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Over $22,000 in Possible Scholarships to Finance Your College Dreams

August 12, 2026
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$10,000 to Help You Pay for the 2026-2027 Academic Year

This scholarship can assist you with paying for the 2026-2027 academic year.

https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/search/10000-fund-your-future-scholarship-

$10,000 Fund Your Future Scholarship, D: Aug 31, 2026

Winner announced Sept 30, 2026.

Open to college and graduate students, 18 years or older, U.S. citizens, Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, and DACA.

You must have a scholarships360.org account (which is free).

From webpage:

“To apply, complete the steps below:

  1. Confirm your college for the 2026-2027 academic year: Check to make sure the college we have on file for your Scholarships360 account is correct. If it’s not correct, update it to improve your account experience!
  2. Tell us about your college payment plan: Check off which funds you plan to use to cover your or your child’s higher education costs. We always recommend a “laddered” approach: using free money (scholarships/grants) first, followed by income/savings, and lastly utilizing student loans.
  3. Calculate your college funding gap: A college funding gap is the difference between a school’s total cost of attendance and the combined amount of financial aid (grants, scholarships), federal loans, and the Expected Family Contribution.
  4. Answer a short essay: In 250 words or less, tell us how you’ve gotten creative with your plan to pay for college!”

Pizza Hut Foundation Scholarships: $500 to $5,000 Based on Need

https://www.pizzahutfoundation.org/programs

https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/phfscholars26

$500 up to $5,000 Pizza Hut Foundation Scholarship, D: Aug 31, 2026

Google AI Overview:

“Scholarship Details

  • Award Amounts: $500 or up to $5,000 depending on financial need and applicant evaluation.
  • Deadline: August 31, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT.
  • Age Limits: Open to legal U.S. residents aged 17 to 26.
  • GPA Requirement: Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
  • Additional Benefit: Includes participation in a 14-week mentorship program.”

Additional information: This scholarship is open to legal residents of the “50 United States, Guam or the District of Columbia (“D.C.”),.” Ages 17 to 26.

However, if you are a Pizza Hut employee, you have a separate section in which to apply, and there is no age limit.

You must be eligible for Federal student aid at the college or career school you plan to attend.

You must be enrolled at least part-time in the Spring 2027 Session to use this award.

“What documentation is required for this application?

  • 3 Written Prompts (200-500 word requirement)
  • Either a:
    • High School Transcript, or
    • College/University Transcript if you have completed at least one semester of college. You may upload either an official or unofficial transcript. Your full name, school name, and contact information must be visible on the transcript.
  • 2026-2027 FAFSA Submission Summary with a Student Aid Index (SAI).”

If you click on the link for Frequently Asked Questions, you get more information:

If you are an incoming freshman and are planning to enroll in Spring 2027, you are eligible to apply.

High school seniors are “eligible if they will be attending a post-secondary institution in the Spring [2027 semester] or are dual enrolled during the Spring semester. If you will not be attending or dual-enrolled in a post-secondary program this Spring, you are not eligible to apply.”

Scholarships for Law School Students and Future Lawyers, and a Scholarship for Those Who Have Experienced Homelessness or Advocated for the Unhoused

https://talkovlaw.com/scholarship

$6,000 Myrna Talkov Law Scholarship, D: Sept 6, 2026

Myrna Talkov was an educator who wished she could “fund college scholarships for students who are facing financial hardship and [are] deserving.”

“Talkov Law is awarding a $6,000 annual scholarship in honor of her six children and grandchildren whose lives most impacted by Myrna Talkov to a deserving law student who authors a winning essay.

Applicants must submit an essay of 500 words or less responding to the following prompt:

Explain the impact that an educator or other influential person had on your life and how that influence will help you upon completing law school. Feel free to include your story in a brief narrative of your background and interests.”

The winner will be selected based on overall writing ability, argument presentation and persuasion.

Eligibility: The scholarship is open to any law student, including undergraduates accepted to an ABA-accredited law school.”

https://www.carolinenormanfrost.com/scholarship

$1,000 Overcoming Homelessness Scholarship, D: Sept 9, 2026

Notice this scholarship is open to undergraduates or graduate students with a 2.5 or above GPA and who have experienced homelessness or advocated for the unhoused in their community.

Selected criteria from webpage:

“Eligibility for this Scholarship:

  • You must have experienced homelessness yourself or made a concentrated effort to fight homelessness in your community.
  • You must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above.
  • You must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate/graduate program or trade school within the United States for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • You must be at least 17 years old.
  • You must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

All interested students must respond to the following prompt in short essay format, in roughly 500 words:

How have you been affected by homelessness? If you have not experienced homelessness yourself, how have you helped combat it in your community?

