Instant Scholarships for SAT and ACT Scores

January 30, 2026
Scholarships text in red, black graduation cap, money background.
TEST SCORES: ACT/SAT or GPA Yearly Award For Out-Of-State Students Out-Of-State Tuition (or Private Tuition) Remaining Tuition College and Scholarship Name (link embedded)
NO Score 3.5 gpa $7,000 $25,800 $18,800 North Greenville University - Dean's
NO Score 3.0 gpa $10,000 $40,404 $30,404 Virginia Commonwealth Univ
NO Score 3.25 gpa $11,000 $29,404
NO Score 3.5 gpa $12,000 $28,404
NO Score 3.75 gpa $14,000 $26,404
NO Score 4.0 gpa $15,000 $25,404
20/1020* $14,000 $36,360 $22,360 Anderson Univ (SC)- Deans
*OR rank in top 30% of class instead of test scores
22/1100** $15,000 $36,360 $21,360 Anderson Univ (SC) - Trustee
**OR rank in top 20% of class instead of test scores
22/1130 $16,540 $28,676 $12,136 Winthrop Univ (SC) - Winthrop Garnet
23/1130 $23,349 $33,060 $9,711 Univ of New Mexico - Amigo
and 3.5 gpa Or get this scholarship with 26 ACT or 1260 SAT and a 3.0 gpa
24/1160 $10,000 $33,255 (Includes Fees) $23,255 Univ of Oklahoma - Merit Award
24/1160 $11,000 $25,745 $14,745 Oklahoma State
24/1100 $9,000 $25,800 $16,800 North Greenville University - President
25/1220* $16,000 $36,360 $20,360 Anderson Univ (SC) - Founders
*OR rank in top 10% of class instead of test scores
25/1200* $8000 $35,164 $27,164 Univ of KY - Bluegrass Spirit
*(w/3.0 uwtd gpa)
25/1200** $10,000 $35,164 $25,164 Univ of KY - Bluegrass Spirit
**(w/3.5 uwtd gpa)
25/1200* $4500 $29,042 $24,452 Middle Tenn State Univ (MTSU)- Presidential
*(MTSU does not super score tests)
25/1200 $6000 $34,542 $28,542 Univ Alabama- Crimson Legends
25/1200* $10,000 $24,770 $14,770 UA Huntsville - Titan III
*(or- can get it w/a 3.75 unwtd gpa & no score)
26/1250 $18,040 $28,676 $10,026 Winthrop Univ (SC) - Winthrop Gold
(competitive)
26/1230 $12,000 $25,754 $13,754 Oklahoma State Univ
26/1230 $12,000 $33,255 (includes Fees) $21,255 Univ of Oklahoma - Academic Achievement
25-26/1230-90 $17,500 $40,760 $23,260 Samford Univ (AL) - Crosland
26/1230 $5,000/3.0 gpa $28,600 $23,600 Univ of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
$8,000/3.5 gpa $20,600
$10,000/3.75 gpa $18,600
27/1260 $8000 $34,542 $24,452 Univ Alabama - Capstone
27/1250 $12,000 $25,800 $13,800 North Greenville University - Founders
28/1300 $13,000 $33,255 (includes Fees) $20,255 Univ of Oklahoma - Distinguished Scholar
$8,000/3.0 gpa $28,600 $20,600 Univ of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
$10,000/3.5 gpa $18,600
$12,000/3.75 gpa $16,600
28/1300 $10,000 $34,542 $24,542 Univ Alabama - Collegiate
28/1300 $18,000 $36,360 $18,360 Anderson Univ (SC) - Presidential
(full, competitive scholarships also available)
28 $13,000 $27,000 $14,000 Univ of Alabama- Huntsville - Jupiter C
28/1300 $3,000 $33,256 $30,256 Univ of Tenn (Knoxville) - Volunteer
28/1300 $13,000 $25,745 $12,745 Oklahoma State
29/1330 $7000 $34,922 $27,922 Auburn Univ (AL) - Academic Charter
29/1330 $15,000 $34,542 $19,542 Univ Alabama - Foundation in Excellence
29/1330 $15,000 $33,255 (Includes Fees) $18,255 Univ of Oklahoma - Distinguished Scholar
29/1340 $20,040 $28,676 $8,626 Winthrop Univ (SC) - Winthrop Premier
(competitive)
30/1360 $10,000/3.0 gpa $28,600 $20,600 Univ of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
$15,000/3.5 gpa $13,600
$18,000/3.75 gpa $10,600
30/1360 $14,000 $25,745 $11,754 Oklahoma State
30/1360 $12,500 $35,164 $22,664 Univ of Kentucky - Bluegrass Spirit
30/1360 $24,000 $34,542 $10,542 Univ Alabama - UA Scholar
30/1360 $29,042 $29,042 $0 Middle Tenn State Univ (MTSU)- Buchanan
(students must apply to Honors College)
30/1360 $13,000 $33,256 $20,256 Univ Tenn- Knoxville - Volunteer
31/1390 $17,000 $33,255 (includes Fees) $16,255 Univ of Oklahoma Award of Excellence
31/1390 $35,164 $35,164 $0 Univ of Kentucky - Presidential
(Competitive)
32/1420 $28,000 $34,542 $6,542 Univ Alabama - UA Scholar
32/1420 $15,000 $25,754 $10,764 Oklahoma State Univ
32/1420 $15,000/3.0 gpa $28,600 $13,600 Univ of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
$20,000/3.5 gpa $8,600
$20,000/3.75 gpa $8,600
32/1400 (3.75 gpa) $19,000 $27,000 $8,000 Univ of Alabama- Huntsville - Atlas D Scholarship
32/1400 (4.0 gpa) $22,000 $27,000 $5,000 Univ of Alabama- Huntsville - Saturn V Scholarship
33 $15,000 $34,922 $19,922 Auburn Univ - Academic Presidential
33/1450 $35,164 $35,164 $0 Univ of Kentucky - Otis A. Singletary
(Competitive- full tuition + addl funds)
34 $18,000 $33,256 $15,256 Univ of Tennessee- Knoxville
35 $17,000 $34,922 $17,922 Auburn Univ - Academic Presidential
36/1600 $34,542 $34,542 $0 Univ Alabama - Presidential Elite
(also requires 4.0 unwtd gpa)


