Heading to college and this is an exciting adventure. Further your studies, take steps towards your career aspirations, and be in a supportive environment that wants to impart valuable knowledge and skills onto you.
Along with that, comes the fact that lots of money will be needed. Oh yeah, college tuition is the most it’s ever been. But luckily for you, there are plenty of organizations and institutions that offer students the financial aid they need. Even your job can contribute to the cost of college tuition.
As opposed to a student loan that will have you in debt before you even begin your career, scholarships offer to fund to students without requiring them to pay it back.
We’ve compiled a mega list of scholarships from different fields that could be just what you’re looking for. Take some time to read through the requirements and remember to apply as soon as you can.
1. Samuel Fletcher Tapman ASCE Student Chapter Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10, 2019
This is a scholarship for civil engineering students, and it’s offered by ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers). You’ll need to be a student at an ABET-accredited program in the civil engineering field or related program.
You’ll also need to submit this application form by February 10
2. “Inspire Our Future” Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: April 01, 2019
Teacher.org offers this scholarship to students looking to further their studies in the education field. You’ll also need a minimum of 3.5 GPA to qualify.
3. AACCI Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 25, 2019
If you’re interested in the field of grain-based food science and technology, this might be the perfect scholarship for you. You must be an AACCI member to qualify. You’ll also need to be an advanced undergraduate (senior year student). Visit their site for further information on application requirements.
4. ABA Member Scholarships
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: April 01, 2019
If you’re a member of the American Bus Association or you’re a child of a parent who works there, you can qualify for this scholarship. Application requirements include having a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, as well as studying in tourism, travel or transportation-related program.
5. Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance Scholarship – Bellevue Chapter
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: February 05, 2019
If you’re trying to pursue your studies in the accounting and finance field, then applying for this scholarship may be what you need. Check out these details for specific application requirements.
6. Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) Scholarship Program
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: March 31, 2019
As the name suggests, this scholarship is open to adults who are furthering their studies. There’s a specific focus on adults with physical, economic, or social challenges. There are only 13 scholarships available so visit their site asap to apply.
7. Greater St. Louis Mothers of Twins Club Mary Joan Wolf Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 17, 2019
If you’re a mom of multiples and are in the St. Louis area, this might be the scholarship for you.Visit their website to get more info on requirements and how to apply.
8. AAUW Educational Foundation International Fellowships
Amount: $30,000
Deadline: November 15, 2019
If you’re not a U.S citizen or permanent resident, you’ll want to consider this scholarship from the AAUW seriously. Preference is given to women who have demonstrated commitments to the advancement of women in their professional work or community.
9. Michael S. and Jeffrey C. Hagler Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1, 2019
This particular scholarship is for students enrolling at Boise State University or College of Western Idaho. You need to be 24 years or older to apply and also be seeking to obtain a degree or certificate from the mentioned colleges. Preference is also given to students who have financial needs. Contact the scholarship committee –edavis@idcomfdn.org or give them a call at 208-342-3535.
10. Kentucky Colonel’s Better Life Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 1, 2019
Kentucky residents are invited to apply for this scholarship. Some of the requirements include being a single parent to a minor child or children 12 years or under, demonstrating financial need, and having a good academic record. Their website has more information on the application process and requirements.
11. AAUW Lew Williams Scholarship and Leila Sulkes Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: July 31, 2019
The Lew Williams Scholarships and Leila Sulkes Scholarship applies to students who reside in the following counties: Colts Neck, Farmingdale, Freehold Township, Manalapan, Morganville, Englishtown, Freehold Borough, Howell, and Marlboro. You’ll need to be at least 25 years old and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be considered. Contact Susan Hughes from the Scholarship Committee at freeholdaauwscholarships@gmail.com or hop onto their website for more details.
12. (ISC)² Women in Information Security Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 – $6,000
Deadline: April 15, 2019
Information Security is a growing field with a lack of women, and this scholarship is aimed at trying to encourage more female participation in the field. If you’re pursuing a career in information assurance, cybersecurity, or related field and have a minimum GPA of 3.3, then this scholarship may be for you. Each successful applicant will be awarded a scholarship worth $1,000 to $6,000. You can apply on this web page.
