Saturday, December 30, 2017

Courageous Persuaders Video Contest

Contest is open to high school students in grades 9-12. Student must create a commercial targeted at middle school students to warn them about the dangers of underage drinking or texting while driving.

Award: Up to $3,000

Deadline: February 9, 2018

More info: http://courageouspersuaders.com

Courageous Persuaders Video Contest

ExploraVision Science Competition

Competition is open to students in grades K through 12. Students must work in groups of 2-4 and select a technology that is present in the home, school, and/or community and explore what the technology does, how it works, and how or why it was invented.

Amount: Up to $10,000

Closing Date: February 8, 2018

More info: https://www.exploravision.org

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Truman D. Picard Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are Native American and pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources.

Award: Up to $2,500

Deadline: February 7, 2018

More info: http://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html

Intertribal Timber Council


We The Students Scholarship Contest

Contest is open to students in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, American Armed Forces schools abroad, and students in U.S. territories who are in grades 8-12 and between the ages of 14-19. Student must submit an essay on a given prompt related to the U.S. government and internet content.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: February 5, 2018

More info: http://billofrightsinstitute.org/engage/students-programs-events/scholarship/

WE THE STUDENTS ESSAY CONTEST 2017-2018

Drive2Life Contest

Contest is open to students in grades 6-12. Contestant must create a storyboard or written script for a 30-second public service announcement (PSA) to help prevent speeding.

Award: $1000 plus a trip to New York City

Deadline: February 2, 2018

More info: http://www.scholastic.com/drive2life/

2018 Drive2Life Contest

Wednesday, December 27, 2017

ASCPA Scholarships

Scholarships are open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students in the state of Arizona. Applicant must be majoring in or planning to major in Accounting.

Award: Up to $2,000

Deadline: February 2, 2018

More info: https://www.ascpa.com/become_a_cpa/scholarships

ASCPA Scholarships

Winston Voice Scholarships

Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens between the ages of 16 and 22 years of age. Applicant must submit a ten-minute vocal performance. Scholarship funds are for private study, special training or personal advancement in the applicants’ future careers. The funds cannot be used for college tuition, housing or travel.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: http://arts-nsal.org/scholarships/winston-voice-scholarships/

WINSTON VOICE SCHOLARSHIPS

Student Side Hustler Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are at least 16 years of age. Applicant must have demonstrated initiative, perseverance, and a little creativity to kick-start a side hustle and bring in a little extra cash to financially support themselves.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://studysoup.com/scholarships/student-side-hustler

The Student Side Hustler Scholarship

Purpose Challenge Contest

Contest is open to U.S. high school seniors currently planning to attend college in the Fall of 2018 who are currently residing in the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. Applicant must submit their college essay based on what they’ve learned from the Purpose Challenge toolkit.

Award: Up to $25,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://purposechallenge.org/contest/

Purpose Challenge Contest

Naomi Rabb Winston Scholarship in Art

Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens between the ages of 16 and 22 years of age. Applicant must submit five (5) art works done within the past two years. Scholarship funds are for private study, special training or personal advancement in the applicant’s chose art field – funds cannot be used for college tuition, housing or travel.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: http://arts-nsal.org/scholarships/winston-art-scholarships/

Make a Difference Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and have at least a 2.0 GPA. Applicant must be a customer in good standing of Rent-A-Center, a spouse or dependent child of a customer, dependent child of a current employee of Rent-A-Center or a dependent child of a current Rent-A-Center Franchise owner.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://www.scholarsapply.org/makeadifference/

Rent-A-Center Make a Difference Scholarship Program

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

Contest is open to students in grades K-12 who attend public, private, or home schools in the United States and the U.S. territories. Contestant must draw, paint, or sketch a picture of an eligible North American waterfowl species. Deadline only for Maryland. South Carolina deadline has already passed, but all other states have later deadlines – see website for details.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://www.fws.gov/birds/education/junior-duck-stamp-conservation-program/junior-duck-stamp-contest-information.php

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Department of the Interior

John F. and Anna Lee Stacey Scholarship

Scholarship is open to U.S. citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 years old. Applicant must be pursuing a profession in visual arts and must show an affinity with the classical tradition of Western culture.

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://nationalcowboymuseum.org/learn-discover/stacey-scholarship-fund/

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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating, minority high school seniors who plan on attending an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States. Applicant must show leadership potential, dedication to community service, and evidence of financial need.

Award: Up to $28,000 over four years

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Hollister Co Anti-Bullying Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to high school seniors from anywhere in the world with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must submit a response answering a question in regards to bullying, as well as their transcript, recommendation, and a resume.

