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Last Updated: January 1, 2025 Important Note: The purpose of this detailed listing of Alaska scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Alaska 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
Phoenix Two-Spirit Native & First Nations Scholarship supports Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ Native, First Nations, and/or Alaska Native students from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, be a high school senior, undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, medical, or law student, and show leadership in the LGBTQ+ or native community, etc. The deadline is January 6th. More details here.
This offers scholarships to support LGBTQ+ and allied students living in the Northwest. Students must either be residents of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington (but may study anywhere) or be attending school in one of those five states. Applicants must also be pursuing a post-secondary education of any kind. Current college students and those individuals planning to enroll in a program next year are eligible as are current high school seniors. The deadline to apply is January 9th. Website found here.
Alaska Engineering Education Foundation (AEEF) scholarships range from $1,000 to $2,000. AEEF scholarships are limited to high school seniors pursuing a degree in engineering. Scholarship recipients must be enrolled in an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) accredited engineering program at the college or university they attend. This includes colleges that require completing the Freshman and Sophomore core course weeks before entering an ABET Program in their Junior year. Funds awarded will be sent directly to the college/university financial aid office. Should scholarship winners not attend an ABET-accredited engineering program within three years of the award, the scholarship may be forfeited. The deadline is January 10th. Learn more here.
The CIRCAC/James Carter Memorial Scholarship is for $2,500. This is for graduating seniors or recent graduates of a Cook Inlet area (Anchorage, Kodiak, Nikiski, Ninilchik, Kenai, Seldovia, Soldotna, Hope, and Homer). Applicants must also be Alaska residents residing in the vicinity of Cook Inlet. The CIRCAC has a deadline of January 15th. Read more here.
The CIRCAC/Barry Eldridge Scholarship for Maritime Studies is for $2,500. This is for graduating seniors or recent graduates of a Cook Inlet area (Anchorage, Kodiak, Nikiski, Ninilchik, Kenai, Seldovia, Soldotna, Hope, and Homer). Applicants must also be Alaska residents residing in the vicinity of Cook Inlet. The CIRCAC has a deadline of January 15th. Read more here.
Alaska Travel Industry Association ranges from $1,000-$3,000. This scholarship is open to all Alaska high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in Alaska Tourism. The deadline to apply is January 31st. Website found here.
Region J: Northwest Star Legacy Scholarship awards $1,250 to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, or Graduate students. Applicants should be SWE members in any major and in their undergraduate or graduate studies, attending universities or colleges in the legacy Region J boundaries. This scholarship is renewable for up to five years. The deadline is January 31st. Learn more here.
February
Helping Hands of WSC Scholarship awards $500 to ESA members or relatives of ESA members who are residents of Alaska, Arizona, California, Oregon, Washington, or certain Australian states. Applicants must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. The deadline is February 1st. Apply here.
The NSPS and AAGS Scholarships award over $97,000 in scholarships funded by a variety of individuals, companies, and organizations to encourage and support college education in geospatial sciences. Applicants should be college students in surveying, mapping, geographic information systems, and geodetic science programs. The deadline is February 2nd. More info 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.
Asian and Pacific Islander Queer Sisters Scholarship awards $3,500 to two (2) Asian/Pacific Islander lesbian, bisexual, or queer women or transgender individuals pursuing technical, professional, or trades certification or other tuition-based learning. Applicants should expect to have a one-page cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation, transcript, etc. The deadline is February 14th. Learn more here
Hilcorp Future Leaders of America Scholarship supports the academic endeavors of graduating high school seniors planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college or university with $2,500 to $10,000. Applicants must attend an eligible high school; a rotating list of eligible high schools is selected each year from communities across the U.S. where Hilcorp operates. The deadline is February 14th. More info here.
The UA Scholars Program is a $12,000 scholarship awarded to Alaska high school students who are in the top 10% of their class at the end of their junior year as determined by their school. The Award may be used at any University of Alaska campus and is distributed in the amount of $1,500 per semester for eight semesters provided the Scholar remains eligible The deadline to apply is February 15th. Read more here.
ASSP Academic Scholarship is for environmental health and safety students and professionals working towards their educational goals. Applicants have to be enrolled in an EHS-related degree program and meet GPA requirements. Letters of recommendation, essays, and transcripts may be needed. ASSP members are preferred, and the deadline is February 15th. Read more here.
Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship awards $1,500 to a high school senior. This scholarship is for all U.S citizen students who best embody the mission of making a positive difference for animals. Applicants will submit a 500-1000-word essay on the impact he or she made in the life of a rescue animal or animal welfare cause in general. The deadline is February 26th. More info here.
March
AWS District 19 Delk, Goodrich, Weisman Alaska Section Scholarship provides financial support ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 for AWS members in the listed section. Applicants should expect to have a headshot photo, a transcript, a letter of recommendation, etc. The deadline is March 1st. Learn more here.
This is up to $15,000. Alaska Space Grant awards are aimed to encourage undergraduate research in science, technology engineering and math (STEM) fields and help students round out their classroom education with hands-on experience to provide a higher quality of education and prepare students to work in STEM fields after they graduate. The deadline to apply is March 1st. More info here.
SWE Wanda Munn Scholarship awards $1,000 for nontraditional / re-entry female engineering students from the Northwestern United States. Geographical preference is given to students who live in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. The deadline is March 1st. Website here.
This offers law school scholarships to current 1st or 2nd year law students who demonstrate ties to Alaska, and an intent to return to Alaska within two years of graduation. Students must submit a personal statement in which the student discusses his/her ties to Alaska, intent to return to Alaska, career goals, reason for applying for the scholarship, and any other pertinent information he/she would like the scholarship committee to know about. The amount and number of scholarships will be determined by the amount of money in the scholarship fund. The deadline for applications is March 1st. Learn more here.
Tall Clubs International Foundation Scholarship awards annual scholarships from a minimum of $1,000 to deserving High School Seniors in North America. Applicants should be at least 178 cm for women or 188 cm for men, be under 21 when entering their first year of higher education, and be incoming freshmen at an accredited college or university. The deadline is March 7th. Learn more here.
The minimum scholarship amount shall be $1,000 per scholarship. This is open to Alaska residents who are Alaska Native, American Indian, and/or Hawaiian Native, and is intended to assist Alaskans with their post-secondary education, including but not limited to trade schools, vocational schools, undergraduate and graduate schools, community colleges, and distance learning. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be eligible. The deadline to apply is March 15th. Read more here.
Kenneth D. Maynard Memorial College Scholarship Fund Program is up to $2,000 and available to residents of Alaska studying architecture. The deadline is March 15th. Learn more here.
The scholarship will provide $2,500 to an undergraduate student studying the health sciences in pursuit of a medical career, to further improve health care in Alaska. Applicants must be a graduate/in their senior year at an Alaskan high school and be enrolled/planning to enroll full-time at a University of Alaska campus. The deadline to apply is March 15th. Learn more here.
Dream to Fly: Jeff Cheng Memorial Scholarship will help a student who plans to pursue flying as a professional career. To qualify, you must be an Alaska Resident, be a high School Graduate, and have a dream to fly as a professional pilot. The deadline to apply is March 15th. More details here.
The Donald Giles Vocational Scholarship Fund provides three scholarships for $5,000 each. To be considered, applicants must be a resident of the Petersburg, Seward or Homer community and pursuing training, certification, or a degree in vocational or trade studies (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrician, refrigeration, IT, Heavy equipment or engine tech, culinary, welding, construction tech, office and biz tech, etc.) The deadline to apply is March 15th. Website found here.
This will be awarded to one student in Finance or Accounting annually in the amount of $5,000. The deadline to apply is March 15 More information here.
These are awarded to students with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher who are pursuing a degree through an accredited educational institution. KEF offers merit-based scholarships to our shareholders and descendants only. The deadline to apply is March 15th. Read more here.
The applicant must be a senior at Nikiski High School. Strong preference will be given to applicants pursuing a career in Massage Therapy or a trade/vocational degree. Special consideration will be given to applicants who show an exceptional ability to overcome life challenges. The deadline is March 15th. More details here.
The Gary Martin Swim Scholarship Fund is up to $1,000. This is available to students entering or already enrolled in a post-secondary university or trade school who were involved in competitive high school swimming in Alaska. Preference will be given to applicants with a GPA of between 2.5 to 3.5 who demonstrate financial need. The deadline is March 15th. More information here.
