Searching and Applying for Scholarships. Watch this short video overview by WA State GEAR UP. Learn where to find scholarships and how to apply!
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Wells Fargo Scholarship for Undergraduates |
The Wells Fargo Scholarships for Undergraduate American Indian and Alaska Native Students will fund full-time and degree-seeking college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors who hold a current GPA of 2.7 or higher with up to $5,000 for one year of study in any chosen major at any accredited institution in the United States. |
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Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest |
($10,000) - This is the coolest scholarship contest around! Students are challenged to create and wear their own prom outfits made entirely from Duck Tape for the chance to win scholarship cash!
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Washington Opportunity Scholarship - Career and Technical |
The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) supports low- and middle-income students pursuing eligible high-demand majors in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) or health care and encourages recipients to work in Washington state once they complete their degrees. |
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Navigate Your Future Scholarship |
A $2,500 scholarship offered to a HS graduate continuing his or her education in the aviation industry. |
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Scholarship Poetry Contest - Fall Issue |
Open to all U.S. HS students. Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. Up to $500. |
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Do-Over Scholarship |
In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "If you could get one 'do-over' in life, what would it be and why?" |
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Flavor of the Month Scholarship |
($1,500) - In 250 words or less submit a response to the question: "Summer and ice cream go hand-in-hand. In fact, July is National Ice Cream Month, and that's the inspiration behind this award. We think people are very similar to ice cream; some are nutty, others a little exotic, while some are very comforting. If you were an ice cream flavor, which would you be and why?" |
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Make Me Laugh Scholarship |
($1,500) - Make Me Laugh is a fun scholarship that lets you cut loose and lighten things up. Looking for a scholarship for comedians? Now is your chance to show us your funny bone. Perhaps you always have an embarrassing - but funny - story to share. Great! We'll promise to laugh with you, not at you. Must be 14 years of age or older at the time of application. |
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American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship Program - Second Chance College… |
Open to anyone who has graduated high school or equivalency and wants to pursue a college degree or trade school education. Enter for the chance to win 1 of 5 $1,000 College Scholarships. |
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Shout It Out Scholarship |
($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit an online response to the question: "If you could say one thing to the entire world at once, what would it be and why?" |
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Scholarship Poetry Contest - Winter Issue |
($100-$500) - Applicant must submit an original poem with 20 lines or less. |
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Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship |
($1,000) - Complete the application form, including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving. |
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CJ Pony Parts Scholarship Video Contest |
($500) - Create a short video, under 3 minutes long, on one of the topics/prompts available on the scholarship website. |
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Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program |
For high-performing HS seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. College Scholars receive up to $40,000 per year, college planning support, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to network with the larger JKCF Scholar community. The application period is open from early September to early November. Up to 40 College Scholars are selected for this program each year. |
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Leadership 1000 Scholarship |
The Leadership 1000 Scholarship awards funding to high school seniors attending eligible high schools and planning to enroll in a Washington state college or university. The scholarship is renewable, and it is available in amounts up to $5,000 per academic year. In addition to the scholarship, scholars receive guidance regarding career, financial aid, and networking opportunities with CSF alums and scholarship donors to ensure students graduate with a four-year degree and succeed in life. |