Top Scholarships from $50,000 to $100,000

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada? If so, consider applying for the Burger King Scholars Program! The scholarship is open to college-bound high school seniors who plan to enroll in college full-time for the upcoming academic year. Awards worth between $1,000 and $60,000 will be granted to help winning students pay for college costs. If you’re passionate about your postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the Burger King Scholars Program typically accepts applications starting from mid-October until mid-December or until 30,000 applications are received, whichever comes first.Show Less

Are you a high-achieving high school senior who will need financial help to attend the college(s) of your dreams? If so, consider applying for the Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship! This prestigious scholarship offers winning applicants up to $55,000 per year. In addition to monetary awards, winners receive college planning support, advising, and networking opportunities. The scholarship is funded by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting promising students who have financial need. Since 2000, the foundation has awarded more than $222 million in scholarships. The Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship typically accepts applications from August until mid-November, each year. If you’re an academically excellent high school senior looking for some financial help to attend college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans are funded by Paul and Daisy Soros, Hungarian immigrants and American philanthropists who established the program to "give back to the country that had afforded their family such great opportunities."  Through this scholarship, they hope to continue helping generations of able and accomplished New Americans achieve leadership in their chosen fields and partake of the American dream. Each year, their Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans award up to $90,000 to multiple students under 30 years of age who are applying to graduate or professional school and are immigrants or the children of immigrants. The application deadline falls at the end of October. The selection criteria focuses on accomplishments that show creativity, originality, and initiative. The scholarship is open to college seniors, students applying to graduate school, and those who are in the early stages of graduate school. All applicants must be younger than 31 and planning to be enrolled full-time in an accredited graduate program in the upcoming academic year to qualify. Eligible New Americans include green card holders, naturalized citizens, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) recipients, individuals born abroad who graduated from both high school and college in the US, and the US-born children of two immigrants. Full eligibility requirements can be found here.Show Less

Are you a student between the ages of 4 and 18 interested in helping solve world problems? If so, consider entering the Paradigm Challenge! The competition is open to students aged 4 to 18 from all over the world who create a project that helps solve a real-world issue. Students are encouraged to work in groups and submit their projects in almost any form they would like. Possible topics to address include home fires, waste reduction, personal health, food security, and biodiversity. Project Paradigm is the organization that has hosted the contest since 2015. It started with the belief that the youth have a natural ability for innovation. Since then, the Paradigm Challenge has supported participants whose creative projects encourage global change. The top 100 entries win between $200 and $100,000 per team, in addition to an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the award ceremony in Los Angeles, California. If you are passionate about creating a project to help tackle global challenges, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school senior from Arlington County, Fairfax County, or Alexandria City in Virginia? Are you also a first-generation college student? If so, then you may be eligible for the Akerson Family Foundation Scholarship!  This scholarship is worth up to $50,000 over four years (distributed in $12,500 payments per academic year) and is available to public high school seniors from Arlington County, Alexandria City, or Fairfax County who demonstrate strong academic skills, financial need, and community service. Applicants must have a 3.25 GPA, Student Aid Index (SAI) of $25,000 or less, and be a first-generation college student.  To apply, applicants must submit their FAFSA. If you’d like to discover more scholarships that fit your background, there are plenty of other Virginia scholarships and scholarships for first-generation students offered at Scholarships360. Apply now – your future starts today!Show Less

Are you an incoming Sam Houston State "Bearkat" from Texas? If so, you may be in luck! The Smith-Hutson Freshman Scholarship was established to financially support Texas high school graduates who will be attending Sam Houston State University in the upcoming academic year. Incoming Bearkats must also demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, and leadership potential to qualify. The scholarship is a "completer" scholarship, meaning that recipients may earn a maximum of $20,000, after accounting for other scholarship awards received. Thus, if recipients were to earn $5,000 from another scholarship, the Smith-Hutson Freshman Scholarship would grant the remaining $15,000. The scholarship may be renewed for a maximum of eight (8) semesters so long as recipients maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and a minimum of 30 semester credit hours each year. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Then, be sure to check out these other Texas scholarships available on Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Are you a community college student looking to transfer to a four-year college or university? You might consider applying for the Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship! This scholarship is open to high-achieving community college students seeking financial support to earn their bachelor’s degree. The scholarship is funded by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting promising students who have financial need. Since 2000, the foundation has awarded more than $222 million in scholarships. The Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Scholarship typically accepts applications from early October through early January of each year. To see if you qualify, check out the eligibility section below!Show Less

Calling all Las Animas County high school seniors! If you’re seeking financial aid for college, the Mary John Goree Las Animas County Scholarship could be just what you’re looking for! This scholarship, worth up to $62,400, is offered to high school seniors residing in Las Animas County. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and plan to enroll full-time in a fully accredited four-year college in the United States. The best part is that this scholarship is open to students from all fields of study! To apply, applicants must submit two letters of recommendation and their test scores. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to help fund your college education. Plus, remember that Scholarships360 has plenty of other California scholarships available. Happy applying!Show Less

