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Top 20 Diabetes Scholarships in June 2023

Over 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes– that’s 34.2 million people. Diabetics encounter additional challenges in their education, as they must balance them with the task of managing their diabetes. Luckily, there are some diabetes scholarships out there just for students with diabetes to lessen the financial burden of a college education.

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“Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship
1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2024

At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career…

At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career…

At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career interests and aspirations. That is why we are offering the “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship. This scholarship aims to support all current postsecondary students, regardless of the type of education they are pursuing. Thus, no matter your own unique educational path, we hope you apply for this $500 scholarship. In order to apply for the “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship, students must submit an essay about their career ambitions. As it is our goal to help out all types of postsecondary students who are actively looking for ways to fund their higher education journey, this $500 scholarship will be awarded to students based on both the quality of their essays and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform.

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Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

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“Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship
1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2024

The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter…

The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter…

The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter students from attending. If you’re in a situation similar to this, we may just have the perfect scholarship opportunity for you: the “Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship! With this scholarship, we aim to help out a lucky undergraduate student (enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year) who is passionate about their higher education journey and actively looking for ways to fund it. This scholarship will be awarded to students based on both the quality of their essays and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. The scholarship is open to any U.S. citizen who is enrolled as an undergraduate at a four-year university in the U.S. during the 2023-24 academic year. In order to apply, submit an essay explaining how earning your bachelor’s degree will help you achieve your educational and career goals. We look forward to reading your application!

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Grade Level: College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2023

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…

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…

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.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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$2,000 Nitro College Scholarship – No Essay
Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2023

Easy scholarship from Nitro College open to all high school, college, community and graduate students.

Easy scholarship from Nitro College open to all high school, college, community and graduate students.

Easy scholarship from Nitro College open to all high school, college, community and graduate students.

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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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Niche $15,000 No Essay Scholarship
1 award worth $15,000
Deadline Jun 29, 2023

Open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

Open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year.

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, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Thomas J. Seefred Trust Scholarship
Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Expected deadline Jun 1, 2024

Are you an Ohio student who has been diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes? If so, the Thomas J. Seefred Scholarship may be a great opportunity for…

Are you an Ohio student who has been diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes? If so, the Thomas J. Seefred Scholarship may be a great opportunity for…

Are you an Ohio student who has been diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes? If so, the Thomas J. Seefred Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! The $3,000 scholarship is open to all Ohio residents with Juvenile Diabetes who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree. This scholarship was established in 2005 and is supported by the Thomas J. Seefred Trust. In order to apply, you must complete the online application, submit supporting documentation, and write a 500-word essay on the impact that Juvenile Diabetes has had on you. If you fit the criteria and would like some help paying for college, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Students

Citizenship: Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

Other Category: Disability

State: Ohio

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Juvenile Diabetes Scholarship
Multiple awards worth Varies
Expected deadline May 5, 2024

Are you a graduating high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who has demonstrated exemplary academic performance? If so, you may be eligible for the…

Are you a graduating high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who has demonstrated exemplary academic performance? If so, you may be eligible for the…

Are you a graduating high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who has demonstrated exemplary academic performance? If so, you may be eligible for the Juvenile Diabetes Scholarship! The Juvenile Diabetes Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from New Jersey who have type 1 diabetes and are seeking higher education at an accredited four-year university, college, technical, or trade school. The scholarship is offered by the John E. Kostic Memorial Foundation, an organization that offers scholarship programs to improve the lives of vulnerable youth and families in New Jersey. As part of this mission, their Juvenile Diabetes Scholarship awards varying amounts of scholarship money to multiple New Jersey residents each year. If you’re a New Jersey resident passionate about pursuing a postsecondary education while having type 1 diabetes, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

State: New Jersey

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Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award
12 awards worth up to $10,000
Expected deadline May 1, 2024

The Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award is funded by the United States Tennis Association, an organization that strives to promote and develop the sport of tennis…

The Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award is funded by the United States Tennis Association, an organization that strives to promote and develop the sport of tennis…

The Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award is funded by the United States Tennis Association, an organization that strives to promote and develop the sport of tennis throughout the United States. Each year, their Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award grants between $5,000 and $10,000 to twelve (12) high school & college students who have excelled in academics and tennis and have been affected by diabetes. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

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Grade Level: High School & College Students

Other Category: Athletic

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DDC College Scholarship
Multiple awards worth $1,000
Expected deadline Apr 30, 2024

The DDC College Scholarship is funded by the Delaware Diabetes Coalition, an organization that is dedicated to improving the lives of all people in Delaware…

The DDC College Scholarship is funded by the Delaware Diabetes Coalition, an organization that is dedicated to improving the lives of all people in Delaware…

The DDC College Scholarship is funded by the Delaware Diabetes Coalition, an organization that is dedicated to improving the lives of all people in Delaware affected by diabetes through awareness, prevention, identification, and the dissemination of services and advocacy for diabetes. Each year, their DDC College Scholarship awards $1,000 to multiple current and incoming college students with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. Applicants must also be Delaware residents. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: 3.0

State: Delaware

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Verplank Foundation Scholarship
Multiple awards worth up to $10,000
Expected deadline Apr 15, 2024

Are you a high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who actively participates on an organized sports or athletic team? Consider applying for the Verplank…

Are you a high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who actively participates on an organized sports or athletic team? Consider applying for the Verplank…

Are you a high school senior with Type 1 diabetes who actively participates on an organized sports or athletic team? Consider applying for the Verplank Foundation scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards up to $10,000 to students who successfully manage their diabetes with medication, exercise, and a healthy diet. This scholarship may be renewed for up to four years as long as students maintain the renewal requirements. If you fit these criteria and are looking for some help to pay off college, we encourage you to apply. Maintain your physical and financial health, all at once! 

