Outside Scholarships
Applications for the following scholarship opportunities and many others can be found on the websites below.
Please Note: All scholarships were valid when posted.
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 10/01/2023 | 2023-2024 Brown Bag Marketing Scholarship We want to know about a time when you embodied our Take the Hill Together value! Write an essay of up to 600 words telling us about your experience taking the hill together for a chance to win Brown Bag Marketing’s scholarship contest. |
$1,000 |
| 10/03/2023 | NextLevel Student Scholarship The $1,000 NextLevel Law Scholarship is available to students each semester who are pursuing a career in law, compliance, or public policy. |
$1,000 |
| 10/05/2023 | Overcoming Disability Scholarship This $2,500 scholarship is available to college students who are managing a disability while attending school. Our award is offered twice a year, and scholarship winners can use the amount they receive for any expenses related to their college education. |
$2,500 |
| 10/10/2023 | First Generation College Student Scholarship His law firm established The Law Offices of David A. Kadzai, LLC First Generation College Student Scholarship to make higher education more attainable for those who are embarking on this journey. The First Generation College Student Scholarship provides college students with $2,500 each semester. |
$2,500 |
| 10/12/2023 | Maineri Law Firm Higher Education Scholarship Through the Maineri Law Firm Higher Education Scholarship, we provide a $1,000 scholarship to an undergraduate student each semester. Students who plan to pursue graduate degrees in specific fields may apply for the scholarship; |
$1,000 |
| 10/15/2023 | Car Accidents and Legal Procedure Scholarship BDIW Law is proud to offer its Car Accidents and Legal Procedure Scholarship, worth $2,500, to incoming and current college students. This scholarship requires students to think critically about how insurance providers and related parties within their states assign liability after a car accident. |
$2,500 |
| 10/17/2023 | The Hatton Law Firm Aspire Higher Scholarship We know the importance of a college education for those who come from low-income households and are looking to improve the lives of themselves and their families. To help people in these situations, we offer $1,000 each semester to a college student from a low-income family. |
$1,000 |
| 10/19/2023 | Fight Against Domestic Violence Scholarship The Fight Against Domestic Violence Scholarship offers $2,000 to a student impacted by domestic violence in their life or who has a substantial interest in implementing solutions to these issues and protecting others against domestic abuse, harassment, and other forms of family violence. |
$2,000 |
| 10/22/2023 | Bright Future in Sports Lighting Scholarship “Bright Future in Sports Lighting” Scholarship, aimed at supporting students who are passionate about advancing the field of sports lighting. This scholarship provides an opportunity for students to explore the innovative and dynamic intersection of lighting technology and athletic environments. |
$5,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | 2023 Accountability and Morality Scholarship The personal injury attorneys at O’Connor, Acciani and Levy are proud to offer the 2023 Accountability and Morality Scholarship! Describe a time you had to be accountable for yourself or others. Consider positive or negative moments you experienced. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | Good Works Scholarship Karin Riley Porter is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for future lawyers and other college and university students who are also actively engaged in making their community a better place by leading and planning community service projects. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | 2023 Grungo Colarulo Giving Back to the Community Scholarship The 2023 Grungo Colarulo Giving Back to the Community Scholarship will return once again for its sixth year in a row. The goal of this scholarship is to bring the spotlight on students who have gone above and beyond to serve their community. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | 2023 DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship The Law Offices of Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz and Bhaya is proud to offer our 2023 DP Law Encouraging Diversity Scholarship to one minority student in the law or pre-law fields. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | 2023 DP Law Aspiring Attorney Scholarship We are excited to announce that we are offering a DP Law Aspiring Attorney Scholarship! This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student who shares the passion we have for law and justice. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | 2023 Trade School Advocacy Scholarship Robert James Trial Attorneys,have created the 2023 Trade School Advocacy Scholarship. In a 3-5 minute video or in 750 words, explain why trade school is the better choice for you and how we can eliminate negative perceptions surrounding trade schools. |
$1,000 |
| 10/31/2023 | Defining the Disability Scholarship Berkowitz Hanna Malpractice and Injury Lawyers are proud to once again be offering the Defining the Disability Scholarship! Our goal with this scholarship is to assist students who have been impacted by a disability by helping to ease the burden of college costs. |
