The Best Virginia Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines in 2025
September 1, 2025


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$25,000 "Be Bold" No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$25,030Deadline
Only 27 days left!Education Level
AnyThe world will be shaped by the bold—the fighters, the risk-takers, the earnest overachievers who won’t take no for an answer. The $10,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.All students are eligible1Everett J. Collins, Jr. Music Scholarship
Funded byCollins FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Oct 05, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who share Everett’s love for music as they pursue higher education.- Field of Study: Music
- School: Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- GPA: 2.3 or higher
2Ryan Yebba Memorial Mental Health Scholarship
Funded byYebba FamilyAmount
$1,800Deadline
Oct 20, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Ryan Yebba by supporting students who are passionate about pursuing a career in mental health treatment.- Education Level: Undergraduate at a two-year college
- Field of Study: Mental health
- Desired Degree: Masters
3Lewis Ohana Scholarship
Funded byMichael LewisAmount
$1,050Deadline
Nov 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support low-income students so they have the resources they need to pursue higher education.- Financial Status: Low-income
- State: Virginia
- Education Level: High school seniors and undergraduate freshman
4Sam Stoy "Captain America" Scholarship
Funded byStoy FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Dec 07, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Sam Stoy by supporting students who demonstrate leadership and are enthusiastic about making a difference for fellow students.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- School Name: Tidewater Tech
- State: Virginia
- GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
- Field of Study: Combination/maritime welding program
- Background: Great attendance record
5Appalachian Region Vocational Scholarship
Funded byDaelyn ChaneyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jan 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a student in the Appalachian region who is pursuing a career in STEM.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate
- Type of Education: Trade or vocational
- State: Kentucky, West Virginia, or Virginia
- Major/Career of Interest: STEM
- Background: First generation college student
6Get Up and Go Scholarship
Funded byTiana BrownAmount
$2,500Deadline
Feb 28, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who demonstrate resilience, ambition, and a steadfast commitment to their education—qualities that defined Patrease’s life and legacy.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Background: BIPOC, female, and/or LGBTQ+
- GPA: 2.8 GPA or higher
- State: DC, Maryland, Virginia, or South Carolina
7Evans Construction Scholarship
Funded byEvans Construction IncAmount
$4,000Deadline
Mar 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who exemplify leadership, selflessness, and Christian values as they pursue their educational goals.- Education Level: High school student
- School Name: West Point High School or New Kent High School (VA)
- Religion: Christian
8Patrick B. Moore Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and Family of Patrick B. MooreAmount
$500Deadline
Mar 20, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Patrick Moore by supporting students who are preparing to make the jump from high school to college in order to achieve their goals.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- State: Virginia
9Marie Humphries Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJohn HumphriesAmount
$3,000Deadline
Apr 16, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Marie Humphries by supporting students who are pursuing their education in order to become teachers.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Education or teaching
10Mabel Kiracofe Scholarship
Funded byColeman Place Elementary School PTAAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 22, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who attended Coleman Place Elementary School as they prepare to finish high school and move on to pursuing higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Norfolk, Virginia
- Background: Attended Coleman Place Elementary
- School Name: Booker T. Washington High School, Granby High School, Lake Taylor High School, Maury High School or Norview High School
- GPA: 2.0 or higher
11Z Creativity Scholarship
Funded byZeiders American Dream TheaterAmount
$2,000Deadline
May 06, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the spirit of creativity and artistic excellence at the heart of the mission of Zeiders American Dream Theater.- Education Level: High school senior
- Location: Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, or Williamsburg, Virginia
- Extracurriculars: Participates in the arts
12Paula C. Collie Future Educators Scholarship
Funded byWillis CollieAmount
$625Deadline
Apr 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Paula C. Collie by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in education.- Field of Study: Education
- State: Virginia
- Background: First-generation student
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner13Assane Konte KanKouran West African Dance Co. Scholarship
Funded byBoard of KanKouran West African Dance CompanyAmount
$2,500Deadline
Dec 24, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are committed to protecting and contributing to the African diaspora.- Background: Engaged in extracurriculars or a course of study aimed at preserving and uplifting African and/or African American art, history or culture
- Ethnicity: African American or Black
- States: DC, VA, MD
- Education Level: Undergraduate or trade school student
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner14Karen Von Bernewitz Memorial Scholarship
Funded byVon BernewitzAmount
$3,810Deadline
Jun 18, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life and memory of Karen Von Bernewitz by supporting students who share her love for music and service.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- Location: Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.
