Scholarship Information
Scholarships
Here is the March 2025 Scholarship newsletter.
Private scholarship details vary. Please check websites for complete details, latest updates, deadlines and other requirements. If letters of recommendation are required please ask recommenders early, giving them enough time to write your letter.
(*are Utah specific scholarships)
March 2025 Scholarships
STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program
Amount: Up to $5000, (for four years)
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
Description: For current high school seniors or college-bound students who are interested in pursuing a career as an actuary. Applicants have a minimum GPA of 3.0, an SAT Math score of 600+, or an ACT score of 25+, and a demonstrated proficiency in mathematics. https://theactuarialfoundation.submittable.com/submit/308962/2025-stem-stars-actuarial-scholars-program-application
WWGA Scholarship
Amount: $5000, renewable up to 4 years, 20 awards available
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
Description: For high school senior women, who are active participants in the sport of golf, have a 3.5 GPA or higher, demonstrate outstanding character, integrity, and leadership. Must demonstrate financial assistance to attend a four-year college in the US. https://www.wwga.org/scholarships
*The Jiffy Lube “Teen Driver” Scholarship
Amount: $1500 - $6500
Closing Date: March 10, 2025
Description: Write a 500-word essay about what drives you now. For Utah students 16-18 years old enrolled in high school during the 2024-25 school year. https://yourturn2apply.com/UTothers.htm
Connex Foundation Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5000
Closing Date: March 10, 2025
Description: For high school seniors who plan to enroll full-time in a higher education institution and plan to pursue a career in the skilled trades, construction and/or facility management industry. Applicants must be US or Canadian citizens, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and have a history of active involvement in extra-curricular activities, community service, or work experience. https://www.connexfoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/
*Utah First Generation Student Scholarship
Amount: $1400
Closing Date: March 10, 2025
Description: Any first-generation high school senior or undergraduate student in Utah may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Write an essay (400 – 600 words) about your unique journey, challenges, and triumphs as a first-generation student and how being the first in your family to pursue higher education has affected your goals, perspective, and personal growth.
https://www.scholarshipjunkies.org/scholarship-search/utah-first-generation-student-scholarship
FEEA Scholarships
Amount: $1000 - $5000
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For children, stepchildren and legal dependents of full- or part-time permanent federal civilian or postal workers employed with the federal government for more than 3 years, as well as the employees themselves and their spouses. https://feea.org/our-programs/scholarships/#scholar
NSHSS STEAM Scholarship
Amount: $1,000, 10 awards
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For NSHSS members who are high school seniors who plan to major in a STEAM field (science/medicine, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics). Applicants will submit a response to a prompt (500-800 words), a resume, current transcript, and a teacher’s letter of recommendation. https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-steam-scholarship-2025/
Microsoft Disability Scholarship
Amount: $20,000, 8 awards
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For a current high school senior living with a disability as defined by WHO, including visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive, and/or speech disabilities or other disability. They must plan to enroll in an undergraduate program and pursue a major eligible for the scholarship (see specific details on website). Also, 2.5 GPA is required. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/microsoftdisabilityscholarship?oneroute=true
BAM Scholarships
Amount: $2500 - $5000
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For high school seniors of African descent, who plan to attend a 4-year college or university following high school graduation, and plan to study a field in technology. Applicants must demonstrate passion for technology, leadership at school/community, require financial assistance to attend college, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/bam-scholarship?oneroute=true
HOLA Scholarships
Amount: $2500 - $20,000
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For high school seniors of Hispanic and Latinx descent, who plan to attend a college or university, and plan to study a field in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or business. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and be a US citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/hola-scholarship?oneroute=true
Women at Microsoft Scholarships
Amount: $5000
Closing Date: March 13, 2025
Description: For high school seniors who self-identify as woman, non-binary, gender fluid, or transgender woman, and plan to attend a college or university to study a field in technology, engineering, math, or computer science. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/diversity/programs/women-at-microsoft-scholarship?oneroute=true
*Steed Sorenson Scholarship: West High
Amount: $2000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a West High senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university, resides in Rose Park, demonstrates good grades, good citizenship, and economic need. Applicants will submit student information, a personal statement (500 words max), one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iFl4W1nRVkKZxmR0oGlvExD-JqhULFhMsiH1jcfH-9FUODlMSldVMjk0SVBLNksxQ1hBTUhOOVpCSy4u&route=shorturl
*Salt Lake Education Foundation Community Service Scholarship: West High
