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Top 37 Prestigious Scholarships in September 2023

Written by Zach Skillings

Zach Skillings is the Scholarships360 Newsletter Editor. He specializes in college admissions and strives to answer important questions about higher education. When he’s not contributing to Scholarships360, Zach writes about travel, music, film, and culture. His work has been published in Our State Magazine, Ladygunn Magazine, The Nocturnal Times, and The Lexington Dispatch. Zach graduated from Elon University with a degree in Cinema and Television Arts.

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Updated: September 21st, 2023

While every scholarship is special, some are more distinguished than others. The most prestigious scholarships are extremely selective, but offer incredibly high award amounts. Our list contains both undergraduate and graduate scholarships for students based in the U.S. Read on to see if you find a good fit in one of these prestigious scholarships. Good luck!

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Coca Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Coca Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

Offered by Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

150 awards worth $20,000
Deadline Oct 2, 2023

Are you a college-bound high school senior with a passion for helping others? If so, consider applying for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship! Each year,…

Are you a college-bound high school senior with a passion for helping others? If so, consider applying for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship! Each year,…

Are you a college-bound high school senior with a passion for helping others? If so, consider applying for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $20,000 to 150 lucky graduating high school seniors who plan on enrolling in a U.S. postsecondary institution for the upcoming school year. The scholarship is offered by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, an organization that serves to invest in promising high school seniors who are dedicated to service and leadership. If this sounds like you and you need some help paying off college costs, we encourage you to apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: 3.0

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Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship
Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship

Offered by Jack Kent Cooke Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $55,000
Deadline Nov 16, 2023

Are you a high-achieving high school senior who will need financial help to attend the college(s) of your dreams? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a high-achieving high school senior who will need financial help to attend the college(s) of your dreams? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a high-achieving high school senior who will need financial help to attend the college(s) of your dreams? If so, consider applying for the Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship! This prestigious scholarship offers winning applicants up to $55,000 per year. In addition to monetary awards, winners receive college planning support, advising, and networking opportunities. The scholarship is funded by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting promising students who have financial need. Since 2000, the foundation has awarded more than $222 million in scholarships. The Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship typically accepts applications from August until mid-November, each year. If you’re an academically excellent high school senior looking for some financial help to attend college, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Minimum GPA: 3.5

Other Category: Low Income

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Dell Scholars Program
Dell Scholars Program

Offered by Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

500 awards worth $20,000
Deadline Dec 1, 2023

Are you a college-bound high school senior looking for financial assistance to pay off your postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Dell Scholars…

Are you a college-bound high school senior looking for financial assistance to pay off your postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Dell Scholars…

Are you a college-bound high school senior looking for financial assistance to pay off your postsecondary education? If so, consider applying for the Dell Scholars Program! The program is open to incoming college students who are eligible for the Pell Grant and participated in a college readiness program in grades 11 and 12. The Dell Scholars Program was created by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation in 1999 to provide support for students from low-income backgrounds pursuing a degree. Each year, 500 students are selected to become Dell Scholars and receive $20,000 to pay for their college expenses. In addition to the scholarship, Dell Scholars receive other benefits like a laptop, Chegg credits for textbooks, access to teletherapy, and more. If you come from a low-income background and need some help paying for your education, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from October 1st to December 1st annually.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Minimum GPA: 2.4

Other Category: Low Income

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Burger King Scholars Program
Burger King Scholars Program

Offered by Burger King Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $50,000
Deadline Dec 15, 2023

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada and working at Burger King or are related to…

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada and working at Burger King or are related to…

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada and working at Burger King or are related to an employee? If so, consider applying for the Burger King Scholars Program! The scholarship is open to college-bound high school seniors who work at Burger King or are related to an employee and plan to enroll in college full-time for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship is funded by Burger King Foundation, a non-profit organization and a leader in education that aims to create brighter futures by empowering individuals and feeding potential through education and emergency relief. Awards worth between $1,000 and $50,000 will be granted to help winning students pay for college costs. If you’re passionate about your postsecondary education and you or a relative work at Burger King, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the Burger King Scholars Program typically accepts applications from mid-October to mid-December, every year.

