Top 25 Private Scholarship Opportunities for September 1st – 17th, 2025
CAP’s Weekly Private Scholarship List September 1st – 17th, 2025
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Looking for scholarships to help fund your education? College Aid Pro presents its latest weekly selection of private scholarships, tailored to meet a wide array of student needs. From high school graduates to current undergraduates and those considering studying abroad, you’ll find potential opportunities here. Act fast, as deadlines are near! Take a look at the list and keep in mind that increasing your application submissions directly increases your likelihood of receiving financial support.
Here’s a look at CAP’s curated private scholarship list with scholarship opportunities that have deadlines closing within the next week.
Top 25 Private Scholarships for the weeks of September 1st – 17th, 2025:
Caroline M. Hewins Scholarship:
Amount: $4,000
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Caroline M. Hewins Scholarship Fund was established in 1926 as a tribute to one of the great pioneers in American Librarianship in special recognition of her creative work for children throughout the country. The scholarship is open to those who plan to specialize in library work with children: who have received, or are about to receive a four year undergraduate degree; and who have applied for admission to a library school or are already attending a library school accredited by the American Library Association. Preference will be given to applicants who plan to pursue a career in public library service. A transcript of undergraduate college work through senior year, proof of acceptance (either acceptance letter or transcripts) into an ALA accredited library school, and two letters of recommendation from someone who can attest to the applicant’s interest or ability in the library field and/or working with youth are required. Do not mail or fax applications. Applications postmarked before July 1st or later than September 1st will not be considered. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
American Board of Funeral Service Education National Scholarship Program:
Amount: $1,500 – $2,500
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The National Scholarship Program of the American Board of Funeral Service Education was established to provide financial awards to students enrolled in funeral service or mortuary science programs to assist them in obtaining their professional education. Selection of scholarship recipients is competitive. To be considered for an award, a student must have completed at least one semester (or quarter) of study in a program in funeral service or mortuary science education accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Students in coordinated programs are only eligible for an award during the period of attendance at the American Board accredited institution. Applicants must have at least one term or semester remaining in their program which will commence after the award date in order to be considered for a full award. Students with less than a full term of study remaining will be considered for partial awards. Applicants must also be a citizen of the United States, U.S. Permanent Resident, International Student (F1-Visa holder), or a student in the Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Applicants must provide detailed information regarding their work and community service history beginning during their high school years to the present. Applicants must also submit two letters of recommendation, which must be from an employer, community leader or non-family member and from a faculty member of the ABFSE School (includes Gen. Ed instructors). The deadlines for all materials are March 1st or September 1st. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Tennessee HOPE Scholarship:
Amount: $4,500
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The HOPE Scholarship is awarded to entering freshmen who are enrolled at an eligible postsecondary institution within 16 months after graduating from an eligible high school in Tennessee. Only courses leading to a student’s eligible program of study (associate or baccalaureate degree program) can be awarded under the HOPE Scholarship program. Entering freshmen must achieve a minimum 21 ACT or a minimum of 1060 SAT, exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests (concordant equivalent score) or overall minimum 3.0 GPA. Home School graduates must have a minimum 21 ACT exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests. Home school GPAs are not considered. If a minimum 21 ACT is not achieved, students may qualify for HOPE by completing at least two dual enrollment classes at an eligible postsecondary institution while enrolled in the home school program totaling at least six semester hours and achieving a minimum 3.0 college GPA in each of the two dual enrollment courses and achieve a minimum 3.0 cumulative college GPA in all dual enrollment courses attempted. GED recipients must have a minimum 21 ACT exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests and qualifying GED score of 170. HiSet recipients must have a minimum 21 ACT exclusive of the essay and optional subject area battery tests and qualifying HiSet score of 15. The Fall Semester deadline is September 1, March 1 for the Spring Semester, and May 1 for the Summer Semester. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Tennessee HOPE Scholarship for Nontraditional Students:
Amount: $2,250 – $2,850
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The HOPE Scholarship for nontraditional age students is for independent students as determined by the FAFSA application and who have enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program at an eligible four-year postsecondary institution. Students may receive up to $2,250 per full-time enrollment semester, including summers, as a freshman and sophomore and up to $2,850 per full-time enrollment semester, including summers, as a junior and senior. Only courses within the student’s program of study can be awarded under the scholarship. Applications must be received by September 1 for fall semester, March 1 for spring semester and May 1 for summer semester. Early application is recommended. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Region 4 Dr. Barbara Wright Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Region 4 Dr. Barbara Wright Scholarship will be awarded to a registered nurse who is a NJSNA Region 4 member (minimum of one year); and/or a nursing student who lives in Region 4 and is enrolled in a nursing education program at one of the following levels: Entry Level RN (Diploma, Associates, or Baccalaureate), RN to BSN, Master’s in Nursing, Post Master’s, or Doctorate in Nursing. Two letters of reference that address the applicant’s academic achievement or potential are required. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the New Jersey State Nurses Association for more information.