National Merit Scholarships (for 11th grade PSAT scores) 

National Merit $38,362 $33,255 ( includes fees) $0 Univ of Oklahoma $153,450 over 4 yrs for Natl Merit Scholars
(includes fees) (& covers some housing)
National Merit $30,205 $30,205 $0 Univ of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Full tuition & housing
(& $7600 housing)


Third Party (Non-Institutional) Scholarships with Application Deadlines

JANUARY Deadlines•


FEBRUARY Deadlines•

 

•MARCH Deadlines•

SWE Society of Women Engineers Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships to female high school seniors major- ing in engineering, technology, or fields related to engineer- ing. For more information and to apply, visit swe.org/scholarships                

Deadline: March 20                                           

 

Discover the Difference National Academic Scholarship

This is a $5,000 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who will be attending college in Fall term. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit  https://www.trialpro.com/scholarships/                 

                                                       

Strong Men and Women in SC Scholarship  is awarding Apple MacBook Pros to a high school juniors and seniors. Must submit a 500 word essay For information and to apply, visit https://scafricanamerican.com/2023-student-writing- contest/

Deadline: March 24                                                                               

 

 

The Lessons in Your Home Scholarship  is a scholarship for high school seniors who will be studying music, music business, performance, or production. For more information and to apply, visit https://lessonsinyourhome.net/ scholarship/               

Deadline: March 25                                 


Bridging the Dream Scholarship  awards (25) $10,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to enroll in a two- or four-year degree or vocational training program in Fall term. For more information and to apply visit https:// www.salliemae.com/about/scholarship-opportunities/

Deadline: March 27

                                                                                                                     

Next Level Student Scholarship  awards $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and will be pursuing a career in law, compliance, or public policy. For additional Information and to apply visit https:// www.nextlevel.law/scholarship

Deadline: March 30

                                                                                         

Proctor and Gamble General Scholarship  awards scholarships of up to $5,000 to high school seniors with a focus on fields of business, information technology, and public relations. Must be enrolled in college in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, click HERE.       

Deadline: March 30

                                                                                                                                                             


Thiel Fellowship  awards $100,000 to young people 22 or younger who are interested in building a product. This is for students who want to skip or stop college and design their product or invention. For FAQ visit https:// studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14065/thiel-fellowship

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Kezian Science Scholarship  is a $1,200 scholarship for a high school senior who will be attending a college or university in the fall and is majoring in a science field. For information and to apply, visit https://www.drkezian.com/ science-scholarship/         

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Folds of Honor Military Scholarship  awards scholarships ranging from $2,500 - $5,000 for high school seniors who are dependents of fallen or disabled service members. For more information and to apply, visit: https:// foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/military-scholarships/ 

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Folds of Honor First Responder Scholarship  awards scholarships ranging from $2,500 - $5,000 for high school seniors who are dependents of fallen or disabled first responders. For more information and to apply, visit https:// foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/military-scholarships/

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

2025 Districts Make the Difference Video Contest  is a video contest for students in grades 9-12. Winners will receive scholarships ranging from $500 - $2,000. For more information and to apply, visit HERE.     

