Colorado Society of Mayflower Scholarship
$6,000
Overview
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) administers a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who can trace lineage to a Mayflower passenger and who plan to enroll in either a four-year college/university or a two-year community college. In 2024 GSMD introduced an additional Native American Scholarship specifically for graduating seniors who can document descent from a Native American ancestor.
Application timeline
- The 2025 scholarship application period is closed.
- The 2026 application window will be open from January 5 through March 2.
Scholarships awarded
GSMD will award three high-school-senior scholarships in the amounts of $6,000, $5,000,...
Overview
The General Society of Mayflower Descendants (GSMD) administers a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors who can trace lineage to a Mayflower passenger and who plan to enroll in either a four-year college/university or a two-year community college. In 2024 GSMD introduced an additional Native American Scholarship specifically for graduating seniors who can document descent from a Native American ancestor.
Application timeline
- The 2025 scholarship application period is closed.
- The 2026 application window will be open from January 5 through March 2.
Scholarships awarded
GSMD will award three high-school-senior scholarships in the amounts of $6,000, $5,000,...
NFSF Scholarships
$2,500
Introduction
The NAWIC Founders’ Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) supports the development of a skilled workforce for the construction industry by funding higher education and certified training. The construction sector includes a wide range of professions—skilled trades, project management, office and administrative roles, legal and financial services, insurance, and business ownership—and NFSF seeks to help students entering any of these fields.
Scholarship awards and support
Each year NFSF distributes more than $250,000 in scholarships to students enrolled in construction-related programs. Individual awards begin at $1,000. In addition to national awards, some local NAWIC chapters offer their own scholarships. For questions about eligibility...
Introduction
The NAWIC Founders’ Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) supports the development of a skilled workforce for the construction industry by funding higher education and certified training. The construction sector includes a wide range of professions—skilled trades, project management, office and administrative roles, legal and financial services, insurance, and business ownership—and NFSF seeks to help students entering any of these fields.
Scholarship awards and support
Each year NFSF distributes more than $250,000 in scholarships to students enrolled in construction-related programs. Individual awards begin at $1,000. In addition to national awards, some local NAWIC chapters offer their own scholarships. For questions about eligibility...
Sachs Undergraduate Scholarships
$50,000
Overview
The Sachs Foundation offers undergraduate scholarships to Colorado high school seniors who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Awards typically range from $10,000 to $12,500 per year, paid evenly each term, and may be renewed for up to four years—resulting in a maximum cumulative award between $40,000 and $50,000. Funds may be used at any accredited college or university where the recipient is enrolled full-time.
Who Should Apply
Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Black high school senior.
- Have been a full-time resident of Colorado for at least three years. (Residency resulting from military...
Overview
The Sachs Foundation offers undergraduate scholarships to Colorado high school seniors who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Awards typically range from $10,000 to $12,500 per year, paid evenly each term, and may be renewed for up to four years—resulting in a maximum cumulative award between $40,000 and $50,000. Funds may be used at any accredited college or university where the recipient is enrolled full-time.
Who Should Apply
Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Black high school senior.
- Have been a full-time resident of Colorado for at least three years. (Residency resulting from military...
Sachs Foundation Graduate Scholarship
$40,000
Overview
The Sachs Foundation Graduate Scholarship supports former Undergraduate Sachs Scholarship recipients who are entering or currently enrolled in graduate studies. Eligible applicants must have completed — or expect to complete — their bachelor’s degree within the three years prior to application.
Award
Recipients may receive $10,000 per year. Scholarships can be renewed for up to four years, depending on the length and requirements of the chosen graduate program.
Who may apply
This scholarship is open only to individuals who previously held an Undergraduate Sachs Scholarship and who will have, or have had, their undergraduate degree awarded within the last...
Overview
The Sachs Foundation Graduate Scholarship supports former Undergraduate Sachs Scholarship recipients who are entering or currently enrolled in graduate studies. Eligible applicants must have completed — or expect to complete — their bachelor’s degree within the three years prior to application.
Award
Recipients may receive $10,000 per year. Scholarships can be renewed for up to four years, depending on the length and requirements of the chosen graduate program.
Who may apply
This scholarship is open only to individuals who previously held an Undergraduate Sachs Scholarship and who will have, or have had, their undergraduate degree awarded within the last...
