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Top 56 Connecticut Scholarships in September 2023

Written by Kayla Korzekwinski

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Updated: September 21st, 2023

Connecticut is home to the oldest public library in the country. With such a long history of leading, it’s no wonder there are so many options for funding your Connecticut education! Students in Connecticut have a variety of scholarship options from all kinds of organizations. Continue reading to learn all about the top Connecticut scholarships!

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Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship
Niche $25,000 No Essay Scholarship

Offered by Niche

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Sep 27, 2023

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.

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.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA, Other

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship
$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

Offered by Sallie Mae

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Sep 30, 2023

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…

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.

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Grade Level: HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

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$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship
$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

Offered by Bold.org

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline Oct 1, 2023

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.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Scholarship
NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Scholarship

Offered by NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium

6 awards worth $1,500
Deadline Oct 13, 2023

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Scholarship is open to STEM students at one of the Consortium Member Community College Institutions who have…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Scholarship is open to STEM students at one of the Consortium Member Community College Institutions who have…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Scholarship is open to STEM students at one of the Consortium Member Community College Institutions who have a strong academic record. To apply, interested individuals must submit a written narrative detailing their academic and career goals, their previous experiences and how they influenced applicants to want to pursue a STEM career, and how they believe receiving a NASA CTSGC scholarship will benefit them. If you're a STEM student at a Consortium Member Community College Institution, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: College Underclassmen

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Science, Technology, and Society

State: Connecticut

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NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Transfer Scholarship
NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Transfer Scholarship

Offered by NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium

3 awards worth $3,000
Deadline Oct 13, 2023

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Transfer Scholarship is open to students who began their postsecondary education at a community college where they…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Transfer Scholarship is open to students who began their postsecondary education at a community college where they…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Community College Transfer Scholarship is open to students who began their postsecondary education at a community college where they enrolled for a minimum of two terms and are currently enrolled in or have been admitted to a 4-year Consortium Member postsecondary education institution. To apply, interested individuals must submit a written narrative detailing their academic and career goals, their previous experiences and how they influenced applicants to want to pursue a STEM career, and how they believe receiving a NASA CTSGC scholarship will benefit them. If you're a current or former community college student who has or will transfer to a four-year Consortium Member institution, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Science, Technology, and Society

State: Connecticut

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NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Grant
NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Grant

Offered by NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium

8 awards worth up to $10,000
Deadline Oct 13, 2023

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Grant is available to promote and support graduate student research in areas that align with NASA Mission…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Grant is available to promote and support graduate student research in areas that align with NASA Mission…

The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship Grant is available to promote and support graduate student research in areas that align with NASA Mission Directorates. Applicants must be students at one of the Consortium Member Institutions and have a strong academic record. To apply, students must submit proof of U.S. Citizenship through the Grant Verification Form, in addition to the materials listed further below. If you're a graduate student attending one of NASA's Consortium Member Institutions, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Science, Technology, and Society

State: Connecticut

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VSTONE Scholar Award
VSTONE Scholar Award

Offered by Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England

Multiple awards worth $5,000
Deadline Dec 1, 2023

Are you a New England resident who is in your final year in veterinary school? If so, consider applying for the VSTONE Scholar Award! The…

Are you a New England resident who is in your final year in veterinary school? If so, consider applying for the VSTONE Scholar Award! The…

Are you a New England resident who is in your final year in veterinary school? If so, consider applying for the VSTONE Scholar Award! The VSTONE Scholar Award is open to New England residents in their final year of their AVMA-accredited veterinary school or college program. The scholarship is offered by the Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide financial assistance to New Englanders studying veterinary medicine. Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to a lucky student from each of the six (6) New England States. If you’re passionate about having a career in veterinary medicine and are looking for some help to pay off your final year as a veterinary student, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: College Seniors & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Academic Interest: Healthcare, Animal/Veterinary Sciences

Other Category: Veteran

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

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ASHRAE Region I Setty Family Foundation Scholarship
ASHRAE Region I Setty Family Foundation Scholarship

Offered by American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc.

1 award worth $3,000
Deadline Dec 1, 2023

The ASHRAE Region I Setty Family Foundation Scholarship is a one-year scholarship available annually to a mechanical or architectural engineering student attending a post-secondary educational…

The ASHRAE Region I Setty Family Foundation Scholarship is a one-year scholarship available annually to a mechanical or architectural engineering student attending a post-secondary educational…

The ASHRAE Region I Setty Family Foundation Scholarship is a one-year scholarship available annually to a mechanical or architectural engineering student attending a post-secondary educational institution within the geographic boundaries of ASHRAE Region I or who has graduated from a high school within Region I (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Maine, & New Hampshire). Applicants' course of study must have traditionally been a preparatory curriculum for the HVAC&R profession and they must have a class standing of no less than the top 30 percent. In addition, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria: be enrolled in an institution with an active ASHRAE Student Branch, or be in a program accredited by ABET or the Consejo de Acreditacion de la Ensenanza de la Ingenieria (CACEI). Keep on reading to learn more!