Deadline: March 31

 

Stossel in the Classroom Essay Contest  is an essay contest for students in grades 9-12. Winners in the high school division can win scholarships up to $2,500. For more information and to apply, visit https:// stosselintheclassroom.org/essay-contest/                   

Deadline: March 31

                                                           

Home Depot’s Path to Pro Scholarship Program- Technology Training  This   is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior planning on attending a two-year technical college or trade related program focused on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction management. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.myscholarship.app/home-depot- foundation

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship  awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com                                 

Deadline: March 31             

                                       

Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship  is a $1,500 scholarship for a high school senior who will be majoring in construction or engineering directly related to the construction industry. For more information and to apply, visit https:// pcea.wildapricot.org/scholarships           

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Niche No Essay Scholarship  is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com/
Deadline: March 31             

                             

Lockheed Martin Scholarship  awards two hundred (200) $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000) to high school seniors who plan to major in engineering or computer science. For more information and to apply, visit HERE.                                                       

Deadline: March 31

                                                                                                                               

Beyond the Cure Ambassador Scholarship  awards 58 $3,500 scholarships to high school seniors who are a childhood cancer survivor. Must be accepted into a post- secondary school for Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, click HERE.             

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Writers of the Future Scholarship contest  is a Science Fiction and Fantasy writing competition that awards scholarships in the amount of $500-$5,000. For more information and to enter, visit HERE. (Note- I looked a bit more into this one and it may be good to know it’s funded by L. Ron Hubbard- founder of Scientology.)                       

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Kochhar and Company Scholarship  awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior who will be enrolled in college full-time in Fall 2023. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information, essay topic, and to apply, visit https://kochharandco.ca/application. Students can study any subject but the required essay is about how accountants serve their clients.                         

Deadline: March 31

                                       

Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors ranging from $1,000- $5,000. Must be the child of an active duty, retired, or veteran member of USAF, ANG, or AFRC (no officer dependents) and must have a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://hqamf.org/scholarships

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Kiwanis Club of Augusta  awards $2,000 scholarships to a high school seniors from Richmond, Burke, Columbia or Aiken County. Field of study or career goals must impact the health care of children. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.cfcsra.org/how-we-grant/scholarships/ Deadline: March 31

                                                 

UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who have been diagnosed with epilepsy or who have a family member or caregiver with epilepsy. No minimum GPA required. For more information and to apply, visit:  https://www.ucbepilepsyscholarship.com/

Deadline: March 31

                                                                                                                                                 

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Scholarship-  awards two $2,500 scholarships to high school seniors. Male applicants must be a member or associate of SU-VCW. Female applicants must be a member of at least one of the Allied Orders. For more information and to apply, visit https://suvcw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Form- 12fi-revised-11-2022.pdf                                       

Deadline: March 31

                                                                                                                     

Jazz Education Network (J.E.N.) Scholarship  offers scholarships to high school seniors planning on attending a 2– or 4-year college to study music (especially jazz). Must complete application, submit transcript, 2 reference letters, and proof of community service hours. For more information and to apply, visit https:// jazzednet.org/scholarships/
Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Superpower Scholarship  is a $2,500 scholarship for a high school student who will be enrolled in a two or four year university by Fall 2028. For application and essay prompt, visit https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our- scholarships/superpower-scholarship                 

Deadline: March 31

                                                 

Driver Education Initiative Annual Scholarship  awards six $500 scholarships to high school students. For application and essay prompt, visit https://www.dmvedu.org/ scholarship/         

Three Deadlines: March 31 or Aug 1 or Nov 30

                                                 

The American Society of Military Comptrollers Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors. Must have a ASMC chapter endorsement letter, 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale, entering a field of study directly related to financial/resource management, and attending an accredited university or college in Fall 2023. For details and to apply, visit https://asmc.secure-platform.com/a/Organizations/main/Home

Deadline: March 31

                                       

