January
Scholarships
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Built Ford Tough Scholarship
Amount: $1,000. About: Administered by the National FFA Organization and sponsored by Ford dealers across the nation and Ford Corporate, the Ford Trucks Scholarships aims to connect local Ford dealers to FFA members in their communities. Each year, Ford matches 325 scholarships from Ford dealers, as well as five nationwide scholarships from non-participating dealers. Applicants…
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National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $5,000. About: The National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship is an annual prize awarded to college-bound students who are interested in government service. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, high school seniors, and be planning careers of service to the United States in local, state, or federal government. Eligible Grade Levels: High School Senior Eligible Majors:…
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Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,500. About: Administered by the National FFA Organization and sponsored by the Bayer Fund, the Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship Program is aimed at increasing students’ awareness of the various opportunities in the field of agriculture. Applicants must be a high school senior (public, private, or homeschooled) who is planning to attend a vocational, 2-year…
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Alexander Hamilton Scholars Program
Amount: $1,000. About: The Alexander Hamilton Scholars Program is a five-year mentorship program to help underserved high school juniors succeed in college and in their careers. Winners are provided with guidance and support as they move through high school and college and start their careers. Winners are also provided with two $500 cash awards. Applicants…
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John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest
Amount: Up to $10,000. About: Every year, the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum runs the Profile in Courage Essay Contest, in which U.S. high school students compete for a share of nearly $20,000. Students are asked to submit a 700- to 1,000-word essay that describes and analyzes an act of political courage by an…
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Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Amount: Up to $30,000 (over 4 years). About: The Jackie Robinson Foundation runs a four-year scholarship program that provides minority students with financial assistance, mentorship, and career guidance. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, plan to attend an accredited four-year institution in the United States, show leadership potential, be committed to community service, demonstrate…