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Private School Scholarships with 2025 Deadlines

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The Best Private School Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines

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  1. Best Catholic Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Oct 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship is a perfect opportunity for high school students interested in attending Catholic Colleges or Universities.
    All students are eligible
    1
  2. Gardner Family EFY Field Staff Scholarship

    Funded by
    Curtis Gardner

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Nov 18, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship honors the legacy of lives changed at EFY—not only among the youth who attend but especially among the counselors who give their whole hearts and testimonies each summer.
    • Religion: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Age: 19-35 years old
    • Background: Has served as an EFY field staff member during this summer, last summer, or the summer before in one of the following roles: counselor, leader counselor, building counselor, assistant coordinator, health coordinator, or coordinator
    2
  3. Best Christian Colleges No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Feb 01, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship is perfect for Christian high school students looking for college tips and resources.
    All students are eligible
    3
  4. Ka ʻOhana Hōʻoli Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hōʻoli ʻOhana

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Mar 07, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who attended Ka’ala Elementary and are preparing to finish their high school years so they can thrive in college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Leilehua High School
    • State: Hawaii
    • Background: Attended Ka’ala Elementary School
    4
  5. Matthew J. Kauffman Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kauffman Family

    Amount

    $1,500

    Deadline

    May 30, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support a healthcare major in Ohio.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • State: Ohio
    • Major/Field: Healthcare
    5
  6. A Heroes Family Scholarship

    Funded by
    First Responders Family Foundation

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Mar 30, 2026

    Education Level

    Any
    As one small way to help the families of first responders, the A Heroes Family Scholarship exists to provide financial support for a student who has lost a parent/guardian or spouse to an on-duty tragedy of a first responder.
    • Education Level: High school senior or above
    • Background: Lost a parent/guardian or spouse in the line of duty including those in law-enforcement, fire, or military
    6
  7. Lady Gaga Fan No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 5 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Lady Gaga who have been impacted by her music, empowerment, and advocacy!
    All students are eligible
    7
  8. GUTS- Olivia Rodrigo Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 5 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship is perfect for students who have been impacted by Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" album!
    All students are eligible
    8
  9. Wicked Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 5 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!
    All students are eligible
    9
  10. Brent Haines "Make it Happen" Scholarship

    Funded by
    Haines Family

    Amount

    $4,000

    Deadline

    Jun 23, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Brent Haines by supporting motivated, community-minded students who are following in his footsteps.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • School: San Diego State University
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    10
  11. Kenyada Me'Chon Thomas Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Cermonia Thomas

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jul 30, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support BIPOC high school seniors with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    Scholarship is in review
    11
  12. Private Label Diversity in Cosmetology Scholarship

    Funded by
    Private Label

    Amount

    $3,126

    Deadline

    Apr 30, 2021

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support one Black hairstylist attending or planning to attend cosmetology school and has large ambitions for their future in the hair industry!
    All students are eligible
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    12
  13. FMA College Scholarship

    Funded by
    Floodplain Management Association

    Amount

    $6,000

    Deadline

    May 30, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to motivate students who are pursuing careers in which they’ll study floods and create solutions to reduce the impacts of floods on people and communities.
    • Field of Study: STEM
    • Location: Attending an accredited college or University in California, Nevada, or Hawaii
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student (Junior or Senior Year)
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    13
  14. Financial Literacy Importance Scholarship

    Funded by
    wiseGEEK

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support a student who works to be smart with their finances.
    • Education Level: Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    14
  15. SmartSolar Sustainability Scholarship

    Funded by
    Smart Solar

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support motivated students who actively fight against climate change and have goals for how to combat it in the future.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Habits: Making sustainable everyday choices
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    15
  16. Female Startup Club Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Apr 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    Perfect for women who are current or aspiring business owners!
    • Gender: Female
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    16
  17. Jailyn Tamia Scholarship

