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The James W. Lewis Global Leader Scholarship was established to encourage and recognize young leaders who exemplify the values to which Mr. Lewis has dedicated his life and work. These values include a commitment to diversity and inclusion, creating educational opportunities for all, encouraging leadership among youth, community engagement and volunteerism, a global perspective, and innovation and entrepreneurship. To be eligible, you must be a high school student who will be graduating within the next four years. Each year, three (3) hardworking high school students with a dedication to advocacy and community engagement will be awarded $5,000 each. To apply, submit a 500- to 800-word essay in response to the following prompt: Mr. Lewis has an overriding philosophy: "The future of our planet depends on how we prepare the world's youth. Let them dream, explore, and achieve for the betterment of themselves and the global community." How do you embody this philosophy? Which of Mr. Lewis' values do you best embody and demonstrate? Please provide specific examples of each. Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Excelsior Scholarship Program is open to NYS residents whose family household federal adjusted gross income (as filed on your New York State Income Tax Returns) does not exceed $125,000. The award covers tuition at any CUNY or SUNY college including community colleges and the statutory colleges at Cornell University and Alfred University. Applicants must have either graduated from high school in the United States, earned a high school equivalency diploma, or passed a federally approved "Ability to Benefit" test, as defined by the Commissioner of the State Education Department. Recipients of the scholarship will have any remaining gaps in their tuition expenses covered, after other federal and state grants and scholarships are applied. If you're a New York State resident looking to attend a SUNY or CUNY campus, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Dentists and specialists in the field play an incredibly important, if underrated, role, responsible for ensuring the dental and, thus, overall health of people across the nation and world. However, an even more understated, yet important, role is that of dental educators - those who teach and train aspiring dentists to become the healthcare professionals that they are. To encourage more individuals to go into dental education, the American Dental Education Association is kindly offering a $5,500 scholarship! To qualify for the ADEA/Crest-B Scholarship for Predoctoral Dental Students, individuals must (1) be enrolled as full-time students in an accredited predoctoral dental program in the United States or Canada (having completed at least one year of the program), (2) show commitment to pursuing an academic career in dental education, and (3) be ADEA (American Dental Education Association) Individual Members. Two applicants will be awarded the scholarship each year. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more application details.Show Less

The American Dental Education Association (ADEA)/Sigma Phi Alpha Linda DeVore Scholarship annually awards $1,500 to one (1) ADEA Individual Member who is a part- or full-time student in a course of study in dental hygiene, education, or public health (baccalaureate, master’s, or doctoral degrees). The scholarship was established to honor the memory and the 30-year dental education career of Professor Linda Rubinstein DeVore, who was active in dental hygiene education, scholarship, and public service. Thus, applicants should demonstrate a commitment to leadership in education or health care; for example, he or she is serving as an exemplary class officer or organizing a major class or school-wide community service activity. If you're a dental hygiene, education, or public health-focused post-secondary student, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a prospective college student who's an intermediate or advanced dancer? If so, you may be interested in applying for the Joan Myers Brown Equity Scholarship! The scholarship is open to college-bound, intermediate and advanced dancers between 7 and 22 years of age. It is offered by the Francisco Gella Dance Works with the intention to teach young dancers and support them on their dance journey, and was created in honor of Joan Myers Brown. Joan was a famed entrepreneur, artist, and visionary, who believed that every motivated student can succeed when given the right opportunities. Thus, the scholarship allows young and passionate applicants to earn awards in varying amounts (up to 100% of their tuition) to help them fulfill their dance and educational dreams. If you are a dancer looking for a way to fund your dancing education, we encourage you to apply! P.S.: Bear in mind that the early deadlines for the Summer and Fall programs fall on February 15th and September 10th, respectively, while the late deadlines for the programs fall on April 30th and October 15th.Show Less

Dental hygiene is not only incredibly important to one's overall physical health, but it is also a field that is always in need of workers. To help aspiring dental hygienists receive the education they need to get started in the field, the American Dental Education Association is generously offering a $3,000 scholarship. To qualify for the ADEA/Crest-B Scholarship for Dental Hygiene Students, applicants must be currently enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program or graduate degree program in dental hygiene at an ADEA Member Institution. They must also demonstrate a commitment to pursuing an academic career in dental hygiene and be an ADEA (American Dental Education Association) Individual member to qualify. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply! Start brushing away your student debt today.Show Less

