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In this blog post, we've curated a list of opportunities that could pave the way for your academic dreams. Whether you're a high school senior gearing up for college or a current student seeking financial aid, these scholarships might be just what you need.
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As we step into January, what better way to kick-start the year than by exploring exciting scholarship opportunities? In this blog post, we've curated a list of opportunities that could pave the way for your academic dreams. Whether you're a high school senior gearing up for college or a current student seeking financial aid, these scholarships might be just what you need.
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So, without further ado, let's dive into the wealth of possibilities waiting for you this January.
🏆 Award: Up to $40,000
📅 Deadline: Jan 10th
Eligibility: Women who are U.S. citizens and residents of the state of Alabama, and who either attend or have plans to attend a four-year Alabama college or university accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, are eligible for consideration. Applicants should possess a minimum ACT score of 23, and superscoring may be taken into account.
Submit: Linly Heflin grants scholarships for up to four years in the amount of $10,000 per year to a limited number of applicants who have both economic needs and proven academic records.
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🏆 Award: Up to $5,000
📅 Deadline: Jan 10th
Eligibility: Applicants to the William A. March Education Trust Scholarship must: Be high school seniors, graduates, current college undergraduates or graduate level students. Plan to enroll in fulltime undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year. PNC employees, children of PNC employees or Trust Committee members are ineligible.
Submit: To complete your application, you must electronically submit a current and comprehensive transcript of grades, including student name, school name, grades, and credit hours for each course and term. Please note that grade reports are not accepted. If you are providing SAT or ACT test scores, and they are not listed on your high school transcript, you must also upload a separate copy of your test score report(s). Additionally, one online recommendation form must be submitted on your behalf no later than January 12, 2024, by 3:00 pm Central Time. Your application will be considered incomplete until all the required materials are submitted electronically.
Read more: Exciting Changes Coming to the 2024–25 FAFSA Form: What You Need to Know
🏆 Award: $1,000
📅 Deadline: Jan 11th
Eligibility: Students from Kentucky, West Virginia, and Virginia are eligible to apply if they are going to trade school, or a traditional 2 or 4 year college for a STEM career, with a focus on engineering. To apply, students must be a first generation college student currently or looking to study STEM.
Submit: Write about what drew you to the career path you are pursuing, and how do you plan on making a difference through your career? (400–600 words).
🏆 Award: $500
📅 Deadline: Jan 13th
Eligibility: Any undergraduate student who has at least a 3.2 GPA and is pursuing nursing may apply for this scholarship.
Submit: To apply, tell us what your career goals are, why you decided to pursue nursing, and a hardship you’ve had to overcome. (400–600 words)
Read more: What Should I Do Before I Prepare to File the FAFSA Form?
🏆 Award: $1,089
📅 Deadline: Jan 14th
Eligibility: To apply, you must be:
Submit: Write about yourself. How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your career as an educator? (400–600 words)
🏆 Award: $5,000
📅 Deadline: Jan 15th
Eligibility: Any undergraduate student who is in a technical field of study may apply for this scholarship.
Submit: To apply, tell us about a time you’ve delighted others with your hacking/tinkering skills. (400–600 words)
🏆 Award: $500
📅 Deadline: Jan 15th
Eligibility: All students at any education level.
Submit: Begin by actively applying for multiple scholarships available on platforms like Career One Stop, Scholarships.com, and Studentscholarships.org. Following this, proceed to Step 2 by forwarding confirmation emails received during the application process—there's no requirement to secure these scholarships, just provide evidence of your efforts. Whether you choose to forward the actual emails, compile them into one email, or create a PDF, the format is flexible. In Step 3, articulate a brief letter about yourself. Share why you are in need of the $500 cash, outline your life plans, and reflect on your experience applying for other scholarships. Touch upon any lessons learned, whether or not you secured a scholarship, and express your personal perspective. The emphasis is on authenticity, so feel free to convey your story without the necessity of a dramatic narrative, focusing on the human aspect of your journey.
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As we wrap up, we hope you've found valuable opportunities that align with your educational aspirations. The beginning of the year is always a time of renewal and growth, and what better way to embrace it than by investing in your education? Wishing you the very best as you embark on the scholarship application journey!
Read more: Crafting Your College List: Tips and Advice for High School Students
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