Applicants must attach proof of enrollment at an accredited university in the form of a class schedule or acceptance letter as well as proof of their acquired GPA.”

https://yourfutureattorney.com/scholarship

$500 Your Future Attorney Scholarship, D: Dec 20, 2026

Google AI Overview

“Essay Length: 500 words or fewer

The Prompt: Explain why you want to become an attorney.

Application Core: Email your short essay, your name, current school, and planned law school application year directly to their team.”

Where I Discovered Some of these Scholarships

You may want to check the links below for other scholarship possibilities.

https://www.scholarshipgps.com/blog/2026essayscholarships

In this blog post, Dave the Scholarship Coach lists several scholarships.

https://law.vanderbilt.edu/jd-program/costs-financial-aid/external

Another way to find scholarships is to visit other universities’ webpages and search for lists of external scholarships.

The link above from the Vanderbilt Law School is where I found some of the law scholarships I featured in this post. These are external scholarships that have a connection with law school or becoming a lawyer.

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Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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More than $28,500 in Scholarship Possibilities with due dates in August and September

July 30, 2026
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More than $11,000 in Scholarships for Those in the Healthcare Field

1. https://bold.org/scholarships/henry-respert-alzheimers-and-dementia-awareness-scholarship/

$1,500 Henry Respert Alzheimer’s and Dementia Awareness Scholarship, D: Aug 2, 2026, five awarded

Undergraduate students with medical research, biomedical science, neuroscience, psychology and other students “dedicated to studying healthcare or engaging in medical research.”

Selected criteria:        

“Awareness and research efforts in Alzheimer’s and Dementia are pivotal in the quest for a cure. By exposing students to the significance of research in aging and Dementia early in their academic pursuits, this scholarship aims to inspire them to consider careers in these fields, ultimately making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

This scholarship is open to any undergraduate student interested in medical research, biomedical science, neuroscience, psychology, and related disciplines, although preference is given to students at Michigan State University.

To apply, tell us about the impacts of Alzheimer’s or another Dementia-related illness on your life and what you’ve learned from it. (400-1500 words)”

2. https://nmfonline.org/scholarships-programs/scholarships-and-awards/     

$10,000 United Health Foundation Health Care Scholars United (future clinicians) program, D: Aug 9, 2026, 40 awarded

From webpage:

“Health Care Scholars United Program                             

The United Health Foundation’s Health Care Scholars United program provides scholarships and support to future clinicians with a goal of helping to improve health care access, experiences, and outcomes for all.

This scholarship will award $10,000 to 40 future clinicians who show leadership in the early stages of their career, and a commitment/interest in research to promote healthier communities for all. This scholarship can be renewed through the 2027-2028 academic year, if eligible.

This opportunity is open to students enrolled in the following accredited degree programs: Dental (DDS or DMD), DO, DO/Dual Degree, Graduate-level nursing, MD, MD/Dual Degree, MSW, PA, and PharmD.”

National Medical Fellowships offers several different scholarships and other programs. Scholarship are awarded in different cycles. The current cycle is June 29-Aug 9, 2026. Check the link above for more scholarships.

Up to $15,000 for Residents of Washington, D.C. attending Public or Private Universities

AI Overview description: “The DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG) helps eligible Washington, D.C. residents pay for college by covering out-of-state tuition differences.

Key details include up to $15,000 annually for public colleges, up to $3,750 yearly for private HBCUs and D.C. private colleges, and an application deadline of August 21, 2026.”

If you are a resident of Washington, D.C., check out the link above for complete information about the program.

$2,500 in Scholarships for Those Who Read

4. https://makeheadway.com/scholarship/

$1,500 Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship, D: Sept 15, 2026

Selected criteria from website:

“Students are eligible to apply for the Scholarship provided that they:

  • reside in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, or Australia;
  • are at least 16 years old;
  • are in their final year of high school, secondary school, (upper) secondary school graduates, current college/university undergraduates, or graduate students;
  • have a high school cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher;
  • demonstrate leadership at school and/or in the community; and
  • will be enrolled in full-time undergraduate or graduate study at an accredited college, university, or vocational-technical school in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, or Australia for the entire academic year in which the Scholarship is awarded.

Essay OR Video. Share your vision for an existing non-fiction book that has the potential to become a timeless handbook for humanity. The task involves presenting a well-thought-out explanation as to why the chosen book holds this significant role.

You have the flexibility to express your ideas either through a written essay, limited to a maximum of 500 words, or through a video presentation on YouTube not exceeding 2 minutes in duration.”

The application requires more information. Complete requirements at the link above.

5. https://bold.org/scholarships/barbara-cain-literary-scholarship/      

$1,000 Barbara Cain Literary Scholarship, D: Sept 21, 2026

Open to high school seniors or undergraduate students who love books.

Selected criteria:

“Barbara was a beloved mother who devoted her life to her career as a librarian.

