April Scholarships
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Deadline | Scholarship | Web Address | Award Amount | Address | Phone/Email | Requirements | DACA Only? | Can Graduate Students Apply? | Major? |
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| April 1 | Davis-Putter Scholarships | http://www.davisputter.org/apply/apply-for-scholarships | Varies (Up to $10,000) | Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund Post Office Box 7307 New York, NY 10116-7307 | davisputter@davisputter.org | *Must be graduate or undergraduate students living in the U.S *Most plan to enroll in an accredited school *And must be active in movements for social and/or economic justice ❑ the completed application form ❑ applicant’s personal statement ❑ letters of recommendation from two people ❑ transcripts of all previous academic work ❑ the Student Aid Report (SAR) or FAFSA worksheet | No | Any | |
| April 2 | Tucson LGBT Chamber of Commerce Foundation Scholarship | https://tucsonlgbtfoundation.org/scholarship/ | $2,500 | None Provided | None Provided | All applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for this scholarship opportunity: Self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, queer, and/or another sexual or gender identity minority Be seeking a degree in any area of study at The University of Arizona in the 2021-2022 school year Have a minimum 2.75 GPA Demonstrate an interest in entrepreneurship or business ownership Agree to attend a Tucson LGBT Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting Consent to the use of your name and photo in conjunction with this award | Any | ||
| April 3 | SYL Foundation Lotus Scholarship | http://www.sylfoundation.org/english/what-we-do/lotus-scholarship-program/ | $1500 per year for two years and up to $3,000 for two additional years IF the student is enrolled in a four-year university for those two additional years. | N/A | Kathy Kearny at coordinator@sylfoundation.org or 425.590.9580 | Eligibility Student attends high school in King, Pierce or Snohomish county and is due to graduate in June 2020. We do not accept applications from students already in college. Student is 21 years old or younger. Immigrated to the United States on or after January 1, 2016. Plans to attend a community college, university, technical or trade school. Participated or enrolled in a college readiness program (sample programs here – these are only samples and participation in other programs is acceptable) Will commit to participating in college persistence or support programs during college. Available for a virtual (e.g. Skype) interview in April or early May 2020. | |||
| April 6 | Pi Lambda Theta:Bushaw-Redumis PLT Leadership Scholarships | https://members.pdkintl.org/account/login.aspx?returnUrl=https%3a%2f%2fmembers.pdkintl.org%2fpi_lambda_theta_resources | $500- $2000 | PLT Scholarships, P.O. Box 7888, Bloomington, IN 47407-7888 | pltscholarships@pdkintl.org | Available to members of Pi Lambda Theta (Apply to be a member at: https://members.pdkintl.org/plt-membership/become-plt-Member ) 1.Is enrolled full-time or part-time for a minimum of three semester hours at a regionally accredited institution during the year following the award. 2.Has a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. 3.Displays potential for leadership. 4. Is pursuing a career in some area of the field of education. Completed online application A résumé A college transcript showing cumulative GPA (facsimile accepted) A 100- to 200-word essay of the applicant’s personal philosophy of teaching and learning. (Essays that exceed the word count may be disqualified.) Two letters of support from major professors addressing the applicant’s gift for teaching, motivation, relative maturity, integrity, independence, originality, initiative, enthusiasm, leadership potential, capacity for growth, and special talents. The letters may be included with the application. If sent under separate cover, they must be received by the application deadline. | No | Education | |
| April 6 | Prospective Educator Scholarship | https://www.educatorsrising.org/what-we-offer/scholarships | Varies | 320 W. Eighth Street, Suite 216, Bloomington, IN 47404 | scholarships@pdkintl.org. | High school senior intending to major in education who is a good standing member of Educators Rising (Must be a member of EducatorsRising) A personal statement sharing a story about yourself that relates to why you want to become a teacher. Consider sharing a personal challenge you’ve overcome, an experience with a teacher or other adult who inspires you, or other experience that supports your decision to become an educator. (250 words maximum) A description of your involvement with Educators Rising, including any leadership roles you have held. (150 words maximum) A description of your other activities. Include activities in which you have worked with others in a teaching or learning capacity, service activities or clubs, sports, paid employment, and any responsibilities you have at home like caring for a younger sibling or elderly relative. Include any leadership roles you have held and years of involvement. (150 words maximum) A transcript which includes the fall semester. It does NOT need to be official. Please save it with a file name starting with your last name, e.g., Jones_transcript.pdf. A letter of recommendation written by a person not related to you who is familiar with your academic abilities and school activities. Please ask for this letter early, as we cannot extend the application deadline. The letter does not need to be sealed. Please save it with a file name starting with your last name, e.g., Jones_letter.pdf. | No | Education | |