Award: $2,500

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: http://nshssfoundation.org/scholarships/hollister-co-anti-bullying-scholarship/

Hollister Co Anti-Bullying Scholarship Program

Harriet Fitzgerald Scholarship

Scholarship is open to highly motivated female graduating high school seniors who have a desire to attend a women’s college in the United States. Applicant must have at least a 3.7 GPA. There is no citizenship requirement, but student must plan on attending a college in the U.S.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

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

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Frank Kazmierczak Memorial Migrant Scholarship

Scholarship is open to children of a migrant work and migrant workers with priority given to those with mobility in the last three years. Applicant must have teaching as a career goal.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: http://migrant.net/scholarships/

Frank Kazmierczak Memorial Migrant 

Scholarship

EngineerGirl Essay Contest

Essay contest is open to girls and boys in grades 3-12. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to infrastructure.

Award: Up to $500

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://www.engineergirl.org/42593.aspx

2018 EngineerGirl Writing Contest

Bulkofficesupply.com Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and college Freshmen and Sophomores in the United States. Applicant must have an interest in teaching, art or owning their own business.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://www.bulkofficesupply.com/scholarships-in-new-york

Bulkofficesupply.com Scholarship

Bart Kamen Memorial FIRST Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have been accepted to, or applied for admission, to an eligible undergraduate program, which means a full-time program in Biomedical Engineering, pre-medical studies, or a program that allows students to pursue a chosen major while simultaneously completing a subset of medical school prep courses. Applicant must have participated as a team member for a minimum of one year on a FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, or FIRST Robotics Competition team.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://bartkamenmemorialfirstscholarship.submittable.com/submit


American Indian Services Scholarship

Applicant must be one-quarter (1/4) Northern-Native American Indian and enrolled in undergraduate studies at a university, junior college, or technical school. Applicant must have at least a 2.25 GPA.

Award: Varies

Deadline: February 1, 2018

More info: https://www.americanindianservices.org/app/students_application.html

American Indian Services Scholarship


ACPA College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who have a diagnosis of cleft lip and/or cleft palate or other congenital craniofacial difference). Preference will be given to rising first-year students in any field and to currently enrolled students in a field of study related to cleft or craniofacial conditions (e.g. genetic counseling, speech-language pathology)

Award: up to $1000

Deadline: Feb. 1, 2018

More info: http://www.cleftline.org/parents-individuals/awards-scholarships/college-scholarships/

2018 ACPA College Scholarship Application

Friday, December 22, 2017

Virtuous Prom Peace Scholarship

Scholarship is open to female students planning to or currently pursuing studies in theology, anthropology, or sociology at the undergraduate or graduate level. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to peace.

Award: $250

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.virtuousprom.com/scholarships/

Virtuous Prom Scholarships

Ugly Sweater Scholarship

Scholarship is open to legal residents of the United States who are 16 years of age or older and are enrolled as a junior or senior in high school or post-secondary school or graduate school in the Untied States. Applicant must upload a photo of them wearing their ugliest holiday sweater and a short story on how they acquired the ugly sweater.

Award: Up to $250

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://my.360photocontest.com/uglysweaterscholarship

UGLY SWEATER SCHOLARSHIP

The Fountain Essay Contest 2017

There is no age limit or a condition to fulfill for entry. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic of “how to face a disaster.”

Award: UP to $1,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://essay.fountainmagazine.com

Fountainmagazine

Taking Steps to Helping Pets College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students 18 years of age and older who will attend an accredited college or university in 2018 and who have been involved in any project dedicated to improving the lives of animals. Applicant must submit an essay describing their passion and volunteer work for animals.

Award: $500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.royalramps.com/taking-steps-to-helping-pets-college-scholarship/

ROYAL RAMPS “TAKING STEPS TO HELPING PETS” $500 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP

Scholarship Essay Contest

Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are legal residents of the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to the 2nd amendment.

Award: $3,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.bbbclaw.com/scholarship/

BBC&S SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST

Scholarship for Latino Students

Scholarship is open to Hispanic undergraduate and graduate students who will be enrolled during the spring semester/quarter. Applicant must submit an essay on their struggles as a Latino student.

Award: $2,500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://buenasopiniones.com/scholarship/

Scholarship for Latino Students

RiSE Scholarship

Applicant must be current high school, college bound senior who has submitted applications to and is planning on attending an accredited college or university. Applicant must have a documented learning disability (a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD alone does not qualify).

Award: $2,500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://risescholarshipfoundation.org/rise-award/apply-now/


Rise Scholarship Foundation

Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Redfin Scholarship

Scholarship is open to legal U.S. residents who are graduating high school seniors or current college freshman, sophomores, and juniors with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to affordable housing.

Award: $2,500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.redfin.com/resources/scholarship

Redfin Scholarship

Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Student Essay Contest

Contest is open to all public, private, parochial and home school students in grades 5-12. Applicant must submit an essay on a given prompt related to conflict.