The TD Scholarship for Community Leadership program recognizes Canadian citizens who are in their final year of high school or final year of CEGEP (Quebec). Students demonstrating community leadership and a desire to make the world a better place are encouraged to apply.Show Less

Are you a current college senior or graduate interested in obtaining a master's from Cambridge in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Churchill Scholarship! The scholarship is open to students enrolled at a participating undergraduate institution who will be graduating during the same academic year as the deadline, or who have graduated from a participating institution in the past 12 months. The Winston Churchill Foundation has offered the scholarship since its establishment during the founding of Churchill College, Cambridge. Since its inception, recipients of the scholarship have been awarded $75,000 for one year of study at the University of Cambridge for an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) or MASt (Master of Advanced Study) degree. If you are interested in earning your master's at Cambridge University, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Boettcher Foundation Scholarship is open to graduating Colorado high school seniors who have lived in Colorado for their full junior and senior years of high school, and who will graduate from a Colorado high school. Selection is based on academic achievement and intellectual curiosity, leadership, service, and character. This $20,000 scholarship is renewable for four years and can be used at select four-year Colorado universities and colleges (see below for list). Bear in mind that the scholarship is offered in two models, each of which are used by separate universities: the Cost of Attendance model and the Tuition & Fees model. We recommend checking out the Boetther Foundation's website to learn more about each model and other eligibility requirements.Show Less

Since 2014, the Forman Acton Foundation Scholars Program has offered countless scholarships to outstanding students from the Salem City School District to support their undergraduate college education. In addition to financial assistance for their college expenses, Forman Scholars benefit from mentorship and networking opportunities that help them connect with fellow scholars and staff. Worth an incredible $50,000, this scholarship has the potential to make a huge dent in your tuition bill! To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be current high school juniors residing or attending school in Salem, New Jersey. Applicants must also be enrolled in the Foundation’s Acorn Fund and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. To apply, applicants must submit an academic transcript, two letters of recommendation, and the FAFSA. They must also participate in a minimum of 3 Forman Acton events or initiatives and plan to enroll in college by September 2027 to retain the scholarship for their senior year of high school. If you’re interested in scholarships for New Jersey students, we encourage you to keep exploring opportunities on Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Are you a budding entrepreneur or inventor with a great idea? Further, have you dropped out of or decided not to attend college to pursue your idea? If so, we recommend applying for the Thiel Fellowship! The Fellowship consistently awards $100,000 to applicants who submit the most promising and impressive ideas. The fellowship is founded and funded by Peter Thiel, an entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and political activist who co-founded Paypal amongst other companies. In order to apply for the Thiel Fellowship, you must be under 23 years of age and submit an application regarding your past work and current pursuits. Applications are accepted and awards are distributed on a rolling basis.  With that said, if you have a great idea that you think you won’t be able to carry out while in college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a Black student majoring or intending to major in business at one of the National Black MBA Association's partner institutions? If so, consider applying for some of the many National Black MBA Association Partner Scholarships available! Each year, the National Black MBA Partners offer a multitude of scholarships worth up to $50,000. As many scholarships are available, their deadlines and awards vary. Each is offered by one of the partners of the National Black MBA Association, an organization dedicated to the creation of educational, wealth-building, and growth opportunities for those historically underrepresented throughout their careers as students, entrepreneurs, and professionals. If you’re a Black student majoring or intending to major in business at one of the National Black MBA Association's partner institutions, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Incoming Siena College freshmen, if you've completed the FAFSA - you're in luck! Every year, Siena College offers The Siena Guarantee, a financial aid program that generously "guarantees" at least $57,000 (over the course of four years) to incoming freshmen students. To qualify, students must simply complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and be admitted to Siena College. Upon meeting both those requirements, they will be automatically "guaranteed" The Siena Guarantee scholarship. In addition to the monetary reward, Siena Guarantee recipients will also receive access to a "career-accelerating experience" (including internships, study abroad, and research opportunities), hands-on help from Siena's Signature Support System, and full-ride scholarships for any year of schooling required beyond four years. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a mentored postdoctoral fellow or instructor who is training for a career in blood cancer research and/or treatment? If so, the Career Development Program-Fellow Awards may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the Career Development Program-Fellow Awards provides 3 years of salary support for top-performing postdoctoral fellows and instructors who are preparing to become blood cancer researchers. Applicants should be engaging in basic, clinical, or translational research to help understand and treat hematologic malignancies and relevant premalignant conditions. The maximum award recipients can earn per year is $70,000. The minimum stipend/salary going directly to the awardee is $65,000/year. Fellow awardees may also be eligible for an additional childcare stipend of up to $3,600 per year. If you're a postdoctoral fellow or instructor working to become a blood cancer researcher, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Fulbright Canada and Carleton University have established dedicated research chairs in support of educational programming and research. This opportunity will allow extraordinary American scholars and top-tier applied researchers to spend one academic year as a visiting research scholar working in a targeted area of academic inquiry. Eligible topics of inquiry include the Arts and Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship and/or Social Innovation, Environmental Science, Society, Policy, and Media. Applicants are encouraged to contact their preferred host institution to discuss research interests. Eligible applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal degree, and submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

