Scholarships can significantly ease the financial burden of college, but many students miss out because they don’t know about lesser-known opportunities. Here are some scholarships you probably haven’t heard of but should consider applying for:
- The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship: Designed for community college students transferring to four-year universities, it offers up to $40,000 per year.
- The Dell Scholars Program: Targets students who have overcome significant obstacles. It provides financial support and resources for academic success.
- The Google Lime Scholarship: For students with disabilities pursuing degrees in computer science or related fields.
- The Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship: For students who promote vegetarianism and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- The Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship: A fun, creative writing scholarship that asks applicants how they would survive a zombie apocalypse.
- The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Scholarships: Offers various scholarships for academic achievement and leadership.
- The Generation Google Scholarship: Supports underrepresented groups in tech fields.
- The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Scholarship: For female students pursuing engineering degrees.
- The American Fire Sprinkler Association Scholarship: For students pursuing degrees in fire protection or related fields.
- The Imagine America High School Scholarship Program: For students attending career colleges.
To find these and other hidden gems, use scholarship search engines and check with your school’s financial aid office. Applying may take time, but the potential rewards are worth the effort!