Are you pursuing a career in music, sound, or the entertainment technology industry? If so, you should check out the Lamond Gennext Award (previously the NAMM President’s Innovation Award)! This scholarship is open to college students enrolled in a two- or four-year university program to prepare for a career in the music, sound, or entertainment technology industry.  Scholarship recipients have gone on to enjoy successful careers in music performance, music education, media, sound engineering, event technology, management, marketing, and more. If you’re passionate about music and you’re seeking funds to help pay for college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The United States Junior Chamber is a civic organization with a long, impressive history. Running for 105 years now and continuing, the organization's membership boasts former Presidents such as Bill Clinton and Richard Nixon, esteemed athletes like Larry Bird, as well as many other professionals and high-ranking leaders of various industries. If you are the direct descendant of a former Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States Junior Chamber member (Jaycee) or are a graduate of Jeffersonville High School, look no further than the Jeffersonville Jaycees Scholarship! The scholarship, offering a maximum of $4,000 over four years ($1,000 per year), gives preference to graduating seniors from any high school who are direct descendants of a former member of the Jeffersonville, Indiana Jaycees. However, in the case that no applicant meets that criteria,  the award will be made to a graduating senior from Jeffersonville High School, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, who demonstrates strong civic involvement. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA to qualify and plan to attend an accredited university. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to explore other community service scholarships and scholarships for Indiana residents available through Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!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

Do you have a passion for bringing about social, political, and/or civil change in your community? Does a particular cause or idea have your attention? Do you hope to apply these skills to your college education? If so, consider applying for the NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship! This scholarship is open to high school NSHSS (National Society of High School Scholars) members who have a passion for bringing about social, political, and/or civil change in their community. To apply, students must submit a 500-800-word essay about the cause they're passionate about and the steps they've taken to help this cause. If you're a high school member of NSHSS and a passionate activist, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and keep on making a difference.Show Less

John C. Gatz was a passionate, Clark-County, Indiana native with an eye for photography. Although he was 16 at the time of his untimely passing, he was already heavily involved with his school, church, and broader community - enjoying taking photographs of their wonderful times together. In his honor, his family established the John C. Gatz Memorial Scholarship to provide support to fellow Clark or Floyd County (Indiana) youth who share his passion for "capturing life." To be considered for this $2,500 - $3,000 scholarship, students must be Clark or Floyd County, Indiana residents who hold a minimum 2.75 GPA. They must also graduate from high school with a minimum CORE 40 diploma (or equivalent) and plan to pursue higher education in the upcoming academic year. Applications must include a photograph where the applicant has "captured life" along with an accompanying essay "describing how [they] have “captured life” or how this scholarship will enable [them] to “capture life.” One (1) scholarship worth up to $3,000 will be granted to a student of Providence High School, and one worth up to $2,500 to a student who resides in Clark or Floyd County. If you love capturing moments and would like to honor John's legacy, we encourage you to apply. Don't forget to also check out these scholarships for Indiana residents and photography scholarships - happy applying!Show Less

While teachers nurture young minds, nurses nurture patients' bodies back to health. Both are critically important in our society and some of the most giving professions that one can pursue. If you're a Clark County (Indiana) resident who'd like to join the ranks of these generous teachers and nurses who dedicate their time helping others, you may be interested in the Judith Hayes Scholarship! This scholarship annually awards up to $30,000 or $15,000, respectively, to graduates of Clark County, Indiana, high schools who will be pursuing either a four-year or two-year degree. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA and will graduate with a minimum CORE 40 diploma (or equivalent). One scholarship will be made for students pursuing a degree in teaching and one for students pursuing a degree in nursing. The Judith Hayes Scholarship is one of the many scholarships for Indiana students, teachers' scholarships, and nursing scholarships that can be found on Scholarships360. We encourage you to apply for this scholarship and explore others that you could qualify for as well!Show Less