Are you a Virginia resident who is enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in Virginia? If so, you may be eligible for the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant Program! Each year, the program awards grants to Virginian residents attending select colleges and universities in Virginia (see "Eligibility Information" for the full list of schools). Bear in mind that undergraduate applicants may be pursuing any field of study except those that are religion or theology-related. However, graduate school applicants must be enrolled in a health-related professional program. If you're a Virginian attending an eligible, in-state institution, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program is seeking qualified applicants who are (1) US citizens or nationals, (2) providers in the Medicare, Medicaid, or State Children's Health Insurance Program, and (3) fully trained and licensed to practice in an NHSC-eligible primary care medical, dental, or mental/behavioral health discipline and in the state in which you are applying to serve. Each year, the program annually awards up to $75,000 and $37,500, respectively, to applicants willing to commit to a full-time or half-time two-year service commitment at an NHSC-approved site in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA). Applicants must also have qualified student loan debt. If you meet these requirements and are working at an NHSC-approved site, consider applying for this opportunity to have your student loans repaid. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Although studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) can be notoriously hard, such fields are necessary. By ensuring that the technology used to power the devices, systems, and processes we use every day runs smoothly, STEM ensures the same for our society overall. If you are a Carter County, Tennessee resident planning to study a STEM field in college, the East Tennessee Foundation is offering a scholarship to commend your efforts! Each year, their E.E. Perry Scholarship annually awards $10,000 to multiple Carter County (TN) public high school seniors majoring in science, math (not accounting or business-related), engineering, or pre-med fields of study. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and plan to enroll full-time at an accredited not-for-profit, public, or private college/university in Tennessee. If you’re interested in this scholarship, we encourage you to explore other scholarships for students in Tennessee, STEM scholarships, engineering scholarships, and math scholarships available on Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

The Jack F. and Edith Updyke Harmon Scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Tennessee: Tennessee and West Ridge high schools, in Virginia: Bland, John S Battle, or Virginia high schools. Students who demonstrate financial need and academic strength are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Margaret L. Richey Scholarship recognizes a resident of Delaware who has been accepted into a college or university with plans to initiate a pre-med course of study and attend medical school following graduation. Applicants do not need to attend a Delaware college or university to apply.Show Less

The Almac Scholarship Fund was established to give back to the communities in which Almac employees live and work, namely to the residents of Durham, Orange, Wake, and Chatham Counties in North Carolina. Thus, every year, the Almac Scholarship Fund grants financial support to 1st-year college students with financial need who reside in the above counties and are pursuing 4-year degrees at a North Carolina public college or university. While there is a preference for students pursuing majors or careers in STEM, students pursuing any field of study may apply so long as they meet the other eligibility requirements. Scholarship payments may be used for any "cost of attendance" and are worth $12,500 per year. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three additional years (for a total of $50,000) as long as the student maintains good academic standing (2.5 GPA) and submits semester reports to continue receiving funding. If you’re a first-year college student from Orange, Wake, Durham, or Chatham County in North Carolina, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Felicia Brewer Opportunity Scholarship's purpose is to create a life-transforming opportunity for first-generation or immigrant students who have overcome significant adversity, giving them the opportunity to pursue their dreams and improve their lives through education or training. The Scholarship will be awarded to students who have attended a Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools district high school. The Fund has been created in memory of Felice (Felicia) Berkman Brewer by her father-in-law, Donald Brew. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Winston Foodservice Equipment Grant program will award equipment to one school district in need of improving its school meal kitchen facilities through a competitive grant process. Applicants must be current director-level members of the School Nutrition Association, who have been members of SNA for at least one year (since at least January 1 of last year) and are responsible for directing the school nutrition program of the school district. Applications must represent the entire school district's equipment needs. Applications will be reviewed for demonstrated need, plans to integrate new equipment, and the impact of new equipment on the school nutrition program. If you're an SNA (School Nutrition Association) member whose school district needs a revamping of its school meal kitchen facilities, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Julio Mata Family Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors in Gilroy, California who are of Mexican heritage. Students who are planning to attend a trade school, 2-year, or 4-year college are welcome to applyShow Less