s mission has evolved to help turn the promise of racial equality into...
