Deadline in October 2026 Scholarships

NSHSS awards five $1,000 scholarships to high school members graduating in 2026 through 2029 who embody civic activism and community leadership in the spirit of Representative John Lewis. Applicants submit an 800-word essay defining good trouble and describing how they get in the way in their community, plus photos or media of activism, a recommendation letter, resume, transcript, and headshot. Applications open May 6, 2026 and close October 6, 2026.

Craig M. Kadish & Associates awards $1,000 to a United States citizen age 17 or older with a demonstrated history of volunteer work or activism dedicated to combating fascism. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited United States undergraduate or graduate program for Fall 2026 and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. The public application requires an approximately 750-word essay, an academic transcript, and proof of enrollment.

The Denver Broncos Foundation awards $2,500 for part-time study or $5,000 for full-time study to Colorado residents entering or attending vocational-technical education. High school seniors, GED holders, and applicants through age twenty-four may pursue qualifying certificate or technical programs on standard or nonstandard timelines.

Lake County, Ohio students with financial need and an interest in the arts, with emphasis on students of color, may apply for instructional programs at The Fine Arts Association through the Sarah Weeden Richardson Minority Scholarship. Award amounts vary. The committee funds tuition assistance for fall, spring, and summer sessions via the FAA financial-needs scholarship application.

Male-identifying incoming freshmen and sophomores at UW-Madison may apply for the Balanced Man Scholarship from Sigma Phi Epsilon's Wisconsin Beta Chapter. Candidates should demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to health and well-being (Sound Mind, Sound Body). Fraternity membership is not required. One recipient receives $5,000. Complete the brief online application on the chapter website by the deadline.

Bold.org exclusive award from Organic Formula Shop for single mothers or single fathers who are undergraduate or graduate students balancing parenting and college. One $2,000 winner selected for essay quality, purpose, ambition, and determination. Requires a 500–1,000 word essay on challenges of being a student and single parent and how the award would help their family's future. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 9, 2026; winners announced Nov 10, 2026.

The OVC Scholarship Network awards $1,000 to a United States citizen or permanent resident age 17 or older who is an undergraduate, graduate, or law student attending an accredited United States school and whose immediate family was affected by a natural disaster in the United States within the last ten years. The public application requires a three-to-five-minute video response and proof of enrollment or acceptance.

Serafini Law awards $1,000 to a United States citizen or permanent resident age 17 or older who is enrolled or accepted as a first-year student at an accredited college or university and earned at least a 3.0 GPA in high school or their first college semester. The public application requires a two-to-three-minute video response, an academic transcript, and proof of enrollment or acceptance.

Bold.org exclusive memorial award for undergraduate or graduate students with at least a 3.0 GPA studying special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, or social work who intend to work in special education pre-K through 12th grade. Two winners receive $5,000 each ($10,000 total). Requires a 400–600 word essay on working with children like Rebecca. Apply on Bold.org; deadline Oct 12, 2026; winners announced Nov 13, 2026.

Maryland community college students who graduate with an associate degree and transfer to a Maryland four-year institution with a 2.5 GPA, demonstrated need (SAI $10,000 or less), and a completed FAFSA may apply for MHEC's 2+2 Transfer Scholarship. Awards are up to $2,000 per year for STEM, teaching, engineering, computer science, math, or nursing majors, or up to $1,000 per year for other majors. Renewable up to three years. Apply through MHEC by October 15. Complete the FAFSA by March 1 for priority awarding.