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Top 1,825 Scholarships for College Sophomores in April 2024

Written by Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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Updated: April 15th, 2024

Scholarships for college sophomores are more common than you’d think! Applying for scholarships throughout college can have a host of benefits. For starters, you can greatly reduce the amount of debt you graduate with. You can also use scholarships to make the possibility of grad school more feasible in the future, or to lessen the financial strain on your household.

To help you finance your college education, we’ve assembled a list of the top, vetted scholarships for college sophomores. Each of these scholarships for college sophomores has been personally reviewed by our team and verified to ensure that you are only seeing the best of the best. Let’s get into it!

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The Scholarships360 Research Team reviews all scholarships individually and strives to exclude any scholarship where any of the below applies:

  • The scholarship requires a fee to apply
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  • Student are required to sign up for a site or service to apply*
  • The scholarship seems primarily used for lead generation** or idea harvesting purposes***
  • The scholarship website has many grammatical errors and/or advertisements
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  • There is no evidence the scholarship was previously awarded
  • The scholarship has not been awarded in the past 12 months
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If you believe a scholarship has been published in error, please reach out to [email protected] and we’ll take a look!


* There are certain exceptions to this, for example if the sponsoring organization is a major corporation or nonprofit with its own scholarship application system.
** Lead generation scholarships will require students to sign up for an app or website and require minimal (if any) application requirements.
***Idea harvesting scholarships will require students to submit blog posts or other materials that companies may use for marketing purposes.

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

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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…Show More

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…Show More

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.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

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Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application

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.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

“Get Inspired” TikTok Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

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Online platforms like TikTok have given people all around the world the opportunity to create and share content. But sometimes with so many people constantly…Show More

Online platforms like TikTok have given people all around the world the opportunity to create and share content. But sometimes with so many people constantly…Show More

Online platforms like TikTok have given people all around the world the opportunity to create and share content. But sometimes with so many people constantly posting and sharing, it’s hard to break out of all the noise. That’s why Scholarships360 is asking what or even who inspires you to create, to share, and to connect with others. To enter this scholarship, all you have to do is follow our Scholarships360 TikTok account, like the “Get Inspired” post pinned to our profile, and comment on what inspires you. For extra consideration, tag some friends who inspire you as well!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

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Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

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!

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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TikTok Diploma Frame Giveaway

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Offered by Scholarships360 and Church Hill Classics

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2 awards worth $250 Diploma Frame Gift Certificates
Deadline Jul 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Scholarships360 and Church Hill Classics

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Have you thought about how you will display that diploma that you're working so hard to earn? We are happy to share that we have…Show More

Have you thought about how you will display that diploma that you're working so hard to earn? We are happy to share that we have…Show More

Have you thought about how you will display that diploma that you're working so hard to earn? We are happy to share that we have the answer! Scholarships360 is excited to announce our new TikTok Diploma Frame Giveaway! In partnership with Church Hill Classics, we are giving away custom diploma frames (in the form of $250 gift certificates) to two lucky students! To apply to win a diploma frame, simply follow these steps: Follow the Diploma Frame TikTok account Follow the Scholarships360 TikTok account Like Scholarships360's pinned "Diploma Frame TikTok Giveaway" post and comment how you will make the most of your high school, career/technical, or college degree! We look forward to reading your comments!Show Less

2 awards worth $250 Diploma Frame Gift Certificates
Deadline Jul 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students
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$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

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Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

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.

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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Foster Greatness Scholarship

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Offered by Foster Greatness

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1 award worth $500
Deadline May 15, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Foster Greatness

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The Foster Greatness Scholarship is offered to one college or graduate student in the state of California who has been part of the foster care…Show More

The Foster Greatness Scholarship is offered to one college or graduate student in the state of California who has been part of the foster care…Show More

The Foster Greatness Scholarship is offered to one college or graduate student in the state of California who has been part of the foster care system in their life. To apply for this $500 scholarship, students must create a short video (one minute or less) introducing themselves and sharing what they would like to see in a community created for people with lived experience in foster care. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must also create a free Foster Greatness account where they will be able to access a variety of digital tools and resources around work, education, and more. This scholarship will be awarded to students based on both the quality of their video response and the manner in which they engage with the Foster Greatness platform. Students who get the most out of the Foster Greatness platform by engaging with the tools and content will be given higher consideration. Finalists will be interviewed about how the Foster Greatness community can positively impact their lives. Apply by May 15th to be considered for this scholarship!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline May 15, 2024
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Apply

