Heroes' Legacy Scholarships

Fisher House Foundation 

This scholarship is for dependent unmarried children under age 23 of 1) active duty US military personnel, Reserve/Guard and retired military members, and 2) survivors of service members who died or became disabled while serving on active duty on or after September 11, 2001 (see website for full details). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a minimum 2.5 unweighted GPA and be enrolled or plan to enroll in an accredited US college/university or junior/community college in fall 2015. Applicants must also must possess a DD Form 1173 (United States Uniformed Services Identification Card), which will be used to determine eligibility using the DEERS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System) database.

Award: $5000

Deadline: March 14, 2015

More info: http://www.militaryscholar.org/legacy/

ACEC Scholarships

American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) 

These scholarships are for students seeking degrees in engineering. To qualify for this scholarships, applicants must be entering their junior, senior, fifth, or master's degree year in the fall of 2015 at an ABET-accredited engineering program or in an accredited land-surveying program.

Award: Varies ($2000-$10000)

Deadline: March 9, 2015

More info: http://www.acec.org/awards-programs/scholarships/

Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS)

Visionary Integration Professionals (VIP) 

This scholarship is for women who are enrolled in or accepted into a two- or four-year college or university within the United States for the 2015 school year. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be planning a career in information technology or a related field. Applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. The scholarship will be awarded based on academic performance, essay, and level of participation in community service and/or extracurricular activities.

Award: $2500

Deadline: March 9, 2015

More info: http://www.trustvip.com/about-vip/community-support/women-technology-scholarship-wits/

Annual Kaplun Essay Contest

Morris J. and Betty Kaplun Foundation 

This essay contest is for students in grades 7 through 12. To apply, applicants must write an essay in response to a given prompt related to Jewish values. Applicants do not have to be Jewish to enter. International students are eligible to apply.

Award: $750-$1800

Deadline: March 6, 2015

More info: http://www.kaplunfoundation.org/upload/essay.html

ASHG DNA Day Essay Contest

American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 

This essay contest is for students in grades 9 through 12 in the United States and internationally. To apply, applicants must submit an essay in response to a given question related to genetics.

Award: $100-$1000

Deadline: March 6, 2015

More info: http://www.ashg.org/education/dnaday.shtml

Religious Liberty Essay Scholarship Contest

This scholarship is for high school students in the graduating classes of 2015 and 2016. To apply, applicants must write an essay of 800-1200 words on a given topic about religion. See website for complete guidelines. The grand prize for this contest includes a trip for two to Washington, D.C.

Award: $250-$2000

Deadline: March 6, 2015

More info: http://bjconline.org/contest/

Hamilton Award

Alexander Hamilton Friends Association 

This scholarship is for college-bound high school juniors who are currently attending a high school in the United States. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a strong record of community service, show a strong commitment to their academic studies, and demonstrate financial and/or personal need. Applicants must be self-starters, and have proven this through activities such as organizing a fundraiser, starting a business, creating a club or organization, or working to help support their family. Applicants must also show passion and commitment to their interests; this is often manifested in athletic, artistic, or academic achievements. Recipients of this scholarship are automatically enrolled in the Hamilton Leaders Academy (see website for details). US citizenship is not required; however, scholarship winners must be able to provide a US mailing address for award package delivery.

Award: $500

Deadline: March 4, 2015

More info: http://www.hamiltonfriends.org/awards.php

Frame My Future Scholarship Contest

This scholarship is for students attending a US college or university full-time for the 2015-2016 academic year (community college, undergraduate, or graduate school). To qualify, applicants must be legal US residents. To apply, applicants must create an original, creative entry piece that reflects the given topic. The piece may be a photograph, collage, poem, drawing, painting, graphic design, typed essay, scrapbook style page, or anything that can be created within one image. The entry must be the applicants' own work.

