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2025-2026 Scholarships

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  • Delta Community Credit Union HBCU Scholarship: Visit V-103's website to submit a 250 word nomination for a deserving student that attends, or plans to attend, one of the nation's HBCUs telling us why the student deserves or needs this scholarship. You may also nominate yourself! Submissions must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 31, 2025.

    • Ron Brown Scholar Program: GPS is a FREE program designed to Help College-Bound African American Students Navigate the Admissions Process!

  • Scholarship Databases

    student scholarships - A scholarship database. 

    GOING MERRY: A scholarship database. 

    Armstrong Scholarship

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
    • AWARD: ALL SCHOLARSHIPS OF $500 OR MORE WILL BE SPLIT INTO TWO SEMESTERS
    • CONTACT: 800.633.2349 | 912.344.2576 ADMISSIONS@GEORGIASOUTHERN.EDU

    Georgia Southern University has an array of scholarships for many majors, degrees, and class levels. The Department of Financial Aid also maintains a current listing of scholarships from outside the university. Please note that if verification of enrollment is needed, this is done by the Registrar’s Office. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain this verification.

    Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship Program

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COLLEGE STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
    • AWARD: $5000 A YEAR - RENEWABLE FOR 3 YEARS
    • CONTACT: MS. ERIN THOMPSON PODVIN IN THE DIVISION OF ACADEMIC ENHANCEMENT VIA EMAIL AT ETHOM@UGA.EDU OR CALL (706) 542-4872.

    The Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship supports academically outstanding students who are the first in their families to attend college and demonstrate a financial need. The scholarship, which provides $5,000 per year in addition to the HOPE Scholarship, is renewable for an additional three years if the recipients maintain certain academic standards. The Coca-Cola Foundation has funded the scholarship to 139 University of Georgia students since 2007.

    David and Tracy Harrison First Generation Scholarship Fund

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: COLUMBUS STATE
    • AWARD: $1,000
    • CONTACT: (614) 287-5353 INFORMATION@CSCC.EDU

    Scholarships are a form of aid that assists students with paying for their education. Scholarships do not have to be repaid. Generally, scholarships are awarded to students with special qualifications, such as academic talent or financial need. Scholarships may be set up to support a specific type of work like community service or support an under-represented group of students.
    Columbus State Community College offers a variety of scholarship opportunities for students. Scholarships are available to recent high school graduates, new students, current students and returning students. Columbus State Community College students also receive a wide variety of scholarships from external donors and outside resources.

    First Generation Scholarship Fund

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY
    • AWARD: $1,000
    • CONTACT: (614) 287-5353 INFORMATION@CSCC.EDU

    By submitting the application you will be considered for each of the following scholarships (the number of each award varies every semester):

    • First Generation Scholarship Fund ($1,000)
    • Radigan/Alaimo Scholarship Fund ($1,000)
    • Awards must be used for tuition and fees.

     

    First-Start Scholars Program (UGA School of Law)

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA

    “The First-Start Scholars Program, created by a lead gift from 1982 alumna Kathelen V. Amos and the Daniel P. Amos Family Foundation, will begin awarding scholarships in the fall of 2019. Students will receive a partial-tuition scholarship as well as a professional development stipend.”

     

    G. Wayne Clough Georgia Tech Promise Program

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: GEORGIA TECH UNIVERSITY
    • AWARD: 100% OF FINANCIAL NEED
    • CONTACT: 404.894.7412

    Under the G. Wayne Clough Georgia Tech Promise Program guidelines, 100 percent of your financial need, minus a $2,500 per year work study job offer, will be met with a combination of all scholarships and grants offered from all sources, including federal grants, HOPE/Zell Miller, state grants/scholarships, private outside scholarships, and institutional scholarships.

    Greenhouse Scholars Scholarship

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • AWARD: $20,000
    • CITIZENSHIP STATUS: U.S. CITIZEN
    • CONTACT: SCHOLARS@GREENHOUSESCHOLARS.ORG 303.459.5470

    Our vision is to create a community of leaders who will evolve the communities of the world. We work with the next generation of leaders and change agents, and together change the trajectory of their families, their communities, and broader global communities.
    Scholars are provided with a strategic framework to elevate their impact, both individually and as a group, and inspire younger generations of students from low-income communities.

     

     

    John B. White Jr. Memorial Scholarship

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • AWARD: $5,000
    • CONTACT: TMOSHAUGHNESSY@GEORGIASOWN.ORG

    To honor the legacy of Mr. White, the Georgia’s Own Foundation has established the Georgia’s Own Foundation John B. White, Jr. Memorial Scholarship endowment at Georgia State University, which will reward one student in the Robinson College of Business each year for their academic achievement and their commitment to community.

    Korean American Scholarship Foundation-Southern Regional Chapter

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COLLEGE STUDENT RISING PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • AWARD: $500 - $5,000
    • CONTACT: SRC.SCHOLARSHIP@KASF.ORG

    The Korean American Scholarship Foundation (KASF) – Southern Regional Chapter (SRC) is pleased to announce a new scholarship program in honor and recognition of 1.6 million American Veterans who served in the Korean War during the Korean War era (June 25, 1950 – January 31, 1955). These men and women answered the call to fight for a country and people they never knew and never met. More than 54,000 Americans died and 103,000 were wounded.
    To express our gratitude to these Veterans for their sacrifices, KASF-SRC will offer their descendants an opportunity to apply for a scholarship. KASF-SRC scholarship program will recognize outstanding students who have demonstrated outstanding talents and potential for success.