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Grade Level: College Students

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Academic Interest: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Mechanics

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship
Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship

Offered by Foster Care To Success

Multiple awards worth up to $10,000
Deadline Rolling

Have you been in foster care through Casey Family Services? If so, consider applying for the Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship! The Casey Family Services…

Have you been in foster care through Casey Family Services? If so, consider applying for the Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship! The Casey Family Services…

Have you been in foster care through Casey Family Services? If so, consider applying for the Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship! The Casey Family Services Alumni Scholarship is open to 16-49-year-old current and incoming university students pursuing any degree or professional degree who were in foster care through Casey Family Services in the states of Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. The scholarship is offered by Foster Care To Success, the oldest and largest national non-profit organization working solely with college-bound foster youth to help provide them with tuition grants, books, living stipends, and emergency funding. On a rolling basis, the scholarship grants up to $10,000 to help former foster youth pay for their postsecondary educational expenses. If you're a former foster youth looking for help funding your schooling, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Academic Interest: Law, Healthcare

Other Category: Adult, Foster Care

State: Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships
Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships

Offered by Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education (CALAHE)

Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline June 2024

The Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships are open to individuals who demonstrate involvement with, and commitment to, activities that promote Latinos in…

The Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships are open to individuals who demonstrate involvement with, and commitment to, activities that promote Latinos in…

The Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education Scholarships are open to individuals who demonstrate involvement with, and commitment to, activities that promote Latinos in the pursuit of education. Applicants must have a 2.75 GPA and be Latinx students from Connecticut. This scholarship is renewable for one year only, so recipients must reapply to be considered again.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 2.8

Race/Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino

Other Category: Low Income

State: Connecticut

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Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship
Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship

Offered by Horticultural Research Institute

1 award worth $3,000
Expected deadline June 2024

Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship applicants must be New England residents enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate landscape/horticulture program or related…

Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship applicants must be New England residents enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate landscape/horticulture program or related…

Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship applicants must be New England residents enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate landscape/horticulture program or related discipline at a two- or four-year institution. Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 2.25 based on a scale of 4.0, or 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 for a graduate student. Preference will be given to an applicant who plans to work in any aspect of the nursery industry following graduation, including the desire to own one's own business. Preference will also be given to applicants in financial need. Keep on reading to learn more about the scholarship!

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Grade Level: College Sophomore, College Junior & Graduate Student

Minimum GPA: 2.3

Academic Interest: Agribusiness, Horticulture/Floriculture, Landscape Architecture, Entomology

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Hartford Jazz Society Scholarship
Hartford Jazz Society Scholarship

Offered by Hartford Jazz Society Inc.

Multiple awards worth $1,000 - $3,000
Expected deadline June 2024

The Hartford Jazz Society Scholarship is calling all music majors with a passion for jazz who reside in the Connecticut Capitol Region. To be considered,…

The Hartford Jazz Society Scholarship is calling all music majors with a passion for jazz who reside in the Connecticut Capitol Region. To be considered,…

The Hartford Jazz Society Scholarship is calling all music majors with a passion for jazz who reside in the Connecticut Capitol Region. To be considered, applicants must provide two letters of reference, with one coming from a music teacher or school music director. Don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your love for jazz and receive financial support for your education.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Academic Interest: Music

State: Connecticut

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Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship
Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship

Offered by Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven

Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline May 2024

Are you a Jewish high school senior residing in New Haven County, Connecticut? The Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship may then be a great scholarship…

Are you a Jewish high school senior residing in New Haven County, Connecticut? The Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship may then be a great scholarship…

Are you a Jewish high school senior residing in New Haven County, Connecticut? The Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship may then be a great scholarship opportunity for you! The Mary Taylor Friedler Memorial Scholarship is offered by the Jewish Foundation of Greater New Haven, a trusted and expert resource for charitable gift planning and endowments. The organization also serves as a partner and resource for synagogues, local Jewish agencies, professional advisors, and donors. The scholarship is open to any and all Jewish high school seniors in New Haven County with a “B” average or higher. The annual $1,000 scholarship is awarded to multiple students, so long as funds allow for it. If you fit the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to apply! 

