Top 249 March Scholarships in 2023

Open to any student who has lost a loved one and submits an essay on how that loss influences what you want to "fight" to achieve in life.

Are you a full-time high school junior in the U.S. dedicated to pursuing and completing a bachelor’s degree after high school? Additionally, do you demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income)? If either applies, we encourage you to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarships! Awarding low-income students for overcoming and persevering through the challenges in their lives, the Horatio Alger National Scholarships grant $25,000 and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington D.C. to 106 students each year. All you need to do to apply is fully complete and submit the online application and required materials (which are also submitted on the application). If you’re a low-income student passionate about receiving an undergraduate education, the Horatio Alger National Scholarships may be a great opportunity for you! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from December 1st to March 15th annually.

Are you a high school senior with critical financial need and perseverance in overcoming adversity? Further, will you be enrolled in a U.S. college or university the fall after graduation? If so, consider applying for some of the many Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarships! These scholarships aim to help U.S. citizens with financial need attend college at a lower cost, awarding between $10,000 and $52,000 each. The scholarships are offered by the Horatio Alger Association, an organization with a mission to “fund need-based college scholarships for low-income youth to pursue their dreams through higher education.” As each scholarship has differing criteria, there are bound to be some you meet the criteria for. We recommend giving them a look-through and applying if you meet the criteria!

Every year, the American Chemical Society Scholars Program awards renewable scholarships to high school seniors and college undergraduates from historically underrepresented groups. Well-informed about the costs of hefty university tuition fees and funds needed to acquire appropriate lab equipment, the American Chemical Society aims to alleviate some of these expenses for a few lucky students each year. Applicants to the program must be currently planning or intending to study the chemical sciences in college and pursue chemistry-related careers. If you plan on studying chemistry and want a solution to heavy college costs, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that this scholarship runs from December 1st to March 1st every year.

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education degree. Each year, the Fontana Transport, Inc. Scholars Program awards up to $5,000 to multiple underrepresented, high school seniors who will be first-generation college students and want to help their families and communities. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a graduating, high school senior of African descent who plans on attending a U.S. four-year university in the Fall following graduation? Further, do you plan on pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or a business field If so, consider applying for the Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship! Each year, four applicants are selected to win a $5,000 scholarship that can be renewed for up to four years, while 41 others win a one-time $2,500 scholarship. The scholarship is funded by Microsoft itself to “support the continued growth and development of black employees and encourage students to pursue a career in technology.” If you’re a Black high school senior seeking to pursue a degree in computer science, business, or a related field, we encourage you to apply to the Blacks in Microsoft Scholarship!

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

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

Have you ever seen the creative, personalized versions of the Google logo that Google puts up on the site for holidays and other special occasions? Well, did you know that the Doodle for Google contest allows K-12 students to submit their own creative interpretations of the Google logo? Each year, eligible K-12 students may submit their own Google Doodles to the contest for the chance of winning up to $30,000 for themselves and $50,000 for their school or non-profit organization. In addition to the monetary award, the winner will have their logo displayed on the Google website for 24 hours and will receive Google hardware and “fun Google swag.” National finalists will receive a $5,000 college scholarship, receive Google hardware and swag, and will have their artwork displayed in the Doodle for Google gallery. If you’re a creative K-12 student wanting to put your art skills to the test, the Doodle for Google Scholarship contest may be the perfect opportunity! We encourage you to apply.

Are you over 14 years of age, enrolled in high school or college, and enjoy making original artwork? If so, the Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest may be the perfect opportunity for you! Each year, the contest awards $10,000 to the applicant who submits the best holiday, greeting, or all-around holiday card. While the top ten finalists will be decided by a public vote, the final winner will be decided by a panel of judges. The contest is offered by The Gallery Collection, the “leading business-to-business online and mail order publisher of premium quality personalized Christmas, Holiday, and Everyday greeting cards in the United States.” If you’re a student aged 14 or older who wants to put their card-making skills to the test, we encourage you to apply!