•APRIL•


Orchard’s Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM awards multiple scholarships up to $2,500 for female high school seniors majoring in a STEM degree in college. For more information and to apply, visit https://orchard.com/blog/ posts/scholarship-for-women-of-color-in-stem

 Deadline: April 1

                                                 

Bridging Cultures Scholarship  is a scholarship essay contest open to all high school students with scholarships ranging from $2,000-$4,000. The essay topic is “What does it mean to think globally and act locally, and why is it important?” For more information and to apply, visit https:// lp.icesusa.org/bridging-cultures               

Deadline: April 1

                                                                           

USC’s Darla Moore’s School of Business Rising Scholars Program  awards a $5,000 housing stipend to incoming freshmen who are SC residents and identify with various dimensions of diversity. For more information and to apply, visit https://dmsbdandi.formstack.com/ forms/2023_rising_scholars_application           

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

Lewis Cenker Scholarship Fund  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who are entering a study directly related to the home building industry or a CATE program that offers curriculum in the home building industry. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.hbag.org/lewis- cenker-scholarship/       

Deadline: April 1

                   

USC Alumni Legacy Scholarship  is a $2,000 ($500 per year) scholarship awarded to high school seniors who will be attending USC in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have at least one parent or grandparent as a graduate of a UofSC campus and a current member of the University of South Carolina Alumni Association. To apply, visit https://uofscalumni.org/scholarships/legacy- scholarship/

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

USC Alumni Richard T. Greener Scholarship  is an $8,000 ($2,000 per year) scholarship awarded to minority high school seniors who will be attending USC Columbia in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. For more infor- mation and to apply, visit https://uofscalumni.org/ scholarships/greener/
Deadline: April 1

                                                                                                   

Linda “Noni” Anderson Memorial Music and Arts Scholarship  awards three (3) $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors who plan to study in arts or music. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale and have financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/linda-noni-anderson-memorial- music-and-arts-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships   

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

Educational Theatre Association  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who are inducted Thespians. Scholarships range from $1,000-$2,000 For more information and to apply, visit https://schooltheatre.org/ scholarships/     

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

The Herbert Lehman Education Fund  awards multiple $12,000 ($3,000 per year) scholarships to high school sen- iors. Must have a combined family income of less than $65,000, a record of academic achievement, and demon- strated commitment to public service. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us/ scholarships/herbert-lehman-education-fund-scholarship/

Deadline: April 1

                                                                                         

Project Yellow Light/Hunter Garner Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships ranging from $2,000 -$8,0000 to high school students. Must submit a video, ad, a radio spot, or design for a billboard to promote safe driving. For details and to apply, visit https://www.projectyellowlight.com/how-it- works   

Deadline: April 1

                                                           

Jennifer Webb-Cook Gameplan Scholarship  awards a $3,735 scholarship to a high school senior. Must be an athlete and come from a single-family home. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/ jennifer-webb-cook-gameplan-scholarship/#ref=best- scholarships   

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

Blitman Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineer- ing  awards a $5,000 scholarship to a high school senior. Must be a member of an underrepresented ethnic minority in the field of engineering, accepted into an ABET-accredited engineering program at a 4-year college or university, and a U.S. citizen. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.nspe.org/resources/students/scholarships/maureen-l- howard-n-blitman-pe-scholarship-promote-diversity

Deadline: April 1

                                                 

Society of Hispanics in STEM Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 to high school seniors beginning a STEM undergraduate degree. Must have a 2.5 minimum GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://shpe.org/engage/ programs/scholarshpe/   

Deadline: April 2         

                                     

Anne Ford Scholarship  awards a $10,000 ($2,500 per year) scholarship to a high school senior with a learning disability or ADHD and will be attending a 4-year college in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, visit https:// ncld.org/what-we-do/scholarships/anne-ford-scholarship/ Deadline: April 5     

                                 

Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship  awards a $5,000 ($2,500 per year) scholarship to a high school senior with a learning disability or ADHD and will be attending a 2-year college or vocational school in Fall 2023. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.ncld.org/what-we-do/ scholarships/allegra-ford-thomas-scholarship/
Deadline: April 5       

                                                                               

Senah C. and C.A. Kent Foundation Scholarship

Awards scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate moral character and qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Must have a 2.0 GPA or higher on 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial need and academic achievement. To apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/ incapp/indexcss_std.php
Deadline: April 5

                                                 

Auxiliary Nursing Care Scholarship  awards a scholarship to a high school senior who will be majoring in nursing. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php Deadline: April 6           

