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Top 43 Rhode Island Scholarships in November 2023

Written by Kayla Korzekwinski

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Updated: September 19th, 2023

Rhode Island may be the smallest U.S. state, but it is not small when it comes to scholarship opportunities! Students in Rhode Island have access to a variety of scholarships for different interests and fields of study. If you’re a Rhode Island resident, continue reading to learn all about the top Rhode Island scholarships and additional resources!

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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.

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents

Minimum GPA: No GPA requirement

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Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship
Niche $50,000 No Essay Scholarship

Offered by Niche

1 award worth $50,000
Deadline Dec 14, 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. Niche is giving one student $50,000 to help pay for tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!

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Grade Level: All Grade Levels

Citizenship: US Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

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 Nov 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 Dec 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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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

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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Dr. James L. Lawson Memorial Scholarship
Dr. James L. Lawson Memorial Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,000
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The Dr. James L. Lawson Memorial Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a General Class license (one of three types of US Amateur…

The Dr. James L. Lawson Memorial Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a General Class license (one of three types of US Amateur…

The Dr. James L. Lawson Memorial Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a General Class license (one of three types of US Amateur Radio licenses) or higher to pursue their dreams in electronics, communications, or related fields. If you reside in any New England state, or New York, and are pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher, this scholarship is for you! Applicants must attend any postsecondary institution in New England or New York to be eligible. Don't miss out on this chance to receive funding for your postsecondary education!

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: Communications, TV/Radio Broadcasting

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

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Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship
Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,500 - $2,000
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for college and university students residing within 175 miles of the YCCC center in…

The Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for college and university students residing within 175 miles of the YCCC center in…

The Yankee Clipper Contest Club Youth Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for college and university students residing within 175 miles of the YCCC center in Erving, MA. If you hold an Active General Class License (one of three types of US Amateur Radio licenses) or higher, you could be eligible for this scholarship. The scholarship is available to students in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Long Island (New York), most of Vermont and New Hampshire, portions of Maine, eastern New York, and northeastern sections of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The recipient must be 22 years or younger as of June 1 of the year of the grant. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your passion!

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting

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

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New England Amateur Radio Festival (NEAR-Fest) Memorial Scholarship
New England Amateur Radio Festival (NEAR-Fest) Memorial Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,500
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The New England Amateur Radio Festival (NEAR-Fest) Memorial Scholarship is open to students holding an amateur radio license for a minimum of one year prior…

The New England Amateur Radio Festival (NEAR-Fest) Memorial Scholarship is open to students holding an amateur radio license for a minimum of one year prior…

The New England Amateur Radio Festival (NEAR-Fest) Memorial Scholarship is open to students holding an amateur radio license for a minimum of one year prior to application. The scholarship gives preference to students with an "Extra Class" license, secondary preference to those with a "General Class" license, and tertiary Preference to those with a "Technician Class" license. Applicants must also reside in the ARRL New England Division (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts), and be pursuing any undergraduate degree or a two-year technical degree in radio communications at any accredited institution. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to further your education and passion for amateur radio!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting

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

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CTRI/Chris Seeber, KA1GEU, Memorial Scholarship
CTRI/Chris Seeber, KA1GEU, Memorial Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $1,000
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The CTRI/Chris Seeber, KA1GEU, Memorial Scholarship is open to students with a General Class license or higher Amateur Radio license. Applicants must be residing in…

The CTRI/Chris Seeber, KA1GEU, Memorial Scholarship is open to students with a General Class license or higher Amateur Radio license. Applicants must be residing in…

The CTRI/Chris Seeber, KA1GEU, Memorial Scholarship is open to students with a General Class license or higher Amateur Radio license. Applicants must be residing in the ARRL New England Division (Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire) to be eligible. If no suitable applicant is identified from this region, applicants from all regions will be considered. Keep on reading to learn more!

