Outside scholarships are offered through a variety of foundations/agencies that we hope will also be of assistance. This is by no means an all-inclusive list.
Ascent's $1,000 Power of Education Scholarship Giveaway
Ascent believes in the power of education, and they’re excited to help students achieve their academic goals. That’s why Ascent is giving away a $1,000 scholarship to one lucky student. Entering is easy and only takes a few minutes. No essay required. Apply at TinyURL.com/PowerOfEd.
Vermont National Guard Tuition Benefit
The Vermont National Guard offers scholarships to active-duty members who meet their eligibility criteria. Norwich students can complete their drill weekends on campus, without having to find transportation to a unit elsewhere. Students in the National Guard also receive training slots that allow training to be completed over the summer.
Vermont Rural Health Transformation Tuition Benefit Program (VTRHT)
Funded by a grant from the federal government, this fund was established by the Vermont Department of Health, Agency of Human Services, and VSAC to support individuals pursuing education in eligible health-related fields who are committed to serving rural Vermont communities following degree completion. The fund may cover up to $16,938 for 26-27. Students who are enrolled at least half-time and seeking undergraduate or graduate degrees in the following fields are eligible to apply for the Rural Health Transformation Tuition Benefit program:
Allied Health
- Dental Hygiene
- Radiology Technology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Mental Health
- Clinical Mental Health
- Community Mental Health Counseling
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Mental Health Counseling
- Social Work
- Psychology
Nursing
- LPN (this is the only certificate program that is eligible)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Graduate or higher (APRN, MSN, DSN)
Emergency Medical Services/Paramedicine (must be a degree program, not a certificate program)
Dentistry (Graduate level or higher only)
Eligibility/Employment Commitment Requirements
This new program, which is part of a larger Federal Grant, requires a 5-year commitment to working in Vermont.
For more information about the Rural Health Transformation Tuition Benefit Program, including eligibility and application requirements and what Vermont communities are considered rural, please visit vsac.org.
Application deadline is 6/12/2026.
Vermont Teacher Forgivable Loan Program
Funded by the Vermont Legislature, the Vermont Teacher Forgivable Loan Program covers up to $16,938 (which may also cover room, board, books, and supplies) for qualified recipients enrolled in a program that leads to a degree or certificate in education and a teaching license with an emphasis on encouraging Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, new Americans, and other historically underrepresented communities.
Funding is awarded to qualifying applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds have been depleted.
Citizens want to honor the dedication of students and families pursuing higher learning. Complete the registration form to be entered for a chance to win a Grand Prize of $15,000 to use towards school expenses and one of the $2,500 monthly prizes for use towards school expenses. Additionally, each quarter, a student who meets the required criteria for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Scholarship Prize will be eligible to win a $2,500 quarterly prize for use towards school expenses.
SMART offers scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students pursuing a STEM degree.
Students interested in or majoring in computer science.
Full-time students majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science, who are members (or descendants of members) of a Native American tribe.
Sallie Mae Completing the Dream Scholarship
The Sallie Mae Fund’s Completing the Dream Scholarship Program helps students complete their post-secondary education. Students on-track to complete their degree who are facing financial challenges may apply to receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 to help complete their post-secondary education program.
Scholarship applications for the academic year 2026-2027 are being accepted now through 7/17/2026 or until all scholarship dollars have been awarded.
Apply to Completing the Dream Scholarship Program | The Sallie Mae Fund.
Scholly® Scholarships by Sallie
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High school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students pursuing degrees in manufacturing or engineering.
Offering a one-time scholarship reward of $1,000 to one outstanding university student. The scholarship requires students to create and submit a 500-word essay describing The Benefits of Playing Sports Competitively.
Offering $2,500 to High school seniors and incoming college freshmen with a 3.5 GPA or higher. Priority is given to STEM program applicants.
Application requirements:
Students will need to submit proof of eligibility (FAFSA, proof of income, or tax return), a recommendation letter, a 600-word statement of purpose, a resume, and an unofficial transcript, with the option to submit a 2-minute video.
Apply through the CodeWizardsHQ scholarship application.
Students may access a number of nationally available private scholarship opportunities at fastweb.com and finaid.org.
Education Matters Scholarship by Unigo
Amount: $5,000
Apply by: November 3
Who’s eligible: Requires current or pending enrollment in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education.
