April
APRIL
CYPRUS CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP:
Criteria: Utah high school senior. Member of Cyprus Credit Union. 3.0 minimum GPA. Plan to attend a Utah college, university or trade school.
Creative YouTube video: If I could teach high school students about finances . . . (5 min max)
Essay: What attributes do you possess that will make you successful in the future and why?
Amount: Up to 15 - $1,000 scholarships.
Deadline: April 1, 2021
Website: https://www.cypruscu.com/about/in-the-community/college-scholarships
DAVIS-PUTTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Criteria: High School Seniors. Active participation in struggles for civil rights, economic justice, international solidarity or other progressive issues. Financial need. US Citizens, permanent residents and undocumented students with or without DACA.
Deadline: April 1st2021
Amount: Up to $15,000 per year
Website: https://davisputter.org/
UTAH INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENTS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Seniors who have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA and are active in extracurricular activities through their school, church, community or work. Financial need.
Amount: $500-2000
Deadline: April1st2021
Website: https://www.utahia.org/Education/Pages/Scholarships/default.aspx
AMERICAN FIRE ASSOC. SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST
Criteria: High School Seniors. Apply online. Scholarship winners are randomly selected by computer-generated drawing.
Deadline: 1 April 2021
Amount: $2,000
Website: https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/
KEYS TO SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIPS
The Keys to Success Scholarships for Seniors are now open.
Two $1000 scholarships to SLCC and
One $1000 scholarship to USU
Deadline:2 April 2021
Apply on the Appor at www.ktsutah.com
UTAH JAZZ SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Graduate of a Utah high school, Person of color, Preference to first-generation college students and demonstrated financial need, Incoming freshman enrolling as a full-time student for the 2021-2022 school year and admitted to BYU / SUU / Weber / U of U / USU / UVU.
Amount: Full, four-year scholarship (tuition, fees, room and board)
Deadline: April 2, 2021
Website: https://www.nba.com/jazz/scholarship
NAVIN NARAYAN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: High school senior, served a minimum of two years as an American Red Cross volunteer
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 2 April 2021
Website: http://redcrossyouth.org/college-resources/navin-narayan-college-scholarship/
ANNE FORD & ALLEGRA FORD SCHOLARSHIPS for students with learning disabilities
Criteria: Seniors. GPA of 3.0 or higher; demonstrate financial need, show documentation of an identified learning disability (Please submit your most recent IEP, 504 plan or assessment/evaluation report. ADD/ADHD alone is not considered a learning disability. For complete details refer website.)
Amount: $10,000 payable over 4 years
Deadline: April 5, 2021
Website: http://www.ncld.org/scholarships-and-awards
PEARSON BUTLER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: High school seniors. Essay – how I overcame a trial in my life and how I am using that experience for further success.
Amount: $500
Deadline: 9 April 2021
Details: Contact Delilah.Martis@slcschools.org for application details
BYU MANAGEMENT SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Any senior student regardless of religious affiliation. Scholarship based on financial need or community service. Must plan on attending college in Utah or an LDS college full time.
Students DO NOT need to go to BYU, or be members of the church to earn a scholarship.
Amount: $1,000 - $3,000
Deadline: 11 April 2021
Website: https://form.jotform.com/203358934467970
JIFFY LUBE
Criteria: Utah high school teen drivers as well as those in driver’s education. Write a 500-word essay about “What Drives You?” – no grade point or test score requirements! Open to all.
Amount:$1,500 – 6,500
Deadline: April 12th teen drivers and May 3rd Drivers Ed students, 2021
Website:http://yourturn2apply.com
UHEAA (Utah Higher Education Assistance Authority) Plan Ahead Scholarship
Criteria: Utah High Schools, 8th through 11th graders
Amount: $500 - $750
Deadline: April 15, 2021
Website: https://www.completescholarships.org/
GLORIA BARON PRIZE FOR YOUNG HEROES
Criteria: Ages 8-18. Individuals who have shown leadership and courage in developing and implementing an extraordinary service project. Must be a legal resident.
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 15 April 2021
Website: https://barronprize.org/apply/
UTAH ENERGY WORKFORCE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: High School Seniors. Pursuing a STEM degree in a Utah college or energy related degree or certificate in a Technical School.
Deadline: 15 April 2021
Amount: $2000-$4000
Website: https://energy.utah.gov/k-12-education/scholarship/
DELVENTHAL LAW OFFICE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: This scholarship is judged & awarded primarily on merit & need. Must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. Applicant must plan to attend college by fall semester 2021. Applicants are encouraged to submit recommendation letters and resumes to substantiate their application.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 15, 2021
Website: https://delventhal-law.com/practice-areas/fort-wayne-car-accident-attorney/#scholarship-application
UTAH JUMPSTART SPRING 2021 SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: 11th and 12th grade. Must be taking or must have completed a general financial literacy course. Must prepare a short video that explains how that course prepared the applicant for paying for college.
Deadline: April 15 2021
Website: www.completescholarships.org
COLLEGE JUMPSTART SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Merit-based competition - financial need is not considered - open to 10th-12th graders committed to going to school and can express goals for getting a higher education.