Award: Up to $500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://oklahomacitynationalmemorial.org/learn/education/essaycontest/

Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Student Essay Contest

Native American Natural Resource Research Scholarship

Scholarship is open to Native American students who are planning or currently conducting tribally relevant research in a natural resource issue.

Award: Up to $4,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html

Intertribal Timber Council

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to individuals with MS or individuals who have a parent with MS. Applicant must be a high school senior or high school graduate (or GED) who will be attending an accredited post-secondary school for the first time.

Award: Up to $3,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://bit.ly/2kUhUEG

National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship Program

National Debt Relief Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, and current undergraduate and graduate students. Applicant must be pursuing or intending to pursuing a degree in the fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.nationaldebtrelief.com/#applyforscholarship

National Debt Relief Scholarship

I Have a Dream Scholarship

Applicant must be 13 years of age or older, be a resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia, and be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2024) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant must submit a short essay (250 words or less) about a dream.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship

I Have a Dream Scholarship

Cherokee Nation Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships are open to Cherokee Nation citizen students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. There are multiple scholarships available, including scholarships open to high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students.

Award: Varies

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://www.cherokeenationfoundation.org/scholarships

Cherokee Nation Foundation

Association of Women in Mathematics Essay Contest

Contest is open to students in grades 6 through 12 and undergraduate students. Student must submit an essay based on an interview with a women currently working in a mathematical career.

Amount: Varies

Dateline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://sites.google.com/site/awmmath/programs/essay-contest

Ag Day Essay Contest

Contest is open to students in grades 9 through 12 in the 2017-2018 school year. Applicant must submit an essay or video essay on a given topic related to agriculture.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: https://www.agday.org/essay-contest

2018 Ag Day Essay Contest

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

ABPA Harrington-Arthur Memorial Scholarship Essay Competition

Scholarship is open to all persons of high school age (at least 13 and no older than age 19 as of December 31, 2017) who are legal residents of the United States or Canada. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to law irrigation systems and backflow prevention.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 31, 2018

More info: http://www.abpa.org/?page=Scholarship

ABPA Harrington-Arthur Memorial Scholarship Essay Competition

Women’s Western Golf Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship is open to female high school seniors who are active participants in the sport of golf and have at least a 3.5 GPA.

Award: $10,000 over four years

Deadline: January 30, 2018

More info: http://wwga.org/WWGA.org/Scholarship_Information.html

Women’s Western Golf Foundation Scholarship

Childhood Cancer Survivor Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to cancer survivors, age 25 and under, who are high school seniors or graduates, or current postsecondary undergraduates. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: January 30, 2018

More info: https://www.scholarsapply.org/nmsurvivors/

Childhood Cancer Survivor Scholarship Program

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked-Out Dreamers

Scholarship is open to high school graduates who live in targeted, locked-out states that do not offer in-state tuition to DREAMers, or bars them from attending state colleges and universities all together.

Award: Up to $80,000 over four years

Deadline: January 23, 2018

More info: http://www.thedream.us/scholarships/opportunity-scholarship/

Opportunity Scholarship for Locked-Out Dreamers

Girls Impact the World Film Festival Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students in 8th grade, high school and college undergraduates who are under the age of 25. Applicant must submit a 3-6 minute short film that raises awareness about critical issues affecting women and girls around the world OR propose solutions to critical challenges faced by women.

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: January 20, 2018

More info: http://www.connecther.org/gitw/

Girls Impact the World Film Festival Scholarship

C-SPAN’s StudentCam Documentary Competition

Competition is open to students in grades 6-12. Student must create a short documentary video on “The Constitution & You.”

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: January 18, 2018

More info: http://www.studentcam.org

StudentCam

Hamilton Award

Award is open to high school juniors who are college bound with a strong record of community service and academic achievement. Student must have financial and/or personal need.

Award: $500

Deadline: January 16, 2018

More info: http://hamiltonscholars.org/1/

Winter Break Scholarship

Scholarship is open to permanent legal U.S. residents physically residing in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 16 years old and currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicant must answer a short question, give course advice, upload eight study documents, and share on social media.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: Jan. 15, 2018

More info: https://www.coursehero.com/scholarships/

Course Hero Scholarships

Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government.

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: January 15, 2018

More info: http://www.gwcf.org/AppDownload.html

National Sojourners Essay Contest

Contest is open to students in 9th through 12th grade. Applicant must submit an essay on a topic related to historical documents.

Award: Up to $2,000

Deadlne: January 15, 2018

More info: http://www.nationalsojourners.org/youth-leadership-programs/#essay

National Sojourners Essay Contest

Leaders Save Lives Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to all high school and college students. Applicant must host an American Red Cross blood drive between December 15, 2017 and January 15, 2018.