| April 8 | The Association of Raza Educators (A.R.E.) Scholarship (SD) | http://www.razaeducators.org/sd-scholarship.html | Amounts vary | 5427 W. Piedmont Dr. | Email: aresandiego94@gmail.com | - Must demonstrate leadership in extracurricular activities; a commitment to improve the conditions of your community, financial need, and most importantly you must demonstrate a high - level of community involvement. - Must be a student/community member residing in San Diego at time of applying. - Must be an Undocumented/ AB 540/ Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) student or an active community member. - Must be enrolled in an accredited College or University for fall 2018 with a full-time schedule. - Must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or above. - Must be able to attend our 10th Annual A.R.E. Banquet | DACA Only | No | Any |
| April 11 | Junior Achievement Scholarships | https://www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-ok/scholarships | Varies | 3947 S. 103 E. Ave., Tulsa OK 74146 | N/A | Graduating seniors who have completed or are currently enrolled in a Junior Achievement (JA) High School Program are eligible to apply. To be eligible for a scholarship or award, applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and submit the application and accompanying materials. | NO | ANY | |
| April 15 | ASMZINE Scholarship | https://asmzine.com/blogging/asmzine-scholarship/ | $350 | annylindsay910@gmail.com | In order to apply, an applicant must be enrolled or accepted at an accredited USA college or USA university. But this scholarship will be awarded based on our review for your submitted essay. Applicants must mail, a 12 point font, double spaced, printed Word document or Google Doc, 1,000 words or less document titled. It must provide a unique solution to the “Brand Building”.Therefore send your entries to below given email id annylindsay910@gmail.com | No | Yes | ||
| April 15 | Pretty Lightroom Presets Annual Scholarship | https://www.lightroompresets.com/pages/pretty-lightroom-presets-scholarship-program | $500 | scholarship@lightroompresets.com | Scholarship Entry Requirements Carefully research and compose an essay style Adobe Lightroom tutorial of 800 to 1,000 words, with screenshots and photos included to illustrate your points on one of the following topics. Use proper grammar and punctuation. Choose a topic below for your tutorial essay: How Lightroom has changed PhotographyLightroom techniques for Fall, Winter, Spring, or Summer photosHow to re-touch skin in Lightroom for photographersA How To Lightroom Tutorial Eligibility Requirements The requirements for eligible student entries are: You should presently be a senior in high school;Or be transitioning from high school to a college or university;Or be already enrolled in a college or university inside the United States or Canada. Employees and their immediate family members of LightroomPresets.com are not eligible to participate. Email your essay in Microsoft Word document or plain text format to scholarship@lightroompresets.com Please specify your name, contact telephone number, email address and mailing address. Your contact information will be held in confidence and will not be shared.You can review our privacy policy here.Include the name of the college or university and their mailing address of the financial aid office that you are presently attending or that you’ll be attending after high school.Please attach a headshot photo of yourself in .JPG or .PNG format that is at least 300 pixels wide.If we don’t receive all requested information by the deadline, your submission may be disqualified. | No | No | ||
| April 15 | Alpha Kappa Alpha: Merit & Financial Need | https://akaeaf.org/scholarships | Varies | Andrea Kerr Program Coordinator Alpha Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation, Inc. 5656 South Stony Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60637 | Office: 800-653-6528 or 773-947-0026 Fax: 773-947-0277 Email: akaeaf@akaeaf.net | MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS: Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond; Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution; Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 ("B" average); Demonstrate community service and involvement. FINACIAL NEED SCHOLARSHIPS: Be a full-time, sophomore or beyond; Be currently enrolled in an accredited degree-granting institution; Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 ("C+" average); Demonstrate community service and involvement. | Yes | Any | |
| April 16 | Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation Scholarships | https://mcccdf.academicworks.com/ | Varies | None Provided | None Provided | The Foundation has two main scholarship cycles in March and September of each year. Any Maricopa Community College student is encouraged to apply, including clock and credit hour students, as well as undocumented students. Completing the general application will match you to opportunities that you are eligible for. | No | Any | |
| April 16 | Fiesta del Sol Scholarship | http://fiestadelsol.org/scholarship/ | Varies | Scholarship Committee 2026 S. Blue Island Avenue Chicago, IL. 60608 | Phone: (312) 666-2663 | Eligibility: Be Latino/a Enrollment at an accredited college or university in an undergraduate, degree-seeking or certificate program or be a senior in High school accepted as an undergraduate student in college. (If in college, be enrolled for a minimum of 6 semester hours in the 2017-2018 school year); Have earned a cumulative minimum of a 2.5 GPA (on a 4 point scale or its equivalence); Demonstrate community or school service; Demonstrate financial need. And one of the following: Live on the Southwest side of Chicago within the following boundaries: Between 16th Street and 79th Street and between Cicero Avenue (4800 West) and Canal Street (500 West); Be or become a volunteer at Pilsen Neighbors Community Council/Fiesta del Sol (min 80 hrs) Sponsored by member institution of Gamaliel of Metro Chicago | No | Any | |