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 3, 2015

More info: http://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/frame-my-future-scholarship-contest-2015.aspx

Harriet Fitzgerald Scholarship

The Sunflower Initiative 

This scholarship is for women who are passionate about learning and wish to attend a woman's college in the United States or Canada. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must possess a stellar high school record (have an unweighted GPA of at least a 3.5 and SAT scores of 1800 or higher OR no single ACT score lower than 25), strong references, and a desire to make a contribution to society, as well as a strong sense of self.

Award: $10000

Deadline: March 2, 2015

More info: http://www.thesunflowerinitiative.com/scholarship/

Engineering For You 2 Video Contest

National Academy of Engineering (NAE)

This competition is open to individuals or teams in six competition categories. To enter, applicants must create and submit a one- to two-minute video on a given topic related to engineering. See website for complete rules and submission guidelines.

Award: $5000-$25,000

Deadline: March 2, 2015

More info: http://www.nae.edu/e4u2/

Tzu Chi Scholarship

In Chinese, tzu (慈) means compassion and chi (濟) means relief; together, it means serving with compassion to relieve worlds' suffering.

This scholarship is for US graduating high school seniors (or equivalent) who demonstrate financial need for college tuition. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and enroll in an accredited US college full-time for the entire upcoming academic year. A home visit/interview may be required in the application process. Applicants must submit the application materials to their nearest Tzu Chi Foundation Regional Office; see website for details.

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 2, 2015

More info: https://nca.us.tzuchi.org/scholarship

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults

These scholarships are for young adults who have been affected by cancer through their own diagnosis or the diagnosis of a loved one. Applicants must have been 15 years of age or older during treatment or 15 years of age or older during the treatment of their parent or sibling. Many scholarships share similar applicant criteria; applicants need only submit one application to be considered by any and all scholarships for which they qualify. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent US residents. Scholarship recipients are obligated to perform 40 hours of community service.

Award: $2500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://ulmanfund.org/scholarships/

HubShout Online Marketing Scholarship

This scholarship is for students who are on the path to a business or marketing career that will involve online marketing. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have completed at least one year of postsecondary education, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate a passion for online marketing.

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://hubshout.com/?p=scholarship

American Council of the Blind Scholarship Program

American Council of the Blind (ACB) 

This scholarship is for legally blind students who are vocational students, entering freshmen, undergraduate students, graduate students, or full-time employees (32 hours or more per week who are attending college part-time). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must maintain a 3.3 GPA and be involved in their school/local community.

Award: $1000-$3500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.acb.org/scholarship

NASA Space Settlement Contest

NASA Ames Research Center 

This contest is for students in grades 7 through 12 from anywhere in the world. To apply, applicants must develop a design for an orbital space settlement and related materials; these materials are then sent to NASA Ames for judgement. Applicants may work as individuals or teams. See website for more details.

Award: $5000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://settlement.arc.nasa.gov/Contest/

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships

Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) 

This scholarship is for high school seniors of African American descent who demonstrate a passion for technology. To qualify, applicants must plan to attend a two- or four-year college or university in the fall of the year following high school graduation and plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing). Applicants must have a cumulative 3.3 GPA or higher, demonstrate leadership at school or in the community, and require financial assistance to attend college.

Award: $5000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/blacks-scholarships.aspx

Richard G. Zimmerman Journalism Scholarship

National Press Club 

This scholarship is for high school seniors who wish to pursue a career in journalism. To qualify, applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and plan to attend college.

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.press.org/about/scholarships/zimmerman

NANBPWC National Scholarship

National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs (NANBPWC) 

This scholarship is for African American graduating high school seniors that are US citizens. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA by February 1 in the year of graduation. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a typed essay of no less than 300 words on the topic: "Explain the benefits you have gained through the contributions of two (2) trailblazers of African descent (past and/or contemporary) and how it has benefited you as a person." Scholarship applications must be submitted online via email.

Award: varies

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.nanbpwc.org/index-11.html

Phoebe Ann Rose Scholarship

Phoebe Ann Rose Scholarship Foundation 

This scholarship is for talented students of music between the ages of 14 and 26. Scholarship funds are meant to assist students' study of music. To qualify, applicants must have a 2.0 GPA, demonstrate volunteer experience, and be US residents. There is no official application form for this scholarship; applicants must submit the required documents as attachments via email.