Award: Up to $2,500

Deadline: January 15, 2018

More info: https://www.redcrossblood.org/forms/leaders-save-lives-scholarship-program

Leaders Save Lives Scholarship Program

Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Award

Award recognizes the strengths and accomplishments of young people with learning disabilities and ADHD. Award is open to a student 19 years old or younger who has demonstrated initiative, talent and determination resulting in a notable accomplishment in any field, including art, music, science, math, athletics, or community service.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 15, 2018

More info: http://www.smartkidswithld.org/2018-fred-j-epstein-youth-achievement-award/

2018 Fred J. Epstein
Youth Achievement Award

Dell Scholars Program

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have participated in an approved college readiness program (such as AVID, GEAR UP, Upward Bound – see full list on website) in grades 11 and 12.

Award: $20,000

Deadline: January 15, 2018

More info: http://www.dellscholars.org/

Young Filmmakers Contest

Contest is open to students in grades 3 through college (ages 8 and up) from the United States. Student must create a film on one of many given topics related to the Earth.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: January 14, 2018

More info: http://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/contest-details/

YOUNG FILMMAKERS CONTEST

Letters About Literature Competition

Competition is open to students in grades four through 12. Applicant must select a fiction or nonfiction book, poem or play and write a personal letter to the author on how the author’s work changed the applicant or their view of the world. Unfortunately, some state deadlines have already passed – see website for details.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: January 12, 2018

More info: http://www.read.gov/letters/

Letters About Literature

Carson Scholars

Scholars program is open to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities. Applications must be requested by school officials. Applicant must have at least a 3.75 GPA.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: January 12, 2018

More info: http://carsonscholars.org/scholarships/prospective-scholars/

PROSPECTIVE SCHOLARS

Junior Duck Stamp Contest

Contest is open to students in grades K-12 who attend public, private, or home schools in the United States and the U.S. territories. Contestant must draw, paint, or sketch a picture of an eligible North American waterfowl species. Deadline only for South Carolina – other states have later deadlines.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: January 10, 2018

More info: https://www.fws.gov/birds/education/junior-duck-stamp-conservation-program/junior-duck-stamp-contest-information.php

Junior Duck Stamp Contest 

Friday, December 8, 2017

Ron Brown Scholar Program

Scholars program is open to African-American/Black high school seniors who excel academically and demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: January 9, 2018

More info: https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description

Ron Brown Scholarship

Youth Month Poster Contest

Contest is open to California teens between the ages of 14 and 18 years old. Contestant must create a poster highlighting the importance of job safety and health for teens.

Award: Up to $300

Deadline: January 8, 2018

More info: http://youngworkers.org/safe-jobs-month/poster-contest/

Safe Jobs for Youth Month Poster Contest

Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award

Award is open to classical instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers between the ages of 8 and 18 who have not yet entered college during the 2017-2018 academic year. This is the second deadline. Deadline III is March 5, 2018.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: January 8, 2018

More info: https://www.fromthetop.org/apply/scholarship-opportunity-jack-kent-cooke-young-artist-award/

The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award

Countdown to College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to college-bound teens in 9th-12th grades. Students need to sign up for Potential Magazine’s free weekly eNewsletter and they will automatically be entered to win the scholarship.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: January 5, 2018

More info: http://potentialmagazine.com/college-scholarships/countdown-to-college-scholarship-signup

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Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to an act of political courage.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: January 4, 2018

More info: https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx

Profile in Courage Essay Contest

GE – Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to high school seniors who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship at school, at the workplace, and in the community. Applicant must also demonstrate financial need.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: January 4, 2018

More info: https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/

GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Smart Alec Scholarship

Scholarship is open to current high school students who are at least 15 years of age and are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit an essay on who inspires them.

Award: $2,000

Deadline: January 1, 2018

More info: https://smartalec.com/scholarship

The Smart Alec Scholarship

MIT THINK Scholars Program

Applicant must be a current high school student at a school in the United States. Applicant must submit a project proposal on a science, technology or engineering idea.

Award: $1,000 budget, chance to win $500 scholarship, mentorship, and a trip to MIT

Deadline: January 1, 2018

More info: http://think.mit.edu/

MIT THINK Scholars Program

Friday, December 1, 2017

AEA Education Gubernatorial Town Hall at Pueblo High School

Photos of the AEA Education Gubernatorial Town Hall at Pueblo High School last night with our Youth Advisory Council/Teen Town Hall Students moderating!





























Thursday, November 30, 2017

Missing in History: Make a Bookmark Celebrating Diverse Figures in History!