               

Law School Opportunity Scholarship  awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior who will be pursuing a degree in law. For more information, video prompt, and to apply, visit https://www.salvimaher.com/scholarship

Deadline: April 6                                               


USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program  is a FULL Tuition, Fees, Room, and Board scholarship awarded to a high school senior planning on pursuing an agriculture or agriculture-related bachelor’s degree from one of the 1994 Land Grant Universities. Must be a US citizen, have an overall 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and demonstrate leadership and community service. For details and to apply, visit https://www.usda.gov/tribalrelations/tribal-college-program

Deadline: April 9           

                               

Sage Valley Golf Foundation Scholarship  is a $5,000 scholarship for a North Augusta high school senior with a B or C average; however, all graduating seniors are encouraged to apply. This scholarship is not tied to golf, but rather effort, achievement, and need. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Please complete the fillable PDF https:// www.acpsd.net/cms/lib/SC02209457/Centricity/ Domain/7470/Sage%20Valley%20Fillable%20App% 202023.pdf

Deadline: April 10 to Coach Long in counseling office

                                                 

Steinberg Law Firm Scholarship Program  awards five $1,000 scholarships to South Carolina high school seniors attending college in Fall 2023. For additional information, essay topic, and to apply, visit https:// www.steinberglawfirm.com/giving-back/the-steinberg-law- firm-scholarship-program/

Deadline: 5:00 PM on April 10

                                                                                                             

Elmer Roe Deaver Foundation Scholarship  awards a high school senior who is the child or descendent of a former Quaker City Life Insurance Company employee. For more information and to apply, visit

https:// www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php     

Deadline: April 11                                                                           


Diabetes Scholars  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors with Type 1 Diabetes. Must be attending college in Fall 2023/Spring 2024, and be a US citizen. For more information and to apply, visit https://beyondtype1.org/ diabetes-scholarships/

Deadline: April 14                                           

   

ABA Member Scholarship  awards multiple $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors who are dependents of full-time employees with an American Bus Association members. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/aba-member

Deadline: April 14                                             


ABA Academic Merit Scholarship  awards two $5,000 scholarships to high school seniors with a 3.4 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/academic-merit
Deadline: April 14

                                                 

ABA Diversity Scholarship  awards a $5,000 scholarships to high school senior who will be majoring in a travel or tourism related major. For more information and to ap- ply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/diversity

Deadline: April 14


ABA Peter L. Picknelly Scholarship  is a $2,500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who is a dependent of a bus driver, mechanic, or maintenance personnel of an ABA member. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba-foundation/scholarships/peter-l- picknelly 

Deadline: April 14

                                                                                                             

2025 Kesha Young Scholarship  awards a scholarship to a high school senior from an underrepresented minority group who is pursuing a career in healthcare. Must have a minimum 3.0 on 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://missionhealth.org/medical-professionals/ scholarships/2023-kesha-young-scholarship-application- instructions/

Deadline: April 14 by 5:00 PM

                                                 

HITEC Foundation Scholarships  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors of Hispanic heritage who are majoring in technology or an approved technology-related major. Must have a minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resided, or have Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) status. For more information and to apply https://www.hitecglobal.org/foundation

Deadline: April 14

                                                                                                   

10 Words or Less Scholarship  awards a $1,000 scholar- ship to a high school senior who will be attending college in the next fall term. For more information and to apply, visit https:// studentscholarships.org/easy.php   

Deadline: April 15

                                                                                         

ABA Yellow Ribbon Scholarship  is a $5,000 scholar- ship awarded to a high school senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale who will be majoring in a transportation and tourism industry field. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.buses.org/aba- foundation/scholarships/yellow-ribbon-scholarship

Deadline: April 14                                             


Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes  is for students between the ages of 8-18 who have organized and led an extraordinary service activity that has benefited others or the planet we share. For more information and to apply, visit https://barronprize.org/apply/ 

Deadline: April 15

                                                                               

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Statewide Aca- demic Scholarship  is offering multiple $2,000 scholarships to South Carolina high school seniors. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, accepted into a four-year college or university for Fall 2023, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

                                                 

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Beauty Culture Scholarship  is offering $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending beauty school or college studying cosmetology or barbering for Fall, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

                                                 

Tywanza Sanders Legacy Foundation Textbook Schol- arship  is offering $500-$1,000 to scholarships to high school seniors to cover textbook costs. Applicants must be accepted into a four-year college or university for Fall 2023, and demonstrate financial need. For application and essay prompt, visit https:// www.tywanzasanderslegacyfoundation.com/scholarships

