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High school students in grades 9 through 12 residing and enrolled in school in Greater Arizona or Southern California (Apache, Coconino, Gila, Imperial, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Orange, Pinal, San Diego, Yavapai, or Yuma counties) may enter the BBB Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship. Fifteen regional scholarships are offered, with a $1,500 top award and tiered prizes.
Write a 500-word essay describing an ethical dilemma you have experienced. Deadlines vary by county.
The Better Business Bureau honors students who demonstrate integrity and serve as ethical role models in their schools and communities.
The Ethical Torch Essay Scholarship awards $1,500 (15 winners).
The most recent deadline was October 11, 2026. The scholarship is not currently accepting applications; check the sponsor's official page for a future cycle.
Key requirements include: United States; High school; Arizona; California. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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Active SICB-member graduate students in integrative and comparative biology who have not previously received a SICB GIAR or FGST award may apply for the Grants-in-Aid of Research Program. Awards of up to $1,000 fund supplies and local field costs (not major travel). About 25 to 35 awards are typically made from roughly $30,000 in total funding. Applications are submitted electronically.
Bold.org exclusive award for BIPOC first-generation undergraduate students who are New Jersey residents pursuing a four-year degree with at least a 3.5 GPA. One $13,500 winner selected for ambition, drive, and impact. Requires a 400–600 word essay on challenges, initiative, and educational goals; AI-generated writing is discouraged. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 23, 2026; winners announced Nov 24, 2026.
Bold.org exclusive award for undergraduate or graduate students who currently have diabetes and plan careers helping others with diabetes or autoimmune conditions, including medicine, research, entrepreneurship, or advocacy. One $2,000 winner. Requires a 400–600 word essay on planned impact in the applicant's field. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 23, 2026; winners announced Nov 24, 2026.
Bold.org exclusive award for Texas residents with disabilities who are high school, undergraduate, trade-school, or graduate students; re-entry students encouraged. Two winners receive $1,250 each ($2,500 total). Panhandle applicants preferred. Requires a 400–600 word essay on educational goals, disability impact, and independence. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 23, 2026; winners announced Nov 23, 2026.
U.S. House of Representatives-sponsored coding competition open to middle and high school students in participating congressional districts nationwide. Students or teams of up to four build and submit an original app with a demo video and written materials during the submission window. District winners are recognized by their member of Congress, featured on House.gov, and may receive additional prizes. Register and apply directly at congressionalappchallenge.us.
Bold.org exclusive award for first-generation, low-income (FGLI) undergraduate students with at least a 3.0 GPA who are pursuing STEM at a Historically Black College or University. One $10,000 winner. Applicants write a 400–600 word essay on why college matters and what they hope to gain from the experience. Apply directly on Bold.org; deadline Oct 28, 2026; winners announced Nov 29, 2026.