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student excited about your future? Consider applying for the Frame My Future scholarship! The Frame my Future scholarship awards up to $6,000 to multiple students each year who submit visual representations of what their future will look like. In addition to their artwork, applicants must submit an essay (500 words or less) in which they explain the meaning of their piece. If you’d like to create your own future (in art/visual form), we encourage you to apply! This is a great opportunity to imagine your future while setting up for it, too.

The 4-H Youth In Action Awards are funded by 4-H, a youth development organization that provides experiences where young people can get involved to improve their lives and the communities around them. Every year, their 4-H Youth In Action Awards grant $5,000 to multiple 4-H members and alumni who are between the ages of 15 and 19 and plan on attending a postsecondary institution. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a member of the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts? You might consider applying for the VFW Scout of the Year Scholarship! This scholarship honors high-achieving Scouts who demonstrate standout citizenship, patriotism, and love for their country. The scholarship is funded by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), an organization that has been in partnership with the Boy Scouts of America since 1915. If you have a strong record in Scouts and you’re seeking funds to help pay for college, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a high school sophomore or junior interested in entering an essay contest? If so, consider applying for the Achievement Awards in Writing! The awards are open to nominated students who submit a piece of creative/argumentative writing. The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), a nonprofit professional association of educators, offers the contest to recognize students’ talents and achievements. The NCTE focuses on improving the teaching and learning of English and the language arts at all levels of education. Each year, multiple winners are chosen and receive a certificate. Additionally, winners of the “First Class Award" will have their name and their school’s name appear on the NCTE website. If you are passionate about writing, we encourage you to apply! While the scholarship cycle does not open until November 15 of each year, students are encouraged to start thinking of and preparing their first drafts early.

Are you a member of The United Methodist Church? Then you may be eligible to receive a United Methodist GBHEM Scholarship! The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry administers over 70 scholarship programs, including opportunities for high school, college, and graduate students attending school in the U.S. If you’re an active member of The United Methodist Church and you’re seeking funds to help pay for college, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a graduate psychology student conducting LGBTQ-related research? If so, consider applying for the Malyon Smith Scholarship Research Award! The research award is open to graduate students who study psychology and are researching sexual orientation and gender identity. The scholarship is offered by The Society for the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (SPSOGD), a division of the American Psychological Association (APA). They work to promote public education and provide funds to advance research for psychology and LGBT+ research. The Malyon-Smith Scholarship honors past presidents Alan Malyon and Adrienne Smith, who founded the division, while directly supporting young researchers’ work. Each year, multiple students receive up to $1,000 to help fund their proposed research projects. If you are passionate about psychology and LGBTQ+ research, we encourage you to apply!

The Riley West Scholarship is for active members of Oakland Interfaith Youth Gospel Choir who are planning to attend a two- or four-year college. Applicants must be active members in good standing of Oakland Interfaith Youth Gospel Choir in Oakland, CA. They may either be current graduating high school seniors or college students. Together with the application and other required documents, a confirmation letter signed by the OIYGC or OIGC Director or Assistant Director and printed on OIGC Letterhead is also required.

The Anna N. Dosen Serbian Educational Fund is funded by The Pittsburgh Foundation, an organization that works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region by evaluating and addressing community issues, promoting responsible philanthropy, and connecting donors to the critical needs of the community. Each year, their Anna N. Dosen Serbian Educational Fund awards $3,000 to multiple current and incoming undergraduate students of Serbian heritage majoring in engineering or health sciences. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

The NSHSS STEAM Scholarship is for high school seniors planning to major in a STEAM field (science/medicine, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics). The increasing role of technological innovations in our daily life cannot be understated, and by recognizing the significance of the arts, the STEAM field provides a vast amount of opportunity for those interested in it. NSHSS created this scholarship to honor those students who embrace and celebrate the STEAM field and thrive within it. Applicants may submit pictures or videos or media showing your leadership in action (optional).