Annual Be A Friend Project Scholarship:
Amount: $500
Closing Date: September 1, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Annual Be A Friend Project Scholarship will be awarded to high school juniors and seniors (Class of 2025 and 2026). Applicants must be following at least one of the social media accounts of Be A Friend Project. Essays will be assessed on creativity (thinking outside of the box), personalization, feasibility (the chance of implementation) and knowledge of the subject of bullying and its consequences. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
North Carolina Vending Association Academic Scholarships:
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: September 3, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The North Carolina Vending Association continues to contribute to the communities that have made the industry what it is by awarding scholarships. The scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student based on academics, character, and financial need. The student must be affiliated with or related to a person from the vending industry and a current member of NCVA from North Carolina each year. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
A+ Construction & Remodeling Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 3, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: We strive to help students looking to pursue higher education in the field of construction with a scholarship to help with educational expenses such as tuition or books. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must be currently accepted to or enrolled at an American college or university. They must submit their full name, address, email, college or university they are attending with proof of enrollment along with their essay. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship will be awarded to high school or college students who are passionate about bringing about social, political, and/or civil change in their community. Applicants must submit an educator recommendation letter. It is also optional for applicants to submit pictures, videos, or media showing their leadership in action. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
Notorious RBG Women of Tomorrow Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: Ruth Bader Ginsberg, or “Notorious RBG” as she has been coined by Shana Knizhnik, was an American icon of epic proportions. As remembered by the American Bar Association, she was a brilliant legal scholar who left a mark on American jurisprudence both in her role on the Court and as an advocate. NSHSS hopes to honor the blazing legacy of “Notorious RBG” by awarding students scholarships for their efforts to embody the spirit of RBG within their own communities. Applicants may be rising high school students graduating in 2025, 2026, 2027, or 2028 and recently graduated 2024 seniors. Female-identified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. However, applicants of any gender are eligible. Applicants must submit an educator recommendation. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
Norman K. Russell Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 5, 2025
Open To: In-College Students
Description: The Norman K. Russell Scholarship is awarded to recognize and assist graduate or doctoral students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to orientation, retention and transition, who will contribute to the enhancement of the orientation field, and who is currently enrolled as a graduate student in orientation-related fields. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Master’s program or in a Doctoral level studies at the time the scholarship is awarded. At least one recommendation letter is required from a previous supervisor and/or a faculty member in the graduate student’s academic department. Please visit the award’s website for more information.