“Jump for Joy” InstaScholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

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When you’re not searching for scholarships, what do you like to do for fun? Do you dance? Play sports? Watch movies? Here at Scholarships360, we…Show More

When you’re not searching for scholarships, what do you like to do for fun? Do you dance? Play sports? Watch movies? Here at Scholarships360, we…Show More

When you’re not searching for scholarships, what do you like to do for fun? Do you dance? Play sports? Watch movies? Here at Scholarships360, we know how important it is to enjoy life. That’s why we’re offering a $500 scholarship to one student who tells us what makes them jump for joy! Whether it’s spending time with your friends, playing with your dog, or jamming out to music, we want to know what brings a smile to your face. To apply for this scholarship, simply follow us on Instagram, go to the “Jump for Joy” InstaScholarship post at the top of our grid, like the post, and drop a comment about something you love to do for fun. Extra consideration will be given to students who mention at least one friend in their comment! Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

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Offered by Appily

Easy Application
Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore

Offered by Appily

Easy Application

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore
Apply

“Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship for Black Students

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Scholarships360

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In offering the “Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship for Black Students, we want to help offset the cost of attending college for Black students. Open to…Show More

In offering the “Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship for Black Students, we want to help offset the cost of attending college for Black students. Open to…Show More

In offering the “Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship for Black Students, we want to help offset the cost of attending college for Black students. Open to high school juniors and seniors (graduating class of 2024 and 2025) and undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year, this scholarship aims to lighten your financial worry and allow you to take fewer loans. Remember, scholarships are essentially “free money” that need not be paid back. This scholarship, specifically, aims to help out a Black student who is passionate about their higher education journey and actively looking for ways to fund it. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We look forward to reading your application, and wish you much success on your academic journey! Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

“Making Waves” Scholarship for Women

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level All Grade Levels

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Are you a woman in high school, college, or graduate school enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year? If so, let us help you! Our $500…Show More

Are you a woman in high school, college, or graduate school enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year? If so, let us help you! Our $500…Show More

Are you a woman in high school, college, or graduate school enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year? If so, let us help you! Our $500 “Making Waves” Scholarship for Women aims to help women cover the costs of pursuing their dreams. Whether that dream is starting a business, learning a foreign language, or attending college on the path to fulfilling your dream, the scholarship will cover those costs and make your journey a little easier. No matter your goals, we want to help out a woman who is passionate about their higher education journey and actively looking for ways to fund it. In order to apply, simply write an essay about how the $500 “Making Waves” Scholarship for Women will help you fulfill your dreams. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We encourage you to apply and look forward to reading your essay. Good luck!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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$2,500 ScholarshipPoints Scholarship

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Offered by ScholarshipPoints

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,500
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by ScholarshipPoints

Easy Application

Easy $2,500 scholarship from ScholarshipPoints open to all students.

Easy $2,500 scholarship from ScholarshipPoints open to all students.

Easy $2,500 scholarship from ScholarshipPoints open to all students.

1 award worth $2,500
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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“Tuition Solution” Scholarship for STEM Students

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

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Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500…Show More

Do you like figuring out solutions to difficult problems? Well, if you’re a current or aspiring STEM major, we have one for you! Our $500 “Tuition Solution” Scholarship is meant for high school juniors and seniors (graduating class of 2024 or 2025), as well as undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year who are looking for ways to fund their postsecondary education in STEM. In order to apply, you must write an essay about how your passion for STEM started and how the scholarship will help you fulfill your dreams. No matter which STEM field ignites your interest, we look forward to reading your essays. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. Apply today - it’s time to cell-e-brate you!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
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“A Helping Hand” Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Scholarships360

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At Scholarships360, we know how hard it can be to pay off the hefty costs of a college tuition. Oftentimes, this is even more difficult…Show More

At Scholarships360, we know how hard it can be to pay off the hefty costs of a college tuition. Oftentimes, this is even more difficult…Show More