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a West High senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university and demonstrates dedication to serving their community with having completed at least 100 hours of community service during their middle and high school years. Applicants will submit student information, a community service essay (750 words max), proof of service, one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iFl4W1nRVkKZxmR0oGlvExD-JqhULFhMsiH1jcfH-9FUQzhCTkFVNjk4QzRFSFI5NTNBNkZKSDhDTS4u&route=shorturl
*Diana Taggart Scholarship: West High
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a West High female senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university and who aspires to enter a career in the field of mathematics. Applicant must have taken math all 4 years of high school to be eligible. Applicants will submit student information, a personal statement (500 words max), one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iFl4W1nRVkKZxmR0oGlvExD-JqhULFhMsiH1jcfH-9FUQTU0RlU1MjAzSVQ5OU1XQU5ENU0xV1ozNC4u&route=shorturl
*Archie Archuleta Community Service Scholarship: West High
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a West High senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university and demonstrates dedication to serving their community with having completed at least 150 hours of community service during their middle and high school years. Applicants will submit student information, a community service essay (500 words max), one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iFl4W1nRVkKZxmR0oGlvExD-JqhULFhMsiH1jcfH-9FUQVFJVFRTM1BEM0hCQkZaVVJRRUgxWFQyUy4u&route=shorturl
*Edna Montes Ehleringer Scholarship: District-Wide
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a SLCSD senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university and was a student at Franklin Elementary school for at least one year, preference given to those who graduated from the school. Applicants will submit student information, a personal statement, one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance.
*Robert Garff Memorial Scholarship: District-Wide
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For a SLCSD senior, who has been admitted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university and demonstrates dedication to serving their community by having completed at least 100 hours of community service during their middle and high school years. Applicants will submit student information, a community service essay (500 words max), proof of service, one letter of recommendation, and a letter of acceptance.
*(University of Utah) Steve and Angie Smith Young Alumni Scholarship
Amount: $6000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For incoming freshmen at the University of Utah for the 2025-2026 academic year, who are first-generation or represent at-risk and/or underrepresented populations. Must demonstrate financial need, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and not be a current recipient of an athletic scholarship at the U. https://utah.academicworks.com/opportunities/41138
*Lt. Col. G. Roger Sunada Scholarships
Amount: $2500
Closing date: March 14, 2025
Description: For Utah high school seniors who plan to pursue an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering degree or NAAB (National Architectural Accreditation Board) architecture degree, or a Construction Management degree. https://www.same.org/gb/scholarship/
AMS Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For students who will be entering their freshman year of college in fall 2025 as full-time students and plan to pursue a degree in the atmospheric or related oceanic or hydrologic sciences. Applicants must be US citizens and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. AMS encourages applications from women, minorities, and disabled students, traditionally underrepresented in the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. https://www.ametsoc.org/index.cfm/ams/information-for/students/ams-scholarships-and-fellowships/ams-freshman-undergraduate-scholarship/
Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For first-generation graduating seniors who will pursue higher education at any 4-year accredited university by fall 2025 and plan to study one of the concentrations listed on the website. The applicant does not have to be a U.S. citizen but must have a minimum GPA of 3.5. https://www.fontanatransportincscholarsprogram.com/
Digital Arts, Film, and Animation Competition
Amount: $500 or an all-expenses paid summer program
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: For deaf and hard-of-hearing students in grades 9-12, they can submit a digital artwork, film, or animation, for a chance to win prizes based on six categories. https://www.rit.edu/ntid/digital-arts-film-and-animation-competition
Shell Oil Company
Richard Holland Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: Submit a video essay (3-5 minutes) conveying what you are passionate about. Applicants will also submit a personal essay, resume, two appraisals and a transcript. Students must have a 3.5 GPA and come from families with total incomes of less than $100,000 annually. https://www.rjhollandscholarship.org/
Qualified Hardware’s Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: Write a 1000-word-maximum reflective piece detailing your educational journey so far. Explain how your dedication and hard work have impacted your grades and life. For students who are enrolled or due to be enrolled at an accredited US college or university. Must have a 3.0 GPA, domestic, international, and undocumented students may apply. https://www.qualifiedhardware.com/scholarship/
Beyond the Boroughs National Scholarship
Amount: Up to $20,000 over 4-years
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: For students who are current high school seniors entering college in the fall. Applicants must have an acceptance letter to the college or university they are attending, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and be involved in an extra-curricular activity or work. http://www.beyondtheboroughs.org/
9.11 Promise Scholarships
Amount: $5000 - $15,000
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: For children of a fallen first responder or military service member, OR children of a first responder or military service member certified as not being able to work. Applicants must be under the age of 25, be in their final year of high school or have a high school diploma currently enrolled/accepted into a college/university next year, and a GPA of 2.0. https://the911promise.org/scholarships/
