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Behavioral science examines human behavior and the factors that influence it, including social, cultural, psychological, and biological factors. As a behavioral science student, you’ll study theory, research methods, and practical applications of the field. You’ll also study topics such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, personality theory, developmental psychology, and neuroscience.
If you are a current or prospective behavioral science student you are probably looking for funding opportunities. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top behavioral science scholarships available to students. Keep on reading to learn more about the best opportunities out there.
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Offered by Scholarships360
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ExclusiveThe Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More
The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More
The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less
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Offered by Sallie Mae
Easy ApplicationOffered by Sallie Mae
Easy ApplicationSallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…
Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…
Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.
Offered by GeneTex
Offered by GeneTex
Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship!…Show More
Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship!…Show More
Are you a STEM major in college or university looking for help to pay off your degree? If so, consider applying for the GeneTex Scholarship! The scholarship is open to all STEM majors enrolled at an accredited postsecondary institution in good academic standing, including international students. Offered by GeneTex, the scholarship supports young scientists pursuing a postsecondary education to increase scientific advancement and future discoveries. GeneTex is a Texas-based life science, biotechnology company that develops and sells research reagents in the biomedical field. The GeneTex scholarship awards one student $2,000 biannually for use toward their education or other expenses. Typically, the deadlines for each year will fall in July and December or January of each year. If you are a STEM major looking for some help with tuition and fees, we encourage you to apply!Show Less
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Offered by The College Board
Easy ApplicationOffered by The College Board
Easy ApplicationCreate a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!
Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!
Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!
Offered by Michael Moody
Offered by Michael Moody
Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented…Show More
Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented…Show More
Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented field? You might consider applying for the Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,500 to one such student who has demonstrated outstanding achievements both in and out of school. In order to apply, you must answer a series of three essay questions and complete the online application. If selected as a finalist, you will also be asked to send in your transcript and one letter of recommendation. If you’d like some financial help on your journey to improve others’ health, we encourage you to apply!Show Less
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Offered by Niche
Easy ApplicationOffered by Niche
Easy ApplicationEasy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!
Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!
Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!
Offered by SBB Research Group
Offered by SBB Research Group
Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The…Show More
Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The…Show More
Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The scholarship is awarded monthly, with 12 winners being selected throughout the year. The best part about this scholarship is the work to reward ratio. By simply submitting a short 500-word essay, you could win $2,500 from the SBB Research Group. If you fit the scholarship criteria, we encourage you to submit your essay and apply today!Show Less
Offered by The Whelan Foundation
Offered by The Whelan Foundation
The Whelan Foundation Scholarship Program is open to graduating high school seniors from Long Island who are enrolling as a full-time student at an accredited…Show More
The Whelan Foundation Scholarship Program is open to graduating high school seniors from Long Island who are enrolling as a full-time student at an accredited…Show More
The Whelan Foundation Scholarship Program is open to graduating high school seniors from Long Island who are enrolling as a full-time student at an accredited college/university in the United States, or continuing education to pursue a degree in the field of special education, occupational therapy, speech pathology, or other behavioral-focused majors. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need, have a minimum 3.5 GPA, and have completed at least 80 hours of volunteer work in the area of special education during high school. If you're a college-bound high school senior from Long Island with a passion for education or behavioral science, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less
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Offered by Bold.org
Easy ApplicationOffered by Bold.org
Easy ApplicationOpen to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.
Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.
Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.
Offered by CBQ Method
Offered by CBQ Method
Are you a college student or psychologist with an interest in the psychology of habits/addictions, and the cessation of them? If so, consider applying for…Show More
Are you a college student or psychologist with an interest in the psychology of habits/addictions, and the cessation of them? If so, consider applying for…Show More
Are you a college student or psychologist with an interest in the psychology of habits/addictions, and the cessation of them? If so, consider applying for the CBQ Method Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $3,000 to multiple applicants who "demonstrate a research commitment to smoking cessation, the psychology of habits or the cessation of other addictions." This can be demonstrated by any of the following: majoring in Psychology or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, conducting/partaking in research related to smoking cessation while in college or a doctoral program, or being involved in fundraising or nonprofit organizations. To apply, interested students must submit a 2,000-word essay "outlining their plan for helping advance the quit smoking research" and a link or formal reference to their research project. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less
Offered by Fontana Transport, Inc.
Offered by Fontana Transport, Inc.
