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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.

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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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April brings Scholarship Showers—More Than $20,000 in Scholarship Possibilities

April 10, 2026

April is a busy month for scholarships, and April is also the last month of the semester.

Consider breaking down scholarship applications into bite size pieces, such as 5-, 10-, or 25- minute tasks.

Or if you find yourself working better by time-boxing, set aside sessions of 1 1/2 -3 hours to focus on a scholarship and working on the steps necessary to finish the tasks.

Here are several scholarships that TSU students and potential students should consider.

Tennessee State University Foundation Scholarship are Open!!!

https://tnstate.academicworks.com/opportunities

TSU Foundation Scholarships

The Tennessee State University Foundation Scholarships are open, and only TSU students (and in some cases, those soon to be) can apply for Foundation scholarships.  

For an overview of the different TSU scholarships, click the link above.

Once you have reviewed some of the scholarship opportunities, you can use your TSU username and password to complete the General Application:  https://tnstate.academicworks.com/users/sign_in

As you complete the General Application, save as you go along. Don’t worry if you don’t finish. You can come back to finish later.

Also, once you have completed the General Application, you will see what scholarships you might be qualified for, but some of the scholarships may require additional information, such as 250 word statement of your goals or confirmation of where you live.

How to Make Your TSU University Foundation Application Stand Out         

  • Scholarship funding is limited, so you want your scholarship application to stand out and highlight what makes you unique and different.
  • Often students just list brief information in what they do. This will severely put you at a disadvantage to those students who go into more detail.
  • Think of what you are doing now and what you did in high school and make a list. You will remember things as you go along, and you can add these to your application.
  • Identify positions (volunteer, president, co-founder, vice-president, founder, etc.)
  • Identify organizations, including briefly what the organization does or is
  • Identify responsibilities or activities you did for that organization and go into brief but “telling” detail
  • If you held responsibilities that called upon leadership skills, highlight them.
  • You want to make sure your grammar and punctuation are consistent and correct.
  • You can save and go back to your application, as necessary.
  • Once you submit your application, you can then start applying to separate scholarships for which you are qualified. Some of these require answering questions to make sure you are qualified for that particular scholarship or writing a brief essay.

Qualifying for a TSU Foundation scholarship does not guarantee you will receive the scholarship.

Qualifying for a TSU Foundation scholarship does not guarantee you will receive the scholarship.

Several TSU students have set up multiple appointments with writing consultants in the TSU Writing Center to review their applications as they build them, and some have successfully received scholarships from the TSU Foundation.

Up to $5,000 Frame Your Future Scholarship, Deadline: April 15!!!!

Have fun with this scholarship and create a poem, a piece of artwork, a video, an essay, something that creatively shows what you hope to achieve in your life after college.

https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/scholarship

$5,000 (one awarded); $2,000 (two awarded); $1,000 (one awarded) Frame Your Future Scholarship, D: Apr 15, 2026

“Submit an original entry—your own artwork, photo, essay, or video—depicting what YOU hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college”

Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarships Open in April!!!

NEW SCHOLARSHIP

Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarships, open Apr 1, deadline Apr 30, 2026

All high school seniors, students with GED diplomas, undergraduate (2yr or 4yr) college students, and students at vocational or trade schools who meet the requirements below are eligible.

GPA: 2.0 or higher

“Requirements:

  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident
  • 25 years old or younger
  • Minimum 2.0 GPA – First-time scholarship recipients generally have GPAs between 2.0 and 3.0 (students with GPAs above this range are still encouraged to apply)
  • Demonstrated Financial Need – On average, selected applicants have an annual household adjusted gross income (AGI) of $75,000 or less
  • Students pursuing their first undergraduate degree at an accredited, degree-granting institution

. . . we take many factors into consideration when determining your candidacy for the scholarship. Leadership, community service, socio-economic factors, the quality of your essay and other strengths are all taken into account in the decision making process.

Our typical scholarship recipients demonstrate resilience in the face of hardship, give back to their communities, and have GPAs between 2.0 and 3.0. Students with GPAs above this range are still encouraged to apply.”

TMCF Scholarships, some that are worth up to $15,000, have Deadlines In April!!!

I can’t link to the open scholarships offered by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, so just google TMCF open scholarships.

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

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

Up to $1,500 TMCF/Enterprise Access HBCC Scholarship, D: Apr 24, 2026; GPA of 2.75 or higher

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

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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

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.