Being in the library surrounded by books was Barbara’s passion and she deeply loved the work she did. Barbara was dedicated to the library, making a difference in the lives of the young readers she encountered.

This scholarship aims to honor Barbara’s life by supporting students who love reading to encourage them to maintain their passion for books.

Any high school senior or undergraduate student who loves books may apply for this scholarship, but students who are looking to become librarians or volunteer in libraries are preferred.

To apply, tell us what you’ve learned from the books you’ve read and how they’ve shaped your goals. (400-600 words)”

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation

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$18,000 in Scholarships with July 31, 2026 Deadlines for STEM majors (undergraduate), Nursing majors (undergraduate or graduate), and Civil Engineering Majors (college senior or graduate level)

July 20, 2026
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Find below several scholarships I found. I also describe how I found each scholarship, methods that you could use to look for more scholarships.

1. https://www.labroots.com/scholarships/details/33

$1,000 Labroots Undergraduate Back-to-School Scholarship, D: July 31, 2026

This scholarship is open worldwide to undergraduate students in the STEM fields.

Selected criteria from website:

“This scholarship welcomes applicants enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program (BA, BS) to apply for funding to offset costs associated with academic pursuits in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field. 

Textbooks and materials for undergraduate STEM programs can often be expensive, especially if they need to be purchased new.

The Labroots Undergraduate Back to School scholarship will provide one incoming or current undergraduate student with $1000 to directly offset the costs of course textbooks and materials. The scholarship is merit-based and applicants should describe their qualifications in the application process.”

Labroots offers more scholarships throughout the year, so if you look at the Closed Scholarships, you can put them on a calendar for next year to apply for those: https://www.labroots.com/scholarships

Where I Found this Scholarship:

https://jlvcollegecounseling.com/scholarships/all-scholarships-2/

JLV College Counseling maintains a curated scholarship database. I often explore this database in searching for scholarships to share with students.

2. https://www.schenkfirm.com/scholarship/

$2,.000 Fighting the Nursing Shortage Scholarship, D: July 31, 2026

Selected criteria from website:

“You must be a student at least 18 years old at the age of enrollment, intending to pursue or pursuing a degree in nursing at either the undergraduate or graduate level.

  • Record a video thoughtfully answering the following question: What can the healthcare industry do to encourage more students to pursue nursing?
  • Upload your video as an unlisted YouTube video, then share a link with Schenk Nursing Home Abuse Law
  • Fill out the application form on this page before the scholarship deadline passes”

How I Found this Scholarship:

A student asked me to find scholarships to help finance their senior year in nursing, and this is one of the scholarships I discovered in my searches.

3. https://www.royjorgensen.com/scholarships/

$15,000 Roy E. Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship, D: July 31, 2026

This scholarship is open to U.S. citizens who are qualified undergraduate college seniors or graduate students enrolled at an accredited school of engineering in the United States.

The application is a PDF form, which can easily converted to Word for those who have the Word program.

The following answer comes from Google Gemini AI Overview, sourced from the Microsoft website: “To turn a PDF into a Word document, the easiest method is to open the PDF directly in Microsoft Word. Simply open Word, go to File > Open, select your PDF, and click OK when the conversion prompt appears. Word will automatically convert the file into an editable format.”

How I Found this Scholarship:

I used the following prompt using Google Gemini AI:

What scholarships with deadlines of July 31, 2026 have the largest dollar amount to help pay for the 2026-2027 academic year? Please list the 5 top scholarships.

You could use a variation of this, such as “What scholarships with deadlines in August 2026” or “upcoming deadlines in 2026.”

Have fun with this prompt and experiment with AI.

You could write “list the top 10 scholarships in ascending order” or “list the top 10 scholarships in ascending order with deadlines in August 2026 for English majors” or whatever major you are.

Or you could write something along the lines of “list the top 10 scholarships in ascending order for the rest of 2026 with the largest dollar amounts for students with a GPA of 2.4 or below or no GPA required”

Or you could write “list the top 10 scholarships with the highest dollar amounts in ascending order with deadlines in August 2026 for English majors.” Yes, you could, if you would. Try it on a train. Or a plane (but not while flying).

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Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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Thurgood Marshall Colleg Fund Scholarships Open: More than $25,000 in scholarships spread out over eleven scholarships!!!

July 8, 2026

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) administers several scholarships. Tennessee State University is designated as a TMCF member school. I tell students to check every two weeks to see if scholarships are open.

When I try to create links here to TMCF, they don’t work, so I will tell you what words to use in Google.

Type Open Scholarships TMCF and then click on the page, Open Scholarships.

You should check the above to see if there are any scholarships that apply to your major and your situation.

I will only feature about 4 scholarships, but there are 11 scholarships open now.

Only partial details below. You should check the website to see if there are any scholarships that apply to your major and your situation.

