José Ventura and Margarita Melendez Mexican-American Scholarship

Apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/jose-ventura-and-margarita-melendez-mexican-american-scholarship-fund/​

José Melendez believed that education held the key to unlocking opportunities and empowering individuals to create a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Thus, this scholarship aims to honor José Melendez’s memory by supporting Mexican-American students who share his passion for education and overcoming barriers. Any Mexican or Mexican-American student who has graduated high school and is or will be a first-generation undergraduate student may apply for this scholarship. To apply, share your story and why you’re passionate about being a first-generation, Mexican-American student.

Deadline: 12/1

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Burger King

Apply: https://www.burgerkingfoundation.org/programs/burger-king-sm-scholars

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $60,000 and are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, community service, and financial need.

Deadline: 12/15

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The Science Ambassador Scholarship

Apply: http://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/

Film a three–minute educational video of yourself explaining a STEM topic in a mini lecture style. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply. 

Deadline: 12/16​​​

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Urban Art Scholarship

Apply: http://www.urbanartscholarship.com/apply

Applications must include a 300-500 word essay discussing several topics.

a. Introduce yourself, discuss aspirations, community involvement

b. Describe your work as an artist, and how it applies to contemporary society

c. Discuss how the scholarship will benefit you and your community

Deadline: 12/31

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10 Things You Love About You

Apply: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/top-ten-list-scholarship

Requirements: "Create a Top Ten List of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship." (250 words or less). Eligibility: Be 14 years of age or older at the time of application. Amount: $1,500

Deadline: 12/31​

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Nelson Cabinetry Scholarship

Apply: https://nelsonkb.com/scholarships/

Amount: $1,500

Recipients of our business, interior design, and architecture scholarship will receive $1,500 to use towards expenses related to education including tuition, books, campus housing, and more.

Deadline: 12/15