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Last Updated: January 7, 2025 The purpose of this detailed listing of Arkansas scholarships for college is to help you plan your scholarship search throughout the year. Please find information below about scholarships specifically for Arkansas 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 sponsor websites for the most recent details.
January
This scholarship is a regional fund designed to support Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee residents with a passion for horseback riding. Over four years, the award gives $9,000 for a bachelor’s degree of the recipient’s choice. Applications are accepted until January 15th. More details here. Website
This is open to high school seniors enrolled at an accredited college or university. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, resident of Tennessee, Mississippi, or Arkansas, or affiliated with a Bird Dog club, organization, or field trial association in another 47 states. Also, applicants must write an essay of 900 to 1,000 words on wildlife conservation or related topics listed in the guidelines. The awarded amount is $2,000 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place winner. The deadline to apply is January 15th. Learn more here.
This is eligible for immigrant students with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), or who came to the US before November 1st, 2016. Students who are US citizens are not eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have a 2.8 or higher GPA, and will or have graduated from high school in a locked out-state (Arkansas is one of them). The awarded amount varies, and the deadline to apply is January 31st. Read more here.
This awards $2,000. Applicants must be working toward four-year degrees in specific areas of agriculture. Applicants must also be residents of one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin or Wyoming. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. The deadline to apply is January 9th. More details here
Arkansas Governor’s Commission on People with Disabilities Scholarship awards $800. Applicants who reside in Arkansas with disabilities and seeking to attend college or vocational training are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is January 31st. The Arkansas Rehabilitian Association
The Foundation Scholarship awards scholarships to Arkansas high school students from public, private, and charter schools and homeschooled based on their talents instead of GPAs or intended major of study. The awarded amount varies, and applicants must be accepted or enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year college in Arkansas for the award to be disbursed. Applicants can compete in performing arts, visual arts, creative writing, and fashion design. The deadline is January 5, 2025. Find out more here.
February
Arkansas Concurrent Challenge awards eligible high school students $125 per course for up to two concurrent credit courses per semester. Only high school students classified as junior or senior can qualify. Contact your high school counselor or local college advisor for student and course eligibility. The deadline to apply is February 1st. More details here. Website
This offers $1,000 annually ($500 for 2 semesters) to one high school graduate or college undergraduate resident of Arkansas. Applicants must be a child or legal ward of an SW Section-AWWA member. The deadline to apply is February 28th. More info here.
This provide up to $3,000 annually for dependent sons and daughters of Simon Property Group employees. High school seniors and college students under 23 planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school in the fall are eligible. The deadline to apply is February 14th. More info here.
This offers $1,000 to a graduating high school senior pursuing a degree in education. Applicants must list student activities, work experience, and leadership involvement when applying. The deadline to apply is February 14th. Apply here.
This is for current undergraduates studying business with a pest management minor. Priority is given to dependents of APMA members in good standing. Applicants must intend to work in Arkansas’ pest control industry for two years, carry a full-time course load of 12 credits per semester, achieve a minimum collegiate GPA of 2.5, and be willing to attend an interview in Little Rock. The deadline for applications is February 1st. Apply here.
This is for undergraduates pursuing a degree in agriculture-related fields. Applicants must demonstrate financial need by completing the financial analysis section of the application and reside in Arkansas. The awarded amount is up to $3,000. The deadline to apply is February 15th. Apply here.
This is eligible for first-year students entering the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, for the upcoming fall semester. Applicants must be from one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington or Wyoming. The amount varies and the deadline to apply is February 9th. Website found here.
This range from $500 to $5,000. Applicants must be high school seniors or college freshmen or sophomores who are residents of Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. Students must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for high school seniors or 2.75 for college students. Selection is based on academic excellence, community involvement, leadership skills, awards and honors, and financial need. The deadline for applications is early February. Read more here.
This is eligible for high school seniors to supplement college costs beginning their freshman year. The scholarship award is $1,000 for the first academic year and is awarded to full-time students who plan to major in education and enroll in an Arkansas college or university. The deadline to apply is February 14th. Apply here.
This was established to memorialize the owner of the wastewater supply company, Arkansas Meter, in Cabot and his wife. The awarded amount is $2,000. Dependents of employees at in-state water or sewerage facilities may apply. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and enroll at least half-time at an accredited college. The application is due on February 28th. More details here
March
This offers 10,000 for the school year. This is for high school seniors with a 32 on the ACT or 1410 on the SAT and a 3.5 GPA or higher. Applicants must be planning to attend college or university in the state of Arkansas. The deadline is March 1st. Website found here.