Renowned Indiana philanthropist Paul W. Ogle established a foundation under his name in 1979, meant to continue his generous legacy of giving that involved contributions to "create parks, fuel tourism efforts, rehabilitate historic buildings, support volunteer fire departments, and fund scholarships." As of 2020, the Ogle Foundation has granted approximately $100 million to nonprofits and educational institutions in the Southern Indiana region he called home. To continue Paul's legacy, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana is now offering a scholarship in his name. Each year, the Paul W. Ogle Scholarship awards a maximum of $20,000 over four years ($5,000 per academic year) to high school seniors from a Clark, Floyd, Scott, Washington, Harrison, or Switzerland County high school in Indiana. The scholarship is awarded to these schools on a rotating basis, meaning that five (5) schools in the region are chosen each year to qualify (and only their students can apply for that given year). Thus, before applying, we recommend checking out the official Paul W. Ogle webpage to see if your school is eligible. Applicants must also be ranked in the top 25% of their class to qualify. If you’re a high school senior interested in scholarships for Indiana residents, we encourage you to keep exploring Scholarships360 and apply. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Do you reside in Clark County, Indiana? If, so then you may be eligible for the Bales Scholarship! This $20,000 scholarship is offered to Clark County high school seniors who have a minimum 2.8 GPA and are on track to graduate with a minimum Core 40 diploma or equivalent. Applicants must also have plans to attend an accredited two or four-year college or university.  Don’t miss out on this opportunity to earn up to $20,000 to put towards your college education! To find similar scholarships that you could qualify for, browse Scholarships360 for other Indiana scholarships. Best of luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

If you've ever wanted to design or distribute the designs you see on posters, labels, bottles, banners, or even web pages, majoring in graphic arts and/or printing may be the right choice for you. Better yet, if you are, and you're (a) graduating from a Clark County high school or (b) enrolling in the graphic communications program at Prosser School of Technology, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana may have the perfect scholarship for you! The Raymond Rhodes Memorial Scholarship for Printing Technology & Graphic Arts annually awards up to $2,000 to an applicant seeking a full-time, post-secondary education and who will be pursuing a career in the graphic arts or printing technology. Applicants must also either (a) plan to enroll at the Prosser School of Technology or (b) have graduated from one of the following Clark County high schools: Borden, Charlestown, Clarksville, Henryville, Jeffersonville, New Washington, Our Lady of Providence, or Silver Creek High School. While preference will be given to those pursuing a career in printing technology (press, prepress, or bindery operations), it is not a requirement to apply. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. Keep on reading to learn more, and don't forget to check out these other graphic design scholarships and scholarships for Indiana residents. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Do you reside in Clark or Floyd County, Indiana? If, so then you may be eligible for the Arts Scholarship Fund in Memory of Conrad and Anna Mae Adella Duffee! This $4,000 scholarship is offered to high school seniors residing in Clark or Floyd County who are passionate about pursuing a degree in the arts. Applicants must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, graduate with a minimum Core 40 diploma or equivalent, and attend an accredited two or four-year college or university. While students of all races and ethnicities are welcome to apply, preference will be given to a racial minority student. To find similar scholarships that you could qualify for, browse Scholarships360 for other Indiana scholarships. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

In the United States, over 22 million people are employed by the agricultural and food sectors. If you’re a high school senior from Indiana interested in joining the ranks of individuals responsible for either feeding our nation or nurturing its animals back to health, consider applying for the Robert E. Moser Agricultural Scholarship! This scholarship, worth up to $3,000, is annually awarded to a student from Floyd or Clark County, Indiana who will major in agriculture, family & consumer science fields, veterinary science, dietetics & nutrition, and environmental science. Applicants must also have a minimum 2.0 GPA and graduate with a minimum CORE 40 diploma to qualify. While preference will be given to students who plan to attend Purdue University, it is not required of all applicants. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply! Plus, don’t forget to explore Scholarships360 for similar scholarships. There are plenty of other scholarships for Indiana residents and agriculture scholarships available through our platform. Happy applying!Show Less

In his 95 years, William E. Falk Jr. left a large impact. Not only was he a World War II veteran, but he also served as the vice president of operations for the Indiana Gas Company, a member of the New Albany Lions Club since 1941, and was a 32nd Degree Mason. In honor of this Indiana native who gave back to his community, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana is looking to give back to other Indiana (Floyd County) natives who are in pursuit of higher education. To qualify, interested students must graduate from a Floyd County, Indiana, high school and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. They must also demonstrate financial need and plan to attend any accredited two- or four-year university. Recipients will be granted a maximum of $4,000 for up to four years ($1,000 per year), or less for those scholars pursuing an associate's or technical/vocational program. While preference will be given to those planning to attain a technical or vocational credential, it is not a requirement to apply. If you’re interested in discovering similar scholarships, we encourage you to explore these scholarships for Indiana residents and their dependents. Happy applying!Show Less

