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Last Updated: January 1, 2025 Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing of Alabama scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Alabama students. Some of the deadlines may be from prior years. Scholarship deadlines are cyclical, so even if a deadline has passed, the website will likely be updated for the current school year. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check the sponsor’s websites for the most recent details.
January
ARRL Charles Clarke Cordle Memorial Scholarship is for $1,000. To be considered, you must be a resident of Georgia or Alabama, a high school senior; must be an active, FCC-licensed ham, and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Preference will be given to students of electronics, communications, or related fields. The deadline is January 6th. Read more here.
The Linly Heflin Scholarship awards Alabama women seeking help with their undergraduate degree at four-year accredited Alabama colleges and universities. Scholarships are awarded annually for four years or until graduation, whichever comes first. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have an ACT of 23, and attend a college/university full-time. Renewable upon a 2.5 GPA. The deadline for applications is January 10th. Learn more here.
Smith Foundation Scholarship ranges from $5,000 to $20,000. Eligible students should be graduating Alabama high school seniors in Alabama high schools. Applicants are expected to write any of the essays/personal statements required, along with providing transcripts, letters of recommendation, proof of community service, etc. The application opens ein arly Fall, and the deadline is January 10th. More info here.
This is for $1,000. To be eligible, applicants must be high school seniors who are residents of Alabama, Florida, or Georgia and a member of FFA pursuing a degree in agriculture or agribusiness. Applicant’s family must be a peanut producer. The deadline to apply is January 11th. Learn more here.
The Chronicle of Higher Education Scholarship for Diversity in Media is offering $10,000 for students interested in a career in journalism. Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students at a Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), an HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution), or another minority-serving institution. Other requirements include a resume, a personal statement, and three working references. Finalists will also be notified of a virtual interview. The application deadline is January 15th. Learn more here.
The scholarship provides $5,000 a year and is renewable for four years. To be considered, applicants must be a first generation student, be an Alabama resident, have a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher, and demonstrate financial need. The deadline to apply is January 15th. Read more here.
This scholarship provides $5,000 a year for years 1 to 3 and $10,000 for year 4, provided that recipients maintain a 3.0 GPA. To be eligible, students must be a first generation student, be an Alabama resident, have an ACT score of 27 or higher, demonstrate financial need, and have successfully triumphed over significant personal and/or family hardship. The deadline for submission is January 15th. More info. here.
This ranges from $2,500 – $5,000. It will be awarded to eligible dependent children of Toyota team members throughout North America. It is offered each year for full-time, undergraduate study at an accredited institution of the scholarship recipient’s choice. The deadline is January 26th. Read more here.
Rowan University Brown and Gold Scholarship awards merit-based scholarships to eligible out-of-state students enrolled full-time during the fall semester. Applicants are eligible for up to $8,500/year. Individual award amounts are determined at the discretion of Rowan University’s Office of Admissions based on the overall academic qualifications of the student, the competitiveness of the applicant pool, and available funding. To qualify, students must have a permanent residence outside of the State of New Jersey. Freshmen and transfer applications for admission submitted before January 31 will be considered for the Brown & Gold Scholarship. More info here.
This scholarship awards $1000 and an all-expenses-paid weekend at Princeton University to 9-12th graders. The application is a two-step process in which the applicant completes step one, and part two is completed by the applicant’s sponsor (teacher, advisor, community or religious leader, or a responsible adult who is not related). The application opens on November 17th, and the deadline is January 31st. Learn more here.
February
This gives ten graduating high school seniors a $5,000 non-renewable scholarship. The applicant must attend a high school in central or east Alabama, be a graduating senior, plan to attend higher education in a certified trade school or university/college in the state of Alabama, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.75. Applications open in Fall 2025, and the deadline to apply is early February 2026. More details here.
Roothbert Fund Scholarship awards between $5,000 and $7,000 to candidates whose daily actions are guided by spiritual values. Applications from graduate students, as well as undergraduates with one year of college completed, are preferred. Essays, letters of recommendation, and transcripts will be required. The deadline is February 1st. More info here.
This was established in memory of Newbern Bush, a professor of mathematics at Jacksonville State University (JSU). In order to be considered for this scholarship, candidates must be a full-time Alabama native undergraduate student majoring in mathematics in their junior year. The awarded amount varies. The deadline to apply is February 1st. Find out more here.
NAJA Scholarships award varying amounts to graduate students. Applicants are expected to be full-time college students who plan on working directly with children in the future and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of a state with a Junior Auxiliary Chapter: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee. Applicants are required to be pursuing a field of study that addresses the special needs of children and youth. The deadline is February 1st. More info here.
This scholarship honors Leone Pruett Cole, the former wife of Jacksonville State University (JSU) President Dr. Houston Cole. Full-time incoming freshmen are welcome to apply. There is a variation in the amount awarded. The deadline to apply is February 1st. Read more here.
