Scholarships

Introduction Each year the Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) presents ten William A. Lee Memorial Scholarships of $2,000 each. Five awards are reserved for winners of the Academic Competition and five are awarded through a Random Drawing. Applicants must select either the Academic Competition or the Random Drawing; entering both categories will disqualify the student from both. The scholarship was renamed in 1985 in honor of William A. Lee, the CFL’s longest-serving president, who dedicated more than 60 years to labor and community service, including 38 years with the CFL. Key Dates and Deadlines - Deadline: All materials must be...

Intro The Les Best Scholarship Program offers financial support to OCSEA members and their family members pursuing postsecondary education. Each academic year, the program distributes a total of $12,000 in awards. Applications are accepted annually from January 1 through April 30. How to apply All application materials must be received by April 30. Submit the items below as part of your packet: - A fully completed and signed Les Best Scholarship application. - An official acceptance letter showing admission to a union apprenticeship, a vocational/trade school, or an accredited college or university for undergraduate study. - A 500–1,000 word essay...

American Meteorological Society — First-Year Undergraduate Scholarship Overview The American Meteorological Society (AMS) invites applications for its First-Year Undergraduate Scholarship, a program aimed at motivating high school students to pursue studies in atmospheric and closely related sciences. Funded through contributions from industry partners and a variety of named endowments—established by AMS members or in memory of individuals—this scholarship reflects a collaborative effort across the field to support promising young scholars. The Society particularly welcomes applications from women, members of minority groups, and students with disabilities, who are historically underrepresented in atmospheric, oceanic, and hydrologic sciences. Who may apply To be...

Overview The Miami Police Department’s Do The Right Thing (DTRT) initiative is offering a memorial scholarship to support young adults who want to pursue a career in law enforcement. The program honors the legacy of a cherished officer who died in 2011 and aims to help community-minded applicants train as City of Miami police officers. About the Scholarship Named the Senior Police Executive Angel Calzadilla/Do The Right Thing Police Memorial Scholarship, this award was created to commemorate Senior Police Executive Angel Calzadilla. Calzadilla passed away at age 48 after a long, private battle with cystic fibrosis. The scholarship continues his...

Intro Applicants should be graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate students enrolled in U.S.-based degree programs related to agriculture, food, or closely related fields. See the full eligibility section below for details. Award amounts and conference access Scholarship awards range from $1,600 to $3,200. Each award includes complimentary registration to the AFA Leaders Conference; recipients are responsible for their travel and lodging. How applications are judged Selections are made by assessing applicants’ career objectives, leadership roles, community engagement, and demonstrated financial need. Certain scholarships may also require additional, specific qualifications (for example, residency in a particular geographic area). Notification...

Introduction The American Legion Auxiliary funds the Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship to honor the children of those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Recognizing not only the service of veterans but also the sacrifices made by their families, this scholarship helps eligible students pursue postsecondary education. Each year, awards are given to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate strong academics and a commitment to community service. 2026 Awards For 2026, fifteen scholarships of $5,000 each will be granted. These are cash grants — not loans — intended to assist with the recipient’s college expenses. Three scholarships...

The National Headquarters is set to grant each state/department champion a scholarship worth $1,000 (totaling 47 scholarships). This is a new initiative for the academic year 2023-2024.At the national level, out of the potential 52 state/department scholarship recipients, the National Education Committee will choose 5 winners (1 from each division) to receive a $5,000 scholarship. The selection will be based on a scoring rubric.The CENTRAL division includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.The EASTERN division comprises Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.The...

The WRA Education Foundation provides roughly $25,000 in scholarships each year to students planning careers in foodservice and related areas. These awards are financed through the Foundation’s Endowment Fund. 2026–2027 Scholarship Application: Now accepting submissions! Eligibility (minimum requirements) - Must be a resident of Wisconsin. - Intending to pursue post-secondary studies in disciplines connected to the restaurant and hospitality sector, for example: Culinary Arts, Baking, Hospitality Management, Food Science, or Family and Consumer Sciences Education. - Must be accepted to and enrolled in a nationally accredited post-secondary institution with at least 6 credits. - Application must be complete and include...

Start your engineering journey with support from ASME. Overview ASME offers scholarships specifically for graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue engineering studies. These awards target students entering mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology programs. Recipients must begin full-time study in an ABET-accredited* (or substantially equivalent**) program no later than the fall term immediately following their high school graduation. Scholarships cover the first year of study only and are not renewable. Who is eligible - Graduating high school seniors intending to enroll full-time in a mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology program. - Enrollment must be in an ABET-accredited*...

Introduction The ASDSO Dam Safety Scholarship Program, created in 1992, supports the development of technically skilled professionals needed to meet the Association’s mission. Since its inception, ASDSO has awarded more than 50 scholarships totaling over $280,000 (as of 2025). ASDSO is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Undergraduate Scholarship Program. Who is eligible - U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. - Full-time undergraduate students enrolled as juniors or seniors during the 2025/2026 academic year in an accredited civil engineering program or another field ASDSO deems related. - Students must show interest in pursuing a career in hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnical engineering,...

Overview Each year the ASABE Foundation funds a $2,000 scholarship intended for undergraduate students in biological or agricultural engineering. Typically the award goes to a single recipient, though the P-120 Student Organizations Committee may grant more than one scholarship in a year if there is a sufficiently strong pool of candidates. The committee also reserves the right to withhold the award in any given year. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following conditions: - Be a student of biological or agricultural engineering. - Have completed at least one full academic year as an undergraduate. - Not be a graduating...

Introduction The Indian Health Service (IHS) administers three scholarship programs for American Indian and Alaska Native students to prepare and train health professionals for Indian health programs. These scholarships aim to cultivate future leaders in Indian health and make careers in this field more accessible to American Indian and Alaska Native learners. Available Scholarships 1. Preparatory Scholarship Provides financial support to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native undergraduates who are members or descendants of federally recognized, state-recognized, or terminated Tribes or Alaska Native villages. This award is intended for students enrolled in preparatory or prerequisite coursework that leads to admission...