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting, Education, Engineering, Math, Science, Technology, and Society

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

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New England FEMARA Scholarship
New England FEMARA Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

Multiple awards worth $2,000
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The New England FEMARA Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a Technical Class or higher US Amateur Radio license to receive financial assistance…

The New England FEMARA Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a Technical Class or higher US Amateur Radio license to receive financial assistance…

The New England FEMARA Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with a Technical Class or higher US Amateur Radio license to receive financial assistance for their education. The scholarship committee will be looking for applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence, financial need, and a passion for community or school involvement. If you're a resident of any of the New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts), don't miss out on this chance to further your education and make a difference in your community.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting

Other Category: Low Income

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

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Byron Blanchard, N1EKV, Memorial Scholarship
Byron Blanchard, N1EKV, Memorial Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The Byron Blanchard, N1EKV Memorial Scholarship is an opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class to receive financial support. If you reside…

The Byron Blanchard, N1EKV Memorial Scholarship is an opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class to receive financial support. If you reside…

The Byron Blanchard, N1EKV Memorial Scholarship is an opportunity for students with an active Amateur Radio License Class to receive financial support. If you reside in the ARRL New England Division, which includes Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Maine, you are eligible to apply. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and passion for amateur radio.

Eligibility information

Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting

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

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East Coast Amateur Radio Service (ECARS) Scholarship
East Coast Amateur Radio Service (ECARS) Scholarship

Offered by ARRL Foundation Inc.

3 awards worth $2,500
Deadline Jan 10, 2024

The ECARS Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an Active Technician Class or higher US Amateur Radio license residing in the ARRL Atlantic,…

The ECARS Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an Active Technician Class or higher US Amateur Radio license residing in the ARRL Atlantic,…

The ECARS Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students with an Active Technician Class or higher US Amateur Radio license residing in the ARRL Atlantic, Great Lakes, Hudson, New England, and Roanoke Divisions (Connecticut, Delaware, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland/D.C., Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia). Applicants must also be studying a STEM field and be enrolled in full-time studies at a two-year trade school or 4-year undergraduate institution. While the ideal age range for applicants is between 17 and 25, older applicants retraining in a changing job market will also be considered. Don't miss out on this chance to further your education and pursue your passion for amateur radio!

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: TV/Radio Broadcasting, Engineering, Science, Technology, and Society

State: Connecticut, Delaware, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia

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George E. Watters Memorial Scholarship
George E. Watters Memorial Scholarship

Offered by New England Water Works Association

1 award worth up to $5,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024

The George E. Watters Memorial Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to a student enrolled in a civil engineering program at a 4-year college or university.…

The George E. Watters Memorial Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to a student enrolled in a civil engineering program at a 4-year college or university.…

The George E. Watters Memorial Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to a student enrolled in a civil engineering program at a 4-year college or university. To be eligible, applicants must be attending or have been accepted into an appropriate college/university program at the undergraduate or graduate level and be from or attending school in New England. If you're a current or incoming post-secondary student who is from or will be attending an institution in New England, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: Civil Engineering

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

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Francis X. Crowley Scholarship
Francis X. Crowley Scholarship

Offered by New England Water Works Association

1 award worth $3,000
Deadline Apr 1, 2024

The Francis X. Crowley Scholarship annually awards $3,000 to a student enrolled in a civil or environmental engineering program or a business management program at…

The Francis X. Crowley Scholarship annually awards $3,000 to a student enrolled in a civil or environmental engineering program or a business management program at…

The Francis X. Crowley Scholarship annually awards $3,000 to a student enrolled in a civil or environmental engineering program or a business management program at a 4-year college or university. To be eligible, applicants must be attending or have been accepted into an appropriate college/university program at the undergraduate or graduate level and be from or attending school in New England. If you’re a current or incoming post-secondary student who is from or will be attending an institution in New England, and you have a passion for civil/environmental engineering or business management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: High School Seniors & College Students

Academic Interest: Civil Engineering, Business

State: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, 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!

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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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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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Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship
Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship

Offered by Rhode Island Foundation

1 award worth $500 - $5,000
Expected deadline May 2024

The Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Rhode Island residents studying nursing in or out of state, as…

The Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Rhode Island residents studying nursing in or out of state, as…

The Albert E. and Florence W. Newton Nursing Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for Rhode Island residents studying nursing in or out of state, as well as non-Rhode Island residents studying nursing in Rhode Island. Rhode Island residents and non-residents alike are welcome to apply using the Rhode Island's Foundation single application for nursing scholarships. This scholarship is just one of eight available, so don't miss out on the chance to be considered for all of them. Apply and take the first step towards a bright future in nursing!