At Scholarships360, we know how hard it can be to pay off the hefty costs of a college tuition. Oftentimes, this is even more difficult for students coming from low-income backgrounds or for those who demonstrate financial need. This is where our “A Helping Hand” Scholarship comes in! We're offering a $500 scholarship to help out a low-income student who is passionate about their higher education journey and is actively looking for ways to fund it. This award is open to high school juniors and seniors (graduating class of 2024 and 2025), as well as undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year. In order to apply, students should submit an essay detailing how winning the scholarship would help you fulfill your dreams. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We look forward to reading your application!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
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$2,000 Niche “No Essay” College Scholarship

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Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

Easy scholarship from Niche open to all high school, college, and graduate students.

Easy scholarship from Niche open to all high school, college, and graduate students.

Easy scholarship from Niche open to all high school, college, and graduate students.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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“Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Scholarships360

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At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career…Show More

At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career…Show More

At Scholarships360, our mission is to help students find and fund their postsecondary education. We know that students have a variety of educational and career interests and aspirations. That is why we are offering the “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship. This scholarship aims to support all current postsecondary students, regardless of the type of education they are pursuing. Thus, no matter your own unique educational path, we hope you apply for this $500 scholarship. In order to apply for the “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship, students must submit an essay about their career ambitions. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We look forward to reading your application!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
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“Commencing at Community College” Essay Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen

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Community college, also known as two-year college, is a golden opportunity for the right student. These schools offer an affordable education to a diverse range…Show More

Community college, also known as two-year college, is a golden opportunity for the right student. These schools offer an affordable education to a diverse range…Show More

Community college, also known as two-year college, is a golden opportunity for the right student. These schools offer an affordable education to a diverse range of students in a wide range of majors. If starting your postsecondary education at a community college is right for you, we have a scholarship just for you! The “Commencing at Community College” Essay Scholarship aims to financially support community college students who are passionate about their higher education journeys and actively looking for ways to fund it. In order to apply for the “Commencing at Community College” Essay Scholarship, students must submit an essay explaining how earning their degree at community college will help them achieve their educational and career goals. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We look forward to reading your application! Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level High School Seniors & College Underclassmen
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ScholarshipOwl $50,000 No Essay Scholarship

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Offered by ScholarshipOwl

Easy Application
50 awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by ScholarshipOwl

Easy Application

Easy scholarship open to all US-based high school, college, and graduate students. Each month, 4 winners will be selected to earn $1,000 each. In December…Show More

Easy scholarship open to all US-based high school, college, and graduate students. Each month, 4 winners will be selected to earn $1,000 each. In December…Show More

Easy scholarship open to all US-based high school, college, and graduate students. Each month, 4 winners will be selected to earn $1,000 each. In December 2023, there will be 2 additional winners earning $1,000 each. Applicant must be a resident of any of the 50 United States, District of Columbia or US Territories except for Rhode Island and Michigan. Applicant also must be 16 years of age or older and either be enrolled now, or will be enrolled within three months of registration in the Scholarship Sweepstakes, in a qualified high school, college or university within the United States.Show Less

50 awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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“Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Scholarships360

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The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter…Show More

The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter…Show More

The U.S. is home to over 2,000 four-year universities offering bachelor’s degrees. However, attending such universities can sometimes come with hefty costs that can deter students from attending. If you’re in a situation similar to this, we may just have the perfect scholarship opportunity for you: the “Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship! With this scholarship, we aim to help out a lucky undergraduate student (enrolled during the 2024-25 academic year) who is passionate about their higher education journey and actively looking for ways to fund it. The scholarship is open to any U.S. citizen who is enrolled as an undergraduate at a four-year university in the U.S. during the 2023-24 academic year. In order to apply, submit an essay explaining how earning your bachelor’s degree will help you achieve your educational and career goals. Please note that applicants will be reviewed based on both the quality of their essay and quantity of scholarships applied for on the Scholarships360 platform. Scholarships360 users who are more active on the platform will be given higher consideration. We look forward to reading your application!Show Less

1 award worth $500
Deadline Jan 31, 2025
Grade Level College Students
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Sharing is Caring Scholarship

