Last modified: January 7, 2025
Upcoming Scholarships – Mrs. Morgan’s Scholarship Page
JANUARY
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Due: January 3
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $40,000
Eligibility for the GE-reagan Foundation scholarship Program Candidates must
Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
Be citizens of the United States of America
Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2024 or spring 2025. Homeschooled applicants, and applicants living on a U.S. Armed Forces base and attending high school outside the U.S. are eligible.
Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2025-2026 academic school year
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2025 Access/VSA Playwright Discovery Program
Due: January 8th 9:59pm Mountain Time
Who Can Apply: 9-12th Grade with a Disability
Amount: $1,000
Young writers enrolled in senior high school (generally, ages 14-19) with disabilities are invited to submit a ten-minute script of any genre for the opportunity to participate in a playwrights program. Entries may be the work of an individual student or a collaboration between two student (at least one student with a disability). A panel of theater professionals selects winners.
Writers are encouraged to craft short (10 minute) works from their own experiences and observations through the creation of fictional characters and settings, writing realistically, metaphorically or abstractly about any topic, including the disability experience. Scripts may be non-linear.
The competition is open to U.S. and international applicants. However, all pieces must be submitted in English or ASL; pieces submitted in other languages will not be accepted.
Can be either an individual or co-author. Co-authorships of up to two students are accepted, but both authors must fulfill eligibility requirements and at least one must be a student with a disability. Co-authors do not have to be in the same grade level. The application must include information for both authors. Co-authors will share the financial prize equally (i.e. each author receives $500 USD).
Entrants must be a student with a disability or a co-authorship that includes a student with a disability.
Authors must be students enrolled in senior high school (generally, ages 14-19) on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 in order to apply.
Previous applicants are eligible to reapply in subsequent years until they win or age out of the competition. Any applicant may win only once.
Winners must be present for all Access/VSA Playwright Discovery Program workshop events (virtual date Saturday, March 29, 2025; in-person dates July 6-10, 2025) in order to be eligible for the award.
If selected as a finalist, applicants are required to provide proof of age and disability, and must be willing to publicly disclose that they have a disability for all materials and public appearances associated with the Access/VSA Playwright Discovery Program.
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Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship
Due: January 8, 2025
Who Can Apply: Ages 16-26
Amount: $5,000 – $25,000
ABOUT THE LIVE MÁS SCHOLARSHIP: No grades. No test scores. No essays.
The Live Más Scholarship is designed for students ages 16-26 who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond. All it takes is a two-minute video telling us what you’re passionate about and how you plan to make a difference.
This is your chance to be part of something bigger.
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DECA Scholarships
Due: January 10th
Who Can Apply: Seniors who are members of DECA
Amount: Varies
DECA’s scholarship program provides over $200,000 in scholarships to high school and college DECA members at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) each year. DECA Inc. administers the program based on guidelines set by the donor. DECA scholarships are strictly merit-based.
DECA members will apply for scholarships through the Student Member Portal. Once in the portal, click “Apply for Scholarships,” complete your profile and click “Submit” at the bottom. After submitting your profile, the scholarship applications will populate with any scholarships for which you meet the criteria. Scholarship applications may be saved and finished later, providing that your student profile is submitted. The scholarship program will time out after 20 minutes of non-usage.
The Corporate Scholarship Program consists of scholarships provided by partners that have specific eligibility criteria. Scholarships are awarded based on the specific criteria as well as DECA involvement, leadership ability, community service and academic performance.
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Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Due: January 13, 2025 at 2:00 pm MT
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $5,000
Be current high school seniors and current undergraduates in one of the 50 U.S. states, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico who plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two-or four-year college or university in the United States for the entire upcoming academic year. Demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in your community by encouraging others to pursue higher education. Be willing to provide a release to publicize their identities and information about their achievements along with photographs for use in program promotion and information. Have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
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APIA Scholarship
Due: January 15
Who Can Apply: Seniors of Asia or Pacific Islands heritage
Amount; $2,500 – $20,000
All applicants must:
• Be able to describe their ethnicity, heritage, or ancestry in relation to the countries, territories, or lands in Asia or the Pacific Islands
• Be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States; citizens of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau are also eligible to apply
• Be enrolling or continuing as a degree-seeking undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in fall 2025
Note: students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. Full-time and part-time degree-seeking students are eligible, as well as students who plan to enroll in online courses at accredited institutions. Students who are pursuing a second bachelor’s degree or a graduate level program are not eligible to apply.
