[Page 4] Top First-Generation Scholarships to Apply for in March 2026

This scholarship is to honor Lisa K Carlson, who spent her life and career helping students and families. This scholarship will benefit graduates of DC Public Schools (including adult education and STAY programs) as they pursue postsecondary education and training opportunities. All postsecondary education and training programs, tuition, and associated costs qualify for this scholarship. All 2-year, 4-year, and professional certification courses are eligible to receive funds from the Lisa K Carlson scholarship.

This scholarship aims to support first-generation Latinas who are interested in pursuing STEM careers so that they can reach all of their dreams and boost the representation of women of color.

This scholarship will support high school seniors and undergraduate students who are of African descent and are first or second generation to the United States.

This scholarship seeks to support underrepresented students pursuing careers in STEM by helping them overcome their financial hurdles.

This scholarship exists to inhect hope and encouragement into African American high school seniors and college students looking to break into the field of journalism

This scholarship seeks to help underserved students find success as they pursue careers in the technology field.

This scholarship will help support first generation BIPOC students attending HBCUs.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of J.E. Anderson by supporting first-generation students as they set out in pursuit of their goals.

This scholarship aims to support undergraduate students who need financial assistance to achieve all of their goals in life.

This scholarship aims to support students who are forging new paths for their families by obtaining college degrees.

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Charlotte Emery by uplifting Black girls and women so they can succeed in life and flourish.

This scholarship is designed to support first-generation, female high school seniors from the class of 2021 who show passion and heart in their lives.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of José Melendez by supporting students who are currently pursuing or looking to begin an undergraduate degree.

This scholarship seeks to encourage the next generation of nurses who hope to address the COVID-19 pandemic through their careers.

This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about pursuing music and fighting to keep music in schools.

This scholarship seeks to support underserved students by providing financial assistance to lower the cost of college.

This scholarship aims to honor Bill Kuhn by supporting students who are pursuing careers in science.

This scholarship seeks to empower students from Central American backgrounds to achieve their academic goals and build a foundation for a successful future.

This scholarship aims to support underserved students who may not have the resources or guidance they need to reach their full potential.

This scholarship will support high school seniors who will be pursuing a career in the medical or healthcare field.

This scholarship seeks to support LGBTQIA+ students who have a passion for using technology and data science for good.

This scholarship seeks to support students who have faced challenges in their life so they have the help necessary to succeed in college.

This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dr. Alan V. Lee by supporting students who will be the medical professionals of the future.

This scholarship aims to empower single mothers who are determined to pursue or complete their college education, regardless of the hurdles they face.

This scholarship aims to support students who are dedicating their college years and their careers to making this world a better place for all.

This scholarship seeks to support students in Oregon who demonstrate the hero’s journey by being open to growth, learning, and transformation through difficult and challenging circumstances.

This scholarship will support first generation college students who are interested in pursuing a career in business.

The Lila Foundation Scholarship will be awarded to one Hispanic student in the Las Vegas area who is interested in pursuing a career in ultrasonography.

This scholarship aims to honor Jesus Perez and other individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to empower future generations by supporting Puerto Rican students pursuing careers in law.

This scholarship seeks to honor Mario Perez by supporting underprivileged students who are devoted to completing their college degrees.