Alabama Past State Presidents’ Memorial Scholarship awards $600. This award is available for U.S. and international high school seniors and undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of Alabama. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. The deadline is February 1st. More info here.
This is also known as the Savage Family Scholarship, and is designed to assist students whose parents work for Alabama Orthopedic and Spine Center. The amount awarded varies. The deadline to apply is February 1st. Learn more here.
This is awarded to outstanding students from Piedmont, Alabama. The awarded amount varies. The deadline to apply is February March 1st. More info here.
This was founded to pay respect to Charlie and Edith Hallman. Applicants must be Guntersville High School graduates who are incoming first year students. The awarded amount varies. The deadline to apply is February 1st. Read more here.
This was established by the Alabama Power Foundation. It is specially created for exemplary students studying in the College of Business and Industry and residing in Alabama. There is a variation in the award amount. The deadline to apply is February 1st. Find out more here.
Steven G. King Play Environments Scholarship awards $5,000 to students who have high potential in the design of play environments. Eligible applicants are landscape architecture students with a demonstrated interest and aptitude in the design of play environments. They must be master’s students or undergraduates in their final two years of study and enrolled in an LAAB- or LAAC-accredited program at a university in the U.S. or Canada. The deadline is February 1st. Find out more here.
This is presented and administered by the University of Alabama at Birmingham for the students pursuing a music career. The High School seniors attending UAB are eligible. The beneficiary of the Scholarship will receive a $1000 award. The deadline to apply is February 1st. More info. here.
This scholarship gives 100 awards of $1,000. Applicants must be an Alabama high school senior with a 2.75 minimum GPA; must have a current Alabama Farmers Federation Membership issued in his/her name; Alfa Mutual Insurance employees and their dependent children are eligible to apply. The deadline to apply is February 3rd More details here.
Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards up to $30,000 for graduate school as well as access to extensive scholar programming, priority admission, and financial support from public service graduate programs, advising and mentoring from other public service leaders, and preferred hiring with the federal government. Applicants should be enrolled at an accredited college or university and pursuing a major in public service. The deadline is February 3rd. More info here.
This scholarship gives 67 awards of $2,000 to students majoring in agriculture or forestry at Auburn University, Alabama A&M University, and Tuskegee University. Applicants must be a member of the Alabama Farmers Federation and a U.S citizen. The deadline to apply is February 3rd. More details here.
This awards range from $500 to 5,000 based on students’ financial needs. The applicant must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership abilities, and community involvement. High school applicants must have a GPA of 3.0. College applicants must have a GPA of 2.75 and be no older than 20 years old at the time of applying. The deadline to apply is February 6. Learn more and apply here.
provides funding assistance to Alabama high school students who demonstrate a financial need and a genuine desire to make a difference. This organization gives awards of $4,000 for four-year college enrollees and $2,000 for two-year college enrollees. Applicants must be a high school senior or first-time college freshman beginning in fall of the year the scholarship is awarded, be a U.S. citizen, be an Alabama resident. Must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and an ACT score of 26 or below. The deadline to apply is February 28th. More details here.
B2L Leadership Scholarship offers a $2,000 scholarship to a high school senior whose parent is employed full-time at an Alabama Bankers Association member bank. Applicants must be a bona fide resident of Alabama, must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher, must attend an Alabama public or private university or college, junior or community college or vocational/trade school as a full-time student, must be able to demonstrate leadership abilities in the required biographical sketch, and must have a minimum ACT score of 20 or above. The deadline is February 12th. More info here.
The Ever to Conquer Scholarship is valued at up to $6,000 per year for first-year students. To be eligible, incoming freshmen must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA, and incoming transfer students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative transfer GPA. Priority consideration will be given to students who qualify for the Federal Pell Grant and to students who are first-generation college students. The deadline for applications is February 14th. Read more here.
Triple V Storyteller No Essay Scholarship seeks to reward 20 students $1,000 in the form of a no-strings-attached scholarship. The program empowers students to share their unique stories through a video interview application process. They seek candidates who demonstrate resilience, excellence in their chosen fields, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their community. This program is more than just financial support; it is a platform for young leaders to share their skills and experiences with a wide audience. The Storyteller Scholarship is open for: Ages 14-24, and Undergraduate and high school students. The deadline is February 28th. More info here.
The College Counts Scholarship provides funding assistance to Alabama high school students who demonstrate a financial need and a genuine desire to make a difference. This organization gives awards of $4,000 for four-year college enrollees and $2,000 for two-year college enrollees. Applicants must be a high school senior or first-time college freshman beginning in the Fall of the year the scholarship is awarded, be a U.S. citizen, and be an Alabama resident. Must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and an ACT score of 29 or below. The deadline to apply is February 28th. More details here.