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Grade Level: High School Senior

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Other Category: Athletic

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Barry Goldwater Scholarship 
Barry Goldwater Scholarship 

Offered by The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $7,500
Deadline Jan 26, 2024

Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship!…

Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship!…

Are you a current college student interested in pursuing a research career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship! The scholarship is open to nominated applicants who are college sophomores or juniors studying and conducting research in a STEM field. The Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation offers scholarships to STEM students across the country to help ensure that the U.S. is producing enough "highly-qualified professionals" in these critical fields. This particular scholarship serves as a memorial for Barry Goldwater, a former air force officer and senator for 30 years. Recipients of the scholarship receive up to $7,500 to help pay for tuition, fees, books, and room and board. If you are a STEM major passionate about a future research career, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from the first Tuesday in September to the last Friday in January, every year.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Sophomores & Juniors

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Academic Interest: Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Science/Engineering, Marine/Ocean Engineering, Biology, Entomology, Math, Natural Sciences, Physical Sciences, Meteorology/Atmospheric Science, Materials Science, Psychology, Medicine, Cybersecurity, Chemistry

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship
$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

Offered by Scholarships360

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024

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.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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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.

Eligibility information

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.

Eligibility information

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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The Beinecke Scholarship Program
The Beinecke Scholarship Program

Offered by The Sperry Fund

Multiple awards worth $35,000
Deadline Feb 14, 2024

Are you an exceptional and motivated college junior who hopes to complete a graduate degree in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences? If so, consider…

Are you an exceptional and motivated college junior who hopes to complete a graduate degree in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences? If so, consider…

Are you an exceptional and motivated college junior who hopes to complete a graduate degree in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences? If so, consider applying for the Beinecke Scholarship Program! The scholarship is funded by The Sperry and Hutchinson Company, an organization led by the Beinecke brothers who shared a deep affection and interest in leading a company that set the pace for corporate philanthropy. To honor Edwin, Frederick, and Walter Beinecke, the board of Directors of The Sperry and Hutchinson Company created this scholarship in 1971 to provide financial support and to encourage exceptional young students to pursue opportunities available to them in the field of arts, humanities, and the social sciences. Each chosen scholar will receive $5,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school. If you’re passionate about completing a graduate degree in the arts or social sciences and are looking for some help to fund your graduate study, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Junior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

Academic Interest: Philosophy, Religion, Social Science, Anthropology, Political Science, Visual & Performing Arts, Film/Video Production, Art History, Dance

Other Category: Low Income

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The Rhodes Scholarship
The Rhodes Scholarship

Offered by The Rhodes Trust

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Oct 4, 2023

Are you interested in studying abroad at the University of Oxford? If so, consider applying for the Rhodes Scholarship! The prestigious scholarship is open to…

Are you interested in studying abroad at the University of Oxford? If so, consider applying for the Rhodes Scholarship! The prestigious scholarship is open to…

Are you interested in studying abroad at the University of Oxford? If so, consider applying for the Rhodes Scholarship! The prestigious scholarship is open to students who have completed or are about to complete their undergraduate degree and wish to complete graduate-level study at Oxford. It is offered by The Rhodes Trust, an educational charity that "brings together and develops exceptional people who are displeased with the way things are and have the courage to make a change." Each year, 32 students are selected from around the globe to receive a full-ride scholarship to the university and a monthly stipend that covers living expenses and accommodations. If you are an exceptional student who wants to study abroad and earn a graduate or postgraduate degree in Oxford at no cost, we encourage you to apply! To find out what is specifically requested from applicants from your country, check your eligibility on the Rhodes Trust website.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Seniors & Graduate Students