This provides financial assistance to Black/African American students interested in attending an accredited university, college, or vocational school. Applicants must be between the age of 17 to 25 and have graduated or have roots in Arkansas. The awarded amount varies. The deadline to apply is March 30th. Read more here.
Their goal is to assist former players that played baseball obtain a college education. The awarded amount is $2,000. An applicant must have played in a Dixie Youth Baseball franchised league at least once before age 13. The committee considers financial needs, academic records, and citizenship. The deadline to apply is March 1st. More info here.
This offers $3,500 to high school seniors who aspire to become future industry leaders in the automotive sector. Applicants in Arkansas can apply for the scholarship under Region Ⅲ. 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 scholarship provides undergraduate and graduates scholarships for college students enrolled in Arkansas and Missouri universities. Applicants pursuing a degree related to the poultry industry are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is March 14th. Read more here.
This awards up to $2,500. This is available to students who reside in Arkansas and will attend a college, university, or technical/trade school in this state. Applicants must also be children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of American Legionnaires in good standing of two or more consecutive years’ membership. Stepchildren of living Legionnaires may apply if their parent is currently married to the Legion member. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of deceased Legionnaires are also eligible. The application must be received at Department Headquarters on or before March 10th. Learn more here.
This is for High School Seniors offers financial assistance to 25 high school seniors demonstrating academic excellence and who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. The awarded amount is up to $10,000. Applicants must have a 2.75 or higher GPA, be eligible for Pell Grant, and be part of an underserved community. Also, applicants must submit a 2-minute video answering the prompt on the website. The deadline to apply is March 27. Learn more here.
Thisawards up to $1,000 and is available to students who reside in Arkansas and choose to attend an Arkansas or out-of-state institution of higher learning. Applicants must also be children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren of American Legionnaires in good standing of two or more consecutive years’ membership. Stepchildren of living Legionnaires may apply if their parent is currently married to the Legion member. Children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of deceased Legionnaires are also eligible. The application must be received at Department Headquarters on or before March 10th. More info. here.
This program is available for Arkansas high school graduates interested in post-secondary education to pursue a degree in the music field. Applicants must demonstrate their talent in music through participation in school or community activities and have a 2.5 or higher GPA. The amount is $3,000, awarded separately; $1,500 in the first year and $500 for the next 3 years. The deadline to apply is March 31st. Apply here.
April
This is for high school seniors who are graduating, graduated high school seniors, or students with a GED and who plan to enroll in an accredited vocational, college, or university. The awarded amount is up to $500 to $3,000. The application deadline is April 1st. Learn more here.
This offer a renewable award of up to $1,000 to Arkansas residents pursuing healthcare career aspirations as RNs. Future nurse practitioners are also considered for the Monroe County Medical Professionals Scholarship. To be eligible, you must pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, attend a CCNE or ACEN accredited nursing school, and demonstrate a minimum major GPA of 3.0. The deadline for applications is April 1st. Website found here.
This offer $1,000. This award finances four years of collegiate study for scholars who achieve the highest Arkansas High School Diploma test scores. To be considered, you must be at least 18 years of age, attend an Arkansas public or private high school, be accepted at least part-time at in-state institutions, intend to pursue a four-year baccalaureate degree, and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA throughout college. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
This provides scholarships for the educational expenses of students attending East Arkansas Community College. To be eligible for the scholarship, students must have earned 24 college credit hours, be enrolled for and continue to pursue a degree as a full-time student, and maintain a GPA of 2.00 or higher. Special consideration may be given to first-generation college students or students who have had an interruption in their education. Applicants must be a resident of a county where a branch or office of First National Bank of Eastern Arkansas is located. Award is up to $1,000 for an academic year. Applications must be submitted by April 15th. More info. here.
This will be awarded to one or more full-time sophomore students (completed 30 hours toward a degree) with GPAs of at least 3.0. Applicants must reside in a county served by an office or branch of the bank. Applications must be submitted by April 15th. More details here.
This is eligible to first-time entering students who are planning to receive a transfer degree from EACC and then transfer to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The $500.00 scholarship will primarily assist with tuition, fees, and textbooks for a maximum of $250.00 per semester. The recipient must maintain a 2.50 GPA. Applications must be submitted by April 15th. Read more here.