Deadline: April 15

                                                 

Intertech STEM Scholarship  awards a $2,500 scholar- ship to a high school senior studying computer science and will be a full-time student in Fall. Must have a 3.3 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.intertech.com/stem-scholarships/

Deadline: April 15                       

                         

PFLAG Aiken Scholarship  is a scholarship for a high school senior. Must be an Aiken County (SC) resident, accepted and attending college, technical school or vocational school in 2023-2024, identify as LGBTQ or a straight ally who can demonstrate interest in and/or service to the LGBTQI com-munity. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. Application available in the counseling office.

Deadline: April 15                             

                 

Minority Students x Stem Scholarship  awards one $8,050 scholarship to a BIPOC high school senior majoring in engineering, computer science, or similar degrees. Must be a first generation student. For more information and to apply, visit https://bold.org/scholarships/minority-students-x -stem-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships
Deadline: April 15

                   

Porch Skilled Trade & Technology Scholarship  awards four $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors pursuing a degree that enables you or others in your community to learn a new trade, develop skills and technology, or start a small business related to home services offered by Porch. For more information and to apply, visit https://porch.com/ resources/scholarships 

Deadline: April 16

                                                 

Glenn Miller Scholarship Competition  is a $3,000 scholarship for a high school senior who intends to make music a central part of their future. For details and to apply, visit https://www.glennmiller.org/scholarship 

Deadline: April 21                                           


Student-View Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships ranging from $500-$5,000 to high school seniors. No minimum GPA. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html     

Deadline: April 23

                                                                               

Julia B. Beensen Scholarship  awards a scholarship to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate financial need. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.csascholars.org/beensen/index.php

Deadline: April 27

                   

ANS Savannah River Section Benjamin Memorial Scholarship  is a scholarship awarded to a high school senior attending a four-year or two-year college or university in Fall 2023 with a major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. Applications available in the counseling office. 

Deadline: April 28     

                                       

Mike Rowe WORKS Scholarship  awards $1,000,000 in scholarships to high school seniors that will be completing a trade-related program or plan to enroll in a 2-year college, vocational, technical, or other approved program. Four year degrees are NOT eligible. For application details, visit https://www.mikeroweworks.org/scholarship/

Deadline: April 28                             

                   

International Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) Essay Contest  is an essay contest for high school seniors and the first and second prize winners will receive a $2,000 and $1,000 scholarship. For more information and to enter, visit https://www.iwsh.org/hidden/iwsh- essay-scholarship-contest/                                         

Deadline: April 28           

                                 

Lift Parts Express Scholarship  awards a $500 scholar- ship to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall 2023. For additional Information, essay topic, and to apply visit https://forkliftpartsindiana.com/forkliftparts.php

Deadline: April 30                                 

               

Aiken Singers Music Scholarship  awards a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior in Aiken County. Must be a current students of a local voice or performance teacher and will continue vocal or instrumental studies at the college level. Applications are available in the counseling office. Deadline: April 30   

                                           

Abbott Painters Scholarship awards  is a $500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior attending a post- secondary institution in Fall with any major. For details and to apply visit https://painterslangley.com/apply

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

SBO Essay Contest  awards ten $1,000 scholarships to high school students. Must complete an essay about a music teacher who has changed your life. For more information and to enter, visit https://sbomagazine.com/2023-essay- contest/

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Discover Student Loans Scholarship  is a monthly $500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior who plans to attend college in Fall. For more information and to apply, visit https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/? acmpgn=E_EAW_CSEM_BM_X_BMHS2#/rules     

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Trent Hutto Memorial Scholarship  is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior. Parent must be a member of the Aiken County Farm Bureau, have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and studying agriculture or an ag-related field. Application available in the counseling office.

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Snapology STEM Studies Scholarship  awards a $2,500 scholarship to a female high school senior interested in pursuing a STEM education. For more information and to apply, visit https://scholarshipowl.com/scholarship/23423- snapology-stem-studies-scholarship?

