This month’s scholarships include $$$ from Elk’s Lodge, Frito-Lay, and one open to those in 6-12th grades. Good luck everyone!
This month’s search site being highlighted is Scholarships.com. Initial sign up is easy, and, of course, there is a box checked that says, “Scholarships.com keeps you informed on the latest free college scholarships, grants, financial aid & more; offers for students or their parents, we may make the information you supply available to colleges or marketing partners.” After initially agreeing to terms and policies, there are 2 additional pages of information that is gathered to help match the student to available scholarships.
I found the following scholarship offerings on Scholarships.com, even though I have no account, I was still able to perform the search. I would look them up individually to get more information and the actual link that is provided in this post.
Sponsor: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
Amount: up to $55,000 per year
Closing Date: November 16, 2023
Description: Open to high school seniors who Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2024, earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above, and Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need. They will consider applicants with family annual gross income up to $95,000.
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contest
Sponsor: Elks National Foundation
Amount: $1,000-$7,500
Closing Date: November 13, 2023
Description: Males and Females compete separately. Open to high school Seniors, but do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
Frito-Lay Community Builder Scholarship
Sponsor: Frito-Lay
Amount: (4) $25,000
Closing Date: November 20, 2023, 3:00 pm CT or when 500 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
Description: Open to a high school senior or graduate or current college undergraduate who plans to enroll in full-time undergraduate study in the U.S. at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year, and has a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent). Applicant must demonstrate financial need.
Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship
Sponsor: Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization
Amount: $5000
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors based on the most compelling stories (an essays of at least 500 words) — regarding their life story, their intended field of study, career and how they will make an impact on the world.
All-American Pest Control STEAM Trailblazer Scholarship
Sponsor: All-American Pest
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: This scholarship is a distinguished program that honors and empowers outstanding young women with a drive to excel in science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics (STEAM). This scholarship is a platform to uplift young women who embody All-Americans’ core values of servant leadership, thoughtful innovation, respectfulness, teamwork, and reliability while nurturing their passion for STEAM education. All-American Pest Control is a female-led company, and we aim to celebrate and support one remarkable female individual as they pursue a career in STEAM.
Daniel J. & Robert E. Klein Scholarship
Sponsor: Andrew Klein
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior entering college or trade school each year. Priority given to those whose families serve in the pest control industry
Sponsor: Citizens
Amount: monthly $2,500 prize; yearly $15,000 prize
Closing Date: Closes June 30, 2024
Description: The Citizens Scholarship Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the 50 United States, D.C., and U.S. Territories, who are 16 years of age or older, are students, or prospective students, or parents/guardians of students intending to enroll or enrolled at least half-time in an accredited undergraduate/graduate post-secondary institution.
U.S. Naval Institute Information Warfare Essay Contest
Sponsor: Booz Allen Hamilton
Amount: First Prize: $5,000; Second Prize: $2,500; Third Prize: $1,500
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: Contest is open to all contributors — active-duty military, reservists, veterans, and civilians. Essays must be no more than 2,500 words, excluding end notes and sources. Include word count on title page of the essay. Essays are judged in the blind. Do not include author name(s) on title page or within the essay. Essay must be original and not previously published (online or in print) or being considered for publication elsewhere.
The following scholarship offerings were listed on jlvcollegecounseling:
Maryknoll Student Essay Contest
Sponsor: Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: November 13, 2023
Description: Contest is open to students enrolled in grades 6-12 who are residents of one of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, or a province of Canada (except Quebec). Applicant must submit an essay on the topic: “Jesus teaches us to love our enemies and to pray for those who persecute us. How can we, as followers of Jesus, stand up for peace and against the growing violence in our country?”
10 Words or Less Scholarship
Sponsor: StudentScholarship.org
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2024. Applicant must share in 10 words or less why they deserve the scholarship.
Concerto Competition
Sponsor: United States Marine Band
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2023-2024 academic year. Performers of woodwind, brass, or percussion instructions may apply. Applicant must select one of the works listed on the application for their instrument and submit an audio recording of their performance accompanied by piano, band, or orchestra.
James Alan Cox Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: James Alan Cox Foundation for Student Photojournalists
Amount: $2,500 for college students and digital camera for high school students
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to college, technical school and graduate school students who are studying photography or photojournalism. Applicant must submit five digital images for still photography submissions or two videos, with a maximum duration of three minutes, for video submissions. High school students wanting to participate should only send in still photography.
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
Sponsor: Odenza Marketing Group
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students between the ages of 16 and 25 who are citizens of the United States and have a GPA of at least 2.5. Applicant must submit an essay on a city of the applicant’s choice and an essay explaining why they believe they should win the scholarship.
Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship
Sponsor: Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Foundation
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 15, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicant must submit an essay sharing their life story, their intended field of study, career, and how they will make an impact on the world.
Youth Art Contest
Sponsor: Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer
Amount: UP to $200
Closing Date: November 17, 2023
Description: Contest is open to students 18 years of age or younger who are directly or indirectly affected by cancer. Applicant must submit an original piece of artwork or photo.
CAPTRUST Scholarship
Sponsor: CAPTRUST
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who at least a 3.7 GPA. Applicant must submit short essay responses sharing information about personal goals, accomplishments, career goals, and community impact.
Education Matters Scholarship
Sponsor: Unigo
Amount: $5,000
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students 14 years of age or older who are legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia and are currently enrolled (or will enroll in the future) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant will need to submit a short response to the following prompt: “What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?”
National Corn Growers Association Photo Contest
Sponsor: National Corn Growers Association
Amount: Up to $500
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: Contest is open to legal residents of the United States. Applicant must submit a photo that helps to tell the story of farming field corn in America. Participants can submit photos in the following categories: Scenery/Landscape, The Farm Family Lifestyle, Growing Field Corn, Farming Challenges, SHP’s Conservation, Corn, and Little Farmers.
Youth Forward Scholarship
Sponsor: National Driving and Traffic School
Amount: $500
Closing Date: November 30, 2023
Description: Scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in high school, university, or college as a full-time student. Applicant must submit an essay on given topics related to driver safety.