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Canadian Citizens, DACA, Other

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Religious Affiliation: Jewish

State: Connecticut

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Jewish Community Foundation College Scholarships
Jewish Community Foundation College Scholarships

Offered by Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford

Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Expected deadline May 2024

Are you a Jewish student who has strong potential for success but limited financial resources to fund your college or graduate school fees? If so,…

Are you a Jewish student who has strong potential for success but limited financial resources to fund your college or graduate school fees? If so,…

Are you a Jewish student who has strong potential for success but limited financial resources to fund your college or graduate school fees? If so, consider applying for the Jewish Community Foundation College Scholarship! The scholarship is open to Jewish students currently enrolled at an accredited institution of higher learning in the United States who are residents of the Greater Hartford, Connecticut region. The scholarship is funded by the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Hartford, an organization that is made possible by generous donors dedicated to encouraging students to follow their dreams by pursuing higher education. Each year, the scholarship awards between $1,000 and $3,000 to help lucky students pay for college and graduate school costs. If you’re passionate about pursuing higher education, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Academic Interest: Religion

Religious Affiliation: Jewish

State: Connecticut

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Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship

Offered by The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline May 2024

Are you pursuing a bachelor’s degree and are from New England? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship!…

Are you pursuing a bachelor’s degree and are from New England? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship!…

Are you pursuing a bachelor’s degree and are from New England? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship! The scholarship is open to permanent residents of New England who are entering or returning to an accredited undergraduate institution and demonstrate financial need. The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund is proud to offer this scholarship to help students attend college without accumulating debt. The scholarship is in honor of Stephen Philips, a Massachusetts family man who was involved in the merchant sailing era of Salem following the American Revolution. Every year, the scholarship awards up to $17,000 to help multiple New England residents cover their tuition costs. If you are a New England resident looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Academic Interest: Literature/English/Writing

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarships
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarships

Offered by Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc.

Multiple awards worth $3,000 - $17,000
Expected deadline May 2024

The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarships is looking for full-time undergraduates who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and a passion for serving others. They…

The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarships is looking for full-time undergraduates who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and a passion for serving others. They…

The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund Scholarships is looking for full-time undergraduates who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and a passion for serving others. They want students who work hard and display leadership qualities. The scholarship is open to U.S. citizens or noncitizens with lawful presence in the U.S. and a work permit, who are permanent residents of a New England state. You can attend any college in the U.S. and must be pursuing your first bachelor's degree.

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Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Other Category: Low Income

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

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Energize Your Education Scholarship
Energize Your Education Scholarship

Offered by ElectricityPlans.com

1 award worth $500
Expected deadline May 2024

Get ready to Energize Your Education with ElectricityPlans.com's scholarship! High school seniors in Texas, Ohio, and Connecticut who plan to attend a two- or four-year…

Get ready to Energize Your Education with ElectricityPlans.com's scholarship! High school seniors in Texas, Ohio, and Connecticut who plan to attend a two- or four-year…

Get ready to Energize Your Education with ElectricityPlans.com's scholarship! High school seniors in Texas, Ohio, and Connecticut who plan to attend a two- or four-year college program in this upcoming Fall semester, or the following Spring semester, are eligible to apply. With a minimum 3.2 GPA, you could win $500 towards your education by showcasing your impressive academic performance, the quality of your submission, and your community impact. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a positive difference and invest in your future!

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Minimum GPA: 3.2

State: Connecticut, Ohio, Texas

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EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund
EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund

Offered by Environmental Professionals Organization of Connecticut

Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline April 2024

The EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund is funded by the Environmental Professionals Organization of Connecticut (EPOC), an organization that represents the interests of Connecticut's Licensed Environmental…

The EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund is funded by the Environmental Professionals Organization of Connecticut (EPOC), an organization that represents the interests of Connecticut's Licensed Environmental…

The EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund is funded by the Environmental Professionals Organization of Connecticut (EPOC), an organization that represents the interests of Connecticut's Licensed Environmental Professionals (LEPs) by providing information, training, and updates regarding the LEP program in Connecticut. Each year, the EPOC Environmental Scholarship Fund awards scholarships of varying amounts to multiple Connecticut residents and relatives of EPOC members who are college upperclassmen or graduate students majoring in environmental fields. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

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Grade Level: College Upperclassmen & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology

State: Connecticut

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Connecticut Wealth Management Scholarship
Connecticut Wealth Management Scholarship

Offered by United Negro College Fund

1 award worth $5,000
Expected deadline April 2024

The Connecticut Wealth Management Scholarship is a need-based scholarship program for students who are from Connecticut. One scholarship will be awarded to a student for…

The Connecticut Wealth Management Scholarship is a need-based scholarship program for students who are from Connecticut. One scholarship will be awarded to a student for…

The Connecticut Wealth Management Scholarship is a need-based scholarship program for students who are from Connecticut. One scholarship will be awarded to a student for their junior and senior year. All majors are encouraged to apply, although preference will be given to students with business or business-related majors.