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF)  awards multiple scholarships for high school seniors who will be enrolled in vocational or trade school or 2-year or 4-year colleges or universities. Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and have a household income below $75,000 per year. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.shawncartersf.com/scholarship-fund/

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship  awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Scholarship Points Scholarship  awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

Niche No Essay Scholarship  is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com/

Deadline: April 30

                                                 

 •MAY•


Odenza Vacations Scholarship  awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://odenzavacationsscholarships.com/   

Deadline: May 1

                                                 

Leavitt Machinery (LM) Scholarship Program  awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and attending a college or university in Fall. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://forklifttraininggrandeprairie.com/     

Deadline: May 1

                                                 

Joye Law Firm Scholarship  will award six $2,000 scholarships to a high school seniors planning on attending a 4- year institution of higher learning in Fall. For applica- tion details and the essay prompt, visit https:// www.joyelawfirm.com/joye-scholarship-program/   

Deadline: May 1

                                                 

Joye Law Firm HBCU Scholarship  will award a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior planning on attending an HBCU college or university in Fall. For application details and the essay prompt, visit https:// www.joyelawfirm.com/hbcu-scholarship-program/

Deadline: May 1         

                                 

The Paradigm Challenge  is an ongoing competition for students ages 4-18 to use kindness, creativity, and collaboration to make a difference and win up to $100,000. For more information and to apply, visit HERE.   

Deadline: May 1                                           


PHCC Educational Foundation Scholarships  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors who will be en- rolled in a PHCC-approved plumbing or HVAC program, a full-time certificate or degree program, or a full-time undergraduate program with a major directly related to the plumb- ing-heating-cooling industry. For more information and to apply visit https://www.phccfoundation.org/foundation/ scholarship-program/

Deadline: May 1

                                                       

Axel D. Adams Foundation  awards four $500 scholarships to high school seniors in Aiken County. Must be African-American, demonstrate leadership qualities, participate in extracurricular activities, have community service experi- ence, and have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: May 1

                                                 

Got a Spine Scholarship  awards a $500 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and attending a college or university in Fall 2023. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com/ chiropractor_fairbanks.php

Deadline: May 2

                                                 

Review It Scholarship  awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and attending a college or university in Fall. For more information, essay prompt, and to apply, visit https://chiureviewsscholarship.com/reviews.php

Deadline: May 15

                                                 

Lavina Michl Wright Scholarship  awards a scholarship to a high school senior who has demonstrated academic achievement, leadership ability, service in the community, and has financial need. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit https:// www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php 

Deadline: May 25

                                                 

Humanity Scholarship  awards one $25,000 and five $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors who will be attending college in Fall. For additional Information and to apply visit https://www.authenticid.com/careers/ scholarships-spring-2023/ 

Deadline: May 30

                                                 

L’Oreal Professional Empowering Diversity Scholarship

Awards a $5,000 scholarship to high school seniors who identify as a person of color and will be enrolled in a cosmetology program that leads to licensure. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: May 31

                                                                                                   

AISES Chevron Scholarship  awards multiple $5,000 per year scholarships to high school seniors who are enrolled citizens or a descendent of an enrolled Tribal citizen. Also open to Pacific Islanders, natives of Alaska or Hawaii and First Nations students Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale and be enrolled in a select major for Fall term. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: May 31

                                                 

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship  awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com                           

Deadline: May 31          


Scholarship Points Scholarship  awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: May 31

                                                 

Niche No Essay Scholarship  is a monthly $2,000 scholarship open to all high school students. To apply, visit https://www.niche.com

Deadline: May 31   

                                 

•JUNE•

                                                                                                                                     

Crowning Lupus J.E.N. Scholarship  is a scholarship named after the founder’s sister, Jessica Elaine Nealious and will be awarded to an Aiken County high school senior who will be attending a two or four year school in Fall of 2023. Applications available in the counseling office.

Deadline: June 5

                                                 

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship  is a $1,000 scholarship available to a high school junior or senior. Must submit an essay. Information and application can be found at https:// abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php       

Deadline: June 10

                                                 

Anastapoulo Law Firm “Tragedy to Triumph” Scholarship  awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior. For more information, essay topic, and to apply, visit HERE.     

