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

Are you a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student with a passion for reading, writing, and Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand? If so, we may just have the perfect opportunity for you: the Ayn Rand Institute Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest! Each 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 novel Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand. Nine prizes of varying amounts are awarded each year, with a grand prize of $25,000! If you’re familiar with Atlas Shrugged, can make a convincing argument, and want to make some cash, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in studying abroad? If so, consider applying for the Boren Awards! The Boren Awards are open to postsecondary U.S. students interested in studying abroad in world regions critical to U.S. interests. While the Boren Scholarships are open to undergraduate students, the Boren Fellowships are open to graduate students. The Awards are named after David L. Boren, who felt that “the U.S. would work more and more through partnerships with other countries whose needs and perspectives needed to be more fully understood.” Today, the scholarship awards up to $25,000 to Boren Scholars and up to $30,000 to Boren Fellows. Depending on the program duration, focus on language in the preferred country, and field of study of the applicant, the funds and requirements will vary. Thus, we recommend checking out the website for more detailed information. If you are a postsecondary student passionate about studying in world regions critical to U.S. interests, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the deadlines slightly differ for undergraduate and graduate students. Thus, we recommend checking the deadline before starting your application.Show Less

Are you a rising junior majoring in a STEM field at a Minority Serving Institution? These include Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, Alaskan-Native Serving Institutions, and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions. If you are, consider applying for the José E. Serrano Educational Partnership Program with Minority Serving Institutions! Recipients of the award are selected to partake in two internships during the summers of their junior and senior years, all-expenses-paid. In total, the amount awarded totals around $45,000, including costs for travel, conferences, allowances, and more. The scholarship is offered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), an organization with a mission “to better understand our natural world and help protect its precious resources.” If you’re a STEM, sophomore student at a Minority Serving Institution, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from September 1 to January 31st every year.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

Are you an American looking to undertake an innovative and transformational Masters, Ph.D., or Postdoctoral study and research program in Australia in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Health, Medicine, Journalism, or Sustainability? If so, the American Australian Association Graduate Education Fund may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the fund awards up to $40,000 each to 10-15 American graduate students who will be conducting Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Health, Medicine, Journalism, or Sustainability-related research in Australia. In addition, a number of Indigenous Graduate scholarships are offered to support Native Americans undertaking study in any disciplinary field in Australia. If either of these sound like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The FSF Case Study Scholarship is open to college sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled in an FSF member school. For more information on how to apply, interested students should reach out to their member school. By applying, students are eligible to win up to $25,000 to go towards their post-secondary educational costs. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less

Are you a Chick-fil-A employee wanting to pursue higher education? If so, consider applying for the Remarkable Futures Scholarships! The scholarship is open to Chick-fil-A team members who want to receive their degrees from any postsecondary institution. These include two- and four-year institutions, online programs, and vocational/technical schools. The scholarship initiative is offered by Chick-Fil-A, one of the largest American fast-food restaurant chains. The scholarship looks to help employees pursue their desired education and help them achieve their long-term goals. The Remarkable Futures Scholarship initiative offers two scholarships: the True Inspiration Scholarship worth $25,000 and the Leadership Scholarship worth up to $2,500. If you are employed by Chick-Fil-A and looking for help funding your postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Daniels Scholarship Program is open to college-bound high school seniors from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming who have earned a minimum SAT Math score of 490 and a minimum Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score of 490 or a minimum ACT score of 18 in each category. Additionally, to be eligible, applicants' parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must have an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $85,000 or less on their most recent tax return on which the applicant is claimed as a dependent. If you're a college-bound student from Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a high schooler in the U.S. who is passionate about democracy and wants to put that feeling into (spoken) words? Further, are you planning on attending a postsecondary institution in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the Voice of Democracy Audio-Essay Contest! Each year, the scholarship awards between $1,000 and $35,000 to multiple applicants who submit a 3-5 minute audio-recorded essay answering the year’s democracy or patriotism-related theme. The scholarship is offered by Veterans of Foreign Wars, an organization dedicated to “serving our veterans, the military, and our communities.” If you believe in serving veterans and want to put both your verbal and written skills to the test, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Post PhD Research Grant offers up to $25,000 to qualified Ph.D. holders and soon-to-be-graduates of any nationality or institutional affiliation who are conducting "vibrant and significant anthropological work that furthers our understanding of what it means to be human." The Foundation particularly welcomes proposals that integrate two or more subfields and pioneer new approaches and ideas. To apply, interested individuals must submit an abstract for their project, the answers to six (6) questions about their project, detailed budgets, and a bibliography for their project. Bear in mind that application deadlines are May 1 (for project start dates between January 1 and June 30 of the following year) and November 1 (for project start dates between July 1 and December 31 of the following year). If you have a Ph.D. or soon will and are looking for help funding your anthropology-related research, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

The Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grants annually offers up to $25,000 to doctoral students looking for help funding anthropological research projects. Applicants should be conducting “vibrant and significant anthropological work that furthers our understanding of what it means to be human.” To apply, interested individuals must submit an abstract for their project, the answers to six (6) questions about their project, detailed budgets, and a bibliography for their project. Bear in mind that application deadlines are May 1 (for project start dates between January 1 and June 30 of the following year) and November 1 (for project start dates between July 1 and December 31 of the following year). If you're a doctoral student looking for help funding your anthropology-related research, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Keep on reading to learn more! Show Less

Are you a female graduate student pursuing full-time study to complete dissertations? If so, the American Dissertation Fellowship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the Fellowship awards between $25,000 each to multiple female graduate students who are pursuing full-time study to complete dissertations. The American Dissertation Fellowship's purpose is to offset a scholar’s living expenses while they complete their dissertation. Fellows must use the award for the final year of writing their dissertation. If you fit one of these criteria, we encourage you to apply! Good luck with your studies, and keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a woman studying abroad to pursue a graduate or postdoctoral degree in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the AAUW's International Fellowships! The fellowship is open to women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the U.S. who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants should also intend to return to their home country after graduation to pursue a career and make a positive impact in their chosen field. This program is offered by the American Association of University Women, a non-profit organization that supports women through advocacy, education, and research. Since Marion Talbot founded it in 1880, AAUW has focused on breaking down barriers, equity, and trailblazing for women. If you want to be part of AAUW's impressive history and study abroad in the U.S., we encourage you to apply to AAUW's International Fellowships! Winning applicants can earn up to $50,000 to cover educational expenses, living expenses, childcare, and travel. Show Less