Top 27 Private Scholarship Opportunities for July 28th – August 7th, 2026

New scholarship opportunities open up every week, and this roundup covers 27 private scholarships with deadlines between July 28 and August 7, 2026. Awards range from $250 to $23,740 and span fields from nursing and dentistry to aerospace engineering, law, and the arts — so there’s a good chance something here fits your student. Deadlines are organized below by closing date so you can prioritize what’s due soonest.


Closing Date: July 28, 2026

ACS Traveling Fellowship to Australia and New Zealand

Amount $10,000
Closing Date July 28, 2026

The International Relations Committee of the American College of Surgeons announces the availability of a traveling Fellowship to Australia and New Zealand. The ACS Traveling Fellow will visit Australia and New Zealand, and a Traveling Fellow from Australia or New Zealand will visit North America. The Fellow is required to spend a minimum of two or three weeks in Australia and New Zealand. They will attend and participate in the Annual Scientific Congress of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, which will be held in Perth, Australia; participate in the formal convocation ceremony of that congress; attend and address the ANZ Chapter meeting during that congress; and visit at least two medical centers in Australia and New Zealand before or after the Annual Scientific Congress of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons to lecture and to share clinical and scientific expertise with the local surgeons. In the event that the selected applicant is from a surgical specialty which is not participating in the RACS Congress, specific negotiations will be necessary to ensure the Traveling Fellow’s participation in a national meeting of that specialty. The American College of Surgeons’ International Relations Committee (IRC) will select the Fellow after review and evaluation of the final applications. A personal interview may be requested prior to the final selection. Please visit the award’s website for more information.

Closing Date: July 30, 2026

Mississippi Car Tag Stipend Program

Amount $5,000
Closing Date July 30, 2026

Stipends are made available to nursing students and nurses pursuing a degree in nursing in the state of Mississippi through the Nurses Car Tag Program. Applicants may be a full-time nursing student enrolled in an accredited Associate or Baccalaureate Nursing Program or an RN enrolled in a part-time or full-time accredited Master’s or Doctoral Nursing Program. They must have a “Nurses Touch Lives” license plate on their personal vehicle at the time of application, and maintain it during receipt of funding. They must also execute an agreement with the Mississippi Nurses Foundation to be employed full-time as a nurse in Mississippi within the first two years following completion of the program. If the contract is broken, funds must be repaid, plus interest. Applicants must submit three letters of reference. Please visit the award’s website for more information.

Lyons & Snyder Legal Excellence Scholarship

Amount $500
Closing Date July 30, 2026

The Lyons & Snyder is proud to launch the inaugural year of the Legal Excellence Scholarship to nurture the next generation of legal champions. This scholarship isn’t just about financial aid, it’s about passion, potential, and a shared belief in the power of justice. The Lyons & Snyder team will be impressed by your strong academic performance, demonstrated leadership qualities, commitment to community service, and a compelling essay showcasing your passion for the legal field and vision for the future. Applicants must be currently enrolled in or about to attend an accredited community college, undergraduate, or graduate program within the United States of America. High school seniors may apply. Applicants must have teaching, leading, or counseling experience. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Closing Date: July 31, 2026

Maryland Dent-Care Loan Assistance Repayment Program

Amount $23,740
Closing Date July 31, 2026

The Maryland Dent-Care Loan Assistance Repayment Program (MDC-LARP) is a student loan assistance repayment program for dentists who treat Maryland’s most vulnerable populations. The purpose of MDC-LARP is to increase access to oral health care services for Maryland Medical Assistance Program (MMAP) recipients by increasing the number of dentists treating this population. An individual must be a practicing dentist in Maryland who has graduated from an accredited US dental school and have a valid unrestricted license to practice dentistry in Maryland; employed full-time as a dentist in Maryland providing care to Maryland Medical Assistance Program (MMAP) recipients in Maryland; a dentist with at least 30 percent of their patient population as MMAP recipients; and currently paying off outstanding student loan debt. To be eligible for this award, an individual cannot be in default on a loan or have an incomplete service obligation. Eligible applicants may receive up to $23,740 per year for each year of obligated service, up to a maximum of 3 years of service. Recipients may renew their award for up to two years. Applicants must submit three recommendations: two from dentists familiar with applicant’s clinical skills and one additional. Please visit the award’s website for more information.

