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[Page 4] Exclusive Scholarships for High School Freshmen to Apply for in 2025

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August 25, 2025

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  1. Jillian Page Commerce and Trades Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jillian Page

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who are preparing to pursue higher education in order to achieve their career goals and make a difference in the world.
    • Education Level: High school senior (2024 or 2025)
    • State: Missouri
    • Field of Study: Business, cosmetology, or the trades
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  2. Jared Ethan Trueba Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Trueba Family

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Jared Ethan Trueba by supporting students at Cibola High School in NM who embody Jared’s love for community involvement.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: New Mexico
    92
  3. American Dream Scholarship

    Funded by
    Charleen Cabay

    Amount

    $1,250

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support undocumented students so they have the resources necessary to thrive in college.
    • Citizenship Status: Non-citizen
    • Background: Community service or volunteering experience
    93
  4. Environmental Kindness Scholarship

    Funded by
    Melissa Myers

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Apr 03, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support the next generation of environmental activists so they can pursue their careers and protect the environment.
    • Field of Study: Environmental studies (preservation, conservation, etc.)
    94
  5. Peyton Heart Project Scholarship in Memory of Peyton James

    Funded by
    The Peyton Heart Project

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Apr 08, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Peyton James by raising awareness for mental health and the importance of seeking help.
    • School: Dripping Springs High School
    • State: Texas
    • Education Level: High school senior
    95
  6. Weld Our Soul Scholarship

    Funded by
    McConville Family

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Apr 09, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Kevin by supporting students who share his passion for welding.
    • Education Level: High school or trade school student
    • Field of Study: Pursuing welding
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  7. Catalyst Creators: Scholarship for Children's Picture Book Manuscripts Featuring Underrepresented Voices

    Funded by
    Penrose Press, LLC

    Amount

    $700

    Deadline

    Apr 13, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support a student who is passionate about telling lesser-known stories and has a strong children’s picture book manuscript idea.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Background: Has a strong children’s picture book manuscript idea featuring an underrepresented voice as the main character or as a central plot theme
    97
  8. Gustavo Ortiz Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ortiz Family

    Amount

    $2,200

    Deadline

    Apr 15, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Gustavo Ortiz by supporting students from the school he coached at.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • School: William J. Brennan High School
    • State: Texas
    98
  9. Lexi Nicole Olvera Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Scott Olvera

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Apr 21, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory and hopes of Lexi Nicole Olvera by supporting students who will carry on her legacy.
    • Education Level: High school senior (2025)
    • State: Texas
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    99
  10. Lieba’s Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Joran Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Apr 25, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support college students looking to better the social-emotional wellbeing of gifted children.
    • Major: Psychology or Social Work
    • Education Level: Undergraduate
    • GPA min.: 3.5
    100
  11. Bryent Smothermon PTSD Awareness Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bryent Smothermon

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    May 14, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    To honor the legacy of Bryent Smothermon, this scholarship exists to support military veterans or military family members who have suffered from PTSD.
    • Background: Military veteran or child of a military veteran
    101
  12. Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship

    Funded by
    Geanette Rodriguez-Ojeda

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    May 25, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    The Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship will be awarded to two deserving inner-city high school students to help pay for tuition and books.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race: BIPOC
    • GPA: 2.9 or higher
    102
  13. Greg Lockwood Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ken Lockwood

    Amount

    $1,100

    Deadline

    Jun 01, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Greg Lockwood by supporting queer students seeking higher education.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Social work
    • Identity: LGBTQ+
    103
  14. Deanna Ellis Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Anina deNobriga

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Jun 28, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support a student pursuing a career in helping those with substance abuse issues.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Major/Field: Mental health counseling, healthcare, nursing, or other professions that help those with substance abuse issues
    104
  15. Crenati Foundation Supporting International Students Scholarship

    Funded by
    Crenati Foundation

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Nov 20, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to help international students pursue their college education in the US.
    • Education Level: International undergraduate student
    • Citizenship Status: Non-US citizen
    105
  16. Valentine Scholarship