Find more scholarships to fund a more money, less college debt education at https://scholarshiptigers.com/

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More than $70,000 in Scholarships for a Less Debt, More Money Future

April 3, 2026

Scholarships to Help Pay for a Less Debt, More Money Future

Please click on the links below for more detailed information about each scholarship and other opportunities.

1. https://tnstate.academicworks.com/opportunities

TSU Foundation Scholarships are open.

Some of these scholarships are due by April 10, 2026, so check on these scholarships sooner rather than later.

2. https://bold.org/scholarships/robert-f-lawson-fund-for-careers-that-care/

$1,000 Robert F. Lawson Fund for Careers that Care, D: Apr 15, 2026

High School senior or undergraduate student, low-income, fields of interest: healthcare, social work, government, education or a related field

More scholarships offered at Bold: https://bold.org/scholarships/

3. https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/scholarship

$5,000 (one awarded); $2,000 (two awarded); $1,000 (one awarded) Frame Your Future Scholarship, D: Apr 15, 2026

“Submit an original entry—your own artwork, photo, essay, or video—depicting what YOU hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college”

4. https://tmcf.org/scholarships/open-scholarships/

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

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

Up to $1,500 TMCF/Enterprise Access HBCC Scholarship, D: Apr 24, 2026; GPA of 2.75 or higher

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

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

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

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/unigo-10k-scholarship

$10,000 Unigo $10K Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2026

More Unigo scholarships: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

6. https://www.parent-volunteer.org/a-a-altruism-all-good-deeds-scholarship

$1,000 Altruism + All Good Deeds Scholarship, D: May 31, 2026

High school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student. 2.5 or above GPA. Enrolled now or in the future as part-time or full-time in college.

Other National Parent Volunteer Association Scholarships: https://www.parent-volunteer.org/scholarships

7. https://www.endcyberbullying.net/scholarship-mental-health

$1,000 Delete Cyberbullying Mental Health Awareness Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026

Other End Cyberbullying Scholarships: https://www.endcyberbullying.net/scholarship

8. https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/digital-privacy-scholarship

$1,000 Digital Privacy Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026

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

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

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

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.

10. https://couragetogrowscholarship.com/

$1,000 Courage to Grow Scholarship, D: June 30, 2026

Applicants must be current high school juniors, seniors, or college students with a minimum GPA of 2.5. U.S. citizenship is required. Answer the scholarship question of why you deserve this scholarship in 250 words or less.

11. https://www.aspirehigherscholarships.com/

Up to $10,000 Aspire Higher Scholarships, opens Mar 13, 2026, closes June 10, 2026

Selected criteria from webpage:

3 Undergraduate Scholar Awards—for students pursuing undergraduate or vocational/technical degrees

3 Graduate Scholar Awards—for students pursuing graduate degrees

You may only apply within one category. Students pursuing technical/vocational degrees or certificates may be eligible.

The Ortho Dermatologics ASPIRE HIGHER Scholarship Program recognizes persons in the United States who have been diagnosed with and treated for a dermatologic condition (such as acne, rosacea, eczema, atopic dermatitis, or actinic keratosis) who are pursuing higher education.”

Click on the link above for more information.


Find more scholarships at the Scholarship Tigers blog: https://scholarshiptigers.com/

AARC Writing Center at Tennessee State University

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

We are temporarily located for Spring 2026 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

If you want to reach out to me personally, Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, for help, or to look for scholarships and other money tailored to your major and your situation (called a scholarship coaching session), feel free to do so.

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Scholarship Tigers—International Edition: $10,000 in Possibilities

March 19, 2026

There are a few scholarship opportunities for international students attending Tennessee State University (or those wishing to attend TSU in the future).

1. The following scholarship was brought to my attention by a student in my Engl 1011 class.

https://www.imglobal.com/student-journey-scholarship

$5,000 I am Global Scholarship, D: Mar 31, 2026

For international students “who are either planning to study in the United States or are currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university at the undergraduate or graduate level.

To apply, write a 500-word essay or record a 3-minute video answering the following prompt:

Describe your background and the journey that led you to pursue higher education in the United States. How will your education in the United States help you achieve your personal and professional goals?”