Joseph Sumner Smith Scholarship

Amount $250 – $1,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

Funds are available for students attending Harvard University. While there is no restriction on the course of studies the student may elect to pursue, nor any restrictions on choice of career, students interested in pursuing the ministry after graduation are especially urged to apply. For an application or more information, please contact Scholarship Administrator c/o UU Funding Program.

PALCUS National Scholarship Program

Amount $1,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

The PALCUS National Scholarship Program was established with the purpose of supporting Portuguese-American students in the pursuit of their higher education goals. The scholarships are awarded to students of Portuguese ancestry who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their academic careers and who show a commitment to completing an approved plan of study. Applicants must be attending a baccalaureate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university in the United States. High school seniors or entering freshmen are not eligible. Applicants must be PALCUS members. They must also be U.S. citizens or permanent legal U.S. residents. Applicants must have at least 25 percent Portuguese ancestry. Applicants must submit the Instructor’s Recommendation Form from a teacher, instructor, or professor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact PALCUS for more information.

Flavor of the Month Scholarship

Amount $1,500
Closing Date July 31, 2026

Winning scholarships can be sweet, especially with this special a la mode award for scholarship seekers who love ice cream. Are you simple and sweet like vanilla, classic yet unpredictable like chocolate chip, or a little nutty like pistachio? Whatever the flavor or reasons may be, we want to know what ice cream flavor best reflects your personality and why. July is National Ice Cream Month, and we need a little help picking out a “Flavor of the Month” for our famous ice cream scholarship. Tell us all about your ice cream flavor, and you could scoop up a sweet scholarship. Applicants must be U.S. students who are currently enrolled or will enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

MPOWER Financing Global Citizen Scholarship

Amount $1,000 – $8,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

In recognition of the extraordinary potential of international and DACA students enrolled at schools MPOWER supports the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship was established. Applicants must be accepted at, or enrolled in, a degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable: (1) For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria: has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.; is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA); or a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder). (2) For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria: is a Canadian permanent resident; or has a valid Canadian study permit. This scholarship was specifically created for international and DACA students. Therefore, U.S. citizens wishing to study in the U.S. and Canadian citizens wishing to study in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship. This scholarship supports the full range of degree types: Master’s, MBA, Ph.D., Bachelor’s, J.D., M.D., D.D.S., and select bootcamps. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Pittsburgh Injury Lawyers P.C. $500 Scholarship Essay Contest

Amount $500
Closing Date July 31, 2026

Pittsburgh Injury Lawyers P.C. are known for getting substantial court judgments for victims of personal injuries. We want to help future personal injury attorneys with their education costs by offering an annual scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded based on an essay competition with a topic focused on personal injury. The scholarship opportunity is open to high school seniors through post-grad students. All applicants must be actively enrolled in a U.S. college or university, or a high school student planning to attend a U.S. college or university in the fall. All essays should contain the author’s name, address, phone number, current major, and college. All entries must be in a PDF format. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

The Anders Scholarship

Amount $1,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

We are proud to announce the Anders Scholarship that will be awarded to a student with a unique appreciation and perspective of the medical field. Through natural disasters, pandemics, and everyday accidents, these professionals run toward the situation head on every time sacrificing their time, physical health, mental health, and personal relationships. Some even devote their entire lives to ensure every patient is taken care of with the highest quality of care there is. The Anders Scholarship honors these brave individuals who put their lives on hold every day to help others. Eligibility for this scholarship requires that the applicant be enrolled in a college, medical school, or trade program in the United States. They can be a GED holder planning to attend one of these institutions during the upcoming semester. The applicant should also be in good academic standing. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information. website for more information.

