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1 | Deadline | Scholarship Name | Eligibility Overview | Award Amount | Application Link | Application Requirements | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||
2 | December 1 | Ron 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 | |||||||||||||||||||
3 | December 1 | The Cochran Firm, DC — Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Scholarship (Fall) | HS seniors enrolling in U.S. college + current post-secondary students; U.S. study required | $1,000 | https://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 | |||||||||||||||||||
4 | December 1 | Hagan Scholarship Foundation | HS seniors; need-based; rural counties; 3.5+ GPA | Up to $7,500 per semester | https://haganscholarships.org/ | FAFSA, EFC criteria, transcript | Must attend 4-year not-for-profit college. | |||||||||||||||||||
5 | December 3 | Doodle 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/nonprofits | National Winner: $45,000 + $50,000 school tech package; 5 Finalists: $10,000; winning artwork featured on Google.com | https://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 | |||||||||||||||||||
6 | December 15 | Burger King Scholars | HS seniors; work experience & service valued | $1,000–$50,000 | https://bk-scholars.com/ | Transcript, activities, essay | General & employee tracks. | |||||||||||||||||||
7 | December 16 | Coolidge Scholarship (for Juniors) | HS juniors; academic excellence; U.S. citizens/PR | Full-ride (tuition, room & board) | https://coolidgescholars.org/ | Essays, academic record, recommendations | Extremely competitive; for juniors only. | |||||||||||||||||||
8 | December 18 | Equitable Excellence Scholarship Program | HS seniors; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident; demonstrated outstanding service/social-justice accomplishment | https://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 | ||||||||||||||||||||
9 | December 30 | Lotus Scholarship | BIPOC HS seniors from low-income background OR raised by a single parent | https://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 | ||||||||||||||||||||
10 | December 30 | Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders | High 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. | |||||||||||||||||||
11 | December 31 | Bick First Generation Scholarship | First-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 | |||||||||||||||||||
12 | December 31 | Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship | HS 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 | |||||||||||||||||||
13 | December 31 | The Next Chapter Scholarship | HS seniors graduating Spring 2026; U.S. citizens; plan to enroll Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 at a U.S. college (online eligible) | $500 | https://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 | |||||||||||||||||||
14 | Dec 31 | Atlas Class $1,000 Scholarship | Age ≥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 | $1,000 | https://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 | |||||||||||||||||||
15 | December 31 | Swami Dayanand Education Foundation (SDEF) USA Scholarships 2025–26 | High school juniors or seniors; GPA ≥3.0; planning to enroll in college; demonstrated academic merit, resilience, and community commitment | Up 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. | |||||||||||||||||||
16 | Dec | Science Ambassador Scholarship (Women in STEM) | Women in HS planning STEM majors | Full tuition (one winner) | https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/ | 3-min video lecture | Run by Cards Against Humanity. | |||||||||||||||||||
17 | Dec/Jan (by region) | Scholastic Art & Writing Awards | Grades 7–12; art & writing categories | Varies; national medalists receive scholarships | https://www.artandwriting.org/ | Portfolio(s), fees/waivers | Regional deadlines vary—check your region. | |||||||||||||||||||
18 | Monthly | Niche 'No Essay' Scholarship (Monthly) | HS students; quick entry | $2,500 (varies) | https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/no-essay-scholarship/ | Short form | Recurring—listed in multiple months. | |||||||||||||||||||
19 | Rolling | Triple V Storyteller Scholarship | HS & undergrad students ages 14–24; U.S. and international | Varies (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 | |||||||||||||||||||
20 | December 31 | Right 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 | $1,000 | https://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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