The Norman K. Russell Scholarship is an award that recognizes and supports graduate or doctoral students who are dedicated to orientation, retention, and transition and are currently enrolled in an orientation-related field or program. This scholarship is designed to enhance the orientation field by providing financial assistance to students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their studies. Up to three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded for this purpose, and winners will be announced at the annual conference. If you're a graduate student with a passion for the orientation field, don't miss out on this opportunity! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Gary Bishop Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of Gary Bishop, an Oklahoma native who served as the assistant director of Total Performance Records, as well as the director of feedlot and carcass programs, and of field services. He was also a member of AHA (American Hereford Association) since 1973, eventually being named the director of youth activities for his demonstrated commitment to the "betterment of Hereford youth organizations." If you, like Gary, have participated and made a difference in such an organization (specifically the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA)) through your membership, the Gary Bishop Memorial Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! To qualify, students can be of any major so long as they are NJHA members with a minimum 2.5 GPA. This is one of the many Hereford Youth Foundation of America Scholarships offered by the National Junior Hereford Association. If any of them sound like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply and explore these additional scholarships for agriculture students. Happy applying!Show Less

Are you a California resident attending or planning to attend an occupational or technical training program? If so, you could qualify for the Cal Grant C Scholarship to help fund your education! Offered by the California Student Aid Commission, this scholarship is intended to support California residents who need some extra hep paying for college. For students attending a Cal Grant eligible private for-profit or private nonprofit institution, this award is worth up to $2,462 for tuition and fees and $547 for books, tools, and equipment (for a total of $3,0009). For students attending a California community college, this award is worth up to $1,094. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in an occupational or technical training program of least 4 months in length. To apply, students must submit the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application. There is no GPA requirement. If you think you could qualify for this scholarship, you may be interested in other scholarship for California residents and scholarships for trade school. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Gardner Dam Camp is an exciting camp experience located in Langlade County, Wisconsin, that features white water kayaking, a climbing tower, canoeing, 75 miles of mountain biking trails, and hosts a Webelos Summer Camp. The enjoyment of the campers largely relies on the kindness and skills of the camp scout and staff members who unselfishly share their time to "make the summer a positive experience." One of these staff members was Drew A. Hegner, a Wisconsin native, former Eagle Scout, and Gardner Damp Camp Waterfront Director who unfortunately passed while deployed in the army. In honor of Drew's memory, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region is offering a $1,500 scholarship. To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must, like Drew, be Gardner Dam Camp staff members. Immediately after their summer employment at the camp, individuals must plan to attend a trade or vocational school, or a 2- or 4-year college or university to qualify. Selection criteria include academic achievement and motivation to succeed and serve. If you're working (or will work) at Gardner Dam Camp and fit the criteria, we encourage you to apply! Don't forget to explore scholarships for Wisconsin residents that you could apply for. Don't miss this chance to turn your summer fun into cash for college!Show Less

Are you ready to receive your college education and make an impact on the cattle industry? If so, and you're a member of the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA), you've come to the right place! Every year, NJHA offers 22 scholarships, altogether offering nearly $200,000 total to college, technical institution, and graduate school students who are members of the National Junior Hereford Association. The scholarships range in value from $2,500 to $10,000 each and require that applicants have a minimum 2.5 GPA to qualify. While the primary 22 scholarships offered are open to NJHA students of any major, one "special" (1) scholarship is specifically offered to Veterinary Medicine students, and another two (2) are available only to non-traditional students. If you're interested in this scholarship, we encourage you to apply! Then, be sure to explore other scholarships for agriculture students available on the platform. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

The Higher Education Scholarships for Orphans of Veterans is a program that offers financial assistance to children of New Hampshire service members who lost their lives while on active duty or due to service-connected disabilities. The scholarship covers expenses such as room, board, books, and supplies at New Hampshire public colleges and universities. It's a great opportunity for deserving students to pursue higher education without worrying about the financial burden. If you fit the eligibility criteria and are looking for help funding your education, we encourage you to apply.Show Less