Award: $500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.phoebeannrosescholarshipfoundation.org/contents/requirements.htm

http://www.phoebeannrosescholarshipfoundation.org/

Young Naturalist Awards

American Museum of Natural History 

This award is for students in grades seven through twelve who are enrolled in a public, private, parochial, or homeschool in the United States, Canada, or the US territories. Citizens in a US-sponsored school abroad are also eligible. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must plan and conduct their own scientific investigation and submit their findings. Completed entries may be submitted digitally from January 1 to March 1. Sons and daughters of American Museum of Natural History employees or consultants are not eligible to enter the Young Naturalist Awards.

Award: $50-$2500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/young-naturalist-awards

AABE National Scholarships

American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who are members of one of the underrepresented minority groups in the sciences and related areas of technology (African American, Hispanic, or Native American). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must plan to major in business, engineering, technology, mathematics, or physical science. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA in math and science courses.

Award: $3000-$5000

Deadline: March 27, 2015

More info: http://www.aabe.org/index.php?component=pages&id=4

Sister Rita Jeanne Journalist of the Year Scholarship

Journalism Education Association (JEA)

This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors who have participated in high school journalism for at least two years. Applicants must be students of a JEA adviser, be a state winner, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a portfolio of their work.

Award: $2000-$5000

Deadline:  March 15, 2015

More info: http://jea.org/home/awards-honors/journalist-of-the-year/

American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship

American Legion Auxiliary (ALA)

This scholarship is for high school seniors who are children, step-children, grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, or great-step-grandchildren of veterans who served in the armed forces during eligibility dates for membership in the American Legion (see application). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have completed 50 hours of volunteer service within the community, verified in writing by the receipt organization(s). Scholarships will be awarded based on character and leadership, essay and application, financial need, and scholarship.

Award: $2500-$3500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: https://www.alaforveterans.org/Scholarships/Children-of-Warriors-National-Presidents--Scholarship/

Dr. Arnita Young Boswell Scholarship

National Hook-Up of Black Women (NHBW)

This scholarship is for African American undergraduate students - both men and women - who have demonstrated academic excellence, concern for their community and the Black family, and a desire to continue their studies to completion. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must attend an accredited college or university and have a 2.75 GPA. They must also be involved in school and community activities and demonstrate a mastery of written communication skills in an essay.

Award: $1000

Deadline: March 31, 2015

More info: http://www.nhbwinc.com/scholarship.html

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

National Academy of Engineering

This essay contest is for high school students - men and women - in grades 3 through 12 (ages 8-18). To apply, applicants must write an original essay on a given topic related to engineering. Essays will be judged on the basis of content, research, expression, and originality. This contest is open to students from countries outside the United States; however, students must make an effort to be sure they enter in the appropriate grade category, and all essays will be held to the same standards, even if the student is not a native English speaker.

Award: $100-$500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.engineergirl.org/22826.aspx

Barbara Wiedner and Dorothy Vandercook Peace Scholarship

This scholarship is for high school seniors and college freshmen who have demonstrated leadership and personal initiative in activities involving peace, social justice, nuclear disarmament, and/or conflict resolution. To qualify, applicants must be able to provide evidence of leadership and personal initiative in related activities or in a related organization, including volunteer or paid work.

Award: $250-$500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://peacescholarships.org/

A Nurse I Am Scholarship

This scholarship is for students who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited LVN/LPN, RN degree (ADN or BSN), diploma, or RN-to-BSN program. Enrollment may be on a full-time or part-time basis and applicants must begin or have begun classes no later than January 31, 2015. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must be US citizens or legal residents and their nursing program must be located within the 50 US states. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must watch an educational documentary and write an essay that addresses two given questions; see website for details.