The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education…Show More
The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education…Show More
The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education degree. Each year, the Fontana Transport, Inc. Scholars Program awards up to $5,000 to multiple underrepresented, high school seniors who will be first-generation college students and want to help their families and communities. For 2024, the program hopes to support students pursuing a degree in any of the following fields: Transportation Management, math, science, engineering, architecture, environmental design, pre-med, psychology, and/or the Spanish Language and Literature. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less
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Offered by CollegeXpress
Easy ApplicationOffered by CollegeXpress
Easy ApplicationAnnual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
Offered by Davidson Institute
Offered by Davidson Institute
Are you a K-12 student who has created a significant piece of work in the field of STEM, literature, music, or philosophy? The Davidson Institute…Show More
Are you a K-12 student who has created a significant piece of work in the field of STEM, literature, music, or philosophy? The Davidson Institute…Show More
Are you a K-12 student who has created a significant piece of work in the field of STEM, literature, music, or philosophy? The Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship may be a good fit for you! The Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship is a life-changing $50,000 scholarship opportunity for any student in the United States who is under 18. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of significant work. This means any work or accomplishment that experts in the field recognize as meaningful and has the potential to make a positive contribution to society. This typically comes in the form of a project completed by the student(s). That’s right, student(s)! You can apply to the Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship in a group of two! There are also multiple scholarship categories you can choose to apply within, including Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy, and Outside of the Box. Show Less
Offered by FHE Health
Offered by FHE Health
Introducing the FHE Health "Hope for Healing" Scholarship, a great opportunity for those seeking to become behavioral health professionals. FHE Health annually offers two $5,000…Show More
Introducing the FHE Health "Hope for Healing" Scholarship, a great opportunity for those seeking to become behavioral health professionals. FHE Health annually offers two $5,000…Show More
Introducing the FHE Health "Hope for Healing" Scholarship, a great opportunity for those seeking to become behavioral health professionals. FHE Health annually offers two $5,000 scholarships to encourage America's best and brightest students to pursue a rewarding career in addiction and mental health treatment. One scholarship is awarded to college-level applicants, and the other is for graduate-level applicants. To qualify, applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be enrolled in a four-year degree program or show proof of acceptance to an institution that offers four-year degrees. Academic focus in mental and behavioral health or psychiatric nursing is required. Applications will be reviewed for performance, quality of essay, and potential for positive impact on the field of mental and behavioral health. Veterans, minorities, and people with disabilities who meet the above requirements are also encouraged to apply.Show Less
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Offered by Appily
Easy ApplicationOffered by Appily
Easy ApplicationThis easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More
This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More
This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less
Offered by KPMG
Offered by KPMG
Are you an academically exceptional female student who plans to attend a college or university and study Business or STEM? The KPMG Future Leaders Program…Show More
Are you an academically exceptional female student who plans to attend a college or university and study Business or STEM? The KPMG Future Leaders Program…Show More
Are you an academically exceptional female student who plans to attend a college or university and study Business or STEM? The KPMG Future Leaders Program may then be a good scholarship opportunity for you. The KPMG Future Leaders Program annually awards $10,000 scholarships to 22 female high school seniors with a proven track record of academic excellence. The scholarships are renewable for up to four years, totaling $40,000 over the course of one’s undergraduate career. In addition to the monetary award, winners will also take part in a leadership development retreat, mentorship, and an introduction to the sport of golf. Applicants should be planning to attend a four-year college to study Business or STEM and exhibit strong financial need. The program is funded by proceeds from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship and KPMG Women’s Leadership Summit. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to apply for the KPMG Future Leaders Program! Show Less
Offered by The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation
Offered by The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation
Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship!…Show More
Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship!…Show More
Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship! The scholarship is open to nominated applicants who are college sophomores or juniors studying and conducting research in a STEM field. The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation offers scholarships to STEM students across the country to help ensure that the U.S. is producing enough "highly-qualified professionals" in these critical fields. This particular scholarship serves as a memorial for Barry Goldwater, a former air force officer and senator for 30 years. Recipients of the scholarship receive up to $7,500 to help pay for tuition, fees, books, and room and board. If you are a STEM major passionate about a future research career, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from the first Tuesday in September to the last Friday in January, every year.Show Less
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Offered by Christian Connector
Easy ApplicationOffered by Christian Connector
Easy ApplicationStudents applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…
Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…
Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.
Offered by International Society for Human Ethology
Offered by International Society for Human Ethology
The Owen F. Aldis Scholarship Fund was established to nurture excellence in human ethology by supporting graduate students who are undertaking empirical research in human…Show More
The Owen F. Aldis Scholarship Fund was established to nurture excellence in human ethology by supporting graduate students who are undertaking empirical research in human…Show More
The Owen F. Aldis Scholarship Fund was established to nurture excellence in human ethology by supporting graduate students who are undertaking empirical research in human behavior, drawing on the repertoire of methods developed in biology and the human behavioral sciences. Awards in made in amounts of up to $8,000 to help winners pay for documented, legitimate research costs, such as equipment, supplies, and computer software. Recipients will also receive full membership in ISHE for three (3) years. If you're a graduate student passionate about researching human behavior, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less
Offered by Cards Against Humanity
Offered by Cards Against Humanity
The Science Ambassador Scholarship is funded by Cards Against Humanity, an adult party card game company that supports charity efforts with its profits. Every year,…Show More
The Science Ambassador Scholarship is funded by Cards Against Humanity, an adult party card game company that supports charity efforts with its profits. Every year,…Show More
The Science Ambassador Scholarship is funded by Cards Against Humanity, an adult party card game company that supports charity efforts with its profits. Every year, their Science Ambassador Scholarship awards full tuition to one female high school senior or undergraduate student who submits a three-minute educational video on a STEM topic they're passionate about. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.Show Less
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