Lost Coin Women's Fund — Deadlines vary

The Lost Coin Women's Fund Scholarship was set up to help women living in Massachusetts improve their quality of life by providing funds to assist in undergraduate studies or vocational training programs. See application for more details.

Across Cultures “Expand Your Horizons” Scholarship
Application deadline: April 28, 2024

One student or graduate who demonstrates a trailblazing spirit and passion for educational exploration will be awarded $2,000 to help them continue on their path to travel and learn. This may include philanthropic work abroad, participation in science fairs, immersion in new languages, and anything else that demonstrates an eagerness to explore and learn! Open to people of all backgrounds and education levels.

Amherst Orchid Society Scholarship
Application deadline: April 29, 2024

The 2024 Amherst Orchid Society Scholarship is offered in Memory of Roger West, DVM, and made possible by his generous donation to the Amherst Orchid Society.

• Open to Massachusetts residents attending Greenfield Community College -or- Holyoke Community College
• To be awarded after documented successful completion of applicant’s indicated semester
• Graduating students are also eligible to apply, if they plan to transfer to and attend a 4 year institution

DigitalResponsibility.org E-waste Scholarship
Application deadline: April 30, 2024

Each year there are 20 to 50 million tons of e-waste discarded in the world. E-waste contains toxic materials, including heavy metals, that can easily seep into the ground and ultimately get into groundwater supplies. According to the EPA, recycling e-waste allows more than 100 million pounds of materials to be reused annually. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste.

This scholarship is open to high school, college, and graduate students who are U.S. citizens.

Greater Than Gatsby Annual Scholarship
Application deadline: May 1, 2024

The Greater Than Gatsby Annual Scholarship supports the future of visual art and content creators. Two (2) recipients will receive $1,000 USD each to be used to help pay their tuition and academic expenses to an accredited non-profit college/university or vocational/technical school in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be a recently accepted high-school student, undergraduate or graduate student from an accredited college/university in the United States.
• You must be majoring in any type of art, communications, English, film, fine arts, journalism, multimedia, photography and visual arts.
• You must be able to provide proof of your identity if you are chosen as the winner.  Qualified ID is a student id or driver’s license.

Entry Requirements

• Submit 3 photos demonstrating your best photography.  Photos should be no larger than 1,000px on the longest side and 72dpi.
• Write a short essay of at least 500 words describing your interest in photography and/or the relation of photography to your chosen career or passion.
• Include your Name, Address and Phone Number.
• Include the name of the school you are or will be attending along with the address and phone number to their financial aid office.
• Submit your entry with all files in a zip file to  with the following subject line:
  Gatsby Scholarship Submission – Your Name

American Association of University Women - Brattleboro Branch
Application deadline: May 6, 2024

College Scholarships for Women

The Brattleboro Chapter of the American Association of University Women has scholarships available for deserving, college-ready women.  Applicants must meet all federal financial aid guidelines and be residents of Windham County Vermont for at least 2 years. Acceptance or enrollment in an accredited undergraduate one-year certificate, two-year degree, or four-year degree program for 2024 - 2025 is required.

ExtremeTerrain's Student Scholarships
Application deadline: June 15, 2024

ExtremeTerrain is offering two $2,500 scholarships, one for the fall semester and one for the spring semester, to eligible students pursuing a degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Research, Land Use, Earth and Atmosphere Studies, Sustainable Land Management, Parks and Recreation, or Sustainable Agriculture Systems.

Students should submit a 700 – 1500 word essay describing who you are, why you feel it is important to maintain access to public lands for recreational use, and how you plan to use your degree to advocate for the recreational use of public lands. Essays should be submitted as a PDF or Microsoft Word document to be eligible for consideration, and must also be accompanied with proof of current enrollment in an accredited United States college or university.

Please submit your essay by 12:00PM EST on October 15th in order to be eligible for the spring semester scholarship and by June 15th to be eligible for the fall semester scholarship. The winner of the spring semester will be selected by November 15th and the fall semester winner will be selected by July 15th.

This opportunity is offered every year and submissions are open and encouraged for both semesters.

Scholarship payment will be sent directly to the winner’s school as a tuition payment.

The TMCF and Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program
Application deadline: June 28, 2024

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and The Sallie Mae Fund are proud to offer financial assistance to outstanding students attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Two Hundred Sixty (260) students completing a two-year, four-year, or trade/vocational certificate/certification program will be selected to receive a gap scholarship of $2,500 for the 2023-2024 academic school year. Selected students must be in good academic standing, but at risk of not returning to or graduating/completing due to an outstanding financial need, and/or emergency situation that leads to a financial aid crisis.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Enrolled full-time or part-time at an accredited post-secondary institution (two-year or four-year) or continuous education (vocational/technical) program
• Will complete their degree or program by the end of Spring 2024 semester (can be either Fall 2023 or Spring 2024).
• Current cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher
• Be a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident with a valid permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
• Be a diverse candidate
  • Diverse shall include, but not limited to: (Gender, Disability, Race, Ethnicity, Belonging to an underserved community)
• Able to demonstrate leadership abilities.
• Demonstrate good moral character in all aspects of your life, including personal, professional, educational, in your community, and online presence

How to Apply

All Applicants Must:

• Answer the following Video Statement up to 2 mins:
  • How will your education benefit you, your family, and the community?

Gabe Jenks Memorial Scholarship from Addicted.org
Application deadline: July 1, 2024

Addicted.org is devoted to helping individuals affected by substance use. We also believe that everyone should have a chance to receive higher education. The Gabe Jenks Memorial Scholarship honors both commitments.

The Addicted.org Scholarship will award $1,000 to the winner.  Application deadline is July 1, 2024, awarded to the winner in August 2024 for Fall Semester.

One Family Scholars
Application deadline: July 21, 2024

The One Family Scholars program provides individualized academic and career coaching to single parents with low incomes in college in Massachusetts. One Family Scholars receive scholarships to cover direct costs of college (such as tuition, fees, books, and technology) as well as indirect costs of college (such as childcare, transportation, and living expenses). Scholarship amounts vary based on each student's financial need and program of study, and are designed to reduce or eliminate the need for student loans.

All applicants must be:

• A single head of household with dependent children under 18

• Living with a family income level below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level

• An entering or returning student at an approved accredited undergraduate institution in Massachusetts

• A resident of Massachusetts and a United States citizen or legal Permanent Resident

• Enrolled in a degree-granting program track, either associate or bachelor's. (Please note we do NOT accept applicants seeking a second associate degree or second bachelor's degree.)

California Detox Scholarship
Application deadline: August 30, 2024

We are passionate about education and want to ensure people have the tools they need to accomplish success. Therefore, California Detox is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a college student attending a US University.

Steps to Enter:

1. Write a 700 word essay on the following prompt
   • “Examine emerging technologies or novel approaches that are changing the landscape of mental health advocacy and addiction treatment. How can these innovations contribute to more accessible and effective support for individuals in need”
2. Email the final draft to with the following requirements
   • Subject line “California Detox 2024 Scholarship *your name*
   • A picture of a valid ID
   • Proof of enrollment at a University as of Fall 2024
3. The last day to submit the essay will be August 30th
4. The winner will be contacted by September 6th
   • If you are not contacted, unfortunately we were unable to offer you the scholarship
5. The winner will then be featured in our social media and blog congratulating them.
   • The contents of the winners essay will not be publicly shared