Alexandre Antonio DaCosta Simoes Scholarship

Amount $1,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

On February 5, 2019, the son of Angela and Adrian Simoes of Fremont, California suddenly passed away. In response to requests from PALCUS members and friends for suggestions for expressions of sympathy, PALCUS has established a scholarship in memory of Alexandre. It is their hope that Alexandre’s spirit and promise will continue on in the accomplishments of another young worthy Portuguese American. The Alexandre Antonio DaCosta Simoes Scholarship will be awarded to outstanding undergraduate and graduate college students. High school seniors or entering freshmen are not eligible. Applicants must be PALCUS members. They must also be U.S. citizens or permanent legal U.S. residents. Applicants must have at least 25 percent Portuguese ancestry. Applicants must submit the Instructor’s Recommendation Form from a teacher, instructor, or professor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact PALCUS for more information.

Duque de Braganca Scholarship

Amount $2,500
Closing Date July 31, 2026

The Duque de Braganca Scholarship provides an annual scholarship for a student that demonstrates an interest in Portuguese history. This scholarship is made possible by the generous donation of Christopher St. Victor-de Pinho. Applicants must be attending a baccalaureate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university in the United States. High school seniors or entering freshmen are not eligible. Applicants must be PALCUS members. They must also be U.S. citizens or permanent legal U.S. residents. Applicants must have at least 25 percent Portuguese ancestry. Applicants must submit the Instructor’s Recommendation Form from a teacher, instructor, or professor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact PALCUS for more information.

The Ellen Paneok Memorial Scholarship

Amount $2,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

The Ellen Paneok Memorial Scholarship is open to individuals who want to develop their aviation careers. Applicants must be participating in an aviation related program with a qualified instructor or at an accredited college, university, trade school, or training center. They must intend to make aviation in Alaska their career. Applicants must have spent at least two of the past three years in continuous official residency in Alaska. They must have completed at least two semesters, or 30 percent of the work towards their professional goal. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

MPOWER MBA Scholarship

Amount $1,000 – $5,000
Closing Date July 31, 2026

MPOWER Financing will be awarding scholarships to support international students. Applicants must be pursuing an MBA at an MPOWER-eligible U.S. or Canadian school to apply, but they don’t need to be an MPOWER borrower. Applicants must be an international student permitted to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable: (1) For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria: has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.; or is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). (2) For study in Canada, this means the applicant must have a valid Canadian study permit. U.S. citizens wishing to study in the U.S. and Canadian citizens wishing to study in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship. Applicants must have their visa stamped in their passport by the closing date of the scholarship application date. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Joel and Dena Gambord Nursing Scholarship

Amount $10,500
Closing Date July 31, 2026

The goal of the Joel and Dena Gambord Nursing Scholarship is to attract and support high caliber nursing students who choose to complete their advanced nursing studies in the RN to BSN program at CSU Monterey Bay. In so doing, this merit-based program will provide CSU Monterey Bay and the College of Health Sciences and Human Services with the opportunity to ensure the development of high-quality nursing expertise in the region. The Scholarship fund provides financial support to eligible students for tuition assistance in the nursing program. Scholarship finalists are selected on the basis of academic performance, financial need, demonstrated leadership and participation in community service in the healthcare field, work experience, passing an open book civics test, and a statement of career and educational goals and objectives. Applicants must hold an active unrestricted CA RN license at the time of application. Priority consideration will be given to working RN’s who want to receive their BSN. In lieu of a GPA, working RNs will need to submit two letters of recommendation, preferably healthcare related. Applicants must have prior practical healthcare and/or community service in the healthcare field. Applicants must complete and pass an open-book U.S. civics test. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact the Community Foundation for Monterey County for more information.

