There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

“Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt,” is the mission statement of the National Wildlife Turkey Federation. This organization is looking for student leaders who are dedicated to helping “conserve vital wildlife habitat, and preserve our hunting heritage for future generations.” Maybe food for thought this Thanksgiving?

Scholarship: Dr. James Earl Kennemar Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

What do beverages, beans, rice, condiments, and college scholarships have in common? The answer is Goya Foods. The largest Hispanic-owned food company stocks our kitchens with pantry staples and also runs a generous scholarship program for students looking to major in culinary arts or food sciences.

Scholarship: Goya Foods Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Be recognized for giving back and making a difference for others by the largest program that awards middle school and high school students for their volunteerism. And for our international readers, in addition to the American scholarship competition detailed below, Prudential sponsors similar competitions in many other countries they serve, including Japan, Taiwan, Brazil and Poland.

Scholarship: Presidential Spirit of Community Award

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

“Fear is the weapon of the horror writer,” but might it be the weapon you need to attack that college bill? If you are a true fan of dark, creepy spaces and you love to write, check out the Horror Writers Association. They offer several scholarships to students who are lovers of all things scary. Applicants’ work is evaluated on a number of criteria including quality of written work, how beneficial future writing education would be, and of course, their commitment to the horror genre.

Scholarship: Horror Writers Scholarship & the Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

A great way to search for private scholarships is to consider the student’s intended field of study. For girls who love computers and technology, there is no shortage of opportunities to explore. This particular award provides assistance to young women who are looking to pursue computer/technology-related fields in college and beyond. Added bonus—this is a rare scholarships that younger students can apply for. Get a head start on the senior year rush!

Scholarship: Aspirations in Computing Scholarship (AIC)

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Over 20 years ago, the late inventor and entrepreneur, Jonathan Lax, created this scholarship to encourage gay men to further their education. Lax’s hope was to help create educated role models out in the community for other gay men.

Scholarship: Jonathan Lax Scholarship for Gay Men

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Does your child like to write? Are they interested in political events and US history? Are they in middle school? If you answered yes to all three of these questions, this is an early college scholarship to consider applying for. And if you missed the deadline (or have older students), check out the other scholarship opportunity administered by this organization, the Voice of Democracy award.

Scholarship: Patriot’s Pen Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Breast cancer is a horrible disease that impacts the lives of so many people. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share this scholarship that supports students who were touched by breast cancer in some way—whether they have experienced the loss of a family member, been impacted by financial issues as a result of a diagnosis, or are simply dealing with the emotional challenges that are brought on by such a medical crisis.

Scholarship: Miles of Hope Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Middle and high school students who are concerned about the environment and want to make our oceans a little cleaner, your idea could win you a scholarship! Be part of the change and use your creativity to inspire a care for the oceans in those around you.

Scholarship: Ocean Awareness Scholarship

There is a scholarship (or many scholarships) out there for everyone. Every student has some skill, interest, experience, or characteristic that may make them an attractive candidate for one scholarship or another. And while we often refer to scholarships as “free money,” scholarships don’t actually come for free. It takes work to thoughtfully consider your strengths and research the scholarships that might be most appropriate for you. While the effort that goes into finding and winning scholarships may be akin to a part-time job, we at College Coach want to make your job a little easier. This on-going scholarship series highlights a new scholarship each week. Check out the below, along with the other posts in the series, and you may discover a funding resource that will make covering that college bill a little (or a lot!) easier.

Are you passionate about potatoes? Not eating them mashed or fried, but researching them? The National Potato Council (NPC) awards this scholarship to a graduate student whose research benefits the potato industry.

Scholarship: National Potato Council Scholarship