Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - OPENS OCTOBER 1st; COMPLETE ASAP
- What is the FAFSA?
- Types of Federal Student Aid
- How to Create an Account and Username (FSA ID) for StudentAid.gov
- Create an Account and Username (FSA ID)
- How to Fill out the FAFSA Form
- Do You Need Money For College or Career School?
Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) - OPENS OCTOBER 1st; COMPLETE BEFORE GRADUATION
Pinellas Education Foundation Scholarship Application (PEFSA) - OPENS SEPTEMBER 30th; COMPLETE BY JANUARY 31st
- Ranging from $500 to $5,000, numerous scholarship opportunities are available to high school graduating seniors in the Pinellas County Public School system. Students only need to fill out one application to match their needs and future interests with nearly 100 scholarship opportunities.
Pinellas County Schools Office of Financial Aid
- Scholarship Opportunities - check this link on the Pinellas County Schools Office of Finanical Aid's website (posted above) monthly as scholarships will change.
College Board BigFuture Scholarships
Khan Academy: Paying for College Lesson
CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder - Search more than 7,500 scholarships, fellowships, grants, and other financial aid award opportunities. You can:
- Look through the whole list of scholarships below, arranged in order of closest deadline
- Narrow your list with "Search by keyword." Enter a keyword about the type of award you're looking for
- Use the filters to see only awards for certain award types, locations, level of study, and more
College Board Scholarship Search - Begin exploring scholarship opportunities by taking an inventory of your interests. Your academic strengths, extracurricular activities and career goals are also important. Use Scholarship Search to get started.
Common App - A new tab within the application lets students access financial aid and scholarship opportunities while completing their Common App.Fastweb - We're the leading online resource in finding scholarships to help you pay for school.
Going Merry - One app for all your scholarships! It just got a lot easier for students (just like you) to find and apply to scholarships online, absolutely free, forever.
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Elks National Foundation Scholarship Programs
If prompted, the program code is: ElksMVS
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Eligibility:
- Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
- Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
- High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
- Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.
AWARDS: 500 four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year
DEADLINE: November 12 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Who is Eligible?
- For the 2026 contest, any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the Order on or before April 1, 2023, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2023, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member for the last two contiguous years through March 31, 2026. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.
- The applicant must be a high school senior.
- The applicant must apply online only. The 2026 Legacy Awards application deadline is February 2, 2026, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time. NOTE: This is NOON, mid-day, Pacific time.
- If the applicant's parent and grandparent are both Elk members, the applicant must select the parent's Elks Lodge on the application.
- We have waived the standardized test requirement for the 2026 Legacy contest. You do not need to submit ACT and/or SAT scores.
- Students may apply for more than one ENF scholarship; however, they may win only one. In cases where the student wins more than one, we will award the scholarship with the greater value. Students can accept local and state scholarships, which are separate from the awards at the national level.
- Legacy Awards may only be applied to accredited US American schools, colleges or universities. (Note: Applicants from Panama, Puerto Rico and the Philippines may apply Legacy Awards toward schools, colleges or universities in their respective homes.)
- If you are selected as a 2026 Legacy Awards recipient, to further strengthen your connection to the #ElksFamily, you must complete an act of service with a Lodge at least three times during your collegiate career. Click here for more information about serving with the Elks.
How Do I Apply, and What Are the Deadlines?
Eligible students should apply in the following manner:
- The student must complete and submit the ONLINE application. The 2026 Legacy Awards application opens on September 1, 2025 and the deadline is February 2, 2026 at 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time.
- The Elk sponsor’s membership will be verified through the BPOE Grand Lodge headquarters.
- When a student registers to complete the online application, both the applicant and Lodge Secretary will be notified by email.
- If you have questions about your online Legacy Awards application, contact the ENF Scholarship Office via email at scholarship@elks.org. Visit our Legacy Awards FAQ page.
- Upon receipt of the application, the applicant will receive a notification that the application was received. Winners will be announced in late April 2026.
AWARDS: $4,000
DEADLINE: February 2 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
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Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship Program
Who is Eligible?
High school seniors playing for their school, club team, or in league sports.
