There are many scholarships available from private and non-profit institutions or organizations based on your skills and interests. We’ve curated a list of online resources to help you find potential scholarships opportunities.
Scholarships for Undergraduate Students
- National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - Supports undergraduate students pursuing STEM degrees.
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Scholarships - For students in mechanical engineering programs.
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarships - Various scholarships for African American students in engineering and technology fields.
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Scholarships - For Hispanic students pursuing STEM degrees.
- IEEE Scholarships - Various awards for students studying electrical engineering and computer science.
- Women Techmakers Scholars Program - Supports women in technology through scholarships and professional development.
- NESA STEM Scholarship - Offered by the National Eagle Scout Association for Eagle Scouts pursuing STEM degrees.
- Microsoft Scholarship Program - Offers scholarships to students pursuing degrees in computer science and related STEM disciplines.
- Fulbright Program - Offers scholarships for international students to study in the U.S. across various fields.
- The International Education Financial Aid (IEFA) Scholarships - A comprehensive database of scholarships and grants for international students.
- Pell Grant - A federal grant for low-income undergraduate students based on financial need.
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship - For high-achieving, low-income students attending four-year colleges.
- Coca-Cola Scholars Program - Awards for high school seniors based on leadership, service, and academics.
- Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarships - Various scholarships for students in need, including those based on community service.
- Gates Millennium Scholars Program - For minority students with financial need, covering various fields of study.
- Horatio Alger Association Scholarships - For students who have overcome significant challenges in their lives.
- National Merit Scholarship Program - Awards for high school juniors based on PSAT scores.
- Dell Scholars Program - For students who have overcome significant obstacles and demonstrate financial need.
- Burger King Scholars Program - Scholarships for high school seniors and employees of Burger King.
Scholarships for Graduate Students
- The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans - $30,000 for graduate school (in addition to funding for undergraduate education if applicable).
- The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship Program - Up to $75,000 per year for up to six years.
- The National Merit Graduate Fellowship - Varies (often $5,000–$10,000).
Scholarships for High School Students
- Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship - U.S. high school seniors with leadership, service, and academic excellence.
- The Gates Scholarship - U.S. high school seniors who are from low-income backgrounds and demonstrate leadership potential.
- Horatio Alger Scholarship Program - U.S. high school seniors who have faced adversity and demonstrate financial need and academic achievement.
Scholarships for Transfer Students
- Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship - For high-achieving community college students transferring to four-year institutions.
Scholarships for International Students
- The Fulbright Foreign Student Program - Open to graduate students, young professionals, and artists from over 160 countries.
- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Scholarships - Offers various scholarships for international students who are looking to study in the United States.
- The Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Program - Offers scholarships for outstanding postgraduate students from developing countries who are pursuing studies in the U.S.
- The American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships - Provides funding to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents to pursue graduate or postgraduate study in the U.S.
- The International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund - Provides funding for international women to study in the U.S. at the graduate level.
- The International Student Scholarship Program (ISS) - Offers a range of scholarships to international students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees at universities in the U.S.
- The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program - Provides international students with opportunities to study at U.S. universities for one year in various fields.
Scholarships for NY State Residents
- The Walter J. & Estelle M. Bender Memorial Scholarship Fund - Provides financial assistance to New York State residents who are attending accredited colleges or universities.
- The Edward J. McFadden, Jr. Scholarship Fund - Offers scholarships for students from New York who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in specific fields such as engineering or public service.
- The New York Public Library (NYPL) Scholarships - Various scholarships provided by the NYPL to New York State residents who are pursuing higher education in the U.S.
Miscellaneous Scholarships
- The AAUW (American Association of University Women) International Fellowships - $18,000 (for Master's/First Professional Degree); $20,000 (for Doctoral or Postdoctoral Programs).
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