Scholarship Resources
Scholarships
When searching for local scholarships, be sure to check the places you visit regularly. There are many smaller local scholarships available through clubs where you or family are members; churches, banks and even your parent's places of employment may offer scholarships. Ask everywhere you go. You may be surprised.
**Transcript: Most scholarship committees will want a copy of your high school transcript. To obtain your transcript, please use the following link: https://www.parchment.com/u/registration/25419/institution
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Complete a series of Financial Genius for Life online learning modules for a chance to win. $2,500-$20,000 |
10/30 |
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(Academy) - Disney Dreamers Academy is a 4-day, power-packed event in which 100 select high school students, ages 13 to 19, are inspired, motivated, and prepared to dream big. |
10/31 |
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($2,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and your best friend joined the Walking Dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top five things you’d bring to stay alive." |
10/31 |
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($35,000) Voice of Democracy audio-essay program gives high school students the unique opportunity to express themselves regarding a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. The national first-place winner receives a $30,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college, or vocational/technical school. |
10/31
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Tumwater Soccer Club Scholarship |
The Tumwater Soccer Club is offering scholarships for post high school education between $4,000 and $6,000. Scholarship(s) will be awarded to the top scoring applicant(s). All candidates must meet the following requirements. Eligibility 1. The candidate must have played at least one complete soccer season with the Tumwater Soccer Club. 2. The candidate must be a senior attending a school within the Tumwater School District (this includes private and home schools) |
4/16 |
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$1,000 for students pursuing associate degrees, technical training, or certificates to enter the construction industry. |
11/1 |
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The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial needs who seek to attend and graduate from the nation's top four-year colleges and universities. Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational expenses – including tuition, living expenses, books, and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition and other grants or scholarships they may receive. |
11/14 |
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($500) Must submit two small essays, one related to travel, & the other on why they deserve a scholarship. Must be 16-25, w/ 2.5 GPA or greater. US citizenship is required. |
11/15 |
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($500) - In 10 words or less, say why you deserve the scholarship. |
11/15 |
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Up to $25,000 for high school seniors who are members in good standing of an affiliated National Honor Society chapter. |
11/26 |
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($2,000-$4,000) - The Washington State Governors' Scholarship for Foster Youth is a scholarship program that helps young men and women from foster care continue their education and earn a college degree. |
11/30 |
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The Leadership 1000 Scholarship awards funding to high school seniors attending eligible high schools and planning to enroll in a Washington state college or university. The scholarship is renewable, and it is available in amounts up to $5,000 per academic year. In addition to the scholarship, scholars receive guidance regarding career, financial aid, and networking opportunities with CSF alums and scholarship donors to ensure students graduate with a four-year degree and succeed in life. |
11/30 |
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($5,000) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn't matter or that college is a waste of time and money?" This award is for U.S. students. You must be 14 years of age or older to apply. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must reside in the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. |
11/30 |
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($20,000) - The Dell Scholars Program emphasizes a student’s determination to succeed beyond academic record and test scores. Our GPA requirements are Grit, Potential, and Ambition. We reward low-income, highly motivated students who are better than their numbers indicate and demonstrate the drive to succeed despite personal obstacles. Our scholars have demonstrated grit, potential, and ambition in their quest for a college education. |
12/1 |
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The Point Flagship Scholarship empowers LGBTQ students to earn their undergraduate, graduate, & doctoral degrees at accredited colleges in the United States. Amount: Financial award based on need, renewable for up to four years of support. |
12/5 |
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Teens in grades 7–12 (ages 13 and up) can apply in 28 categories of art and writing. See the link for local deadlines: http://www.artandwriting.org/the-awards/guidelines-deadlines |
12/5 |
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From Get Schooled. Who’s Eligible?: Current High School Juniors and Seniors (Classes of 2025 & 2026). Award: $2,000 Scholarship (Five (5) Scholarships in Total) |
12/8 |
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This year’s theme encourages students to recognize the relationship between art, science, and technology around them and discover new ways to connect the dots. NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, invites students in grades K-12 to participate in the 2024 NASA Langley Art Contest, using the theme “Connect the Dots.” The contest is open to all children who are residents of the United States and currently in grades K-12 |
12/31 |
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($1,500) - In 250 words or less, submit a response to the question: "Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." |
12/31 |
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($10,000) - Submit an online written response to the question: "Would you rather be smart, funny, or rich? Why?" (250 words or less) |
12/31 |
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Mann Lake’s scholarship is for college students who aspire to be outstanding and extraordinary. We are looking for academically excellent students pursuing a better education who are currently enrolled in or about to enroll in an apiology program, majoring in agriculture and environmental sciences or related studies. |
12/31 |
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The Stromberg’s Chicken scholarship provides a one-time reward of $1000 for tuition, books, computers, accommodation, or any education-related expense. There’s no GPA requirement and no application forms. |
12/31 |
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Tumwater Lions Club Scholarship |
The Tumwater Lions Club will award a $1500 educational scholarship for one Tumwater HS student. | 12/31 |
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The Kelly Foundation of Washington is offering $3,000 awards for its scholarship program, the Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship. This award is named in honor of Ewing C. Kelly, a longtime radio and television broadcaster. The Ewing C. Kelly Scholarship is designed to reward students who demonstrate good citizenship while striving to attain their academic goals. Applicants will be judged on their academic merit, extracurricular achievements--both scholastically and in their community--and financial need. | 3/7/25 |
Start Your Scholarship Search Early and Understand This Is an Ongoing Project. There Are Scholarships That Are Available to Apply for Each Year During Your Academic Career. some Search Engines Are Below to Help Get You Started.
Washboard.org Is a Great Place to Start As It Was Specifically Built for Students in Washington. Explore Multiple Sites to Find a Couple That Suits Your Needs.
https://www.scholarshipjunkies.org/
Https://washboard.wsac.wa.gov/login.aspx
Https://www.scholarships.com/
Https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/scholarship-search
Https://www.fastweb.com/
Https://www.goingmerry.com/
Https://scholarshipowl.com/
Https://www.cappex.com/
Https://bold.org/
Https://www.careeronestop.org/toolkit/training/find-scholarships.aspx
Https://www.fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/
Https://www.dosomething.org/us
Https://www.unigo.com/
Https://myscholly.com/search/
Https://studentscholarships.org/
Http://www.scholarshipdetective.com/scholarship/
Https://www.petersons.com/scholarship-search.aspx