The Alaska Community Foundation awards 60-70 scholarships made possible by passionate community members who are committed to helping Alaskans pursue their educational dreams. The specific criteria, application requirements, and deadline vary by scholarship. Please review the guidelines for each scholarship to determine your eligibility before applying. All applications must be submitted by March 15th. Learn more here.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, offers scholarships to African American high school seniors in the seven-county metro area pursuing higher education. Applicants must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0, demonstrate financial need, community service, extracurricular involvement, and leadership experience, and plan to enroll full-time at a college in Fall. The deadline to submit applications online is March 15th. Immediate relatives of chapter members are ineligible. Read more here.
The Jessica Stevens Memorial Scholarship awards a one-time $500 scholarship. Applicants need to be a senior at any of the following White/Carroll County schools: Twin Lakes, Tri-County, North White, Frontier, Delphi, Carroll Consolidated. They also need to be currently accepted into an educational institution with a declared STEM major, in good standing regarding discipline and attendance, and maintain a B average GPA. The deadline is March 21st. More info here.
Alaska State Fairgrounds Scholarship gives a $3,000 first-place award, a $2,000 second-place award, a $1,500 third-place award, a $1,000 4-H/FFA/Vendor award/Dependents of Fair Members, and a $500 honorable mention award. The scholarships are open to all Alaska junior and senior high school students who plan to attend college or vocational school. The deadline is March 26th. Learn more here.
JBER Community Club (JCC) Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to deserving applicants to further their education at an accredited educational institution. Applicants must be a family member possessing a valid military identification card who is the son/daughter/spouse of one of the five categories listed on the website. Rank is not considered in the application process. Students must be U.S. citizens with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The deadline for applications is March 31st. More details here.
The Associated General Contractors of Alaska Scholarship Program awards up to $40,000 in scholarships. Applicants must plan to enter the construction industry or a related (supportive) field. The application must include a one-page essay on career goals, max 500 words, a one-page personal essay (i.e., hobbies, connection to industry, full-time employment and full-time student status, family obligations, etc), max 500 words, a copy of recent transcripts, and two letters of recommendation written within the last two years. Recipients must be either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States and a resident of Alaska. The deadline is March 31st. Read more here.
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) Scholarship awards $5,000 to 10 qualified Alaska Native or Indian students. Applicants must be permanent Alaska residents, interested in working in a health care-related field, and enrolled full-time in higher education, technical education, or trades education. The deadline is March 31st. Read more here.
April
This is available to qualified Alaska applicants. Eligible applicants include individuals of any age continuing their education at an accredited college or vocational school or senior high students applying for admission to an accredited college or vocational school. Candidates (or their parents) must be Credit Union 1 members, show financial need, and have a 3.5 GPA. The deadline for applications is April 1st. Learn more here.
AAHPA Scholarships offer annual scholarships to qualifying Alaskan students going into fields of study or vocation related to the maritime industry and environment. The deadline to apply is April 4th. 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 10th for the Northwest Region. Learn more here.
WGA “CELEBRATE THE WEST” Competition ranges from $200 to $600. This is a regional art competition that challenges high school and home-schooled students to create works inspired by their state. To be considered, students must be in a school in Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. The deadline to apply is April 11th. More details here.
This is up to $10,000. This was established to support arts and education projects and programs in Skagway and northern Southeast Alaska, and to assist students and artists in our area with scholarships to help them improve their creative abilities. All creative arts will be considered including writing, music, visual and performing arts. These include grants to help artists attend art camps, schools, colleges, symposiums, or conferences. The deadline to apply is Mid-April, annually. Apply here.
Mary & Lucian Cassetta Music Scholarship is a $1,000 award given to one talented high school senior pursuing advanced studies at a recognized music school or music camp. Instrumentalists and vocalists are both encouraged to apply. The scholarship was established to encourage the development of musical talent in young Alaskans, and the selection process includes a live audition and short oral interview with a three-judge panel. The deadline is April 14th. More info here.
The American Legion Department of Alaska Legacy Scholarship provides financial aid based on the income derived from the trust. Those eligible to apply for the scholarship shall be the child/children or legally adopted child/children or a child of a spouse by a prior marriage or dependent child as defined by the United States Armed Services of active duty United States military and National Guard, and military reservists who were federalized and die on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. The applicant must be a high school senior or a high school graduate to apply for the scholarship. Scholarship is for undergraduate study at an accredited institution of higher education within the United States. The deadline is April 15th. More details here.
