Top 189 Biology Scholarships in June 2026

The Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the United States’ oldest and most prestigious pre-college science competition, providing an important forum for original research that is recognized and reviewed by a national jury of professional scientists. To apply, eligible high school seniors must submit an online application that includes essays, transcripts, recommendations from teachers and mentors, and more, including the submission of an original research paper. Please visit the Regeneron STS website to read the full rules and learn more. Applications open on June 1 of every year and close in November. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a high school senior in the Greater Boston area interested in pursuing a career in life sciences? If so, you would be a great candidate for the Inclusive Futures in Biotech Scholarship! The biotech industry is a community dedicated to advancing the life sciences and medicine. The biotech umbrella includes a variety of careers such as science entrepreneurship, improving the efficiency and efficacy of clinical trials, patent law, drug development, discovering therapeutics, designing medical devices, and much more. Current high school seniors in the Greater Boston area interested in life sciences careers are welcome to apply. No experience in biotech is needed! Scholarship recipients will receive: 1. $500-1000 scholarship 2. Access to a network of MIT and Harvard students also passionate about biotech 3. An invitation to the award dinner to celebrate and introduce the 2026 scholarship recipients If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a female or minority student pursuing a career in STEM? If so, you should consider applying for the Avance Clinical Diversity in STEM Scholarship! Worth $5,000, this scholarship is designed to support women and minority groups pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With a strong focus on the Life Sciences industry, this program provides financial assistance, hands-on industry experience, and international visibility — helping create a more diverse and inclusive future for the life sciences sector. Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or have recently been accepted into a a recognized STEM program. Applicants should demonstrate a passion for STEM and a commitment to fostering diversity within the field. Eligible fields of study include: Life Sciences (Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Pharmacology) Clinical Research and Clinical Sciences Medical Sciences (Medicine, Nursing, Public Health) Data and Technology in Health (Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Biomedical Engineering) Applicants are invited to submit a 300-word essay describing their interest in STEM and how this scholarship will support their career goals. Final selections will be made by Avance Clinical’s Senior Leadership team. In addition to university financial support, scholarship recipients may be offered the opportunity to complete an internship at Avance Clinical, gaining valuable experience within a global clinical research organization.Show Less

Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for biology and STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the challenge awards $250,000 to a 13-18-year-old student who creatively and clearly explains a scientific or mathematical theory, concept, or principle in video form. The videos must be no longer than a minute and 30 seconds long and should be a dynamic visual medium, using diagrams, simulations, physical demonstrations, and more. The scholarship is funded by technology investors and science philanthropists Julia and Yuri Milner. 

If you have a love for biology, STEM, video making, and want to go to college debt-free, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school senior or college undergraduate who identifies as female, resides in the United States, and wishes to pursue a STEM-related field of education? If so, you might consider applying for the Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $10,000 to five applicants who submit the most thoughtful 500-word (or less) essay in response to the following prompt: At Hyundai, we know the success of a company is only equal to the talent of its team. We seek those who persevere, ask, “Why not?” and dare to make a difference. In 500 words or less, tell us how, as a woman in STEM, you’ll redefine convention by doing things differently, more efficiently. We want you to succeed—and hopefully even consider working with us one day. If you’re passionate about STEM and wish to reduce your college debt, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing a STEM-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Nola Cook Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $750 to one current or incoming underrepresented, full-time, undergraduate STEM student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a 500-word essay, current resume, transcript, letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

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

Are you passionate about saving animals from exploitation? If so, consider applying for the Future Without Speciesism Cash Award! The Future Without Speciesism Cash Award is open to college and graduate students who can come up with a game-changing invention that can replace animal use in any aspect of life. The scholarship is funded by People For the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to ending the abusive treatment of animals in business and society and promoting the consideration of animal interests in everyday decision-making, policies, and practices. On a rolling basis, their Future Without Speciesism Cash Award regularly grants between $1,000 and $10,000 to students based on the workability, practicality, and promise of their suggested inventions. If you’re passionate about saving animals from exploitation, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Soil and Water Stewardship Scholarship is open to Illinois high school seniors and current undergraduate students currently majoring in or planning to study a natural resource field such as fish or wildlife biology, conservation education, biology, ecology, forestry, hydrology, soils, and pollution control. To be considered, interested students must have a permanent address in Boone, Cook, Dekalb, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Will, or Winnebago County, and submit a 2-page essay detailing their career goals and aspirations. If you're a current or incoming postsecondary student from one of the Illinois counties mentioned, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more and continue pursuing your passion for the environment.Show Less

The CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to African American and Hispanic high school seniors interested in studying a STEM-related field.