2. https://bold.org/scholarships/maggies-way-international-womans-scholarship/

$5,000 Maggie’s Way-International Woman’s Scholarship, D: Dec 30, 2026

Open to a female high school or undergraduate student who is an international student in the United States

From webpage:

“Malgorzata “Maggie” Kwiecien was a brilliant engineer from Poland who was a rising star in FM Global before passing away at the age of 43 after a 3-year battle with stomach cancer.

Maggie moved to the U.S. on her own and with no support system in 2015 and was known for her determination and bravery. Maggie was never afraid of physical challenges and was a skilled ski instructor, mountain climber, cyclist, traveler, runner, and diver, among other things.

Maggie was intellectually bold, too, and was always up for a debate. She was also devoted to education and knowledge and was determined to become an expert on whatever she set her mind to.

This scholarship aims to honor Maggie’s life by supporting female students who have moved to the U.S. for their education.

Any female, international high school or undergraduate student in the United States may apply for this scholarship, but students pursuing STEM are preferred.

To apply, tell us how you relate to the challenges Maggie faced and in which ways you are like her.

Essay Topic: How can you relate to Malgorzata’s challenges and in which ways are you like her? (400–600 words)

3. https://bold.org/scholarships/by-type/international-students-scholarships/

More scholarships open to international students administered by Bold.org

4. https://www.johnlockeinstitute.com/essay-competition

John Locke Institute Essay Competition, D: Mar 31, 2026 (deadline to register for the competition before you are allowed to enter)

Open to all students from any country under the age of 19

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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Scholarships for Engineering/STEM majors: More than $26,000 in Scholarships

February 24, 2026

Scholarships for Engineering/STEM majors: More than $26,000 in Scholarships

1. https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/ibtta/

$5,000 undergraduate and graduate International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA)scholarships, D: Apr 20, 2026

Selected criteria from webpage:

Open to undergraduate and graduate scholarships who are studying in transportation-related programs (such as civil engineering, city and regional planning, construction management, marketing, business management, accounting, structural engineering, and many more [click on the link above to see other qualifying degrees].

Current undergraduate college students who have completed at least two full semesters of undergraduate coursework at the time of application (24 credit minimum), or graduate students.

Maintaining a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).

Applicants are also required to submit an essay introducing themselves and addressing the following question: “What transportation challenges do you believe we face over the next decade and how can user-funded transportation systems help address them? How do you see yourself contributing to the future of transportation?” In your response, be sure to reference any transportation-related work history that will help us in our evaluation of your application.”

2. https://bold.org/scholarships/anderson-engineering-scholarship/

$11,000 Anderson Engineering Scholarship, D: May 10, 2026, thirteen winners

Selected criteria from webpage:

Open to undergraduate students who are BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and majoring in Engineering.

“This scholarship seeks to support students of color who are pursuing their dream careers in engineering despite the challenges they face.

Any BIPOC undergraduate student who is pursuing engineering may apply for this scholarship opportunity, but applicants who are enrolled in co-op engineering program are preferred

To apply, tell us why you’re pursuing engineering, what hands-on experience you have, and if your experience has been part of your co-op engineering program. Please also share a 1-minute video introducing yourself.”

3. https://www.genetex.com/Article/resource/Index/Scholarship

$2,000 GeneTex Scholarship, D: July 13, 2026 for Fall 2026 semester

Selected criteria from webpage:

For “students pursuing a STEM undergraduate or graduate degree. Student in good standing and enrolled at an accredited college or university. Open to international students.

What majors or programs qualify? The National Science Foundation defines STEM majors as life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences, computer sciences and mathematics.

Part of the application is to ‘write a personal statement of 500 words or less on what made you want to pursue a STEM major.’”

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

$10,000 Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship, five recipients, most likely opens in Mar or Apr 2026, deadline around June 30, 2026

A 500+ word essay on a tech project or initiative question, open to high school seniors and college undergraduates who are female or identify as female, reside in the U.S., and wish to pursue a STEM-related field of education.

The above link takes you to the 2025 question, so you can get an idea of what type of questions are asked.

Here’s an idea for a plan: make weekly appointments in the TSU Writing Center, working on strengthening your writing skills. When the question becomes available, work through several drafts with the writing consultants at TSU reviewing and offering suggestions (I would suggest not focusing on just one writing consultant but using several).

To find more scholarships, check out the Scholarship Tigers blog: https://scholarshiptigers.com/

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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Art and Creative Scholarships: More than $30,000 in Possibilities

February 18, 2026

These art and creativity scholarships don’t require high GPAs, only creativity and willingness to create.