AWARD: $2000
DEADLINE: October 7
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Indian Rocks Beach VFW Post 10094 -- 2025-2026 Youth Scholarships Contest
AWARD: $5000
DEADLINE: October 31
AWARD: $35,000
DEADLINE: October 31
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Various Scholarships
ScholarshipOwl is your source of relief from the dreaded application process. We put students on the fast-track to success by providing direct access to the scholarships they need the most. Take the hassle out of financial aid and maximize your chance at a free ride in college. No matter how much funding you need for school, we have the opportunities...$2,025
The $2,000 No Essay Scholarship by Sallie is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:A parent who currently has a child enrolled in...$2,000
The "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply.To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being:EarnestDeterminedMovingThe scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics.Furthermore, the scholarship will be...$25,000
Covering the cost of college expenses for four years without writing a single essay? Sounds too good to be true.It isn't with Niche. We are giving one student $40,000 to help pay for tuition, living expenses, books, and other educational expenses.Who Can ApplyAll high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in...$40,000
The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship.This scholarship...$10,000
The Christian Connector offers various scholarship drawings for Christian/Faith Based colleges and universities. All of the information services provided by The Christian Connector are offered absolutely free!Eligibility:Students applying to the Faith Based College Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2026, 2027, 2028 or 2029) interested in attending a Christian/Faith Based university or college.About:The Christian Connector offers a...$2,000
The Scholarship is open to all residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, age 17 or older at the time of entry. Employees and contractors of LeverEdge Association are ineligible to participate in the Scholarship Program. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.SelectionOne (1) entry will be selected at random at the end of the...$2,000
The Lenny Scholarship offers $1,001 US to support young individuals aged 16 and above, enrolled in college and residing in the US or India. Automatic disqualification may occur for multiple applications.EligibilityYou must be a resident of the US or IndiaYou must be 16 years of age or olderYou must be enrolled in a college$1,001
The Appily scholarship application is fast and easy.Scholarship Eligibility: This scholarship is open to high school sophomores, juniors, and first semester senior students for all majors and schools. We will judge this scholarship based on other criteria such as volunteer work, extracurricular activities, special circumstances, etc.About the sponsors of the scholarship (EAB and Appily):EAB is the market leader in helping colleges...$1,000
Scholarship Eligibility:A) Anyone who is between the ages of 14-25 who will be attending school in the Fall of 2026.B) This scholarship is provided by StudentScholarships.org. In order to apply for our scholarship follow these instructions:1. Go to www.facebook.com/myscholarships and place a comment on any post you see answering the question:In 10 words or less, tell us why you deserve...$1,000
To encourage students to spend more time preparing for the Common App, Scholarship Guidance has created an annual scholarship to reward students.To be eligible for the Scholarship Guidance "Common App Scholarship" a student must:A) Be in Grade 11 or Grade 12B) Be attending college or university no later than October 1, 2026.C) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater...$2,000
To be eligible for the Summit Physical Therapy scholarship a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than January of 2026.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by January of 2026.3) Have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Submit answers to the essay...$500
The Our Family brand is proud to offer the opportunity for our shoppers, who are pursuing post-secondary education, throughout America’s Heartland to apply for academic scholarships. We’ll be awarding fifteen, $5,000 scholarships, which are made possible through Our Family Cares.Application CategoriesLocal ScholarshipGraduate DegreeUndergraduate DegreeCommunity InvolvementGood Citizenship/CharacterCommunity College, Trade or Vocational SchoolEligibilityApplicants must be 18 years of age or olderResidence: Colorado,...$5,000
Our scholarship program is designed to support, educate and inspire the next generation of leaders and professionals who have the power to change the future. We have three scholarship categories to help you achieve your education goals.Indigenous PeoplesWe are committed to building mutually beneficial relationships with Canada’s Indigenous communities. As part of this commitment, we award scholarships to Indigenous students...$3,000
The Fulbright Program was established by Congress in 1946 with an ambitious goal — to increase mutual understanding and support friendly and peaceful relations between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. For more than 75 years, Fulbright alumni have made an impact in areas like public service, science and technology, public health, arts, education...$10,000
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.AwardScholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid...$200,000
Rising high school juniors and seniors may obtain a USSYP application through their high school principals, school counselors and social studies teachers OR they may inquire directly to their state selection contacts using this website (see selection contacts listing on home page). All student delegates to the United States Senate Youth Program are selected by state-level education officials – the...$10,000
