10 August Scholarships for High School Seniors

Here are 10 easy scholarships for students to apply for in the month of August 2024! Share this with a student!

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As summer winds down and the new school year approaches, it's a crucial time for high school seniors to think about college funding. πŸ”

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August is a prime month for scholarship opportunities, and we're here to help you find the best ones! These scholarships can significantly lighten the financial burden of college, so take advantage of them before the deadlines pass.

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1. Christian β€˜Myles’ Pratt Foundation Fine Arts Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $1,500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 12, 2024

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Eligibility: Open to all minority students who are interested in or already enrolled in courses going toward a degree in an art-related field.

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Submit: Β To apply, please write about who has had the biggest influence on your life, how you plan to use your artistic skills after graduating, and what makes your skill different. Please also submit a few photos or visualizations of your artwork (photo submission or application link)!

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πŸ“ Apply here

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‍2. Future of Aviation Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $2,500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 15, 2024

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Eligibility: Any high school junior, senior, or undergraduate student who is interested in becoming a pilot may apply for this scholarship.

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Submit: Β To apply, write about your aviation goals and how you intend to achieve them.

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πŸ“ Apply here

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‍3. Stuvia Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $2,500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 15, 2024

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Eligibility: Any undergraduate or graduate student who is at least eighteen years old may apply for this scholarship.

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Submit: Β To apply, create an account on Stuvia, upload your study notes and be automatically entered into this no essay scholarship.

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πŸ“ Apply here

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‍4. Heal Our World Software Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 17, 2024

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Eligibility: High school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students majoring in the fields of information technology, computer science, or related disciplines are eligible to apply.

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Submit: Β To apply, write about how technology can be used to influence growth and change in society. Additionally, if you have worked on or plan to work on any relevant projects, describe them here.

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πŸ“ Apply here

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‍5. Schmid Memorial Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $1,000

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 18, 2024

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Eligibility: Any high school senior or two or four-year undergraduate student who has volunteering or community service experience may apply for this scholarship, but low-income applicants are preferred.

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Submit: Β To apply, tell us about yourself and how this scholarship would help you pursue your educational dreams.

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πŸ“ Apply here

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‍6. LawnStarter Lawntrepreneur Scholarship – Fall Semester

πŸ† Award: $1,000

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 20, 2024

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Eligibility: If you're a passionate and ambitious high school senior or college student (in a two-year, four-year, or graduate program) who owns, has owned, or plans to start a lawn care business, we want you to apply! You have the willpower, work ethic, and drive to build the next great business, regardless of your major.

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Submit: Β To apply for the scholarship, please submit a copy of your transcript, an updated resume, and a 500-700 word essay on "What makes you passionate about building a business?" to scholarships@lawnstarter.com.

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‍7. Sallie Rowland Bright Futures Scholarship

πŸ† Award: $2,500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 25, 2024

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Eligibility: Any BIPOC high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is pursuing a degree in architecture or interior design may apply for this scholarship.

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Submit: Β To apply, write about who you are and how you will embody the Luminaut valuesβ€”humble yet hungry, focused yet fun, super yet humanβ€”as an interior designer or architect.

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‍8. Marshall and Dorothy Smith Music Scholarship

πŸ† Award:$10,000 (2 winners, $5,000 each)

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 29, 2024

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Eligibility: Any high school senior or undergraduate student pursuing a music degree may apply for this scholarship opportunity.

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Submit: Β To apply, write about your background in music and what you hope to do after finishing your degree.

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9. Bob Deats Memorial Scholarship for Education

πŸ† Award:$5,000

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 30, 2024

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Eligibility: Any high school or undergraduate student who is pursuing education and has volunteering experience, particularly in a mentoring capacity, may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Applicants who are planning to work with students who struggle academically or in trade vocations and technology education are preferred.

Submit: Β To apply, tell us how you plan to give back, who has been an impactful mentor or teacher for you, and how you plan to inspire the next generation to love learning.

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10. "$$$ Isn't Everything" Scholarship

πŸ† Award:$500

πŸ“… Deadline: Aug 31, 2024

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Eligibility: This scholarship exists to help one new student or graduate each month to worry a little bit less about money and get a bit of time and energy back to focus on the important things.

Submit: Β No essay. Online application.

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πŸ“ Apply here

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Wrapping Up

These 10 August scholarships for high school seniors are just a glimpse of the opportunities out there. Don't delayβ€”apply as soon as possible and give yourself the best chance to secure financial support for your college journey.

And remember, our student portal, Fund Your Future, is always here to help you navigate the path to a debt-free education.

Good luck! 😊

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