$1,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 11/05/2023 | Finger Finance Scholarship Award The Finger Finance Scholarship Award will reward 1 student with a $1000 contribution towards their education. To enter, students must submit a 1000 word answer to the question "What is The Best Way To Manage Your Savings?" |
$1,000 |
| 11/21/2023 | Alford and Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship Through our Alford and Clark Injury Attorneys Students in Need Scholarship, we award scholarships of $2,000 in the Fall and Spring semesters to qualified students interested in a career in law who can demonstrate the need for financial assistance. |
$2,000 |
| 11/21/2023 | Law Office of Jae Lee Immigrant Student Scholarship To ensure that immigrants can pursue educational opportunities, our firm has created a scholarship program that assists first or second-generation immigrants from low-income families. We award one student $1,000 each semester, which may be used to help pay for tuition or other educational expenses. |
$1,000 |
| 11/27/2023 | Brandon Wong and Associates Difference Makers Scholarship Twice a year, we offer students the opportunity to receive a scholarship of $1,000. This scholarship is intended to help deserving students who aspire to make positive changes in their communities. |
$1,000 |
| 11/27/2023 | OVC, INC. “Market Yourself” Scholarship The OVC, INC. “Market Yourself” Scholarship offers $1,000 to a student who aspires to a career in law. The application includes a written response to a prompt that asks applicants to demonstrate a clear vision for how they would connect with the clients they want to serve in their future careers. |
$1,000 |
| 11/29/2023 | Clark Law Group Scholarship Our scholarship provides a $1,000 award to a student whose parent is actively serving or previously served in the United States military. We are honored to support families of military service members. |
$1,000 |
| 11/29/2023 | Stand Up to Distracted Driving Scholarship The law firm of Kanoski Bresney offers five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each to students from throughout the U.S. whose lives have been impacted by distracted driving. |
$5,000 |
| 11/30/2023 | Volunteer for Vets Scholarship Due to Attorney Pontius’ close ties to the military, he has decided to create a scholarship specifically for Veterans or for the child of a U.S. Veteran. |
$1,000 |
| 11/30/2023 | 2023 Road to Responsibility Scholarship Aronberg, Aronberg and Green is offering a scholarship to raise awareness about the dangers of reckless driving and promote safe driving practices. |
$1,000 |
| 11/30/2023 | 2023 Safe Cycling Scholarship The personal injury attorneys at Felix Gonzalez Law Firm have dedicated their practice to protecting those who have been injured due to the negligence of others. We care about everyone’s safety, especially cyclists on the road. This year, we are offering a scholarship to promote safe cycling. |
$1,000 |
| 11/30/2023 | 2023 Selfless Parent Scholarship Family lawyer Tammy Begun of Capital Family and Divorce Law Group understands the drive parents have to make the best decisions possible for their children, even at the cost of their own benefit. |
$1,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 12/01/2023 | Data Numen Scholarship The DataNumen Scholarship is a merit-based program for the most intelligent and deserving candidates in America. Founded in 2001, DataNumen, Inc. This year DataNumen has started a scholarship program for students. |
$1,000 |
| 12/01/2023 | Avalaunch Media Avalaunch Media Scholarship: Avalaunch Media is excited to announce a $1,000 scholarship for current, full-time students attending an accredited two- or four-year university or college in the United States. |
$1,000 |
| 12/01/2023 | 2023 Rise Above Scholarship We are excited to announce our Rise Above Scholarship! As workers’ compensation lawyers, we are passionate about creating a world where everyone is respected and valued in their place of employment. We started our Rise Above Scholarship to discuss ways to improve workplace environments. |
$1,000 |
| 12/02/2023 | John F. Renner, P.C. Scholarship John F. Renner, P.C. offers an annual scholarship to help college and university students in their journey to becoming an attorney. Mr. Renner believes in the value of higher education and the need for motivated students to pursue a quality legal education. |
$1,000 |
| 12/04/2023 | Collins Rupp, P.C. Moving Forward Scholarship Collins Rupp, P.C. is offering $1,000 each semester to an undergraduate student with a criminal history who proves they are making the effort to change their life for the better. |
$1,000 |
| 12/06/2023 | The Behan Law Group Military Veteran Scholarship The Behan Law Group, P.L.L.C. is offering a $1,000-scholarship for the Spring 2024 semester to support military Veterans and their children in their pursuit of higher education throughout the United States. |
$1,000 |
| 12/10/2023 | Scholarships For Skateboarding Lovers The Skateboard Geek is pleased to announce a college/university scholarship program for skaters and skateboarders. This sports quota scholarship is not limited to skateboard riders only, if you are a fan and know the skateboard history, you are eligible to apply. |
$1,000 |