The Chapman Urban Scholars Program is open to seniors graduating from public or charter high schools in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, or Ashtabula Area City Schools in Ohio. Students must be seeking a bachelor's degree in the sciences or social sciences. Special consideration is given to minority students.Show Less

Got a sweet tooth? Or, better yet, an interest in pursuing a career in confectionery technology? If so, look no further! The American Association of Candy Technologists may have the perfect opportunity for you. Each year, their John Kitt Memorial Scholarship awards $2,500 to a college sophomore, junior, or senior with an interest in confectionery technology. Applicants must be attending an accredited four-year university, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be majoring in a food science, chemical science, biological science, or related field. They must also demonstrate interest in confectionery technology via research projects, work experience, formal study, and/or more. If you'd like to be your very own Willy Wonka and pursue a degree in candy-making, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a high school junior or senior in Riverside or San Bernardino County planning to pursue a career in healthcare? If so, you may be a great candidate for the College Pathways Scholarship! IMPORTANT: This scholarship is only for students planning to attend a four-year college or community college. If you're planning to attend a vocational, technical, or certification program, please apply for the Technical Education Pathways Scholarship instead. This scholarship provides recognition and financial support to graduating juniors and seniors currently attending Riverside or San Bernardino County high schools who want to pursue a career in any healthcare profession within Southern California. Scholarships can only be awarded a maximum of once per applicant. Funds can be used for college application fees, supplies, or costs related to the study of their chosen field. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the requirements below: Must be a resident of Riverside or San Bernardino County and be enrolled in a Riverside or San Bernardino County High School Must be enrolled in or currently applying for admittance to a Southern California healthcare degree program Must submit two (2) 500 word minimum essays Essay Prompt #1 Evaluation Guide Essay Prompt #2 Evaluation Guide Must submit two (2) recommendation forms Must have a weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher Must submit current unofficial transcripts If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school junior or senior in Riverside or San Bernardino County planning to study a healthcare field at a Southern California accredited vocational, technical, or certification healthcare program? If so, you may be a great candidate for the Technical Education Pathways Scholarship! IMPORTANT: This scholarship is only for students planning to attend a vocational, technical, or certification healthcare program. If you're planning to attend a four-year college or community college, please apply for the College Pathways Scholarship instead. This scholarship provides recognition and financial support to graduating juniors and seniors currently attending Riverside or San Bernardino County high schools who want to pursue a career in any allied healthcare profession within Southern California. Scholarships can only be awarded a maximum of once per applicant. Funds can be used for college application fees, supplies, or costs related to the study of their chosen field. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the requirements below: Must be a resident of Riverside or San Bernardino County and be enrolled in a Riverside or San Bernardino County High School Must be enrolled in or currently applying for admittance to a Southern California accredited vocational, technical, or certification healthcare program Must submit two (2) 500 word minimum essays Essay Prompt #1 Evaluation Guide Essay Prompt #2 Evaluation Guide Must submit two (2) recommendation forms Must have a weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher Must submit current unofficial transcripts If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Tacuna Systems is proud to announce the return of our Women in STEM Empowerment Scholarship program. For 2026, we will offer one award to a qualified candidate who attends or is admitted to a U.S. or Canadian university. Driven by our commitment to promote inclusive representation in STEM fields, our scholarship aims to empower women pursuing higher education in science and technology, fostering their increased participation in these industries. This scholarship invites applicants to share their experiences with a STEM-related research project or activity that has shaped or reflected their academic interests, rather than focusing solely on academics. Submissions must be in video form, accompanied by this application. As part of your application submission, we will require you to create a brief video of yourself showcasing your involvement in a STEM-related project. Limit this video to around 3 minutes in length. Things to consider while creating your video: Aspirations – What are your general career aspirations and how has this project influenced them? Passion – Why is this project important to you? Learning – What did you take away from this project? Application – How does this project relate to the real world? Improvement – What changes, if any, would you make for better results? Originality – Do you have valuable insight or ideas that industry leaders may not have thought about? Representation – What are your general thoughts, related to the project or not, on improving women’s representation in STEM? How might you inspire others? If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school student of color or student in need aspiring to pursue a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) degree? If so, the Destination STEM Scholarship may be a wonderful opportunity for you! Annually, the scholarship awards between $500 and $1,000 each to multiple recipients who have been accepted to a college for the upcoming academic year. Applicants must also be students of color or a student in need, in an effort to encourage under represented students passionate about STEM to pursue careers in the field. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Endeavour's Women in Tech Group Engineering Scholarship - High School is available to women planning to pursue higher education in the engineering field. Graduating high school seniors and juniors pursuing early acceptance to a university are welcome to apply.Show Less