Closing Date: August 1, 2026

Armenian Professional Society Scholarship

Amount $2,500
Closing Date August 1, 2026

The Armenian Professional Society Scholarship will be awarded to graduate students in a graduate-level degree program at a University based in the U.S. These include, but are not limited to: PhD, MD, JD, DDS, EdD, MSc, MFA, MBA, MPH, MSW, etc. Applicants must submit two essays and up to two letters of recommendation (one required, up to two per applicant). At least one letter must be from a current or former faculty advisor or employer (an internship supervisor is acceptable). Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship

Amount $1,500
Closing Date August 1, 2026

The Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship is a college scholarship awarded to a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement, participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience and interest in pursuing a career in the health and fitness-related fields. The 2026 program will accept scholarship applications from August 1st 2025, until 1,000 scholarship applications are submitted or August 1st, 2026, whichever comes first. Applicants must be a United States citizen or legal resident living or claiming residency in one of the 50 states, Washington, D.C., or Puerto Rico. They must be planning to enroll or be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States for the entire 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants must also demonstrate ambition and self-drive as evidenced by outstanding achievement, participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience. They must demonstrate interest in pursuing a career and enrolled in the following majors: Athletic Training, Health Policy, Psychology, Biology, Kinesiology, Nursing, General Medicine, Dentistry, Behavioral Sciences, Personal Training, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Health and Physical Fitness, Exercise Science, Sports and Recreation Management, Health Sciences, Physical Therapist, or another health-related major. Primary consideration will be given to the applicant’s outstanding non-academic and academic achievements and the answers to the essay questions on the online scholarship application. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Robinson & Warncke, LLC Scholarship

Amount $1,000
Closing Date August 1, 2026

In an effort to give back to the community and help foster a new generation of lawyers, each year Robinson & Warncke, LLC offers a scholarship to a U.S. college student who submits the best video essay. Potential video essay topics or questions are The butterfly effect when an insurer denies legitimate disability claims; What I have learned from a friend or relative who is too disabled to work; and Why I would like to advocate for people too disabled to work. All applicants must be accepted to or enrolled in a 4-year university or graduate program. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information and the complete guidelines for the video essay submission.

The Killeen Chiropractic Scholarship

Amount $1,000
Closing Date August 1, 2026

As a trusted injury care provider, Affordable Chiropractic deeply understands how chiropractic provides life-changing care. That is why they are proud to offer The Killeen Chiropractic Scholarship for students in the medical and healthcare field who want to advance their careers in chiropractic care. The scholarship was created to help build a bigger community of chiropractic care practitioners who can in turn serve more people in the future. The scholarship initiative also helps solidify chiropractic’s mark on primary care by supporting students who can be a part of the frontrunners in chiropractic. They also hope to give back to their profession and the community and to service the greater population who would greatly benefit from chiropractic care. They strongly advocate for excellence and professionalism in the field of chiropractic and they hope their scholars can carry the same goals and enthusiasm as they do. Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, health, or nursing with future intent to join the medical field are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Shape Plus Fitness Scholarship

Amount $1,500
Closing Date August 1, 2026

The Shape Plus Scholarship may be awarded to a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who has shown exceptional achievement, active participation, and leadership in school and work activities, with an interest in pursuing a career in health and fitness. The program will begin accepting scholarship applications on August 1, 2024, and will continue until either 1,000 applications are received or August 1, 2025, whichever comes first. To be considered, your application must be one of the first 1,000 submitted by the deadline. Applicants must demonstrate ambition and self-motivation through notable achievements, active participation, and leadership in school activities and work experience. Applicants must also demonstrate interest in pursuing a career and enrolled in at least one of the following majors or another health-related major: Health Policy, Health Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Athletic Training, Personal Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Health and Physical Fitness, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Sports and Recreation Management, Nursing, Dentistry. Students should gather the following information needed for the application process: current high school or university cumulative GPA; details of outstanding achievement in school; list of involvement in school and community activities; and list of work experience. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.

