October Scholarships
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Farah & Farah Empowering Greatness Scholarship
The Farah & Farah Empowering Greatness Scholarship, worth $5,000, is awarded to five undergraduate students in Florida, United States.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 5 winners
- Required GPA
- 2.7
- Deadline
- October 5
- Winner announcement
- November 5, 2022
AES Engineering Scholarship
AES Engineering Scholarship is a merit-based award for high-performing students who are high school seniors or attending a post-secondary educational institute.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 8
You are the Future Scholarship
Financial Plus Credit awards its “You are the Future” Scholarship of $1,000 to one undergraduate student enrolled in a part- or full-time undergraduate program in Michigan.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 14
CJ Pony Parts Scholarship Video Contest
CJ Pony Parts, a Mustang parts retailer, gives two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing post-secondary education annually.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 2 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 15
- Winner announcement
- November 1, 2022
Barbara A. Cooley Master’s Scholarship
Barbara A. Cooley Master’s Scholarship is awarded by SHAPE America annually to a postgraduate student enrolled in a healthcare course at any university in the United States of America.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 15
Evans Scholars Program
The Evans Scholars Foundation, administered by the Western Golf Association, offers up to $60,000- scholarships to deserving caddies to pursue undergraduate degrees in Ohio.
- Amount
- $20,000–$60,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 15
- Winner announcement
- by May 31
Veterinary Scholarships (member)
The Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) offers the NVMA Veterinary Student Scholarship to Nebraska high school or State of Nebraska-approved Home School Program graduates to complete their veterinary education.
- Amount
- $250–$1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 23 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 15
- Winner announcement
- December 1, 2022
Lem Garcia Law Scholarship
The Lem Garcia Law Scholarship is offered to one deserving student pursuing an undergraduate degree in law at an accredited university in the U.S. Applicants must show proof of acceptance.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 3 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 15
- Winner announcement
- September 15, 2023
Monroe Scheflo Memorial
The Monroe Scheflo Memorial offers an award to a student from North Dakota or a Durum-producing state enrolled in a full-time agricultural program at an accredited college in the United States.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 15
FSF Case Study Competition
Fashion Scholarship Fund member schools provide students studying in any field the possibility of being awarded $5,000 by competing in its FSF Case Study Competition.
- Amount
- $2,000–$5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3.2
- Deadline
- October 17
Flinn Scholarship
With the aim of improving the quality of life in Arizona, this scholarship provides students with fulfilling life experiences.
- Amount
- $130,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 20 winners
- Required GPA
- 3.95
- Deadline
- October 19
- Winner announcement
- April/May 2023
BSN and post-baccalaureate Scholarship (Fall)
The $1,000 BSN and post-baccalaureate Scholarship is awarded by an organization that wholly and solely supports the nursing community, this scholarship is extremely prestigious and coveted.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 20
- Winner announcement
- October 31, 2022
LVN and A.D.N. Scholarship (Fall)
The $500 LVN & A.D.N Scholarship awarded by an organization dedicated to supporting the nursing community, is just what you need to move forward in your nursing career.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 20
- Winner announcement
- October 31, 2022
Sprout Social UNCF Scholarship Program
A select group of college seniors will receive up to $11,000 in financial assistance to pay off their university loans.
- Amount
- $5,000–$11,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 8 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 20
- Winner announcement
- December 2023
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship – Career & Technical
The Career and Technical Scholarships (CTS) offers the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship to Washington students every quarter to pursue a post-secondary school program in high-demand trade, STEM, and healthcare programs.
- Amount
- $1,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 23
TJX Scholarship Program
Every year the TJX Scholarship Program offers $10,000 scholarships for full-time undergraduate study to African American/Black students.
- Amount
- $10,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- October 25
NEWH | Atlantic City/Philadelphia Scholarship
NEWH Atlantic City/Philadelphia Scholarship awards a scholarship, ranging between $1,000 and $7,500, for an undergraduate degree in hospitality-related fields such as interior design, hospitality management, culinary arts, and architecture.
- Amount
- $1,000–$7,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 27
- Winner announcement
- December 2022
Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship
Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarships by WTS Foundation offers female students in graduate programs in the transportation field a scholarship of $10,000.
- Amount
- $10,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 28
UNCF/Best Buy Scholars Program For HBCU(s)
African American undergraduates at selected HBCU institutions are welcomed to apply for the much anticipated UNCF/Best Buy Scholars Program and secure their education.
- Amount
- $20,000–$40,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- October 29
Mildred C. Hanson SIOR Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship is for junior or senior undergraduate female students enrolled in an accredited real estate, business, or finance program who intend to pursue a career in commercial real estate.
- Amount
- $8,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 29
- Winner announcement
- March 2023
Golden Door Scholars
The grant covers the four-year college fee and provides opportunities for mentorships, internships, and job placements.
- Amount
- $1,000–$5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 50 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 30
- Winner announcement
- October 2022
U.S. Bank Scholarship Program
The program offers an opportunity to build a strong and healthy financial foundation while securing a chance to win between $1,400 to $14,000 to fund your college education.
- Amount
- $1,500–$14,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 7 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 30
- Winner announcement
- November 30, 2022
Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
The Unigo Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship for zombie fans provides a $2,000 scholarship to a zombie apocalypse enthusiast who has a sound apocalypse-survival plan.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 31
- Winner announcement
- January 29, 2023
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program offers 150 $20,000 scholarships for high school seniors.