Applicants must have a 2.5 or higher GPA, attend an Alaska senior high school; and actively participate in school and community activities. To qualify for an XPO scholarship, applicants must provide evidence that they have been accepted into an accredited two or four-year College or University. The deadline is April 30th. Learn more here.
Donald Handeland Scholarship is up to $3,000. This is available to graduating high school seniors in Alaska. To be eligible, you must be an Alaska Resident enrolling in a 4-year accredited college or university as a full-time student, and going into a bachelor’s engineering or science program. The deadline for submissions is April 30th. Learn more here.
Forrest & Sybillia Fuhr Memorial Scholarship gives $2,000 to ten students. Applicants shall have a high school or equivalent diploma, shall be a member of a Southern Baptist church, church plant, mission, or preaching point affiliated and in good standing with the Alaska Baptist Resource Network, shall have been a resident of Alaska for the two years before applying for the scholarship, and shall maintain Alaska residency if attending a school outside of Alaska. The deadline is April 30th. More info here.
May
This scholarship is for $2,000. This is for individuals residing in states (Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming) who are current MGMA members and enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program relevant to medical practice management. The deadline to apply is May 1st. Read more here.
Alaska State Firefighters Association High School Student Scholarship offers up to $4000 per year to graduating seniors of ASFA in good standing. All applicants must have a 2.0+ GPA, must be graduating from an Alaska high school, and must show a letter of acceptance from a college, university, or Voc-Tech. Applications must be received by May 15th. More info here.
The Trotter Project Scholarships are worth up to $10,000. They are available to any students enrolled in an accredited US college or university for the upcoming academic year. Applicants should expect to have a 2.5 GPA or higher, a resume, a transcript, a letter of recommendation, and a personal video. The deadline is May 15th. Read more here.
AHFC Education Scholarship gives up to $2,500. Applicants must be recipients of AHFC Public Housing rental assistance through an AHFC housing voucher program or as a resident in a unit owned by AHFC. Adults may apply if they wish to attend a vocational, trade, or academic school. High school seniors may apply if they plan to attend a vocational, trade, or academic school in the semester after graduating high school. The deadline is May 31st. More details here.
Alaska Curiosity Scholarship awards $1,000 to Alaska college students who will be enrolled in a two-year to five-year institution in Alaska. There are no GPA requirements, but applicants do have to submit a short (2-4 minute) video that answers one of the prompts listed on the website. The deadline is May 31st. Read more here.
Friends of NAEOP (FON) Scholastic Achievement Award gives $1,500 to TRIO participants who have overcome barriers to achieve outstanding academic success. Candidates must be a current or former TRIO participant for a minimum of one year from Region X (AK, ID, OR, and WA), and be either a current college student or a freshman in the upcoming academic year. ETS/UB candidates must be high school juniors or seniors at the time of application. EOC participants shall be exempt from the one-year participation qualification, but must have completed a minimum of one service during the most recent academic year. GPA has to be 3.0 or higher. The deadline is May 31st. Learn more here
Dr. Gabriel Gallardo Memorial Scholarship gives $1,000 to a TRIO student who is a participant in a McNair Scholars program or has plans to pursue graduate school. Candidates must be a current or former TRIO participant from Region X (AK, ID, OR, and WA) and must have significantly benefited from NAEOP TRIO project services. The deadline is May 31st. More info here.
June
National Videogame Museum Amie Dansby Women in Technology Awards offers $5,000 for empowering and encouraging women pursuing careers in technology and videogame design. Applicants must be Female U.S. residents and plan to pursue a career path in technology or video game design. The deadline is June 1st. More info here.
The Alaska Education Grant (AEG) program provides need-based financial assistance to eligible Alaska students attending qualifying postsecondary educational institutions in Alaska. The grant awards typically range from $500 to $4,000 per academic year. To be eligible, you must be an Alaska resident for at least 365 days before filing the FAFSA and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. The deadline to apply is the same as the deadline for filing FAFSA, which is June 30th. More details here.
