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

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 are willing to work one to two 90-day sessions at the CIA before graduating. In addition, scholarship recipients must commit to working at the CIA for a period of 1.5 years for each year 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

Are you an African-American woman and college underclassman interested in a career in nursing? If so, you may be eligible for the Sharon L. Gess Memorial Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $30,000 to an eligible African-American, female college underclassman who is majoring in nursing at a two- or four-year college or university. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible. The scholarship was established in honor of Sharon L. Gess, a dedicated nurse who was beloved by her peers and who served as the nursing director for a number of years at EAMC. If you're an African-American female passionate about pursuing a career in nursing, 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. 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

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)! 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 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

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 "Fulbright University of Birmingham Distinguished Scholar Award" enables a prominent U.S. professor in any discipline to be based at the University of Birmingham, with access to all the University's research collections, and provides an opportunity for them to undertake research and build links in the UK. The University of Birmingham has a long tradition of forging purposeful, innovative, and collaborative research connections across the world but particularly with the United States. The selected Distinguished Scholar should contribute to the intellectual life of the host university through seminars, public lectures, and curriculum development. The award is open to U.S. academics from a broad range of disciplinary backgrounds with the capacity to steer and contribute to research and teaching activities. If you're a distinguished U.S. professor wanting to teach and establish connections at the University of Birmingham, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more information.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 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 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 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

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