Top Scholarships from $25,000 to $50,000

Are you a high school student with a passion for literature and politics? You might consider applying for the Ayn Rand Institute Novel Essay Contest (Fountainhead)! Four times per year, the contest asks its applicants to write an 800 - 1,600 word essay in which they analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point of The Fountainhead. Nine prizes of varying amounts are awarded each year, with a grand prize of $25,000! If you’ve read The Fountainhead, can make a convincing argument, and want to make some cash, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Stokes Scholarship Programs are funded by the Central Intelligence Agency, a U.S. government agency that provides objective intelligence on foreign countries and global issues to the president, the National Security Council, and other policymakers to help them make national security decisions. Every year, their Stokes Scholarship Program awards up to $25,000 to multiple postsecondary students who (1) can commit to working at the CIA for a period of 1.5 years for each year they receive the scholarship and (2) are willing to work a full-time schedule (40 hours/week) for a minimum of 12 weeks each summer in the WMA until graduation and onboard as an officer. Chosen Stokes scholars should also maintain a competitive GPA (>3.0) for the entirety of the time they receive the scholarship. If you're an undergraduate or graduate student wanting to work at the Central Intelligence Agency, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Lenfest Scholarship is available to students from Adams, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Huntingdon, Lancaster, Montgomery, or York counties in Pennsylvania. Lenfest Scholars receive academic, career, and life support as part of the scholarship. Applicants who are in their junior year of high school at one of the approved schools in the specified counties are welcome to apply.Show Less

Are you a college-bound high school senior from Massachusetts with plans to attend a four-year university and receive a bachelor's degree? Further, have you been engaged in a quality mentoring relationship that has been in existence for at least one year (not with a parent or legal guardian)? If so, the ALKU Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $30,000 to one (1) Massachusetts high school senior who plans to go to college, has a long-term mentor, and who holds a minimum 2.75 GPA. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit a 100-200-word personal statement, as well as a letter of recommendation from their mentor and a photo with their mentor. The scholarship may be received for up to four years, awarding $7,500 per year, so long as recipients continue to meet the GPA requirements. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Lonsdale Magaro Build Scholarship is an incredibly generous scholarship offered to the most academically impressive and promising students enrolling at the University of Austin. Each year, the scholarship awards $25,000 per academic year to incoming University of Austin students with top standardized test scores. To qualify, applicants must have a minimum 1500 SAT score, a minimum 34 ACT score, or a minimum 108 CLT score. Applicants should also, ideally, be strong in STEM, solve real-world problems, and want to "make a big impact on America's future." In addition to the monetary reward, selected recipients will receive personal mentorship from esteemed entrepreneurs and investors, including Joe Lonsdale and Alex Magaro. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit their standardized test scores and a ~1,000-word essay answering the prompt: "What do you hope to build with your University of Austin education, and how will it strengthen the United States of America? Share with us a project design that falls within one of the following categories: (i) STEM, (ii) public policy and civil society, or (iii) arts and media." Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Have you worked hard in high school and will be attending Siena College in the upcoming academic year? If so, you may be in luck! Every year, Siena College automatically grants incoming freshmen an academic merit scholarship upon admission to the college. Among these is the most prestigious of them all, the Presidential Scholarship, which offers between $25,000 and $27,000 to students with a solid academic record (3.5+ GPA) and a long history of involvement in their community or school. Those with higher GPAs will be eligible for higher scholarship amounts. Students with a high school GPA between 3.5 and 3.6, between 3.7 and 3.9, and at 4.0 or above, will receive $25,000, $26,000, and $27,000, respectively. While standardized test scores are optional, those who choose to submit must have an SAT score above 1160 or an ACT score above 25 to qualify for the Presidential Scholarship. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a first-year MBA student seeking a summer internship at Goldman Sachs? You might consider applying for the Goldman Sachs MBA Fellowship! This program is open to Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, and female students currently enrolled in a Master of Business Administration program. The fellowship is funded by Goldman Sachs themselves and is an excellent opportunity for students interested in investment banking or private wealth management. Fellowship recipients receive a $35,000 award in addition to the Summer Associate salary. Upon successful completion of the summer internship and acceptance of a full-time offer, fellowship recipients will be awarded an additional $40,000. If you’re a first-year MBA student looking to get your foot in the door at a multinational investment bank like Goldman Sachs, consider applying!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

Are you a high school student passionate about the U.S. Constitution? If so, you may be interested in the American Legion Oratorical Contest! The contest is open to high school students age 20 or younger who write and recite a speech related to the U.S. Constitution.  The American Legion created the contest to encourage appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students and invite a deeper understanding of it. Participating students will first partake in the contest at the post level, with those making it past moving to the state competition. Those making it past the first round of the state level will earn at least $2,000, and the winner of the national competition will make $25,000. If you are passionate about the U.S. Constitution and want to enter a speech contest to earn money for college, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that each state has its own deadline, so we recommend checking your state's American Legion website before applying.Show Less