Amount:$1,000
Deadline: April 15th 2021
Website: https://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net/
UTAH SINGLE MOTHER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Single mother. High school graduate or equivalent. Utah resident. Demonstrated financial need. Have educational goals.
Deadline: APRIL 20, 2021
Website: https://www.liveyourdreamfoundation.org/apply
ANTHEM AND FOUNTAINHEAD ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria: 8th – 12th grade. Essay contest based on the book Anthem and Fountainhead by Ayn Rand. Prompts on website.
Amount: Up to $2,000.00
Deadline: 29th April 2021
Website: https://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests/#tab-3-anthem-overview
EDWARDS LIFE SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Criteria: Seniors seeking a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math)
Demonstrated financial need as determined by FAFSA. Leadership, participation in school and community.
Amount: $2500 for up to 4 years totaling $10,000.
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Website: edwards@scholarshipamerica.org
https://www.edwards.com/aboutus/scholarship
Great Minds in STEM SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: High School Hispanic Seniors in STEM. Demonstrate leadership through academic achievements and campus/community activities; STEM related majors. 3.0 GPA.
Deadline: 30thApril 2021
Amount: $500 - $5,000
PMI UTAH NORTHERN CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Utah High School Juniors and Seniors. Create a 5 minute YouTube video about any project you have been involved with. Completed application and transcript also required.
Amount: $500 - $2000
Deadline: 30th April 2021
Website: https://projectmanager.org/Scholarship
THINK FOR YOURSELF COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY CONTEST
Criteria: Open to U.S. high school students. The contest asks students to consider the value of free speech, curiosity, and an open mind in their everyday lives.
Deadline:30 April2021
Amount:$1,000 – 5,000
Website: https://letgrow.org/program/scholarships/
AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: America First Credit Union member with account in good standing. Graduating high school senior. Community service, leadership, academic potential.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 30 April 2021
THE PROCHNOW FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: High-performing students with diagnosed mental illnesses. Minimum GPA 3.5, graduation class of 2021. 250-500 word essay required.
Deadline: April 30, 2021
Website: https://prochnowfoundation.org
ALL ABOUT EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: "How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?" (250 words). 14 years of age or older at the time of application. Legal US residents.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: April 30, 2021
Website: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship
SALT LAKE EDUCATION FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
DIANA TAGGART SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Deserving female West High School senior who aspires to a career in mathematics. Must have taken math all 4 years of high school. Scholarship funds may be used for books, tuition, and other educational expenses at a college of choice.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Website: www.completescholarships.org
STEED/SORENSON SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Deserving West High senior who would like to achieve his or her personal goals and contribute to society. Scholarship may be used for books, tuition, and other educational expenses at college of choice.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Website: www.completescholarships.org
ARCHIE ARCHULETA COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Deserving West High School senior for dedication to serving their community. Must have completed at least 150 hours of community service during middle and high school career, and 25-75 of those hours must be part of the Senior Service Learning Project (see application).
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Website: www.completescholarships.org
EDNA MONTES EHLERINGER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Seniors who attended Franklin Elementary School in the Salt Lake City School District. Minimum 2.5 GPA. 250 word essay required.
Amount: $1000 renewable
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Website: www.completescholarships.org
American Indian Scholarships and resources:
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- Seniors: NTUA awards scholarships and internships to Navajo students pursuing higher education in programs of student related to the multi-service utility industry, such as business, accounting, engineering, chemistry, computer science, and information technology. The program supports Navajos in obtaining bachelors and master's degrees.
- visit www.ntua.comDEADLINE is APRIL 30, 2021
- AISES - scholarship requirements vary. Available for American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian or Indigenous person from Canada who are a member of AISES, and a full-time STEM field student.
- Visit www.aises.orgunder SCHOLARSHIPS tab DEADLINE is May 31, 2021
- National Park All Native Crew connects young Indigenous adults to culturally significant sites through a residential crew based experience in the national monuments. Requirements include: tribal affiliation, ages 18 - 25 years old, GED or HS diploma and must pass a background check. Dates are from April 2021 - Oct 2021
- visit www.azcorps.orgto apply
- American Indian Graduate Center College Readiness Program
- Seniors: NTUA awards scholarships and internships to Navajo students pursuing higher education in programs of student related to the multi-service utility industry, such as business, accounting, engineering, chemistry, computer science, and information technology. The program supports Navajos in obtaining bachelors and master's degrees.
A free college workshop for Native American high school students and families! This event will feature college prep and scholarship staff and will help prepare students for the transition to college!
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- WHEN: April 10, 2021 from 1pm - 4pm CST // register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CollegeReadinessRegistration21ok
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MAY and later
JIFFY LUBE
Criteria: Utah high school teen drivers and driver’s education students. Write a 500-word essay about “What Drives You?” – no grade point or test score requirements! Open to all.
Amount:$1,500 – 6,500
Deadline: April 12th teen drivers and May 3rd Drivers Ed students, 2021
Website:http://yourturn2apply.com
AMERICAN LEGION UTAH BOYS STATE
Criteria: Junior Boys. A weeklong immersion to learn how Utah government works, earn University credits and scholarships - June 2021 at Weber State University.
Cost - $150
Deadline: May 15th2021
Website: https://apps.weber.edu/boysstate/