Alabama Treasury CollegeCounts Scholarship awards $4,000 for four-year college enrollees and $2,000 for two-year college enrollees. Applicants must be a high school senior or first-time college freshman, be a U.S. citizen, be an Alabama resident, plan to enroll in an Alabama-eligible educational institution, demonstrate financial need, have a minimum GPA of 2.75, and have an ACT score of 29 or below. The deadline is February 28th. More info here.
March
Alabama Concrete Industries Association Scholarship is valued at $8,000 for two students each year. Applicants must be college seniors majoring in architecture, engineering, and building sciences at universities in Alabama. Undergrad students interested in the masonry trades can apply before March 1st. More details here.
This offers academically strong Alabama high school juniors an opportunity to participate in a short residential program of stimulating academic and extra-curricular activity. Each participant will take one morning and one afternoon seminar that will focus on challenging and expanding his or her worldview. The courses include, but are not limited to, fine arts, web design, film, urban geography, modern legal systems, research science, business, engineering, and medicine. All courses are small and designed to stimulate interaction with professors and fellow students. In addition, there will be opportunities to meet business, academic, and political leaders from Alabama and beyond. The deadline to apply is March 1st . Learn more here.
This is available to graduating seniors of any Dothan County High School. Awards are based on a combination of academic merit and a history of community service. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and minimum ACT score of 21. The deadline for applications is March 1st. Apply here.
This is for $1,500. This will be awarded in memory of Logan Tullis to a graduating senior in Coffee County, Alabama. This student must have a 3.0 GPA, confirmed by high school transcripts, provide a minimum of 2 recommendation letters from non-relatives, and submit an essay. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Application found here.
This gives two $1,500 awards to a graduate of Wicksburg High School in Newton, Alabama, and a graduate of any public or private school within Houston County (including Dothan City Schools). Award will be based on academic achievement, school and community involvement. The deadline is March 1st. Apply here.
This is open to graduating seniors from any Montgomery County high school. This is designed to provide financial aid to deserving individuals who have the desire to become teachers who relate well with young people and who can benefit from the financial assistance it offers. Applicants may be entering or continuing college, individuals who are in education and want to upgrade their skills or working individuals who wish to return to college to become teachers. Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Read more here.
This is open to graduates of any Montgomery County or Lowndes County public high school. This scholarship was designed to encourage students to pursue degrees in math or the physical, biological or agricultural sciences. Students must attend a Historically Black College or University and major in a non-healthcare science (biology, chemistry, physics, agronomy, horticulture, animal sciences, etc.). To be considered, applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and a minimum ACT score of 20 or a minimum SAT score of 1030. The amount varies and the deadline for submission is March 1st. More details here.
This offers $2,000 to a graduate from Slocomb High School in Geneva County, Alabama who plans to attend any accredited higher ed institution (must be a 2 or 4 year college or university and/or technical school). This student must have participated in a minimum of 2 AHSAA sponsored sports at Slocomb High School, while maintaining a minimum 2.5 GPA. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Learn more here.
This is given to any graduating senior/athlete from Northview High School, Dothan High School or Houston Academy. Awards are based on the student’s academic record, athletic accomplishments and character. Applicants must have maintained a B average, participated in a sport at his/her high school and demonstrated good character through leadership roles and service to school and community. The deadline to apply is March 1st. More info. Here.
This is for $1,000 and will be awarded annually to a graduate of any high school within the state of Alabama. Students must plan to attend The University of Alabama, studying in the College of Communication and Information Sciences. A focus on Sport Communication is preferred, but not required. A minimum 3.0 GPA and two reference letters are required.The deadline to apply is March 1st. Read more here.
This is available to freshmen, sophomores and juniors who have completed one year at the school or will be completing his or her first year. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA in their chosen magnet discipline, submit one paragraph stating how the scholarship will be used, have the recommendation of his or her discipline director, and provide an example of his or her work to the selection committee. The award amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
This awards graduating seniors of any public or private high school located in Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon or Montgomery counties. An applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university. An applicant should plan to pursue a career in the line of service as a first responder or a member of the military, or who is a child of any first responder or member of the military. The award amount varies and the deadline is March 1st. More info here.
This offers two scholarships open to graduating seniors from any Montgomery County high school of $3,000 to $5,000 will be awarded annually. There is no minimum ACT or SAT score, students must indicate by their academic performance the ability and motivation to graduate from college. Awards are based on academic achievement and need. Consideration is also given to students’ leadership and participation in extracurricular activities. The deadline is March 1st. Read more here.