13. AFWM Ford Empowering America Scholarship
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: May 1, 2019
The Alliance for Women in Media (AFWM) foundation provide women with scholarships to help further their studies. Applicants will need to upload videos profiling influential or inspirational women in their communities. You can contact the scholarship committee on info@allwomeninmedia.org or check out their website for more information.
14. AMWA Medical Education Scholarships
Amount: $500
Deadline: Varies
The American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) founded this scholarship for women who are pursuing careers in the medical field. You’ll need to have a letter of recommendation as well as submit an essay when applying. Check out their site for more details.
15. Patsy Takemoto Mink Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: August 1, 2019
This scholarship by Congresswoman Mink aims to give financial support to low-income mothers with minor children. You’ll need to be pursuing a technical/vocational degree, an associate’s degree, a first bachelor’s degree or a professional/master’s/doctoral degree. Check out their website for more info on requirements.
16. LouEllen Dabbs Scholarship
Amount: $750
Deadline: March 21, 2019
The LouEllen Dabbs Scholarship is specifically for students who are pursuing a business, finance, or banking career. This scholarship is also for single parents and you’ll need to have at least a 2.35 GPA to be considered. Please visit their website if you’re pursuing a career in the mentioned fields to get more information.
17. AAUW Reading Branch Graduate Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: May 30, 2019
Berks County women have the opportunity to apply annually for this scholarship. Applicants with a demonstrated financial need and great academic records are the focus for the scholarship. You can check out their website for more details about requirements and application processes.
18. Abby’s Closet Dreams Can Come True Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 22, 2019
The Abby’s Closet Dreams Can Come True Scholarship encourages applicants to tell the foundation about their dreams and aspirations for their future. The successful applicant will be awarded $1,000 to use towards their tuition fees and be awarded their perfect gown and accessories for their day. Be sure to check out their site to see what the foundation embodies, to have that in mind when crafting your application essay.
19. Association of Women Contractors Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: April 30, 2019
You’ll need to be a resident of Minnesota to apply for this scholarship. The Association of Women Contractors Scholarship is aimed at providing women who are pursuing construction-related careers financial aid. Requirements also involve either entering or currently being a construction trade apprentice. Their website has further details on the requirements for this scholarship. You can also contact Grace Dahlquist from the scholarship committee via email on grace@awcmn.org.
20. Frances M. Dunn Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500 Minimum
Deadline: Varies
The children of Frances M. Dunn started this scholarship that is aimed at providing financial assistance to single mothers in the IS program. Applicants can be sophomores, juniors, or seniors, and have earned at least a 2.5 GPA. Your resume and letter of application is needed to apply. Their website gives more information about the requirements and application process.
21. Marrie Ferraro Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15, 2019
The Marrie Ferraro Scholarship is offered to students who have been accepted at Buffalo State. You’ll also need to be either an undergrad or a grad student to send in your application. Other requirements include being a full-time student, having a minimum GPA of 3.25 and being a single parent. For more information, you can contact the scholarship committee on finaid@buffalostate.edu.
22. B.A. Rudolph Foundation Undergraduate Public Service Scholarship
Amount: $4,800
Deadline: April 11, 2019
If you have applied for or have already received a summer internship in Washington, D.C. you can approach the scholarship committee of the B.A. Rudolph Foundation Undergraduate Public Service Scholarship for financial aid. Requirements include demonstrating financial need. Successful applicants are assigned mentors to help guide them as they pursue their career in Washington. Check out their website for the online form and other requirements.
23. Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
This particular scholarship program is available in two ways: cash tuition scholarships and college-granted scholarships. The cash scholarships can be used for tuition, books, as well as other education expenses. The college-granted scholarships works with over 100 universities and colleges across the U.S. See their website for more details on how to apply.
24. ESA Foundation Scholarship Program
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: May 4, 2019
Up to 30 scholarships of $3,000 each are awarded annually through the ESA Foundation Scholarship Program. Preference is given to female minority students. You’ll need a minimum 2.75 GPA and also be a U.S. citizen. Check out their website for more details on application process and requirements.
25. Ann and Peter Ziegler Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
If you’re a woman in the Liberal Arts, this may just be your ideal scholarship. Ann and Peter Ziegler established this scholarship through the CNM Foundation. You’ll need to have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and also be a single parent to qualify. Please visit the CNM site for more information on additional requirements and on how to apply.
