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Scholarships360 exclusive $1,000 essay scholarship for Illinois high school, college, and graduate students who live in or attend school in the state. Applicants describe a person who inspired them to take meaningful action and explain the significance of the resulting project or activity. Selection weighs response quality and Scholarships360 platform activity. Apply by Dec 31, 2026 on Scholarships360. One winner; funds sent to the winner's institution.
The Illinois Horizon Scholars Award awards $1,000 (1 winner). It is sponsored by Scholarships360.
The deadline is January 1, 2027. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
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Kids' Chance of South Carolina awards $500 to $3,000 to students ages 16 through 25 whose parent was killed or seriously injured in a compensable work-related incident involving a South Carolina employer. Eligible students may attend vocational, technical, community-college, undergraduate, or graduate programs.
Essay written for youYear-long no-purchase sweepstakes for Upromise members who are legal U.S. or D.C. residents of the age of majority. Members earn entries by linking a 529 or student loan account, opening an Upromise Mastercard, and earning cash-back rewards; alternate free entry methods are described in official rules. Monthly, quarterly, and annual prizes up to $20,000 support college savings goals through December 31, 2026.
No essay requiredBold.org exclusive award supporting Black/African American women earning a graduate degree while working full-time. One $500 winner selected for ambition, need, and boldest Bold.org profile. Applicants write a 400–600 word essay describing the life of their dreams. Apply directly on Bold.org; deadline Dec 31, 2026; winners announced Feb 1, 2027.
Essay written for youBold.org exclusive memorial award for high school seniors, undergraduates, or graduate students personally affected by mental illness or with a family member affected by mental illness. One $2,000 winner. Applicants write a 400–600 word essay on how mental illness has affected them and/or their family. Apply directly on Bold.org; deadline Dec 31, 2026; winners announced Feb 1, 2027.
Essay written for youNational program for rising high school seniors who design and lead a youth service project on or around September 11. Participants receive a free planning toolkit, carry out the project with an adult advisor, and document impact. After completing the project, outstanding leaders may apply for one of up to ten $5,000 college scholarships judged on leadership, creativity, and community impact. Applications open October 1, 2026 and close December 31, 2026.
Essay written for youCARRY awards at least $500 to a current high-school senior or full-time undergraduate student who will enroll full-time at an accredited college or university for the applicable fall semester. The public application requires a recommendation, transcript or acceptance letter, resume, and applicant-authored personal video of no more than two minutes.
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