This offers graduating seniors from any Pike County high school a scholarship award ranging from $1,000 to $2,000. The award is based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, and financial need. Applicants must have a minimum ACT score of 23 (or SAT equivalent) and a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. The deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
This benefits two students annually in the amount of $1,000 each from Montgomery who plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university. The criteria requires applicants to have a minimum 3.2 GPA, minimum ACT score of 22 and community service. Consideration is given to students who have proven the ability to provide leadership or motivation to excel in school or extracurricular activities. The scholarship award will be based on demonstrated student financial need. The deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This offers graduating seniors of any public or private high school in Cullman County two $10,000 scholarships plus approved renewals will be awarded annually. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need (include a copy of FAFSA), plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university, and intend to pursue a course of study in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. The deadline is March 1st. More info here.
Herbert M. Christian Scholarship benefits graduating seniors of any Elmore County high school. The award is based on academic accomplishment and financial need. Special consideration will be given to applicants having a physical handicap. The amount depends on individual circumstances. The deadline is March 1st. More info here.
Earl P. Andrews Jr. Memorial Scholarship is available to graduating seniors attending high school in Montgomery County. The annual award is given to a minority student who meets the required levels of academic achievement and financial need. The annual award amount is $2000. The deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
This offers high school graduates pursuing a degree in engineering one $1,500 scholarship awarded annually with determination based on academic performance and need. Recipients have the opportunity to renew the scholarship for three additional years depending upon their academic performance in college. The deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
Ronald Davis Scholarship is valued at $3,000 to $3,500. Applicants must be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year college or be a current high school student who has been accepted to attend college starting in the fall of 2025. The student must also have a parent or grandparent working in the concrete industry. The deadline is March 1st. More details here.
This is a scholarship for high school seniors who have participated at least one in a Dixie Youth Baseball League. The award amount is $2,000 for 100 applicants. Athletic ability is not a determining factor for a scholarship; instead, the committee takes financial need, academic record, and citizenship into consideration. Deadline to apply is March 1st. More info here.
This is a grant award to be used for tuition, fees and board expenses to attend a public postsecondary educational institution in Alabama. To be eligible students must be sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters of veterans of World War I, World War II, Korea, or Vietnam and who are residents of Alabama. The deadline is March 1st. More details here.
AWS National Scholarships range from $2,500 to $10,000+. To be considered, you must submit two references, official transcripts, and demonstrate financial need. AWS members hold preference over non-members. Applications open December 1st and end on March 1st. More info here.
Porter Fleming Literary Competition awards a total of $7,000 to the winners. Writers, ages 18 and older, who reside in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington, D.C are eligible. The four categories a student can choose from are fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and one-act play. The deadline is March 1st. Apply here.
BEST or FIRST Robotics SCHOLARSHIP is offering a $2,000/year award. This is open to graduating seniors in high school who have participated on a FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team or a FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) team. Applicants must also be accepted to the University of North Alabama. Priority is given to Engineering Technology majors, but the scholarship is open to all STEM majors. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Application found here.
Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Scholarship pays for all tuition, fees, and books for students interested in the automotive manufacturing industry. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA. They will be awarded an annual $4,000 scholarship (split per semester) to pursue a technical education certificate or associate degree to prepare for the field. The deadline to apply is March 3rd. Visit here to apply.
This is worth $24,000 over four years. Applicants are expected to be graduates of an accredited secondary school, show a need for financial assistance, have an interest in the game of golf, and be bona fide residents of the State of Alabama. The deadline is March 4th. Read more here.
This honors the memory of Nancy Julian, a very active member of our League and community. The award goes to an outstanding high school senior who has maintained an excellent academic record and has displayed a willingness to serve her school and community through volunteerism and extra-curricular activities. Applications along with supporting documents are due by March 5. Apply here.
This awards $1000 incoming first-year students and applicants, under 21. This scholarship was established to provide an opportunity for tall individuals The minimum height requirement for TCI applicants is 5’10” for women and 6’2″ for men. Finding a local Tall Club member to sponsor you is also necessary. The application deadline is March 7th. Read more here.
This gives six $500 awards to students who are residents of the State of Alabama and planning to enter college the summer or fall of year. To be eligible, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, graduating high school senior, and living in the State of Alabama. The applicant should be active in student affairs and/or show leadership abilities and must show reasonable financial need. The deadline is March 14th. Apply here.
This helps fund deserving students who are interested in pursuing an education in the residential building trades in the state of Alabama. Applicants must be a resident of Alabama, must be enrolling in, or attending, an accredited college, technical school or university in Alabama, and must be enrolled in a residential construction-related curriculum. The deadline for applications is March 15th. Learn more here.
Southern Bowling Congress Scholarship awards $1,000 to any senior youth bowler, male or female, in our member states, provided they meet all requirements. Applicants should expect to have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, an ACT score of 20 or higher, or a SAT score of 1410 or higher, a personal letter of recommendation from either your high school principal, your counselor, or a high school teacher, etc. The deadline is March 15th. Learn more here.