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

Minimum GPA: 3.7

University: UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

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Knowles Teaching Fellowship
Knowles Teaching Fellowship

Offered by Knowles Teacher Initiative

Multiple awards worth $30,000
Deadline Oct 13, 2023

Are you an aspiring STEM teacher with a degree in a science or mathematics field? If so, you might be interested in applying for the…

Are you an aspiring STEM teacher with a degree in a science or mathematics field? If so, you might be interested in applying for the…

Are you an aspiring STEM teacher with a degree in a science or mathematics field? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Knowles Teaching Fellowship! The fellowship is open to current and incoming high school STEM teachers who (1) have the capacity and determination to commit to teaching as their primary career, (2) have earned a degree in a major related to the mathematics or science discipline they intend to teach within the past nine years, (3) have earned or will earn a valid state teaching credential/certificate/license that enables them to teach mathematics or science in grades 9–12 in the United States, and (4) are entering their first, second, or third year as teacher-of-record during the upcoming academic year. Each year, the fellowship awards $30,000 to multiple recipients each year, which can be renewed to earn up to a total of $150,000 over a five-year period. If you are an aspiring STEM teacher looking for help funding your degree, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: Graduate Students

Academic Interest: Education, Biology, Math, Science, Technology, and Society, Physical Sciences, Chemistry

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Churchill Scholarship
Churchill Scholarship

Offered by Winston Churchill Foundation

Multiple awards worth $65,000
Deadline Nov 1, 2023

Are you a current college senior or graduate interested in obtaining a master's from Cambridge in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a current college senior or graduate interested in obtaining a master's from Cambridge in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the…

Are you a current college senior or graduate interested in obtaining a master's from Cambridge in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the Churchill Scholarship! The scholarship is open to students enrolled at a participating institution who will be graduating during the same academic year as the deadline, or who have graduated from a participating institution in the past 12 months. The Winston Churchill Foundation has offered the scholarship since its establishment during the founding of Churchill College, Cambridge. As a nonprofit public charity, the foundation fulfills Churchill’s vision of deepening the partnership between the US and UK to advance science and technology on both sides of the Atlantic. Recipients of the scholarship are awarded $65,000 for one year of study at the University of Cambridge for an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) or MASt (Master of Advanced Study) degree. If you are interested in earning your master's at Cambridge university, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Boettcher Foundation Scholarship
Boettcher Foundation Scholarship

Offered by Boettcher Foundation

50 awards worth $80,000
Deadline Nov 1, 2023

The Boettcher Foundation Scholarship is open to graduating Colorado high school seniors who have lived in Colorado for their full junior and senior years of…

The Boettcher Foundation Scholarship is open to graduating Colorado high school seniors who have lived in Colorado for their full junior and senior years of…

The Boettcher Foundation Scholarship is open to graduating Colorado high school seniors who have lived in Colorado for their full junior and senior years of high school, and who will graduate from a Colorado high school. Selection is based on academic achievement and intellectual curiosity, leadership, service, and character. This $20,000 scholarship is renewable for four years and can be used at any four-year Colorado university or college. Bear in mind that the scholarship is offered in two models, each of which are used by separate universities: the Cost of Attendance model and the Tuition & Fees model. We recommend checking out the Boetther Foundation's website to learn more about each model and other eligibility requirements.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: High School Senior

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

State: Colorado

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Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship
Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship

Offered by The Institute for Citizens & Scholars

20 awards worth $30,000
Deadline Nov 15, 2023

The Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship applicants must be candidates for Ph.D. degrees in any field of study in the humanities and social sciences…

The Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship applicants must be candidates for Ph.D. degrees in any field of study in the humanities and social sciences…

The Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship applicants must be candidates for Ph.D. degrees in any field of study in the humanities and social sciences at accredited graduate schools in the United States. Candidates are eligible if they have completed all pre-dissertation requirements fulfilled by the application deadline, including approval of the dissertation proposal, and are in the writing stage of their dissertation. Usually, this means that fieldwork or other research is complete and writing has begun by the time of the award, and applicants expect to complete their dissertation sometime within the next year or two. Applicants must also be in a humanities or social science department, writing on topics where ethical or religious values are a central concern.