I will only feature about 4 scholarships, but there are 11 scholarships open now.

Only partial details below.

  1. https://tmcf.org/open-scholarships/2026-2027-tmcf-bridging-the-dream-scholarship-for-graduate-school-students/

Up to $10,000 TMCF | Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate School Students, D: July 17, 2026

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrolled full-time or part-time in a graduate level program during 2026-2027 academic year, able to demonstrate financial need, U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, “Able to demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community and online presence”

“Twenty (20) students enrolled at least part-time in an accredited graduate level program will be selected to receive a scholarship up to $10,000 for the 2026-2027 academic year.

All applicants must:

Create a two-minute video responding to the following:

What core principles or values do you believe are most essential to creating positive change in your community and future career field? How do you plan to embody them in both your educational pursuits and interactions with others?”

2. https://tmcf.org/open-scholarships/tmcf-sallie-mae-fund-completing-the-dream-gap-scholarship/

Up to $2,500 TMCF | Sallie Mae Completing the Dream Scholarship, D: Dec 1, 2026

Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, enrolled full-time or part-time, “undergraduate senior or graduate student who will complete their degree or program by the end of the spring 2027 semester (can be either fall 2026 or spring 2027)”

“Fifty (50) students completing a two-year, four-year or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship of $2,500 for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Selected students must be in good academic standing but at risk of not returning to or graduating/completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.”

All applicants must create a two-minute video responding to the following:

Tell us about your current financial situation. Why is it important that you receive this funding?”

3. . https://tmcf.org/open-scholarships/2026-2027-tmcf-keith-r-johnson-memorial-scholarship/

Up to $10,625 TMCF | Keith R. Johnson Memorial Scholarship, D: July 17, 2026

Current cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, full-time as an undergraduate student or at least part-time as a graduate/professional student at a TMCF member school during the 2026-2027 academic year, 2026-2027 FAFSA on file, demonstrate financial need.

“Open to U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551, and international students.”

Notice that this scholarship is open to international students.

“All applicants must create a two-minute video responding to the following:

What core principles or values do you believe are most essential to creating positive change in your community and future career field? How do you plan to embody them in both your educational pursuits and interactions with others?”

4. https://tmcf.org/open-scholarships/2026-2027-tmcf-ivy-beauty-scholarship/

Up to $4,100 TMCF | Ivy Beauty Scholarship. D: July 17, 2026

Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrolled full-time as an undergraduate at a TMCF member school in the 2026-2027 academic year, 2026-2027 FAFSA on file, demonstrate financial need, “U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551.”

“All applicants must create a two-minute video responding to the following:

What core principles or values do you believe are most essential to creating positive change in your community and future career field? How do you plan to embody them in both your educational pursuits and interactions with others?”

Remember, there are a total of eleven scholarships that may apply to you, so check them out.

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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$25,000 in Scholarships for Students in Health Fields and Other Sciences

June 24, 2026

The following scholarships below either directly deal with students entering health fields (MyOTC.com Scholarship for Health Access and Tylenol Future Care Scholarship) or more broadly (Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship).

There are about $25,000 in possibilities below.

1. https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/search/myotc-com-scholarship-for-health-access/

$5,000 MyOTC.com Scholarship for Health Access, D: June 30, 2026

Selected criteria from webpage:

“The MyOTC.com Scholarship for Health Access is a $5,000 scholarship from Chapter to support the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Open to high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students pursuing careers in medicine, nursing, public health, or related fields, this scholarship invites students to think critically about one of the most important challenges in healthcare today: access.

Selection Criteria

Scholarships360 will review applications and award this scholarship on the basis of:

  • Quality, clarity, and originality of the applicant’s essay response
  • Demonstrated academic effort and achievement, including but not limited to GPA (as evidenced by transcript or self-reported academic history)
  • Alignment of the applicant’s experiences, goals, and interests with the purpose of the scholarship

Finalists for this scholarship will be contacted for a brief interview.

Grade Level :High School Seniors, College & Graduate Students

Academic Interest: Oncology, Neurobiology, Science, Technology, and Society, Behavioral Science, Sports/Exercise Science, Psychology, Medicine, Healthcare, Audiology, Dental Health/Services, Optometry, Osteopathy, Pharmacy, Public Health, Health Administration, Therapy/Rehabilitation, Nursing

Citizenship Status: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, DACA

Essay Prompt

“What is one overlooked barrier to health and wellness in your community, and how would you help address it as a future healthcare professional?” (250 words maximum)

2. https://www.tun.com/scholarships/the-hyundai-women-in-stem-scholarship/

$10,000 Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026, five awarded

From webpage:

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) majors

“Eligible Recipients

High school seniors and college undergraduates who identify as female, reside in the United States, and wish to pursue a STEM-related field of education.

