District of Columbia Scholarships
Living or studying in District of Columbia qualifies you for scholarships that most students never see: statewide awards restricted to DC residents, where the applicant pool is a fraction of any national contest. These verified awards sit on top of the national scholarships and District of Columbia's own state aid programs, so treat them as one layer of a larger funding plan.
- Open scholarships
- 1
- Next deadline
- Feb 5
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Common questions
How many District of Columbia scholarships are there?
Award Scholar currently lists 1 verified scholarships for District of Columbia students, with amounts and deadlines checked against each sponsor's official page.
What District of Columbia financial aid exists beyond scholarships?
District of Columbia runs its own aid programs, including DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG), administered by Office of the State Superintendent of Education. File the FAFSA (June 25, 2026 for priority consideration. DCTAG (via the DC OneApp): July 1, 2026 for priority consideration.) to unlock them, then stack private scholarships on top. See the full District of Columbia financial aid guide for deadlines and eligibility.
Can District of Columbia students also win national scholarships?
Yes. Statewide awards restrict the applicant pool to District of Columbia residents, which improves your odds, but they are one layer. Most winning students combine state-restricted awards, national scholarships that match their profile, and state aid.
When is the next deadline?
The next verified deadline in this group is February 5, 2027. Deadlines are spread across the whole year, so a miss is never fatal — new windows open every month.