Scholarships
Affordable College Funding: Smart Solutions For Your Budget! Review the links below to find resources to help with preparing for life after high school, including information on how to search for colleges, tips for writing admissions/scholarship essays, and most importantly - how to pay for the upcoming college expenses!
Financiación Universitaria Asequible: ¡Soluciones Inteligentes para su Presupuesto! Revisa para encontrar recursos que te ayudarán a prepararte para la vida después de la escuela secundaria, incluyendo información sobre cómo buscar universidades, consejos para escribir ensayos de admisión/becas y, lo más importante, ¡cómo pagar los gastos universitarios!
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The following scholarship opportunities have been vetted and approved to the best of our ability. Please be aware of potential scams when doing your own scholarship research. You should not have to pay for this type of information. Questions or concerns: contact Elizabeth Dodd, YISD School Counseling Coordinator at (915) 434-0504 or via email Email Elizabeth Dodd.
Scholarship Tips
Ten Steps to a Strong Scholarship Application
*Source: Texas OnCourse
*Source: Texas OnCourse
*Source: GetSchooled
How to Write a College Application Essay
*Source: BigFuture
*Source: Khan Academy
College & Scholarship Application Essay Resources
*Source: GetSchooled
Letter of Recommendation Brag Sheet
*Source: Common App
Scholarship Application Tracker
*Source: Get Schooled
Scholarship Checklist & To-Do List
*Source: Scholarships.com
*Source: uAspire
Ultimate 2025 Scholarship Guide
*Source: NovoResume
Additional Scholarship Resources
Scholarships For High School Students
Dear YISD Parents & Students,
Now at the high school level, the majority of scholarships are for high school seniors, but there are also some scholarships and contests available for students who are Freshmen, Sophomore, and Juniors as well. Start applying early to ensure you have the majority of your college costs covered!
See the following scholarships available by deadline date below:
Scholarship Alert! Monthly Opportunities
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Good luck!
Scholarships For Elementary Students
Dear YISD Parents,
Students at the elementary level can begin applying for scholarships for their post-secondary education after high school. While the majority of scholarships are for high school seniors, there are times when scholarships or even contests become available for students at this age. It is never too soon to start teaching our future scholars to get in the mindset of looking for and applying for scholarships now and in the future!
Visit these websites to learn more:
- FINAID - list of scholarships available to students under the age of 13
- MEFA - list of scholarships available for elementary and middle school students
- Scholarships.com - list of scholarships available for young aspiring students
- Saving for College - scholarships for middle school students and younger children
- JVL College Counseling - scholarships for elementary school students
If you have any questions, please contact your School Counselor!
ES-Currently Available Scholarships:
Scholarships for Middle School Students
Dear YISD Parents & Students,
Students at the middle school level can also begin applying for scholarships for their post-secondary education after high school. While the majority of scholarships are for high school seniors, there are times when scholarships or even contests become available for students at this age. It is never too soon to start teaching our future scholars to get in the mindset of looking for and applying for scholarships now and in the future!
Visit these websites to learn more:
- FINAID - list of scholarships available to students under the age of 13
- MEFA - list of scholarships available for elementary and middle school students
- Scholarships.com - list of scholarships available for young aspiring students
- Saving for College - scholarships for middle school students and younger children
If you have any questions, please contact your School Counselor!
Ms-Currently Available Scholarships:
HIGH SCHOOL: ScholarshipAlerts! Upcoming Deadlines
Name | Scholarship Link | Deadline |
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS | ||
Univ of North Carolina Morehead-Cain Scholarship | OCT 1 | |
Georgia Tech Stamps President's Scholars Program | OCT 15 | |
Clemson University National Scholars Program | https://www.clemson.edu/academics/programs/national-scholars/scholar-selection/ | OCT 22 |
PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS | ||
Antibodies-online Impact Scholarship | AUG 3 | |
Pheabs Finance Scholarship | https://pheabs.com/finance-scholarship-award/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 7 |
ConfidentWriters.com Scholarship | AUG 9 | |
AUG 12 | ||
Nancy Hall Memorial Scholarship | https://midfloridamaterialhandling.com/about-us/scholarship/ | AUG 14 |
Capital Auto Auction | AUG 15 | |
Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation Education Scholarships | AUG 15 | |
Varsity Tutors College Scholarship | https://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 15 |
Breaking New Ground Scholarship | https://www.jasonkisnerlaw.com/scholarship?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 19 |
Helpjuice Scholarship | AUG 20 | |
Innovation in Education Scholarship | AUG 20 | |
Probo Medical Foundation Scholarship | https://www.probomedicalfoundation.org/probo-medical-scholarship/ | AUG 21 |