Complete the APIA Scholarship online application by Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5pm Eastern Time More Info About APIA Scholarship
Dolly Parton Songwriters Award
Due: January 15th
Who Can Apply: 17 to 24 year olds
Amount: $20,000
The Dolly Parton Songwriters Award is an annual, nationwide competition open to aspiring songwriters. The awards can be used as a career grant for study, instrument purchase, recording costs, or other professional expenses and are not restricted to tuition costs. Founding endowments include a lead gift from Sony Music Publishing’s Rusty Gaston as well as a contribution from country superstar Luke Combs.
Eligibility Requirements for All applicants:
must be between the ages of 17 and 24 as of February 15, 2025. must be in residence in the United States or its territories. may only submit one application per BMI Foundation awards program. may not submit the same musical work to more than one BMI Foundation awards program. may only submit works that have not been assigned to any major music publisher or major record label. may only apply if they have not previously won the Dolly Parton Songwriters Award or Nashville Songwriting Scholarship. (Honorable mention may apply again.)
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Boeing Scholars Program
Due: January 15
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $7,000 10 awards given
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Be enrolled as a high school senior and plan on joining a career in the aviation industry. A) Be interested in aeronautical science or aviation maintenance science.
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AWA Foundation Scholarship
Due: January 15th
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $2,000 to $4,000
Scholarships are awarded to female with North American citizenship and a passion for a career or advancement in the automotive, mobility and its related industries. While AWAF members and family members are encouraged to apply for scholarships, we encourage applicants who are not affiliated with the organization to also apply. To be eligible for a scholarship, applicants should be already accepted to or enrolled in an accredited collegiate program, with a 3.0 or higher GPA and a citizen of North America.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION SUBMISSION Please read this first: No two-sided copies except original transcripts, no staples (paperclip ok), no special weighted paper, cover or folder. We do not accept any delivery method where our signature is required as your proof of delivery. One-page cover letter explaining your automotive or related career aspirations Resume: include education, work experience, extracurricular & volunteer activities (max 2 pages) High School Senior: provide high school transcript and proof of acceptance to the college/university or class enrollment schedule College Level: transcript from your current educational institution or last transcript if you are returning or transferred Optional documents: recommendation letter(s) from school, work, sports activities or church AWAF reserves the right to modify its scholarship guidelines and eligibility requirements at any time, without notice to current or future applicants or recipients, and without liability.
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National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Due: January 15
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $1,000 to $10,000
Competition open to all high school senior who are U.S. citizens and are planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government. All awards are for one year. To Apply A complete scholarship application must include THREE (3) copies of a double-spaced COVER PAGE containing the following information, double-spaced, in the following order: Applicant’s full name (nickname in parentheses) Applicant’s home address (street, city, state, zip code) Applicant’s home telephone number with area code Name of Applicant’s school Applicant’s school address (street, city, state, zip code) Applicant’s school telephone number with area code Number of students in senior class / number of students in school Name and title of Principal / Guidance Counselor recommending Applicant Name(s) of college(s) preferred: first three choices in order of preference How did the Applicant learn of the Scholarship Program? What search engine did you use, if any, to find the Scholarship? Is Applicant a high school senior? (Y / N) Applicant’s date of birth If applicable, PA county of residence (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery) Applicant’s home e-mail address Applicant’s cell phone number Do you have a relative who is/or has served in our Armed Forces? If so, state their relationship to you and when they served Note: You are welcome to send a photograph with your application. We highly recommend all applicants send their applications Priority Mail, if at all possible. Last year a number of applications took many weeks to arrive.
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United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarships
Due: January 17
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $1,500
Each year (April) $1,500 grants will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the United States, who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, or universities. Grants for $1,500 will be presented to students who plan to continue their education at a vocational / industrial school.
The number of grants awarded annually will be at the discretion of the United States JCI Senate Foundation. The monies must be used for educational expenses in the first year of full-time study. Checks awarded will be made out in the name of the recipient and the educational institution of their choice.
Eligibility:
Graduating high school seniors in the United States, where that state has an active JCI Senate program. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this scholarship.