Richard Tilden Sr. The Health Education Scholarship is for $1,000 and looks to assist Bristol Bay tribally enrolled residents to pursue technical, undergraduate, or graduate degrees full-time in relation to the health field, with the intent to ensure the highest quality health care services to all member communities in Bristol Bay. Preference is given to the 28 tribes serviced by BBAHC. The deadline to apply is June 30th. More details here.
The Alaska Performance Scholarship is available to all Alaska residents to help in covering the cost of Alaska Post-Secondary education. It awards up to $28,000 to cover various costs. To be eligible, students must complete a specific rigorous high school curriculum and meet either a minimum GPA or a minimum standardized test score. The deadline to apply is June 30th. More info here.
July
UAA Seawolf Persist Scholarship awards up to $7,000 for current University of Alaska Anchorage students. Applicants must be full-time or part-time students, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and have at least a 2.5 GPA. The deadline is July 15th, the same as FAFSA. More info here.
UAA 49th Finishers Scholarship awards up to $8,000 for current University of Alaska Anchorage students. Applicants must be Alaska residents who are full-time or part-time students and maintain satisfactory academic progress. The deadline is July 15th. Learn more here.
Apex Hosting Minecraft Scholarship awards $2,000 for tuition. It is available to students who are U.S citizens, currently enrolled in college or high school, and have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Applicants must write a short essay of no less than 500 words about their opinion on how Minecraft can be a positive influence on education and career development. The deadline to apply is July 31st. More info here.
The Alaskan Aviation Safety Foundation provides three scholarships each year for up to $2,000 each. Applicants must be participating in an aviation related program with a qualified instructor or at an accredited college, university, trade school, or training center, must intend to make aviation in Alaska their career, must have spent at least two of the past three years in continuous official residency in Alaska, and must have completed at least two semesters, or 30% of the work towards his/her professional goal. The deadline is July 31st. Read more here.
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November
This is for $2,000. This is open to U.S. college juniors and seniors and graduate students who are pursuing a degree in accounting at a four-year institution in Alaska. Scholastic achievement and financial need will be considered. The deadline to apply is November 20th. Read more here.
Zipit Future of Connectivity Essay Scholarship awards $2,500. This scholarship is for computer science, cybersecurity, data analytics, IT Management, network systems administration, software application development, business administration, or marketing students. The application is open to both undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S attending a U.S college/university who provide a brief biography and proof of college acceptance or high school transcript. The deadline is November 25th. More details here.
Welder Training Scholarship 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
The Dreamers of Tomorrow Scholarship helps support undocumented medical and pre-medical students attending school in the LMSA West Region states (Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho). This organization awards two scholarship recipients with a one-time scholarship, in the amount of $1,800. To be eligible, you must be committed to pursuing a career in medicine and dedicated to serving the Latino and underserved communities. The deadline to apply is December 6th. More info. Here.
The Dr. Amanda Perez Scholarship is for high school seniors and college freshmen. To be eligible, you must reside in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, or Idaho. You must also study humanities and social sciences. The amount varies, and the deadline to apply is December 6th. More details here.
Deadlines Vary
Alaska Travel Industry Association Professional Development Scholarship awards up to $1,000 to Alaskan residents currently employed in a travel industry-related business. Applications for the Professional Development Scholarship Program are accepted at any time on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more here.
NATAS NW General Scholarship Information awards up to three scholarships a year: two general scholarships and a third honoring Tricia Moen. Applicants should be majoring in the field of television and broadcast at universities in the five-state region of Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Alaska. The scholarship award amount varies. The deadline varies; it is usually late Winter/early Spring. Read more here.
University of Illinois Achievement Scholarship awards $10,000 to incoming non-resident freshmen with demonstrated financial need. The scholarship is merit-based and it is renewable for 4 years, provided the student maintains full-time continuous enrollment and meets satisfactory academic progress requirements. The deadline varies. More info here.
This supports education in the form of scholarships targeted to outstanding, diverse students who express interest in pursuing careers that: fuel the global economy, stimulate innovation and creativity, or yield a strong ethical foundation for decision-making. The specific criteria, application requirements, and deadline vary by scholarship. Learn more here.
This provides 13 scholarships, which vary in the amount and deadline. Click here to learn about the requirements for each award.