Are you an 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grader with a passion for writing and politics? Consider applying for the Ayn Rand Institute Novel Essay Contest (Anthem)! Each year, the contest asks its applicants to write a 600 - 1,200 word essay in which they analyze and make an argument about an aspect or plot point of the novella Anthem by Ayn Rand. Three prizes of varying amounts are awarded each year, with a grand prize of $25,000! If you’re familiar with Anthem, can make a convincing argument, and want to make some cash, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Shady Canyon Golf Club Scholarship is open to employees of Shady Canyon Golf Club and their dependent children. Students pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or vocational degree are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Hanna Family Foundation Scholarship recognizes graduating seniors from Burgettstown Area High School in Pennsylvania. Students who participate in community service and extracurricular activities are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The New Visions Scholarship is available to graduating high school male seniors who attend a New Vision School located within the 5 boroughs of New York City. Black and/or Latino male students who are seeking a professional certificate, associate, or bachelor's degree are welcome to apply.Show Less

The Wallin Education Mortenson Scholarship Pathway is available to graduating seniors in Minnesota who are seeking an associate degree in construction project management or architectural drafting and design. Students planning to attend Dunwoody College of Technology who intend to pursue employment with Mortenson upon graduation are welcome to apply. Applicants must also attend a partner high school in Minnesota or be a Dunwoody Pathways to Careers participant. Special consideration is given to Pell-eligible applicants and those with significant financial need.Show Less

Are you a high school student interested in making art? If so, consider applying for the Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest! The contest is open to students grades 9-12 who submit a two-dimensional art piece depicting patriotism. This scholarship is offered by VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States) Auxiliary, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing services for veterans and honoring them and their families. They started the contest in 1979 to encourage patriotism in youths and recognize their artistry. Every year, the scholarship offers multiple awards totaling $37,000 to the first-place winners from each state. If you want to make art about patriotism and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Dearborn Ranch Montana Game Wardens Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who are children, biological or adopted, of active Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Game Wardens. Students who are seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The Dearborn Ranch Montana Highway Patrol Scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who are children, biological or adopted, of active Montana Highway Patrol officers. Students who are seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree are encouraged to apply.Show Less

Are you a high schooler from Rhode Island passionate about improving your community and state? If so, consider applying for the Transform Rhode Island Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards between $5,000 and $25,000 each to the ten applicants who submit the best essays, videos, or multi-media presentations addressing the question “If you had a million dollars to improve the lives of those who need it most in Rhode Island, how would you do it?” The scholarship funds can be used for expenses relating to a student’s education at an accredited two-or-four-year college/university or vocational/technical school in the United States of America and/or for other qualifying expenses such as tuition, housing and/or healthcare expenses. If you're a high schooler from Rhode Island wanting to transform your state for the better, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The AGC of Alaska Scholarship offers financial assistance to graduating high school seniors, undergraduates, or graduate students who live in Alaska. Students seeking an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree related to the construction industry are encouraged to apply.Show Less

Are you a resident of Rhode Island who will be entering law school in the upcoming fall semester? If so, consider applying for the Thomas F. Black, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program! Each year, the scholarship awards $25,000 each to two incoming law school students who are residing in Rhode Island. This scholarship was established in 1989 in honor of the late Thomas F. Black, Jr., an impressive lawyer and banker with notable participation in civic and charitable causes. If you’re from Rhode Island, are passionate about becoming a lawyer, and are looking for some help to pay off your law school costs, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an exceptional and motivated college junior who hopes to complete a graduate degree in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences? If so, consider applying for the Beinecke Scholarship Program! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to chosen scholars immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. The scholarship was established to honor Edwin, Frederick, and Walter Beinecke, the board of Directors of The Sperry and Hutchinson Company, who believed in the importance of corporate philanthropy. If you’re passionate about completing a graduate degree in the arts or social sciences and are looking for some help to fund your graduate study, we encourage you to apply! P.S.: Interested students should bear in mind that participating institutions will have internal deadlines linked to their nominating process that will fall earlier than February. We recommend contacting your campus liaison for more information.Show Less

The ASPCA Veterinary Scholarship Program is a national scholarship initiative supporting veterinary and veterinary technician students who are committed to pursuing careers in the animal welfare field and mission-driven organizations supporting animals. Through meaningful financial assistance and long-term engagement with the ASPCA, the program aims to strengthen the veterinary workforce in shelters and nonprofit settings, expand access to veterinary care, and cultivate a community of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of animals. Show Less

The Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is a two-year leadership development and scholarship program. Through a transformational combination of barrier-reducing financial aid, an immersive work-travel experience, and a robust network of leaders and mentors, the Voyager Scholarship is designed to inspire, empower, and connect the next generation of leaders and equip them with the tools and resources they need to launch their careers in public service. The program identifies students in their second year of undergraduate studies who will be starting their third year in the Fall. Over the course of two years, programming will facilitate opportunities for students to refine their values-based leadership approach, build bridges across communities, and nurture their sense of curiosity as they deepen their commitment to pursuing public service careers. If this scholarship sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Before you go, don't forget to check out our other public policy & administration scholarships. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to fund your future!Show Less