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Grade Level: College Sophomore & College Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 2.8

Race/Ethnicity: Black/African

Other Category: Low Income

State: Connecticut

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Connecticut is home to the oldest public library in the country. With such a long history of leading, it’s no wonder there are so many options for funding your Connecticut education! Students in Connecticut have a variety of scholarship options from all kinds of organizations. Continue reading to learn all about the top Connecticut scholarships!

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How to win Connecticut scholarships

In order to win Connecticut scholarships, you should be emphasizing your own passions and the unique nature of Connecticut as a state. By showcasing your genuine interests and enthusiasm, you can stand out from the competition and demonstrate your commitment to personal and professional growth in Connecticut. 

Connecticut boasts a close proximity to major metropolitan areas, beautiful ocean-side views, and quaint New England charm. Therefore, in your scholarship applications, you should emphasize how your passions align with these unique characteristics. By embracing your individuality and connecting it to all that Connecticut offers, you can make a compelling case for why you are deserving of winning Connecticut scholarships! 

Resources for acing Connecticut scholarship essays

Winning Connecticut scholarships may require you to write an essay about yourself. Therefore, read over our Scholarships360 ultimate guide to finding and winning scholarships and our overview of common scholarship essay prompts to help ensure you are prepared to win Connecticut scholarships! Everything you need is at your fingertips with Scholarships360 from guides on how to start a scholarship essay to how to write a 500 word essay. Best of luck!

Connecticut student debt snapshot

According to the Department of Education, Connecticut residents owe $17.5 billion in federal student loan debt. Student borrowers owe an average of $35,162 each (those numbers do not include private loans). Around 57.3% of loan borrowers are under the age of 35. As you are starting your higher education journey, remember that scholarships allow students to take fewer loans. Make sure that you apply to as many scholarships as you qualify for!

Keep on reading to learn more about merit scholarships in colleges in Connecticut, as well as top scholarships in Connecticut!

Merit scholarships at Connecticut colleges and universities

Connecticut College

  • Eligibility: Students entering their first year at Connecticut College based on high academic performance in high school
  • Amount: $15,000 up to $34,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Connecticut College

University of Connecticut

  • Eligibility: Students who are entering their first year at University of Connecticut who have achieved a very competitive high school academic average
  • Amount: Up to full cost of tuition
  • Deadline: Admission to the University of Connecticut

Trinity College

  • Eligibility: Students entering their first year at Trinity College with a 3.5+ high school GPA
  • Amount: $12,000 up to the full cost of tuition
  • Deadline: Admission to Trinity College

Fairfield University

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen are evaluated based on their overall academic record, strength of their academic program, and extra-curricular involvement
  • Amount: $15,000 up to $28,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Fairfield University

Sacred Heart University

  • Eligibility: All new students are automatically considered based on course selection and overall high school GPA 
  • Amount: $6,000 up to $20,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Sacred Heart University

University of New Haven

  • Eligibility: Incoming freshmen are automatically considered based on high school performance
  • Amount: $10,000 up to $30,000
  • Deadline: Admission to the University of New Haven

Quinnipiac University

  • Eligibility: First-year students based on academic achievements 
  • Amount: $18,000 up to $32,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Quinnipiac University

Consider in-state tuition and tuition reciprocity

In-state tuition allows residents of a state to receive cheaper tuition for a college or university in their state. Additionally, many universities and colleges reserve scholarships and financial aid for in-state students, which helps reduce the cost of attending college for those who live there.

Here is a well-known Connecticut university and its in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs: 

University of Connecticut

  • In-state tuition: $16,332
  • Out-of-state tuition: $39,000

How do you get in-state tuition? 

Being a Connecticut resident can significantly reduce the costs of tuition for Connecticut colleges and universities. In order to obtain Connecticut residency status for in-state tuition purposes, you will need to be domiciled in Connecticut for at least 12 consecutive months. This means demonstrating intent to remain in Connecticut by obtaining a Connecticut driver’s license, registering your vehicle in Connecticut, and gaining employment in Connecticut. However, it is important to note that you cannot establish a domicile by attending a Connecticut university full-time. 