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Other Category: Athletic, Disability

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Diabetes Scholars
Multiple awards worth up to $5,000
Expected deadline Apr 14, 2024

The Diabetes Scholars is funded by Beyond Type 1, an organization that aims to change what it means to live with chronic illnesses, especially Diabetes.…

The Diabetes Scholars is funded by Beyond Type 1, an organization that aims to change what it means to live with chronic illnesses, especially Diabetes.…

The Diabetes Scholars is funded by Beyond Type 1, an organization that aims to change what it means to live with chronic illnesses, especially Diabetes. Each year, their "Diabetes Scholars" program awards up to $5,000 to multiple college-bound high school seniors with Type 1 Diabetes who will be attending a university in the U.S. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

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Team Type 1 Global Ambassador Scholarship Program
Multiple awards worth up to $10,000
Expected deadline Mar 31, 2024

The Team Type 1 Global Ambassador Scholarship Program is funded by the Team Type 1 Foundation, a diabetes and sports organization that looks to “instill…

The Team Type 1 Global Ambassador Scholarship Program is funded by the Team Type 1 Foundation, a diabetes and sports organization that looks to “instill…

The Team Type 1 Global Ambassador Scholarship Program is funded by the Team Type 1 Foundation, a diabetes and sports organization that looks to “instill hope and inspiration for people around the world affected by diabetes.” Every year, the Team Type 1 Foundation awards up to $10,000 to multiple athletes with Type-1 Diabetes who attend an NAIA/NCAA school and play a sanctioned sport for their school. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

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Grade Level: College Students

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Other Category: Athletic, Disability

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Scholarship for Survivors Program
Multiple awards worth up to $3,000
Expected deadline Mar 9, 2024

Are you a cancer or other chronic illness survivor who is pursuing a postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Scholarship for Survivors Program.…

Are you a cancer or other chronic illness survivor who is pursuing a postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Scholarship for Survivors Program.…

Are you a cancer or other chronic illness survivor who is pursuing a postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Scholarship for Survivors Program. The program is open to students who have been diagnosed with or treated for cancer or another chronic disease. The program is offered by the Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF), a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing case management services and financial aid to Americans with chronic, life-threatening, and debilitating illnesses. Thus, every year since 2000, PAF has awarded up to $3,000 to multiple survivors of cancer or other chronic illnesses who are pursuing a postsecondary education. If you are pursuing a college degree and have been diagnosed with or treated for cancer or another chronic disease, we encourage you to apply.

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Grade Level: College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

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AAHD Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability
Multiple awards worth up to $1,000
Expected deadline Mar 1, 2024

Are you a student with a disability pursuing a degree related to health and disability? You might consider applying for the AAHD Frederick J. Krause…

Are you a student with a disability pursuing a degree related to health and disability? You might consider applying for the AAHD Frederick J. Krause…

Are you a student with a disability pursuing a degree related to health and disability? You might consider applying for the AAHD Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability! This scholarship is awarded annually to deserving students with a disability who are pursuing undergraduate/graduate studies (undergraduate freshmen not eligible). Eligible majors may include public health, health promotion, disability studies, disability research, rehabilitation engineering, audiology, disability policy, special education, and others that will impact the quality of life of persons with disabilities. The scholarship is funded by the American Association on Health & Disability, an organization dedicated to ensuring health equity and inclusion for persons with disabilities through policy, research, and dissemination. Each year, multiple lucky students are awarded the scholarship in the amount of $1,000. If you’re passionate about disability and health and are looking for some help to fund your degree, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

Academic Interest: Healthcare

Other Category: Disability

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How to win diabetes scholarships

As with any type of scholarship, writing a strong essay can greatly increase your chances of winning a diabetes scholarship. Essays are a great way to show scholarship committees who you are and what you’re passionate about. Remember that application readers often go through thousands of essays, so it’s important to craft a unique and effective essay. 

For tips on how to write an essay that stands out from the crowd, check out the following guides: 

Resources for students with diabetes

Going to college with diabetes can present unique challenges in managing your illness. Although it is certainly doable, it’s a good idea to prepare yourself for new difficulties you may face. The American Diabetes Association has assembled a useful guide to help students with diabetes manage their illness in school.

For a more succinct option, you can consult this guide written by Jose Bernardo Quintos, MD. It covers a wide range of factors to consider, including navigating alcohol with diabetes and making sure to inform your roommates.

Frequently asked questions about diabetes scholarships

How do I qualify for diabetes scholarships?

Students who have been diagnosed with diabetes and have certification from a doctor can qualify for diabetes scholarships. The Diabetes Scholars Application is a great place to start finding matches with diabetes scholarships!

Do I qualify for diabetes scholarships with type 2 diabetes?

If you have type 2 diabetes, you still qualify for diabetes scholarships. Many diabetes scholarships are only for people with type 1 diabetes, but there are some out there that you can look into. If you live in Delaware, for example, you can apply for the Delaware Diabetes Coalition Scholarship.

Top Easy Scholarships of June 2023

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship
Amount:

$10,000

Deadline:

06/30/2023

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Easy scholarship open to all US-based high school, college, and graduate students

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$2,000 Nitro College Scholarship – No Essay
Amount:

$2,000

Deadline:

06/30/2023

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

Scholarship:
Niche $15,000 No Essay Scholarship
Amount:

$15,000

Deadline:

06/29/2023

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Easy scholarship open to all students

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

$25,000

Deadline:

07/01/2023

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Open to all students

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