If you need help with the words, come visit us in the TSU Writing Center.

1. https://bold.org/scholarships/isaac-yunhu-lee-memorial-arts-scholarship/

$25,250 Isaac Yunhu Lee Memorial Arts Scholarship, D: Apr 8, 2026

From webpage:

“Education Level: High school junior or senior, undergraduate

Background: Low-income

Major: Arts

Abstract artist Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” Being an artist can take on many different forms, and humans are unique in their ability to create original ideas and art that contributes something to the world. The Isaac Lee Memorial Arts Scholarship looks to provide funding to a student taking the next step in their artistic journey by going to art school. 

Low-income students in their junior and senior years of high school or in undergraduate school are eligible to apply if they are planning to attend or are currently attending art school. To apply, please write about a favorite piece of art you’ve created and what inspired its creation.

Please attach an image of a favorite piece of art you’ve created and write about what inspired its creation. (400-600 words)”

2. https://www.diplomaframe.com/contests/scholarship

$5,000 (one awarded); $2,000 (two awarded); $1,000 (one awarded) Fame Your Future Scholarship, D: Apr 15, 2026

“Submit an original entry—your own artwork, photo, essay, or video—depicting what YOU hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college.

To participate in Church Hill Classics’ 2026 Frame My Future Scholarship Contest, you must:

  • Intend to enroll as a full-time student at a U.S. college or university in the 2026-2027academic year.
  • Be a legal resident of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, including APO/FPO addresses (excluding Puerto Rico and other U.S. Territories).”

To find more scholarships, check out the Scholarship Tigers blog: https://scholarshiptigers.com/

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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Scholarships for 2026: More than $25,000 in Possibilities

January 2, 2026

1. https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

$25,000; $10,000, and $5,000 Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship, D: Jan 6, 2026 by 5 pm Pacific, 6 pm Mountain, 7 pm Central, 8 pm Eastern

Video or short essay, no GPA requirement, ages 16-26 as of deadline (Jan 6, 2026; 5:00 Pacific Time), legal resident of the 50 U.S. States or and the District of Columbia (“D.C.”) located within the United States or D.C., or the dependent child of an active-duty member of the U.S. military

Note: I met a student last semester attending TSU who had received the Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship. It can be done! Apply even if you have doubts.

2. https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship

$1,000 Technology Addiction Scholarship, D: Jan 30, 2026

From webpage: “This scholarship helps you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.

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.”

3. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

$1,500 I Have a Dream Scholarship, D: Jan 31, 2026

$5,000 Education Matters Scholarship, D: Nov 30, 2026

$10,000 Unigo 10K Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

Eligibility: “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.”

4. https://scholarshiptigers.com/2025/12/18/scholarships-and-money-from-community-foundations-untapped-resources/

Scholarships and Money from Community Foundations, deadlines often in Jan, Feb, or Mar 2026

5. https://couragetogrowscholarship.com/

$1,000 Courage to Grow Scholarship, D: Mar 31, 2026

“Eligibility: You must be a junior or senior in high school or college student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better. U.S. citizens only please”

Answer the scholarship question of why you deserve this scholarship in 250 words or less.

More Scholarships

The following scholarships listed are without write ups, but I wanted you to have an opportunity to apply if you qualify.

https://www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships/

Mensa Scholarships, D: Jan 15, 2026

https://www.rockland.com/joy-cappel-scholarship/

$2,500 Joy Cappel Life Sciences Scholarship, D: Jan 20, 2026

“Caretakers on the Climb” Scholarship for Nursing Students

$1,000 “Caretakers on the Climb” Scholarship for Nursing, D: Jan 31, 2026

More Places to Find Scholarships

https://bold.org/scholarships/

Scholarships

Google Thurgood Marshall College scholarships

Google Scholarship America scholarship database

Finding Help with Your Writing or Finding Scholarships at TSU

The AARC Writing Center at TSU is returning Jan 5, 2026, so the best way to reach out to us is by email and phone.

We assist students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

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

Any of our writing consultants can assist you: Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu; Ms. Rhonda Kavan, rkavan@tnstate.edu; Ms. Lori Danley, ldanley@tnstate.edu; and Dr. Shiloh Carroll, scarrol4@tnstate.edu.

Appointments can be online or in person.

Find our phone numbers here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

If one person doesn’t get back to you within a day or two or if you are having problems, feel free to email Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu.