School textbooks often leave out the contributions of black Americans and other figures from underrepresented groups. Use DoSomething’s easy guide to print a bookmark (or make your own) celebrating a forgotten figure in history. Put the bookmark in one of your school textbooks, and you can win the scholarship. Unlimited entries!

Award: $5,000

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: https://www.dosomething.org/us/campaigns/missing-history/pages/scholarships

Missing in History: Make a Bookmark Celebrating Diverse Figures in History!

George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest

Scholarship is open to students who are United States citizens or legal aliens who attend a public, parochial, or private high school (including accredited home schools). Applicant must submit an essay related to the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the United States Constitution. Student should contact their state SAR chapter for specific deadline.

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: December 31, 2017 (dates vary by state)

More info: https://www.sar.org/education/youth-contests-awards/george-s-stella-m-knight-essay-contest

George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest

G2 Overachievers Student Grant

Student grant is open to exceptional young scholars aged 13 to 19 in middle school or high school who are making a difference in others’ lives outside of the classroom.

Award: $12,500

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: http://g2overachievers.com/enter/

G2 Overachievers Student Grant

Free Speech Essay Contest

Contest is open to juniors and seniors in U.S. high schools, including home-schooled students, as well as U.S. citizens attending schools overseas. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to free speech.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: https://www.thefire.org/student-network/essay-contest/

C.I.P. Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students age 17 years or older who plan to start a program of higher education within the next 12 months or who are currently enrolled in a program of higher education. Applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. Applicant must submit a short online application.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: http://www.collegeispower.com/scholarship.cfm

C.I.P. Scholarship

Because College is Expensive Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school students, adults looking to head back to school, current college students, and anyone looking to attend college or graduate school within 12 months. Applicant must submit a short form.

Award: $500

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: http://cedaredlending.com/scholarship/

Because College is Expensive Scholarship

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Bestmattressreviews.Com Sleep Scholarship

BestMattressReviews.com value education highly and want to give back to the community at large. They are also passionate about promoting sleep awareness and created this scholarship to both help further that cause and to help students pay for the increasing costs of higher education. This scholarship is intended to be used for tuition during the 2018-19 school year. Applicants must be current high school seniors attending school in the United States OR current college students already studying at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.

Award: $1000

Deadline: May 19, 2018

More info: https://www.bestmattressreviews.com/sleep-scholarship

Bestmattressreviews.Com Sleep Scholarship

Autism Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who have autism. Applicant must submit a video or essay on their thoughts on the future of education, as well as two letters of recommendation.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: December 31, 2017

More info: https://percymartinezlaw.com/autism-scholarship/

AUTISM SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program

Scholarship is open to U.S. students who are currently involved in high school sports, intramural sports, or community-based sports. Applicant must be entering college in fall 2018 as a freshman at a four-year school for an undergraduate degree.

Award: $20,000

Deadline: December 15, 2017

More info: https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/

Foot Locker SCHOLAR Athletes Program

Burger King Scholars Program

Program is open to graduating high school seniors who live in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico. Applicant must have a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5 and plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2018-19 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school.

Award: Up to $50,000

Deadline: December 15, 2017

More info: https://bkmclamorefoundation.org/who-we-are/programs/burger-king-scholars-program/

BURGER KING SCHOLARS

B2B Sales & Marketing Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school and college students worldwide who have an interest in sales and marketing. Studying in the fields of Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Communications, or IT are recommended but not required. Applicant must create a video sharing why they should win the scholarship.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 15, 2017

More info: https://www.leadroster.com/?scholarship

B2B Sales & Marketing Scholarship

AXA Achievement Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted.

Award: Up to $25,000

Deadline: December 15, 2017

More info: https://us.axa.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html

AXA Achievementsm Scholarship

Angela Award

Award is open to female students in grades 5-8 who are residents of the United States, US Territories, or Canada. Applicant must have a strong passion for STEM.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 15, 2017

More info: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx#angela

Angela Award

Letters About Literature Competition

Competition is open to students in grades four through 12. Applicant must select a fiction or nonfiction book, poem or play and write a personal letter to the author on how the author’s work changed the applicant or their view of the world.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: December 9, 2017

More info: http://www.read.gov/letters/

Student Loan Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students who are a borrower of a federal student loan.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://myscholly.com/student-loan-scholarship/

Student Loan Scholarship

SMART Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students pursing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM). Applicant must be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom at time of application and must be willing to accept post-graduate employment with the DoD.

Award: Up to $38,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://smart.asee.org/

SMART Scholarship

Monday, November 27, 2017

Bay Alarm Medical 2018 Scholarship Program

Applicant must be involved in a community service effort/volunteer opportunity where you work with the elderly OR participate in caregiving duties for an elderly relative living in your home.