- Amount
- $20,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 150 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 31
- Winner announcement
- March 2023
Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition
The VFW is committed to encouraging patriotism and investing in the next generation, offering $30,000 in college scholarships to the Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program winner.
- Amount
- $1,000–$30,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 50 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 31
Don and Nancy Edwards Scholarship
High school juniors receive $6,000 per year for a four-year program. Applicants are recommended through the Upward Bound program at Delaware Technical Community College or the University of Delaware.
- Amount
- $6,000–$24,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 31
Pennsylvania Society of Tax & Accounting Professionals’ scholarship
The PSTAP awards the Robert T. Zalenski Memorial Scholarship, ranging from $2,000 to $3,000, to three undergraduate students majoring in accounting at an accredited Pennsylvania college or university.
- Amount
- $2,000–$3,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 3 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 31
- Winner announcement
- September 2022
National Rice Month Scholarship Contest
The National Rice Month Scholarship Contest takes place with a handsome scholarship to financially assist high school graduating seniors pursuing higher education degrees at accredited post-secondary institutions across the U.S.
- Amount
- $2,000–$5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 3 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 31
- Winner announcement
- November 23, 2022
Medical Diversity Scholarship Program
Every year, the Buckfire Law firm offers one available scholarship valued at $2,000 per recipient for undergraduate study across the United States.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 1
Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)
The Ohio Department of Education offers its Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) ranging from $100 to $7,000 to all undergraduate students, who demonstrate financial need, to further their education.
- Amount
- $100–$7,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 1
Michigan Section One AWWA Operator Scholarship
The scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to one undergraduate student interested in an education in water or water operators seeking to further their professional development via college courses.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 1
Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program
The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program of $2,800 is awarded to undergraduate or graduate students interested in advancing toward doctoral study upon completing their bachelor's degree.
- Amount
- $2,800
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.9
- Deadline
- October 1
Paramount Builders, Inc. Scholarship
Paramount Builders offers the Paramount Builders, Inc. Scholarship of $1,000 to undergraduate students pursuing business management or marketing-related studies at an accredited institution every year.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3.5
- Deadline
- October 1
Deborah E. Trautman Future Nurse Leader Scholarship
The AACN and NursingCAS offer the Deborah E. Trautman Future Nurse Leader Scholarship of $5,500 to graduate students enrolled at AACN member schools affiliated with NursingCAS.
- Amount
- $5,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 2 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 1
Law School Diversity Scholarship Program
Buckfire Law firm annually offers the Law School Diversity Scholarship Program to support law school students belonging to minority groups or demonstrating a defined commitment to issues of diversity.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 1
Steel Intern Scholarships
The AIST Foundation offers awards of $7,500 and $12,000 each to 40 undergraduate and graduate students interning during the summer at a North American steel company.
- Amount
- $7,500–$12,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 40 winners
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- October 3
- Winner announcement
- December
“What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up” Art Contest
The “What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up” Contest of up to $1,000 is offered to three winners between pre-kindergarten to 12th-grade security for their higher education.
- Amount
- $250–$1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 3 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 14
YoungArts Competition
The YoungArts Competition is a nationally acclaimed prestigious award given to talented young artists in high school wanting to make an impression in the fields of creative, literary pursuits, and visual arts.
- Amount
- $100–$10,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 15
Daniels Scholarship Program
Every year, the Daniels Scholarship offers four-year renewable scholarships of up to $25,000 to about 240 graduating high school seniors in four states across the U.S.
- Amount
- $25,000–$100,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 240 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 15
- Winner announcement
- March 2024
The Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship
The Legacy Lab Foundation, supported by The Giving Back Fund, is seeking Black or African American students enrolled in colleges, universities, or similar institutions (technical schools) in the United States.
- Amount
- $10,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 24
- Winner announcement
- December 2023
JanSport Scholarship
Financial aid from UNCF, each valued at $4,400 will be awarded to eligible applicants pursuing a career in social science, liberal arts & sciences, arts, design, or business.
- Amount
- $4,400
- Scholarships awarded
- 4 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 27
- Winner announcement
- December 2023
Michael Jackson Scholarship
UNCF offers the Michael Jackson Scholarship of up to $4,000 to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in performing arts or communication at an accredited UNCF-member institution.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 27
Synovus Bank/Calvin Smyre Endowed Scholarship
Synovus Bank offers the Synovus Bank/Calvin Smyre Endowed Scholarship of $4,500 to six undergraduate students to complete their banking- and finance-related studies.
- Amount
- $4,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 6 winners
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- October 31
Good Works Scholarship
Karin Riley Porter offers $1,000 to undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in community service to further their education. There is only one winner each year.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- October 31
Alma Exley Scholarship
The Scholarship is awarded to a student enrolled in a teacher training program at a Connecticut college or university. Students in their junior or senior year and master’s students are eligible to apply.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- October 31
October Scholarships
You are viewing scholarships that are closing in October. With more than 30 scholarships in different categories, you have many opportunities to find the most suitable one. The processes of application and documentation may differ so double-check your application checklist before submitting.
Frequently asked questions
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Start early to get a lot of practice on your application and essay. This will give you more chances of being shortlisted or accepted. Getting an earlier start will also help you gather all the documents required for submission.
How to apply for scholarships?
The process of application is given in the scholarship details. Commonly the scholarships require important documentation like identification, school transcripts, and financial information. Some scholarships that are specific to demographics may require you to submit heritage information.