Lady Legacy Scholarship awards $16,000 each year to a deserving female high school senior with an interest in golf, who will be attending college in the state of Alabama. The Scholarship winner does not have to play golf in college. The deadline is March 15th. More info here.
This offers $2000 to high school seniors residing in or attending school in Alabama’s Jefferson or Tuscaloosa County. Additionally, dependents of Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. employees are eligible to apply. By the fall semester, participants must be enrolled in full-time undergraduate study in a two- or four-year college. Academic records, leadership involvement, career goals, etc., are factors taken upon evaluation. A copy of the high school transcript is required upon submission. The deadline is March 16 . Apply here.
This offers $3,500 to high school seniors who aspire to become future industry leaders in the automotive sector. Applicants in Alabama apply for the scholarship under Region Ⅱ. Also, applicants must provide a copy of an official high school transcript, answer essay prompt, letter of recommendation, and SAT or ACE scores. The deadline to apply is no later than March 21st. Read more and apply here.
This ranges from $1,000-$5,000. You must be a female high school senior or graduate enrolling in an Alabama college or university. You must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA and are pursuing a degree in a STEM or automotive field to apply. The deadline is March 23rd. Read more here.
This offers $1,250 per semester (Fall and Spring Semesters only) for eight consecutive semesters to Pen Air student members. High school seniors are eligible to apply and are required to maintain a 2.0+ GPA each semester to renew their scholarship during their undergraduate studies. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic performance and passion for providing service to others. The deadline to apply is March 23rd. Learn more and apply here.
CBC Spouses Essay Contest ranges from $1,250 to $2,000. African American and Black high school junior and senior students who are constituents of a Congressional Black Caucus Member by residing in or attending a high school within their district are eligible for the CBC Spouses Essay Contest. The selected recipients are invited to attend the CBCF Annual Legislative Conference to participate in a panel discussion with other distinguished guests. The deadline is March 29th. More info here.
Four scholarships for two boys and two girls, with a value of $5,000 each, will be awarded to two Black and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school in a member district of the Council of the Great City Schools. Applicants must be accepted for full-time enrollment at a four-year college or university in the next academic year and pursue a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). The deadline is March 31st. More details here.
EnerGIS 2025 Geospatial Scholarship offers $3,000. It is open to full or part-time graduate and undergraduate students from or attending an institution in the Appalachian Region, and who are lawful residents or citizens of the United States. Students must have completed their freshman year and declared a geospatial-related major. Eligible topics may be derived from coursework, a class project, an internship, or a capstone project. All applicants are required to submit an abstract. Abstracts must include: statement of the problem, objectives, a brief overview of materials and methods, a summary of the results, and how the results were applied or the “take-home” message. The deadline is March 31st. More info here.
April
University of South Alabama School of Computing Military Scholarship awards up to $5,000 to SOC students who are veterans, active duty military personnel, active reservists, or who were honorably discharged. Applicants should have an ACT score of 24 or higher. The deadline is April 1st. More details here.
University of South Alabama SoC Incoming Freshmen Scholarship ranges from $500 to $5,000. It is given to Incoming freshmen to the SoC with a composite ACT of 24 or higher. The deadline is April 1st. Learn more here.
The Charles Shelton Foundation provides two non-renewable $2,000 awards annually. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, must be a Black African-American graduating HS senior, current college student, or returning college student, must be a U.S resident, and must complete the Veterinary Scholarship Form. Other requirements, such as letters of recommendation and essays, are listed on the website. The deadline is April 15th. More info here.
Thisgives $2,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 21+ or SAT score of 1060+. You must also have a GPA of 3.0 and higher. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This gives $3,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 23+ or SAT score of 1130+. You must also have a GPA of 3.25 and higher. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Learn more here.
This gives $4,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 25+ or SAT score of 1200+. You must also have a GPA of 3.5 and higher. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Website found here.
This gives $5,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 27+ or SAT score of 1260+. You must also have a GPA of 3.75 and higher. The deadline to apply is April 15th. More details here.
This gives $7,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 29+ or SAT score of 1330+. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Learn more here.
Thisgives $10,000 per year to incoming freshmen at the University of West Alabama. To be considered, you must have an ACT score of 31+ or SAT score of 1390+. The deadline to apply is April 15th. Read more here.
This is for $12,000 per year. This is for high school seniors that will be attending the university of West Alabama. To apply, you must have a 33 ACT score and a 1450 SAT score. The deadline to apply is April 15th. More details here.
This gives 3 awards ranging from $1,000-$2,000. To be considered you must be an Alabama high school senior. The deadline to apply is April 17th. Read more here.