    Funded by
    JAILYNTAMIA Headquarters

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    May 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who plan to start their own business alongside their studies.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • GPA: 3.0
    • Majo of Interest: Business or related field
    • Background: Plan to begin a business or become an entrepreneur
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    17
  18. Coleman for Patriots Scholarship

    Funded by
    Nolan Coleman

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    May 08, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who need financial assistance to pursue higher education and create a better world for future generations.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Background: Volunteering experience
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    18
  19. Net Impact Berkeley Social Impact Scholarship

    Funded by
    Net Impact Berkeley

    Amount

    $3,000

    Deadline

    May 14, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about making positive changes in the world.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Background: Underrepresented minority or first generation college student
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    19
  20. Alex D. Sharpless II Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jenny Sharpless

    Amount

    $1,500

    Deadline

    Jun 01, 2023

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor Alex D. Sharpless II and keep his memory alive by helping high school seniors attend college.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: North Carolina
    • Major/Field: Business, accounting, or information technology
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    20
  21. Noble E. Gagucas Nursing Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gagucas

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    May 15, 2024

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the selflessness of Noble E. Gagucas by supporting future nurses as they pursue higher education.
    • Education Level: Two or four-year undergraduate student
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority
    • Field of Study: Nursing
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Experience: Nonprofit or volunteering
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    21
  22. Book Lovers Scholarship

    Funded by
    Calvin Rosser

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    May 31, 2024

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who love reading books and believe in the power of reading to transform their lives and become good people in the world.
    • Background: Loves books
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate or graduate students
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    22
  23. Sean Allen Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Peter Chang

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 17, 2024

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support a college student interested in climbing.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate
    • Interests: Climbing
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    23
  24. Beatrice Diaz Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lisa Truppa

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Mar 15, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Beatrice Diaz by supporting students who are passionate about pursuing degrees in business administration or education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • State: Texas
    • Field of Study: Education or business administration
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    24
  25. Commitment to Excellence Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Natale Foundation Inc

    Amount

    $4,000

    Deadline

    May 19, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor Joseph’s life by providing financial relief to qualified students who need help financing their pursuit of higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: New Jersey
    • Field of Study: Music, dance, or theater
    • GPA: 3.5 GPA
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    25
  26. Dream Big Enough Scholarship

    Funded by
    Grimes Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    May 30, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to help fund students’ pursuits of dreaming bigger dreams, being tough-minded optimists, and pursuing opportunities larger than their current conditions.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Alabama or Texas
    • School Name: Montevallo High School, Grapevine High School, Refugio High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    26
  27. Faye Hilgart Women in Mathematics and Math Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hilgart Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 07, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to encourage girls and women in Wisconsin and Minnesota who wish to pursue a career in mathematics or mathematics education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or high school graduate
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Field of Study: Mathematics or mathematics education
    • Location: Wisconsin or Minnesota
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    27
  28. John F. Puffer, Sr. Smile Scholarship

    Funded by
    Puffer Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 09, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of John F. Puffer, Sr. by supporting students in Massachusetts who exemplify S.M.I.L.E. (shine, motivate, inspire, lead, excel) in their daily lives.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Massachusetts
    • GPA: 2.8 or higher
    • Background: Exemplifies S.M.I.L.E.
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    28
  29. Private (PVT) Henry Walker Minority Scholarship

    Funded by
    Steven Franklin

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 14, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students attending HBCUs so they can complete their higher education journeys and achieve their career goals.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Race: African American
    • School Type: HBCU
    • Background: Volunteer experience
    • GPA: 2.8 or above
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    29
  30. Byron and Michelle Johnson Scholarship

    Funded by
    MB Social Action

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Jul 22, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support underserved students as they navigate the world of higher education so they can afford to complete their degrees.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student at an HBCU
    • GPA: 2.5 or higher
    • Identity: Underrepresented minority
    • State: New Jersey or Pennsylvania
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    30

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