Essay Prompt: Top Talent Makes the Best Team

At Hyundai, we know the success of a company is only equal to the talent of its team. We seek those who persevere, ask, “Why not?” and dare to make a difference.

In 500 words or less, tell us how, as a woman in STEM, you’ll redefine convention by doing things differently, more efficiently. We want you to succeed—and hopefully even consider working with us one day.”

Note: If you are not sure how your major may have a connection with the topic above (for example, let’s say you are seeking a Bachelor of Science in Cardiorespiratory Care Science), then stretch your definition a bit.

You can make an appointment in the AARC Writing Center at TSU to help with brainstorming ideas and discuss a plan for your essay. You can write up something and have one of the writing consultants at the TSU Writing Center look it over (in person or online).

3. https://www.tylenol.com/tylenol-future-care-scholarship

$10,000 (10 awarded) and $5,000 (25 awarded) Tylenol Future Care Scholarship, D: July 13, 2026

Selected criteria from website:

“Applicants must meet all the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

  • Be a resident of the 50 United States, Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia.
  • Be a graduate student or be a college senior who will be enrolling in graduate school during the 2026-27 academic year.
  • Provide proof of enrollment to a graduate program in medical school, nursing, and/or pharmacy located in the 50 United States, Puerto Rico or the District of Columbia.
  • Have one or more years of school remaining.

Scholarships will be awarded to students and practitioners who are seeking a degree to actively treat patients.

4. https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarship-directory/academic-major/public-health

More Public Health Scholarships at Scholarships.com

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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Scholarship Sweepstakes and How to Avoid Scams: $40,000 in Possible Opportunities

May 22, 2026

As a continuation of Scholarship Summer, here are some scholarship giveaways that may fuel your dreams!

Scholarship Giveaways: An Experiment

Scholarship Contests

Here is one experiment. Some people say avoid scholarship giveaways or contests. And some people say apply because somebody has to win.

As long as scholarship contests or giveaways do not detract you from applying for scholarships such as the

TSU Foundation Scholarships (ongoing),

$3,000 There’s Space for Everybody Scholarship, D: May 31, 2026,

the $10,000 Aspire Higher Scholarships, D: June 10, 2026, or the

$8,000 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026,

then consider them.

All the scholarships with links above have been discussed in detail in previous blog posts; look at criteria to make sure you can apply for each scholarship before applying.

If you are going to enter scholarship giveaways or sweepstakes, here are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Avoid Scams

Contests should never charge anything, ask for your social security number, and never guarantee you awards.

https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/how-to-avoid-scholarship-scams

A good article to give you some steps to distinguish between legitimate scholarships and scams is found above, “How to Avoid Scholarship Scams” by Cole Claybourn, March 15, 2024.

Another good article to read is “How to Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams” found on the  Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s website: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-avoid-scholarship-and-financial-aid-scams

2. Use One Email Designated Strictly for Scholarship Contests or Sweepstakes to Avoid Spam if You Decide to Do So

I would suggest setting up one email for scholarships such as the $8,000 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship or those offered through websites like Bold.org https://bold.org/scholarships/  or Scholarships360.org.

Then, set up another separate email strictly for scholarship contests or giveaways.

This email strictly for scholarship contests may be spammed. Just expect it.

Make note on a Word document or Google doc of what giveaways you enter, cut and paste the link, the notification date (often found in the official rules), and any usernames and passwords you create for that website.

Be sure to check back close to the notification date. Also, check spam folders that may catch a notice if you win.

3. Scholarship Sweepstakes and Giveaways: A Few

Here are three:

A. https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/25k-no-essay-scholarship-202605/

$25,000 Niche No Essay Scholarship, D: May 31, 2026

Selected criteria from website:

“All high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Please note: Not everyone is eligible for this scholarship. Niche sponsored scholarships and sweepstakes are for people with US citizenship or a valid Visa/US passport only.

The $25,000 No Essay Scholarship is an easy scholarship with no essay required! Only one entry allowed per person. The winner will be determined by random drawing and then contacted directly . . . “

B. https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/search/10000-no-essay-scholarship/

$10,000 Scholarships360 No Essay Scholarship

Selected criteria from website:

“Eligibility Requirements: Open to all grade levels.

Application Requirements: No essay, no transcript. Applicants must create a free account on Scholarships360.”

C. https://www.discover.com/credit-cards/student-credit-card/scholarship/

$5,000 Discover Scholarship Sweepstakes, each month, final deadline: Aug 31, 2026

Selected criteria: “NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes open to residents of the 50 United States (DC) and the US Territories 18 years or older. See Official Rules at discover.com/scholarship for eligibility and entry requirements, entry deadlines and drawing dates, details including odds, list of eligible colleges and universities, prize descriptions and an alternate method of entry.”