This offers $6000 to high school seniors and undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in broadcast or digital media. Applicants must be legal residents or enrolled in college within the National Academy of Television Arts and Science (NATAS) Southeast Region (Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Asheville, and North Carolina). Supplemental documents for the application included two letters of recommendation and a one to three-page essay. The deadline to apply is April 25. More details here.
Tzu Chi USA Scholarship awards $1,500. Applicants must demonstrate financial need for college tuition and related expenses, must be a U.S. high school graduating senior or equivalent, must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and must enroll in an accredited U.S. college full-time. The deadline is April 30th for the Southern Region. Learn more here.
May
Birmingham Promise scholarships are open to graduating seniors at Birmingham City Schools. If you are a senior who has been enrolled in Birmingham City Schools since the start of this school year, you can apply for this. Whether the destination is a university or a community college, Birmingham Promise clears financial hurdles so students can pursue their goals and succeed in the future. The deadline is May 1st. Read more here.
The ACEF Scholarship Fund Program provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Anniston, Oxford, Saks, and Wellborn who plan to pursue a course of study at either a two-year or four-year educational institution. Need and participation in ACEF’s Youth Coalition will also be considered. Awards range in amounts from $5,000 to $2,000 per recipient. Applicants must also demonstrate community involvement: seniors must be able to show at least 20 hours of community service over their time in high school, while returning applicants must have 40 hours over the previous year. Returning students must show 5 hours of service with ACEF. Applications open on March 1st, and the deadline is May 1st. Read more here.
This ranges from $500-$2,500. Applicants must be legal residents of Alabama and must be students whose parent or parents have been permanently disabled or killed on the job. The deadline to apply is May 18th. More info here.
Sidney B. Meadows Scholarship Endowment Fund awards $2,000 to twelve students. All eligible horticulture students in their Junior, Senior, or Graduate years of study are encouraged to apply for this year’s scholarship. Students may be attending institutions across the United States, but must be residents of the 16 Southeastern States. The deadline for the application is May 31, 2025. More details here.
June
This is a scholarship program for students interested in pursuing a career in ocean science or environmental science-related fields. The awarded amount varies. Applicants who apply must major in a related field and participate in the National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) at least once in high school. Also, a copy of an official high school transcript, SAT or ACT scores, two essays, and two letters of recommendation is required. The deadline to apply is June 2nd. Learn more and Apply here.
The ALF Cabaniss Johnston Scholarship awards $5,000 annually. Applicants should be academically outstanding second-year law students who are also Alabama residents. The deadline is June 6th. Apply here.
This ranges from $500-$5,000. To be eligible, you must be of Korean heritage (i.e., have a Korean parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent, or be adopted from Korea). Also, you must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. The deadline to apply is June 30th. Learn more here.
July
Law Enforcement Chiefs’ College Scholarship annually $1,000 to students who advocate for wildlife conservation. This award is intended for students with a passion for the outdoors and an interest in the management and protection of fish and wildlife resources. The scholarship will assist students who are currently studying wildlife, fisheries, or law enforcement. The application deadline is July 1 each year. More details here.
August
UNA Scholarship of Distinction in Computing awards up to $13,000 per year for students majoring in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Science (CS), and Information Technology (IT) at the University of North Alabama. Applicants should have a letter of recommendation and a short scholarship video. The deadline is August 1st. More details on requirements here.
Annual Ayn Rand Essay Contests award up to $25,000 in scholarship prizes by writing about one of Ayn Rand’s classic novels. It is available to students worldwide with no requirements other than an essay. The deadlines are August 1st. Read more here.
Target Scholars Program offers up to $5,000. Scholarship recipients have to be a U.S. citizen or a US National/Permanent Resident, have a minimum GPA of at least 2.75, have to be enrolled full-time as a junior at Clark Atlanta University, Howard University, Morehouse College, North Carolina A&T State University, Southern University and A&M College, or Texas Southern University, have to be pursueing a major in a business or engineering discipline, and have to complete FAFSA. The deadline is August 21st. More info here.
September
Pizza Hut Scholarship Program gives awards of up to $5,000 for tuition assistance. Students must demonstrate financial need and show leadership and community involvement in and around our Pizza Hut communities. Applicants must be enrolled in or on track to apply to two- or four-year colleges or universities undergraduate programs, vocational-technical schools, and trade schools. They must also be legal residents of the United States, Guam, or D.C., be at least age 17, and no older than 26. Additionally, they must be eligible for federal financial aid at the college or school they plan to attend. The deadline is September 5th. More info here.
October
is a need-based, state/federal grant ranging from $300 to $5,000 per academic year. Eligible students are undergraduate students who are Alabama residents attending eligible Alabama institutions. Nearly 80 Alabama institutions participate in the program. To apply please submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This should be filed by October 1st. More info. Here.