| 12/11/2023 | Justice in Family Law Scholarship The Justice in Family Law Scholarship provides $1,000 to support the education of a student who is passionate about promoting equity in family law practice and policy. Applications are open to current undergraduate students who intend to pursue a law degree, as well as current law students. |
$1,000 |
| 12/11/2023 | The Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship Through our Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship, we hope to make the dream of pursuing a college education more attainable for eligible students. The Vasquez Law Firm DACA Dreamer Scholarship awards $1,000 to two exceptional students each semester to use toward their educational expenses. |
$1,000 |
| 12/13/2023 | Burress Injury Law Underdog Scholarship The Burress Injury Law Underdog Scholarship provides three awards per semester (one in the amount of $5,000 and two in the amount of $2,500) to support the education of students who have persevered through adversity and who are passionate about helping other people. |
$10,000 |
| 12/13/2023 | Healthcare Professional Scholarship The Joseph J. Bogdan, LLC Healthcare Professional Scholarship provides $1,000 to support the education of a student pursuing a healthcare career that requires a professional license (e.g., doctor, pharmacist, nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant). |
$1,000 |
| 12/15/2023 | LocalProBook We offer a semi-annual competition for a $ 500 college scholarship. Twice a year, we award a $ 500 college scholarship to one US student to help pay for his education. |
$500 |
| 12/15/2023 | Triumph Law “Change Any Law” Scholarship Triumph Law’s “Change Any Law” Scholarship offers $2,500 in financial support to a student who submits a 500- to 1,000-word essay critically engaging with one of today’s local, federal, or state laws. |
$2,500 |
| 12/18/2023 | The Gold Law Firm Challenge Yourself Scholarship Attorney Greg Gold and the Colorado legal team at The Gold Law Firm provide five scholarship awards each semester to first-time college freshmen within the United States. Each award is worth $1,000, and awards will be mailed directly to the winning students’ financial aid offices. |
$5,000 |
| 12/20/2023 | Garage Insiders Scholarship We are looking for academically excellent students who are in pursuit of better education and currently/about to be enrolled in any architecture or engineering programs, majoring in interior and exterior designing and other related studies. |
$1,000 |
| 12/20/2023 | Clean Energy Experts Scholarship Program The Clean Energy Experts Scholarship program offers a single $1,000 grant to assist with educational expenses, such as tuition, textbooks, computer equipment, housing, and other related expenses to the recipient’s studies |
$1,000 |
| 12/20/2023 | Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship The Hoggatt Injury Law Children of Injured Workers Scholarship provides $1,000 to support the education of a student whose parent has been affected by a work-related injury. We aim to help students who have a financial need. |
$1,000 |
| 12/20/2023 | Hutchison and Foreman Committing to Justice Scholarship Through our scholarship, we aim to support the futures of law students who are interested in pursuing similar paths to our own. If you are a law student who hopes to pursue a career representing plaintiffs in civil rights or employment discrimination cases, we highly encourage you to apply. |
$1,500 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 1/01/2024 | The Law Offices of Samuel Fishman Scholarship The Law Offices Of Samuel Fishman firm offers a $1000 college scholarship to a deserving student enrolled or planning to enroll in a U.S. college or university. We understand education is costly and want to support those facing financial challenges. |
$1,000 |
| 1/30/2024 | “A Helping Hand” Scholarship The “A Helping Hand” Scholarship is open to low-income high school students in the graduating class of 2024 who will enroll in a post-secondary institution in the Fall of 2024. College and graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year who demonstrate financial need may also apply. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship This scholarship aims to support all current postsecondary students, regardless of the type of education they are pursuing. In order to apply for the “Follow Your Own Path” Essay Scholarship, students must submit an essay about their career ambitions. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Mom to Scholar” Scholarship for Mothers The “Mom to Scholar” Scholarship for Mothers is open to mothers over 35 years of age who want to begin or resume their journey towards earning a technical or college degree. Applicants should also demonstrate financial need, and be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Gutsy Graduate Student” Essay Scholarship The “Gutsy Graduate Student” Essay Scholarship is open to incoming or current graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year. Eligible students may be seeking master’s and doctorate degrees as well as graduate certificates. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$1,000 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship for Black Students The “Scholar Dollars” Essay Scholarship is open to Black high school students in the graduating class of 2024, as well as Black undergraduate and graduate students enrolled during the 2023-24 academic year. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Tuition Solution” Scholarship for STEM Students The “Tuition Solution” Scholarship for STEM Students is open to current and incoming college and graduate students who will be enrolled in a postsecondary institution during the upcoming academic year and working towards a STEM degree. All applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Making Waves” Scholarship for Women The “Making Waves” Scholarship for women is open to women enrolled in high school, college, technical/vocational, or graduate school during the 2023-24 academic year. Homeschooled students are also eligible. Applicants must also be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | “Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship The “Outstanding Undergraduate” Essay Scholarship is open to undergraduates at four-year universities in the U.S. who are enrolled during the 2023-24 school year. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents and submit an essay about how the scholarship will help them achieve their goals. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | Moving Mountains Scholarship for Hispanic Students The “Moving Mountains Scholarship for Hispanic Students” is open to Hispanic/Latino high school seniors, college, and graduate students who have overcome obstacles. Applicants must submit an essay (~250 words) detailing a time when they achieved something through hard work or perseverance. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | Making the Leap Scholarship for Transfer Students The “Making the Leap” Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are transferring to another educational institution in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must, in under 100 words, answer "Why are you transferring schools, and what do you intend to accomplish at your new school?" |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | Pen to Paper Scholarship for Storytellers The "Pen to Paper" Scholarship for Storytellers is open to all students who enjoy crafting stories and expressing ideas through the arrangement of words on paper. To apply, students must submit a piece of original, creative writing (250 words maximum). |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | Creativity Takes Courage Scholarship for Art Students The "Creativity Takes Courage Scholarship for Art Students" is open to students studying any form of visual and/or performing arts who write an essay expressing their views on creativity and courage. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | Caretakers on the Climb Scholarship for Nursing Students The "Caretakers on the Climb Scholarship" is open to nursing students who could use some help paying for school. Applicants must submit an essay (250 words maximum) detailing what sparked their passion for nursing, and how this scholarship will help them achieve their career goals. |
$500 |
| 1/31/2024 | 2024 Pioneering Women Scholarship At The Florida Probate and Family Law Firm, we understand how remarkable it must be to be the first female in your family to attend college. That is why we want to hear your story and how that shapes your goals, aspirations, and future with our 2024 Pioneering Women Scholarship. |
$1,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 2/28/2024 | Fair Divorce Legislation Scholarship The Moskowitz Law Group is proud to offer the Fair Divorce Legislation Scholarship. Our attorneys see first hand the challenges of divorce and how different legislation may have exacerbated or lessened those challenges. |
$1,000 |
| 2/28/2024 | 2024 Sport Injury Scholarship Bence Law is excited to bring back its 2024 Sport Injury Scholarship for another year! In 750-1000 words, tell us about when you were injured during a physical or other recreational activity and how you overcame that injury. |
$1,000 |
| 2/28/2024 | 2023 Back and Better Scholarship Groth and Associates Attorneys at Law is excited to offer a scholarship opportunity to the community. The 2023 Back and Better Scholarship recognizes the difference a second chance makes and why people deserve them. |
$1,000 |
| 2/28/2024 | 2024 Achieving My Potential Scholarship At Ghanouni Teen and Young Adult Defense Firm, our mission is to protect the futures of younger generations from their mistakes to help them achieve their full potential. That is why we are proud to announce our 2024 Achieving My Potential Scholarship. |
$2,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 3/01/2024 | $500 Rank-it.ca The essay must be written in English or French, and have a length of no more than 500 words (not including title, applicant name, etc.) The scholarship funds must be used for some education-related expense, such as tuition, books, school fees, room and board, etc. |
$500 |
| 3/01/2024 | The Gregory M. Rada 2023/2024 Scholarship for Helping Veterans This scholarship is intended for aspiring lawyers and other advocates who have a career goal of helping veterans. It is our hope that through this scholarship, current and soon-to-be students will be able to seek the education necessary to become part of the next generation of legal professionals. |
$1,000 |
| 3/31/2024 | 2023 Public Spirit Scholarship At Addair Law, we are passionate about getting involved and supporting community members. We have a strong commitment to serving others and have seen how performing civic duties improves the lives of individuals and the greater community. |