Ascent & NerdUp’s $2000 Smart Credit Scholarship Giveaway:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 6, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: Having a good credit score helps you borrow money affordably in the future, like when buying your first car or applying for private student loans. A key part of getting a healthy credit score is building positive credit history. That’s where NerdUp comes in. NerdUp is a secured card that helps you build credit history the smart way with no interest or annual fee, and no credit history needed. For a chance to win the Ascent & NerdUp’s $2000 Smart Credit Scholarship Giveaway, complete these four easy steps: (1) Follow Ascent Funding and nerdwallet and “like” a required Instagram post. (2) Read the blog “Navigating Credit Scores: Your Key to Long-Term Financial Success.” (3) Leave a comment on the required Instagram post with one thing that you’ve learned from the blog. Be sure to end your comment with the hashtag #AscentSponsored. (4) Then, complete the contact form and submit your entry. The scholarship is open only to students who are legal residents of one of the fifty United States or the District of Columbia, and who are enrolled in a high school, degree program, or technical skills training program, at least half-time; or parents who currently have a child enrolled as a student meeting the aforementioned qualifications. No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary. Purchases do not increase odds of winning. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
ADEA/Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Excellence in Teaching Award:
Amount: $2,500
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: In-College Students
Description: The ADEA/Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes dental educators who demonstrate exemplary standards and promote excellence in dental education through scholarship and innovation. The award is ultimately aimed at enriching educational experiences by generating intellectual excitement within dental institutions and programs. This commitment to excellence and the scholarship of teaching and learning may be demonstrated in any dental, allied dental or advanced dental instructional setting, including classroom or laboratory instruction, clinical teaching or preceptorships, research and instructional mentoring, continuing education, community-based instructional settings or electronically mediated teaching and learning experiences. The nominee must demonstrate excellence in teaching students, hold a full-time faculty appointment at an ADEA member institution, and be an ADEA individual member. Nominees are to be identified and recognized initially within individual institutions or programs of dental, allied dental or advanced dental education. Nominations are to be forwarded by the dean or program director. A composite letter of nomination to be prepared by the dean, academic dean or program director with input from the ADEA Council of Faculties institutional representative, if available, a peer professional and a student or alumni representative must be submitted. The letter should detail the nominee’s contribution to the scholarship of teaching and learning and describe the reasons the nominee should receive the award. This letter must identify the nominee’s past recognition and summarize the most recent course evaluations. It is optional but a listing of key publications and presentations may also be submitted. Please visit the award’s website for more information.
ADEA/Crest Oral-B Scholarships for Predoctoral Dental Students Pursuing Academic Careers:
Amount: $5,500
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: In-College Students
Description: The ADEA/Crest Oral-B Scholarships for Predoctoral Dental Students Pursuing Academic Careers will support dental students who demonstrate firm commitments to becoming dental educators. An applicant must be enrolled in a predoctoral program at an ADEA member institution; demonstrate interest in advanced education; show commitment to pursuing an academic career in dental education; and be an ADEA individual member. Applicants must submit individual letters of nomination and evaluation from two faculty members that address the candidate’s career goals. A letter of recommendation from the student’s dean or person of equivalent academic rank must also be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
ADEA/Sigma Phi Alpha Linda DeVore Scholarship:
Amount: $1,500
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: In-College Students
Description: The ADEA/Sigma Phi Alpha Linda DeVore Scholarship recognizes the memory and the 30-year dental education career of Professor Linda Rubinstein DeVore. A scholarship is awarded to an individual pursuing allied dental education study at the baccalaureate, master’s, or doctoral degree levels. An applicant must be enrolled in a course of study in dental hygiene, education, or public health; demonstrate a commitment to leadership in education or health care; be in good academic standing in his or her program of study; and be an ADEA individual member. A letter of nomination from a faculty member addressing the candidate’s leadership qualities and a letter of support from the applicant’s dean, dental hygiene director, or equivalent in an academic setting must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
ADEA/Crest Oral-B Scholarships for Dental Hygiene Students Pursuing Academic Careers:
Amount: $3,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: In-College Students
Description: The ADEA/Crest Oral-B Scholarships for Dental Hygiene Students Pursuing Academic Careers support dental hygiene students who are pursuing education beyond an associate degree and who have an interest in academic careers. An applicant must be enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program or graduate degree program in dental hygiene at an ADEA member institution; show a commitment to pursuing an academic career in dental hygiene; and be an ADEA individual member. Individual letters of nomination and evaluation from two faculty members that address the candidate’s career goals and a letter of recommendation from the student’s dean, dental hygiene director, or equivalent are required. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
NSHSS Community College or Trade School Scholarship:
Amount: $1,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Community College or Trade School Scholarship will be awarded to students with a high school graduation year of 2024 or earlier who are currently enrolled in or planning to attend community college or trade school. It is optional for the applicants to submit pictures, videos, or media showing their leadership in action. An educator recommendation letter must also be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Creative Writing Scholarship will be awarded to NSHSS members who are high school students graduating in 2024, 2025, 2026, or 2027. Three $2,000 awards will be given for the Fiction category, and three $2,000 awards will be given for the Poetry category. For Poetry: Students may submit their original poetry in any style, from formal verse, to free verse to experimental. The poem should be formatted as you wish it to appear in publication. For Fiction: Students may submit a piece of short fiction, which must be no more than 5,000 words and should not be single-spaced. The entry may be any genre of the student’s choice, including graphic novel or story. Entries will be judged on creativity, technique, expression, and originality. All work must be the student’s original work. NSHSS has a no-tolerance policy for plagiarism. Any applicant whose winning work is determined to be plagiarized in whole or in part will forfeit any awards. An educator recommendation letter must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Film and Video Production Scholarship will be awarded to rising high school students graduating in 2025, 2026, or 2027 and recently graduated 2024 seniors. Applicants must create and submit an artistic representation of a day in their life through film. How is your day unique, exciting, making an impact? Be creative, animation is allowed. Films should be no more than 5 minutes long, and submissions can be made in the following categories: scripted film narrative, animation, documentary, or short film. Entries will be judged on the following criteria: Expression of a clear theme; Quality of the story line and script (if applicable); Creativity and/or content originality; Production quality; and Editing. NSHSS has a no-tolerance policy for plagiarism. Any applicant whose winning work is determined to be plagiarized in whole or in part will forfeit any awards. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
NSHSS Performing Arts: Dance Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Performing Arts: Dance Scholarship Award will be awarded to rising high school students graduating in 2025, 2026, or 2027; or recently graduated 2024 seniors with a passion for dance. NSHSS has created this scholarship dedicated to those interested in pursuing their studies in the performing arts. A portion of the application requires the applicant to submit a short video of their performance. The top three performers will be awarded a scholarship to assist in continuing their art and sharing it with the world. An educator recommendation letter is required. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 12, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The NSHSS Visual Arts Scholarship will be awarded to rising NSHSS high school members graduating in 2025, 2026, or 2027; or recently graduated 2024 seniors. Three $2,000 awards will be given for photography; and three $2,000 awards will be given for painting, drawing, mixed media, or digital art. Examples of artwork for this category include painting, drawing, ceramics, glass, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, and weaving. Applicants must submit the title and description of their submission and an educator recommendation. It is optional but students may also submit pictures, videos, or media showing their leadership in action. All work must be the student’s original work. Students are welcome to apply for both categories, but only one piece of artwork should be chosen for each category. Students are only eligible to win one NSHSS Scholarship per academic year. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the National Society of High School Scholars for more information.
Frank Annunzio Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Frank Annunzio Scholarship will be awarded to students who are of 50 percent or more of Italian extraction demonstrating leadership, community service, and high academic achievement. Applicants must be enrolled or admitted into an accredited institution of higher education and show proof of their acceptance or enrollment. Applicants must provide current high school and/or college transcripts to JCCIA. Applicants are encouraged to send two letters of recommendation. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Marie Palello Scholarship:
Amount: $2,000
Closing Date: September 15, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Marie Palello Scholarship will be awarded to students who are of 50 percent or more of Italian extraction demonstrating leadership, community service, and high academic achievement. Applicants must be enrolled or admitted into an accredited institution of higher education and show proof of their acceptance or enrollment. Applicants must provide high school and/or college transcripts to JCCIA. Applicants are encouraged to send two letters of recommendation. Applicants must demonstrate leadership and community service. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Brady Kulpa Dog Scholarship Fund:
Amount: $250
Closing Date: September 16, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Brady Kulpa Dog Scholarship Fund aims to provide financial and educational support for students facing economic hardships to strengthen their bond with dogs and improve their mental health and overall quality of life. High school seniors may apply. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.
Robert W. Young Award for Undergraduate Student Research in Acoustics:
Amount: $750
Closing Date: September 16, 2025
Open To: High School & In-College Students
Description: The Robert W. Young Award for Undergraduate Student Research in Acoustics is open to students who must be enrolled in and in good standing at a university in the United States. Awards will be given for separate and independent projects in 2024. Funds can only be used as outlined in the proposal. A report on the results of the project, copy of senior thesis, or other material must be reviewed by the faculty advisor and submitted to the chair of the ASA Education Committee within 3 months of completion. Students are urged to present research results at an ASA meeting. Please visit the award’s website or contact the Acoustical Society of America for more information.
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