Award: $2000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.anurseiam.com/

Young Naturalist Awards

American Museum of Natural History 

This award is for students in grades seven through twelve who are enrolled in a public, private, parochial, or homeschool in the United States, Canada, or the US territories. Citizens in a US-sponsored school abroad are also eligible. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must plan and conduct their own scientific investigation and submit their findings. Completed entries may be submitted digitally from January 1 to March 1. Sons and daughters of American Museum of Natural History employees or consultants are not eligible to enter the Young Naturalist Awards.

Award: $50-$2500

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/young-naturalist-awards

NANBPWC National Scholarship

National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs (NANBPWC)

This scholarship is for African American graduating high school seniors that are US citizens. To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA by February 1 in the year of graduation. To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit a typed essay of no less than 300 words on the topic: "Explain the benefits you have gained through the contributions of two (2) trailblazers of African descent (past and/or contemporary) and how it has benefited you as a person." Scholarship applications must be submitted online via email.

Award:  $1000

Deadline: March 1, 2015

More info: http://www.nanbpwc.org/index-11.html

Nissenbaum Internet Law Scholarship

The Nissenbaum Law Group, a multi-state law firm with a focus in Internet law, has established the Nissenbaum Internet Law Scholarship. It is geared to undergraduate and post-graduate students of an American scholastic institution. The two winners will each receive a $500 scholarship. The firm may also award non-monetary honorable mention(s).

Students who are currently enrolled in a college or university, seeking either an undergraduate or post graduate degree (whether or not related to law) or are planning to enroll in the Fall 2015 semester, are eligible. The contest requires (a) proof of matriculation at an applicable school and (b) an essay that complies with the contest rules.

Award: $500

Deadline: May 30, 2015

More info: http://www.gdnlaw.com/Internet-Law-Scholarship.htm

Accounting Software Scholarship by Corcentric

Are you looking for ways to offset the heavy cost of college? Interested in a future in Accounting or Finance?

Corcentric wants to help you.

They are offering a $1,000 scholarship to one talented thinker and writer. To apply, write an essay (500 to 1,000 words) that addresses the question below:

One of the prevailing issues facing so many young adults in the U.S. is the large student debt they carry upon graduating from college. Saving early through 529 plans and Roth IRA’s are just some of the ways to offset a portion of that debt. Consider what you or your parents did or are doing to prepare for your college education. If you were able to advise young students on this issue, what would you advise them to do?

Submissions must be received by May 30th, 2015

Award: $1000

More info: http://www.corcentric.com/contact/accounting-software-scholarship.aspx

AmeriQuest Transportation Services Scholarship

AmeriQuest Wants to Help Fund Your College Tuition

Students who are studying or are planning to study a technology or business derived major, or a related field or trade, are invited to take part in their $1,000 scholarship essay competition.

A solid transportation industry is the backbone of a healthy economy. Without timely, reliable drivers, the economy can slowly grind to a halt, and expenses and living costs can become unaffordable. Whether you know it or not, the transportation industry is suffering from a serious shortage of drivers.

This is not just a problem related to the American transportation industry; a number of European countries are also seeing shortages in their ranks of professional drivers. This problem has forced the industry to begin reevaluating its practices, hoping to attract a new pool of young, qualified drivers.The topic for this year’s scholarship essay competition is, “What can the transportation industry do to attract a new generation of drivers?”

For your essay, take this concept and present your ideas as to how the industry can best market these jobs to young adults and millennials.  Tackle the issue from whatever angle you prefer.

Award: $1000

Deadline: May 30, 2015

More info: http://www.ameriquestcorp.com/transportation/contact/ameriquest-transportation-services-scholarship.aspx

The $1,000 Active Calendar Scholarship 2015

At Active Data, they are big believers in higher education (their CEO served on the Board of Trustees at Lehigh University after all), but they know it’s really expensive. So they started a little college scholarship program to help one student make their college experience more affordable. If you are a college student or are soon to become one, entering is easy.