U.S. Rhodes Scholarship provides varying amounts of assistance to students in all 50 U.S states plus territories. Applicants should be U.S citizens, be between 18-23, have English fluency, and meet Academic Requirements. The deadline is October 1st. More details here.
Singing for Scholarships offers from $250 to $1,000 to Baldwin County High School students and winning schools. The singing competition will feature one student per school chosen to represent their respective Baldwin County high school (including City School, private school, and home-schooled students). Each high school conducts its own contest. Scholarships are awarded to the top three participants as well as to each of their high schools. Contestants must be enrolled in ANY Baldwin County High School program through October 11th, 2025, to be eligible to compete. Contestants are NOT required to be enrolled in a music or choir program to be eligible to compete. More info here.
This is a collection of scholarships. To be considered for one, you have to be a current member of Women in Aviation International, except for ages 5-15. Applicants must have two letters of recommendation, one 500-word essay, a resume, and any additional information requested. Applications open July 15th. More details on letters of recommendation and the essay in the website link. The deadline is October 15th. Read more here.
This is a one-year scholarship. This will be given to outstanding students who participate in the competitive on-site auditions and presentations. To be considered, you must be High school seniors who plan to major in Theatre, have a 3.0 GPA, and reside in Alabama. The deadline/audition is on October 25th. More details here.
The Synchrony Tech Careers Scholarship varies from $500 to $5000 based on the applicant’s enrollment in a technology-related certification program. The scholarship was established to support adults with autism in the hope of assisting them to achieve their careers in technology-related fields. This can be game/app development, cyber security, artificial intelligence, etc. Applicants must be 18 or older and eligible for employment in the United States. Proof of autism diagnosis from a medical professional is required for the application. Scholarship applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. The deadline is October 31st. Read more and apply here.
November
This will give $1,000 towards their college education. This is in hopes to ease the burden of college and help with the many expenses that students encounter each semester. High school seniors or current college students that plan to pursue a law degree are eligible to apply. The deadline is November 2nd. Read more here.
This is for $1,000. To be considered, you must be an incoming freshman at a 4-year college or university and possess academic and leadership excellence. You must also be a member of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association or parents/grandparents of the applicant must be current members of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association for the past two consecutive years. The deadline to apply is November 7th. More details here.
This is for $500. This is given to a high school senior planning to enroll at a 2-year college. Applicants must exhibit academic and leadership excellence. They must also be a current member of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association or parents/grandparents of the applicant must be current members of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association for the past two consecutive years. The deadline to apply is November 7th. More info. Here.
This is for $1,000. Applicants must be a high school senior planning to enroll at a 2- or 4-year school. They must also be a member of the Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association, involved in junior cattlemen/youth livestock activities; and be a member of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association or parents/grandparents of the applicant must be current members for the past two consecutive years. The deadline to apply is November 7th. Learn more here.
This is for $1,000. Applicants must be high school seniors who exhibit outstanding leadership and community service. The deadline to apply is November 7th. Read more here.
This is for $1,500. To be eligible, you must be a female high school senior with a 3.0 GPA. You must be enrolled at Auburn University with plans to graduate from the College of Agriculture, College of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences, College of Human Sciences or College of Education. You must also possess academic and leadership excellence and be involved in the cattle industry. The deadline to apply is November 7th. More info. here.
This $1,000+ scholarship suits welding engineering majors who are seeking welder training in a certificate program less than two years in length. To be considered, you must reside within the boundaries of an AWS District and plan to attend a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder training. Applications are accepted from AWS members and non-members through November 30th. More info here.
December
Ron Brown Signature Scholarship provides twenty $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to African American high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service. Applicants should show financial need and enroll at an accredited four-year college or university. The deadline is December 1st. More info here.
University of South Alabama SoC Outstanding Student Scholarship ranges from $2,500 to $5,000. It is offered to SoC incoming freshmen with a composite ACT of 29 or higher, OR a composite ACT of 27 or higher and earning a specialized diploma such as Honors, IB, or Epic. The deadline is December 1st. Read more here.
The Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship awards $10,000. Applicants are not eligible for more than one ALET scholarship; past winners of either scholarship should not reapply. If a student whose parent is a member of ALET wins the Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship, they will no longer be eligible for the ALET Member Scholarship as well. The winner of the Debbie Rice Memorial Scholarship is competitive based on ALET’s scoring rubric. The deadline is December 6th. More info here.
ALET Member Scholarship for High School Seniors and Current College Students offers $5,000 to the child of an ALET member annually. High school seniors and current college students are eligible. A parent of the student must have been a member as of September 30, 2024, in order to apply. High school students wishing to be considered for the ALET Member Scholarship should complete the ALET-Debbie Rice Scholarship application and check the box that a parent meets the ALET member requirement. College students should download and complete the ALET Member Scholarship application. Individuals are not eligible for more than one ALET scholarship. Past winners of either scholarship should not reapply. The winner of the ALET Member Scholarship will be determined by a random drawing of all high school and college students meeting the requirements. Only one scholarship will be awarded. The deadline is December 6th. More details here.