This covers the recipient’s full tuition for the fall semester and is renewable at EACC for subsequent semesters, provided the recipient continues to meet qualifications. The waiver will remain in effect until a student has completed their degree. Waiver recipients must enter East Arkansas Community College by the fall semester following high school graduation. An ACT score report is required to apply, and applications are due in the Financial Aid Office by April 15th. Learn more here.
This provides scholarships to children and grandchildren of Farm Bureau members pursuing agriculture studies at an accredited Arkansas university. The deadline to apply is April 17th. Application here.
May
AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship offers $2,500 annually (up to 4 years) to American Indian high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA. Students must reside in one of the 23 states served by the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Pacific Corporation (Arkansas is one of them) and be current AISES members. Applicants pursuing a major in business, economics, finance, mathematics, technology, etc., are welcome to apply. Also, upon applying, applicants must be accepted into a full-time undergraduate program at a 4-year accredited college or university. Applicants who are awarded must maintain a 2.77 GPA during their freshman year. The deadline to apply is May 31st. More info here.
This awards $1,000 to a student who is an AAEA member pursuing a degree related to education. Applicants must list extracurricular activities they participated in, academic honors, and a letter of recommendation from a school administrator. The deadline to apply is before May 1st. Learn more here.
This is eligible for graduating seniors from an Arkansas high school who intend to major in math at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The awarded amount is up to $3,000. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
This is eligible for high school seniors graduating from El Dorado High School in Arkansas. The awarded amount is up to $3,000. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
This offers up to $3,000 to applicants interested in majoring in engineering, English, history, languages, math, or science at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville or Little Rock. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
This is eligible for high school seniors graduating from Forest City High School and pursuing post-secondary education in an accredited institution in Arkansas. The awarded amount is up to $3,000. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
This awards up to $3,000 to high school seniors graduating from Brinkley High School and planning to enroll in a college or university in Arkansas. The deadline to apply is April 1st. Apply here.
Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program for High School Seniors offers financial assistance to 25 high school seniors demonstrating academic excellence and who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. The awarded amount is up to $10,000. Applicants must have a 2.75 or higher GPA, be eligible for Pell Grant, and be part of an underserved community. Also, applicants must submit a 2-minute video answering the prompt on the website. The deadline to apply is May 17. Learn more here.
June
This is for applicants who are residents of Arkansas and enrolled (or enrolling) full-time in the course of study leading to a degree or an associate’s degree in a construction-related field, construction management, civil, mechanical, structural, or electrical engineering. Applicants must also desire a career in a construction-related field, construction management, civil, mechanical, structural, or electrical engineering. The deadline to apply is June 1st. Apply here.
This provides $4,000 per semester for four years to an incoming freshman pursuing a forestry degree at UAMs College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources. Applications will be accepted through June 14th. Students interested in the scholarship can find more information here.
July
Weary Scholarship for High School and College Students offers up to $3,000. This is available to any high school or college student and is open to all industry employees, their spouses, and children residing in the Mid-America Cable Show region. The students applying for this scholarship should have a High School and college GPA of 2.8. The deadline to apply is July 1st. Read more here.
will reimburse the institution for the cost of tuition, fees, and dormitory room charges when provided in campus-owned facilities. Arkansas bona ride residents, United States citizens, permanent resident aliens, children, stepchildren, legally adopted children, or spouses of eligible Arkansas law enforcement officers are eligible to apply. Students must be enrolled or accepted for admission at an Arkansas college, university, or technical school. A 2.0 GAP is required to maintain the scholarship for the 8 semesters. The deadline to apply is July 1st. More details here.
Higher Education Opportunities Grant (GO! Opportunities Grant) offers up to $1,000 to full-time students and $500 to part-time students demonstrating financial needs. Applicants must be residents of Arkansas for at least 12 months before applying and enrolling in a higher institution in Arkansas. The deadline to apply is July 1st. Learn more here.
provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to conduct in-depth research projects that align with their field of study with faculty members available for assistance. The awarded amount is up to $4,000. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited Arkansas institution of higher education as full-time students, complete 30 semester credits, and have a 3.5 GPA. The deadline to apply is July 1st. Learn more here.
This offers scholarships to Arkansas residents seeking education outside the state in chiropractic medicine, dentistry, optometry, osteopathic medicine, podiatric medicine, and veterinary medicine. The awarded amount varies. Applicants must be in good academic standing upon completing the curriculum requirements in the program. The deadline to apply is July 1st. More info here.