- Field of Study: Music or service industry (public or civil service, education, social work, medicine, fire, rescue, EMS, etc.)
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners15Boddu Football Scholarship
Funded byBoddu/NekkantiAmount
$1,000Deadline
Mar 02, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a high school senior who plays football.- Sport : Football
- States: MI or VA
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner16Lulu Scholarship for Music Vocation
Funded byGuin Records LLCAmount
$1,100Deadline
Aug 30, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the impact of Lulu by supporting aspiring artists pursuing their dreams in the music industry.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- Field of Interest: Music
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner17Huguenot High School Class of 2001 Scholarship
Funded by2001 Huguenot High School Graduating ClassAmount
$1,500Deadline
Nov 30, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship exists to support current Huguenot High School seniors who go above and beyond to support their school and the broader community through different leadership efforts.- College Enrollment: Plans to attend college or trade school
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners18HomeCare.com Nursing Scholarship
Funded byCareSaveAmount
$8,000Deadline
Jul 01, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship is designed to provide equitable opportunities for prospective Black nurses to excel in their studies and pending career.- Major of interest: Nursing/ADN
- State: Pennsylvania, Maryland, Illinois, New York, Michigan, Georgia, Ohio, Virginia, North Carolina, Texas, Arizona, or Alabama
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners19Self "ESTEAM" Scholarship
Funded byPillars4DignityAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship is designed to encourage and promote those planning to pursue a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).- Area of Study: Any STEM-related field
- Location: DC, Maryland, and Virginia
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner20Sullivan Promise Project Scholarship
Funded byMatthew SullivanAmount
$500Deadline
Sep 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support a student who displays "hero" qualities within their community.- Education Level: High school
- State: Virginia
- Experience: Volunteering, non-profit work, or community service
- Background: Dysfunctional homelife
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner21Korean Men and Women Scholarship
Funded bySihyeon Shelley YuAmount
$500Deadline
Oct 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a Korean student in Virginia, Washington D.C., or Maryland.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
- Race/Ethnicity: Korean
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- State: Virginia, Maryland, or Washington D.C.
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner22Single-Parent Household Undergraduate Scholarship
Funded byRyan GreenAmount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 30, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to make higher education more accessible by supporting students from first-generation or single-income homes.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- GPA: 2.0 or higher
- Background: First-generation student and/or from a single-parent household
- State: MD, DC, VA, NJ, or DE
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner23McGovern Legacy Scholarship
Funded byAnnarita McGovernAmount
$1,000Deadline
Dec 06, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who have been in foster care to make their transition to college easier.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Background: Foster care experience
- State: Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Florida
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner24Youth Civic Engagement Scholarship
Funded byAnna KellyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Mar 01, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about civic engagement in the DMV area.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- Background: Financial need
- State: Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C.
- Experience: Advocacy for a specific cause or has worked as a volunteer in politics
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner25William & Josephine Linyear Honorary Scholarship
Funded byLinyearAmount
$500Deadline
May 07, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor William and Josephine Linyear for all they have done for their children, family, and friends by supporting students from their alma mater.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Virginia
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Field of Study: Education
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner26Valiyah Young Scholarship
Funded byValiyah YoungAmount
$500Deadline
May 14, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students from the DMV area so they can complete their college degrees and launch their careers.- Education Level: High school senior or 2/4-year undergraduate student
- State: From the DMV area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia)
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner27Colonial Italian American Organization Donor Scholarship
Funded byColonial Italian American Organization (CIAO)Amount
$2,000Deadline
Jul 15, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students of Italian descent as they pursue their higher education goals.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- State: Virginia
- Background: Italian-descent
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners28Elizabeth D. Stark Art Scholarship
Funded byKayes-Stark FamilyAmount
$10,000Deadline
Aug 23, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship honors the life of Elizabeth Stark by supporting two female students who are pursuing degrees in art or art history.- Degree: Must be pursuing a degree in art or art history
- Home State: Must be from Virginia
- Gender: Must be female identifying or non-binary
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners29Sharen and Mila Kohute Scholarship
Funded byKohute FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Oct 14, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor Sharen and Mila Kohute by supporting first-generation female students who are committed to pursuing higher education.- Gender: Female
- Background: First-generation
- State: Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Virginia
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
Scholarship is awarded to
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