$1,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 4/30/2024 | Living with a Sense of Purpose Scholarship Sadly, those suffering from depression and mental health illnesses are often neglected or under-treated in our health system. Accessible mental health care would have a positive impact on susceptible individuals who suffer from suicidal tendencies. |
$2,000 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 6/01/2024 | Scholarship For Future Entrepreneurs Diamocycle is pleased to offer an annual $1000 future entrepreneurs’ scholarship! Eligible applicants must be a High school graduate or GED enrolled as at least a sophomore in a business program at a community college or a 4-year college/university currently taking classes towards the degree. |
$1,000 |
| 6/30/2024 | Australia – U.S.A. Electric Vehicle Scholarship The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support worth USD, $3,500 towards the academic expenses of the winning applicant and promote cross-cultural cooperation and understanding between Australia and the United States. |
$3,500 |
| Deadline | Scholarship and Description | Scholarship Amount |
| 12/30/2024 | Coupontoaster Scholarsip Program We believe in empowering the next generation to shape the world, one bright idea at a time. We understand that financial constraints should never hinder the pursuit of knowledge, and this belief is the core idea of our scholarship initiative. |
$5,000 |
Scholarship Search Tools and Resources
There are several college scholarship services available to interested students and parents listed below.
Financial Aid Information Page:
This is a reliable source and an excellent starting point. Provides information on scholarship databases and search services (www.finaid.org).
NextStudent:
This site boasts over 800,000 different scholarships, representing over $2.8 billion. It is updated daily. (www.nextstudent.com).
Fast Web:
Largest free scholarship search service on the Internet. Students register online, and Fast Web responds with a list of matching award programs (www.fastweb.com or 800-327-8932).
Petersons:
Peterson's scholarship search tool is a free tool, offering information on nearly 2 million scholarships, grants & fellowships (https://www.petersons.com/scholarship-search.aspx).
College Board:
Financial aid information and advice. Includes a calculator to help determine how much of the college costs your family may be expected to pay (www.collegeboard.org).
Scholarships.com:
Compare your information to a database of over 600,000 scholarship awards, worth over 1.4 billion dollars, from over 8,000 scholarship sources (www.scholarships.com).
Scholarshiphelp.org:
A helpful site that walks you through the process of applying for scholarships, including such things as how best to prepare for the interview (www.scholarshiphelp.org).
Studentawardsearch.com:
This website was developed solely for the purpose of helping students locate and apply for scholarships. The site is free and there is no charge for information or the application (www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm).
Personal Finance Analyst Scholarships:
A resource to help students easily find scholarships to fund their studies. Access to the database is free, and no registration is required (http://www.personalfinanceanalyst.com/find-scholarships/).
United Negro College Fund:
Scholarships, programs, internships, and fellowships (https://uncf.org/scholarships).
Ventura County Community Foundation:
This site provides 80+ scholarships primarily for students from Ventura County. Application period opens November 6, 2023 and ends January 19,2024. No late application will be accepted. Apply now at https://vccf.org/scholarships
Golden State Teacher Grant Program:
Applications are live! Students enrolled in a professional teacher preparation program within an accredited California institution of higher education and in specific areas approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), can apply for a one-time Golden State Teacher Grant funds of up to $20,000. Please follow the link provided.
TeacherCertification.com:
The TeacherCertification.com team recently developed a comprehensive guide to scholarship opportunities for the future teacher community. Their aim is to highlight the best scholarships and advice in order to take some of the financial pressure off of students as they make their college plans and begin their studies. Their Guide to Scholarships for Future Teachers offers in-depth information in several areas.
Department of Education:
A DOE hotline that will answer questions about everything from filling out financial aid forms to options on repaying student debt (800-4-FED-AID (800-433-3243)).
Most scholarships are available to students of all backgrounds, abilities and levels. They are not limited to freshmen entering college, students with high academic averages, or those who can demonstrate financial need. Most scholarship applications require a written personal statement which should explain who you are, discuss your accomplishments and future goals, and set you apart from other applicants. It is helpful to be involved in extra-curricular activities. Volunteer work and group activities are often favorably looked upon by scholarship committees.
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