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Profile in Courage High School Awards
Due: January 17
Who Can Apply: 9-12th Grade
Amount: $10,000 17 awards given
To be eligible for the scholarship a student must: A) Be a United States high school student in grades nine through twelve. B) Be attending public, private, parochial, or home schools and be under the age of twenty. Applications can be found by going to:
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Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Due: January 30, 2025
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $1,000
Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media–and this doesn’t include computer use for schoolwork–according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.
Submit a 140-character statement that completes this sentence: Instead of spending time with technology, I’d rather…
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Utah CTE Scholarship
Due: January 31
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $ 1.000
The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships and Tuition Awards are for outstanding CTE students in Utah. The scholarships/awards are sponsored by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) with funds provided by participating higher education institutions. The award amount varies by institution. Below is the list of participating institutions, the number of scholarships/awards offered, and the amount of the scholarship/award.
Note: Brigham Young University, University of Utah, and Utah State University do not participate.
Scholarship and award amount to be announced by November 1, 2024.
Timeline Tuesday, November 5, 2024 Tips and Tricks to Prepare Students for the 2025 CTE Scholarship Application Webinar 11 a.m. – Noon via Zoom Meeting ID: 899 5363 3431 | Passcode: 95951039
Friday, November 1, 2024 CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards Application Goes Live
Friday, January 31, 2025 CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards Application Due to USBE via Adobe Sign
February/March 2025 CTE Scholarships and Tuition Awards Recipients/Winners Notified by E-mail Provided on Scholarship Application Note: If you do not receive an award notice by Friday, April 25, 2025, you are not a recipient of a scholarship.
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Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship
Due: January 31
Who Can Apply: All Seniors, regardless of gender
Amount: $5,000
The following criteria apply to all scholarship applicants:
Applicants must be citizens of the United States. Applicants must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States. All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance. Awards are based on academic excellence, commitment to the field of study, and/or financial need, or other restrictions on specific scholarships. Awards are placed on deposit with the recipient’s college or university and any unused portion shall be returned to the DAR. Applicants are only eligible to receive one national scholarship from the DAR Scholarship Committee.
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The Advocates Law Scholarship
Due: January 31
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $1,000
Write a 300-500 word essay on the following topic: What are some of the problems we face on the roads? How can you contribute to improving road safety? What laws (if any) could be changed to accomplish the goal of making streets safer for everyone? Essays should follow a basic essay and paragraph format including an introduction with a thesis statement, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
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Larry H. and Gail Miller Enrichment Scholarship
Due: January 31
Who Can Apply: Seniors admitted to University of Utah
Amount: Up to Full Cost of Attendance
Eligible students are those who:
Are first-year students Are first generation students*, as defined by the Miller Family Foundation Have demonstrated financial need as determined by FAFSA Are considered to have high financial need Are admitted to the University of Utah as a matriculated undergraduate student Are Utah resident for the academic year for which they are applying (this includes graduates of Utah high schools, re: Utah House Bill 253) Submit all application materials and supporting documents (including letters of recommendation) no later than January 31, 2024
*First generation means that the applicant is the first in their immediate family—which includes parents/guardians and siblings—to go to college. Applicants are NOT qualified if a parent, guardian, or sibling has gone to college for any length of time, even if they did not receive a degree.
The Larry H. and Gail Miller Enrichment Scholarship was established in 2002 thanks to the generous support of the Larry H. and Gail Miller Family Foundation. Each year, the scholarship supports deserving students who will contribute to an educational environment at the University of Utah.
The Miller Enrichment Scholarship awards full tuition and fees, on-campus room and board, a textbook allowance, and in some cases, an experiential learning stipend. A primary goal of the program is to encourage and support student involvement on campus, including volunteer service, and leadership opportunities.
The application for the Larry H. and Gail Miller Enrichment Scholarship opens at the end of fall semester and will close by January 31.
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Utah NAME Essay Contest
Due: January 31
Who Can Apply: Grades 9-12
Amount: $500
INTRODUCTION Utah NAME is pleased to announce the launch of our Scholarship Essay Contest for Students. The contest is open to all middle/junior high school students (grades 6-9) and high school students grades 10-12) attending schools in Utah.