Southwest Association of Nigerian Physicians Scholarship | See Go Center or Counselor for application flyer and information | AUG 30 |
Bow Seat's True Blue Fellowship | AUG 30 | |
Apprentice Ecologist Initiative | AUG 31 | |
Summit Physical Therapy Scholarship | https://physicaltherapyfairbanks.com/physical_therapy_fairbanks.php | AUG 31 |
2nd Chance Scholarship for College or Trade Schools | AUG 31 | |
US Rugby Foundation Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
Pizza Hut Foundation Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
2026 Cyberbullying Awareness Scholarship | https://mccreadylaw.com/2026-cyberbullying-awareness-scholarship/ | AUG 31 |
Apprentice Ecologist Initiative | https://www.wildernessproject.org/volunteer_apprentice_ecologist#scholarship | AUG 31 |
Who Inspires You Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
Discover Student Loans Scholarship | https://discover.promo.eprize.com/discoversweeps25/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Drivers Education Initiative Award | https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Freethought Day Scholarship | https://freethoughtday.org/programs/scholarships/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Entrepreneur Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
Haiku Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
Make Me Laugh Scholarship | AUG 31 | |
MoolahSPOT $1,000 Scholarship | https://www.moolahspot.com/scholarship/index.cfm?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Empowering Caregivers Through Education | AUG 31 | |
RentHop's College and University Scholarship | https://www.renthop.com/resources/college-scholarship?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Scholarship Detective Launch Scholarship | https://www.scholarshipdetective.com/scholarship/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | AUG 31 |
Stanford Advanced Materials College Scholarship | https://www.samaterials.com/stanford-advanced-materials-college-scholarship.html | SEP 1 |
NetFloor USA Access Flooring College Scholarship | https://www.netfloorusa.com/scholarship/netfloor-usa-access-flooring-college-scholarship | SEP 1 |
Sam's Legacy: Fighting to End Drunk Driving Scholarship | https://protectingpatientrights.com/2026-sams-legacy-fighting-to-end-drunk-driving-scholarship/ | SEP 1 |
Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award | https://fromthetop.org/apply/jack-kent-cooke-young-artist-award/#Eligibility | SEP 1 |
Castagra Roofing Scholarship | SEP 4 | |
W. Tong and A.C. Wong Legacy Scholarship | https://bold.org/scholarships/w-tong-and-a-c-wong-2026-legacy-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships | SEP 6 |
Youth Free Expression Film Contest | SEP 8 | |
Marcia Bick Scholarship | https://bold.org/scholarships/marcia-bick-scholarship/#ref=best-scholarships | SEP 9 |
Breakthrough Junior Challenge | SEP 15 | |
The Gates Scholarship | SEP 15 | |
Coca-Cola Scholarship | https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | SEP 30 |
Custom Patches San Diego Scholarship | https://custompatchessandiego.com/scholarship/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | OCT 1 |
Rees Scholarship Foundation-HVACR and Water Heating Technician Program | https://www.ahrinet.org/scholarships-education/ahri-rees-scholarship-foundation | OCT 1 |
Money Matters Scholarship Program | https://www.nationalpayrollweek.com/money-matters-scholarship/ | OCT 16 |
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship | OCT 31 | |
Loreal Beauty Changes Lives Scholarship | OCT 31 | |
Encouraging Diversity Scholarship | https://www.dplaw.com/2026-encouraging-diversity-scholarship/ | OCT 31 |
Buy-Rite's Annual Beauty School Scholarship | NOV 1 | |
Making an Impact Scholarship | NOV 1 | |
Class of 2027 - BigFuture Start Your Career List Scholarship | https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships-2027 | NOV 30 |
Drivers Education Initiative Award | https://www.dmvedu.org/scholarship?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | NOV 30 |
Prosmuchkin Law's $1000 Semi-Annual College Scholarship | https://gproslaw.com/scholarship-program/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | DEC 17 |
HFC Scotty Caregiver Awards | https://humansofdementia.submittable.com/submit?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | JAN 31 |
Scholarships for Woodworking Manufacturing Students | JAN 31 | |
Loreal Beauty Changes Lives Scholarship | JAN 31 | |
Antibodies-Online Impact Scholarship | FEB 3 | |
Alaska Airmen's Future Professionals Scholarship | FEB 25 | |
AWS Arsham Amirikian Welding Scholarship | https://www.aws.org/Career-Resources/Students/Scholarships/National-Scholarships/ | MAR 1 |
Southern Automotive Womens Forum Scholarship | https://southernautomotivewomen.org/Scholarship_ProgramWomen's | MAR 23 |
UAF Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship | MAR 31 | |
Society of Plastics Engineers Foundation Scholarships | https://www.4spe.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3313#gsc.tab=0 | APR 1 |
Great Khalid Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship | https://thegreatkhalidfoundation.org/performing-arts-scholarship | APR 18 |
Loreal Beauty Changes Lives Scholarship | APR 30 | |
Class of 2028 - Big Future Start Your College List | JUN 30 | |
Prosmuchkin Law's $1,000 Semi-Annual College Scholarship | https://gproslaw.com/scholarship-program/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | JUL 17 |
Class of 2028 - Big Future Start Your Career List | NOV 30, 2027 |