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Offered by Scholarships360

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1 award worth $1,000
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

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Did you know you can win a $1,000 scholarship just by sharing Scholarships360 with your friends? The Sharing is Caring Scholarship is open to all…Show More

Did you know you can win a $1,000 scholarship just by sharing Scholarships360 with your friends? The Sharing is Caring Scholarship is open to all…Show More

Did you know you can win a $1,000 scholarship just by sharing Scholarships360 with your friends? The Sharing is Caring Scholarship is open to all Scholarships360 users who refer their friends to Scholarships360. The more people you refer, the higher your chances of winning! To apply, just send your personal referral link to your friends. For every person who creates a Scholarships360 account using your personal referral link, you’ll gain an entry to the Sharing is Caring Scholarship. Get started by visiting the Scholarships360 Referral Center!Show Less

1 award worth $1,000
Deadline Jul 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
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Top 5 scholarships for college sophomores overall

We went through every scholarship for college sophomores and hand-selected the opportunities below based on three criteria:

  1. The scholarship is from a well-known organization that has been offering the opportunity for several years
  2. The award amount is substantial
  3. The eligibility information is not too narrow, so many students can apply

Here are our picks for the overall top 5 scholarships for current college sophomores:

Top 3 scholarships for Black college sophomores

Top 3 scholarships for Hispanic college sophomores

How to win scholarships for college sophomores

Now that you’ve got a list of opportunities to apply for, let’s get into how to make your applications successful. With so many applications coming in for each opportunity, it’s important to stand out from the crowd.

Essays are a great way to let your unique qualities shine through in your application. To make sure you’re writing the most effective essay you can, try out our “Show, Don’t Tell” essay primer. After that, check out our guides for 250 and 500 word essays. We also have a guide to writing about yourself, a skill that many students struggle with. And to help you get that first word on the page, check out our guide on how to start a scholarship essay, which includes examples to help inspire you!

Also see: How to win local scholarships

Tips for college sophomores

Put your coursework first

One of the highest priorities for any sophomore in college is keeping their grades up. Remember, you are in a unique position to be learning from knowledgeable professors, and you are surrounded by talented peers.

Make sure you are taking advantage of this by going to class, trying your best on your coursework, and taking advantage of additional academic opportunities. If your teachers offer office hours or tutoring, these are great resources to gain a better understanding of your material and can even lead to research or teaching assistant jobs.

Start considering grad school

Sophomore year is still early, but it’s a good time to start considering whether you may want to go to grad school. Try visiting your school’s career offices and talking to upperclassmen in your field to see whether it might be a good fit for you. If you already have your eyes set on grad school, do some research to find out what courses are necessary for your desired program and make sure you are taking them.

Consider a part-time job in your field and/or summer programs and internships

One of the best ways to complement your college education is through first-hand work experience. This can come from part-time jobs during the school year, full-time internships in the summers, and/or summer programs.

Check out our guide on finding an internship and how to get a job in college as a first step. You can also contact your school’s career offices or talk to people in your department to see whether your school offers any internships or opportunities.

Frequently asked questions about scholarships for college sophomores

Can you apply to scholarships once you’re already in college?

Yes, you can! All of the scholarships above are open to applicants who are currently in college. Whether you are applying for funding for your remaining years of undergrad or to stock up a fund for grad school, there are opportunities out there for you.

Will applying to scholarships in college affect my financial aid?

The answer to this question varies on a case-by-case basis and depends heavily on the policies at your school. If you already receive need-based aid, it’s a good idea to reach out to your financial aid office before applying to any scholarships. Ask them how these scholarships might impact your financial aid.

Some schools will end up reducing your financial aid by the amount that you won in scholarships. If this is the case, you’re better off spending your time working a job than applying for scholarships, as they will not end up helping you in the long-run. However, many schools will accommodate scholarships without reducing need-based aid, or only reducing it by a fraction of the scholarship earned.

Besides scholarships, how else can I finance my education?

While scholarships are a great source of educational funding, they are not the only option out there. You can also seek out government grants; just by filling out the FAFSA, you will be able to see whether you are eligible for the Pell Grant. Aside from grants, you can take out student loans, apply for work-study, or find another job on campus.

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