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Grade Level: Graduate Students

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National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship
National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship

Offered by National Space Club & Foundation

1 award worth $15,000
Deadline Dec 4, 2023

Are you a student planning to pursue a career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the National Space Club and Foundation Keynote…

Are you a student planning to pursue a career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the National Space Club and Foundation Keynote…

Are you a student planning to pursue a career in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship! The National Space Club and Foundation Keynote Scholarship is open to high school seniors and postsecondary students with definite plans to pursue a career in STEM. While all STEM fields are acceptable, those pursuing space-related careers will be shown preference. The scholarship is offered by the National Space Club & Foundation, a nonprofit organization that offers scholarships, fellowships, internships, and other programs to support the education of youths. Each year, the organization grants $15,000 to help one lucky student pay for their postsecondary costs. In addition, the winner will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to speak at the annual Goddard Memorial Dinner in Washington, D.C. If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your chosen degree, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

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Blakemore Freeman Fellowship
Blakemore Freeman Fellowship

Offered by Blakemore Foundation

Multiple awards worth Full Program Costs
Deadline Dec 30, 2023

Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for…

Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for…

Are you a bachelor's degree holder pursuing a career that involves the use of an East or Southeast Asian language? If so, consider applying for the Blakemore Freeman Fellowship! The Blakemore Freeman Fellowship is open to college graduates pursuing a professional, business, or academic career that will require the regular use of East or Southeast Asian languages. Applicants should have already formally studied their target language for at least three years and be willing to partake in extensive language study during the term of the grant. The scholarship is offered by the Blakemore Foundation, a Washington-based charitable trust dedicated to encouraging the use of Asian languages and increasing the understanding of Asian art within the United States. Every year, the fellowship covers tuition, and awards a stipend for related educational expenses, and basic living and transportation costs for the language programs of each of the winning applicants. If you’re looking for some help to pay off your East or Southeast Asian language program, we encourage you to apply!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Academic Interest: Architecture, Journalism, Education, Engineering, Foreign Languages, Law, Math, Political Science, Business, Accounting

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Harry S Truman Scholarship
Harry S Truman Scholarship

Offered by The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

Multiple awards worth up to $30,000
Deadline Feb 6, 2024

Are you passionate about public service? If so, you should consider applying for the Harry S. Truman scholarship! This scholarship is open to college juniors…

Are you passionate about public service? If so, you should consider applying for the Harry S. Truman scholarship! This scholarship is open to college juniors…

Are you passionate about public service? If so, you should consider applying for the Harry S. Truman scholarship! This scholarship is open to college juniors who plan to attend graduate school in pursuit of a public service career. The scholarship is funded by the Truman Foundation, an organization dedicated to fostering the future of public service leadership in the U.S. Many scholarship recipients have gone on to serve in public office, as prosecutors and public defenders, as leaders of non-profit organizations, and as educators. The foundation awards roughly 60 scholarships per year. If you’re passionate about serving your community and you have a strong record of campus and community involvement, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: College Junior

Citizenship: US Citizens

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

Academic Interest: Government/Public Service

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AIFS Generation Study Abroad Scholarships
AIFS Generation Study Abroad Scholarships

Offered by American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS)

Multiple awards worth $500 - $1,000
Deadline Triannual

The AIFS Generation Study Abroad Scholarships' applicants must meet the minimum requirements for the program to which they are applying. Completed scholarship and program applications…

The AIFS Generation Study Abroad Scholarships' applicants must meet the minimum requirements for the program to which they are applying. Completed scholarship and program applications…

The AIFS Generation Study Abroad Scholarships' applicants must meet the minimum requirements for the program to which they are applying. Completed scholarship and program applications must be postmarked or sent via email by the deadlines posted on the scholarship website.