This contest aims to encourage young minds to explore and express their thoughts on the theme of “Igniting the Power Within: Nurturing Unity and Compassion in Education,” aligning with the spirit of the Utah NAME Conference.
ELIGIBILITY The contest is open to all middle/junior high (grades 6–9) and high school students (grades 10-12) attending schools in Utah.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE All essays must be submitted by TBD via the form.
ESSAY GUIDELINES Length: Essays should be between 500-800 words. Format: Submissions should be typed in 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, and submitted in PDF format. Originality: Plagiarism and the use of AI when writing the essay is strictly prohibited. All entries must be the original work of the participant.
ESSAY PROMPTS Please use the information below to answer the 2025 Essay Prompt below.
As a middle school/high school student, you have the power to harness your passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in your schools today. As a change-maker, you are also empowering yourselves to create positive change in the future far outside the walls of your school. What are you and your classmates, teachers, and administrators doing at your school or in your classrooms to educate and promote people coming together to create positive change in our society? Looking into the future, what do you hope to do to encourage others to embrace differences and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion?
EVALUATION CRITERIA A panel of judges will assess the essays based on the following criteria:
Adherence to the Theme: The extent to which the essay explores the theme of “Igniting the Power Within: Nurturing Unity and Compassion in Education.” Creativity and Originality: The uniqueness and creativity in presenting ideas. Clarity and Coherence: The clarity of expression and organization of thoughts. Grammar and Style: Proper grammar, punctuation, and overall writing style.
PRIZES High School—Grades 10-121st Place – $500.00 2nd Place – $250.00
Middle/Junior High School—Grades 6-91st Place – $500.00 2nd Place – $250.00
FEBRUARY
Mountain America Elevate Scholarship
Due: February 10th
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: Varies
The Mountain America Foundation will grant scholarships to 150 graduating high school students. The Elevate Scholarship is designed to support youth who embrace Mountain America’s core values and contribute to their communities.
Application criteria: Scholastic records Character and core values Work ethic and experience Community involvement and contributions Leadership in action
Applicants must live within Mountain America’s footprint in Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico or Utah. Applicants must fall within one of the following eligibility groups: A high school student graduating in the 2024-2025 school year. Graduated from high school no earlier than spring 2022 and delayed higher education for military, humanitarian or religious service. Graduated from high school no earlier than spring 2024 and delayed higher education to take a gap year. Applicants must be enrolled as a higher education student, for the first time, in fall 2025. If received, this scholarship cannot be deferred. Scholarship recipients must be enrolled full time at their selected higher education institution. Scholarships granted through this program can only be sent to higher education institutions with a Federal School Code.
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Hispanic Heritage Fund Scholarship
Due: February 15th
Who Can Apply: Seniors with Hispanic heritage
Amount: $500-$5,000
Eligibility Requirements: Must be of Hispanic heritage, U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA
Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2025-2026 academic year
Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)
Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants. HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training Career services include access to select internship and job opportunities with HSF corporate partners HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the STEM Summit, Finance Conference, Media & Entertainment Summit, Entrepreneurship Summit, and Healthcare Summit Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and career opportunities Finally, and importantly, HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students
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Dream US National Scholarship
Due: February 28, 2025
Who Can Apply: Seniors who are undocumented
Amount: Varies
We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated undocumented students who are eligible to receive in-state tuition in their home state (not applicable if attending a private institution) but still have significant, unmet financial need.
Applications are open to undocumented immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before the age of 16 and before Nov. 1, 2019. The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees at one of our Partner Colleges up to a maximum of $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree.
Some Scholars may receive an additional stipend for books, supplies, and transportation for up to $6,000. While we consider your GPA, we place great emphasis on your dedication to community service and your commitment to academic and career success despite the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face daily.
The award follows students through the completion of a bachelor’s degree and is renewable each year – Recipients must meet the continuing eligibility criteria and renew the award each summer.
Utah Schools are University of Utah and Weber State University.
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March
Susan W. Coda Memorial Scholarship Fund
Due: March 1
Who Can Apply: Senior Young Woman attending college outside of Utah
Amount: $6,000 approximately
The Susan W. Coda Memorial Scholarship Fund provides a one-time, merit-based scholarship to an exceptional Utah woman attending a college or university outside the state of Utah.
