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DeadlineScholarship NameEligibility OverviewAward AmountApplication LinkApplication RequirementsNotes
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December 1Ron Brown Scholar Program (RBSP)Black/African American HS seniors; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; strong academics, leadership & community service; financial need$40,000 total (up to $10k/yr)https://ronbrown.my.site.com/s/
Online application incl. counselor/parent sections; activities & honors lists; 2 essays (≤500 words each); 2 recommendations (≥1 school professional); official transcript; current schedule; school profile; optional headshot; optional self-addressed stamped envelope
Highly competitive; confirm current cycle details on RBSP site before posting
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December 1The Cochran Firm, DC — Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Scholarship (Fall)HS seniors enrolling in U.S. college + current post-secondary students; U.S. study required$1,000https://www.cochranfirm.com/washington-dc/johnnie-l-cochran-jr-memorial-scholarship/
750–1,000 word essay: “How has social media helped advance the cause of civil rights in America?”; share contest page on Facebook & Twitter; email essay (Word/PDF) to dcscholarship@cochranfirmdc.com with name/address/email; include unofficial transcript or proof of enrollment
Biannual program (Fall/Spring); winners posted on firm site & social media—verify current page/link
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December 1Hagan Scholarship FoundationHS seniors; need-based; rural counties; 3.5+ GPAUp to $7,500 per semesterhttps://haganscholarships.org/FAFSA, EFC criteria, transcriptMust attend 4-year not-for-profit college.
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December 3Doodle for Google (K–12 Art Contest)K–12 students; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; enrolled in U.S./territory school or homeschool; age ≥13; parent/guardian permission; military children abroad eligible; entries may be submitted by parents/teachers/nonprofitsNational Winner: $45,000 + $50,000 school tech package; 5 Finalists: $10,000; winning artwork featured on Google.comhttps://doodles.google.com/d4g/
Create original artwork to the annual theme; complete entry form with parent/guardian consent; submit online by deadline
Confirm the current year’s exact dates and theme before posting
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December 15Burger King ScholarsHS seniors; work experience & service valued$1,000–$50,000https://bk-scholars.com/Transcript, activities, essayGeneral & employee tracks.
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December 16Coolidge Scholarship (for Juniors)HS juniors; academic excellence; U.S. citizens/PRFull-ride (tuition, room & board)https://coolidgescholars.org/
Essays, academic record, recommendations
Extremely competitive; for juniors only.
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December 18Equitable Excellence Scholarship ProgramHS seniors; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident; demonstrated outstanding service/social-justice accomplishmenthttps://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/equitableexcellence/
Online application; 1 recommender (adult connected to your project—enter name/email); short answers/essays describing impact, planning/leadership, challenges overcome, and community outcomes (character limits apply)
Deadline 3:00 p.m. (or when 10,000 applications are submitted—apply early); confirm current cycle link/details
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December 30Lotus ScholarshipBIPOC HS seniors from low-income background OR raised by a single parenthttps://bold.org/scholarships/lotus-scholarship/
Essay on lessons learned from single-parent/low-income background, how you’ll create positive impact, and how you’re actively pursuing goals
AI-generated essays not considered; selection: Ambition, Need, and Boldest Bold.org profile; funded by Fiona Chen
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December 30Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic LeadersHigh school seniors that will be full-time undergrad Fall 2026–Spring 2027 at accredited 2- or 4-yr in U.S./territories; financial need; at least one parent of Hispanic ancestry; non-U.S. citizens incl. DACA/undocumented eligible$1,000 (4-yr) or $500 (2-yr)https://www.ushli.org/dr-juan-andrade-jr-scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders/
Essays (500–1,000 words each): personal background/achievement; leadership & future of Latinos (+ optional essay). Upload: recent portrait headshot (2.5×3.5 ratio), 1-page resume (PDF), unofficial transcript. Two rec letters (1 academic + 1 professional/community) requested via portal; recs due Dec 30, 2025.