And a fourth:

D. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships

$40,000 BigFuture Scholarships, first deadline: May 31, 2026

To explore if you are a high school junior or sophomore.

4. Scholarship Giveaways and Scholarships: An Experiment

I would like to run a controlled experiment. After reading the idea below, contact Mike Turner at mjturner@tnstate.edu if you are interested.

First, set up a separate email strictly for scholarship contests and sweepstakes. Write down the username and password (do not rely on memory).

Contact me, so we can run the experiment for 60 days or so. A small number of students will be involved.

Create a Google doc, which will include what giveaways you enter, scholarship links you cut and paste, and the notification date (often found in the official rules). You can provide a link to this document if you wish.

I will send you a curated list of scholarship giveaways and contests.

You can ask me about certain scholarship giveaways or contests to see if they are legitimate.

With a small group, we will share these finds.

Enter them, and pay attention to notification dates. Check your email and also the spam folder.

Keep track of your results and share them with me.

Another Find: SchoolHouse Connection Program, D: June 2, 2026

I often find interesting opportunities when I search for scholarships.

If you qualify, consider this opportunity.

https://schoolhouseconnection.org/program/scholarship

$2,500 and more SchoolHouse Connection Scholarship Program, D: June 2, 2026

“The SchoolHouse Connection scholarship is one of the nation’s only scholarship programs specifically for youth who have experienced homelessness.”

“You are eligible to apply for the SchoolHouse Connection Youth Leadership & Scholarship Program if you meet all of the following:

  • You currently reside in the United States. (Undocumented applicants are eligible.)
  • You were born on or after June 2, 2007.
  • You will be starting college for the first time in the 2027–2028 academic year at a four-year college or university, community college, or trade school. This includes:
    • High school juniors
    • High school seniors planning to take a gap year
    • Students earning a GED who plan to start college in 2027–2028
    • Note: this does not include dual-enrollment courses.
  • You have experienced homelessness within the last six years.

Our program begins working with students one year before they start college to provide intensive college readiness support.”

Plan for a Summer of Applying for Scholarship Money

The AARC Writing Center at Tennessee State University does not close for the summer.

You can plan to search for scholarships and apply for them all summer, helping you reach for a more money, less college debt future!

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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Over $12,000 in Scholarships to Create Writing Projects for Scholarship Summer

May 13, 2026

Where Writing can Lead to Scholarship Money

Since the TSU Writing Center is not closed during the summer, you can set up appointments with the TSU Writing Center consultants in person or online to help you brainstorm and/or review what you have written

Consider some of the following scholarships as writing projects that you can work on during your Scholarship Summer.

Over $12,000 in Scholarships to Create Writing Projects

Note: Notice that the $10,000 Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship and the $1,500 Fifth Month Scholarship do not require a GPA. Thus, your writing sample will be the deciding factor

1. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/fifth-month-scholarship

$1,500 Fifth Month Scholarship, D: May 31, 2026

“Applicants must:

Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must be a resident of one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. This award is for U.S. students.

Submit an online written response to the question:

“May is the fifth month of the year. Write a letter to the number five explaining why five is important. Be serious or be funny. Either way, here’s a high five to you for being original.” (250 words or less)”

2. https://www.tun.com/scholarships/the-hyundai-women-in-stem-scholarship/

$10,000 Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026, five awarded

From webpage:

High school seniors and college undergraduates who identify as female, reside in the United States, and wish to pursue a STEM-related field of education.

“Eligible Recipients

High school seniors and college undergraduates who identify as female, reside in the United States, and wish to pursue a STEM-related field of education.

Essay Prompt: Top Talent Makes the Best Team

At Hyundai, we know the success of a company is only equal to the talent of its team. We seek those who persevere, ask, “Why not?” and dare to make a difference.

In 500 words or less, tell us how, as a woman in STEM, you’ll redefine convention by doing things differently, more efficiently. We want you to succeed—and hopefully even consider working with us one day.”

3. https://www.parent-volunteer.org/building-bridges-scholarship

$1,000 Building Bridges Scholarship, D: Sept 30, 2026

From webpage:

“Applicants must:

  • Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.
  • Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student
  • Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system
  • Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.

Please write an essay of 150 words or fewer describing how you are involved in your community. You may describe any community of which you are a part including school, neighborhood, ethnic, or other.”

Plan for a Summer of Applying for Scholarship Money

The AARC Writing Center at Tennessee State University does not close for the summer.

You can plan to search for scholarships and apply for them all summer, helping you reach for a more money, less college debt future!

First, sign up for blog posts.

Sign Up for Blog Posts

To receive these posts with active links (including any PDF handouts), go to the Scholarship Tigers blog, scroll down on the right side of the page until you find Email subscription.

Enter your email address, and click the button that says, “Sign me up!”

