The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship 

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship  ~ Due October 31, 2023

Submit an online written response to the question:  “Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive.” (250 words or less)

 

Accountability & Morality Scholarship

https://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarships/34867/accountability-and-morality-scholarship ~ Due October 31, 2023

The applicants will be selected to each receive a $1,000 award for their essays that describe a time when a corporation’s actions failed resulting in someone or a group of people being injured, and how the victims overcame their situation and held a specific party accountable.

 

Beef Industry Scholarship

https://www.nationalcattlemensfoundation.org/scholarships/cme-beef-industry-scholarship ~ Due November 10, 2023

The National Cattlemen’s Foundation and CME Group are committed to the future of the cattle industry and continue to recognize and support outstanding youth in the beef community. The tradition remains strong today, each year a total of ten $1,500.00 scholarships are awarded to students pursuing careers in the beef industry. Fields of study may include: education, communications, production, research or any other area involved with the beef industry. The purpose of this program is to identify and encourage talented and thoughtful students who will emerge as industry leaders.  Individual applicant or their family must be a member of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.

Applicants must:

• Be a graduating high school senior or full-time undergraduate student who will be enrolled in a two- or four-year institution for the 2024-2025 school year.
• Have demonstrated a commitment to a career in the beef industry through classes, internships or life experiences.
• Include a Letter of Intent—write a one-page letter expressing/indicating your future career goals related to the beef industry.
• Write an original Essay—750 words or less describing an issue confronting the beef industry and offering a solution(s).
• Provide two Letters of Recommendation—two letters of reference from current or former instructors or industry professionals.

 

Voice of Democracy Scholarship

https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships ~ Due October 31, 2023

The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you. The national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school

 

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program

https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/msp/funding/aid/scholarship/scutpnsa.php ~ Due October 31, 2023

The Stokes Educational Scholarship Program facilitates the recruit- ment of high school seniors (particularly minority students) majoring in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or the Chinese or Russian languages, who have demonstrated skills critical to the National Security Agency (NSA). As an NSA employee with the Stokes Program, you will attend college full time, receive up to $30,000 per year for tuition and mandatory fees and a year-round salary. You will work at NSA for 12 weeks during the summer in areas following graduation related to your course of study. If selected as a program participant and following graduation, you are required to work for NSA in your area of study, for at least one-and-one-half times your length of study.

 

Youth Wildlife Art Contest

https://artcontest.nra.org/how-it-works/ ~ Due October 31, 2023

The George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest is open to students grades 1 through 12 (including home-schooled children).  Entries must be signed by the artist and portray any North American game bird or animal that may be legally hunted or trapped. Endangered species and non-game animals, such as eagles and snakes, are not eligible subjects. To confirm whether a certain animal or bird is eligible, see this list of North American game animals and birds.  First, second and third place winners will be selected for each category and will be awarded $750, $500, $250 respectively. One entry will be selected to receive the Best In Show award and a $1,000 prize. Judges may also choose for a non-winning entry to receive an Honorable Mention award. All winning entries will be published on the NRABlog and in NRA Family.  Submissions for all artwork will be in digital form only. Preferred specs for submissions will be a minimum of 8½”x11″ with 300 DPI or higher resolution. Please include the entry form with your email to artcontest@nrahq.org.

 

10 Words or Less Scholarship 

https://studentscholarships.org/easy.php ~ Due November 15, 2023

To be eligible for the 10 Words or Less Scholarship a student must: A) Be between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2024. B) Be attending a school in the US or Canada in the Fall of 2024.  This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org.  In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:  1) In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve the $1,000 scholarship.     2) Before or After writing your Answer you will also need to “Like” our Facebook page at facebook.com/myscholarships.  Note we will only read the answers provided by people that have “Liked” our page.

 

Buddha Teas Sustainability Scholarship

https://www.buddhateas.com/scholarships ~ Due November 30

To enter the Buddha Teas Sustainability Scholarship competition, students must submit an essay explaining their passion for sustainability, and how that led to their decision to study it at the college level. We are looking for essays from applicants that show what drives them, and why they feel that studying sustainability is important.