~20 awards; one-time, non-renewable. Verify portal open/close times and file under December.
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December 31Bick First Generation ScholarshipFirst-generation students; HS students ; especially encouraged: strong in math/quantitative sciences$5000 (6 awards available)https://bold.org/scholarships/bick-first-generation-scholarship/
Short essay on being first-gen: challenges, goals, and how the scholarship helps
Funded by Bick Charitable Foundation; deadline/amount not listed—fill in when available
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December 31Ted & Holly Rollins ScholarshipHS seniors; awards based on the most compelling life story, intended field of study, career plans, and impact on the world$5,000 (Winter 2026)https://www.rollinsscholarship.org/scholarship-application
Essay ≥500 words (application via major scholarship directories)
Scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors based on the most compelling stories—regarding their life story, intended field of study, career, and how they will make an impact on the world. Apply for a $5,000 scholarship awarded Winter 2026! Deadline 11:59 p.m. EST—verify official listing/link when posted
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December 31The Next Chapter ScholarshipHS seniors graduating Spring 2026; U.S. citizens; plan to enroll Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 at a U.S. college (online eligible)$500https://www.thescholarshipcollective.com/next
Online application + 250-word essay: “What is your next chapter?”
Apps scored: Leadership Impact 65%, Future Potential 20%, Communication 15%; winner notified by Feb 15, 2026; funds paid directly to recipient; 1 app per student; incomplete apps ineligible; publicity waiver required—verify official link
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Dec 31Atlas Class $1,000 ScholarshipAge ≥14; live in U.S. or U.S. territories; currently enrolled in or planning to attend high school, college/university, or accredited technical/trade school$1,000https://www.atlasclass.com/scholarship
Post a photo or video on Instagram holding your copy of *How to Hack College* and in the caption answer: “What was the most valuable thing you learned from How to Hack College?”
No deadline listed—verify on site and file under the due month when posted
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December 31Swami Dayanand Education Foundation (SDEF) USA Scholarships 2025–26High school juniors or seniors; GPA ≥3.0; planning to enroll in college; demonstrated academic merit, resilience, and community commitmentUp to $5,000/year (renewable)https://www.swamidayanand.org/usascholarships
Apply online (rolling review; limited seats). Submit per portal instructions.
Encourage early submission due to rolling review/limited seats.
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Science Ambassador Scholarship (Women in STEM)
Women in HS planning STEM majorsFull tuition (one winner)
https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/
3-min video lectureRun by Cards Against Humanity.
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Dec/Jan (by region)Scholastic Art & Writing AwardsGrades 7–12; art & writing categories
Varies; national medalists receive scholarships
https://www.artandwriting.org/Portfolio(s), fees/waiversRegional deadlines vary—check your region.
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MonthlyNiche 'No Essay' Scholarship (Monthly)HS students; quick entry$2,500 (varies)
https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/no-essay-scholarship/
Short formRecurring—listed in multiple months.
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RollingTriple V Storyteller ScholarshipHS & undergrad students ages 14–24; U.S. and internationalVaries (unrestricted funds)https://www.triple3v.org/storyteller-program
Join Triple V Fellowship + schedule an interview (no essay); share how your experiences shaped you
Funds can cover tuition, groceries, entrepreneurial or essential expenses; Ukrainian interview option available—verify current details/link
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December 31Right to Read Scholarship (Price Benowitz LLP / Federal Atty. Rammy Barbari)U.S. legal residents; HS seniors planning to attend college/vocational program or current students in 2- or 4-yr college/university or vocational program; GPA at least 3.0; employees/close family/household of Price Benowitz LLP ineligible$1,000https://whitecollarattorney.net/
Submit online form; 750–1,000 word essay on whether it’s ever okay to ban literature (no AI writing allowed); professional résumé; transcript (or proof of acceptance for HS seniors)
Preference noted for students from/attending the firm’s state—verify on site; questions only via email to scholarships@whitecollarattorney.net; winner selected the month after deadline
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