Award: $1000-$3500

Deadline: March 31, 2018

More info: https://www.bayalarmmedical.com/scholarship/

Bay Alarm Medical 2018 Scholarship Program

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Key to Employment 2018 event!

Coming up soon is our annual Key to Employment event! If you are interested in attending as a high school student, industry professional or academic representative please contact the Metropolitan Education Commission at (520) 670-0055 or metcom@theriver.com.


Friday, November 17, 2017

No Bull Sports Scholarship

Scholarship is open to a deserving female athletes who are high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://nobullsports.org/scholarships

National Space Club Keynote Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors, college undergraduate students, and graduate students with plans to pursue a career in the science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) fields. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Award: $10,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://www.spaceclub.org/scholarship/index.html

2018 National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship

Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to social media and civil rights.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

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

Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Innovation Scholarship Essay Contest

Scholarship is open to high school juniors and seniors, and students currently enrolled in a two-year or four-year college or university in the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to self-driving cars.

Award: Up to $2,500

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://www.herrmanandherrman.com/scholarship/

INNOVATION SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST

Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards

Award is open to young composers who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States or enrolled students with valid student visas who have not reached their 30th birthday by December 31, 2017.

Award: Varies

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://www.ascap.com/help/career-development/support/young-jazz-guidelines

The Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards Guidelines

Einstein Academic Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to academic achievement.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://www.einsteinmoving.com/scholarship/

The Einstein Academic Scholarship

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Design Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students studying at or can show proof they are enrolled with an accredited school program who are between the ages of 5 and 100 years of age. International students are welcome to apply. Applicant must submit an essay on how product design impacts the world in a positive way.

Award: $2,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://bestreviews.com/scholarship

Design Scholarship

Center for Alcohol Policy Essay Contest

Contest is open to persons over the age of 18 as of December 2017. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to temperance.

Award: Up to $5,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://www.centerforalcoholpolicy.org/essay-contest/

Capital Alliance College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students in the United States. Applicant must submit an essay on what impact the scholarship will have on their education.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

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

Capital Alliance College Scholarship

Bottar Leone Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school graduates who are currently enrolled full-time at an accredited two-year or four-year university or community college in the United States with at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicant must have a documented physical or learning disability (students with ADD/ADHD alone are not eligible) and have demonstrated financial need.

Award: $2,500

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://www.bottarleone.com/physical-learning-scholarship.html

Bookoo Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students attending an accredited college or university. Applicant must submit an application and answer questions related to the applicant’s educational plans.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://www.bookoo.com/scholarships

The $1,000 Bookoo Scholarship


American Indian Nurse Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to American Indian college students enrolled in a nursing or health education program.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://nscda.org/student-resources/scholarship-opportunities/

American Indian Nurse Scholarship Program

Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship for Women Pilots

Scholarships are open to women who are currently enrolled in an aviation or aerospace related degree program.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: https://www.ninety-nines.org/scholarships.htm

The Ninety-Nines, Inc.

AIANTA Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who are American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian descent. Applicant must be working towards a degree or certificate in the hospitality, tourism, recreation, culinary arts or related fields.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/AIANTA-Scholarships-Applications-Open.html?soid=1011217828137&aid=IKTIX2HbfBM

A.E. Robert Friedman PDCA Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who are no more than 26 years of age. Applicant must be nominated by an active PDCA member in good standing. There is no major requirement. Selection will be based on character, financial need, letters of recommendation, and an essay.

Award: Varies

Deadline: December 1, 2017

More info: http://www.pdca.org/page/Scholarship

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Arizona Milk Producers Scholarship

Is Your 'Stache Worth the Cash? Dairy plays such an important role in fueling active minds and bodies. Now, dairy can also help you earn a college scholarship. Simply take a picture of your best milk mustache for the chance to win. Make sure a dairy product (milk, cheese, yogurt) is visible along with your mustache. The contest is open to students who are 17 years of age or older and are (or will be) enrolled in a post-secondary (university, college, or community college) in the state of Arizona for the fall term with at least 12 credit hours. Beginning Aug. 15, visit our website or upload your photo to Instagram, tag @azmilkproducers and use the hashtag #ampscholarshipcontest and tell us what prize you want using #fuel, #fun or #food. Starting Sept. 5, each week through Nov. 21, one weekly finalist will be selected based on their entry and will receive a $100 gift card for either food, fun or fuel, plus a pair of tickets to the Fiesta Bowl game on Saturday, Dec. 31. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

Award: $12,000

Deadline: Nov. 21, 2017

More info: https://www.arizonamilk.org/scholarship

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Young Innovators to Watch Scholarship

Young Innovators to Watch is an initiative of Living in Digital Times in cooperation with partners. The Award provides recognition to individuals or small teams (between the ages of 13 and 20) for developing projects that demonstrate exceptional creativity and innovation in technical or scientific contexts. Award winners may receive in-kind prizes, media promotion, and other benefits through the award. Applications are due November 19th. Winners of the $1,000 scholarship will be notified by December 11th and will also be awarded an all-expense-paid trip for them and one family member to CES in Las Vegas for an awards ceremony. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship providers website.