We are proud to announce the Caitlin Kehoe Scholarship, a one-time ($2000) scholarship awarded to a Woman of WORTH committed to making a significant impact in Recreation, Tourism, and Hospitality and/or Marketing/Communications.Caitlin began her career in tourism and hospitality just over 10 years ago. Today, she is a Marketing & Communications Manager for Wall Centre Hotels and recently completed her...$20,000
We’re looking for leaders with the ability to influence, energize, and inspire others to make an impact. Who do you aspire to be? Are you ready to add your mark to the Morehead-Cain legacy?Are you the next Morehead-Cain?Morehead-Cains are members of a special group one that well understands the dedication that excellence demands. They have demonstrated a desire to use...$80,000
The U.S. Rhodes Scholarship application is available each year in early July.The application deadline this year is 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 1. Please note that applications must be submitted before this time to be eligible.District receptions and interviews are now held annually on the second weekend of November (Friday and Saturday). District Secretaries will notify candidates...$50,000
The ConnectHER Film Festival is an international youth competition that welcomes short films about issues that impact women and girls. Before making a film for submission, please read all of the following entry requirements and FAQs. We are excited to see your submissions! Good luck!Films must focus on one of our topic areas.We accept every type of filmmaking form and...$5,000
Scholarships and other monetary support are available to help with costs when you join Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). Focus on your education and graduate into a secure path as an Army Officer—and with less debt for the school years your scholarship covers. You’re eligible if you are a high school student enrolling in college, enrolled in college, or...$200,000
The Daniels Scholarship Program helps make college possible for motivated and ambitious students.We’re looking for students with great potential, strong character, big dreams, and values that align with the man behind it all, Bill Daniels. Daniels Scholars® are America’s next generation of leaders, persevering through life’s challenges and committed to making a difference in the world around them. They are...$40,000
The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) High School Award honors 9th - 12th grade students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, persistence, and future plans. Since 2007, more than...$500
Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy® audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, more than 26,400 ninth through 12th-grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $1.4 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the...$35,000
The Churchill Scholarship was established at the request of Sir Winston Churchill as part of the founding of Churchill College, Cambridge. It fulfills his vision of deepening the US–UK partnership in order to advance science and technology on both sides of the Atlantic, ensuring our future prosperity and security.The AwardWe fund up to 18 scholarships per year, comprised of 16...$75,000
Since 2007, the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship has honored 91 national scholars and 252 Emerging Leaders, awarding more than $1.2 million in youth scholarships and grants. Students are honored for making a significant impact against hunger by raising awareness and mobilizing solutions to eliminate childhood hunger. The scholarship is named for the Foundation’s founder and former president, who...$10,000
The Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science competition for high school seniors, providing an important forum for original research that is recognized and reviewed by a national jury of professional scientists. Alumni have made extraordinary contributions to science and have earned many of the world’s most distinguished science and math honors, including...$250,000
The Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program is the largest undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. In addition to the monetary award, Cooke Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising, significant cohort-based programming, and graduate school funding, as well as a thriving network of nearly 3,200...$55,000
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.Eligibility:Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.High school graduates are not eligible to apply.Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted;...$30,000
To be considered eligible for the Odenza Marketing Scholarship you must:Be between the ages of 16 and 25 on the day of the deadline.Submit answers to the essay questions, which can be found on the application page, prior to the deadline.Have at least one full year of post-secondary studies remaining at the time of the award. (Current High School Students...$500
The President’s Own United States Marine Band, in conjunction with the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, is pleased to announce its Concerto Competition for High School Musicians is now open. All application materials are due Nov. 15, 2025. The winner will appear as a guest soloist with the Marine Band during the 2026 concert season and receive a $2,500 scholarship from...$2,500
Type of Awards:Five (5) $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to five (5) college or technical school students, payable to their school. Four awards will be for video work while one will be for still photography.One (1) $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to one (1) graduate student, payable to their school, for video work.Five (5) Digital SLR Cameras will be awarded...$2,500
Soroptimist was formed in 1921 in Oakland, California, at a time when women were not permitted to join service organizations. Our name, loosely translated from the Latin, means best for women. Today, we have over 25,000 members and supporters in countries across North America, Latin America and the Pacific Rim. We are one of five federations that make up Soroptimist...$16,000