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

Since this post will also go out for those signed up to receive posts as they are published, find more scholarships at https://scholarshiptigers.com/
 

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An Easy $1,000 Scholarship, Plus $33,600 in Scholarship Possibilities, and More Places to Find More

December 11, 2025

Digital Responsibility Scholarships, One worth $1,000, D: Jan 30, 2026

Some scholarships are not difficult. This one requires some thought, but only 140 characters to describe something you would rather be doing than spending time with technology.

https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship

$1,000 Technology Addiction Scholarship, D: Jan 30, 2026

From webpage:

“This scholarship helps you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.

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. 

Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media—and this doesn’t include computer use for schoolwork—according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time. 

Personal Statement

140-character statement that completes this sentence: Instead of spending time with technology, I’d rather…”

https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships

Other Digital Responsibility Scholarships in 2026: Three $1,000 scholarships are available.

https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarship-winners

Recent scholarship winners—see what scholarship winners wrote in the past for these scholarships.

Other Scholarships: $33,600 in Possibilities

Some of these scholarships I have listed before, and some I have not. Since I don’t have time to write them up, I want to give you a chance to explore and apply if you qualify.

1. https://bold.org/scholarships/bright-lights-scholarship/

$600 Bright Lights Scholarship, D: Dec 12, 2025

Education Level: High school or undergraduate student

Identity: Underrepresented minority and/or first-generation college student

Essay Topic: What are your plans for the future and how will this scholarship help you? (400–600 words)

2. https://www.regions.com/about-regions/inclusion-belonging-impact/supporting-communities/essay-contest-scholarship

$8,000 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

Video or essay, see other guidelines for participation

3. https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

$25,000; $10,000, and $5,000 Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship, D: Jan 6, 2026

Video or short essay, no GPA requirement, ages 16-26 as of deadline (Jan 6, 2026; 5:00 Pacific Time), legal resident of the 50 U.S. States or and the District of Columbia (“D.C.”) located within the United States or D.C., or the dependent child of an active-duty member of the U.S. military

More Places to Find Scholarships

https://bold.org/scholarships/

Scholarships

I tried to create hyperlinks for two other databases: it didn’t work.

Go to your favorite search engine and try these terms

Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships

Scholarship America Scholarship Database

Finding Help with Your Writing or Finding Scholarships at TSU

The AARC Writing Center at TSU is between semesters, so the best way to reach out to us is by email and phone.

We assist students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

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

Any of our writing consultants can assist you: Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu; Ms. Rhonda Kavan, rkavan@tnstate.edu; Ms. Lori Danley, ldanley@tnstate.edu; and Dr. Shiloh Carroll (scarrol4@tnstate.edu.

Appointments can be online or in person.

Find our phone numbers here: https://www.tnstate.edu/asc/writing.aspx

If one person doesn’t get back to you within a day or two or if you are having problems, feel free to email Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu.

Some of us will be available up until Tuesday, December 23, when the university closes until it opens again on January 2, 2026.

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

Since this post will also go out for those signed up to receive posts as they are published, find more scholarships at https://scholarshiptigers.com/

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Upcoming Scholarships Worth More than $100,000

October 23, 2025

I find many more scholarships than I get to post.

Some of these scholarships I posted earlier in more detail. Some of these scholarships will be posted again in the future with more detail.

However, instead of missing out on these opportunities, you can go explore these on your own and see if they pertain to you.

The scholarships are not listed in any order.

Upcoming Scholarships Worth More than $100,000

1. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

$2,000 Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship, D: Oct 31, 2025

$5,000 Education Matters Scholarship, D: Nov 30, 2025

$10,000 Unigo 10K Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

$1,500 Top Ten List Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

Eligibility: “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.”

2. https://www.parent-volunteer.org/scholarships

$1,000; Several National Parent Volunteer Association scholarships, Deadlines Vary, includes the $1,000 Aaliyah Lee Scholarship, D: Nov 30, 2025

Eligibility: 2.5 or higher GPA; high school junior or senior, undergraduate or graduate student; full-time or part-time.

3. https://couragetogrowscholarship.com/

$1,000 Courage to Grow Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

“Eligibility: You must be a junior or senior in high school or college student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better. U.S. citizens only please”

Answer the scholarship question of why you deserve this scholarship in 250 words or less.