The recipient must be a graduate of a Utah high school with a minimum GPA of 3.8. She must be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the United States or Canada residing in Utah at the time of application. Applicants are judged on their GPA, ACT/SAT scores, leadership abilities, and involvement in extracurricular school and community activities. Applicants must provide three letters of reference and a short personal essay.
See Mrs. Morgan in the Career Center (N-206)for application.
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Jiffy Lube Teen Driver Scholarship
Due: March 10
Who Can Apply: Students 16-18 years old who have a drivers license
Amount: $1,500 – $6,500
The Jiffy Lube “Teen Driver” Scholarship, For Utah students 16-18 years old enrolled in high school during the 2024-25 school year, Now it’s your turn! Get our attention! Tell us about your goals, drive, ambition … your future!
Simply write your 500-word typed essay about what drives you now. $6,500 Overall Scholarship Award Three $1,500 Finalist Awards Deadline: March 10th, 2025.
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Energy Pathways Scholarship
Due: March 15
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $3,000
Multiple $3,000 Scholarships Awarded to students pursuing a STEM degree at a Utah-based trade/tech school or college /university.
Eligibility: Applicants must be either in the 12th grade and enrolled in any public or private high school in Utah, or a first-year student pursuing a STEM undergraduate degree or STEM-related technical certification at a Utah institute of higher learning. Students must certify their intent to pursue a STEM-related degree at a public or private institution of higher learning located in the state of Utah; or a license, certificate, or skill training that supports the energy industry at a school that is part of the Utah System of Higher Education. Past scholarship winners are ineligible to apply for the program. Those pursuing a second-degree or master’s program are ineligible to apply for the program. International students must have a valid F-1 visa to apply. Responses must be the applicant’s own writing. Applications using AI generated text will be ineligible for the program.
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Horatio Alger Scholarship
Due: March 15 (Application opens December 1)
Who Can Apply: Juniors
Amount: $10,000 – $25,000
Horatio Alger Association administers over 70 scholarship programs, offering opportunities for students in various stages of their academic careers to achieve their educational goals and realize their potential.
Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States immediately after high school graduation (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution) Demonstrate critical financial need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required) Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
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Truman Picard Native American Scholarship
Due: March 21
Who Can Apply: Seniors with member or descendant enrollment card
Amount: $2,000 – $4,000
Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe or Alaska Native Corporation • College students: Must be a natural resource major (examples: forestry, hydrology, wildlife & fisheries, natural resource management or environmental studies. ) • High school students: Must be enrolled in natural resource courses, • College seniors not eligible unless they are applying to graduate school • All natural resources degrees accepted, but preference will be given to students whose degree or area of study directly involves management of Forest Resources. • Award given in early summer and intended to support student for the following year
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Utah Opportunity Scholarship
Due: March 21st Priority deadline is January 27, 2025
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: Varies, usually $4,000
The Opportunity Scholarship is a simplified, statewide, achievement-based program that encourages students to complete advanced courses in core subject areas while in high school, aims to make higher education more accessible, and rewards students for preparing academically for college. These requirements were created after examining recent Utah high school graduates’ data to identify the top college success predictors.
Earn a 3.3 cumulative high school GPA Complete 3 advanced courses (see next question for more details about eligible courses)Complete 1 Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or Concurrent Enrollment (CE) course in each of the core areas of high school graduation: Math, Science, and Language Arts Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Graduate from a Utah high school Three advanced courses must be completed in grades 9-12 and must be completed before high school graduation. Please note: scholarship course requirements may not align with graduation requirements. Students should work with their high school counselor to choose the classes needed to meet graduation requirements.
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RMACAC Student Scholarship
Due: March 24
Who Can Apply: Seniors
Amount: $1.000
Each year, RMACAC is pleased to offer fifteen (15) $1,000 scholarships to students who exhibit a commitment to learning, demonstrate leadership skills, and are committed to serving their communities. RMACAC will select three (3) scholarship recipients per RMACAC state: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming.
- Students who live in one of the member states, attend a public or private high school in one of the member states, is in their final year of high school, and will be attending a regionally accredited college or university beginning the Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 term. Students must have at least a 3.0 high school GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
International students and students with undocumented/DACA status who attend high school or a 2-year college within the RMACAC region are also eligible to apply.