Closing Date: August 4, 2026

AACAP Systems of Care Fellowship

Amount $1,000
Closing Date August 4, 2026

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is pleased to announce the 2025-2026 AACAP Systems of Care Fellowship. Chosen fellows will have the opportunity to participate in a year-long seminar on Systems of Care topics, network and receive mentorship from AACAP Systems of Care Committee members, network with fellowship alumni, attend the 2025 and 2026 AACAP Annual meetings, develop a poster based on a systems of care topic to be presented during the AACAP 2026 Annual Meeting Systems of Care Special Program, and receive a stipend for participation. Applicants must be either child and adolescent psychiatry fellows or triple board trainees at the time of the 2025 AACAP Annual Meeting. Participants must be currently enrolled in either a child and adolescent fellowship program, triple board training program, or a post pediatric portal fellowship in the United States. Fellows in their first or second year of child fellowship training are eligible. Triple Boarders in their fourth or fifth year of training in their triple board programs are eligible. Participants must either be members of the AACAP or have a membership application pending at the time of application. Please visit the award’s website or contact the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry for more information.

Closing Date: August 6, 2026

Thomas R. McGetchin Memorial Scholarship Award

Amount $5,000
Closing Date August 6, 2026

The Thomas R. McGetchin Memorial Scholarship Award honors the late Thomas R. McGetchin, former Lunar and Planetary Institute Director, for his significant contributions in the area of volcanic and igneous processes, work accomplished through field, experimental, and theoretical investigations of volcanic activity on Earth, the Moon, and Mars. Applicants must be undergraduate students attending a four-year accredited college or university in the United States at the time the award is received. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be within two years of a B.S. or B.A. in a space science related field of science or engineering, including life science and science education with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering, by the time the award is received. Previous USRA scholarship winners are not eligible. Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated interest in space research, aerospace engineering, or space science education. Their essay, letters of recommendation, and quality and impact of leadership, outreach, and/or extra-curricular activities will also be considered. Non-US students attending USRA Member Universities located outside the United States are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which the university is based. In addition, all application materials must be in English, and eligibility with regard to academic grades and number of years to undergraduate degree must be equivalent to that for U.S. applicants. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation with at least one from a professor, mentor, or school official at the college level. It is recommended that the letter writers be personally familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments, performance, skills, character, and/or experience. It is also recommended, where possible, that at least one letter be from a research or project advisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact USRA for more information.

John R. Sevier Memorial Scholarship Award

Amount $5,000
Closing Date August 6, 2026

During his 22 years of service to USRA, John R. Sevier served as Acting Director of the Lunar and Planetary Institute and as Deputy Director of the Division of Space Life Sciences. The John R. Sevier Memorial Scholarship Award award honors his dedication to education and advancements in aerospace technology. Applicants must be undergraduate students attending a four-year accredited college or university in the United States at the time the award is received. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be within two years of a B.S. or B.A. in a space science related field of science or engineering, including life science and science education with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering, by the time the award is received. Previous USRA scholarship winners are not eligible. Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated interest in space research, aerospace engineering, or space science education. Their essay, letters of recommendation, and quality and impact of leadership, outreach, and/or extra-curricular activities will also be considered. Non-US students attending USRA Member Universities located outside the United States are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which the university is based. In addition, all application materials must be in English, and eligibility with regard to academic grades and number of years to undergraduate degree must be equivalent to that for U.S. applicants. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation with at least one from a professor, mentor, or school official at the college level. It is recommended that the letter writers be personally familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments, performance, skills, character, and/or experience. It is also recommended, where possible, that at least one letter be from a research or project advisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact USRA for more information.

James B. Willett Educational Memorial Scholarship Award

Amount $5,000
Closing Date August 6, 2026

The James B. Willett Educational Memorial Scholarship Award recognizes the efforts of the late James B. Willett, a noted astrophysicist who worked with USRA through the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and NASA Headquarters. Applicants must be undergraduate students attending a four-year accredited college or university in the United States at the time the award is received. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be within two years of a B.S. or B.A. in a space science related field of science or engineering, including life science and science education with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering, by the time the award is received. Previous USRA scholarship winners are not eligible. Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated interest in space research, aerospace engineering, or space science education. Their essay, letters of recommendation, and quality and impact of leadership, outreach, and/or extra-curricular activities will also be considered. Non-US students attending USRA Member Universities located outside the United States are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which the university is based. In addition, all application materials must be in English, and eligibility with regard to academic grades and number of years to undergraduate degree must be equivalent to that for U.S. applicants. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation with at least one from a professor, mentor, or school official at the college level. It is recommended that the letter writers be personally familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments, performance, skills, character, and/or experience. It is also recommended, where possible, that at least one letter be from a research or project advisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact USRA for more information.