Hagan Scholarship
Amount: Up to $7500 per semester (up to 8 semester’s) & $2000 for college essentials
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: For high school seniors with at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA who will attend a 4-year university following high school graduation. Applicants must work (part-time/full-time) 240 hours (between Jan 1 & Sept 1), and their Adjusted Gross Household Income must be under $100,000. All nationalities may apply but applicants must be fluent in English. https://haganscholarships.org/application/
The Scholarship for Journalism Diversity Honoring Julie Schoo
Amount: $5000 (renewable up to 3 years)
Closing Date: March 16, 2025
Description: For students who are high school seniors in the process of applying for admission to a college or university in the fall. They must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA and plan to pursue a career in journalism. Students do not need to be US citizens to apply. https://www.pressclubinstitute.org/national-press-club-scholarship-opportunities/
Pilot International Scholarship
Amount: $1500 (renewable up to 3 years)
Closing Date: March 17, 2025
Description: For high school seniors and full-time undergraduate students preparing for a career working with youth and young adults in leadership and development, helping people and encouraging brain safety and health, or caring for families during times of need. Awards are based on community service, financial need, academic success, and application contents. https://www.pilotinternational.org/about/scholarships
Bob King Co-Pilot Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2000 (renewable up to 3 years)
Closing Date: March 17, 2025
Description: For high school seniors and full-time undergraduate students preparing for a career working with youth and young adults in leadership and development, helping people and encouraging brain safety and health, or caring for families during times of need. Awards are based on community service, financial need, academic success, and application contents. https://www.pilotinternational.org/about/scholarships
*WTS High School Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 19, 2025
Description: For a Utah graduating high school woman, trans, femme, or female-identifying person who applied for a degree in Transportation, Engineering, Planning, or any related fields at the time of submission. Applicants will submit a 1000-words personal statement describing their choice of college studies and why they are interested in it. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RkoBIE9mQbMnj6mmtiyoCYpQwIu8Ggyd/view
Quest Bridge's College Prep Scholars Program
Amount: Full-ride scholarships, college summer programs, and more!
Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: For high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds and want support and resources to apply for top colleges! https://www.questbridge.org/
NSHSS First Generation Scholarship
Amount: $1000, 2
Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: For first-generation high school seniors, or undergrads with a 3.5 GPA. Applicants will submit a response to a prompt (500-800 words), a resume, current transcript, and a teacher’s letter of recommendation. https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-first-generation-scholarship-2025/
NSHSS Innovation in Technology Scholarship
Amount: $2000, 3 awards
Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: For high school seniors and undergrads with a GPA of 3.5 or higher and a passion for tech. Applicants will submit a response to a prompt (500-800 words), a resume, current transcript, and a teacher’s letter of recommendation. https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-innovation-in-technology-scholarship-2025/
NSHSS 18 Under 18 Scholarship
Amount: $1000, 18 awards
Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: For NSHSS members who do not turn 18 by June 1, 2025, or later. Applicants will submit a video (0:30 – 3:00) sharing their story, a resume, current transcript, and a teacher’s letter of recommendation. https://www.nshss.org/scholarships/s/nshss-18-under-18-award-2025/
*Opportunity Scholarship
Amount: Amount varies, cost of tuition and fees
Closing Date: Final Deadline – March 21, 2025
Description: Applicants must be graduates from a Utah high school, 3.3 GPA, and complete 1 advanced course (AP, IB, or CE) in each of the following three areas: Math, Science, and Language Arts. https://ushe.edu/state-scholarships-aid/opportunity-scholarship/
Truman D. Picard Scholarship
Amount: $3000 - $4000
Closing Date: March 21, 2025
Description: Dedicated to support Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources. Preference will be given to students whose degree or area of study directly involves management of Forest Resources. https://www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html
*Rotary Club of Salt Lake City Scholarships
Amount: $3000 a year, (up to 4 years)
Closing Date: March 24, 2025
Description: For outstanding high school seniors in SLCSD who are passionate about service, learning, and community involvement. Applicants will be required to maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in college & will be required to participate in shared service with Rotary. The top 5 applicants from West will be interviewed by Rotary members. Only for students attending Utah institutions. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=A4PMhZENrUyeFUR5IdcUpgbZqGVJedBFrC4XzHRxUURUNjVORFRHOUY2MzI4SEpJVkdOQzFPMlUyWS4u&route=shorturl
Overcoming Disability Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Closing Date: March 26, 2025
Description: Available to current and upcoming college students for the 2025-2026 academic year, with physical or psychological disabilities that affect their ability to work. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident. https://www.getdisability.org/scholarship
Hogan & Associates Construction Scholarships
Amount: $1000, 2 available
Closing Date: March 28, 2025
Description: For high school seniors or those who have earned a GED within the last 12 months and are seeking a trade or two-year associates degree in a construction field, or university degree in Construction Management. https://www.hoganconstruction.com/scholarship