You should get an email with a link to confirm your subscription. If you don’t see it in your inbox, look for the email in your junk or spam folder

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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Scholarship Summer: $5,000 Worth of Curated Scholarships and How to Find More using AI  

May 11, 2026

This summer, I will be curating and listing scholarships, so that you can apply for scholarships during May and the rest of the summer to help you achieve a more money less college debt Fall 2026 semester!

$5,000 Worth of Scholarships

1. https://www.extraspace.com/self-storage/scholarship/

$3,000 There’s Space for Everybody Scholarship, D: May 31, 2026; eight awarded

From website:

Students must be 16 years or older and a legal resident of the U.S.at time of application; students must be attending an accredited college or university in the U.S. and be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university for Fall 2026.

Complete the application and write an essay of “500 to 800 words in length, and answer the question: How have you exhibited a commitment to inclusion and strengthening your community through work, service, or other extra-curricular activities and how will your education help you continue this commitment during college and beyond?”

2. https://apexminecrafthosting.com/minecraft-scholarship/

$2,000 Minecraft Scholarship, D: July 31, 2026

From website:

Students must be a U.S. citizen, 3.0 or higher GPA, and currently enrolled in college or high school.

“Write a short essay of no less than 500 words about your opinion on how Minecraft can be a positive influence on education and career development. Fill out the information form below with your essay and appropriate information.”

How I Used AI to find Summer Scholarships

I used Google Gemini AI to find these scholarships. There were many more listed: I used the prompt “little known scholarships with deadlines after May 4, 2026” without the quotation marks.

Why don’t you try the same prompt using today’s date and find more scholarships with upcoming deadlines? And try other prompts too.

However, don’t use AI to help you write scholarship essays. Many scholarships forbid this in their official rules.

Plan for a Summer of Applying for Scholarship Money

The AARC Writing Center at Tennessee State University does not close for the summer.

You can plan to search for scholarships and apply for them all summer, helping you reach for a more money, less college debt future! First, sign up for blog posts.

Sign Up for Blog Posts

To receive these posts with active links (including any PDF handouts), go to the Scholarship Tigers blog, scroll down on the right side of the page until you find Email subscription.

Enter your email address, and click the button that says, “Sign me up!”

You should get an email with a link to confirm your subscription. If you don’t see it in your inbox, look for the email in your junk or spam folder.

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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$5,000 Worth of Scholarships for April and Beyond and Planning for a Scholarship Summer

April 28, 2026

Quick Scholarships Worth $4,000

At TSU, this is Final Exams week.

Here are a few quick scholarships. Take some time to apply for these fast and easy scholarships.

1. https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/ewaste-scholarship

$1,000 E-waste Scholarship, D: April 30, 2026

From webpage: “This scholarship helps you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste.

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. 

Deadline: April 30, 2026 to coincide with Earth Day.

140-character statement that completes this sentence: The most important reason to care about e-waste is…”

Other Digital Responsibility Scholarships: https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships

Recent Scholarship Winners: https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarship-winners

2. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/all-about-education-scholarship

$3,000 All About Education Scholarship, D: Apr 30, 2026

From webpage: “Applicants must:

This award is for U.S. students. Must be a legal U.S. resident. Must be 14 years of age or older at time of application. Must be a legal resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. Prompt:

How will a $3,000 scholarship for education make a difference in your life?” (250 words or less). Written or Video response.”

Other Unigo Scholarships: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

Five $1,000 BioSource Scholarships, open to All Majors, STEM Majors, and Students with Disabilities  

https://www.mybiosource.com/scholarship

Twelve $1,000 MyBioSource Scholarships, D: June 30, 2026

Apply for one of the following scholarships:

$1,000 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) major Scholarship

$1,000 All Majors Scholarship

$1,000 Students with Disabilities Scholarship

Some general guidelines for the above scholarships

  • High School Seniors, Undergraduates, Graduates as well as international students can apply
  • Candidate must be enrolled as a freshman, undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university for the 2026 Fall semester
  • Complete the application along with a 250 word response on why you have chosen your intended college major and why you should receive the scholarship”

Plan for a Summer of Scholarship Money Applying

The AARC Writing Center at Tennessee State University does not close for the summer.

You can plan to search for scholarships and apply for them all summer, helping you reach for a more money, less college debt future!

First, sign up for blog posts.

Sign Up for Blog Posts

To receive these posts with active links (including any PDF handouts), go to the Scholarship Tigers blog, scroll down on the right side of the page until you find Email subscription.

Enter your email address, and click the button that says, “Sign me up!”

You should get an email with a link to confirm your subscription. If you don’t see it in your inbox, look for the email in your junk or spam folder.

Online and In-Person Writing Center Appointments Available

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation.

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More than $100,000 in Opportunities!!!!!