ExploraVision Awards
$10,000
The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition in STEM is an ideal platform for K-12 students in the U.S and Canada to hone their critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills, either virtually or in person.Who Can Participate?The following criteria must be met by all student participants:Participants must be citizens of the United States or Canada, residing within these countries, U.S. Territories, or attending a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school abroad. They must be full-time students in a public, private, parochial, virtual school, or home school.Participants must be 21 years old or younger.Employees of the National Science Teaching Association, NSTA board members,...
The Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition in STEM is an ideal platform for K-12 students in the U.S and Canada to hone their critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills, either virtually or in person.Who Can Participate?The following criteria must be met by all student participants:Participants must be citizens of the United States or Canada, residing within these countries, U.S. Territories, or attending a Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school abroad. They must be full-time students in a public, private, parochial, virtual school, or home school.Participants must be 21 years old or younger.Employees of the National Science Teaching Association, NSTA board members,...
SAA Native American Scholarships
$10,000
Introduction and history The Native American Scholarships Endowment Fund was created in 1988 to promote cooperative relationships and constructive engagement between archaeologists and Indigenous communities. Beginning in 1998, the fund’s earnings have been used to underwrite the Arthur C. Parker Scholarship. In 2009, two additional scholarships were added to provide support for undergraduate and graduate archaeological study. Sources of support Scholarship monies are generated through private donations, proceeds from a silent auction held at the SAA Annual Meeting, and outside grants. Available awards 1) SAA Arthur C. Parker Scholarship for Archaeological Training for Native Americans - Purpose: To support archaeological...
Introduction and history The Native American Scholarships Endowment Fund was created in 1988 to promote cooperative relationships and constructive engagement between archaeologists and Indigenous communities. Beginning in 1998, the fund’s earnings have been used to underwrite the Arthur C. Parker Scholarship. In 2009, two additional scholarships were added to provide support for undergraduate and graduate archaeological study. Sources of support Scholarship monies are generated through private donations, proceeds from a silent auction held at the SAA Annual Meeting, and outside grants. Available awards 1) SAA Arthur C. Parker Scholarship for Archaeological Training for Native Americans - Purpose: To support archaeological...
California State PTA Scholarships
$500
Your learning shouldn’t stop at high school graduation. To support students pursuing further education, California State PTA offers two scholarships for graduating seniors to continue their studies and reach their career goals.
Scholarships available
- Volunteer Service Scholarship
- Recognizes graduating seniors for volunteer work in schools and the community. Awardees may use the funds to register for classes at accredited colleges, universities, or trade and technical schools. Applicants must be PTA members and graduates of a California high school between January 1 and June 30 of the current academic year.
- Dr. Ralph E. White Graduating Senior Scholarship ($500)...
Your learning shouldn’t stop at high school graduation. To support students pursuing further education, California State PTA offers two scholarships for graduating seniors to continue their studies and reach their career goals.
Scholarships available
- Volunteer Service Scholarship
- Recognizes graduating seniors for volunteer work in schools and the community. Awardees may use the funds to register for classes at accredited colleges, universities, or trade and technical schools. Applicants must be PTA members and graduates of a California high school between January 1 and June 30 of the current academic year.
- Dr. Ralph E. White Graduating Senior Scholarship ($500)...
Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts Scholarships
$1,000
Overview
The Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Inc. provides scholarships for both undergraduate students (including current high school seniors who will enroll as college freshmen in the fall) and graduate students who plan to attend accredited colleges or universities.
Important deadlines
- GCFM application deadline: April 1 (all application materials must be received by this date).
- Applications that qualify for consideration by National Garden Clubs, Inc. are forwarded to NGC by March 1.
- Official GCFM recognition of scholarship recipients occurs at the end of the fiscal year (June 30); winners are announced in the fall issue of The...
Overview
The Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Inc. provides scholarships for both undergraduate students (including current high school seniors who will enroll as college freshmen in the fall) and graduate students who plan to attend accredited colleges or universities.
Important deadlines
- GCFM application deadline: April 1 (all application materials must be received by this date).
- Applications that qualify for consideration by National Garden Clubs, Inc. are forwarded to NGC by March 1.
- Official GCFM recognition of scholarship recipients occurs at the end of the fiscal year (June 30); winners are announced in the fall issue of The...
NGC College Scholarships
$4,000
Introduction
The National Garden Clubs (NGC) offers annual one-year scholarships to support students pursuing careers connected to gardening, horticulture, landscape design, floral design, and related environmental fields. Below are the program details, eligibility requirements, selection process, funding procedures, and application instructions.