*(Utah Valley University) WSB Hope Scholar Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 28, 2025
Description: For first-generation students who are admitted and enrolled full-time at Utah Valley University. Applicant must be pursuing a business degree and maintain a UVU 3.0 GPA. https://uvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9KBnUnrF9IlPnSe
P. Buckley Moss Endowed Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For high school seniors who are attending college/university next year, have financial need, will pursue a career in a visual arts field, and have a verified language-related learning difference (verification of diagnosis is required). http://mossfoundation.org/current_scholarships.html
*(Salt Lake Community Scholarship) Teacher Recruitment Scholarship
Amount: Up to $3500 per year
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For Utah graduating seniors attending SLCC full-time next academic year who want to pursue a career in teaching. Applicants must have a background that would allow them to best support underrepresented students in K-12 schools, US citizens, need financial assistance for college, and have a minimum high school GPA of 2.5 or higher. https://www.slcc.edu/education/edu-scholarships.aspx
Lighthouse Guild Scholarship 2025
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For incoming college freshmen or undergraduate students who are blind or visually impaired. Applicants must submit proof of legal blindness, proof of US citizenship, school transcript(s), 3 letters of recommendation, and a personal statement (500 words or less). https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/LighthouseGuildScholarship2025
Skin Care Ox: Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women
Amount: $500
Closing Date: March 31, 2025 (multiple deadlines throughout the year)
Description: For female high school seniors or female college students who are committed to maintain personal wellness. Applicants will share their personal wellness journeys and experiences as students by submitting a short essay (500 words or less) on the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Must be a US citizen or permanent legal resident. https://skincareox.com/scholarship/
SILA Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $1250, 12 awards available
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For upcoming and current college/university students focused on careers in the insurance and securities industry. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and be a US citizen or permanent resident. https://www.silafoundation.org/scholarships/post-secondary-college-scholarship/
Just Poetry Contest
Amount: $500, 20-30 awards
Deadline: (Spring Deadline) March 31, 2025
Description: Open to all US high school students. Applicants will submit a poem of 20 lines or less, poems must be written in English. https://www.justpoetry.org/submissions.html
College JumpStart Show Grit Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For students who demonstrate grit and who continue to push themselves in spite of obstacles or challenges. Applicants must be students who plan to enter college within the next 12 months, are US citizens, complete the online application and submit a personal statement (250 words or less). https://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/application-show-grit-scholarship
L. Dean Rees Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For high school students who have demonstrated community volunteerism at its finest and have participated in a K-12 JA Program. https://ja-utah.org/scholarships/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=JA_Scholarship&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7Py4BhCbARIsAMMx-_IQScbAG02Pv42pHJYSRqXLkYQz9P5Rh7g-HXhn-2U3uA-N9gFMk2UaApfLEALw_wcB
*(University of Utah) Wayne Cederholm Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $3000
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For a deserving high school senior who has displayed exemplary performance in service, achievement, and leadership, and who has participated in a K-12 JA Program. Also, students applying must attend the University of Utah. https://ja-utah.org/scholarships/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=JA_Scholarship&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw7Py4BhCbARIsAMMx-_IQScbAG02Pv42pHJYSRqXLkYQz9P5Rh7g-HXhn-2U3uA-N9gFMk2UaApfLEALw_wcB
Kezian Science Scholarship
Amount: $1200
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Scholarship: For high school seniors and college students who are majoring in or will major in a science field. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, submit a resume, 1–2-page essay, official transcript, and SAT score report. https://www.drkezian.com/science-scholarship/
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program
Amount: $8000, 30 awards
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For high school seniors who are pursuing a full-time, post-secondary course of study in a degree program at a US institution in the fall of the year of application and are legally blind in both eyes. Awards will be based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership. Applicants must be 18 years of age by July 8, 2025, and must participate in person in the entire NFB National Convention. https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program
Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
Amount: Multiple awards
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: A contest for up-and-coming artists to encourage patriotism in youth. Students in grades 9-12 will submit a two-dimensional art piece on a canvas or paper. Students will also submit a typed explanation (250 words or less) of patriotism expressed in their art. https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/young-american-creative-patriotic-art-contest/
3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest
Amount: Multiple awards
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: A contest for up-and-coming artists to encourage patriotism in youth. Students in grades 9-12 will submit a three-dimensional art piece; it can be paper, papier-mâché, pottery, clay, metal work, fabric, etc. Students will also submit a typed explanation (250 words or less) of patriotism expressed in their art. https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/young-american-creative-patriotic-art-contest/