This provides financial assistance for dependents and spouses of Arkansans who were killed or missing in action, were prisoners of war, or were totally and permanently disabled. Applicants must be Arkansas residents and U.S. citizens enrolled in an accredited Arkansas public college, complete at least 24 credits per academic year, and have a 2.0 GPA. The deadline to apply is July 1st. Read more here.
This is eligible for Arkansas residents pursuing higher education. Students graduating from high school, currently enrolled in college, incoming students, or re-enrolling after taking some time off college are encouraged to apply. The awarded amount varies based on 4-year or 2-year institutions and academic status such as freshmen, sophomores, etc. Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA and an ACT score of 19. The deadline to apply is July 1st. More info here.
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This awards up to $5000- $8000 per year. This is awarded to students from underrepresented communities who have demonstrated outstanding academic leadership qualities and potential. Members of underrepresented communities include but are not limited to students from underrepresented ethnic or minority groups, students with interest in a field that does not typically attract members of their ethnicity or gender, students who reside in an underrepresented county in Arkansas, and first-generation college students. The priority deadline for applications is November 15th. More info. Here.
This offers up to $4000 per year. Renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 30 hours per year (27 hours during freshman year) and a 2.50 cumulative GPA. This is awarded to top students in the applicant pool with financial needs. Preference will be given to first-generation college students. The priority deadline for applications is November 15th. Learn more here.
This awards up to $8000 per year and is renewable for 4 years (5 years for Architecture students) with 30 hours per year and a 3.00 GPA. This is awarded to top candidates from the applicant pool. The priority deadline for applications is November 15th. Learn more here.
December
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To be eligible, applicants must live in the state of Arkansas or in Bowie County, TX. They must also meet the following definition of “single parent” (all 3 categories) listed on the website. You must also have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and have a household income that is typically not more than 250% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Learn more here.
provides financial assistance to single parents in Northwest Arkansas and assists residents living in Benton, Carroll, Madison, and Washinstington Counties. Applicants enrolled in an eligible program at partnered universities, community colleges, or trade schools interested in pursuing an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or licensure in cosmetology are encouraged to apply. The awarded amount is up to $2,000 for full-time students. The deadline to apply is June 15th (Fall), March 15th (Summer), and October 15th (Spring). More info here.
This is for incoming first-year students who demonstrate high academic standing and are passionate about completing a mechanical or electrical engineering degree. Applicants must have a high school GPA of 3.5 and a preferred ACT score of 27. The tuition and fees are covered over the 4 years and an optional $2,000 for on-campus housing annually. Learn more here.
This is for high school seniors graduating at the end of this school year. To be eligible, your parents or guardians must be North Arkansas Electric Cooperative members and have a high school grade-point average of 3.0 or higher through the first semester of senior year. The deadline to apply is April 15th and October 15th. Apply here.
This is for high school seniors and undergraduates residing in Arkansas who plan to attend an accredited college or university in Arkansas, such as Ouachita Baptist Unversity, East Arkansas Community College, etc.Applicants must be active members of a church or other Christian organizations. The awarded amount varies for recipitants. The deadline to apply varies. Learn more here.
This manages dozens of scholarships established by donors to support education for students who meet various criteria. Some scholarships are designated for graduates of a named high school or for students who plan to attend a specific college. Other scholarships are based on extracurricular activities or intended college majors. Each of these scholarships has its own deadline and criteria, but most are accepted annually from February 1st to April 1st. More info. here.
This assists a full-time sophomore level (minimum of 30 hours of college credit) student having maintained a cumulative minimum 2.5 GPA who graduated from a high school in St. Francis County. Applicants must show financial need. The award is $500 per semester, based on availability of funds to cover expenses of tuition, fees and books. Read more here.
This scholarship assists a full-time EACC minority student who graduated from FCHS and is pursuing a degree in education. The award will be $500 based on availability of funds to cover expenses of tuition, fees and books. Website found here.
Recipients of the scholarship must be graduates of a high school in St. Francis County and must be a sophomore with a grade point average of 3.00 or higher. The scholarship will be awarded to students in the Fall and Spring terms at EACC. Awarded in the fall for the academic year, $250 per semester. More info. here.
Arkansas School Plant Management Association Scholarship promotes continued education by offering scholarships to deserving students to recognize their leadership, scholastic achievement, and civic participation. Any graduating high school senior planning to attend a college/university, vocational/technical, or trade school is eligible to apply. These awards range from $1,000-$5,000. Scholarships are eligible for renewal when funds are available. A minimum GPA of 3.0 and a minimum of 19 on the ACT are required. The deadline varies on the scholarship you’re applying to. Learn more here.
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