Just write an essay between 500-1,000 words telling them why knowing what’s happening on campus is vital to your success as a student. We will pick our favorite to award the $1,000 prize and even post the winning essay to their website as well as some of the runners-up. The winner will be chosen and announced on Thursday, April 30, 2015.

Award: $1000

Deadline: April 20, 2015

More info: http://www.activecalendar.com/1000-active-calendar-scholarship/

Distinctive Window Treatment Plus $1,000 College Scholarship

Are you a creative, motivated individual interested in studying design at one of the world’s many design schools? Distinctive Window Treatment Plus wants to give you a $1,000 college scholarship and help you get there! No matter what design discipline you follow, they invite you to present your vision and showcase your knowledge.

Students interested in this scholarship are invited to participate in their essay competition. The topic to be explored for this year’s scholarship essay contest is “Today’s Design Trends Across Different Markets.”

This broad topic is intended to test the fledging design students view of the industry as well as their eye for future innovation. Is home automation the face of the future and should it be considered when it comes to interior design? How are new building materials and natural disasters affecting home and building designs? Are wood blinds making a comeback? Are animal prints really like neutrals that never go out of style? Whichever idea you chose to discuss, let them know your point of view and why it’s worth the attention of the interior design community!

Award: $1000

Deadline: May 25, 2015

More info: http://www.distinctivewindows.com/scholarship.htm

Southland Electrical Supply Scholarship Program

Are you interested in furthering your career and life by going to college? Is your dream to become the next Alfred Nobel? Are you looking for ways to cut tuition costs? No matter what subject you're looking to study, Southland Electrical Supply wants to help you build a successful future and career with a $1,000 scholarship!

Students who studying or planning to study in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) major or a related field or trade are invited to take part in our essay competition.

The topic for this year's scholarship essay competition is "How innovation affects the science, technology and trade industry" This broad topic is intended to bring in a wide variety of essays covering the multiple facets of the industry. Though innovation is important to all industries, the technology and trade fields, in particular, have always thrived on fresh ideas that challenge what has come before it. For your essay, take this concept and apply it to a field or trade of your choice, explaining how innovation has changed and will continue to change your chosen discipline.

Award: $1000

Deadline: May 30, 2015

More info: http://www.southlandelectrical.com/scholarship.asp

Reed Tech STEM Scholarship

Reed Tech is committed to supporting global innovation and growth. As part of their mission, they are offering a $1,000 scholarship to students who are studying or are planning to study a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) major at a U.S. university or college during the 2015/2016 academic year.

Interested applicants are invited to take part in their essay competition.

Innovations drive progress, economic growth and are the engine that moves patent-driven companies forward. Students who have studied STEM majors have gone on to develop innovations that have materially changed both our work and leisure lives. For this essay, please write about a significant innovation, what benefits it has provided and how you would improve upon it.

Award: $1000

Deadline: May 30, 2015

More info: http://www.reedtech.com/about-us/scholarship/

2015 Summer Programs with Generous Financial Aid

Summer Pre-college Programs are a wonderful opportunity for students to get incredible college experience while still in high school. Pre-college programs are also a great way for students to bolster their admissions chances, gain valuable work experience, build relationships, and explore their career opportunities. Unfortunately, many programs do not offer sufficient financial aid for underrepresented and under-resourced students. Because of this, College Greenlight compiled a list of the programs that actually offer aid to their participants!

Check out the link below. Each entry includes a link to the program’s official website, as well as information on application deadlines, program dates, and financial aid packages or scholarships available to qualified students.

http://blog.collegegreenlight.com/blog/summer-programs-with-generous-financial-aid/

School Policies Towards Undocumented Students (link and info)

Here is a link to a list of colleges and their policies towards undocumented students. At the end of this list are all major California colleges. These colleges were selected because they promise to offer mostly grant aid (free money!) and limited loans. However, some do not provide this assistance. See the details for each college when you click on the link. "Get me to college"(website) is still waiting to hear from the college if no information is provided.

Check out this list: http://getmetocollege.org/hs/financial-aid/info-for-undocumented-students/school-policies-towards-undocumented-students