Superpower Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: (This is a scholarship through the Unigo website) Submit an online response to “Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?” (250 words or less) Applicants must be 14 years or older, a US student and a legal US resident. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/superpower-scholarship
Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships Central
Amount: Multiple awards
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For graduating seniors who are thinking about an automotive aftermarket career and are planning on attending an accredited US college or university. Also, it could be an ASE/NATEF Certified post-secondary automotive, heavy duty, or collision repair school. Complete one application and be considered for several different scholarships (please see the website for specific requirements for each organizations scholarships). https://automotivescholarships.com/apply-online
Mesothelioma Guide Scholarship
Amount: $4000
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: This scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students in their pursuit of higher education, if they or a close loved one has battled cancer. Submit your story, an essay (500 – 1000 words) or a video submission (4-5 minutes). Applicants must be enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university, be a U.S. citizen, and have a minimum GPA of 3.2. https://www.mesothelioma.com/scholarship/
Kochhar & Co. Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: Applicant will submit a response (under 1000 words) to the following questions: “What are the three most important things that an Accountant does for a Company?” or “What are the three most important things that an Accountant does for an Individual?” Applicant must be attending college/university no later than September 2026 and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. https://kochharandco.ca/application
GRHS Essay Contest
Amount: Multiple awards
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: For 9-12 grade students. Applicants will submit an essay (max. 5 pages) under the theme: “Giant Steppes Toward Freedom”. The subject of the paper must be directly related to German Russian history, heritage, or culture, and be the contestant’s original work. See website for essay guidelines. https://www.grhs.org/pages/Current_Contest
*Italian American Civic League Scholarships
Amount: $1000 - $4000
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: This scholarship is for Utah high school seniors of Italian descent who strive to promote civil, social, and educational growth. Applicants will submit two essays: What are your future educational/career goals? (300 words max) and Describe your Italian ancestry; how has your Italian ancestry influenced your life? (600 words max) https://www.italianamericancivicleague.com/scholarships
The “No Sweat” Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Closing Date: (spring deadline) March 31, 2025
Description: For students who are at least 13 years of age, are US residents, and are currently enrolled in school. To apply, create an account on Cirkled In and tell them your story through your profile. https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Folds of Honor Military Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5000 per academic year
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: Applicants must be a dependent or spouse of a service member and must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of study at an accredited college or university, or a trade/technical school. https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/first-responder-scholarships/
Folds of Honor Military Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5000 per academic year
Closing Date: March 31, 2025
Description: Applicants must be a dependent or spouse of a fallen or disabled first responder and must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program of study at an accredited college or university, or a trade/technical school. https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/military-scholarships/
Nitro Sweepstake Scholarship
Amount: $2000, one award each month
Closing Date: Current- March 31, 2025 (at the end of each month)
Description: Open to legal residents of the U.S., 17 years old or older, and meet one of the four requirements listed on the website. https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application
This is not a comprehensive list. For more scholarships, please look at other scholarship search websites as well. Some useful websites are:
https://completescholarships.org/ for Utah based scholarships
https://www.ktsutah.org/ for more Utah based scholarships and college and career resources
https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/african-american-student-scholarships-resources/ for Black students
https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/ for a financial aid guideline
www.fastweb.com and www.goingmerry.com (among others) for national scholarships
https://dream.utah.edu//dream_scholarships.php and https://educate-utah.org/scholarships/
for undocumented students
https://www.collegeboard.org/ and https://www.collegeessayguy.com/ for college search resources
Again, these are just some starting points and are not a comprehensive list.
The 2025-2026 FAFSA form will open on December 1, 2024.
Seniors, please complete the FAFSA when it opens, to qualify not only for federal financial aid but also for aid from colleges as well as to qualify for some scholarships. The sooner, the better.
Here is a helpful FAFSA walkthrough video and a handy document (Section 4, pages 21 to 64) to help with getting started or answering FAFSA queries:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVkb2wtOUXeCZgYntOsEdkg?view_as=subscriber
Juniors and others, to get an estimate of your FAFSA report and also to estimate eligibility for scholarships that require Pell eligibility use this fafsa4caster tool -
Scholarship Advisor
Krystal Hernandez-Cortes
Email: krystal.hernandez-cortes@slcschools.org
801.578.8500 x3260