4. https://www.regions.com/about-regions/inclusion-belonging-impact/supporting-communities/essay-contest-scholarship

$8,000 Regions Riding Forward Scholarship, D: Dec 31, 2025

Video or essay, see other guidelines for participation

5. https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

$25,000; $10,000, and $5,000 Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship, D: Jan 6, 2026

Video or short essay, no GPA requirement, ages 16-26 as of deadline (Jan 6, 2026; 5:00 Pacific Time), legal resident of the 50 U.S. States or

6. https://bold.org/scholarships/nextgen-therapist/

$10,000 Therapist Impact Fund: NextGen Scholarship, Deadline: Dec 9, 2025; Winners announced Jan 9, 2026, open to psychology and social work majors

7. https://tmcf.org/scholarships/open-scholarships/

Open Scholarships for the 2025-2026 (Emergency scholarships to help pay for the 2026 semester) and the 2026-2027 School Year from the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

8. https://tmcf.org/open-scholarships/2026-2027-tmcf-mcdonalds-black-and-positively-golden-scholarship/

2026-2027 TMCF / McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden Scholarship, D: Apr 25, 2026

9. https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/dreamaward/

$10,000 Scholarship America Dream Award, opens Oct 27, 2025; closes Dec 9, 2025

10. https://www.scarlettfoundation.org/students/

$2,500 with a maximum of $30,000 per academic year; Scarlett Family Foundation Scholarship, D: Dec 15, 2025

Graduated from a Middle Tennessee high school or be homeschooled in the area, pursuing a Business, Education (including teacher certification at the bachelor’s level), and STEM degree, GPA of 2.5 or higher

11. https://www.boomandbucket.com/blog/scholarship

$1,000 Boom & Bucket Student Scholarship Program, D: Mar 31, 2026

Description: “Students can apply by submitting either: A 500+ word essay OR

A 2-minute video.  Your submission should introduce who you are and share what excites you about the heavy equipment industry. Show us your passion and why you’re pursuing this field!”

Possibly open to such majors that deal with civil engineering, automotive technology, construction management, diesel technology, or heavy equipment operation.

Other Places to Find Scholarships

https://bold.org/scholarships/

Scholarships

The above website are places where you can find more scholarships.

The AARC Writing Center at TSU is temporarily located in the TSU Library, 2nd floor, room 229, near the elevator. We hope to be moving back to our original location in Spring 2026, the 3rd floor of the Student Success Center.

We assist students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

If you are a TSU student, faculty member, or staff, log into EAB-Navigate and make an appointment to see any of our writing consultants (in person or online) [Ms. Lori Danley, Ms. Rhonda Kavan, Dr. Shiloh Carroll, Mr. Mike Turner] with help with scholarship essays or any other writing project.

If you are having problems, feel free to email Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu

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

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Spooky Scholarships–$3,000 to Help You in Case of a Zombie Apocalypse

October 17, 2025

‘Tis the season to be spooky!

And there are several scholarships to get you into the Halloween spirit.

1. https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship

$2,000 Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship, D: Oct 31, 2025

Video or Essay

Prompt: “Imagine that your high school or college has been overrun with zombies. Your math professor, the cafeteria ladies, and even your best friend have all joined the walking dead. Flesh out a plan to avoid the zombies, including where you’d hide and the top-five things you’d bring to stay alive.” (250 words or less)

Applicants 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.”

2. https://www.collegexpress.com/reg/signup

$2,000 Brains or Bust Sweepstakes sponsored by Collegexpress, D: Oct 31, 2025

You must sign up for a free account on Collegexpress and answer the short question, “Do you think you would survive a zombie apocalypse?”

You must be 13 or older and legal resident of the 50 United States or D.C.

Winner selected by random drawing.

I would recommend signing up for this contest with an email you use strictly for scholarships (not your school email address).

How to Get Help In Your Scholarship Pursuits from the TSU Writing Center

The AARC Writing Center at TSU is temporarily located in the TSU Library, 2nd floor, room 229, near the elevator. We hope to be moving back to our original location in Spring 2026, the 3rd floor of the Student Success Center.

We assist students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Tennessee State University.

If you are a TSU student, faculty member, or staff, log into EAB-Navigate and make an appointment to see any of our writing consultants (in person or online) with help with scholarship essays or any other writing project.

If you are having problems, feel free to email Mr. Mike Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu

If you are alumni at Tennessee State University, email Mr. Turner, mjturner@tnstate.edu, and we can see what we can set up.

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