This is a $1,000 merit-based essay scholarship available to all University of South Alabama students. The deadline for applications is December 31st. More details here.
This award provides scholarships worth $2,000 to students planning to enroll in undergraduate programs. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.75+, be Pell-Grant eligible, be a good role model, etc. The deadline is December 31st. More info here.
Deadlines Vary
Neilsen Scholarship Program covers tuition and fees for undergraduate (Associate or Bachelor’s) or Master’s degrees for students at select colleges, universities, and community colleges (one of which is the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa) to create and maintain opportunities for students with spinal cord injury. The deadline varies for each college/university. Learn more here.
Must be a resident of a state other than Ohio. Students from California, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, or Texas will receive up to $3,000. All other out-of-state students will receive up to $1,500. Renewable for four years. The deadline varies. More info here.
This is available only to students at an eligible independent Alabama college or university. This is not a need based program. Grant amounts vary from year-to-year based on the availability of funds, but cannot exceed $3,000 per academic year. The following institutions are the only participants of the Alabama Student Grant Program: Amridge University, Birmingham Southern College, Faulkner University, Huntingdon College, Miles College, Oakwood University, Samford University, Spring Hill College, South University – Montgomery, Stillman College, U.S. Sports Academy, and University of Mobile. The deadline varies for each quarter. Application found here.
This covers tuition, fees, books and supplies for dependents and eligible spouses of Alabama police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. There is no limit on the amount awarded to recipients. Awards are available for only undergraduate study at public institutions in Alabama. The deadline varies. Apply here.
This is a need-based scholarship that awards up to $500 to graduating seniors from Anniston and Wellborn High Schools who plan to pursue studies in Music or Education. To be considered, applicants must have at least a 2.0-grade point average (or a “C” average), have either consistently strong academics or demonstrate improvement over their time in high school, as well as a desire to attend college. More details here.
This offers three scholarships to graduating seniors who plan to major in Electrical Engineering or related fields. These scholarships award up to $2000, are renewable only one time and divided across the fall and spring semesters. Applicants must be graduating seniors living in Calhoun County with at least a 2.0-grade point average (or a “C” average). Learn more here.
This provides scholarship funds to full-time students enrolled at an Alabama public junior or community college. Awards are based on demonstrated athletic ability as determined by trials. The scholarship offers awards up to the full cost of tuition, less any other financial aid already received. More info here.
This is an award to be used for tuition and educational fees for Alabama National Guard members to attend a public postsecondary educational institution in Alabama.The award Is based on financial need. This award is for students who are active members in good standing with a federally-recognized unit of the Alabama National Guard. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
This is a merit scholarship for $5000. Alabama residents enrolled as first-year students at Auburn University are automatically considered for this award. A minimum of a 3.5 GPA is required and an ACT score of 28+. A minimum of a 3.5 GPA is required and an ACT score of 28+. Learn more here.
This provides grants to female students seeking a college education, particularly in health education. The amount of grant awarded varies based on financial need and is awarded to medical, nursing, and allied health students. Applicants planning to attend college in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia are welcome to apply if their institution participates in the scholarship program. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
The in-state freshman scholarships offered by the University of Alabama are designed for students from Alabama. These scholarships provide financial aid to incoming freshmen who meet specific academic criteria. For more detailed information, visit the University of Alabama Scholarships page.
The out-of-state freshman scholarships offered by the University of Alabama are available to incoming freshmen from outside Alabama. These scholarships provide financial support based on academic achievement and other criteria. For more details, visit the University of Alabama Scholarships page.
Distinguished Presidential Scholarship by Tuskegee University is given to incoming freshmen. This pays full tuition, room and board, and fees. This also gives $800 towards books. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.7, a SAT score of 1300+, or an ACT score of 28+. Read more here.
University Merit Scholarship by Tuskegee University is given to incoming freshmen. This pays full tuition and gives $800 towards books. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5, a SAT score of 1200+, or an ACT score of 25+. More details here.
University Achievement Award by Tuskegee University is for $10,000 and is given to incoming freshmen. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.3, a SAT score of 1100+, or an ACT score of 22+. Learn more here.
Alabama Incentive Grant gives $5,000+housing. This is for incoming freshmen. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8, a SAT score of 1030+, or an ACT score of 20+. Read more here.
Tuskegee University Grant is for $8,000 and is given to incoming freshmen. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.1, a SAT score of 1030+, or an ACT score of 20+. More info here.
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