Does Connecticut offer tuition reciprocity? 

No, Connecticut does not offer tuition reciprocity

Connecticut scholarship spotlight

Connecticut Building Congress Scholarship Fund

  • Eligibility: Graduating Connecticut high school students entering college-level programs in architecture, construction-related engineering, construction management, surveying, planning or other courses of study leading to associate, bachelors, or master’s degrees in the construction field
  • Amount: $2,500 up to $4,000
  • Deadline: Spring

Robert T. Kenney Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Students of any age living in any one of the 64 Connecticut towns served by the American Savings Foundation. High school seniors must be ranked in the top 1/3 of their graduating class or have at least a 2.5 GPA
  • Amount: $1,000 up to $4,000
  • Deadline: March 31

SBM Charitable Foundation, Inc. Scholarships

  • Eligibility: Full-time residents of Hartford, Tolland, or Windham County, Connecticut attending or planning on attending an accredited 2 or 4-year program in Connecticut full-time with a 2.5+ GPA or in the top 40% of high school class
  • Amount: Up to $5,000
  • Deadline: March 31

The Wethersfield/Rocky Hill Rotary Club Helping Hand Fund Scholarship Awards Program

  • Eligibility: Any student living in Wethersfield or Rocky Hill, Connecticut may apply. The program is based primarily upon financial need. Additional factors reviewed are academic work, character, interaction with fellow students and extracurricular activities
  • Amount: $4,000
  • Deadline: April 15 

Emma Kohn Podoloff Scholarship Fund of the National Council of Jewish Women

  • Eligibility: Jewish high school seniors who are residents of the Greater New Haven area with at least a B average
  • Amount: $1,500
  • Deadline: May 31

The Reginald Anderson Memorial Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Be Connecticut resident with a brain tumor survivor or a recently diagnosed patient or a caregiver to a family member diagnosed with a brain tumor
  • Amount: Varies 
  • Deadline: Early April 

National Federation of the Blind Connecticut State Scholarship Program

  • Eligibility: Any legally blind, full-time Connecticut college student or graduating high school seniors who will be attending college full-time in the fall. All finalists must attend the entire National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut state convention, to be held in the fall
  • Amount: $2,500 up to $5,000
  • Deadline: September 1

Day of Pride Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Connecticut high school seniors from disadvantaged backgrounds who show academic success, commitment to diversity, leadership, and documented financial need. Attend the University of Connecticut. Nominations are made by the Guidance Counselor’s Office at each Connecticut high school
  • Amount: Up to full tuition at University of Connecticut
  • Deadline: November 1

Additional Connecticut resources

Connecticut Community Fund scholarship list

A full list of scholarships offered by the Connecticut Community Fund!

Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Scholarship Program

The Hartford Scholarship Program provides a valuable resource for Connecticut students looking for scholarships. View the full list of scholarships from the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving for 4-year college, 2-year college, graduate school, adult learners, and vocational school.

Berkshire-Taconic Community Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships specifically for residents of Berkshire and Litchfield Counties, Connecticut.

Community Foundation of Greater New Britain

Scholarships specifically for residents of Berlin, New Britain, Plainville, and Southington, Connecticut.

Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Scholarships

Scholarships specifically for residents of New London, Windham and Tolland Counties, Connecticut.

Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Scholarships

Scholarships specifically for residents of Fairfield County, Connecticut.

FAFSA guide

On October 1st of every year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens nationwide. Connecticut students should complete the FAFSA to be eligible for federal student aid as well as some scholarships.

Frequently asked questions about Connecticut scholarships

Does Connecticut offer tuition-free college?

While tuition at four-year colleges and universities are not automatically free, eligible students can attend community college for free. The Pledge to Advance Connecticut (PACT) program offers free tuition at all twelve Connecticut community colleges. See the PACT website for details, but the major requirements are that applicants:
  • Are graduates of public/private Connecticut high school (GED and home-schooled students qualify)
  • Complete the FAFSA and accept all available awards
  • Are first-time college students planning to attend college full-time (12+ credits per semester)

What type of scholarships does Connecticut offer?

Connecticut offers a lot of different types of scholarships both for Connecticut residents and out-of-state students. These scholarships may include need-based scholarships, merit-based scholarships, and scholarships specific to certain demographics.

Do I need to be a Connecticut resident to receive Connecticut scholarships?

Many Connecticut scholarships may require applicants to be residents; however, there are also many scholarships that are open to non-Connecticut residents. Ultimately, make sure you are researching scholarships that you fit the eligibility criteria for!

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