| April 17 | Marine Technology Society: Rov Scholarship | https://www.mtsociety.org/education/scholarships.aspx | Varies | Marine Technology Society Scholarships 1100 H Street NW, Suite LL-100 Washington, DC 20005 | Phone: 410.884.5330 Fax: 410.884.9060 | MTS scholarship is the requirement that the applicant must be an MTS member. full-time college student currently enrolled in a either a 2-year or 4-year academic program OR a high school senior accepted to either a 2-year or 4-year academic program. Colleges may be international or domestic. Students who previously received one of the awards listed below are ineligible to apply the following year for the same award. | |||
| April 17 | The Mikkelson Foundation Student Scholarship Program | http://www.mikkelson.com/students.html#urstudents.html-1 | Three scholarships of $4000 each | The Mikkelson Foundation P.O. Box 768 Monument, CO 80132-0768 | Email: scholarships@mikkelsonfoundation.org | The applicant must be graduating from a Colorado high school in 2018. The applicant will be studying engineering, mathematics, or the natural sciences at an accredited four year college or university. The applicant will be beginning his/her studies in the fall of 2018. The applicant must have an unweighted GPA of at least 3.7. The applicant must have a cumulative SAT score of at least 1200 or a composite ACT score of at least 28. A complete official transcript of the student's academic record in high school, including national standardized test scores. Three references from high school teachers, counselors, employers, or activities directors. Be sure to tell your recommenders that this must be received by April 15. Application form completed by student. An original personal essay. | No | Engineering, Physical or Biological sciences, or Mathematics | |
| April 20 | South Dakota Retailers Association Scholarship Program | https://www.sdra.org/scholarships.html | $2,250 to $3,000 | SDRA Scholarship Fund, PO Box 638, Pierre, SD 57501. | (1-800-658-5545) | Applicant must desire a career in a retail or retail-related field. To be eligible, applicant must enroll in a retail or retail-related course of study at a qualifying, accredited technical school, college, university, or certified professional training institute in the fall of 2020. Enrollment in an online degree program from a qualifying school is acceptable. Examples of fields of study considered to be retail or retail-related include (but are not limited to):Accounting, Agribusiness, Apparel Merchandising, Auto Mechanics, Automotive Technology, Business Administration, Business Management, Collision Repair, Computer Science, Commercial Baking, Culinary Arts, Diesel Mechanics, Electrical Maintenance, Gemology, Heating/Ventilation,Hotel/Restaurant Management, Landscape Design, Pharmacy, Photography, Printing Industries, Refrigeration, Sales/Marketing Management, and Tourism Industry Management. (NOTE: this list is not all-inclusive.) South Dakota Education: Graduated from a South Dakota high schoolHave earned high school equivalency (such as a GED) in South DakotaPlan to attend post-secondary school in South Dakota Applicant must have completed at least 24 credits from a qualifying college or university, or 12 credits from a qualifying tech school or certified professional training institute by September of 2020 to be eligible. We will consider full-time post-secondary work experience in lieu of the post-secondary education requirement. | No | Retail | |
| April 20 | Hope Scholarship | https://mcccdf.org/apply-hope-scholarship/ | Varies | 2419 West 14th Street Tempe, Arizona 85281 | 480.731.8400 | The qualifications for this scholarship are as follows:enrolled at a Maricopa Community College, paying the out-of-state tuition rate, minimum 2.5 GPA. The estimated amount of this award varies. | No | No | Any |
| April 30 | A.W. Bodine-Sunkist Memorial Scholarship | https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjusZmRkYXTAhVP2WMKHaYVBBkQFggcMAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cui.edu%2FuploadedFiles%2FStudentServices%2FFinancialAid%2FAW%2520Bodine-Sunkist%2520Memorial%2520Scholarship%252002232010.PDF%3Fn%3D1554&usg=AFQjCNF7I6uEQjwmF4rQP_q-FOaLI5RYUA&sig2=12h8lyqY_FFlv6Ggxx23IA | Varies ($2,000) | A.W.Bodine – Sunkist Memorial Scholarship Program Sunkist Growers P.O.Box 7888 Van Nuys, CA 91409-7888 | See Website | *A background in California or Arizona agriculture – the student or someone in the student’s immediate family must have derived the majority of his or her income from agriculture; * Financial need; and * GPA and extracurricular activities indicative of potential for success. *While in college, the recipients must maintain good academic and disciplinary standings, carry at least 12 graded units per term and earn a minimum 2.7 grade point average | |||
| April 30 | Anthem Essay Contest | https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests | $25-$2000 | Ayn Rand Institute 2121 Alton Parkway Suite 250 Irvine, CA 92606 949-222-6550 | Essay Contest Information 949-222-6550 ext. 247 essays@aynrand.org | No application is required. Contest is open to students worldwide. Entrant must be in the 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. To submit an essay electronically, please follow instructions and topic prompts and complete the steps below: Click the “Submit your essay online” button below. You’ll be taken to our Education Programs online portal. Once there, either create an account or login using your existing user name and password. Once you’ve accessed the portal, complete the eligibility quiz, identifying yourself as a Non-Educator. Next, click on the “View Programs” button. Create a submission for the Anthem essay contest. Complete the application form. | No | Writing | |
| April 30 | Gold Standard Scholarship | https://goldwaterlawfirm.com/the-gold-standard-scholarship/ | $500 | Primary Office: 11811 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite 3031 Phoenix, AZ 85028 | Students who have been accepted or currently attend a 2 or 4-year college or university in Arizona. GPA of at least 3.0. Employees of The Goldwater Law Firm and their relatives are not eligible to participate. | No |