    Funded by
    Valentine Family

    Amount

    $1,500

    Deadline

    Mar 31, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students in the Texas who are preparing to make the leap from high school to college.
    • Education Level: High school student
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    106
  17. Growing with Gabby Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gabriella Carter

    Amount

    $4,925

    Deadline

    Jan 31, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support students working to pay for higher education who have experienced personal growth.
    • Education Level: Any, including graduated students with student debt
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    107
  18. @normandiealise #GenWealth Scholarship

    Funded by
    Normandie Cormier

    Amount

    $1,375

    Deadline

    May 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    As a way to help another student and make college more feasible, the #GenerationalWealth Scholarship serves to help ambitious students who plan to improve their lives through education.
    All students are eligible
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    108
  19. Jim Maxwell Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Maxwell / Grace

    Amount

    $10,000

    Deadline

    Mar 29, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support financially underprivileged students of faith who are pursuing higher education at a college or university.
    • Financial Status: Financially underprivileged
    • Identity: Religious
    • Education Level: 2 or 4-year undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    109
  20. Scott McLam Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    John Gerli

    Amount

    $6,000

    Deadline

    Jun 10, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    The Scott McLam Memorial Scholarship aims to honor Scott by supporting lacrosse students of all education levels to meet their educational goals.
    • Sport: Lacrosse
    • Education Level: All education levels
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    110
  21. Harriett Russell Carr Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Franita Poke

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Apr 04, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Harriett Russell Carr by supporting women who share Harriett’s devotion to service.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Background: Community service-oriented
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    111
  22. Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship

    Funded by
    OUR DESTINY OUR FUTURE FOUNDATION

    Amount

    $3,000

    Deadline

    Jun 30, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support students who volunteer in their community.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate
    • Experience: Volunteer or non-profit
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    112
  23. Olivia Woods Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Angela Darling

    Amount

    $1,050

    Deadline

    Mar 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support low income students who are passionate about reading.
    • Education Level: Any
    • Background: Low-income
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    113
  24. Joseph A. Monachino Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Monachino

    Amount

    $1,600

    Deadline

    Jul 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Joseph A. Monachino by supporting students who are committed to pursuing higher education.
    • Financial Status: Financial need
    • Education Level: High school student
    • State: Nevada
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    114
  25. Gus Downing Retail Loss Prevention & Safety Scholarship

    Funded by
    Calibration Group, Inc.

    Amount

    $5,000

    Deadline

    Aug 04, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the field of safety.
    • Field of Study: Criminal justice or retail loss prevention and safety
    Scholarship is in review
    115
  26. Neil Margeson Sound Scholarship

    Funded by
    Margeson Family

    Amount

    $4,000

    Deadline

    May 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Neil Margeson by supporting students who share his passion for music.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or trade school student
    • Field of Study: Sound engineering and/or music
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    116
  27. Parker Holder Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Carmella Holmes

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Dec 01, 2022

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will help honor the life of Parker Holder and help support a student who is pursuing a trade.
    • Education Level: High school
    • Current or desired schooling: Trade school
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    117
  28. Show your Mettle - Women in STEM Scholarship

    Funded by
    Connie Ozmer

    Amount

    $1,500

    Deadline

    Sep 01, 2022

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support women who are pursuing degrees and careers in IT or STEM so they have the necessary resources to achieve their dreams.
    • Gender: Female
    • Field of Study: IT or STEM
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    118
  29. Kendall Ross Culinary Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nick Osterfoss and Corey Siegel

    Amount

    $8,440

    Deadline

    Feb 18, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Kendall Ross by supporting the next generation of talented chefs.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Culinary arts
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    119
  30. Michael J. Burns Military Children Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jason Burns

    Amount

    $1,200

    Deadline

    Sep 01, 2022

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor Michael J. Burns’ legacy of giving by supporting students from military families who need financial assistance to pursue their educational goals.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Background: From a military family
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    120

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