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Grade Level: College Students

Academic Interest: Nursing

State: Rhode Island

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Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship
Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship

Offered by Rhode Island Foundation

Multiple awards worth $500 - $5,000
Expected deadline May 2024

The Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents pursuing LPN degrees, RN degrees, or advanced nursing degree applicants, or non-Rhode…

The Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents pursuing LPN degrees, RN degrees, or advanced nursing degree applicants, or non-Rhode…

The Willard and Marjorie Scheibe Nursing Scholarship is open to Rhode Island residents pursuing LPN degrees, RN degrees, or advanced nursing degree applicants, or non-Rhode Island residents pursuing such degrees in Rhode Island. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate financial need and complete the Rhode Island Foundation's Nursing Scholarships application. Selected winners may earn awards worth between $500 and $5,000. If you're an aspiring nurse from Rhode Island or pursuing a nursing degree in Rhode Island, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

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Grade Level: College & Graduate Students

Academic Interest: Healthcare, Nursing

Other Category: Low Income

State: Rhode Island

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Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship
Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship

Offered by Rhode Island Foundation

1 award worth $500 - $2,000
Expected deadline May 2024

The Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship is open to single parents (men and women) who are Rhode Island residents. Preference is given to parents who…

The Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship is open to single parents (men and women) who are Rhode Island residents. Preference is given to parents who…

The Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship is open to single parents (men and women) who are Rhode Island residents. Preference is given to parents who are currently or have previously received state aid or those who have been previously incarcerated. If you're a single parent in Rhode Island and are currently pursuing a degree or certificate, we encourage you to apply!

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Grade Level: College Students

Other Category: Adult, Single Parent, Parent

State: Rhode Island

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Rhode Island may be the smallest U.S. state, but it is not small when it comes to scholarship opportunities! Students in Rhode Island have access to a variety of scholarships for different interests and fields of study. If you’re a Rhode Island resident, continue reading to learn all about the top Rhode Island scholarships and additional resources!

How to win Rhode Island scholarships

Rhode Island is a small state filled with a lot of history, beauty, and fun opportunities! In order to make the price tag of Rhode Island college smaller, winning Rhode Island scholarships would be extremely beneficial! 

In order to win Rhode Island scholarships, you should highlight the unique aspects of Rhode Island while simultaneously connecting back to your own passions and goals. For example, perhaps you grew up frequently attending Rhode Island beaches and now you want to be a marine biologist. Be sure to explicitly highlight how much your location in Rhode Island helped you realize that you wanted to pursue a career in marine biology. 

Connecting your uniqueness to the uniqueness of Rhode Island will make you stand out in Rhode Island scholarship applications! 

Writing resources for writing Rhode Island scholarship essays 

Many Rhode Island scholarships may have you write an essay about yourself so be sure to familiarize yourself on some common scholarship essay prompts. Check out our guides on how to start a scholarship essay and how to end a scholarship essay to ensure your Rhode Island scholarship application is perfect from beginning to end. 

Additionally, read over our Scholarships360 ultimate guide to finding and winning scholarships to ensure you are well prepared to win Rhode Island scholarships! 

Rhode Island student debt snapshot

According to the Department of Education, in total, Rhode Island residents owe $4.6 billion in federal student loan debt. Student borrowers owe an average of $32,056 each (those numbers do not include private loans). Around 59.7% 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 from colleges in Rhode Island!

Merit scholarships at Rhode Island colleges and universities

Rhode Island College

  • Eligibility: First year students who demonstrate superior academic achievement
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: Admission to Rhode Island College

University of Rhode Island

  • Eligibility: Freshmen based on academic performance in high school, including GPA and course selection
  • Amount: $2,000 up to $15,000
  • Deadline: December 1

Bryant University

  • Eligibility: Incoming first year students with a strong high school GPA, SAT or ACT performance (if submitted), high school class rank, leadership and participation
  • Amount: $5,000 up to $35,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Bryant University

Providence College

  • Eligibility: Freshmen who have exhausted the curriculum available at their school and maintained close to an A average (3.8+ GPA)
  • Amount: $22,000 up to $37,000
  • Deadline: Admission to Providence College

Roger Williams University

  • Eligibility: Offered at the time of admission to recognize what students have accomplished in their learning prior to enrolling at Roger Williams
  • Amount: Varies
  • Deadline: Admission to Roger Williams 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 are a few well-known Rhode Island universities and their in-state vs out-of-state tuition costs:

University of Rhode Island

  • In-state tuition: $16,408
  • Out-of-state tuition: $35,804

Rhode Island College

  • In-state tuition: $9.481
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,014

How do you get in-state tuition? 

Gaining residency status for tuition purposes in Rhode Island can be quite difficult. This is because each Rhode Island college or university has different guidelines for students looking to gain in-state tuition status. Therefore, double check with your intended Rhode Island institution what the requirements are for gaining in-state tuition status. 

Does Rhode Island offer tuition reciprocity? 

Yes, Rhode Island is a part of the New England Regional Student Program which is a tuition reciprocity program among select Northeastern States. This program provides tuition savings to residents in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and of course Rhode Island. Eligibility for this program varies by state and institution so be sure to double check with your intended institution. 

Rhode Island scholarship spotlight

Rhode Island Promise

  • Eligibility: Rhode Island residents who are 2022 high school graduates or GED recipients who are younger than 19 years old. Recipients must enroll at Community College of Rhode Island in the fall immediately following high school graduation or the semester immediately after receiving a GED
  • Amount: Full cost of tuition
  • Deadline: May 1st

Beatrice S. Demers Foreign Language Fellows

  • Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students, professors, or educators who are Rhode Island residents attending/teaching at a Rhode Island college or university who wish to pursue foreign language study
  • Amount: $1,000 up to $20,000
  • Deadline: Varies

John J. O’Connor Jr. Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund

  • Eligibility: Rhode Island residents who are attending a Rhode Island school in pursuit of a CNA, associates, or bachelors nursing degree
  • Amount: $500 up to $5,000
  • Deadline: May 8

Patty & Melvin Alperin First Generation Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Rhode Island high school seniors whose parents did not graduate from college (including community college or college in another country)
  • Amount: $1,000 up to $1,500
  • Deadline: Varies

Paula Akers Memorial Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Must be nominated by a member of The R.I. American Federation of Teachers/Retired, and must be related to them
  • Amount: $1,000
  • Deadline: Varies

RDW Group Communications Scholarship for People of Color

  • Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate Rhode Island BIPOC residents who are studying communications or a related degree
  • Amount: $500 up to $2,000
  • Deadline: Varies

Transform Rhode Island Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Rhode Island Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) high school students, grades 9 – 12. Must be enrolled in a Rhode Island school or be actively home-schooled
  • Amount: $25,000 – 1st place; $15,000 – 2nd place; $10,000 – 3rd place
  • Deadline: Varies

Additional Rhode Island resources

Rhode Island Student Loan Authority scholarship search tool

The Rhode Island Student Loan Authority maintains a database of hundreds of local scholarships. Students must make an account to browse the database.

Rhode Island Foundation scholarships

The Rhode Island Foundation provides several additional scholarships for a variety of students and fields of study.

FAFSA guide

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

Frequently asked questions about Rhode Island scholarships

How can I get in-state tuition in Rhode Island?

To gain in-state tuition, you need to demonstrate your residence in a state and your intent to stay there. If you are financially dependent on your family, they must demonstrate their intentions. If you are financially independent, you only need to demonstrate your own residency and intent to stay.

Sometimes, these requirements will vary based on the school you apply to. Each school has slightly different methods of verifying these requirements, so make sure to check in with your school to see what they’ll need to see.

What is the top-ranked school in Rhode Island?

Although college rankings are somewhat subjective, they can be a useful way to get an overall view of your college options. One of the most commonly top-rated schools in Rhode Island is Brown University. Brown is a member of the Ivy League and has an international reputation for its excellent academics. That being said, there are many excellent schools in Rhode Island, and the main thing that matters is what school is the best fit for you.

Do I need to be a Rhode Island resident to receive Rhode Island scholarships?

Many Rhode Island scholarships do require applicants to be residents. However, there are also many scholarships that are open to non-Rhode Island residents, so do your research!

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