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Grade Level: College Freshman

Minimum GPA: 3.0

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Project GO Scholarship
Project GO Scholarship

Offered by Project GO

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Varies

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project…

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project…

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project GO Scholarship! The Project GO Scholarship is open to ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) and PLC (Marine Platoon Leaders Class) students planning to improve their language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills. Applicants must also be willing to remain in ROTC or PLC for the duration of their program. The scholarship is sponsored by the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO), a branch of the U.S. Department of Defense that provides strategic direction, supports policy development, and provides oversight for the Military Departments and Defense Agencies on present and future requirements related to language, regional expertise, and culture. The DLNSEO also offers a portfolio of programs that provide language support for the Department. Recipients of the DLNSEO's Project GO Scholarship are awarded the full expenses to cover living costs and accommodations for their program. If you’re an ROTC or PLC member passionate about intercultural communication, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Citizenship: US Citizens

Academic Interest: Foreign Languages

Other Category: ROTC

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While every scholarship is special, some are more distinguished than others. The most prestigious scholarships are extremely selective, but offer incredibly high award amounts. Our list contains both undergraduate and graduate scholarships for students based in the U.S. Read on to see if you find a good fit in one of these prestigious scholarships. Good luck!

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How to win prestigious scholarships

If you’re looking into the most prestigious scholarship opportunities, you probably have been successful throughout high school. Odds are you have good grades and test scores that should help you to qualify for these opportunities. That’s great news, but remember, it’s only one part of the application. We’ve put together some tips to help you succeed in the other aspects of prestigious scholarship applications.

Remember, grades aren’t everything

When you submit your application, odds are that your transcript and/or GPA will be included in it. If you have a strong GPA, this is great news for your application. But remember – your GPA speaks for itself; use the rest of your application to highlight the other great things about you.

Try sitting down and making a list of all the things you’re proud of that you’ve accomplished. The accomplishments can range in formality, from winning an academic award to helping teach your younger sibling to read. Make use of this information to highlight your value beyond the number listed in your transcript! Many students earn great grades and test scores; you have to use your application to showcase what makes you unique.

Do your research

One great way to craft a successful scholarship application is to do some research on the mission of the organization offering the scholarship. Tailor each application to the organization you’re applying to. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel each time, but even some minor tweaks to your resume and essays can help make you stand out to the reviewer.

For example, if an organization focuses on working with youth, you should use your essay to discuss the time you volunteered at a summer camp rather than your winning science fair project. Showing that your interests align with theirs is always a great idea.

Apply far and wide

It’s extremely difficult to earn a prestigious scholarship; by nature, they are some of the hardest opportunities to earn out there. Even with a great application, stellar grades, and great test scores, odds are you’ll be rejected by more than a few opportunities.

Remember – a lot of the application process comes down to luck. You could write the best application in the world, but if the reviewer is having a bad day or not paying attention when they read it, you might not make it. On the flipside, if you write about an experience working as a cashier for a summer and your reviewer did the same thing in high school, they might champion your application and ensure you receive the scholarship.

You miss every shot you don’t take, and you lose every scholarship you don’t apply for! The more often you apply, the higher chance there is that you’ll win one of these prestigious scholarships. And don’t let the rejections get you down; the best thing to do is always to go out and keep trying.

Write great essays

Scholarship essays are a very particular form of writing, and it’s worthwhile to accustom yourself to this style in order to write effectively. We’ve put together guides on how to write an essay about yourself and how to start a scholarship essay to help you out. Here are a few additional guides that should come in handy:

Frequently asked questions about prestigious scholarships

What GPA do I need to win a prestigious scholarship?

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Where can I find the most prestigious scholarships?

Our list compiles many of the most valuable prestigious scholarships. Also be sure to check in with your high school counselor to see if there are any local scholarships worth applying for!

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