Since 2013, The National Space Club and Foundation has offered the opportunity for a student to give the keynote address at the National Space Club and Foundation's annual Goddard Memorial Dinner, one of the space industry's most prestigious gatherings. The student must intend to pursue a career in the Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) fields, be academically strong and...$20,000
The Scholar Award is a one-time, competitive, merit-based award is intended to recognize and encourage academic excellence and achievement by women in doctoral-level programs. In addition to recognizing and encouraging excellence in higher education, these awards provide partial support for study and research for women who will make significant contributions in their varied fields of endeavor. All applicants are nominated...$25,000
Pontius Tax Law, PLLC is a proud supporter of U.S. Veterans. The firm’s founder, John Pontius, is a Veteran himself and is committed to honoring the military personnel who have served our country. Attorney Pontius started practicing law in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps with the 1st Armored Division in Germany and was later deployed to Iraq. Attorney...$1,000
We know that every student’s college experience is different. That’s why our program takes a personalized approach.AcademicSuccess in college starts with people who’ve got your back. Regular check-ins with advisors and resources help you stay on track—balancing classes, setting goals, and making big decisions.FinancialCollege is expensive, but we’re here to help. A $20,000 flexible scholarship covers tuition and housing—plus a...$20,000
Lamber Goodnow Injury Lawyers (an award-winning personal injury law firm serving Phoenix, Denver & Chicago) awards several academic scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in a range of programs and schools.Follow the links below to find out more about each of our scholarship opportunities:College Scholarship Two for $1,000 eachNursing Scholarship One for $1,000Law School Scholarship One for $1,000Medical...$1,000
This award annually recognizes star qualities in a male high school junior or senior who competes in the sport of bowling. Star qualities include distinguished certified bowling performance on the local, regional, state and national levels, academic achievement and extracurricular and civic involvement. The award winner receives a $6,000 scholarship and an expenses-paid trip for the winner and a parent...$6,000
We are aware of how profoundly a cancer diagnosis affects the family dynamics and the emotional well-being of each family member. Everything changes in a family when someone gets a cancer diagnosis. Parents have to quit jobs and focus on treatment and the family's income decreases drastically. Our goal is to support a student with a family connection to cancer...$5,000
Founded by technology entrepreneur and investor Peter Thiel in 2011, the Thiel Fellowship is a two-year program for young people who want to build new things. Thiel Fellows skip or stop out of college to receive a $100,000 grant and support from the Thiel Foundation's network of founders, investors, and scientists.What is the Fellowship?The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year, $200,000...$100,000
The Roger W. Kahn Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Roger Kahn (1907–1962) and his passion for aviation and entertainment. Kahn spent the latter part of his career at Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation as a test pilot and then managed the technical service and sales division. In the 1940s, Kahn was actively involved with the Institute of the...$10,000
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards for students completing twelfth grade (or final high school year) in 2026 who are planning careers in government service. Scholarship applicants must be citizens of the United States. The Trustees and Members of the Foundation, mindful of the significance of the important event in...$5,000
StudentCam is C-SPAN’s annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation.In this coming bicentennial year celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are asking students in grades 6-12 to create a short (5:00-6:00 minute) video documentary on either a historical or contemporary...$5,000
The National Eagle Scout Association is proud to offer scholarships that can help you continue your educational adventureEligibilityEagle Scouts must be a member of the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA) to apply.Eagle Scouts may apply for NESA scholarships beginning in their senior year of high school through their junior year in an undergraduate program or by the halfway point of...$50,000
To be eligible for the Lift Parts Express Scholarship you must be either:A Current Senior in High School or a Freshman or Sophomore in College/UniversityBe a legal resident of the United States or CanadaEnrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2026Submit a completed online application form prior to the deadline.$500
To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2026.2) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2026 deadline.3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.4) Be a resident of the United States...$500
The LM Scholarship Program provides a $500 scholarship to a deserving student who is: 1. Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September. 2. A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.3. A student must be...$500
Dr. Gabriel and Christine Chiu are active philanthropists who avidly support a variety of organizations such as: Children Mending Hearts, Cedars Sinai, the American Red Cross, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, John Wayne Cancer Institute, Children's Action Network, GenArt, AVIVA, Project Angel Food, Center Dance Arts, Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Obesity, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Help for Orphans,...$1,000
Last Modified on September 14, 2025