Details of the Award
- Each year the total number and value of scholarships is determined by NGC. Up to 45 scholarships are available annually, with individual awards of up to $4,000.
- One-year awards are offered to juniors, seniors and graduate students. Sophomores may apply early for consideration for their junior year.
- Equal opportunity is provided to...
Introduction
The National Garden Clubs (NGC) offers annual one-year scholarships to support students pursuing careers connected to gardening, horticulture, landscape design, floral design, and related environmental fields. Below are the program details, eligibility requirements, selection process, funding procedures, and application instructions.
Details of the Award
- Each year the total number and value of scholarships is determined by NGC. Up to 45 scholarships are available annually, with individual awards of up to $4,000.
- One-year awards are offered to juniors, seniors and graduate students. Sophomores may apply early for consideration for their junior year.
- Equal opportunity is provided to...
Young American Creative Patriotic Scholarship
$10,000
Overview
Each year the VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest draws more than 4,000 high school artists from around the country. Launched in 1979, the program was created to spotlight emerging young artists and to promote patriotic expression among youth. This particular contest is for two-dimensional artwork only. (There is a separate 3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest for three-dimensional work; current national/state winners for that contest are available from the VFW Auxiliary.)
Eligibility
- Students must be in grades 9–12 as of the March 31 entry deadline. Eligible students include those enrolled in public, private or parochial high schools,...
Overview
Each year the VFW Auxiliary’s Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest draws more than 4,000 high school artists from around the country. Launched in 1979, the program was created to spotlight emerging young artists and to promote patriotic expression among youth. This particular contest is for two-dimensional artwork only. (There is a separate 3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest for three-dimensional work; current national/state winners for that contest are available from the VFW Auxiliary.)
Eligibility
- Students must be in grades 9–12 as of the March 31 entry deadline. Eligible students include those enrolled in public, private or parochial high schools,...
Barry Goldwater Scholarships
$70,000
Subject: 2026 Goldwater Scholarship — Information for Campus Representatives and Student Applicants
Dear Goldwater Campus Representatives and Prospective Applicants,
The Goldwater Scholarship Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 competition on September 2, 2025. Institutional nominations will be due no later than January 30, 2026. We expect to award approximately 400–450 new scholars in the 2026 cycle.
Purpose and eligible applicants
- The Goldwater Scholarship supports talented college sophomores and juniors who plan to pursue research careers in science, engineering, or mathematics by providing recognition and financial assistance.
- Eligible nominees must be current college sophomores or...
Subject: 2026 Goldwater Scholarship — Information for Campus Representatives and Student Applicants
Dear Goldwater Campus Representatives and Prospective Applicants,
The Goldwater Scholarship Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 competition on September 2, 2025. Institutional nominations will be due no later than January 30, 2026. We expect to award approximately 400–450 new scholars in the 2026 cycle.
Purpose and eligible applicants
- The Goldwater Scholarship supports talented college sophomores and juniors who plan to pursue research careers in science, engineering, or mathematics by providing recognition and financial assistance.
- Eligible nominees must be current college sophomores or...
ASM Undergraduate Scholarships
$10,000
Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities
Overview
ASM’s Undergraduate Scholarship Program supports students pursuing studies in metallurgy, materials science, and closely related engineering fields. The program is managed by the ASM Action in Education Committee and is governed by the application rules below. Application materials must be submitted by February 28.
Available Scholarships
- George A. Roberts Scholarships — Up to seven awards of $6,000 each. Founded in 1995 through a gift from Dr. George A. Roberts, former ASM president and retired Teledyne CEO, to promote education in materials science and engineering.
- Lucille & Charles A. Wert Scholarship — One-year tuition award...
Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities
Overview
ASM’s Undergraduate Scholarship Program supports students pursuing studies in metallurgy, materials science, and closely related engineering fields. The program is managed by the ASM Action in Education Committee and is governed by the application rules below. Application materials must be submitted by February 28.
Available Scholarships
- George A. Roberts Scholarships — Up to seven awards of $6,000 each. Founded in 1995 through a gift from Dr. George A. Roberts, former ASM president and retired Teledyne CEO, to promote education in materials science and engineering.
- Lucille & Charles A. Wert Scholarship — One-year tuition award...