     

    Provost Scholarship

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: GEORGIA TECH UNIVERSITY
    • CONTACT: ADMISSION@GATECH.EDU 404.894.4154
    • The Provost Scholarship awards 40 first-year, non-resident students an out-of-state tuition waiver for eight semesters. Scholars are selected by the Undergraduate Admission Committee.
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    Radigan/Alaimo Scholarship Fund

    • LIFE STAGE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT
    • TOPIC: EDUCATION
    • CATEGORY: SCHOLARSHIP
    • LOCATION: GEORGIA
    • UNIVERSITY: COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY
    • AWARD: $1,000
    • CONTACT: (614) 287-5353 INFORMATION@CSCC.EDU 

    By submitting the application you will be considered for each of the following scholarships (the number of each award varies every semester):

    • First Generation Scholarship Fund ($1,000)
    • Radigan/Alaimo Scholarship Fund ($1,000)
    • Awards must be used for tuition and fees.

     

    The Georgia Military Service Scholarship is worth about $85,000 over four years!

    The State of Georgia funds 42 full scholarships per year to Georgia high school seniors who agree to enlist in the Georgia Army National Guard, attend the University of North Georgia, participate in the Corps of Cadets, and commission as officers in the Georgia Army National Guard after graduating with their bachelor's degrees.

    The scholarship covers almost all of your expenses, including tuition, books, uniforms, fees, meals, and housing.

    • First deadline:  November 25, 2024
    • Final Deadline to Apply: February 1, 2025
    • Click link to apply:  Application Process  

    Watson Brown Foundation Scholarship

    $6,000 per year ($24,000 total)

    Multiple scholarships are awarded to high school seniors in the CSRA.  Applications are now open! Students are advised to apply early.

    Deadline to Apply: February 8th

    Veterans of Foreign Affairs Scholarship

    The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you.

    Requirements: Essay on a specific topic. Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay.

    DEADLINE TO APPLY: October 31, 2024

    Please see the website below for more information: Youth Scholarships

    The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution.Awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s).

    Deadline: June 10, 2025

    Big Future Scholarship for 10th, 11th and 12th Grade Students

    DEADLINE TO APPLY:  Ongoing

    Earn entries into monthly drawings for $500-$40,000 scholarships by completing steps to plan for life after high school. Can be used by 2/4 Year institutions. Provided by Collegeboard.org

    East Georgia State College Scholarship Opportunity

    Where: East GA College Scholarship

    Who: Anyone attending East GA State College

    Deadline: Various 

    Award Amount: $$1000 - $5000

    To apply for all Scholarships information can be found onthe website:  East Georgia State College Scholarship 
     

    Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

    JRF Scholars receive college scholarships of up to $35,000 over four years & are financially sponsored to attend JRF‘s annual, four-day “Mentoring and Leadership Conference“ in New York City and other events throughout the year.

    DEADLINE TO APPLY:  January 9, 2025

    Requirements: minority students; SAT/ACT, submit essay

    JRF Staff will be hosting a Q&A session on Tuesday, November 21, 2024 at 6-7 PM to answer any questions you have about the application process. 

    Big Sun Scholarship

    All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in or the capacity in which they participate. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute.

    Amount of Award: $500

    Requirements: Athlete at a high school or in community

    Deadline: June 19, 2025

    Apply at the link below:

    Ron Brown Scholarship Program

    Deadline to apply: Final Deadline - Dec 1, 2024

    Eligibility:  US Citizen, permanent residents, Black/Africian American, current HS Seniors

    Award Amount:  $40,000 distributed $10,000 annually for 4 years

    Click link below to apply:

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  • University of North Georgia Scholarships

    • Leadership Scholarships for New Cadets
    • Georgia ROTC and Future Officer Grant
    • Green to Gold Scholarship

  • HYPE's Leadership Academy registration ends SUNDAY, September 7!! The HYPE Leadership Academy is an opportunity for girls interested in STEAM futures to further establish themselves as a leader and as a career-ready student through our virtual College and Career Readiness workshops facilitated by the amazing team at WrightNow Solutions. Ladies in 10th-12th grade are encouraged to apply. Here are a few additional details about the program: The HYPE Leadership Academy launches with orientation on Tuesday, September 9th. Live virtual sessions will be held every other Tuesday, beginning September 16th. The entire program runs through May when 2025-2026 Leaders will graduate. Sessions include access to professional mentors and corporate exposure workshops including topics such as:

    • Resume Writing and Interviewing
    • Being The Only
    • Bold Leadership/Personal Branding
    • Workplace Etiquette and Norms
    • Time Management
    • Resume Review from working professionals
    • Mock Interview sessions to prepare for internship interviews

    Students who complete the program will be able to interview for summer internships and/or work-based learning opportunities with HYPE’s corporate partners. Students must be able to demonstrate previous STEAM experience through participation in a HYPE Coding Program or similar equivalent, member of the STE(A)M Pathway at their school, member of a tech extracurricular program at their school (i.e. Technology Student Association, Robotics Club, NSBE, Engineering/Science Club, Girls Who Code Club, etc), or previously taken a Computer Science, Digital Technology, or course equivalent.
    Complete this form by Sunday, September 7. The HYPE Leadership Academy Application
    Eligible students are welcomed to apply for their Future of Tech Scholarship! Every year, they award impressive young ladies with a scholarship to support their pursuit of a career in tech. Check out the details about the scholarship at HYPE in Tech.

    • The Coke Scholars Application closes Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 5pm Eastern.
    • Each year, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 to high school students across the United States through the Coca-Cola Scholars Program.
    • Students need to be graduating high school during the 2025-2026 school year, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and to complete an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcript by September 30, 2025, at 5 p.m. Eastern.