Deadline: June 15

       

Home Depot’s Path to Pro Scholarship Program  is a $2,000 scholarship for a high school senior planning on attending a two-year technical college or trade related program focused on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction management. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: June 30

                                                 

No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship  awards four (4) $1,000 scholarships each month to students ages 16 and older. For information and to apply, visit www.scholarshipowl.com

Deadline: June 30

                                                 

Scholarship Points Scholarship  awards a monthly $2,500 scholarship to high school students. For more information and to apply, visit www.scholarshippoints.com

Deadline: June 30

                                          

SkillPointe Foundation $1,000 Scholarship for Technical/Vocational Training  awards a minimum of two $1,000 scholarships to students in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation and other fields. Must be attending a certificate, training, or two-year degree program. For more information and to apply, visit HERE

Deadline: June 30

                                                           

Automotive Hall of Fame Scholarship  awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors with an interest in an automotive career. Must be enrolled full-time in Fall term and have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information and to apply, visit HERE    

Deadline: June 30

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Using data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York—and factoring in both early and mid-career salaries—these are the ten highest-paying college majors along with the average salary reported by graduates aged 22-27: 1) Computer Engineering: $80,000 Computer engineering majors learn the ins and outs of computer construction. This major is like product design but specifically focused on computers. You have the chance to come up with new computer systems while gaining experience in research, advancing existing technologies, and testing. Maybe you’ll even graduate with a patent or two! 2) Chemical Engineering: $79,000 Chemical engineering majors study the ins and outs of chemical processes, immersing themselves in topics like thermodynamics, process design, and fluid mechanics. Out in the workforce, a chemical engineer’s skillset is quite versatile and in demand, with chemical engineers found in sectors from environmental engineering to pharmaceuticals. Certain specialties, like petroleum engineering, can be especially lucrative. Read: Best Colleges for Chemical Engineering . 3) Computer Science: $78,000 Of the highest-paying college majors, computer science is one of the most popular. Affording a blend of the technical and creative, this major equips you to work across industries. Plus, studying computer science gives you the tools to shape thoughtful tech policy, the need for which will likely increase with the growth of AI. Even though Big Tech has suffered from layoffs over the past several years, and some entry-level CS sectors are currently oversaturated, there are many remunerative ways to apply a computer science degree. Read: Best Colleges for Computer Science 4) Aerospace Engineering: $74,000 Majoring in aerospace engineering will provide in-depth training in aerodynamics, structural design, materials science, and flight mechanics. Accordingly, aerospace engineers are often found putting their skills to good use in the aviation, spacecraft, and defense industries. Certain states, like California, Texas, and Florida, are especially good locations for aerospace majors. Read: Best Colleges for Aerospace Engineering 5) Electrical Engineering: $72,000 Was your favorite part of science class building circuit boards? If so, then an electrical engineering major might be the right fit. Think classroom circuits, but turbo-charged. You will acquire fluency in electromagnetism, materials science, and more. With this knowledge base, you can enter an array of industries, from renewable energy and telecommunications to healthcare. Read: Best Colleges for Electrical Engineering. 6) Industrial Engineering: $71,000 In a world ruled by highly efficient businesses in the mold of Amazon or Walmart, there is a constant need to improve industrial productivity, delivery, scheduling, and customer service. It is often said that industrial engineering is where “engineering meets people” as those in the field bring principles of mathematics, economics, and systems analysis directly onto the manufacturing floor. Banks, governments, transportation agencies, hospitals, and utility companies are also major employers of industrial engineers. Read: Best Colleges for Industrial Engineering. 7) Mechanical Engineering: $70,000 Mechanical engineers are tasked with taking something from an idea to a product that is functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. To accomplish this monumental task, students must become well-versed in physics, engineering, and materials science. The job outlook for mechanical engineers is excellent, due, in part, to the wide variety of industries that hire them, including the automative, biomedical, and manufacturing sectors. Read: Best Colleges for Mechanical Engineering 8) Finance: $66,000 Finance majors emerge from their undergraduate studies as budding experts in areas such as stocks, bonds, wealth management, financial planning, investment banking, and venture capitalism. Future Wall Street wolves hoping to enter a major financial firm such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase, or BlackRock would do well to attend a college or university that serves as direct pipelines to such companies. Read: Best Colleges for Finance 9) Economics: $65,000 While some who major in this highly rigorous discipline will go on to obtain graduate degrees and earn the title of “economist,” most economics majors will parlay their skills into employment opportunities in government, finance, and the business world. Accordingly, they emerge from four years of study with a deep understanding of market forces, regulations, trade, finance, and the principles of economic theory. Read: Best Colleges for Economics 10) Construction Services: $64,000 The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the industry of construction management to grow by 8% through 2029, good news for young people with a passion for pursuing a degree in this field. A bachelor’s degree can put students on the path toward becoming facilities managers, site engineers, surveyors, sustainability consultants, or even down the road—senior-level managers and executives for large construction companies. Read: Best Colleges for Construction Management The rest: