Top 125 December Scholarships in 2024

Are you a college-bound high school senior with big dreams? If so, consider applying for the Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 to one (1) applicant who writes an essay regarding life story, intended field of study, career and how you specifically will make an impact on the world. The scholarship is offered by Ted and Holly Rollins, entrepreneurs and philanthropists who believe in the importance of assisting hardworking youth in paying for college. If you’re an incoming college student in need of some financial help while you’re off pursuing your dreams, we encourage you to apply to the Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship!Show Less

Are you a high school student with dreams of going to college one day? If so, consider applying for the Visionary Scholarship! Each application cycle, the scholarship awards between $1,000 and $2,500 to five applicants who submit an essay (~500 words) on why college is important to them. The scholarship is biannual, with the deadlines falling on June 1st and December 1st of each year. The scholarship is funded by the American College Foundation, a college preparation cornerstone with all information and related strategies delivered entirely from the family’s perspective.  If you’re a high schooler passionate about receiving a postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply and prepare for your college journey early!Show Less

Are you a Black or African American U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently a high school senior? Furthermore, are you planning on soon attending college and have an interest in global entrepreneurship and/or community engagement? If that sounds like you, consider applying for the Ron Brown scholarship! Dedicated to supporting community-minded and intellectually gifted African Americans, the scholarship awards $40,000 scholarships to 20-25 hardworking students each year. The scholarship is awarded over the course of one’s four-year undergraduate career, offering $10,000 per year. Winners must be planning on attending accredited four-year universities in the United States. In order to apply, applicants must submit two 500-word essays, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation. If you’re passionate about community engagement and want some help paying for college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a college-bound high school senior attending a public school in the United States? Further, do you have a job? If so, you may be eligible for the Hagan Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship vows to meet the unmet financial need of its top applicants, awarding up to $7,500 per semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters (for a total of up to $60,000 over four years)! Applicants may even receive additional money depending upon their GPA, grade level, and other academic achievements. All this information can be found in the “description of scholarship.” The scholarship is funded by Dan Hagan, a self-made businessman from rural Missouri who is dedicated to helping students in similar circumstances to those he experienced in his youth. If you meet the eligibility criteria and want some help paying off your college costs, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

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 in an eligible program 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!Show Less

Will you be a current or incoming university student in the upcoming Fall semester? If so, consider applying for the Kitchen Cabinet Kings Entrepreneur Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,500 to one applicant who best answers the given year’s business-related essay prompt in under 300 words. The scholarship is offered by Kitchen Cabinet Kings, a leading supplier of kitchen and bathroom cabinets nationwide. If you’re a current or incoming post-secondary student passionate about business and wanting to earn some money for college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Stamps Scholarship is Louisiana State University's top scholarship opportunity for select incoming students of the Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College. Selected Stamps Scholars receive the full cost of attendance for four years, in addition to a maximum of $14,000 for enrichment experiences, such as study abroad programs or research opportunities. Stamps Scholar candidates will be chosen from the pool of students admitted to the LSU Honors College, and top candidates will be invited to compete for the Stamps Scholarships. If you're invited to apply for this great opportunity and are an incoming student at LSU's Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College, we encourage you to do so! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Jesse W. Fell Scholarship is Illlinois State University's most prestigious award available to new freshmen. Freshmen who meet the criteria for the Fell Scholarship and apply for admission by the priority deadline of November 1 will be invited to apply for this award via email. Students must submit their scholarship applications by December 15th, and can renew the scholarship for up to three years so long as they maintain a 3.75 GPA and stay enrolled in at least 12 credits per semester. If you're an incoming freshman at Illinois State University with at least a 3.75 high school GPA, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a woman, not from the U.S. or Canada, looking to pursue a graduate degree in one of those countries? If so, you may be interested in applying for the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund! The scholarship is open to women from outside the U.S. and Canada who are pursuing advanced degrees from accredited U.S. and Canadian colleges and universities. The Philanthropic Educational Organization (P.E.O.), a group that has supported women with their educational aspirations since 1869, funds the scholarship. They established the International Peace Scholarship Fund in 1949 to help international women use their educational endeavors to foster global peace. Recipients earn up to $12,500 to help pay for their academic and personal expenses. Winners are encouraged to return to their home countries after receiving their degrees in order to make a positive impact in their home nations. If you are an international student looking to study in the U.S. or Canada and would like some help funding your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a medical student at an accredited medical school in the United States? If so, the MdNect Medical Student Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $5,000 and $2,500, respectively, to the first and second-third place applicants. The first-place winner will receive 50% of the fund once announced as a winner (1st check) and will receive the second 50% of the fund six months afterward (2nd check). If you're a medical student in the United States, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

We’re on a mission to inspire and invest in the next generation of women business leaders. Because big goals come with big price tags, we’re excited to announce the Forté Future Leaders Scholarship. We’re awarding $10,000 in scholarships this year to help fund your education and launch your career. Apply today for a chance to receive one of ten $1,000 scholarships. Forté is for YOU. We’re your ally and biggest champion as you earn your degree, start your career, and explore options like business school and career growth opportunities. Our amazing community of supportive and successful women and allies work together to achieve our goal: equity at every level. Apply now and let your journey with Forté begin! Here’s how it works: Step 1. Complete the form below. See the official scholarship rules on Forté's website. Step 2. Stay tuned to see if you win a $1,000 scholarship! We are awarding five $1,000 scholarships after the Aug. 5, 2024 deadline, and another five $1,000 scholarships after the Dec. 13, 2024 deadline.Show Less

Are you pursuing a two-year or associate's degree program at a college or university in New Hampshire? If so, you may be eligible for some of the many scholarships offered by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's Two-year or Associate Degree Program! There are a variety of scholarships available, offering between $100 and $3,500 each to winning applicants. To find out more about each scholarship’s specific requirements, we recommend checking out their individual profiles on the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation website. Upon completing the General Application, students will be considered for each of the scholarships they may be eligible for. With that said, if you are enrolled in a two-year or associate's degee program in New Hampshire, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less