Frederick A. Tarantino Memorial Scholarship Award

Amount $5,000
Closing Date August 6, 2026

The Frederick A. Tarantino Memorial Scholarship Award recognizes the late Frederick A. Tarantino, USRA President and CEO from 2006-2014, in recognition of his many contributions to USRA and his dedication to furthering the education of young scientists and engineers in space science related fields. Applicants must be undergraduate students attending a four-year accredited college or university in the United States at the time the award is received. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be within two years of a B.S. or B.A. in a space science related field of science or engineering, including life science and science education with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering, by the time the award is received. Previous USRA scholarship winners are not eligible. Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated interest in space research, aerospace engineering, or space science education. Their essay, letters of recommendation, and quality and impact of leadership, outreach, and/or extra-curricular activities will also be considered. Non-US students attending USRA Member Universities located outside the United States are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which the university is based. In addition, all application materials must be in English, and eligibility with regard to academic grades and number of years to undergraduate degree must be equivalent to that for U.S. applicants. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation with at least one from a professor, mentor, or school official at the college level. It is recommended that the letter writers be personally familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments, performance, skills, character, and/or experience. It is also recommended, where possible, that at least one letter be from a research or project advisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact USRA for more information.

Judith L. Pipher Memorial Scholarship Award

Amount $5,000
Closing Date August 6, 2026

The Judith L. Pipher Memorial Scholarship Award recognizes the late Judy Pipher for her contributions to infrared astronomy, her mentoring the next generation of scientists and engineers, and her many contributions to USRA as a member of the Board of Trustees, the representative for University of Rochester, and the Chair of the USRA SOFIA Science Council. Applicants must be undergraduate students attending a four-year accredited college or university in the United States at the time the award is received. Applicants must be majoring in a field of science or engineering, including life sciences or science education, with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be within two years of a B.S. or B.A. in a space science related field of science or engineering, including life science and science education with application to fields in space science or aerospace engineering, by the time the award is received. Previous USRA scholarship winners are not eligible. Applicants will be selected based on their demonstrated interest in space research, aerospace engineering, or space science education. Their essay, letters of recommendation, and quality and impact of leadership, outreach, and/or extra-curricular activities will also be considered. Non-US students attending USRA Member Universities located outside the United States are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be citizens of the country in which the university is based. In addition, all application materials must be in English, and eligibility with regard to academic grades and number of years to undergraduate degree must be equivalent to that for U.S. applicants. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation with at least one from a professor, mentor, or school official at the college level. It is recommended that the letter writers be personally familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments, performance, skills, character, and/or experience. It is also recommended, where possible, that at least one letter be from a research or project advisor. Please visit the scholarship’s website or contact USRA for more information.

Closing Date: August 7, 2026

Pheabs Finance Scholarship Award

Amount $250
Closing Date August 7, 2026

Pheabs’ mission is to help raise financial awareness so that everyone makes responsible fiscal decisions. The Pheabs Financial Awareness Scholarship seeks to champion students who share the same values. The scholarship is open to future and current college students majoring in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, Business, Management, Technology and any others preparing for an exciting career in the finance industry. High school seniors may apply. Pheabs’ Scholarship is open to any student in an accredited course that is located within the United States. Students from American accredited universities located elsewhere are also encouraged to enter. To apply for for the scholarship, submit the email with the subject title “Pheabs Financial Awareness Scholarship,” your name and contact number, the name of your college or university, what year of college you are in (high school graduates are classified as ‘college freshmen’), your current GPA, and your essay in a PDF format. Please visit the scholarship’s website for more information.


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Scholarship details, amounts, and deadlines are provided by the awarding organizations and are subject to change. Please visit each scholarship’s official website to confirm eligibility requirements and application details before applying. Information is current as of July 2026.