This is up to $40,000. This is open to all students who are current seniors (2021) and seniors next year (2022). There is no minimum GPA, test score nor income requirement. The more tasks you complete within the scholarship, the more scholarships you will be eligible for. Look at the website here for additional information and how to get started.
This is for $1,500. This is given to residents of a Bristol Bay CDQ community who is enrolled in a degree program with the University of Alaska, Alaska Pacific University (via distance delivery) or Bristol Bay Campus. Applicants must also be registered as a part-time student. Undergraduates must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and graduate students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Applications are accepted year round. Students must apply each semester. Apply here.
Applicants must be a resident of the Northwest Arctic Borough. Applicants must also have a 2.0 GPA or higher. The amount and the deadline varies. Apply here.
This supports the growth of aviation as an industry and lifestyle. We partner with aviation legends to award scholarships each year, designed with the next generation of aviators in mind. We all know how expensive the aviation industry is, which is why we are so excited to give over ten thousand dollars towards a career in aviation. Our scholarships are as diverse as the aviation industry itself. High school seniors are eligible, with acceptance letters from aviation schools or recommendation letters from a CFI. Must have a 3.0 GPA, a legal US resident, no felony convictions, and have been a resident of Alaska for at least 2 of the last 3 years. Read more here
Carl N. and Margaret Karcher Founders Scholarship Program is a $10,000 award, and up to ten awards will be granted each year. Students must be age 21 and under and reside in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. Students must also be high school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll for the first time in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year. More info here.
This scholarship is designed to allow residents of Bristol Bay communities to pursue a higher education with the intent that they will return to their communities and improve them. All applicants must be residents of a Bristol Bay CDQ community. They have a deadline in January for a midyear scholarship and a deadline in June for a full scholarship. Learn more here.
The Western Undergraduate Exchange is a merit-based program that allows students to choose from hundreds of undergraduate programs across the West and pay no more than 150% of the institution’s resident tuition rate. Applicants must be from Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. It is renewable for four years, dependent on completion of credits, maintenance of GPA, SAT/ACT scores, etc. The deadline varies for schools. More details here.
APU provides various merit, ethnicity, special, and partner scholarships that have varying requirements and deadlines. Please look at each carefully before applying. Read more here.
Alexis Buskirk Memorial Student Book Scholarship provides $300 per semester for book expenses to APU degree-seeking students who have been diagnosed with epilepsy. To be eligible, you must have part-time Enrollment and be diagnosed with Epilepsy. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
Anchorage Amateur Radio Club Endowed Scholarship is for full-time students showing promise in science, mathematics, communications, radio, electronics, or astronomy. The deadline varies. Read more here.
The Andrew J. and Cora C. Crow Memorial Endowed Scholarship is for full-time students nominated by a Methodist Church within 3 years of their high school graduation in the panhandle of Texas, or female students pursuing a degree in business or education. The deadline varies. More info here.
Ramona F. Sines Endowed Scholarship is for female undergraduate students enrolled full-time and under the age of 26 who have a minimum high school GPA of 3.5. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
The Richard L. and Diane M. Block Foundation scholarship provides financial assistance to full-time Alaskan students located outside of the Anchorage area who intend to work within the state of Alaska following graduation. The deadline varies. Learn more here.
UA Scholars Award gives $15,000 to Alaska high school students who are in the top 10% of their class at the end of their junior year, as determined by their school. It can be used at any University of Alaska campus and is distributed in the amount of $1,875 per semester for eight semesters, provided the Scholar remains eligible. Deadlines vary. Website found here.
Ninilchik Native Association Scholarship and Grant Program is available to Original Shareholders of NNAI and their lineal descendants (natural or adopted). It awards up to $1,500 per academic year for full-time students. Deadlines vary. Read more here.
Salamatof Native Association Scholarship Program is available to SNAI original enrollees, their lineal descendants (natural or adopted), and their spouses. Eligible applicants can be considered for both an SNAI and a TCF award. Awards range from $200 to $15,000, depending on student enrollment level. Deadlines vary. More information here.
Eligible Applicants include Alaska Native people who are original enrollees to Eklutna, Inc., natural or legally adopted, such as a child, grandchild, great-grandchild, etc., whether or not the lineal descendant owns EI shares of stock. The deadline and amount vary. More info here.
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