Award: $1000

Deadline: November 19, 2017

More info: https://younginnovatorstowatch.com/

Young Innovators To Watch logo

Walt Disney Imaginations Design Competition Project Challenge

Imaginations is a design competition created and sponsored by Walt Disney Imagineering with the purpose of seeking out and nurturing the next generation of diverse Imagineers. Started in 1991 by Disney Legend and Imagineering executive Marty Sklar, the program has grown to include a separate version sponsored by Hong Kong Disneyland.

Award: varies

Deadline: Nov. 25, 2017

More info: https://disneyimaginations.com/

Walt Disney Imaginations Design Competition Project Challenge

$1000 Easy College Money Scholarship

No essay required. Applicants simply create a free profile at Cappex.com.

Award: $1000

Deadline: Oct. 31, Nov. 30, 2017

More info: https://www.cappex.com/page/account/quickApply.jsp?scholarshipID=gp&code=HO1038-5-

$1,000 Cappex Easy College Money Scholarship

Soft Surroundings Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in fashion design, merchandising, visual presentation, or fashion marketing. Applicant must submit an essay on who inspired them to pursue this field of study.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.softsurroundings.com/promo/scholarship2017/

Soft Surroundings

Smithsonian.com Photo Contest

Contest is open to individuals worldwide who are at least 18 years of age. Contestant can submit photos in the categories of Natural World, Travel, People, The American Experience, Altered Images, or Mobile.

Award: UP to $2,500

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/photocontest/submission/

PHOTO CONTEST 2017

Sixt Scholars Program

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who have at least a 3.7 GPA. Only the first 500 valid applications will be considered.

Award: $5000

Deadline: Nov. 30, 2017

More info: https://www.sixt.com/sixt-scholars/

Sixt Scholars Program

River Cohen College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students. Applicant must submit an essay on how “philanthropy [can] change the world.”

Award: $1000

Deadline: Nov. 30, 2017

More info: http://rivercohengiving.com/

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Review Your College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 13 years of age or older at the time of application and who are currently enrolled or have previously been enrolled) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning. Applicant must provide a star rating and written review of an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning they are or have attended.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.unigo.com/review-a-college

$1,000 College Review Scholarship

RC State Scholarship

Scholarship is open to undergraduate, postgraduate and high school students who are at least 16 years of age and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to internet marketing.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: http://rcstate.com/scholarship/

RC State

National Corn Growers Association Photo Contest

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.

Award: Up to $500

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: http://fields-of-corn.com/home

Fields of Corn


Luxury Home Stuff Internet Marketing Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who will be pursuing a career that is technology related. Students who are studying in Marketing, Business, IT or Communications or someone who wants to become an entrepreneur are encouraged to apply. Applicant must submit an essay on their online marketing plan for their future online business.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.luxuryhomestuff.com/scholarship/

Luxury Home Stuff Internet Marketing Scholarship

Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program

Scholarship is open to full-time high school seniors currently enrolled at a high school in a community serviced or approved by Comcast. Applicant must have a GPA of at least 2.8 and student must demonstrate leadership in school activities or work experiences. Program is a nomination-based award, and only one student per school may be nominated by their principal or guidance counselor.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: http://corporate.comcast.com/news-information/news-feed/recognizing-the-best-and-brightest-nationwide

Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program

Karen Hanson Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship is open to female students planning to or current students, pursuing studies in Literature, either at the undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate level. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to literature.

Award: $350

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.virtuousprom.com/scholarships/

Virtuous Prom Scholarships



How to Read a Poem Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college freshman and sophomores who are U.S. citizens. Applicant must submit four original poems.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: http://howtoreadapoem.com/1000-scholarship/

How to Read a Poem

$1,000 Scholarship


Fueloyal Trucking Industry Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors and undergraduate students. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to the trucking industry.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.fueloyal.com/scholarship/

Fueloyal Trucking Industry Scholarship

Monday, October 23, 2017

44th Annual Tucson College Night! Tues., OCT 24!!!

44th Annual Tucson College Night! Tuesday! This event is sponsored by the Tucson Unified School District. Over 200 college representatives from all over the United States will be present to talk to students and parents, answer questions and hand out materials. When: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S Church Ave.