The FFGC College Scholarship offers merit and need-based financial assistance to students in Florida. Students who have participated in a garden club and plan to study agricultural science, biology, botany and plant physiology, ecology and evolutionary science, environmental science, forestry, horticulture, landscape architecture, natural resources conservation and management, or urban, community, and regional planning in Florida are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The AFCEA Belvoir Chapter STEM Scholarship offers financial assistance to Washington D.C. metro area members of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association-Belvoir Chapter or their children. High school seniors and undergraduates studying for a bachelor's degree in Science, mathematics, or engineering (STEM) are welcome to apply.Show Less

The James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation Trade School Scholarship supports students who reside within 150 miles of the borough of Houston, Pennsylvania. Students who plan to study for a technical degree or certification to include fields such as welding, machining, mechatronics, networking, and automation are eligible to apply.Show Less

The Dr. Sydell Perlmutter Gold Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to high school seniors who are daughters of Air Force personnel. Students planning to attend college to major in a field of STEM are encouraged to apply. Special consideration is given to applicants who are first-generation college students or who can demonstrate financial need.Show Less

Elonzo "Lonnie" Hill Mentorship Scholarship provides financial assistance to COMTO Chicago members who are minority undergraduates from Illinois who are preparing for a career in the transportation industry.Show Less

The Lt. Col. Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship provides financial assistance to dependents of Air Force enlisted personnel who are high school seniors. Students planning to pursue post-secondary education in the field of STEM are encouraged to apply.Show Less

The CRA All-Access Scholarship is a talent development pipeline program that seeks to financially support students pursuing degrees in Business, Economics or STEM. Through this program, CRA will award $5,000 to 12 deserving students for their junior/final year at an accredited university. This program is open to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community service and financial need. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be: Attending an accredited university on a full-time basis Majoring in Economics, Business or STEM fields (UK degree subjects will be approved by CRA) Have an overall GPA of 3.5 or 3.2 in their declared major (UK students must hold at least a 2:1 in their declared course If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a member of the Navajo Nation? If so, you may be interested in applying for the Brown and Caldwell Navajo Nation Scholarship! This $1,000 scholarship (renewable for $4,000 over four years) is open to Navajo Nation members who are passionate about pursuing a career in the environmental profession. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be enrolled at an accredited two-year junior or four-year undergraduate college. High school seniors who have a letter of acceptance from a college or university are also eligible. Applicants must be pursuing a major in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering. Students pursuing a degree in one of the environmental sciences (e.g. geology, hydrogeology, ecology) are also welcome to apply. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent on a 5.0 scale) in order to be considered. To apply, students must submit an essay of 500 words or less describing their role in creating a sustainable world. Two letters of recommendation, an official transcript, a resume, and evidence of a declared major are also required as part of the application process. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, don't hesitate to apply! After you're done, check out some of the other scholarships for Native Americans and scholarships for engineering available through Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less