Application requirements: 250-word (or less) essay answering the question: “What would you say to someone who thinks education doesn’t matter, or that college is a waste of time and money?” Create a free account on Unigo to apply.
Amount: $1,000–$7,000
Apply by: March and April deadlines
Who’s eligible: HOSA student members pursuing a healthcare career in a variety of fields, including dental/dental hygiene, numerous allied health professions, occupational therapy, public health, and more.
Award details: Several scholarships ranging from $1,000–$7,000
Application requirements: Join Tallo, a job site for minority and underrepresented populations, as directed on the scholarship page on the HOSA website, and create a free profile to search for HOSA scholarships. Apply for individual scholarships.
Amount: $5,000 and $10,000
Apply by: June 27
Who’s eligible: Applicants must be a resident of the 50 United States, Puerto Rico, or Washington, D.C. They must be a graduate student or a college senior who will be enrolling in graduate school during the following academic year. Must have proof of enrollment in medical school or a graduate program in nursing or pharmacy.
Award details: 25 awards of $5,000 and 10 awards of $10,000.
Application requirements: Application opens May 1 online with a deadline of June 27. Applicants are evaluated based on college GPA, academic records, community involvement, and an essay.
The Stokes Scholarship Program is a financial needs-based scholarship providing college tuition assistance up to $25,000 (for STEM majors) or $18,000 (for non-STEM majors) per academic year for tuition, mandatory fees, and books. Undergraduate students, serving as scholarship recipients with the CIA, attend an accredited college/university on a full-time basis and work during summer breaks at the Agency. While working at the CIA, you will be exposed to real intelligence challenges while performing meaningful work that relates to your college major. An IT major, for example, might be given increasingly complex projects involving sophisticated computer systems. An engineering major might help produce a piece of state-of-the-art equipment. A finance major could be involved in developing and analyzing budgets for a worldwide operation, while a foreign language major might be instrumental in translating documents for U.S. policymakers. An international relations major might brief a senior policymaker, and, as a final example, a human resources major could have the opportunity to develop and implement personnel policies and procedures.
Because the CIA invests in scholarship recipients, accepting an offer means continued employment with the Agency for a specified timeframe. You are required to work at the Agency after college graduation for a period equal to 1.5 times the length of the college sponsorship you received from the CIA. Students who leave earlier are required to reimburse the U.S. Government for their tuition. All positions require relocation to the Washington, DC area during summer work tours.
The NCAA needs your help in sharing scholarship opportunities with your student-athletes
Why it matters: These scholarships, totaling $2.6 million, provide financial support to over 350 individuals annually. They are crucial for student-athletes pursuing further education after their athletics-related financial aid has been exhausted.
Walter Byers Graduate Scholarship: One male and one female student-athlete are awarded $24,000 for outstanding academic achievement and potential for future leadership.
Jim McKay Graduate Scholarship: One male and one female student or student-athlete awarded $10,000 for excellence in sports communication or public relations.
Ethnic Minority and Women’s Enhancement Graduate Scholarship: $10,000 awarded to 13 ethnic minorities and 13 female graduates entering sports administration or related fields.
Postgraduate Scholarship: $10,000 awarded three times a year for each sports season. Each sports season, there are 21 scholarships available for men and 21 scholarships available for women for use in an accredited graduate program.
Important: For the Jim McKay, Walter Byers, and Postgraduate scholarships, student-athletes must be nominated by their faculty athletics representative. Conversely, those interested in the Ethnic Minority and Women’s Enhancement Graduate Scholarship must apply themselves.
Key dates:
Applications for the Walter Byers, Jim McKay, and Postgraduate scholarships close on Jan. 10.
The Ethnic Minority and Women’s Enhancement Graduate Scholarship application window closes Feb. 3.
For questions, contact Lori Thomas at lthomas@ncaa.org.
AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund
The AIA St. Louis Scholarship Fund is accepting applications for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year. This fund offers opportunities for students who are born or raised in the St. Louis region and are studying architecture in their third, fourth, and fifth years, or graduate work at a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) school of architecture.
The Footsteps to Your Future Scholarship has been established to support and empower students in their pursuit of academic and professional excellence. The winner will receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship to be applied to qualified expenses, including undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and on-campus room and board for the 2025-2026 academic year. Applications are now being accepted.