 

Beacon Scholarship for Rural America

https://www.carrot-top.com/beacon-scholarship ~ Due November 30, 2023

Carrot-Top Industries, Inc. (Sponsor) has been a leading flag and patriotic products retailer priding ourselves on a dedication to patriotism and community growth across America. We are now helping low-income students living in rural areas with their college endeavors.  Level: College-bound graduating high school seniors, current college students, or adult learners.  Occurs: Bi-annually  Applicants: Must also reside in a rural area and meet low-income criteria outlined in the terms and conditions listed below.

 

Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders 

https://www.ushli.org/dr-juan-andrade-scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders/ ~ Due November 30, 2023

The Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders seeks to recognize students who share Dr. Andrade’s commitment to servant leadership.  Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students, in an accredited four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry.

 

PetOnBed.com Scholarship

https://petonbed.com/scholarship-opportunity/ ~ Due November 28, 2023

Looking for essays that incorporate animal research, veterinary content, as well as personal stories and thoughts on the following topics. If you’re looking to become a veterinarian, or perhaps want to return to college to start a new career, we want to help you fulfill your dreams with our $800 PetOnBed.com Scholarship Program for 2023. Our scholarship program aims to foster dialogue between communities, veterinarians, and participate in educational efforts aimed at promoting public understanding of animal research, as well as the ongoing efforts to promote the safety and wellbeing of all animals.

 

Education Matters Scholarship

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/education-matters-scholarship ~ Due November 30, 2023

Education Matters Scholarship is giving you the chance to state why education matters. Why does education matter to you? What is the value you hope to receive from college? What would you do to convince the college cynics?  Speaking up for education could lead to helping you pay for your own. One applicant will be awarded our $5,000 Education Matters Scholarship.

 

Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship

https://bold.org/scholarships/elevate-women-in-technology-scholarship/#ref=exclusive-scholarships ~ November 30, 2023

Globally, women are significantly underrepresented in the tech sector. While many factors contribute to the gender imbalance in tech, it’s indisputable that having more women in tech will fuel innovation and lead to better social and business outcomes. The Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship exists to move the tech industry in the right direction by empowering the next generation of extraordinary women leaders. The scholarship is open to students at any educational level and field of study. The only application requirement is that students are women who intend to enter a technical or non-technical career that leverages technology to make the world a better place. While not required, being involved in entrepreneurial endeavors and STEM fields of study will be a plus on student applications.

 

James Alan Cox Student Photojournalism Scholarship

https://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarships/27119/james-alan-cox-student-photography-scholarships

High school students applying for these scholarships must have completed one year at an accredited high school (student must therefore be a sophomore or older) and should have taken at least one photography or related art class.  High school, college and graduate students should have at least one semester remaining at time of award. Focus of work and entries: PHOTOJOURNALISM. Scholarships will be awarded to those students whose work “tells a story”. This is a fairly broad topic and may include a variety of subject matter and approaches (breaking news, sporting events, etc.) Please keep in mind, for the still photography submissions, that we are NOT looking for “art” photography.

 

National Honor Society Scholarship

https://www.nationalhonorsociety.org/advisers/the-nhs-scholarship/ ~ Due November 30, 2023

To be eligible, a student must be:

• A high school senior expecting to receive a high school diploma during the current academic year.
• An active member in good standing of a National Honor Society chapter, meeting all membership requirements and obligations of the local chapter.
• An NHS student account holder, verified by the NHS chapter adviser.
• Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.

 

Safe Cycling Scholarship ~ Due November 30, 2023

https://felixgonzalezlaw.com/2023-safe-cycling-scholarship/

For this scholarship, please explain how governmental measures, like bike lanes, can help prevent accidents in your community. Discuss old and new laws, education around the dangers of cycling in an unsafe space, and if you think more could be done to ensure the safety of cyclists.