This one-time, non-renewable award is designed for applicants with demonstrated involvement in high school/college, the community, or service to others. Applicants must have a motivation to achieve personal goals.
Scholarship Application Process Step 1: Submit Student Scholarship Application Form
In order to access the scholarship application, students must log into a Google account. Students who do not currently have a Google account can create one free of charge. Instructions here.
Step 2: Send Counselor Recommendation Form to High School Counselor
In order for the student to be eligible to apply for the RMACAC Student Scholarship, they must be nominated by a current member of RMACAC. All RMACAC members are eligible to nominate up to 2 students, but applicants must either be a resident of or currently attend a school in one of the five members states: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming to be eligible for the scholarship.
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Italian American Civic League Scholarship
Due: March 31sr
Who Can Apply: Seniors with recent Italian heritage
Amount: $1,000 – $4,000
Founded in 1934, the Italian American Civic League (IACL) is a non-profit organization for Italian-Americans in the state of Utah that promotes civil, social, and educational growth. This scholarship is for Utah high school seniors of Italian descent who strive to promote these principles.
Eligibility Both females and males are invited to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Be of recent Italian ancestry Be a 2025 graduate of a Utah high school Be planning to matriculate as a degree seeking student at any public or private higher education institution
Applying Submit the following materials by the application deadline of March 31st, 2025:
1) Application Form (see page 2)
2) A Resumé emphasizing academic and extracurricular activities
3) Essay 1: What are your future educational/career goals? (300 words max)
4) Essay 2: Describe your Italian ancestry. How has your Italian ancestry influenced your life? (600 words max)
5) Official High School Transcript with ACT and/or SAT Scores
Selection Applications will be assessed and ranked based on the following:
1) Extracurricular Activity Involvement (25%)
2) Essays (25%)
3) High School Academic Performance (40%)
4) Involvement with an Italian Cultural Organization (10%)
Award The scholarship award will be paid directly to the recipient for their use towards tuition, books, housing, and/or fees. Awards range from $1000 to $4000.
With scholarship acceptance and prior to receiving the award, the recipient agrees to submit a recent digital photograph and a short biography within 30 days. These items will be published in the program book for Festa Italiana, the Salt Lake City Italian Festival, and IACL publications.
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April
Jiffy Lube Your Turn Behind the Wheel Scholarship
Due: April 14th
Who Can Apply: Have taken driver ed this school year.
Amount: $1,500 – $6,500
The Jiffy Lube “Your Turn Behind the Wheel” Scholarship, For Utah students 15-17 years old enrolled in Driver’s Ed during the 2024-25 school year. Now it’s your turn! Get our attention! Tell us about your goals, drive, ambition … your future! Simply write your 500-word typed essay about what drives you now.
Jiffy Lube Your Turn Behind the Wheel Scholarship
Freedom Credit Union Annual Scholarship
Due: April 20, 2025
Who Can Apply: Seniors with a Freedom Credit Union Account, set up by April 1st
Amount: $1,500
Application Guidelines & Requirements:
Be a member of Freedom Credit Union in good standing OR be a direct descendant (child or grandchild) of a current member in good standing. Step- and adoptive relationships are accepted. Membership date in any case must be no later than April 1, 2025.
Graduate from a public or charter high school in the spring of 2025. Copy of official high school transcript required for application.
Plan to attend an accredited public or private college, university, trade school or vocational school full-time within 9-months of graduation. (Deferrals available for up to 2-years for military or volunteer service.)
Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher, employer, or leader of an organization with which you have worked. This letter should address your character, work ethic, and likelihood to succeed academically and professionally.
Provide a written response to the questions/prompts on the application.
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Other Places to find Scholarships:
www.salliemae.com
www.chegg.com
www.cappex.com
www.unigo.com
www.bold.org
www.scholarshipamerica.org
Scholarship Universe (depending on which college you plan to attend)
Not a US Citizen? Places to find Scholarships:
Mexican American Legal Defense Fund Scholarships
These scholarships are for anyone. The Resource booklet is just compiled by the Mexican American Legal Defense Fund. It is for anyone from any country.
University of Utah Dream Center Scholarship List
Immigrants Rising Scholarship List
Salt Lake Community College Dream Center Scholarships On this link, students sign up to receive the monthly newsletter
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