Here: http://tusd1.schooldesk.net/Departments/Counseling/CollegeNight/tabid/78983/Default.aspx


College Night logo #MyCollegeChoice

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Education Matters Scholarship

Scholarship is open to students 13 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 no later than the fall of 2023) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Applicant will need to submit a short response to a given prompt.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship

Education Matters Scholarship

Dogbabe Scholarship

Scholarship is open graduating high school seniors and college freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are pet lovers. Applicant must submit an essay on their life with their dog.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

More info: http://dogbabe.com/college-scholarship/

Win a $1000 Dogbabe Scholarship

AED Superstore $1,000 College Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled college students. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 30, 2017

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

AED Superstore College Scholarship Opportunity

Professional Development Workshop: SCHOOL FINANCE 101

Professional Development Workshop: SCHOOL FINANCE 101. You'll learn about school funding, taxes, challenges, and misconceptions. When: Thursday, November 16, 2017. 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Where: Pima County School Superintendent's Office, 200 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701. Cost: FREE! Register: http://pimaregionalsupport.org/event-2693992


Tuesday, October 17, 2017

College Knowledge for Counselors - Jan. 23, 2018


Beliz Law Firm Scholarship

Scholarship is open to high school seniors accepted to university, college, or trade school, and students currently enrolled in a university, college, or trade school. Applicant must create a video on bicycle safety.

Award: $500

Deadline: November 28, 2017

More info: https://www.belizlaw.com/community/scholarship/

The Beliz Law Firm Scholarship

Chief Manuelito Scholarship for High School Students

Scholarship is open to high achieving high school graduates and undergraduate Navajo students. Students seeking an Associates of Applied Science (AAS) or Certificate are ineligible.

Award: $7,000

Deadline: November 25, 2017

More info: http://www.onnsfa.org/FundingTypes/ChiefManuelito.aspx

Office of Navajo Nation Scholarship & Financial Assistance

Chick and Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest Scholarships

Scholarship competition is open to graduating high school seniors. Applicant must participate in a duck calling contest in Stuttgart, Arkansas to be considered for the award.

Award: Up to $2,000

Deadline: November 24, 2017

More info: http://www.stuttgartarkansas.org/duck-festival/scholarship_contest.aspx

Chick and Sophie Major Memorial Duck Calling Contest


Start Standing Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students. Applicant must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to health and being active.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 15, 2017

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

Start Standing Scholarship


Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS)

Talent search is open to any student who is enrolled in and attending his or her last year of secondary school in the United States or its territories. Applicant must conduct independent science, math or engineering research.

Award: Up to $250,000

Deadline: November 15, 2017

More info: https://student.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts

Regeneron STS

Concerto Competition

Competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2017-2018 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.

Award: Up to $2,500

Deadline: November 15, 2017

More info: http://www.marineband.marines.mil/About/Concerto-Competition/

2018 Concerto Competition for High School Musicians 

CME Beef Industry Scholarship

Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students enrolled at two or four-year institutions for the 2017-2018 school year. Applicant must have demonstrated a commitment to a career in the beef industry through classes, internships or life experiences.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: November 15, 2017

More info: http://www.nationalcattlemensfoundation.org/cmebeefindustryscholarship.aspx

CME Beef Industry Scholarship

Friday, October 13, 2017

David B. Goldberg Scholarship

Scholarship is open to legal residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 16 years of age and currently enrolled at an accredited high school or college. Applicant must be pursuing their own love of music and should submit a short essay and one-minute video of their own content.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: November 14, 2017

More info: https://www.chegg.com/scholarships/david-b-goldberg-5000-music-scholarship-13138/apply

David B. Goldberg $5,000 Music Scholarship

Maryknoll Student Essay Contest

Contest is open to students enrolled in grades 6-12 for the 2017-2018 school year 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 citing examples of violence and telling what actions they are taking or could take to promote peace.

Award: Up to $1,000

Deadline: November 10 2017

More info: https://maryknollsociety.org/publications/essay-contest/

2017 Student Essay Contest

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

Award is open to all young people in grades 5-12 who live in the 50 United States and Washington, D.C., and have conducted a volunteer service activity within the past year.

Award: $5,000

Deadline: November 7, 2017

More info: https://spirit.prudential.com/awards/how-to-apply

2018 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

#BECAUSEILOVEYOU Scholarship Slam

Scholarship is open to students 25 years or younger who are current or former high school students and who attend or is attending college within the U.S. or its territories. Applicant must submit an original poem on what “healthy relationship” means to them.

Award: $1,000

Deadline: November 7, 2017

More info: http://powerpoetry.org/poetry-slams/becauseiloveyou-scholarship-slam

NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC)

Scholarship is open to U.S. high school and college women with an interest in computing and technology. College students must attend an NCWIT Academic Alliance institution and majoring or minoring in computing.

Award: Varies

Deadline: November 6, 2017

More info: https://www.aspirations.org/participate/high-school

NCWIT Aspirations