26. Oakland University Critical Difference Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
If you’ve enrolled for an undergraduate degree program at Oakland University, there are quite a number of financial aid streams that are available for students in need of funding. This particular scholarship requires students to be single and the heads of their households. A GPA of 2.5 and above is required and you can apply if you’re a full-time or part-time student. Check out their website for more details on application processes and additional requirements.
27. Helen Holt Mollohan Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 28, 2019
To all the West Virginia readers out there, this is a scholarship specifically for you. The Helen Holt Mollohan Scholarship is awarded to female students who are currently attending or planning to go to Glenville State College. Contact Leah Ellyson for more information at infor@mollohanfoundation.org, or you can just turn to their website for all the details.
28. Total Scholarships for Women
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: March 31, 2019
Five future female leaders will each be awarded a $10,000 scholarship from Toptal Scholarships for Women. The female applicants must want to change the world. You’ll need to first articulate your plan on how you think you can change the world, and then specify the mentorship that would be needed to help you achieve these goals. This application is made via your personal blog – you’ll need to publish a 1,000-word blog post on the topic. For more details and requirements, please visit their website.
29. Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 18, 2019
This scholarship fund is particularly for women who are 35 years and older. You’ll need to be classified as low-income and be pursuing technical or vocational education, as well as an associate’s or first bachelor’s degree. Another requirement is for applicants to be either U.S. citizens or permanent residents. For more info, check out their website.
30. Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Single parents living in Arkansas can apply for this scholarship fund. Applicants need to be considered economically disadvantaged and have children who are still minors. The amounts and deadlines vary, depending on the county. Visit their website to apply, as per your county.
31. The Silver Shield Foundation
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
This particular foundation is specifically aimed at children of firefighters and police officers who lost their lives while on duty. The foundation is aimed at helping their surviving children further their studies and they assist in prep school, college and university tuition fees. Each scholarship is specific to the family and their needs so if this applies to you, you can check out their website for more details or contact their scholarship committee via email on moreinfo@silvershieldfoundation.org.
32. Leslie Andree Hanna Medical Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 10, 2019
U.S. female students who are attending medical school are eligible for the Leslie Andree Hanna Medical Scholarship. You’ll need a minimum of a 3.25 GPA. There are quite a number of scholarships on the scholarship provider’s website so if you’re pursuing a career in the medical field, be sure to check them all out.
33. Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS)
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: April 1, 2019
This scholarship is sponsored by Visionary Integration Professionals (VIPs) and is aimed at providing women who have interests in pursuing technology-related fields the financial aid to be able to do so. This is annually available to women across the U.S. and you’ll need a minimum of 3.0 GPA to qualify. Check out this page for more details.
34. NDSGC Pearl I. Young Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1, 2019
This scholarship is aimed at providing female U.S. citizens who would like to pursue a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) field, financial aid. You’ll need to a minimum 3.5 GPA and be studying at the University of North Dakota. Preference is given to students who are involved in a research project related to NASA. Check out their website for more details on the application process.
35. Bernice Murray Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 16, 2019
Residents from Vermont are welcomed to apply for this scholarship. It was established to honor Bernice Murray’s service to communities in Vermont. Applicants need to demonstrate financial need to qualify and also be a single parent with primary custody to a child or children who are 12 years or under. Have a look at this page for more information and to send in your application.
36. Adobe Research Women in Technology Scholarship
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: October 31, 2019
As the name suggests, this scholarship is for women who are pursuing careers in the technology field. You’ll need to currently be an undergrad or master’s student at a university, have a strong academic record, and there’s also an option of a video upload that speaks on your dream career. The Adobe Research website has further details on this scholarship.
37. SWSIS Scholarships for Women Studying Information Security
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Varies
This scholarship is awarded to women who are studying for their bachelor’s or master’s degrees in any fields that are related to information security. You’ll need to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to apply, and also be either enrolled or accepted at a U.S. University. Their site has more details on the application process so be sure to check it out.
38. Women Lead Scholarship
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: April 30, 2019
Two educational scholarships are awarded annually through the Women Lead Scholarship. You’ll need to be a Christian woman and seeking a graduate degree that will prepare you to serve your community and the Christian faith. Women of Christian faith from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. You can check out this online page for more details on the application process and requirements.