April 17, 2026

Thurgood Marshall College Fund Has Over $15,000 in Opportunities:

Deadline is next Friday, April 24, 2026

The semester at Tennessee State University is entering its last week of classes next week, and it’s understandable to be focused on class work and finishing up assignments.

However, if you have a 2.7 GPA or higher, check out the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships.

There are over fifteen scholarship opportunities, and if you qualify, you can earn up to $15,000 in one scholarship!

If you are a current college student attending TSU, another TMCF college, or an HBCU, check out the scholarships!

If you are a high school senior who will be an undergraduate freshman in Fall 2026, then check out the scholarships!

15 Open Scholarships at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)

For some reason, the link won’t work when I try to post it, so google: TMCF Open Scholarships

Some scholarships you may want to check out are

Up to $15,000 TMCF/McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship, D: Apr 24, 2026; GPA of 2.7 or higher, U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident (essay question up to 100 words)

Up to $1,500 TMCF/Enterprise Access HBCC Scholarship, D: Apr 24, 2026; GPA of 2.75 or higher (two-minute video)

Up to $10,000 TMCF/Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors, D: Apr 24, 2026; GPA of 2.75 or higher, Pell-Grant eligible.Up to $6,375 for the 2026-2027 academic year, for a total of up to $19,125 over three years (sophomore, junior, senior); be a full-time enrolled student as an undergraduate student at any HBCU during the 2026-2027 academic year

TMCF/Alper Skyland Scholarship, D: Apr 24, 2026; Open to the following majors: History, English, Mathematics, Chemistry; GPA of 2.7 or higher (two-minute video)

More Scholarships

The following scholarships I found using the prompt into Google: high scholarship amounts due in May 2026 that pay for 2026-2027 year

I will only post two scholarships, but if you use the search terms above, you will find more opportunities.

1. https://fosterlove.com/family-fellowship-scholarship/

$60,000 (up to $12,000 a year) Foster Love Family Fellowship Scholarship, D: May 1, 2026

Details: Supports students with a background in foster care or related experiences.

Eligibility Criteria

“Applicants for the Family Fellowship Must:

  • Be 18-24 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Be accepted to an accredited public or nonprofit college or university.
  • Plan to be enrolled full-time.
  • Be pursuing an undergraduate education Bachelor’s degree.
  • Hold U.S. citizenship.

They must also have experienced the foster care system under at least one of the following circumstances:

  • Lived in public or private foster care for at least 12 consecutive months up to and including your 18th birthday.
  • Adopted or placed in legal guardianship from foster care after age 13.
  • Orphaned for at least one year at the time of your 18th birthday.”

2. https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/news/press-releases/applications-open-for-our-freedom-and-prosperity-academic-grants/

Freedom and Prosperity Academic Grants, up to $25,000 per quarter, for a total of $100,000, administered by Acton Institute and the Atlantic Council, Due May 1, 2026

I’m not sure if this qualifies as a scholarship, but it looks very interesting, and you might want to explore this opportunity.

$2,000 Scholarship for Criminal Justice or Forensic Science Majors, D: July 31, 2026

https://bold.org/scholarships/fallen-freaks-scholarship/

$2,000 Fallen “Freaks” Scholarship, three awarded, D: July 31, 2026

For high school, undergraduate, or graduate students who are criminal justice or forensic science majors.

To apply, submit a video telling why you are “passionate about your chosen field and why a career in this field excites you.”

I found this by googling scholarships for criminal justice majors.

It’s a good idea to explore previous April 2026 blog entries at the Scholarship Tigers blog, https://scholarshiptigers.com/ , where you can read about the Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship (D: April 30, 2026), the TSU Foundation Scholarships, and the $10,000 Women in STEM Hyundai Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026; five awarded, among many others.

Sign Up for Blog Posts

To receive these posts with active links (including any PDF handouts), go to the Scholarship Tigers blog, scroll down on the right side of the page until you find Email subscription.

Enter your email address, and click the button that says, “Sign me up!”

You should get an email with a link to confirm your subscription.

If you don’t see it in your inbox, look for the email in your junk or spam folder.

Where to Find Writing Help and Scholarship Coaching

at the AARC Writing Center at TSU

The AARC Writing Center at TSU assists students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

Appointments can be in person or online.

We can help you with scholarship essays, resumes, applications, or any other writing project.

We are temporarily located in the Brown-Daniel Library, room 229, 2nd floor, near the elevator, from 8:00 am-4:30 pm, M-Th, 8:00 am-4:00 pm F.

Our contact information (EAB links, email addresses, and phone numbers) can be found here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Writing Center coordinator; Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Writing Consultant; Ms. Lori Danley, Writing Consultant; and Mr. Mike Turner, Writing Consultant

You can also set up a scholarship coaching session (either online or in person) with Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, where we look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation

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