39. Top Products Single Mothers Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: August 31, 2019
Single mothers who seek to further studies can apply to this scholarship. You’ll need to write a motivational essay that describes you, your family, and what education means to you. Contact Scott Smith of the scholarship committee at scott@topproducts.com or you can just check out their website for more details.
40. Bruce and Marjorie Sundlun Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 10, 2019
Rhode Island residents can apply for the Bruce and Marjorie Sundlum Scholarship. Applications need to be from low-income households, be single parents, and preference is also given to applicants who have been incarcerated or have received state aid. For more information, visit the Rhode Island Foundation site.
41. ACLS Medical School Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: November 30, 2019
This scholarship’s deadline is still a little far but you can still check out their website for more details. Applicants must be currently enrolled at medical school, dental school, or nursing school and unlike with many of the scholarships on this list, you won’t need to demonstrate financial need. The application process involves uploading a 30 – 45 seconds video onto YouTube that explains how you would improve mental health awareness.
42. CSF Fiesta Queen Scholarship and Pageant
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: May 3, 2019
Colorado women between the ages of 18 and 22 who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 are encouraged to apply for this scholarship fund. It is particularly aimed at providing Hispanic women financial aid. The winner of the pageant will be awarded the prize money that will be put towards them furthering their studies. Their site has more details on the pageant and the scholarship-related prize.
43. Empower Her Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 1, 2019
Female undergrad or grad students who are either mothers or currently pregnant can apply for this scholarship. You’ll also need to be a student at a college in Lincoln and have a minimum of 6 credit hours. You can contact Alexa Krings via email on pregnant.parenting.scholarships@gmail.com or check out their website for more details.
44. Future Global Leaders Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: Varies
The Future Global Leaders Scholarship is awarded to students who are enrolled at an accredited U.S. College or University. You’ll need to write a 3-5 page essay on a chosen topic and this scholarship is aimed at providing women who have interest in International Trade and Global Development financial aid. Check out their website for more details.
45. BYU Marriott School Single Parent Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1, 2019
If you’re officially admitted to one of the programs in the Marriott School, then you can take advantage of this financial aid program. This scholarship is specifically designed for single parents who have the physical custody of their minor child or children. A good academic record as well as being a full-time undergrad student, are also essential requirements for qualifying. For any queries, contact their scholarship committee on marriottschool@byu.edu or simply visit their website.
46. ACF Rae Lee Siporin Scholarship For Women
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 6, 2019
New Mexico female students who have completed their freshmen, sophomore, and junior years of college and would like to continue their studies, can apply for this scholarship. Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate financial need. The application process involves writing an essay on “What is your graduation plan?” Check out their website for more details.
47. Ahadi Women in Science Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 28, 2019
This is an annual scholarship founded by Dr. Soudabeh Ahadi. This scholarship is aimed at providing financial assistance to women who are graduating seniors of any Monroe County high school and would like to pursue careers in the field of science. You can apply for the scholarship on the scholarship provider’s website.
48. Associated Women for Pepperdine (AWP) Scholarship
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 15, 2019
This is the largest as well as the most active women’s group that supports South Carolina colleges and universities. Application requirements include being an active member of a Church of Christ congregation. The application is available on the scholarship provider’s website.
49. Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation Education Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: Varies
Women who are studying a program in the automotive field are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. You’ll need a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and be a citizen within North America. These scholarships are awarded quarterly to women who have demonstrated a passion for the automotive industry. Check out their site for further details.
50. Downer-Bennet Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1, 2019
The Downer-Bennet Scholarship for single parents is one of the scholarships administered by The University of New Mexico each year. Their site has more information about the scholarship but to qualify, you’ll need to be a continuing undergrad student at the main UNM campus, have a competitive cumulative UNM GPA, as well as have earned a total of 12 UNM Main campus credits by the end of fall.
There are plenty of other scholarships and grants that will help you achieve your educational goals. Whether you’re a single mom, a working mom, or just a woman wanting to further her studies finally, there are plenty of organizations that would love to assist you along your journey. Check out more scholarships specifically for moms and consider some of these scholarships for women.
